Dennis Michael Vickery
Mr. Dennis Michael Vickery, age 74, of Jackson, Ala., passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023 at his home. He was born to Alexander Comer and Eva Mae Vickery. He enjoyed and had a natural talent for metal fabrication which he turned into a career in industrial construction. He was a simple man who enjoyed spending time with his family. For him, family was more than blood, family were those whom he loved and chose to keep close to his heart.
Mr. Vickery is survived by his children, Frankie Alexander Nicholson, Jason Christopher Nicholson, Michael Kevin Nicholson, Will Vickery, Terry Overstreet and Pat Overstreet; siblings, Annette Thomas and Gay Drew as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jana Vickery; siblings, Mary Rice, Jean Majors, Joe Vickery, Clarice Walls, Maurice Vickery, Jan Fincham and Earl Vickery.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023 at l p.m. at Peniel Baptist Church, Jackson, Ala., with Bro. Fred Odom, officiating.
Lathan Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. Jackson, Ala.
Patsy Ann Lowery Frazier
Mrs. Patsy Ann Lowery Frazier, age 79, passed Saturday, December 9, 2023 after a brave battle with lung disease. She was born in Jackson, Ala. She graduated from Escambia County High School She worked at Long Motor Company after high school and was Director of the Red Cross in Atmore in the early 80’s. In high school she drew fashion designs that rivaled professional drawings. She designed and sewed her daughter’s Barbie clothes that were envied by all. She enjoyed collecting antiques, including dolls, porcelain figurines and collectable glassware. She not only grew flowers, especially roses, she began painting beautiful still lives of flowers in her later years. She and her husband retired on a quaint fishing lake near Evergreen and most recently near Lake Guntersville to be near their daughter. Patsy did enjoy fishing, but enjoyed fish fries more, since she was a wonderful cook!
She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Ellis Lowery; her mother, Ruth Evelyn Sasser and step-father Max Farrell Sasser.
Mrs. Frazier is survived by her husband of fifty-nine years, Charles (Charlie) E. Frazier; sons, Charles Christopher Frazier and Darren S. Frazier (Kylie); daughter, Kim Newman (Mike); sister, Madelyn Costa (Dick) and brothers, Henry Lowery (Anne), Danny Lowery (Brenda); step-mother, Ellon Lowery; ; grandchildren, Chelsea Bodine (Scott), Emily Cranford (Chris), Lindsay Odom (Russell), Adam Newman (Sarah), Eowyn Frazier, Jareth Frazier, Jasmine Frazier and Dominick Alvare; great-grandchildren, Sadie Bodine, Maci Bodine, Lilah Cranford, Everlee Crandford, Lincoln Odom, Elle Odom, Harrison Odom and Ava Newman.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Atmore. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery, Atmore.
The family will receive friends Saturday December 16, 2023 at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Atmore.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. in charge of all arrangements. Atmore, Ala.
Stephen John “Johnny” Gibbs
Mr. Stephen John “Johnny” Gibbs, age 82, of Atmore, Ala. passed away December 12, 2023 in Atmore. He was born to the late Buford A. and Evelyn Moring Gibbs in Atmore. He was a 1960 graduate of Escambia County High School Class of 1960. One of the hardest working men, dubbed the nickname “John Henry,” helping with a project, or just honest advice. In his early days, he was the owner and operator of Gibbs Timber Company, Inc. Thereafter, everyone knew they could find him helping his wife, Julia, at Buster’s Restaurant. Hardworking, honest, inspirational, and strong, he was a steadfast friend and confidant to everyone who knew him. Whether it be at Buster’s giving out suckers, coaching his grandchildren’s little league games, “fooling with the horses,” or helping a stranger change their tire, you could always count on Johnny to be there with a smile on his face, helping hand, and joke in mind.
No matter the circumstances, he was someone to rely on and someone people looked forward to seeing and talking to. He served in the United States Army and the Army National Guard for many years, and was also a member of the Carney Masonic Lodge #549 in Atmore and Abba Shrine in Mobile, AL., a Master Mason and a member of The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (32nd°). While he was very involved in his community and passionate about his many different endeavors throughout his life, his greatest love was his family, friends, and community. For him, it was an honor to be a person so many turned to for comfort, and a joy to be such a beloved member of his community.
Whether it was “Dad” “Coach” “Friend” “Brother” “Sir” “Papa Johnny” or “Johnny,” he was always there with a listening ear, helping hand, and a smile.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother; his sisters, Marcia Chambers, Sherry Morris, and Brenda Wade.
