Obituaries
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Passed September 19, 2026
Mrs. Sarah A. Riley of Lynn Haven, Florida died on September 19, 2026 at age 87. She worked in the Gulf County and Bay County educational systems for over 30 years. After retiring, Mrs. Riley and her late husband,…
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Passed September 17, 2026
DEACON L. L. HAWTHORNE, JR. , transitioned peacefully into the presence of the Lord on September 17, 2026. He was born to the late L. L. Hawthorne, Sr. , and Leila B. Knight Hawthorne in Marianna, Florida, on March 8,…
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Passed September 09, 2026
David L. Mitchell, age 76, of Marianna, Florida passed on September 9, 2026. A memorial service honoring the life of Mr. Mitchell will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:00 noon at Peoples Funeral Home…
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Passed September 04, 2026
It is with heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of Robbie Jo Neal, who gained her heavenly wings on Friday, September 4th after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Robbie was born on April 25,…
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Passed September 03, 2026
It is with heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of Estelle Granberry-Wade, a native of Jackson County, Florida, who made her life and home in Tampa, Florida. She departed this life on September 3, 2026, at…
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Passed August 30, 2026
Mr. Wilbur Euguene White of Marianna, Fl entered into eternal rest on Sunday August 30, 2026, in Jackson Hospital with his family at his bedside. He was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson County; he was a…
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Passed August 11, 2026
LUCY PITTMAN entered into this world on February 23, 1948, in Marianna, Florida, born to the late Lucressie (Stephens) and Willie “Nan” Pittman, Sr. At an early age, Lucy welcomed Jesus into her life as her personal…
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Passed August 09, 2026
Mrs. Amie Lee Summerwell of Marianna, FL entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 09, 2026, in the comfort of her home on Mahan Dr. She was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson County, FL, she was employed by…
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Passed July 22, 2026
Mrs. Deborah Yvonne Andrews, age 66, of Panama City, Florida, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Her vibrant spirit,…
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Passed June 27, 2026
Sharon Shelisa Thomas received the gift of life on June 22, 1976 to Exie Lee Smith and Charles Henry Peterson. Sharon was a member of Greenwood Chapel Church and attended Malone High School. She was self-employed and…
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Passed June 22, 2026
Lucy Kennedy “Lucy B” was born to Deacon Albert Payne, Sr. and Mrs. Johnnie Payne on November 23, 1942. She departed this life on Monday, June 22, 2026. Mrs. Kennedy is preceded in death by her parents, Deacon Albert,…
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Passed June 19, 2026
The caring staff and professionals of People’s Funeral Home respectfully announce the passing of Mr. Timothy Lee Thomas, age 68. Mr. Thomas was born on July 27, 1957, in Panama City, Florida, and departed this life on…
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January 28, 1991 - May 21, 2026
Cassandra R. Elder was born on January 28, 1991, to loving parents, Patrica Jones and Rodney Elder, in Marianna, Florida. She lived life exactly the way she wanted: funny and full of love. Cassandra departed her…
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Passed May 18, 2026
Gene Earl Mount (Pokey) was born on December 21, 1961, in Donalsonville, Georgia, to the late Trudie Mae Brelove and Levi Brelove. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of the Snowhill AME Church. He was…
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Passed May 09, 2026
TIME TO BE BORN: On June 25, 2025, Marianna, Florida, JA’MARI KEEN MATHIS was welcomed by his loving parents, Jaliyah R. Louise Holmes and Jamyrick Nashard Mathis. He was five days late, but still right on time. TIME…
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Passed May 08, 2026
Victoria Charnel Burris was born the second daughter to Jenene and Maurice Burris on February 27, 1986, in Tampa, Florida. At 20 months old, the Burris Family was reassigned to Ramstein Airbase, Germany. At six years…
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Passed April 30, 2026
Mr. Eric L. Greene of Pensacola, Fl and formerly of Sneads, FL entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at his residence. Memorialization will be by cremation with Peoples Funeral Home in charge of…
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Passed April 29, 2026
Sister Vivian Darby of Marianna, FL entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at her residence with her loving family at her bedside. Vivian 96, was born to Phyllis Copeland and George Harley. Vivian…
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Passed April 24, 2026
Mrs. Myrtis Cecilia Allen Lewis peacefully transitioned on April 24, 2026, in Clinton, Maryland. She was born on October 28, 1955, in St. Augustine, Florida, to the late Mr. Elijah Allen, Jr. , and Mrs. Jennie Allen.…
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Passed April 22, 2026
Mr. Anthony E. Smith, Sr. , of Marianna, Florida, was born on July 9, 1962, to the late Reverend Emmon F. Smith, Sr. , and Mary Lee Speights (Mack). He accepted Christ into his life at a very early age. He attended…
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Passed April 20, 2026
Mrs. Donna Smith-Sims (61) of Clearwater, Florida– entered the sunset of life on Monday, April 20, 2026. Wake services will be held 5:00-7:00 PM on Friday, May 1, 2026, at St. Matthew First Missionary Baptist Church.…
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Passed March 29, 2026
On January 3, 1982, in Marianna, Florida, a beautiful baby girl was born to Virginia Tranquille and the late Roshell Bellamy. She was a happy, healthy, and joyful baby who was the apple of her parents’ eye. She was…
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Passed March 18, 2026
NAPOLEON BYRD, JR. , affectionately known as “Nap,” was born on November 15, 1949, in Sanford, Florida, to the late Napoleon Byrd, Sr. He was lovingly raised by his grandmother, the late Jessie Byrd, who played a…