J.C. Newsome

--Mr. J.C. Newsome, 89, a lifelong resident of the Carr and Frink community, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023. J.C. was born on December 13, 1933, to George Newsome Sr. and Ruth (Hollington) Newsome. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Virginia Newsome, two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by: his son Terry Newsome and wife Rhonda of the Frink Community; daughter Iva Watson and husband Bob of Panama City, Florida; sisters Eva Morris and Ella Luton of Clarksville, FL;  grandchildren Jason Watson and wife Allycia, Jessica Newsome, Ginnyfer Watson, and Kayla Newsome; great grandchildren J.R. Tyus, Gage Tyus, Ciara Carter, Jason Watson Jr, and Zaylen Broxton. J.C. was a member of Open Arms Assembly of God Church. He served in the United States Army and then worked for St Joe Paper Company for 42 years. J.C. loved fishing, farming, spending time with family, going to church, and eating at Golden Coral. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at 1:00 PM (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM (CST) with Reverend Bill Mayo and Reverend Charles Coley officiating. Interment will follow at McClellan Cemetery in Frink, Florida. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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James Alexander Tipton, 68, of Bristol Florida passed away on May 25, 2023. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Herbert Tipton and Mary Phillips, Two Grandsons Gabriel Bledsoe and Blake Sims, Brother H.C. Tipton. He is survived by his wife Rhonda Tipton of Bristol Florida, Three Sons Jason Tipton, and Shelia Davis of Altha Florida, Chase Tipton and Lindsey of Bristol Florida, James Tipton, and Layla Jones of Bristol Florida. Two daughters, Christy Sims and James of Bascom Florida, Kandyce Tipton, and Dwight of Altha Florida. Aunt Veleta (Cookie) Pitts of Sneads Florida. Three Sisters Louise Tipton of Bristol Florida, Faye Phillips and Nicky of Bristol Florida, Celena Mixon of Bonifay Florida. Nine grandchildren and several other nieces and nephews and other extended family. James loved hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed watching western movies and his morning coffee, chewing tobacco, and working with chickens and all kinds of other animals. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at 10:00 AM (EDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM (EDT) with Arthur Wood officiating interment will follow at Bristol Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

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Myrtice King Brooks, age 76, passed away Tuesday May 23, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Myrt was born in Gordon, Alabama on March 29, 1947, to H.T. and Kathryn King. Myrt has lived in Wewahitchka most of her life and spent over 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She was a faithful member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Wewahitchka, FL. Myrt had a passion for serving her Lord and Savior. Myrt also enjoyed playing the piano, going to yard sales, and being with her family. She was preceded in death by her father, H.T. King; mother, Kathryn Conrad King; sisters, Patricia Stripling and Gail Nunnery; grandson, Dakota Brooks; great granddaughter, Payton Pettis. She is survived by her husband, Kyle Brooks of Wewahitchka, FL; her son Bobby Adams of Fountain, FL; daughter Lisa (Charlie) Pettis of Wewahitchka, FL; son Hays (Melanie) Brooks of Evans, GA; son Stephen Brooks of Crystal Lake, FL; brother Buddy King of Wewahitchka, FL; grandchildren, Tiffany (Aaron) Brock, Krystal Pettis, Chelsey (Kenny) Ardire, Kaden Brooks and Chesley Brooks. Great Grandchildren, Keersten Easter, Kylee Easter, Zander Ardire, Madi Brock, Graci Brock, Gunner Brock, and Corbin Ardire. Family will receive friends and relatives Friday May 26, 2023, at 10:00 AM CT at Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Wewahitchka, FL. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM CT with Pastor Joey Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Buckhorn Cemetery in Wewahitchka, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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Lloyd “Jack” Husband Jr. (64), of Wewahitchka, passed away on May 22, 2023. He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Jack Husband, Sr. and his mother, Betty Ann Husband. He is survived by his wife, of 44 years, Sandra Husband; son, Jack Husband (Christy Husband); daughters, Judith Husband (John Wiley), Jessica Price; brother, John Husband. Jack loved people and had a host of friends and family that were very special to him. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his grandchildren, Wyatt, Kate, Connor, Garrett, Waylon, and Rylee. Jacks was a dedicated volunteer fireman in Wewahitchka and enjoyed helping others. He was a member of the Shriner’s and local Masonic community. He spent most of his life working at Arizona Chemical. Recently, he worked at Jerry Pybus Electric. He made lifelong friends at both endeavors. Jack was charismatic and known for his witty comments and jovial spirit. Jack loved the outdoors, specifically fishing, hunting, boating, and camping with friends and family. He enjoyed sports, especially softball and baseball, and truly loved watching his children and grandchildren play. A graveside service will be held at Buckhorn Cemetery on Friday May 26, 2023, at 2:00 PM CT. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Wewahitchka Volunteer Fire Department.   

