Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Rebecca Mae Morgan
April 11, 2025
Rebecca Mae Morgan, 64, of Bascom, Florida died Friday, April 11, 2025, at Southeast Medical Center.
Becky loved her family and was so proud of her children and grandchildren. She was a hard worker and enjoyed spending time with her friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and daughter, Crystal Marie Carter.
She is survived by her son, Michael Carter; grandsons,...
Mary A. Almand
April 9, 2025
Mary Alice Almand, 62, of Marianna, FL passed away on April 9, 2025, in Marianna, FL following a long illness. The youngest of 2 children, she was born on May 16,1962 in Birmingham, AL.
She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Warren Almand, Jr.; grandparents, Frank and Alice Moore and Howard and Hazel Almand; aunt Marcia Williams of Charleston,...
Johnnie James Hinson, Jr
April 6, 2025
Johnnie James Hinson Jr. was born on August 2, 1943, in Bonifay, Florida, to Audrey and Johnnie Hinson Sr.
He spent much of his early childhood in Port Arthur, Texas, before the family eventually settled in Marianna, Florida. As the oldest child, he helped care for and support his younger siblings.
At 18, Johnnie enlisted in the United States Air Force, embarking...
Joel William Platt
March 31, 2025
Joel W. Platt, age 64, of Marianna, Florida, formerly of Deptford, New Jersey, passed away suddenly on March 31, 2025, at his residence.
He was born March 17, 1961, to Edward Charles and Rosalie Elizabeth Mowrey Platt.
His loss leaves a large hole in many hearts. His love for family and friends was indisputable and his smile would light up the room.
Anyone...
Jo Lynn Patterson
March 29, 2025
Jo Lynn Patterson, 73, of Marianna, Florida, died Friday, March 29, 2025, at Jackson Hospital.
She was born September 25, 1951, to William and Myra Carroll in Lake Charles, LA. She was a loving wife, mother, friend, and Granny.
She loved to be outside, especially when she was fishing. She was so proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a fighter...
Charles Odom
March 29, 2025
Charles Edward “Jim” Odom passed away peacefully, on March 29, 2025, in Marianna, Florida.
Mr. Odom was born on March 12, 1932, in Washington County, Florida where he was raised in a large farming family and lived until he joined the U.S. Army in 1952. After serving for two years, seeing battle during the Korean War, he returned stateside and married...
James Hulon Baker
March 22, 2025
James Hulon Baker, 90, of Marianna died Saturday, March 22, 2025.
Mr. Baker retired from Owens-Brockway glass factory in Lakeland, Florida. He attended First Assembly of God in Marianna, Florida. He loved fishing and woodworking. He could create a piece of furniture from his own drawings and spent many hours in his shop with all his tools making beautiful pieces for...
Mary Therese Arline
March 21, 2025
Mary Therese Arline, 70, of Marianna, Florida died Friday, March 21, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved the Lord and attended Cypress Baptist Church as long as she was able. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her world, Nonna was her favorite title.
She was preceded in death by her...
Shirley Pelham Hare
March 18, 2025
Shirley Pelham Hare, age 81, of Sneads, Florida died Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Chipola Health & Rehab Center.
She was born and raised in Sneads, FL. She was a proud graduate of Sneads High School and later attended Chipola College. She worked at Florida State Hospital and as a cosmetologist in her shop, Shear Delight Beauty Salon for many years....
Robert Leon Finch
March 17, 2025
Robert Leon Finch, 97, formerly of Marianna, Florida passed away Monday, March 17, 2025.
He was born on May 20, 1927, in Marengo County Alabama to Peyton Abbott Finch, Jr., and Donie Maria Maness Finch. Robert was a graduate of Marianna High School, received his B.S. from Florida State, and his Masters from The University of Florida. He was a retired...
Carole Hughes
March 12, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Carole Jane Hughes, who went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2025, at the age of 80. A devoted woman of faith, she lived her life with grace, kindness, and unwavering love for her family and God.
Born November 11, 1944, in Columbia, South Carolina, to J.L. and...
Terrence "Terry" Sullivan
March 11, 2025
Mr. Terrence "Terry" Sullivan, 69 passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at his residence. His life began on March 30, 1955, to the late Michael and Dorothy Margaret Sullivan. Mr. Sullivan stayed home up until his young adult years before his admission to Pineview Manor in Montgomery, Alabama. In the month of November, 1989, Terry came to Sunland Center...
Carlette Peacock
March 11, 2025
Carlette Peacock, 77, of Marianna, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, remembered for her unwavering kindness, strength, and deep love for her family and faith.
Born and raised in Grand Ridge, Carlette dedicated her life to caring for others. She worked tirelessly at both Florida State Hospital and Our Lady...
Lisa Marlene Smith Collins
March 10, 2025
Lisa Marlene (Smith) Collins, 63, of Marianna, died at her home on Monday, March 10, 2025. She was born and raised in Marianna, Florida.
She retired from Jackson County School Board where she worked as a paraprofessional. Lisa loved her family, especially her grandkids and great-grandkids, as well as her church family. She was a member of Marvin Chapel Freewill Baptist...
Larry Sullivan
March 9, 2025
Larry Thomas Sullivan, 61, of Fountain, FL passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Jackson Hospital.
He was born April 20, 1963, in Gulf County, Florida. He lived his life in Florida and loved the outdoors. He was often fishing and hunting when he wasn't working on his current project. He was a jack-of-all-trades and worked in construction for many years....
Juanita Ann Seay
March 9, 2025
Juanita Ann (Tharp) Seay, 88, of Compass Lake, died at her home on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Juanita was born and raised in Compass Lake, Florida, but moved to Pensacola in 1954. She returned to Compass Lake in 1997 and has resided there since. She loved her family, especially her grandkids and great-grandkids, as well as her church family. Juanita was...
Lezell Hall Nelson
March 6, 2025
Lezell Hall Nelson, 85, formerly of Marianna, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025. Zell was born in Malone, Florida to J.T. and Louise Hall on December 22, 1939, with her twin sister. She grew up one of six children on a farm, caring for the animals, helping with harvest, and sharing the family dinner with the local preacher on Sunday...
Fay Chandler
March 5, 2025
Fay Logan Chandler, born Dorothy Fay Logan on June 5, 1933, in Lovedale, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. She was the beloved daughter of Wilbur J. Logan and Valda Erin Chappell Logan. Fay was preceded in death by her parents, her devoted husband, Harvel Chandler, and their cherished son, Mitchell Chandler; brother, Alva Stephenson, sisters, Hilda Bevis,...
Ethan Wynn
March 4, 2025
Ethan Wynn, 13, of Freeport, Florida passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at his home.
A celebration of Ethan's life was 1 PM Monday, March 10, 2025 at Evangel Church. A private family graveside service followed the service at St. Luke's Episcopal Church with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be...
Kathy Cook Williams
March 4, 2025
Kathy Cook Williams, 70, of Grand Ridge, Florida passed away in the loving presence of her children on March 4, 2025, at Marianna Health and Rehab Center.
Kathy was born on July 15, 1954, to the late George Elton and Emmare Sullivan Cook. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Darrell, of Grand Ridge. Kathy is survived by her...
