William Castleberry
William Castleberry, age 73, of Altha, FL passed away Wednesday, November 30,2022 at his home in Altha, FL. William was born in Cottondale, FL on May 5, 1949, to Evelyn and Pruitt Colon Castleberry, Sr. William was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson and Calhoun County. He was a U. S. Army Veteran, retired Contractor and Security Guard at Calhoun County Corrections and a member of the Word of Truth Church in Blountstown. He was well-known in the community for helping others, such as taking them to the doctor. He loved running the church bus, so he could talk with them about the Lord. Anyone he ran in to, he would always want to talk to and pray with them. His main goal was winning souls for the Kingdom of God. Survivors include his wife, Treva Castleberry; daughter Gail Cox of Inverness, FL; son Danny (Lisa) Sutton of Palestine, TX; son David (Nora) Sutton of Cairo, GA; daughter Kim (Patrick) Sanchez of Coral Springs, FL, and Christopher (Rhonda) Castleberry of Altha, FL. Seven grandchildren, Bradley, Bethany, Amber, Caleb, Leland, Stacey, Christala and a host of great grands. One living sister, Elizabeth (Billy) Hill of Graceville. Preceded in death by four brothers, Daniel Castleberry, Pruitt (Sandra) Castleberry, Jr., Johnny Castleberry, Eugene (Jill) Castleberry, and one sister, Dorothy Teems. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 2, 2022, at 11:00 am (CST) at the Word of Truth UPC Church in Blountstown, FL with Pastor Bill Wells officiating. The Family will receive friends Friday, December 2, 2022, from 10:00 am (CST) until service time at 11:00 am (CST) at the Word of Truth UPC Church. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Bert Anderson Harden
Bert Anderson Harden, 95, of Blountstown, FL, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Bert was born on March 16, 1927, in Calhoun County to Luther and Ruby Harden. He was in the US Navy during WWII and then worked for the International Paper Company for 30 years. Bert was a member of Gateway Baptist Church, apart of the Marianna Ham Radio Club, and a member of the Masonic order. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, traveling, talking and visiting with friends, his grandchildren, and eating good fried catfish with coleslaw and hushpuppies. Most of all Bert truly loved his family. He is preceded in death by his wife, Bernice Harden, brother, James Harden, sisters, Rosalee Halley and Grace Holley. Bert is survived by daughters, Vicky Sims of Alford, FL, Helen Harden of Lynn Haven, FL, Meg Mattix and Walter of Birmingham, AL; 4 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. Family will receive friends 10:00 AM (CST) on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at Gateway Baptist Church in Blountstown, FL. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 AM (CST) with Rev Ryan McDougald officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown. FL.
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Ruth Eleanor Waterman
Ruth Eleanor Waterman, age 49, of Blountstown, Florida, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022. Ruth was born December 21, 1972, in Hialeah, Florida to Louis James and JerryAnn Griffin. She worked as a State Agricultural Inspector for the State of Florida and enjoyed just being around the water, listening to music, and just having a good time, but most of all truly loved her family. Ruth was preceded in death by her father, Louis James Griffin and mother, JerryAnn Foxworth. Survivors include, husband, Ralph Willard Waterman of Blountstown, FL; sons, Malcolm Cole Griffin of Jackson County, FL, Riley Willard Waterman of Blountstown, FL; daughter, Caliegh Alexis Morse and husband, Travis of Jackson County, FL; father, William Earl Foxworth. Memorial service will be held Friday December 16, 2022, at 11:00 AM (CST) at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL with Rev. Darrell Johnson officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Edward Glenn Hall
