June Gayle Morgan
December 11, 2024
June Gayle Morgan, 85, of Pensacola, passed away Saturday, December 7th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 17, 1939, in Whitehouse Forks, Alabama to Joel and Melvina Rider.
June was a full-time homemaker throughout her life as well as a part time employee of the Pensacola Auto Auction for nearly 20 years. She enjoyed bowling, camping and traveling with family and friends, shopping, and playing games such as cards and dominoes. June was known for, and will always be remembered by, her kindness, love, compassion, intelligence, wisdom, acceptance, and positivity.
Preceded in death are her loving husband, Charles Morgan; parents, Joel and Melvina Rider; brother, Randy Rider; and grandson, Shawn Thompson.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters, Brenda Powell (Tommy) and Janet Jernigan (Johnny); grandsons, Jason Morgan (Natalie), Joey Carter, John Jernigan (Charley), granddaughter, Joell Jernigan (Katie); great grandchildren, Triston, Laela, Conner, Lindsie, Mason, Caleb, Dakoda, Isaac, Jaxson, Jace, Shawn, Christopher, Bryson, Maddox, Noah, Sophia; great-great grandchildren, Jayden, Maddalynn, Abbigayle, Aleyna; and sister, Jody Putnum. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, great friend, and a light in many lives.
The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 13, 2024, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home until services begin at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Fred Stallworth officiating.
Interment will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Jason Morgan, Joey Carter, John Jernigan, Johnny Jernigan, Conner Morgan, and Caleb Carter.
Pamela Goss Watts
December 11, 2024
Pamela Goss Watts passed away December 8, 2024. She was born September 27,1947, in Pensacola Florida.
Pamela graduated from Escambia High School in1965.
Pamela was a pre-school teacher for many years and ended her career as a teacher’s aide at Hellen Caro Elementary, the school named after her Aunt Hellen.
Pamela enjoyed gardening, playing the piano, writing, genealogy and crafting.
Pamela is preceded in death by her husband William (Billy) Watts Sr., parents Horatio and Wilma Goss, and her son-in-law Russell Bracken.
She is survived by her children Beau Watts (Donna), Samantha Bracken, and Robyn Prather (Joel), six grandchildren Courtney, Blain, Krysten, Olivia, Breanna and Jenna, and three great grandchildren, Brantley, Cadem and Dalton.
Visitation will be Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens at 7433 Pine Forest Road from 8:30-10 a.m. The service will follow from 10-11 a.m.
Carolyn Marie Walston
December 8, 2024
Carolyn Marie Walston, age 69, of Bratt, FL, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Ascension Sacred Heart hospital.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Corder and Marie Collins and daughter, Tonya Parr.
She is survived by one son, Tadd Corder (Kendra), and five grandchildren: Trinity Corder, Eve Corder, London Corder, Cade Parr, and Zachary Cash.
She was divorced, but her former husband, Paul Walston, had continued to be her primary care giver. Paul will always be regarded as the father of Carolyn’s son Tadd, and the grandfather of Tadd and Kendra’s children.
The family would like to recognize the first responders who helped get Carol to the hospital and the staff at Ascension Sacred Heart for their service and care, especially the nurses. We also extend our gratitude to all of the people who have already visited us or called us, to those who are praying for us, and to those who have shared food and other gifts with us. You have helped us so much.
Tadd and Kendra would like to thank Paul’s children, Allen Walston and Deborah Arrington (David), along with Paul’s grandchildren Austin, Madison, and Logan for their love and support at this difficult time and throughout all the years that we have known each other.
Graveside services were held Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL with Bro. Tadd Corder and Bro. Brad Sullivan officiating.
Interment was in Godwin Cemetery.
Annie Kathryn Drew
December 7, 2024
Annie Kathryn Drew, age 75, of Atmore, AL passed away on December 4, 2024, at her residence. She was born on August 17, 1949, in Atmore, AL to Bede and Annie Singleton Conway. Kathryn was a member of Unity Baptist Church. She retired from Vanity Fair Corporation. Kathryn enjoyed quilting and crocheting in her spare time. She also loved working in her flower beds.
Kathryn is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Frankie Lee Drew; six brothers and six sisters.
Kathryn is survived by her husband of 56 years, Ralph Drew; her daughters, Tammy Drew of Atmore, AL and Kim (Darby) Peavy of Atmore, AL; two granddaughters, Lauren Ikner and Anna Kathryn Peavy, and her great granddaughter, Lilly Kate Ikner.
Funeral services were held Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Andy Boutwell officiating.
Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Casey Freeman, Bradley Freeman, Scott Lee, Chris Grimsley, David Zigler, and Larry Gross.
