Wheeler Cook 1920-2013

Wheeler Cook, of Chumuckla, FL, passed away on May 15, 2013 at the age of 93. 

Wheeler was born on February 18, 1920 to Louis and Mattie Sewell Cook. Mr. Cook retired from the State of Florida Department of Transportation after 31 plus years. 

Wheeler was preceded in death by his parents; 4 brothers, Sam, Phillip, Wesley, John A.; and one sister, Mary Elliot.

Wheeler is survived by his wife of 54 years, Audrey Freeman Cook; his son, Joe (Denise) Cook; 6 daughters, Earleen Henderson, Voncile (Joe) Crews, Jean (Kenny) Watson, Ann (Jim) Davis, Murl (Ross) Faircloth, Bonnie (Richard) Bailey; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Sunday May 19, 2013 at Chumuckla Community Church (formerly Elizabeth Chapel) in Chumuckla, FL. The family will receive visitors from 2:00-3:00 p.m. with funeral services starting at 3:00 p.m. Burial service will be immediately after the service at Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery.

Trahan Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Boutwell, Mark Dooley, Mike Dooley, Joey Cook, Michael Bailey, and Andy Lee.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Jordan Shell, Brandon Chambliss, Joseph Wheeler Cook, Bailey Calhoun, Kenzie Calhoun, and Aaron Bailey.

In lieu of flowers the family requests for donations to be made to the National Breast CancerFoundation at nationalbreastcancer.org.

Services will be conducted by Donnie Sowell and Charlie Elliot.

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Published in Pensacola News Journal on May 18, 2013

RACHEL CAMPBELL - 1943 - 2013

Rachel Marlene Campbell, 70, of Panama City, Florida passed away peacefully on May 15, 2013 at her home. She was born March 9, 1943 in Pensacola, Florida to the late Fred and Leola Bodie Campbell. As a high school graduate, she moved to Lakeland, Florida to attend Southeastern Bible College. She began her career as a school teacher in Okeechobee, FL. After 38 years of teaching, she retired in 2003 while living in Panama City.

She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Louise McHenry, Howard Campbell, Doris Jackson, Melba Tanton, Fredda Hutchison, Rufus Campbell and Willard Campbell. 

She is survived by her children of her heart Melissa Mitchell-Murphy of Okeechobee, FL and Susan G. Albritton of Nahunta, GA; brothers, Curtis (Suzanne) Campbell of Debary, FL and Wendell Campbell of Blakely, GA along with many nieces, nephews and her faithful and devoted four-legged babies, Lil' Bit and Angel. She was lovingly cared for by her nieces, Sonja Mannion, Connie Branch, Cathy Peel and Sherri Paul, as well as her dear friend, Marcy Warrell.

Rachel had many special interests such as teaching, genealogy, photography, wood working and antiques. After years of research, in 1983, she published her book entitled Campbell and McCall Family History. (This book is a definitive resource for many families in Chumuckla)

A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013 at 11:00 AM CST at Elizabeth Chapel in Chumuckla, FL. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to St. Jude or to the HOPE program at Northridge Church in Pensacola, FL in memory of Rachel.

Those wishing to extend a word of condolence may do so at www.heritagefhllc.com.
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Notice from Pensacola News Journal

Douglas Wayne Kelley - Died 4.19.2013, age 53

Douglas Wayne Kelley, 53, of Chumuckla died Friday, April 19, 2013. Visitation: 5 p.m. Thursday at New Bethel Baptist Church until memorial services begin at 7 p.m. Trahan Family Funeral Home is directing.
Doug Kelley was ill for a long time.
A private family service for internment will be at Ard Field Church, Sunday, May 18.


  We offer our prayers and our sympathies for his family.

Doug's New Garden Tool

SEE PROPERTIES and links to more about them below...


Doug Davis got a new tool to help trim his Kumquat trees because it is too hard to do from a ladder.  

Actually, this helicopter is used by a tree service out of South Carolina that trims trees for power lines all over the country. They were just taking a break for lunch and waiting for the wind to slack off some before they went back at it. The Davis farm was a convenient place to wait.  The pole is very long and has 10 blades. The whole unit weighs 800 lbs, the blades being the heaviest part. It is jointed at the base of the copter so it can be laid out horizontally as the copter lands in a backward motion.

2018  PROPERTIES to LOOK AT in SR COUNTY ...  

see the links to learn more

3104 Pond Trace (on Mulat Bayou) 5 or 7 acres

(shows as three lots) (See Cotton Realty)

5243 Tinsley Rd. Parcels both sides of road. 

30 acres. approx. several lots selling as whole
(See Cotton Realty)

THESE TWO properties (above) are now with Cotton Realty
This links has some satellite and drone views at Cotton.
TONI PLATT is represented owner seller with Cotton Realty

..........................................................           

