Local Obituaries for Families in Sneads, Marianna, Graceville and Surrounding Areas in Florida
Frances Davis Shadburn
August 12, 2024
Frances Davis Shadburn, 81, of Cottondale, Florida died Monday, August 12, 2024 at South East Medical Center.
Frances was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt whose life touched many. She was born November 1, 1942 in Jackson County to Helen Howell Davis and Ezra Morea Davis. Frances lived a life filled with love, faith, and compassion. She dedicated her...
Tommie Richard Boone
August 12, 2024
Tommie “Richard” Boone, 61, of Marianna, Florida died Monday, August 12, 2024, at South East Medical Center.
He was born May 23, 1963, in Marinna, FL to the late Tommie Edward “Bud” and Margaret Chafin Boone.
Richard graduated from Marianna High School class of 1981. He was always a hard worker and a dedicated farmer. He spent most of his time outdoors,...
Harold Lee Logan
August 9, 2024
Harold Lee Logan, 83, of Panama City, Florida died Friday, August 9, 2024 at Ascension Sacred Heart in Panama City.
He was born November 27,1940 to Roland and Mattie Logan of Alliance, FL. His fondest memories were spending time with his Uncle Rob and Aunt Goldie. He passed away at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay on August 9, 2024 after suffering respiratory...
Herman R. Burroughs, Jr.
August 9, 2024
Herman Ralph Burroughs, Jr, 71, of Malone, Florida, died at his residence on Friday, August 9, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. His struggle is over and he is now healed completely.
He was born in Marianna, FL, to Ralph & Ina Burroughs on November 25, 1952. In 1974, he met the true love of his life, Marie Baxter. They...
Phillip Smith
August 8, 2024
Phillip Smith, “Smitty”, 68, of Altha, died Thursday, August 8, 2024, at his daughter’s home in Cottondale surrounded by loved ones.
He was born August 24, 1955, in Geneva, Alabama to James E. and Lucille C. Smith.
Smitty had several jobs throughout his life, but his favorite was his nine years at Piggly Wiggly in Blounstown.
His hobbies were fishing, watching westerns, wrestling,...
James Burke
August 7, 2024
James Donald Burke, 54, of Sneads, FL died Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Southeast Medical Center.
He was born December 26, 1969 in Liberty County, FL to Murlene Pitts. He served in the U.S. Navy for two years before serving in the Navy Reserves and Army National Guard. He worked for the Department of Corrections and then Florida State Hospital.
After his...
Mildred Kathleen Biggs
August 7, 2024
Mildred Kathleen Biggs, 84, of Marianna, FL, went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2024.
She was born on November 25, 1939 in Apalachicola, FL. Mrs. Biggs was a homemaker for most of her life, but also, worked for the Jackson County Health Department for over 10 years as a School Nursing Assistant at Golson Elementary. Mrs. Biggs...
Donnie Sullivan
August 5, 2024
Donald Richard "Donnie" Sullivan, 77, of Marianna passed away Monday, August 5, 2024, in Bonifay, Florida. He was born October 23, 1946, in Alliance (Sink Creek), Florida at his Grandpa, Pearson Peacock’s farm.
He retired over 20 years ago. He liked spending his time as a skilled craftsman with woodworking and was an amazing pencil artist. Donnie will be missed by...
Jason M. Tyms
July 27, 2024
Jason Matthew Tyms, 52, of Dothan, died Saturday, July 27, 2024, after a motor vehicle accident
He was born April 25, 1972, in Chicago, Illinois to Alex Tyms, Sr. and Melloney Louise Tyms. He met Deanne "Dee" Giglio in 2004 and they were together for 20 years eventually settling in Dothan. Jason and Dee were a dynamic team and were rarely...
Maria Chávez Alcalá
July 27, 2024
Maria Chávez Alcalá, 70 years old, of Marianna FL, departed to the presence of God on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Originally from Zacatecas, her heart belonged to Amado Nervo Durango where she grew up. Mrs. Alcalá resided in Florida for the last 12 years, where she moved after retiring with her husband, Jose Antonio Alcalá. Her faith was always anchored...
Jeffrey Alan Arkins
July 27, 2024
Jeffrey Alan Arkins, 61, of Sneads, FL, formerly of Milwaukee, Wisconsin passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024, at his residence. He was born to John and Carolyn Babush Arkins in Milwaukee March 7, 1963.
He enjoyed many things, from paintball and four-wheeling to music and movies. Jeffrey was gifted in building model cars and robots, as well as wood carving. He...
Ricky Neil Gurosky
July 26, 2024
Ricky Neil Gurosky, 68 of Greenwood, Florida passed away Friday, July 26, 2024, at his residence. He was born to Louis Cecil and Doris June Gurosky on August 21, 1955 in Birmingham, AL.
He was a strong believer in God, family and country. He was a very devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather that served our country in the U.S....
Malrie Glen Shores
July 26, 2024
Malrie Glen Shores, 86, of Kynesville, FL died Friday, July 26, 2024 at the home of his daughter in Dothan, AL.
Mr. Shores was born, June 4, 1938 in Marianna to Daniel and Pearlie Kent Shores. He was proud of his service to his country having served in the U.S. Air Force for 12 years.
In 1975 he moved back to Kynesville...
Sammy Wilson Deal
July 24, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sammy Wilson Deal, who left us on July 24, 2024, at the age of 69. He was born September 28, 1954, in Dothan, AL to Wilson and Hazel Deal. Sammy was a hard-working, loving man who always made time for his family. Even while working for the Florida Department...
Dianne Clark
July 23, 2024
Dianne Clark, 72, of Bascom, Florida passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Panama City, FL. She was born January 27, 1952 in Graceville, FL to the late Max and Kathryn Clark. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Memorialization will be by cremation with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel in charge of arrangements.
Charlene Pettis Polston
July 21, 2024
Charlene Pettis Polston, 87, of Sneads died Sunday, July 21, 2024. Charlene was the oldest of three children born to Charlie and Olive Love in Winter Haven, Florida on June 15, 1937. She graduated from Winter Haven High School in 1955. On November 4, 1955, she married Cecil Pettis. Their daughter, Charlotte was born to them in 1956, and then...
Sybil E. Griffin
July 19, 2024
Sybil E. Griffin, 87, of Sneads, Florida died Friday, July 19, 2024. She was born May 23, 1937 in Columbia, SC to Rabon and Daisey Bell Moody. She faithfully served the Lord as a wife, mother, grandmother, and pastor’s wife. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was always ready to make them laugh. She never missed an opportunity to...
Terry Lee Casey
July 13, 2024
Terry Lee Casey, 65, of Bascom, FL died Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Southeast Medical Center. He was born May 30, 1959, in Marianna, FL to Early and Gladys Casey. Terry was always a hard worker and always made sure he could provide for his family. Even while he worked for the Jackson County Department of Corrections, he stayed busy...
Wanda Hamilton McArdle
July 12, 2024
Wanda Hamilton McArdle, 76, of Slocomb died Friday, July 12, 2024 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan. Wanda was the sweetest woman you’ve ever met. These last few years she has spent her time at home with her husband Terry. Before that you might have saw her at Malone City Café, or Dothan Livestock Café where she worked for several years....
Deborah Jean Pope
July 10, 2024
Deborah Jean Pope, 71, of Creston, Iowa entered eternal rest Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at her home in Creston.
Deborah was born in Chattahoochee, Florida on December 18, 1952, the daughter of Julian Waddell and Eldis Jane (Basford) Pope. She grew up in Grand Ridge, Florida, attended school there and played the Coronet in her high school marching band. Deborah graduated...
