Daisy Whiddon age 89 of Greenwood passed away on Friday, March 16, 2018 at Signature Healthcare at the Courtyard in Marianna.

Daisy is a native of Jackson County born on November 12, 1928 to the late John Thomas and Eldis Justice Allan. She spent many years traveling around the world with her late husband of 61 plus years while serving in the military. Daisy enjoyed restoring old homes and shopping for antiques. Her greatest love was being a mother, grandmother, and friend.

Daisy was preceded in death by her husband George Alexander Whiddon, four sons George Ronald Whiddon, Glen Alexander Whiddon, Michael Alan Whiddon, and David B. Whiddon, two sisters, Vernice Jackson, and Lena Green.

She is survived by one sister Betty Eason of Greenwood, 11 grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren.

Services for Daisy will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, March 22, 2018 in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the New Hope Cemetery in Dellwood. The family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until time of service.

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

William Fred Trotter passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 at his home, with family at his side, after a long illness. 

Mr. Trotter was a native of Carroll County, Mississippi and came to Marianna in 1954. He worked for Graham Air Force Base until it closed in 1963. He began working for Sunland in 1963 and retired after 27 years in 1992. Mr. Trotter is an Army veteran serving from 1952 to 1954. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Marianna.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis P. and Ila Maude Gant Trotter; brothers, L.P., Herman, and Norman Trotter of Mississippi; sisters, Irene Osborn of Mississippi and Catherine Neal of Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife, Pauline Ferguson Trotter of 61 years; son, William Paul Trotter of Marianna; grandsons, Brandon Paul and Ryan Jay Trotter of Cumming, GA.

Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, March 22, 2018 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel with Reverend Roland Rabon officiating. Interment will follow in the First Baptist Church Cemetery in Bascom, FL.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to funeral services at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at Jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Clinton Wade Smith age 69 of Chipley, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2018 in Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay.

No services are being held at this time. Memorialization will be by cremation.

Williams Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be submitted online at. www.williamsfhs.com

Sister Nellie M. Burns Wilson of Grand Ridge, Fl the St. Rose Community entered into eternal rest on Sunday morning, March 18, 2018 in the Marianna Health and Rehab Center.

She was born November 30, 1924 the fourth child of the late Rettie and Walter Burns.  She was the widow of King D. Wilson all of the St. Rose Community in Grand Ridge.

She along with her parents and husband were all members of the St. Rose African Methodist Episcopal Church.  Nellie joined St. Rose at the age of 13 years old and continued her loyal membership until her demise.  She served as a choir member, a class leader and also served on the Steward Board and the Trustee Board.

She earned her B.S. and Masters degrees in Education from Florida A & M University.  She was employed as a teacher for the Jackson County Public School System.  She taught at Jackson County Training School, Lilly Blanks Elementary and Golson Elementary before retiring in 1980 after 37 years of service.

Precious memories of Nellie’s life will forever linger in the hearts of her loved ones to include her two sons, Mr. Ronald Wilson (Annette) of Grand Ridge, Fl and Elder Gregory Wilson (Robbie) of Atlanta, Ga, four grandchildren, David Wilson of Grand Ridge, Fl and Reese Wilson, Taylor Wilson and Bethany Wilson all of Atlanta, Ga; one sister Veatrice Harding of Grand Ridge, Fl, several nieces, nephews cousins other relative and sorrowing friends also survived.

Graveside Funeral services for Sister Wilson will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 12:00 noon at the Sunset Memory Gardens located at 660 Holmes Court in Grand Ridge, FL. with Rev. Linda Nickles-Dukes, Sr. Pastor officiating.  Services have been entrusted to the caring staff of Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna, Florida.

Viewing and visitation will be held on Friday, March 23, 2018 from 4 pm until 6 pm at the Peoples Funeral Home Chapel in Marianna, FL and on Saturday, March 24, 2018 from 11:30 am until 12:00 noon at the sanctuary of the St. Rose African Methodist Episcopal Church in Grand Ridge, FL.

