Patricia Beard Berry, 91, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2017 at her Sandy Springs, GA home. Born in Valdosta, GA on May 13, 1926 to James Leslie Beard and Dorothy Marie Dekle (of Marianna), Patricia was a graduate of Marianna High School (1944), and married her childhood sweetheart, Richard Parks Berry (of Marianna), in New York City on the day of his graduation from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in June 1948. During a marriage of nearly 66 years, and as the proud wife of a military officer, the mother of six children, and always the “standard bearer” for a family that loved her, Patricia relocated the family 17 times, finally settling into the home she selected in Sandy Springs in September of 1973. Despite the many moves, her family never lost the comfort of home, because home was wherever she was. Throughout her life, she produced great works of art through her many hobbies, which included rug hooking, ceramics, and gardening. But she was most proud of the children she nurtured and gently inspired to follow their own very different paths, and the special and unique connections she had with each one. Patricia and Richard were past members of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Marianna. 

Patricia is survived by her six children, Ann Berry Ward of Atlanta, GA, Leslie Berry Elliott (and Bruce) of Jasper, GA, Richard Berry Jr. of San Jose, CA, Bill Berry (and Sue) of Milton, GA, Louise Berry Sargent (and Renford) of Newmarket, England, and Neel Berry (and Patricia) of Dallas, GA. Her life continues to inspire eight grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. 

Visitation with the family will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 12 at the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home, 3960 Lafayette Street in Marianna, and a graveside service for friends and relatives will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Marianna at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Episcopal Relief and Development, an organization committed to fighting poverty and disease around the world, 815 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10017, or online at www.episcopalrelief.org.

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

James Eddie Lee, 76, of Cottondale, FL passed away on September 9, 2017.

James was born in Marianna, FL on October 17, 1940 to Frank and Nellie Lee. 

He graduated from Marianna High School in 1958 and was active in the Future Farmers of America.  He was a life-long resident of Jackson County, FL.  He was co-owner of Hickory Hollow in Cottondale and was the sole proprietor of Lee Trucking.  He was a member of Friendship Assembly of God Church in Cottondale.

He is preceded in death by: Father - Eddie Frank Lee, Mother - Nellie Sewell Lee; Wife - Jeanette Parmer Lee, Sister - Ouida Lee McCauley; Brother - Larry David Lee

He is survived by: Daughter - Sarieta Lee Wells, Son – James “Wally” Lee and his wife Kelly Denise Lee, Granddaughters - Amber Nicole Delk, Aleesya A.K. Lee, and Kaitlyn E Le, four great grandchildren, Brother-in-Law - Clifton McCauley, and Sister-in-Law - Teresa Lemire,

Mr Lee’s family will receive friends for visitation at Marianna Chapel Funeral Home on Friday, September 15th, at 7pm.  Funeral Services will be Saturday, September 16th, at 2pm at Marianna Chapel, followed by burial at New Home Baptist Church cemetery.

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

LaRhonda Walters Glenn age 63 of Marianna passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017. She was born in Marianna on September 23, 1953 to the late Charles M. Walters and Doris Walters. LaRhonda was a member of the St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Marianna where she taught Sunday School for many years and was heavily involved with the Church’s activities. Granddaughter, Jadyn Glenn was the center of LaRhonda’s life.

LaRhonda was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving husband of thirty-five years, Steve Glenn; sons Justin and Jess Glenn; granddaughter, Jadyn Glenn; brothers, Al Trull of Gordan, AL, and Charlie Walters of Ball Ground, GA. LaRhonda is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Luke’s Episcopal Church with Rev. David Green officiating. Entombment will follow in the church cemetery.  A reception will be held in the Parish Hall following the services.

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

Edward Everett Pelfrey, 70 of Graceville, passed away, Monday, September 11, 2017 at his residence.

 Ed was born November 8, 1946 to the late W.C. and Meta Pelfrey. He worked as a heavy machine operator several years and was a master welder by trade. Ed enjoyed fly fishing and helping his friends in any way he could.

 Service of Remembrance will be 7 p.m., Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at the Chapel of James & Lipford Funeral Home with Rev. Chester Padgett officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, 6 p.m. until time of service.

 Burial will be 11 a.m., Thursday, September 14, 2017 at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Headland, AL.

 Preceded in death by his parents and one sister Cleo Sherron Gregory

 Survived by his beloved pet Roscoe and a host of friends.

