Jean H Tharp, 83, of Marianna passed away peacefully, Friday November 23, 2018 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.  A native of Fountain, Florida, Mrs. Tharp resided in Jackson County for the past 63 years where she was employed by Jackson County School Board as a substitute teacher.  She was a member of First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her father, William Hallman; mother, Mildred Mccosker; brothers, Buddy and Robert Hallman.

Survivors include her husband, Bobby Tharp; two daughters, Linne’  Morgan and husband, Kelly Morgan of Panama City;  Mary Maddox and husband, Stacey Maddox of Panama City; son, James (Gil) Tharp of Atlanta; two sisters, Weleska Shelton of Fountain and Gail Griffith of Panama City; grandchildren, Brittany Leavins, Sayer Morgan, Kara Anastasi, Kristin Maddox; great grandchildren, Emma and Eli Leavins and Lucas Anastasi.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel with Grady Gambill officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens  with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

The family will receive friends, one hour prior to services.

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

Evelyn Tindel Cummins October 9, 1925 – November 22, 2018. The daughter of William Claud Tindel and Fannie Lee Davis Tindel of Graceville, Florida, Evelyn attended public schools in Jackson County, Florida.  Upon graduation from Graceville High School, she attended Queens College in Columbia, Missouri, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she received a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Psychology.  Upon graducation, she taught school in Chipley, Florida, and volunteered with the Red Cross.  She was a member of the First Methodist Church in Graceville. 

In 1952, she married Manley L. Cummins, Jr., M.D. of Ashford, Alabama, where they raised their two sons, Manley L. Cummins, III and David Tindel Cummins, M.D.  In 1978, Evelyn moved to Dothan, Alabama, where she worked at Social Engravers and was a member of several social organizations which included the Medical Auxillary, Eclectas Club and bridge clubs. She and Dr. Cummins were long-time members of the Dothan County Club and Bay Point.

In 2005, Evelyn relocated to Spanish Fort, Alabama, to be closer to her family, particularly her grandson, Manley (Lee) L. Cummins, IV. 

She is predeceased by her parents and husband, her brother, Davis Tindel of Graceville, her sister, Mary Claude Smith of Winder, Georgia and her son, David of Ormand Beach, Florida.  She is survived by her son, Manley L. Cummins, III, her daughter-in-law, Margaret Everest Cummins of Spanish Fort, her grandson, Manley L. Cummins, IV and his wife, Brittany Ellison Cummins of Fort Worth, Texas, and long-time and devoted companion, Adelade Chambers of Daphne, Alabama.

 Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 27. 2018 at Memory Hill Cemetery (2414 Hartford Hwy, Dothan, AL 36305) in Dothan, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society.

Williams Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.williamsfhs.com

Larry Clay Hatcher, 65, of Tallahassee, Florida passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his children on Monday, November 12, 2018.

Larry was born in Marianna, Florida on February 17, 1953. He graduated from Marianna High School in 1971. He received his AA degree from Chipola Junior College in 1973. Following his graduation, he attended Florida State University, becoming a lifelong, avid fan and supporter of the Florida State Football program.

In 1978, Larry began his career in the oilfield industry with Otis Engineering Corp. in Houma, LA. He also worked for Halliburton but ended his career with Boots and Coots. He was extremely proud of his accomplishments throughout his career. His work took him all over the world and his knowledge, expertise and dedication to safety was well known world wide and earned him respect and appreciation from all who knew him.

He retired from Boots and Coots in February of 2015, after climbing the ladder and starting from a snubbing operator to ending his career as a global equipment coordinator. He returned to his home, the Florida panhandle, after he retired. He chose to move to Tallahassee to be close to his children and grandchildren, where he took on his most valued role as daddy and grandpa. In this role, he won the most honors, as he ALWAYS put his family and their needs above his own. He loved watching College Football and taking long country rides around the area he grew up in.

Larry was the son of the late Lawerence Clay and Myrtice Devane Hatcher. He is survived by his daughter, Beverly Suzanne Garrett and partner, Jennifer Harris; and son, Brian Clay Hatcher and partner, Lindsey Ellis. He was called grandpa by Addison Rhian Garrett, Rhyley Elizabeth Garrett, and Hannah Kylann Hatcher. A sister, Sue Cornelius; and the mother to his children and lifelong friend, Jane Tillman; and his former spouse and friend, Nancy Hatcher also survive him.

