William Joseph Adams

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Bonnie M. Johnson (Mickey), age 74, of Clarksville, FL passed away Friday, January 8,2021, at his home surrounded by his family. Mickey was born in Ocala, FL on August 2, 1946 to Bonnie and Myrtice (Howard) Johnson and had lived in Clarksville for the past 42 years. Mickey grew up in Dunnellon, FL and graduated from Dunnellon High School in 1964. Mickey enlisted in the US Army on January 3, 1965. After basic training and Advanced Individual Training as an Infantryman, he attended parachute jump school at Ft. Benning, GA. Upon completion of jump school, he was assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade. In August 1965, he was sent to the Republic of Vietnam, where he was wounded in combat and was awarded the Purple Heart. Upon completing his tour in Vietnam, he was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, NC. While at Ft. Bragg, he transitioned into the US Army Special Forces (Green Berets). In August 1969, Staff Sergeant Johnson returned to Vietnam with the 5th Special Forces Group and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Meritorious Achievement in Ground Operations Against Hostile Forces. After completing his second tour in Vietnam, he was transferred to the 8th Special Group at Ft. Gulick in the Panama Canal Zone. In 1972, Mickey returned to Dunnellon, FL, where he attended college and worked as a police officer. In May of 1975, he was catastrophically injured while riding a horse and was confined to a wheelchair for the remainder of his life. After his injury, he served as a city councilman, and then mayor, of Dunnellon, until he relocated to Clarksville, FL with his parents and two children in 1979. Mickey received his license to preach the Gospel on July 14, 1982, and graduated from the Baptist Bible Institute in Graceville, FL. For many years, he served as Associate Pastor of Poplar Head Baptist Church. He also served as an interim pastor and filled in at many area churches. He and his wife Sylvia attended Open Arms Assembly of God. Mickey was an avid horse lover and owned many horses, mules, and donkeys over the years. He was an active member of the Panhandle Saddle Club and attended area horse shows for many years. He shared this passion for horses with his family, and his influence is still evident today. Mickey loved his family dearly, and for many years, devoted much of his time to his daughters and nieces. On January 20, 2007, Mickey and his wife Sylvia were married. Sylvia was a loving and devoted wife, and never left his side. Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, Bonnie and Myrtice Johnson and a special grandson, Ryan Flowers. He is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia Johnson of Clarksville, FL, daughter Amy and husband Dave Steedman, of Ocala, FL, daughter Lori and husband Chris Flowers of Kinard, FL, grandchildren Karissa Scott, Meagan Steedman, and Blair Steedman, great grandson Kanaan Scott, brother Mike Johnson and wife Brenda, of Clarksville, FL, nieces Bonnie Richards, Tessa Garnett, and Amanda Dehn, and several great nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at the Poplar Head Baptist Church cemetery with Reverend Charles Coley and Reverend David Baker officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

  Danny Leroy Caseman, age 81, of Altha, Fl. passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family, on Monday November 23, 2020. He was born July 31, 1939 to parents Lloyd and Marion Caseman in Constantine, Mi. Danny was in construction most of his life. He loved his family, the outdoors, and watching boxing. He was predeceased by his parents, Lloyd and Marion Caseman, sister Nancy Preston and Brothers Carl and Howard Caseman, nephews Jeff and Charles Caseman, and Grandson Michael Badger. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years Dana Caseman of Altha, FL, seven children, Lisa (Norm) Bishop of Middlebury, Ind. Leslie Emery of Three Rivers Mi, Lori (Gary) Hall of Constantine, Mi. Chris Leupp of Middlebury, Ind. Cinamon (Steve) Daniels of Pace, Fl. Leslie Harris of Crestview, Fl. and Kelly Neel of Altha, FL, thirteen Grandchildren Nicholas Caseman, Elizabeth Wojtysiak, Shane Emery, Dr. Jaclyn Sylvain, Taylor Hendrix, Tarynn Grove, Corey Leupp, Mason Neel, Haley Payne, Mathew Harris, Alex Harris, SN Timothy Harris, Cody Badger and Cole Badger, eighteen Great-Grandchildren, two sisters Sandra Caseman of Sturgis, MI and Bonnie Caseman of Sturgis, MI. There will be a celebration of life for Danny Caseman at his home, 23623 NW Stevens Road Altha, FL. on December 6, 2020 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm (CDT). In lieu of flowers the family asks that you send a donation in his name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at PO Box 50, Memphis, Tn. 38101. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Fl. 