Benjamin Hill, 75, of Sneads, FL died Monday, March 19, 2018 at Signature Healthcare at the Courtyard. Funeral arrangements will be announced by James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

Mrs. Daisy McCarter-Peterson, of Malone, FL transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Friday, March 16, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was the youngest of four children born to proud parents, David and Ella Collins McCarter in Bradenton, FL on January, 28, 1958.

Daisy attended the public school systems of Manatee and Jackson Counties and was a 1976 graduate of Manatee High School.  She furthered her education by attending Florida State University, earning a B.S. Degree in Home Economics, majoring in Clothing and Textile on May 1, 1982.

Mrs. McCarter- Peterson was of the Methodist faith and a loyal and faithful member of Snow Hill African Methodist Episcopal Church of Malone, Florida where she served in many capacities to include:  Church Secretary, Steward, Usher and Choir Member, etc.

Funeral service will be held Monday, March 26, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Snow Hill African Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. Dr. Will Daniels, Rev. Ronald D. Mizer, Rev. Kathlean McClain, Rev. Melenda T. Smith and Rev. Larry D. Brown, Pastor Officiating. 

Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Vann Funeral Home will be in charge of the service.

The viewing will be held Sunday, March 25, 2018 from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. at Vann Funeral Home.

The wake will be held Sunday, March 25, 2018 from 5:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Vann Funeral Home.

Mrs. McCarter-Peterson will lie in repose at the church from 10:00 A.M. until time for the service.

She leaves to cherish a lifetime of fond memories, a loving family: 

Two Sons: Nicholas Dante McCarter of Seoul, South Korea, and Cedric Lamar Peterson of Dothan, Alabama

Mother: Ella C. Mitchell of Malone, FL

Father: David McCarter Sr. of Bradenton, FL

One Sister: Marilyn McCarter Betsy of St. Petersburg, FL

Three Brothers: David McCarter Jr. (Linda) of Palmetto, FL,  Robert McCarter of Bradenton, FL, Victor McCarter of Lubbock, Texas

Four Aunts: Annie C. Newsome of Dothan, AL, Hattie C. Lester of Jacksonville, FL, Mary C. Langston of Tallahassee, FL, Leola C. Speights (Johnny) of Marianna, FL,

Two Uncles: Johnnie W. Collins (Liane) of Atlanta, GA, M.C. McCarter (Lillie Mae) of Bradenton, FL

And numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many dear friends.

Mrs. Annie Lee Waters age 75 of Columbus, Georgia and formerly of Graceville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday March 17th at the Peidmont Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia.

She leaves to cherish her memories: One daughter: Annette Marie Waters; Charlene Marie Shannon “CeCe” (Her Special Hawaiian Kaikamahine) like a daughter, Latonga Brown;  three grandchildren: Sacher G. Dickson Jr.  and wife Becky, Trazetta  R. Newman and husband Victor Sr. and Antonio Dickson and Tiffany Dunbar; four great grandchildren; Victor Newman Jr; Victoria R. Newman, Vincent R. Newman and Anika Dickson, two brothers in law, George Waters and wife Marion and Leroy Waters and wife Tammy, two sisters in law; Ollie Daniels and Bobbie Ann Hall, several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be on Friday March 23rd from 2:00p.M. until 7:00P.M. at the  M. Sue and Rodney D. Pittman Memorial Chapel in Graceville and one hour prior to the services at the church.

Funeral services will be held Saturday March 24th at 11:00 A.M. at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church at 5382 old U. S. Road in Marianna, Florida with Rev. Joe Tripp officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.

Mrs. Annie Lee Waters age 75 of Columbus, Georgia and formerly of Graceville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday March 17, 2018 at the Midtown Medical Center in Columbus, Georgia.                   