He was so greatly loved by all that knew him. To say he had a unique character and was one of the most giving people with a heart of gold does not begin to describe the genuine persona of Larry C. Hatcher. 

Rest in Peace Daddy. We will miss you.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to support survivors of Hurricane Michael in and around Marianna, Florida. Online condolences may be expressed at www.abbeyfh.com. 

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Frank Simek age 69 of Compass Lake in the Hills passed away on Saturday, November 17 2018. He was born in Northfield, Minnesota on April 6, 1949 to the late Frank P. and Lillian Voracek Simek. Frank has been a resident of Compass Lake in the Hills for 12 years, coming from Plantation, Florida. He worked as a road supervisor for Compass Lake in the Hills and attended Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in Fountain.  Frank loved his family dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Frank and Lillian Simek, sisters, Lucy Molitor and Barbara Simek; brothers, Joe Simek and Gilbert Simek. Frank is survived by his loving wife of forty-nine years, Agnes Keilen Simek (Dolly); children, Debra Simek Yawn (Bob), Dennis Simek (India), and Jared Simek (Hani); brothers, John Simek, George Simek (Diane), Ed Simek (Geneve), and Tom Simek (Val); sisters, Rose Novotny, Marge Nordwall, and Marcie Schleeve (Tim); six granddaughters and one grandson.

A memorial service will be held at 9:00 AM on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Our Lady Queen of Peace in Fountain, FL. Interment will follow in the Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. A time of visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Friday, November 30, 2018 in the Marianna Chapel Funeral Home. 

Marianna Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

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

Mr. Chester Paul “Chuck” Theall, Jr., age 55, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 26, 2018 in Marianna, Florida.  A long-time resident of Jackson County Florida, he was born on July 25, 1963 in Abbeville, Louisiana.  Chuck was a veteran of the US Army and served his country honorably during Desert Storm and Grenada.  He was a faithful employee with the Florida Department of Corrections at Apalachee Correctional Institution for 25 years.  He loved to fish and spend time with his family.  Chuck was a recently ordained minister in the Freewill Baptist denomination and was devoted to his ministry.  He will be deeply missed by his family and many friends.

Chuck is survived by his children, one daughter, Paula Theall (AJ) of Dothan, Alabama and one son, Billy Theall of Sneads, FL; his mother, Betty Book (Donald) of Erath, Louisana; a special friend and companion, Lisa McDonald of Sneads, FL; one sister, Dawn Armond of Louisana; three brothers, Richard Theall, Mark Theall and Devin Book all of Lousiana; three sisters in law, Margaret Forehand of Sneads, FL, Nita Watson (Joe) of Caryville, FL and Clydette Maitland of Sneads, FL; two brothers in law, Chris Cooley of Sneads, FL and David Cooley (Allison) of Jacksonville, FL as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Chuck was preceded in death by his wife Janice Theall and his father Chester Paul Theall, Sr.

Visitation with family and friends will be at McAlpin Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM CST with Funeral Services on Thursday, November 29, 2018 10:00 AM CST at McAlpin Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Hamblen and Rev. Irvin Jennison officiating.  Interment will be private on a later date.

William Christopher Connor age 65 of Marianna passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018. He was born on August 15, 1953.

Chris Connor was the son of Faye Luke Connor & Kenneth Bruce Connor. He graduated from Marianna High School in 1971 and Auburn University, where he received a B.S. in Engineering. While at Auburn, Mr. Connor was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. He was the Maintenance Engineer at the Florida Department of Transportation in Marianna for many years. Mr. Connor enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a founding committee member of Jackson County Ducks Unlimited and the Wild Turkey Federation as well as a true conservationist. Mr. Connor’s fondness of Beacon Hill beach began in childhood, and he enjoyed spending time there as frequently as possible. He was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and served as Senior Warden.

 He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Catherine Brooks Connor, daughters Courtney Maraziti (Adam), Kristen Connor, and his son, Joseph Yauger Whealdon III, Esq. (Katharine).

A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, 2018 in the St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Marianna. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Danny Swearingen, Don Nowell, Warren Melzer, Robert Reiff, Aaron Granberry, Alan T. Bush, and Robbie French.The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the parish hall.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude and thanks to the wonderful staff at Covenant Hospice, whose compassion and caring blessed them in numerous ways.