Woodroe Ivey Neese
December 6, 2024
Woodroe Ivey Neese, 88 of Cantonment, Florida passed away on Tuesday December 3, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born February 11, 1936, in Brewton Alabama. He graduated from Flomaton High School in 1955. He met his wife, Annis, when she was twelve and he was fifteen. They were married on June 10, 1956, at Halls Creek Baptist Church. They moved to Pensacola, Florida where he and Seldon Pierce started Walnut Avenue Baptist Church. Together Woodroe and Annis raised their four children, Tony, Don, Mike, and Carol. Woodroe worked at Western Auto, Pensacola Hardware, NAS, and American Cyanamid. After he retired from Cyanamid, he started Neese Auto Salvage in 1980, where he discovered his passion for running the wrecker service for the FHP. His adventurous spirit led him to many hobbies such as piloting his Cessna, taking fishing excursions in the Guppy, and hunting.
Woodroe was a faithful member of Grace Valley Baptist Church.
He is proceeded in death by his son Tony, his parents, Ivy and Ola Neese, and his sister, Patricia Neese.
He is survived by his wife, Annis Neese, brother Joe (Mickey) Neese, two sons Don (Tina) Neese, Mike (Tracee) Neese and one daughter, Carol (Jamie) Parker.
Six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
The family would like to thank Emerald Coast Hospice and a special thank you to Evelyn for the care given over the past 6 months.
Visitation will be held Monday December 9, 2024, 10am-11am with service immediately following at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Kaleb Chandler Robinson
December 6, 2024
Kaleb Chandler Robinson, a shining light to all who knew him, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2024, at the age of 20. Born on February 24, 2004, in Pensacola, FL, Kaleb grew up in Cantonment, FL, surrounded by the love of a large and devoted family. His heart was as big as his dreams, and his presence left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Kaleb’s life was defined by his passion for helping others. As a patient care technician at Sacred Heart Hospital, he dedicated himself to providing care, comfort, and compassion to those in need. His gentle demeanor and tireless work ethic made him a cherished colleague and a beacon of hope to patients and families. Kaleb was also pursuing a nursing degree at Pensacola State College, a testament to his dedication to making the world a better place, one patient at a time.
When he wasn’t caring for others, Kaleb could often be found with a fishing rod in hand, finding peace and joy on the water. He had an innate love for cars and motorcycles, always tinkering to make something old new again. Many will fondly remember him from his job at O’Reilly Auto Parts, where he was quick with car advice and even quicker to suggest adding a supercharger or a shot of NOS to your family minivan, just for fun. He also loved working out, building both strength and a sense of community at the gym. Kaleb’s zest for life was infectious, and his passions brought people together, creating memories that will be cherished forever.
Kaleb’s family was his anchor and greatest pride. He is survived by his loving father, William Robinson, and stepmother, Rebecca; his cherished mother, Kristin Mendoza, and stepfather, Fernando; his primary caregivers, Felicia and Will Knehr; and his beloved siblings, Hayli Robinson, Allan Knehr, Nathan Knehr, Dayton Mendoza, Shawn Knehr, Lucas Knehr, Maleah Robinson, and Remy Chandler. He will forever be remembered by his devoted grandparents, Tricia Chandler, Linda Robinson, Allan and Gwen Knehr. He was preceded by his grandfathers, William Robinson Sr. and Dionel Barry Chandler. Kaleb’s love and devotion to his family, especially to the younger generations, left a lasting legacy of kindness and warmth.
Kaleb’s ability to connect with people was a gift. His smile could light up a room; his quick wit and contagious sense of humor could brighten the darkest days and soften the hardest hearts. He had a remarkable curiosity about the world, often engaging anyone in conversation, whether a close friend, a stranger, or the cashier at a gas station. Kaleb had a knack for asking a million questions about anything and everything, leaving people both charmed and occasionally out of breath, trying to keep up with his endless thirst for knowledge. His curious nature and genuine interest in others made him unforgettable. Kaleb had the rare ability to make friends wherever he went, though his time with us was far too short; the memories of his love, kindness, and determination will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind.
The Robinson and Knehr families invite all who knew and loved Kaleb to join them in celebrating his life. A service to honor Kaleb will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Saturday, December 14th, 2024, at 3:00 PM.
Rest easy, Kaleb. You were deeply loved, and you will be profoundly missed. Your kindness, strength, and love will forever guide us.
Kimberly Dean McGhee Kelly
December 4, 2024
Kimberly Dean McGhee Kelly left this earth for her heavenly home December 3, 2024.
Born in Enterprise, Alabama October 6, 1967, she started singing in church at a very young age. She and her husband Terry married in 1987 and continued in music ministry until 2013. She enjoyed the beach, fishing, singing, playing guitar, bass, and drums, and helping her husband in their furniture store.
She is preceded in death by her mother Grace Narvell McGhee and her sister, Jacquelyn Gaylor.
