Jon F. Shumaker, 74, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022.
Patrice Wabnitz, 62, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022.
Brian Alan Pierce, 60, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.
John Michael Thomas, 54, of Cantonment, Florida passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022.
Myra Mason Hutchins, 69, of Pensacola, Florida took her last breath on March 22, 2022, surrounded by her beloved Husband, Michael and her daughters, Kym, Shelley and Erin.
Born December 16, 1952, in Memphis, TN, she was the daughter of the late Harold Henry Mason, and Norma Lee Mason. After a life of being a military child, Myra eventually made her way to Pensacola, Florida where she lived for the remainder of her life. She enjoyed spending time with her Family and Friends, was always the life of the party, and was considered a "2nd mom" by several. Myra is survived by her Loving and Devoted Husband of 42 fulfilling years, W. Michael "Darlin' Pie" Hutchins, her three Cherished Daughters, Kymberly "Joie" Tisdale (John), Michelle "Shelley" Espique (Joel), and Erin Hutchins, 5 grandchildren, Kyler, West, Willow, Sawyer and Spencer, her only Brother, Paul Mason, her Mother in law, Daisy Hutchins, Sister in law, Debbie Sellers (Chuck), 1 Niece, Christy Whittlesey and 2 Nephews, Chaz Sellers (Kristy) and Todd Sellers. She is also survived by many close friends and extended family members. We would also like to offer an Extended Thanks to The Staff at Sacred Heart Hospital for their Exemplary Care and Compassion during this difficult time. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 9th from 4pm-8pm at The AMVETS Post #292, 955 Dog Track Road, Pensacola, Fl. Memorial Donations can be sent to Michelle Espique. Venmo @ Michelle-Espique. Flower Arrangements can be sent to the AMVETS Post 292 on the day of Myra's Celebration. Dave Gregory Nowak, 58, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.
Cheryl Diane Blas, 70, of Gulf Breeze, Florida passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.
![]() Tabitha L. Stevens born 1983 December 14, from Pensacola, Florida, She departed this life on Monday, March 28, 2022, at home. Tabitha attended the Public Schools of Escambia County: She leaves to cherish her memory of her loving mother, Tammy and stepfather Sherman Pritchett; and Father Ricky Howard, Three sons; Darius, Daniel, Cameron, two daughters, Kayla and Kaitlyn all of Pensacola. Four brothers; Cliton, Patrick, (step) Antoun, Tyrane. Two sisters Shantell, Corretta both of New Orleans. Her uncles; David, Terry, Robert, Ronald and Michael. Her aunts Lucinda and Jackie. Her grandmothers Ruby Stevens, Edna Howard; host of nieces, nephews, and friends, special friend Michael Garden. "No Tears in Heaven” There, are no tears in heaven of any Kind I leave this final teardrop to those I've left behind. Though absent from the body, I'm present with the Lord, The joy of my salvation Is now my full reward. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm at Family-Funeral & Cremation, 5627 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, Florida 32503. A funeral service will be held at Calvary Way Church, 100 Jones Street, Pensacola, Florida 32534, Friday, April 15, 2022 at 12:00 PM and followed by burial at Resthaven Cemetery, ![]() Clifford Edward Long, Jr. passed away unexpectedly Monday March 28, 2022, at the age of 48. Cliff was born January 5, 1974, in Gadsden Alabama. He graduated from Glencoe High School in Alabama where he played football, going on to play in college. He loved fishing and hunting, his ole red truck, and all things Alabama-Bama. Cliff worked as a firefighter and was given The Outstanding Citizen Award by the Mayor of Gadsden Alabama. He later worked for the Department of Juvenile Justice before becoming a department leader at JCPenney for several years. At the time of his passing, he was a maintenance technician for a correctional institution. Cliff was a Boy Scout leader for many years, influencing young men to be leaders. He was always willing to help anyone who needed him and was much loved by the community. He will be greatly missed by many. He put his all into everything he did, but most of all Cliff excelled at being a loving husband and father. He had a lifetime of adventures planned for his family, that they could all have together. ROLL TIDE-Rally and continue on! Cliff is survived by his loving wife Crystal Caldwell Long, his children David, Rebecca, Abby, Grayson and Hayden. His sister Christy (Troy) Johnson, his nephews Jeffrey (Skyler), and Travis Johnson. Cliff was predeceased by his loving mother and father, Clifford and Kathy Long. The funeral service will be held at Family Funeral and Cremation, 5627 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, Florida 32503, Saturday April 2, 2022. Visitation will begin at 2:00 PM and Service, followed by the funeral at 3:00 PM. Richard Scott Wood, 75, of Cantonment, Florida passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022.