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

Rosalie Ann Jones Clark was born March 24, 1930, in Brattleboro, VT., to Hugh and Berenice Jones, and died in Marianna, FL., on November 28, 2018.  

She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as four brothers and six sisters.

In 1947, Ann met and married the love of her life, Charles C. Clark.  They made their home in Charles’ hometown, Marianna, FL.  They were married 71 years and raised three children.  

Ann was a member of First Baptist Church for over 60 years.  Prior to her declining health, she enjoyed participating in many activities there,   especially W.M.U.  

Throughout her life, Ann had a special place in her heart for the needy and touched the lives of many people in the community.  She volunteered countless hours at the Budget Shop and later, Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store.  She enjoyed her family, reading, sewing, shopping, her cats and helping the needy.   Once her children were grown, she fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming a nurse.  She graduated from the LPN program at Chipola College and worked at Jackson Hospital until her retirement.  

She is survived by her husband, Charles C. Clark; her son, David Clark (Lisa) of Tallahassee; her daughters, Charleen Parker (Curtis) of Harpswell, Maine, and Betty J. Clark (Ron Holton) of Lake Seminole, GA.;  twelve grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.  

Contributions in her memory may be made to Covenant Hospice, Marianna, FL. or First Baptist Church, Marianna, FL.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., on Friday, November 30, 2018, at James and Sikes Funeral Home, Maddox Chapel in Marianna.  Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens In Marianna.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at James and Sikes Funeral Home.

Alva Shaw Rhodes, 98, of Marianna died Wednesday, November 28, 2018 in Jackson Hospital.

Born in Hillard, FL on August 5, 1920 to the late William A. and Mamie Higginbotham Shaw, Mrs. Rhodes had resided in Jackson County for the past 68 years.  Mrs. Rhodes was a member of Trinity Baptist Church and retired from the State of Florida as a supervisor with the HRS.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, A.  E. “Gene” Rhodes, Sr.; a son, John Allen Rhodes; a brother, W. A. “Bill” Shaw;  a sister and brother-in- law, Mamie Shaw Roberts and husband Edgar.

Survivors include a son, A. E. “Gene” Rhodes. Jr. and wife June;  grand daughters, Sandy Bramel and husband Mitch, Sylvia Rhodes;  grandsons, Ethan Cooper and wife Janice; great granddaughters, Stacy Bramel Barb and husband Philip, Mallory and  Kellcy Bramel; great great grandson, Nathan Barb; nieces, Kay Griffin and Susan Buttram; nephew, Steve Shaw and wife Pat.

Funeral services will be 11 am Friday, November 30, 2018 at Trinity Baptist Church with Rev. Roland Raybon officiating.  Interment will follow in New Hope Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

The family will receive friends Friday, November 30, 2018 one hour  prior to services at Trinity Baptist Church.

Mrs. Rhodes asked that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the Florida Baptist Children’s Home, Trinity Baptist Church or the Charity of your choice.

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

Willie Merle Lollie Whitfield, 79, of Grand Ridge passed away at her home on November 27, 2018 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer.  She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and sister. 

Ms. Whitfield enjoyed spending time with her family.  She was known for her love of cooking and feeding her family and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her parents William (Bill) and Louise Cook Lollie.  

Ms. Whitfield is survived by her son, Keith Whitfield (Carla) of Crawfordville, FL  and daughter Angela Edenfield (Wayne) of Grand Ridge, FL.  12 Grandchildren Brittany Whitfield, Cole Hewett, Zach Whitfield (Deanna), Wesley Whitfield (Megan), Cade Hewett, Hunter Whitfield, Jordan Loree, Blake Edenfield, Blaire Edenfield, Madison Loree, Noah Lassister, and Justin Crawford.  6 Great grandchildren Autumn Hewett, Serenity Wilson, Weston Whitfield, Brett Fisher, Jaxon Ridley and Zavery Ridley. 4 brothers Mac Lollie, Billy Wayne Lollie (Lonie), Ronnie Lollie (Debbie) and Roger Lollie all of Grand Ridge, 2 sisters Jackie McCroan of Cypress and Lynda Harrell of Grand Ridge. Also numerous nieces and nephews

Visitation will be Saturday December 1, 2018 @ 9 AM at Maddox Chapel, James and Sikes Funeral Home, Marianna.  Funeral will follow @ 10 AM.  Per family request the Committal and interment  will be private at Carpenter’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Emerald Coast Hospice.James & Sikes Funeral Homes Maddox Chapel is directing.

