Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Thomas Earl Williams Sr.
July 6, 2023
Thomas Earl Williams, Sr. 96, of Marianna died Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Jackson Hospital in Marianna. Earl was born in Graceville, Florida into the close-knit Williams Clan of Galilee family. At 17 he joined the US Navy and served his tour on General MacArthur’s flagship, the USS Nashville, from 1944 to 1946. After his discharge, Earl was admitted to...
Barbara Jean Geneivive Hamilton
July 2, 2023
Barbara Jean Geneivive Hamilton passed away in Jackson Hospital on July 2, 2023, after a lengthy illness. Barbara was born July 25, 1947 in Troy, New York to Anthony F. Geneivive and Joan E. Geneivive. Her family moved to Ft. Lauderdale Florida in 1953 where Barbara graduated from Stranahan High School and obtained her nursing degree from BCC. She began...
Pam Anderson Dickson
July 2, 2023
Pamela “Pam” Anderson Dickson, 64, a lifetime resident of Jackson County, died on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Pam was born on June 28th, 1959, in Donalsonville, GA to Chalmas Guilford Anderson and Linwood Watford Anderson. She attended Malone School, and spent many summers working with children at Sunland Center. Pam continued with a long-standing career working within the Jackson County...
William "Bill" Darriel Hart
June 30, 2023
William Darriel “Bill” Hart of Sneads, Florida died in his sleep on June 30, 2023. Darriel was born in Sneads on September 13, 1937. He graduated from Marianna High School, class of 1956, and joined the US Navy in 1958. Over his two-decade naval career, Darriel earned numerous awards including Nation Defense Ribbon, Vietnam Service Medal, Armed Forces Expedition Medal,...
Sara Jo McMullian
June 30, 2023
Sara Jo McMullian, age 90, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Sara was born on November 14, 1932 in Malone, Florida to Joseph J. “Joe” Johnson and Neta “Ditty” Johnson. She grew up in this community and graduated from Malone High School in 1949. She attended Chipola Junior College and later...
Brenda Godfrey
June 28, 2023
Brenda Godfrey, 69, of Marianna, Florida died Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at The Courtyard. She was born January 29, 1954 in Milton, Florida to Virginia and Charles Kelley. She was a loving wife to Jim for many years and loved her family. Brenda is survived by her brothers, Ken Kelley (Ila), and Paul Scott Kelley; the staff of the Office...
Clinton H. Webb
June 27, 2023
Clinton H. Webb, age 90, of Sneads, Florida, passed away on June 27, 2023, at home surrounded by family and friends. Clinton was born in Cottonwood, Alabama. He graduated from Chipola Junior College in Marianna then from Dothan Trade School with a certification in Mechanics. He married the love of his life, Sarah Helen Pilcher Webb. They lived in Alabama...
Gloria Peacock Applewhite
June 24, 2023
Gloria Peacock Applewhite, 73, of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pearce Rayford Peacock and Genia Hardwick Peacock. Her survivors include husband, Henry Applewhite of Panama City Beach; two sons, Chris Applewhite (Kim), Kevin Applewhite (Amanda), all of Grand Ridge; grandchildren, Cole Applewhite (fiancé, Autumn),...
Terrell Ray Watson
June 22, 2023
Terrell Ray Watson II, 43 of Marianna, died Thursday, June 22, 2023. Terry was born in Lakeland, Florida and grew up in Tampa. He moved to Alford in 2009 and made it his home. He loved the country life. Terry met his lifelong partner, Christina in Marianna, and they had his pride and joy, daughter, Ava Watson. He loved being...
Betty Nelson Sheffield
June 21, 2023
Betty Carol Sheffield, age 61, passed away Wednesday June 21, 2023. She was a life long resident of Jackson County, FL where she worked many years in childcare. Betty Carol enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and traveling to the mountains. Betty Carol now joins her mother, Sara Frances Nelson and sister, Linda Scamihorn, as they watch over...
