Debra Jean Hamilton, 59, of Grand Ridge died Saturday, November 5, 2016 at her residence. She was born January 1, 1957 in Chattahoochee and was a lifelong resident of Jackson County. Debbie was a homemaker and a member of Welcome Assembly of God Church in Dellwood.  She was preceded in death by her father, Bobby Alford. Survivors include her husband, Dick Hamilton; son, Jason Hamilton both of Grand Ridge;  her mother, Betty Gay of Dellwood;  brother, Robert Alford of Dellwood; sisters, Janet Grant and husband, Jimmy of Marianna,  Laurie Larrabee of Panama City;  numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services for Debbie will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 9th, 2016 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel with Rev. Charles Jackson officiating.  Interment will follow in Carpenter Cemetery, James & Sikes Funeral Home, Maddox Chapel directing. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7p.m. Tuesday November 8, 2016 at James & Sikes Maddox Chapel.      

Condolences may be made online at James & Sikes Funeral Homes • Maddox Chapel

Ms. Delatha Walker was born in Chattahoochee, Florida on Friday, July 30, 1954 to the late Mrs. Freddie Mae Walker and Reverend Leonard J. Walker, Jr. On Saturday, October 29, 2016 Delatha who was affectionately known by most as “Lacy” peacefully departed from this earthly home and answered the call from the Lord for her eternal heavenly home.

To cherish the memories of her life she leaves: father, Reverend Leonard James Walker, Sr. (Inez), Cincinnati, OH; sons: Leonard James Walker III of Tallahassee, FL and, Koron Ali Daniels of Tallahassee, FL; daughters: Africa Amour Wilson of Atlanta, GA and Zarien Atavia Colson (Anthony) of Quincy, FL; brother: Zeddie Lee Jones of Birmingham, AL; sisters: Janice Sheard of Chattahoochee, FL, Willie Mae Battle of Cairo, GA, Theresa Wood of Kileen, TX and Tammy Pollock of Quincy, FL; nine grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other sorrowing relatives and friends.  

Services were Sat., Nov. 5, 2016 at 11am at Greater Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 560 E. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Chattahoochee, FL. Crawford and Moultry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements 25 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Chattahoochee, FL.  ph (850) 663-4224.

Mrs. Ida Jean Lewis Tanner of Marianna, entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 4th in the Southeast Alabama Medical Center.  She was 62 years old.

 A native of Jackson County, she was an active member of the church founded by her late husband Rev. Robert Tanner, Jr., the Follow the Shepherd Church of God Worldwide Ministries.

 Precious memories will forever linger with three daughters, Felicia Snowden, She’ree Lewis (Ervin) both of Marianna, Florida and Stacy Turner (John) of Bascom, Florida; four grandchildren, Ja’Kil Snowden, Elijah Mathis, Noah Mathis all of Marianna, Florida and Ma’Ryiah Turner of Bascom, Florida; three sisters, Lucille Hamilton, Lula Sherrod both of Marianna, Florida and Espinola Oliver of Cottondale, Florida; four brothers, Davy Earl Sherrod of Orlando, Florida, Freddie Sherrod (Gail) of Cottondale, Florida, Willie Sherrod and Henry Sherrod, Sr., both of Marianna, Florida; two godchildren, LaKeshia Cobb of Marianna, Florida and LaShunta Sherrod of Panama City, Florida; three aunts, Lillie Hopkins, Luvenia Jennings and Meltoria Clark all of Greenwood, Florida; one uncle, Johnnie Lee Gilbert of Malone, Florida; two special and devoted friends, Andrewnette Bryant (Will) and Mattie McCalister (Rev. Arlester); special brother-in-law, Clarence Holden (Mildred) of Marianna, Florida; special sister-in-law, Martha Ming (Raymond) of Orlando, Florida; and a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins, other relatives and friends.

 A homegoing celebration will be held Saturday, November 12th at 1:00p.m. at Springfield African Methodist Episcopal Church with Pastor Hollis McClendon, Rev. Arlester McCalister, Rev. Mary Myrick and Rev. Mark Dudley officiating.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery with arrangements entrusted to the Caring Staff at Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna.

David “Wade” Smith age 54 of Sneads, passed away on November 8, 2016 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital due to unexpected heart complications.

