Patricia Lynn Banks-Taylor
Sister Patricia L. Banks-Taylor age 56 of Fort Walton Beach, FL, departed this life on August 9, 2010, at Parthenon Healthcare Center at Fort Walton Beach, FL. Memorialization Service was held on August 14, 2010, at Beulah First Baptist Church with Rev. Sherman Jarrett and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Patricia confessed Christ in her life at an early age. She joined Beulah First Baptist Church under the Pastorate of Rev. A.D. Bell. Patricia later moved her membership to the Mount Calvary MB Church under the leadership of Rev. Sherman Jarrett. She was preceded in death by her father: James Banks Sr.; sisters: Margaret Seymore and Jo Ann Banks; brother: James Banks Jr.; grandparents: Ben and Annie Clanzy. She leaves to cherish her memories husband: Alan Taylor of Greenville, AL; mother: Maggie Banks; brothers: Billy and Gary Banks both of Fort Walton Beach, FL; brother-in-law: Pastor C. Seymore of Fort Walton Beach, FL; sister-in-law: Ozie Banks of Fort Walton Beach, FL; goddaughter: Cassandra Foreman of Crestview, FL; a host of niecwes, nephews, aunts, uncles, and other relatives and many sorrowing friends.
Frank Junior Smith
Brother Frank J. Smith age 68 of Crestview, FL, departed this life on August 7, 2010, at Joyce Golden Covenant Hospice, Pensacola, FL. A native of Greenville, Alabama, Frank called Crestview his home for over fourty years. Services were held on August 14, 2010 at Beulah #1 Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend (Dr.) Robert S. Gray officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Interment followed at Beulah Cemetery, Milligan, FL. Frank graduated from Century High School. Worked as a truck driver for Construction Service Company of Florida. He also was a member of the Crestview Brotherhood Club. Brother Smith was preceded in death by his parents, son: Frank Smith Jr., brothers: Willie D. Smith and Ray Smith. He leaves to cherish his loving memories his wife: Carolyn Hutchinson-Smith of Crestview, FL; daughters: Cynthia "Lisa" Smith (Leroy Grant) of Savannah, GA; Alfreda (Billy) Coney of Orlando, FL; Karen Patrice Thomas (Don Jackson) of Coatesville, PA; Teresa Hall (Trina) of Jacksonville, FL; sisters: Jaenna Mae Jones; Linda Rae (Dexter) Thomas both of Brewton, AL; Zenna Mae Smith; Anna Ruth Smith; Kathryn (Gene) Wood all of Century, FL; Michelle (Sim) Brown; Jane Lewis both of Pensacola, FL; brothers: James (Cynthia) Smith; Leroy Smith; Melvin Smith all of Century, FL; brother in-laws: Douglas Hutchinson of Cretsview, FL; Jonas Clyde Hutchinson of Cleveland, OH; 14 grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Culley Lester Olds
Mr. Culley Lester Olds age 89 of Campbellton, FL. Passed away Sunday August 1st at his resident. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Saturday August 7th at New Bethel C.M.E. Church in Campbellton with Reverends Freeman Walker Sr, James Robinson Jr. and Minister Douglas Cotton officiating. Interment followed in the St. Paul Cemetery with military honors and with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Culley Lester Olds was born May 28, 1921, in Campbellton, Florida to the late Oscar and Olivia Olds. Culley was the fifth of fourteen children of which two survive him, Jethro (Helen) Olds and Chero Olds (Eve) also of Campbellton. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined New Bethel C.M.E. Church where he was the Sunday School Superintendent in the 60’s and 70’s, leader of his church class, and a faithful member of the Steward Board. He was a Master Mason with the Golden Square Masonic Lodge of Campbellton.
He was a member of the United States Army, serving as a Corporal for three years. He participated in the liberation of Europe from the hands of the Nazis, fought battles in North France, Ardennes, Raineland (Germany), and central Europe. He served in the US Army from August 5, 1942 until his honorable discharge on December 10, 1945. On December 22, 1944, Culley was awarded the Bronze Star for extraordinary bravery in battle; he received other medals including the World War II Victory Medal.
Upon his return to Campbellton, he resumed his life as a farmer and welcomed his first son, Herman Evans (Maplewood, NJ). On December 24, 1946, he married Katrina Pittman and had seven children: Curlie Russ of Campbellton, Florida (Reggie); Trinia Pender of West Palm Beach, Florida; Gail Knighton of Lake Park, Florida (Ulysses); Lonniell Olds of West Palm Beach, Florida (Wendy); Calvin Olds of West Palm Beach, Florida; Edison Olds, Sr. of Campbellton, Florida (Annette); and Faye Adams of Fayetteville, Georgia (Richard). Culley and Katrina have 26 grandchildren, 22 great grand children, and 1 great great grandchild. He was also employed at Vanity Fair in Graceville, Florida from 1967 – 1985 when he retired.
