Samuel Vince Sparks, Sr.
Sep 3, 2026
Samuel Vince Sparks, Sr., 86, of Pensacola, FL passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2026.
Full obituary details forthcoming...
A Graveside Service will be held 10:00am Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Barrancas National Cemetery, with military honors. For those wishing to attend, a funeral cortege will depart Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel at 9:30am sharp.
Franchen J. McArthur-Bobe
Sep 1, 2026
Franchen J. McArthur-Bobe, 89, of Pensacola, FL passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Franchen was born on April 30, 1937, in Washington Courthouse, OH. She graduated from Washington Senior High in 1955. Franchen was an Administrative Specialists for the FDA in Columbus, OH. She loved working as a pool instructor for the Arthritis Foundation in Washington Courthouse, OH. Her other...
Wilbur "Will" Eugene Deuvall, Jr.
Aug 31, 2026
Wilbur “Will” Eugene Deuvall, 86, died peacefully, on August 31, 2026 at his Pensacola home with his daughter by his side.
Will was born on May 18, 1940 in Steubenville, Ohio to the late Wilbur Eugene Deuvall and Wilma Grace Deuvall. Wilma Deuvall later married the late Ed Walker and raised Will in Lincoln Park, New Jersey. Will loved cars, tennis,...
Michael "Mike" James DeSorbo
Aug 27, 2026
Michael James "Mike" DeSorbo, a devoted public servant, community leader, Navy serviceman, and beloved family man, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born on July 31, 1937, in Schenectady, NY, Mike dedicated his life to serving the community he cherished, the great City of Pensacola, FL.
Mike carried a lifelong commitment to service. He was also a successful...
Edward Martin Siebert
Aug 26, 2026
Edward Martin Siebert, 89, of Pensacola, FL passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Ed was born in Hollister, MO on May 6,1937 to Edward and Audrey Siebert. He attended Hollister High School, and he graduated from Southwest Missouri State College in Springfield, MO. While there, he was active in ROTC and after graduation was commissioned into the US Army as...
Patricia "Diane" Snyder
Aug 25, 2026
Patricia "Diane" Snyder, 81, died peacefully August 25, 2026 at her Pensacola home with family by her side.
Diane was born December 7, 1944 in Huntington, West Virginia, to the late Kathryn and Charles Marushi. From an early age, she developed a love of music and dancing, especially tap dancing, and later delighted in passing along a few of those tap-dancing...
Donna Kay Garman
Aug 24, 2026
Donna Kay Garman, 83, of Pensacola, FL, passed away on Monday August 24, 2026, just days before her 84th birthday. Generous, gracious, and endlessly thoughtful, Donna had a remarkable gift for making others feel cared for. Nothing brought her greater happiness than doing something for someone she loved.
Born on September 1, 1942, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, Donna was the only child...
John Alfred Carroll, Jr.
Aug 21, 2026
John Alfred Carroll, Jr., 88, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
John was born on May 22, 1938, in Norfolk, VA. After high school, he studied at the University of Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. After graduating, he began his career with Monsanto in Pensacola, FL.
It was...
Judith Korn Zitzewitz
Aug 18, 2026
Judith Korn “Judie” Zitzewitz, 82, of Pensacola, FL passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Judie was a strong, spirited, and gracefully spicy woman. Determined and independent, she approached life with boundless energy, curiosity, and a deep devotion to the people she loved. When Judie had an opinion, no one ever had to wonder what it was, and those who knew her...
Jimmie "Doc" Irby
Aug 17, 2026
Jimmie “Doc” Irby, a veteran of the U.S. Navy and longtime resident of Milton, FL, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026, surrounded by family.
Jimmie was born August 14, 1936, in Albany, KY. At 20 years old, Jimmie enlisted in the U.S. Navy and would serve for over 22 years before retiring as Petty Officer First Class. During his military...
Dolores Frier Boone
Aug 16, 2026
Dolores Frier Boone, 97, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026, after a long and full life.
Dolores was born on February 8, 1929, in Hamilton County, FL, to Horace and Jessie Frier. She grew up in Belle Glade, FL, where she met and married her husband, Carmon Selwyn Boone. Together, they shared 50 years of marriage and raised their family....
James Norris West
Aug 15, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved James Norris West on August 15, 2026.
James was many things throughout his life, but the roles he treasured most were husband, father, and Pop. His family was the center of his world, and nothing brought him greater happiness than being surrounded by the people he loved.
James...
Jacklyn "Jackie" Sabel Kugelman
Aug 14, 2026
Jackie Kugelman passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2026, and it is with broken hearts and immeasurable love that we remember and celebrate her.
Jackie was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother lovingly known as “Mimi”, treasured sister and aunt, and dear friend to so many.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Jack and Jane Kugelman; her aunt, Marsha...
Virginia “Ginny” Sue Willis Scott
Aug 13, 2026
Virginia “Ginny” Sue Willis Scott, age 64, of Foley, AL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Ginny was born on April 18, 1962, in St. Louis, MO. She was a dedicated employee of Momentum Textiles, where she worked for more than 20 years.
Ginny lived life with a generous heart and a love for the things that brought her joy....
Mike McCracken
Aug 11, 2026
George Michael “Mike” McCracken, 76, of Pensacola, FL passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in his home with his best friend, Tony Boling, at his side.
Mike was born in Norfolk, VA on April 12, 1950, to Alfred and June McCracken. He spent his younger years growing up in Norfolk where he became an accomplished musician specializing in piano and...
John Morrison Butts
Aug 11, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, John Morrison Butts.
John, age 62, passed away in Pensacola, FL, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
John loved his family and friends and had many favorite activities. He loved being the “co-pilot” on short trips with his father and brother, who were both pilots. John’s love of airplanes led...
Christopher John Hester
Aug 10, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Christopher John “Chris” Hester on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the age of 55. Chris was born on May 16, 1971, in Anderson, IN, to John Edmond Hester, Jr. and Betty Brown Hester. He lived a life defined by love, humor, and leadership. His gregarious personality instantly made you...
Col Steven Elliott Field USMC (Ret.)
Aug 9, 2026
Colonel Steven Elliott Field U.S. Marine Corps (Ret), age 88, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer.
Born on September 22, 1937, in Greenville, South Carolina, Steve answered the call to serve his country in 1958, earning his wings of gold in 1960. He served 3 combat tours in Vietnam as a...
David Lester Trostle, Jr.
2026
David Lester Trostle Jr., 87, of Pensacola, FL passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
David was born in Lorain, OH, where he spent his adolescent years. At age 17, he felt he wanted to join the Navy, so he packed a bag and left his home and family for an unknown adventure. He worked hard to be the best Sailor...
Larry Joe Boner
Aug 9, 2026
Larry Joe Boner, 75, of Milton, FL, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
Joe was born on July 9, 1951, in Christopher, IL to Noah Charles and Virginia Ann (Heckman) Boner. Upon graduation, Joe entered the U.S. Navy and served his country for several years. He worked in the coal mines for 8 years and reentered in the Navy in...
