Charles “Bill” William Cartee , age 60 of Sunny Hills went home to be with the Lord on March 10, 2010 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born February 5, 1950 in Asheville, NC to Charles Richard and Marie Stanton Cartee. He had lived in Sunny Hills for the past ten years coming from Andalusia, AL. He was Chaplin for the Sunny Hills Volunteer Fire Dept. and a pastor  in Georgia, Alabama and Colorado. He was also a member of Cypress Creek Community Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Ricky Gene Cartee.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years Betty Cartee of Sunny Hills; son Christopher “Chris” Charles Cartee of Sunny Hills; daughter Cheryl Bowers and husband Rickey of Tallapoosa, Ga.; sister Pat Parks of Ellijay, Ga.; grandson Benjamin William Bowers of Tallapoosa, Ga.;  mother-in-law Dorothy Austin of Bremen, Ga.; 3 nieces and 4 nephews; numerous foster children.

Local Funeral services will be held 7PM Friday March 12, 2010 at Cypress Creek Community Church with the Rev. James Vickery officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Out of town services will be held 3PM EST Saturday March 13, 2010 at the Calvary Baptist Church in Bremen, Ga. Burial will follow in the Bremen City Cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Fl in charge of arrangements.

Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Calvary Baptist Church.

Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to Emerald Coast Hospice 4374 Lafayette Street Marianna, Fl 32446.

 

 

 

Mrs. Arnice ‘Sue’ Kuykendall, age 90, of Bonifay, FL passed away March 6, 2010 at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Chipley, FL.  She was born September 7, 1919 in Altoona, Alabama to the late Clarence and Lois Saye Jones.  Mrs. Kuykendall is survived by one daughter, Billie Sherrouse and husband, Claude of Bonifay, FL; three grandchildren, Calvin Sherrouse and wife, Marsha of Bonifay, FL, Carla Parrish and husband, Everett of Polk City, FL, Caye Tilton and husband, Willie of San Matio, FL; eight great-grandchildren, Cal and Michele Sherrouse, Monica and Pat Pitts, Carl and Kayla Sherrouse, Craig and Angela Sherrouse, Blake Parrish, Breanne Parrish, Woody Ayers, Cody Ayers; six great-great-grandchildren, MaCayla, Caleb and Carson Sherrouse, Patrick Pitts, Kinsley Sherrouse, Cayson Sherrouse.  Graveside service was Monday, March 8, 2010 at Socrum Cemetery in Lakeland, FL.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL in charge of local arrangements.

 

 

 

Mrs. Edith Pamela ‘Pam’ Spearman, age 54, of Bonifay, Florida passed away March 5, 2010 at her home.  She was born February 15, 1956 in Baxley, Georgia.  Mrs. Spearman is preceded in death by her father, Willard Willoughby.  She is survived by her husband, George Michael ‘Mike’ Spearman of Bonifay, FL; mother, Mavis Rowe Willoughby of Townsend, GA; son, Joey Contreras of Kingsland, GA; daughter, Christine Barrett Willoughby of Townsend, GA; brother, William Willoughby of Townsend, GA; sister, Billie Smith of Eulonia, GA.  Memorial service was 10:00 AM Monday, March 8, 2010 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplin Gino Mayo officiating.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Oswald Macune (Chip) Weeks, Jr. age 94, of Chipley, died Friday, March 5, 2010, in the Northwest Florida Community Hospital. Mr. Weeks was born November 24, 1915 in Ft. Myers, Florida to the late Oswald M. and Marie Stella (Sulter) Weeks. He had retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a former Staff Sergeant in the  U.S. Army, and a veteran of WWII. He had been a resident of Chipley since 1945 coming here from Holmes County, Fla. He is preceded in death by a Brother; Clarence Edward Weeks and a Sister; Marie B. Wilson. Survivors include a niece; Marie Bruner of Tallahassee and a nephew; Burton W. Wilson of Graceville and several great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 9th at 2:00 P.M. at  Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel with Bishop John Gilbert officiating. Interment will follow in Wachob-Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Chapel. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

Carl Edward Jenkins, age 79, of Vernon, died Sunday, March 7, 2010 at home. Mr. Jenkins was born April 9, 1930 in Gulf County, Florida to James Jenkins and Mary (Galloway) Jenkins. He was a Motor Grader Operator for Washington County and a U.S Army Korean Veteran of the 7TH Calvery. He had been a lifelong resident of Washington County and a member Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, Bonifay Ward. Mr. Jenkins was preceded in death by his wife Myrtle Jenkins. He is survived by two daughters; Marsha Gillespie and husband Michael of Vernon, Florida, Carlene Evans and husband Joey of Vernon, Florida and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 10:00 A.M Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, Bonifay Ward with Bishop Joshua Bowen officiating. Interment will follow at Jenkins Cemetery. Family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Brown Funeral home Main Street Chapel. Friends and Family may sign the online registry at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mr. William ‘Bill’ Leonard Ezzell, age 80, of Panama City, Florida passed away March 3, 2010 at Bay Medical Center.  He was born August 14, 1929 in Brooksville, FL to the late Warren E. and Lucy Brown Ezzell.  Mr. Ezzell retired from the United States Air Force after 28 years of service and the AAFES after 20 years.  He attended Eastside Assembly of God Church.  His kindness and compassion were only exceeded by his generosity.  He is preceded in death by his parents and wife, Blanche Lee Ezzell.  Mr. Ezzell is survived by his daughters, Sharon Jean Fullen of Casselberry, FL and Cindy Lou (Richard) Davison of Fredericksburg, VA; sons, Gene Ezzell of Panama City, FL and Leon Richards of Clearwater, FL; special friend, Betty Scott of Panama City, FL; grandchildren, Rebecca, Jessica, Marliese, Steven, Christina; great-grandson, William Matthew; sister, Katherine Carlisle of FL.  Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel in Bonifay with Rev. Dewey Myers officiating.  Interment will follow in the Ponce de Leon City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Mrs. Brenda Lynn Smith, age 59, of Bonifay, Florida passed away February 26, 2010 at her home.  She was born December 9, 1950 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  She is preceded in death by her father, Buster Keeton and mother, Virginia Williams.  Mrs. Smith is survived by her three grandchildren, Wendy Jasmine Smith, Lewis Wayne Smith and Lauren Nicole Parker all of Bonifay, FL; former husband and best friend, Jerry Smith of Westville, FL; daughter, Dana Parker and husband, Matthew of Bonifay, FL; best friend, Sam Papastathis of Atlanta, GA; brother, Jimmy Keeton of TX; brother and sister-in-laws, Angus and Dollie Gillis of Westville, FL, Bud and Cindy Smith of Atlanta, GA, James and Pat Smith of Westville, FL, Allen and Linda Smith of Westville, FL, Kenny and Sharon Smith of Westville, FL; several nieces and nephews; step-father, Bee Williams.  Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday, March 5, 2010 at Evergreen Baptist Church with Rev. Mitch Holsonback officiating.  Interment will follow in the Camp Ground Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

 

Meta Narusevicius, 91, of Sunny Hills passed from this life on February 26, 2010 in Massachusetts. 

She was originally from Kaunas, Lithuania. She moved to America in 1961 from Wellington, New Zealand.  She had lived in Sunny Hills since 1986 coming from Boston, Massachusetts. She was also a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Sunny Hills.

She was preceded in death by her husband Petras Narusevicius.

She is survived by her son Kurt Koles of Topeka, Kansas; daughter Lily Narusevicius of Manchester By The Sea, Massachusetts; two grandchildren Petrukas West of Manchester By The Sea, Massachusetts and Alexander Koles of California.

Funeral services will be held 11AM Friday March 5, 2010 at St. Theresa Catholic Church with Msgr. Francis Szczykutowicz officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley directing.

Family will receive friends 2:30-6PM Thursday March 4, 2010 at 4111 Linwood Drive Sunny Hills, Fl.

 

 

Mrs. Betty Jo (Sally) Page, 62, of Chipley, Florida, passed from this life on Thursday, March 4, 2010 in Panama City, Florida.  She was of the Holiness Faith. Mrs. Page was born on April 21, 1947 in Baxley, Georgia to Daniel and Evelyn (Williamson) Driggers, Jr. She is survived by her husband James Page, Chipley, Florida. Two Sons: Jimmy Ray and wife Angie Page, Freeport, Florida and Jerry Wayne and wife Lois Page, Panama City, Florida. Two Daughters: Janice and husband Donald Theus, Chipley, Florida and Crystal and husband John Pitts. Three Brothers: Wesley Thompson, Pinetta, Florida, David Thompson, Lake Park, Georgia and Amos Oquinn, Lake City, Florida. 5 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, March 8, 2010 at Gap Pond Cemetery, with the Rev. David Moon officiating. Interment will follow in the Gap Pond Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 7, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home, 1068 Main Street, Chipley, Florida.

 

 

 

Mrs. Mallie Cooks, 97 of Florida City, Florida and a native of Chipley, Florida, passed away Monday, March 1st at her residence. Funeral service will be 3 p.m. on Friday, March 5th at St. Joseph A.M.E. Church in Chipley with the Rev. Larry Brown officiating.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.  Survivors include several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.  The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to services.

 

 

Mrs. Mary Nettles, 79 of Callaway, Panama City, Florida, passed away Feb. 28th at her residence.  She was a long time resident of Panama City and a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Springfield.  Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday at St. Paul A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Noah Parker officiating.  Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.  Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law: Pinkie and George Lewis II of Callaway; step-daughters:  Mary Ann Nettles of Panama City and Laversie Nettles of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, two grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.  The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to services.

 

 

 

Jack Phillip Cates, Jr. 64, of Vernon , passed away peacefully, March 2, 2010 at his home in Vernon , after a long battle with cancer.

Jack was born to Jack Phillip Cates, Sr. and Garnett Ford Cates Burleson, December 5, 1945 in Key West , Florida . He grew up in Key West and Hollywood , Fla. He attended Miami-Dade College . Jack proudly served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam era. After being stationed at Tyndall Air Force Base, he returned to this area in 1979. He worked off shore as a hydraulic mechanic with Chevron USA and owned his own business, Cates Equipment Company. He is a member of Eastside Baptist Church of Vernon . Jack is preceded in death by his Father; Jack P. Cates, Sr. and is survived by his Mother; Garnett Burleson, his Wife of 21 years; Pam Cates; Sons: Jack Phillip Cates, III and Jason Cates, Step-Daughters; Niki Seley and husband Allen and Allison Brock, Grandchildren; Jack Phillip Cates, IV, Ashlee Cates and Anna Cates, Step-Grandchildren; Sy Seley, Olivia Cotton and Mikayla Cotton. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 5 to 7 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Chapel. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 4th at 3:00 P.M. at Eastside Baptist Church in Vernon with the Rev. Mike Browning and Michael Brock officiating. Interment will follow in Vernon City Cemetery with military honors. Donations may be made in appreciation to Covenant Hospice, 4440 Lafayette St. Suite C, Marianna , Fla. 32446, or in memory of Jack to Florida Baptist Children’s Home, 8415 Bucklake Rd., Tallahassee, Florida, 32311 or the Gideons, 224 Hwy 273, Chipley, Florida 32428. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

Hunter Alfred Gingrich was born into Heaven on February 20, 2010 at Mercy Hospital in Cadillac , Michigan . Hunter is survived by his parents Alan and Melissa Gingrich of Leroy , MI ., Brothers: Lester Gingrich, Charleston , S.C. , Joey Gingrich, Leroy , MI and  Bobby Drew Jackson of Cottondale, Fl and sister Jessica Jackson of Cottondale , FL. He is also survived by his grandparents Alan Gingrich of Leroy , MI . and Patti Owens of Cadillac , MI ., Elmer and Mardelyn Tharp of Compass Lake , FL. , and Patricia Davis and Steve Mullis of Chipley, FL. His Grandmothers are Marie Reiter of Cadillac , MI ., Willie Myrl Davis of Cottondale, FL. and Lucille Tharp of Marianna, FL. He is also loved and will be missed by many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Hunter will be laid to rest with a private family ceremony at Maple Hill Cemetery in Leroy , MI . The family would like to thank all of the wonderful people who helped us so much during our time of sorrow. You are greatly appreciated. Hunter, your Mommy and Daddy love you so much and we will miss you forever. We will see you again one day little one. You are our tiny little angel

 

 

Mrs. Virginia Strickland Phillips, age 63, of Bonifay, Florida passed away February 26, 2010 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama.  She was born July 20, 1946 in Caryville, FL to the late John Thomas and Pearlie Mills Strickland.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Phillips is preceded in death by her husband, James Daniel Phillips; two brothers, Buddy Strickland and F.J. Strickland; one sister, Ouida Quick.  She is survived by four daughters, Melissa Smith and husband, Roy Hires of Bonifay, FL, Vicki Cooper of Bonifay, FL, Kimberly Robinson and husband, Stacy of Dothan, AL, Stephanie Stanford of Marianna, FL; five grandchildren, Kendra, D.J., Alicia, Aaron, Ashton; one great-grandchild, Dylin; three brothers, Clarence Carrol of Panama City, FL, Okley Strickland of Bonifay, FL, Oneal Strickland of Panama City, FL; six sisters, Teen Steverson of Bonifay, FL, Mutt Wood of Bonifay, FL, Mary Ann Berry of Bonifay, FL, Kathleen Keith of Palatka, FL, Ola Griffin of Noma, FL, Owene Laird of Gleendale, FL; several nieces and nephews; four stepsons, James, Albert, Jimmy, Samuel; four stepdaughters, Patricia, Regina, Annie, Mary; numerous step grandchildren.  Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Monday, March 1, 2010 at Church of Jesus Christ in Caryville, FL with Rev. Edward Williams officiating.  Interment will follow in the Caryville City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Special thanks to Dr. Roland Spedale, Dr. Jay Murray, the Staff at Flowers Hospital and Doctors Memorial Hospital.

 

 

 

Mr. Phillip Winford White, age 42, of Chipley, Florida passed away February 24, 2010 at his residence.  He was born June 13, 1967 in Port St. Joe, Florida.  Mr. White worked for Arizona Chemical in Panama City.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Angela Michelle White; paternal grandfather, Ernest White; maternal grandparents, Bill and Berna Lou Duncan.  He is survived by one daughter, Angela Malynne White of Panama City, FL; parents, Winford and Margaret White of Bonifay, FL; paternal grandmother, Florene White; brother, Andy White and wife, Jamie of Bonifay, FL; niece, Marissa White and nephew, Haiden White.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Monday, March 1, 2010 at Poplar Head Independent Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Leon Jenkins officiating.  Interment will follow in the Poplar Head Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

Mrs. Angela Michelle White, age 40, of Chipley, FL passed away February 24, 2010 at her residence.  She was born September 1, 1969 in Bartow, Florida.  Mrs. White worked for the Washington County School Board at Vernon Elementary School.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Winford White; paternal grandmother, Betty Bence; maternal grandfather, Homer Gipson.  She is survived by one daughter, Angela Malynne White of Panama City, FL; mother, Shirley Gipson of Vernon, FL; father, Terrell Ray Knight of Winter Haven, FL; maternal grandmother, Thelma Gipson of Vernon, FL; sister, Crystal Dion Davis & husband, Chris of Winter Haven, FL.  Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, March 1, 2010 at Poplar Head Independent Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Leon Jenkins officiating.  Interment will follow in the Poplar Head Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

Wallace Robert Comegys, 85, passed away at his home in the Oakie Ridge Community, Tuesday afternoon, February 23, 2010. Mr. Comegys, formerly of St. Davids , PA , has lived in Seagrove Beach and Chipley , FL since 2006.  Mr. Comegys was born September 28, 1924 in Wilmington , DE , to the late Charles Percy Comegys and the late Louise Mildred (Wallace) Comegys. Wally was a WWII Army Air Force veteran, member of the Caterpillar Club, alumnus of the University of Delaware , and retired as Northeast Regional Development Manager for Rohm & Haas Company with 35 years of service. 

He is survived by his wife Genie (Johnson) Comegys and three daughters, Carla J. Comegys, Smyrna, GA, Karen A. Comegys (Robert W. Schuler, Jr.), Breinigsville, PA and Kathryn L. Comegys, Paoli, PA, twin sister Ann Haupt, St. Louis, MO; step-brother William (Relva) Reign, Hockessin, DE; step-sister, Janet Upton, Reading, PA; sister-in-law, Lola Yerby, Seagrove Beach, FL; three brothers-in-law Jim (Elaine) Johnson, Opp, AL, Tom (Lorraine) Johnson, Chipley, FL and Ralph (Gladys) Johnson, Chipley, FL; 23 nieces and nephews; 34 great nieces and nephews; and five great-great nephews.

Services will be at Oakie Ridge Baptist Church , Saturday, March 6, at 11:00 AM with visitation at 10:00 AM. The Rev. Pete Hyde of Santa Rosa Community Church and the Rev. Shane Hardesty of Oakie Ridge Baptist Church will be officiating. Lunch will follow for family and friends. Memorial contributions may be given to Emerald Coast Hospice at, 4374 Lafayette Street , Marianna , FL 32446 or 1419A Racetrack Road , Fort Walton , FL 32547 . Brown Funeral Home of Chipley in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Ronald Allan (Round Man) Locke, age 48 of Chipley, died Thursday, February 25, 2010 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan. He was a native and life-long resident of Chipley, a self-employed heavy equipment operator and was of Baptist Faith. Survivors include two Brothers; Donnie Adams of Chipley and Randy Locke of Chipley, one Sister; Gina Stanland of Chipley. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main Street Chapel with the Rev. James Sharkey officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

Mr. Gary LaDon Moore, age 48, of Daleville, AL passed away February 24, 2010 at his home.  He was born July 9, 1961 in Geneva, AL.  Mr. Moore is preceded in death by his father, Gerald Don Moore and mother, Edith Whitehead Hosmun.  He is survived by one sister, Margaret Morrow and husband, Douglas of Seymour, IN and an aunt, Nellie Jo Pitts of Bonifay, FL.  Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, February 28, 2010 at First Assembly of God Church in Enterprise, AL with Rev. Tommy Moore officiating.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL handling arrangements. 

 

Mrs. Gladys Riley Jackson, 86, of Alford, Florida passed from this life on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at her home.  Mrs. Jackson was born on March 4, 1923 in Washington County Florida to Cliff and Cora (Corbin) Riley. She was of the Holiness Faith and a member of the Sapp Holiness Church.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 27, 2010 in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, (Brickyard Road) Chipley, Florida with Rev. Cloys Joiner, Rev. Robert Simmons, and Rev. Ronnie Wright officiating. Interment will follow in the Sapp Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 P.M. on Friday, Feb. 26, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home (Brickyard Road) Chipley, Florida. Mrs. Jackson is preceded in death by her Husband Molton Jackson and also 5 Brothers and 3 Sisters. Survivors include Three Sons: Thomas and wife Wanda Jackson, Alford, Florida, Robert and wife Shelia Jackson, Cottondale, Florida and Roger and wife Kathy Jackson, Cottondale, Florida. Two Daughters: Margaret and husband Frank Grimes, Cottondale, Florida, and Martha and husband Rudy Pippin, Alford, Florida. One Sister: Esther Sapp, Cottondale, Florida and Special Friend: Sister Mae Grantham, of Cottondale, Florida. 15 Grandchildren, 26 Great Grandchildren and 6 Great Great Grandchildren.

 

 

Virginia Drummond Paul, a resident of Bonifay, Florida, died Thursday, February 25, 2010 at her residence following a brief illness.  She was 91 years old. Funeral services will be at two o’clock pm Sunday, February 28, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church of Bonifay with Peel Funeral Home directing.  The family will receive friends in the sanctuary from one o’clock until two o’clock prior to the service.  Burial will follow in the Bonifay Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 477, Bonifay, Florida 32425 or Covenant Hospice, 4440 Lafayette Street, Suite C, Marianna, Florida 32446.

