William "Shane" Maneth, 43, entered his eternal home on October 15, 2024, with his wife by his side. He leaves behind his wife, Garrett Maneth, his 3 children: Kayla Hostetter (24) and husband Dustin, Noah Maneth (18), and Madix Maneth (16), and 1 Granddaughter Pasiley Hostetter (2), his sister Chelsey Bernardi, spouse Mike and nephews Wyatt and Logan, and niece Charleigh and his mother Cindy Maneth of Tallahassee FL. Shane was the true definition of a family man and a devout follower of Jesus Christ. Everything he did, he did for others. Shane and his wife Garret founded and manage the Earthen Vessels Women’s Recovery that works diligently to help women out of addiction by offering them refuge and helping them find true freedom in our Lord Jesus Christ. Shane was nick-named "the house dad" because "in true dad fashion" was always the fixer of things. He was always the one everyone turned to when something went wrong. This characteristic is also what made him an excellent employee. He worked for Webber Infra. for 15 years working his way from laborer to Project Manager for D3 structures. Shane loved his job and many of his co-workers have recently been known to say, "Shane just held us together". When Shane wasn't working or fixing up the recovery, he was spending time with his wife, daughter, granddaughter or 3 boys (Dustin, Noah, or Madix). The other part of his time he was worshipping in the house of our LORD. Shane was not a member to one particular church, but rather went to various different churches with the ladies at the recovery making sure they understood that following Christ is not about one single church or denomination or even a building itself, but rather a group of people who love and serve the LROD. Shane's love for the LORD was evident not in just his words but his actions. We know that his time on earth was short and while we wish we knew the answer to "why?", what we do know is that Shane spent his life living for the LORD and guiding others towards HIS light. In the words of his favorite song "Perfect submission, all is at rest. I know the author of tomorrow has ordered my steps. So, this is my story, and this is my song. I'm praising my risen King and Savior all the day long" (Trust in God by Elevation Worship). Funeral services will be held Friday October 18, 2024, at Altha Church of God with the visitation beginning at 2:00 PM CT (3:00 ET) and service at 3:00 PM CT (4:00 ET). The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Earthen Vessels Women’s Recovery. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Mrs. Frances June Fant, age 68, of Clarksville, FL, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, in Marianna, FL. Frances was born on February 24, 1956, in Ocilla, GA to J.D. Sellers and Loriner Birdell Whitehead Sellers. She had lived in Calhoun and Liberty counties for most of her life. Frances worked as a caregiver for JCARC in Marianna, FL. She not only cared about her patients, but also mothered those in the community and her family that needed help and attention or assistance. Frances loved the Florida Gators Football Team, traveling with her sisters and trying new foods and new restaurants, canning vegetables, her dog Bubba, and mostly she adored her family. She was of the Pentecostal faith. Frances was preceded in death by: Her parents J.D. and Birdell Sellers; Brother Marvin Dale Sellers, Sr.; Sisters Dianne Marie Chapman, Barbara Alford, Margaret Elizabeth Sellers, Deborah Ann Rose; Mother-in-law Katheryn Pauline Fant; Father-in-law Clarence Edward Fant; Nieces Donna Louise Ellis and Robin Elizabeth Escobar; Nephew Terrell Patrick Sellers; Sisters-in-law Judy Lynn Danley and Audrey Carolyn Peddie; and Brothers-in-law Albert Lee Fant and William Edward Fant. She is survived by: Beloved husband whom she was with for over 46 years: Gene Fant of Clarksville, FL; Brothers: Johnny Sellers and wife Jonnie of Bristol, FL; Jerry Sellers and wife Shirley of Dothan, AL; Sister: Connie Bivin and husband Larry of Mobile, AL; A slew of nieces and nephews; Good Friends: Judy Chason, Carl Eastman, and Billy Fant; Services will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 2:00 PM (CT) at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL, with Pastors Roger Cosson and Larry Rogers officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 28, 2024, from 1:00 PM (CT) until service time at 2:00 PM (CT). Interment will follow at Old Shiloh Cemetery in Altha, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Thomas L. Semmes, aged 77, of Wewahitchka, Florida, born October 15, 1947 in Enterprise, AL, joined