Culley Olds lived a very fruitful life as a devoted husband of 63 years and a loving father. He spent the remainder of his years building his reputation as a successful farmer and wise businessman. He was known as “Uncle Curley” to many, but to his children was known simply as “Daddy”.
William McBride
Mr. William McBride age 77 of Crestview, FL, passed away July 24, 2010 at his residence in Okaloosa County. Memorialization service was held on July 30, 2010, with Rev. Dwight Baggett officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing..
Devon Wayne Stanley
Mr. Devon Wayne Stanley "aka" Rusty Joe" age 54 of Crestview, FL, passed away July 15, 2010, at his residence in Okaloosa County, Florida. Services were held on July 22, 2010 at Peoples Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor George Thomas officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Interment followed at Springhill Cemetery, Crestview, FL. Rusty Joe was a quiet and humble person. He had a love for auto repair but he mainly found employment as a concrete laborer. Devon accepted the Lord, Jesus Christ as his savior on April 25, 2010 and became a member of Peoples MB Church. He will be forever cherished by his family, sisters: Margaret Stanley, Willie Bell (Billy) Harrison, and Brenda Tucker all of Crestview, FL; aunts: Margaret Marvin of Crestview, FL, and Ida Mae Saunders of South, FL; 5 nieces, 6 nephews, a special friend-Kenny Siler and a host of great nieces and nephews, cousins, friends and other relatives.
Bert Little
Mr. Burt Little aka "The Pilgrim" age 72 of Baker, Florida, passed away July 15, 2010 at his residence in Walton County, Florida. A private memorial service with family will be held upon decision of the Family. Memorialization was by cremation with McKinnie Funeral Home of Crestview in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Little will be remembered as a loving Father, Son, Brother, and Friend to all who knew him.
Eugene Herbert Sr.
Mr. Eugene Herbert Sr., age, 45, of Toledo, OH, passed away at the hospital on July 10, 2010. Services were held on July 17, 2010 at Rockhill Baptist Church with Reverend Tommie Lewis officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Interment followed at Rockhill Cemetery, Rockhill, FL. Gene was raised in Rockhill, FL and later moved to Ohio where he remained until his sudden death. He was gifted with mechanical abilities and loved working on cars, his rental houses and construction. Gene was preceeded in death by his granddaughter: Zoe Hart. He leaves to cherish his memories four children: Kasuntheia LaTedra Hart, Andre Herbert, Eugene "BJ" Herbert, Jr. and Kamyah Herbert all of Toledo, OH; a special adopted daughter: Shasondria "Shay" Wallace of Lockhart, AL; a loving mother: Sarah Jordan of Toledo, OH; four granddaughters: Oriana Varnes, Naytrean Parker, Lahmargrea :Angel" Parker. He was anxiously awaiting his first grandson in August; sisters: Annie J. Herbert of Indianapolis, IN, Cynthia Herbert of Laurel Hill, FL, Wanda (Kennedy) Woods of Andalusia, AL Jacueline Herbert of Atlanta, GA, Jacqueline McGee of Corinth, MS, Francine Peacock of Atlanta, GA; brother: Jasper Peacock of Atlanta, GA; aunts: Kathy Thomas and Minnie Lewis of Middletown, OH, Pearlie Mae Aaron and Martha Wilkes of Crestview, FL, Annie M. Herbert and Era Coleman of Wing, AL; uncles: Edward "Ted" Lewis of Middletown, OH, Walter Herbert, Jr. and Fred Herbert of Wing, AL, Johnny Lewis of Crestview, FL; special friends: Aandrea Graham, Terry Mays, Lamar Brigham, Arlutha Smiley, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, frienda and other relatives.
Erma Jean McAllister
Mrs. Erma Jean McAllister age 85, of Crestview, Florida, left the arms of her baby daughter, and entered the arms of her heavenly Father on July 5, 2010 while at her residence. Services were held July 9, 2010 at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Dwight D. Baggett officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Entombment followed at Liveoak Park Memorial Cemetery, Crestview, FL. Erma Confessed Christ at an early age and attended Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. church in Marion, AL, where she was an active member. She was a wonderful homemaker and loving mother. She was "Madear" not only to her children and grandchildren, but also to the neighborhood. She even manned a practically free candy store from her kitchen window. Giving herself to others was the true joy in her life, whether it be in word or deed. While she was meek and humble when standing, she was a mighty warrior on her knees. She was preceeded in passing by her husband: Joseph E. McAllister; sisters: Ella O'Neal Scott, Clarine Gray, and Daisy Smith; brothers: Herbert Washington, Charles Washington, Booker T. Washington, and James Washington; grandson: Demetrius Dickinson. She leaves her loving memory to be cherished by her daughters: Mary (Leroy) Jones of Crestview, FL, Mattie Dickinson and Evelyn McAllister both of Mobile, AL; sons: Charles (Ladonna) McAllister of Oklahoma City, OK, Joseph (Willisatean) McAllister of Mobile, AL, and Phonette Davis of New Orleans, LA; 15 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and a host of neices and nephews.
