Mary Frances Benefield Bailey age 76 of Chipley passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. She was born in Jackson County on November 5, 1940 to the late Robert Curtis Benefield and Doris Victoria Stephens.  Mary enjoyed gardening, flowers, cooking, and fishing. 

Mary was proceeded in death by her parents; husband Vergel Bailey, two brothers and three sisters. She is survived by sons Alvin Hamm and Lewis Hamm both of Alford; Step-sons David Bailey and kids of Mississippi, Eddie Bailey (Sarah) and kids of Tennessee, Raymond Bailey (Cindy) of Panama City; John Bailey of North Carolina  Daughter Mary Ann Syfrett (David) of Chipley; Step Daughter Brenda Little of Mississippi; Brothers Curtis Carol Benefield (Linda) of Cottondale and Sammy Ray Benefield (LLouis) of Florida; Sisters Ida Coley of Round Lake, Dothory Prichell of Compass Lake in the Hills, and Brenda Ozborne of Round Lake; Grandchildren Amber Parr, Candace Hamm, Cameron Hamm, Cody Hamm, Jessica Cook, Marla Ann Wilbanks (Dusty), Santana Hamm, Zackary Syfrett, Katelyn Nicole Syfrett and a host of great grandchildren.

Funeral Services for Mary will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 30, 2016 in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home with Reverend Wesley Syfrett officiating. Interment will follow in the Alford Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. 

Marianna Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online at www.mariannachapelfh.com.

On December 28, 2016 Mr. Daun Crews of Marianna, Florida was called to heaven by his Lord and Savior. Mr. Crews was born on May 20, 1932 in Campbellton, Florida and moved to Marianna during his childhood years.

A devout Christian, Mr. Crews (Better known to his schoolmates and friends as “Baby Daun” or “Babe”) was a life-long and active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Marianna having served as a Deacon and Elder on numerous occasions. He was a graduate of Marianna High where he was selected as an All-State Football player. Known for his tenacity on the field, it was his kind heart, infectious smile and personality that attracted others to him.

After graduating Mr. Crews enlisted in the US Army and served as a Master Sgt. in the Military Police while stationed in Hawaii. After returning from military duty he began working with the Sealtest Milk Company eventually becoming the plant manager for a number of years. After a short stint away from Marianna, Mr. Crews returned home and began working with the Jackson County School Board where he was the Director of Facilities and Plant Management. Mr. Crews continued his work with the school board until 1980 when he was elected as Clerk of the Circuit Court and served for 16 years until his retirement in 1996. Daun loved serving the people of Jackson County as Clerk and often said he felt like this was his true calling, being able to help others and serve his community. Mr. Crews was active in many civic organizations throughout the years.  None he was more proud of than being a member of the Marianna Lions Club for 50 plus years.  The Veterans and Gideons were all worthy causes that Mr. Crews spent his life donating his time too.

On July 19, 1952, Mr. Crews’ life changed forever when he married his one and only Sweetheart, Christine Medlock. Their unconditional and unwavering love for each other was evident every day throughout their 61 plus years of marriage. Whether traveling, going out to eat with family and friends or a quiet night at home, their hearts were bound together that withstood the test of time. For those that knew them the best, know that a significant part of Daun was lost as well when Christine passed away on January 29, 2014.  While her physical presence was gone, her spirit lived on and through him for the rest of his life.

There was no secret that Mr. Crews’ foundation and life were based on his faith; his family; and his friends. He received no greater joy than that he received from spending time with his family and friends. At the top of that list, were the years he and Christine spent with their two beautiful granddaughters, Jennie Strickland and Kelly Crews. Traveling around the country, birthday parties, Christmas, it didn’t matter as long as those two apples of his eye were there. Throughout the last few years Mr. Crews had come to rely heavily on this son Michael and Daughter-In-Law Teri. Daun always thought of Teri as his own daughter and loved her from the bottom of his heart and the time they spent together whether doctor appointments or a ride for a milkshake will be memories we will always cherish. He and Michael shared a father and son bond that was unimaginable! Best Friends for life and as Michael use to tell people, “he was my one and only HERO.”

Mr. Crews was preceded in death by his wife, Christine; survived by his son, Michael (wife Teri); two granddaughters, Kelly Elizabeth Crews, Jennie Crews Strickland (husband Razzie); one great grandson, Lawson Razzie Strickland. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who were a significant part of his life that he loved dearly.

