Mrs. Frances Newman, 64 of Chipley passed away, Tuesday in Chipley. Mrs. Newman was born in Orlando and had lived in Gadsden County for most of her life. She was of the Pentecostal Faith.
Survivors include:
1 Brother Ray Newman and an Aunt Cherie Sterling of Lake Placid Florida
Services will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, September 24, from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Interment
will be by cremation. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Harold Richard Currier III, of Bristol passed away Tuesday evening, September 20, 2005 in Blountstown. Mr. Currier was born in Fort Gordon, Georgia and had had lived in Bristol for many years. He was retired from the Florida Department of Transportation and was also retired from the US Army National Guard after serving for 26 years.
Survivors include:
His wife Elsie Currier of Bristol
3 Sons- Harold Richard Currier IV of Lake Mary, FL
Walter Lee Currier of Lawndale, NC
Dennis Ray Currier of Bristol
1 Daughter- Phyllis Wright of Bristol
1 Brother- Raleigh Samford of Pensacola
2 Sisters- Barbara Ann Jackson of Crystal River and Jackie Samford of Milton
8 Grandchildren
He was preceded in death by a grandchild- Mathew
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM EST Friday, September 23, from the Lake Mystic Baptist Church with Reverend Victor Walsh officiating. Interment
will follow in the Lake Mystic Cemetery in Bristol. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM EST Thursday at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home in Bristol is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Christine Jump Ayers, 82 of Blountstown, passed away Tuesday, September 20 in Blountstown. Mrs. Ayers was born in Griffin, Georgia and had had lived in Blountstown most of her life.
Survivors include:
1 sister - Gladys Kinville and husband Joe of Blountstown
1 Step- Grandson - David Wellman of Panama City
2 great grandchildren - Brittany and Bobbie Wellman of Panama City
Several Nieces and Nephews including Richard Hensley of Blountstown and Barbara Jean Gibson of Griffin, Georgia.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Friday, September 23, 2005 at the Adams Funeral Home chapel in Blountstown with Reverend Art Menard officiating. Interment
will follow at the Sunny Hill Cemetery near Altha. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Thursday evening at the Adams Funeral Home. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Mazie Lou Milligan, 80 of Sneads and formerly of Blountstown, passed away Thursday, September 22, in Marianna. Mrs. Milligan was born in Gordon, Alabama and had lived in Blountstown for most of her life. She was a homemaker and was a member of the First Assembly of God Church.
Survivors include:
3 Sons- Raydell Milligan of Montana, Jerold Milligan of Malone, and Tony Milligan of Blountstown.
2 Daughters- Pat Mason and her husband Steve of Millry, Alabama and Rhonda Cox and her husband Garry of Grand Ridge
1 Sister- Susie Malloy of Blountstown
9 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren and several Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, September 24, from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Interment
will follow in the Nettle Ridge Cemetery near Blountstown. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Winston Lee Hill, 71 of Sumatra Passed away Friday in Tallahassee after an extended illness. Mr. Hill was a native and life long resident of Sumatra. He ran Parrish Grocery in Sumatra for many years and attended the Sumatra Assembly of God Church. He was a retired Staff Sergeant serving in the US Army. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed spending time as a sportsman.
He was preceded in death by his wife Aileen Hill, 2 Brothers, James and Ras Hill, a Sister, Evelyn Butler and his parents, Willie and Rossie Hill.
Survivors include:
1 Step-Son- Samuel Hussey of Tallahassee
1 Brother- Billy Hill of Sumatra, a niece JoAnn Fant and Several other Nieces and Nephews.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM EST Sunday, August 28, from the Sumatra Assembly of God Church. Interment
will follow in the Sumatra Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Saturday, August 27, at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Theophilus "Phil" Paul, 70 of Altha, passed away Thursday in Blountstown. Mr. Paul was born in Hawks, Michigan and had lived in Calhoun County since 1999. He was of the Catholic Faith.