 Expression of sympathy can be made at www.jamesandlipford.com

Mr. Frank Barnes, affectionately known as “Ram,” of Marianna, FL transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Friday, September 8, 2017 at Marianna Health & Rehab Center.

He was a member of the Mount Tabor Missionary Baptist Church and a retiree of the Jackson County School Board.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at Mount Tabor Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. David Cobb, Rev. Leroy Hall, Rev. Travis Ephriam and Rev. Dwight Cockerham, Pastor Officiating.

Interment will be in the church cemetery. 

Vann Funeral Home will be in charge of the service

Mr. Barnes will lie in repose at the church from 10:00 A.M. until time for the service.

The viewing will be held Friday, September 15, 2017 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Vann Funeral Home Chapel.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories, a loving and devoted family: 

His loving and devoted wife: Alice Shack Barnes of Marianna, FL

Stepson: Frazier Shack (Pamela) of Marianna, FL

Sister-in-Law: Bobbie Barnes of Marianna, FL

A Granddaughter and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many dear friends

Little Miss Faith Linda Varnum, infant daughter of Alexandrea Smith and Dillion Varnum of Blountstown, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 in the Jackson Hospital in Marianna, FL.

 Memorial service will be held Sunday, September 17, 2017 in Blountstown, FL under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.

Mrs. Harriette Williams age 90, of Campbellton, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Signature Healthcare at the Courtyard in Marianna, Florida.

Mrs. Harriette Louisa Williams “Lil Sister”,  was born on Tuesday, February 1, 1927 to Waymon Sr., and Georgia Daniels Williams.

 She was a native of Jackson County, Florida and a member of Friendship Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Campbellton, Florida.

 Mrs. Williams showed great love for everyone as was evident in her daily witnessing for the Lord as she visited other residents in the center.  She didn’t let her disability slow her down from ministering to others. 

 Mrs. Williams leaves to cherish her memories two sisters: Lear V. Wilson and Georgia M. Lockridge both of Campbellton, Florida; one brother, Hill Andrew Williams of Bonifay, Florida; a nephew and niece that she raised as her own;  Otis Williams, his son (OJ) and Mandia McKay, her daughter (Marjorie); a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at Friendship CME Church on Avery Road in Campbellton, Florida with Reverend Barbara Campbell officiating.

 She will be laid to rest in the St. Paul/New Bethel Cemetery in Campbellton, Florida under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.

Although we are saddened by her passing, we rejoice in knowing that she in a land “where she’ll never grow old.” Farewell, Mrs. Williams. You were tired and needed your rest. You were called forth by God, and your soul was truly blessed. We will not weep and mourn because we don’t see you on this side anymore. We know that you’ll be waiting to meet us on the other shore.

Mr. Mathis Brown of Ebro, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on September 5, 2017 in the Bay Medical Center of Panama City, Florida.  He was 71 years old. 

Mathis was born on October 5, 1945 to the late Alexander Brown, Sr., and the late Madie Andrews. Being of the Christian Faith he was a part of the Holiness denomination and was a member of the True Holiness Church International of Ebro, Florida.  He worked in the construction field and was a friendly, kind and giving person. 

He leaves to cherish his memories seven (7) brothers:  Bishop Edward (Lottie) Mike, Sr., Alfred (Gloria Mae) Peterson, Eddie (Debra) Brown, Alexander (Betty) Brown, Jr., Willie (Cathy) Brown, John (Erica) Brown, and Timothy (Alice) Brown; seven (7) sisters: Maevesta Fletcher, Myra Britt, Susie (Willie Lee) Potter, Gloria D. (Rev. Richard) Peterson, Brenda (Thomas) Peterson, Debra (Elder Don) Conner, and Connie Hawes; brother-in-law: Eddie Moultry; along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

A Celebration of Mathis’ Life will be held 11 A.M. CST, Saturday, September 16, 2017 from the sanctuary of the True Holiness Church International of Ebro, Florida with Pastor Louis D. Brown, Bishop Edward Mike, Sr., Jr. Bishop Willie Potter, Sr., Minister Eli Andrews, and Elder Don Conner, officiating. Committal Services will follow in the St. Luke Memorial Gardens of Vernon, Florida with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida, directing. 

Viewing will be from 12-9 P.M. CST, Friday, September 15, 2017 in the Cooper Funeral Home Chapel of Chipley, Florida.   Mr. Brown will lie in repose at the church 1hr prior to services at the church on Saturday.  Friends may sign the guestbook online at www.cooperfhchipley.com.

