Navarre Press

Ross Mayer age 22, passed away September 15, 2021 in Juneau, Alaska. Ross was born in Belleville, Illinois. He attended Woodlawn Beach Middle School and Navarre High School. He is survived by his mother Amber Sexton and Step Father Eric Sexton of Green Cove Springs, Florida , Father - Robert Mayer of Juneau Alaska , sisters- Cassandra Slusser of North Carolina and Keilani Sexton of Green Cove Springs, Florida. Memorials are suggested to Shriners Children's Hospitals.

Clifford "Cliff" Dean Crouch, 38, of Crawfordville, passed away after a short illness. He was a Police officer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for 5 years and he is currently employed with the Tallahassee Police Department for last 6 years. He was a proud Officer, serving with honor, pride and integrity. He was a member of Wakulla Springs Baptist Church. Cliff enjoyed Cajun Cooking where he owned and operated Coastal Cajun Cooking, he was a true talented Craftsman, having many different projects, loved hunting, fishing and the salt water. Survivors include his wife of 12 years Melissa Crouch, mother Debra Crouch, mother-in-law Joanna Sperry, 4 children, that he dearly loved Kiley Crouch, Garrett...

Byron Lloyd Heckman, born February 27, 1952 to Lloyd and Charlotte Heckman (parents) in Ozark, Alabama, passed away peacefully at Saint Mark's Hospital in Midvale, Utah on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at the age of 69. He had fought valiantly for many months to overcome the effects of an auto accident. His will, determination and love for life leave a lasting legacy for all who knew and loved him. Raised with six siblings on a farm near Saint James, Minnesota, he eventually followed his passion to serve our nation and go to sea. Byron served with distinction as a Quartermaster on the USCGC Mellon (Pacific), USCGC Mariposa (Great Lakes) and USCGC Sledge (Chesapeake Bay) before retiring from...

Ruth Del Rio Brumfield, of Navarre, Florida, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at the age of 88. Mrs. Brumfield was a native of Oak Grove, Louisiana, but had been a resident of Navarre since 1994. She loved birds and pets. She was very active in sports. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Frances (Simon) Del Rio and Wilson Del Rio; and her brothers, Sullivan, Jewel, J.D. Floyd and Wilson Del Rio, Jr. Mrs. Brumfield met her husband, Robert Ellis "Sonny" Brumfield, of 70 years, when she was 17 years old and married him soon after. Survivors include her husband, Robert Ellis "Sonny" Brumfield; her three children, Diwana Burrus, Frances Ivy, and Robert Charles Brumfield;...

Jeremy passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 1, 2021. He was a local fisherman who could be seen most days bike riding around the beach or fishing off the jettys on the causeway. He was born in Valparaiso Indiana and is survived by family in both Indiana and Idaho. He was a frequent attendee of Navarre BeachSide Church listening along with others from the Flounder pavilion on Navarre Beach. Jeremy dressed in camouflage because was a warrior for spreading the Word of God. He said, "When I die I want to die with a fishing pole in my hands; I'll be going to live in a mansion in the sky." Jeremy was a good man with a good heart. Pastor John Kerns and friends will be gathering for...

Retired SMSGT Brian Glyn Joseph Robinson Sr., 65, of Navarre, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday July 16, 2021. Brian served in the Air Force for 29 and half years then began his current career with The Department of Homeland Security. He was passionate about his family, his job and his Country. Visitation will be held 2:30pm - 5pm, Sunday, July 25, 2021, at Lewis Funeral Home, Navarre Chapel. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00am, Monday, July 26, 2021, at Barrancas National Cemetery. Please meet the family at Olive Baptist Church, Warrington Campus at 10:30am.

Shirley "Diane" Addison Guillotte, 74, of Gulf Breeze, Florida, transitioned back to spirit and went home to God on July 15, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents George Wood Jr. and Carmen Chesser Wood, and husband Danny Lee Guillotte. Diane is survived by her daughter Amy Michelle Lambert (husband Alan) and grandson Grant Rivard, as well as adopted son Christopher Ohmit Lawrence (wife Jeannine) and granddaughter Harper Lawrence. Born in Montgomery, Alabama on November 12, 1946, she graduated from Banks High School in Birmingham, Alabama and attended Auburn University. Diane was deep in her belief and worshipped in a variety of churches throughout her years spent living in...

Norborne Eugene Spottswood "Bobby" of Gulf Breeze was 87 when he died peacefully June 17, 2021, with his wife by his side. He was born March 14, 1934, in Carrabelle, Florida, to Norborne Edmund Spottswood and Mattie Lenora Bailey Spottswood, who preceded him in death. He was also known fondly as Spotts. Bobby was raised predominantly in Catholic schools as an athletic youth and altar boy in Mobile, Alabama. Upon graduation, Bobby joined the Air Force and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged after contracting tuberculosis, but those years provided a lifelong love of air and sea. He continued his passion by building model ships and planes with exquisite detail and...

John, known as Jack, Kemp was born on May 5, 1934 and grew up in Milford, Ohio. He attended Milford Main School for all his school career and later taught school in that building, retiring in the early 80s. Jack was active in local service organizations like the Boy Scouts, Civil Service board, Milford Amateur Radio Club, etc. He was a dedicated Christian active as a servant and leader in the congregations he attended all his life. He supported the establishment of The Mid-Western Children's Home in Plainville. Jack married Virginia Jo Kemp (Jo) on December 23, 1956. They had 4 children: Debbie, John, Andy, and Becky, who also grew up and went to school in Milford. Jack is also known by...

