Obituaries

Sep 14, 2025

Maxine M. Page, 87 of Chipley, passed from this life on September 14, 2025 at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Maxine was born on February 13, 1938 to the late Angus and Arzela (Lindsey) Nance. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Sep 6, 2025

Helen Elaine Marsico, age 68 of Vernon, FL passed from this life on Saturday, September 6th, 2025.  She was born on March 21st, 1957 in Clearwater, FL to the late Johnny Jones and Betty Marisco.

Along with her parents, Helen is preceded in death by one son, Samuel Calkins.

She is survived by one son,...

Sep 5, 2025

Travis Wilton Pitts, 74 of Chipley, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on September 5, 2025 at St. Andrews Bay Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Panama City, Florida.

Travis was born December 1, 1950 in Panama City, Florida to the late Henry C. and Vera (Griffin) Pitts. A lifelong resident of Washington County, Travis...

Aug 28, 2025

James Thad Strickland, Jr. ("JR"), 71, of Ebro, passed from this life on August 28, 2025, at Doctor's Memorial Hospital in Bonifay, Florida.

JR was born on January 30, 1954, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to J.T. and Fannie (Helms) Strickland. He was a 1972 graduate of Vernon High School where he played football and later earned his...

Aug 27, 2025

Ronal Darrell Rustin, 59 of Chipley, passed from this life on August 27, 2025 at Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama.

Darrell was born November 12, 1965 to Grady Ronal and Betty Birge Rustin of Chipley. After graduating High School he earned a B.S. degree in the world of hard work and dedication to the family business, Rustin...

Aug 22, 2025

Emma Adeline Barnes, 75 of Cottondale, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2025 in Cottondale, Florida surrounded by her loving family.

Emma, also affectionately known as "Runt", was born on February 11, 1950 in Cottondale, Florida to the late Jett and Nellie (Crooms) Barnes. A lifelong resident of Cottondale, she was known as...

Aug 20, 2025

Sylvia E. Myer, age 90 of Bonifay, went home to be with the Lord on August 20, 2025 at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Sylvia was born on March 13, 1935 in Schenectady, New York to the late John and Sylvia (Greaves) Carlin. A former resident of Lecanto, Florida, she was of...

Aug 11, 2025

Dorothy Louise Young, 102 of Chipley, passed from this life on August 11th, 2025 at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital.

Dorothy was born on April 23, 1923 in Savannah, Georgia to the late Charles and Ethel (Stanford) Grant. She worked for many years at the Piggly Wiggly and was a member of the Church of Christ.

Aug 10, 2025

Deana Lynn Davis, 61 of Chipley, passed from this life on August 10, 2025 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital.

Deana was born on January 21, 1964 in Luray, Virginia to Robert and Frances (Judd) Kibler. She was a Freight Broker who knew the business inside and out. Deana loved her job and the people she interacted with...

Aug 4, 2025

Sandra Dilmore, age 65, passed from this life Monday, August 4, 2025 at her home. She was born in Saint Petersburg, Florida on June 27, 1960 to Coy R. and Alice Lou (Braxton) Merchant.

Sandra is preceded by her parents and her sister; Gina Merchant. She is survived by her husband; Roy Dilmore of Cottondale, Florida, her...

Jul 25, 2025

Joe Tom Johnson, 90, of Chipley, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 25, 2025.

Joe was born March 10, 1935 in Lineville, AL to Edward and Margaret (Hallmark) Johnson. The family moved to Chipley in 1945 to open Johnson Department Store. Joe was a 1953 graduate of Chipley High School where he...

Jul 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rev. Robbins (Bobby)Lee Wood, a beloved retired minister who dedicated 67 years of his life to serving others. His profound impact on our community and the many lives he touched will never be forgotten.

Bobby Lee is survived by his loving wife, Betty Sue Wood, and...

Jul 17, 2025

Artie Mae Taylor, 88 of Bonifay, went home to be with the Lord on July 17, 2025 at Washington Rehab and Nursing Center in Chipley, Florida.

Artie was born on May 24, 1937 in Hahira, Georgia to Louie and Rosa (Weeks) Mims. She worked for Tampa Farm Service as the Office Manager and was of the Christian...

Jul 17, 2025

Judy Carol Lanning Daniels, age 79, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025 at her home. She was born in Lexington, North Carolina on February 27, 1946 to John Raymond and Frances Irene (Hedrick) Lanning.

Judy is preceded by her husband; Jack Edward Daniels, her father & mother; John & Frances Lanning, her brother; JR Lanning. She is...

Jul 15, 2025

Pat Jackson King, 81, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, in a local hospital. Pat was born on September 27, 1943, in Enterprise, Alabama, the daughter of the late Holton and the late Eura Mae Jackson.

Pat was the beloved wife of the late Marion W. "MW" King. They formed their blended family on May 28,...

Jul 14, 2025

Janet K. Coughlin, 72 of Chipley, Florida, passed from this life on July 14, 2025 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital.

Janet was born on August 3, 1952 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Henry and Dorothy (Suhr) Hess.

She is survived by her husband, Kevin Couhglin; sons: Zachary Coughlin and Jacob Couhglin; daughter: Nancy Galt;...

Jul 10, 2025

Dottie Ann West, age 90 of Chipley, FL went home to be with the Lord on July 10th, 2025. She was born on December 30th, 1934 in Plant City, FL to the late John and Eva (Pope) Whitehead.

Dottie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family and her faith.

She...

Jul 2, 2025

Martha "Beth" Garvin, 54 of Chipley, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on July 2, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Beth was born on February 14, 1971 in Panama City, Florida to Marty O. Hinson and Lynna Joyce Smith. She worked in the Fire Restoration industry and was a lifelong resident...

Jun 20, 2025

Burton Wesley Wilson, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at the age of 91.

Born on November 23, 1933, to Lyle and Mary Strange Wilson (who passed away early in Burton's life, he was raised by Marie Weeks Wilson), growing up in Chipley, FL. After graduating Chipley High School, he...

Jun 20, 2025

James David Walters, 67 of Greenhead, was called to heaven from this life on June 20, 2025 at his residence.

He was born on April 22, 1958 in Panama City, Florida to George William Walters and Christale White (Pate). A lifelong resident of Southport and Greenhead ,FL. David was retired from working 40+ years in the Underground...