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Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Lotus Paige
October 2, 2023
Lotus Paige passed away on October 2, 2023, at the age of 56. Born on February 28, 1967.
A proud graduate of Marianna High School, Lotus achieved the significant honor of Valedictorian in 1984. She further pursued her education at Florida State University, graduating in 1988. Her academic excellence was indicative of her commitment to lifelong learning and her passion for...
Susan Renee Carr
September 24, 2023
On September 24, 2023, Susan Renee Jackson Carr, 67, of Grand Ridge, FL passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family. Susan was born on February 23, 1956 to James Leslie and Orrie Vernice Jackson. After graduating from Grand Ridge High School in 1974, she obtained an Associate in Arts degree from Chipola College. From there she would go...
Thomas Edward Demaree
September 15, 2023
Thomas Edward Demaree, 79, of Marianna, Florida passed away Friday, September 15, 2023, at Jackson Hospital. He was born to Paul Thomas and Claudie Demaree on September 22, 1943, in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. He proudly served his country in the U S Navy. Thomas was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Ann Demaree. He is survived by two sons, Gary...
Jimmie Ayers Irwin
September 12, 2023
Jimmie Lois Ayers Irwin went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in Pensacola, Florida. She was born on July 13, 1928, the fifth child of James Henry Ayers and Mamie Lee Watson Ayers in Sink Creek, Florida. She is survived by daughters, Susan (Austin) Tatum of Tallahassee, and Sandra (Bob) Hofer...
Eula Jeanette Johnson
September 12, 2023
Eula Jeanette Price Johnson, 97, of Grand Ridge, Florida died Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at her home. She was born January 27, 1926 in Kinard, Florida to Clarence and Martha Price. More than anything she loved her family. She was affectionately known as "Granny J", a title she held near and dear. Jeanette was preceded in death by her husband,...
Christy Lynn Wright
September 8, 2023
Christy Lynn Wright, 53, of Marianna, Florida died Friday, September 8, 2023. She was born August 25, 1970 in Lewiston, NY to Thomas and Nancy Wagner. Christy was a Malone High School graduate, class of 1988. She became an LPN and worked for many years in Jackson County and surrounding areas. She loved reading and spending time with her dog,...
Julian Dwain Rabon Sr.
September 8, 2023
Julian Dwain Rabon, Sr., 62,of Ashford, Alabama died Friday, September 8, 2023, at his residence. He was born June 20, 1961 in Donalsonville, Georgia, to JB and Jean Rabon. He proudly served his country as a Marine. Julian was always making someone laugh and would do anything for anyone. He was a jack of all trades and could build or...
Cari Michele Turner Flynn
September 7, 2023
Our dear mother, Cari Michele Turner Flynn sadly passed away on September 7, 2023 at the age of 58 years old, with family by her side. Cari Michele was loved by many and had friends and family both near and far. She is survived by her parents Richard & Madelyn Turner, her children, Connor Flynn, & Erin Flynn, her brother...
Kenneth Roy Melvin
September 6, 2023
Kenneth Roy Melvin, 75, of Marianna, went into eternal rest on September 6, 2023 at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley after a lengthy illness. Kenneth was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on May 20, 1948. His family moved with Graham Air Base first to Greenville, Mississippi and then to its location in Marianna, Florida; where they remained after the...
Richard D Beard
September 3, 2023
Richard D. "Dick" Beard, 88, of Marianna died Sunday, September 3, 2023 at his residence. Dick was born October 24, 1934 in Pioneer Ohio to the late Samuel and Helen Miller Beard. He served in the U S Army for four years. Dick has lived in Marianna more than 20 years. He was an accountant with the State of Florida...
Charles R. Johnson
August 30, 2023
Charles R. Johnson, 79, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. He was born in Jasper, FL on March 19, 1944, to James Owen Johnson and Mary Bunnell Johnson. After growing up in the Madison and Lee area, Charles moved to Tallahassee to attend Florida State University. He met and married Helen Cundiff on June...
Judith Ann Sims
August 30, 2023
Judith Ann (Kirvin) Sims, age 78, of Missouri City, Texas passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Judith was born September 16, 1944 in Milford, Connecticut to Mr. John Hubert Kirvin and Mrs. Irene Marie Kirvin. She worked for 30 fulfilling years in her career in corporate travel with the Celeanese Corporation. Judith was also a beloved member of The...
Amy James Baxter
August 27, 2023
Our beloved mother Amy James Baxter, 73, of Greenwood, Florida, left her mortal body behind and her beautiful spirit returned to the loving arms of her Savior on Sunday morning, August 27, 2023, in Marianna, Florida. She was born in Biloxi, Mississippi. She was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Stella Jacobs, who adopted Amy and her younger...
Sally Louise Jowers
August 27, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce our loving wife, mother, aunt, and sister, Sally Louise Jowers, passed away peacefully, with her loving husband, Henry "Ed" Jowers, by her side on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the age of 83. Early that morning, she was ushered to heaven to be with Jesus and many family and friends. Sally, the youngest...
Evelynn June Hollis
August 27, 2023
Evelynn June Hollis, 72, of Marianna, Florida died Sunday, August 27, 2023 at her residence. She was born July 10, 1951 in Marianna, Florida. June was preceded in death by her father, CW Hollis, Jr.; brothers, Billy Hollis; one sister, Ivy Nabors; grandparents, CW Hollis, Sr. and Estelle P. Hollis. She is survived by her brother, John Thomas Hollis; uncles,...
Leroy Alan Mears
August 27, 2023
Leroy Alan Mears, a cherished soul, known affectionately as Alan, was a beacon of love, compassion, unwavering support, and dependable care. He passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the age of 75, in Marianna Florida, leaving behind a legacy of profound impact and cherished memories. Born on April 29, 1948, in Broward County, Florida, to proud parents Leroy...
John Evans
August 26, 2023
John N. Evans, a Warrior for Christ transitioned home to be with the father on Saturday, August 26, 2023. His adoring wife was by his side. He leaves three kids, eleven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren to follow him home in our time. He was a man of dignity, honor and honesty. He was loyal to his Country and Our Lord....
Emalene Hatcher
August 24, 2023
Emalene Stephens Hatcher, 80, of the Cypress Grove Community, Grand Ridge, Florida died Thursday, August 24, 2023 in Marianna. Emalene was born August 18, 1943 in Jackson County to Jeff and Carlene Peacock Stephens. She was a homemaker, enjoyed cooking, gardening and fishing. Emalene was a longtime member of Cypress Grove Assembly of God Church. Besides her parents, Emmalene is...
George Williams
August 23, 2023
George Williams, 70, of Marianna died Wednesday, August 23, 2023 in Marianna. George was preceded in death by his mother who he adored, Mary Williams. He also leaves behind his sisters, Gail Walters (Ben) and Barbara Williams (Ken), both of Pensacola.. George grew up in Pensacola, later moving to Marianna. He loved photography, Chipley baseball, and Saints football. Thanks to...
Josefa Talag Collette
August 22, 2023
Josefa Talag Collette, 74, of Grand Ridge died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at Jackson Hospital. She was born October 7, 1948 in Iriga City, Philippines to Mamerto and Maria Talag. Josefa was the baby of six children. In April of 1975, she met the love of her life, Christopher, who was in the Philippines serving in the US Navy. They...
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