Life for Ms. Manathal Olivia Daniels, affectionately called Olivia, of Port St. Joe, Florida  began on March 18, 1944, to the late Bessie Mae Dozier and Fletcher Rodgers.  She entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 18th in Tallahassee, Florida.  She was 74 years old.

 A native of Gulf County, she was of the Methodist faith and a member of New Bethel A.M.E. Church.

 Precious memories will forever linger in the hearts of her children, Walter Seabrooks and wife Charlotte of Port St. Joe and Yolanda Daniels of Pensacola; stepfather, Henry Lee Dozier; step children, Theodore, Jr., Mary Helen Blanford and husband Raymond, William Hardy, Reverend Linda Kilpatrick, Brenda Givens, Velma Smith, Cary Daniels and wife Rosalyn and Ronald Daniels and wife Valerie; brother and sisters-in-law, James Peterson, Mae Bell Vann and husband David, Annie K. Davis and Reverend Savanna Frederick; one godchild, Devon Thomas and wife Chaka; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends.

 A homegoing celebration for Ms. Olivia’s life will be held Saturday, December 1st at 11:00a.m. est at New Bethel A.M.E. Church, located at 146 Avenue C in Port St. Joe with Pastor James Chambers and Reverend Dante McGee officiating.  Interment will follow in the Forrest Hill Cemetery with arrangements entrusted to the Caring Staff at Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna.

 The remains will lie-in-repose for two hours at New Bethel on Saturday prior to the 11a.m. funeral time.

Raymond “Ray” D. Herring, age 72 of Chipley, passed from this life on November 22, 2018.

Ray was born on December 24, 1946 in Ocala, Florida, to James and Betty Herring, Jr. Ray’s family moved to Chipley in 1962.  A graduate of Vernon High School, Class of 1965, Ray went on to serve his country in the United States Army and National Guard. He was recruited and played for the Army Baseball team; he was also an expert marksman and sharpshooter. Ray worked for the Washington County School Board Maintenance Department, retiring in 2008.  Ray’s life centered on family, sports, fishing, and hunting; he was known as “Coach” to many.

He was preceded in death by his parents: James and Betty Herring, Jr. and beloved son, Shannon Ray Herring.

He is survived by his daughter, Laurie Ann Herring and husband, Brian Kellett of Panama City, Florida; son, J.R. Davis and wife, Holly, of Hawaii, daughter, Brenda Davis of Georgia; three brothers: Roy Herring and wife, Jackie; Donald Herring; James “Jim” Herring and wife Kathy of Chipley, Florida; grandchildren: Warren Gainey; Aidan and Zane Herring-Shook, Christin and Brandon Kellett; Tristan, Nathan, and Cody Herring, Ava and Ethan “EJ” Davis.

Graveside funeral service will be held 4 p.m., Saturday, December 1, 2018, at Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Chipley, Florida, with Military Honors. 

The family will receive friends for visitation from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, December 1, 2018, at Grace and Glory Church in Chipley, Florida. Arrangements under the direction of Obert Funeral Home.

Pallbearers asked to serve are Johnny Johnson, Stacey Hartzog, Joey Hartzog, Scott Harris, Matt Harris, Shawn Gainey, and Johnny Gainey.

Virginia “Ginger” Elaine Spears, 65, of Chattahoochee, Florida died November 28th, 2018 following an extended illness.  She was born in Gordon, Georgia.  She was an accomplished singer and songwriter.  She dedicated her life to service of others focusing on helping those less fortunate through The Hands Up Thrift Shop in Chattahoochee.  She was an active member of the First Pentecostal Church of Chattahoochee, FL. She married the love of her life in 1970.  They remained best friends and life partners until her last breath.  She is survived by her love, Robert Spears, of Marianna, FL; her mother, Faye Vaughn of Titusville, FL; her daughter, Tammy (John) Speigner of Dothan, AL; two grandchildren, Samantha (Adam) Eaton of Dothan, Alabama and Anna (Bryon) Capouch of Ankeny, IA; five great grandchildren; her brother, George Allen Black, Jr (Janice ) of Chattahoochee, FL; her sister, Sherry (Lee) Blair of Titusville, FL; several nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews who were close to her heart.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First Pentecostal Church of Chattahoochee, 38 Madison Street, Chattahoochee, FL 32324 to assist the family with final expenses. A memorial service is planned for December 8th, 2018 at 11am.  The service will be held at the First Pentecostal Church of Chattahoochee.