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Mary Ann Jackson, age 78, of the Alliance Community, FL passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her home. Ann was born August 4, 1944, in the Alliance Community, FL to Lonnie and Beatrice Wimberly. Ann lived in Jackson County the majority of her life and was a member of Mt Olive Baptist Church. She enjoyed working with her flowers and in her yard, especially burning the leaf pile, and spending time with her beloved dog, Pete. Ann was the worship leader at Mt Olive Baptist Church and had a love for gospel music. She worked for many years at Altha Farmers Co-op and loved visiting with people in her community. She had a strong faith and enjoyed sharing that with others. She was preceded in death by her parents Lonnie and Beatrice Wimberly; husband of 59 years, Roy Douglas Jackson I; brothers, Lonnie Wimberly Jr., J.Y. Wimberly; sisters, Evelyn Spivey, Joyce Larock, Betty Wimberly, Audry Hagan. Survivors include son, Roy D. (Ross) Jackson II and Brenda of Altha, FL; daughter, Bonnie Jackson Seay and Charlie of Port St Joe, FL; grandchildren, Turner and Emily. Family will receive friends Saturday, May 20, 2023, starting at 10:00 AM CT at Mt Olive Baptist Church in Altha, FL. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM CT 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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Theresa Marie Brown, age 54, passed away Thursday May 11, 2023. Theresa was born January 30, 1969  to Joe Elser and Gail Napoli in Tampa, FL. She was a member at Sunny Hill PH Church and enjoyed fishing, hunting arrowheads, arts, and working with her flowers. Theresa loved helping people and spending time with her beloved dogs, Lucy and Emanuel. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Elser Sr. She is survived by husband, Stephen Brown; parents, Ruben and Yolanda Sosa, Barbara Brown; siblings, Lisa Keene, Joseph Elser Jr., Joy and Kevin Hand, Cathy and Tony Hunt, Rachel Kirkland, Ray and Donna Brown, Mark Brown; children, Lacy MacLean, Thomas and Elizabeth MacLean, and Kaylee Felly; grandchildren, Brittany, Victoria, Alyson Swain, Cory Pickron, Marshal McCourt, Talia MacLean; uncles, Michael R. Napoli, Frank Riley; aunt, Florence Napoli; cousins, Rob, Michelle, Luca Dominque Gelcich, Michael Napoli Jr., and Shawn Keene II; many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends and relatives Thursday May 18, 2023, at 10:00 AM CT at Sunny Hill PH Church in Altha, FL. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM CT with Reverend Sonny Coburn officiating. Interment will follow at Sunny Hill Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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Lucille Dickey Story, 86, of Graceville, FL passed away Sunday May 7, 2023. Lucille was born February 15, 1937, to John and Evie Dickey in Abe Springs. She was a homemaker who enjoyed reading and crocheting, and truly loved her family. Lucille was a great southern cook that would offer all that came to her home something to eat.  She believed in and loved God with all her heart. She is preceded in death by her father, John Dickey; mother, Evie Sculley Dickey; brothers, Johnny and Bobby Dickey; sisters, Mittie, Hazel, and  Olie; son, Willie Coxwell, Jr.; husband, John Henry Story; ex-husband, Willie Coxwell Sr., son-in-law, Linnie McCraken; grandson-in-law, Ron Hosford. Survivors include son, Terry Joe Coxwell of Jacksonville, FL; daughters, Helen McCracken of Orlando, FL, Cathy McCracken and David of Winston Salem, NC, Rennie Joan Breen of Jacksonville, FL, Sally Coxwell of Graceville, FL; daughter-in-law, Valerie Coxwell of Jacksonville, FL; sister, Charlotte Prewitt of Gulf Breeze, FL; 11 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Family will receive relatives and friends Friday May 12, 2023, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM CT. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM CT with Reverend Michael Morris officiating. Interment will follow at Nettle Ridge Cemetery in Blountstown, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

