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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Terry Howell McDaniel, age 75, of Wewahitchka, FL passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by family on Thursday, February 22, 2024. He was born November 11, 1948 in Lisenby Hospital, Panama City, FL. Terry retired from the city of Port St Joe after 30 years of service beginning his career with the Wastewater Treatment plant and retiring as the Superintendent of Public Works. He was a lifelong resident of Gulf County, passionate about fly fishing in the Deadlakes, hunting in Kinard, and driving his tractor around the yard. His kind spirit and willingness to help others offered a great sense of humor which led to plenty of laughter and jokes. Terry was devoted to his family and loved the time he could spend with them creating memories. Solving the world’s problems was his “specialty” if you were willing to sit on the back porch and listen. Terry is preceded in death by his father Thomas Howell and mother Minnie Ola McDaniel and nephew Tranuam Howell McLemore. He is survived by his wife of 31 years Pamela Cash McDaniel; his four children, Christy Griffin (Kevin), Kendra McDaniel, Kara McDaniel, and Bo Jackson (Ginger); grandchildren, Morgan Gouldburn (Andy), Madison Griffin, Augustus Griffin, Kayla McDaniel, Cole Jackson (Tina) and Kelley Jo Jackson; great grandchildren, Julia and Josie Jackson; his siblings, Ward McDaniel (Lesia), Penny McLemore (Charles), Dixie McDaniel, and Larkin McDaniel (Angie); five nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 2 at 11:00am CST at Westside Baptist Church in Wewahitchka, FL with Reverend Derrick Gerber officiating. The family will welcome visitation and host a fish fry in Terry’s honor immediately following the service at their home. All family and friends are welcome to attend. Arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home.
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Richard Iverson Bentley, age 81, passed away with his loving wife Catherine by his side on Sunday February 18, 2024, at Vitas Health and Rehab. He was preceded in death by mom, Bertie Iona and Stepfather Roy David Daniels (Eastpoint, FL), his father Albert Lee Bentley (Macon, GA), brothers, Curtis Eugene Bentley (Macon, GA) and Billy Wayne Daniels (Eastpoint, FL). Richard leaves behind his wife Catherine; children, Trish Hollenbeck and Arthur, David Wayne Bentley and Martina, Liz Custer and Mark, Sarah Wilder, Renee Cumbie and Andy, Michelle Usery and Adam; 16 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; brothers, H.L. (Bo) Bentley and Cathy (Eastpoint), Robert Bentley and Diane (Macon, GA), W.D. (David) Daniels and Chris (Buford, GA); sisters, Sarah Phillips and Alan (St. Pete, FL), Bonnie Daniels Yomes (Tallahassee, FL), a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who he loved and enjoyed spending time talking, joking around, and fishing with. A memorial service will be held on Saturday March 16 at Southside Assembly of God 15164 SR 71 South Blountstown, FL at 1:00 PM CT. In lieu of flowers please make donations to St Jude Childrens Hospital in Richard’s name. Arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home.
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Alvin Williams, age 84, of Altha passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. He was born March 22, 1939. Alvin was keen to let anyone who asked, and a lot who didn’t, know that he was “looking good” in hopes his sly smile would overcome the large facial feature god gave him to help hold up his reading glasses. Alvin got his start in leadership through participation in FFA and rose to the rank of chapter president in Altha. After graduation from Altha High School in 1957 he spent a short time at the University of Georgia, a short time in the military, and then a lifetime back home. He was later the Exalted Ruler of the Elks Lodge in Marianna while also serving as the Florida Division Manager for Georgia Timberlands, which at the time was one of the largest timber dealerships in the Southeast. Alvin later formed his own timber dealership and then ran a manufacturing operation making fence posts distributed across the eastern United States. He loved to tinker with equipment and never met a complex problem he couldn’t solve with something simple. He also never encountered a simple problem that he couldn’t attempt to resolve with a very complex solution. In his later years Alvin was a simple yet complicated man. He had the ability to bring calmness from chaos and chaos from calmness. His favorite toast was Ed Ball’s “Confusion to the Enemy;” However, he was also known to shorten the toast to simply “Confusion.” Alvin told many stories, some of which were probably true, some were stolen from others with the names changed to protect the guilty and indict the innocent, and a few may have been made up just to see if you would believe them. He was married for 60 years, the last half of which was enjoyed by the couple in separation. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Daniel “Big Bone” Williams; his mother Roxie Williams, his sisters Seable Perry, Jeweldean Harris, Lorene Smith; and his brother Chester Williams. He is survived by his wife Millie Jo; his son Richard Williams and his wife Denise, his daughter Lynn Hobby and her husband Edwin; three grandchildren, Cassie Hobby, Daniel Williams, and Josh Williams, two great grandchildren, Evie and Ellie; his sister Lodean Tate; and his brothers Lester Williams, Loyd Williams, and Kenny Williams. Sometimes family is more than blood. We would also like to thank another family member, James “Wildman” Mason, for being his longtime caretaker, friend, and truth teller. A viewing for family and close friends will be held from 10 AM CT until 11 AM CT at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown. A private service for immediate family will be held afterwards. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made to the Altha FFA Chapter or Chipola College to be used for vocational scholarships in areas related to welding, construction, or manufacturing. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Mr. Willie D. Wise, age 85, of Blountstown passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Willie D. was born on January 31, 1939, in Westville, FL to Ronal L. and Ester Hudson Wise. He was one of eight children. His brothers and sisters include Thelma, AJ, Edna, Annie Pearl, Glenda, Royce Gene, and Merline. Willie D. graduated Altha High School in1957 and married Mary Lee Howard in 1958. Together they had three sons, Doug, Jim, and Richard; three grandchildren, Tara, James, and Olivia; three great grandchildren, Ryker, Ryleigh, and Case. Willie D. was elected Clerk of Court in 1976 and took pride in serving the people of Calhoun County for 24 years. He leaves behind many friends and family and his presence will be greatly missed. At Willie D.’s request, no funeral or memorial services will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation in his honor to the Calhoun County Public Library. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.