The family will receive friends on Monday, January 2, 2017 from 4:00-6:00pm CST at the James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.  Graveside funeral will be at Riverside Cemetery on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 10:00am CST. with Rev. Terry Gregory officiating.  In lieu of flowers, the family has requested, contributions be made to any of the following; First Presbyterian Church of Marianna, 2898 Jefferson St., Marianna, FL 32446; Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308 or Boy Scouts of America, 6801 West Main St., Dothan, AL 36305. Condolences may be made on line at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Richard Larry Wagner, 83, of Marianna died Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center. 

Richard was a native of Cleveland, OH where he was born to the late, Lawrence F. and Anna Julia Dohnal Wagner on June 17, 1933. He moved to Marianna in 1947, then joined the U.S.A.F where he served an active tour of duty in the Korean Conflict and married his wife, Rochelle Bennett on August 11, 1957 at Eglin Air Force Base. Richard became a member of the Marianna Elks Lodge, American Legion, AMA Modelers, Chipola Amature Radio Club and was a Radio Tech for Adams Communication. He enjoyed flying radio controlled airplanes, was a NASCAR enthusiast, a short track race car driver and a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.  

He is survived by his wife, Rochelle B. Wagner of Marianna; two children, Rhonda Lee Brown and husband, Greg of Fountain, Gail Annette Matt and husband, George of Inverness; one grandchild, Jennifer Lee Roberts and husband, Ryan of Marianna and three great-grandchildren, Blake, Austin and Luke Roberts. 

Funeral services will be 1 p.m.., Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church with Father David Green officiating. Interment will follow in Cypress Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing. 

The family will receive friends from 4 p.m.. to 6 p.m.., Monday, January 2, 2017 in The MacKinnon Parish Hall at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 4362 Lafayette St. Marianna, FL 32446.

Expressions of sympathy may be made online at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Clara T. Williams, 82, died December 29, 2016 at Cobblestone Rehabilitation Center  in Moultrie, GA.

She was born 1 of 12 children, and raised in the Sandridge Community.  She lived and worked in food service until 1962. When she moved to Albany, GA, she continued working in food service. She moved back to the Sandridge Community in 1975 and continued working in food service for many years including the Jackson County School System. She later worked at Sunland caring for the residents and retired from the State of Florida on March 1, 1993. After her retirement and because of declining health, she moved to Doerun, GA with her daughter and son in law, Evelyn and Darrell Bishop. Clara has lived with them for the past eleven years before moving to Cobblestone. 

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Jean Lee; son, Larry Eugene Maddox; parents, Elijah (Judge) and Sally Tyus; brothers, John Henry Tyus, Jeff Tyus, and Alfred Tyus; sisters, Lula Applewhite, Martha Harrison, Mary Edenfield, and Vivian Bell.

Survivors include her brothers, Thomas Tyus (Elaine), Phillip Tyus, Harold Tyus (Barbara) and George Tyus; daughters, Virginia L. Roberts and husband, Arlie J. Roberts Jr., Evelyn L. Bishop and husband, Darrell; grandsons, Freddy Bishop, Jr (Heather), Robert Bishop (Laurie Beth); granddaughters, Holley Butler (Don), Keri Johnson (Byron), Melanie Constantino (Jason); great grandchildren, Briggs, Brandon, Jake, Tucker, Brayden, Noah, Caleb, Emily and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Monday, January 2, 2017 at11 a.m. at Emmanuel Holiness Church  with Rev. Eva Howell officiating. Interment will follow in Emmanuel Holiness Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.  Viewing will be one hour prior to the service. 

Expressions of sympathy may be made online at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Evelyn Poole Williams went to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, December 31, 2016 at her residence in Dellwood. Mrs. Williams was 96. She was a native and lifelong resident of the Dellwood-Cypress area.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Coley Williams and her daughter, Myrene; parents, John Council and Flossie Green Poole; step mother, Eror Gray Poole; brothers, Cohen, Julius and David Poole; brothers-in-law, Lambert Goodson, Jack Connell and Alfred Allen;  sisters-in-law, Yvonne Proctor Poole Frances Yon Poole;  son-in-law, David Whiddon.

