Obituaries

Buford John Griffin (WWII VETERAN)

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

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

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

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...

Gwendolyn D. Hardee

Gwendolyn D. Hardee

Nov 12, 2024

Gwendolyn D. Hardee, affectionately known as Gwen, 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...

David Elliott Kelly Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Herman "Hutt" Joseph Bastek

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...

Donna Smith Kirkland

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...

Richard Dunham O'Donnell

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...

Michael  William Parrish

Michael William Parrish

Sep 27, 2024

Michael William Parrish age 69 of Apalachicola, Florida passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024. He was born on October 26, 1954 in Port St. Joe, Florida to the late George Washington Parrish and Mary Agnes Tharpe Parrish. Michael worked as a contractor and became the first General Contractor in Franklin County. Michael enjoyed woodworking and was very talented...

Woodrow "Duke" Wilson Butler Jr.

Woodrow "Duke" Wilson Butler Jr.

Sep 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Woodrow Butler, Jr. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at the age of 76. Woodrow was born November 10, 1947 in Altha, Florida to parents Woodrow and Eunice Butler.

Woodrow met the love of his life and beloved wife, Willie Butler of 39 years. Woodrow,...

Charles  Guard

Charles Guard

Sep 19, 2024

Charles Guard age 65 of Port St. Joe, Florida passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024. He was born in California on July 20, 1959.

Memorialization will be by cremation.

Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home.

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