Obituaries

Anthony David Walker

Anthony David Walker

May 23, 2025

Anthony David Walker, born on August 3, 1991, in Quincy, Florida, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Graceville, Florida at the age of 33. He touched the lives of many as a dedicated cook at Olive Garden, where his love for food and service shined through.

Anthony had a passion for fishing and was an avid fan of Florida State...

Michael Anthony Ellwood

Michael Anthony Ellwood

May 22, 2025

Michael Anthony Ellwood, 66, died Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 surrounded by his family. 

He was born on July 13th, 1958, in Elkton Maryland, the son of the late James and Kathryn Ellwood. 

He is survived by his seven children; Michael Ellwood ( Brenda) and Lynn Wilson (Paul) of Maryland, Dwayne Ellwood ( Mary) of Tennessee, Anthony Ellwood of Georgia, Christopher Ellwood, Shannon...

John Michael St. John

John Michael St. John

May 17, 2025

John Michael St. John (“Mike”) was born January 14th, 1945 in Belleville IL. When his life took flight, the final days of WWII were playing out across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Born to a father, also named John, and his mother Viola St. John (Logan), Mike was second of a total of 6 kids born to the Illinois-based St. Johns.

His...

Myrle Sumner Jones

Myrle Sumner Jones

May 14, 2025

 Myrle Sumner Jones was called home to the Kingdom of God on May 14th, 2025 at the incredible age of 92. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Myrle was born into this world in Vialis, FL, as the second daughter of nine children to the late Clyde and Hattie Sumner on September 23rd, 1932. She...

Faye Ellen Purswell Causey

Faye Ellen Purswell Causey

May 13, 2025

Faye Ellen Purswell Causey, a loving and kind person who dedicated her life to caring for others and longtime resident of White City, Florida passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the age of 74 in Panama City, Florida. Born on October 13, 1950, in Florida, Faye's nurturing spirit was evident throughout her extensive career, where she worked over...

Verna Lee Pope Burch

Verna Lee Pope Burch

May 11, 2025

Verna Lee Pope Burch, a beloved matriarch and esteemed member of the Port St. Joe community, passed away peacefully at her home in Marianna, Florida, on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the remarkable age of 93. Born in Louisiana on September 26, 1931, Verna led a life rich in love, service, and dedication to her family and friends.

Her professional journey...

Charles John Walls

Charles John Walls

May 6, 2025

Charles John Walls "Chuck"

Born December 13, 1950 to May 6, 2025

Charles J. Walls, lovingly known as "Chuck" was 74 and of Port St. Joe, Florida passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025. He was surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on December 13, 1950 in Garden City MI. Chuck spent most of his early life there before bravely serving his country...

JC McArdle

JC McArdle

May 5, 2025

JC McArdle, longtime resident of Port St. Joe, Florida went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 5, 2025 at the age of 90. He was born in Clopton, Alabama on October 7, 1934. 

A graveside service will be held at Holly Hill Cemetery on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time. A time of...

Marjorie Roberta Nespor O'Hara

Marjorie Roberta Nespor O'Hara

May 2, 2025

Marjorie Roberta Nespor O'Hara was born September 15, 1944 in Bridgeport, Ct. She was born to Robert Wenzel Nespor and Marion Juliet Sullivan. She passed on Friday May 2nd, 2025 in Panama City, FL. Her husband Michael Francis O'Hara predeceased her in May of 2021. She spent many years enjoying traveling through wine countries with her husband Michael and throwing...

Jillian Russell

Jillian Russell

Apr 27, 2025

Jill was the embodiment of strength and courage. To know her was to love her. She knew that her life here on this earth would be cut short and she made sure to enjoy every bit of the ride, always seizing an opportunity to make the most of it. She found happiness in all the small things that life had to...

Joel Evans Norred

Joel Evans Norred

Apr 24, 2025

Joel Evans Norred, 75, died peacefully at home in Apalachicola, FL on April 24, 2025, after a lengthy and valiant battle with cancer. Joel fought with grace and dignity until the very end. He was surrounded by family and friends who stood by him during his journey.

Joel is survived by his wife of 31 years, Susan Norred of the home;...

Jerry Lee Vickers

Jerry Lee Vickers

Apr 24, 2025

Jerry Lee Vickers, 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Howard Creek, Florida on Thursday, April 24, 2025.  He was born on January 24, 1946, in Moore Haven, Florida and spent most of his life in Bay County, Florida before moving to the creek in 2018.

For over three decades, Jerry owned and operated his own paint and body shop,...

Bradley Allen Blackmon

Bradley Allen Blackmon

Apr 22, 2025

Bradley Allen Blackmon, affectionately known as "Brad," passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at his residence in Enterprise, Alabama at the age of 40. Born on March 9, 1985, at Bay Medical Center in Panama City, Florida, he grew up in the Overstreet Community and later lived in Wewahitchka, Florida, Olathe, Kansas, and Enterprise, Alabama.

Brad spent many years of...

Gregory "Greg" Rana Oakes

Gregory "Greg" Rana Oakes

Apr 20, 2025

Gregory Rana "Greg" Oakes, 67, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, in Port St. Joe, Florida. Born on November 28, 1957, in Rome, Georgia, Greg lived a vibrant and multifaceted life marked by entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and deep devotion to those around him.

Greg is survived by his wife Kelly Jones Oakes, his brother Terry Oakes, sisters Tammy Oakes Hughes...

Jessie Lee Owens

Jessie Lee Owens

Apr 18, 2025

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: 

if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” – John 14:1-2





Jessie Lee Owens, age 68 of Wewahitchka, FL passed away April 18, 2025. He was born on September 6, 1956,...

Karen Little Seay

Karen Little Seay

Apr 9, 2025

Karen Little Seay a lifelong resident of Port St. Joe, FL, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at the age of 65. Born and raised in Port St. Joe, she built a life centered around love, family, and community. Karen was married for 43 years to Craig Seay of Port St. Joe, Florida. Together, they created a home filled...

Brayden Tyce Burns

Brayden Tyce Burns

Apr 6, 2025

Brayden Tyce Burns, better known as BB, a beloved young man, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at his home in Wewahitchka, Florida, at the age of 15. Born on April 7, 2009, in Panama City, Florida, Brayden was known for his loving spirit, dependability, and well-mannered nature.

A freshman at Wewahitchka High School, Class of 2028, Brayden was not...

Matthew Martin

Matthew Martin

Apr 6, 2025

Matthew Allen Martin, 58, of Port St. Joe, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on April 6, 2025.

Born in Dallas, Texas, Matt was the son of David J. Martin and Mary Ann Taylor. After graduating from Warren East High School, he and his father opened and operated The Parts House in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, where Matt honed his skills...

Clifford Wayne Sterner

Clifford Wayne Sterner

Apr 2, 2025

Clifford Wayne Sterner, age 89 of Port St. Joe, Florida, a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Panama City, Florida. Born on October 4, 1935, he grew up in Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania and lived most of his life in Rostraver Township, Pennsylvania before moving to Gulf...

Diane K. Arwood

Diane K. Arwood

Apr 2, 2025

Diane K. Arwood, age 73 of Port St. Joe, Florida, a devoted Marine Biologist and passionate traveler, passed away on Wednesday,  April 2, 2025, in Panama City, Florida. She born on August 25, 1951, in Bloomington, Illinois.

Her academic journey culminated in a Master’s Degree, a testament to her commitment to education and her field of study. Throughout her career as...