May brings Memorial Day, a time to celebrate freedom and honor those who bravely served. Here in Pensacola, the holiday also marks a powerful moment of celebration for the local LGBTQ+ community. The city’s largest Memorial Day gathering takes place throughout the weekend on the East side of Pensacola Beach, where LGBTQ+ individuals and allies gather to celebrate love, joy and resilience.
This annual celebration has deep roots in Pensacola’s queer history; with the beachfront tradition tracing back to as early as the 1950s. It all started with Ray and Henry Hillyer, two LGBTQ+ Pensacola locals who wanted access to queer magazines and literature. This mission wasn’t as easy as going to a library or accessing it online, though. At that time, a man reading gay literature would have been heavily condemned, so the Hillyers opened a post office box under the name “Emma Jones,” and had a female friend retrieve the mail for them. The female pseudonym decreased suspicion, allowing the papers to be delivered without any interception from postal employees.
Eventually, the Hillyers began inviting other members of the local LGBTQ+ community over to their home to share and read the literature they received through their undercover post office box. These regular gatherings would become known
as the Emma Jones Society (EJS).
Founded in 1957, EJS grew steadily over the next few years, eventually going on to host public gatherings for the local LGBTQ+ community, including on Pensacola Beach.
Though these gatherings weren’t held only during Memorial Day weekend, they are attributed as starting the tradition of the annual LGBTQ+ Memorial Day celebration.
The EJS beach parties continued on for years, and even grew to be hosted throughout the city, most notably at Pensacola’s Hotel San Carlos. These events would often include dancing, socializing and drag performances.
Unfortunately, in 1974, the celebrations came to a halt when EJS and the queer community were met with local backlash. Since the parties had continuously grown and were receiving more media attention, locals were worried that Pensacola would gain a reputation of being a gay destination, which was heavily stigmatized and denounced by many in the community during this time.
After the shutdown of EJS, Pensacola’s LGBTQ+ community sat quiet for a few years. The Memorial Day tradition reignited with small gatherings in the 1980s, which progressively got larger again. By the 1990s, the weekend-long celebration was back in full swing on Pensacola Beach. The parties included all of the elements of original EJS parties—socializing, dancing and drag—as well as music from DJs and other live entertainment.
As the celebration gained popularity, more and more LGBTQ+ people from Pensacola and beyond began flocking to the beach. This significant influx of both locals and tourists spending money on Pensacola Beach provided a significant boost to local businesses.
In 1993, the LGBTQ+ gatherings were once again under attack, with prominent locals and politicians voicing their concern that Pensacola would become the “gay capital of the south. “
Thankfully, many business owners stood with the LGBTQ+ community, likely incentivized by the amount of profit that they made from queer customers. Several businesses and LGBTQ+ visitors themselves began to stamp their cash with a pink triangle or the words “gay money” as a way to symbolize their contributions to the local economy—an estimated $25 million in 1993 alone. This piece of history is how Pensacola’s popular STAMPED Film Festival received its name.
Since the 1990s, the queer community’s Memorial Day celebration has continued to draw tens of thousands of people to Pensacola Beach. The weekend continues to be one of the most lucrative weekends for Pensacola Beach, largely in part due to the spending of the LGBTQ+ community.
According to Visit Pensacola, in 2023, 88 percent of event attendees reported that the Memorial Day LGBTQ+ event was their main
reason for traveling to the Pensacola area. More than 33 percent of these visitors traveled from other counties, with a majority frequenting local bars and restaurants throughout their stay. With travel parties spending an average of around $600 per day—about $145 a person—the financial impact of this event has served as a significant boost to the local economy.
With more widespread acceptance and support for the LGBTQ+ community, this festive weekend celebration is here to stay. Today, queer people of all ages flock to the beach to gather in celebration of their love and individuality. These celebrations still take place on the East side of Pensacola Beach, primarily centered around Park East near Portofino Island Resort.
Today, Memorial Day weekend consists of daytime relaxation and socialization and, of course, plenty of nighttime fun. Daytime is focused on leisure and community. Beachgoers typically set up tents to provide themselves with the shade needed to endure the beach conditions all day long. Throughout the day, attendees can be seen lounging on the beach, playing games in the sand and splashing in the Gulf.
Long after the sun goes down, the real parties begin to kick off. The weekend’s nightlife centers around “circuit parties,” run by promoters who host rave-inspired all-night parties with DJs, pulsing music, flashing lights and plenty of dancing.
Johnny Chisholm, co-owner of the now-defunct gay nightclub, Emerald City, has served as the primary host of these local Memorial Day parties since the 1990s. Chisholm initially began hosting the parties because he himself enjoyed attending the annual celebration at the beach. Today, these popular parties attract national entertainers and thousands of lively attendees each year.
The parties are typically hosted under a large white tent at Park East. Many of the parties are alcohol-free for sober partygoers. The events typically start in the late night and run until the early hours of the morning. It is common for the party to still be rolling on while daytime attendees claim their spots in the sand!
From the silenced secrets of the EJS in the 20th century to the high-flying rainbow flags of today, Pensacola’s Memorial Day gatherings are a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of the local LGBTQ+ community. Whether you are an up-all-night party type or just want to connect with your community, there is a place for you at a Memorial Day weekend gathering.
This year’s Memorial Day Weekend celebration will run from May 22 to 26. For tickets and information on Chisholm’s upcoming parties and events, visit the website johnnychisholm.com and follow @memorialweekendpensacola on Facebook and Instagram. ■
Photo courtesy of Visit Pensacola
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MAYOR D.C. REEVES LAUNCHES “MAYOR’S CHILDCARE ACCESS PROGRAM” TO EXPAND SUPPORT FOR PENSACOLA FAMILIES
Mayor D.C. Reeves unveiled the Mayor’s Childcare Access Program today, a bold new initiative aimed at expanding high-quality, affordable childcare options for families across the City of Pensacola. The program is a strategic effort to better utilize city resources and to leverage the Community Redevelopment Agency’s portion of funding from the Escambia Children’s Trust, ensuring local children and working families have the support they need.
“Access to affordable, quality childcare is not just a family issue — it’s an economic issue,” said Mayor Reeves. “By aligning city resources and targeting available funding from the Escambia Children’s Trust, we will build the kind of infrastructure to allow Pensacola families to thrive and our economy to grow.”
This initiative also reflects Mayor Reeves’ leadership on the national stage as Chair of the Jobs, Education, and Workforce Committee with the U.S. Conference of Mayors, where he has championed innovative, communitydriven strategies to address the childcare crisis facing cities across the country.