his Heavenly Father on October 25, 2024. He served a distinguished career in the U.S. Army – starting as a Crew Chief, in Vietnam, and concluding his last six years as White House Communications Specialist for Presidents Reagan and Bush, retiring as Chief Warrant Officer 3. During his military career, he and his family lived in Alabama, Texas, New Jersey, Germany, Georgia, Kentucky and Virgina. Tom was well known for civic activities and serving his community. His favorite hobbies were gardening, antiquing and traveling. He was a member of Westside Baptist Church (Treasurer and Deacon), Wewahitchka Friends of the Library (Treasurer), Wewahitchka Historical Society (Treasurer), the Republican Party of Gulf County and he single handedly ran the Wewahitchka, FL, Chamber of Commerce for 3 years. Tom is survived by his wife, Dianne, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage. He is also survived by his daughters Allison Semmes, of Camden, SC, and Amy Semmes, of Centreville, VA; his brother John Semmes, of Wewahitchka, FL, and his grandsons Zachary Irby and Jacob Irby, of Jacksonville, FL. He also leaves behind sisters-in-law Teresa Lykins (Louie) and Kathie Semmes; brother-in-law Billy Raker (Jennifer) and nephews Shane Semmes, Wewahitchka, FL, Carl Lykins, Bucyrus, OH, and Jeffrey Semmes, Panama City, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Madge (Jones) Semmes, his brother, Glenn Semmes, and his grandson, Nicholas Irby. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 29, 2024., at Westside Baptist Church in Wewahitchka, FL, at 1PM CST, with Reverand Joey Smith officiating. Viewing will be held from 12PM to 1PM at Westside Baptist Church, followed by internment at Roberts Cemetery in Honeyville, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Michael Leroy Norris “Plowboy”, 68, passed away on October 26, 2024, in Panama City. Michael was born February 23, 1956, to Frank and Camilla Norris in Foley, AL. He was a mechanic for Griffin Concrete and enjoyed being outdoors farming, and his family. Michael was of the Pentecostal faith and attended Abe Springs PH Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Michael is survived by his wife Jill Norris; sons, Michael and Christoper Norris; daughter, Kimberly Norris; brothers, Charles Gregory and Ester Norris, William and Jena Norris, Anthony Frank and Sheryl, Fredrick Dale and Debbie; sisters, Rebecca Ann and Ron Garland, Karen Joy Norris, Freda Gale and Eugene Cobb; several grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Open Arms Assembly of God. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Debra Faye “Debbie” Peavy passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at her home in Blountstown, FL. Debbie was born on January 3, 1960, in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida to Elliott Jessie Whittaker and Ruby Lucille (Nichols) Whittaker McCoy. She moved from Ft. Walton Beach to her family’s homestead in Clarksville in 1973. Debbie met her husband Marlon in 1974, and they were married on June 23, 1978. Debbie and Marlon built a life around running their two businesses, Peavy Funeral Home and Shiver’s Florist. They took on the responsibilities of those businesses and viewed them as serving the local families in the community. Debbie enjoyed many things, including watching her favorite shows, NCIS and Swamp People, sitting on the porch at the Chipola River listening to the owls, reading before bedtime, her puppy Luca, and gator hunting. Debbie had a love for the Lord, a love for talking, and a love for music. She would share all of them freely with anyone who sat still long enough. Debbie was preceded in death by her father, Elliott Whittaker and her brother, Larry Whittaker. Debbie is survived by her husband of 46 years, Marlon Peavy; daughter and son-in-law, Nichole and Jerry Kollarik; son and daughter-in-law, Travis and Niki Peavy; grandchildren, Aaron Kollarik, Lesleigh Peavy, Logan Peavy, Iann Kollarik; mother and stepfather, Lucille and Robert McCoy; sister-in-law, Peggy Register; nephews, nieces, and friends that she loved dearly. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Corinth Baptist Church in Hosford. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM central time with the service starting at 2:00 PM central time. Interment will follow at Popular Head Cemetery in Clarksville. The family will gather at the home of Travis and Niki, 18184 Main St N in Blountstown. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Nancy Faye Sewell, age 86, of Hosford passed away Saturday October 26, 2024. Nancy was born on December 18, 1937, to Irving and Irene Whitmire in Hosford. She enjoyed going to church at her home church Faith Baptist in Marianna, shopping at Goodwill and Walmart, her rose garden, cooking and feeding church members. Nancy was a foster and adoptive parent, who truly loved those kids. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Albert, brothers, Bill Cobb and Danny Griffin. Nancy is survived by her sons, Glenn Sewell and Kathy of Hosford, Clifford Jerome Sewell of Hosford, Adam Sewell of Bristol, Zack Sewell of Tallahassee; daughters, Tammy Edwards and Butch of Sneads, Lisa Shuler and Milton of Bristol, Margie Mansore and Mike of Tallahassee; sister, Aleene Abby of Crawfordville; 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday October 30, 2024, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM (ET) with the service starting at 12:00 PM (ET). Interment will follow at Hosford Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Barbara Ann (Bishop) Peavy passed away peacefully at her home in Live Oak, FL. on October 29, 2024. She was born September 8, 1942, in Port St. Joe, FL. to Robert E. Lee Bishop, and Hanna Ruth (Hooker) Bishop. She is preceded in death by her husband, Freddie Carl Peavy of 60 years. Her parents Bob Bishop and Ruth Bishop, brother Dale Collinsworth, and sister Kathleen Biggs. Barbara is survived by her children, Teresa Peavy, Tim Peavy, and Mark Peavy, 11 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren, brother Ronnie Bishop (Fay Bishop) brother John Bishop (Reta Bishop) brother Glenn Bishop (Kay Bishop), sister in-law Agnes Carriere. Numerous nieces, and nephews. She loved reading her bible, gardening, making crafts, and fishing. The graveside funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 10:00 am CT in the family plot at Buckhorn Cemetery in Wewahitchka, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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June Lenora Goodwin of Clarksville passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. June was born December 20, 1932, to Gustav Peterson and Doris Bloomberg. June moved to Clarksville in 1971 where she worked for many years with her husband in the swimming pool business and then retired from River Valley Rehab after years of cooking for the residents. June loved her flowers, fishing, cooking, and sewing. She was a member of New Home Baptist Church in Clarksville, FL. She is survived by sons, Bobby Goodwin and wife Lori, of Altha, FL, George Goodwin, of Altha, FL, Gus Goodwin and wife Teresa, of Blountstown, FL, Ronnie Goodwin and wife Wanda, of Altha, FL; daughter Debra Harnage and husband Richard of Thorn Hill, TN; 11 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; sister, Carol Calvill of Almont Springs, FL. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM CT with service starting at 11:00 AM CT. Interment will follow in Herndon Cemetery in Clarksville, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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James Lowell Pippin, age 83 of Edgewater Florida passed away on November 5, 2024. James was born in Panama City, Florida on March 24, 1941. He was preceded in death by his father David “Alex” Pippin and mother Minnie “Ruth” Pippin, and niece April Moreno. James is survived by his son Jeffrey and wife Penny of Edgewater FL, daughter Jennifer and husband John Smith of Clarksville FL, sister Janiece and husband Diego Moreno of Pensacola FL, grandchildren Laurinda and husband Joey Faircloth of Clarksville FL, Sheryl Smith of Milton FL, Joni Smith of Clarksville FL, Great grandchildren Jarret and Will Faircloth of Clarksville FL, nephew Wesley and wife Karla Moreno. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 1:00 pm CT at Traveler's Rest Free Will Baptist Church in Clarksville FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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John Joseph Berry age 61 of Blountstown FL passed away November 8, 2024. John was born July 26,1963 to Wellington L. Berry and Ruth Smith. He was preceded in death his parents Willington and Ruth Berry. Wife Teri Berry. Brother James Terry Berry. Half-brothers Earnest (Mark) Lee and Charley Earl Vinson and a nephew he loved dearly James Hagans Jr. Survivors include a Daughter Elin Berry. Half-sister Dale Deason (Michael) Edwards, Linda Williams. Half-brother Roger Vinson (Jeanette), Edwards Lee Turner (Laurie) and a host of nieces and nephews that loved him. Memorialization is by Cremation. All arrangements are under the Direction of Peavy Funeral Home.
