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Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Edghar Franklin Glisson
Apr 5, 2023
Edghar Franklin Glisson, age 86, a resident of Grand Ridge, Florida, passed away peacefully in his home Wednesday, April 5, 2023. He was born July 22, 1936, to Robbie Mae (Godfrey) and William Davis Glisson. He was brought into this world stubborn as a mule with a steel spine, and he carried this courage and strong will with him through...
Marilyn Louise Case
Apr 3, 2023
Marilyn Louise (Simerson) Case, 98 years young of Saginaw, Michigan passed peacefully on April 3, 2023 in Marianna, Florida. She was born in Caro, Michigan on May 21, 1924, the daughter of Ervin and Mae (Snyder) Simerson. Marilyn was the oldest of eight children and in June, 1946 she married the love of her life, Gilbert Case, and together they...
Emma Ruth Taylor
Mar 31, 2023
Emma Ruth Taylor, 95, of Malone went home to be with the Lord, Friday, March 31, 2023 at Courtyard Healthcare in Marianna. She was born December 26, 1927 to Hubert and Ollie B. Peeler. She was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson County. Emma Ruth's was a homemaker and she loved gardening, especially enjoyed her flowers. Emma Ruth was ...
Elizabeth A. Darling
Mar 26, 2023
Elizabeth A. Darling, 91, of Ridley Park, PA died, Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Jackson Hospital in Marianna, Florida. She was born August 10, 1931, in Ridley Park to Elmer and Bertha Burnite. Elizabeth was active in church organizations through the years and served in both the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts organizations. She was a loving mother and wife....
Ruth Griggs
Mar 25, 2023
Ruth Griggs, 91, of Malone, Florida died Saturday, March 25, 2023 at her residence. She was born August 29, 1931 in Malone to JB and Sarah Garrett. She was a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church in Malone. She enjoyed singing in the choir, was a president of the Women's Ministry and served on various committees. Ruth volunteered at Chipola...
Carolyn Sims
Mar 25, 2023
Carolyn Faulk Sims, 89, of Marianna, died Saturday, March 25, 2023 at her home. Carolyn was born August 7, 1933 and was a native and life-long resident of Jackson County. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family and her home. Carolyn took pride in a clean house, delivering pans...
Birdie Lynn Dobbins
Mar 24, 2023
Birdie Lynn Dobbins, our angel, was born March 24, 2023. Although Birdie did not get to experience life this side of heaven, she was loved dearly. Birdie's life was a surprise gift we will cherish forever. She is now with her great-grandma, Novella Henley; and grandma, Kathy Lynn Skates, dancing and singing in the sky. Birdie is survived by her...
Florence "Ruth" Bland
Mar 24, 2023
Florence Ruth Bland, 94, of Kynesville Florida went to be with the Lord on March 24, 2023 at her home. She is preceded in death by her husband Leonard (Chief) Bland; mother and father, Edith and Herman Swisher; her sister, Mary Moore and husband, Russell; her daughter, Linda Morse and son-in-law Bradley Morse of Marianna. She is survived by her...
Terry Lash
Mar 24, 2023
Terry Michael Lash, 54, of Alford, Florida, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord and his parents, at his home on March 24, 2023. Terry had been suffering from several health issues over the past year. Terry was the son of James and Catherine Lash, of Marianna. Terry was a kind and gentle soul who loved his family tremendously. His...
Steven Brock
Mar 22, 2023
Steven Edward Brock, 61, of Marianna, Florida died Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Southeast Medical Center and will be forever missed by those that loved him. He was born October 3, 1961 in Marianna, FL. where he also most recently resided with his wife, Emily. Steve was a proud father and grandfather. He worked hard wherever he went and possessed...
Jeffery Beaumont
Mar 22, 2023
Jeffery Beaumont, 67, of Cottondale, Florida died Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Chipola Health and Rehab. Memorialization will be by cremation with James & Sikes Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Adam Sanford Westmoreland
Mar 20, 2023
It is with bittersweet sorrow to announce the passing of our beloved Adam Sanford Westmoreland, on March 20, 2023. While Adam’s life may have been shorter than we would have wished or wanted to imagine, it was an accomplished one. He was an adored son and brother. Adam was born August 27, 1977. He is survived by his parents Sandy...
Linda Ovida Jackson Brown
Mar 19, 2023
Linda Ovida Jackson Brown, 75, of Kynesville, Florida went home to her LORD on March 19, 2023 at Jackson Hospital in Marianna, Florida. Linda was born January 31, 1948 in Kynesville, to Homer and Hannah Mae Jackson. She was a loving wife, mother and granny. She was a faithful member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where she served the LORD and...
Helen Sizemore
Mar 17, 2023
Helen Faye Sizemore, 86, died Friday, March 17, 2023 at her residence. Memorialization will be by cremation with James & Sikes Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Roy Edwin Turner
Mar 17, 2023
Roy Edwin Turner, age 89, passed away March 17, 2023 from complications of dementia. He was born in Toronto, Ontario on October 27, 1933. He attended Palmerston Public School but left at age 16 to get a job and buy a car. At 18, he was hired by Trane Air Conditioning Factory as a laborer. In the 42 years of...
Emma "Lucy" Perdue
Mar 17, 2023
Lucy Perdue, age 89, of Marianna Florida passed away on March 17th, 2023. Lucy grew up in Graceville, Florida where she attended Graceville High School. She was a military spouse who lived in Japan, England and Turkey while lovingly caring for the love of her life Jim Perdue and her sons Robert, Preston and Tom. She loved singing in the...
John M. Powell
Mar 16, 2023
John M. Powell, 77, of Malone went home to be with Jesus on March 16 , 2023, surrounded by his family who loved him very much. John was a gentle soul with an infectious smile. He did not talk about people, but if he liked you, you would certainly know it. He was a simple man, didn’t want for much,...
Sumi Hanstine
Mar 14, 2023
Sumi Hanstine, 44, of Marianna, Florida died Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Sumi Hanstine was born March 10, 1979 to Nancy Duso in Tri-City, California. Sumi received her bachelor's degree in education and taught elementary school for ten years, eight of them here in Marianna. She truly loved and enjoyed teaching her students,...
Lester M. Basford
Mar 8, 2023
Lester M. Basford, 87, of Marianna, Florida passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at his residence. Lester was born October 23, 1935 to Lorenzo and Susie Basford in Dellwood, Florida. On December 21, 1958, he married the love of his life, Myrtle Andrews and together they started their family. He was a graduate of Baptist College of Florida, attended Mississippi...
Clinton Michael "Clint" Corbett
Mar 4, 2023
Clinton Michael “Clint” Corbett age 48 passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 in Greenwood, FL. Clint was born on September 25, 1974 in Donalsonville, GA, the only child of Mary Frances Hamilton Corbett and William Michael Corbett of Greenwood, Florida. Clint obtained his GED thru Adult Education in Marianna, Fl and completed the welding program at Chipola College. He...
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