Joyce Yvonne Bilbo Lee, 82, of Graceville, FL went to be with the Lord on September 13, 2017. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September, 16 at the Chapel of the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville with Rev. Tom Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Marvin Chapel Cemetery with James & Lipford Funeral Home of Graceville directing. Family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dr. J. W. and Joyce Lee Scholarship Fund at the Baptist College of Florida, 5400 College Drive, Graceville, FL 32440.

Mrs. Lee was born on October 5, 1934 in Bogalusa, LA. After her marriage, she began attending Louisiana College, but soon her growing family took precedence over school. One accomplishment during this period was the establishment of a Kindergarten at First Baptist Church in Jennings, LA. Last year, that program celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Once the children were older, Mrs. Lee graduated from Troy State University with a degree in education. She taught in Florida elementary schools for 25 years.

Mrs. Lee ministered along with her husband, J.W. Lee, in numerous area churches and at the Baptist College of Florida. She continued to bless and serve others after he passed 12 years ago. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Graceville.

She is survived by her three children, Jerolyn Barnhart (Tom), Jody Lee, and Jerry Lee (Peggi); five beloved grandchildren, Robert Barnhart, Lindsay Barnhart, Rebecca Barnhart, Jarrod Lee, and Jonnie Katherine Lee; and one great-grandchild, Ava Waller.

Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.jamesandlipford.com

Reverend Larry LaDon Broome, 63, of Grand Ridge, Florida safely made the crossing from this life to enter eternal rest Saturday morning, September 16, 2017, at the Covenant Care Unit of Bay Medical Center in Panama City, Florida. Surrounded by his loving wife and family, he was gently received into the presence of our Heavenly Father after fighting a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Reverend Larry was born November 29, 1953 in Marianna, Florida to the late Daniel Hubert and Nora Mae Pettis Broome. He was a devoted husband and father who loved his family deeply and cherished every moment spent with them, especially those “little ones.” He had a heart and deep love for children. He was a called servant of God from an early age, devoting his life to the ministry of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and pastoring several churches in the Florida panhandle and southern Alabama. During his ministry, he held credentials with both the Assemblies of God and Pentecostal Holiness denominations. While pastoring in Gulf County, he also served as Executive Director of the Gulf County Senior Citizen’s Center, strongly advocating for the elderly.

Until his health began to decline, Larry loved riding his motorcycle, fishing with his brothers, and ministering and caring for his church members. He had a heart for the ministry of God and proved it in his dedication and loving outreach to community, friends, and family.

In addition to his parents, Larry is preceded in death by his first wife, Paula Smith Broome.

He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Marilyn Broome; three daughters, Michelle Neel of Grand Ridge, Brandy Davis and Kristen Gilley of Tallahassee; four grandkids, Kayla Neel and Tyler Neel of Grand Ridge, Zac Davis and Sarea Davis of Tallahassee; three great-grandkids, Dixie Davidson, Tucker Davidson, and Adalynn Neel, all of Grand Ridge; his caring and loving mother-in-law, Laverne Powell, a.k.a. “Granny,” of Grand Ridge; five brothers, Wayne Broome (Dianne) of Fountain, Rev. John Broome (Betty) of Marianna, Arnold Broome (Barbara) of Charleston, SC, Elwin Broome (Jean) of Marianna, and Rev. Terry Broome (Betty) of Marianna; 2 special sisters-in-law, Sandra Simmons of Crawfordville and Jean Johnson (Roland) of Ashford, AL.

The funeral service will be at 2:00 PM Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at Cypress Community Church with the Rev. Rolan Bamberg officiating. Interment will be at Welcome Assembly of God Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.  Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to the funeral service.

The family would like to express their appreciation to Covenant Care Hospice for the loving and compassionate care received during their loved one’s illness. Contributions to Covenant Care Hospice are greatly appreciated.

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

Senior Airman Terrance W. Curry age 41 of Crestview, Florida (formerly of Graceville, FL) passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Select Specialty Hospital in Pensacola, Florida with his loving family by his side.  

Funeral service was held at 11a.m. Saturday, September 16th 2017 at the Second West Missionary Baptist Association Church located 4110 Herring Avenue in Marianna, FL, with Pastor Darrell Coleman, Reverend Richard Peterson, Sr. and Elder James Michael Bighem officiating.  Interment follow in Holyneck – St. Phillip Cemetery located at 3395 Cemetery Lane in Campbellton, FL with Honors provided by Eglin’s Air Force Base Fire Department with McKinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton directing.   