The Mayor’s Childcare Access Program will prioritize:
• Supporting and expanding existing childcare centers in underserved areas, particularly within the CRA district.
• Providing direct grants and technical assistance to childcare providers to improve capacity, quality, and workforce development.
Partnering with local employers to incentivize on-site or subsidized childcare solutions.
• Connecting families with trusted childcare resources and streamlining access to available subsidies and scholarships. Expanding childcare access aligns with recent findings from the Florida Chamber of Commerce, which has identified childcare availability as a critical factor in workforce
participation and economic competitiveness statewide. Employers and communities across Florida are increasingly recognizing that access to childcare is a top priority for attracting and retaining talent.
To lead this effort and other related initiatives, the city has hired Theresa Cserep as its Education and Youth Programs Officer — a newly created role under Mayor Reeves’ administration. Cserep brings a decade of experience in educational policy, youth engagement, and nonprofit coordination, and will work closely with city departments, childcare providers, the Escambia Children’s Trust, and community stakeholders to implement the new program.
“Theresa’s passion and expertise make her the ideal person to help us build a more supportive environment for Pensacola’s youngest residents,” Reeves said. “This is about investing in our future — starting with the very first years of life.”
“It’s an honor to contribute to strategic education and youth development initiatives. These are areas essential to the future of our community,” says Cserep. “I look forward to working with schools, community partners and city leaders to ensure our children and young people are supported, empowered and not overlooked.”
As a key part of the initiative’s launch, the City of Pensacola will host a Childcare Summit Wednesday, May 28. The summit will bring together a diverse group of local and state experts, childcare providers, business leaders and community advocates. It will serve as a platform for collaboration, idea-sharing, and actionable planning to strengthen childcare access across the region.
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BAPTIST HEALTH CARE HONORS 2024 LEGENDS
Baptist Health Care honors its 2024 Legends on May 9 to kick off its 2025 National Health Care Week. Through careful selection, Legends of Baptist Health Care are chosen for demonstrating exemplary actions of the Baptist values of ownership, integrity, compassion, excellence and service.
The 2024 Legends of Baptist Health Care:
• Jay Hospital nurses Greg Perry and Shelly Smith came to the aid of a physician involved in a car accident on a stormy Christmas morning.
• Baptist Physician Enterprise population health care coordinator Lisa Davis paid a utility bill for one patient and helped another with nutrition and home care needs so they could focus on getting well.
• Baptist Hospital nurses Gabbi Ibarra and Carissa Foote rallied their teams to work together to grant a sacred request for a patient’s last wish. Their efforts eased his burden and gave him and his family peace.
• Andrews Institute physician assistant Tracy Fox Nelson took care of a student-
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athlete at a track meet and later went the extra length to make sure he could keep running.
• Gulf Breeze Hospital emergency department manager Karen Tilton became an advocate for a woman who lost her husband suddenly. She helped her heal from depression and grief and gain confidence and independence.
• Baptist Hospital nurse Jalynn DanielakRevels met a young girl with a rare genetic condition and made it her mission to help the child cope.
A 15-person selection committee reviewed each nomination submitted by employee leaders and fellow team members. Votes were cast for the most compelling examples of Baptist values. Winners were recognized in a special celebration on May 9. This marks the 26th year Baptist has recognized team members as Legends. This year’s Legend stories and a video showcasing each person can be found at the website ebaptisthealthcare.org/legends.
4 COMMISSIONER ASHLEE HOFBERGER TO HOST "COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS"
District 4 Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger invites the public to three "Community Conversations" meetings, which provide an opportunity for residents to visit with their commissioner and learn more about District 4 projects and initiatives.
Residents are encouraged to stop by with any comments or concerns they would like to discuss with their District 4 Commissioner in this informal setting, with no agenda or appointments needed.
Commissioner Hofberger will host two more Community Conversations this
BAPTIST MEDICAL GROUP— UROLOGY WELCOMES BECKY OPPER, PA-C
Baptist Medical Group is pleased to welcome certified physician assistant Becky Opper, PA-C, to its multispecialty provider network.
Opper specializes in urology and offers quality, comprehensive treatment options for a wide range of urologic conditions at Baptist Medical Group—Urology. Opper received her master's in medical science from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers, Florida, and her bachelor’s in health administration from Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida.
Opper has over 12 years of experience in urology, having worked in various settings and states including Florida, California, Washington and Utah. She is also a member of the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants.
As part of Baptist Medical Group—Urology, Opper welcomes new patients at her clinic, located at the Bear Family Foundation Health Center, 125 Baptist Way, Suite 4B, Pensacola. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, please visit baptistmedicalgroup.org or call 448.227.6350.
PENSACOLA STATE COLLEGE AND THE ANNA SOCIETY PRESENTS: JULIA MORRISROE, ICONS AND MONUMENTS
Julia Morrisroe is a professor in painting and drawing at the University of Florida, and her paintings, drawings and installations have been exhibited worldwide in over 19 solo exhibitions and 100 group exhibitions. Her artworks translate data, objects, experiences and sounds into abstraction while utilizing traditional and non-traditional materials to exploit the interplay between the handmade and technologies. Her exhibition, Icons and Monuments , examines the history and purpose of public
art and commemorative monuments and considers how their origins could be embedded in a painting and repurposed, reimagined or transformed into something new.
The artworks will be displayed in the Switzer Gallery from May 19 to August 07, and Morrisroe will be presenting an Artist Lecture in the Switzer Lecture Hall (Room 1590) on June 3 starting at 5:30 p.m. A reception will follow, and the event is free and open to the public.
SPIRIT AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW SEASONAL NONSTOP SERVICE FROM PENSACOLA TO HOUSTON
Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is excited to announce a new nonstop service option to Houston (IAH) from Spirit Airlines, launching just in time for summer travel. Spirit will operate the route twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting July 9 through August 12, 2025, making it easier for summer travelers seeking a quick and affordable getaway to Texas—or a coastal escape to Pensacola’s award-winning beaches.
Houston becomes the latest addition to Spirit’s growing network at PNS, which also includes service to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Orlando (MCO), and Tampa (TPA).
“Spirit Airlines continues to be a strong partner as we expand connectivity for our region,” said Matt Coughlin, Executive Director of Pensacola International Airport. “This new service to Houston adds more choice and convenience for our passengers—
whether they’re heading to Texas or coming to enjoy everything Pensacola has to offer.”