Edward Glenn Hall went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2022. He lived out his 65 years fully here on this Earth. Glenn was a long-time resident of Wewahitchka, Fl where he passed peacefully in his home with family. Glenn was born on September 19, 1957 in Jacksonville, Fl to Arthur Jack Hall and Mary Lou Ritchey. Glenn was a brother to 6 siblings with whom he loved and got into mischief with. He married his beautiful wife Sonjia Deniese Shirah on September 19, 1980. Their 42 years together produced two amazing children, Nicholas Arthur Hall and Spring Nicole Hall. Glenn spent part of his life in the auto glass business where he was awarded the Hero Award followed by living a trucker’s life where he became a Million Miler with Melton Truck Lines and an Ambassador with Knight Transportation. From there he went on to work for Shelton’s Trucking where he was not only a driver but became their Flatbed 101 instructor and helped establish their Ambassador Program. He was a beloved coach of baseball, basketball, volleyball and softball to many athletes throughout the years instilling confidence, values and the love of the game. Glenn was an avid lover of his family first and foremost, FSU, Golf, motorcycles, all things water related, Christmas and helping others. Glenn is survived by his wife Sonjia Hall, son Nick Hall and wife Heather Hall, daughter Spring Hall and future son in law Rob Dorman, grandchildren McKenzie Hall, Carter Holcombe, and Ella Rey Hall, his mother Mary Lou Hall Sparks, sister Cyndi Thomas and husband Ron, brother Andy Hall, sister Susan Sandlin, sister Luvennia Halus and husband Scott, sister Paula Lindsay and husband Danny, brother-in-law Roy J. Shirah and wife Veronica, cousin Renee Ramer and husband Phil, cousin Jennell Logan and husband Freddie, and multitudes more nieces, nephews, and cousins as well as countless numbers of friends. He is predeceased by his father Arthur Jack Hall, brother John Hall and wife Becky Hall, his father-in-law Roy Shirah and wife Ina Shirah, and sister-in-law Danney Shirah. Service to be held on December 14, 2022 from 6-8 PM at Peavy Funeral Home 20367 NW Evans Ave, Blountstown, Fl 32424. The family request attire to be FSU or bright cheery colors (no black) with optional dinner after at El Jalisco in Blountstown. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Harold Elbert Pickron
Harold Elbert Pickron, age 76, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022. Harold was born on February 4, 1946, in Kinard, FL to Robert Lee and Annie Bell Griffin Pickron. Harold was a long-time resident of Calhoun County, was in the US Navy from 1963-1969, and worked 50+ years in construction. He was a former Calhoun County Road Department supervisor, former Calhoun County commissioner, and the first certified commissioner for Calhoun County. He enjoyed spending time at his river camp, restoring older cars and trucks, and most of all his family and friends. Harold was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Pickron, mother, Annie Bell Griffin Pickron, and 1 brother, R.L. Pickron. Harold is survived by 1 son, Robert Pickron (Regina) of Clarksville, FL; 3 daughters, Dianna McIntyre, Laura Pickron, and Pam Savell (Allen) all of Blountstown, FL; 10 grandchildren, Robert Harold and Griffin Pickron, Miranda Smith, Brandon Ward, Terri Lynn Lipford, December Wilson, Joshua, Tanya, Ariel and Jeremiah Savell; 10 great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Bob Pickron (Ruth) of Bristol, FL, Bill Pickron (Diane) of Tallahassee, FL, Roy (Mildred) Pickron of Blountstown, FL; and 1 sister, Ann Pickron Dekle of Bristol, FL. Family will receive friends Saturday December 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM (CST) at Mt Olive Cemetery in Altha, FL. Funeral service will follow with David Goodman officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Clen Allen Wilson
Clen Allen Wilson, known by those who loved him as Smokey, age 66, of Blountstown, Florida, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022. Clen was born October 8, 1956, in Paris, IL to Leroy Wilson and Geraldine Jones. He lived in Blountstown for the last 35 years and was a carpenter by trade, a craftsman who has left his mark on so many homes and projects in the local community through his trade. He also worked for more than 30 years as the Maintenance Supervisor at the W.T. Neal Civic Center. Clen enjoyed all nature activities especially kayaking, fishing, and camping. He loved animals, especially his golden retriever, Sassy Lass and his blue pit, Nicholette. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Geraldine, brother, Michael, and his sister, Rebecca. Survivors include, son Clen Wilson and Paula of Carbon, IN; daughters, Shelley Maurer and Derrick of Indiana, Allison Landis and Nathan of Virginia; grandchildren, Heidi, Bethany, Abbie, Thaddaeus, Zoe, Jaxon, Gwen, Clen Jr. and Skyler, ex-wife Dana Ayers and current partner Tambra Connelly. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Bernice Kemp Fortner
