Brad Edward Owens was born February 4, 1966, in Chattahoochee, Florida to Billie Edward Owens and then Edna Cloud Owens of Sneads Fl. Brad passed away Monday January 29, 2024, in Ft Walton Beach Florida with his loving wife Marcy by his side.
Brad was a 1984 graduate of Grand Ridge High School. He grew up working on his family’s farm and was an active member of Grand Ridge FFA where he won ribbons showing pigs. He tried a career in Corrections working at River Junction. While working there he met the love of his life Marcy. He then began his career in EMS in 1992 and found his passion. He worked at Calhoun EMS, Jackson County Fire Rescue, Blountstown Fire Department, Liberty County EMS, and Capital Regional Medical Center ER-Quincy. On the side he drove a tow truck for his nephew John of Mallory Towing and for a few years he played Santa in the Christmas parades, schools, and day cares in Blountstown, Bristol, and Altha. He served as board member, and children’s church director at Blountstown First Pentecostal Holiness Church. He loved fishing, gardening, working with wood building tables, FSU Football and of course his overalls. He was an active member of Hickory Hill Baptist Church.
Brad was preceded in death by his mother Edna Cloud Hewett of Grand Ridge, FL, his father Billie Edward Owens of Sneads, FL, one brother Rodney Hewett of Sneads FL, his in-laws J. C. & Reba Mallory of Westville, FL, three brothers-in-law, Junior Still of Port St. Lucie, Dan Mallory & Glen Barnett of Clarksville.
He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Marcy (Mallory) of Westville, FL, his son Bradley (Bubba) of Westville, daughter and son-in-law Allison and Steve Chambers of Clarksville, FL, the apple of his eye, granddaughter Amber Chambers of Clarksville, FL; his stepfather Bobby Hewett of Grand Ridge, FL, stepmother Ann Owens of Sneads, FL, three brothers, William Owens of Sneads, FL, Jonathan (Mary Kathryn) Owens of Tallahassee, FL, Jamie (April) Hewett of Louisiana, one brother-in-law John (Christine) Mallory of Clarksville, FL, five sisters-in-law, Dottie Howard Barnett, Sally(Greg) Phillips, Cheri Mallory of Clarksville, FL, Tonya Hewett of Tallahassee FL, and Pam Still of Port Saint Lucie, FL, three bonus daughters, Brittney Jackson, Janna Martin and Sabrina Stone, one bonus son James Boo Baker, a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews as well as his lifelong best friend Chris Burch. Honorary Pallbearers are the firefighters of Blountstown Fire Department.
He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, awesome uncle, a dedicated EMS Partner,
Services will be held Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with viewing starting 1:00 PM (CT) and memorial beginning at 2:00 PM with Reverend David Goodman officiating. Please join us for a true celebration of his life on his birthday.
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Christa Marie McDaniel, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 8, 2024, in Panama City, FL. She was born on January 21, 1972, in Panama City, FL, to Jimmy O’Neal and Mary Ellen Gortman. Christa's life was marked by love, resilience, and devotion to her family and her faith. Professionally, Christy dedicated 23 years of her life to Gulf CI where she served multiple roles and made many lasting friendships. Later, Christy worked at Wewahitchka High School, where she will be remembered for encouraging her kids in their faith and helping them push through the toughest time of their lives. Christy was dedicated for many years to her community. She was a member of the Wewahitchka Women’s Club and attended Glad Tidings Assembly of God. She is preceded in death by her father, Jimmy O'Neal Gortman; her brother, Joe Gortman; her paternal grandparents, Lester and Verna Gortman; and her maternal grandparents, Woodrow and Mary Stokes. She is survived by her loving husband, David McDaniel, and their two sons, Hunter (Rachel) McDaniel and Hayden McDaniel; her mother, Mary Ellen Gortman; brothers, Victor (Debbie) Gortman and Scotty (Laura) Gortman; sister, Rena (Greg) Drake; grandson, Hayes McDaniel; and special daughter, Trudy. A funeral service to honor and celebrate Christa's life will be held Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 2:00 pm (CST) at Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Wewahitchka, FL with Reverend Joey Smith and Hunter McDaniel officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives from 1:00 pm (CST) until service time at 2:00 pm (CST). Interment will follow at Jehu Cemetery in Wewahitchka. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Iris Ouida Chason Harbin, age 90 of Blountstown, FL passed away at home on January 12, 2024. Iris was born to the late Ira and Ester Glass Chason on June 3, 1933, at the home of her late grandparents, George and Mattie Glass. Following graduation from Blountstown High School, Iris moved to Tallahassee, FL. While working there, she met and married Walter Harbin.
