All Obituaries

      In humble submission to the will of God, we respectfully announce the earthly transition on Mr. Albert Marshall Holmes of Ft. Walton Beach, FL on January 12, 2021. He was 71 years old and a native of Washington County, FL .      Albert was born on September 12, 1949 to the late Samuel B. and Rosia Mae Holmes in Millers Ferry, FL. Being raised in a Christian home, he accepted Christ as his personal Savior. Albert was educated in the public school...

    In humble submission to the will of God, we respectfully announce the earthly transition of Mother Geraldine Jackson of Vernon, FL on January 12, 2021 in the comfort of her home.  She was 93 years old and a life-long native of Washington County, FL.      Mother Jackson was born on November 2, 1927 in Vernon, FL to the late Della Baker Matthews and Eli Green.  She was reared in Vernon, Washington, County, FL, and was educated in the Washington County...

    In humble submission to the will of God, we respectfully announce the earthly transition of Mrs. Mary Louise Booker of Chipley, FL. She was 74 years old and a life-long native of Chipley, FL.      Mary was born on January 26, 1946 to Wilmon David & Louise (Harmon) Potter. Being raised in a Christian home, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was reared and a devoted member of the St. Joseph A.M.E. Church of Chipley, FL.  She was a woman...

    In humble submission to the will of God, we respectfully announce the earthly transition of Mr. Gerardo Romero Rodriguez of Chipley, Florida.  He was 90 years old and a native of Cuba.      Gerardo was born on December 1, 1930 to Clemente & Angela (Beltram) Rodriguez in Santa Clara, Cuba.  He was a true entrepreneur, owning and operating a mobile fruit and vegetable truck for numerous years in the community.  Gerardo had a passion for people...

    In humble submission to the will of God, we respectfully announce the earthly transition of Mother Hilda Mae Brown, of Vernon, FL.  She was 96 years old and a life-long native of Vernon.       Mother Brown was born on March 24, 1924 to the late Lesley & LouElla (Hannah) Potter in Millers Ferry, Florida. Being raised in a Christian home, she accepted Christ as her personal Savior.  She was a member of the Jackson Community Road Church of...

Mrs. Annie B. (James) Conner, of Chipley, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 27, 2020 in the comfort and warmth of her home.  She was 82 years old.  Annie was born on November 4, 1938 in Jacksonville, Florida. She was a Dietician with Save the Children Christian Center for many years.  She was of the Christian Faith and of the Holiness denomination.  She leaves to cherish her memories three beloved children: Melvyn Conner of Charlotte, NC, Angela...

James Andrews was welcomed into the earth on March 28, 1931 in Ebro, FL to the loving and caring arms of his parents, the late John and Pheba (Oliver) Andrews.   Being raised in a Christian home, James accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and began to learn the ways of God and build a personal relationship with Christ.  James was a member of Faith Cornerstone Ministries in Marianna, FL.  He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife; strong yet loving father...

    In humble submission to the will of God, the Cooper Family and Staff announces the transition of beloved son, husband, and brother, Mr. Willis Omega Cooper, LFD/LE.  The final call from thy Master was answered on December 6, 2020 in the North Florida Regional Medical Center of Gainesville, Florida. Servant of God, well done! Rest from thy loved employ; The battle fought, the victory won, Enter thy master’s joy!     Willis Omega Cooper received the breath...

Earl Staten was born in Jackson Count on Tuesday, March 18, 1952 to the late John D. Staten and Elgae (Nancy) Cotton Staten.     He graduated from St. Paul High School where he was well known for his basketball skills. He later joined the military December 6, 1971, and he was honorably discharges November 17, 1977 as a supply specialist.    He was preceded in death by his two brothers: Charles E. Staten (Sugar Boy), James E. Staten (Pretty) and his son: Janasky...

Mr. Booker Thomas Saddler, of Marianna, Florida, entered eternal life on November 29, 2020.  He was 78 years old.  Booker was born on March 20, 1942 to the late John and Gertrude Saddler in Dubbin, Mississippi.  He was retired from the Dozier School of Boys Detention Center. He leaves to cherish his memories his beloved children: Deidra Saddler and Danielle Saddler, both of Marianna, FL, Devette (David) Grimes, and Damara Saddler; brother: Anthony Saddler; sister: Johnnie B....