Bernice Kemp Fortner, 93 of Wewahitchka, passed away peacefully on December 14 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was the eldest of 5 children born on September 11, 1929, at Wetappo Creek to George and Lula Kemp. At an early age, the family would move to Kinard, FL where she graduated high school in 1947. “Maw Maw,” as she was most often referred to, touched the lives of many during her 93 years. She was employed by the Gulf County School Board as a school bus driver for over 25 years, where she made many life-long friends with the students she transported. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she helped with the nursery for many years. She loved the Lord and her family and was always willing to help anyone in need. A woman of many talents, she taught herself how to play piano, loved to crochet and quilt, and enjoyed fishing. Most of all, she was known for her cooking. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Fortner, and son, Charles Fortner, sisters, Ida Bell Lindsey, Helen Clements, and a brother, George D. Kemp, Jr. She is survived by her son, Willie Joe ‘Dude’ (Diane), daughters Sue Jones (Eddie), Faye Jones (Roland), and Lisa Howze (Mike), daughter-in-law, Silene Fortner, grandchildren Kelli Creamer (Jason), Kristin Hamlet (Chris), Josh Fortner (Jessica), Brandi Sasser, and Clay Sasser, five great grandchildren, Kendall and Cade Creamer, Austin Fortner, Chase and Carleigh Hamlet, her sister, Ouida Cross, and special friends, Charles and Helen Borders. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 16, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Wewahitchka. Visitation will begin at 10, with services to follow at 11. Interment will take place at Cypress Creek Cemetery in Kinard, Florida.
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Jose Luis Grande Guzman
Jose Luis Grande Guzman, age 90, of Bristol, Florida, passed away Friday, December 16, 2022. Jose was born December 22, 1931, in El Salvador and moved to Liberty County in 2000. He loved and enjoyed talking and preaching the Word of God. Jose also enjoyed baptizing people in the name of the Lord. He loved reading his bible, playing his guitar, and singing for the Lord. Survivors include children, Orlando Grande and wife of Australia, Olivia Grande of California, Luis Grande and wife El Salvador, Juan Grande and wife Bristol, Carlos Grande and wife of Greensboro, Isreal Grande and wife of Greensboro, 14 grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren. Graveside funeral service will be at 1:00 PM (EST) Monday December 19, 2022, at Bristol Cemetery with Rev. Derek Causseaux officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Donnie Lamar Kimbrel
Donnie Lamar Kimbrel, of Altha, Florida, traveled to his final heavenly home on Saturday, December 17, 2022, while surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Donnie was born on December 2, 1951, to Tom and Essie (O’Bryan) Kimbrel, the 8th child of 11. Donnie was a man who loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. His many loves included his life as a tug boat captain, at which he excelled. His love of boating carried on into his personal life as he and his family spent countless hours on the water. He loved the outdoors and exploring new places and experiences with his family. He was a kind, generous, and good-hearted man, who judged no one, but made people feel accepted and welcomed. He’ll be remembered for his sense of humor and ready laugh, which never failed to make others smile. He was also ready with a piece of wisdom to impart from his many years of various life experiences. Although he had many loves, his family was his first and most joyful love. Family waiting to welcome Donnie home includes his mother and father, Tom and Essie Kimbrel, brothers, Carl and Wilbur Kimbrel and nephew, Jeff Kimbrel. Family that will miss him dearly include his devoted wife, Marie Kelly Kimbrel, his daughter, Brandy Kimbrel, his son, Magnum Kimbrel. Grandchildren who will miss him, but will carry countless precious memories of him are Garrett Webb, Grace Riley, Trinity Kimbrel, Peyton Kimbrel, and Jayce Kimbrel. His family was absolutely his heart. Brothers and sisters that carry loving memories of their brother, Donnie, are Jeanette (J Allen) Stacy, David (Lavon) Kimbrel, Annette Young, Joe Kimbrel, Linda (Mike) Flanagan, Glenn (Cathy) Kimbrel, Wretha (Alvin) Webb, and Barbara (Joel) Hathaway. Donnie was also a treasured uncle to many nieces and nephews who will remember his impact on their lives. He reached many and was loved by many. Services will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Peavy Funeral Home at 5:00 PM, with his nephew, Jesse Kelly, officiating. A special graveside service at Red Oak Cemetery with family will be held at a later date. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home.