Iris was preceded in death by her parents, her former husband of 26 years, Walter Harbin, and her companion of 36 years, Murphy McFarland. She is survived by three children: Sheryl (Sherry) Walden of Blountstown, Pat Stewart of Blountstown, and Don Harbin of VA. Grandchildren are Steven and Tawnia Arrant of Fairmount, GA; Georgia Walden Gunn of Tallahassee; Josh Walden of Bay City, MI; Wendy Reeder of Altha; and Courtney and Ben Rose of Austin, TX. Great- grandchildren are Abby Gunn; Austin Arrant; Caylynn and Johnny Aaron; Xavier Rose; and Ada Rose. She is also survived by cousins, nieces, nephews, and a host of dear friends.
No services are planned at this time.
All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon and Travis Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown.
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Arthur Haskell Bradley, age 79, of Sneads, Florida, peacefully departed to be with the Lord on December 27, 2023. He was born on June 30, 1944, in Rogersville, Tennessee. He was of Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his father Hickman Bradley and his mother, Fronia Bradley. Arthur was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Lula Bradley. Their enduring love was a testament to the strength of their marriage. Arthur also leaves behind his daughter, Amy Calhoun, and her husband Gary Calhoun Jr., and his beloved granddaughter, Nikki Calhoun. A Graveside service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, December 30th, 2023, at the Nettle Ridge Cemetery located in Blountstown, Florida. The ceremony will be conducted by Peavy Funeral Home.
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Mr. J. B. Musgrove, age 86, of Altha, FL passed away Saturday, December 26, 2023 at his home in Altha. J.B. was born on February 1, 1937 in Altha, FL to Jesse Musgrove and Rachael Phillips Musgrove and had lived in Altha all his life. J.B. loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing, gardening and visiting friends. Most of all he truly loved his family. He was a member of the Camp Head assembly of God Church. J. B. was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse Musgrove and Rachael Phillips Musgrove, two brothers, Tommy Phillips and Jimmy Musgrove. Survivors include, nephew: Kevin Musgrove and his wife, Jackie of Altha, FL, two nieces: Melissa Murphy and husband, Hudson of Pensacola, FL, Cathy Scott of Grand Ridge, FL, great Nephew: J.K. Musgrove and his wife, J. Larin of Altha, FL, several other Family Members. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 30, 2023 at 12:00 pm (Noon) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dewayne Tolbert officiating. Interment will follow in Chipola Cemetery in Altha, FL. The family will receive friends Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 11:00 am (CST) until 12:00 pm Noon (CST) 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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Troy "Big Bud" Walden, of the Red Oak Community, passed away December 26. Troy was born May 19, 1950 to Hazel McCoy Walden and the late George "Boy Blue" Walden of Clarksville. He was predeceased by brothers, twin, Roy "Little Bud", Kenneth, and Michael Walden, and best "ride or die" friend, Graves Parrish. Troy is survived by his wife of 53 years, Garnet Parrish Walden, his sons Nathan and Ryan (Heather)Walden, of Red Oak, daughter, Loran DeRanger of Marianna and 10 grandchildren. He is survived also by his Mother, brothers, George "Bobo" (Debbie)Walden, Wayne (Lisa) Walden, sisters, Sharon Edge and Michelle (Ken)Waldorff, and his family by choice, Dowling (Anita), Weldon and Fletcher (Debbie)Parrish, Mickey (Debbie)Deese and Sandi Hagaman and father in law, Houston Deese. And a host of both Parrish/Walden nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved equally. In 1969 Troy received his "Greetings" from Uncle Sam and served in the US Army as a member of the 82nd Airborne. After completing his military service, Troy was employed by McKenzie Tank Lines as a diesel mechanic, CGM