Survivors include:
A Very Special Friend- Gloria Robinson of Altha
1 Daughter- Kathleen Susan Paul of Lahaina, Hawaii
2 Brothers- Author J. Paul of Newland, North Carolina and Conrad Paul of Laingsburg, Michigan
A Sister- Evelyn J. Paul of Redington Shores, Florida
Memorialization will be by cremation. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Martie Mae Watts, 89 of Telogia, passed away Monday, August 15, in Blountstown. Mrs. Watts was born February 26, 1916 in Juniper, Florida. She was a kind, loving lady. Everyone who knew her saw a glimpse of Jesus. She walked and talked her faith. She was a member of the Telogia Assembly of God Church in Telogia for many years. Most of her adult life was spent serving God, her family and community. As a young woman she served as a certified class A welder at the Panama City Ship Yard during World War II.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Horace and Georgia Williams; a Daughter, Jeannie Collins; her Stepmother, Hattie Williams; Brother, Lewis Williams; 2 Sisters, Lillie Bell Moore and Thelma Chason; 2 Infant Sons; and son-in law Forest Horn and a Daughter- in- Law Geraldine Watts.
Survivors include:
Her devoted Husband of 71 years, Cecil Watts
5 Sons- Lonnie Watts of Plant City; Leslie Watts and his wife Lois of Cave City; Arkansas; Marvin Watts and his wife Eva of Mulberry, Florida; Edward Watts and his wife Polly of Monticello, Arkansas; and Carlos Watts and his wife Pat of Columbus, Georgia
2 Daughters- Delois Burke and her husband Earl of Hosford and Jo Horn of Bangor, Michigan
1 Brother- Elbert Williams
31 Grandchildren, 75 Great Grandchildren and 6 Great Great Grandchildren
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM EST Wednesday, August 17, from the Telogia Assembly of God Church with Reverend Thomas Adams officiating. Interment
will follow in the Sanders Cemetery in Hosford. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM EST Tuesday at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements
Mrs. Lee Vera Wynn, 87 of Blountstown, passed away Monday morning in Panama City. Mrs. Wynn was a native and life long resident of Calhoun County and was a member of the Victory Hill Pentecostal Holiness Church near Blountstown. She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Wynn.
Survivors include:
Her Son- James (Jim) Wynn of Panama City
2 Brothers- Theron Shiver of South Carolina and Oliver Shiver of Georgia
3 Sisters- Jess Doyal of Blountstown, Inez Bauldree of Altha, and Maude Owens of Mobile, AL. and 3 Grandchildren
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, August 17, from the Victory Hill Pentecostal Holiness Church with Reverend Dewayne Tolbert officiating. Interment
will follow in the Victory Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Tuesday evening at the Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Laura "Bouquet" Melissa Mercer Moctezuma, 50, of Bristol, passed away Saturday morning at her home. Mrs. Moctezuma was a native and life long resident of Hosford and was a member of the Blountstown Community Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents - Charlie and Lizzie Ellamae Mercer, 2 Brothers, John Mercer and Earnest Roy Shiver and a Sister- Evie Bell Shiver.
Survivors include:
Her husband Anastasio Moctezuma of Bristol,
A Son- Randy Kent of Bristol
A Daughter- Dixie White of Blountstown
3 Brothers- Gene Mercer and Irvin Shiver both of Bristol and E.J. Shiver of Orlando
3 Sisters- Edie Mercer of Bristol, Lois Mercer of Blountstown, and Shirley Smith of Panama City
4 Grandchildren- Kelsey, Kimberly, Brandon and Gabriella
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM EST Wednesday, August 3, from the graveside of Bristol Cemetery with Reverend Buddy Elkins officiating. Interment
will follow. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM EST Tuesday at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 643-5410
Mr. Kenneth Temple, 60 of Blountstown, passed away Sunday morning at his home. Mr. Temple was a native and life long resident of Calhoun County and a Baptist. He was a sheet metal worker and a member of the Jacksonville Sheet Metal Union.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Estelle Temple, a daughter, Regina Gaye Temple and a brother, Benny Temple.
Survivors include: 2 Sons- Robert Temple of Dallastown, PA and Jeffery Kevin Temple of Blountstown.