He was preceded in death by two brothers Charles “Dale” Smith and Terry Smith, maternal grandparents Tom and Edna Hall, paternal grandmother Viola Smith, two uncles Charles Hall and Wallace Hall, two aunts Gwen Lanier and Arlene Hall.

Wade is survived by his mother Doris Hall Smith Traylor, one brother Frankie Traylor, step-brother Chuck Smith, sister Tammy Traylor Barrentine, two nieces Tori Barrentine Joyner and Brooke Barrentine, two nephews Colin Barrentine and Trey Smith, great nephew Corbin Joyner, two aunts Connie (Terry) Keeter and Betty Hamilton, uncle Bobby Hall, and a host of cousins.

Wade enjoyed catfishing, watching western shows, and doing carpentry work.

Services for Wade will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, November 14, 2016 in the El Bethel Assembly of God Church Pastor Derek Howell and Rev. Bill Mayo officiating. Interment will follow in Dykes Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 1:00 P.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. 

The Reverend William Calvin Pierce, Jr. was blessed to the proud parents of the late Mr. & Mrs. William and Sylvia Pierce, Sr. of Defuniak Springs, Florida on the joyous Sunday of May 17, 1953.  On Monday, November 7, 2016 in the West Florida Covenant Care of Pensacola, Florida, God called Rev. Pierce home to rest. 

Rev. Pierce was a 1971 graduate of Vernon High School in Vernon, Florida where he was an outstanding and exceptional student athlete in the sports of football and basketball.  He received numerous honors recognizing his stupendous athletic ability.

Rev. Pierce possessed an array of skills, knowledge and abilities as a sub-contractor in the area of concrete and masonry, he owned and operate the Pierce Concrete Company for thirty-five years with major projects and productions spanning the entire northwest Florida region.  Rev. Pierce also became co-owner of TLC “True Living Christian” restaurant in Ponce De Leon, Florida.

Rev. Pierce was a devoted and committed minister of the African Methodist Episcopal Church receiving his calling into the ministerial studies and preached his initial sermon in May of 2003 at his home church, St. Mary AME of Caryville, Florida.

Rev. Pierce was a meek, humble, and dutiful Shepard to the following churches he served as Pastor: St. James AME Church of Millville, Florida, Sylvania AME Church and New Bethel AME Church of Vernon, Florida.

Rev. Pierce was united in a giving, supportive and loving union of marriage to Anna Louise Stallworth on May 28, 2011 at Hurst Chapel AME Church of Pensacola, Florida.  

Rev. Pierce was preceded in transition by his loving parents, his son Derrick and his Father-in-law, Rev. Johnnie B. Stallworth.  Cherishing his memory is his devoted wife, Anna Louise, Pensacola, FL; daughter Candance (Montrez), Panama City, FL; three sisters, Mary Broxton (Willie), Caryville, FL; Annie Pearl Broughton (Wilton) Grand Bay, AL; Willie Mae (Rev. James) Caryville, FL; one niece like a sister, Sonya Peterson (Wilford), Dothan, AL; four nephews, Dayon Broxton, Tallahassee, FL; Bruce Broughton (Veronica), and Bryan Broughton, Grand Bay, Al; Brandon Broughton (Stephanie) Patterson, NY; Tony Johns (Tiffany), Caryville, FL; God Mother, Mattie Rea Davis; God Sister Shirley Randolph; a lifelong friend, Elder Tony Howard; a dedicated friend Dec. James Tanner; his faithful nurse, Jasmine Polk; other relatives & friends, 

Home Going Services will be held 11 A.M. CST, Saturday, November 12, 2016 from the sanctuary of the St. Mary A.M.E Church with Presiding Elder Phillip V. Russ IV and Rev. Freddie Tellis, officiating.  Committal Services will follow in the St. Mary Church Cemetery with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida, directing.  

A public viewing will be held on Friday, November 11, 2016 from 3-9 P.M. in the Cooper Funeral Home Chapel of Chipley, Florida, and on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at the church from 10 A.M. until time for services at 11 A.M. 

Richard Arnold Williams of Sneads, Florida moved into his eternal home on Thursday, November 10th, 2016.

He was born in St. Louis, Missouri at St. Louis Maternity Hospital on March 9th, 1947. He was welcomed by his loving parents, Vivian Alice (Weinhold) Williams and Arnold Tredwell Williams.

Richard was baptized into the Lutheran Church on April 13th, 1947 at Messiah Lutheran Church in St. Louis, Missouri.  His Godparents were Myrtle Weinhold and Edwin Weinhold.