Robert William Langford of Navarre, Florida passed away on June 15, 2021. He was born February 9, 1943 to George William Langford and Inez Pittman Langford. He was a 1961 graduate of Marianna High School and a graduate of Chipola College. He received his BSIE from the University of Florida where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order and his MBA from Florida State University. Robert began his career in 1967 at Harris Corporation in Melbourne, Florida. In 1983 he joined AVEX Electronics (AVCO) as Vice President of Operations in Huntsville, AL. In 1990 he established Fortune Personnel Consultants of Huntsville, an executive recruiting firm in which he was very successful. ...

Lola Marie (Leis) Small, age 81, of Navarre, FL, died Monday, May 24 2021. Lola was born March 25, 1940, in rural Butler County, Kansas, to her parents, Max and Elizabeth (Degand) Leis. She met her husband, James, when he was stationed at Fort Riley, KS. They were married for 58 years prior to his death in December 2016. She was predeceased by her husband; daughter, Vicky Kathryn; two infant grandsons; her brothers, Anthony Leis, Marcus Leis, Cecil Leis and Robert Leis; and her sisters, Antionette Roeder, Henrietta Hilger and Elizabeth Gehlen. She is survived by daughters, Carol Ann Schuerch, of Vestal NY, Bonnie Wooldridge of Jensen Beach, FL; her son, James Jr. of Navarre, FL; two...

Catherine Marie (Sabat) Corallo, 61, passed away on May 4, 2021, surrounded by her children in Navarre, Florida. She was born on March 5, 1960, to Stanley and Irmgard (Rose) Sabat of Windsor Locks, Connecticut where she was raised. She married Marc Corallo in 1981, and they raised three sons, Ben, Chris, and Daniel, and a daughter Emily in Suffield, Connecticut. Catherine was a caring and conscientious nursing assistant at Windsor Hall in her younger years. She was considerate and empathized with those in need, either by volunteering at Enfield Loaves and Fishes, or giving a hug or lending an ear. She was a passionate traveler of the American West, Caribbean, Italy, Poland, and...

Karen Durfee went peacefully to be with her parents and friends and family who went before her on April 28. Karen was born on January 4, 1941 in Western Michigan. She spent most of her life there before moving to Navarre Beach following her retirement in 2000. Karen worked hard and tirelessly at everything she did whether it was at her workplace, at the lake (any one of them) or playing softball. For family and friends alike, she was a strong shoulder, a helping hand, a patient ear and a big heart. Karen's jokes and her laughter could, and often did, brighten the darkest times. She is survived by her sisters, Dorine, Susan and Penny, her brothers, Duane and Jerry, her children, Lois,...

Irene "Rita" Schlembach (née Hill) born July 16, 1961 in Bartow, FL peacefully passed away April 17, 2021 in Pensacola, FL, surrounded by family after a 15-month battle with cancer. Rita was a 1979 graduate of Carl Albert High School. Rita loved knitting, gardening, renovating her home, spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren. Rita began RV'ing with her husband in the recent years. Rita is survived by her immediate family, husband of 37 years, Steven Schlembach, three daughters, Brandi Schlembach (Matthew Ferry), Jessica Sorsby (Matthew Sorsby), Shelby Schlembach (Brett Thompson) along with her two grandsons (Ian, Benjamin) and two granddaughters (Kennedy, Ellaliese) and...

Elizabeth Belle Williams, age 28, passed away in her home on Monday March 22, 2021. Elizabeth loved to hang out with her family and friends and enjoyed music, dancing, painting, tie dying and being the center of attention. She adored her nieces and nephews as she smiled and made wonderful memories that will last forever. She was a loyal friend, beautiful daughter, beloved sister and a crazy auntie. She will be sorely missed. We pray that you are singing with the angels today Liz, We love you! We will carry you in our hearts always. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Community Life United Methodist Church at 5 -8 pm on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.

Myrna L. Webster went to be with her beloved husband James L. Webster. She passed away on March 5th, 2021 surrounded by family. Myrna was born on October 27th, 1940. In 1960, she married the love of her life, James L. Webster. Jim passed away in 2000, Myrna remained ever faithful to his memory. Her wedding ring ever-present on her finger since the day Jim placed it there. She moved to Navarre, Florida in 2000. She loved to paint, dance, and sing, and sit on the beach to watch the sunset. She worked at HBTS for 12 years where her beautiful smile and caring personality were contagious to all who met her. She is survived by her sons, Matthew, Jonathon, Andrew, and Thomas, her...

John Ronald Smith passed away on February 18, 2021, at the age of 87 in Gulf Breeze, Florida. His battle with serious health issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with determination and heart. Despite the pain, John came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. John was a hard worker with a keen mind. He worked as a purchasing manager and a safety manager in Chicago (working with his father-in-law), Pennsylvania, Ft. Lauderdale, Nashville, and Atlanta, finally retiring with Torrington Company. John grew up in the south side of Chicago and met the love of his life, Carol, at accordion lessons. It was love at first sight. Together they had two children: Dawn...

Mario "Chick" Alberghini, devoted husband of Julie (Percivalle) Alberghini, passed peacefully into eternal life at his home on January 7, 2021, just a few weeks short of his 89th birthday. Chick was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on January 24, 1932 to Yolanda (Taddia) and Mario Alberghini. He attended high school and college in Bridgeport and served proudly in the U.S. Navy. His 31-year career with Sikorsky Aircraft took him and Julie all over the world until his retirement in 1994 when they settled in Navarre, Florida. Chick filled his retirement years with plenty of golf with his Hidden Creek buddies, creating a bocce "league", traveling with Julie and friends, and serving in many...