Terrance Wesley Curry served as an angel in our midst for 41 years before he was called to serve as an angel in heaven on 10 Sep 2017. His journey to eternal rest made the world a little dimmer but made heaven shine brighter.

Terrance touched the hearts of many with his infectious smile and big heart. He was known by many names. Childhood friends knew him as Boo. Military friends knew him as Curry. Most notably, family and friends knew him as Champ for his courageous fight against cancer. He never complained and never gave up. A Champion he was and Champion he will always be.

Terrance was an amazing husband of 19 years to Jamie Green Curry, whom he met in middle school (Graceville, FL). He enjoyed motorcycle riding, playing video games and playing basketball. Terrance played college football at Middle Georgia Junior College (Cochran, GA) before serving as a Firefighter for 20 years for the United States Government (United States Air Force and Department of Defense).

Terrance is preceded in death by his grandparents, the late Sherman and Jessie Mae Curry (Graceville, FL). 

He is survived by his wife, Jamie (Crestview, FL); Parents, John and Hilda McClendon (Graceville, Florida); Mother-In-Law, Virginia and the late James Green (Graceville, FL); Bonus Parents, Gary Sr. and Cheryl Tucker, Joseph Jr. and Carrie Tousant (Humble, TX); Brothers, Robert Daniels, Jr. (Ocala, FL), Johnathan (Thalia) McClendon (Tallahassee, FL); Sisters, Toni (Reginald) White (Campbellton, FL); Anita Curry, Jacquese Daffin, Asia McClendon (Graceville, FL); Nephews, Marquis White (Campbellton, FL), Avontae Bowden, Gjahiem McKinnie, Ashton Bowden (Graceville, FL); Malachi McClendon (Tallahassee, FL); Niece, Aniya Bowden (Graceville, FL); Special Aunts, Josephine Curry (Noma, FL), Frankie Curry (Chipley, FL); Melody (Odysseus) Jackson (Humble, TX); Special Uncles, Henry Blandenburg (Cottonwood, AL ) Robert (Maggie) Mount (Rockwall, TX); and, a host of uncles  aunts, other relatives and friends. 

Don Edward Parmele, TSGT USAF, 81, of Lanark Village, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2017 in Tallahassee Memorial Regional Hospital.

Don was born in Clearwater, Kansas on September 22, 1935.  Don was married to Joyce Lee Edgar of Defuniak Springs, Florida on August 17, 1966. They were married 51 years.

He entered the United States Air Force in 1953. There he served 20 years as an electronic technician on various bombers including the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress.  He was a member of The Strategic Air Command, Tactical Air Command, and a Korean War and Vietnam veteran.  He retired from the Air Force in 1973.  In the late seventies, he worked for RCA tracking target frones for Tyndall Air Force Base fighter training and competitions. Don was a real estate broker for a time, TV repairman, restaurateur, and the local postmaster for Lanark Village for a few years. He was a past Post Commander for The American Legion, Post 82 in Lanark Village.  Don enjoyed a fantastic sense of humor, electronics, cooking for his family, painting, and was very skilled at woodworking in both artistic scroll pieces as well as useful household items.

Don is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Ila Peters Parmele, brother Jesse, sisters Marilyn, Charlene, and Pat and great granddaughter, Katrina.

Don is survived by his wife Joyce Parmele, daughters Ila J. Parmele, Lorann E. Parmele, and Donna M. Parmele. Sons Paul E Parmele, Bruce L. Parmele, Christopher D. Parmele, Charles E. Parmele, Don Parmele, and sister Nancy Parmele. Don has thirteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

There will be a private celebration of Don’s life in the near future. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.

Memorialization by cremation with McKinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton in charge ofarrangements. 

Carolyn Lucille Wimberly age 72 of Marianna passed away on Friday, September 15, 2017. She was born on March 3, 1945 to the late Olin and Olga Wimberly. Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Jackson County and a member of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Alliance. She loved her Lord and Savior.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Phillip Anderson Jr. She is survived by her children, Timothy Anderson (Mary) and Terri Mattson; grandchildren, Adam Mattson, Brandon Mickel, Erica Anderson, Nikki Anderson, Gabriel Anderson, Matthew Wiggins and Savannah Anderson; great-grandchild, Liam Mickel, and cousin Ann Jackson.

Memorialization will be by cremation.

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

Nolan Ivey Daniels, 80, of Marianna died Sunday, September 17, 2017 in Sneads, FL.