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Daniel Wayne Stephens
Daniel Wayne Stephens, age 37, of Marianna, Florida, passed away from heart failure, Thursday, December 22, 2022. Daniel was born February 23, 1985, in Jackson County to Charles Wayne and Becca Williams Stephens. Daniel grew up in the Hasty Pond Community and enjoyed farming and cattle. He never met a stranger and his gift for gab was enjoyed in several counties. Big “D” as he was known, enjoyed fishing, cattle sales, and attending Claire’s Cow Shows. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Wayne Stephens. Survivors include, Mother, Becca Stephens, brothers, Jason (Gail) Stephens and Bradley (Olivia) Stephens, grandparents, Lester and Helen Williams and Barbara (Danny) Cox, niece Hayley, nephew Ben, very special niece, Claire, uncles, aunts, cousins, and more friends than can ever be listed. Family will receive friends at 10:00 AM (CST) Friday December 30, 2022, at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL. Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM (CST) with Rev Roland Gilliland and Rev Dewayne Tolbert officiating. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Jimmie Wilmer Watson
Jimmie Wilmer Watson of Bristol, Florida passed away Monday, December 26, 2022, at his home surrounded by family. Jimmie was the son of the late Wilmer and Essie Marie Mims Watson of Pensacola, Florida. He graduated from Mississippi College in 1958 and moved to Bristol, Florida to further his education at Florida State University. In 1959, he began teaching sciences at Liberty County High School in Bristol. Here he began the first baseball program and assisted in coaching football and basketball for 20 years. The last 10 years of his career were completed at Blountstown High School where he taught math and science and served as head coach of girls’ softball and assistant coach for football. He was an active member of Lake Mystic Baptist Church where he served in various capacities and touched many lives.
Jimmie married the love of his life, Yvonne C. on August 30, 1957. They recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Wilmer and Essie Marie and daughter, Alison. Survivors include his wife, Yvonne; his children Craig Watson and wife Sandra (Blountstown, FL) and Alicia Goodman and husband Nathan (Blountstown, FL); four grandchildren Bryan Watson and wife Shanna (Brynleigh), Jeremy Watson and Danielle Baggett (Cole, Peyton, Brody, Lily), Chesten Goodman, Chessa Goodman and fiancé Chase Forehand. Services to celebrate and honor Jimmie’s life will be held 11:00 a.m. EST Thursday, December 29, 2022, at the Lake Mystic Baptist Church with Pastor Jerry Chumley officiating. Visitation will be held immediately before the service at 10:00 a.m. EST. There will be special seating for past players coached by Coach Watson. Peavy Funeral Home is in charge of all the arrangements.