2 Brothers- Lynn Wayne Temple of Panama City and Johnny Temple of Jackson County
1 Sister- Patricia Temple Hoyt of Fountain
10 Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM Thursday, June 23, from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel. Interment
will follow in the Poplar Head Cemetery in Clarksville. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Wednesday, June 22, at the Adams Funeral Home. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449
Mrs. Allie Mae Tharpe, 85 of Blountstown, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2005 in Blountstown. Mrs. Tharpe was a native and life long resident of Blountstown and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Carr Advent Christian Church where she was very active in church activities. She was also very active in the Calhoun County Senior Citizens and the Carr/ Clarksville Volunteer Fire Department.
She was the last surviving member of the Tharpe family being preceded in death by her brothers- Julian, Gordon, Perry and Aubrey Tharpe, and her sisters - Inez Herndon, Ruby Newsome, and Chrystelle Nichols.
Survivors include:
2 Nieces- Jan Chambers and her husband Darwin and Jeanette Johnson and her husband Howard all of Blountstown and a host of other nieces, nephews, great and great great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, June 12, 2005 from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown with Reverend Howard Boyd and Wendell Owensby officiating. Interment
will follow in the Poplar Head Cemetery in Clarksville. The family will receive friends 12:00 - 2:00 PM on Sunday. Flowers will be accepted however donations to Covenant Hospice (4440 Lafayette St Marianna, FL 32446) or the Carr Advent Christian Church (20509 NW SR 73 Clarksville, FL 32430) will be appreciated. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449
Mr. Ronnie Rich, 64 of Kinard, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2005 in Blountstown.
He was a Florida native, born in Port St. Joe and had lived in Naples, FL many years.
Mr. Rich had been a professional fisherman and also worked as a taxi driver.
Survivors include:
3 sons - Jamie Rich and his wife Paula, of Kinard, Robbie Rich and his wife Belinda of Valdosta, Georgia and Mickey Rich of Naples, Florida
3 stepsons - Carlton Pass and his wife Becky of Kinard, Adam and Lonnie Heckleman
1 daughter - Renee Rich of Naples, Florida
2 brothers - Charlie Rich and his wife Linda of Emperor, Kansas and Junior Rich and his wife Charlotte of Marathon, Florida
13 grandchildren and many friends and neighbors
He was predeceased by his parents, Clyde and Emmaline Rich and his brother, Larry Rich.
Funeral Services will be held 10:30 A.M. Monday, May 23, 2005, graveside from the Holly Hill Cemetery in Port St. Joe with Pastor Jason Lowrey officiating. The family is receiving friends at their home in Kinard. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Valerie L. Bodden Waid Griffin 48 of Jacksonville, FL passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2005 in Jacksonville. Mrs. Griffin had lived in Bristol for 14 years prior to moving back to Jacksonville in 1997. She was a dedicated Direct Care Instructor at the Edwards Group Home in Jacksonville and had also worked at the Liberty Immediate Care Facility. Mrs. Griffin was of the Baptist faith and had attended Lake Mystic Baptist Church in Bristol. She was a member of the East 44th Baptist Church in Jacksonville.
Survivors include:
Her husband Lawrence Griffin of Jacksonville
1 son - Charles David Waid of Jacksonville
1 brother - Michael Beach of Jacksonville
2 aunts - Beulah Schneider and her husband Lynn of Jacksonville
Dorothy L. Davis of Woodstock, Georgia
A host of other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Vera (Minton) Bodden.
Memorial services will be held 2:00 P.M. EST Sunday, May 22, 2005 graveside at the Lake Mystic Cemetery in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home in Bristol is in charge of the arrangements
Mr. John M. Moncrief, 63 of Bristol, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2005 in Panama City. A lifelong resident of Liberty County, Mr. Moncrief was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a self employed carpenter. Mr. Moncrief was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Lake Mystic Baptist Church. He served our country in the Vietnam War as a Sgt. in the U.S. Army.
Survivors include:
His wife - Mary Moncrief of Bristol
1 daughter - Melissa O'Neal and her husband Lee, of the Mt. Pleasant community
2 sons - Cliff Moncrief of Bristol and Terry Moncrief of Spokane, Washington
1 sister - Marilyn McCoy of Cairo, Georgia
2 grandsons - John Douglas and Eric Lee O'Neal
He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Zada Moncrief.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. EST Wednesday, May 18, 2005 from the Lake Mystic Baptist Church in Bristol, FL with the Rev. Clyde Roberts officiating. Interment
will follow at the Lake Mystic Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6 - 8 P.M. EST Tuesday, May 16, 2005 at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol.