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Odean Armstrong, 82, of Blountstown, FL passed away Friday May 5, 2023. Odean was born February 2, 1941, to Thomas and Willie Adkins Armstrong in Blountstown, FL. Odean and her mother shared a love for plants and grew some of the most beautiful violets.  Odean also helped her mother with the rearing of all 6 nieces and 1 nephew while her sisters worked. Odean would keep them busy playing with Barbie Dolls as she sewed and designed all kinds of beautiful outfits for the barbies. Odean’s sisters (Deceased Bonnie Abbott) of Blountstown, Josephine Johnson of Bristol, and Julia Shuler of Bristol. Nieces & Nephew - Eddie Abbott, Rachel Abbott McCoy, Tammy Abbott, Teresa Johnson Cauley, Delilah Johnson Stewart, Stacey Shuler Roddenberry, Kim Shuler Davis, Lisa Shuler Sellers. Graveside funeral services will be held at Hasty Pond Cemetery Thursday May 11, 2023, at 2:00 PM (CT) with Reverend Michael Morris officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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Leonard Preston Stephens, age 75, of Marianna, Fl, passed away on April 26, 2023, at Jackson Hospital while surrounded by his loving family. Preston was a sandblaster and spray painter for over 30 years. Before that he served 3 years in Vietnam. He was a loving father and grandfather. In his spare time, he loved to watch western shows, wear his cowboy hat and pearl snap shirts. He loved hunting, fishing, and anything about Elvis Presley. Preston was the son of the late Leonard Stephens and Nila Mae Stephens. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Donnie Stephens and Larry Stephens; son Ronnie Stephens; daughter Tammy Stephens and grandson Vincent Magallanes Jr. Preston is survived by his three children, Joe Stephens (Samantha), Shirley Stephens and Tiffany Stephens; sisters LindaGail Davis (John), Dianne Barber, Dale Stephens, ShirleyMae Stephens; brothers Jerry Stephens and Terry Stephens; grandchildren Morgan Laster (Byron), Fairah Stephens, Colby Stephens (Savanah), Katrina Stephens, Haley Stephens, Ronnie Stephens, David Hudson, Shelly Stephens, and Heather Stephens; great grandchildren, Jorden Laster, Amari Laster, Colby Stephens Jr., Ellamarie Stephens, Nova Henne , Bentley Moore; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A celebration of life will be held May 8, 2023, at Sims Cemetery at 2:00 pm CT. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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Kody Dwayne Shaw, 30, of Altha, FL passed away Sunday April 23, 2023. Kody was born January 28, 1993, to Karla Joy McGhee and Kenneth Alan Shaw in Tallahassee, FL. He was a jack of all trades which included painting, carpentry, and being a general handyman. Kody enjoyed video games, kayaking, working, skateboarding/flipping off of anything, and hanging out with friends and family. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Shaw; Aunt, Shelly Alford; and grandfather, Bobby Lee McGhee. Survivors include mother, Karla McGhee of Altha, FL; sisters, Kristina Shaw of Blountstown, FL, Kloey Shaw of Blountstown, FL, Alexis Shaw of Blountstown, FL; paternal grandmother, Dale Dean Shaw of Blountstown, FL; maternal grandmother, Alta McGhee of Callaway, FL; nieces and nephews, Mayleigh Harman, Christopher Rail, and Raleigh Rail. Family will receive relatives and friends Saturday April 29, 2023, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel starting at 10:00 AM CT with the service beginning at 11:00 AM CT. 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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Deborah S. (Debbie) Mayo, 59, of Clarksville, FL passed away Saturday April 22, 2023. Debbie was born December 1, 1963, to Wayne and Ethel Girardot in Ft. Wayne, IN. She had lived in the area for 52 years, was a carpenter by trade, and a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Fountain, FL. Debbie enjoyed Alabama Football, playing cards, riding on the river, but truly loved her family. She is preceded in death by her father, Wayne Girardot, mother, Ethel Uhrick, brothers, Stephen and Jeffery Girardot, grandparents, Luetta Girardot, William (Shorty) and Myra Timbrook, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Willard (Pops) and Janice Mayo.  Survivors include husband, Michael Mayo of Clarksville, FL; brothers, Terry Girardot and Rita of Clarksville, FL, Randy Girardot and Terry Davis (Red) of Clarksville, FL; several nieces and nephews. Family will receive relatives and friends Thursday April 27, 2023, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM CT. Funeral service will be held Friday April 28, 2023, at 11:00 AM CT with Reverend Larry Rodgers officiating. 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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June Helms, 83 of Marianna passed away on April 21, 2023, at River Valley Health, under the care of Emerald Coast Hospice. 