 9019 Chumuckla Hwy 

.... JCT197 FAMILY FARM FOR SALE
................................... text inquiries to Vic 850 994 6120

Jack E. Kimbrough 1929-2013

Colonel (Retired) Jack E. Kimbrough, age 84, was called to heaven on March 26, 2013. Jack led a life full of love, hard work and great integrity. He grew up in Chumuckla, Florida as the 7th of 8 children. ONLINE OBITUARY -

His successes began at an early age as he graduated valedictorian, was voted most likely to succeed and led his high school basketball team to the Florida state championship. He went on to play basketball for the University of Florida. Go Gators! While at the University of Florida he was selected into the Florida Blue Key, a leadership organization, and was president of his fraternity, Chi Phi, but most importantly he met the love of his life, Betty Faulds. Betty was on the faculty while Jack was working on his Master’s degree. They were married in 1953 and Jack began his service in the US Air Force as a commissioned officer. They lived in numerous places while raising five children including Japan, Hawaii, as an exchange officer with the Royal Air Force in England, and three assignments to San Antonio. 

Jack retired and started his second career with USAA insurance company. He had many good friends and experiences there and retired as Vice President of Computer Systems. He then was called out of retirement to become president of GrammTech Company. In addition, he was a Master Mason in the Randolph chapter. 

Even though Jack was successful in many areas, there was nothing that brought him greater joy and pride than his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Betty Kimbrough; his daughters: Laurie Miller, Sarie (David) Garrett, Janet (Dan) Slattery, Judy (Trent) Garmoe and son John (Kelly) Kimbrough. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Jennifer (Scott) Bailey, Blake (Jenni) Miller, Rebecca (James) Burnside, Lauren Slattery, Doug Slattery, Ryan Kimbrough, Grant Kimbrough, Cameron Garmoe, Garrett Garmoe and great-grandchildren: Audrey Bailey and James Miller and numerous other family and friends. 

The legacy of Jack’s kind spirit, love of family, humor and zest for life will live on through them. His six grandsons will serve as pallbearers. 

The family will receive friends from 9:00 A.M.-10:00 A.M. on Monday, April 1, 2013 at Porter Loring Mortuary North. 

SERVICE 
MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2013 
10:00 A.M. 
PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL 

Officiated by Rev. Milton Lewis and Rev. Gene Bixler. 

Graveside service with full military honors will take place at Fort Sam Houston Cemetery immediately following. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Northern Hills Methodist Church, 3703 N Loop 1604E, San Antonio, TX 78247. 

Edna Ruth Campbell Cotton 1921-2013

Edna R. C. Cotton, age 91, of Chumuckla, FL passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2013. 

Mrs. Cotton was born in Chumuckla, FL to the late Herbert and Julia (Scott) Campbell. She was a member of the Chumuckla Methodist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Ruthard Cotton; 3 brothers; and 3 sisters. 

"She circled her life around her family."

Mrs. Cotton is survived by her children, Jeffrey (Mable) Cotton, Rita Gillman, Janice (Ernest) Jernigan, Ronnie (Twyla) Cotton, Gail (Billy) Golden and Greg (Susan) Cotton; 20 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren with one on the way; 6 great-great children; a special sister in law and best friend, Ann Cotton.

Pallbearers will be: Paul Gillman, Jeff and Jeremy Cotton, Tristan Ellison, Jonathan Johnson, Chase Lastinger, Bailey Ellison and Jarrett Rudy. 

Honorary Pallbearers will be: All of her granddaughters, Ann Cotton, Winona Griswold, Anita Caraway, Niki Slay, Paula Sue Campbell, Ronnie Gyse, Katrina Finney, Chasity Reid, Vicki Whitfield and Donna Lee.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Chumuckla Community Church (Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church) with Rev. Frederick Barrow, officiating. Burial will follow in the Elizabeth Chapel Community Cemetery. 

Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at the Lewis Funeral Home Pace Chapel. 

Friends may send condolences and share fond memories with the family atwww.lewisfuneralhomes.net

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Published in Pensacola News Journal on March 6, 2013

Katherine Kimbrough James 1924-2013

Jan. 11, 1924- March 1, 2013
Katherine K. James, 89 of Port St. Joe, FL passed away on Friday, March 1, 2013.

She was born in Montgomery, AL to the late Lovick H. and Tommie Colley Kimbrough. She had resided in the Chumuckla Community for many years before moving to the Port St. Joe area. She was a member of Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church. She retired from NAS Pensacola Civil Service with over 20 years of service.

She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Thomas W. James; sister, Vesta Diamond; four brothers, Lloyd Kimbrough, Fred Kimbrough, John Kimbrough and Pete Kimbrough. 