 

Mrs. Paul was born August 26, 1918, in Bonifay, Florida, to the late Addison Cephus and Estelle Peairs Drummond.  Virginia was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Peter Lloyd Paul, Jr., her parents, and two brothers, Addison Peairs Drummond and Dr. William Franklin Drummond.  She is survived by two sons, Peter Lloyd Paul III (Joanna Patterson) of Pensacola, Florida and Addison Drummond Paul (Melissa Parker) of Enterprise, Alabama; one grandson, Peter Lloyd Paul IV of St. Louis, Missouri; and a host of friends.

 

Virginia grew up in Bonifay where she attended the local public school and graduated with honors in 1935.  In 1939, she graduated with a Batchelor of Science degree with math and home economics being her main areas of study from Judson College in Marion, Alabama.  During her senior year, Virginia was honored as “May Queen” of the May Day Court.  Throughout her lifetime, her outer beauty was only overshadowed by her inner beauty.   She taught in the Holmes County School System and worked at the Bank of Bonifay prior to her marriage to Peter Lloyd Paul, Jr. on Easter Sunday, April 25, 1943.

 

Virginia was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Bonifay where she taught Sunday School in the children’s division and was a long time member of the Senior Adult Sunday School Class.  In the early 1970’s, Virginia’s talents were instrumental in creating the Chrismon ornaments (Christ’s monograms) for the church.  She was an accomplished homemaker who loved cooking, sewing, hostessing, needlepoint, and genealogy.  She often remarked that her favorite hobby was her family, and she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

 

 

 

 

Marilyn Anita Givens, of Westville, FL, lovingly called ‘MG’ by her husband of 56 years, Phil Givens, went to meet her Lord on Thursday, February 18, 2010 at Select Specialty Hospital in Panama City, Florida.  She was born January 10, 1933 in Gainesville, Florida to the late William ‘Bill’ Willie and Gladys Verona Skipper Bethea.  A forth generation born Floridian, Mrs. Givens graduated Cumlaude at the University of Florida and completed her Masters Degree in Education at the University of Miami where she was the Education Major to set the curve on the Masters Degree Comprehensive Exams.  Her 49 years of teaching included first grade through college, as well as, a consultant in the Special Education Department at the University of Miami.

 

Mrs. Givens is also survived by three sons, William Robert Givens of Westville, FL, Phillip Scot Givens and wife, Kim of Loxahatchee, FL, and Greggory Jon Givens of Shawnee, CO; four grandchildren, Stephanie, Stacie, Andrew, and Travis; one great-granddaughter, Makena; one sister, Carolyn Lightner of Naples, FL; one brother, Bill Bethea and wife, Peggy of Immokalee, FL.

 

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel in Bonifay, FL.  with Rev. Mike White officiating. Interment will follow in the Leonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Holmes County Florida with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Family will receive friends from 2-3 PM Saturday.

 

Charles Henry( Chuck) Kowitz, Lt. Col, USAF (Ret.)  44, of Chipley, Florida, died unexpectedly Saturday, February 13, 2010 from injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was born in Chipley, Florida on March 31, 1965 to Ellner Jane Grady Kowitz and the late Edgar Joseph Kowitz. At age 14 he flew his first solo flight and received his pilot license. In the 10th to 12th grade, he served as an auxiliary member of the Civil Air Patrol as a radio and rescue pilot at the National Guard Armory. He graduated Chipley High School in 1983 with high honors, then attended Marion Military Institute and the Air Force Academy, graduating in 1988 as Second Lieutenant with a masters degree in Engineering. He served two tours in Desert Storm as a forward advisor, directing air strikes. After an esteemed military career, he retired in 2008 as a Lieutenant Colonel. He was of the Catholic faith and was preceded in death by his Grandparents; Henry and Adeline Kowitz of Chipley and Charles William and Wray E. Withrow Grady of Live Oak, Fla. and his Father; Edgar Joseph Kowitz. Survivors include his Mother; Ellner Jane Grady Kowitz, of Chipley, one Brother; Dale Joseph Kowitz of Kuwait, his cat; Lacey, his four Aunts, many nieces, nephews and cousins. Charles loved flying airplanes and model planes. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 22, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at the Saint Joseph The Worker Catholic Church in Chipley, interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery in Chipley. The family will receive friends Sunday evening, February 21, from 4 to 6 P.M. at the St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church. The family suggests contributions to the Science Department of Roulhac and Chipley High School or ROTC of Chipley High School. Brown Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

Kent French, age 58, of Chipley, Florida passed away February 19, 2010 at Campbellton-Graceville Hospital in Graceville.  He was born January 20, 1952 in Lake City, Florida to Remus and Carol Lewis French.  He was retired form Florida Department of Transportation.  He was preceded in death by his father.  He was survived by his mother Carol and stepfather Paul French of Chipley; three sons, Jason French of Bonifay, Fla., Jeremy French and his wife Stacey of Bonifay, Adam French of Chipley; one daughter, Brittany French of Bonifay; one brother Robert Martin French and his wife Paulett of Chipley; one sister Marcia Jernigan and her husband Jimmy of Bonifay;  three grandchildren, Karlee French, Colby French and Casey French.   Funeral services will be held Monday 1:00 PM February 22, 2010 at Calvary Baptist Church in Bonifay with burial following at Camp Ground Cemetery in Westville, Fla.  The reverends Ike Steverson and Tommy Moore will be officiating with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Visitation with family and friends will be held Sunday 6-8 PM February 21 at Peel Funeral Home Bonifay.

 

 

 

Mr. William Wayne House, age 57, of Caryville, FL passed away February 17, 2010 at Bay Medical Center in Panama City, FL.  He was born July 16, 1952 in Chicago, IL.  He is survived by his father, Marshall P. House of Chipley, FL; brother, Paul House of Rockford, IL; three sisters, Shelly Lortie of Las Vegas, NV, Diane Trent of Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Cheryl House of Chandler, AZ.  Memorialization will be by cremation with Peel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Dianne Smith, 53, of Chipley, Florida, passed away Feb. 10, 2010 at Bay Medical Center, Panama City, Florida. She was a native of Washington County and of the Baptist faith.  Funeral service will at at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20th at Jerusalem Baptist Church in Chipley, with the Rev. Price Wilson, the Rev. Larry Brown and the Rev. Tony Davis officiating.  Interment will follow in the Northside Cemetery in Chipley with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.  Survivors include her companion Alfred Smith, Jr.; son Derrick Smith (Melissa) of South Carolina; nephews reared as brothers, Hayes Teri Robinson and Bruce Robinson of Chipley; and Aunt Paralee Robert Jackson of Indiana; along with many other relatives and friends.  The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to services with Cooper Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Mr. Hosey McClain, 73, a native of Bonifay, Florida, passed away Feb. 12, 2010 in a Bonifay Nursing Center. He resided in Jacksonville, Florida for over 20 years where he owned and operated the McClains Barber and Beauty Shop.  He was of the Baptist faith and was a Veteran of World War II.  Funeral service will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20 at First Baptist Church in Bonifay with Elder Kelvin Johnson and Chaplain Earl Cooke officiating.  The Rev. Shelly Chandler is Pastor.  Survivors include his wife Katie McClain; daughters, Cynthia Jones (Johnny), Evelyn Jackson, both of St. Petersburg, Florida and Almarie Johnson of Jacksonville, Florida; stepchildren, Deanna Bartos (Kirk), Willie Johnson (Patricia, both of Jacksonville, Marvin and David Johnson (Renee), both of Springfield, Ma.; siblings, Annie Moore, Tim McClain Sr., both of Bonifay, James McClain, Columbus, Ga, Carolyn Tyler (Rev. Earl), Cathern Arnett, all of Ft. Walton Beach, Lesly McClain (Barbara), Crestview, Fl., Robert McClain, Sr., (Lettie), Jacksonville, Fl. and Doris Johnson, Boston, Ga.;stepmother, Vertie McClain of Bonifay; 19 grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.  Interment by cremation. The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to service with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.

 

 

 

 

Mary Grace Stewart, age 66 of Chipley, died Saturday, February 13th, 2010 at her home. She was born June 14th, 1943, in Atlanta, to the late Julius and Mary Ann (Coker) Adams.  Mrs. Stewart had been a resident here for the past 25 years, coming from Fayetteville, Georgia. She was a former cook, a member of the Council on Ageing,  a member of the Divita Diailises and a member of the Oakie Ridge Baptist Church. Survivors include her Husband, James Farris Stewart of Chipley, three Daughters: Debra Harris and Husband Wayne of Fayetteville, Ga., Ann Nicholson and Husband Mark of Fayetteville, Ga., Beth Songer and Husband Joey of Gainesville, Ga., two Sisters: Rose Ann Tibbetts of Jonesboro, Ga. and Elizabeth Paulines of Tampa, Fla. and 10 Grandchildren. The family will receive friends Monday, February 15, 2010, from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 16th, at 2:00 P.M. in the Oakie Ridge Baptist Church, with the Rev. Donnie Hussey and Rev. Shane Hardesty officiating. Interment will follow in Oakie Ridge Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home Directing. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

Gardis Eulene Pippin, 91, of Panama City, passed away Feb. 12, 2010.  She was born June 18, 1918, in Chipley.  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Feb. 14th in the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel in Panama City with the Rev. Charles Key officiating.  Interment will follow in Lynn Haven Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service.  Wilson Funeral is located at 214 Airport Road in Panama City.

 

 

 

 

Amos Joseph DeLaisse, 83, of Chipley, Florida passed from this life on Saturday, February, 13, 2010 at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital, Chipley, Florida. He was born on April 19, 1926 in Indiana to Henry Joseph and Grace Mae (Lampkin) DeLaisse. He was the Baptist Faith and a member of the Sunnyhills Baptist Church. Sunnyhills, Florida  Survivors include his Wife: Betty Jean DeLaisse, Chipley, Florida. Three Daughters: Donna Mayfield and husband Doug, Ft. Myers, Florida, Darlene Buckbee and husband George of Chipley, Florida and Susan Gragg and husband Kevin, Ft. Myers, Florida.  One Sister: Alma Lutgring and husband Donald, Georgetown, Indiana.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, 1068 Main Street, Chipley, Florida with the Rev. Mike Swingle officiating. Cremation will follow the services with Brown Funeral Home directing.  The Family will receive friends from 6 until 8 P.M. on Monday, February 15, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home, 1068 Main Street, Chipley, Florida. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Hubert H. Sasser, age 89 of Chipley, died Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 at his home. A native and life-long resident of Chipley, he had retired as a truck driver for the Florida Dept. of Transportation and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Chipley. Mr. Sasser is preceded in death by his parents; Houston and Carrie Sasser and a Daughter; Helen Sasser. Survivors include his wife of 68 years; Edna M. Sasser of Chipley, one Daughter; Ellen M. Rowell of Marianna, three Grandchildren; Michael J. Rowell and wife Amy, Marie Laramore and Helen D. Gaut, six Great Grandchildren; Kayla Rowell, Hana Rowell, Mason Rowell, Anna Gaut, Miranda Gaut and Kaci Laramore. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 13th at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Main Street, with the Rev. Michael Orr officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services. Interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mrs. Erie Mozelle Tindel Bridenback, age 91, a former resident of Holmes County Florida passed away February 7, 2010 at Melech Hospice House in Temple Terrace, Florida.  She was born October 2, 1918 in the Poplar Springs Community to the late Levy and Ada Worley Tindel.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bridenback is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas John Bridenback, Sr.; five brothers, Sam Tindel, Sanford Tindel, Bill Tindel, Johnny Tindel, Jerry Tindel; one grandson, Curt Bridenback.  Mrs. Bridenback is survived by three sons, Thomas John Bridenback, Jr. and wife, Teri of Jacksonville, FL, William Dennis Bridenback and wife, Tommy of Pensacola, FL, Michael L. Bridenback and wife, Margie of Tampa, FL; one brother, Paul Tindel of Biloxi, MS; one sister, Betty Brock and husband, Bill of DeFuniak Springs, FL; 7 grandchildren, Lisa, Meegan, Quinn, Andrea, Kerry, Nick, Tori; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, February 12, 2010 at First Baptist Church Bonifay with Rev. Shelly Chandler officiating.  Interment will follow in the Bonifay City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Memorial contributions may be given to First Baptist Church, 311 North Waukesha Street, Bonifay, FL 32425 or your favorite charity.

 

 

 

 

Michael “Mike” Robert Fries, 42 of Chipley, Florida went home to be with the Lord on February 6, 2010 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta, Georgia.Mike was born April 28, 1967 in Seattle, Washington. He was a 1986 graduate of Stevensville High School in Stevensville, Montana. He served in the United Sates Navy and was of the Protestant faith.  He is preceded in death by his father Arlan Fries.

He is survived by his wife Lori Lynn Fries of Chipley; mother Lorraine Fries of Missoula, Montana;  four sons: Logan, Landon and Morgan Fries all of Chipley and Jordan Good of Chipley; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law: Don and Jan Good of Columbus, Mississippi.

Funeral services will be held 11AM Saturday, February 13, 2010 at the First Baptist Church in Chipley, Florida with the Rev. Mike Orr officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley directing.

Family will receive friends 6-8PM Friday, February 12, 2010 at the First Baptist Church in Chipley.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Linda Marie Burger, age 62, of Bonifay, FL passed away February 6, 2010 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay, FL.  She was born February 14, 1947 in Birmingham, Michigan to Bruce and Leona Thomas Ramsey.  She is survived by her sons, James Burger of Tampa, FL and Jeff Burger of Bonifay, FL; one daughter, Dottie Burger Pippin and husband, Robin of Bonifay, FL; two brothers, Dale Smith of Birmingham, MI and Donnie Ramsey of Pontiac, MI; one sister, Charlotte Valance of Lake Orion, MI.  Memorialization will be by cremation with Peel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Mrs. Lucille ‘Mandy’ Austin Sheffield, age 87, a former resident of Vernon, FL passed away February 5, 2010 in Savannah, GA.  She was born August 9, 1922 in Vernon, FL to the late Columbus Gerald and Mary Jane Bodie Austin.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Sheffield is preceded in death by her husbands, Tonny Dalton Holstead and Fred Sheffield; two sons, Teddy Gene Holstead and Curtis Wilder Holstead; two daughters, Teresa Cooper and Catherine Lee Holstead; three brothers, Fred Austin, Sam Austin, A.G. Austin; one sister, Melbra Wright.  Mrs. Sheffield is survived by two sons, Bill Holstead and wife, Mary of Belton, SC and Tony Holstead of South Bend, IN; five daughters, Clara Withrow of Savannah, GA, Marie Fry of Vernon, FL, Nila Barrier of Elkhart, IN, Dina Rajski and husband, Martin of South Bend, IN, Annette Fielding of Vernon, FL; one brother, Reubin Austin and wife, Rose Mary of Vernon, FL; two sisters, Vonceil Martin of Vernon, FL and Amy Tomaio of Pensacola, FL; 70 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Unity Baptist Church and Cemetery with Rev. Lindsey Martin and Rev. Burt Worthing officiating.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

 

Willie James Barefield, age 69 of Chipley, died Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010  at his home. A native of Headland, Alabama, he had been a resident here for the past three years. He was a farmer, a U.S. Army veteran and was of Baptist Faith. Survivors include his Mother; Willie Mae Barefield, his Wife; Louverne Barefield of Chipley, three Sons: Willie Joe Barefield and wife Cherry of Chipley, Larry Barefield and wife Jennie of Chipley and Clint Barefield and wife Candy of Bonifay, two Brothers; Jimmy Barefield of Headland, and Jessie Barefield of Midland City, Ala., five Sisters; Bulah Mae Davis of Headland, Mabel Hutto of Headland, Sarah Brannon of Headland, Pam Roberts of Sarasota, Fla. and Betty Davis of Headland, six Grandchildren and three Great Grandchildren. The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road. Funeral services will be held Sunday, February 7th, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road, with the Rev. Ernest Dupree and Bishop John Gilbert officiating. Interment will follow in the Wachob-Forrest Lawn Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

James Thomas Brantley, age 63 of Chipley, died Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 at his home. A native of Chipley, he had been a resident here since 1980, coming from New Orleans, La. Mr. Brantley was a retired nuclear engineer for the Southern Company and a member of the Chipley Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include his Wife; Judy Brantley of Chipley, two Daughters; Cynthia Georgian Brantley of Seattle, Washington and Melissa Caywood and Husband Richard of Bountiful, Washington, one Brother; Bruce Brantley of Grandridge, Fla., one Sister; Joan Deal of Chipley, two Grandchildren; Jeremy Igace Caywood and Bryan Thomas Caywood. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, February 5, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel. Services will be held 10:00 A.M Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Brown Funeral, Brickyard Road Chapel with Bishop John Gilbert officiating. Interment will follow at Hard Labor Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online registry at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

 

Beria Klein, 97, of Chipley, Florida died Thursday, February 04, 2010 at her home. She has been a resident of Chipley for the past 8 years coming from Lorton, Virginia. Mrs Klein worked for the Department of Agriculture for Washington D.C. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. Survivors include one sister: Myrtis Barr of Chipley, Fl. and nine nieces and nephews. Services will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday, February 6, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home (Hwy 77) Chapel with Rev. Jerry May officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online registry at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

Susan Marie Hart, 56 of Chipley, Florida went home to be with the Lord on February 3, 2010.

 

Mrs. Hart had lived in Chipley for the past five years coming from Fort Myers, Florida.  She was also a member of the First Freewill Baptist church in Chipley.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and May Newcomb and brother Freddy Newcomb.

 

She is survived by her husband Mark Anthony Hart of Chipley, 3 sons: Lawrence LaBarre of Fort Myers, Florida, Allen Clarence Hart of Chipley and Benjamin Barry LaBarre of Korea. 4 brothers: Frank Newcomb of Pensacola, Florida, Arthur Tanguay of Lowell, Massachusetts, Gregory Newcomb and wife Lindy of Chipley, C.J. Newcomb of Lowell, Massachusetts. 4 sisters: Jessie Matthews of Bonifay, Florida, Laura and Robin Tanguay both of Lowell Massachusetts and Allison N. Bush and husband Mark of Chipley.

 

Memorialization will be by cremation with a service of remembrance at a later date. Obert Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Anna Marie Harrell passed away, Wednesday, February 3, 2010, at the great age of 93 in Acworth , GA , just 10 days short of her 94th birthday. Born in 1916 in Pittsburgh , PA. She was an only child, but had many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Melton Harrell and son, Charles Harrell.  Survivors include her sons, Melton Harrell (Deborah) Atlanta, GA, William Harrell (Robin) Acworth, GA, David Harrell (Sherry),  Lawrenceville, GA, Kenneth Harrell, Chipley, FL, and Eva Harrell, widow of  son, Charles, Cumming, GA. Other survivors include 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

 

Anna was a long time resident of Chipley, FL, where she raised her family. A gentle woman with a love for plants, she operated her own nursery, Harrell’s Nursery for many years. People knew her plants as “the plants that grow”. She had a will to live, having been diagnosed with breast cancer in 1956 and subsequently given 6 mos. to live in 1981 due to another type of cancer.   

Her God and church were always dear to her. She was active in the establishment of Ascension Lutheran Church, Marianna , FL and Grace Lutheran Church in Bonifay FL.

 

Funeral services are to be held, at 2 PM, Saturday, February 6, 2010, at Grace Lutheran Church in Bonifay followed by burial in Glenwood Cemetery in Chipley. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 P.M. prior to services at the church.

 

Her request was that donations be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 3309 U.S. 90, Bonifay, FL 32425, (850) 547-9898 in lieu of flowers.

Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

Bettye Joyce Johnson, age 81 of Chipley, died Sunday, February 1st, 2010 in the Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. A native of Fountain Inn, South Carolina, she had been a resident of Chipley for the past 40 years. She was a retired Registered  Dietician, a graduate of Florida State University and was of Methodist faith. Survivors include her Husband; Jack Alan Johnson of Marianna, two Sons; Michael A. Johnson of Pensacola and Eric A. Johnson of Atlanta, Ga., two Daughters: Stephanie Herring of Marianna and Leigh Brewer of Chipley and five Grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Friday, February 5th, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the First United Methodist Church in Chipley with the Rev. Jerry May officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. The family suggests donations to the First United Methodist Church 1285 Jackson Ave. Chipley or to Covenant Hospice, 4440 Lafayette St. Ste. C, Marianna, Fla. 32446.  Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Richard Eugene "Gene" Shores, Sr. of Vernon passed away Sunday January 31, 2010. Gene was a veteran of World War II serving in the European Theater. He trained at Camp Blanding, Florida and Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He advanced to the rank of Staff Sergeant. His disembarkment to Europe was from Boston and embarkment was in LeHarve, France as the Allies of the 20th Armored Division fought through France, Belgium, and into Germany. In Germany, his division liberated the Nazi Concentration Camp of Dachau on April 29, 1945. After the war, he returned to Washington County and did construction work and farmed. In the 1950's he began working for the Florida Forestry Service. Health issues resulting from this career caused his retirement in the 1970's. His rural farm upbringing and love of farming remained with him throughout his life. He was known in his community for his watermelons, pumpkins, okra, corn and peas.

 

Born July 18, 1922 in the Hard Labor Creek Community to William Henry and Mary Elizabeth Sellers Shores, he was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Myra Jean Shores, his brothers; Isaac, Joe, Ira, and Billy Shores, and his sister Becky Blue.

 

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Pauline Russ Cook-Shores of Vernon; his sons, Richard Eugene (Ricky) Shores, Jr. and wife Lila, and Gregory Shores; daughters, Sue Broom and husband Paul, Faye Cope and husband Lynn of Chipley, Pam Cates and husband Jack of Vernon, Amy Pelham and husband Wesley of Bainbridge, Georgia; stepsons, George Baragona and wife Gloria of Tallahassee and Tommy Cook and wife Terri of Vernon; brother, Daniel Shores and wife Mary Frances of Parker; sisters, Thelma Sapp of Callaway, Frances Fussell and husband Julius of Chipley, and Helen Pippin of Chipley; and sister-in-law, Cathren Shores Vickery and her husband Donald Ray of Chipley. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Michael Broom and wife Kristi, Lynn Cope, Jr. and wife Charlotte, Leigh Cope and wife Michele, Nicole Seley and husband Allen, Allison Brock, Derrick Shores, Brande Suttles and husband Ray, Sara Beth Pelham, and Hunter Pelham; step grandchildren, Phillip Cates, Jason Cates, Michelle Baragona-Williams and husband Michael, Kimberly Bigelow and husband Joe. His great-grandchildren are: Emily Broom, Cameron Cope, Addie Cope, Sy Seley, Olivia Cotton, and Mikayla Cotton; step great-grandchildren, Jack Cates, Ashlee Cates, Anna Cates, Justin Williams, Kaylie Williams, Courtney Warren, and Chris Warren.

 

 

 

 

Rufus W. Haddock, 95 of Chipley, Fl went home to be with the Lord January 30, 2010 at his residence surrounded by a host of family that loved him dearly.

 

Mr. Haddock was born March 14, 1914 to Homer and Attie Haddock. He was a lifelong resident of Washington County where he spent most of his life working on the farm. He spent several years in the Unites States Army where he served in WWII in the Men of Company K 84th Infantry Rail Splitter Division. He was  a member of Sapp Holiness church and a member of the Masonic Lodge #102 in Cottondale, Fl. Most of all he was a loving father and grandfather that held the Haddock family together.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lettie Haddock, son James Haddock and his wife Arlene: two infant daughters,  three brothers: Jim, Pat, and Perry Haddock. Two sisters:  Marie Wright and Mary Rudd: grandson Bruce Lindahl and great grandson David VanDivner Jr.

He is survived by a son Thomas “Tom” Haddock and wife Ella Dean of Southport, Fl.; grandchildren: Shelby Haddock Wilkinson, Joe Haddock and wife Tammy, James “Jimbo” Haddock Jr. and wife Shelia, Donald Ray Haddock Sr., Janey Sue Haddock Clements and husband Billy, Elizabeth Ann VanDivner, Sherry Lynn Haddock Guthrie and husband Richard, Thomas “T-Bud” Haddock Jr. and wife Vicky, Jerry Lindahl and wife Chris, Steve Lindahl and wife Belinda and Len Lindahl and wife Sue. 26 great grandchildren, 43 great- great grandchildren and 4 great-great-great grandchildren which completes 6 generations.

 

Funeral services will be held 10 AM Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at Sapp Holiness Church with the Revs. Cloys Joiner, Houston Obert, Preston Haddock, Frances Dudley, Donnie Jackson and Roger Dale Hagan officiating. Burial will follow in Rockhill Cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Fl. directing.

 

Family will receive friends 6-9PM Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Sapp Holiness Church.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Lois Thalie Wells, age 75, of Bonifay, FL passed away January 30, 2010 at Washington Nursing and Rehab Center in Chipley FL.  She was born April 13, 1934 in Beckley, West Virginia to the late Buster and Gladyce Marie Retherford Williams.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Wells is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Parker Wells.  She is survived by one son, Ronald Williams and wife, Lisa of Phenix City, AL; four daughters, Wanda Wells and husband, Joel of Bonifay, FL, Rita Hood and husband, Alvin of Phenix City, AL, Malinda Coatney of Vernon, FL, Denise Harmon and husband,  Rick of Caryville, FL; 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren.  Memorialization will be by cremation with Peel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Sarah Curtis Brown, age 81, of Ponce De Leon, passed away January 31. A time of visitation will be held 6:00~8:00 PM, Monday, February 1, at Clary-Glenn Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM, Tuesday, February 2, at Northside Baptist Church in Ponce De Leon. Burial will be held in New Ponce De Leon Cemetery. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences, sign guest book, and view video tribute at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

 

 

Mrs. Myrtle Yates Baxter, age 94, of Bonifay, Florida passed away January 29, 2010 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center.  She was born June 20, 1915 in Washington County Florida to the late William Bennett and Effie White Yates.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Baxter is preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Baxter; one brother, Brown Yates; two sisters, Milfred Scott and Sadie Williams.  Mrs. Baxter is survived by one sister, Dorothy Ellis of Bonifay, FL and several nieces and nephews.  Services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, January 31, 2010 at Poplar Head Independent Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. James Pate and Rev. Alan English officiating.  Interment will follow in the Poplar Head Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Darwin (Duby) McDougald, 46 of Chipley, Florida, passed away Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010 at his residence in Chipley.  He was a native of Washington County, a Professional Automobile Detailer and worked at the ARC Center.  He was a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church. 

 

Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 31st at the Old Roulhac High School Auditorium on Pecan Street in Chipley with the Rev. Price Wilson, the Rev. Malcolm Nelson, the Rev. George Williams and the Rev. Mary L. Sharpe officiating.  The remains will lie in repose at the Auditorium one hour prior to services. 

 

The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Saturday in the Cooper Funeral Home Chapel.

 

He was the grandson of the late Thomas and Mildred McDougald.

 

Survivors include his Mother: Carolyn McDougald McElroy; Sister and Brother: Adrain Belser (Dianne) and Jackqunetta McDougald (Eddie Blackman) all of Chipley; along with many Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and other relatives and friends.

 

 

 

Mr. James Brandon Kilgore, age 19, passed away January 26, 2010 in an automobile accident.  He was born September 2, 1990 in Marianna, Florida.  He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, John Shelton and paternal grandfather, Charles Kilgore.  Brandon is survived by his mother, Lorrie Ann Shelton Kilgore of Bonifay, FL; father, James Russell Kilgore of DeFuniak Springs, FL; two sisters, Leanne Hall of Bonifay, FL and Marianne Reynolds and husband, Todd of Melbourne, FL; maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Shelton of Bonifay, FL; paternal grandmother, Wilma Montgomery of Albany, GA; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Shady Grove Baptist Church and Cemetery with Rev. Johnie Bradshaw officiating.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing

 

 

 

Shannon (McDaniel) Cook ,age 39, of Vernon, Florida passed from this life on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 in Bonifay, Florida.  Shannon had resided in Vernon, Florida the last 5 years.  She was of the Free Will Baptist Faith and member of the Abigail Free Will Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Abigail Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Sowell and Rev. Buzz Kirby  officiating . Interment will follow in the New Hope Cemetery, New Hope, Florida with Brown Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 P.M. on Friday, Jan. 29, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel, Chipley, Florida. Shannon is survived by her parents Jerry and Cricket McDaniel, Mobile, Ala. Husband: Jimmy Cook, Vernon, Florida. 2 Sons: Myles Cook, Vernon, Florida and Ryan and wife Ashley Cook, Mobile, Ala. 2 Brothers: Rodney and wife Missy McDaniel, Chipley, Florida and Greg and wife Kim McDaniel, Daleville, Ala.  1 Brother at heart: Jimmy and wife Sheri Boles. Maternal Grandfather: Roy Evans, Elkin, North Carolina. 2 Uncles: Chris and wife Miranda Holcomb, Roaring River, North Carolina and Eddie and wife Michelle Holcomb, Greensborough, North Carolina. 2 Close Friends: Sheila and Nancy. 1 Grandchild: Gracie Cook, Mobile, Ala. The family is accepting flowers or if you wish , donations can be made to the Abigail Free Will Baptist Church, Post Office Box 927, Vernon, Florida 32462 or the Roaring River Baptist Church Building Fund, 312 White Plains Road, Roaring River, North Carolina, 28609

 

 

 

 

Thomas (Tommy) Edwin Nicholas, age 79 of Chipley, died Monday, January 25th, 2010 at his home. A native of Flomaton, Alabama, he had been a resident of Chipley since 1963, coming from Mobile, Alabama. He was a self-employed auto mechanic and was owner of Nicholas Auto in Chipley for many years. Mr. Nicholas was a U.S. Army veteran, a member of the V.F.W. and AMVETS Post 7 and a member of Sardis Baptist Church. Survivors include his Wife; Dorothy Nicholas of Chipley, one Son:

Dale Nicholas and wife Esther of Chipley, two Daughters; Sheila Miller of Chipley, Shelby Ivey and Husband Paul of Chipley, four Sisters; Catherine Finklea of Chipley, Lois Godwin of Atmore, Ala., Jackie Grantham of Brewton, Ala., and Perline Torelli of Mobile, Ala., one Brother; Bill Scott of Texas, 7 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. The family will receive friends Wednesday, January 27th from 5 to 8 P.M., at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 28th, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road, with the Rev. Ben Hull officiating. Interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mr. Harold Dean Coomer, age 75, passed away January 25, 2010 at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City, Florida.  He was born July 20, 1934 in La See, Kentucky to the late John Dempsey and Anna Lloyd Coomer.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Coomer is preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Lorene Coomer and a sister, Neva Nell Dupler.  Mr. Coomer is survived by his wife, Eden Lorene Harman Coomer of Bonifay, FL; one son, Jeffrey Dean Coomer of Ft. Myers, FL; two grandchildren, Alexander Dean Coomer and Jennifer Aline Coomer; two step-daughters, Rachel Denise Edminson and husband, Robbie and Carrie Elizabeth Stanley both of Bonifay, FL; four step-grandchildren, Alyna Elizabeth Donelson, Abbie Lorene Stanley, Bradlee Drew Stanley, David Michael Woods Jr.; four brothers, Edward Coomer and wife, Margaret of Cincinnati, OH, John Coomer of Bonifay, FL, Fred Coomer and wife, Alice of Logan, OH, Billy Joe Coomer and wife, Rita of New Straitsville, OH; four sisters, Constance Petty and husband, Kay of Louisville, KY, Carol King of Clearwater, FL, Bobbie Dickson and husband, Roy of Pickerington, OH, Mary Lou Inman and husband, Melvin of Harrison, OH.  Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday, January 29, 2010 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel in Bonifay.  Interment will follow in the Bonifay City Cemetery with military honors.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Mrs. Lynell Chamblee Johnson, age 58, of Bonifay, Florida passed away January 25, 2010 at her residence.  She was born May 11, 1951 in Bonifay, FL to the late Albert W. and Ethel Adams Chamblee.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Johnson is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Johnson; one brother, Doyle Chamblee; five sisters, Ilene Chamblee, Olene Chamblee, Betty Sue Chamblee, Merle Johnson, DeAnn Kirkland.  She is survived by one brother, Eugene Chamblee of Bonifay, FL and several nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at Winterville Assembly of God Church with Rev. James Carnley officiating.  Interment will follow in the Steverson Cemetery in Holmes County Florida with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing.

 

 

 

 

Juana (Juanita) Selma Bermudez went home to be with her Lord January 21st, 2010. Born October 31, 1940 in Spain, she came to America in the early 60’s, where she raised her family. She was a graduate of the School of Cosmetology, eventually owning her own salon, Juanita’s Hair Gallery, in Lake Worth, Fla., then moving on to working to help others. After her children were married, in the 80’s, she returned to Spain to care for her mother and lived there until she, herself became ill with the onset of Alzheimer’s Disease in 1993.When she returned to the United States and shared her time with both of her daughters. She is preceded in death by her parents; Rosa Selma Lara and Raphael Bermudez, a brother; Vicente Bermudez, her first husband; Doss Nicholas and Son-In-Law; Louis DeVita. Survivors include her ex-husband and life-long friend; Cecil Richardson, two Daughters; Thelma DeVita and Lisa Jones, three Grandchildren; Michael and Britney DeVita and Jessica Jones, all of Chipley, a Sister; Rosi Mead of Smethport, Pa. and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will be held Monday, February 1st, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Main St., with the Rev. Ronnie Wright officiating. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

Alvin Earl Hatcher, age 83, of Bonifay, Florida passed away January 25, 2010 at Bonifay Nursing & Rehab Center.  He was born December 6, 1926 in Hartford, Alabama to Leslie and Elizabeth Pirkle Hatcher.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Hazel Fontenot.  He was survived by his wife, Mamie Lee Cooper Hatcher of Bonifay; one son, Phillip G. Hatcher and daughter-in-law Katherine E. Hatcher and one granddaughter, Courtney K. Hatcher all of Geneva, Ala. Survivors also include three sisters: Voncille Lambert of Ozark Ala.; Lucille Austin of Warren, Ohio; and Annette (Jay) Caskey of Enterprise, Ala.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Funeral services will be held Thursday 10:00 AM January 28, 2010 in the Peel Funeral Home Chapel Bonifay with burial to follow in the East Pittman Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery Holmes County Florida.  The reverends Gary Taylor and Donald Gainey will be officiating and Peel Funeral Home directing.  Visitation will be held Wednesday 6-8 PM January 27, 2010 at Peel Funeral Home.

 

 

 

 

Beatrice (Bea) Finch, age 98 of Fountain, died Sunday, January 24th, 2010 in the Panama City Nursing Center. A native and life-long resident of Fountain, she was a homemaker and was of Pentecostal Holiness Faith. She is survived by a Daughter-In-Law; Dorothy Finch, of Fountain, three Grandchildren, eight Great Grandchildren, sixteen Great Great Grandchildren and many Nieces and Nephews.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, January 26th from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main St.  Graveside services will be held Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. in the Sandy Mountain Cemetery, with the Rev. Carlos Finch officiating. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

William Luke ‘W.L.’ Comander, age 88, of Ponce de Leon, FL passed away January 21, 2010 at his home.  He was born August 19, 1921 in St. Andrews, FL to the late John Thomas and Noma Sapp Comander.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Comander is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Russell Comander; a daughter, Sandra Langford Reeves; a brother, Mercer Comander; a sister, Marie Comander.  He is survived by his son, Kenneth Langford of Ponce de Leon, FL; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Langford of Ponce de Leon, FL; five grandchildren, Lynn Langford, Lesley Langford, Luke Langford, Candace Petty, Kim Fenn; eight great-grandchildren, Lyle, Landon, Mason, Carson, Steven, Sandra, Andrew, Karoline.  Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Campground Church Cemetery with Luke Langford speaking.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Mary H. Coley, age 70, of Chipley, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at home. Mrs. Coley was born February 27, 1939, to Anglus Hutchinson and Jean (Osborn) Hutchinson. She was a Homemaker and of the Holiness faith. Mrs. Coley was a lifelong resident of Chipley, Florida. She was predeceased by her daughter Noria Coley Glass. She was survived by three sons; Lamar Usery and wife Gail of Campbellton, Fl., James Usery and wife Lynn of Chipley, Fl., and Thomas Coley and wife Pam of Chipley, Fl., one daughter; Ellen Fleming of Chipley, Fl., one son-in-law; Jimmy Glass of Chipley, Fl., ten grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, January 22, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel. Services will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel with Rev. Buford Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Alford City Cemetery.

 

 

 

 

Audrey A. Walker,  age 87, our precious Mama went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at her residence.. She was born in Cord, Arkansas on November 22, 1922 to Lindsey and Rose (Corbit) Miller. Mrs. Walker was in house keeping and retired from the North  West Fla Community Hospital . She has lived here since 1959 coming from Belle Glade, Florida. She is of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Wausau Quilting Club.  Mrs. Walker is preceded in death by her husband Charles Walker, one grandchild, and one great-grandchild. She is survived by her 3 sons, Charles Walker and wife Dinnia of South Shore, Ky, Karl Walker and wife Jacqueline of Panama City, Fl., and Michael Walker of Panama City, Fl. 4 daughters, Audrey Tobias of Panama City, Fl., Jean Petta  and husband Bob of El Paso, Tx, Rosilee  Batchelor and husband Warren of Wausau, Fl., Carlotta (Wendy) Walsingham and husband Ron of Deer Point  Lake  Fl. 16 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will  be held at 11 am Friday, January 22, 2010, Graveside at Wausau Memorial Gardens Cemetery with the Rev. Phillip Gainer officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7pm Thursday, January 21, 2010 at Brown Funeral Home Chapel on main St.

 

 

 

 

Nesby Malloy, 92 of Chipley went home to be with the Lord on January 20, 2010.

 

She was born on March 10, 1917 in Chipley, Fl. to Dow and Beanie Duncan. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and also a homemaker.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Marshal Wesley Malloy, son Darnell Malloy.

 

Survivors include 2 Sons Eyman Malloy and wife Margaret of Chipley, FL, Lynton Malloy and wife Pat of Defuniak Springs, Fl.; 5 Grandchildren: Wesley and wife Lajuana Malloy of Chipley Fl.; Sam and wife Christy Malloy of Chipley,FL.; Greg and wife Donna Malloy of Defuniak Springs, Fl.; Deidra and husband Ronald Pettis of Chipley,Fl.; Meredith and husband David Egbert of Alberta,Al.; 11 Great Grandchildren: Eli, Elizabeth, Jonathan, Ethan, Chelsea, Alexis, Brian, Dalton, Payton, Taylor, Marshall.

 

Funeral Services will be held at 3PM Friday at Shiloh Baptist Church with Revs.. Robin Jumper and Phillip Gainer officiating. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Fl. in charge of arrangements.

 

Family will receive friends 6-8 PM Thursday, January 21, 2010 at Shiloh Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations  may be made to Covenant Hospice 4440 Lafayette Street Suite C Marianna, Fl. 32446.

