Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Wendell Taylor
May 7, 2025
Wendell Hart Taylor of Labelle, FL, formerly of Jackson County died May 7, 2025, after a long battle with cancer.
Born in Cottonwood, AL on February 27, 1942 to Hartwell and Willie Hart Taylor. Willie Hart died during childbirth. He was raised by his father, Hartwell and wife, Mary Alice Hart Taylor in the Forks of the Creek Community in Jackson...
Alice Gail Clements
June 24, 2025
Alice Gail Clements, 82 of Cottondale, FL died Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Courtyard Healthcare Center. She was born February 22, 1943, in Houston County, Alabama. Alice loved her children, her flowers, gospel music and she loved to travel.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Travis and Nettie Givens Watford; sons, Eddie Paul Richter, Gregory Todd Richter; daughter, Aliesa...
Lisa Lamar
June 23, 2025
Lisa Gwyn Lamar, 62, of Marianna, Florida died Monday, June 23, 2025, at her residence.
She was born December 12, 1962, in Borger, TX to the late Charles and Jean Davis. Lisa worked as an RN for many years and later as an advocate for many women while working with DCF.
She spent her life as a caregiver, and was dedicated to...
Mary Jean Braxton
June 22, 2025
Mary Jean Braxton, age 84, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the Courtyard Healthcare Center in Marianna, FL.
She was born April 13, 1941 to the late Walter H. Braxton, Sr. and Ora Lee Braxton, and was a lifelong resident of Cottondale, FL. Mary Jean worked many years in the family business, Braxton Hardware, Furniture, and Appliances. She then became...
James R. Smith
June 20, 2025
James Richard Smith, 83, of Malone went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ June 20, 2025.
James lived in Malone most of his life where he was known as Goat Man or Red. He loved to work on his farm with his son and family where he had a great compassion for raising hogs, chickens and goats.
James...
Carl Brannon
June 19, 2025
Carl Jackson Brannon, 90, of Marianna, widower of Patricia Brannon, died Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Marianna Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born October 8, 1934, in Kynesville, FL to Luke and Christine Brannon. Carl served in the United States Air Force and retired after 20 years as a Radar Technician. He later went on to earn a degree as...
Willie Earl Paramore
June 12, 2025
Willie Earl "W. E." Paramore, 98 years old, passed away to the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Marianna, Florida, on June 12, 2025, after a short illness and a long, rich, and full life. To say he was legendary is to minimize his impact while walking the Earth.
Willie Earl Paramore was born on September 22, 1926,...
Sandra Lipford
June 12, 2025
Sandra Lipford of Sneads, Florida, formerly of Marianna, Florida, died Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Jackson Hospital.
She was born March 4, 1945, in Birmingham, AL, to Ida Jeanne Mayes. Sandra made her home in Marianna in 1961 when she married R. L. Lipford. They remained married for 35 years until his death in 1996.
She was preceded in death by her mother as...
Fuller George Applewhite
June 10, 2025
Fuller George Applewhite, 78, of Greenwood, Florida passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Marianna Health & Rehabilitation.
He was born on April 21, 1947, in Marianan, Florida to John Robert and Christine Applewhite. He faithfully attended and was an active member of Greenwood Baptist Church his whole life. Fuller was always a hard worker and retired from Sunland after over...
Carol Jean Chason
June 10, 2025
Carol J. Chason, 55, of Marianna, Florida, died Tuesday June 10, 2025.
She was born on January 19, 1970, to Ernest and Catherine Chason. She was a graduate of HOPE school and enjoyed her time there. Carol was always loved by anyone who met her and relished in being the baby of the family. Carol truly loved music and enjoyed any...
Laura "Toollie" Harkins
June 6, 2025
Laura “Toollie” Harkins passed away peacefully at home on June 6th, 2025. Born January 19th, 1934, she was born and raised in Marianna, FL. She was the twin daughter of James and Laura Streetman. Her twin brother was Felder “Bubba” Streetman. While being referred to as "baby number two," the nickname "Toollie" evolved into the beloved name everyone has come...
Gerald Fears
June 6, 2025
On June 6, 2025, Gerald “Roland” Fears of Greenwood, age 77, joined his beautiful wife Barbara Ruth Alvis Fears in heaven.
Roland spent over 36 years employed at Sunland Marianna, where he met Barbara, the love of his life. Barbara had 4 children from a previous marriage and Roland had 1.
Roland was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald Calvin Fears...
Charles Roberts
June 6, 2025
Charles Wayne Roberts, 75, of Sneads, Florida, died Friday, June 6, 2025, at his residence.
He was born May 15, 1950, to Charles L. and Mary F. Roberts. During high school, he started working for McDaniels Grocery. He graduated as Valedictorian of Sneads High School class of 1969. He was a supervisor at Florida State Hospital for 47 years. On February...
Niki Ferguson
June 5, 2025
Niki Ferguson, 58, of Marianna, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Born on November 26, 1966, to Sue St. Claire, Niki was later adopted by Lester and Nellie Comardelle. She also spent much of her childhood with her beloved Maw Maw Eve, who helped shape the woman so many came to love.
A proud graduate...
Robin Yvonne Baxley
June 3, 2025
Robin Yvonne Maddox Baxley, 62, of Marianna, Florida, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at her residence.
Born on February 6, 1963, in Marianna, Robin dedicated her life to caring for others. She served as a Registered Nurse and Nursing Supervisor at Jackson Hospital for over 30 years, touching countless lives with her compassion, strength, and commitment. Her career...
Dorothy Howell
June 1, 2025
Dorothy Grace Howell, 90, of Grand Ridge, Florida passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born April 5, 1935, in Grand Ridge, FL to Gaston B. and Beulah Bullock Hill.
She received her AA from Chipola College, and then married the love of her life, Jack Howell, on January 6, 1956. Together, they raised four children and faithfully served the...
Billie Ann Schultz
June 1, 2025
Billie Ann Schultz, 90, of Marianna, Florida passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Courtyard Healthcare Center.
She was born in Centerville, Iowa, and later moved to Des Moines where she met her husband Philip.
Ms. Schultz, known for her smile was a great listener. She was kind to everyone and always spoke kindly about everyone. She was a quiet soul, but...
Betty "Pat" Ouzts
May 27, 2025
Betty "Pat" Jean Ouzts, 90, of Marianna, FL passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at her residence. She was born November 18, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan. Pat is once again reunited with her beloved husband, John E. Ouzts and son, John Jeffrey Ouzts. She is also preceded in death by her parents and four sisters.
She is survived by three sons:...
Inett Kite
May 25, 2025
Inett Kite, 87, of Grand Ridge, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025.
She was born May 15, 1938 to Dempsey and Donnie Ray in Grand Ridge, FL. Inett was a life long resident of Jackson County and a graduate of the Grand Ridge Class of 1956. She worked at Florida State Hospital for 44 years, starting as an aid and retiring...
Michael C. Mears
May 22, 2025
Michael C. Mears, 54, of Marianna, Florida passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama where he was surrounded and supported by his loving family and law enforcement officer friends during the last days of his life.
Mike was born May 27, 1970 in Marianna to Horace and Mary Ann Daniels Mears. He was a proud...