Logging, then BE&K Construction as a millwright. In 1983 Troy returned to CGM and in 1985 Troy established Walden Timber Harvesting. He retired in 2018. To some, Troy seemed to be supernatural. To others, Troy was described as a man of servitude; one whose heart was compassionate, one who had a forgiving manner, one who was committed, and one who was a self made man. He wanted nothing but the best for the ones he loved and to ensure that his friends and family had what they needed. There were countless times where Troy went beyond to help a friend or family member. Over the past few days, conversations echoing Troy's selfless acts and servant heart have resounded the family home. So like Troy would have done, we have saved the best for last. Those who knew him would agree that Troy put his whole heart into his work, family, and friends. And while his work/life balance was not always evenly distributed, he knew he had Garnet to shoulder him when needed. Because of this, I wholeheartedly believe, there was no better match for Troy than Garnet. Troy proved that with Garnet's support, he could move mountains. And that he did. And while Troy was not perfect, he certainly aimed to be. His work ethic, drive, and support from the love of his life, contributed to his success. The legacy that Troy has left for this world is unparalleled. It will be hard to match. And the hole in our hearts will forever ache because Troy has left this world. Services for Troy will be Friday, December 29th at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida. The viewing will begin at 3:00 pm at Peavy Funeral home, followed by the service at 4:00 pm. Family and friends are invited to join the Walden family at the Walden Sand Cut Pavilion (located off Ayers Cemetery Road) after the service for a covered dish meal.
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Ms. Janie Manning Combs, age 77, of Hosford FL passed away on December 27, 2023. Janie was born on December 29, 1945, to the late Richard and Daisy Manning of Blountstown, but lived in Liberty County for most of her life. She was predeceased by her parents, brothers James and John-Henry Manning of Blountstown, sister Annie Sansom of Hardaway, husband Eddie Combs of Hosford, and daughter-in-law Sonia Brown of Telogia. Janie is survived by her three children, Marvin Brown of Telogia, Stephen (Christa) Brown of Huntsville, AL, and Joley Owens of Sneads; four sisters, Katie Reddick of Bristol, Irene Henderson of Bristol, Ina Miley of Greensboro, and Patricia (Ronnie) Moran of Pensacola; seven grandchildren, Joseph (Shilo) Brown, Tyler Brown, Christian Brown, Kaileigh Brown, Bridgit Owens, Landon Webb, and Emilee Spicer. A host of nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Janie worked at Liberty Intermediate Care Facility in the 1980’s until it closed. After leaving Liberty ICF she began working with the State of Florida where she retired from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. After retirement Janie became a stay-at-home caregiver for her husband. Janie loved embroidery, collecting lighthouses, and watching country music television shows that hosted singers from the 70s and 80s. Janie also had a soft spot in her heart for dogs. She has owned and shared her home with many dogs as pets, but she had a special place in her heart for her only surviving dog, Tyson, of sixteen years. Janie enjoyed going to church when she was able, she was of the Holiness faith, and she loved to talk about the Lord. If there was something going on in the world or in someone’s life, she would think of a Bible scripture that would fit the situation and everything would make sense. Janie had a special relationship with everyone that came into her life, and she will be deeply missed. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, with family visitation at 12:30 PM (ET), public visitation at 1:00 PM (ET), services held in the chapel at Peavy Funeral Home at 2:00 PM (ET). Funeral procession to Good Hope after the service. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown.