Herman Coward
Mr. Herman Coward age 70, of Troy AL, passed away at North Okaloosa Medical Center Crestview, FL on July 4, 2010. Services were held July 10, 2010 in Troy, AL with Harrison Funeral Home in association with McKinnie Funeral Home Crestview directing. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery, Saco, AL. Herman was survived by his children, grandchildren and a host of neices, nephews, cousins and other relatives.
Georgia Rene Vicks
Mrs. Georgia Rene Vicks age 72 of Marianna, Florida, passed away Friday June 25, 2010 in the Bay Medical Center in Panama City Florida. A memorial service was held 10 a.m. Saturday, July 3rd at the Mckinnie Funeral Home Chapel. Memorialization was by cremation with McKinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of the arrangements.
Georgia was born June 23, 1938 to the late Andrew Vicks and Corine Brown. She also was preceded in death by her husband Lonnie Hughes one daughter, Grazell Hughes, two sisters, Debra and Darlene Vicks and one brother. Georgia loved her family and loved people. She also enjoyed traveling and will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of the St. Phillips Missionary Baptist Church in Campbellton. She leaves to mourn her passing; Three Sons: Monty (Brandie) Townsend of Ozark, AL.; Calvin (Kim) Hughes of Dothan, AL. and Aldphous (Shante) Hughes of Rockledge, FL. Four sisters: Angeline Vicks of Chester, PA.; Anna Louis Tate, Margaret Tate Davis and Alice Ann Tate all of Detroit MI. Five brothers: Eric, Roderic, Kelvin Vicks all of Chester PA.; Frank Thomas Tate of Detroit Michigan, and Jimmy Lee Tate. A special Aunt: Chelcie (Shira) Mckinnie of Campbellton. A host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Baby Nico Ad'lee Bess
Baby Nico Ad'lee Bess was born prematurely on June 24, 2010, at North Okaloosa Medical Center. A private Graveside/Interment service for immediate family and close friends was held on July 1, 2010, at Springhill Cemetery. He is survived by his parents: Ms. Qasheedra Ad'lee and Mr. Tralon Bess both of Crestview; Grandparents; Great grand parents; and host of cousins, other relatives.
Edward Lee Davis Sr.
Mr. Edward Lee Davis Sr. age 64 of Campbellton, FL. Passed away Wednesday June 16, 2010 in Slocomb, Alabama.
Memorialization was by cremation with McKinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Davis was born in Sebring, FL on December 28, 1945 to the late Archie and Bernice Davis. He was employed with AAA Cooper for 30 years. He was preceded in death by one son, Edward Davis, II. He leaves to cherish his memories:
Two daughters-Eugenia (Albert) Carroll of Kinsey, AL. and Connie Davis of Seattle, WA. One son-Edward Davis, III of Campbellton, FL. A special friend-Debbie Bradley, Slocomb, AL. Three sisters-Madeline Hankerson, Erenistine Creuz and O’dell Taylor. Two brothers-Barnard Davis and Eugene Wesley. Six grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews and his special friends at AAA Cooper.
Alberta Upshaw Willingham
Mrs. Alberta U.Willingham age 68 of Ft. Myers. FL, Passed away Tuesday June 1st 2010 in Jacob City, Florida. Funeral services were held 3 p.m. Sunday June 6th at Faith Cornerstone Church Inc. in Malone, Florida, with Pastor Virginia M. Smith, Rev. Riley Henderson, and Elderess Vira M. Wynn officiating. Interment followed in St. Mary Cemetery in Jacob City with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Sister Alberta Willingham was born August 9th 1942 to the late Clinton & Lizzie Upshaw. She confessed Christ at Unity Christian Church in Ft. Myers, FL.