Mrs. Ora Virginia Bailey, 94 of Crescent City, Florida passed away Thursday, May 12, in Crescent City. Mrs. Bailey was born in Gulf County and had lived in Calhoun County for most of her life before moving to Crescent City. She was a homemaker and a member of the Abe Springs Pentecostal Holiness Church near Blountstown.
Survivors include:
1 Son- Wallace Bailey and his wife Carolyn of Pierson, Florida
2 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren and a host of extended family members.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Monday, May 16, from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Edgar Fuqua officiating. Interment
will follow in the Cypress Creek Cemetery in Kinard. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Sunday, May 15, at the Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown.
Mrs. Helen Cox, 85 of Marianna, Florida, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2005 at home.
She was born in Glendale, Florida and had lived in Jackson County for almost 60 years. Mrs. Cox earned her BA degree from the Florida State College for Women (now known as FSU) in 1942 and was an educator for 31 years in Jackson County, teaching home economics and science. She was an active member of the AARP, Widowed Persons and the First United Methodist Church Quilters Club. Mrs. Cox was a charter member of the Jackson County Teachers Credit Union, serving on the board for 30 years. She was a member of the "Golden Club" at First United Methodist Church in Marianna, attending actively over 50 years.
Survivors include:
2 sons - William E. "Flip" Cox and his wife Mil, of Chipley, FL
Al Cox and his wife Linda, of Marianna, FL
2 daughters - Pam Paxton and her husband Jim, of Dothan, AL
Kim Nance and her husband Bill, of Valrico, FL
10 grandchildren
6 great grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Edwin Cox, Jr., her parents Walter and Addie Henley, six brothers and one sister.
The family will receive friends Thursday, May 19, 2005 from 6 - 8 P.M. at the First United Methodist Church at 2901 Caledonia Road in Marianna. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Helen's memory to the First United Methodist Church in Marianna, The World War II Memorial Fund or Covenant Hospice of Marianna. The family plans a private memorial service. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. John "J.Y." Wimberly 73, of Sumatra, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2005 in Panama City. Mr. Wimberly was born in the Alliance Community and had lived in Sumatra since 1993. He was retired from the St. Joe Paper Mill after 42 years of service and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the US Army. He was a member of the Sumatra Baptist Church in Sumatra.
He is survived by his wife Marie Wimberly of Sumatra and mother-in-law Thelma Walker.
4 Sons- Michael Wimberly and his wife Karen and Andy Wimberly of Michigan, Charles Wimberly and his wife Carey of Macon Georgia and Wayne Wimberly and his wife Beulah of Wewahitchka.
1 Daughters- Anita Brown and her husband Jack of Michigan
2 Step Sons- Wayne Barfield and his wife Melynn of Sumatra and Toby Barfield and his wife Lynn of Crawfordville.
1 Step Daughter- Cheryl Raffield and her husband Ronnie of Sumatra.
1 Bother- Junior Wimberly and his wife Virginia of Pace.
3 Sisters- Evelyn Spivey and her husband Herman of Montgomery, Alabama, Joyce LaRock and husband Ed of Curwensville, Pennsylvania, and Ann Jackson and husband Roy of Alliance.
27 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM EST Friday, May 13, from the Sumatra Baptist Church with Reverend Sam Sullivan and Reverend Beau Cooksey officiating. Interment
will follow in the Sumatra Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM EST Thursday, May 12, at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5410
Mrs. Cebelle Singletary, 86 of Bristol, passed away Sunday, May 08, 2005 in Blountstown. Mrs. Singletary was a native and life long resident of Bristol and was a member of the Bristol United Methodist Church as well as a member of the Buddleia Garden Club in Tallahassee for many many years. She was the chief operator for the PBX phone service for Florida State University and later worked as a receptionist for the Tallahassee Federal Savings and Loan until her retirement.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Richard Singletary.
