Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Lorraine Harkins Williams
March 16, 2026
Lorraine Harkins Williams, 98, a nearly life-long resident of Malone, FL, died peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born in Walhalla, SC on November 11, 1927, to Paul P. and Bertha Harkins. In 1934, she moved with her family to Greenwood, FL where she grew up. She graduated from Greenwood School and was employed at her first job...
Gregory M. Ball
March 16, 2026
Gregory M. Ball, 73, passed away at his home in Cottondale on March 16th, with his loving family surrounding him, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and deep family roots.
Greg was born in Jackson County, FL, on February 19, 1953, to Milford and Dorothy Ball.
Greg married the love of his life, Jacqueline “Jackie” Ball, on December 5, 1970. Together,...
Shirley Ann Melvin
March 15, 2026
Shirley Ann Hill Melivn passed away March 15, 2026, at Southern Pines Senior Living in Thomasville, Georgia, with her family present.
On August 21, 1935, Shirley was born to Henry Kelly and Carrie Hill.
Shirley grew up in Jackson County and graduated from Marianna High School in 1953. She always enjoyed working and prided herself on being a diligent and loyal employee...
Mitchell "Mitch" Strickland
March 14, 2026
Mitchell Strickland, 47, of Chattahoochee, Florida, died Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Jackson Hospital.
He spent most of his time outside, either hunting, fishing, or working on cars. He loved his family, Leslie, Blake, and Alana were his whole world.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Leslie Neel Strickland; stillborn daughter, Angel Nicole Stickland; father, Michael Strickland; stepfather, Lewis Phillips;...
Ida L. Coley
March 5, 2026
Ida Lee Coley, lovingly referred to as “Doodle” was 86, when she passed on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
She was born in Round Lake, Florida on May 22, 1939, to Robert Curtis and Doris Stephens Benefield.
Doodle was preceded in death by her husband, Marion James “MJ” Coley; eight siblings, three children, Rebecca Cerda, Clara Crawford and Greg Coley.
She is survived by...
Madison Byron Chambers
March 4, 2026
Madison Byron Chambers, 86, of Marianna, Florida, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
He was born December 18, 1939, in Hapeville, GA to James and Cleo Chambers. He made his living as a painter and truck driver. Always a thinker, and always willing to learn something new. He was faithful to the Lord and stood firm in his faith and beliefs.
He was...
Nora Galloway Kirkland
February 27, 2026
Our Lord God stretched out His arms to receive Nora Galloway Kirkland to her eternal home with Him on February 27, 2026. Having known Jesus as her Lord and Savior, Nora eagerly awaited her final call while on this earth. Nora was born on March 9, 1948, in Geneva, Alabama.
Nora loved wholeheartedly as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,...
Charles Brewer
February 26, 2026
Charles W. Brewer, 84, of Alford, Florida, died Thursday, February 26, 2026.Arrangements will be announced by James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.
Donna Elaine Saye Carnley
February 26, 2026
Donna Elaine Saye Carnley, age 73, went home to be with the Lord on February 26, 2026. Born on January 6, 1953, in DuBois, Pennsylvania, she was the beloved daughter of Rev. David E. and Marilyn (Hollenbaugh) Saye. Donna spent most of her life in Florida, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and service to others.
When Donna...
Carlton H. Bishop
February 16, 2026
Carlton Hicks Bishop, 89, of Alford, Florida, went to his heavenly home on Monday, February 16, 2026.
He was born in Houston County, Alabama on March 22, 1936, and lived most of his life in Florida. After a tour of duty in the Marines, he met the love of his life, Georgia Ann Wiggins, and they married in 1957. Mr. Bishop...
Dallas L. "Jack" Mercer
February 15, 2026
Dallas "Jack" Mercer, 91, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Panama City Beach, Florida, surrounded by his family. Born on April 29, 1934, in Dellwood, Florida, Dallas lived a long and fulfilling life marked by devotion to family and a successful career in telecommunications.
Dallas dedicated 35 years of service to AT&T, where he began his career as a...
Doris Bevlyn "Bev" Baxter
February 10, 2026
Doris Bevlyn “Bev” Baxter, age 81, of Malone, Florida, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born on April 3, 1944, to James Robert and Rossie Ham Baxter of Malone. She was a graduate of Malone High School and loved supporting her hometown school and alma...
Betsy Lynn Hilburn
February 9, 2026
Betsy Lynn Hilburn, 57, of Marietta, GA, formerly of Marianna, FL died Monday, February 9, 2026.
She was born May 14, 1968, in Marianna, FL to Stanley and Lillianette Rehberg Hilburn. Betsy received her bachelor's degree in accounting from Kennesaw State. She loved her family, and cherished any time spent with them. Betsy had a sense of humor and always appreciated...
Allie Lorrena Benbo
February 9, 2026
Allie Lorrena Benbo, 78, of Sneads, Florida, died Monday, February 9, 2026, at Jackson Hospital after a short battle with cancer.
She was born April 26, 1947, to Samuel and Lena Gertude Weston Cox, one of nine children. She spent her whole life in Jackson County, mostly in Sneads. Right after her high school graduation in 1965, she started working at...
Sharon Lee Knudson
February 8, 2026
In memory of Sharon Lee (Showalter) Knudson who joined her loved ones in the beyond on February 8, 2026.
Sharon was born March 28, 1945 to Charles and Mildred Showalter. She was the oldest of four children and sister to three brothers. She was preceded in death by her Father, Mother, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles, Brother Donald Lynn, great-granddaughter Aurora Crawford...
Adam Tellier
February 6, 2026
Adam Tellier, age 44, of Sneads, Florida, passed away on February 6, 2026, at his residence.
He was born to William Tellier and Donna "Luciano" Tellier on November 24, 1981, in Rhode Island. His journey through life was marked by a loving dedication to his family and an outgoing spirit that brightened the lives of those around him.
Adam was a proud...
Gordon Ray Koch
February 6, 2026
Gordon “Ray” Koch, 89, of Dothan, Alabama, died Friday, February 6, 2026, at his residence.
He was born August 22, 1936, in Peebles, Ohio to James and Romie Koch. Ray was always a loving and giving person, sometimes to a fault. His dedication to helping others was evident in his everyday life as well as his four-year service in the US...
David Lee Jones
February 3, 2026
David Lee Jones, 82, of Grand Ridge, Florida passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Southeast Medical Center in Dothan, Alabama.
He was a truck driver for AAA Cooper Transportation in Dothan, Alabama for over thirty-four years and was a member of the Five Million Mile Club.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mildred Jones; his brother, Bobby...
Benjamin Theis
February 2, 2026
Benjamin Theis, 59, of Marianna, FL died Monday, February 2, 2025, at his residence. He was born September 27, 1966, in Alexandria, Virginia to his father, Henry Berry, and his mother, Sandra Lee Garretson. He was married to the love of his life, Laura, for 23 years. Benjamin became a pastor in August of 2024. He attended the ARK Church...