She leaves to cherish her memories: One Son Jerry Lee Upshaw Sr.; One Grandson Jerry Lee Upshaw Jr. both of Jacob City, Florida. Three brothers: Clinton Upshaw Sr. wife Minnie of Lima, OH; Clayton Upshaw wife Essie of Ft. Meyers, FL., and Joe L. Upshaw of Hurtsboro, AL. Two Sisters: Leola Alford and Diane Russell Husband Fredrick both of Lima, OH. One aunt: Dilsie Jones and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Robert Joseph Hendrix
Robert J.(Bobby) Hendrix, age 58 of Crestview, FL, passed away May 28, 2010 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. Services were held June 5, 2010 at Church of Christ with Brother Henry Herbert officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Interment followed at Beulah Cemetery, Milligan, FL. He confessed to Christ at an early age. Bobby served his country by enlisting in the United States Military. Later in life he worked at various automotive shops around Okaloosa and Walton counties and was well known for his paint and body work. He was an honest and true friend to wveryone he met. He always took the time to listen and give advice no matter what troubles he may have been going through himself. He loved God and would witness to others about God;s love he has for all of us. He loved spending time with his family and often used the phrase "That's That Baby", while playing with his grandchildren. The family and friends of the late Brother Bobby will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents: Dea. Wilmer Hendrix, Sr and Sis. Mamie Ruth Hendriz; sister: Rosaline Cunningham. He leaves to cherish his memories: wife: Silvia Nell Hendrix of Crestview, FL; daughters: Latacha Hendrix of Tallahassee, FL; Consuelo Jackson and Yolanda Robinson both of Atlanta, GA; Shanta L. Person of Crestview, FL; sons: Michael DeAngelo (Cindy) Hendrix of Abilene, TX; Robert J. (Ulanda) Hendrix, Jr., and Joseph (Dezaray) Hendrix both of Crestview, FL; sisters: Patricia (Richard) Hollins of San Antonio, TX; Hazel (Elisha) Westbrook, Uverlene (Leroy) McRae, Mary (Elton Sr.) Winston, Audrey Hendrix, Annie Hendrix, Gaybriella Hendrix all of Crestview, FL, and Weida (Jessie) Curry of Bastrop, TX; brothers: Wilmer (Velma) Hendrix, Jr., Willie (Louise) Hendrix both of Ft. Walton, Beach, FL; aunts: Magnolia Hendrix of Cleveland, OH; Lula Bell Carter of Pensacola, FL, Janie Hutchinson and Virginia(Ishma) Patterson both of Crestview, FL; ten grandchildren; and an host of neices, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
Sam Anthony
Deacon Sam Anthony, age 104 of Ashford, Alabama passed away Thursday, May 27, 2010 at his resident. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday, June 4th at Spring Hill Baptist Church in Columbia, AL., with Rev. Charlie L. Lane officiating, interment followed in the church cemetery with McKinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Deacon Anthony was born May 3, 1906 in Shorterville, Alabama to the late Jannie and Elijah Anthony and raised by his maternal grandmother the late Lizzie Mosley. He was truly blessed to live 104 years. He was united in marriage to Mary Lee Allen on March 19, 1933. From their loving union they were blessed with eight children. Sam and Mary shared their love and faith for each other and God for 69 years until Mary’s passing in 2002. Two sons, Travis and Joseph Anthony also preceded him in death. Deacon Anthony was a god-fearing servant. A man of integrity and strength, a hard worker and provider for his family. He was a devoted member and eldest deacon at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Columbia, AL. His favorite song was “Where Can I Go But to the Lord.” His favorite place was outside in Jehovah God’s Beautiful Creation “NATURE” whether he was working or leisure, OUTSIDE was a joy to him. He leaves to cherish and rejoice in his loving memory four daughters: Louise (John H.) Thomas of Topeka, KS, Lois (Willie C.) Teague of Ashford, AL, Alice Ware and Mae Ella Barber both of Ozark, AL; two sons: Otis (Crystal) Anthony of Rome, NY and James Anthony of Utica, NY; three sisters: Lottie Jones of Toledo, Ohio, Virginia Williams of Elyria, Ohio, Mary Brown of Tampa, FL; one brother: James Anthony of Tampa, FL. He leaves a “Legacy of Love”—Three generations of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren. A special grandson: Harold J. Thomas, who was also his caregiver. A host of loving nieces, nephews, relative, and many, many friends.
Ralph Thompson Sr.
Mr. Ralph Thompson Sr. age 77 of Jacksonville, FL. and formerly of Campbellton, Passed away Tuesday May 25th 2010 at his resident, Memorialization was by cremation with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of arrangements.
Wendell Bruce Latham
Wendell B. Latham age 57 of Crestview, Florida passed away May 24, 2010 at Joyce Goldenberg Hospice of Pensacola. Graveside services/Interment were held May 25, 2010 at Dorcas Cemetery with Reverend Larry Dawson officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Mr. Latham leaves to cherish his memories: daughter: Angela Peacock of Hartford, AL; brothers: David and Robert Latham both of Crestview, FL; grandchildren: William and Lanie Peacock of Hartsford, AL niece: Mandy Latham of Crestview and other relatives and friends.
Gladys Smith
Mrs. Gladys Smith age 84 of Malone, FL passed away Thursday May 6th 2010, at Jackson Hospital in Marianna. Funeral services were held 1 pm Tuesday May 11th at the McChapel AME Church in Marianna with Rev. Mary Myrick officiating, burial followed in the church cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Gladys Smith was born July 25, 1925, in Jackson County, Florida to the late Ben and Sweet Home Smith. She was the youngest of four brothers and six sisters which all preceded her in death. She also was preceded in death by four children.