June “Granny” was born and spent the first 60 + years of her life in Sanford Fl. An active member of Beta Sigma Phi and mom to many! Her table, door and heart were open to many more children than her own. She loved all things outdoors from sitting on the porch drinking her morning coffee and listening to the birds to swimming at the beach, lake, or pool. Her love for children only grew as grandbabies and great- grandbabies filled her life. She was a member of the Altha Baptist Church and shared her Christian views through her daily actions. Even as Alzheimer’s took her ability to communicate verbally, her kind heart, spirit and soul were visible through her eyes and smile. Her husband Carl E. and family were the center of her world. June and Carl E.’s relationship/friendship were a daily example of Christ centered love and marriage to all that encountered them.

June And Carl E. retired and moved to Marianna in 1998.  Building new friendships, enjoying the local nature, community, and church, leaving a legacy and imprint on family and friends.

She was preceded in death by husband; Carl E. Helms, mother and father; Martha and Bill Jennings, Bothers; Bud and Biddy Jennings, and Great granddaughter Quinn Warner.

She was survived by four children; James Warner and Wife Monica of Altha, Marti and husband Bill Miller of Quincy, Robert and wife Jenny Warner of Central Florida, Rick and wife Kim Helms of Inverness, Grandchildren: Josh and Wife Nikki Warner, Jacob and wife Emily Warner, Hannah Warner, Barbara and Jordan Helms, Great Grand Children: Davis, Maverick, Rory, and Masyn Warner.

A celebration of Life will be held at Altha First Baptist Church on Saturday, May 20th at 11am CST. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

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Phyllis Ann Jackson, 80, of Altha, FL passed away Friday April 21, 2023. Phyllis was born April 5, 1943, to Harry and Opal Utt in Beckley, WV. She moved to Altha 8 months ago from Tallahassee. Phyllis was a member of Airport Church in Tallahassee and more recently attended Sneads Assembly of God. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, loved cooking, growing flowers, and talking with her sisters. Phyllis served with her husband Don in the ministry for over 50 years in many churches throughout Florida. She is preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Jack and Jerry Utt. Survivors include husband of 61 years, Donald Jackson; son, Todd Jackson and Christan of Tallahassee, FL; daughters, Donna Clark and Jeff of Lake City, FL, Carla Whitfield and Keith of Altha, FL, Jessica Thompson and Josh of Tallahassee, FL; sisters, Sue Daniel of Lester, WV, Linda Williams and Benny of Woodville, FL, 16 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. Family will receive relatives and friends at Sneads Assembly of God Thursday April 27, 2023, at 1:00 PM CT until service time. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM CT with Pastor Juno Douglas officiating. 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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Mr. Sammie Will Dobbs, age 75, of Hosford, FL passed away Sunday, April 16, 2023 at his home. Sammie was born on January 14, 1948 in New Madrid, MO and had lived in Hosford since 1995 coming from Missouri. Sammie enjoyed fishing, landscaping, working in the yard, feeding his animals and cooking for his children and grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father, Jesse Dobbs, sister, Irene Suttles. Survivors include: Wife, Ruby Dobbs of Hosford, FL; three sons, Robert Flowers and wife, Jahna of Marianna, FL; Abraham Flowers of Bainbridge, GA; Bryan Flowers and wife, Brittany of Telogia, FL; six daughters, Tammy Passley and husband, Joe of Advent, MO; Laura McRoy and her husband, Lloyd of Malden, MO; Jessie Warren of Wappapello, MO; Carrie Cornett and husband, John of Telogia, FL; Michele McRoy of Bristol, FL; Melissa Grey of Boca Raton, FL; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 11:00 am (EDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Aaron Elkins officiating. Interment will follow in Hosford Cemetery in Hosford, FL. The family will receive friends Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 6:00 pm (EDT) until 8:00 pm (EDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