 She leaves to cherish her memories: one daughter: Annette Marie Waters; Charlene Marie Shannon “CeCe” (her special Hawaiian Kaikamahine) like a daughter, Latonga Brown; three grandchildren: Sacher G. Dickson, Jr.  and wife Becky, Trazetta  R. Newman and husband Victor Sr. and Antonio Dickson and Tiffany Dunbar; four great grandchildren: Victor Newman, Jr.; Victoria R. Newman, Vincent R. Newman and Anika Dickson; one sister: Minnie Lee Russ; two brothers-in-law, George Waters and wife Marion and Leroy Waters and wife Tammy, two sisters-in-law; Ollie Daniels and Bobbie Ann Hall, several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be on Friday March 23, 2018 from 2:00 PM until 7:00 P.M. at the  M. Sue and Rodney D. Pittman Memorial Chapel in Graceville and one hour prior to the services at the church.

Funeral services will be held Saturday March 24th at 11:00 A.M. at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church at 5382 Old U. S. Road in Marianna, Florida with the Rev. Joe Tripp officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.

Quintin O. Mike, 61, affectionately known as (Friendly) was born July 11, 1956 to Willie and Mary L. Mike at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida.  He transitioned peacefully on Thursday, March 1, 2018, 8:30 A.M. at home.  He attended public school in Dade and Gadsden County.  He later joined the Army, he received an Honorable Discharge after serving a little more than two years.  Quintin lived most of his adult life in Miami, Florida before moving to Gadsden where he met and married Ruthie Robinson in 1998.  He accepted Christ and joined New Bethel P.B. Church.  Quintin had several trades and was a National-Statewide Truck Driver.  He enjoyed cooking and reading.  Quintin fathered one child, Specialist John Moore who currently serves in the U.S. Army.  He has two stepsons, Markeith Robinson and Sgt. Maurious McCall who also serves in the USAF.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary L. and Willie Mike, sister, Stacy Favors and Valerie Mike.  Quintin leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Ruthie Mike; sons, Specialist John Moore, Markeith Robinson and Sgt. Maurious McCall (Suzanne Kylee); three sisters, Mary Owens, Geraldine Weaver and Deloris Madison; two brothers, Jimmy Jones (Derotha) and Willie Mike, Jr. (Felicia); aunt, Isabell Mike; uncle, Elder Willie B. Sanders (Jessie); two grandchildren, Laseisha Daniels and Lashonjanae Murphy; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and sorrowing relatives and friends.  Funeral service was Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at New Bethel PB Church in Havana, FL.  Crawford & Moultry Funeral Home of Chattahoochee, FL were in charge of arrangements.

Alice Marie Crawford Small, 73, was born in Leon County to the late Matthew and Jimmie Lee Crawford.  She earned her wings on March 1, 2018. She accepted Christ as her savior at an early age. She was raised by a special aunt, Lou Alice Clark in Marianna, Florida.  She was educated in the Jackson and Leon County School Systems and graduated in 1962 from the Old Lincoln High School in Tallahassee, Florida. She later married Wendell Small in 1966.  She worked for Florida A&M University for many years. A lifetime of love and memories are left with her daughter: Stephanie Small; three grandchildren: Jermaine Brooks (Dorothy) of Tallahassee, Florida, Wesley Small of Houston, Texas and Brianna Baker of Tampa, Florida; three brothers: Matthew Crawford, Jr., of Monticello, Florida, James Crawford (Vanessa) of Houston, Texas and Willard Crawford (Gloria) of Havana, Florida; two sisters: Lawanda Cooper(Jerome) of Orlando, Florida and Beverly Mitchell of Tallahassee, Florida; two great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Maria Malanette Small, her brother Earnest Crawford and her sister, Debra Proctor. Funeral service was Saturday, March. 17, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Jacob Chapel Church in Tallahassee, FL. Crawford & Moultry Funeral Home of Chattahoochee, FL were in charge of arrangements.

Thomas James “TJ” Walker, 85, was born on May 15, 1930 to John and Vessie Walker.  TJ was preceded in death by his parents, longtime companion, Maggie McClendon, sister, Ida Bell Walker and brothers, Alto and Dave McKelvie.  He leaves to cherish his memories his brother: Arthur Lee Walker of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; sisters: Zola Owens of Chattahoochee, Florida and Maggie Wilder of Indianapolis, Indiana; stepchildren: Joseph McClendon of Trenton, New Jersey, Ruby Grace of Newark, New Jersey, Mary Ann Cotton and Hollis McClendon, Jr., (Clara) both of Chattahoochee, Florida; and a host of loving grandchildren, nieces and nephews.  Funeral service was Saturday, March. 17, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at Greater Bethel MB Church in Chattahoochee, FL. Crawford & Moultry Funeral Home of Chattahoochee, FL were in charge of arrangements.