Nolan was born October 4, 1936 in Marianna, FL. Before his retirement, he was employed as an Engineer with the Florida Department of Transportation for 37 years. He worked hard and enjoyed his job.  He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivey & Lena Daniels; wife, Wandis Daniels; son, Eddie Daniels; step-son, Ricky Hagans; sister, Wandis Scott.

He is survived by his dearest friend, Lois Barrentine; son, Larry Daniels (Denise) of Marianna; one daughter, Rhonda Weeks (George Pate) of Molino, FL; three brothers, Norris Daniels of Port St. Joe, Virgil Daniels of Blountstown, and Terry Daniels of Marianna; four grandchildren, Tanya Clunan, Kyle Daniels, Sheena Turner, and Aaron Daniels; 6 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel with Rev. Ellis Vickery officiating. Interment will follow in Lipford Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.  

The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 19, 2017 from 5-7 p.m. at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

Condolences may be made online at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Mrs. Marianne White Barner of Acworth, Georgia, formerly of the Springfield Community of Marianna, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Thursday, September 14, 2017 in Marietta, Georgia.

Mrs. Barner was a 1965 graduate of Saint Paul High School. 

Homegoing Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 1:00 PM from the sanctuary of the Springfield African Methodist Episcopal Church where the Reverend Hollis McClendon is pastor. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Vann Funeral Home in charge.

Mrs. Barner will lie in state at the church from 12:00 Noon until time for the service.

A viewing will held on Friday, September 22, 2017 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Vann Funeral Home.

She leaves to cherish her precious memories, a loving and devoted family:

One Daughter: Phoebe Rucker (Thomas) of Marietta, Georgia

One Grandson: Ethan Rucker of Marietta, Georgia

One Granddaughter: Amelia Rucker of Marietta, Georgia

Three Sisters: Blondie Bellamy (William); and Gloria White (Robert) both of Cottondale, Florida; and Shirley White of Augusta, Georgia

Six Brothers: Cash White (Delois); and Dee White both of Atlantic City, New Jersey; Franklin White (Emily) of Marianna, Florida; Matthew James White, Jr. (Delorise) of Dayton, Ohio; Harlom White (Jennary) of Clarksville, Tennessee; and Donnie White (LaRhonda) of Los Angeles, California

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many sorrowing friends.

Mr. James Speights of Cottondale, Florida, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 18th at home with his family at his side.  He was 61 years old.

A native of Jackson County, he was of the Methodist faith and a member of the Henshaw Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church where he served as a Steward, Class Leader, Financial Secretary, Church Treasurer, and was a active member of the Combined Choir, Church School, Greeters People Ministry.  James was also a member of the NAACP, President of Sons of Allen and of The United Professionals.

James was a graduate of Cottondale High School, Chipola Junior College and received his BS from Florida State University.  He gained employment with the Department of Corrections in 1980 and moved up in ranks, recently retiring as the Assistant Warden of the Jefferson Correction Institution.

James leaves to cherish his memories with a loving and caring mother, Eula Dell Speights of Cottondale, Florida; four brothers, Robert, John, Fredrick and Wilmer Speights all of Cottondale, Florida; six sisters, Lynda Speights, Valinda Davis and husband Gerry, Demeka Hudson and husband Fashan and Sandrea Speights all of Cottondale, Florida, Emma Peterson of Vernon, Florida and Mary Early of Marianna, Florida; special friends, Derwin Hazelton of Marianna, Florida, Sylvia Williams of Tallahassee, Florida and Regina Pope of Cottondale, Florida; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. 

Viewing for James will be held at the Henshaw Chapel A.M.E. Church in Cottondale on Friday, September 22nd  from 5-7p.m.

A homegoing celebration will be held Saturday, September 23rd at 1p.m. at Second West Missionary Baptist Association Church with Rev. Lawrence Gantt, Rev. Lenny Marshall, Rev. Clay Long, Rev. Brenda Henderson, Rev. David Green and Minister Billy White officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethlehem A.M.E. Church Cemetery with arrangements entrusted to the Caring Staff at Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna. 

James will lie-in-repose at Second West on Saturday, from 11a.m. until 1p.m. funeral time.

Dennis Andra Brown, Sr., of Vernon, Florida went to be with the Lord on September 14, 2017.  He was 49 years old.  

Dennis was born on December 20, 1967 to Linda Joann Brown and Hazel Edwards in Washington County, Florida.  Being raised in a Christian home he accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was a member of the McQueen’s Temple First Born Church of Vernon, Florida.   He was educated in the public school system of Washington County, Florida and was employed with Stampede Construction. 