 

 

 

Mrs. Connie Marie Riley, age 51, of Bonifay, FL passed away January 16, 2010 at her home.  She was born November 11, 1958 in Bonifay, FL.  She is preceded in death by her father, Earl David Riley and step-father, J.T. Rustin.  Mrs. Riley is survived by her mother, Sarah Margaret Payne Rustin of Chipley, FL; fiancé, Michael Forehand of Bonifay, FL; two sons, Frank Guadiana and wife, Nicki of Marianna, FL and Jeffery Guadiana and wife, Cassandra of Chipley, FL; two brothers, Kenneth Riley and wife, Gail and David Riley and wife, Sandra both of Chipley, FL; two sisters, Vicki Padgett of Panama City, FL and Carol Moore and husband, Eddie of Marianna, FL; five grandchildren.  Memorialization by cremation with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL in charge of arrangements.

 

 

Thomas McDonald, Sr., 84, of Vernon, Florida, passed away Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, at Clifford Chester Sims Veterans Home. He was born Feb. 28, 1925, in Bay County, Florida to lawyer and Alma Robbins McDonald. Thomas McDonald, Sr. served in the U.S. Army then settled in Vernon where he raised his family with his wife, Helen Alls McDonald. She preceded him in death, along with four his children, Thomas, Jr., Johnnie Lee, Glen and Candy McDonald. Left to cherish his memory are 13 children, including six sons, Charles (Pearl), James (Jean etta), Larry, Ellis, Vickery and Eric McDonald (Beth), and seven daughters, Shirley Speed, Carol Lee (William), Jean Morgan (Joseph), Ge nell, Donna Shine (Ruben), Dorothy McDonald (Marcus) and Eleanor Myers (Lee); 35 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010, at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Vernon, Florida, with the Rev. Price Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at sylvania Cemetery also in Vernon. Viewing will be held from 2 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 18 at Cooper Funeral Home in Chipley.

 

 

 

Vera Susan Yucus, 101 of Chipley went home to be with the Lord on January 16, 2010 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, Fl.   She was born on July 10, 1908 in Lynn, Massachusetts. She had

been a resident of Sunny Hills for the past 40 years coming from Chicago. She was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church and also a homemaker. Survivors include her daughter Martha L Vroma of Sunny Hills, Fl; grandchildren Calvin Hunter of Richmond, VA; Cecilia Harrison of Sunny Hills, Fl.  Funeral services will be held 11 AM Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chipley, Fl with Father Sean Knox officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery  with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Fl directing.  Family will receive friends 6-7 PM  Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at Obert Funeral Home.     

 

 

 

Isaac Shelton Smith, 69 , of Chipley went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2010 at the Bay Medical Center in Panama City,  Fl.

A native of Hinson Crossroads, Mr. Smith lived in Atlanta, Ga until moving to Chipley, Fl in 1991.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David and  Laura Dykes Smith.

Survivors include  his wife Mavis Smith of Chipley, Fl;  son Stephen Smith  and wife Dianna  of Dothan, Ala;  daughter Merry Deborah Smith of Chipley, Fl;  sister Flora Nell Smith Kerr  of Fort Walton Beach, Fl;  grandchildren Rebecca Taylor of Interlachen, Fl and Lexie Smith of Dothan, Ala;  great grandchild Elexianna Taylor of Interlachen, Fl.

Funeral service will be held 2 PM  Monday, January 18, 2010 at New Life Fellowship Assembly of God in Chipley, Fl  with the  Rev. Vince Spencer and Rev. Clinton Howell officiating.  Burial will follow in  Glenwood Cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Fl  directing.

Family will receive friends1 hour prior to the service January 18, 2010 at New Life Fellowship Assembly of God.

Flowers are accepted or those wishing may make contributions to the  ARC 675 South Boulevard Chipley, Fl 32428 or a gift to the Gideons. 

 

 

 

Joseph George Chase, 55 of Graceville, Fl. died Monday January 11, 2010 at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley..

He was born in Caribou, Maine on July 9, 1954. He was also a self employed drywall carpenter.  He is survived by his brother: Lloyd Chase of Liberty, Maine; two sisters: Lorraine Galliger of Colchester, Conn. And Loretta Nelson of New Sweden, Maine.,  stepfather George Kost of Graceville; two step brothers, Wayne A. Kost of Graceville and Rodney Lee Kost of Richmond, Va. Memorialization will be by cremation with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley in charge of arrangements

 

 

 

Mrs. Elizabeth Jordan, née Elizabeth Eleanor Tyler, passed away on Saturday January 9, 2010 at the Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Chipley, Florida. Betty, as she was known by her many friends, was born in Nictheroy in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on January 8, 1917. She leaves a son James and a daughter Nina, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Brazil, and a community that showed her much love and friendship in Bonifay, Florida. Her ashes will be taken to the Saco de Sao Francisco bay in Nictheroy. May she rest in peace.  She was a devoted volunteer many years at Holmes County Public Library.  A memorial will be held by her library family 2:00 PM Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Holmes County Public Library.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Lloyd Alvin Grantham, age 91of Chipley, died Thursday, January 14, 2010 in the Washington County Health and Rehabilitation Center. A lifelong resident of Washington County, he was retired from West Florida Gas. He was predeceased by his parents William David Grantham and Mary Annie (Watford) Grantham and one sister; Annie Mae Smith. Survivors include two sons: Loyal Grantham of Crawfordville Fl., Lamar Grantham of Wausau, Fl., seven daughters; Lena Raulerson of Crawfordville, Fl., Lurine Skompkski of Panama City, Fl., Luverne Jenkins of New Hope, Fl., Louise Pelache of Panama City, Fl., Joann Longo of Denver, Co., Joyce Grantham of Georgia, Rita Sehlibener and husband Greg of Chipley, Fl.; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and  great great grandchildren. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5to 7 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral, Brickyard Road with Dr. Kermit Soileau, Rev. Roger Dale Hagan, T.J. Smith and Keith Longo officiating. Interment will follow Wausau Memorial Garden Cemetery.  

 

 

 

Mrs. Janet Marie Armstrong, age 69, of Bonifay, Florida passed away January 11, 2010 at Jackson Hospital in Marianna, FL.  She was born May 13, 1940 in Pulaski, Virginia to the late Grover Leonard and Etta Hazel Minnick Scott.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Armstrong in preceded in death by her husbands, Donald McCoy, Otis Yarbrough, and Rodney Wicker.  She is survived by her husband, Robert William Armstrong of Bonifay, FL; one daughter, Cindy Carnley and husband, J.B. of Bonifay, FL; two sons, Butch McCoy and Scott McCoy and wife, Lori both of Bonifay, FL; four sisters, Mary Margarett Crowley of Newport News, VA, Shirley Giles of Parrott, VA, Verta Fortune of Vallejo, CA, Norma Stoots of Watertown, NY; five grandchildren, Christy, Brandon, Dustin, Tyler, Abby; five great-grandchildren, Brittney, Derek, Brandon Jr., Cameron Dillon.  Services will be 10:00 AM Friday, January 15, 2010 at First Freewill Baptist Church in Bonifay with Rev. Tim Schneider and Rev. John Foxworth officiating.  Interment will follow in the Bonifay City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Lasceener Barbee Grantham, age 93, of Bonifay, Florida passed away January 12, 2010 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, FL.  She was born January 2, 1917 in Tifton, GA to the late Jasper Duncan and Martha Ann Branch Barbee.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Grantham was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Grantham; three sisters, Ruby Johnson, Lillie Mae Smothers, Maggie Smothers; five brothers, William Archie Barbee, Elbert Duncan Barbee, Ulan Howard Barbee, Quinton Barbee, Elzie Barbee.  Mrs. Grantham is survived by several nieces and nephews.  Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, January 16, 2010 at Poplar Head Independent Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. John Pettis, Rev. Roger Dale Hagan and Rev. James Pate officiating.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Memorial contributions may be given to Covenant Hospice, 4440 Lafayette Street Suite C, Marianna, FL 32446.

 

 

 

Kenneth Ray Combs, age 43 of Alford, died Thursday, January 7th, 2010 at his home. A native of Winchester, Kentucky, he had been a resident here since 2004. He was an associate with Wal-Mart in Chipley and was a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include his Wife; Carrie Combs of Alford, his Father; Clemon Combs of Lexington, Ky, his Mother; Patsey Corrnett of Winchester, Ky, two Sons; Kasey Combs of Alford and Clemon Marcus Combs of Alford, two Brothers; Wayne Combs and Gerald Combs both of Winchester, Ky., one Sister; Mary Ann Elkins of Winchester, Ky. Cremation will be followed by memorial services, Saturday, January 16th , 2010 in Winchester, Kentucky. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Williams, 60 of Caryville, Florida, who passed away Jan. 6, 2010 in the Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 15th at St. mary A.M.E. Church in Caryville, with the Rev. Calvin Pierce and the Rev. R.E. Hudson officiating.   Interment will follow in the St. Mary Cemetery in Caryville with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.  Survivors include three children:  Samantha Stewart of Caryville, Michelle Payne of Phenix City, Alabama and Calvin Stewart (Patricia Know) of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Sister, Mary Jean Riggins of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, 12 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.  The remains will lie in state at the church from Noon on Friday until time for services at 1:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Quenten Lewis Syfrett died January 9th 2010 in Tallahassee, FL. He is survived by five children, eight

grandchildren, and four great grandchildren: his son, Bruce C. (former daughter-in-law, Mary

Michanczyk) Syfrett; daughter, E. Brigitte (Hans Gottgens) Syfrett; son, Quenten A. (Leila) Syfrett;

daughter, Monique Syfrett (Mike) Maggard; and son, Edward A. Syfrett. Grandchildren: Joel N. (Nina)

Syfrett, Julie L. Syfrett, J. Cody (Jennifer) Maggard, Ida Gottgens-Syfrett, L. Ranie Beckner, Leo

Gottgens-Syfrett,, Calli N. Syfrett, and Bradi L. Syfrett. Great-grandchildren: Ashleigh A. Syfrett, Montana

M. Maggard, Barret C. Syfrett, and Kayleigh P. Beckner. He is also survived by four sisters: Ola Syfrett

(Claude, deceased) Carter, Flavia Syfrett (Mike) Dardes, Frank Syfrett (Richard) Hellinger, and Elaine

Syfrett (John) Turner. He is preceded in death by his parents: John A. and Ida (Hovey) Syfrett, five

brothers: Charles 0. (Peggy, deceased, Fran) Syfrett, T. Abram (Eula Mae, deceased) Syfrett, J.P.

(Imagene) Syfrett, Eugene (Helen, deceased) Syfrett, Ross A. (Sara) Syfrett, and three sisters: Olga

Syfrett (Neroy, deceased) Carter, Maydrew Syfrett (Otto, deceased) Svobada, Hettie

Syfrett(Leroy, ,deceased) Grewe, He also had forty nieces and nephews,

Quenten Syfrett was born on August 19th, 1929 at home at White Oak, Florida. He graduated from

Chipley High School and attended Florida State University. He served and retired from the United States

Air Force and was awarded a bronze star for service in Vietnam. He served as the Washington County

Administrator before moving to Tallahassee, where he retired from FSU and the United States Postal

Service. He was a Past Master of the Free and Accepted Masons and member of Wausau United

Methodist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, coin collecting, and French food. He will be remembered

fondly for his enduring love and support to his children, grandchildren, and entire family. Funeral services

will be held Thursday, January 14th, 2010 at 10 A.M.at Brown Funeral Home, Main Street, followed by a

graveside ceremony at White Oak Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday evening 6 to 8 P.M. at

Brown Funeral Home Chapel, Main Street. Friends and family may sign the online register at

www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Dora French Johnson, age 89, of Bonifay passed away January 9, 2010, at Bonifay Nursing & Rehab Center.  She was born March 20, 1920 in Bonifay to Samuel Joseph and Lona Retherford Johnson.  She and her husband, Ray Johnson, were owners and operated Johnson’s Grocery in rural Holmes County. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by one daughter, Sonja Anderson; one brother, Theron French; four sisters, Estelle Hall, Xiriphia Hand, Clara Webb and her twin Clora Miller; also by two grandsons, Shelton Anderson and Scott Johnson.  She was survived by three sons, Bobby Ray (Dorothy) Johnson of Bonifay, Vaughn (Ashley) Johnson of Chipley, Fla., Sidney (Betty) Johnson of Bonifay; four daughters, Sylvia Johnson of New York City, NY, Barbara (Jimmy) Whitehead of Frostburg, MD, Virginia Furr of Tampa, FL, and Vivian (Kenneth) Sturgill of North Wilkesboro, NC; two sisters, Lillian Brannon and Marie Clark both of Bonifay.  Funeral services will be held Wednesday 2:00 PM January 13, 2010 at Shady Grove Baptist Church with burial following in family plots at Johnson Cemetery.  The reverends Johnie Bradshaw and Mitch Johnson will officiate with Peel Funeral Home directing.  Visitation will be held Tuesday January 12, 2010 fron 6-8 PM at Peel Funeral Home Bonifay.

 

 

 

Bonnie Murl Hagan, age 90 of Marianna, died Saturday, January 9, 2010, in the Marianna Health & Rehabilitation Center. A native of Wausau, she had been a resident of Marianna for the past 25 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wausau. She is preceded in death by her Parents; O.S. and Cora Thurman Hagan. Survivors include numerous cousins in the Hagan and Thurman families as well as the community of Wausau at large. The family will receive friends Monday evening, January 11th, from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main Street Chapel. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 12th, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the First Baptist Church in Wausau with the Rev. Roger Hagan and Rev. Chris Burghoff officiating. Interment will follow in Piney Grove Cemetery. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Samuel Homer Corbin, age 67 of Cottondale, died Monday, January 11th, 2010 in the Washington County Health and Rehabilitation Center. A native and life-long resident of Washington County, he was a retired construction worker and was of Holiness Faith. He is predeceased by his Parents; Moad and Frankie Corbin, a Sister; Odean Gamble, and a Brother; W.J. Corbin. Survivors include his Wife; Shirley Corbin of Cottondale, one Son; Ricky Corbin of Cottondale, three Daughters; Patricia Adams of Cottondale, Charlene Rice and Husband John of Cottondale, Vicky Vaughn and Husband Tom of Cottondale, four Brothers; Travis Corbin and Wife Rhonda of Cottondale, Lindsey Corbin and Wife Luetta of Chipley, Charles Randolph Corbin and Wife Cynthia of Cottondale, a Sister-In-Law; Ira Bell Corbin of Cottondale,  one Step-Son Christopher Walley of Cottondale, two Step-Daughters; Ashleigh Walley of Cottondale and Kimberly Kent of Wyoming, 10 Grandchildren and 11 great Grandchildren. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 5 to 7 P.M. at the Brown Funeral Chapel, Brickyard Road. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 at 10 A.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Chapel with the Rev. Robert Simmons and Rev. Ronnie Wright officiating. Interment will follow in Sapp Church Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

Iola Lillie Dee ‘Odee’ Vandores Hood Strickland, age 97, the daughter of Tolbert Vandores Hood and Margaret Josephine Barton Hood, was born May 21, 1912 in Baker, Florida.  She grew up in Geneva, Alabama and Westville, Florida.  On June 30, 1934, Dee was united in marriage with James William ‘Willie Strickland.  They had three children; James R. Wimberly (deceased), Myra Dene Strickland (deceased), and John Pinkney Strickland of Palatka, Florida.  Willie Strickland died Saturday, December 4, 1965.  Known as ‘Odee’ by her many friends, she lived most of her adult life in Ebro, Florida.  She was a kind and warm hearted lady who always found the good in everyone.  Odee loved her family, her friends, her community and her church.  She enjoyed being with family, traveling, fishing, picture puzzles, her dogs and cats.  Odee lived with her granddaughter for many years on Algiers Point in New Orleans, Louisiana.  She was always happy to return to Ebro, her home.  Odee died Tuesday afternoon, January 5, 2010 in the intensive care unit of Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Whe was preceded in death by her parents, three half sisters: Ida Hood Nealy of Moblee AL, Corrine Hood Aikin of Mobile AL, and Margaret Stone on FL; two half brothers; Oscar Hood and Charles Hood, both of Mobile AL.  Those left of honor Odee’s memory include one son: John Strickland of Palatka FL; four grandchildren; Cynthia McAfee of Atlanta GA, Claire Alexander of New Orleans, Sonya Polesnek of Walterboro SC, Dexter Holder of Albertville AL; five great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; 4 step grandchildren; 10 step great grandchildren; 9 step great-great grandchildren; 1 step great-great-great grandchild; her other relatives; and her many good friends.  Funeral services were held January 9, 2010 Saturday 3:00 PM at Ebro Assembly Of God Church with burial following at Ebro Community Cemetery.  Rev. Buford White officiated with Peel Funeral Home Bonifay directing.

 

 

 

Wendell Granberry, age 75 of Graceville, died Wednesday, January 6th, 2010, in the Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley. A native of Headland, Alabama, he had been a resident of Jackson County most of his life. He was a self-employed farmer and member of the Poplar Springs Baptist Church.. Survivors include his Wife of 54 years; Virginia Carter Granberry of Graceville, three Sons; Eddie Granberry and wife Genene of Wausau, Ricky Granberry and wife Cindi of Chipley, Ben Granberry and wife Madonna of Graceville, one Daughter; Pam Granberry Johnson and Husband Rusty of Lynn Haven, one Sister; Margaret Toole of Columbus, Georgia, nine Grandchildren; Farrah Swearingen, Travis Granberry, Samantha Granberry, Candace Taylor, Kristian Granberry, Wyatt Granberry, Jill Johnson, Nathaniel Granberry and Nicholas Granberry. Three Great Grandchildren; Taylor Swearingen, Brooklynn Granberry and Carter Taylor. The family will receive friends Friday evening, January 8th, 2010 from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 9th, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in the Poplar Springs Baptist Church with the Rev. John Howell officiating. Interment will follow in Poplar Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Carl H. Hightower Jr., age 76 of Fountain, Fla., died Tuesday, January 5th, 2010 at his home. A native of Knoxville, Tennessee, he had been a resident of Fountain most of his life. He was a retired maintenance supervisor for Sikes Pipe Company, a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of the Sandy Mountain Church. Survivors include; three Sons; Donnie Hightower of Fountain, Dennis Hightower of Fountain and Terry Hightower of Sneads, Fla., one Daughter; Donna Melvin of Fountain, one Brother; Gerald Hightower of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, two Sisters; Grace Frazman of South Dakota and Mary Dormer of Pennsylvania, 11 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren.

Funeral services will be private. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

Jane Welsch Swindle, age 87, passed away January 4, 2010 at her residence in Bonifay, Florida. She was born February 8, 1922 in Mobile, Alabama.  She was a retired educator with Holmes County School Board, a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church Bonifay.  She was preceded in death by her husband Jesse Clarence Swindle Jr.; her parents Harry H. and Forrest Azelle Malone Welsch; and one grandson Jesse Alon Colletti.  She was survived by two sons, Jesse Clarence ‘Jake’ Swindle III, and Dr. Jefferson W. ‘Jeff’ Swindle and his wife Eileen; and one daughter Jenny Colletti and her husband Dan, all of Bonifay; six grandchildren, Molly, Sarah, Brennis, Jordan, Jacob, and John; and 4 great-grandchildren, Clara Jane, Sloan, Harper Kate, and Audrey.   Funeral services were held Friday 10:00 AM January 8, 2010 at First Baptist Church Bonifay with interment in the Bonifay City Cemetery and the reverends Jeep Sullivan and Shelly Chandler officiating and Peel Funeral Home directing.

 

 

 

Johnny Lamar Slay, Jr., age 36 of Bonifay passed away January 4, 2010 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay. He was born February 5, 1973 in Dothan, Alabama.  He was a machinist at Manown Engineering.  He was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Lamar Slay Sr. He was survived by his wife, Susan Steverson Slay; two sons, Jesse Cole Slay and Kasey Lamar Slay; one daughter, Hanna Nicole Elmore, all of Bonifay; his mother, Pamela Lucas Hartzo, his paternal grandmother, Willie Mae Slay, and one brother, Scot ‘Scotty’ Slay all of Chipley; and one sister, Lily Slay Meadows and her husband, Wayde  of Bonifay.  Funeral services were held January 7, 2010 Thursday 10:00 AM at New Smyrna Assembly of God Church with burial following in the Bonifay City Cemetery with Rev. Rodd Jones officiating and Peel Funeral Home directing.