Demetrius Trashon Lane, 33 was born on March 28, 1984 in Tallahassee, Florida.  He was the oldest child of Mr. Derrick and Mrs. Phyllis Lane.  He departed this life on Sunday, March 11, 2018. Demetrius was preceded in death by his grandparents: Mr. James Ed and Vercanna Crews; great grandparents: Mr. Theodore and Agnes Lane and Mr. Jimmy and Lenora Anderson, and several aunts and uncles.  Demetrius was known by most as “Meat” or “Bean”.  He grew up in Greensboro, Florida.  Demetrius was very athletic, he played football, basketball and baseball.  Growing up he spent a lot of time with his grandfather, Timothy Lane at the Recreation Center in Quincy, Florida where he came to know a lot of people.  He have six children and he loved them very much.  He joined Salem AME Church and accepted Jesus Christ at a young age, under the leadership of Pastor Charlie Worthen.  Cherishing his memories is one daughter: Aziah Lane; five sons: Dezmond Lane, De’Zyreion Lane, Christian Lane, Corey Lane and Demetrius Lane, Jr.; parents: Derrick and Phyllis Lane; one sister: Lakeshia D. Lane; two brothers: Delrico D. Lane (future sister-in-law, Erika Lewis) and Derrick Lane; grandparents: Timothy and Burnis Lane; four nieces: Key’Asia Beamon, Xyris Parks, Lyndon Lane and Kalli Lane; two nephews: Nathaniel Lane and Jermaine Hunter, Jr.; fiancée: Shonda Sierra; friend of the family: Niesha Childress; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.  Funeral service was Saturday, March. 17, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Salem AME Church in Greensboro, FL. Crawford & Moultry Funeral Home of Chattahoochee, FL were in charge of arrangements.

Benjamin Lee Hill Sr., 74, of Marianna, died Monday, March 19, 2018 at Signature Healthcare of Marianna.

A native of Marianna, FL, Mr. Hill resided in Jackson County where he was employed by the Florida State Hospital Forensics division for 35 years. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Carrie Lee Hill; father, Henry K Hill; daughter, Mary Ellen Hill and son, Benjamin Lee Hill Jr.

Survivors include his son, Sean Hill; three grandchildren, Hunter Hill, Deanna Hill, and Kaylee Hill and one sister, Shirley Hill Melvin and her husband, Jimmy Hill, of Marianna, FL. 

Funeral services will be 11 AM Friday, March 23, 2018 at James and Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel in Marianna, FL with Pastor Jack Hollis officiating.  Interment will follow at Cypress Community Cemetery in Cypress, FL with James and Sikes Funeral Home directing.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at James and Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at http://www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com.

Helen Godek born February 23, 1948 was given her wings March 18, 2018.

She is eternally at peace and with her Lord.

Helen Godek was born to Ludwig Victor Godek and Dorothy Arlene Reid Godek in Arlington, Virginia. She is survived by her mother Dorothy Arlene Reid Godek of Pfafftown, North Carolina, three brothers John Godek of Syracuse, New York; Barry Godek and Andrew Godek, both of Pfafftown, North Carolina.

Helen is also survived by her children: Victoria Arlene Frascona Hatfield (Robert), Tallahassee, FL; Christina Elizabeth Frascona, Marion, NC; Spencer Thomas Frascona (Kristy) Grand Ridge, FL; Jacob Scott Frascona, Quincy, FL; Amanda Leigh Paige Wages Rogers (Tony), Sneads, FL.

She was blessed with eighteen grandchildren whose ages range from 33 years down to the youngest six years old. In addition to grandchildren, Helen is blessed with 19 great-grandchildren whose ages range from twelve years down to two months old.  She absolutely loved children.  Her family is vast and large which includes cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her Father Ludwig Victor Godek; Sister Patricia Godek, NC; Brother David L. Godek Kissimmee, FL; daughter Monica Anne Frascona, Grandridge, FL, and Granddaughter Nicole M. Hatfield, Pensacola, FL.