She is survived by her children, Rethell Burch (James), Russell Williams (Frances), Bernell Williams (Jenell), Maxwell Williams (Pam), Marilyn Hatcher (Gene) and Beverly Whiddon; fourteen grandchildren, Darlene Burch, Davina Frederick, Dana Reiding, Neal, Maria, Jeremy, Jonathan, Jeffrey, Ashley Williams, Stephanie Summerlin,  Deanna Newcomb, Corey Hatcher, Jason and Noah Whiddon;  22 great-grandchildren; brothers, Brannon and R.C. Poole; sisters, Helen Allen,  Lillie Goodson and Elizabeth Connell;  sisters-in-law, Etta Poole, Lomell Poole and Tessie Poole,  Johnnie Williams and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, 2 p.m., January 4, 2017 at Cypress Grove Assembly of God Church with Pastor Wayne Fussell and Shane Mercer officiating. Interment will follow in New Hope Free Will Baptist Cemetery, 3943 Sweet Pond Rd. Greenwood, FL 32443 with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing. 

Family will receive friends Tuesday January 2, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Cypress Grove Assembly of God in Dellwood. Flowers accepted or those wishing may make memorials to Cypress Grove Assembly of God Church or Emerald Coast Hospice

 Reverend Jewell “J.J.” Kittrell age 87 of Marianna passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was born on June 8, 1929 to the late Henry C. Kittrell and Dovie Yon Kittrell in Cottondale. Rev. Kittrell enjoyed fishing and quail hunting. He retired from pastoring after 50 plus years in the ministry.

Rev. Kittrell was preceded in death by his parents; wife Faye Drummond Kittrell; son Jeffery Kittrell; brother James Jim Kittrell and sister Ann Clevenger. He is survived by his son Gene Kittrell (Patty) and daughter Sherlyn Roughen (Patrick); sister Betty Barnes; grandchildren Melinda Campbell (Mike), Heather Stewart, Angie Burks (Rob) and B.J. Walters. He is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren and many other family members.

 A private graveside service will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2016 in the Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church Cemetery in Cottondale. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2016 in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Marianna Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online at www.mariannachapelfh.com.

Coach James W. Pelham born January 22, 1942 passed away on January 1, 2017.  James touched many in his life. 

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, coach and mentor.  James taught history and began coaching in 1965 at Havana High School and moved to Quincy Shanks High School in 1970.  He had many accomplishments as a coach; he was inducted into the Coaches Hall of Fame on March 17, 1991.  He loved coaching and had a genuine, kind, loving soul.  He was also a committed deacon at Caverns Road Church of Christ. 

James is survived by his wife, Gail Beasley Pelham; two sons, Wade Weeks (Jennifer) of Tallahassee, Florida and West Weeks of Marianna, Florida; a brother Jack Pelham (Pat) of Tallahassee, Florida; four grandchildren, Conner, Caden, Claire and David; a nephew, Travis Pelham (Kimberly); a niece Scotti Vaughan (Jeremy); a great niece Rhyan Kimberly Pelham and two great nephews Jaxon Pelham and Jerrett Vaughan.

Services are as follows: Visitation Tuesday, January 3, 2017 from 5-7 P.M. CST at Lanier-Andler Funeral Home and Funeral Services Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at 1:00 PM CST at Caverns Road Church of Christ in Marianna, Florida.  Interment will be at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Chattahoochee, Florida.

Lanier-Andler Funeral Home of Sneads, Florida is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Luke Edward Walker Jr age 28 of Chipley, FL and formerly of Graceville, FL passed away Tuesday December 27th 2016. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday January 7th 2017 at the Mckinnie Funeral Home Chapel with Elder James M. Bighem and Elder Carolyn Morgan officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paul Cemetery, Campellton, FL with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton FL directing. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7pm Friday January 6th 2017 at the Mckinnie Funeral Home Chapel.

Luke Edward Walker, Jr. was born in Jackson Hospital on November 12, 1988 to Tanya and Luke Walker.  He grew up in Graceville, FL and attended Graceville High School.  From an early age he was extremely active sports and received numerous awards and trophies while playing pee wee and middle school football. He played many positions, but excelled at running back.  

He was a hard worker and while employed at the Rehabilitation Center in Chipley, received compliments on his work ethics.  He has also worked in construction and a number of little side jobs.

He moved to Chipley and on August 29, 2012 married the love of his life (high school sweetheart) Precious Lashae’ Sherrod.  He was a loving husband so affectionate and never missed a day to tell me he loved me! To this union two children (Nioaki Walker and Luke Walker III) were born. He was a very loving and caring father, but most importantly he was present in their lives.

He was preceded in death by His Grandfather: Luke Walker, Jr.; His Nephews: Ja’Khadyn and Ja’Mir Giles.