Mr. Gibbs is survived by his wife of thirty-two years, Julia Gibbs of Atmore; son, Steven J. (Sandy) Gibbs of Spanish Fort, Ala.; two daughters, Stephanie (Ashley) Boothe of Fairhope, Ala. and Sarah Frances Thompson of Atmore; his sister, Girdielene (Shine) Snyder of Mexia, Ala.; grandchildren, Jacob Gibbs, Jared Gibbs, Thomas (Allison Harris) Boothe, Ann-Margaret Boothe, Buster Thompson, Julia-Katheryn Thompson and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Funeral services with military honors will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Debora Bishop and Rev. Arnold Hendrix officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be Barry Wells, Jacob Gibbs, Jared Gibbs, Thomas Boothe, and Buster Thompson.
The family will receive friends Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Atmore Boy Scouts Troop 26 or Shriners Children’s Hospital.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements
Myra Jean Dole Steadham
Mrs. Myra Jean Dole Steadham, 85, of Century, Fla. passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023. She grew up in Century where she worked at the county courthouse for forty-three years. She lived her life serving God and was choir director at Beulah Chapel for many years. She always had a very affectionate smile who also took time to see about family. She enjoyed her outdoor walks and traveling to the mountains. She enjoyed her flowers, scrap booking, reading and studying the bible.
She was preceded in death by her parents, J.B. and Eva Dole; three brothers, Dickie, Billy and Edwin Dole; daughter, Donna Green and her infant daughter.
Mrs. Steadham is survived by her husband, Charles Steadham of Atmore; sons, Eric (Sherry) Steadham of Jay, Fla,, Dale (Susie) Steadham of Century, Fla. and Eddie (Debbie) Steadham of Eufaula, Ala.; daughters, Sherry Diamond of Jay, , and Shelia (James) Stinson of Eufaula; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; six sisters-in-laws and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held Monday, December 18, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Church with Rev. Tim Floyd officiating. Burial will follow at Beulah Chapel Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Terry Kelley, Aaron Kelley, Jack Gavin, Kevin Bryan, Logan Bryan, and Greg Steadham.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC. in charge of all arrangements. Atmore, Ala.
John Douglas McMurphy
“Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it, Jesus, is my plea…” This was the heart cry of John Douglas McMurphy, age 79. He passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Ala. To walk with Jesus leads to a lifestyle of service. He was born in Atmore, Ala. where he resided his entire life. He served his country in the Army National Guard, served as a deacon and he served his family by providing for them and leading them. He served his friends by offering them time. Whether they were sitting around talking about classic cars, farming, enjoying good food and Alabama Football, or just taking an afternoon drive. He excelled in relationships. He invested in his family starting with his siblings and his children to his grandchildren. He loved well and was very well-loved.
John was preceded in death by his parents, William Joseph McMurphy, Jr., and Annie Lois Glass McMurphy and his brother, William Joseph “Bill” McMurphy, IV.
Mr. McMurphy is survived by his daughters, Heather (Brian) Deason of Tuscaloosa and Holly (Steven) Brewer, both of Tuscaloosa; his brother, William Joseph “Joe” (Toni) McMurphy, III of Atmore; his grandchildren, Hannah McMurphy, McKenzie Brewer and Anna Lois McMurphy; nephews and nieces.
The family will receive friends at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., with a graveside service following at 3 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, Ala. Pastor Randy Beard will preside over the service.
Active pallbearers will be Steven Brewer, Brian Deason, Chad McMurphy, Justin McMurphy, Turner McMurphy and Paul Thomas.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.
Joyce M. Lamar
Funeral services for Mrs. Joyce M. Lamar, age 79, of Atmore, Ala. (Freemanville Community) will be held Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Second Mt. Triumph Baptist Church – Atmore with Rev. Joe L. Hayes, Pastor officiating and Rev. Brian Johnson, eulogist. Interment will follow in Lucious Cemetery.
Turner Funeral Chapel in charge of all arrangements.
Juanita Tucker Perdue
Funeral services for Ms. Juanita Tucker Perdue, of Atmore, Ala., will be held Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. at First Pentecostal Holiness Church – Atmore with Apostle Charlie Etheridge, Pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
Turner Funeral Chapel in charge of all arrangements.
Willie Grace Jones
Funeral services for Ms. Willie Grace Jones, age 89, of Asheville, N.C., formerly of Atmore, Ala. (Freemanville Community) will be held Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Gillead Baptist Church with Rev. Gregory Sanders, Pastor officiating and Rev. Alfonzia Williams, eulogist. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Her body will lie in repose at her church from 12 noon until service time on Saturday. Public viewing will be held on Friday, December 22, 2023 from 2 – 5 p.m. at the funeral home.
Turner Funeral Chapel in charge of all arrangements.
Lillie Hetherington
Funeral services for Ms. Lillie Hetherington, age 88, of Atmore, Ala. (McCullough Community) are incomplete at this time but will be announced by Turner Funeral Chapel.