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Mr. Craig Allen Creel, age 56, of Blountstown, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on December 29, 2023, in Blountstown, Florida. Craig was born on September 22, 1967, in Palatka, Florida to Charles Franklin Creel and Ruthie Dean (Alexander) Creel. He had lived in Blountstown most of his life. He was a member of the Protestant faith. Craig was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing, but if there was anything he loved more it would be his passion for truck driving. His favorite thing in life was his love and devotion to his family. Craig is preceded in death by: parents, Charles Franklin and Ruthie Dean (Alexander) Creel; sister, Carolyn Shields grandparents, Charles and Myrtice Creel and John and Effie Alexander; mother-in-law, Vivian Ann Dunn, father-in-law Wilmer Earl Smith, sister-in-law, Stacie Alday. He is survived by:Loving and Devoted Wife: Angela Nichole “Nikki” Creel; Daughter: Ashley Smith and husband Troy; Stepsons: Cole Dawsey and Michael Dawsey; Stepdaughter: Allison Maloy and husband Cole; Brother: Jerome Creel and wife Lazelle; Brother-In-Law: Jerry Shields; Grandson: Bryor ; Step grandchildren: Mason and Maddie; Several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at 2:00 PM (CT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, Florida with Pastor Michael Morris officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel from 1:00 PM (CT) until service time at 2:00 PM (CT). Interment will follow at Sunny Hill Cemetery in Altha, Florida. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.
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Connie Berry Davis Carpenter, age 83 of Blountstown, FL passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024. Connie was born in Winter Garden, Florida to William Ernest Berry and Vera Inez Berry on October 17, 1940. She was preceded in death by her parents and her adoptive father John E. Davis of Nokomis, Florida; sisters Sandra Seekford and Nel Beck and a brother Jim Davis.
Connie is survived by her husband of 65 years, James Alton “Al” Carpenter of Blountstown, one sister Catherine Myer and her husband John of Sarasota, daughter Amy Carpenter Johnson and her husband Todd of Blountstown, their daughters Hannah Johnson McCalvin and her husband Jamie of Blountstown, Caroline Johnson Reid and her husband Brett of Alliance, Dana Clark Kimball and her husband Cody of Hosford. Daughter Lori Carpenter Tatum and her husband David of Altha and their son Zach Tatum and his wife Natalie of Marietta, GA.
Connie’s great grandchildren; Caden McCalvin and Ellie Grace McCalvin, Wayne Reid, Briar Kimball and Reece Kimball.
Connie was a faithful member of the Blountstown United Methodist Church for 60 years, she was also an active member of the United Methodist Women and taught a Sunday School class for many years. Connie was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and received recognition from the Florida State Genealogical Society for being a descendent of a Florida Pioneer.
Connie loved her family dearly and enjoyed travel, genealogy research and time spent with friends and family. A memorial service will be held Monday, January 8, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Blountstown United Methodist Church. The family will receive visitors on Sunday January 7, 2024 from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Samaritan’s Purse organization at www.samaritanspurse.org. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Thomas “Tommy” Odell Ayers of Altha, Florida passed away on January 3, 2024 at the age of 76. Tommy was born on December 7, 1947 in Altha, FL to George Ray and Louise Ayers. He graduated from Altha Public School in 1965 and married his high school-sweetheart, Connie Mears, in 1967. After graduating from Chipola College, Tommy was drafted in the United States Army in 1968. By graduating in the top two of his Basic Training class, he was selected for advanced training in communications. He was then assigned to the Army Security Agency and served in Korea during the Vietnam Conflict. He was honorably discharged on January 1, 1974. He returned home, attended Florida State University, and then began a career in the fire protection system industry, working in installation, design, and inspection. He was an outdoorsman; enjoying hiking, camping, and hunting over the years. He could be found playing golf, woodworking, and spending time with his family. Above all, he loved his family and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was an active member of Sunny Hill Pentecostal Holiness Church. He is preceded in death by father George Ray Ayers, mother Louise Braxton Ayers, brother Lowell Edward Ayers, and niece Penny Kay Ayers. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Connie Mears Ayers, daughters Lunden Ayers Roberts (Jimmy) and Shanda Ayers O’Bryan (Randy), grandchildren Kasey Roberts, Thomas Jesse Roberts (Dakota), Morgan Roberts Morris (Alex), Sawyer Ayers O’Bryan, and Addison Grace O’Bryan, brother in law Reece Mears (Della) and brother in law Terry Mears, along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. A memorial service will take place Sunday, January 7, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. CST at Sunny Hill PH Church, 19352 CR 274, Altha, FL with Reverend Sonny Coburn officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 2:00 p.m. CST. Memorialization will be by cremation. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to Chipola College Foundation baseball scholarship fund 3094 Indian Circle, Marianna, FL 32446. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Jimmy Barfield, 91, passed away peacefully January 3, 2024. Jimmy was born in Blountstown on December 30, 1932, to E.M. (Em) and Ruby Mae Barfield. He lived much of his life in Gulf County, where he worked for and retired from the St Joe Paper Company. Jimmy had a strong faith and was a deacon at Beach Baptist Chapel in St Joe Beach for years before moving to Marianna and joining Faith Baptist Church. He enjoyed vacations in the mountains but most of all, he loved his family. It was said of Jimmy, if you met him, you liked him, if you knew him, you loved him. Jimmy was preceded in death by his two sons, Jimmy Dozier and Wayne Dozier. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Edna Barfield; daughter, Regina Nickison (Diane) of Lexington, SC; Rhonda Harrell of Marianna, FL, Deborah Fontaine of Lexington, SC, Franklin Faircloth (Glenda) of Blountstown; grandchildren, Cheston Nickison, Joshua Nickison, Jessica Johnson, Chance Walton; and numerous great grandchildren. Services will be held Wednesday January 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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In Loving Memory of
Harry (Bub) Leroy Hereld
November 04, 1943 – January 05 ,2024
Born in Russell’s Point, Ohio to the late Melvin Leroy and Marrietta (Beach) Hereld. Faithful member/ordained minister to South Side Assembly of God in Blountstown FL. Army Veteran, truck driver, retired from Liberty County Road and Bridge Department and a member of red level masonic lodge no.134. He was passionate about playing guitar and serving his lord, church, and family, especially his grandchildren who he renamed after their birth with a pet name. He was married to his loving wife Eileen for 42 years. They have two sons, Melvin Clinton Leroy (Clint) Hereld and James Eugene Hereld and stepson Rodney Taylor. He was preceded in death by 6 siblings, Clara Ostermyer, Sherry Dugan, Sondra Spires, Lila Mckinley, William (Bill) Mckinley, Roger Mckinley and nephew Raymond Spires. He Is survived by his wife Eileen Hereld of Bristol, FL; sons Clint and Ashley Hereld of Bristol, FL, James and Whitney Hereld of Blountstown, FL, and Rodney Taylor of Lakeview, Ohio; Thirteen Grandchildren, Jarred, Kaitlyn, Angelina, Jade, Selena, Caison, Jenna, Marleigh, Brantley, McKenzie, Gabrielle, Jaley, Harley; and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Memorial services will be Saturday January 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm (CST) at South Side Assembly of God Church 15164 SR 71 S Blountstown FL with Pastor William Timmins officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Betty Ann Griffin, 79 of Blountstown, Florida passed away on Wednesday January 31, 2024. She is preceded in death by her late ex-husband Clarence F Griffin, her daughter Lisa Ashlock, her brothers John Wayne Bass and James Croma Bass JR, her parents James Croma Bass Sr and Lucille Anne Butler Bass, and her grandson Daniel Kear. She is survived by her children John Griffin, Jason Griffin, Cherie Kear, and Amanda Griffin as well as her adopted children Brandi Phillips, Candice Barnum, and Travis Griffin. Her surviving grandchildren Keith Ashlock, Melissa Kear Sanchez and her great