He grew up attending Boy Scouts, where his dad was a scout master. Richard would eventually go on to become an Eagle Scout, where he earned many badges and honors.

Richard attended Roosevelt High school in St. Louis, Missouri.  He was an active trumpet player in the marching band and he lettered in track and field. Richard graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1965.

He began his career with the United States Navy in 1966.  Throughout the years, he served in an active-duty capacity, as well as with the reserves.

Richard was a jack-of-all-trades, and did many things throughout his lifetime...most of his careers involved law enforcement, cooking, mechanics, and newspaper advertising. While in the Navy, he served in Aviation Maintenance, Base Police, and as a Mess Specialist.  Additionally, Richard served in local law enforcement in various suburbs throughout the St. Louis area, as well as in Ozark County, Missouri.  Richard was also a talented baker, and he opened various donut-shops in both Missouri and Arkansas. 

He was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Enterprise, Alabama for several years, and was a recent member of Ascension Lutheran Church in Marianna, Florida.

Richard was a definite outdoorsman and he enjoyed several outdoor activities, including fishing, duck-hunting, water-dog training, and deer-hunting. He also enjoyed a variety of sports, and on any given-Saturday during the months of September through November, you could bet he was watching his favorite team play football: The Florida State Seminoles.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Arnold and Vivian Williams, and by his loving daughter Jamie Jean Williams who passed in 1987.

Richard is survived by his daughters Sherry A. Roche (Christopher), and Amy D. Fictum (Lyle), and by his son Adam P. Williams.

He is survived by 9 grand-children: Victoria Shiffler, Elijah Shiffler, Abigail Shiffler, Samuel Shiffler, Mary Shiffler, TJ Roche, Jonah Fictum, Tanner Fictum, and Meghan Fictum.

Richard is also survived by his beloved companion and wagging-friend, Winston, who was a faithful friend to the end.

Services will be held on Wednesday, November 16th, 2016 at Ascension Lutheran Church; 3975 Highway 90 Marianna, Florida at 2:00pm (CST).  Funeral arrangements being handled by Culley’s MeadowWood Funeral Home of Tallahassee, Florida.  Interment with military honors will be held at a later date at the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri.

Antwon Reshard Frost, Sr. 26 of Quincy, FL died Nov. 8, 2016.  He leaves to cherish his memories three sons, Antwon Reshard Frost, Jr., Austin Reshard Frost, and Allen Britton Frost; parents, Charlie D. and Bobbie Frost, Sr., one brother, Charlie D. Frost, Jr.; two sisters, Andrea Lawson, (Antoinne) and Diane Walker (Antawn) and grandparents, Charlie and Daisy Frost.

Funeral services were Sat., Nov. 12, 2016 at 11:00am at Deliverance Temple in Hardaway, FL.  Crawford & Moultry Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Rue Brantley Jr., age 65 of Seattle, Washington (Formerly of Campbellton, FL) passed away Monday November 7, 2016. He was born on June 18, 1951 in Campbellton, FL to the late Martha and Rue Brantley 

Memorial services will be held from 12 noon to 1p.m., Saturday November 19th 2016 at the New Bethel C.M.E. Church located 2487 Hwy 2 Cambellton, FL. where Reverend Freeman Walker Sr., pastor officiating.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by Two Brothers: Rashard Rue and Derek Rue Brantley (Bernetta)

Two Nieces: Eboni and Mia Brantley

One Nephew: Derek Rue Brantley II

Three Aunts: Gertrude Curry, Kattie Hall of Campbellton, FL and Jessie Russ of Jacksonville, FL

And many extended family members and friends.

Information provided by Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton, FL.

Jerry Timothy Cook, 48, of Grand Ridge died Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Bay Medical Hospice Center in Panama City. 

Jerry was born on January 30, 1968 to Jerry Wayne Cook and Sheila Arlene Morris Cook. He attended Marianna and Sneads High School.  Mr. Cook retired from the used tire business where he was affectionately known as the “Tire Man”. He was a Moose Lodge member for many years and enjoyed singing karaoke.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Wayne Cook; paternal grandparents, Charlie and Myrtle Cook; maternal grandparents, Fred C. “Speedy” and Raynell Morris and one sister, Debra Rene Hamm.