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Shirley W Bateman, 88 of Bristol, Florida passed away on Wednesday February 28, 2024. Shirley had lived in Bristol, FL for 40 plus years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bristol, and a member of the Red Hat Society. Shirley was a big part of Bristol school system she was an elementary teacher, also the elementary music and arts coordinator director, Liberty County Preschool principle, Bristol elementary school director of instruction, Liberty County school’s president. She was a charter member of the Liberty County women’s club and a 3-year chairperson, and on the Liberty County arts council. Shirley enjoyed her family, reading, tending to her many flowers and plants and seeing to her horses, cows, chickens, dog and cats on her farm in Bristol. She was preceded in death by her husband Glenn H Bateman, two sons Chris Wayne Acree, Joseph G Bateman, two grandchildren Renee Youngblood and Christopher Acree and her parents Robert and Lottie Warren. Shirley is survived by her children Timmothy A Acree of Okala, FL, James Howard Bateman and wife Christine of Blountstown, Debbie Acree of Bristol FL. Her grandchildren Brian, Jay, Jill, Bonnie, Melodie, Jenny, Scooter, Julie. Nineteen great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. The Visitation will be held Saturday March 2, 2024, at 2:00 pm (ET) at the First Baptist Church of Bristol in Bristol, FL. The Funeral services will begin at 3:00 pm (ET) with Pastor Thomas Howell Officiating. Internment will follow at Lake Mystic Cemetery in Bristol FL. All arrangements are under the Direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home Blountstown, FL.
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Horace Earl Huggins, 88, passed away Monday, March 18th, 2024. Horace was born in Westville, Florida on January 2, 1936, to Curtis T and Ette Belle (Arrant) Huggins. Horace spent most of his childhood in Blountstown, Florida until he joined the Army in his late teens. In August 1956 he married an Okinawan, Yoshiko Kinjo, who he met while stationed on the island. After having their first child, Michael in Okinawa, they moved back to the United States and raised six more children in different states as Horace was stationed at different bases across the country and the world. They eventually settled down back in Blountstown to raise their family. After their children were grown, they spent a small stint from 1989 to 1995 in South Korea and Okinawa when Horace worked as a civil service employee in the commissary as a produce manager. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Horace worked in different industries, but mostly worked in the grocery business. Horace loved to fish and usually had a big garden every year. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ, first joining in 1965 in Fort Pierce, Florida. Living in Blountstown, he attended the Quincy Mission where he served as Teacher, Deacon and Elder throughout his years there. Horace was preceded in death by his wife Yoshi Kinjo Huggins, oldest son Michael Huggins, brothers James, Edgar (Bud) and W.C. Huggins, sister Vera Dudley. He is survived by his sister Elma Mullins; sons, Curtis K. and Michelle of Altha, Horace Junior Huggins of Blountstown, Charles Nephi Huggins of Clarksville; daughters, Akiko “Coty” Stoutamire and Bill of Blue Creek, Matsu Bell Greene of Blountstown, Meiko Whitfield of Bristol, Jenny Portier of LaRochelle France; grandchildren, Sam (Dawn) Greene, Jon (Chasity) Greene, Morgan (Taylor) Huggins, Brandon (Madison) Huggins, Trenten Huggins, Rick (Terri) Stoutamire, Brandi (Chuck) McCranie, Hana (Toby) Williams, April Huggins, Stephanie (Tony) Barrington, Becky (Jeff) Balentine; a host of great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. The visitation will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024, starting at 10:00 AM CT at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM CT with Alphonzo Hopkins officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Memorial Cemetery in Blountstown, FL. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Emerald Coast Hospice. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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James Dallas Veasey (59) born on June 16th, 1964 of Wewahitchka, FL. Passed away at his home. James was a self-taught shade tree mechanic. James in his previous years was a welder, tree logger and a truck driver. James was a jack of all trades. James was known as friend to many, he was always willing to lend a helping hand. James was well known for being rough around the edges, but he had a giving heart. James had a great love for his niece and nephews. James was proceeded in dead by his mother Helen Louella Veasey, Father Rexel Dallas Veasey, brothers Dewayne Veasey and Teddy Carter. James was survived by his brothers Roy Veasey, Rex Veasey and sister Kathie Semmes. A memorial service will be held on March 28th, 2024, at Jehu Cemetery in Wewahitchka, FL. The family encourages friends to share their stories of James at the service.