![]() Perry Paul Barnes AKA Pawpaw, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by loved ones on March 21st 2022. Perry was born on October 12, 1956 to Walter & Dora Barnes In Virginia, PA. As a child Perry spent a lot of time with his many siblings & grew up to be a crafty and skilled, self taught mechanic. Perry married the woman of his dreams; Deborah Barnes, over 30 years ago, whom he spent many years with growing and caring for their huge family. Perry is survived by his siblings; Ronny, Jeff, Jim, Larry, Rita, And Ruby; his children, Paul, Tina Weeks, Tina Blackmon, James Weeks and Nicole Trudeau; Pawpaw is also survived by 37 grand/great grandchildren, along with so many friends & family that will cherish the memories they’ve shared with him. Perry is preceded in death by his wife; Deborah Barnes, his parents; Dora and Walter Barnes, his siblings; Bruce and Benny Barnes, and his son; Michael Weeks. Perry loved his hot rods, spending time with his grandkids, being outdoors, and cooking the most amazing meals for his family! Pawpaw will be remembered for being hard on his family and always expecting the most of them, but most importantly, being the person they could always call on when they needed help. He was always there in a time of need. Pawpaw gave plates of food to anyone who entered his home. He was known for having the most decorated house in the neighborhood for each holiday! Pawpaw was fun, outgoing, and kept a smile on his face and everyone else’s. We will miss hearing the loud clacking sound of his keys and hearing him “row his boat” with his lips as he walked around. Perry will be remembered for being a dedicated father/grandfather and a jokester who could make even a stranger smile. Services for Perry will be held at Family Funeral & Cremation at 5627 N Davis Hwy in Pensacola FL, starting at 11AM. The family will follow him to his final resting place at Enon Baptist Church in Walnut Hill at 1PM which will be escorted by officials. ![]() Randall K. Griffiths, a systems accountant and resident of Navarre, FL passed away March 27, 2022, at the age of 67 after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Anchorage, AK on April 27, 1954. Survived by his wife, Linda and son Ray, his brothers, Danny Griffiths, Texas, David Griffiths, Utah, Tamara Soal, NM, and Cynthia Griffiths, CO. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Weber State University. He was a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He has a beautiful son Ray who is very important to him. Randy was an enthusiastic fan of the “fighting Irish,” Notre Dame and the Green Bay Packers. Randy and his wife, Linda met in Germany while serving in the U.S. Army. Randy did not want funeral services; an Irish wake will be planned for the near future. In lieu of flowers please donate to the American Cancer Society. Jason Richard Ellsworth, 44, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022.
Juanita M. Athearn, 89 of Milton. Florida passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022.
Pamela C. Cox, 70, of Gulf Breeze, Florida passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022.
Lauren Candice Wallace, 68, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022.
Timothy Howard Lower, 66, of Foley, Alabama passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022.
Michael Gene Eller, 57, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022.
Leo Anthony Frigo, 78, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022.
Larry Michael Coe, 78, of Milton, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022.