Surviviors include his mother, Sheila Cook; two daughters, Christy and Charlie Cook; two sons, Brent and Jeremy Cook; one uncle, Lester Cook; former wife, Stephanie Baker; a special friend Amanda Self; four grandsons and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm Friday, November 18, 2016 at Maddox Chapel with Rev. Juno Douglas officiating.  Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

 The family will receive friends from 1 pm until funeral time, Friday, November 18, 2016 at Maddox Chapel.

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

B F Brown, 91, of Marianna died, Monday, November 14, 2016 at Chipola Health and Rehabilitation Center in Marianna.

Born in Freeport, FL, Mr. Brown was a long time resident of Marianna and a former resident of Ferguson, MO and Spring Hill, FL.  He was a retired truck driver with Crown Diversified Industries.  Mr. Brown was a Methodist by faith and a U.S. Army veteran having served in WWII and the Korean conflict.

 Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his wife, Cora; his parents, Berry and Pearl Brown.

 Survivors include two brothers, B J Brown and Wife Eva, Dallas Brown and wife Jackie; two sisters, Myrtle Quals and Fannie Tew; two grandsons, John and Greg McDaniels, Sr.; Special great-granddaughter, Katie McDaniels; four great-great grandchildren and a special friend, Shirley Wheeler. 

Graveside funeral services will be conducted at 10 am, Friday, November 18, 2016 at Black Creek Cemetery in Freeport, Fl. with Guy Tatum officiating.  Military honors will be provided by the U.S. Army.

The family will receive friend from 5 to 7 pm, Thursday, November 17, 2016 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel. 

Expressions of Sympathy may be expressed on line at www.jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com

Margaret Rhyne passed away on October 6, 2016 at 98 years old.

A former resident of Marianna, Mrs. Rhyne was a teacher and long-time owner of Rhyne Kindergarten in Marianna.  After selling her school Margaret moved to Ashford, AL where she was active in the First Methodist Church and at the Nutrition Center there.  She traveled the United States to visit her daughter’s military family as they moved from place to place.  Margaret spent her last years residing with her daughter Jane’s family in Tampa.

Loves ones she will surly meet again in Heaven are Walter Alexander Rhyne, Hardy Rhyne, her sister, Janie Summerlin and her family and her brother, William Mack Pate.

She is survived by her daughter, Jane Hollyfield, grandson, Alex Hollyfield, Son-in-law Wallace Hollyfield, Jr.; nieces Judy Vilardi and Patti Mitchell; nephews, Bill, Bob and Mark Pate, Gordon, Glen and Richard Rhyne and many friends throughout the Wiregrass area.

Graveside memorial services will be at 1 pm, Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Riverside Cemetery in Marianna on her 99th. birthday.

Annie Loren Campbell McDaniel, age 84, of Grand Ridge, Florida passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016, in Panama City, Florida. She was a member of the El Bethel Assembly of God Church in Grand Ridge, Florida where she taught Sunday School, Bible Study and very active in Women’s Missions for many years. She loved visiting the sick and shut-ins and providing meals to many friends and neighbors. Her passion was God, her family, church, home, community and her flowers.

She is survived by one daughter, Belinda Haury and husband Charlie of Jacksonville, Fla., two sons, Burt McDaniel and wife Tammy of Ashville, N.C., Bob McDaniel and wife Denisa of Sneads, Fla., 17 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and an abundance of friends.

 She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cindy McDaniel Warren and her beloved husband of 54 years, Hubert E. (Muggins) McDaniel.

 Visitation with the family will take place Wednesday from 5:00 till 7:00 pm C.S.T., November 16, 2016, at El Bethel Assembly of God Church in Grand Ridge. Funeral services will take place at El Bethel Assembly of God Church with Rev. Clinton Howell officiating on Thursday at 10:00 am C.S.T. followed by interment at Dykes Cemetery in Sneads.

 Lanier-Andler Funeral Home of Sneads, Florida (850) 593-9900 is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Elvis Jennings of Bascom, FL transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Saturday, November 12, 2016 in Marianna Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday. November 19, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church 4895 River Road, Bascom, FL 32423 with Elder Horace Horne, Rev. Joseph Jackson and Rev. Leroy M. Hall Sr. Pastor, officiating.

Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Vann Funeral Home will be in charge of the service.

The viewing will be held Friday, November 18, 2016 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at Vann Funeral Home.