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Romelie Marie Lessard Talbert was born on December 12, 1941 in Gonzales, Louisiana. She was a former Sister of the Most Holy Sacrament, where she taught school, did domestic work in the convent and was the cook at the Motherhouse in Lafayette, Louisiana. She worked at Morrison Cafeteria after leaving the convent before moving to Tennessee. She and her husband later moved to Blountstown, Florida. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Blountstown, Florida..She is survived by nephews, Timothy Lessard, Bart Lessard, Keith Lessard, Rusty Lessard, Shane Lessard, Brad Lessard and Trent Lessard all of Louisiana, nieces, Alice Bleakely, Lisa Aydell, Roblyn Madere, Monique Witing, and Shannon Lessard all of Louisiana and several great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews all of Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilber Richard Talbert, by her parents, Clovis Lessard and Evelyn Mayers Lessard of Louisiana, three brothers, Ray Lessard, Stanley Lessard and Calvis Lessard all of Louisiana, nephews, Terry Lessard of Louisiana, Rodney Lessard of California and a great nephew, Lance Aydell of Louisiana. A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Blountstown at 10:00 am (CDT) Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Viewing will be from 9:30 am (CDT) until Mass at 10:00 am (CDT) St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church followed by cremation. A memorial service will be held in Louisiana at a later date. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

  With the deepest grief, we announce that William Joseph Adams, 26, passed from this life to the next on Monday, November 23, 2020. He was born, May 4, 1994, in Panama City, FL. Joseph loved music and was a gifted musician, playing the guitar, drums, and fiddle. He also had a passion for helping others, and he loved to float down the river on warm sunny days. Most recently, he worked in construction. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Teri Nash Wingate, and his grandfather, J.W. Powell.  He leaves behind his mother, Carrie Lorene Adams, of Altha, FL, his father, Riley Adams Jr., of Altha FL, his brother, Rian Adams (spouse Amber), of Panama City, FL, his sister, Katherine Byrne (spouse Brian), of Taylorsville NC, his paternal grandparents Riley and Erlene Adams, his maternal grandparents Kathy Leopard (spouse Bob) and Frank Wingate, two great grandmothers, Mary Brewer, and Frances Moore, three nephews, Brody Adams, and Benjamin and Zakkery Byrne, and niece Briana Byrne. Joseph was a son, a brother, a grandson, a family member, and a friend. Though Joseph's life was cut short, his kindness, friendship, and loyalty to those he loved will be remembered by those who knew him. Memorial donations can be sent to Peavy Funeral Home on behalf the Adams family. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. , age 56, of Altha, FL passed away Friday, December 25, 2020 at his home. Glenn was born on March 12, 1964 in Tallahassee, FL and had lived in Calhoun County all of his life. He was a Pawn Broker and enjoyed collecting many different things. Glenn loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing, Nascar and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Glenn was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Louise (Pitts) Basford; grandparents, Willie and Effie Pitts; sister, Donna Basford; brother, Little Ricky and two grandbabies. He was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include, wife, Tracy Basford of Altha, FL, son, Colby Basford and wife, Casey Lu-Ann Basford of Altha, FL, daughter, Mallory (Basford) McClain and husband, Brian of Altha, FL, two brothers, Wayne Basford and wife, Cathy of Grand Ridge, FL, Darryl Basford of Sneads, FL, two sisters, Barbara Moneyham of the Shady Grove Community, Marilyn Vincent of Blountstown, FL, one grandchild, Cole Asher McClain, who attended poppas daycare from day one, nieces and nephews, who knew at graduation he would pick his time to show them just how proud he was of their accomplishments. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at 10:00 am (CST) at the Altha Church of God in Altha, FL with Reverend Luther Pumphrey officiating. Interment will follow in Dykes Cemetery in Grand Ridge. The family will receive friends Monday, December 28, 2020 from 5:00 pm (CST) until 7:00 pm (CST) at the Altha Church of God. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