He leaves to treasure his memories, His Loving Wife: Precious Lashae’ Walker; His Children: Lucas Walker, Nioaki Walker and Luke Walker, III; His Mother: Tanya Watford; His Father: Luke Walker, Sr.; His Brothers: Cortney and James Giles; His Stepsister: Rakia Watford and a host of other relatives and friends.

Georgia Ann Cohee of Ft. White, Florida, beloved mother, sister, aunt, niece, friend, and devoted Chicago Cubs fan passed away in Gainesville, Florida on the evening of December 19, 2016. Georgia was predeceased by her husband Edward “Ted” Jr., son Edward “Teddy” III, and daughter Melissa. She is survived by her son, James Cohee; brother, Terry Newth; sisters; Susan Stanfield, Mary Schmidt, and Kristi Newth; nephews: Greg Newth and Christopher Schmidt; nieces: Amy Wilson and Andrea Newth; and her treasured Chihuahuas: Carlos, BooBoo, and Beanie. Born in Milwaukee, WI on August 8, 1942, Georgia and her family moved from Wisconsin to south Florida, where she met Ted, her future husband, settling in Hollywood, FL where they started a family. The Cohee family moved to Cottondale, FL in 1989 where Georgia eventually became the owner of the popular Cohee’s Café (formerly Nic Nac Nook) in Marianna, FL.  Georgia was a very adventurous person; she was not content to sit at home when there were places to see. She worked hard and loved living an exciting life, wanting to see the world and all that it had to offer. She lived on a boat with her family, she sailed throughout the Caribbean, she was a pilot, she owned an insurance company and four restaurants, she lived in a foreign country, and she was an avid RVer. She loved playing paintball, owned horses, and was an avid rider. She traveled all over the world, she was able to see the Chicago Cubs win their first World Series in 108 after being a fan for 30 some 30 years; she was also a NFL owner as a shareholder for the Green bay Packers. Georgia was an amazing mother and friend and will be dearly missed. The family is grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this tough time. 

A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family in Ft.  White, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Samuel Railey Efurd Scholarship in Georgia’s name, C/O Chipola College Foundation, 3094 Indian Circle, Marianna, FL 32446.

Mr. Howard “Chuck” O. Goodson, 70, a lifelong resident of this area passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2017 peacefully at home.  Howard was a U.S. Air Force Veteran.  Howard was a member of the Shady Grove Pentecostal Holiness Church.  Howard loved hunting and fishing, but particularly enjoyed traveling.  Howard especially loved spending time with his precious grandchildren.

Howard is survived by his loving and faithful wife of 48 years, Hilda Goodson of Grand Ridge, FL; one daughter, Heidi Goodson Alexander and husband George of Sneads, FL; one son, Howie Goodson, II and his wife Allison of Marianna, FL; two brothers, Robert “Bobby” Milton Goodson II and wife Alice of Elmore, AL and Allen Goodson and wife Shirley of Sneads, FL; four grandchildren, Lee Gates, Caleb Alexander, Meg Alexander, and Cooper Alexander; two great-grandchildren, Noah and Jack Gates as well as many nieces and nephews that he cherished as well.

Memorial Services will be held at Lanier-Andler Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 10:00AM CST.  American Legion Post 241 will perform full Military Honors following Chapel Services.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be sent to the Sneads High School Foundation at 7839 Howell Road Sneads, Florida  32460

Lanier-Andler Funeral Home of Sneads is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth Jones, 62, of Bascom died Friday, December 30, 2016 at his residence. 

Born in Cairo, GA, he resided in the Panhandle of Florida for most of his life. He was a veteran of the US Coast Guard and Marine Corp Reserves. He worked for the US Postal Service prior to studying Law Enforcement. He then became a Deputy with the Bay County Sheriff’s Office for many years. Kenneth proudly wore the uniform as a Patrol Officer, Motorcycle Officer and as a K-9 Handler. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Martin and stepmother, Marlene Jones. 

Survivors include two children; a daughter, Shannon Tolley of Grand Ridge; son, Shane Jones of
 Marianna; three grandchildren, Lane, Emma and Ethan Tolley; father, Howard Jones of Tallahassee; sisters, brothers and their spouses. Survivors also include many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins along with a host of beloved friends. 

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2017 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel with Reverend Fred Cook officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to any entity that benefits law enforcement or veterans. 

Expressions of sympathy may be made on line at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com/obituaries

Ronald Fran Vila, 85, of Marianna died Friday, January 6, 2017, at his residence.

Ronald was born November 5, 1931 in Chicago, IL to the late Joseph and Leona Dorman Vila. He was self-employed as a land lord for his rental properties.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Michael Vila.