She is survived by her husband Terry Kelly, father Rev. Ronald McGhee Sr of Scranage, brothers Ron McGhee Jr. and James (Joanne) McGhee of Dothan, sister Rhonda (Richard) Daniels of Atmore and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place at Petty Funeral Home Wednesday December 11 from 10am-11am. Memorial service will take place at Petty Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 11 at 11am with Rev. Otis Thames officiating. In lieu of flowers, please give to Giddeon’s International, Sav-a-Life in Atmore, Atmore Christian Care, or a charity of your choice. Help people. Kimberly always did her best to help anyone who was in need or needed comfort.
Floyd Robert Westmoreland
December 4, 2024
Floyd Robert Westmoreland, 83, of Cantonment, Florida, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 1, 2024. He was born in Jay, Florida on September 14, 1941 to Robert Daniel Westmoreland and Lena Mae Ivey Westmoreland. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lucille Sanders, Helen Grubbs, Jeannette Harris, and Linda Boswell; and brother, Clarence Westmoreland.
He grew up in Jay, Florida and in 1963 married the love of his life, Linda Dell Allen. He and his family moved to Cantonment in 1971. He was a devoted family man who loved his wife, kids, grandkids and great grandchildren who lit up his life. He was a car enthusiast and mechanic who could fix anything. He loved his Lord Jesus Christ and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church for 54 years, living a life of service. He and his wife owned a catering business for 31 years sharing in many happy events for others.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 61 years, Linda Allen Westmoreland; daughter, Judy (Steve) Adams; son, Alan (Wendi) Westmoreland; grandchildren, Jennifer Rolin, Lauren McQuigg, Hunter (Bailey) Adams, Kinsie (Andrew) Prevatte and Ryleigh (Jared) Gaszak; great-grandchildren, Bryson, Kallie, James, Andie, Micah and Gunnar; brother-in-law, Buddy (Maria) Allen and brother-in-law, Ken Boswell; and his nieces, nephews and many lifelong friends who will miss his love, laughter, and mischievous personality he brought to their lives.
Visitation will be held at Hillcrest Baptist Church on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am with funeral service immediately following. Should you desire, in lieu of flowers, please donate to Hillcrest Baptist Church Disaster Relief Fund.
Blakelyn Grace
December 4, 2024
On November 25, 2024 at 6:20 a.m. precious Ms. Blakelyn Grace was born sleeping at North Baldwin Infirmary in Bay Minette, AL.
Blakelyn is survived by her parents, Annabella Smith and Chase Bishop both of Atmore, AL. She is also survived by her brother, Austin James and sister, Briella Faith; grandparents, Jessica and Chris Hubbard of Atmore, AL, Amber Boone of Poarch, AL and Jason Smith of Mobile, AL.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 4 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore, AL.
Visitation will be held from 3p.m. until service time at 4 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
If you would like to make a donation in honor of Baby Blakelyn, please contact Larianas Halo on Facebook or call 1-985-860-8535.
Gene Parker
December 2, 2024
Gene Parker of Orange Beach, Alabama passed away Friday, November 29, 2024, at Vitas Hospice in Pensacola, Florida. He was born on August 17, 1944 to Rollin and Dorothy Parker in Paradise Hills, California.
After graduating from Hollywood High School and working as a mechanic in Hollywood, Gene enlisted in the Navy and was deployed to Vietnam where he served on the flight deck of the USS Hancock. After his service in the military, Gene worked for CFI which served the movie industry and garnered his passion for photography. During this time, he was a member of the “Viewfinders” motorcycle club and raced in numerous events throughout the southern California desert including “Barstow to Vegas”. Later, Gene and family moved to Newberg, Oregon where he worked for Preston Petty and then Hewlett Packard in McMinnville, Oregon as a lithographer and graphic design artist.
During his leisure time, he rode dirt bikes on many of Oregon’s forest trails and loved camping, fishing and whitewater rafting. He was proficient in silversmithing with designing, producing and selling silver and turquoise jewelry which came naturally with his Native American ancestry. Many years were spent traveling between Oregon and California where he visited friends and family. In 2012, Gene moved to Florida to be closer to his sons and family and frequented Orange Beach, Alabama where he loved sitting on the deck with his dogs, Nikki Mutt and Mini Mutt. Pop spent his last years gazing over Wolf Bay and generations of Ospreys nested nearby.
Gene is preceded in death by his parents and his two sisters, Sandy Murphy and DeeDee Bojorquez.
Gene is survived by his sons, Todd (Robin) Parker of Walnut Hill, Florida and Jason Parker of Milton, Florida; grandsons, Cody (Leigh Ann) Parker of Opelika, Alabama and Dustin Parker of Pensacola, FL; great grandchildren, Sully, Eloise, and Henry Parker of Opelika, Alabama along with many nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Temecula, California will be Pop’s final resting place on his native soil.