    With the deepest grief, we announce that William Joseph Adams, 26, passed from this life to the next on Monday, November 23, 2020. He was born, May 4, 1994, in Panama City, FL. Joseph loved music and was a gifted musician, playing the guitar, drums, and fiddle. He also had a passion for helping others, and he loved to float down the river on warm sunny days. Most recently, he worked in construction. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Teri Nash Wingate, and his grandfather, J.W. Powell.  He leaves behind his mother, Carrie Lorene Adams, of Altha, FL, his father, Riley Adams Jr., of Altha FL, his brother, Rian Adams (spouse Amber), of Panama City, FL, his sister, Katherine Byrne (spouse Brian), of Taylorsville NC, his paternal grandparents Riley and Erlene Adams, his maternal grandparents Kathy Leopard (spouse Bob) and Frank Wingate, two great grandmothers, Mary Brewer, and Frances Moore, three nephews, Brody Adams, and Benjamin and Zakkery Byrne, and niece Briana Byrne. Joseph was a son, a brother, a grandson, a family member, and a friend. Though Joseph's life was cut short, his kindness, friendship, and loyalty to those he loved will be remembered by those who knew him. Memorial donations can be sent to Peavy Funeral Home on behalf the Adams family. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

 
Mrs. Pamela Celest Williams, age 51, of Altha, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in Blountstown, Florida. Pamela was born on April 8, 1969 in Panama City, Florida to Charles and Jo Ann (Gaff) Williams. She was a homemaker and loved her family. Pamela was a member of the Christian faith. She is survived by: Father and Stepmother: Charles Williams and wife Sandy, of Panama City, Florida Husband: Larry Romine, of Altha, Florida, Son: Oliver Duane Clemons and wife Rebekah, of Athens, Alabama, 4 Grandchildren: Makenna Montgomery, of Athens, Alabama, Makayli Clemons, of Athens, AlabamaDeacon Montgomery, of Athens Alabama, Vivienne Clemons, of Athens, AlabamaNumerous cousins and other family members. A celebration of life will be held in honor or Pamela. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.   

  Lena Ruthie Weeks, age 69, of Wewahitchka, FL passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020 in Blountstown, FL. Lena was born on March 30, 1951 in Wewahitchka to James Weeks and Ruth Lena (Ham) Weeks and had lived in Wewahitchka all of her life. She was a retired custodian with over 20 years of service with the Gulf County School System working at the Wewahitchka Elementary and High Schools. Lena enjoyed art and crafts, crocheting and reading. She assisted with the band and kept the nursery at her church. Most of all she loved her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Millard, James, Edgar and Ernest; eight sisters, Pearl, Alice, Mamie, Myrtle, May, Lucille, Annie and Stella. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Wewahitchka, FL. Survivors include, one brother, Ernest Weeks of Wewahitchka, FL, three sisters, Myrene Edge of Cleveland, TN, Margaret Owens of Brooksville, FL, Connie Sasnett and husband, Gary of Wewahitchka, FL, several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held Friday, December 11, 2020 at 2:00 pm (CST) at the First Baptist Church in Wewahitchka with Reverend Mike Stroud officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.     