 

 

 

David Russell Land, age 51, of Ebro, Florida  passed away January 4, 2010 at Bay Medical Center, Panama City, Florida.  He was born May 3, 1958 in Lakeland, Florida to the late Gilford and Lela Nell Harvey Land.  He was survived by one daughter Lela Lorine Land of Vernon, Florida; one sister, Linda Harris of Lynn Haven, Florida; his companion, Laurie Waller of Ebro; one niece Vanessa MacKomson; two nephews, Michael Harris and Chad Harris; and one great niece, Brooklyn Morning.  Funeral services were held January 9, 2010 Saturday 11:00 AM at Vernon Evangelistic Church with burial following at Ebro Community Cemetery.  Rev. James Guy officiated with Pell Funeral Home directing.

 

 

Harold Dwight Sober, age 85, of Chipley, died Monday, January 4th, 2010 at his home. A native of Leechburg, Pa., he had been a resident of Chipley since 1992, coming from Pennsylvania. Mr. Sober was a retired steel worker, a U.S. Army veteran of WWII, a member of the American Legion, V.F.W. and a member of the Chipley First United Methodist Church. He is preceded in death by his Wife; Etta Sober. Survivors include one Son; Dan Sober and Wife Cheryl of Chipley, one Daughter; Donna Pollick and Husband Ronald of Ford City, Pa., one Brother; Paul Sober of Leechburg, Pa., one Sister; Dorothy Sober of Leechburg, Pa., six Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Brown Funeral Home, Main Street Chapel Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 7th, 2010 at 10 A.M. at the Graveside in Memory Hill Cemetery in Dothan, Alabama. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

David Jerome Niles, age 64, of Graceville, Florida passed away January 4, 2010 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, Florida.  He was born November 7, 1945 in Seattle, Washington.  He was preceded in death by his parents, John Edwin and Lois Beasley Niles.  He was survived by his daughter, Terri Charlene Pate of Chipley, two sons, Jerome Niles and Bobby Niles and one brother Vincent Niles, and three sisters, Jennifer Niles, Connie Constances and Faith Elaine Niles all of Long Beach, California.   Memorialization was by cremation with arrangements by Peel Funeral Home.  

 

 

 

Chuck Michael Kriser, age 72 of Chipley, died Saturday, January 2nd, 2010, at his home. A native of Lansing, Michigan, he had been a resident here for the past 25 years, coming from Ocala, Florida. He was owner of Kriser Auto in Chipley and a member of the Chipley Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He is preceded in death by his Parents; Clair V. and Dorothy Mullen Kriser and a Daughter; Janine Kriser McKinney. Survivors include his Wife; Judy Kriser of Chipley,  three Sons; Michael Scott Kriser and his wife Stepanie of Chipley, Samuel Kriser and his wife Dorcas of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Clair Kriser and his wife Cindy of Chipley, two Daughters; Kathy Stewart and Husband Charles of Chipley, Karmen Sellers and her Husband Jeff of Marianna, and a Son-In-Law Richard McKinney of Ocala, Fla., five Brothers; Ben Kriser of Bonifay, Hal Kriser of Silver Springs, Fla., John Kriser of Mesa, Arizona, Phillip Kriser of California and Mark Kriser of Chipley, three Sisters; Ann Hunt of Ocala, Fla., Kay Clark of Morriston, Fla. and Joan White of Gilbert, Arizona, twenty four Grandchildren, fourteen Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.   

The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 8th , 2010 at 10 A.M. in the Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel with Bishop Charles Munns officiating. Interment will follow in Sims Cemetery. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Emerald Coast Hospice, 4374 Lafayette St. Marianna, Fla. 32446. Family and friends may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Arris Julian Cimino, 18 of Chipley , Florida  went home to be with the Lord January 1, 2010.

Arris was born July 8, 1991 in Lansing, Michigan. He was a 2009 graduate of Vernon High School. He worked for Signature Healthcare of North Florida in Graceville, Florida.  He was a member of the Altha United Methodist church. He had a passion for music and loved to play his guitars.He is survived by his mother Destyni Cimino of Chipley, Florida; father Todd Cope of Michigan; two brothers: Colton Padgett of McClenney, Florida and Brent McCrone of Chipley, Florida; sister Amelia McCrone of Chipley, Florida; Grandmother Kaycey Washington of Monroe, Georgia.Funeral services will be held10 AM Wednesday January 6, 2010  at the First United Methodist Church in Chipley, Florida with the Rev. Jerry May officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing.

Family will receive friends 6-8 PM Tuesday January 5, 2010 at Obert Funeral Home Chipley, Florida.

Donations may be to Destyni Cimino at Wachovia Bank account # 1010267528741.

 

 

 

Roy Lee Kellum, age 90 of Marianna, died Thursday. December 31st, 2009 in the Marianna Health and Rehab Center. A native of Geneva, Alabama, he had been a resident here since 1956, coming from Winter Haven, Florida. Mr. Kellum had retired as a janitor with the Florida Department of Transportation and was a member of Blue Lake Baptist Church in Chipley. He is predeceased by a Son; David Kellum and a Granddaughter; Kimberly Edenfield. Survivors include his Wife; Lois Lorene Kellum of Marianna, one Son; John W. Kellum and Wife Sara of Panama City Beach, two Daughters; Rhonda and Husband Jack Mulherin of Woolwine, Virginia, Brenda and Husband Rodney Edenfield of Clayton, N.C., eight Grandchildren and nine Great Grandchildren. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home Chapel, Main Street. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Main Street, with the Rev. Tim Evans officiating. Interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery in Chipley. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mr. Clyde Wilda Galloway, 84, of Bonifay, Florida passed away December 30, 2009 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in Tallahassee, FL.  He was born August 1, 1925 in Holmes County Florida to the late William A. and Charity Daisy Cotton Galloway.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 7 brothers, Cleo Galloway, Cliff Galloway, W.A. Galloway Jr., Murdoc Galloway, Reo Galloway, Drew ‘Boots’ Galloway, infant brother, Harvey Galloway; two sisters, Celeste Outlaw, Ruby Hutson.  Mr. Galloway is survived by his wife, Dorothy Davis Galloway of Bonifay, FL; a son, Clyde W. ‘Billy’ Galloway and wife, Melissa of Tallahassee, FL; a daughter, Cecilia ‘Cissy’ Rehwinkel and husband, Charles of Tallahassee, FL; 3 grandchildren, William A. ‘Will’ Galloway, Catherine Rehwinkel, AnnaLaura Rehwinkel; two brothers, Buford Galloway and C.C. ‘Bill’ Galloway and wife, Helen both of Sweet Gum Head, FL; two sisters, Vallie Riddle of Geneva, AL and Patricia Andrews of Sweet Gum Head, FL.  Services will be 10:30 AM CST Saturday, January 2, 2010 at First Baptist Church in Bonifay, FL with Rev. Shelly Chandler and Rev. David Lauen officiating.  Interment will be 2:30 PM EST Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Culley’s Meadow Wood Memorial Park in Tallahassee, FL with military honors.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Memorial contributions maybe given to your favorite charity or Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

 

 

 

Ernest (Fuzzy) S. Duke, age 56, of Panama City, Florida passed from this life on December 28, 2009 in Marianna, Florida.  He was born on November 16, 1953 in Camden , New Jersey to Ernest and Ella (Gillette) Duke.  He had resided in Panama City, Florida for the last 2 years coming from West Atlantic City, New Jersey. He was a retired, loyal and dedicated fireman, with the Atlantic City Fire Department in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He was of the Protestant  Faith.  He was a member of the Rollin Rods Car Club, and a avid hot rodder. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 4, 2009 at the Oakie Ridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Shane Hardesty officiating.Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Cremation will follow the services. He was preceded in death by a daughter Destiny Duke. Mr. Duke is survived by his Mother: Ella Rebecca Duke, Marianna , Florida . Wife: Joy Duke, Panama City Beach , Florida . 1 Son: Arthur Hartwell, III, Hammonton, New Jersey. One Step-Daughter: Erica Crouder, Ventnor, New Jersey. One Brother: Bill Duke and wife Melody, Alford , Florida . Special Niece and Nephew Cheryl and William Duke. Also a host of relatives from New Jersey, Maryland and Oregon. The McBrearty family will miss him dearly. Fuzzy  loved his Pets, Dutchess, Tilly and One Eye, he never turned a stray animal away, they will  surely miss him. He was a legend on his golf cart and loved sitting with his friends  on the beach at sunset everyday. His cup was always half full  never empty and his laughter will live on in our hearts forever. Flowers are being accepted or those wishing to, may make contributions to the Bay County Animal Shelter.

 

 

 

Barbara (Bobbie) Gayle Quattlebaum, 56, of Chipley, Florida passed from this life on Wednesday, December 30, 2009, in Chipley, Florida. Barbara had worked as a Nurse for more than 35 years. She was born on September 30, 1953, as the youngest daughter  of  William J. and Rhoda (Pitts) Quattlebaum  in Bonifay, Florida. She was lifelong resident of Chipley, Florida.  She was of Free Will Baptist Faith and a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church, in Chipley, Florida.  Funeral services will be at 3:00 P.M. on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, at the First Free Will Baptist Church, Chipley, Florida with the Rev. Ben Hull officiating. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. Vistation will be one hour prior  to the services at the church. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include by One Brother: Steve and wife Madlyn Quattlebaum, Chipley, Florida. Three Sisters: Brenda and husband Stanley Lane, Graceville, Florida, Shirley and husband Roger Grace, Ft. Walton Beach, Florida and Patsy and husband Regie Simmons, Crystal Lake, Florida. One Aunt: Nellie (James) Gasper.  Nephews: Todd Simmons, Guy Lane, Chad and Josh Grace. Nieces: Tracey Simmons, Summer Lane Forehand, and Ashleigh D. Watford. Seven Great Nieces and Five Great Nephews and numerous cousins. One Aunt: Nellie (James) Gasper.

 

 

 

Willliam O. Drummond, 95, of Cottondale, Florida passed from this life on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 in Dothan, Ala.  He was born on March 8, 1914 in Campbellton, Florida to John Henry and Vicie Lee (Dudley) Drummond. He was a lifelong resident of Cottondale, Florida. He was of the Holiness Faith and a member of the Oak Grove Church of God. He was a Active Farmer of 81 years up to the time of his death. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 2, 2010 at the Brown Funeral Home Chapel, on Brickyard Road, with Rev.. Pat Drummond, Rev. Kenneth Adkison and Rev. Gwynn Hayes officiating.  Interment will follow in the Lovewood Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 9:00 P.M. on Friday, January 1, 2010, at Brown Funeral Home, on Brickyard Road. He was preceded in death by his wife Jimmie Lee Drummond and daughter Marileigh Adkison. He is survived by One Son: Joe and wife Carolyn, Cottondale, Florida. Three Daughters: Barbara and husband Leonard Storm, Cottondale, Florida, Carolyn and husband Roy Kight, Hazelhurst, Georgia, and Linda and Armin Alexander, Cottondale, Florida. One Brother: Freddie Paul Drummond, Sneads, Florida. Three Sisters: Hazel Thompson, Jacksonville, Johnnie Sue Braxton, Winter Haven, Florida and Betty Ann Drummond, Cottondale, Florida. 23 grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren

 

 

David Christopher Paul, age 29 of Denham Springs, Louisiana, died Monday, December 28, 2009 in the Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City. A native of San Diego, California, he had been a resident of Denham Springs for the past three years. He was employed by B..J.’s Restaurant in Denham Springs and was a member of the New Zion Baptist Church. Survivors include his Father; Bobby Paul of Denham Springs, La., his Mother; Patti Paul of Panama City Beach, one Daughter; Caelin Paul of Walker, La., one Brother; Robby Paul of North Carolina, one Sister; Jennifer Paul of Panama City Beach and his Paternal Grandparents; Glen and Ceclia Paul of Graceville. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6 to 7 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main Street Chapel. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 31st, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Main Street, with the Rev. Johnny Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Marvin Chapel Cemetery in Graceville. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mrs. Lucille Hood Brock, age 87, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2009 at the Big Bend Hospice House in Tallahassee, FL.  Mrs. Brock was born on January 29, 1922 to the late Oliver and Annie May Hood.  She was a native of the Hinson Crossroads area in Washington County, where she resided for the majority of her life.  Mrs. Brock was a longtime member of Unity Baptist Church.  She was a doting wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed being a superb homemaker and cooking meals for her family.  She was renowned for her cooking skills.  She is preceded in death by her husband, USAF retiree Raz Brock, two brothers and three sisters.  Mrs. Brock is survived by two loving children, a daughter, Diane Lewis and husband, Billy of Quincy, FL; a son, Dana Brock and wife, Janet of Vernon, FL; three grandchildren, Joey Ferolito of Grapevine, TX, Dr. Sheri Brock of Auburn, AL, and Dana Raz Brock, Jr. of Panama City Beach, FL.  Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Unity Baptist Church in the Hinson’s Crossroads Community with Rev. Alan English officiating.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Erma Elizabeth Cobb, age 73 of Chipley, died Sunday, December 27th, in the Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley. A native of Ft. Pierce, Florida, she had been a resident of Washington County since 1973, coming from Tucson, Arizona. Mrs. Cobb was a phone operator and had retired from AT&T. She was of Baptist Faith. Survivors include her Husband; Charles L. Cobb of Chipley, one Son; Timothy Cobb of Vernon and one sister; Jerri Shimer of Port Orange, Florida. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 30th, 2009, at 2 P.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road, with the Rev. Bobby Pletcher officiating. Interment will follow in Wachob Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mrs. Ethel Butler Faulks, age 100, died December 27, 2009 at Washington Rehab and Nursing Center in Chipley, FL.  She was born December 8, 1909 in Vixen, LA to her late parents, Thomas Armstrong and Katie Lamore Hargrove Butler.

    Ethel was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in North Crossett, AK. She lived in Crossett, AK from 1937-1971, then moved to Monroe, LA, then to Vernon, FL in 1974-1993, at which time she moved to Gonzales, LA with daughter, Shirley till 2005, then completed her earthly life in Vernon, FL to be with her savior.

    She was preceded in death by her husband, John Dyke Faulks; brothers, William Howard Butler and Ivy Lee Butler; sisters, Willie Mae Butler Haddox and Bessie Mae Butler Watts.   She is survived by two daughters, Elaine Faulks Knight of Vernon, FL and Shirley Faulks Porter of Vernon, FL; one brother, Cecil Butler of Eatonton, GA; two grandchildren, Tammy Knight Maxwell and Challis Faith Porter Sanders; four great-grandchildren, Justin Miller, Amber Miller, John Robert Owens, David Lee Sanders; one great-great-grandchild, Gavin Ryder Owens; several nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Palestine Church and Cemetery in Vixen, LA.  Family will receive friends from 1-2 PM at Palestine Church with Riser & Son Funeral Home directing.  Peel Funeral Home in Bonifay, FL in charge of local arrangements.

 

 

 

Charles Edward James, age 89 of Chipley, died Friday December 18th, 2009, in Chipley. A native of Portsmouth, Ohio, he had been a resident of Chipley since 1980. He was a retired mechanic for Yellow Freight Company and a U.S.. Army veteran of WW II. He is predeceased by his Parents; Bertha and Handsford James, three Sisters; Patty Galbard, Virginia Patton and Mary Ann Loper and one Brother; Wade James and many Nieces and Nephews. Survivors include  two Sons; Richard James and his wife Nancy of Rockbridge, Ohio and Phillip James and his wife Carolyn of Chipley, one Daughter; Dianna Kitchen and her Husband Charles of Ottawa, Ohio, three Brothers; Harold James of Sandusky, Ohio, Harry James of Minford, Ohio and Billy James of Florida, four Sisters; Norma Jean Vaugh of Marion, Ohio, Louise Joseph of Portsmouth, Ohio, Cynthia Evans of Portsmouth, Ohio, and Debby Mease of Phoenix, Arizona. Six Grandchildren; Beth Daivi, Chuck Kitchen Jr., Mike Kitchen, Rene James, Rick James and Phillip James Jr., thirteen Great Grandchildren; Hayley, Megan, Lexie, Connor, Addison Kitchen, John, Jessica James, Lane Quinn, Katie and Gavin Kitchen, Cole and Clay James and Cameron Clark. Memorialization will be by cremation. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Marion Hawthorne Spangenberg, 77, of Chipley, Florida, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2009, at the Homestead Village, Pensacola, Florida.

     Mrs. Spangenberg was born January 3, 1932, in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Ernold and Irene Hawthorne. Her early years were spent in Decatur, Georgia and she graduated from Bessie Tift College. She lived most of her adult life in Chipley where she was a very active member of First Baptist Church, Chipley, and taught math at Vernon and Chipley High Schools.  Mrs. Spangenberg was also involved in volunteer work with the Scouts, the Council on Aging, and Disaster Relief efforts of the American Red Cross and the Florida Baptist Convention.  She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Theodore “Ted” S. Spangenberg and five children:  Sandra Durr (Jimmie), Ted Spangenberg, Jr. (Barbara), Caryl Fasbinder (Stephen), Diane Corbin (Michael), and Erin Hernandez (Jon).  She is also survived by fifteen grandchildren: Kristin, Ted III, Jo Anne, Mike Jr, Lianne, Melissa, Jessica, Chad, Denise, Katie, Nick, Connie, Christopher, Clarissa, and Clay; and 10 great-grandchildren, Tad, Tyler, Meghan, Alex, Emma, Gabriel, Naomi, Iris, Ava, and Kylie.

     Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, December 18, from 6:30 – 9:00 PM at First Baptist Church, Chipley.  The funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 19, at 10:00 AM at the church, with the graveside service to follow at Glenwood Cemetery, Chipley. Pallbearers will be her grandsons.  Honorary pallbearers will be her Sunday School class, the Ruby Daniels Class. 

      Donations in Mrs. Spangenberg’s memory may be made to West Florida Baptist Association, P.O. Box 651, Chipley, FL 32428, ATTN: “Love in Action” or the Boy Scouts of America, 9440 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL, 32514, ATTN: “Camp Improvement Fund.”  Special thanks are given to Covenant Hospice and the staff of Homestead Village, Pensacola. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements.

 

 

 

Mrs. Marion H. Spangenberg, a.k.a. "Mrs. Ted", passed away peacefully on
the night of Sunday, December 13, 2009.  Not only was she the matriarch
of the Spangenberg scouting family (including the 4 Theodores + Tara,
Erin/Chris/Clay Hernandez, Nick Fasbinder, Chad Barton, Mike Corbin, et
al) here in the Gulf Coast Council, many of our longer-time scouters
will remember that she was a tireless volunteer on the STSR Summer Camp
staff during the late 80's and the 90's.

Visitation with the family will be on Friday, December 18, from 6:30
p.m. until 9:00 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 1300 South Blvd.,
Chipley, Florida, with funeral services the following morning, Saturday,
12/19/09, at 10 a.m. at the same location.  Scout uniforms would be
appropriate attire at either time.

Nothing is requested, except your prayers for "Mr. Ted" and the family
and your gratitude for her service to youth, but memorial donations may
be sent to:

Boy Scouts of America
9440 University Parkway
Pensacola, FL 32514
Attn: Camp Improvement Fund

 

 

 

 

Dea. Calvin McDougald, 86 of Chipley, Florida, formerly of Panama City, Florida, passed away Dec. 9 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital.  He was a native of Washington County and of the Baptist faith where he served as a Deacon.  He was a great musician directing choirs throughout Florida and surrounding areas.  He was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy.

