Obituaries

Dec 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Sue Wood. She faithfully served as a dedicated partner in ministry alongside her late husband, Reverend Robbins Lee Wood, for more than 67 years. Her impact on the lives of both young and old cannot be measured on this side of heaven.

Betty is survived...

Dec 12, 2025

Sandra La'Deare Jackson (Ward), age 72, of Caryville, Florida, formerly of Jacksonville, Florida, passed from this life on December 12, 2025.

Sandra was born on May 15, 1953 in Blakely, Georgia to Booker T. Jackson and Forrestine Lewis. Sandra will be missed by all and will live in our hearts forever.

She was preceded in...

Dec 7, 2025

James Thomas Rathel, age 62, passed from this life on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at his home in Panama City, Florida. He was born in Chipley, Florida, on November 2, 1963, to Quay and Sara Jo (Aycock) Rathel. James worked throughout his life as a dedicated Land Surveyor.

He is preceded in death by his parents and...

Dec 7, 2025

Ruby Barrow Wilkinson, 95, of Chipley Florida passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Ruby was born November 29, 1930, to Aroster Wilson and Cordie Elizabeth Wilson. Ruby was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Ruby accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age while attending Salem Baptist Church, where her...

Nov 28, 2025

A much-loved husband, father, brother, and friend, Gary R. Owens, age 67, passed from this life on Friday, November 28, 2025, with his family by his side.

Born on August 14, 1958, in Panama City, Florida, Gary was a man of wisdom, faith, and unwavering guidance.

Gary was a devoted family man, a supportive friend,...

Nov 26, 2025

Darlene Sharon Reynolds, age 63 of Chipley, FL went home to be with the Lord on November 26, 2025.  She was born on September 8, 1962 in Macon, GA the late Leonard and Doris Green.

She was preceded in death by her baby sister, Cindy Larson.

Darlene is survived by her loving husband, Franklin Earl...

Nov 26, 2025

Lunell Docchio, age 92, passed from this life November 26, 2025 at her home. She was born in Wausau, Florida on January 31, 1933 to Dave Taylor and Carl (Miller) Taylor. Mrs. Lunell was a Real Estate Broker for Acquired Real Estate Company.

She is preceded by her parents, her husband, William D. Docchio and her 12...

Nov 20, 2025

Shirley Viers, age 71 of Chipley, FL went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 20th, 2025.

Shirley was born on March 15, 1954 in Marianna, Florida to the late William and Irene (Bryant) Williford. She worked as a clerk for Walmart for over 35 years before her retirement. Shirley was a faithful member of...

Nov 12, 2025

Lonnie M. Dahl, 97 of Vernon, went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2025 at the Bonifay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Lonnie was born on May 17, 1928 in Havana, Florida to Rufus and Cora (Lassitter) Ward. A lifelong resident of the Florida Panhandle, she was a faithful member of Live Oak Baptist Church...

Nov 8, 2025

Ruth Lucille Adkins, 92 of Fountain, went home to be with the Lord on November 8, 2025 at the Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Chipley, Florida.

Ruth was born on November 26, 1932 in Red Ash, Virginia. A resident of the Florida Panhandle since the 1960's, she was a member of Sandy Mountain Church in Fountain,...

Nov 2, 2025

Raylan Susanne Stuckey passed from this life on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. She was born in Shands Hospital on October 28, 2025 to Jaylan Stuckey and Kaydra Riley.

She is preceded by her grandparents; Wendall and Sandra Riley. She is survived by her parents; Jaylan Stuckey and Kaydra Riley, her grandparents;...

Oct 20, 2025

Minnie Jewel Taylor, age 102, passed from this life Monday, October 20, 2025 at Community Health and Rehab Center in Panama City, FL. She was born in Randolph County, Georgia on June 22, 1923 to A.E. and Annie Bell (Daniels) Brown. Minnie was a Pastor's wife, loved gardening, loved her Family and was a member of the First Baptist...

Oct 15, 2025

Ander Jean Sowell, age 87, passed from this life Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 at her home. She was born in Washington County, Florida on June 30, 1938 to Ander and Ada (Carter) Taylor.  Ann was a homemaker for her family. She enjoyed fishing, hunting, and working in her yard.

Ann is preceded by her parents, her husband;...

Oct 6, 2025

Alma Laurell Harvey, age 80, passed from this life Monday, October 6, 2025 at her home. She was born in Wausau, Florida on March 13, 1945 to Newton and Lillie Mae (Taylor) Smith. Mrs. Alma served as Post Master for many years at the Wausau Post Office.

Mrs. Harvey is preceded in death by her husband of...

Oct 4, 2025

Katherine Hilda Pippin, age 74, passed from this life Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in Tallahassee, Florida. She was born in Marianna, Florida on August 26, 1951 to Joe and Cletta Mae (Barber) Chason.

Hilda lived her childhood in Pascagoula, Mississippi, raised by Evelyn and Addie Chason, along with her cousin Becky. As a...

Oct 4, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Duff, 76 of Panama City, went home to be with the Lord on October 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born on September 20, 1949 in Chipley, Florida to the late Hershel and Cora Lee (Elliot) Monk. She was a lifelong resident of the Florida Panhandle and had been a resident of...

Oct 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that our family announces the passing of a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Madalene Wells Coggin Culpepper, 96, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in her childhood home.

Affectionately known as "Manny" to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Madalene was born on June 8, 1929, at Fraiser Ellis Hospital in Dothan, Alabama—the...

Sep 23, 2025

Roy Gene Foxworth, 76 of Chipley, went home to be with the Lord on September 23, 2025 at Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama.

Roy Gene was born on March 26, 1949 in Palm Harbor, Florida to the late Arlie and Emma Lee (Skinner) Foxworth. After graduating high school he went into the United States Army and served...

Sep 23, 2025

James Henry Gilmore Jr., 78 of Caryville, passed from this life on September 23, 2025 at his home.

James was born July 12, 1947 in Bonifay, Florida to the late James and Sarah (Mason) Gilmore Sr. A lifelong resident of the Florida panhandle, James was a graduate of Vernon High School Class of 1966. Upon graduation he...

Sep 22, 2025

In Celebration of a Life Well-Lived: Betty Elaine Peterson

December 24, 1943 – September 22, 2025

With full hearts and deep gratitude, we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Betty Elaine Peterson. She passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born on Christmas Eve,...