Obituaries

Mar 15, 2025

Daniel "Dan" S. Davis, Sr., age 87, passed into heaven on Saturday, March 15, 2025. He was a strong believer - accepting Christ on March 1, 1961, a husband, father, leader, and musician. He was married to the love of his life, Lydia, for sixty-three years. He raised three successful children in a house full of love, humor, and...

Mar 15, 2025

Master Chief Petty Officer Irving "Irv" English, Jr., USN (Ret.), a man known for his boundless kindness and unwavering dedication to his family and community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15, 2025, after a life well lived. Born in Endicott, NY, Irv graduated from Union Endicott High School before embarking on an extraordinary career in the US Navy,...

Mar 14, 2025

Brian D. Saffell, 62, of Pensacola, FL passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025.

He was born in Arlington, VA to Ruby Joan Saffell of War, WV and the late Waller Lee Saffell of Front Royal, VA. His grandparents were the late Clifton H. "Tip" Saffell and Ruby Jean Saffell. He grew up in Falls Church and...

Mar 13, 2025

W. T. "Tommy" Lewis, Jr., 64, of Milton, FL passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Tommy was born in Pensacola, FL on January 12, 1961, to W. T. "Bill" Lewis and Roberta McKay Lewis. He attended local schools and went on to have a successful long-term career as a Heavy Equipment operator for many of our local...

Mar 13, 2025

Russell Whitney Maxwell, 89, of Pensacola, FL, passed away at home surrounded by his family, on Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born November 29, 1935, in Jacksonville, FL.

On March 11, 2025, Russell and Delores marked their 69th wedding anniversary. The couple first met in grade school through their friendship with her brother Ernest. Russell would...

Mar 12, 2025

John Ashmore Hammond, Jr., 91, of Pensacola, FL passed away Wednesday March 12, 2025.

Mr. Hammond was born in Chicago, IL on August 4, 1933, to Amanda Louise (Dilburn) and John Ashmore Hammond, Sr. He joined the Navy and reached the rank of LTJG, after leaving the Navy John became Sales Executive in Industrial Sales. Some of...

Mar 12, 2025

Harold "Sam" Hutto, Jr., 78, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in Gulf Breeze, FL.

Sam was born on October 14, 1946, in Gulfport, MS, to the late Harold Sam Hutto, Sr. and Annie Mae Hutto. He pursued higher education at The University of Southern Mississippi, where he earned an undergraduate degree and became a Certified...

Mar 11, 2025

Gordon Harry Humbert 86, of Pensacola, FL., passed away peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2025.

Gordon was born on August 15, 1938, in Philadelphia, PA. He grew up in Miami, FL and graduated from North Miami High School in 1957. He worked for Western Electric and AT&T as an installer of telecommunications equipment and instructor at the...

Mar 9, 2025

Janet D. Lopiccolo, 94, of Pensacola Beach, FL, left us on Sunday, March 9, 2025, after suffering a medical emergency.

She was born Janet Demsky in Brooklyn, NY, where she grew up and met her husband Anthony (deceased 2013). She lived a long, productive life that centered on her family as they frequently moved in connection with...

Mar 8, 2025

Paula Young Yee, lovingly known as "The Lady" and "Queenie" by family, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She took her last breath, Saturday morning, March 8, 2025, with her husband of 49 1/2 years right by her side. The morning she departed was sunny and the birds were like a choir rejoicing as...

Mar 7, 2025

Richard Brian Eggart, 51, loving father, son, and brother passed away Friday, March 7, 2025.

All those who loved him well knew him as, "Ricky." With a sense of humor that would keep you laughing and a heart that was always open to help, Ricky never met a stranger and took care of everyone like family. His...

Mar 6, 2025

Selena Elizabeth Durden Dunn, 93, of Pensacola, FL passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Selena was born on June 8, 1931, in Tampa, FL to DeWitt Talmadge Durden and Clara Grace Bailey Durden, they later moved to Hazelhurst, GA. She married William G. Dunn of Atlanta, GA. He was WWII veteran and a graduate of Auburn University....

Mar 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannie Michelle Calvit, 73, of Pensacola, FL, on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

A proud Pensacola native, Jeannie Michele was the first baby girl born in Pensacola on January 1, 1952. A natural talent for floral arrangements and decor was always present throughout her personal and professional...

Mar 6, 2025

Robert Anthony "Bob" Chapman, Jr., 65, died on Thursday, March 6, 2025, in Naples, FL.

Bob was born on October 5, 1959, in Chicago, IL, the second of five children. When he was nine, the family moved to Naples, FL, where he grew up and spent most of his years. Bob enlisted in the Navy where he...

Mar 5, 2025

CDR Thomas V. House, Sr., USN (Ret.), 89, of Pensacola, FL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, love, and devotion to family.

Born in Portsmouth, VA, on January 30, 1936, to Sherwood and Sophia House, Tom lived a life marked by honor, duty, and a deep commitment to his...

Mar 5, 2025

Jeanne Patricia Gedney (nee Conroy), 94, entered eternal life on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Jeanne was the cherished wife of George Gedney Jr. Together they were looking forward to celebrating their seventy-year marriage this July.

Jeanne was born April 3, 1930, in Brockton, MA, to the late John Conroy and Helen Conroy (née Richards), the youngest...

Mar 4, 2025

Ronald Stewart McCuiston, EdD, 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children, Mark McCuiston and Lisa Patrick, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Ron was the son of the late Claude Stewart McCuiston and Lula Mae Hobbie McCuiston. He was born July 5, 1935, and attended grammar school in Mobile, AL followed by graduation from Murphy High School...

Mar 4, 2025

Cynthia Alexander, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the age of 90.

Born in Pensacola, FL, she was the youngest of nine children and spent her life devoted to family, faith, and service to others. She grew up in East Pensacola Heights and attended Pensacola High School,...

Mar 4, 2025

CDR Marilyn K. Bingham, USN (Ret.), age 77, of Cheyenne, WY, previously of Pensacola, FL passed away on March 4, 2025. Marilyn was born in Sterling, C.O. to the late Mario and Marguerite DeSoto Marostica. She graduated from Sterling High in 1965 and then went on to attend Beth-El School of Nursing, in Colorado Springs. Marilyn joined the US...

Mar 3, 2025

Joseph Wanek died peacefully on the evening of March 3, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born in New Orleans, LA on April 19, 1942 to the late Evelyn Sack and Harry Wanek. The family relocated to the North Hill area of Pensacola 2 years later and he was residing in the family home at the time of...