Survivors include:
2 Sons- Don Singletary and his wife Patricia of Tallahassee, and Sammy Singletary and his wife Barbara of Bristol
4 Grandchildren- Ricky Singletary and his wife Sheryl, Douglass Singletary and his wife Shauna, both of Tallahassee and Dana Burns and her husband Bruce and Jason and his wife Michelle of Hosford and 6 Great Grandsons.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM EST Wednesday, May 11, 2005 from the Lake Mystic Baptist Church with Reverend Tim Elder officiating. Interment
will follow in the Blue Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM EST Tuesday, May 10, at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 643-5410
Mr. Archie Hair, 82 of St Petersburg, passed away Sunday in St. Petersburg. Mr. Hair was born in Altha was retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the US Navy.
Survivors include:
4 Sons- Lynn and Lewis Hair both of St. Petersburg, John Hair of North Carolina, and Leo Hair of California
2 Daughters Rose Ann Nemyier of Lewisville, North Carolina and Mary Ellen Longo of Miami and their mother Mary Donna Hair
Grandchildren- Christopher, Jon Michael, Vanessa, and Jason Hair, Patty and Jennifer Nemyier, and Michael John Cooper
Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM CST Wednesday from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Chris Goodman officiating. Interment
will follow in the Macedonia Cemetery near Blountstown.
Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449
Mrs. Sheral Bass Pate 62, of Wewahitchka, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2005 at her home. Mrs. Pate was born in Wewahitchka and lived there many years. She had worked as a law secretary and in her later years earned her CNA certificate, but most importantly was a devoted mother and homemaker.
Survivors include:
A Daughter- Christa L. Pate of Milton, FL
A Sister- Vicki Scott and her husband John C. Scott of Marianna
A Brother- Frank Bass of Wewahitchka
Several Nieces and Nephews - John C Scott Jr., Krista Scott, Vikki Bass, Cage Bass, Anthony Snipes, Jackie Mitchell, Julie Blakeney, Debbie Greer
Her Step Father- Byron Stetson and many close cousins, relatives and friends.
She was preceded in her husband Wesley Pate, her mother Martha Gaskin Stephens Stetson, Step Father A.C. "Steve" Stephens, Brother Deward Allen Bass, and her Father C.I. Bass
Funeral services will be held 3:30 EST Sunday, May 1, from the Holly Hill Cemetery in Port St. Joe with Father Jerry Huft officiating. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Hospice of the Emerald Coast 401-B Reid Ave. Port St. Joe, FL 32456 or the St. Johns Episcopal Church PO Box 595 Wewahitchka, FL 32465. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449 www.adamsfh.com
Mrs. Marjorie Elizabeth Detrick Hamlin, 89 of Bristol, passed away Friday, April 22, in Blountstown. Mrs. Hamlin was born in Pennsylvania and had lived in Liberty County for the past six years. She was a member of the Life More Abundant Fellowship Church in Bristol and in her earlier years was instrumental in setting up Friends for Animals in Polk County.
Survivors include:
2 Sons- James A. Hamlin of Venice, Florida, and John D. Hamlin and his wife Sheila of Bradley, Florida.
1 Daughter- Judith E. Martin and her husband Rocky of Bristol.
5 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren, and one Great Great Grandchild.
She lived with 2 of her grandchildren, Casey and Melanie, who spent much of their time with her and caring for her.
Memorial services were held Sunday April 24 at the Life More Abundant Church in Bristol.
Adams Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449
Mr. Russell I. Kegel, 76 of Clarksville, passed away Wednesday, April 20, in Panama City. Mr. Kegel was born in Chester, PA and had lived in Calhoun County for the past 10 years.
Survivors include very good friends, Ron and Marsha Stiteler, Shane and Amy Schmidt, and Tony and Diane Hall all of Clarksville.
No services are planned at this time. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449 www.adamsfh.com
Mrs. Lillie Bell Faircloth, 90 of Bristol, passed away Friday in Blountstown. Mrs. Faircloth was a native and life long resident of Liberty County and was retired after 25 years from Florida Veneer in Hosford.
