Billy Joe Lynn

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Billy Joe Lynn, age 41, of Altha, FL passed way Wednesday, July 27, 2022 in Altha, FL. He was born on March 29, 1981 to Wayne Lynn and Betty (Cole) Lynn and had lived in Altha all of his life. Billy Joe loved all sports, fishing and hunting, most of all he truly loved his family. He was preceded in death by his father, Wayne Lynn and sister, Dianne Bramblett. Survivors include, mother, Betty (Cole) Lynn of Altha, FL, two daughters, Emily Lynn of Altha, FL, Melanie Lynn of Altha, FL, three brothers, David Lynn and wife Heather of Altha, FL, Michael Lynn of Altha, FL, James Lynn of Altha, FL, one sister, Sandra Capps and husband Chad of Bristol. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 29, 2022 at 3:00 pm (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dwayne Tolbert officiating. Interment will follow in Edenfield Cemetery in Altha. The family will receive friends Friday, July 29, 2022 from 2:00 pm (CDT) until service time at 3:00 pm (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

Mrs. Laura Jill Sumner, age 48, of Panama City, Florida, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022 in Panama City, Florida. Laura was born on September 21,1973 in Panama City, Florida to Clifford Tharpe, Jr. and Joan Ellen (Lee) Tharpe. She grew up in Grand Ridge, lived in Altha, Florida for several years, and then resided in Panama City, Florida. Laura worked as an Educator with the Department of Corrections for the State of Florida. She received a master’s degree in Criminology and a bachelor’s degree in Education. Laura loved crafts, riding horses, and truly loved her family. Laura is preceded in death by her parents Clifford Jr. and Joan (Lee) Tharpe and a brother, Clifford Tharpe, III. Laura is survived by, beloved husband, Robert Sumner of Florida; sons, Caleb Bailey of Clarksville, Florida Zayed Afifi of Clarksville, Florida; daughters, Michaela Gill and Brian of Tampa, Florida, Hunter Bailey of Clarksville, Florida, Isabella Bailey of Clarksville, Florida, Hamylee Bailey of Clarksville, Florida; brother, Jeffery (Wade) Tharpe and Lisa of Grand Ridge, Florida; maternal grandmother Jeanette Lee of Port St. Joe, Florida; four grandchildren, Ryland, Julian, Brian III, and Mylah. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, Florida with Sonny Coburn officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Hill Cemetery in Port St. Joe, Florida. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 from 6:00 PM (CDT) until 8:00 PM (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, Florida. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.

Gus Tiff McClellan, age 63, of Clarksville, FL passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022. Tiff was born on October 17, 1958, in Marianna, FL to Gus and Syble McClellan and had lived in Calhoun County his whole life. Tiff was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening, loved FSU football, but most of all, truly loved his family.  Tiff was preceded in death by his father, Gus McClellan; mother, Syble Bridges McClellan; brother-in-law, Andy Nichols. Survivors include wife, Sharon McClellan of Clarksville, FL; sons, Chase McClellan and Mary Sue of Clarksville, FL, Sam Clay of Grand Ridge, FL; daughters, Tiffany Roddenberry and Bryan of Tallahassee, FL, Jennifer Benton and Billy of Sneads, FL; sisters, Chris Nichols of Blountstown, FL, Tanya Smith and Sammy of Blountstown, FL; grandchildren, Kyle, Haley, Alex, Ava, and Drew. Family will receive friends Friday August 5, 2022, at 1:00 PM (CT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM (CT). Interment will follow at the McClellan Family Cemetery in Frink, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

Mrs. Donna Jean Green, age 83, of Grand Ridge, FL passed away at her home on Sunday, August 7, 2022. Donna was born on December 15, 1938, in Calhoun County to Thomas Edward (Bear) Hansford and Eva Davis Hansford and had lived in Calhoun and Jackson Counties for most of her life. Donna devoted and gave her life to the care and wellbeing of her husband and 6 children, raising them off the land was endless work; growing, picking, canning, and cooking, was nonstop. But she loved flowers of all varieties and made time to grew and care for them, plus some of the most beautiful Roses around. She was preceded in death by her parents Bear and Eva Hansford; three sisters;Anna Margaret Hansford, Dorothy Weeks, Carolyn Sexton and three brothers; William Edward Hansford, Richard Harold Hansford, Charlie Max Hansford. She was a member of the Shady Grove United Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Gary L. Green of Wewahitchka, FL, Jim Green of Ellijay, GA; five daughters, Gail Rosenberger and husband, John of Grand Ridge, FL, Sandra Davis of Grand Ridge, FL, Beverly Etheredge and husband, Tim of Mexico Beach, FL, Brenda Green of Grand Ridge, FL. and Sylvia Green of Ball Ground, GA; one brother, Thomas Earl (Tommy) Hansford; five sisters, Deborah Starks, Wanda Mills, Ada Dean Hagler, Teresa Mayo, L V Hansford; 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 12, 2022, at 11:00 AM (CT) at Shady Grove United Methodist Church Reverend Terry Tatum officiating. Family will receive friends from 10:00 AM (CT) until service time. Interment will follow in Shady Grove Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida. 