Mrs. James is survived by her daughter, Joan (Ted ) Lovelace, Mexico Beach, FL; six grandchildren, Suzanne Hodges, Headland, AL, Beverly Cordell, Anchorage, AK, Steven James, Shea GaVette, Shannon Goldsmith all of Enterprise, AL, and Katherine James, Houston, TX; seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandson; sister, Betty Hendricks, Dothan, AL; and a brother, Jack (Dixie) Kimbrough, Ft. Worth, TX. 

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 4, 2013 at Chumuckla Community Church (Elizabeth Chapel United Methodist Church) with Rev. Tom Sharon, officiating. Burial followed in Elizabeth Chapel Community Cemetery.There will be a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at the Callaway United Methodist Church in Callaway, Florida (Panama City). Reception to follow in the church Fellowship Hall. Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel entrusted with arrangements.

Lewis Funeral Home, Inc.
6405 Hwy. 90 East
Milton, Fla. 32570
(850) 623-2243

Published in Panama City News Herald on March 5, 2013

William Vann (pre-notice)

From His son, John Vann :
UPDATE:  Graveside Service:

Saturday December 15, 2012 at Old Calvary Pentecostal cemetery AKA The Old Molino cemetery in Molino Florida.. Just off Hwy 182 or Molino Rd. at Veazey lane... Time: 2:00 pm.
http://www.trahanfamilyfuneralhome.com/
Ok. For people that are interested. Bill Vann is My Dad.  We know right now will be buried Saturday Dec.15 2012. We had a little setback yesterday, The Covenant Hospice sent his body to the wrong Funeral home. Yea, go figure... He had made all his own arrangements and paid in advance so, it would be easy. NOT!!! Had to chase down his body. But Trahan funeral home in Pensacola is handling everything. If you want to send flowers then send them there. They will deliver them to the graveside memorial.. That is all He wanted to make it easy on everyone.Only cost an extra $700.00 to get the wrong people to release body back to Trahan. But if you had rather make a donation to Covenant Hospice Please feel free to do so...He will be buried at the Old Calvary Pentecostal cemetery in Molino Florida. Also known as the Old Molino Cemetery... Will post any changes as I am aware.For driving directions contact me. Thank You for all the warm wishes and prayers at this trying time. JOHN.

My Barbers at John's II in Pace

 I dropped off a poinsietta and a used copy of my book to "D" at Johns II where I get my hair cut in Pace.  The shop is pretty close the JUNCTION of County Road 197 so I thought her military customers might enjoy skimming the book as they wait for cuts.  "D" is retired Navy. Her husband is too and helps run NJROTC at an Escambia County School. Ken Misenheimer has just entered the door at the front. He cuts my hair too and is good friends with Tom Carter and Neal Enfinger.

Redneck Parade vs White Trash

Doug the farmer in Chumuckla is hoping to keep white trash drunks off his folk's property as the Rednecks hold their parade. He put up some PRIVATE PROPERTY signs today and will press charges on anyone who trespasses.  His dad chased down a drunk who was spinning around in the rye field behind - destroying the crop last year.  This year Willard (Dad)  is in nursing care with a stroke, and Doug's mom is house-bound (doing better). Doug is disabled himself - so he put up the signs today. Doug says the parade is supposed to help the community people ... HA ! It probably does but at a price. And for all the veggies and help Willard and Doug give away to help less fortunate in the community from their own garden --- they will of course see nothing from the wonderful charity of the "Redneck Event". Not that they would be looking for help -- but it is just an observation from a disconnected party. ( Well sort of disconnected -- Doug and Willard always have okra, tomatoes, collards - you name it for ME when I drop by - and I DID give Doug some banana pudding from Salter's Market (Pam makes it ) a few days ago).

Overflow Parking for the Redneck Parade

Click this link to get a parking map for the parade.  the two page description has a map and some discussion about Chumuckla.  You can print it out and take it with you.

Ronald L. Mack, Sr.January 31, 1938-November 28, 2012

Ronald L. Mack, Sr. January 31, 1938- November 28, 2012 Ronald L. Mack, Sr., 74, of Milton, passed away on November 28, 2012. Ronald was born in Pensacola, but had lived in Milton since 1995. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Mack; father, Roy Mack; mother, Inez Warren; brothers, Jimmy, James, and Eddie; and sisters, Arsival, Vera, and Louis. He is survived by his sons, Edward Mack, Willie Mack (Susan), Ronald Mack, Jr. (Sandra), Henry Mack (Sheila), and Daniel Mack; brothers, Nathaniel Mack (Joann), David Mack, Robert Warren, and Roylene Harrelson; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 10:45 a.m. at Trahan Family Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be held in Ardfield Cemetery in Chumuckla. Trahan Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Express your condolences in our guestbook at pnj.com/obits . Published in Pensacola News Journal on November 30, 2012