  
 Deborah Louise Powers, age 66, of Blountstown, FL passed away Friday, December 4, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Deborah was born on December 7, 1953 in Jacksonville, FL to Paul Burroughs and Verdie (Hammon) Burroughs and had lived in Blountstown for the past 29 years coming from Jacksonville. She was a retired Certified Nurses Assistant and was of the Baptist Faith.  Survivors include, one daughter, Kelly Collins and husband, Kevin of Blountstown, FL, one brother, Paul Burroughs of Blountstown, FL, six grandchildren, Kelsey, Kimberly, Rocky, Meygan, Cody and Austin, two great-grandchildren, Addilynn and Waylan. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

 Mrs. Lucretia Ann Spivey Porter, aged 67, of Blountstown, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Lucretia was born in Fernandina Beach, Florida, on September 22, 1953. She lived nearly her entire life in Calhoun County, Florida. Lucretia loved fishing on the ‘Big River’, once earning the state title for the largest catfish caught in the Apalachicola River. She enjoyed reading cookbooks, spending hours perfecting her chocolate desserts. She also appreciated the old-school methods of canning, sewing, and living like a pioneer. An entire room of her home was dedicated to crafting materials. She spent much of her spare time with her grandchildren creating everything from Halloween costumes to school history projects. Lucretia could paint, arrange flowers, create ice sculptures and even flawlessly dance the Carolina shag. After a short retirement from the logging industry, Lucretia spent the last few years in Alaska driving a tour bus entertaining her passengers with her Southern charm and accent. She loved the Lord and her church family at The Pinnacle Church. Lucretia was preceded in death by her parents, Gaston and Mizzetta Spivey, daughter, Lisa Michelle Leath Cumbie, and her husband, Wayne Porter. Survivors Include: Three Daughters: Paige White and her husband Wayne of Blounstown, Florida, Melissa Boggs and her husband Tracey of Marianna, Florida, and Daisy Holliday and her husband Manuel of Blountstown, Florida. One Brother: Gordon Spivey and his wife Patricia of Kinard, Florida. Sister: Delorse Davis and her husband Charles of Altha, Florida. Ten grandchildren: Jonathan, Brooke, Hayden, Caree, Brittnee, Madison, Mizzetta, Halston, Manuel and Zachery. Four great grandchildren: Olivia, Everleigh, Greyson and Laiklyn. And a host of extended family and friends. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020, at The Pinnacle Church, 1221 Dipper Road, Marianna, Florida, 32448. Services begin at 10 A.M. (CST). The family requests that all attendees wear masks. The church will make masks and hand sanitizer available at the entrance. The family will officiate the service. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted to help cover funeral expenses. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home located in Blountstown, Florida.      

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  Mr. John Rex Martin, Sr., age 63, of Blountstown, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at his home. Rex was born on August 1, 1957 in Blountstown, Florida to Jep Martin and Maggie (Stone) Martin. He was an automotive mechanic. Rex enjoyed hunting and fishing, gardening, woodworking and carpentry. He had lived in Blountstown for most of his life. Rex was a member of the Christian faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jep and Maggie Martin, and his beloved wife Peggy. Survivors include: son: John Rex Martin, Jr. and wife. Dana of Tallahassee, Florida, brothers: Rocky Martin and wife, Judy of Bristol, Florida, Lucky Martin of Hosford, Florida, nephew; Chris Martin and wife, Renee Martin and their children; Justin and Drew Martin. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 11:00 AM (CST), at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Tim Faircloth officiating. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from 10:00 AM (CST) until service time at 11:00 AM (CST)at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment will follow at Pine Memorial Cemetery in Blountstown, Florida. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.    