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

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

Father: Willie Jennings Sr. of Bascom, FL

6 Sisters: Alice Jennings, Minnie Thomas (Arthur) and Virginia Lewis (Melvin), all of Bascom, FL; Annie Jerger of Tallahassee, FL; Jeanette Greene (Tyrone) of Crawfordville, FL and Eula Scott (Kyle) of Hopewell, VA

Brother: Randy Jennings of Bascom, FL

Son: Elvis Jennings Jr. of West Palm Beach, FL

2 Sisters-in-Law:  Cheryl Jennings of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Minnie Jennings of Huntsville, TX

Special Friend: Peggy Garrett

And a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

Mr. Thomas Jefferson Dillard Sr. age 76 of Graceville passed away at his home on November 13, 2016. He was born on March 25, 1940 in Ellaville, Georgia to the late Ansel Dillard and Adelle Shaw Dillard. Thomas retired from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s department in Louisiana and has been a resident of Graceville for the past 25 years. He was of the Baptist faith and an avid outdoorsman that enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Kathleen Dillard; son, Thomas Jefferson Dillard Jr., one brother and one sister. He is survived by his daughters Cynthia Mullins and Hope Cates; siblings, John Dillard and Lane Odom; 3 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Memorialization will be by cremation.          

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

George Ryals “G.R.” Tyus, 93, of Grand Ridge, Florida died early Wednesday morning November 16, 2016 at Signature Healthcare Courtyard in Marianna. 

G. R. was a lifelong resident of Grand Ridge and retired from Florida State Hospital as an Assistant Laundry Supervisor.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, Technician 5th Grade in the 245th Port Company and served his country in World War II.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Everett and Thannie Tyus; brothers: J.H. (his identical twin), Lamar, Tim, Troy, and Russell Tyus and sister Inez Williams all of Grand Ridge. 

Survivors include his wife, Susie Mae (Neel); son, Mike Tyus of Grand Ridge; daughters, Gwen Conner and husband, Rubert of Grand Ridge and Neva Jones of Tallahassee; sister. Nell Thompson of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandchildren, Heather Pryor and husband, Shawn, Lann Tyus, Vicky  Centers and husband, Greg, Kim Revels and husband, Lawrence, Stephanie Larsen and husband, Rusty, Dana Garber and husband, Lance, and  Randy Jones; 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be at 11am Saturday, November 19, 2016 at Maddox Chapel.  Interment will follow at Cow Pen Pond Cemetery with military honors provided by the U.S. Army with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

The family will receive friends from 10am until funeral time at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel in Marianna.

Expressions of Sympathy may be made online at jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com.

Mr. Aggie Al Miller of Marianna, FL transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at his residence.

Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 2:00 PM from the sanctuary of the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church located at 3996 Wintergreen Road in the Two Egg Community of Greenwood, Florida with the Reverend L.V. Farmer (pastor) officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Vann Funeral Home in charge.

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

A viewing will be held on Friday, November 18, 2016 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Vann Funeral Home. 

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

Wife: Rosetta Miller, of Marianna, FL

Daughter: Jennifer Miller, of Orlando, FL

Four Stepdaughters: Sharon Razz (Herman) of Panama City, FL; Patricia Burgest (Johnny) of Orlando, FL; Robin Hayes (Lamont) of Greenwood, FL; Gwendolyn Montgomery of Atlanta, GA 

22 Grandchildren; 24 Great Grandchildren

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

Joe Wayne Bradberry, 79, of Bascom died at his home on Saturday, November 19, 2016.

He was a native and life long resident of Jackson County. Joe served our country in both the United States Air Force and Navy. He retired from Insurance Sales after working for Independent Life and American General insurance Companies in the Marianna Service area. He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Bascom where he served as a deacon. Joe touched many lives playing  guitar and singing throughout his life.

He was Preceded in death by his father; Joe Franklin Bradberry, mother; Ruby Arlene Johnson (Conrad); Brother; Roy Bradberry and a sister; Margette Bradberry.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gayle Culpepper Bradberry; daughter, Lana Blackburn, two grandsons; Trevor and Seth Blackburn, sister; Jeanette Taylor and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends, Monday, November 21, 2016 from 5pm- 7pm at James & Sikes Maddox Chapel.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 10 am from the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Bascom with Dr. Jerry Windsor, Revs. Henry Fullington & Paul Moore. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens with James & Sikes Funeral Homes Maddox Chapel Directing.

