Johnny Marion Miller, age 80, of Altha, FL passed away Monday, January 30, 2023. Johnny was born June 30, 1942, in the Carr Community, FL to JA and Ruby Lee Miller. Johnny lived in Calhoun County most of his life and was a member of Page Pond Assembly of God. He was in the US Navy for over 4 years and then worked as a supervisor for Gulf Power for over 30 years. Johnny enjoyed fishing, gardening, and taking care of his grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents JA Miller and Ruby Lee Hitchcock Miller. Survivors include his wife, Sonja Miller of Altha, FL; daughter, Shelley Miller Smith of Leeds, AL; son, John and Sarah Miller of Altha, FL; brothers, Wilbur Miller of Lynn Haven, FL, Don and Mary Lou Miller of Clarksville, FL, Glenn and Neva Miller of Clarksville, FL; sister, Jeris Pitts and Mike of Albany, GA; grandchildren, Jason and Kim Smith, Jared Miller, David and Tanna Smith, Steven and Jessica Smith, Sterling Miller, Hailey and Christian Barnhart, and 9 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends Saturday, February 4, 2023, beginning at 10:00 AM CST at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM CST with Dr. Charlie Fowler officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. Donations may also be made in his memory to Blountstown Heath and Rehabilitation Activity Department. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Chace H Donahue, better known as Super Chace, of Blountstown, FL passed away January 30, 2023. He was born October 22, 2004, in Tallahassee, FL and from then on was a very fun loving, hyperactive, and smile spreading young man. He never met a stranger that he didn’t infect with his overabundance of joyful laughter or love. He loved being with his Dad and Uncle the most, but adored his sisters and cousins in the best way. No matter what life threw at him, he always kept that loving smile on his face. There was never any time for negativity or sadness when he was around. It was only up from here. He enjoyed all things chocolate, pizza, and barbecue. You could call him anything but never late for meals. He only hated two things in life Jello and Commercials. Who had time for that? He was obsessed with all things Marvel and DC. If you weren’t he didn’t hate on you, but he did feel sorry for you. But in the end, Chace loved everyone very much. Family left to carry on Chace’s memory are his father and mother, Devyn and Michelle Mears Donahue, of Blountstown, FL; sisters, Trinity, Jemma, and Dixie Donahue, of Blountstown, FL; grandparents, Carlos and Ava Montijo of West Palm Beach, FL, Leta Knight Mears of Blountstown, FL, Steve and Pat Mears of Blountstown, FL. He also leaves behind many loving and amazing aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, caretakers, school family, community, caregivers, medical professionals, and church family that any person would dream to have in their 18 years of life. Funeral services will be held Friday February 3, 2023 at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with visitation beginning at 4:00 PM (CST) and memorial service following at 5:00 PM (CST) with Reverend Tim Rhoads and Reverend Michael Morris officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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William Bedford Livingston of Altha, FL, died at 10:00 PM Thursday January 2, 2023, at Southeast Hospital in Dothan, AL. He was born on November 12, 1935, to Rollin Thomas and Mary Lessie Wright Livingston in Marianna, FL, the 7th child, and youngest son. Bill was employed by the Quincy Wire and Tallahassee International Airport. He spent his youth in Altha and attended Altha schools. After many years in the Quincy-Tallahassee area he married Frances Wheatley and returned to Altha, where enjoyed his tractor, pecan trees, and daily trips to see the river he loved. Bill joined the First United Methodist Church of Altha and was known as a loving kind man to everyone he met. He never met anyone he could not hold a conversation with and was never too busy to lend a helping hand. He loved his family and his little animals, of which he always had one at his side. Preceding him in death were his 3 wives, Helen Strickland Livingston, Gloria Ford Stoutamire Livingston, and Frances Ayers Wheatley Livingston, his parents, brothers, Lenard and Lorin Livingston, sisters, Tommy Ruth Brooks, Lenore Wade, and Wynell Blackman. Bill is survived by his brother Rollin Junior Livingston and will be missed by his friends and longtime companion Amy Kennedy, who cared for him many years. Visitation will be held Wednesday February 1, 2023 at 10:00 AM (CST) at the First United Methodist Church in Altha, FL. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM (CST) and with Police Chief Jimmy Baggett officiating. Interment will follow at Chipola Cemetery in Altha, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Ana M. Varnadore age 66, a longtime resident of Altha, FL. Passed away on January 20th 2023. She was born in Jardin America, Misiones Argentina. She is survived by her son Nahuel Ivan Greco Varnadore, her granddaughter Giuliana Greco, Step daughter Lissette Pena and her husband Xavier Pena, her step granddaughters Deveni Pena, Jasmine Pena, and Bethany Pena. Ana lived a full life of love for her family and her fury friends, they were like her children too. In her younger years she enjoyed traveling around the world with her husband Shorty Varnadore. From dredge life to farm life Ana was always busy and nobody could keep her firecracker soul down. She will be greatly missed by everyone that knew her. Family will receive friends Friday January 27, 2023 from 5:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial service will follow at 6:00 PM CST with Rev Dewayne Tolbert. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Sandra Finch Adkison (Missy) was born on May 10th, 1972, at Marianna, Fl hospital and passed away peacefully at home on January 20th, 2023 with significant other David Todd and family and friends. Sandra (Missy) was raised in Harvey, Louisiana till the age of 10 when she moved with family to Wewahitchka, Fl and surrounding areas where she resided with family and many friends. She attended Wewahitchka High. Sandra was an avid crafter, as well as a very savvy shopper that loved a great deal, she was a wiz at anything electronic, she loved to collect anything antiques, but most of all her favorite pastime and hobby of all was spending time with family and friends. Sandra is preceded in death by her mother Bobbie Jean & John Finch both of Louisiana, her brother Gene Finch from Louisiana, her brother Greig Finch of Wewahitchka, sister Debbie of Louisiana, brother Allen of Louisiana, & cousin Grover Cruttchfield from Wewahitchka. She is survived by son Alex Adkison of Panama City, Thomas Adkison of Panama City, and Malcom Adkison as well as grandson Sebastian Adkison of Michigan, Sister Jeannette Lindsey of Wewahitchka, and Chucky of Louisiana,Christina Eddie and husband James Eddie III and their children Layla, Joseph, Clayton Eddie, Billy and Annie Gaskin their children Shaya, Avery, Ella, Lorein, and Kurtis Gaskin, Nicole Martin and children Aleigha, Gabrieal, Breighana, Emily, Isaiah, LeAnn Martin as well as numerous nieces and nephews from all areas. Sandra (Missy) was loved by so many and will be dearly missed her biggest request during this all was for people to celebrate her the way she was not grieve the person that passed so with that being said We are carrying out her wishes and having her celebration of life at her home on Saturday January 28th, 2023 starting around 2pm. Address is 22821 NW Watson Rd Altha, Fl 32421. Please come and help us celebrate this wonderful woman's life and make it a day we will all remember! All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Roy Douglas Jackson, age 79, of the Alliance Community, FL passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023, at his home. Roy was born February 3, 1943 in Alford, FL to Fay and Florence Jackson. Roy lived in Jackson County the majority of his life and was a member of Mt Olive Baptist Church. He was in the US Navy during the Vietnam War, worked with the Department of Corrections for over 20 years, and took great enjoyment from farming and being outside. Roy loved riding his gator with his dog, Pete, working in the fields, and talking to people in the community about Christ. Roy was baptized in the fishpond on his property and had a strong faith and desire to do good. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Ann Jackson of the Alliance Community, son, Roy D. (Ross) Jackson II and Brenda of Altha, FL, daughter, Bonnie Jackson Seay and Charlie of Marianna, FL, brothers, Coy Jackson and Gladys of Chattahoochee, FL, Pasco Jackson and Janet of Sneads, FL, Johnny Jackson and Marci of Sneads, FL, sister, Louise Dunham and Glenn of Sneads, FL, grandchildren, Turner and Emily. Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 24, 2023, starting at 10:00 AM CST at Mt Olive Baptist Church in Altha, FL. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM CST with Reverend Bob Davis officiating. Interment will be at Mt Olive Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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William Riley Adams Jr., 65, a longtime resident of Calhoun County, sadly passed away on January 7th, 2023. He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Adams, maternal grandparents Inez and Lloyd Hill, and paternal grandparents N.R. and Leona Adams. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Carrie Loraine Adams; his mother and father—The Revs' Erlene Hill-Adams and William Riley Adams Sr., of Altha, FL; his daughter, Kathryn Byrne of Conovor NC., his son, Dr. Rian Adams, of Panama City, and four grandchildren. Riley was an avid football fan, a die-hard Gators fan, and a well-known friend to many. Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 1:00 PM (CST) at Glory Hill Community Church. