Obituaries

Jan 21, 2021

Frances Palmer Walters, age 75, passed from this life Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Gulf Coast Medical Center. She was born in La Porte, Texas on December 27, 1944 to Warren D. and Dorothea (Votaw) Palmer. Mrs. Frances had a Master's Degree in Science, a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, was an Author and was a Educator for Washington County...

Jan 20, 2021

William Minchew, Jr, 82, of Vernon, FL passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Biloxi VA Medical Center. Biloxi, MS.

He responded to the call of God to Christian ministry and served as Deacon at Sandy Creek Baptist Church, Ponce de Leon, FL from January 2005 until 2010 when he was placed on Honorary Deacon status....

Jan 17, 2021

Mary Joann Weber, age 77, of Vernon, Fl passed from this life on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at her house surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on March 1, 1943 in Knightsville, SC to the late Howard Nicholas Crosby and Mary Evelyn (Murray) Crosby.

Mary has been a resident of the Washington County area since...

Jan 16, 2021

Timothy Francis Fox 02/02/1954- 01/16/2021 - Chipley, FL. We celebrate the life of Timothy (Tim) Fox, a great father, son, grandfather, brother and friend.

He is preceded in Death by His Father, Thomas Fox and his Mother, Margaret Fox. Timothy is Proudly Survived by his Sons, Kevin Fox & Edward Fox. Daughters in Law, Christina Fox and...

Jan 15, 2021

Sarah Bagget Smith.  She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend/neighbor.

She was born Sept. 30, 1920 in Washington County Georgia to Martin and Rosa Baggett.

She died Jan. 15, 2021.  She was preceded in death by two brothers, 3 sisters, 1 niece, 2

nephews, and a grandson.  She was the...

Jan 14, 2021

Don M. Wyatt, 74, of Chipley, Florida, passed away January 14, 2021 at Jackson Hospital in Marianna following a brief illness.

Don was born July 12,1946 in Decaturville, TN to Clifford and Louise Wyatt. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966 where he served as an Atomic Demolition Munitions Specialist until his Honorable Discharge in 1969....

Jan 13, 2021

David Michael Salter, age 58, of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at his home.  He was born on August 12, 1962 to the late John David Salter and Pat (Jackson) Salter in Brewton, AL.

He is survived by his mother, Pat Salter of Chipley, FL, daughter, Annah Salter of Milton, FL,...

Jan 11, 2021

Robert Lynn Basnaw Jr., age 50, passed from this life Monday, January 11, 2021 at his home. He was born in Wayne County, Michigan on June 23, 1970 to Robert Lynn Basnaw Sr.  and Carol Schroeder. Robert was a carpenter by trade and was proud of serving in the United States Marines.

He was preceded in death...

Jan 10, 2021

Kenneth Morgan Enfinger, born on October 5, 1942 of Chipley, FL, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 10, 2021. He was born to John Morgan Enfinger and Vyron Lloyd "Doodle" Enfinger, both from Chipley, FL.

He was a journeyman electrician for over 20 years. He was also a Marine Corps veteran and served during...

Jan 9, 2021

William "Bill" Thomas Hall, age 86, passed from this life Saturday, January 9, 2021 at his home. He was born in Vernon, FL on April 10, 1934 to Matthew and Dosha Mae (Anderson) Hall. Bill had retired from the United States Air Force and served as a EMT for Washington County EMS for approximately 10 years.

He...

Jan 5, 2021

Jimmy Ray Holland, age 77 of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.  Jimmy was born on October 17, 1943 in Dothan, AL to the late Damon and Ila Mae (Atwell) Holland.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by a grandson, Noah Ray...

Jan 4, 2021

Janet May Marlow, 81 of Chipley, FL passed away January 4, 2021 after complications from pneumonia. Janet was born on October 27, 1939, to Jahaza B. May and Sam D. May who were members of the Williams, Gainer, May, Russ pioneering families in Northwest Florida. Her parents both served as Washington County Judges.  Janet was a graduate of Troy...

Dec 30, 2020

John Earl Harris, age 76, of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Wednesday, December 30, 2020.  He was born on December 19, 1944 in Cottondale, FL to the late Thomas Z. Harris and Macy E. (Rudd) Harris.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by one brother, T.Z. Harris Jr. and sister, Edna Dilmore....

Dec 26, 2020

Paul T. Bryant, age 60, of Caryville, FL passed from this life on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at his home.  He was born on July 1, 1960 to the late Paul R. Bryant and Sonya (Jennings) Bryant in Fort Myers, FL.

Paul was a mechanic by trade and he was a family man.  He dearly loved his...

Dec 26, 2020

Elizabeth K. Hysmith, age 81, of Chipley, FL went home to be with the lord on Saturday, December 26, 2020.  She was born on November 28, 1939 in Elba, AL to the late Wilmer and Ethel (Youngblood) Kelley.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Fred Hysmith, one daughter, Debbie Ann Hysmith,...

Dec 22, 2020

Eric Anthony Suggs, age 67, of Crestview, FL passed from this life on Tuesday, December 22, 2020.  He was born on March 1, 1953 in De Funiak Spring, FL to the late Milledge J. and Lille Mae (Roberts) Suggs.

He is survived by his brothers, Michael J. Suggs and his wife Tamela of Crestview, FL, Milledge Steen...

Dec 21, 2020

Daniel C. Finch, age 36 of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Monday, December 21, 2020.  He was born on July 5, 1984 in Panama City, FL to Darryl Finch and Joann (Hammock) Hayes.

He is a lifelong resident of Washington County.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, D.C. Finch and...

Dec 21, 2020

On December 21, 2020 Patricia went home to be with the Lord.  She was born in Atlanta, GA on June 13, 1953 and, after living in most of the Southern Sates and a short time in Ohio.

Pat, as she preferred to be called, move to Chipley, FL in 1974.  Pat was a beautiful person who loved...

Dec 21, 2020

Ann D. Franklin, age 81, of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Monday, December 21, 2020 at her home.  She was born on October 16, 1939 in Chipley, FL to the late Irby Edward Dasinger and Doris (Taylor) Dasinger.

Ann is a lifelong resident of the Chipley and Cottondale area and worked at KMS in the...

Dec 16, 2020

Roy E. Hargrove, age 68, of Cottondale, FL passed from this life on Tuesday, December 16, 2020 at his home.  He was born on August 13, 1952 to the late Allen David Hargrove and Eula Mae (Sapp) Hargrove in Graceville, FL.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his loving wife, Connie M. Hargrove,...