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

Tyler Stephen Raiford-Andrews, 8, of Grand Ridge, Fl, was granted his angel wings on November 18, 2016 following a lifelong illness. His final days were spent surrounded by his twin brother, Leo; his mother, Elizabeth Raiford; his step dad, Walter Warner; his nana, Mary Floyd; gmom, Ronda Raiford, as well as the Covenant Hospice ladies whom fell in love with him instantly.

Tyler’s family sends their condolences to family and friends that Tyler had touched in some small way throughout his short, yet very memorable life.

Tyler’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. His gentle smile could melt the hearts of those around him and though he never spoke a word, his voice and thoughts could always be heard.

Although Tyler’s illness made him appear frail, he possessed strength, perseverance, and an ability to overcome incredible odds. With his courage he helped numerous people believe in miracles and that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. He could spend hours cuddling close to those he loved. He enjoyed music of all kinds, sleeping late, and Alabama football. He loved listening to the sounds of football, his twin brother Leo talk, laugh and cry which would make him smile. 

Tyler loved all his nurses at Tallahassee Children’s Center. They always made him feel super special and always loved. He loved his people to pieces. Tyler was always a happy child with smiles for days, no matter the hardship he endured.

With Tyler’s passing we are reminded that his life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss him dearly, we will especially miss his infectious smile. He will forever remain in our hearts. Through his teachings about life we were able to create wonderful memories and it has been a privilege to be his parents. We are so thankful to have been able to call him our son.

Tyler was preceded in death by his great grandfather, William J. Floyd; great grandfather, James Raiford; great grandmother, Constance Raiford; great aunt, Debbie Mullen, and great uncle, Thomas M. Floyd

Tyler is survived in death by his twin brother, Leo J. Raiford-Andrews; his mother, Elizabeth Raiford; step father, Walter Warner of Grand Ridge,Fl.; his step siblings, Kayla, Jason and James Warner of Deltona, Fl.; his step brother, Kyle Andrews of West Plains, Mo.; his father, Chad Andrews of West Plains, Mo.; his grandfather, Eugene Raiford of Wyoming; grandmother, Ronda Raiford of Grand Ridge, Fl.; grandmother, Karen Andrews of West Plains, Mo.; grandfather, Brent Andrews of Tucson, Az; great grandmother, Mary Floyd of Grand Ridge, Fl.; aunt, Amanda Andrews and Melanie Olmstead; cousins, Logan Heitzman and Liam Rosenboom of Tucson, Az.; cousins, Irvanna and Haley Olmstead of Bartow, Fl., and many other family members from all over.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services. Private interment will follow with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

Expressions of Sympathy may be made on line at jamesandsikesfuneralhomes.com.

Ms. Marilyn Denise Mitchell Lee, age 54, daughter of Elder Veloria W. Preyer, of Panama City, FL went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 in Panama City, FL.

Visitation will be 9:00 AM until funeral time of 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 26, 2016 at The Rock of Panama City, 2413 Harris Avenue, Panama City, Florida.

She will be laid to rest in the Hillside Cemetery, Panama City, FL under the directions of Christian Memorial Chapel. Additional information can be obtained at: www.pittmanchristianmemorial.com.

Mrs. Pearly Lee Holland of Cottondale, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Monday, November 21, 2016 in Marianna Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Mrs. Holland was a member of the Mount Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Homegoing Celebration of life services will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at 11:00 AM from the sanctuary of the Mount Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church with Reverend Charles E. Flowers (pastor) presiding, Reverend Douglas Jones, Elder Earlene Henderson, Reverend Jessica Muse, and Reverend Edith H. Austin officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Vann Funeral Home in charge.

The viewing will be held on Friday, November 25, 2016 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Vann Funeral Home. 

Mrs. Holland will lie in repose at the church from 10:00 AM until time for the service.

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

Son: Lenton Holland (Martha) of Cottondale, Florida

Daughter: Mary Ann Bell (Leon) of Gainesville, Florida

Stepmother: Ora Lee Sims of Marianna, Florida

Daughter-in-Law: Eva Holland of Cottondale, Florida

Three Sisters-in-Law: Catherine Spires of Marianna, Florida; Ella Ree Holden of Cottondale, Florida; and Leola Johnson of Lynn Haven, Florida

Eleven Grandchildren, Thirty Great-Grandchildren, Nine Great-Great Grandchildren

Special Friends: Jane Brown, Evelyn Rainey, and Velma Mount

And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, others relatives, and many dear friends.