   Bonnie M. Johnson (Mickey), age 74, of Clarksville, FL passed away Friday, January 8,2021, at his home surrounded by his family. Mickey was born in Ocala, FL on August 2, 1946 to Bonnie and Myrtice (Howard) Johnson and had lived in Clarksville for the past 42 years. Mickey grew up in Dunnellon, FL and graduated from Dunnellon High School in 1964. Mickey enlisted in the US Army on January 3, 1965. After basic training and Advanced Individual Training as an Infantryman, he attended parachute jump school at Ft. Benning, GA. Upon completion of jump school, he was assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade. In August 1965, he was sent to the Republic of Vietnam, where he was wounded in combat and was awarded the Purple Heart. Upon completing his tour in Vietnam, he was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, NC. While at Ft. Bragg, he transitioned into the US Army Special Forces (Green Berets). In August 1969, Staff Sergeant Johnson returned to Vietnam with the 5th Special Forces Group and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Meritorious Achievement in Ground Operations Against Hostile Forces. After completing his second tour in Vietnam, he was transferred to the 8th Special Group at Ft. Gulick in the Panama Canal Zone. In 1972, Mickey returned to Dunnellon, FL, where he attended college and worked as a police officer. In May of 1975, he was catastrophically injured while riding a horse and was confined to a wheelchair for the remainder of his life. After his injury, he served as a city councilman, and then mayor, of Dunnellon, until he relocated to Clarksville, FL with his parents and two children in 1979. Mickey received his license to preach the Gospel on July 14, 1982, and graduated from the Baptist Bible Institute in Graceville, FL. For many years, he served as Associate Pastor of Poplar Head Baptist Church. He also served as an interim pastor and filled in at many area churches. He and his wife Sylvia attended Open Arms Assembly of God. Mickey was an avid horse lover and owned many horses, mules, and donkeys over the years. He was an active member of the Panhandle Saddle Club and attended area horse shows for many years. He shared this passion for horses with his family, and his influence is still evident today. Mickey loved his family dearly, and for many years, devoted much of his time to his daughters and nieces. On January 20, 2007, Mickey and his wife Sylvia were married. Sylvia was a loving and devoted wife, and never left his side. Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, Bonnie and Myrtice Johnson and a special grandson, Ryan Flowers. He is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia Johnson of Clarksville, FL, daughter Amy and husband Dave Steedman, of Ocala, FL, daughter Lori and husband Chris Flowers of Kinard, FL, grandchildren Karissa Scott, Meagan Steedman, and Blair Steedman, great grandson Kanaan Scott, brother Mike Johnson and wife Brenda, of Clarksville, FL, nieces Bonnie Richards, Tessa Garnett, and Amanda Dehn, and several great nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at the Poplar Head Baptist Church cemetery with Reverend Charles Coley and Reverend David Baker officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  The family request in lieu of flowers donation can be made to Open Arms Assembly of God building fund, 9996 Smith Tower Road, Clarksville, FL 32430.   

    Mr. Allan Craig Shiver, age 72, of Boling Springs, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Craig was born on April 8, 1948, in Lexington, North Carolina to John Earl and Virginia Louise (Leonard) Shiver. He worked as a school teacher and educator for 48 years. Craig had lived in the Spartanburg area of South Carolina for the last 35 years after leaving Blountstown. He enjoyed computers, working with his church, cooking, and genuinely loved his family. Craig was a member of Unity Presbyterian Church. Survivors include: brothers: Mark Shiver and Myra of Greenwood, FL; Douglas Grant Shiver of Clarksville, FL; sister: Brenda Shiver of Grand Ridge, FL; nieces and nephews: Angie Smith, John Shiver Jr., Douglas Shiver, Christy Bloechl, Craig Lipford, and Alan Shiver. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, January12, 2021, graveside at Nettle Ridge Cemetery in Blountstown, Florida at 1:00 PM (CST) with Rev. Bob Hayes officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, Florida.    

   Tina Marie Walden, 73, of Melbourne, Florida passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020 at Advent Health in Celebration, Florida. Tina was born January 16, 1947 in Kinard, Florida to the late Alton Capps and Florida Capps. After meeting the love of her life, Donald Walden, husband of 55 years, Tina left Kinard and together they went on many adventures around the world. In 2002, Don and Tina decided to settle in Melbourne, Florida and build a home full of love, laughter, magical moments for her grandbabies and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in the morning. Survivors include her husband, Donald Walden of Melbourne, her son Michael Walden and his wife Carlene of Milledgeville, Georgia, daughter Stacey Warner and husband John of Melbourne and daughter, Marisa Amick and husband Marcus of Melbourne. Grandchildren, Kristen Capps, Chloe Amick, Matthew Warner, Caitlin Amick and Ashley Warner. Sisters Lynda Garner and husband Keith of Jacksonville, Dagmar Capps-Reed and husband Jim of Tallahassee, Pamela Williams and husband Greg of Panama City. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 23, 2020 at 1:00 pm (CST) from the graveside at Magnolia Church Cemetery in Altha with Joe Hand and Glenn Walden officiating. Interment will follow. The family will receive friends Monday, November 23, 2020 from 10:00 am (CST) until 11:00 am (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.    