Survivors include his sons, Keith Zajac of Marianna and Ron Vila of Minnesota; six grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Funeral Services will be 11 A.M. Thursday January 12, 2017 at Maddox Chapel. Interment will be in Tallahassee National Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

Expressions of sympathy may be made on line at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com/obituaries

Gregory P. Mott, 61, of Greenwood, FL passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 6, 2017 while at work.

Greg was born on June 15, 1955 in Orange, Texas to parents Andrew G. Mott and Lillie M. Watson. Greg was of Christian faith and had been a resident of the area off and on since 1993, coming from Niceville, Fl. His heart was into fishing, and was known by many as “Mr. Mullet”.

​Greg left Texas as a young teenager arriving in Niceville, FL on a snapper boat. He worked as a commercial fisherman over 15 years. Greg got married on December 23, 1986 to Penelope C. Reed. They had one daughter, Kellie A. Mott. Greg began working in the oil field. He worked his way from and able bodied deckhand to a Captain. As a Captain, he traveled the world for various oil field companies. He worked in the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, and navigated ships to Trinidad & Tobago, South America as well as Nigeria, Africa. He continued working as a Captain for 20 years. He then began to sell seafood locally, and worked a short time as a farm hand.

Greg’s last years were spent playing with his two young grandchildren Roy and Riley.  He adored them tremendously and was a wonderful Papaw.

Greg is preceded in death by his father, Andrew G. Mott, brother, Michael F. Mott and step-father Ray T. Watson.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Penelope R. Mott; daughter, Kellie A. Mott; grandchildren, Roy R. Mott, and Riley C. Mott of Greenwood, FL. His mother, Lillie M. Watson, of Niceville, FL. Brothers, Drew Mott of Greenwood, FL; Max Mott and wife Linda of Fort Walton Beach, FL; Philip Mott of New Braunfels, TX; Randy Fidler and wife Pat of Niceville, FL. His sister Peggy Antosh of Niceville, FL. Aunts, Joyce Mendoza, and Mary Hartman of Texas. Greg had many cousins, nephews, and nieces.

A memorial service for Greg will be, Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at the Bascom Assembly of God Church, located at 5516 Hummingbird Rd. Bascom, FL with Pastor Jeff Ward officiating James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing. A celebration of life will follow at the home of Drew Mott.

Edward Nicholas Granberry, age 16 of Wausau, FL passed from this life on Friday, January 6, 2017 along with his mother Genene Hicks.  Nicholas was born on September 2, 2000 in Fort Walton Beach, FL to Edward Granberry and the late Genene (Hutchins) Hicks.

Nicholas was a student of Chipley High School Graduating Class of 2019 and a member of the Chipley High Choir.

Along with his mother Nicholas is preceded in death by grandfather, Wendell Granberry and great grandmother Willie Mae Park.

Survivors include his father, Edward Granberry of Graceville, FL, two brothers, Nathaniel Granberry of Wausau, FL, Tristan Hicks of Donaldsonville, GA, one sister, Lilly Adkins of Orlando, FL, grandfather, Ronnie Hutchins of Chipley, FL, grandmother, Janice Park of Wausau, FL, grandmother, Virginia Granberry of Graceville, FL, great grandfather, Charles Park of Wausau, FL and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.

Family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00-7:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Grace and Glory Church of Chipley, FL.  Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 13, 2017 at Poplar Spring Baptist Church with Reverend John Howell officiating.  A Memorial Service in honor of Nicholas’s mother, Genene Hicks, will also be held along with the Funeral with Reverend James Barwick officiating.  Interment for Nicholas Granberry will follow at the Poplar Springs Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing.

Flowers are being accepted or donations can be made in honor of Nicholas and Genene to the family.

Family and friends may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net 

Elaine Noblin, 93, of Malone died Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Jackson Hospital. 

She loved her Lord, Church and family. Her specialty was her thin layered chocolate cake. 

Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Grady and Rose Lee Adams; husband, Curtis Wesley Noblin; son, James Wesley Noblin; brothers, Otis Adams, Addis Adams, Morris Adams, Sidney Adams, Charles Adams; sister, Myrtle Adams Jones; grandson, Tommy Tavares and a special nephew, Grady Lee Adams.