Mr. Roy Lee Johnson, Sr. of Cottondale, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Monday, November 26, 2018 in, Marianna Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services for Mr. Roy Lee Johnson, Sr. will be on Saturday, December 01, 2018 at 11:00 AM from sanctuary of Henshaw African Methodist Episcopal Church located at 2730 Glastel Street Cottondale, FL 32431. The Reverend Lawrence Gantt pastor and Reverend Flavious Pittman officiating.

Interment was in the Bethlehem Cemetery in Cottondale, FL

Vann Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Johnson was in repose at the church from 10:00 AM until time for the funeral service.

The viewing will be held Friday, November 30, 2018 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Vann Funeral Horne.

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

Four Daughters: Virgel (Eddie) Bell and Licinna Gardner both of Cottondale, FL, Shanda (Junor) Houston of Marianna, FL and Darlene Thomas of Phenix City, AL

Four Sons: Roy (Diane) Johnson Jr. of Sebastian, FL, Darryl Johnson, Waco, TX, Alonzo Johnson of Panama City, FL and Anthony Johnson of Atlanta, GA

Four Brothers: Joseph (Catherine) Johnson of Tallahassee, FL, James (Patti Jo) Johnson of Panama, City, FL, Arthur (Doris) Johnson of Fayetteville, NC and Nathaniel Johnson, Newark, NJ

A Sisters: Mary Johnson of Cottondale, FL

A Sister-in-Law: Lucinda White of Newark, NJ

A Special Cousin: Mary Jean McGriff of St. Petersburg, FL

A Devoted Caring Niece: Bertha White of Cottondale, FL

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

Coach George E. Riley, 87, of Marianna, FL, died Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at his residence in Marianna, Fl. 

George Edward Riley was the youngest son of Vernon and Nora Dyess Riley of Echo, Alabama.  He was pre-deceased by his parents and a brother, Leonard Riley; a sister, Annette Riley Vinson and also pre-deceased by his loving wife, Virginia MacLaren Riley.

George grew up in Echo, Alabama.  After graduating High School, he enrolled in Troy State University.  Upon graduation from Troy, he joined the United States Army.  Once he had served two years in the army, George moved to Marianna, Florida, where he began employment at Mariana High School as a math teacher.  He also became head coach of the Marianna Bulldog football team and later the assistant principal.

After teaching and coaching for several years, George left the classroom and went to work at the Jackson County School Board Office.  Near the end of his career, George was appointed to serve out the term of the retiring superintendent of schools and upon his own retirement, he retired as Jackson County School Superintendent.  

George is survived by his four children, daughter, Robbin Riley Wells; two sons, Rick Riley and Larry Ingle; daughter, Toni Grenfell; six grandchildren, Heidi Donato, Terry West, Gina Walsingham Crutchfield, Dee Dee Goodson, Georgeann Adkison, and Stacy King; sixteen great-grand children, and one great-great-grandchild.

Funeral service will be Monday, December 3, 2018 at 11 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Marianna, Florida with Rev. Dr. Nathan Attwood officiating. A private family Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

Visitation will be Monday, December 3, 2018, beginning at 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary of First United Methodist Church in Marianna.

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

Mrs. Pamela Rene (Yates) Holmes, of Chipley, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on November 26, 2018 in the Methodist Health Care Hospital of Olive Branch, Mississippi.  She was 54 years old. 

Pamela was born on October 23, 1964 to the late Willie and Annie (Gray) Yates in Chipley, Florida.  Being raised in a Christian home, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was a faithful and persistent Christian until her untimely demise.  Pamela was educated in the Public-School System of Washington County, Florida graduating from Chipley High School later attending the Washington-Holmes Technical Center of Chipley, Florida, where she received her LPN certification.  

One of the memorable moments in her life was when she was united in Holy Matrimony to John Homes, Jr. in 1990.  Together, John and Pamela reared 10 children in a loving and God-fearing home.  Throughout the years of their marriage, they became successful business owners operating multiple business.  They served the tri-county area through the businesses of: Holmes Taxi Service, Homes Tree & Firewood Services, Everything Must Go Antique Store, and the delicious Heavenly Delights Ice Cream Truck.  Pamela was very proud of all her business and accomplishments; teaching her children and grandchildren how to be successful in the world.  

