Pensacola

Dr. Rolando T. Abangan, passed away on February 27, 2026, at the age of 87 in Pensacola, Florida. Born on June 29, 1938, in Cebu City, Philippines, he embarked on a path that would lead him to significant contributions in both the military and medical fields. Rolando served valiantly as a neurosurgeon in the U.S. Navy, based in Guam during the Vietnam War, a role that demanded both courage and leadership. Following his military career, Dr. Abangan dedicated 25 years as a neurosurgeon ...

James W. Smith Jr. passed away on February 25, 2026, at the age of 81 in Molino, Florida. Born on February 23, 1945, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he left behind a legacy marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and commitment to his community. James is survived by his wife of 48 years, Floretta Smith; his children Gary Smith, Bob Phillips and his wife Di, Annette Shuman and her husband Greg, Kathy Meyer and her husband Clay; along with 9 grandchildren and 12 ...

Walter Louis McGaster, 69, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026.

Joyce Vaughn born July 30,1942 died February 22, 2026 passed away last night. She was surrounded by family and well loved. They had her medicated, so she wasn't in pain. She was a good woman and was Spiritual and loved Elvis gospel music. She was loved by all that knew her. She never met a stranger. She would talk to anyone. She will be missed by all that knew her. Her husband James Paul Vaughn predeceased her. She left 4 daughters Ginger Raffield, husband Dennis Raffield, Kimberly ...

Scott Lee Mason, age 77 of Pensacola, Florida passed away on February 21, 2026.

Dewayne Carlton Smith, 63, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Arthur L. Thrower, 71, of Atmore, Alabama passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Yvonne McCoy, 73, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Richard Elmer Wilbert Trampe passed February 18, 2026, at home in Pensacola, FL. He was born June 17, 1943 to Richard Henry Trampe and Willamina Trampe (nee Kahre) in Ferguson, MO. He was baptized and confirmed at Salem Lutheran Church, Black Jack, MO. Rich graduated from Ferguson HS in 1961 and from Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa, in 1965 with a degree in Chemistry. He returned to St. Louis where he worked at Sigma Chemical Co. until drafted April Fool’s Day 1969, into the Army. ...

Charles Terry Hancock Jr. is also affectionately known as Big Charlie, Charlie Brown, FookinChooky, Vapor00, La Arana Blanca and simply Chuck, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the age of 51 after a courageous battle with cancer. He faced his illness with the same stubborn determination that shaped his entire life - refusing to back down, refusing to lose his sense of humor, and absolutely refusing to let anyone feel sorry for him. His independent spirit had a zest for life, ...