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM (CST). All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Betty Gay, 82, of Grand Ridge, FL, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Betty was born on April 5, 1940 in Donalsonville, GA. She worked as a caregiver at Sunland for many years and was a tireless worker for her family. Betty loved fishing and enjoyed cooking, shopping, and making sure she was dressed nicely with everything matching. She is preceded in death by her parents, M.W. (Buck) and Beatrice Conrad Wilson; husband, Willie Earl Gay; sister, Wylo Diane Mirkinson; brothers, Marion Wilson Jr. and Durrell Wilson; daughter, Debra Jean (Debbie) Hamilton; and great granddaughter, Navy Caroline Alford. Betty is survived by daughters, Laurie Alford Larrabee and Freddie Eubanks of Panama City Beach, FL, Janet Grant and husband Jimmie of Marianna, FL; son, Robert Alford and wife Carol of Two Egg, FL; grandchildren, Jason Hamilton and wife Amanda, Caz Alford and wife Cassey, Cody Alford and wife Brittany, and Casey Hayes and husband Adam; great grandchildren, Jaxson, Haley, Jaleigh, Erelyn, Karsyn Olivia, and Charlie Robert. She was also survived by many special nieces and nephews. A private celebration of life is planned. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Jerry Clemmons Harrell, 91, of Altha passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, in Blountstown, Fl. Jerry was born January 28, 1931, in Altha to the late Harmon and Alice Harrell, the 5th of 9 children. Jerry is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years Juanita (Lawrence) Harrell. Jerry’s surviving children are J. Wayne Harrell (Andrea Vance) & Sherry Marquez (Edward); surviving grandchildren Lia Harrell (Scott Schneider), Nicole Hand (Scott), Jessica Baker (Chip), Dylan Vance, Edward Marquez, Jr. (Chrissy); surviving great grandchildren Lydia, Alex, Mark, Zadie, Anna, Aubrey, Fauna and Asher. Jerry’s surviving siblings are Vera Bodiford of Blountstown, D.G. “Pete” Harrell (Joyce) of Altha and Dorothy Davis of Altha. Jerry joined the Navy at the age of 17 with permission from his dad, Harmon Harrell, February 13, 1948, to see the world. Jerry served aboard ship during both the Korean and Vietnamese war and retired from the US Navy as an Aviation Machinist’s Mate Senior Chief Petty Officer having served 22 years active duty. While serving in the Navy, Jerry also worked at a local airport in Brunswick, GA as an aircraft mechanic, where in lieu of pay, he received flying lessons and earned his private pilot’s license. Also in Agana, Guam he worked for Governor Flores for over a year as an aircraft mechanic and had access to the governor’s aircraft for personal use. After retirement, Jerry was employed as an Engine Mechanic Instructor at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL for just over a year. Jerry’s favorite hobbies were golfing, and deep-sea fishing. Family will receive friends Saturday January 21, 2023, at 10:00 AM (CST) at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM (CST) with Reverend Brandon Whit officiating. Interment will follow at Mt Olive Cemetery in Altha, FL. After the services a reception will be held at the First Baptist Church of Altha. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Margaret Sewell Tatum, age 76, of Altha, FL passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at her home. Margaret was born on March 17, 1946, in Monks Corner, SC to Johnny & Alma Sewell. She was raised by her Aunt Jenny Sewell, lived in Calhoun County all her life and was a 1964 graduate of Altha High School. Margaret was a loving mother and homemaker and a dear friend to all. She was a lifetime member of Page Pond Assembly of God Church where she was a dedicated Sunday school teacher and involved in many other church functions. She enjoyed shopping, traveling, and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Margaret loved the Lord and was a fervent prayer warrior. She is preceded in death by her parents Johnny & Alma Sewell, Jenny Sewell, brother-in-law Ray Tatum and sister-in-law Sharon Sewell. Survivors include her husband of 57 years Lloyd Tatum; daughters Teresa (Danny) Butzke of Lynn Haven, FL and Paula (Nicolas) Diefenbacher of Manhattan, NY; brother Jackie Sewell of Altha, FL; brother-in-law Hank (Charlotte) Tatum of Coalport, PA and sister-in-law Darlene Tatum of Marianna, FL: grandchildren Casey Hatcher of Altha, FL; Renaud and Arnaud Diefenbacher of Manhattan, NY; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be held at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL on Sunday, January 15, 2023, from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm CST. Funeral service will be held Monday, January 16, 2023, at 2:00 pm CST at Page Pond Assembly of God Church in Altha, FL with Reverend Trent Broome, Reverend Paul Smith, and Reverend Tommy Moore officiating followed by burial at Page Pond Assembly of God Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Mr. Vermire Jacobs, age 83, of Bristol, FL passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at his home. Vermire was born on July 8, 1939 in Bristol to Robert Jacobs and Idoma (Kever) Jacobs and had lived in Liberty County all of his life. He retired as a heavy equipment operator with the St. Joe company, Woodlands division in