She accepted Christ at an early age and joined McChapel AME Church in Marianna, Florida, where she became a child of God. Gladys leaves to cherish her memories nine children: George B. Smith wife Anna Ruth of Lakeland, FL; Essie V. Smith of Mulberry, FL; Raymond C. Smith wife Mary of Malone, FL; Elvie L. Davis husband Charles of Malone, FL; Arthur L. Smith wife Lisa of Bascom, FL; Bessie L. Ivory of Malone, FL; Nellie M. Martinez husband (George) of Lynn, Haven, FL; Phillip C. Smith wife Ethel of Gordon, AL & Carol A. Britt husband Reginald of Campbellton, FL. Approximately forty grandchildren; Sixty great-grandchildren, and some great-great grandchildren; God-children, Derrick Keys of Malone, Florida; Gloria Dickens of Malone, Florida; Patricia McGriff of Malone, Florida; Juanita Smith of Donaldsonville, Ga. & a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends.
Murdell Thomas White
Murdell "Mert" White age 72 of Crestview, Florida passed away April 18, 2010 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. Services were held April 24, 2010 at Evelenar Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Benjamin Randolph officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Interment followed at Springhill Cemetery Crestview. She was preceded in death by her parents; sons: Jerry and Duane Thomas; sister: Mildred Thomas. Sister White confessed he belief in Christ at an early age. She was a member of Evelenar MBC where she served on the Usher Board, Pastor Aide Ministry and sung in the Senior Choir. Murdell was a faithful and active member until her health failed. Murdell was a certified CNA for Okaloosa Memorial Hospital and Silver Crest Manor. She also served as hostess for the Carver Hill Memorial and Historical Society Museum. She leaves to cherish her memories: children: Clarette (Peter) Dixon of Lawrence, KS; Don Anthony Canady of Mansfield, OH; JoAnn Parker, Tammi Thomas, Marcia Thomas, Corey White all of Crestview, FL; Rosa Marie Protho and Bridgette Canady both of Gary Indiana; nephews: Charles (April) Thomas of Crestview, FL; Derek (Manilla) Thomas of Milton, FL; Eric Thomas, Craig Thomas both of Pensacola, FL; brothers: Charles H. Thomas of Philippines, Willie L. (Francis) Thomas of Pensacola, FL; Benjamin Jenkins of Crestview, FL; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; a host of neices nephews, cousins, and other relatives and dear friends.
Sherman Lee Robinson
Sister Sherman Lee Robinson age 72 of Campbellton, FL Passed away Friday April 16th 2010 at her resident. Memorialization was by cremation with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of arrangements.
Sherman Lee (Little-bit) Robinson born February 4, 1938 to the late Alfred and Magnolia Curl Johnson in Campbellton, Florida. She relocated to New Jersey early in her adult life and resided there for a number years.
She was preceded in death by her son; Calvin Mckinnie.
She leaves to cherish his memories: Her Husband; Wesley A. Greene of Campbellton. One Daughter; Lois Lewis of South Orange, New Jersey. One Grandson; Joseph Lewis of Newark, New Jersey. Three Sisters; Alneta (Titty) Pittman, Elneta (Charles) Wesley and Viola (Foy Lee) Pittman all of Campbellton, Florida. One brother; Alfred (Henrietta) Johnson Jr. of Maplewood, New Jersey. And host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Daniel Jerome Mitchell
Mr. Daniel Jerome Mitchell age 48 of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Tuesday March 30th 2010, in Flowers Hospital in Dothan. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday April 3rd at Mckinnie Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Hinson Cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
SW Melton
Mr. SW “Dub” Melton of Miami, FL and formerly of Gordon, Alabama, passed away Wednesday March 24, 2010. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday April 3rd at the Greater Antioch Baptist Church in Gordon, AL., with Rev. Eddie B. Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
SW Melton was born November 14, 1937 to the late Joseph and Mary Melton in Gordon, Al. With Christ as his guide, SW relocated to Miami, Florida, early in his adult life and resided there until his death. He was a long-time, faithful member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Brownsville where he served as an usher, deacon, trustee and a member of the male chorus.
He leaves to cherish his memories: Two daughters; Connie Melton of Dothan, Alabama & Eleanor Melton-Grant (Joseph) of Pembroke Pines, Florida. One son: Lovell Anthony Judson of Miami, Florida. Four sisters: Clay Ann Kelley of Wabasso, Florida, Evergreen Neal of Tampa, Florida, Ellen Graham (Roger) of Ashford, Alabama & Sarah Moore (Ben) of Fort Pierce, Florida. Two brothers: Joseph Melton (Lila) & Charles Willie Melton (Maggie) of Gordon, Alabama, and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Dorothy Jean Hodge
Ms. Dorothy J. Hodge age 78 of Crestview, FL passed away March 18, 2010 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. Funeral services were held March 24, 2010 at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Dwight D. Baggett officiating and with McKinnie Funeral Home Crestview, FL directing. Interment followed at Beulah Cemetery in Milligan, FL.
Renee Annette Cousins
Ms. Renee Annette Cousins age 51 of Dothan, AL passed away Tuesday March 9, 2010 in the Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. Memorialization was by cremation with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of arrangements.