She leaves to cherish her memories her beloved husband of 27 years: John Holmes, Jr. of Chipley, Florida; five (5) daughters: April Andrews of Vernon, Florida, Alice Holmes, Rosalind Holmes, Oceana Holmes, all of Chipley, Florida, and Paige Holmes of Marianna, Florida;  five (5) sons: Brandon Yates (Brianna) of Jacksonville, Florida, CPT. Trey Baker (Amber) of Hawaii, John Holmes, III of Kansas, Benjamin Holmes and Clinton Holmes, both of Chipley, Florida;  19 grandchildren; seven (7) sisters: Gwendolyn Robinson-Rouse, Antonite Robinson-Peak (Phillip), both of Ft. Pierce, Florida, Loraine Walker of Sacramento, California, Cynthia Ward (Willie) of Panama City, Florida, Rosalind Crolle (Walter) and Tisha Johnson-Pierre (Edouard), both of Jacksonville, Florida; seven (7) brothers: Tommy Kitterll (Sandy) of Miami, Florida, Eddie Clyde Robinson of Ft. Pierce, Florida, Norris Robinson of Sacramento, California, Wallas Yates (Shirley) and Steve Yates (Vera) both of Altamonte Springs, Florida; father-in-law: John Holmes, Sr. of Chipley, Florida; two (2) sisters-in-law, and two (2) brothers-in-law;  two (2) aunts: Thyrnol Yates of Caryville, Florida and Kayola Johnson of Pt. St. Lucie, Florida; uncle: Joseph Gray of Lakeland, Florida; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. 

A Celebration of Pamela’s Life will be held 1 PM CST, Tuesday, December 4, 2018 from the sanctuary of the Yes Lord Deliverance Ministries of Chipley, Florida with pastor, Supt. David Woods, Jr., and Rev. Leonard Blount, officiating.  Committal Service will follow in the Northside Cemetery of Chipley, Florida with the Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida, directing.  

The family will receive friends for visitation from 6-7 PM CST, Monday December 3, 2018 in the Chapel of Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida.  The remains will lie in repose 1hr prior to services at the church on Tuesday.  Friends may sign the guestbook online at www.cooperfhchipley.com 

Ms. Dorothy Coates, 79 of Sneads, Florida formerly of West Palm Beach, FL passed away, Friday, November 30, 2018.

Ms. Dorothy was born in Lawtey, FL on November 18, 1939 to the late Ocie and  Edna Bryant Taylor. Beloved mother and grandmother, Ms. Dorothy was a certified nursing assistant working in the medical field for many years.

A Home-going service will be held 11 .m., Monday, December 3, 2018 at the Chapel of James & Lipford Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Pearson officiating. Burial will follow in Marvin Chapel 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.

Preceded in death by two daughters Brenda Picerno, Donna Petrov and one brother-in-law, Charles Thompson. 

Survived by four children Howard (Cheri) Coates, Wellington, FL,  Michael (Linda) Coates, Mt. Holly, NC, Bobby (Anna) Coates, Minooka, IL, Rebecca “Becky” (Eugene) Staer, Sneads, FL; son-in-law Carl Picerno, Palm Beach, FL;

one sister Judy Thompson, Richmond, VA; sixteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

Wendell Ray Hodges, Sr. age 80 of Cottondale, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 in Dothan, Al.  Wendell moved to Cottondale three years ago from Washington County. He attended Gulf Coast College where he earned his AA Degree and his Bachelors in Religious Education from Gulf Coast Seminary.  He loved the Lord above everything and always put Him first. He served as deacon and a Sunday school teacher for 50 years. He was a member of First Baptist in Chipley for the last 13 years. Wendell was a member of the NRA. His children will remember him for being the BEST DAD EVER!

He was preceded in death by his first wife Mary Hodges, sister Faye Marie Perkins, and his nephew Tim Perkins.

