Obituaries

Jul 11, 2023

Susie White Walker, 87, was called to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, July 11, 2023.

Susie was born in Graceville, FL on April 15, 1936, to Bryant and Nella White. She attended Graceville High School, where she was active in the marching band and other school activities.

Susie met Curtis near the end...

Jul 10, 2023

Ernest Alfred "Al" Pulford, Jr., age 101, dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend – passed away in the early morning hours in Pensacola, FL on Monday, July 10, 2023, with his son Kevin by his side.

Al, as he was called by friends, was born to Ernest, Sr. and Katherine Pulford in Cleveland,...

Jul 9, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Patricia Buchanan Wright announce her passing on Sunday July 09, 2023.

Patricia was born on February 05,1947 in Waco, Texas to Lt. Colonel Ulmer Lawson Buchanan (Jack) and Vivian Boyd Erklin Buchanan.

Patricia lived in Waco, Novato CA, Okinawa, Craig Air Force Base and Wiesbaden, Germany...

Jul 9, 2023

Jimmy Boyce Brand, 78, of Pensacola, FL passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023.

Jimmy was born January 2, 1945, to Launa and Elias Brand in Abilene, TX. Like many military children, childhood was spent in several different locations including Texas, Georgia, Florida, Rhode Island and eventually France. Jimmy played football for and graduated from The Paris...

Jul 9, 2023

Michael "Shane" Keith, age 48, of Pensacola, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Shane was born to the late Terry Lynn Keith and Cheryl Leslie on November 7, 1974, in Spartanburg, SC.

He graduated from Spartenburg High School in 1993 and presently was working as a Production Supervisor with Tibbetts Lumber...

Jul 7, 2023

SgtMaj Philip F. O'Donnell, USMC (Ret.), 77, of Pensacola, FL, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023, after a short illness.

Phil was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA and enlisted in the Marine Corps at 17. He was awarded the Purple Heart after being wounded in Viet Nam in Operation Starlight in 1965. During 30 years...

Jul 7, 2023

LTC Max H. Taylor, US ARMY (Ret.), age 82, of Navarre, FL., passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023. Max was born on February 20, 1941, to the late Nathan N. and Sallie R. Fisher Taylor in Winnsboro, LA. Max was a Senior Army Aviator and a Retired Lieutenant Colonel. He was a decorated Vietnam Veteran who...

Jul 7, 2023

Ruby Alice (Chapman) Williams, 74, of Pensacola, FL, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023.

Our beloved Ruby Alice (Chapman) Williams was born on March 3, 1949, in Cooper City, AL to the late Sye and Rochester Chapman.

She was educated in the Escambia County School District and graduated from Wedgewood High School in 1967....

Jul 6, 2023

Dennis Charles Schroeder, 67, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 6, 2023, with his wife, Trish, and daughter, Sarah, by his side, after a courageous battle with brain cancer.

Dennis was born in Hollywood, CA, on November 25, 1955, to Charles W. Schroeder and Patricia H. (Briggs) Schroeder. He grew up in Culver City, CA,...

Jun 30, 2023

 Lieutenant Commander Raymond Walter Myers, USN (Ret.), 95, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, and entered glory. 

 Ray is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Mary Elizabeth Myers and his brother, Walter Myers. He is also survived by his three children from his first marriage of 34 years to Nadine Peevy Myers, Scott Myers (wife, Aloma), Lynne Short...

Jun 28, 2023

Lola May Gomez, 102, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, with her family at her side.

She was born in Indianapolis, IN on December 9, 1920, to William M. and Katie Thompson Stewart. Lola was a longtime and active member of St. Paul Catholic Church. She remained active in many social and...

Jun 28, 2023

CDR Albert Daniel Carey, USN (Ret.) took his last flight at 0-300 hours on June 28, 2023. May he fly higher while kicking the tires and lighting the fires. Dan was born in Flushing Queens New York City on August 2, 1941. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and his graduate degrees from the...

Jun 26, 2023

Delbert "Del" H. Shortt, age 86, of Pensacola, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023.  Delbert was born on May 16, 1937, to the late Delbert A. and Anne Marie Leslie Shortt in Washington D.C.

Delbert is survived by is devoted wife of 63 years, Margie A. Shortt; his loving children, Delbert R. Shortt (Debra) and Debbie...

Jun 26, 2023

Betty Jean Kellar, 99, of Pensacola, FL went to her heavenly home on Monday, June 26, 2023 to be with her husband, Warren Edward (Ed) Kellar; daughter, Sandy Kellar Hughes; sister, Lecille McClure and many other relatives.

She was born in Saybrook, IL on September 17, 1923 to Oren and Myrtle Fawcett. Unfortunately, her mother passed away...

Jun 23, 2023

The bright lights of the party have dimmed with the passing of Betsy Smith. 'Be bold and mighty forces will come to your aid' (Basil King) was a quote she lived by - and Betsy was bold! Betsy left a trail of laughter, generosity and wisdom in her wake. She never met a stranger and was always happy to...

Jun 23, 2023

Lisa Diane Spence, 64, was laid to rest on Friday, June 23, 2023, at peace with the Lord.

Lisa spent her career as a Senior Title Examiner and her past time was devoted to the Church and her family.

Lisa is preceded in death by her parents, William "Bill" Spence and Virginia Brown Spence.

Jun 22, 2023

Cheryl Lynn Alexander-Davis, 49, unexpectedly passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023.

She was born the daughter of Thomas and Belenda, February 8, 1974, in Hawaii. After graduating from Gulf Breeze High in 1992 she moved to Orlando, FL returning to Navarre-Gulf Breeze for the remainder of her life.

Cheryl is survived by her spouse, Jeff...

Jun 22, 2023

Marilyn Gless, age 85, of Pensacola, FL, died peacefully at home on Thursday, June 22, 2023.

Upon completing high school in Columbia, MS, Marilyn went on to earn a Teaching degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. After college, she moved to Pensacola, FL, and began her career teaching the first grade for more than three decades...

Jun 21, 2023

Joyce Dannheisser passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

Born on Feb. 5, 1932, in St. Louis, MO, she lived most of her life in Pensacola married for 68 years to her treasured husband, Dr. Bertram V. Dannheisser, before his passing in 2020.

Although she was small in stature, she was certainly not so...

Jun 19, 2023

Maureen Anne Singleton, 84, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023.

Maureen was born in Kent, Sussex, England, and was an only child to William and Maureen Summers. She came to the United States and started a family. She and her late husband, Chesley lived in San Diego, CA, Alabama, and settled in Pensacola in 1963. She raised...