Wesley (Wes) Robert Williams, 50, passed away at home with family on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. He was born August 9, 1972 to Wallace Williams and Sarah Jackson.While his family and friends are saddened by his death, they are thankful for his life. Wes was a kind loving fellow that truly had a heart of gold. Wes loved to tinker and build. He was a collector of all things. Something you may not have known about Wes, was that he had a brilliant imagination and loved to write. He was predeceased by his father, his mother, and his brother Dean Williams. Wes is survived by his sister Nona (Oby) Borelli and brother Joseph (Jasmine) Williams. Though Wes did not decide to have children of his own, he loved his nieces and nephews dearly. Calvin (Jerica) Borelli, Caden Borelli, David Borelli, Aubrey Borelli, Tonya (Earl) Fenton, Linda (Jimmy) Turner, Clare (James) Beaver and Zack Williams, Great nieces and nephews, Brandon, Blaine, Paige, Piper and Tripp. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 2:00pm (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

FOR FLOWERS CALL SHIVER'S FLORIST, 850 674 8191 OR 850 674 4788. BLOUNTSTOWN'S OLDEST AND FINEST.

Steve Otis Taylor, born October 14, 1956, passed away August 26, 2022, at his home in Altha, Florida. Steve was born in Wewa, Florida. He spent most of his life in Calhoun County. Steve was a Building Contractor with most of his career spent building residential homes in Wewa, Blountstown, and Altha. The last several years he focused on his electrical skills, providing electrical services to surrounding counties. He was known for his attention to detail and his craftmanship. He was especially known for his generous, giving personality, always willing to help anyone in need. Steve’s real love was his family, including his dogs. He was especially proud of his children. Steve is preceded in death by his father, Cedric Otis Taylor Sr., Mother Sarah Frances Abbott Taylor, his sister Dianne Taylor Pate, and his very special Aunt, Lucy Mae Abbott, his Father in law Harrison Taylor.Steve is survived by his wife of 24 years, Lisa Waldorff Taylor (Altha); daughters, Jammie Taylor (Jr) Blountstown, and Mitzi Goodman (Justin) Altha. Son Jake Edenfield (Kristen) Chipley. Brothers, Kenneth Wayne Taylor, Bristol; Cedric O Taylor, Jr, Blountstown. Sister, Frances Deneen Sexton, Blountstown. Sister in Law’s, Donna Tew, Blountstown; Jaycee Moore (John) Altha; Mother-in-Law, Katherine Taylor Altha; Father and Mother-in-Law, Larry and Kathryn Waldorff, Altha, Grandchildren, Gage Taylor, Abbigayle Pena, Hudson Edenfield, Ridge Edenfield, and Willow Goodman. Special Sister-in-Law, Cristle Glaze and Special Aunt Ida Lucile Silva.Several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 5:00pm (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

FOR FLOWERS CALL SHIVER'S FLORIST, 850 674 8191 OR 850 674 4788. BLOUNTSTOWN'S OLDEST AND FINEST.

Benjamin Dewey Nunery, age 78, of Wewahitchka, Florida passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022. Benjamin was born on May 4, 1944, in Wewahitchka, Florida to Vertis and Winnie Nunery and lived his entire life in the area. He worked as a heavy equipment operator at the St. Joe Paper Company for 28 years. Benjamin loved fishing, hunting, gardening, and really enjoyed building boats and fish baskets. He was a member at the First Pentecostal Church in Wewahitchka. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie Vertis Nunery and Winnie Went Harris Nunery; sisters, Ann Hysmith, Ruby Lee Sapp, Gertie Bell Porter; brothers, Lonnie Vertis Nunery Jr, Franklin Delano Nunery. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Hazel Nunery pf Wewahitchka, FL; sons, Benjamin D Nunery Jr and Alisa of Park City, MT, Phillip D Nunery and Pam of Wewahitchka, FL; daughter, Mary Frances Gingrass and Paul of South Fork, CO; brothers, William Lee Nunery of Wewahitchka, FL, Charles Munroe Nunery of Wewahitchka, FL, Jimmie Carl Nunery and Pat of Wewahitchka, FL; sister, Ouida Pearl Singley of Gulfport, MS; 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends Thursday, September 1, 2022, from 10:00 AM (CT) until service time at the First Pentecostal Church in Wewahitchka, FL. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM (CT) with Rev Mike Chumney and Rev Mike Sewell officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida. 

Andrew Boggs Ramsey, Jr., age 67 of Blountstown, FL, passed away on September 4, 2022. Boggs was born March 3, 1955, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, to Andrew Boggs Ramsey, Sr. and Eloise (Stanley) Ramsey and lived in Calhoun County for most of his life.  Boggs graduated from Blountstown High School in 1973, the University of West Florida with a BS degree and from Florida State University with a master’s degree. He served in the United States Army and retired as an educator for the Calhoun County School Board. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Blountstown, FL, where he served as a choir member. Boggs is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Boggs Ramsey, Sr. and Eloise (Stanley) Ramsey; two brothers, Marshall Ramsey and James Ramsey. Boggs was survived by his brother, Hunter Ramsey, and five children: Emily Ramsey Hill and husband, Jason; Elizabeth Ramsey Brock and husband, Dustin; Glen Eugene Ramsey and wife, Anna; Patrick Andrew Ramsey and wife, Misty; Andrew Boggs Ramsey III and wife, Meagon. He was blessed with 20 grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 10 at 4:00pm CST at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Glen Ramsey officiating. Entombment will follow in Boggs Cemetery in Blountstown, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.

 FOR FLOWERS CALL SHIVER'S FLORIST, 850 674 8191 OR 850 674 4788. BLOUNTSTOWN'S OLDEST AND FINEST.