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Mr. David Eric Hall, age 55, of Wewahitchka, FL, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, in Wewahitchka, FL. A memorial service will be held Saturday November 23, 2024, at 1 PM CT at Lands Landing in Wewahitchka FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL
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Mr. George Owen House, 101, died peacefully in his sleep on November 11, 2024, in Blountstown, Florida. George was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Jo Bond House, his father and mother, John Clyde and Ora Berta Buntin House, and his brother, John Clyde House, Jr. As a veteran of World War II and a bombardier who flew missions over the Pacific, it is fitting that he entered heaven on Veterans Day. Owen was born in Georgetown Georgia in 1923, was raised in Thomasville, Georgia, and lived most of his life in Blountstown, Florida. He worked for many years as the Florida County Forester for Calhoun and Liberty counties. Owen was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Lion’s Club. Owen loved fishing, golfing, finding and making arrowheads, and playing penny-ante poker with his friends. For almost 60 years, he was a member of the couples’ poker club, which met every week. Owen enjoyed gardening, and in his later years, he farmed his five-gallon buckets of tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant. Owen loved his family, and nothing pleased him more than to have his family visit. He also very much valued his visits from his friends as he grew older. Owen had a gentle sense of humor and tried to bring a smile to the face of everyone he met. He saw the best in everyone, and he never had an unkind word to say to anyone or to say about anyone. He had many friends and made friends anywhere he went. In fact, he remained friends with members of his World War II squadron until just a few years ago, when his last friend passed away. He genuinely cared about everyone who crossed his path. Owen is survived by his three children, Rebecca Sellers (David), Virginia Szarowicz (Dennis), and John David House (Jackie). He also leaves behind six grandchildren, Jennifer Hill, Katie Buchanan, Anna Edwards, Josh Bietenholz, Annie Jo Landers, and John David House, Jr. Eleven great-grandchildren survive Owen. He also leaves behind his good friends Nicole Butler and Betty Anne Cayson. A memorial service will be held at Blountstown First Methodist Church on November 16, 2024, at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be from 10:00 until 11:00. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Owen House Memorial Fund, Blountstown Methodist Church. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Chad Michael Allen Woodard Sr, of Bristol, FL passed away suddenly Saturday, November 9, 2024. He was born on July 25, 1987, in Quincy, FL. Chad is survived in death by his fiancée, Kaci Mcclain, their children Chad JR, Matthew, and Greyson of Bristol, FL; his parents Katrina and Louis Earnest of Hosford, FL; sister, Lea and Michael Wade; nieces, Lynsie, Laynee, Katilynn, Sofia and Zoey of Hosford, FL; brother, Kyle and Whitney Finaldi and their children, Flint and Abigail of Sopchoppy, FL. Chad was the grandson of Linda and the late Terry Sanders of Hosford, FL, and Elizabeth Earnest of South FL. He also leaves behind his uncles and aunts, Edward Piercy, Richard and Amanda Piercy, Charles Piercy, Barbara Piercy, and Becky Carey and their families. Chad was such a loving and caring individual, and he always had a smile on his face. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing and hunting, but truly enjoyed spending time with his family. He thrived on being with his kids and enjoyed taking them to the woods and riding around. Chad loved being on the boat with his little brother on the river. He also loved helping others and when anyone needed anything, he was there. Chad was his sister’s protector in any matter she needed him. His family and many others will greatly miss him. We appreciate all the love, support, and prayers from family, friends, and our community during this time. Chad's favorite saying was “It was never goodbye it was always I LOVE YOU!”. Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Corinth Baptist Church in Hosford, FL at 12:00 pm EST. Memorialization is by cremation with Peavy Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