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Laura Ann Carpenter
Laura Ann Carpenter, age 79, of Blountstown, FL passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022, in Panama City, FL. Laura was born on July 2, 1943, in Jasper, AL to Charles William and Elodia Morgan Schwendeman and had lived in Calhoun County for most of her life. She worked with the State of Florida in the WICK Program. Laura was a member of Abe Springs Holiness Church and enjoyed playing bingo on her computer. Laura was preceded in death by her husband, Jerome (Jerry) Carpenter, Sr., parents, Charles William and Elodia Morgan Schwendeman, 2 stepsons, Darryl and Dennis Carpenter, granddaughter, Ashley Carpenter, sister, Charlene Walker, and brother, RD Schwendeman. Survivors include, son, Jerry Carpenter Jr., of Blountstown, FL, stepsons, Danny Carpenter of Tallahassee, FL, Gerald Carpenter of Tallahassee, FL, Michael Carpenter of Tallahassee, FL, 5 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends Saturday, January 7, 2022, at 12:00 PM (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial service will follow at 1:00 PM (CST) with Reverend Michael Morris officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation. The family request no flowers, contributions may be made to Abe Springs Holiness Church Building Fund, 12579 SW County Road 275, Blountstown, FL 32424. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Bernice Willis Hall
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Bernice Willis Hall, age 82, of Altha, FL passed away Friday December 30, 2022 in Altha. Bernice was born on January 8, 1940, in Altha, FL to Coy and Lessie (Mears) Willis and had lived in Altha all her life. She retired from the U.S. Post Office as Postmaster and was a Homemaker. Bernice always tried to help everyone with all she could and placed everyone else’s needs in front of hers. She was loving and caring as could be asked to everyone. Whether you were family or a stranger in need. She truly loved her family. Bernice loved riding the side by side, her garden, rose garden and satsuma trees. She also enjoyed watching wildlife, and the mountains. Bernice was of the Christian Faith. She was preceded by her Parents and her Husband Polan Hall and son Tom Hall. Survivors include daughter, Deborah Jeannie Nix and Husband Robert of Sneads, FL, sisters, Mavis Mills and Tommy of Altha, FL., Virginia Willis and Ronnie of Altha, FL., brother, James Willis of Marianna, FL., Grandchildren, Nikki, Eddie and Rhonda, Joseph and Kathryn, Christopher and LeAnne, and a wonderful abundance of great and great-great grandchildren. And several great and great-great-grandchildren coming soon. Special friends Ernie Baxter and Danny Carol Cole. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at 11:00 am (CST) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dewayne Tolbert officiating. Visitation will be at 10:00 am (CST) until service time. Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery in Altha, FL. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Patricia Ann Harvell McGee
On January 8, 2023, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Patricia Ann Harvell McGee passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family after fighting a courageous battle against cancer. Patricia was born February 22, 1945, in Quincy to Ruby Lee Barber Harvell and Barney O’Neal Harvell. Patricia was a lifelong resident of Liberty County. She was a lifelong and devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Patricia was a 1963 graduate of Liberty County High School where she was a varsity cheerleader and a trumpet player in the band. Patricia married Gary Thomas McGee Sr. on September 9, 1967. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Barney O’Neal Harvell and Ruby Lee Harvell. Her siblings George Wesley Harvell, Eula Mae Stanfill, Irma Jean Kidwell, and Vala Dean VanScoy and her son Anthony Wayne McGee. Patricia is survived by her loving husband, Gary T. McGee Sr. and her children, Hope Michelle Wilkes, Gary Thomas McGee Jr (Tracy), and Kimberly Dawyn Redmond. Seven grandchildren, Keegan Alyssa Kruger, Breanna Leigh Peters (Jake), Campbell Paige Odom (Mathew), Brookelynne Noelle Gipson (Aaron), Peyton Reed Kruger (Denise), Ransley Tripp Redmond, Caitlin Ruby McGee, and three great grandchildren Brantley Lane Peters, Breann Michelle Peters, and Brett Thomas Peters as well as a multitude of nieces, nephews and cousins. Patricia worked in various fields throughout her life, including being one of Liberty County’s first female EMTs. She spent many years working as an EMT in Liberty and Calhoun counties. She went to work for the State of Florida where she retired from the Department of Education/Vocational Rehabilitation in 2013. Once retired she enjoyed spending time RVing with her husband. She was an avid Trivia player, spending many evenings at friends’ homes playing late into the night. Her greatest treasures were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She spent many hours each day with her grandchildren giving them life lessons. She also enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements will be on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bristol. Family will receive visitors one hour prior to the services in the Relief Society Room at the church. Graveside services will follow immediately at Rock Bluff Cemetery.