![]() Denver Raymond Tyree Sr. 63 of Perdido, Alabama. He was born on June 24, 1958, to Cecil Tyree and Belva Barger in Hazard, KY. He went to be with the lord on March 24, 2022 at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, FL. Denver was preceded in death by Cecil Tyree (father), Belva Tyree (mother), and Jayden Wayne Hadley (great grandson). Denver was survived by his partner of 7 years Sandra Passmore of Perdido, AL, brothers Alex Tyree of Perdido, AL, Bennie Tyree of Perdido, AL, sister Tammy Brown of Perdido, AL daughters Christina Pittman (William Frazier) of Perdido, AL, Cecelia Woodward (Dalton Hysell) of Bernalillo, NM, Belva Ortiz (Daniel) of Auburndale, FL, son's Denver Tyree Jr. Of Mobile, AL, Nicholas Smith of Auburndale, FL stepdaughter Lora Barwick of Covington, KY, grandkids Bertha Tyree, Derrick Pittman, Tabatha Pittman, Akera Hysell, Malachi Hysell, Demetrius Hysell, Camden Ortiz, Greycen Ortiz. Amelia Ortiz, step grandkids Tristan Barwick, Westley Barwick, Kimberly Barwick, great grandkids Hunter Cook, Brystal Cook, Keegan Tyree, Baylor Pittman, Slaedyn Hadley, and many extended family members. Denver was a wonderful and loving man to his partner Sandra Passmore. He was a very loving father, partner, grandfather, great grandfather, and a very special friend to everyone. He was a general contractor for many years. He also worked many different types of jobs over the years. He loved his dog's (fur babies) just like his kids. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle as much as he could. He didn't need a place to go just some wind on his face with Sandra behind him. He was always willing to help anyone that needed help no matter what it was or how long it took He was there until the job was done. He called Cecelia his purple eye green hair baby girl and Christina was always his baby girl. His kids, grand kids, great grand kids will always love him. He loved each and every one of us in his own special way. FLY FREE Denver Tyree wanted to be cremated so there will not be a funeral service. Eddie Ray Lee, 74, of Navarre, Florida passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022.
Jack Wayne Moore, 81, of Pace, Florida passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022.
Richard Steven Atkins, 62, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2022.
Dorothy Mae Craft, a longtime resident of Poquito Bayou, in Shalimar, Florida, passed away on March 19, 2022.
Dorothy was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania, on February 6,1933, to John and Thelma Leprich. She graduated from North Vernon High School in North Vernon, Indiana, and then attended secretarial school in Louisville, Kentucky, commuting by train under the watchful eyes of her father’s co-workers on the B&O Railroad. Dorothy was working as a secretary at Bakalar AFB in Columbus, Indiana, when she met USAF Lt. Walter B. Craft. They married on October 14,1956, and she embarked on the adventurous life of an Air Force pilot’s wife. Dorothy loved exploring new cuisines and learned to prepare Walter’s favorite Mexican foods after their cross-country honeymoon to Barstow, California, where Walter grew up. She immersed herself in Officers’ Wives’ Club activities such as bridge parties, coffees, and formals, and she knitted beautiful and unique items for OWC fundraising bazaars. Dorothy raised three children while moving households many times, including a trans-Atlantic move to Evreux-Fauville Air Base in France. Dorothy enjoyed visiting European landmarks with her young family, developed a lifelong taste for escargot, and came home with some haute couture pieces including a daring French bikini. A friend sparked Dorothy’s interest in court reporting while the family was stationed at Forbes AFB in Topeka, Kansas, and she completed court reporting school there. Following Walter’s USAF retirement, Dorothy worked as a legal secretary and freelance court reporter while he completed studies for a second career as a business educator. Dorothy joined the Okaloosa County Court system and served as an official county court reporter for more than 25 years. Dorothy was well-known among friends, family, and co-workers for her cooking and baking skills, and the fruits of her labors graced many courthouse and church potluck events. She enjoyed gardening while she was physically able, and loved all animals, especially her beloved rescued and adopted cats. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, by her brother Jack Leprich, and by Walter, her husband of 55 years. She is survived by three children: Terrence W. Craft (Cynthia) of Omaha, NE; Timothy W. Craft of Fort Walton Beach, FL; and Elizabeth C. Brown (Kevin) of Newberry, FL; by grandchildren Kevin Craft of Omaha, NE, and Dorothy Grace “Skip” Brown, of Orlando, FL; and by two great-grandchildren. Burial will be private. The family acknowledges with gratitude the kind care that Dorothy received from the Manor at Bluewater Bay, from Bayport Assisted Living, and from Regency Hospice. |
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