grandchildren Jimmie Ray Phillips III, Jon Wyatt Phillips, Jacob River Phillips, Jeffery Matthew, Lee McQuiston, Xander Bee, Easton McQuiston, and Cherokee Kaptiva Griswold. Betty was such a wonderful woman who raised her children and watched them raise kids of their own and she then proceeded to raise her 3 grandchildren (adopted children in 2001) after her daughter Lisa passed away in 2000. She loved watching them grow up and start families of their own. Betty absolutely adored her great grand kids and always knew what to say to make people smile and could brighten anyone’s day with her infectious laughter. Her love for life will continue to live on in her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Betty will be greatly missed. I hope the angels know what they have. Memorial Services will be held at Frink Baptist church at 1:00 pm on Saturday February 10, 2024. Any questions please contact Brandi @ (850)272-6295. Arrangements are the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Barbara Anne Pollock Gray had a joyous homecoming with family by her side on February 4, 2024, at age 89. She was born September 26, 1934, in Columbus, GA. Barbara, known as Nan to so many relocated to Tallahassee, Fl in 1969 with the love of her life Bill Gray, before moving to Blountstown FL in 2014 to be near the great grandkids. She was a member of Evangel Assembly of God in Tallahassee. Barbara started working at Woolco Department Store as an office manager, before owning the Christian Book Store in Tallahassee. Barbara had an undying love for Jesus and loving people. If you needed a grandmother or mother, she would jump in and offer her love as a mother or grandmother figure. Her love of Christ was seen everywhere she went, and she would share the gospel for all up to her last breath. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Homer and Maggie Pollock, William J (Bill) Gray her husband of over 50 years, Sister Tressa Byrd, Brother Robert Pollock, and Daughters Sharon Hoagland and Susan Gray. She is survived by her grandchildren Jody Hoagland (Crystal) of Fountain, Florida, Keith Hoagland of Fort Lauderdale, Son in Law Jim Hoagland of Blountstown, Florida, Great grandchildren Aimee Hoagland, JD Hoagland, Parker Hoagland, Step Grandchildren Tyler Cordel and Bentley Gray and a host of nieces and nephews. Besides her family Barbara had some very special friends Bill and Mary Derrenberger, Diane Danford, and Chris and Nikita McDougal. A visitation will be held at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL, Thursday February 8, 2024, from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm (CST). A graveside service will be held Friday February 9, 2024, at 11:00 am (CST) at Culley Meadowood Memorial Park in Tallahassee, Florida. The family will receive friends at 10:00 am (CST). In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Barbara’s name to the Bristol Pentecostal Holiness in Bristol Florida. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Bertie Mae Griffin Pitts, age 85, of Kinard FL passed away peacefully on Monday, 12 February 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born in Broad Branch, FL on 29 March 1938. She was a proud homemaker, mother, and grandmother. Her pleasures in life included singing for family and friends, painting, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren. Bertie Mae was predeceased by her husband of 64 years Barnum Gale Pitts, parents Elbert “Buck” Griffin and Estelle Griffin, and grandson Timothy S. Pitts. She is survived by five children, Timothy L. (Janet) Pitts of Milton FL, G. David Pitts of Kinard FL, Teresa R. Pitts of Wewahitchka FL, Pamela J. (Milton) Aaron of Alapaha GA, and Clifford H. (Michelle) Pitts of Kinard FL; five grandchildren, Sandi McNeal, Anthony (Jaiden) Pitts, Kimberly Chandler, Brianna Aaron, and Carson Pitts; ten great grandchildren, Madison, Luke, Lakin, Amy, Emily, Noah, Collin, Elaina, Alice, and Neil; and four great great grandchildren, Kinsley, Cameron, Daisy and Kinsley; one sister Margaret Brogdon of Wewahitchka FL. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, 17 February 2024 at Cypress Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Kinard FL. Visitation with family will be at 10:00 am with funeral services following at 11:00 am. Intermit will follow in Cypress Creek Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown FL
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