“Summer is a great time for travelers to explore new destinations, and our new seasonal service between Houston and Pensacola makes it even easier to experience all that Pensacola has to offer,” said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. “We look forward to helping more visitors soak up the sun and discover Pensacola’s beautiful beaches this summer.”
Houston has long been a key market for Pensacola, and Spirit’s entrance on this route supports growing demand while providing travelers with more competitive fare options.
To learn more or book your next trip, visit spirit.com.
For more information on flights and services at Pensacola International Airport, visit flypensacola.com.
AMERICA’S BEVERAGE COMPANIES INVEST $263K IN PENSACOLA’S RECYCLING PROGRAM TO REDUCE CONTAMINATION
American Beverage today announced a $263,250 investment, through its collaboration with The Recycling Partnership, to support Pensacola’s return to recycling with new on-truck AI camera technology to help reduce contamination.
The AI-enabled cameras will help the city identify and reduce contamination—an issue that previously led to the city pausing recycling services. The funding will also support a robust community engagement program to educate residents on recycling best practices.
summer at different locations throughout District 4:
• Tuesday, June 3: 5-6 p.m., Roger Scott Athletic Complex, 2130 Summit Blvd.
• Monday, July 7: 5-6 p.m., Ferry Pass Community Center, 8800 N. 9th Ave.
To contact the Office of District 4, call 850-595-4940 by phone or email the addressdistrict4@myescambia.com.
To stay updated on District 4 news and events, follow Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger – Escambia County District 4 on Facebook.
“We are proud to support the City of Pensacola in delivering better recycling services for residents,” said Elizabeth DeWitt, President and CEO of the Florida Beverage Association. “By leveraging new technology, we can help improve the quality of recyclables in Pensacola and get more of our valuable bottles and cans back – so they can be remade as intended.”
This investment, the second in the state following Jacksonville last year, is expected to collect an estimated 26 million pounds of new recyclables over the next decade. This includes more than 1 million pounds of polyethyl -
ene terephthalate (PET) plastic and 338,000 pounds of aluminum, materials essential for creating recyclable bottles and cans.
This project represents another step forward for Every Bottle Back—an initiative of The Coca-Cola Company, Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo—that launched in 2019 and has reached more than 14 million Americans through nearly $30 million in funding nationwide. In total, the investments across 54 communities are estimated to yield more than 711 million new pounds of recycled PET and 45 million more pounds of recycled aluminum over the next decade. About American Beverage’s Every Bottle Back initiative
The Every Bottle Back initiative is an integrated and comprehensive initiative by The Coca-Cola Company, Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo, alongside sustainability leaders Closed Loop Partners, The Recycling Partnership and World Wildlife Fund, designed to improve plastics circularity. These efforts support individual sustainability commitments undertaken by The Coca-Cola Company, Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo.
Learn more at everybottleback.org.
FIRST LOGGERHEAD TURTLE NEST RECORDED ON PERDIDO KEY
Escambia County Sea Turtle Patrol volunteers celebrated Mother’s Day with the first nest of the 2025 season on Perdido Key early Sunday morning. This nest is the earliest nest on record for Perdido Key and ties for the earliest nest on Pensacola Beach since county surveys began in 2019.
Heavy rains and Sargassum have made for tricky patrol conditions in recent days, but eagle-eyed patrollers spotted the loggerhead nest despite high surf and overnight rain. Loggerheads account for 90% of nests laid in Escambia County. May and June are the busiest nesting months in Escambia County, so more nests are expected in the coming weeks.
Three other species of sea turtle nest on Escambia County beaches May-October, including greens, leatherbacks and the rare Kemp’s Ridley. Once laid, the eggs will incubate for around 60 days, after which hatchlings emerge under the cover of darkness and make their way to the Gulf.
Sea turtles of all sizes face many threats. For nesting females, white lights on the beach may deter them from nesting or cause them to abandon a nesting attempt. Furniture, tents and toys left on the beach overnight create obstacles for nesting turtles and can injure or trap them on the beach.
Help protect nesting sea turtles and other coastal wildlife this summer by remembering:
• Lights Out! Female turtles prefer dark, quiet beaches for nesting and hatchlings need dark skies to find the Gulf. Leave the flash-
lights and cell phones at home or use a red flashlight when on the beach at night. Turn off beach-facing lights and close windows and curtains to keep our beaches dark.
• Leave No Trace! Remove all furniture and toys from the beach when you’re done for the day, including hammocks, tents, canopies, chairs, toys and sports equipment.
• Look Out Below! Boaters should be on the lookout for sea turtles and manatees resting at the surface or feeding in shallow waters. Use a lookout when operating at high speeds and slow down when approaching docks and marinas.
• If You Dig It, Fill It! Large holes are hazardous to both wildlife and people. Avoid digging large holes and fill in any holes, trenches or moats at the end of your visit. Follow the Escambia County Natural Resources Management Department on Facebook and Instagram at @ECNaturalResources for future updates and visit MyEscambia.com/seaturtles for more information about sea turtles and other coastal wildlife in Escambia County.
If you encounter a nesting turtle, turn off all lights and retreat a safe distance away. Dead or injured sea turtles should be reported to Escambia County Marine Resources at 850-281-5904 or the FWC Wildlife Alert line at 1-888-404-FWCC (3922). All sea turtle work performed by Escambia County was completed under Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Marine Turtle Permits #032a and #202.
ESCAMBIA COUNTY REMINDS RESIDENTS TO REVIEW ORDINANCES BEFORE INSTALLING NEW FENCES
Escambia County would like to remind residents to review applicable county ordinances before installing new fences on their property or making other significant property improvements, especially when the work may impact their neighbors or require confirmation of property boundaries.
Fence installation in Escambia County requires residents to obtain a Land Use Certificate, which is available on the Zoning/Land Use Verifications page of the county website. When in doubt, residents should contact Escambia County Development Services at 850-595-3475 or zoninginfo@myescambia.com with questions.
Fence installations are covered in County Ordinance Sec. 5-9.4, which includes the following key points:
• A Land Use Certificate for fence installa-
tion is required before beginning work.
• The owner/applicant must ensure fences are within their property boundaries and comply with all applicable laws and county ordinances.
• The issuance of a certificate does not grant the right to trespass onto adjoining properties for any reason, including installation, maintenance or repair.
• The owner/applicant is liable for any damage to adjacent properties. For a complete list of regulations for fence installations, please review the Escambia County Code of Ordinances. For additional information, please visit the Escambia County website or contact Escambia County Planning and Zoning by phone at 850-595-3475 or by email at zoninginfo@myescambia.com.
