Margrett Carol Story

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Margrett Carol Story, age 75, of Hosford, FL passed away Monday, May 11, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Carol was born on February 26, 1945 in Coolidge, GA to Carl Sherrod and Mary Lee (O’brian) Sherrod and had lived in Liberty County for most of her life. Carol was a retired caregiver and supervisor at Liberty Intermediate Care Facility in Bristol for several years. She was a member of Word of Truth Church in Blountstown, FL and was a member of the 65 plus club at the church. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Hugh Willard Story, Sr.; three sons, Kenneth Willard Story, Lawrence Jeffery Story and Hugh Willard Story, Jr.; two brothers, Carl Ray Sherrod, Jr. and Sebron Wesley Sherrod; sister-in-law, Sharon Story. Survivors include, two sons, David Jerome Story and wife, Virginia of Bainbridge, GA, Bobby Lynn Story and wife, Norma Jean of Blountstown, FL two daughters, Sharon Meeks of Altha, FL, Karen Regina Oxendine of Blountstown, FL, brother, Raymond Sherrod and wife, Bobbie Jean of Blountstown, FL, one sister, Juanita Bell and husband, Steve of Dover, AK, daughter-in-Law, Nancy Story of Blountstown, FL, sister-in-Law, Frances “Sissy” Smith of Wauchula, FL, eleven grandchildren, Nichole Pickron, Tracy Price, Melissa Norris, Robbie Meeks, Tina Hill, Travis Meeks, Jason Story, Ashley Brincefield, Autumn Oxendine, Samantha Story and Johathan Story, 19 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildern. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 15, 2020 at 2:00 pm (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bill Wells, Reverend Donald Price and Minister Nancy Story officiating. Interment will follow in Blue Creek Cemetery in Liberty County. The family will receive friends Thursday, May 14, 2020 from 6:00 pm (CDT) until 8:00 pm (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.   

John H. Tomlinson, age 88, of Blountstown, FL passed away Monday, May 18, 2020 in Blountstown, FL. John was born in Monroe County, Alabama on September 16, 1931. He moved to Blountstown in 1955 after serving as an Army Ranger in the Airborne Division and spent the next 39 years working in the Calhoun County School System. John started as a coach and teacher; he later became Principal at Carr School and Blountstown High School. He ended his career in the administration office of Calhoun County Schools. John was a Deacon in the First Baptist Church of Blountstown. He loved his community and was a member of several local Civic Organizations, Rotary Club, Lions Club and a member of the Masonic Lodge. John always said, “I came for a short job in 1955 and never wanted to leave”. John was a sports enthusiast who loved golf, tennis, fishing and all other competitions. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Betty N. Tomlinson. Survivors include, two sons, John H. Tomlinson, Jr. and wife, Chris of Blountstown, FL; David Tomlinson and wife, Karen of Blountstown, FL; one brother, Vince Tomlinson of Edna, TX; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 3:00 pm (CDT) from the graveside at Nettle Ridge Cemetery in Blountstown with Pastor Dustin Malphurs officiating. Interment will follow. The service is open to anyone wishing to attend. The family will visit with friends after the service. The family request in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the Gideon’s International, Memorial Bible Chairman, P.O. Box 765, Blountstown, FL 32424. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.    

Erma Maxine Hand, age 89, of Altha, FL passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020 in Marianna, FL. Maxine was born on December 18, 1930 in Altha, FL to Joseph Bodiford and Montee (Barfield) Bodiford and had lived in Calhoun County most of her life. She had a passion for quilting, was expert at providing/cooking meals for her family and was an avid gardener. Maxine was a wonderful mother; turning chores into games, reading to her children, finding delight in the simplest of toys, making toys and useful objects from nature such as basket weaving, reed flutes and straw brooms. She was also self-taught in canning, preserving and freezing all types of foods from the garden and the woods including, wild berries, deer, wild hogs, turkeys and mullet from nearby coastal waters. She was active in her church, (Magnolia Baptist Church), attending Church Services, Revivals, Gospel Sings and working Vacation Bible Schools. Maxine also enjoyed a Square Dance Group with her children. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Seebron Hand; son, Joseph Hand; two daughters, Rose Booth and Becky Dugan; one brother, J.M. Bodiford; one sister, Vivian Godwin. Survivors include, one son, Franklin E. Hand of Altha, FL, four daughters, Sarah M. Simmons of Port St. Joe, FL, Jessie M. Ehrich of Blountstown, FL, Janie M. Hobbs of Altha, FL, Susan M. Hand of Altha, FL, four brothers, Tio Bodiford and wife, Janice of Blountstown, FL, Benjamin Bodiford and wife, Olga of Connecticut, George Bodiford and wife, Geneva of Oklahoma, Dent Bodiford, 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10:00 am (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Sister Martha Hyles officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.     

 Andrew Jackson (Jack) Ayers, Jr. , age 68, of Altha, FL passed away Friday, April 17, 2020 in Blountstown. Jack was born on November 3, 1951 in Astoria, Oregon to Andrew Jackson Ayers, Sr. and Barbara Jean (Chauncey) Ayers and had lived in Altha since 1974 coming from Tallahassee. He was a Civil Engineer with over 30 years of service with the State of Florida. Jack loved hot-rodding, corvettes, boating, rescuing injured squirrels and he truly loved all his family. Jack was also an accomplished musician as a guitarist and was a member of a few bands throughout his life. He appreciated all types of music and this interest was passed to ALL of his grandchildren.  His oldest Grandaughter Joanna is a singer and song writer and holds a degree in music composition from Bellhaven University.  Christie, is also an accomplished pianist while Zack is a song writer while the others have a keen interest in music.  Jack was very proud of their diverse musical taste and accomplishments.  He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Survivors include: Wife, Patsy Ayers of Altha, FL, one son, Drew Ayers and wife, Christine of Altha, FL , three brothers, Tommy Tillman and wife Stephanie of Tampa, FL, Danny Tillman and wife, Patty of Los Angeles, CA, Doug Tillman and wife Kathy of Tucson, AZ, one sister, Frances Watson of Bronson, FL, six grandchildren, Joanna, Caleb, Zack, Josh, Christie and Abby, one special great aunt, Mary Alice. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 20, 2020 at 11:00 am (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ed Masterson officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery near Altha, FL. The Family will receive friends, Monday, April 20, 2020 from 10:00 am (CDT) until service time at 11:00 am (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.    