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Kasie Womble, of Marianna, Fl, passed away on April 8, 2023. She was only 35 years old and our family is devastated by this loss. Kasie was born on March 10, 1988, in Daytona Beach, FL to parents James “Butch” and Donna Womble. She is preceded in death by her father, James “Butch” Womble and Grandparents, J.B & Ruby Womble and Robert “Bob” Gray. Kasie is survived by her mother Donna Womble of Marianna, FL, brother James (Marie) Womble of Melbourne, FL, sister Belinda (Matthew) Fisher of West Columbia, TX, nieces and nephews, Hannah & Katelyn Fisher, Logan Womble, Gia Womble, Chloe Womble, grandmother Patty Gray of Newberg WV, Great Aunt and Uncle Don (Lea) Gray of Aurora, OH, Uncle Doug (Linda) Gray of Northfield, OH, Aunt Cindy (Kenny) of Moatsville, WV, Uncle Greg (Susan) Womble of Tallahassee, FL, numerous cousins, extended family Jill Sciko, Traci Sciko, Lee & Kathy Neuville, and her beloved animals, Buck (dog), Wiggies, aka Chunky Monkey, Rizzoli and Isles (cats). After Kasie graduated from Absegami High School in 2007 in New Jersey, she moved to Marianna with her parents and attended Keiser University studying Culinary Arts. Kasie loved Evanescence, Country Music, Disney Movies, WWE, Florida Gators, and all things cooking. She loved to try new recipes and share them with everyone she knew. The family would like to thank all the nurses and doctors at Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City. The family will receive family and friends on Thursday April 13, 2023, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel located at 20367 NW Evans Ave, Blountstown, FL 32424 starting at 11:00 AM (CT). Funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM (CT) with Rev. Michael Morris officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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Willese Terry Hall, 84, of Blountstown, FL passed away Friday March 31, 2023.  Willese was born January 28, 1939, to BM and Viola Terry in Phoebe, MS and moved to Blountstown in her teens. Willese was a founding member of the Blountstown Assembly of God Church. She worked at Calhoun Liberty Hospital for 29 years and enjoyed fishing, eating catfish at Paramore’s, and in her younger years, working in the yard but she truly loved the Lord and her family. Willese was preceded in death by her parents, BM Terry and Viola Nation Terry, her husband of 56 years, Odell Hall, brothers, Buddy, Melvin, and Eugene Terry, sister and brother-in-law, Winnie Fay and Gene Roberts, brother-in-law, Ronnie Hand, sister-in-law, Frances Terry, grandson, Joshua Hall, great grandson, Colt O’Bryan. Survivors include sons, Troy Hall and Margaret of Bristol, FL, Jessie Hall and Kathy of Blountstown, FL; daughter, Janice Jacobs and Kent of Bristol, FL; brothers, Charles Ray Terry and Cathy of Eulee, FL, Norman Terry and Lynn of Kinard, FL; sisters, Laura Terry and  Roy Bastin of Scotts Ferry, Joleta Hand of Blountstown, FL, Mary Folsom and Dale of Sneads, FL; grandchildren, Jana and Ted Presley, Savannah and Sterling Mercer, Kristy and Jeffery Copeland, Kelly Hall, T.J. Hall, Abbie Hall; great grandchildren, Kai and Owen Presley, Caden and Allie Mercer, Maison Cardwell, Jacob Copeland, Eli Copeland; sister-in-law, Gaye Terry of Blountstown; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends and family Wednesday April 5, 2023, at Blountstown First Assembly Church in Blountstown, FL starting at 10:00 AM. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM with Pastors Kent Jacobs and Charles Ray Terry officiating. Interment will follow at 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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Yvonne Chewning Watson, 86, of Bristol, Florida passed away on March 29, 2023. Yvonne was born on August 26, 1936, to Urban LeRoy Chewning and Berdia Elma Hines Chewning in Pensacola, Florida. She was raised in Pensacola and graduated from Mississippi College in Clinton, Mississippi in 1958 with a degree in Business Education. While attending college, she married Jimmy W. Watson on August 30, 1957. They were married for 65 years. In August 1958, soon after she graduated, she interviewed and was offered her first job as a Business Education teacher in Bristol. They moved from Pensacola to Bristol, and she began her career as a business education teacher at Liberty County High School; she remained teaching there for 33 years and Bristol remained her home until her death. Through the years at LCHS, she sponsored and was in charge of the yearbook staff, newspaper staff and many other programs and events, such as Junior and Senior Proms. She has always spoke about how the yearbook got its name “Garango.” They had a contest and the name derived from Garnet and Gold (the school’s colors). 

