Obituaries

Mar 22, 2025

Kathy A. Tapscott, 69, of Gulf Breeze, FL, passed away peacefully at her home, on Saturday March 22, 2025, with her husband, AG by her side.

Kathy was born February 5, 1956, in Beausejour Manitoba Canada, to Charles Garrett and Peggy Gavin.

Kathy met AG at their workplace in Birmingham, AL, and from there they...

Mar 21, 2025

Joan McCollum Baird, 95, of Pensacola, FL passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, at home.

She was born on January 25, 1930, in Fulton, KY to the late Clay and Edra Earl McCollum. Joan graduated from Fulton High School followed by attendance at Bethel Women's College, in Hopkinsville, KY.

She was married to Capt. Daniel...

Mar 19, 2025

Our Lord Jesus Christ has welcomed Neville Marstiller Peterson home on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, after gifting us with her life of 96 1/2 years. Surrounded by her children and other loved ones, Neville passed peacefully enveloped in love and with her ever-joyful spirit intact. Her life was filled with love and adventure, primarily alongside her husband Eric.

Mar 19, 2025

Sidney John Toche, 78, of Pensacola, FL and native of Biloxi, MS passed away and went to his heavenly home, Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Born February 11, 1947, he was the first of four living children born to Joseph A. Toche, Sr. and Aline Ryan Toche. His love for "all things boat" began at an early age....

Mar 19, 2025

John-Annie Roberts, 95, peacefully went to be with her Lord at her home on, Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

She was born in Opp, AL on November 8, 1929, to Rena Hickman Kendrick and Clifford E. Kendrick. In 1953, her family moved to Pensacola to begin her career at the newly opened Chemstrand (Monsanto), from which she retired....

Mar 18, 2025

Gerald M. Kromer, 88, of Navarre, FL, lovingly known as Jerry, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Born December 7, 1936, in Nazareth, PA, Jerry was the youngest of ten siblings. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Technical Sergeant in 1977 after 23 dedicated years of honorable service.

Mar 18, 2025

Lillian Hutto McCall, 79, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Pensacola, FL. Ms. McCall was born in Crestview, FL on March 30, 1945. She graduated from Jay High School in 1963 and lived most of life in Jay.

She owned a service station and farm supply business in Jay for many years. She also worked for...

Mar 16, 2025

LCDR George Langner Maiberger, USN (Ret.), 94, died peacefully at home on Sunday, March 16, 2025, with his children at his side. George was a loyal, devoted, caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, who was deeply loved and whose memory will be cherished by those whose lives he touched.

He was born on February 19,...

Mar 16, 2025

Jane Pace Clark, 57, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend whose warmth, grace and optimism were a testament to her abiding Christian faith, died Sunday, March 16, 2025, after a fearless, 16-month battle against cancer.

Janie's life centered around her husband of 36 years, Tal; their son and daughter, Pace and Peyton; and for the past...

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...