Curtis Lee Alday, 87, passed away on October 17, 2026, in Tallahassee. He was born on August 30, 1939, in Altha, Florida.
Curtis will be remembered for the steady pleasures that shaped his days and reflected the kind of life he enjoyed most. He loved gardening and found happiness being on his tractor, pursuits that spoke to his appreciation for hard...
Deanna “DeDe” Carol Waldron, of Blountstown, born January 4, 1966, in Bartow, Florida, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Marianna, Florida.
DeDe will be remembered for the joy she found in life’s simple and lasting pleasures. She loved music, the river, and above all, spending quality time with her family and friends. She also had a spirited way about her...
Abbie Faye Bailey, of Blountstown, passed away on September 30, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family in Blountstown. She was born on October 6, 1942, in Altha, Florida.
Faye will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was deeply centered on those she loved. In her younger days, she was an athlete, and that...
Leola Wingate Bracewell, age 97, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, in Blountstown, Florida, just three days before her 98th birthday.
Leola was born on September 26, 1928, to Perry Lee Wingate and Lovie Leola Bennett.
Leola worked for many years as a fire watcher for the Forestry Service. She spent countless hours high above the surrounding countryside at the top...
Mary Lou Wood, 90, of Crawfordville, Florida, passed away on September 22, 2026, in Carrabelle. She was born on September 7, 1936, in Altha, Florida.
Mary Lou will be remembered for the life she built around her family, her work, her faith, and the simple joys that brought her happiness. She worked as a hairdresser in Lanark Village, a role that...
Royce Gene Wise, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026 at the Margaret Z. Dozier House in Tallahassee at the age of 78. He was born on February 5, 1948, in Blountstown and was a life long resident of Calhoun County.
Royce lived a life marked by duty, courage, and deep devotion to his country. He served for 20 years in...
Mark Edward Watson passed away on September 15, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on October 29, 1960, Mark will be remembered as a man whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and genuine joy to those around him.
Mark was extremely funny and was truly a fun person to be around. He had a very tender-hearted nature that showed in the...
Jeannine Gayout Pitts, of Kinard, Florida, passed away on September 13, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born on April 16, 1936, in Tours, France.
Jeannine will be remembered for a life devoted to children and to learning. She served as a librarian at Blountstown Elementary School for 36 years, offering steady guidance and care to generations of students....
Minnie Bodiford Lee, born March 30, 1934, in Altha, Florida, passed away on September 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Her long life was marked by devotion to those she loved, simple joys well cherished, and a generous spirit that found expression in home, family, and the everyday kindnesses that leave a lasting imprint.
Minnie was an excellent cook who...
Lorene M. Lipford, of Gordon, Alabama, passed away on September 11, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 5, 1931, in Chipley, Florida, she lived a long life marked by warmth, devotion, and the simple joys that made a home and family flourish.
Lorene loved the outdoors and spent much of her time sitting...
Grady Roberson, a wonderful man of faith, passed away at his home in Marianna, Florida, on September 7, 2026. Grady fought a long and hard battle with heart disease and made the most of his days during this time. Heaven truly gained a special angel with the passing of Grady.
Grady was born to Lamar and Georgia Mae Roberson on January...
Laddie E. Williams, a lifelong resident of Blountstown, Florida, passed away in Blountstown on September 2, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born in Blountstown on August 25, 1934, and spent his life serving the community he called home with dedication, leadership, and deep care for its people.
Laddie built a long and hardworking life marked by business, public...
Robert Clifton “Brutus” Lambeth passed away peacefully at his home on August 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 8, 1953, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Brutus served in the United States Marines and went on to work as a trucker for over 38 years. He was known for the steady dedication he gave to his work and...
Gary Hyatt, of Tallahassee, passed away on August 24, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on May 23, 1945, in Marianna, Florida.
Gary will be remembered as a man who loved the Lord and as just a good ole boy whose way of life reflected warmth, faith, and a deep appreciation for the people around him. He enjoyed...
Foley Wood, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, passed away on August 21, 2026, in Fort Walton Beach. He was born on May 18, 1932, in Wausau, Florida.
Foley lived a life marked by service, teaching, and a deep connection to others through both discipline and joy. He served his country in the United States Air Force, rising to the rank of...
Ronald Dale Dixon, born October 29, 1968, in Plant City, Florida, passed away on August 20, 2026.
Ronald will be remembered as a hardworking and very generous man who lived with a “Work Hard, Play Harder” mentality. He was the kind of person who would give anyone the shirt off his back, and that spirit of generosity left a lasting impression...
Judith Angela "Angie" Deason, known fondly to her family and friends as Angie, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 57. Born on August 31, 1968, Angie lived a life marked by kindness, warmth, and a genuine compassion for those around her.
Angie is survived by her beloved daughter, Ella Deason, who was the light...
Timothy Johnson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, in Tallahassee. He was born on September 23, 1968, in Linton, Indiana, and from his earliest days he filled the lives of those around him with warmth, laughter, and remarkable skill.
Throughout his life, Timothy embraced adventure, curiosity, and camaraderie. He delighted in going to races,...
James W. Vinson, born June 9, 1941, in Blountstown, passed away on August 9, 2026, in his hometown. He was 85 years old.
James was a lifelong resident of Blountstown, whose dedication to his family and his community remained steadfast throughout his life. He was a man deeply connected to the land and nature, known for his love of fishing and...
Charles Everett Cauley, known for his unwavering kindness and generous spirit, passed away on July 31, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on November 11, 1946, in Belle Glade, Florida, Charles lived a life marked by deep devotion to family, steadfast service to his country, and an indelible ability to make a difference in the lives of all who...