Georgetta Elaine Trott Crews
Mrs. Georgetta Crews passed away ever so peacefully at her home in Crestview, on March 6, 2010 after a fighting a long battle with cancer. She was 48. She was born and raised in Dover, Delaware and joined New Hope Holiness Church in Hartly, Delaware at an early age. She was truly a woman of God, believing in the spirit of the Lord until the end. Georgetta was preceded in death by her father; daughter: Shameka; grandparents: Robert and Lola Trott; brother: Billy Warner. She is survived by her husband: Charles L. Crews of Crestview, Florida; sons: Adrian and Charles Trott of Dover, Delaware; daughters: Latosha and Cassandra Crews of Crestview, Florida; grandchildren: Makayla and Tyir of Dover, Delaware; Shanyia of Crestview, Florida; mother: French Elaine Nutter; stepfather: Randolph Nutter both of Dover, Delaware; siblings: Curtis and Eric Trott of Atlanta, Georgia; Randolph Nutter, Jr. of Virginia; Derek Nutter of Maryland; Mikkie Palmer of New Jersey; Marilyn Parnell of Delaware; Nancy Barnett; Vance Warner; and a host of aunts; uncles; other relatives and friends. Mrs. Crews was a ship out from McKinnie Funeral Home, Crestview. Bennie Smith FH of Dover, Delaware were entrusted with final arrangements.
Kortwright T. Greene SR.
Mr. kortwright T. Greene Sr. age 90, passed away quietly on March 4, 2010 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. He was a United States Army retiree. He is survived by his children. Mr. Greene was a ship out from McKinnie Funeral Home, Crestview. Greene Funeral Home of Alexandria, Virginia were entrusted with final arrangements. Mr. Green will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia with full military honors.
James (Hines) Wallace Moore Jr.
Mr. James W. Moore Jr., age 46, passed away March 3, 2010, at Sacred Heart Hospital, Pensacola, Florida. Services were held March 13, 2010 at MT. Zion Church of the Living God, with Minister Waylon Bess officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home of Crestview directing. Interment followed at Campton Cemetery in Campton FL. He was preceded in death by his mother: Bessie Ruth Frederick; sister: Kimberly Moore; brother: Ritchie Moore. Hines leaves to cherish her memories: sons: Daniel Fuller of Baker, Florida; Ryan Fields and Brandon Miller both of Miami, Florida; daughter: Danielle Moore of Dothan, Alabama; father: James Wallace Moore Sr.; brothers: Donald Woods; Douglas Frederick; Harold Moore; James Moore all of Crestview; sisters: Tracie Moore of Crestview; Petra Moore of Mobile, Alabama; LaShawn Williams; Gennie Williams both of Tampa, Florida; Rosa Maria (William) Protho of Gary, Indiana; aunts: Juanita Moore of Hopewell, Virginia; Lillie Malone of Prince George, Virginia; Laurie Moore of Crestview, Floria; uncles: Paul (Bettie) Moore of Laurel Hill, Florida; J.W. (Abby) Moore of Kansas; great aunt: Cora Strickland of Augusta, Georgia; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Maudie R. Gilbert
Maudie R. Gilbert age 74 of Malone, FL. Passed away Thursday February 25, 2010 in the Jackson Hospital in Marianna. Funeral services were held at 1 pm, Saturday March 6th at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Malone, with Rev. Richard Peterson Sr. officiating, internment followed in the church cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Maude R. Gilbert was born January 30, 1936. She was converted at an early age and joined New Corinth Baptist Church in Miami, FL. She was a retired dietary technician from North Shore Hospital of Miami, FL. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Lewis Charles Gilbert, July 26, 1976. She moved her membership to Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Malone where she resided for the last five years.
Maude leaves to cherish her precious memories three caring daughters Gloria Ferguson, Janice Tolbert-Pitts both of Miami, FL., Bernice Thomas and husband Elvin of VA., one son; Jimmie Randley and wife Andrea of Miami, FL. Her siblings Elizabeth Randley of Coral Springs, FL., and Jean Randley and wife Luvern of Summerland Key, FL., a host of Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, nieces and nephews, brother and sister in laws other relatives and friends.
Elizabeth Wrighrt Dagin
Mrs. Elizabeth Dagin age 59, of Crestview departed this life on February 25, 2010 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. She was born and raised in Beaufort County, South Carolina. At an early age, she accepted Christ as her personal savior, was baptized and became a member of the Second Gethsemane Baptist Church in Stuart Point. In 1989, she was united in marriage and moved to Crestview seeking better employment opportunities. While in Crestview she atteded Live Oak Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted wife, and even though she had no biological children of her own, she was the mother figure and nurturer to many in her family. She was preceded in death by parents: Rufus and Isabelle Wright; brothers: Samuel and Alfred Wright. Those left to celebrate her life and cherish her memory include her devoted husband: Albert Dagin of Crestview; sisters: Shirley Wright; Evelena Delaney; Louise (Ben) Delaney all of Seabrook, Sout Carolina; brothers: George Wright of Stuart Point, South Carolina; Paul (Eunice) Wright of Seabrook, South Carolina; and a host of aunts, uncles, in-laws, cousins, neices, nephews, other relatives and friends including a very devoted family friend , Faye Porter. Mrs. Dagin was a ship out from McKinnie Funeral Home, Crestview. Marshel's Wright-Donaldson Home for Funerals, Inc., of Beaufort, South Carolina were entrusted with final arrangements.