Affectionately known as “Pig”, he would enjoy fishing, and cooking for his family and friends throughout his community for different occasions. He was the life of any get together that the family had.

He leaves to cherish his memories his two children:  Dennis Andra Brown, Jr., and Zania Katherine Brown; mother & step-father:  Linda Joann and Clinton Davis;  father & step-mother:  Hazel and Pamela Edwards;  two brothers: Anthony Edwards and MSG (USAF) Christopher Edwards (Mena);  three step-brothers: Shawn Reed, Gwuan Reed, and Stacey Blackmon;  two nieces: Chandler and Hannah Edwards; nephew: Noah Edwards; mother of his children: Diane Clark; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.  

A Celebration of Dennis’ Life will be held 11 A.M CST, Saturday, September 23, 2017 from the sanctuary of the McQueen’s Temple First Born Church of Vernon, Florida with pastor, Jr. Bishop J.O. Brown, Rev. Willie E. Brown, Min. Wade Brown, Bro. Leonard Dean, and Dr. Louis D. Brown, officiating.  Committal Services will follow in the St. Luke Memorial Gardens of Vernon, Florida with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida, directing. 

Mr. Brown will lie in repose 1 hr. prior to services at the church on Saturday. Friends may sign the guestbook online at www.cooperfhchipley.com. 

Mrs. Colleen Baxley, 90 of Graceville passed away Monday, September 18, 2017.

Mrs. Colleen was born in Holmes County, Florida on August 29, 1927 to the late Johnny Lee Corbitt and Beatrice Rushing Corbitt. A graduate of Holmes County High School, she was a homemaker and a member of Damascus Baptist Church Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, September 25, 2017 at the Chapel of James & Lipford Funeral Home with Rev. Chester Padgett officiating. Burial will follow in Damascus Baptist Church Cemetery with James & Lipford Funeral Home in Graceville directing.

Family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday, 10 a.m. until time of service.

Predeceased by her beloved husband of 63 years Euel Baxley and one son Ken Baxley, four brothers Jim Corbitt, Leon Corbitt, Wendel Corbitt, S.A. “Red” Corbitt, two sisters Vertie Elmore, Mary Ellen Phillips.

Survived by son Steve Baxley(Brenda), two daughters Cheryl Hatfield (Bob), Ramona Housman (Don); three grandchildren Tanya Strickland, Stevie Baxley, Janica Baxley, two great grandsons, a host of nieces and nephews.

Expressions of sympathy can be made at http://www.jamesandlipford.com/

Mr. Norman Davis, age 82, of  Dublin, Georgia, formerly of Blountstown, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on September 9, 2017 in Sharon Regional Health System.

Mr. Davis worked as a medication officer in domestic relations at the Mercer County Courthouse where he retired. He loved collecting albums, listening to music, and liked to fish and bowl. Mr. Davis was a United States Air Force Veteran, serving during Vietnam.

Homegoing Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 2:00 PM from the sanctuary of the Saint Mary Missionary Baptist Church in Blountstown, Florida where the Reverend Dr. C.L. Wilson is the pastor/teacher. Interment will be in the Magnolia Cemetery. Vann Funeral Home in charge.

Mr. Davis will lie in state at the church from 1:00 PM until time for the service.

A viewing will held on Friday, September 22, 2017 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Vann Funeral Home.

He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving and devoted family:

Son: Derek Davis of Amherst, Massachusetts

Former Daughter-in-Law: Joyce Allen Davis of Garner, North Carolina

Sister: Dorothy Horne of Bedford Heights, Ohio

Five Grandchildren, Three Great-Grandchildren

One Aunt: Christine McGregor of Wilbraham, Massachusetts 

And a host of other relatives, and many sorrowing friends. 

Mr. David Chandler Franks age 96 of Cottondale, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2017 in Marianna, Fl.

Mr. Franks was born in Waycross, Georgia, and has been a resident of Cottondale for 39 years coming from Miami. Mr. Franks is a veteran of WWII serving in the Navy as Chief Petty Officer.  He retired from Southern Bell in 1978 after 39 years of service. He is a member of Cottondale Masonic Lodge and the Scottish Rite 32nd Degree.

Mr. Franks was preceded in death by his parents Aude C.  and Tommy Franks, two brothers, and one sister.

He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Maxine C. Franks, 8 nieces and nephews.

Services for Mr. Franks will be at 10:00 A.M., Monday, September 25, 2017 in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the First Baptist Church of Cottondale Cemetery. Family will receive friends Sunday, September 24. 2017 in Marianna Chapel Funeral Home from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

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