APPOINTEE SOUGHT FOR MASS TRANSIT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to be considered for the County Administrator's appointment to the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee.
Escambia residents interested in serving on the Escambia County Mass Transit Advisory Committee are asked to submit a resume by 5 p.m. Friday, May 23. Resumes should be emailed to boardapply@myescambia.com or mailed to: Jose Gochez, Program Manager Escambia County Board of County Commissioners 221 Palafox Place Pensacola, FL 32502
Please be aware that resumes submitted to a BCC agenda for consideration will become part of the official minutes and are subject to public records requests.
The board, in its regular meeting on Oct. 1, 2009, adopted a resolution establishing
the MTAC. The MTAC meets quarterly, typically on the second Wednesday of the month from 3-5 p.m.
The duties of the committee include the following:
1. Establishing a set of benchmarks to periodically evaluate the service and management of existing public mass transit systems operating in Escambia County;
2. Setting short-range and long-range goals for increasing ridership, expanding routes and instituting new mass transit services;
3. Assisting the Board of County of Commissioners, the county administrator and Escambia County Area Transit management in developing partnerships with industry groups and employers to foster economic development; and
4. Identifying opportunities for inter-governmental or regional transportation alliances with entities both within Escambia County and outside of Escambia County.
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RESTORE MYIP AMENDMENT 4 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD OPEN NOW
Escambia County has released its RESTORE Act Draft Multi-Year Implementation Plan Amendment 4 for a 45-day public comment period began Tuesday, May 13 and will run until Friday, June 27. Visit MyEscambia.com/MYIP to view MYIP Amendment 4. Public comments will be accepted the following ways:
• Emailing restore@myescambia.com
• By mail: Attention: Ryan Kirby, Natural Resources Management Department, 221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, FL 32502 MYIP Amendment 4 proposes alterations of three projects and the addition of five new projects. The three alteration projects include:
• Perdido Key Gulf of Mexico Public Access
• Perdido Key Beach Public Access Property Acquisition and Construction
• South Navy Boulevard Improvements The five new projects include:
• Bob White Lane and Ziglar Road Water Quality and Drainage Improvements
• Ellyson Industrial Park Stormwater Design and Construction
• Galvez Landing Design Update and Construction
• Marine Dive Garden
• Palmetto Phase 2 and Palomar Water Quality and Drainage Improvements
Background
In April 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil platform exploded, killing 11 workers and leading to the worst environmental disaster in U.S. history. As a result, the RESTORE Act was signed into law in 2012, directing 80% of administrative and civil penalties back to the impacted areas of the Gulf Coast through the Gulf Coast Restoration Trust Fund.
The U.S. Department of Treasury serves as the administrator of the RESTORE Act Direct Component, one of five funding
streams through the RESTORE Act. In Florida, RESTORE Direct Component projects are selected and implemented by the 23 Gulf Coast counties, contingent on compliance with the RESTORE Act and acceptance by the U.S. Department of Treasury.
To ensure projects are consistent with the RESTORE Act and obtain broad-based participation in the project selection process, Treasury requires submittal and acceptance of a Multi-Year Implementation Plan. The U.S. Department of Treasury approved Escambia County’s Initial MYIP on Oct. 20, 2017, which included 10 projects selected by the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners.
The first amendment to the MYIP was approved by the U.S. Department of Treasury on June 16, 2020, which included modification to three projects included in the Initial MYIP and the addition of eight new projects. The second amendment to the MYIP was approved by the U.S. Department of Treasury on Aug. 16, 2021, which proposed the addition of funds to one existing project and the addition of a new project. The third amendment to the MYIP was approved by the U.S. Department of Treasury on Feb. 16, 2024, which proposed the project alterations to two existing projects and the addition of eight new projects.
The RESTORE Act and the U.S. Department of Treasury require the county to complete a 45-day public comment period to obtain broad-based participation from the public prior to the submittal and approval of MYIP Amendment 4. Escambia County will take all public comments under advisement and reflect those comments in the public comment section of this document following the public comment period closure.
For questions or more information, please email restore@myescambia.com.
NORTHWEST FLORIDA REGIONAL RESILIENCE SEMINAR JUNE 12-13
Escambia County's Natural Resources Management Department invites residents to attend the Northwest Florida Regional Resiliency Seminar Thursday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. at the Sanders BeachCorinne Jones Resource Center, 913 S. "I" St. An optional field trip will take place Friday, June 13, from 9-11:30 a.m.
This event is open to anyone interested in learning more about resiliency in northwest Florida. Lunch is provided on June 12. The seminar and field trip are free to attend but registration is encouraged.
The seminar will feature presentations and panel discussions from state, regional and local agencies and organizations covering climate resiliency topics. Panelists will also discuss how funding agencies, local government and non-regulatory organizations facilitate resiliency in northwest Florida. This year’s agenda features additional opportunity for networking and interaction among attendees.
The University of West Florida Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business and the Combined Rotary Clubs of Pensacola named Martha D. Saunders and Kevin Green as the 2025 recipients of the annual Ethics in Business Award during the 23rd Combined Rotary Luncheon at the Pensacola Yacht Club.
The Ethics in Business Award recognizes individuals who exemplify the concept of “service above self” and work to build a positive sense of self-worth within both the business community and the broader community as a whole. Criteria for the award include adherence to the high ethical standards of honesty, integrity and consistency in dealing with employees, contractors and customers, while positively enhancing the economic well-being of the firm’s stakeholders and providing jobs, opportunities and profits.
Saunders, president of the University of West Florida, was awarded the winner of the large business sector, or organizations with 50 or more employees. Since taking the helm at UWF in 2017, Saunders has elevated the University to regional and national prominence. Under her leadership, UWF has reached new heights — from record enrollment numbers and top-tier rankings in U.S. News & World Report to the prestigious Community Engagement Classification honor from the Carnegie Foundation. UWF has also achieved the designation of a Research 2 university, a marker of its expanding impact and excellence. UWF has
Escambia County's Resiliency Program is a grant-funded effort housed within the Natural Resources Management department. Established in 2022, the Resiliency Program includes the Brownfields Program and project and grant management for environmental and resiliency projects in Escambia County. For more information, contact by email resiliency@myescambia.com.
been named “Great College to Work For,” for six years under Saunders’ leadership. Saunders holds more than 30 years of experience in higher education and is an academic expert in public relations and crisis communication, earning numerous awards, including two coveted Silver Anvils from the Public Relations Society of America.
“This award is a huge honor for which I am very grateful,” Saunders said. “It puts me in the company of some of the most outstanding leaders I have ever known. In our business, every decision we make is a chance to do the right thing. I'm proud to live in a community that values service and integrity.”