 Phillip Anthony (Tony) Peddie, age 57, of Bristol, FL passed away Saturday, April 18, 2020 in Panama City, FL. Tony was born on August 16, 1962 in Liberty County to Bobby Peddie and Kathleen (Caison) Peddie Bailey and had lived in Liberty County all of his life.  Tony was a logger by trade. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, working in his yard and garden. He also enjoyed spending time in his man cave. Tony was preceded in death by his father, Bobby Peddie and a step-daughter, Donna Ellis. Survivors include, wife, Audrey Peddie of Bristol, FL, mother, Kathleen Bailey of Scotts Ferry, FL, two step-sons, Dale Sellers and wife, Lisa of Bristol, FL, Jason Sellers and companion, Meagan of Bristol, FL, one step-daughter, Susan Smith of Blountstown, FL, two brothers, Terry Peddie and wife, Tammy of Altha, FL, Tim Peddie of Scotts Ferry, FL, several grandchildren. No services are planned at this time. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.  

  
Mrs. Ruby A. Crisson, age 91, of Panama City, FL passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2020 in Panama City. Ruby was born on December 19, 1928 in Blountstown to James Haywood Aultman and Eliza B. (Fowler) Aultman. Ruby was a retired Dental Assistant with over thirty years of service. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robert Darrell Crisson. Due to the Corona Virus Pandemic, no services are planned at this time. A Memorial service will be decided by the family at a later date and announced by Peavy Funeral Home. Interment will be at Nettle Ridge Cemetery in Blountstown, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.    

Travis E. Jackson, age 73, of Clarksville, FL passed away Sunday, April 26, 2020 in Blountstown. Travis was born on October 16, 1946 in Jay, FL to JD Jackson and Irene (Chavis) Jackson and has lived in Clarksville since 2006 coming from Pensacola, FL. Travis enjoyed fishing, working in his yard, eating, sitting on his porch, going to Biloxi, riding motorcycles and most of all he truly loved his family. He served his Country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. Travis’s last job before retirement was working at Walmart in the Produce Department for 10 plus years. Survivors include, one son, Travis Jacob Jackson of Pensacola, FL, wife of 10 years, Julie A. Jackson of Pensacola, FL, step-daughter, Patty Summerlin of Pensacola, FL, one brother, JD Jackson and Carolyn King of Hosford, FL, Four sisters, Hellon Poley of Clarksville, FL, Shirley Walters and husband, Bruce of Jacksonville, FL, Carol White and husband, Norman of Pensacola, FL, Alice Simpson of Clarksville, FL, three grandchildren, Austin Kalfus, Jordan Summerlin and Brooklyn Summerlin all of Pensacola, FL, several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 1:00 pm (CDT) from the Graveside at Clarksville Cemetery in Clarksville, FL with Reverend Cole Thompson officiating. Interment will follow. All arrangement are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.   

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    James Howard Chason, age 81, of Kinard, FL passed away Friday, May 1, 2020 at his home. Howard was born on Sept. 29, 1938 in Okaloosa County to Bennie Jefferson Chason and Stella Marie (Cuchins) Chason and had lived in Kinard since 1991 coming from Dunnellon, FL. He served his Country in the United States Army.  Howard was a member of the Masonic Lodge, and a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies. He loved fishing, guns, reading, County music, playing the guitar, making knives, woodworking and most of all he truly loved his family. Survivors include, wife of 51 years, Hazel Chason of Kinard, FL, oon, Michael Daisey of Wewahitchka, FL, daughter, Jodi Grimm of Louisville, KY, two sisters, Angela Fowler and Shirl Crain both of Mossy Head, FL, five grandchildren, Timothy, Skyler, Ryan, Drew and Logan, two great-grandchildren, Alyvia and Colton. No funeral services are planned. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown.  
 

Shirley Wood Colvin, age 74, of Hosford, FL passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020 in Tallahassee, FL. Shirley was born on May 4, 1945 in Port St. Joe, FL to L C Wood and Lovie (Pelt) Wood and had lived in Hosford for most of her life. She retired from the State of Florida as a Title Clerk with 20 years of service. Shirley loved fishing, canning vegetables, telling her family what to do but most of all she truly loved her family and her church family. She was preceded in death by her parents, L C Wood and Lovie (Pelt) Wood, husband, James Colvin, two brothers, Buddy and Ronnie Wood and several nieces and nephews. Shirley was a member of Mt. Zion UPC in Hosford, FL. survivors include, two step-daughters, Patricia Hires and husband, Billy of Blountstown, Angelyn Kincaid and husband, Kenny of Hosford, FL, one brother, John Wood of Hosford, FL, two sisters, Linda Shoemaker of Kinard, FL, Susan Lowrey of Wewahitchka, FL, 6 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Friday, May 8, 2020 at 10:00 am (EDT) at Mt. Zion UPC Church in Hosford, FL with Reverend Aaron Elkins officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. The family request in lieu of flowers contribution may be made to Mt. Zion UPC Church in Hosford, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.