Marvin L. Brantley
Mr. Marvin L. Brantley age 84 of Cottondale passed away Thursday February 18, 2010 in the Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. Memorialization was by cremation with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of arrangements.
Bessie Ruth Frederick
Mrs. Bessie R. Frederick age 75, of Crestview passed away February 18, 2010 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. Services were held February 27, 2010 at Peoples's Missionary Baptist Church. Interment followed at Springhill Cemetery with McKinnie Funeral Home of Crestview directing. She was preceded in death by her mother: Earlena Staten; daughter: Kimberly Moore; son: Ritchie Moore; grandson: JaBais Wilks. Mrs. Frederick leaves to cherish her memories: sons: Donald Woods; Douglas Frederick; Harold Moore; James Moore all of Crestview; daughters: Tracie Moore of Crestview; Petra Moore of Mobile, Alabama; aunt: Cora Strickland of Augusta, Georgia; nephews: Alexander Petway of Fort Walton Beach, Florida; James Petway of Tennessee; niece: Dorothy Smith of Detroit, Michigan; twenty-five grandchildren; twenty-nine great grandchildren; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.
Mary M. Thomas
Minister Mary M. Thomas age 83, of Dothan and formerly of Graceville, FL passed away Sunday February 7, 2010 in Wesley Manor Nursing Home in Dothan, Al. Funeral services were held at1pm Saturday February 13, at Mckinnie Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. W.C. Franklin officiating, interment followed in St. Phillip Cemetery located on Singletary Road in Slocomb, Al (Antioch Community) with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Mary M. Thomas was born on March 21, 1926 to the late Georgia Parrish Thomas and J.B. Thomas. She was a member of Third United Holiness of Chipley, FL. She leaves to cherish her loving memories: Five Sisters; Mary Evelyn Carpenter, Jewel Knox both of Oklahoma, Betty Petty, Pearlie Jackson and Lillie White all of Dothan, AL. Four Brothers: Joe Hunter of Montgomery, AL; Hubert Thomas, Clifford Thomas, and James Thomas all of Dothan, AL. She also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Johnnie Mae Brown
Mrs. Johnnie Mae Brown, age 75, of Campbellton, Fl. passed away Friday, February 5, 2010 at her resident. Funeral services were held at1 pm, Friday February 12th at New Bethel CME Church in Campbellton where Rev. Freeman Walker Sr. is pastor, with Bishop K.C. Moore Sr. officiating interment followed in St. Paul Cemetery in Campbellton with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Johnnie Mae Rhynes Brown was born to the late Jessie Rhynes and Rose Ellis Rhynes
January 21, 1935 in Campbellton, FL., She attended school in Pompano Beach, FL., she later moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL where she attended Cosmetologist College and opened up her own beauty salon and cement trucking company. She joined church at an early age became a missionary and traveled throughout the country ministering and teaching God’s word. She inspired those she came in contact. She was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Nelson Brown Jr. and was preceded in death by two daughters and one son. Cellie Frances Jackson, Earnestine Jackson and Nathaniel Jackson.
She leaves to cherish her memories a loving and devoted daughter; Nester Latonya Watford and husband Earl. Five Sons: Royal Mack Summerville, Leo Bobby Jackson, Scottie Andrae Jackson, Izel Lorenzo Jackson and Carl Leonard Brown. One sister Wilma Nell Walton. A special God-daughter Frances King., Twenty Grandchildren,
Twenty-Eight Great- Grandchildren and a host of Great-Great- Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Willie Mae Bowden
Mrs. Willie Mae Bowden age 97, longtime resident of Graceville passed away Saturday January 16, 2010 in Signature Healthcare of North Florida in Graceville, Fl. Funeral services were held at 11 am Saturday January 23, 2010 at St. John A.M.E. Church in Stateline, FL with Rev. Bernard E. Hudson officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
Mrs. Bowden was born on December 13, 1912 in Houston County Alabama to the late Ella Mae Kirkland and the late Jessie Cole. After taking care of her bedridden mother for many years she worked in the restaurant business as a cook in Cross City, Florida. At her passing she was the oldest lifetime member of St. John AME Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Bowden, daughter, Louella Teague, Step-father Albert Thomas and grandson, Donnell Teague.
Survivors include two grandchildren, Faye (Alvin) Crummell, Port Orange, Florida and Charles (Linda) Teague, Cross City, Florida; thirteen great-grandchildren; eleven great-great grandchildren. And a host nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
John Aaron Griffin
Mr. John Aaron Griffin age Sr., 69, of Bascom, FL. Passed away Tuesday January 12, 2010 in the Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. Funeral services were held 11 am Saturday January 16th at Snowhill AME Church in Malone with Reverends Delanor Myrick, James Gibbs, Frances Menchion, Lawrence Coker, and Presiding Elder Henry R. Griffin Jr., officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.