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Mary Cathryn Bridges, age 96, of Scotts Ferry, FL peacefully passed away at her home Friday, November 14, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mary Cathryn was born on February 5, 1928, in Gadsden County. Mary Cathryn taught business education at Blountstown High School for 30 years. She enjoyed working in her yard, reading the bible, and spending time with her family. Mary Cathryn was preceded in death by her parents, Pug and Aliene Gaskin; husband, Charlie Cook Bridges; sister, Hazalene Reed; son-in-law, Greg Jones; great-grandson, Christopher Bontrager. Mary Cathryn is survived by her daughters, Pam Jones of the Carr Community and Bill Lee, Lea Barbee and husband Mark of Kinard, FL; nephew, Chuck Reed and wife Julie of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren, Travis Greene and wife Natosha of Scotts Ferry FL, Jana Bontrager and husband Scott of Preston, ID, Valerie Rash and husband Kyle of Riverview, FL, Mary Cathryn Harris and husband Mike of Altha, FL, Sharlyn Marie Todd and husband Kyle of Branson, MO, Joseph Reed and wife Tiffany of Tallahassee, FL, Cameron Reed and wife Anne of Lloyd, FL; 12 great and 2 great-great-grandchildren. The family had private services with interment at Pine Memorial Cemetery. For anyone wishing to do something in Mary Cathryn’s memory, please make donations to a favorite charity. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Catherine Nelson Reather passed away on November 17, 2024. She was born to Tom and Dorothy Nelson in Marianna, FL on October 26, 1951. Catherine loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and her family at Damascus Baptist church. She was a retired bank teller and her love for flowers and plants brought her much joy. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Philip Nelson. Catherine is survived by a daughter, Jenna Walters Girdler; stepson, Joshua Adams; sister, Susan Nelson (James Vincent); two granddaughters; one grandson; three step-granddaughters; two great-granddaughters; two great-grandsons; and several nieces and nephews; and her numerous cats. Funeral services will be held on November 21, 2024, in the Peavy Funeral Home chapel. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM CT until service time at 2:00 PM CT. Interment will follow at Nettle Ridge Cemetery in Blountstown. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Woodrow Calvin Creamer was born in Bonifay Florida on October 5, 1950. He went to be with the Lord on November 26, 2024, surrounded by his family. Calvin was proceeded in death by his father Woodrow Creamer, his mother Lois Harrell and his brother Danny Creamer. He served his country as an airborne ranger in Vietnam. He enjoyed camping, hunting and the outdoors. He was a devoted husband, daddy, pawpaw and friend. He leaves behind his wife Shirley Creamer, his daughter Kimberly Bailey, his son-in-law Mitch Bailey, his grandson Eric Bailey and his fiancé Aliyah Neff, his brother Dennis Creamer and wife Eunie creamer, his sister Tammy Taylor and husband Tim Taylor, his sister-in-law Teresa Creamer, several nieces and nephews and his little dog Tate. A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday December 1, 2024, at 1pm at Christian Assembly Church 4737 Hwy 2 Malone FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home Blountstown FL.
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Robert Daniel (Danny) Gouge, 86, of Bristol, Florida, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 4:07 p.m. Eastern time. Danny was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. In the earlier years of his life, he lived in Poplar, North Carolina, and attended school there. His family moved to Slocomb, Alabama, when he was 14 years old where he attended and graduated from Slocomb High School in 1957. Upon graduating from High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force serving for over twenty years. After retiring from the Air Force, he worked for SONY CORP and later the State of Florida Corrections Department, where he retired for a second time. He loved his wife, family, music, country, and the First Baptist Church of Bristol. Danny enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as Florida State Football. He loved supporting his community, by always showing up for the high school football team and the girls’ volleyball games. Danny was an exceptional singer who loved to share his passion for music by lending his voice to the choir at the First Baptist Church of Bristol. He was also a loving father, grandfather, and uncle. Danny loved to indulge in Bigfoot conspiracy and joke around with his family and friends. He was a man who loved to learn and was always trying to learn new Spanish words from his granddaughters, Emilia and Alexa. Danny was a kind tender soul who loved unconditionally and was a leader in his family and community. He is survived by his wife Anita Gouge, of Bristol, Florida; sons Jimmy Minton (Mia) and Cary Gouge; daughter Sandy Griffin (Leslie); brother Fred Gouge (Sandi); grandchildren Emilia Minton, Alexa Minton, Layton Griffin, LeAnn Griffin Neese, and Cory Gouge; nephews Cooper Gouge, Rod Hammerand, and Rick Hammerand; seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Jesse B. Gouge and Hazel Gouge Raut and his son Robert D. Gouge. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the First Baptist Church of Bristol with the visitation beginning at 10:00 AM EST and service starting at 11:00 AM EST. Interment will be at 3:00 PM EST at the Slocomb City Cemetery also known as the Pleasant Hill Baptist Cemetery in Slocomb, AL. The family requests instead of flowers, donations be made in Danny’s name to either the First Baptist of Bristol or a favorite charity. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Edna Barfield, 94, passed away on December 5, 2024. Edna was born to Floy and Nettie Kay on September 25, 1930. Edna enjoyed traveling, camping, being outdoors, and watching hummingbirds. Edna loved to keep her house and cook for her family. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Edward Kay, and sister, Jean Register. Edna is survived by her daughters, Deborah Fontaine of Lexington, SC, Rhonda Harrell of Marianna, FL, Regina Nickison (Diane) of Lexington, SC; grandchildren, Cheston Nickison, Joshua Nickison, Jessica Johnson, Chance Walton; and numerous great-grandchildren; only surviving sister, Marie (Rhea) Hilbourn of North Myrtle Beach, SC. Services will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM with the funeral service starting at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Pine Memorial Cemetery in Blountstown. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Sidney Eugene “Gene” Free, 75, of Bristol, FL passed away on December 6, 2024. Gene was born on August 7, 1949, in Altha, FL to Sidney and Thelma Free. After retiring from the United States Army, Gene moved to Bristol where he lived for 53 years. Around Liberty County Gene was involved in a lot of things. When he wasn’t working for United Insurance Company, he could be found serving as a Bristol City Commissioner, a Liberty County Commissioner, a Liberty County School Board Member, a Board Member for the Calhoun Liberty Credit Union, a member of the VFW, and a veteran service officer for Liberty County. Gene was also a member and deacon at First Baptist Church of Bristol. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and shooting billiards, but more than anything he loved spending time with his grandchildren. Gene is survived by his wife Patricia Free of Bristol; son Greg Free and wife Donna of Freeport; grandchildren, Lane Free and wife Tori of DeFuniak Springs, Sydni Ann Free of Freeport; great-grandchildren, Samson and Jude Free; brother, James David Free of Blountstown; sisters, Sidonia Marie Deighton of Monticello, Linda Sable of Marianna, Sue Bowen of White Springs, Brother -in-law Jack Gregory and wife Annie, Sister-in-laws Sandra Barfield and husband Randy, Linda Clark, Marsha Stevens and husband Ronnie, Paula Hyde and husband J.W., Dorothy Hammock and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held December 12, 2024, at the First Baptist Church of Bristol. Visitation will be from 2:00 pm (ET) until service at 3:00 pm (ET). Memorialization will be by cremation. Arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Mr. Kenneth Roger McCroan, age 93, a resident of Coosada, AL passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at his home. Mr. McCroan was born in Jackson County, FL on December 2, 1931, to the late Leonard McCroan & Georgia Belle Ayers McCroan. He served in the United States Airforce and he received his bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Florida. He attended East Memorial Baptist Church. "Mr. Dodge" as he was affectionately known was preceded in death by his parents Leonard & Georgia Belle McCroan, his wife Kathryne D. McCroan, his son Kenneth "Ken" Roger McCroan, Jr. and his brother J. L. McCroan. He is survived by his sons Keith (Mary) McCroan, Kevin (Tracy) McCroan, sister Patricia Ayers, sister-in-law Clara McCroan, grandchildren Kenneth R. McCroan III, Tara J. Jones, Thomas M. McCroan, Anna Grace (Dalton) Lawrence and six great-grandchildren along with a host of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Brookside Funeral Home, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens of Millbrook, AL. Graveside services with Military Honors will be held on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Olive Cemetery, 16481 Hanna Tower Rd., Altha, FL. 32421, with Fate Sewell officiating. Peavy Funeral Home of Blountstown, FL will be assisting with services.
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