She lived a good life and was a resident of Sneads, Florida for thirty years. Prior to setting her roots in Sneads, Helen lived throughout the United States and learned how to adapt to the local ways of each location. She lived in the following states:  Virginia, NC; Miami, FL; Syracuse, NY; Boulder, CO; Hebron, CT; and Forestville, CT; Greensboro, and Quincy, FL.

Helen’s passions were first and foremost her family. In the early 80’s up through the 90’s she worked three jobs to provide for her children.  Although, she had little time between jobs, every time she had a full day off it was a special day for the family.  She would let them know that it was “Our Time” and they usually spent those days, at the beach, the Boy Scout pond, or having a special family meal at a restaurant.  She had a unique talent for turning simple moments into the grandest of moments.

Her other passions included, cooking, baking, planning, arranging, collecting china, and sewing.  In fact, she was an excellent seamstress and she made the wedding vails and bouquets for her children and grandchildren. She loved to cook so much that her children often teased her about always cooking for an army. If you went to her house you knew that there was always an open door and there was always a meal and great conversation. Aside from the vast domestic duties of maintaining a household, Helen was immensely educated in history, and social economics, politics and how things work.   She was outspoken and did not shy away from offering the advice based on her life experiences.

The family invites you to join them at McAlpin Funeral Home in Sneads, Florida on Friday, March 23, 2018 at 10:00 AM for visitation followed by A Celebration of Life Service beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Bonita Jean (Jeannie) Smith age 67 left this earth on February 18, 2018 to be with our Lord.

Born February 1, 1951 in Miami, Florida to the late Betty Joyce and Alfred C. Wright. She is preceded in death by her loving parents, two sisters Beverly Diane Jenkins (Bill) and Betty Jo Mullis (Mickey) both of Jacksonville, Florida.

She is survived by her loving husband of 32 years Michael Smith, wonderful sister Brenda Rae Large-Kelly (Jim) of Cape Canaveral, Florida; daughter Tabatha Robinson (Tim); son Bryan Kennedy (Sara) of Jacksonville; 6 grandchildren, Storm Robinson (Amanda), McKenzee Campbell (David), Sidney, Abbie, Carson and Kash Kennedy of Jacksonville; 2 great grandchildren, Cleo and Cassivs Campbell of Jacksonville. Loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jeannie spent most of her life in Jacksonville where she worked as a physical education instructor for elementary students. She later found her passion as a pharmacy technician which she enjoyed for 23 years. She relocated to Grand Ridge, Florida with her husband in 1992. 

As a child she took ballet and tap lessons and loved dancing throughout her life. She loved camping, fishing, going to the beach with family and being outdoors. She talked to God daily and always prayed for others. She was always saddened to see stray and neglected animals and would care for them all if she could. Maybe after seeing this God decided He needed her to help care for His animals in Heaven. 

She will be truly missed by her family and many friends.

A celebration of life was held March 3 at Sneads United Methodist Church, officiated by Pastor Ernie Gray. Food and refreshments were provided by Shady Gove United Methodist Church.

Ronnie Nathaniel Calloway, 60, of Bascom, departed from this life March 20, 2018 after a long struggle with cancer. 

Ronnie was born on November 22, 1957 in Donalsonville, Ga. He was raised on a farm and began driving a tractor as a soon as he was old enough. After graduating from Malone High School, he continued to farm with Paul Anderson. He then married Debbie, the love of his life. He left the tractor and began his first career job with Kaiser Agricultural Chemicals in Malone. When he left Kaiser, he took a small break from agriculture and sold life insurance for a short time. He soon returned to what he loved. He became part owner of Grangerburg Peanut and Farm Service Center, where he enjoyed the fertilizer business most of all. He was a lifelong member of Friendship Baptist Church in Malone, FL.

Ronnie was liked by everyone he met. He was a caring, humble man, who loved his family and was a great provider. He always had a smile on his face and was generous to a fault.