     A Musical Celebration will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 16th at Jerusalem Baptist Church in Chipley with the Rev. Price Wilson and the Rev. Malcom Nelson officiating.  Interment will follow in the Northside Cemetery in Chipley with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.

     Survivors include his children:  Edward McDougald, David (Sheryl) McDougald and Lanika McDougald; sister: Jenell Cotton; Step-sisters: Ada Merriel and Inell Edwards; special nieces:  Edna McElroy and Louise McDougald; six grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.  The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to service.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Shellie Leath Ward, 96 of Noma, Florida, passed away Dec. 11, 2009 at her residence in Noma.  She was a native and of Elna, Florida, but resided in Noma most of her life.  She was a dedicated member of St. Mark A.M.E. Church for many years and served hot meals to the community as a volunteer.  In addition Shellie had a passion for helping others and was known to many as a devoted community activist.  Her True Passion was always living for the Lord and her Family.

      Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19th at St. Marks A.M.E. Church in Noma, Florida with the Rev. Douglas Jones, the Rev. Laura Hollaway and the Rev. Reba Sorey officiating.  Interment will follow in the Leath Cemetery Old Columbia, Alabama with the Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing.  The remains will in repose at the church from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, until time for the services at 11 a.m.

     She leaves to cherish her memory special devoted nephews/sons:  Sam (Jeannette), Eugene (Gwendolyn) Leath; sisters-in-law: Allie V. Leath of Noma, Fl., Berthea M. Leath of Inwood, N.Y. and Cromie Leath of Tallahassee, Fl.; countless nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. Visitation at Cooper Funeral Home will be from 9 a.m. Friday until 9 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Myrtice Ellis Smith, age 90, of Bonifay, Florida passed away December 12, 2009 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay.  She was born February 7, 1919 in Bonifay, FL to the late Manzie and Pearl Hollis Ellis.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith is preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Smith; one brother, Ben Ellis; two sisters, Eileen Ganius and Inez Wright.  Mrs. Smith is survived by two sons, Haywood Smith and wife, Sarah and Charles Smith and wife, Rhonda both of Bonifay, FL; one grandson, Eddie Wayne Smith of Bonifay, FL; three great-grandchildren, Brandi Lynn Rotello & husband, Ryan of Bonifay, FL, Candice Lee Smith of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Seth Smith of Bonifay, FL.  Services will be 11:00 AM Monday, December 14, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tommy Moore officiating.  Interment will follow in the Bonifay City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Virginia W. Rucker, age 97 of Chipley, died Wednesday, December 9, 2009 in the Washington County Rehab and Nursing Center, in Chipley. She was born May 29th, 1912 in Callensburg, Pennsylvania to William Thomas and Edna Mae (Wilson) Rankin. Mrs. Rucker spent many years working for J.C. Penny and Hills Department Stores in New Castle Pennsylvania, and Warren, Ohio. After retirement, she moved to Florida. She is preceded in death by her husbands Jay Bashline and W.C Rucker, parents and her loving children; Edna Wilson and William (Bill) Bashline. Survivors include one Daughter; Doris Groove of New Castle, Pa., 8 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren and 20 Great-Great Grandchildren. Funeral services will be Tuesday, December 15th at 2:00 P.M. Eastern, at the graveside in Craig Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Augustine, Florida with Dr. Dudley Weaver officiating. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Commadeen Wright Brigham, 82 of Chipley, Florida, passed away Dec. 8, 2009 in a medical center.  She was a native and life long resident of Washington County and of the Baptist faith.  Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 14, 2009 at Mt. Ararat Missionary Baptist Church in Chipley with the Rev. Dr. H.G. McCollough, the Rev. T. Smith, the Rev. L.V. Farmer officiating.  Interment will follow in the Northside Cemetery in Chipley with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.  Survivors include her children:  Martha Brigham, John Brigham, Jr., Rosa Kent, James Brigham, Calvin and Vinnie Brigham, all of Chipley, Vida Mae Bellamy of Cottondale, Corine Brown, Robert Brigham, both of Melbourne, Florida, and Isaac Brigham of pensacola, Florida; brothers and sisters:  Emma Russel of Date City, Florida, Leo Wright and Lambe Wright, both of Mims, Florida, Anna Lee Wright of Chipley and Magaline Gravel of Bartow, Florida; adopted Rev. Jessie and Paralee Ward of Daytona Beach, 21 grandchildren, 37 great-grands; 7 great-great-grands and many other relatives and friends.   The remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to services.

 

 

 

 

Mr. Jim Johns, 72 of Lake City, Florida, formerly of Caryville, Florida, passed away Dec. 3, 2009 in Lake City.  He was of the Baptist faith and a long time employee of Daniel Lumber Company of Lake City.  Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009 with the Rev. Price Wilson, the Rev. James Johns, Minister Calvin Pierce and Elder Tony Howard officiating.  Rev. R.E. Hudson Pastor.  Interment will follow in the St. Mary Cemetery, caryville, with the Willis O. Cooper Funeral Home of Lake City directing.  Survivors include his wife Delois Johns, his children:  Milton Benton (Yolanda), Jennell Ficklin, Anaisha Coker, Johnnie and Randall Smith; Siblings: Mae Peterson, Joseph Johns, Ludie Mae Everett and the Rev. James Johns (Willie Mae), 8 grandchildren, 16 great-grands and many other relatives and friends.

 The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to services.

 

 

 

Mr. Preston Eugene ‘Gene’ Brown was born on October 18, 1928 in Mitchell County, Georgia.  He was the first born child of Frankie Eugenia Posey and William Preston Brown. 

     The family farmed in south Georgia. Preston grew up helping his parents farm.  He was moved around quite a bit in his young life.  He attended nine schools.  He helped his father farm until, at the age of 20, he married Ella Mae Duke, from Hartsfield, Georgia and had a child, Martha Jean.

     When Preston was 23, he decided he had enough of the farming business and the family moved to Albany, Georgia.  Preston made a living building homes, commercial swimming pools, and generally whatever needed to be built.  He moonlighted in his backyard for years building custom cabinets for homes.

     He owned his own construction companies and drew plans for the home he built.  He has supervised work on multi-million dollar water and waste water treatment facilities.  Some of the localities he did this work were…Georgia, Florida, Oklahoma, North Carolina and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

     His wife Ella Mae passed away and he married Ethel Hull of Jacksonville, Florida.  She to passed away in 2001.  He has resided in Vernon, Florida across the street from his daughter, Martha, and son-in-law David Soderberg since January 2002.  He has two granddaughters, Allison Rinaldi and Shelly Soderberg, both of Albuquerque, New Mexico and has two great-grandchildren, Logan and Bethany Fikes.  Among his hobbies were guitar picking, gut-bucket playing, and the comedian in a small band.  He is an avid reader, movie watcher and TVaholic.  He can tell funny stories with the best of them, and most are even true!

     Some of his stories as he looks back on his childhood are about how poor his family was.  He played ball by himself with a tobacco stick and used rocks for balls; rode a bicycle on a fence post for thousands of miles; painted rocks to hunt for Easter eggs.

     Preston can entertain you for a few minutes or a few hours, depending on how much time you have to listen.  Preston has two brothers, Clifford and wife, Olene of Combs, Texas, who is a Baptist missionary and Johnny Mack, of Perry, Florida who is a Forester.  Preston moved onto the third floor at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in the spring of 2009.

     Mr. Brown passed away December 9, 2009 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital.  Memorial services will be 3:00 PM Monday, December 14, 2009 at Sale City Baptist Church in Sale City, Georgia.  In lieu of flowers contributions in memory made to Sale City Baptist Church, Sale City, Georgia 31784.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, Florida in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

 

Michael Edward Street , age 51 of Caryville, died Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 in the Bay Medical Center in Panama City . A native and life-long resident of Washington County , he was an independent landscaping contractor. Mr. Street was a U.S. Army veteran and was of Baptist Faith. Survivors include his Mother; Lilly Street of Caryville, three Brothers: Robert Street of Panama City , Florida , Walter Street of Caryville and William Street of Chipley, one Sister; Mary (Libby) McNaron and Husband Danny Mike of Wausau . The family will receive friends Friday evening December 11th, from 6 to 7 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main St . Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday December 12th, 2009 at 10 A.M. in the Chapel of Brown Funeral Home, Main St . with the Rev. Tim Bush officiating. Interment will follow in Hard Labor Cemetery. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Willie Kay Kellum, Jr., age 50, of Bonifay, Florida passed away December 5, 2009 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay.  He was born May 11, 1959 in Donalsonville, Georgia to the late Willie Kay and Theo Lucille Holland Kellum, Sr.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Kellum is preceded in death by one brother, Milton Blackman and one granddaughter, Tiffany Thomas.  Mr. Kellum is survived by his wife, Nancy Kay Blackburn Kellum of Bonifay, FL; eight children, Margaret Owens of Graceville, FL, Matthew Kellum of Punta Gorda, FL, Dustin Crutchfield of Panama City, FL, Jonathon Kellum of Bonifay, FL, Nancy Thompson and husband, Thomas of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Kimberly Holmes and husband, Anthony of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Robert Thomas and wife, Jessica of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Jason Thomas and wife, Becky of DeFuniak Springs, FL; 16 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; one brother, Ed Kellum and wife, Donna Crutchfield of Great Falls, MT; one sister, Virginia Holland and husband, Royce of Bonifay, FL; several nieces and nephews.  Services were 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Hood officiating.  Interment followed in the Ephesus Community Cemetery in Jackson County with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

 

Howard Melton Blount, age 68 of Wausau, died Monday, December 7th, 2009 in the Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City. A native of Esto, he had been a resident of Wausau for the past 32 years. Mr. Blount was a self-employed contractor, a 1960 graduate of Holmes County High School, a former Wausau City Councilman and Wausau Mayor for 10 years. He was a Mason and was of Methodist faith. Survivors include his Wife; Marlene Carter Blount of Wausau and one Son; Derek Blount of Wausau. The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 from 5 to 7 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Chapel. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 10th, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Brickyard Road Chapel with the Rev. James Barwick and Rev. Mike Orr officiating. Interment will follow in Wausau Memorial Gardens. Brown Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Harold Seeley Storms, age 84 of Chipley, died Saturday, December 5th, 2009 in the Bay Medical Center. A native of Amity, New York, he had been a resident of Chipley for the past 35 years, coming from New Jersey. Mr. Storms had retired as Superintendent of the Sunny Hills Golf Course, was a member of the Elks Club and was of Methodist Faith. Survivors include his Wife of 65 years; Ada Rose of Chipley, one Daughter; Nancy McMahon of Chipley, two Brothers; Everett Storms of Creedmoor, N.C. and Robert Storms of Sparrow Bush, N.Y. , three Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren. Memorialization will be by cremation. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

George "Dusty" Rhodes, born October 17, 1931 in Chipley, Florida, died December 3, 2009 at a local hospital. He was the son of James Andrew and Mannio Mayday Morris Rhodes. He graduated from Chipley High School and began a 20 year career in service to his country in the Army and then later in the United States Air Force. He retired in 1970 at the rank of MSgt. During his service career, Dusty was stationed in Hawaii, Oregon, and Nova Scotia as well as Hurlburt and Tyndall AFBs in Florida. Dusty served in both the Korean and Vietnam wars. After retirement, Dusty worked at Bay Medical Center as well as owning an accounting business. Finally, Dusty owned and operated Callaway Vacuum which he sold in 1992.

Dusty is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, JoAnn Davis Rhodes, one son Thomas Andrew Rhodes (Beverly) and one daughter, Julia Rhodes Ruschmann (David). Dusty is also survived by one granddaughter, Meredith Elizabeth Rhodes, who was the joy of his life. Dusty is survived as well by one brother, Donald Rhodes (Linda) of Chipley, two sisters, Lorene Logue of Dothan, Alabama, and Willadene Hutton of Michigan, two sisters-in-law, Elouise Winslett (Arnold) of Panama City and Betty Lage (Larry) of Atlanta, Georgia, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Dusty was predeceased by his parents, brothers, Jack and Byron Rhodes, sister-in-law Valorie Tate, and grandson, Matthew Michael Rhodes.

Dusty was a member of St. Andrew Baptist Church. Everyone who knew Dusty enjoyed his sense of humor. He enjoyed reading, listening to music, and playing cards with friends. In his later months, Dusty was a happy man if he had a good book to read, the music he loved, and family around him.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Ron Sinacrope, Lorelei and the caring staff at the Coastal Kidney/Dialysis Center for their loving, patient care over the past years.

Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. in the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Michael Claunch and Rev. Eric Ellis officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Gardens with full military honors conducted at the graveside. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2 – 4 p.m. Those desiring may make memorial donations to the St. Andrew Baptist Church Building Fund in memory of George Rhodes.

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Richard Donald Milam, age 62, of Chipley, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Bay Medical Center in Panama City, Florida. Mr. Milam was born on September 30, 1947, in Tampa Florida to John and Rose (Valdez) Milam. He had resided in Chipley, Florida since 1982 coming from Tampa, Florida. Survivors include his wife Vivan Milam, Chipley, Florida. 2 Sons: Richard and Michael Milam both of Chipley, Florida. One Daughter, Stacy Finch, Chipley, Florida. One Brother, David Milam, Tampa, Florida.  Four Sisters, Vivian Thompson, Obrien, Florida, Lucy Lucier, Lake City, Florida, Cecilia Morris, Tampa, Florida and Joyce Tillis, Orlando, Florida. Two Grandchildren Ciarra and Austin Lee. Memorialization will be by Cremation under the direction of Brown Funeral Home, Chipley, Florida.

 

 

Robert Earl Williams, age 78 of Chipley, Florida, died Monday, November 30, 2009 at North West Florida Community Hospital. He was born October 8, 1931 in Noma, Florida to William and Sallie (Blue) Williams Sanford.He worked for D.O.T in the Compliance Office. He was of the Methodist faith and a member of the First United Methodist Church of Chipley. He was a Master Sergeant in the U.S A.F for 21 years, a mason member of the Orion Masonic Lodge in Chipley. Survivors include his wife Eva Williams of Chipley, Florida; one son; Rob Williams and wife Tina of Lynn Haven Florida, one daughter; Susan Grimes and husband Harry of Chipley, Florida, one sister; Helen Hill and husband Tommy of Panama City, Florida, two grandchildren; John Williams and Jessica Williams and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be 10:00A.M. Friday December 4, 2009 at 1st Methodist Church in Chipley with Rev. Jerry May officiating. Visitation will be Thursday December 3, 2009 from 5:00 to 7:00P.M, at Brown Funeral Home Hwy 77 Chapel. Interment will follow at Noma City Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. Family will be excepting flowers or donations can be made to 1st United Methodist Church of Chipley building fund. Special thanks to the 2nd floor nurses and staff at North West Florida Community Hospital. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

Estel L. (Wimp) Peel, Age 78, of Tampa, Florida passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2009 at the Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City, Florida.  He was born on January 25, 1931 in Kynesville, Florida, to James S. Sr. and Eva (Hayes) Peel. He had resided in Tampa, Florida since 1980. He is survived by his wife Lynette Peel, of Tampa, Florida. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Brown Funeral Home, from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorialization will be by Cremation with Brown Funeral Home Directing.

 

 

 

Douglas L. Wright, age 56 of Chipley, died Saturday, November 28th, 2009, at his home. A native of Stampede, Alaska, he had been a resident of Chipley for the past eight years, coming from Hartford, Alabama. He was a heavy equipment mechanic for Trawick Construction Company and formerly with Beard Equipment Company. He was a member of the Church of God in Bonifay. He is survived by his Fiancé; Pearl Smith of Chipley, his Mother; Colette Wright of West Springfield, Mass, two Daughters; Jessica Wright of Dothan and Kim Wright of Slocomb, Alabama, four Brothers: Arthur Wright of Montgomery, Mass., Theodore Wright of Montgomery, Mass., Forest Wright of West Springfield, Mass, and Daniel Wright of also of West Springfield, Mass., one Sister; Susan Wright of Montgomery. Mass. and six Grandchildren. Cremation will be followed by private memorial service at a later date. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net. Brown Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  

 

 

 

Eddie L. Watkins, age 64 of Chipley, died Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at his home. A native and life-long resident of Chipley, he was a retired mechanic, auto transporter and auto salesman. He served with the U. S. Army in Vietnam and was of Baptist faith. Survivors include Nieces and Nephews; Nancy J. Danford, Lois Jean Watkins, Sandra Gail Weeks, Janie Watkins, Cindy Watkins, Norma Jean Moody, George Allen Watkins, Allen Richard Watkins, Phillip Watkins, Fletcher Watkins, Richard Lee Watkins, Joey Forehand, Johnny D. Weeks, Terry Weeks, Brenda Forehand and Johnny Weeks Sr. Cremation will be followed by private services at a later date. Brown Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Virginia Irene Ellis, 75, of Caryville died November 25, 2009 at her home.  She was born in Caryville April 9, 1934, the fourth of seven children to the late John Samuel Peters and Tippie Virgie Sanders.  Survivors include her son Andrew Ellis and wife Linda of Monticello; her daughter Teri Kay and husband Bob Hausner of Bonifay; her son Matthew Ellis of Monterey, California; and her grandchildren Jarrod Ellis of Tallahassee and David and Allison Hausner, both of Bonifay.  She is also survived by her brothers James A. ‘Jimmy’ and Rodney A. ‘Ronnie’ Peters and their wives, all of Bonifay; and numerous nephews and nieces.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, James A. Ellis; brothers Ernest W. and J. Carter Peters, both of Caryville; and sisters Betty M. Bradley of Quincy and Bonnie J. Davis of Bonifay.

     A dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother, she lovingly supported her husband’s Air Force and public service careers, which included frequent family relocations and separation during his tours of duty in Korea and Vietnam.  After retiring from the military, the couple returned to their hometown where they lived their remaining years together happily near family and friends.

     She was known to her loved ones as a creative and prolific seamstress, photographer, and painter in oils.  Her entries earned several first place and best-of-show ribbons at the Holmes County Fair.

     Her children wish to extend their heartfelt gratitude to her caregiver, Phyllis O’Neal-Merrill, whose unwavering friendship and devotion during the last months of their mother’s life far surpassed any services expected of her.

     Services were held on November 28 at Peel Funeral Home with Rev. Ralph Merchant officiating, followed by interment at Caryville Cemetery.

 

 

 

Mrs. Rosa Marylene “SUGAR” Willis age 93 of Vernon, Florida, died in Panama City on November 24th, 2009.  She was a native of Ohio , the daughter of John Gilbert and Eva Gornall; but had resided in the Panama City Beach and Vernon area since 1952.  She was a devoted wife and companion, assisting her husband, the late Rev. Frank Willis, in singing, evangelistic, pastoral church work and was always at her husband’s side.  She graduated from high school in Ohio , and was employed by Curtiss Wright Corp (Navy plane factory) during World War II.  She was a member of the Abigail Free Will Baptist Church.

            She is survived by her brother Col. (Ret) Lowell Gornall, of Atlanta , Georgia and many nieces, nephews and friends.  In addition to her Husband, her parents, two brothers and one sister preceded her in death.

            Funeral services for Mrs. Willis will be held at Abigail Free Will Baptist Church in Vernon, Tuesday, December 1st at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Troy Lee Walsingham officiating.  Interment will follow in New Hope Methodist Church Cemetery south of Vernon, Florida beside her husband.