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Treva Castleberry, age 77 of Altha, Florida passed away Sunday morning, March 24, 2024, at home. Treva was born in Arkansas City, Kansas on June 18, 1946, to Andrew and Cecile Henning. Treva was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson and Calhoun County. Treva was a member of Word of Truth church for thirty-five years. She served in various ministries including Sunday school teacher, interpreter for hearing impaired, church secretary and most importantly a prayer warrior. She considered all of her church family to be her family and they were a BIG part of her life. She said, The Lord called me to love you all. Survivors include daughter, Gail Cox (fiancé, Drew), sons, Danny Sutton, (wife, Lisa), David Sutton, (wife, Nora), adopted children, Gene & Vickie Moses. Grandchildren include, Bradley Sutton (Andrea), Bethany Mars (Robert), Leland Bowman (Caprice), Amber Mason (Michael), Caleb Bowman (Alissa), Great grandchildren include, Taylor, Justin, Ambrea, Selena, Allison, Alexis, Ethan, Austin, Katherine, Abraham and a host of nieces and nephews. Sister, Andrea Kaye Revell (Roland) and brother Tom Henning. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 4pm (CST). Family will receive friends from 3-4pm (CST) at Word of Truth church in Blountstown, Florida with Pastor Bill Wells and Pastor Danny Sutton officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.
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Edith Louise Robinson, born on May 7, 1938, to Lloyd George Bailey and Margaret Anne (Moredock) Bailey at her grandparents’ home in Sheridan, Indiana, passed away on March 27, 2024. Edith, also known as Louise and Edie, was raised in the Christian faith with her brother, George Stewart Bailey (deceased), at the Blackhawk Airport in Sheridan, Indiana. They grew up in and around planes, taking flying lessons at early ages from their father, Lloyd, and with support from their mother Margaret, who had her pilot’s license. She graduated from Sheridan High School in 1956. She worked for different businesses as an administrative clerk and customer service representative, with her time at Gates Rubber Company—and the friendships developed there—being most memorable. She was also an enthusiastic and successful Tupperware and Avon salesperson. Her travels took her from Indiana to California, and after several years, back to Indiana, before she moved to Blountstown, Florida, where she lived for 36 years. Louise had a sweet countenance with friends and caregivers, a quick sense of humor, enjoyed reading and word games, tackling her word searches every day. Her real passion was Elvis Presley; she collected his music and memorabilia, which she proudly displayed in her home. She loved riding her scooter to Calhoun County Senior Services for lunch, holiday parties, and Bingo. She thoroughly enjoyed the friendships that she made and was grateful for the care and kindness of the staff, and volunteers. She was grateful for her neighbors and friends. and valued their support. Edith is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, her son Glen Stewart Kalman, grandson Tyler Kalman, husbands Charles Eugene Blackstone, Jr., George Kalman, Jim Garrigus, and Don Robinson (also of Blountstown, FL), her cherished dogs, Bootsy and Myah, and countless dear extended family members and friends. Louise leaves behind her children Teresa Blackstone (Michael) Gerringer of Eastsound, WA, David (Tina) Kalman of Sheridan, IN, Sheryl (Bob Setty) Venola of Kokomo, IN, and Susan Leal of Queen Creek Arizona; grandchildren Steven Tucker, Kimberly Leal, Tuli Venola, Kaitlyn (Brandon) Pickett, Mackenzie (Logan Peoples) Gerringer, Megan Kalman, Kristina Kalman, and Madison Gerringer; her step-grandchild, Jennifer Setty, her great-grandchildren Bella Madrigal, Meric Flacks, Eugene Pickett, and Eber Pickett, and her beloved dog, Rusty. A graveside funeral service will be held at Pine Memorial Cemetery in Blountstown, FL, on April 3, 2024, at 11:00am with Reverend Dustin Malphurs officiating. A visitation will be held prior to the service starting at 10:00am. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. In lieu of flowers, please consider. honoring her memory with a donation to Calhoun County Senior Association
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Amanda Lou Fowler, 46, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Capital Regional Medical Center in Tallahassee, FL surrounded by loved ones. Amanda was born on August 25, 1977, in Lanier County, GA. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Tommy Fowler. Amanda was an incredibly kind and honest person, always willing to help someone in need and never asking for anything in return. She loved her community, loved to cook, and loved to watch people eat her food. Amanda was a fantastic wife and mother who made sure her family always had everything they needed. She may not have ever gone chasing tornados, but she had her family and that was enough. Amanda is survived by two amazing daughters, Savannah and Rayleigh Fowler; and her parents, Felton and Mary Lou Hall. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 8, 2024, at 4:00 pm (ET) at Corinth Baptist Church in Hosford, FL with Reverend Kyle Peddie officiating. The family will receive friends Monday, April 8, 2024, from 3:00 pm (ET) until service time at 4:00 pm (ET) at Corinth Baptist Church in Hosford FL. Interment will follow at Sanders Cemetery in Hosford, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.
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