Obituaries
Linda Sanders
Mar 28, 2025
Linda Sanders age 77 of Port St. Joe, Florida passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025. She was born in Columbus, Georgia on August 17, 1948.
Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Samuel William Berkheiser Jr.
Mar 24, 2025
Samuel William Berkheiser Jr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 76 on Monday, March 24, 2025, in Apalachicola, Florida. Born on January 17, 1949, in Washington, D.C., Samuel lived a life enriched by his passion for geology, for passion for geology, nature, and his family.
Samuel was an exploratory...
William "Bill" Ronald Deeson
Mar 18, 2025
William "Bill" Ronald Deeson, born on March 11, 1939, in Bartow, Florida, passed away peacefully at home in Port St. Joe, Florida, on March 18, 2025, at the age of 86. Bill grew up in Lakeland, Florida, before spending most of his adult life in Gulf County, where he established a deep-rooted connection to the community.
Bill dedicated over 35 years...
Phyllis J. Gortman
Mar 18, 2025
Phyllis J. Gortman age 81 of Wewahitchka, Florida passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in a local hospital after an extended illness. She was born on September 11, 1943 in Florala, Alabama to the late Clinton L. Wilkins and Agnes Player Wilkins. Phyllis grew up in Laurel Hill, Florida and moved to Shalimar, Florida in 1959. She worked for a...
Debra Burns Butler
Mar 15, 2025
Debra Burns Butler, affectionately known as Mrs. Debbie, was born on February 5, 1957, in Port St. Joe, Florida. She passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, in Panama City, Florida, at the age of 68. Debbie leaves behind a remarkable legacy enriched by her dedication to her family and career.
Throughout her life, Debbie was known for her infectious laughter...
Ralph Thomas Falconer
Mar 15, 2025
Ralph Thomas "Tom" Falconer, 90, passed away on March 15, 2025, in Mexico Beach, Florida; former resident of Leesburg, Florida.
Born on July 15, 1934, in Baltimore City, Maryland, Tom spent his life cultivating a deep appreciation for history, music, and storytelling. A retired member of the Steamfitters Union Local 602 out of Washington, D.C., he dedicated his career to skilled...
Palmer Hays Philyaw Sr.
Mar 11, 2025
Palmer Hays Philyaw Sr., a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Tallahassee, Florida, surrounded by the warmth of his family. Born on May 17, 1963, in Apalachicola, Florida, he was a lifelong proud resident of his cherished hometown. He left this world at the age of 61, leaving behind a legacy...
William J. "Bill" Herring Jr.
Mar 6, 2025
William J. Herring, Jr., "Bill" or "Billfish", age 72, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025.
He was predeceased by his Father, W.J. Herring, Sr. and his Mother, Sarah Martin Herring of Port St. Joe, FL.
Bill is survived by his son, Jason Herring, wife Darcy and their sons, Bradley and Tyler, his son Jeremy, wife Kalista and their sons, Liam and Wesley,...
Celia Merle Segree
Mar 6, 2025
Celia Merle Segree age 91 of Carrabelle, Florida passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 6, 2025. She was born on July 12, 1933 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Victor Randolph and Jesse Godwin Randolph.
Celia was known for her kind heart and willingness to do for others. She loved to shop, listen to music, sewing, and...
Peggy Thorne Buzzett
Mar 3, 2025
Peggy Thorne Buzzett, age of 78 of Port St. Joe, Florida transitioned to eternal life on Monday, March 3, 2025, in Panama City, Florida. She was born on May 4, 1946,the seventh of twelve children, in Redbay, Florida to the late Jack and Grace Thorne.
Peggy was survived by her children, Towanna Ashworth of Port St. Joe, Florida, Michael Ashworth of...
William "Will" Michael Stephens
Mar 2, 2025
William "Will" Michael Stephens, born on June 14, 1977, in Marianna, Florida, transitioned peacefully to his eternal home on March 2, 2025, in Smyrna, Tennessee, after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer. Will’s unwavering spirit and faith in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ now bring him the healing he so deserved.
Growing up in Round Lake, Florida, Will graduated from...
Helen Wanda Falconer
Mar 2, 2025
Helen "Wanda" Falconer (Tipton), 86, who resided in Mexico Beach, Florida; former resident of Leesburg, Florida passed away on March 2, 2025, in Panama City, Florida.
Born on March 25, 1938, in Ducktown, Tennessee, Wanda brought warmth and joy to those around her throughout her life. She had a natural talent for design and spent 30 years as an interior designer...
Ada Sue McLawhon
Mar 2, 2025
Ada Sue Hall McLawhon passed away peacefully at her Wewahitchka home surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at the age of 72. She was born on September 7, 1952 in Mississippi. Born into a military family, Ada traveled considerably, learning new cultures and making new friends worldwide.
Ada was preceded in death by her husband of 40+ years,...
Bertha Mae Clayton
Feb 26, 2025
Bertha Mae Clayton, loving mother, sister, and nanny, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at the age of 90.
She was born in South Bay, Florida to Noah and Edna Johnson and was blessed with 17 siblings. Bertha moved to Port St. Joe, Florida at an early age and made it her home. She retired from the Piggly Wiggly...
Lucius "Pete" Peterson
Feb 25, 2025
Lucius Peterson, more affectionately known as "Pete", age 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at his residence in Apalachicola, Florida. He was born on November 2, 1934 to Cleveland Grover Peterson and Estella Godbolt Peterson in the Money Bayou area of Gulf County, Florida.
Lucius retired from Apalachicola Northern Railroad in 1997 after forty years of faithful service. He...
Francis Xaivor Carney
Feb 23, 2025
Francis Xaivor Carney age 73, passed away in White City, Florida on Sunday, February 23, 2025. He was born on March 15, 1951, to the late Vincent Carney and Josephine Lopiccolo Carney.
He was a devoted employee, having worked and retired from the Town of Mt. Pleasant Highway Department in New York, a testament to his commitment and work ethic. For...
Linda Maxine Cooper
Feb 22, 2025
Linda Maxine Cooper age 76 of Apalachicola, Florida passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025 in Port St. Joe, Florida.
A full obituary is forthcoming.
Arrangements are entrusted to the caring staff of Comforter Funeral Home in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Mary Ruth Williams Roberts
Feb 16, 2025
Mary Ruth Williams Roberts, 84, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025 after a brief illness. Born on September 20, 1940 in Fort White, Florida. Mary was truly devoted to her children, grandchildren and family and never met anyone that didn’t become Her extended family. known for her good southern cooking. She also loved going fresh water fishing in the...
Othell "Pop" Hoover
Feb 14, 2025
Othell “Pop” Hoover, age 82, peacefully passed away at home, surrounded by his loved ones and was reunited with the love of his life on Friday, February 14th, 2025. Born on March 14, 1942, Othell led a life characterized by a strong work ethic and a deep devotion to his family and friends.
Renowned for his playful spirit and infectious laughter,...
Sharon Elizabeth Pullam
Feb 13, 2025
Sharon Elizabeth Pullam, lovingly remembered as a cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, in Tallahassee, Florida, at the age of 75. Born on August 15, 1949, in Holmes County, Florida, Sharon was a proud member of the graduating class of 1967 from Port St. Joe High School.
Sharon dedicated many years of her...
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