  Daniel David Castleberry, age 68, of Marianna, FL passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Daniel was born in Cottondale, FL on August 17, 1952 to Pruitt Colin Castleberry and Evelyn Frances (Holland) Castleberry and had lived in Marianna for most of his life. He was retired from the Florida Department of Correction with 22 years of service. Daniel loved all his family especially his grandchildren. He also loved music, FSU Football, enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and his Mustang car. Daniel was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Eugene, John Henry and Pruitt Castleberry, one sister, Dorothy Teems, nephew, Daniel Travis Castleberry. He was of the Pentecostal Holiness Faith. Survivors include, wife, Judy Hadden Castleberry of Alabama Three daughters, Jennifer Hamilton and husband, Jimmy of Grand Ridge, FL, Stephanie Mitchell of Marianna, FL, Terra Riley and husband Shawn of Marianna, FL, three step children-  Erik, Jeremy and Adrian Jenkins  of Kentucky  one brother, William Castleberry and his wife, Treva of Altha, FL, one sister, Elizabeth Hill and her husband, Billy of Graceville, FL, seven grandchildren, Bryan Hamilton, Taylor Hamilton, Hunter Wagner, Aiden Wagner, Landon Wagner, Kelsey Mitchell and Kenzie Mitchell, One great-grandchild on the way. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 4:00 pm (CST) at the Word of Truth UPC Church in Blountstown, FL with Pastor Ron Baker officiating. The Family will receive friends Saturday, November 21, 2020 from 3:00 pm (CST) until service time at 4:00 pm (CST) at the Word of Truth UPC Church. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.    

  Gene Aubry Strickland, age 80, of Tallahassee, FL passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 in Tallahassee. Gene was born on April 5, 1940 in Caryville, FL to W. J. Strickland and Dorothy Marie (Hatcher) Strickland and had lived in Tallahassee since 2008 coming from Blountstown and Bristol, FL. Gene was a retired Tug Boat Captain with 36 years of service. Gene loved fishing , Turkey Hunting, gardening, the outdoors and truly loved his family.  He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Sherry Strickland, brother, Bud Strickland. Survivors include, wife, Sandra Strickland of Tallahassee, FL, daughter, Lisa Galloway and husband, Thomas of Bristol, FL, brother, James Strickland and wife, Ouida of Tallahassee, FL, two sisters, Kathleen Pullan of Tallahassee, FL, Shirley Strickland of Blountstown, FL, two grandchildren, Kristina Rivera and husband, Omar and Leanne Willhite, three great-grandchildren, Adisyn Todd, Elias Rivera and Hank Willhite. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 12:00 pm (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Michael Morris officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Memorial Cemetery in Blountstown, FL. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 24, 2020 from 11:00 am (CST) until service time at 12:00 pm (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL. 