Green, winner of the small division, owns and operates The Butcher Shoppe, located on Langley Avenue in Pensacola. The business has been open for 18 years. Green has supported the Rotary Club’s signature fundraiser, Burger Battle by the Bay, for nearly a decade by donating hundreds of pounds of meat and thousands of dollars in gift certificates for the event over the years. The annual burger cooking competition is held in the spring to raise funds for Take Stock in Children and the Subwest Rotary Foundation.
“I am honored and humbled to receive this award,” Green said. “I’ve always looked up to things the Rotary stands for and try to operate my business with those same core values.” For more information about the UWF Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business, visit the website uwf.edu/lbjcob.
TOP SENIOR ATHLETES HONORED AT PENSACOLA SPORTS BANQUET
MAY 8
Since the early 1980s, Pensacola Sports has proudly celebrated the dedication, talent, and heart of our area’s top senior studentathletes through a scholarship recognition program. High schools across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties nominate outstanding seniors who have excelled in their respective sports, both on and off the field. Many of those recognized over the years have gone on to play college and professional sports.
A selection committee, made up of educators, community leaders and Pensacola Sports board members, carefully reviews each anonymous application, honoring those whose character, leadership and achievements truly stand out. From these sport-specific winners, Pensacola Sports is honored to recognize one exceptional young man and woman as overall scholarship recipients. In addition, this year Pensacola Sports has added girls flag football to the list of our included sports. Congratulations to all of our winners.
Overall Female: Bella Satterwhite
Gulf Breeze High School
Overall Male: Arman Truitt
West Florida High School
Each awarded with a $5,000 scholarship provided by the Appleyard Family
Dr. Alec Kessler Memorial Scholarship
Kessler Memorial awarded each student with a $1,000 scholarship.
• Lauren Lopez, Gulf Breeze High School
• Andrew Swan, Catholic High School
• Harmony Knowles, Jay High School
• Tyler Lewis, Navarre High School
Andrew Henry, Milton High School
• Madelynn Ladner, Escambia High School
UWF Scholarship
The University of West Florida awarded each student with a $1,500 scholarship.
• Elyse Carmichael, Washington High School
• Huston Rowe, Gulf Breeze High School
• Tucker Ricks, Pace High School
• Felipe Lawall, Washington High School
Team Super Star - Multi-Sport Scholarship
Team Super Star awarded these two individuals each with a $500 scholarship.
• Morgan Stancliff, Escambia High School
• Cole Specht, Pace High School
Individual Sports Winners
Pensacola State College awarded 25 individual sports winners with a one-year $900 renewable scholarship.
Baseball: Tucker Ricks
Pace High School
Girls Basketball: Autumn Boutwell
Central High School
Boys Basketball: Treymar Jones
Milton High School
Cheerleading: Emily Miller
Navarre High School
Boys Cross Country: Nicholas Hall
West Florida High School
Girls Cross Country: Elyse Carmichael
Washington High School
Football: Jeremiah Shelby
Catholic High School
Girls Flag Football: Amaya Pablo
Pace High School
Girls Golf: Gabrielle Hulstrand
Pensacola High School
Boys Golf: Harold Hudson Mitchell
Catholic High School
Girls Lacrosse: Julia Frosch
Catholic High School
Boys Lacrosse: Luke Turner
West Florida High School
Girls Soccer: Cianna Buffalino, Navarre High School
Boys Soccer: Felipe Lawall
Washington High School
Softball: Jacey Reed
Gulf Breeze High School
Girls Swimming: Jacquelyn Ruffini
Milton High School
Boys Swimming: Luka Currie
West Florida High School
Girls Tennis: Eleanor Goodwin
Gulf Breeze High School
Boys Tennis: Andrew Swan
Catholic High School
Girls Track: Chrissona Bargaineer
Pine Forest High School
Boys Track: Garren Lattig
Navarre High School
Volleyball: Hannah Bradley
Washington High School
Girls Weightlifting: Izzy Zach
Navarre High School
Boys Weightlifting: Bryson Brown
Milton High School
Wrestling: Maeson Otwell
Pace High School
Photos are courtesy of Pensacola Sports and will be available at www.pensacolasports. org/senior-scholar-athlete-awards-banquet/ and are available at the www.facebook.com/ share/p/12Fg2Fxa24J/
About Pensacola Sports
Pensacola Sports is one of the oldest sports associations/commissions in the United States, beginning in 1955. Today, Pensacola Sports manages or assists in numerous events a year throughout the Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa County areas, and is the lead sports tourism agency for Escambia County. Events include a high school all-star series, 5K-15K runs, half marathon, fishing tournament, soccer and softball tournaments, collegiate conference and national championships, and annual awards and scholarships banquets to name a few. Pensacola Sports is dedicated to building a better community through sports. Be Moved! Visit www.pensacolasports.org.
U.S. COAST GUARD STATION PENSACOLA FIRST RESPONDERS CONDUCT EXERCISE ON NAS PENSACOLA
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Mobile conducted a mass rescue operation exercise May 1 at Coast Guard Station Pensacola, simulating a large-scale maritime emergency.
The exercise, designed to enhance regional emergency response capabilities, involved the deployment of rescue mannequins to simulate multiple victims in the water. During the operation, U.S. Coast Guard service members and Escambia County Fire & Rescue and Escambia County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) worked side by side to test real-time coordination, communication and rescue procedures.
“There’s nothing more important to us than having those strong partnerships,” said Lt. Cmdr. Mike Francis, Coast Guard Sector Mobile response department head. “The ability to multiply our force on the water is critical, especially when you have 10 to 20 people in the water. We really do rely on the relationship that the command and Naval Air Station Pensacola build.”
The training scenario emphasized the importance of interagency collaboration in
responding to high-casualty maritime incidents. Participants included local, federal and military personnel, all focused on improving response speed, efficiency and teamwork under pressure.
“It’s very realistic – we don’t want to think about that happening, but there is the potential for that situation to occur,” Francis said. “Operationally getting out on the water and working together in real-time will prepare us to execute this operation.”
NAS Pensacola, known as the “Cradle of Naval Aviation”, serves as a strategic asset in regional emergency readiness. Along with numerous aviation and cyber warfare training activities, NAS Pensacola maintains an operational airfield and deepwater port, preserving U.S. Armed Forces operational platforms.
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Mobile supports a wide range of Coast Guard operations to include search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, marine environmental protection, aids to navigation, and ports, waterways, and coastal security from the Pearl River in Mississippi to the Jefferson County line in Florida.