John A. Griffin was born December 2, 1940 to the Henry R. and Ollie L. Griffin. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. John was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He served his church and community in many capacities, steward, trustee, choir, Sunday school teacher and a great community leader. He touched many lives, and was God’s amazing grace to those who knew and loved him.
He leaves to cherish memories his wife of 42 years Eva Randolph Griffin. His children: Denease Rhymes husband Eddie of Marianna, FL., Colette Brockington husband John of Ft. Lee, VA, Miranda Brantley husband Kenneth, John A. Griffin Jr., wife Donecia all of Pensacola, FL., 5 Grandchildren, Christopher, Joneica, John III, Ashley and Jasmine. Brothers: Rev. W.W. Griffin wife Emma of Marianna, FL., Presiding Elder H. R. Griffin wife Alberta of Tallahassee, FL.,Walter D. Griffin, of Malone, FL., Sisters: Eva Mitchell and Bessie Hunter of Philadelphia, PA., Hilda Russ and Carolyn Daniels and husband Rev. Will all of Malone, FL. One Aunt: Mary Glenn of Bascom, FL., Brothers-in-law, Howard Randolph of Havana, FL., Eugene Randolph wife Marie and Fredrick Randolph wife Pat all of Quincy, FL., Sisters-in-law, Lillie Griffin of Tampa, FL., Rev. Ellen Randolph Green and Lola Wallace husband Bill all of Quincy, FL., Rev. Effie Randolph Boone husband Bruce and Diane Randolph all Havana, FL., and a host nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends.
Mary Louise Cartwright
Mrs. Mary Louise Cartwright age 73 of Graceville, Fl. passed away Tuesday January 5, 2010 at her home. Memorialization was by cremation with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Cartwright was born on September 12, 1936 Columbus, Ohio to the late Ruth Mckinnie and Edward Clayton Foor. She worked in the health care industry and spent a number of years as a respiratory therapist. She was preceded in death by her husband Johnny Cartwright & daughter Christina Louise Seaman.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories:Three Sons; Lloyd Seaman & Wayne (Jerri) Seaman all of Graceville, FL., Chris Seaman of MO. One Daughter; Jan Marie Taylor of Opelika, AL. Eight Grand Children & Thirteen Great grand Children.
WILLIE ARON DIAMOND
Willie Aron Diamond of Crestview, FL passed away Tuesday December 29, 2009. Funeral services were held January 2, 2010 at Evelenar Baptist Church located at 2820 Carver Avenue Crestview. Interment followed at Springhill Cemetery. McKinnie Funeral Home Directing. Mr. Diamond is survived by his children; friend: Aaron Harrison and a host of other relatives and friends.
RITCHIE DERWIN FREDERICK
Ritchie D. Frederick departed this life on Sunday December 13, 2009. Services were held at McKinnie Funeral Home Chapel, with McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Ritchie Fredericks was cremated. Mr. Fredericks leaves to cherish his memories mother: Bessie Ruth Frederick of Crestview; sons: Yohundra (Crystal) Frederick; Deundra (Vickie) Frederick both of Crestview; sisters: Tracie and Petra Moore both of Crestview; brothers: Donald Wood; Douglas (Ruthie) Frederick; Harold Moore; James Moore all of Crestview; ten grandchildren; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
RONALD LEE McDONALD
Ronald L. McDonald of Crestview passed away Thursday November 12, 2009. Services were held at McKinnie Funeral Home Chapel, with McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Ronald McDonald was cremated. Mr. McDonald is survived by his son: Nathan Torres of New Mexico; sister: Brinda (Russel) Payne of Crestview and a host of neices, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
JEFFREY LAMAR BROWN, SR.
Jeffrey L. Brown Sr., passed away on November 1, 2009 at the age of 35. Funeral services were held November 7, 2009 at New Beginnings Church with Pastor George Thomas officiating and McKinnie Funeral Home directing. Jeffrey graduated from Crestviw High School in 1992. From there he went on to become a hard working mand and devoted father. Jeffrey loved animals as well as riding and training horses. Mr. Brown is survived by a devoted mother: Willie Bell Harrison; father: Jasper Brown, Sr., stepfather: Billy J. Harrison; son: Jeffrey Brown Jr.,; daughter: Arlaya Jackson; brothers: Chadreck (Lisa) Harrison; Kenneth Harrison; Tristan Harrison; Timothy Brown and Terrence Brown all of Crestview; sisters: Erica Harrison; Artica Brown; Cera Brown; Keturah Brown; stepbrother: Uri (Michelle) Harrison; stepsisters: Chinise Rice; Shirlanders (Brian) McGriff; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family and friends.