Hosford, FL. He was a member of the Pentecostal Holiness Faith. Vermire enjoyed fishing, painting houses on the side, a avid Florida State Seminole fan but most of all he truly loved his family. He enjoyed preaching and spreading his love for the Lord to all that would listen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Jacobs and Idoma (Kever) Jacobs, his wife, Chiquita Jacobs, brothers, Alan; Theo and Ronnie Jacobs, sisters, Myrlene Bateman; Kathy Mayo; Zores Sumner; Fay Moore and Annette Johnson. Survivors include: two sons, Robert Jacobs and wife, Renee of Bristol, FL; David Jacobs and wife, Melissa of Bristol, FL, one daughter, Patrice Durden and husband, Matt of Bristol, one sister, Barbara Morgan of Foley, AL, 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held Friday, January 13, 2023 at 11:00 am (EST) at Bristol Pentecostal Holiness Church with Reverend Chris Goodman and Reverend Coy Collins officiating. The family will receive friends Friday, January 13, 2023 at 10:00 am (EST) until service time. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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On January 8, 2023, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Patricia Ann Harvell McGee passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family after fighting a courageous battle against cancer. Patricia was born February 22, 1945, in Quincy to Ruby Lee Barber Harvell and Barney O’Neal Harvell. Patricia was a lifelong resident of Liberty County. She was a lifelong and devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Patricia was a 1963 graduate of Liberty County High School where she was a varsity cheerleader and a trumpet player in the band. Patricia married Gary Thomas McGee Sr. on September 9, 1967. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Barney O’Neal Harvell and Ruby Lee Harvell. Her siblings George Wesley Harvell, Eula Mae Stanfill, Irma Jean Kidwell, and Vala Dean VanScoy and her son Anthony Wayne McGee. Patricia is survived by her loving husband, Gary T. McGee Sr. and her children, Hope Michelle Wilkes, Gary Thomas McGee Jr (Tracy), and Kimberly Dawyn Redmond. Seven grandchildren, Keegan Alyssa Kruger, Breanna Leigh Peters (Jake), Campbell Paige Odom (Mathew), Brookelynne Noelle Gipson (Aaron), Peyton Reed Kruger (Denise), Ransley Tripp Redmond, Caitlin Ruby McGee, and three great grandchildren Brantley Lane Peters, Breann Michelle Peters, and Brett Thomas Peters as well as a multitude of nieces, nephews and cousins. Patricia worked in various fields throughout her life, including being one of Liberty County’s first female EMTs. She spent many years working as an EMT in Liberty and Calhoun counties. She went to work for the State of Florida where she retired from the Department of Education/Vocational Rehabilitation in 2013. Once retired she enjoyed spending time RVing with her husband. She was an avid Trivia player, spending many evenings at friends’ homes playing late into the night. Her greatest treasures were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She spent many hours each day with her grandchildren giving them life lessons. She also enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements will be on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bristol. Family will receive visitors one hour prior to the services in the Relief Society Room at the church. Graveside services will follow immediately at Rock Bluff Cemetery.
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Bernice Willis Hall, age 82, of Altha, FL passed away Friday December 30, 2022 in Altha. Bernice was born on January 8, 1940, in Altha, FL to Coy and Lessie (Mears) Willis and had lived in Altha all her life. She retired from the U.S. Post Office as Postmaster and was a Homemaker. Bernice always tried to help everyone with all she could and placed everyone else’s needs in front of hers. She was loving and caring as could be asked to everyone. Whether you were family or a stranger in need. She truly loved her family. Bernice loved riding the side by side, her garden, rose garden and satsuma trees. She also enjoyed watching wildlife, and the mountains. Bernice was of the Christian Faith. She was preceded by her Parents and her Husband Polan Hall and son Tom Hall. Survivors include daughter, Deborah Jeannie Nix and Husband Robert of Sneads, FL, sisters, Mavis Mills and Tommy of Altha, FL., Virginia Willis and Ronnie of Altha, FL., brother, James Willis of Marianna, FL., Grandchildren, Nikki, Eddie and Rhonda, Joseph and Kathryn, Christopher and LeAnne, and a wonderful abundance of great and great-great grandchildren. And several great and great-great-grandchildren coming soon. Special friends Ernie Baxter and Danny Carol Cole. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at 11:00 am (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dewayne Tolbert officiating. Visitation will be at 10:00 am (CST) until service time. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery in Altha, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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