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The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the return of the annual High Heel Classic Women’s Golf Scramble, scheduled for Monday, June 16, 2025, at Perdido Bay Golf Course. The High Heel Classic welcomes women of all golfing skill levels for a day of fun, networking, and friendly competition. Staggered tee times will begin at 9 a.m.
The tournament will be played in a best ball format, making it accessible to participants regardless of experience. Teams are encouraged to enjoy the spirit of the event, which places a strong emphasis on camaraderie and creativity. Awards will be presented for “Queens of the Green,” “Best Decorated Golf Cart,” “Best Dressed Divas,” and “Came in Last but Had a Blast.”
The registration fee is $125 per golfer or $500 per foursome. Each participant will receive two mulligans and two tee blasters,
beverages throughout the day, lunch, and a golf gift. Individual players are welcome and will be paired with a team.
In advance of the tournament, all registered players and sponsors will be invited to attend a Pairing Party, to be held at First Tee/ Goofy Golf located at 5924 W Navy Blvd. This informal gathering will feature food, fun, and an opportunity to meet fellow participants.
“The High Heel Classic is one of our most enjoyable annual events,” said Tammy Thurow, President/CEO of the Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce. “Whether you’re out to win or just there for the laughs, it’s a wonderful way to connect with ladies in our community with a little friendly competition."
For more information or to register, please visit www.perdidochamber.com's event calendar or contact the Chamber office at (850) 492-4660.
IHMC LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS DR. JOHNATHAN EDWARDS
Ketamine: From Anesthetic to Healer
May 22: Reception: 5:30 pm — Talk: 6 pm Dr. Johnathan Edwards is a practicing anesthesiologist and visiting physician at IHMC. With 20 years of experience, he has used ketamine extensively to treat mental health issues. Multiple studies have demonstrated the efficacy of ketamine to treat suicidal ideation, depression, and PTSD. Although controversial, psychedelics such as ketamine have been shown to save lives.
Ketamine was developed in the 1960s in the search for an anesthetic that did not cause post-operative delirium. In the 1990s, researchers found that in low doses it had a huge effect on eating-disorder patients. Later it was tried in treatment-resistant depression patients, then in the prevention of suicidal ideation. Seating is limited on a first come, first serve basis. To register, call 850-2024462 or visit ihmc.us/life/evening_lectures/ pensacola-lecture-series.
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Legals
Notice to Creditors
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF DONNA LOU WAARA, Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-193 Division
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of DONNA LOU WAARA, deceased, whose date of death was August 19, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for SANTA ROSA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, FL 32583. The names and addresses of the co-personal representatives and the co-personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The co-personal representatives have no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
John Jeremy Waara 5366 Cherub Circle Milton, Florida 32583
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE COURT
IN RE: ESTATE OF: PAMELA JAN STONE, Deceased.
Case No.: 2025 CP 556 Division: U NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of PAMELA JAN STONE,
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Jennifer Lee Bushnell Jennifer Lee Bushnell, Esquire
Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar Number: 617555 Jennifer Lee Bushnell, P.L.L.C. 1507 W. Garden Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 Telephone: (850) 466-2929
Fax: (1- 866) 466-9791
E-Mail: JLB@NWFLattorney.com
Secondary E-Mail: Paralegal@NWFLattorney.com
Personal Representative: /s/ BARBARA SANFORD MCMAHAN Barbara Sanford McMahan
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JULIUS J. PASUKINSKI, JR, Deceased.
Case No. 2025-CP-227
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of JULIUS J. PASUKINSKI, JR., deceased, Case No. 2025-CP-227, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 472, Milton, FL 32572. The Estate is Testate. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the Decedent and other people having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is May 14, 2025.
/s/ Marisa Andrews Marisa Andrews Florida Bar No. 1016466 Willing Street Law 5218 Willing Street Milton, FL 32570 (850) 623-3200 MLA@willingstreetlaw.com Attorney for Petitioner
སས TERESA K. PUGH Personal Representative 4326 Seventh Avenue Pace, Florida 32571
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF DORIS JEAN SKELTON, DECEASED.
CASE NO. 2025 CP 000135 DIVISION “D” NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of DORIS JEAN SKELTON, Deceased, Case No. 2025 CP 000135, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are as set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this Court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Thomas C. Staples THOMAS C. STAPLES Fla. Bar No. 169708
STAPLES LAW GROUP, P.A.
100 S. Alcaniz Street, First Floor, Suite A Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 432-4143
Personal Representative: /s/ Carole Defoe Creasy CAROLE DEFOE CREASY 533 North Park Street Hohenwald, Tennessee 38462 2WR5/14-5/21NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF VELMA LOUISE SEAY, DECEASED.
CASE NO. 2025 CP 000433 DIVISION “U”
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of VELMA LOUISE SEAY, Deceased, Case No. 2025 CP 000433, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are as set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this Court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is May 14, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Thomas C. Staples THOMAS C. STAPLES Fla. Bar No. 169708
STAPLES LAW GROUP, P.A.
100 S. Alcaniz Street, First Floor, Suite A Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 432-4143
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF Merlin Siefert Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-16 Division U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE:
You are hereby notified than an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of Merlin Siefert, deceased, File Number 2025-CP-16; by the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502; that the decedent’s date of death was June 1, 2024; that the total value of the estate is $11,250 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Gary Merlin Siefert 6048 Hialeah Street Pace, Florida 32571
Kenneth Roger Siefert 8236 Beulah Road Pensacola, Florida 32526
The date of first publication of this Notice is May 21, 2025.
Attorney for Person Giving Notice: Angela J. Jones
Person Giving Notice: Gary Merlin Siefert 2WR5/21-5/28NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF Betty Sue Siefert a/k/a Betty H. Siefert Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-17 Division U NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE:
You are hereby notified than an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of Betty Sue Siefert, a/k/a Betty H. Siefert, deceased, File Number 2025-CP-17; by the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502; that the decedent’s date of death was October 29, 2024; that the total value of the estate is $11,250 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are:
Gary Merlin Siefert 6048 Hialeah Street Pace, Florida 32571
Kenneth Roger Siefert 8236 Beulah Road Pensacola, Florida 32526
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT:
All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is May 21, 2025
Attorney for Person Giving Notice: Angela J. Jones Attorney for Petitioner E-Mail Address: ajjones@ljslawfirm.com
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF VIRGINIA LEUTHAUSER Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-000197
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Virginia Leuthauser, deceased, whose date of death was September 8, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
Personal Representative: Virginia Elliff 4979 Covenant Circle Pace, Florida 32571
Attorney for Personal Representative: Daniel Saba E-mail Addresses: dsaba@ljslawfirm.com, amanda@ljslawfirm.com
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF LAURA L. HITCHENS Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-245
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Laura L. Hitchens, deceased, whose date of death was May 22, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Sean J. Seely
Personal Representative: Thomas Hitchens 142 West State Street Millsboro, Delaware 19966 2WR5/14-5/21NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF HANDSEL BLANKS BUTTS Deceased.
