Obituaries

Mar 9, 2024

Anna "Yvonne" Bass was born in Century, FL, on September 1, 1937, and passed away in Pensacola, FL, on Saturday, March 9, 2024.

Yvonne was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother "Nina", sister, and friend. She adored her grandchildren and had great love for her nieces and nephews and was a favorite aunt to many. She shared a...

Mar 8, 2024

George Mayhew Peaden, Sr., 80, of Pensacola, FL passed away peacefully on Friday, March 8, 2024.

George was born on February 22, 1944, in Pensacola, FL and grew up in nearby Baker, FL. He graduated from Baker High School in 1962. After graduating, George enlisted and served in the US Air Force (USAF) from 1962 until 1966....

Mar 7, 2024

Frederick "Scott" Griffith, 67, of Pensacola, FL passed away from cancer on Thursday, March 7, 2024.

Scott was born on September 14, 1956, in Springfield, OH to Roanna Marie (Wheldon) and Frederick Lamar Griffith. He graduated from Greenon High School in1974 and the Naval Academy in 1979. He became a Naval Helicopter Pilot in 1981 upon the...

Mar 6, 2024

Jerry H. Sansom, 76, of Rockledge, FL passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in Melbourne, FL.

The sudden and unexpected passing of Jerry after a brief hospital stay left family and friends devastated and heartbroken. Having recently retired after 45 years as a government relations consultant, he was looking forward to time to relax, to enjoy...

Mar 6, 2024

Commander James R. "Jim" Reinauer, Sr., 80, resident of Lanier Village Estates, Gainesville, GA passed away, surrounded by his children, on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

Born in Oklahoma City on October 11, 1943, to Joeseph and Violet "Peaches" Reinauer of Hereford, TX; he was raised in Hereford and graduated from Hereford High in 1962. He received a...

Mar 3, 2024

Gladys Josefina Torres de Escobar passed away on March 3, 2024, peacefully at her home in Guanare, Venezuela.

She was born on January 13,1942, in Guanare, Venezuela, where she was married to Santos Escobar and raised her three children - Tadeo, Glasan, and Alejandra.

Gladys was a strong woman and proud mother, who led her...

Mar 2, 2024

Elspeth Andrus Lloyd, 86, died on Saturday, March 2, 2024, after a short illness. She was born on July 13, 1937, in Chicago, IL, daughter of the late Dr. Lawrence and Margaret Andrus - Whitney. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Suzanne Lloyd.

She was a graduate of the...

Mar 1, 2024

Reverend Alfred Warren Ragghianti, 76, of Gulf Breeze, FL, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Al was born in Memphis, TN on August 31, 1947, to Grace (Rutschman) and Gabriel Ragghianti, Sr. He was a retired pastor, and devoted husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend.

Born and...

Mar 1, 2024

Edward "Todd" Thomas Frank, Jr. was born February 14, 1935, in Ponca City, OK to Edward Frank, Sr and Violet Ann Benson and brought home to his brother Don, who was 4 years older and not sure he was in need of a younger brother, but he got one anyway. When Todd was 3, the family moved to Lake...

Feb 29, 2024

James Shelton "Snapper" Worsnop, 64, of Pensacola, FL passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, February 29, 2024, of acute myeloid leukemia six months after diagnosis.

Snapper was born on September 11, 1959, in Greensboro, NC. Known to friends and colleagues as "Snapper", he began working at the paper mill in Cantonment in 1978 and retired...

Feb 28, 2024

Doris Vivian Wearren Brown passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, following a brief illness.

A long-time resident of the Pensacola area, she was born in Bratt, FL, on December 7, 1927, to Julius Oscar and Lennie Miles Wearren. Following graduation from Earnest Ward High School, Doris began a successful career...

Feb 28, 2024

Preston Lewis Baswell, Jr., 90, of Pensacola, FL has gone to rest with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.

Preston was born on May 16, 1933, in Coronado, CA to Preston L. Baswell, Sr. and Ruby Whitwell Baswell. He graduated from PHS, Class of 1950, and Florida State University, Class of 1954....

Feb 28, 2024

LTC Michael Hauer Sarra, US Army (Ret.), age 82, of Milton, FL, went home unexpectedly to be with the Lord and be reunited with his family on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Michael was born in Pensacola, FL on May 29, 1941, to the late Harry Celestine and Wilhelmina Hauer Sarra. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in...

Feb 25, 2024

On Sunday, February 25, 2024, Larkin Hubbard, beloved wife, mother, and Gigi, passed away at the age of 77 at home surrounded by her loved ones and dogs.

Larkin was born on July 14, 1946, in Macon, GA to Emory and Helen (Burnette) Bobo. She received her master's degree in Theatrical Arts from Miami University in 1971....

Feb 21, 2024

Charlene Weekley Bogan, 82, of Pensacola, FL, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

Born July 29, 1941, in Pensacola, FL, Charlene leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth. For over 40 years, Charlene dedicated herself as a real estate agent in the local community, lovingly helping countless clients find their perfect homes. Beyond her professional...

Feb 18, 2024

Dorothy Jean "Dear" Calvert, 83, died Sunday, February 18, 2024.

Jean, known as "Dear" to her family, was a native and lifelong resident of Pensacola. She lived her life as a devoted Christian and member of Trinity Presbyterian Church where she raised her family and served the church for over 40 years in roles as an elder,...

Feb 18, 2024

David W. Jernigan, age 77, entered Heaven, on Sunday, February 18, 2024.

David was born on August 2, 2024, to the late Richard and Dorothy Jernigan, where he grew up in East Pensacola Heights. After graduating from Pensacola High School, he joined the US Coast Guard, proudly serving his country for four years,...

Feb 17, 2024

Ann S. Jewett, 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 17, 2024.

She was able to celebrate her birthday on Wednesday, February 14, and was surrounded by friends and happy memories. She was a Valentine's baby and always loved that holiday. Grey and Ann's life was enriched with their travel across the United States, including Alaska, in...

Feb 14, 2024

Martha Pinner Burgess, 99, passed away peacefully at her residence at Azalea Trace on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

Martha was born on July 3, 1924, in Elizabeth City, NC and was the eldest of three children born to Joseph B. and Mattie (Weatherly) Pinner. She was lovingly called "NanNan" by her family members. NanNan met the love...

Feb 14, 2024

Madge Holley Powell, 88, of Pensacola, FL passed away Thursday, February 14, 2024.

Madge was born on January 25, 1936, in Covington County, AL to Tamar (Alpin) and Will A. Holley. A resident of Pensacola since 1967, she retired as a Dental Hygienist and a Medical Office Manager.

Madge was a member of Heights Baptist...