Wendell is survived by his wife Lannie Hodges of Cottondale, sons Wendell Ray Hodges, Jr. and wife Carla of Crystal Lake, FL, Jonathan Waits and wife Stacy of Chipley, Jason Waits and wife Nancy of Chipley, three daughters Sandra G. Carroll and husband Mark of Lake Park, Georgia, Wendy L. Reynolds and husband Chuck of Fairview, TN, Jennifer Shea Groom and husband Ron of Panama City, three brothers Douglas Wayne Hodges and wife Nancy of Waycross, GA, William David Hodges and wife Gayle of Panama City, Samuel Riley Hodges and wife Gwen of Cottondale,  three sisters Pearlie M. Smith and husband Robert of Augusta, GA, Janice N. Williams and husband Frank of Kynesville, Phyllis E. Chance of Marianna, brother-in-law Charles Herman Merchant and wife Jan, and sister-in-law Becky Null. Wendell is also survived by his Uncle Jake Hersey, 19 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Services for Wendell will be held at 11:30 A.M., Wednesday, December 5, 2018 in the First Baptist Church of Chipley with Brother Mike Orr officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until time of service. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

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

Tamsy F. Armstrong age 80 of Marianna passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Marianna Health and Rehabilitation. She was born on January 13, 1938 in Quincy, Fl to the late Norman Francis Fain Sr. and Martha Virginia Thomas Fain. Tamsy had been a resident of Marianna since 2014 and was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. She graduated FSU in 1960 with a Bachelors degree. Tamsy was a talented seamstress, accomplished pianist, and loved to sing in the church choir. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Martha Virginia Stromberg, and sister, Virginia Hartje. Tamsy is survived by her son, Richard Armstrong and wife Valerie of Sharpsburg, Georgia; daughter, Tamsy Caroline Ramsey and husband Steve of Lake Charles, Louisiana; brother, Dr. Norman Francis Fain Jr. and wife Jo Ann of Melbourne, Florida; sister, Mary Jo Allman and husband Robert of Roswell, Georgia; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the St. Luke’s Episcopal Church with Father David Green officiating. A reception will be held in the parish hall following the service. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. 

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

James Edward Riffey, 88, of Canal Point, Florida died Saturday at his residence in Virginia Beach, Va. 

James Edward Riffey was the oldest son of Edward Lon Riffey and Reca Riffey of Bonifay, Florida. James grew up in the Lake Okeechobee area of Florida. He served 22 years in the Air Force until his retirement. He then began working as a government contractor for Universal Fuel Inc. at Fort Rucker Army base in Ozark, Alabama; retiring from there in 1996. He settled down with his family in Virginia Beach, Virginia. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jacqueline Wood of Glasgow, Scotland and grandson, Corey John Kwasny.

James is survived by his brother, John Truman Riffey; two sisters, Eva Lea Baucom and Peggy Paul; five children, Gary Riffey, Kurt Riffey, Dawn Glowatsky, Janine Matthews and Kerri Niang; 12 grandchildren, Derek, Ethan, Jakob & Christopher Riffey, Alec Panko, Chelsea George, Ashleigh & Reyce Haynes, Brittany Moon, Chaz, Dominic, Nicholas and Bachir Niang; Four Great Grandchildren, Raiyna Jacqueline Young, Trevor Caine Jernigan, Graeson George, Mia Jacqueline Niang

Funeral services will be 2 pm Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Union Hill Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at Union Hill Baptist Church.

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

Ballard Sills Bishop age 89 of Marianna passed away on Monday, December 3, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Dellwood, Florida on December 4, 1928 to the late Thomas Bernard and Wilma Amelia Sills Bishop. Ballard had been a resident of Marianna since 1993 and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and had a passion for genealogy. He retired from the United States Army after 22 years of service. During his military career Ballard served in the Korean Conflict with 330 Communications Recon Company as a corporal, he then served in Vietnam War as a Staff Sergeant. Ballard was in the Airforce for 3 years; he had 12 years of medical and field radio training. He also served in Hawaii, Guam, and Germany.

Ballard was preceded in death by his first wife Mikasu Bishop of Japan and his second wife, Eunice Lavelle Wester Bishop of Marianna; one brother and one sister. 

He is survived by his step daughter, Cheryl Pettus; nieces and nephews, Patricia Williamson, Freddy Ray Williamson, Danny Williamson, Debra Sue Williamson, Craig Bishop, Karyn Bishop, and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Marianna. Interment will follow at the Shady Grove Cemetery in Grand Ridge. A time of visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Civil War Trust. 

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