            The family will receive friends at Abigail Free Will Baptist Church from 10AM to 11 AM prior to services. Brown Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

 

 

 

Mr. Paul August Morrell, age 75, of Panama City, Florida passed away November 23, 2009 at his daughter’s home in Lynn Haven, FL.  He was born August 25, 1934 in Ebro, FL to the late Clarence M. and Eula Gertrude Russell Morrell.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Morrell is preceded in death by one brother, Shelton McKinney and one sister, Dorothy Martin.  Mr. Morrell is survived by his wife of 51 years, Nancy Ruth Walker Morrell of Panama City, FL; two sons, Tim Morrell and wife, Carol of Bruce, FL and James Morrell of Pensacola, FL; two daughters, Maxine Moore and husband, Alan of Lynn Haven, FL and Paula Medeiros and husband, Rick of Panama City Beach, FL; three sisters, Eva Barnes and husband, Ozzie of Lillian, AL, Adean Gilley of Bruce, FL, Edie Burch of Lynchburg, VA; 7 grandsons, Aric, Jesse and wife, Amanda, Kameron, Clayton, Greg, Nicholas, Matthew; 1 great-grandson, Little Paul.  Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Friday, November 27, 2009 at Ebro Community Cemetery with Rev. Michael Young officiating.  Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Wednesday, November 25 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel in Vernon, FL.  Memorial contributions may be given to Emerald Coast Hospice.

 

 

 

Eric Ronald Pyles, 50, of Chipley, Florida, passed away Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009 in the Northwest Florida Community Hospital.  He was a native of Hillsborough County and a long time resident of Washington County, Florida and Jacob, Florida.   Funeral service will be at Noon on Saturday, Nov. 28th (CST) at Yes Lord Church of God in Christ with Elder David Wood officiating.  Interment will follow in the St. Mary Baptist Church Cemetery, Jacob City, Florida, with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing.  Survivors include his wife, Patricia Ann Patton Pyles;  stepchildren, Shawn Patton, Mario and Tendrick Keith, all of Chipley; brothers & sisters, James Pyles (Addie Sue), Herbert Pyles (IRene), Lenriha Pyles, Irentha Ford (Willie) of Jacob City, Florida, and many other relatives and friends.  The Remains will lie in State at the church one hour prior to service, with the Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida, directing.

 

 

 

 

Otis Belser, 60, of Chipley, Bonifay and Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, passed away Nov. 22, 2009 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay.  He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War and a construction worker.  Funeral service will be conducted at Noon on Monday, Nov. 30th at Sylvania Heights First Baptist Church in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, with the Rev. David Cason officiating.  Interment will follow in the Beal Memorial Cemetery in Ft. Walton Beach with the Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing, and with Military Honors.  Survivors include a daughter and son, Teresa Vincent (James) of Lithonia, Georgia and Torrance Beams of Dallas, Texas; three grandchildren, Brandon Chambers, Al and Taylor Hill of Lithonia, Georgia; five brothers,  Peter (Betty) Belser, Mose (Jarlene) Belser of Ft. Walton Beach, Frederick (Brenda) Belser of Union City, Georgia, Travis (Sandra) Belser of Fayetteville, Georgia and David (Susan) Belser of Jonesboro, Georgia; six sisters, Elouise Harmon, Edna (Randolph) Ford, Connie Reel of Ft. Walton Beach, Ida Jones, Carol Belser, Chicago, Illinois, Odyessa (Benjamin) Dirden of Canton, Michigan; sister-in-law Betty Belser of Augusta, Georgia, and many other relatives and friends.  The Remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to service.

 

 

 

 

Helen Ann Hardy-Plummer, age 32 of Riverview, Florida died Saturday, November 21st in Riverview. A native of Greenville, South Carolina, she had been a resident of Riverview for the past six years, moving there from Niceville, Fla. She was a cosmetologist and was of Assembly of God Faith. Survivors include her Mother; Debbie Ann Westerfield of Clearwater, Fla., her Father; Bert Hardy and wife; Sharon of Riverview, two Sons:  Anthony Robert Plummer of Kansas City, Kansas, and Asa William Preston of Riverview, Fla. two Brothers: Steve Hardy of Hawaii and John Thomas Jr. of Kansas City, Kansas. The family will receive friends Friday, November 27th from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main St. Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 28th , 2009 at 11:00 A.M. at the Graveside in Hardy Cemetery near Vernon with the Rev. Brad Morris officiating. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Clara Fay Deese, age 65, of Chipley, died Tuesday, November 24, 2009 in the Washington County Convalescent Center. A native and life-long resident of Washington County, she was a farm worker for the Nelson Family in Chipley and a member of the Someone To Care Church near Wausau. She is preceded in death by her Husband; J.C. Deese, survivors include; two Daughters; Vickie Kinney and Husband Robert of Chipley, and Donna Pierce of Chipley, three Brothers; Ronald Jackson of Youngstown, Fla., Ervin Jackson of Marianna and Thomas Jackson of Chattahoochee, four Sisters; Emma Hysmith of Chipley, Frances Cutchins of Alford, Myrtle Legar of Dothan and Brenda Jackson of Chipley and two Grandchildren; Miss Carol Kinney and James Thomas (Bubba) Kinney. The family will receive friends Friday, November 27th from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main St. Chapel. Funeral services will be held Friday at11:00 A.M. at the graveside in Rock Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Danny Jackson officiating.

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Betty Dean McKenzie, age 77, of Bonifay, Florida passed away November 21, 2009 at Washington Rehab and Nursing Center in Chipley, FL.  She was born December 22, 1931 in Enterprise, AL to the late Ollie and Thelma Thames Arrington.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Chester McKenzie; one brother, Bobby Arrington; one sister, Peggy Arrington.  She is survived by seven sons, Buster Radcliff and wife, Barbara of Pensacola, FL, Willie Ratcliff and wife, Judy of Pensacola, FL, Mike Ratcliff and wife, Teresia of Bonifay, FL, John Ratcliff of Chipley, FL, David Ratcliff of Chipley, FL, Andy Ratcliff of Marianna, FL, Loyd McKenzie of Chipley, FL; two daughters, Teresa Lassitter and husband, Charlie of Chipley, FL, Lynn Ratcliff of Ponce de Leon, FL; two brothers, Jimmy Arrington and wife, Janette of Sherman, TX, James Arrington of Newton, AL; 8 grandchildren, Billy Ray Radcliff, Linda Cox, Josh Radcliff, Jacob Radcliff, Rachael Radcliff, Kayla Ratcliff, Jessica Slaughter-Drake, Kyle Slay; 2 great-grandchildren.  Services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Campgound Church in Holmes County Florida with Rev. Lavon Burke officiating.  Interment will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Meadowlawn Cemetery in Enterprise, AL.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

Lillian S. Harrell, age 94, of Chipley, died Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 in the Northwest Florida Community Hospital. She was born March 1st, 1915 in Washington County to the late George and Minnie (Creamer) Sapp. A life-long resident of Washington County, she was a homemaker and member since November 25th, 1947 of the First Baptist Church in Chipley and a member of the Triple L. She is preceded in death by her Husband Leslie Harrell. Survivors include three Daughters; Shelby and Husband John McElligott of Pensacola, Fla., Nina and Husband Don Brown of Chipley and Vicki Diaz of Detroit, Michigan, one Sister Arvie Yongue of Chipley, nine Grandchildren; Harry Hammond, Mary Gay Betaham, Vanessa Strickland, Cindy Rawls, Eric Brown, Greta Harris, Jaime Anema, Sean Diaz and Patrick Diaz, ten Great Grandchildren; Jonothan Hammond, Jameson Hammond, Jessica Sovel, Adam Padgett, Hannah Ashe, Ryan Brown, Jordan Brown, Ava Harris, Sarah Strickland and Colton Betaham. One Great Great Granddaughter; Gracelyn Sovel.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main St. Chapel. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. in the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Michael Orr officiating. Interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home of Chipley directing. Flowers are being accepted or contributions may be made to the building fund of First Baptist Church in Chipley. Friends and family may sign the online register at www. brownfh.net.

 

 

 

 

Jon Allen Haines, husband, father and educator, passed on November 18th, 2009. He uncomplainingly and courageously fought the good fight with the terrible disease of lung cancer. Visitation was Friday, November 20th and funeral services were Saturday November 21st.  Both services were held at Peel Funeral Home.

 

Jon was born on Nov. 6, 1946, in Lafayette, IN to Foster and Joanne Young Haines, who resided in Delphi, IN.  He attended Pittsburg, Indiana Grade School, Ft Myers Junior High and was a 1964 graduate of Fort Myers High School.  He also attended Edison Community College and later graduated from The University of West Florida in 1970.  It was there he met the love of his life, Olivia Hammack Haines.  They were married on June 1, 1969, at Hinson’s Cross Roads.

 

In 1971, they returned to the Holmes/Washington area where he was an educator at Bonifay Elementary for 23 years.  Many of his students and colleagues remember him for his kindness and patience in the classroom, his model-railroading, the science experiments, the productions, such as Babes in Toyland, the BES Morning Show and his introduction of computers into the classroom.  When the time came in 1994 to leave the classroom, he couldn’t leave the educational system.  It was there he began the second stage of his career at PAEC (Panhandle Area Education Consortium).  He spent his time there as a technology consultant and in media productions.  As part of his work there, he recently received a 2009 Classic Telly Award for his documentary, Veteran’s Day:  Honoring our Heritage.  Over the years he had a wide variety of jobs and interests on the side, some of the most memorable being Chimney Sweep, Scout Master and Videographer.  Regardless of what he was doing, it was never “just a job” and was done with sincerity and humility.

 

Jon leaves behind him his most treasured possession, his family. He and his wife Olivia were married for 40 years and were the parents of Marcy Cunningham of Atlanta, GA, and Deanna Haines of Vernon.  Jon also cared greatly for his son-n-law, Jeff, husband to Marcy.  Very near to his heart, was his large family.   Jon's father, Foster, passed away in 2005 and his mother Joanne now resides in Jacksonville, FL. Jon leaves two brothers, Gary with wife Judy, Patrick, two sisters, Janet with husband Mark, and Nancy with husband Carter, three adoring aunts, Roberta Shaver, Ermina Williams, and Frances Mansfield, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.  To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. William Henry Hardy, age 62, of Bonifay, Florida passed away November 19, 2009 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center.  He was born November 20, 1946 in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.  He is preceded in death by his father, Henry Monroe Hardy and brother-in-law, Danny Anderson.  Mr. Hardy is survived by his mother, Rebecca Jane Grant Hardy of Milton, FL; one sister, Ann Anderson of Milton, FL; aunt, Pat Pettis and husband, John of Bonifay, FL.  Services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ed Bell and Rev. John Pettis.  Interment will follow in the Red Bay Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Emerald Coast Hospice 4374 Lafayette Street, Marianna, FL 32447 or Cerebral Palsy Foundation.

 

 

 

Mr. Whitson Marion Holley, age 81, of Vernon, Florida passed away November 18, 2009 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center in Dothan, AL.  He was born September 29, 1928 in Hacoda, Alabama to the late Dan Felix and Hettie Elizabeth Simmons Holley.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Holley is preceded in death by one son, Aubrey Eugene Holley.  He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lucille Phillips Holley of Vernon, FL; one son, Billy Holley and wife, Janet of Mobile, AL; two daughters, Virginia Hubler and wife, Herbie of Cave In Rock, IL and Ronda Puckett of Hardinsburg, KY; one daughter-in-law, Malinda Holley of Cashiers, NC; 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren.  Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel Vernon with Rev. Lindsey Martin and Speaker R.D. Easterling.  Interment will follow in the Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home directing.  Active pallbearers will be Dan Hubler, Whitson Hubler, Michael Holley, Raymond Smith, William Puckett, Aubrey Holley II and honorary pallbearer, Frank Easterling. 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Robert ‘Robbie’ Marion Fender, age 51, of Vernon, FL passed away November 17, 2009 at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City, FL.  He was born November 21, 1957 in Walterboro, South Carolina.  He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Gerald Fender.  Mr. Fender is survived by his mother, Marian Irene Harvey Fender of Vernon, FL; one brother, Roger A. Fender and wife, Debra of Panama City, FL; two sisters, Debra F. Martinez and husband, Pete of Fountain, CO and Judy F. Blackburn and husband, Dave of Panama City, FL; several nieces and nephews.  Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Friday, November 20, 2009 at First Baptist Church Panama City Beach with Rev. Jerry Weaver officiating.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL in charge of arrangements. 

 

 

 

Mrs. Dorothy Nell Spence, age 50, of Bonifay, FL passed away November 15, 2009 at her home.  She was born June 30, 1959 in New Orleans, Louisiana.  She is preceded in death by her mother, Sarah Lee Russell Spence.  Mrs. Spence is survived by her father, James Durell Spence of Bonifay, FL; one brother, James Russell Spence of PA; one sister, Debra Ann Mills of KY.  Memorialization by cremation with Peel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

 

David Derron Smith, age 37 of Wausau, died Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 in the Bay Medical Center. A native of Graceville, Fla., he had been a life-long resident of Washington County. He was a supervisor for United Parcel Service and a member of The Potter’s Hands Pentecostal Church. Survivors include his Parents: Rev. Colonel and Rev.  Sheila Smith of Wausau, one Son: Bowe Taylor Smith of Graceville, one Daughter; Brooke Victoria Smith of Graceville, three Brothers: John Smith of Tallahassee, Stacy Smith of Wausau and Adam Smith of Wausau, and one Sister; Susan Penn of Wausau. The family will receive friends Friday, November 20th from 6 to 8 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home Brickyard Chapel. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 21st, at 10 A.M. in The Potter’s Hands Pentecostal Church in Greenhead with the Rev. Phillip Meeks officiating. Interment will follow in Wausau Memorial Gardens. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements.

 

 

Mrs. Linda Landress Steverson, age 66, of Bonifay, Florida passed away November 16, 2009 at her home.  She was born December 28, 1942 in Columbus, Georgia to the late William Blanchard and Mattie Maude Morrow Landress.  Mrs. Steverson is survived by her husband of 43 years, Lynn Steverson of Bonifay, FL; three sons, Michael D. Steverson, Anthony ‘Tony’ B. Steverson and Timothy Steverson and wife, Brenda all of Bonifay, FL; one brother, William B. Landress and wife, Tracey of Midland, GA; two sisters, Gail Landress Stell of Valley Village, CA and Janet Landress of Wausau, FL; several nieces and nephews.  Services will be 2:00 PM Thursday, November 19, 2009 at First Baptist Church Bonifay with Rev. Ike Steverson and Rev. Ed Bell officiating.  Interment will follow in the Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Memorial contributions may be given to Shriners Hospitals for Children, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Covenant Hospice of Marianna, FL or your favorite charity.

 

 

 

Dr. Jacquelyn Lightsey Collier-Pembroke, 76, of Tallahassee, Florida joined her Heavenly father on Monday, November, 9, 2009. Funeral services will be on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. EST at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Tallahassee, Florida with entombment following at Southside Cemetery in Tallahassee. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. EST Friday at Strong & Jones Funeral Home (850-224-2139), 551 West Carolina Street in Tallahassee. A native of Miami, Florida, Dr. Collier-Pembroke was the daughter of Jasper Lightsey and Areta Lightsey King who preceded her in death. Jacquelyn Lightsey wed Arthur Collier, Jr. and this union produced five children. They were happily married for over thirty years before he preceded her in death in 1987. In 1994, she was blessed with the meeting and subsequent marriage to John Henry Pembroke, Jr. They spent seven years together before he was called home in 2002. As a distinguished educator, Dr. Collier-Pembroke's career afforded her many educational experiences over a span of 50 years. During this period of time she served as a classroom teacher in the public schools of Broward, Dade and Leon Counties (Florida), Washington, D.C. and as a School Administrator in the Leon County School System, an Adjunct Professor at Tallahassee Community College and Florida A & M University and an Assistant Professor in Elementary Education at Bethune-Cookman University of Daytona Beach, Florida. She was an active member of the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church for over 30 years and was also active in the District, State, and National Congress of Christian Education. She was a member of several educational and religious organizations in which she received numerous awards and recognitions. She is survived by children, Arthur III (Renita), Joel, Brian (Latricia), and Avis Collier, Jacquelyn Harris (Daryl); grandchildren, Jarrod and Thornton Collier, Daryl Jr. and Darielle Harris, Alysia and Spencer Bowens; one great-grandchild; special cousin, Theresa Taylor; brothers-in-law, Rev. Samuel Collier and Albert Edden; sisters-in-law ,Bessie Harvey and Carolyn Bens; devoted friends, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

 

 

 

Mr. Glynn D. Alford, age 51, of Vernon, Florida passed away November 9, 2009 at his home.  He was born January 20, 1958 in Pensacola, Florida.  He is preceded in death by his father, Lynn A. Alford.  Mr. Alford is survived by his mother, Martha Williams Alford of Vernon, FL; companion, Geri Webb of Panama City, FL; children, Martha Lynn Olszowy of Ocala, FL, Allison Hatfield, Christopher Tillman both of Panama City, FL; brothers, Mark Alford and wife, Abigail of Jacksonville, FL and Lynn J. Alford and wife, Deborah of DeFuniak Springs, FL; grandchildren, Peyton and William Olszowy; several nieces; special friends, Tommy and Donna Adams.  Services will be 11:00 AM Friday, November 13, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel Bonifay with Rev. Jeff Cain officiating.  Interment will follow with military honors at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Memorial contributions may be given to the Humane Society.

 

 

 

Mrs. Etheline Cooper, age 85, of Caryville, Florida passed away November 7, 2009 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay, Florida.  She was born April 20, 1924 in Holmes County Florida to the late George William and Laura Mae Green Mitchell.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Cooper; brothers, Fred Mitchell, Oscar Lee Mitchell; sisters, Pearl Huggins, Wilson Hughes; grandson, Dwight Thomas Buxton; great-granddaughter, Amber Nicole Savesague.  Mrs. Cooper is survived by two sons, Jimmy Cooper and wife, Linda and Donnie Cooper both of Caryville, FL; seven daughters, Hazel Cook of Panama City, FL, Helen Tremblay and husband, Joe of Youngstown, FL, Angeline Paul of Caryville, FL, Kathy Bruner and husband, Mike of Panama City, FL, Aileen Steward and husband, Keith of Milton, FL, Mageline Carnley and husband, Junior of Caryville, FL, Sharon Scott and husband, Billy of Caryville, FL; 26 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren.  Services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Earnest Hodge officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sellers Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

 

 

Linda S. Davis, age 56 of Caryville, died Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at her home. She was a native and life-long resident of Washington County, and was a hospice aide with Emerald Coast Hospice in Marianna for the past 14 years. She is predeceased by her parents Hansel and Myrtice Justice and her Son; Jamie Davis. Survivors include one Brother; Larry H. Justice and wife Kay of Caryville. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Brown Funeral Home, Main Street Chapel Saturday evening, November 7th.  Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 8th , 2009 at 1:00 P.M. in the Lakeview Methodist Church with the Rev. Michael Weeks, Rev. Tom Tillery and Rev. Genous Mayo officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. The family suggest contributions to Emerald Coast Hospice, 4374 LaFayette St. Marianna, Florida 32446. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

 

Mr. Frank Carpenter Jackson, age 24, of Bonifay, Florida passed away November 6, 2009 in an automobile accident.  He was born October 14, 1985 in Panama City, Florida.  Mr. Jackson is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Marian Sexton; paternal grandfather, Frank Jackson; paternal grandmother, Ann Jackson.  He is survived by his mother, Denise Kiedis of Bonifay, FL; father, Andrew Jackson of Chipley, FL; brother, Curtis Jackson of Delray Beach, FL; maternal grandfather, Tony Polino of Bonifay, FL; aunts, Della Hertkorn, Anita Sorensen, Jamie Wiley, Gail Jackson, Kit Jackson; uncles, Danny Martinelli, Jon Jackson; numerous cousins.  Memorialization by cremation with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL handling arrangements.