File No. 2025 CP 161 Division Probate NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Handsel Blanks Butts, deceased, whose date of death was March 1, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 6865 Caroline Street, Milton, Florida 32570. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no
OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED
TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is May 14, 2025.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
PUBLIC NOTICES
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS
SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative:
Jason R. Mosley Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No.: 386650 6706 Plantation Rd, Suite C, Pensacola, FL 32504 Telephone: (850) 696-1196 jmosley@mosleyestatelaw.com
Personal Representative: Kayla Poole
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLES V. VARALLO Deceased.
File No.: 2025 CP 186 Division: D NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Charles V. Varallo, whose date of death was March
11, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 472, Milton, FL. 32572. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF
3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Jason R. Mosley Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No.: 386650 6706 Plantation Rd, Suite C, Pensacola, FL 32504 Telephone: (850) 696-1196 jmosley@mosleyestatelaw.com
Personal Representative: Charles V. Varallo, Jr. 2WR5/21-5/28NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF RONNIE GLENN HEMBY, Deceased.
File No.: 2025 CP 000709 Division: T NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of RONNIE GLENN HEMBY, deceased, whose date of death was January 3, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
All
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Lauren A. Merritt LAUREN A. MERRITT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF RONALD JOSEPH KRAKORA Deceased.
FILE NO: 2025 CP 000597
DIVISION: U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Ronald Joseph Krakora, deceased, whose date of death was February 12, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Government Street, Pensacola, FL 32502. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM NOT FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Personal Representative:
/s/ Karen Ann Schaubhut Karen Ann Schaubhut 5910 Cedar Ridge Trail, Cumming, GA 30028
Attorney for Personal Representative:
/s/ Matthew C. Hoffman Matthew C. Hoffman mhoffman@carverdarden.com Florida Bar Number: 0652164
Attorney for Petitioner CARVER DARDEN 151 West Main Street, Suite 200 PENSACOLA, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 266-2313 Fax: (850) 266-2301
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JOANNE WINN, Deceased.
File No.: 2025 CP 000512 Division: T NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of JOANNE WINN, deceased, whose date of death was February 24, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Lauren A. Merritt
LAUREN A. MERRITT
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.
Florida Bar Number: 1017893
105 S. De Villiers Street Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 741-2999
Fax: (850) 466-0956
E-Mail: lauren@laurenmerrittlaw.com
Personal Representative: /s/ Jimmy Milstead
JIMMY MILSTEAD 2809 E. Kingsfield Road Pensacola, FL 32534
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF JEANETTE ENFINGER HENDERSON Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-676
Division U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Jeanette Enfinger Henderson, deceased, whose date of death was November 27, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Personal Representative: Tenia Lynette Wall 1922 Coral Island Road Pensacola, Florida 32506
Attorney for Personal Representative: Jack Locklin, Jr. E-mail Addresses: jlocklin@ljslawfirm.com, tabitha@ljslawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 243167 Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones PA 4557 Chumuckla Hwy. Pace, Florida 32571 Telephone: (850) 995-1102
2WR5/21-5/28NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF EDITH JOAN LEE, Deceased.
File No.: 2025 CP 000621 Division: T
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of EDITH JOAN LEE, deceased, whose date of death was July 3, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 21, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Lauren A. Merritt LAUREN A. MERRITT
Lauren A. Merritt, P.A.
Florida Bar Number: 1017893
105 S. De Villiers Street
Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 741-2999
Fax: (850) 466-0956
E-Mail: lauren@laurenmerrittlaw.com
Personal Representative: /s/ Angie McConnico ANGIE MCCONNICO 1428 N. 61st Avenue
Pensacola, FL 32506
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF EDDIE PRIVIA
Deceased.
File No. 2025-CP-591
Division U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Eddie Privia, deceased, whose date of death was August 29, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
Personal Representative: Ann Wilson 2375 Oil Road Flomaton, AL 36441
Attorney for Personal Representative: Angela J. Jones
E-mail Addresses: ajjones@ljslawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 096441 Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones PA 4557 Chumuckla Hwy. Pace, Florida 32571
Telephone: 850-995-1102
2WR5/14-5/21NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF ADAM BATES COOK, Deceased.
File No. 2025 CP 519 Division: T
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Adam Bates Cook, deceased, whose date of death was January 23, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W. Government St., Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The Personal Representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Jason A. Waddell Florida Bar Number: 529362 Waddell Law Firm 4317 Spanish Trail Pensacola, FL 32504 Telephone: (850) 434-8500
Fax: (850) 434-0971
E-Mail: jaw@waddell.law
Secondary E-Mail: jawpara@waddell.law
Personal Representative: Erik H. Cook 250 Richland Dr. E. Mandeville, LA 70448 2WR5/14-5/21NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF NEBOJSA KNEZEVIC Deceased
File No. 2025 CP 000438 Division T
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of NEBOJSA KNEZEVIC, deceased, whose date of death was January 27, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola FL 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is May 14, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Mark A. Bednar, P.A. Florida Bar Number: 397733 11 East Zaragoza Street Pensacola, FL 32502 Telephone: (850) 435-1025 E-Mail: mab@markbednarlaw.com
Personal Representative: /s/ David Knezevic David Knezevic 5845 Willow Springs Road LaGrange, Georgia 60525 2WR5/14-5/21NTC
Notice of Action IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION
WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2019-RPL5 TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.
UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS OR SPOUSES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF ROSA MAE ABNEY a/k/a ROSA STALLWORTH f/k/a ROSA S. FELINGS, DECEASED; DONNA NEWBY; LARRY STALLWORTH; ANTHONY STALLWORTH; UNKNOWN TENANT #1; UNKNOWN TENANT #2; ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAME UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS Defendant(s).