Mike Hutto
June 20, 2023
Michael Harold Hutto, 59, was born in Quincy, Florida and raised in Marianna, Florida. He was born July 27, 1963, and called to Heaven June 20, 2023; he joins his father, Harold Roy Hutto and his son, Nickolas Harold Hutto. “Mike” cherished his family and their time together. Mike began his adult life as a student at Florida State University....
Richard D. Scott
June 15, 2023
Richard Donald Scott was born December 13,1970, in Donaldsonville, GA. He passed away June 15,2023, in Panama City, FL. "Ricky" loved barbeques, cooking, karaoke and watching wrestling, cartoons, and the Andy Griffith's show. He also loved Florida Seminoles and the Georgia Bulldogs. Ricky was preceded in death by his mother, Lillie Mae Alday, brothers, Jonathan Sheppard and Dallas Mark Holland....
Paula Ann Griffin
June 15, 2023
Paula Ann Griffin, 62, of Pensacola died peacefully at home Thursday June 15, 2023. Paula was born in Pensacola, Florida, August 15, 1960 to the late Hubert “Paul” Griffin and Wilma Francis Peacock Griffin. She was a graduate of Woodham High School Class of 1978. She also graduated from Florida State University, and pursued higher studies at the University of...
Laura F. Williams
June 14, 2023
Laura F. Williams, 84, of Marianna, Florida died Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at her residence. Laura made her life here in Marianna with her husband of 63 years, Leroy Williams. They were lifelong members of Trinity Baptist Church until their health prevented them from attending. Laura was a wonderful cook and loved cooking for her family. One of her favorite...
Wanda Loraine Johnson
June 14, 2023
Wanda Loraine Johnson, 76, of Greenwood, Florida died Monday, June 14, 2023 at The Courtyard. Wanda was born January 13, 1947 in Jackson County to Chester and Corine Powell. She attended Greenwood High School and then married the love of her life, Charles Alex Johnson. Together, they raised two kids and had four wonderful grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She...
David Wayne Allen
June 12, 2023
With heavy hearts and solemn minds, we announce that David Wayne Allen has passed away of a heart attack on Monday, June 12, 2023 at the age of 71. He was a lifelong resident of Jackson County and is an alum of Marianna High School's class of 1971. He was regularly found fishing the various lakes and rivers of the...
Otis "Buddy" J. Oliver
June 10, 2023
Otis J. “Buddy” Oliver, 85, of Marianna, formerly of Bonifay, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Jackson Hospital. Buddy was born to Ernest C. and Eva Schrimshire Oliver on January 11, 1938. A native of Macon, Georgia, he retired to Dogwood Lakes in Bonifay, Florida in 1987. Buddy was a Factory Manager with the Federal Prison System in...
Tony Michael Capps
June 10, 2023
Tony Michael Capps, 67, born in Tampa, Florida, died Saturday, June 10, 2023, at his residence. He was the son of Rev. Earl R. Capps and Roberta Curry Capps. Tony was honored to serve his country in the United States Army, as well as the National Guard. He worked as an animal trainer and showman for Ringling Bros. Circus. Tony...
Richard "Ricky" Redmon
June 6, 2023
Richard "Ricky" Redmon, 51 of Cottondale, Florida died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at his residence. He attended Cottondale high school when he started working for Mack Lollie. He worked for Mack all through high school and most of his adult life. He was a mechanic by trade and loved working with his hands. He loved his children and grandchildren dearly....
Dolores Sims Folsom
June 5, 2023
Dolores Sims Folsom, 89, of Marianna, Florida died Monday, June 5, 2023 at Jackson Hospital. She was born February 27, 1934 to Alton and Mae Sims. She spent her life here in Marianna and built a life with her husband of 57 years, Odell “Shorty” Folsom. Dolores was a faithful Christian and member of Eastside Baptist Church. She was a...