He was preceded in death by his father, Johnnie N. Calloway and his son, Jeremy Calloway.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Debbie Conrad Calloway of Bascom; son, Casey Calloway, of Pensacola, Florida; daughter, Hope Reasons and husband, Greg, of Bascom; his mother, Inez Calloway of Malone; three sisters, Kaye Green and husband, Allen, of Greenwood, Pam Bridges and husband, Les, of Texas, Lori Burke and husband, Bob, of Marianna; three brothers, Scott Calloway and wife, Sharon, of Malone, Andy Calloway and wife, Robin, of Malone, Jason Calloway and wife, Rene, of Bascom; Sister in law, Brenda Brookins and husband, David, of Lake Seminole and brother in law, Bill Conrad, of Bascom; his babies, Kali and Kai, and several nieces and nephews. He was more than just an uncle to all of his nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Friendship Baptist Church in Malone, FL with Reverend Danny Sumerlin and Ed Ham officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m., Friday, March 23, 2018 at Friendship Baptist Church.

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

Mr. Edward Earl McDougald,  age 71, of Graceville, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 19, 2018 at the Washington County Health and Rehabilitation Center in Chipley, Florida.

He was a native of Thomasville, Georgia but lived most of his life in Graceville and retired from the Jackson County School Board (Graceville Elementary School) as a Custodial Manager and former member of New Easter Missionary Baptist and an Army Veteran.

He was born April 14, 1946 in Thomasville, Georgia to the late Calvin McDougald and Dixie Ann Clark. His family later made Graceville, Florida their home.  He attended Saint Paul High school where he was an outstanding pole vaulter and basketball player. After graduation, he joined the United States Army, serving his country for thirteen years. Moving back to Graceville, Edward worked as a Maintenance Supervisor at Graceville Elementary School until he retired in 2008. 

An avid hunter and fisherman, Edward loved spending time on his boat. He was also a die-hard Florida Gators fan.

His memory will be forever cherished in the lives of his wife, Cassie McDougald; daughters:  Barbara Montgomery, Laverne Lawrence and Shon McDougald; stepchildren: Carlita, Curtis, Eddie and loving  grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers: David McDougald (Sheryl) of Tampa, FL,  Michael Clark (Cindy) of Tampa, FL, Henry Clark (Emma) of Cottonwood, AL,  Dewayne Clark of Germany and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. 

A public viewing will be Friday, March 23, 2018 from 2:00 P.M. until 7:00P.M. at the M. Sue & Rodney Pittman Memorial Chapel, 5441 Cooper Street in Graceville.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 2:00P.M. at the New Easter Missionary Baptist Church at 977 Hope Avenue in Graceville with Rev. Earnest Parker, Jr., pastor/teacher.

Interment will follow in the Graceville Community Cemetery with military honors performed by United States Army of Fort Rucker at the graveside and under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel of Graceville, Florida.

Luther Maurice “Jimmy” Bennett, 74, of Marianna died Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.

Luther lived in Jackson County for most of his life. He loved his family and spending time with them. He enjoyed fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace W. Bennett, Sr. and Ruby Marie Morgan Cogburn; three brothers, Raymond Harris, Howard Harris, and Darrel Hand; two sisters, Nancy Trawick and Sandra Jeter.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Bennett; two sons, Maurice Howard Bennett, Sr. and Christopher Hadden of Marianna, FL; one daughter, Charissa Bennett of Marianna, FL; two brothers, Wayne Harris of Chipley, FL and Horace W. Bennett, Jr. of Grand Ridge, FL; three sisters, Marilyn Villareal, Lona Benefield, and Daphne Edenfield; six grandchildren, Lacy Basford, Maurice Bennett, Jr., Amber Fuder, Lexandria Maloy, Alyssa Bennett, and Arie Bennett; 11 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Friday, March 23, 2018 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel with Sister Frances Dudley Officiating. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at http://www.jamesandsikesfuenralhomes.com.

Mary Sue Depew, 67 of Graceville was called to her Heavenly home on Monday, March 19, 2018 at her residence following an extended illness.