Christine Ann Atkins Pfeiffer, 84, of Pensacola, passed away Friday, November 27, 2020 in Tallahassee. Christine, known as Tine or Chris to her friends and family, was born in Quincy, Florida, on September 20, 1936 to the late George Wesley Atkins and Christine Ann (Bassett) Atkins. She graduated from the Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education, also participating in the Flying High Circus and FSU Choir. Christine started her career interning at O.J. Semmes Elementary in Pensacola and subsequently taught elementary children in Jacksonville and then Blountstown. She had the honor of being one of the last teachers to teach in the Log Cabin before moving to the "new" Elementary School. She then moved to Pensacola and taught at Ensley Elementary where she retired in July 1980 after 30 years of public service to the State of Florida. Christine enjoyed her retirement years as a Pensacola Ice Flyers hockey team season ticket holder, where she loved to dance to the "Macarena", the "Chicken Dance" and “YMCA” to ward off nervous energy during close games. She also loved singing and enjoyed attending Jazz Festivals and listening to Joe Occhipinti play his saxophone. Christine was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, John Pfeiffer. Survivors include: son Christopher George Kopec Atkins (Alicja), of Blountstown and daughter Christina Renee Kopec Ricardo (Louis), of Dade City, FL; seven grandchildren, Kate Atkins Vasquez (Joshua), Karla Atkins, Olivia Atkins, Laura ‘Christie’ Ricardo (John), Christopher Ricardo (Kerry), Courtney Ricardo and Caroline Ricardo; and five great grandchildren, Afon and Roan Stevens, and James, Edward and William Ricardo. As the Papa Ike of her generation, she will be remembered fondly, like her grandfather before her, for her zeal for life and incorrigible spirit. Requiescat in pace. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 4, 2020 at 10:00 AM (CST) at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with Rev. Schamber officiating. Interment will follow at Atkins Cemetery in Blountstown, Florida. The family will receive friends Friday, December 4, 2020 from 9:00 am (CST) until Funeral Mass at 10:00 am (CST) at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Due to the COVID pandemic, please observe social distancing. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

  R. Austin Wingate, 89, of Tallahassee, FL, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020.  He was born on November 22, 1931 near Quincy, FL to Perry Lee Wingate and Lovie Leola Bennett Wingate.  He graduated from Liberty County High School in 1950 and from Florida State University in 1954.  He served in the US Army, Airborne, Special Forces from 1954-1956. On June 6th, 1959, he married Shirley Wicker of Slocomb, AL.  They resided in Bristol, FL for over 50 years and were members of First Baptist Church of Bristol, where he also served as a deacon. He was a lifelong educator.  During his career he taught math and science at Wildwood High School, with the US Department of Forestry-Job Corp Program and with the Liberty County School District. In 2016, he moved to Tallahassee and became a member of Canopy Roads Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Julia Kate Guthormsen and his brothers Preston Wingate and Joe Wingate.  He is survived by his wife, Shirley of Tallahassee, FL; daughter, Wanda Jackson (Randy) of Bristol, FL; son, Roger Wingate of Camilla, Ga; son, Tim Wingate (DeeDee) of Tallahassee, FL; daughter, Sharon Haas (Bob) of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren, Sara Jackson, Huntsville, AL; Meredith McNeely (Greg), Destin, FL;  Kelsey Corley (Ryan), Grand Isle, LA; Evan Wingate (Saturn), Tallahassee, FL; Rachel Haas, Tallahassee, Fl; Erin Anderson (Dillon), Deland, FL; Keith Haas, Tallahassee, FL; Andrew Wingate, Leesburg, GA and Samantha Haas, Tallahassee, FL;  three great-grandsons, Jackson McNeely, Ryder Corley and Connor Corley; sisters, Leola Bracewell, Bonnie Tombs, Louise Chase and Lovie Kusick. A private family service will be held.  In lieu of flowers a memorial donation may be made to the Florida Baptist Children’s Home, P.O. Box 8190, Lakeland, FL 33802.  fbchomes.org All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

 Elizabeth “Nana” Deshotel, 81 of Wewahitchka passed away on the evening of November 26, 2020. Nana was surrounded by her family and friends during her last days here on Earth. Elizabeth was born in Rector, Arkansa on August 6, 1939 where she and her late husband, Ben (Papa) raised their three children. In 1986 Nana and Papa moved to Wewahitchka, Florida. Nana loved spending time with her family, working in her yard, making candles, and working in her wood shop. Elizabeth is survived by her children Perry Deshotel (Sherry), Tonya Witt, and Terry Nolan, two grandchildren Ashley Ferrell and Suede Nolan, three great grandchildren Laiken, Riley and Madilyn Ferrell, one brother George Mitchell (Pat), two sisters Annette Huckabay and Alice Blocker, special friends Croska and Arvelia Williamson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years,  Benedict Deshotel, mother and father Eva and George Mitchell, son David Deshotel, brothers Otho and Bobby Mitchell, and sisters Mary Well and Frances Burdin. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.