Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Linda Taylor Neel
July 10, 2025
Linda Taylor Neel, 77, of Malone, Florida, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10, at the Courtyard in Marianna. She was born October 28, 1947, to the late Hubert and Emma Ruth Peeler Taylor. Linda was an active member of Friendship Baptist Church, where she delighted in teaching the children's choir and was very involved in all aspects of the...
Earline Moore Pettis
July 8, 2025
Evelyn “Earline” Pettis was born October 21, 1941, in Bonifay, Florida. She was the daughter of the late Ocie Moore and the late Earnestine Singletary Moore.
She married the love of her life, Rev. Louie D. Pettis on January 13, 1957, and from that day forward, they were inseparable.
Their passion for Christ and people led them into a life of ministry....
John Milton Ford
July 5, 2025
John Milton Ford, 87, passed from this life into the presence of his Savior on July 5, 2025, at his home place in Malone, Florida.
John was born and raised in Jackson County. He played on two state championship basketball teams at Malone High and then attended Chipola Jr. College where he played basketball and was part of the glee club....
Francis Hampton Howard
June 28, 2025
Francis Hampton Howard, 90, of Dellwood, FL, died Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Jackson Hospital.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Wade and Leila Howard; his wife of forty-seven years, Lounette Kent Howard; his daughter, Debra Kapusta; his son, Terry Howard; and two of his sisters, Eva Lucas and Dorothy Seller.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of...
Joshua Earl Rose, Jr.
June 25, 2025
Joshua “Earl” Rose, Jr., age 76, passed away in Dothan, Alabama on June 25, 2025. Born in West Palm Beach, Florida, Earl was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.
He was the son of the late Joshua Earl Rose Sr. of Kinston, NC, and the late Hannah Gray Rose Drake, of West Palm Beach, FL.
Earl is preceded in...
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...
Gerald Herring
June 1, 2025
Gerald Herring, 81, of Marianna, Florida passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, at his residence.
He was born February 5, 1944, in Columbus, Georgia, and lived in Grand Ridge for the past several years.
Funeral services will be 10 AM, Thursday, July 3, 2025, at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.
Visitation will be from 9:30 AM until the time of the...