She was an active member of Lake Mystic Baptist Church in Bristol where she served for many years as organist, director of the Baptist Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU) and secretary. Many years ago, when her church was able to purchase an organ, she became and remained their organist for over 40 years. She began the churches first Baptist Young Women’s Group around 1964 and remained involved in leadership role or member of the Woman’s Group until her passing. She promoted a mission mindset at Lake Mystic Baptist Church for the past 50 years and followed the Great Commission, Matthew 28:19, “Go and Tell!” She also had the opportunity to serve on the Florida Baptist Convention’s State Board of Missions for several years. After she retired from teaching, she became the church’s part-time secretary for many years. She only worked part-time so she could travel the United States in their camper. She enjoyed the many trips that they were able to take and all of their camping buddies they traveled with while seeing new places. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Wilmer Watson, her parents, Urban and Berdia Chewning, her sister, Nancy Keesling, and her daughter, Alison Watson. Survivors include her son Craig Watson and wife, Sandra, and her daughter Alicia Goodman and husband, Nathan; grandchildren Bryan Watson and wife, Shanna, Jeremy Watson and Danielle Baggett, Chesten Goodman, Chessa Forehand and husband, Chase; great-grandchildren Cole, Peyton, Brody, Lily, and Brynleigh; brother Roy Chewning and wife, Connie; and brother-in-law Bill Keesling. Services to celebrate and honor Yvonne’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST Monday, April 10, 2023, at the Lake Mystic Baptist Church with Pastor Jerry Chumley officiating. Visitation will be held immediately before the service at 10:00 a.m. EST. Interment will follow at Lake Mystic Cemetery. Honorary Pall Bearers will be the members of the Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU) from the Lake Mystic Baptist Church. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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James Bryan Newsome, 48, of Clarksville, Florida, passed away on March 25, 2023. Bryan was born on November 14, 1974, to Clifford Newsome and Faye Kirkland Newsome in Dothan, Alabama. After Bryan graduated from Blountstown High School in 1992, he went on to become a general contractor. He loved fishing, hunting, and cheering on the Florida State Seminoles with his son Britt. Bryan was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Alvie and Velma Newsome, maternal grandparents Leonard and Inez Kirkland, mother and stepfather Faye and Mike Steverson. He is survived by his son, Britt Newsome, father and stepmother Clifford and Beth Newsome, brothers Cliff Newsome, Joseph Hall and wife Kathryn, sisters Stacy Miller and husband Jamie, Melissa Newsome, Amy Monk and husband Ron, Melissa Hudson and husband Mickey. He also leaves behind nieces Bailee Miller, Breanna Miller, Sadie Hudson, and Sophie Losee as well as nephews Trip Hudson, Blake Mancill, and Alex Mancill—in addition to many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. He will be sadly missed and always in our hearts. All services will be held at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida. The visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., and the funeral service on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Allan Nichols and Ronnie Smith officiating. We would love you to come and honor his life. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

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Ruth Sewell, 79, of Hosford, FL passed away at her home Thursday March 23, 2023.  Ruth was born July 22, 1943, to Charles and Mary Myers in Doylestown, PA. Ruth was a teacher for over 40 years with 37 of those at Hosford Elementary. She enjoyed sports including girls’ softball and watching all the football teams. Ruth enjoyed traveling, yard work, and hummingbirds, but truly loved her family. She was a member of Telogia Baptist Church, where she also taught Sunday School. Ruth was a volunteer at the Ministry center for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Mary Myers, a brother Homer Myers, brother Luke Myers, Donald Duncan, her husband of 34 years, brother-in-law, Douglas Duncan, and sister-in-law, Debra Price. Survivors include spouse Clifford E. Sewell of Hosford, FL; sister-in-law Pauline Myers of Harrisonburg, VA;  Brother Glenn Myers and wife Emma of Philadelphia, MS; Sister-in-law Gayle Myers of Crawfordville, FL; Sister Rhoda Yoder and husband Dan of Grand Ridge, FL; Sister Karen Moats of Marianna, FL; Brother Marlin Myers and wife Esther of Tallahassee, FL; Brother-in-law David Duncan and wife Faye of Bristol, FL; Sister-in-law Dorothy Sewell and husband Roger of Hosford, FL; Step children, Selene Sewell and friend Jamie Chester and children of Hosford, FL, Felicia Baker and husband Kenya and children of Blountstown, FL, Brian Sewell and wife Lisa and children of Hosford, FL; many nieces and nephews whom she deeply loved. Family will receive friends Monday March 27, 2023, at Telogia Baptist Church in Telogia, FL starting at 10:00 AM (ET). Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM (ET) with Reverend Maurice Langston officiating. Interment will follow at Hosford Cemetery in Hosford, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

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