CASE NO. 2023 CA 002088 DIVISION
NOTICE OF ACTION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES
By: Emily Hogg
In
County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 06991, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: LTS 20 & 21 BLK 102 EAST KING TRACT OR 4245 P 1463 OR 4795 P 1697 OR 8539 P 673 CA 65
SECTION 00, TOWNSHIP 0 S, RANGE 00 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 133762000 (0625-03)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of HENRY V EAST 1/6 INT and QUINTON EAST 1/6 INT and BOBBY EAST 1/6 INT and SHARNTIVA HOGANS 1/6 INT and SPANDRILLIA COATS 1/6 INT and EST OF CHARLES EAST 1/6 INT
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By:
Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 06835, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit:
S 1/2 OF LT 20 AND ALL OF LT 21 BELMONT NO BLK 80 BELMONT TRACT OR 8320 P 1072 CA 95
SECTION 00, TOWNSHIP 0 S, RANGE 00 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 131745500 (0625-05)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of ANTHONY GARRETT and KATIE GARRETT
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR
NOTICE
LEGALS
SECTION 00, TOWNSHIP 0 S, RANGE 00 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 131745000 (0625-06)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of ANTHONY R GARRETT and KATIE E GARRETT
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 06696, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: BEG AT SE COR OF SEC N ALG E LI OF SEC 715 05/100 FT FOR POB W 210 FT N 105 FT E 210 FT S 105 FT TO POB OR 3267 P 830
SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 6 N, RANGE 32 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 123410511 (0625-07)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of RONALD E BARROW
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 06175, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: BEG AT SW COR OF LT 4 N ALG W LI OF 2032 50/100 FT E 285 49/100 FT S 16 DEG 55 MIN 0 SEC W 489 06/100 FT FOR POB
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE
SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 2 N, RANGE 31 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 120304915 (0625-13) The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of LENA MAE WEADEN SHOEMO
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the
embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: LTS 19 AND N 1/2 LT 20 BLK 80 BELMONT TRACT OR 8339 P 1862 CA 95
LT 6 LYING E OF GULF BEACH HWY BLK 1 SIGUENZA COVE PB 5 P 12 OR 8127 P 4
SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 3 S, RANGE 32 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 104469025 (0625-24)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of KYLE KLOOR
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025. Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
Unless
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 05474, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: BEG AT A PT ON E AND W1/2 SEC LI 170 FT ELY FROM CENTER LI OF ALGER SULLIVAN RR WLY 115 FT TO A PT 55 FT ELY FROM CENTER LI OF RR SLY AND PARL TO RR 125 FT ELY 22 FT NELY 48 FT ELY 73 FT NLY 90 FT TO POB OR 1756 P 66
SECTION 05, TOWNSHIP 5 N, RANGE 30 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 111314500 (0625-21)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of EST OF CHARLES HOUSTON and EST OF LINDA HOUSTON
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025. Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 05109, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: LTS 39 40 BLK 22 TREASURE HILL PARK PLAT DB 102 P 286 OR 4896 P 1690 SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 3 S, RANGE 32 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 103370300 (0625-26)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of RONALD HALPIN
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance.
Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850-595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk 4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That TLGFY LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 04155, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit:
BEG AT NW COR OF SEC S 667 FT N 89 DEG
SECTION
TOWNSHIP 2 S, RANGE 31 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 092634200 (0625-36)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of FRANCES G GARDNER 50% INT and EST OF ISOBEL C FOTHERBY 50%
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That LOGAN TAYLOR holder of Tax Certificate No. 02320, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2018 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit:
LT 18 BLK A WESTERNMARK S/D PB 7 P 81 OR 5137 P 821
SECTION 09, TOWNSHIP 2 S, RANGE 30 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 052631023 (0625-80)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of CHRISTYL JONES SMITH
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That EREBUS HOLDINGS LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 07325, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2022 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: N 105 FT OF LT 12 AND W 35 FT OF LTS 13 14 15 AND OF N 13 1/2 FT OF LT 16 BLK 120 WEST KING TRACT OR 6308 P 1403/1405 CA 117 SECTION 00, TOWNSHIP 0 S, RANGE 00 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 151165000 (062585)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of BRENDA CROSS LIFE ESTATE and JOSHUA J CROSS 1/3
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk 4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That CHICKERING FARM INC holder of Tax Certificate No. 03024, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2020 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: N1/2 OF LTS 19 20 BLK 10 HIGHLAND PARK PLAT DB 69 P 616 SEC 31/17 T 2S R 30 OR 3970 P 607
SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 2 S, RANGE 30 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 061164000 (062583)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of MABLE ANN WILLIAMS LUPFER
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025. Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk 4WR4/30-5/21TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That BRANDON T ROH holder of Tax
No. 05124, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2020 has
same in my
and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit:
Unless
in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
19, TOWNSHIP 2 S, RANGE 31 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 094036000 (0625-86) The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of ALEX BRACKEN
at
auction at 9:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of June, which is the 4th day of June 2025.
Dated this 24th day of April 2025.
In accordance with the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, if you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding you are entitled to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Emily Hogg not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at Escambia County Government Complex, 221 Palafox Place Ste 110, Pensacola FL 32502. Telephone: 850595-3793.
PAM CHILDERS
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR4/30-5/21TD
Notice of Intention to Engage Business Under a Fictitious NM
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENGAGE IN BUSINESS UNDER A FICTITIOUS NAME
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kirkland, McGhee & Gann, P.A. whose Federal Identification Number is 81-1952685 and Florida registration number is P16000027974, desires to engage in business under the fictitious name of “KIRKLAND, MCGHEE, GANN & OBERHAUSEN, P.A.” at 1801 North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida 32503, and intends to register such name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes.
KIRKLAND, MCGHEE & GANN, P.A.
By: /s/ Brian H. Kirkland Print
1WR5/21FN
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENGAGE BUSINESS UNDER A FICTITIOUS NAME
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that North Palafox Plaza, Inc. (a Florida corporation, whose Federal Identification Number is 59-2540071 and Florida registration number is H53094) desires to engage in business under the fictitious name of ENSLEY
SHOPPING CENTER located at 120 E. Main Street, Suite A, County of Escambia, City of Pensacola, Florida 32502, and intends to register said name with the Division of State, pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes.
North Palafox Plaza, Inc.
By: Neal B. Nash Its: Vice President
1WR5/21FN
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENGAGE BUSINESS UNDER A FICTITIOUS NAME
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Escambia Trade Center Ltd. (a Florida limited partnership, whose Federal Identification Number is 593520449 and Florida registration number is A97000002943) desires to engage in business under the fictitious name of ESCAMBIA OFFICE PARK located at 120 E. Main Street, Suite A, County of Escambia, City of Pensacola, Florida 32502, and intends to register said name with the Division of State, pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes.