Survivors include daughters, Dorothy Ducker, Sandra Sughrue and husband, Dennis; Daughter in-law, Kathy Noblin; son, Rex Noblin; a special niece, Dorothy Nell Peacock; 11 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 19 great great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Antioch Assembly of God Church in Grangerburg, AL, with Rev. Steve Peacock officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing. The family will receive friends from 5-7p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Maddox Chapel.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at James & Sikes Funeral Homes • Maddox Chapel

Nancy Lichtfuss, 66, of Marianna died peacefully Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Chipola Health and Rehabilitation Center after a long battle with cancer.

She is survived by her husband, Mike Litchfuss; daughters, Kristi Wilkes and Kelly Lichtfuss; granddaughters, Kennedy and Khloe Wilkes.

All services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Marianna Branch of Covenant Hospice in her memory.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Mr. William E. Norton, 82, of Marianna died Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Jackson Hospital. 

Arrangements will be announced later by James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

Ann Jarvis Hinson died the evening of Jan. 10 in Marianna after a brief bout with leukemia and heart complications. She was 87.

Hinson was born in Polk County, Fla., and grew up in Bartow during the Great Depression. She lost her parents at a young age and during the CB radio craze of the ‘70s her handle was Little Orphan Annie.In 1947, Hinson met her future husband, Richard L. “Dick” Hinson, at the Alpha Delta Pi house on the Florida State University campus. For their first date, they attended a Florida State football game.

After their marriage in 1948 and a honeymoon at Wakulla Springs Lodge, the young newlyweds moved to Marianna, where they raised four rambunctious sons on a farm along the Chipola River. The property is now home to the public Hinson Conservation and Recreation Area. In 1962, she played a large role with her husband in creating the independent Hinson Insurance Agency, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2012. Hinson was a canoeist, a fine swimmer and fan of wildlife, particularly birds. She loved movies, especially ones starring Richard Gere. An avid traveler, she visited many countries including Spain, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, Scotland, England and Japan. Even though she was a polite Southern lady, Hinson had a dark wit and a sardonic sense of humor. She also knew how to throw a swell party.

She is survived by her four sons – Richard (and Mary), Robert (and Toni), Randall (and Debra), all of Marianna, and Mark (and Amy) of Tallahassee. Hinson was a doting grandmother to her four grandchildren – Melissa, Rob, Michael and Amy – and had six great grandchildren. Her brother, Robert Hendrick, makes his home in Winter Haven.

A memorial is planned for 10 a.m. (CST) Saturday, Jan. 14, at the First United Methodist Church’s Wesley Center in Marianna. A reception will follow the service.  The family requests that donations be made to the Chipola College Foundation or The Jackson County Public Library or the First United Methodist Church.

Marianna Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online at www.mariannachapelfh.com.

Michelle Lee Bushman passed away and went to be with  the Lord on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 after a brief illness. She was born on May 4, 1974 in Dothan, AL.

She is survived by her husband Patrick Bushman; father and mother Liem and David Williams; one brother Jason Williams; mother-in-law and father-in-law Sandy Bushman and Billy Bushman; brother-in-law Billy W. Bushman; one son Martin Blaine Vickers and a grandson Malachi. Michelle is also survived by sisters, Huong Duong and husband Tom, Trinh Huynh; nieces Alexus and Kali Williams, Jennifer Huynh, Tuyen Pham, Tina Pham; nephews, Stefan Duong, Chris Duong, Vu Huynh, Phong Huynh, and Peter Huynh; aunt Lisa Carroll and husband Lenard; uncles Mike Williams and wife Patsy, and Stephen Williams and numerous other relatives and friends.  

Funeral services for Michelle will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the Graceville First United Methodist Church with Reverend Sean Rezek officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 16, 2017 in the Williams Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online www.williamsfhs.com.

Williams Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy C. Land, 82, died Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. 

She was born August 16, 1934 in Donalsonville, GA to the late Hershel and Annie Baxter Land. Dorothy was a homemaker and a caregiver for many years. She was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Greenwood and she attended Collins Chapel Baptist Church in Malone. She was faithful to her church and to the community with the Second Harvest Food Distribution, she also served as a member and president of the Malone Joy Club.

Dorothy is survived by her brothers, Harold Eugene Land of Atlanta, GA, Mervin Land of Greenwood, Lewis Elmore of Winter Haven, FL, and Terry Dean Elmore of Live Oak, FL; sister, Hazel Elmore Wimberly of Winter Haven; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Collins Chapel Baptist Church in Malone with Revs. Deon Johnson and Ken Beard officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing. The family will receive friends one hour prior to funeral services at the church.

Expressions of sympathy may be made online at Jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com