Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Elizabeth Louise "Liz" Miller
April 26, 2025
Elizabeth Louise “Liz” Miller, 71, of Alford, Florida died Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Jackson Hospital.
She loved her family and cherished every moment she had being a wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time in nature, especially with her flowers and birds. She was an avid book reader and passed her love of reading to her grandson Wyatt.
She is...
Harold Edwin Duce
April 25, 2025
Harold Edwin Duce of Two Egg, Florida died Friday, April 25, 2025, at his home, after a lengthy decline in his health. He was born in Jackson County Florida, on February 26, 1934. He was a resident of Gulf Breeze, Florida from 1970 to 2005.
Edwin served his country in the United States Air Force and then worked for Firestone in...
Ronald Franklin Smith
April 22, 2025
Ronald Franklin Smith, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully departed this life on April 22, 2025, at his residence. Born on December 20, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan, Ronald was a man of many talents and a loving spirit, whose presence enriched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Ronald dedicated his professional life to the...
Pierre Duelz
April 22, 2025
Pierre Christian Duelz, 70, died April 22, 2025, at Southeast Health Medical Center. He was born November 7, 1954, to Christian E. Duelz and Evelyn Duelz.
He was a hard-working man of great faith who gave of himself to his church and community. His love of God guided his life in many ways. He enjoyed going on mission trips, landscaping, construction,...
Thomas Rock
April 16, 2025
Thomas Andrew "Tommy" Rock, 28, of Marianna, Florida died Wednesday, April 16, 2025 after a lifelong battle with Cerebral Palsy.
Tommy was born May 18, 1997 in Geneva, Illinois to Andrew Thomas and Dawn Rock. He loved learning and passing his knowledge on to others. He was an expert on dinosaurs and most anything prehistoric. His favorite TV shows were in...
Shirley Logan Tompkins
April 16, 2025
Shirley Logan Tompkins (May 16, 1935 - April 16, 2025)
Shirley Tompkins almost made it to her 90th birthday, but she was right on time to spend her first Easter in Heaven. She exemplified a life lived with love, purpose, and deep faith.
Shirley was born and raised in the Two Egg/Lovedale community of Florida. She was the youngest of five siblings....
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...
Thomas Wallace Cook, Jr.
March 22, 2025
Thomas W. Cook, Jr. 77, of Vernon, Florida, died Saturday, March 22, 2025, at his residence.
James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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...