A Home-going celebration will be 11 a.m., Friday, March 23, 2018 at Holmes Creek Baptist Church with Bro. Doug Hogg officiating, James & Lipford Funeral Home in Graceville directing. Family will receive friends at the church 10 a.m. until time of service.

Flowers accepted or family request those wishing to make memorials to the Holmes Creek Youth Ministry 334 Cope Road Chipley, FL 32428.

Sue was born November 14, 1950 to Gaston George Shiver, Jr and Wilma Esther

Hall Shiver. A 1968 graduate of Graceville High School, Sue then went to college for medical transcription. She has worked in medical records for many years, working with Flowers Hospital, Campbellton-Graceville Hospital, Doctors Memorial Hospital and she retired from Rudd Family Healthcare. Sue was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She loved spending time with her family and sewing for them. Whether you were family or friend she always made time to send you a card for a special occasion or just to say she was thinking of you.

Predeceased by her mother, Esther Shiver and one brother, Jerry Shiver.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 36 years Liston “Bud” DePew (who always called her “Baby”), one son Chief Christopher Scott Birge (Rhonda), father Gaston George Shiver, Jr., one brother Jimmy Shiver all of Graceville, one sister Lydia Depew (Ray), Columbus, IN, three grandchildren Tonya Eaton(Tyler), Ft. Myers, FL, Taylor Birge, Case Birge, Graceville; two great grandchildren Landon Eaton, Declan, Eaton, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Mother Chelcie D. Mckinnie age 88 of Campbellton, FL passed away Wednesday March 21, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral services will be held 11a.m. Saturday March 24th at the New Bethel CME Church located 2487 Hwy 2 Campbellton, FL with the Reverends Freeman Walker Sr., Jessie Rogers, Randy McMillan, Richard Peterson Sr., and Prophet Willie Clark officiating. Interment will follow in the St Paul Cemetery with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton, FL directing. A public viewing will be held from 2 to 6p.m. Friday March 23rd at the Mckinnie Funeral Home Chapel located 5304 Bowden Hill Road Campbellton, FL.

Mother Chelcie Dillard-McKinnie was born July 28, 1929 in Greenwood, Florida, to the late Ned Dillard, Sr. and Priscilla Glover-Dillard-Myrick.

 She professed Christ at an early age and joined St. Phillips Missionary Baptist Church, where she was recognized as the Mother of the Church.  

She was united in Holy Matrimony for 70 years to Shira McKinnie, Sr. on August 18, 1947, in Campbellton, FL, where she leaves a legacy of strong family values, hard work, commitment, and love...

She worked at Southeast Alabama Medical Center, in Dothan, AL, where, upon her retirement, she was the center’s oldest and longest- tenured employee with over 30 years of experience. In her leisure time, she loved to fish, sew, cook, and bake. She, loved passionately and unconditionally, and she loved to fish, fish, fish, and did we forget to mention, fish? 

She was preceded in death by five siblings; and three children, Linda, Larry and Frazier McKinnie. 

As part of her legacy, she leaves cherished fruits of her life with: Her husband Shira Mckinnie Sr. 

Ten Children: Jelterow McKinnie, Sr., Johnny M. McKinnie (Earlene), Christine McKinnie Daniels (Selma),  Shira McKinnie Jr. (Mary Christine), Matthew C.C. McKinnie, Sr. (Joyce C.), Randolph L. McKinnie, Sr. (Wanda), Willis  F. McKinnie, Sr. (Deborah),    Adrienne McKinnie, Alex B. McKinnie, (Joyce G..) and   Phillipia S. McKinnie (Allison).  (30) Grandchildren; (42) great-grand children, and numerous great- great grandchildren; (4) brother in-laws: Eloied Odell McKinnie and Reverend William Harvey, Mancefield and John Hitchmon; (3) sister in-laws: Mary Lois McKinnie-Britt, Cathy Nell McKinnie-Murray, and Eleanor McKinnie- Jones; A special cousin whom she treated as a son Majid Shabazz as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other close relatives, and friends.