Survivors include:
Her Daughter - Pinkie O. Ellis of Bristol
5 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren, and 2 Great Great Grandchildren
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM EST Sunday April 17, from the Telogia Baptist Church in Telogia. Interment
will follow in the Summerlin Cemetery near Telogia. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM EST Saturday at the Adams Funeral Home in Bristol. Adams Funeral Home in Bristol is in charge of the arrangements. 643-5410
Ms. Willie Bee Sims, 77 of Wewahitchka, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at her home. Mrs. Sims was born in Blountstown and had lived in Wewahitchka for most of her life.
Survivors include:
Her Brother - J.L. Sims and his wife Hazel of Port St Joe
A Half Brother - J.W. Sims and his wife Louise of Mobile
2 Sisters- Willie Lee Barrett and Verl Stephens and her husband Raymond all of Wewahitchka and several nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM. Thursday, April 14, graveside from the Jehu Cemetery in Wewahitchka. Interment
will follow. The family will be receiving friends 6 - 8 P.M. Wednesday, April 13 at the Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown. Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. 674-5449 www.adamsfh.com
Mrs. Lucille Deann Lockhart, heavens newest angel, 47 of Blountstown passed away Sunday at her home. Mrs. Lockhart was born in Jacksonville, Florida and had lived in Blountstown for the past 4 years moving from Panama City. She was a clerk and of the Baptist Church. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include:
A Son- James Randall Wheeler and his Fiancé Mary Jones of Pensacola
A Daughter- Shawna Lynn Ray and her husband Jason of Las Vegas, NV
2 Brothers- Melton Miller and his wife Lynn and Timothy Justice all of Panama City
1 Sister- Latricia Elder and her husband Dicky of Panama City
A Grandmother Lucille Adkins of Blountstown
A Grandson - Bradley Keith and several nieces and nephews- Stewart, Christie, and Sean Miller, Stephen and his wife Hope and Stephanie Justice, Ronald Jr. and Christopher and his wife Jennifer along with their children Christian and Ayden.
An Uncle- Virgil Justice and his wife Donna of Lake Talquin
and a best friend Karen Styron of Blountstown
Funeral services will be held 12:00 PM Saturday from the Adams Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Friday evening at the Adams Funeral Home. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge of the arrangements. 850-674-5449
Mrs. Lois Elizabeth Wilson Mercer, 92, a retired educator, died Wednesday, March 9, 2005 in Tallahassee. Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM EST Friday March 11, from the Corinth Baptist Church in Hosford. Interment
will follow in Hosford Cemetery.
Mrs. Mercer was born in 1912 in Malone, Florida and raised in Dothan, Alabama. She graduated from Bob Jones College then located in Lynn Haven, Florida. By the time she was 21; she had received a master's degree in library science from Colorado State Teacher College and had done additional graduate work at the University of Michigan. She then joined the faculty of Bob Jones College where she was head librarian and taught speech. She married the Rev. James "Cotton" Mercer on May 29, 1940 and they had six children. After her marriage, Mrs. Mercer devoted her time and energy to raising her family. She also did extensive volunteer work with girl scouts and cub scouts and was state director for camping for the Minnesota Girls Scouts. She was active in her church and taught Sunday school for many years. She was an avid reader and her library always contained a vast array of subjects.
In 1959, Dr. and Mrs. Mercer relocated their family to Pontiac, Michigan, and Mrs. Mercer returned to teaching speech and English full time and later became a high school guidance counselor. She received an additional master's degree in educational counseling from Michigan State University and became head guidance counselor at Pontiac Northern High School.
Following her retirement in 1977, Dr. and Mrs. Mercer lived in Quincy, Florida and Apalachicola, Florida. When her husband of 56 years died, she moved to Havana, Florida. She was very devoted to her family. In addition to her six children, she and Dr. Mercer had 14 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. She was a loving and nurturing mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
Survivors include:
2 Sons- James Woodrow Mercer and his wife Vicki of Pacific Palisades, California, and John T. W. Mercer and his wife Mary of Atlanta, Georgia
4 Daughters- Elizabeth Ann Sandberg and her husband Buzz of Ashland, Ohio, Martha Pagliuca and her husband Lou of Brandon, Mississippi, Jane Heady of Canton, Michigan, and Jill Mercer and her husband Ned Megargee of Havana.
Adams Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