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Vermire Jacobs
Mr. Vermire Jacobs, age 83, of Bristol, FL passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at his home. Vermire was born on July 8, 1939 in Bristol to Robert Jacobs and Idoma (Kever) Jacobs and had lived in Liberty County all of his life. He retired as a heavy equipment operator with the St. Joe company, Woodlands division in Hosford, FL. He was a member of the Pentecostal Holiness Faith. Vermire enjoyed fishing, painting houses on the side, a avid Florida State Seminole fan but most of all he truly loved his family. He enjoyed preaching and spreading his love for the Lord to all that would listen. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Jacobs and Idoma (Kever) Jacobs, his wife, Chiquita Jacobs, brothers, Alan; Theo and Ronnie Jacobs, sisters, Myrlene Bateman; Kathy Mayo; Zores Sumner; Fay Moore and Annette Johnson. Survivors include: two sons, Robert Jacobs and wife, Renee of Bristol, FL; David Jacobs and wife, Melissa of Bristol, FL, one daughter, Patrice Durden and husband, Matt of Bristol, one sister, Barbara Morgan of Foley, AL, 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held Friday, January 13, 2023 at 11:00 am (EST) at Bristol Pentecostal Holiness Church with Reverend Chris Goodman and Reverend Coy Collins officiating. The family will receive friends Friday, January 13, 2023 at 10:00 am (EST) until service time. Memorialization will be by cremation. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Margaret Sewell Tatum
Margaret Sewell Tatum, age 76, of Altha, FL passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at her home. Margaret was born on March 17, 1946, in Monks Corner, SC to Johnny & Alma Sewell. She was raised by her Aunt Jenny Sewell, lived in Calhoun County all her life and was a 1964 graduate of Altha High School. Margaret was a loving mother and homemaker and a dear friend to all. She was a lifetime member of Page Pond Assembly of God Church where she was a dedicated Sunday school teacher and involved in many other church functions. She enjoyed shopping, traveling, and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Margaret loved the Lord and was a fervent prayer warrior. She is preceded in death by her parents Johnny & Alma Sewell, Jenny Sewell, brother-in-law Ray Tatum and sister-in-law Sharon Sewell. Survivors include her husband of 57 years Lloyd Tatum; daughters Teresa (Danny) Butzke of Lynn Haven, FL and Paula (Nicolas) Diefenbacher of Manhattan, NY; brother Jackie Sewell of Altha, FL; brother-in-law Hank (Charlotte) Tatum of Coalport, PA and sister-in-law Darlene Tatum of Marianna, FL: grandchildren Casey Hatcher of Altha, FL; Renaud and Arnaud Diefenbacher of Manhattan, NY; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be held at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, FL on Sunday, January 15, 2023, from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm CST. Funeral service will be held Monday, January 16, 2023, at 2:00 pm CST at Page Pond Assembly of God Church in Altha, FL with Reverend Trent Broome, Reverend Paul Smith, and Reverend Tommy Moore officiating followed by burial at Page Pond Assembly of God Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Jerry Clemmons Harrell
Jerry Clemmons Harrell, 91, of Altha passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, in Blountstown, Fl. Jerry was born January 28, 1931, in Altha to the late Harmon and Alice Harrell, the 5th of 9 children. Jerry is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years Juanita (Lawrence) Harrell. Jerry’s surviving children are J. Wayne Harrell (Andrea Vance) & Sherry Marquez (Edward); surviving grandchildren Lia Harrell (Scott Schneider), Nicole Hand (Scott), Jessica Baker (Chip), Dylan Vance, Edward Marquez, Jr. (Chrissy); surviving great grandchildren Lydia, Alex, Mark, Zadie, Anna, Aubrey, Fauna and Asher. Jerry’s surviving siblings are Vera Bodiford of Blountstown, D.G. “Pete” Harrell (Joyce) of Altha and Dorothy Davis of Altha. Jerry joined the Navy at the age of 17 with permission from his dad, Harmon Harrell, February 13, 1948, to see the world. Jerry served aboard ship during both the Korean and Vietnamese war and retired from the US Navy as an Aviation Machinist’s Mate Senior Chief Petty Officer having served 22 years active duty. While serving in the Navy, Jerry also worked at a local airport in Brunswick, GA as an aircraft mechanic, where in lieu of pay, he received flying lessons and earned his private pilot’s license. Also in Agana, Guam he worked for Governor Flores for over a year as an aircraft mechanic and had access to the governor’s aircraft for personal use. After retirement, Jerry was employed as an Engine Mechanic Instructor at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL for just over a year. Jerry’s favorite hobbies were golfing, and deep-sea fishing. Family will receive friends Saturday January 21, 2023, at 10:00 AM (CST) at the Peavy Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM (CST) with Reverend Brandon Whit officiating. Interment will follow at Mt Olive Cemetery in Altha, FL. After the services a reception will be held at the First Baptist Church of Altha. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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Betty Gay
Betty Gay, 82, of Grand Ridge, FL, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Betty was born on April 5, 1940 in Donalsonville, GA. She worked as a caregiver at Sunland for many years and was a tireless worker for her family. Betty loved fishing and enjoyed cooking, shopping, and making sure she was dressed nicely with everything matching. She is preceded in death by her parents, M.W. (Buck) and Beatrice Conrad Wilson; husband, Willie Earl Gay; sister, Wylo Diane Mirkinson; brothers, Marion Wilson Jr. and Durrell Wilson; daughter, Debra Jean (Debbie) Hamilton; and great granddaughter, Navy Caroline Alford. Betty is survived by daughters, Laurie Alford Larrabee and Freddie Eubanks of Panama City Beach, FL, Janet Grant and husband Jimmie of Marianna, FL; son, Robert Alford and wife Carol of Two Egg, FL; grandchildren, Jason Hamilton and wife Amanda, Caz Alford and wife Cassey, Cody Alford and wife Brittany, and Casey Hayes and husband Adam; great grandchildren, Jaxson, Haley, Jaleigh, Erelyn, Karsyn Olivia, and Charlie Robert. She was also survived by many special nieces and nephews. A private celebration of life is planned. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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William Riley Adams Jr.
William Riley Adams Jr., 65, a longtime resident of Calhoun County, sadly passed away on January 7th, 2023. He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Adams, maternal grandparents Inez and Lloyd Hill, and paternal grandparents N.R. and Leona Adams. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Carrie Loraine Adams; his mother and father—The Revs' Erlene Hill-Adams and William Riley Adams Sr., of Altha, FL; his daughter, Kathryn Byrne of Conovor NC., his son, Dr. Rian Adams, of Panama City, and four grandchildren. Riley was an avid football fan, a die-hard Gators fan, and a well-known friend to many. Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 1:00 PM (CST) at Glory Hill Community Church. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM (CST). All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
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BLOUNTSTOWN'S OLDEST AND FINEST
Roy Douglas Jackson
Roy Douglas Jackson, age 79, of the Alliance Community, FL passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023, at his home. Roy was born February 3, 1943 in Alford, FL to Fay and Florence Jackson. Roy lived in Jackson County the majority of his life and was a member of Mt Olive Baptist Church. He was in the US Navy during the Vietnam War, worked with the Department of Corrections for over 20 years, and took great enjoyment from farming and being outside. Roy loved riding his gator with his dog, Pete, working in the fields, and talking to people in the community about Christ. Roy was baptized in the fishpond on his property and had a strong faith and desire to do good. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Ann Jackson of the Alliance Community, son, Roy D. (Ross) Jackson II and Brenda of Altha, FL, daughter, Bonnie Jackson Seay and Charlie of Marianna, FL, brothers, Coy Jackson and Gladys of Chattahoochee, FL, Pasco Jackson and Janet of Sneads, FL, Johnny Jackson and Marci of Sneads, FL, sister, Louise Dunham and Glenn of Sneads, FL, grandchildren, Turner and Emily. Family will receive friends Tuesday, January 24, 2023, starting at 10:00 AM CST at Mt Olive Baptist Church in Altha, FL. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM CST with Reverend Bob Davis officiating. Interment will be at Mt Olive Cemetery. All arrangements are under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown, FL.
FOR FLOWERS CALL SHIVER'S FLORIST
(850) 674-8191 OR (850) 674-4788
BLOUNTSTOWN'S OLDEST AND FINEST