 

 

 

Mr. Louis Courtney, age 79, of Vernon, Florida passed away November 5, 2009 at his home.  He was born April 18, 1930 in Jefferson, Missouri to the late Charles and Ruth George Courtney.  Mr. Courtney served in the United Sates Air Force during Korean Conflict and Vietnam.  He was an avid reader, loved sports, animals and especially loved his grandchildren.  He is survived by his wife, Chantana ‘Wanna’ Kaewdonree Courtney of Vernon, FL; three sons, Peter Courtney of Orlando, FL, John McClain of Orlando, FL, Gary Courtney; one daughter, Rista White and husband, Kevin of Monroe, NC; two brothers, Charles Courtney and Ted Courtney; two sisters, Emma Brosi and Shirley Warnken; two grandchildren, Kinsey White and Courtney White.  Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel Vernon with Military Honors.  Cremation to follow with Peel Funeral Home directing.

 

 

Raymond Edward Powell, 35 of Springfield, Panama City, Florida, passed away at his home on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009  He was a native of Bay County, of the Holiness Faith and was employed as a Seaman.  Funeral Service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8th at New Bethel A.M.E. Church in Bonifay, Florida, with Elder Kelvin Johnson, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Bonifay, Cemetery.  Survivors include his wife Pamela Powell of Panama City; Mother, Hattie Mae Powell Roche of Bonifay; children, Raymond, Jr. Raque, Rashel, Taleah and Adare Powell, all of Bonifay; a sister and two brothers, Felesia Powell of Panama City, Darrell Powell, Toshia and Robert Powell all of Bonifay.  Arrangements by Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley.

 

 

 

Mrs. Odene Corbin Gamble,  age 81 of Cottondale, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Mrs. Gamble was born in Jackson County on February 29, 1928 to the late Moad and Mittie Corbin. She was a lifetime resident of Jackson County and was a homemaker. Mrs. Gamble was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Gamble; her parents, Moad F. Corbin and Mittie J. Corbin, two brothers, Lee Corbin and Macon Corbin; three sisters, Mary Corbin Daniels, Mable Corbin Locke and Sallie Corbin Gilbert. She is survived by her daughter Rebecca Gamble of South Florida, three brothers, Lenzy Corbin and wife Louetta of Chipley, Homer Corbin of Cottondale, Travis Corbin and wife Rhonda of Chipley and Randolph Corbin and wife Cindy of Cottondale, two sister-in-laws, Ira Bell Corbin and Inez Corbin both of Cottondale and many nephews and nieces who will miss her. Services for Mrs. Gamble will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, November 7, 2009 in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home with Revs. Wesley Syfrett and Houston Obert officiating. Interment will follow in the Rock Hill Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday November 6, 2009 from 6PM to 8PM in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Rock Hill Methodist Church Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Joe Gay and his staff and the staff of Emerald Coast Hospice for the faithful care they gave Mrs. Gamble during her time of need. Marianna Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Ashanda Denita Jackson, 33, of Chipley, passed away Nov. 2, 2009 in the West Florida Hospital in Pensacola.  She was a native of Jackson County and a graduate of Chipley High School Class of 1994.  Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7th at Jerusalem Baptist Church in Chipley, with the Rev. Price Wilson, Evangelist B. Snipes and Pastor Billy Wilson, officiating.  Interment will follow in the Southside Cemetery in Chipley with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, directing.  Survivors include her daughter:  Ashanda Denita Jackson of Chipley; parents: Melvin and Bobbie Jackson of Chipley; brothers and sisters:  Neal Pittman (Tosha) of Pensacola, Florida, Sherman Pittman (Margaretta) of Michigan City, Indiana, Debra McDonald, Vernon, Florida, Dorothy Butler and Stephanie Jackson, both of Chipley and many other relatives and friends.  The remains will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service with Cooper Funeral Home directing.

 

 

 

Jessie Willard ‘Pat’ Lewis, age 84, of the Bethlehem Community Bonifay, Florida passed away November 4, 2009 at Wiregrass Medical Center in Geneva, Alabama.  A native of Holmes County Florida he was born December 31, 1924 to Calvin David and Effie Lou Sizemore Lewis.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Wilma Barker, two brothers, Johnny Green Lewis and Barnard Lewis and grandson, David Allan Lewis.  He was survived by his wife, Hazel Collins Lewis, two sons, Roger (Catherine) Lewis of Dothan, Alabama, and Randy (Tami) Lewis of Bonifay, Florida; two brothers, Robert Lewis of Bonifay and Alex (Donna) Lewis of Bristol, Florida.; one sister, Mary Carver of Bonifay; six grandchildren, Jana, Kara, Devin, Brandon, Lakeisha, Fayzah; 5 great-grandchildren, Jake, Judson, Larry Joe, Tristin, Keola.  Funeral services will be held Saturday 2:00 PM November 7, 2009 in New Bayview Church of God of Prophecy with burial to follow in the church cemetery.  The reverends Tracy Hobbs and Sylvia Foskey will officiate with Peel Funeral Home directing.  Visitation will be held Friday November 6, 2009 from 6-8 PM at Peel Funeral Home Bonifay.

 

 

A. J. Young, 80 of Greenhead, Fl. went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2009 at the Washington Rehab and Nursing Center.

Mr. Young was born in Hilton, Ga. on July 29, 1929 to Willie and Mattie Young. He had lived in Greenhead, Fl.  for the past 15 years  coming from Southport, Fl. He was also a member of the Trinity Holiness Church in Southport, Fl.  He is survived by his wife of 58 years Gladys Young of Greenhead, Fl; 5 sons: William J. Young and wife Sherrie of Panama City, Fl., Billy Ray Young and wife Linda Kay of Southport, Fl.., Robert Clay Young of Panama City, Fl., Donnie Earl Young and wife Jeannie of Sunny Hills, Fl., and Ronnie Lynn Young of Fountain, Fl. 3 daughters: Patricia Sue Ruthleford of Panama City, Fl., Judy Berrington and husband Dennis of Vernon, Fl., and Tammy Taylor of Greenhead, Fl. 16 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren.  Funeral Services will be held 2PM Saturday, November 7, 2009 at the Trinity Holiness church with the Revs. Winford King, Nixon Riley and Sandra Holly officiating. Burial will follow in the Southport Cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Fl. directing.   Family will receive friends 6-8PM Friday, November 6, 2009 at Obert Funeral Home 1556 Brickyard Road Chipley, Fl. and on Saturday, November 7, 2009  one hour prior to the service.

 

 

Carolyn D. Simmons, 66 of Chipley, Fl. went home to be with the Lord  on November 4, 2009 at her residence. Mrs Simmons was born October 9, 1943 in Panama City, Fl., to Robert and Gladys Duck. She had lived in Chipley, Fl. since 1973 coming from West Bay, Fl. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Wausau, FL. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.   She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Wallace Homer Simmons.   She is survived by two sons: Wally Simmons and wife Lori of New Bern, NC.; Gary Wayne Simmons and wife Amy of Chipley, Fl.; daughter Glenna Padgett and husband Scott of Chipley, Fl.; two brothers Bobby Duck and wife Estelle of West Bay, Fl. and Billy Duck of South Port, Fl.; sister Evelyn Rushing of West Bay, Fl.; nine grandchildren: Genie Hill and husband Patrick of New Bern, NC., Alexander Simmons of Boone, NC., Logan and Landon  Fries of Chipley, Fl., Carly Hartzog of Chipley, Fl., Tommy and Melissa Padgett of Pensacola, Fl., Faith and Sarah Padgett of Chipley, Fl.; two great grandchildren Carter and Olivia Hill of New Bern, NC.; sister-in-law Vonceil Coggin of Chipley, Fl.  Funeral services will be held 11AM Friday November 6, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church with Revs. Shane Hardesty and Dalton Ott officiating. Burial will follow in Wausau Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Obert Funeral of Chipley, Fl. directing. Asked to serve as pallbearers are, Alexander Simmons, Tommy Padgett, Logan and Landon Fries, Garry Jones and Craig Roberts.  Family will receive friends 6-8PM Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Obert Funeral Home 1556 Brickyard Road Chipley, Fl.

 

 

Mr. James Henry Retherford, age 89, of Bonifay, Florida passed away October 30, 2009 at his home.  He was born March 2, 1920 in Bonifay, FL to the late James Bernie and Daisy Lisenby Retherford.  In addition to his parents Mr. Retherford is preceded in death by his wife, Mittie Eliza Noblin Retherford; one brother, Johnny; five sisters, Minnie, Linnie, Vicie, Nicie and Lovie.  He is survived by one son, Millard Retherford and wife, Vicky of Bonifay, FL; two daughters, Linda Sain and husband, Jerry and Mary Massie and husband, Steven both of Hendersonville, NC; one brother, George Retherford of Bonifay, FL; one sister, Lizzie Lewis and husband, Elijah of Bonifay, FL; four grandchildren, Leiah, Brent and wife, Darra, Aimee, Christopher.  Services were 11:00 AM Monday, November 02, 2009 at Peel Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Martin and Rev. Tommy Moore officiating.  Interment followed in the Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.  Memorial contributions may be given to Covenant Hospice 4440 Lafayette Street Suite C, Marianna, Florida 32446.

 

 

Mr. Thomas Daniel ‘Tommy’ Carroll III, age 69, of Bonifay, FL passed away October 31, 2009 at his home.  He was born March 31, 1940 in Bonifay, FL to the late Thomas Daniel Carroll, Jr. and Charity Cook Carroll.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Carroll is preceded in death by three brothers, Clayton Carroll, Lewie D. Carroll, Lelon Carroll; two sisters, Allie Mae McDaniel, Catherine Carroll.  He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Marie Yates Carroll of Bonifay, FL; one son, Clinton Carroll and wife, Kelli of Dothan, AL; one daughter, Rhonda Carroll of Bonifay, FL; one brother, Mickey Carroll and wife, Virginia of Bonifay, FL; 9 grandchildren, Wade, Clayton, Chasity, Isabella, Canaan, Sy, Billy, Nellie, Charity; four great-grandchildren, Tyson, Gavin, Cason, Kinzey.  Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at First Assembly of God Church Bonifay with Rev. Devon Richter and Rev. John Chance officiating.  Interment will follow in the Bonifay City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

Carlos Eugene 'Pee Pop' Crutchfield,  The Lord called our beloved father and husband home to join his heavenly family at the age of 94 on Oct. 30, 2009.  He was preceded in death by Evelyn, his wife of 41 years; parents A.T. and Eula "Bo" Crutchfield; brothers, Edward (Mary), Clyde, Cecil and sister, Evelyn.  Carlos was born in Graceville, Fl on Jan. 26, 1915, and moved to the Allentown Community in 1929 where he graduated from Allentown High in 1934.  He married Evelyn Johnson of Allentown on March 27, 1937.  Carlos and Evelyn welcomed three children. He is survived by these three children, Donald (Bartine) Crutchfield, Betty Ann (Bluford) Ward, and Joy (Jimmy) Manning; five granddaughters; 10 great grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, (Marjorie Crutchfield and Viola Johnson) and many nieces and nephews.  Carlos married Alice Owens of Chipley on Nov. 14, 1981, and relocated to Chipley and became a faithful member of Holmes Creek Baptist Church.  He is survived by his wife, Alice Crutchfield; and three stepchildren, Drexel (Stefanie) Owens, Vicki (Lowell) Howard and Linda (Sonny) Morris; six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at Calvary Baptist Church with the Revs. Adrian Wingate, Brian Stephens and Tim Steele officiating.  Burial will follow in the Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery.  It is the family's wishes that in lieu of flowers,  donations be made to Covenant Hospice, Calvary Baptist Church, Holmes Creek Baptist Church or Gideon's International.  Honorary pallbearers are Holmes Creek Baptist Church Sunday School Class.

 

 

James Burton McGovern, age 73 of Chipley, died Tuesday, October 13th, 2009, at his home. A native of Massachusetts, he had retired as a self-employed heavy machinery sweeping service. Survivors include three Daughters; Laurie Traya of Japan, Lisa Murphy and Leslie Payette both of Massachusetts. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 2 PM in the God’s Vineyard Church in Vernon with the Rev. Randy Wilson officiating. Brown Funeral Home of Chipley is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net

 

 

Mr. Willie William Jackson, Sr.,  88, of Vernon, Florida passed away Oct. 24th in the Bay Medical Center in Panama City.  He was a native of Washington County, a Veteran of World War II and a retired employee of International Paper Company.  Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 31st, at Rt. Vernon Church of Christ with Bro. Nathan Potter, officiating.  Interment will follow in the St. Luke Cemetery, Vernon, Florida with Military Honors.  Survivors include his children:  Willie Jackson, Jr. of Vernon, Annie Gist of Atlanta, Georgia, Viola Jackson (Paul) of Jonesboro, Georgia and Phyllis Jones (Henry) of Riverdale, Georgia; Brothers and Sister, Alex Jackson (Niamo), Roundoff Jackson and Dorothy Thomas, all of Jacksonville, Florida; Sisters-in-Law, Geraldine and Oma Lee Jackson of Vernon, Florida; and six grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  The remains will lie in state at the church one your prior to services, with the Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida, directing.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

 

 

Kenneth “Kenny” Wayne Wilson, 49 of Panama City, Florida went home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2009 at his residence.

He was born August 8, 1960 in Winter Haven, Florida to Hubbard and Betty Jean Wilson. He served in the United States Army for 19 years and worked for Mayer Electric for 10 years. He was also a member of Gods Vineyard church.

He was preceded in death by his father and a brother Michael Allen Wilson.

He is survived by his mother Betty Jean Wilson of Panama City, Florida; 2 brothers: Randy Wilson and wife Vickie of Vernon, Florida and John Wilson also of Vernon, Florida; 3 sisters: Sandra Reynolds and husband Thomas of Port St. Joe, Florida, Theresa Wilson and Tina Wilson of Bonifay, Florida; 3 step brothers: Terry Abel of Las Vegas, Skip Abel of Bentonville, Arkansas and David Gibson of Centertown, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 11AM Monday, October 26, 2009 at Gods Vineyard Church with the Rev. John Chance and Rick McMichael officiating. Burial will follow in the Vernon City cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing.

Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service Monday October 26, 2009 at Gods Vineyard Church.

Flowers are accepted or those wishing may make contributions to Hospice of Emerald Coast at 2925 Martin Luther King Blvd. Panama City Florida 32405.

 

 

 

Mr. Delton Delmore Wileman, age 86, of Bonifay, FL passed away October 22, 2009 at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay.  He was born June 11, 1923 in Mifflintown, PA to the late Dervin Crawford and Bessie Rebecca Wileman.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Wileman is preceded in death by one son, Clay Louis Wileman; brother, Darlin Wileman; sisters, Eva Ritzman, Thelma Yeager, Isdore McNamar, Romona Leister, Joy Myers.  Mr. Wileman is survived by his wife, Violet Burkepile Wileman of Bonifay, FL; three sons, Dale Wileman and wife, Thelma of Bonifay, FL, Roy Wileman and wife, Raimunda of Houston, TX, Ira Wileman and wife, Virginia of Ocoee, FL; four daughters, Ellen Pollock and husband, Jim of Ponce de Leon, FL, Diane Bruner of Ponce de Leon, FL, Florie Smith and husband, Kermit of Grand Ridge, FL, Rita Pickard of Bonifay, FL; one sister, Naoma Trout of Lancaster, PA; 22 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.  Services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, October 24, 2009 at Northside Assembly of God Church with Rev. George Stafford and Rev. Edwin Bell officiating.  Interment will follow in the Live Oak Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, Fl directing.

 

 

 

Mr. David John Smith, age 47, of Panama City, Florida passed away October 21, 2009 at his home.  Mr. Smith was born April 6, 1962 in Valparaiso, Florida.  He is preceded in death by his father, Winford Malone Smith.  He is survived by his mother, Grace Ann Sullivan Smith of Vernon, FL; brother, Thomas Malone Smith and wife, Mary of Canada; two sisters, Catherine Joiner and husband, Kevin of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Judy Young and husband, Richard of Vernon, FL; three nieces and three nephews; two great-nephews; several aunts and uncles.  Memorialization by cremation with arrangements by Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL.

 

 

 

Mrs. Essie Mae Simmons, age 85, of Bonifay, Florida passed away October 20, 2009 at her home.  She was born September 2, 1924 in Bonifay, Florida to the late Joe and Mary Jane Harrison Truett.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Simmons is preceded in death by her husband, Loyd Rufus Simmons; one son, Ernest Wayne Simmons; son-in-law, Tommy Ray McDonald; four brothers, M.L. Truett, Arlo Truett, Ellis Truett, Charles Truett; one sister, Ethel Truett Fisher.  Mrs. Simmons is survived by two sons, Loyd Harwood Simmons of Bonifay, FL and Beryle Anthony Simmons and wife, Lourdes of Riverview, FL; two daughters, Vivian McDonald of Chipley, FL and June Garcia and husband, Jorge of Marianna, FL; two brothers, Archie Truett and wife, Grace of Bonifay, FL and William Truett of Orlando, FL; nine grandchildren, Jasmine, Andy, Marc, Lauren, Ryan, Tommy Jr, Kim, Tommy, Amy; 12 great-grandchildren.  Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Bonifay City Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing.  Memorial contributions may be given to Covenant Hospice, 4440 Lafayette Street Suite C, Marianna, FL 32446.

 

 

Mrs. Frankie Elizabeth Kirkland, age 72, of Bonifay, Florida passed away October 19, 2009 at her home.  She was born June 30, 1937 in Astatula, Florida to the late Jesse Edgar and Helen Dykes Witt.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Kirkland is preceded in death by her husband, Rayford Eugene Kirkland and one sister, Edna Witt.  She is survived by three sons, Stephen Kirkland and wife, Billie Jeane, Gary M. Kirkland and wife, Maggie and Russell B. Kirkland all of Bonifay, FL; one daughter, Karen E. Kirkland of Melbourne, FL; one brother, David Edgar Witt of Eustis, FL; four grandchildren, Josh, Taylor, Zack, Johnathan.  Services will be 10:00 Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Winterville Assembly of God Church with Rev. Shep Eubanks and Rev. Jeep Sullivan officiating.  Interment will follow in the Steverson Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay, FL directing.

 

 

Zella Tiller, age 91 of Chipley, died Monday, October 19th, 2009 at her home. A native and life-long resident of Washington County, she was a homemaker and member of Wausau First United Methodist Church. Survivors include three Sons: Zebedee and Wife Laura Faye Tiller of  Wausau, Darius and Wife Elaine Tiller of Bonifay and Noel Tiller of Chipley. One Daughter; Loretta and Husband George Cook of Chipley, Ten Grandchildren, nine Great Grandchildren and six Great Great Grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Wausau First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Troy Lee Walsingham and Rev. Dalton Ott officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to services. Interment will follow in Moss Hill Cemetery. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.

 

 

Juozas “Joseph” Baguzis, 91 of Sunny Hills, Florida went home to be with the Lord on October 16, 2009 at his residence.

He was born May 2, 1918 to Ignis and Marcela Baguzis. He was a master craftsman for GM for 33 years. He was also a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Sunny Hills, Florida. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Aldona Baguzis of Sunny Hills, Florida; son: Stanley Baguzis and wife Kris of Chesterfield Township, Michigan; daughter: Donna Baguzis of Chipley, Florida; brother: Floyd Baguzis and wife Ellen of Brooksville, Florida; sister: Verute of Lithuania; 6 grandchildren: Sandra Baguzis, Sean Baguzis, Zachary Baguzis, Elena Baguzis, Megan Baguzis and Madeline Baguzis. Funeral services will be held 10AM Tuesday October 20, 2009 at St. Theresa Catholic Church with the Msgr. Francis Szczykutowicz officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary cemetery with Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida in charge of arrangements.

Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service with the Rosary to follow.