Obituaries
Helen M. Neel
Nov 24, 2024
Helen M. Neel, age 84, born on September 30, 1940, in Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at home in Port St. Joe, Florida, on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Helen's life was deeply rooted in her entrepreneurial spirit, achieving fulfillment as a self-employed restaurant owner in Oklahoma.
Helen is remembered for her warm heart and dedication to family. She is survived by her...
Nellie M. Smith
Nov 23, 2024
Nellie M. Smith was born on February 20, 1940, in Wewahitchka Florida, and remained a beloved fixture in her hometown until her peaceful passing on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the age of 84. With a heart full of love and a spirit that brightened the lives of all around her, Nellie was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, cherishing...
William "Billy" Eli Fortune
Nov 22, 2024
William Eli Fortune, affectionately known as Billy, was born on July 11, 1973, in Marianna, Florida. He passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 in Alford, Florida, surrounded by his loving family.
Billy was a cherished individual who touched the lives of everyone he met, leaving an incredible mark on those fortunate enough to know him. Facing significant challenges throughout his...
Buford John Griffin (WWII VETERAN)
Nov 17, 2024
Buford John Griffin, a cherished father, grandfather, and dedicated WWII veteran, departed peacefully from this life at his residence in Port St. Joe, Florida, at the age of 99 on Sunday, November 17, 2024. He was born on July 31, 1925, in Washington County, Florida.
Buford led a long and industrious career, dedicating over twenty years of his life to working...
Danette Joyce Freeman
Nov 15, 2024
Danette Joyce Freeman age 56 of Port St. Joe, Florida passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born on November 30, 1967 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Memorialization will be by cremation.
Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, Florida
Betty C. Powell
Nov 13, 2024
Betty C. Powell age 95 of Barnesville, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in Panama City, Florida. She was born on June 30, 1929 in Zebulon, Georgia.
Memorialization will be by cremation.
Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Barbara Ann King
Nov 13, 2024
Barbara Ann King, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Tallahassee, Florida at the age of 66. Born on March 6, 1958, in Port St. Joe, Florida, Barbara was a dedicated member of her community and family.
For many years, Barbara worked in accounts receivable at the Franklin County School Board, where her commitment...
Gwen D. Hardee
Nov 12, 2024
Gwen D. Hardee, of Port St. Joe, Florida passed away tragically on November 12, 2024, at the age of 64. She was born on April 21, 1960, in Athens, Alabama.
Gwen was a faithful Christian, embodying the teachings and values of her faith throughout her life. Her devotion to her beliefs was not only a cornerstone of her identity but also...
David Elliott Kelly Jr.
Nov 7, 2024
Retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major David Elliott Kelly Jr. departed this world on the 7th of November, 2024, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of and intelligence that will echo in the hearts of his loved ones and all who had the privilege to know him. Born in the quaint town of Burlington, Wisconsin, on March 31,...
Fred Leroy Jones
Nov 2, 2024
Fred Leroy Jones age 94 of Port St. Joe, Florida went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 2, 2024. He was born in Havana, Florida on September 28, 1930 and moved to Gulf County soon after grade school. Leroy loved God and attended church at Oak Grove Assembly of God for many years....
Anthony James Taranto
Oct 31, 2024
Anthony James Taranto, lifelong resident of Apalachicola, Florida, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born to the late Madeline Tortora and Joe Taranto on August 12, 1932. In his youth, Anthony learned about dedication, serving others, and hard work. He worked alongside his parents in the Seafood Industry which he...
Deborah J. Meadows
Oct 24, 2024
Deborah J. Meadows, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and, left this world peacefully on October 24, 2024, in Port St. Joe, Florida. Born on November 21, 1951, in Memphis, Tennessee, Debbie embodied kindness and creativity throughout her life, making a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
For twenty years, Debbie dedicated herself to serving others as...
Henry Ivey Banks
Oct 14, 2024
Henry Ivey Banks, age 60 of Telogia, Florida, passed away with his wife at his side at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital on Monday, October 14th, 2024 after a 20 year battle with heart failure. He was born on October 22, 1963.
He is proceeded in death by his parents William David Banks and Carrie June Henry...
William "Bill" Henry Mcdaniel
Oct 11, 2024
William Henry McDaniel, affectionately known as "Bill" of Wewahitchka, Florida departed this life on Friday, October 11, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Bill was born on December 31, 1959 to the late Jimmy and Joyce McDaniel. The second of four children born to this union. We often joked that his momma said, "he had to...
James Michael Foster
Oct 8, 2024
James Michael Foster age 68 of Port St. Joe, Florida passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He was born in Ohio on October 5, 1956.
Memorialization will be by cremation.
Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Stephen Irwin "Richard" Smith
Oct 8, 2024
Stephen Irwin Richard Smith, better known as “Richard” to his family and friends passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at the age of 74. He was born on January 1, 1950 and was a lifelong resident of Apalachicola, Florida. Richard was a faithful follower of Jesus; serving as a Deacon for twenty-five years at United Baptist Church in...
Hattie Peral Hunter
Sep 30, 2024
Hattie Peral Hunter, age 53, of Wewahitchka, Florida, passed away on September 30, 2024. She was born on February 24, 1971, to Charles Maxwell Fisher and the late Sheila Ann Fisher. Affectionately known as "Pearl," Hattie was a devoted wife, mother, educator, and friend whose impact will be felt for generations to come.
At the...
Richard Dunham O'Donnell
Sep 28, 2024
On Saturday, September 28th, 2024, Richard Dunham O’Donnell died after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family, wife Estelane Stokes O’Donnell, son Richard Stokes O’Donnell, daughter Sydnee JoHannah O’Donnell.
Richard is preceded in death by his parents Richard W. and Gloria O’Donnell.
He is survived by, brother and...
Donna Smith Kirkland
Sep 28, 2024
“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.”
Donna Smith Kirkland, 62, of Graceville left this earth for her Heavenly home on Saturday, September 28, 2024
Donna attended Graceville High School and went on to have an expansive...
Herman "Hutt" Joseph Bastek
Sep 28, 2024
Herman Joseph Bastek age 90, better known as “Hutt”, passed away at his home in Cottondale, Florida on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He had resided there since 2000 after moving from Blackstone, Virginia where he had spent time ranching and running a business. Hutt was born in New Castle, Delaware on October 8, 1933 to the late Alexander Bastek...
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