Obituaries

Jan 27, 2026

James “Jim” Wallace Slack, Jr passed away on January 27, 2026. He was proceeded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his sister, Judy Leamon (Rod), brother, Dick Slack (Cherie); sons, Tony Slack (Shannon), Justin Slack, Brandon Slack (Cece), and Jacob Slack; and grandchildren, Emma Slack, Camden Slack, Elliott Slack, and Charlie Slack.

Jim served in the United States Army...

Jan 26, 2026

Charles Fountain Smith Sr. was born on July 9 in Slidell, Louisiana, to Natalie Seal and “Pappy” Fountain Smith. He proudly served one tour in the United States Navy and later earned his GED. Charles went on to work as a mechanical supervisor for Diamond Offshore, where he dedicated many years before retiring in 2020. He was also an active...

Jan 24, 2026

Peggy Caylor of Cullman, Alabama, originally of DeFuniak Springs, Florida, passed away at the age of 95 on January 24, 2026, at her home, surrounded by family. She was born on February 9, 1930, in Dothan, Alabama, to the late Wyatt Armstead Armstrong and Gladys Vickers Armstrong. She grew up in Union Springs, Alabama. After high school, she attended Huntingdon...

Jan 18, 2026

Jan 6, 2026

Mrs. Betty Jean Hall, age 92, passed away at her home in Freeport, Florida on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Betty was preceded in death by her parents Hildra & Artie McBroom, husband Alto Thomas Sconiers, husband Edward Lamar (Marty) Hall, brother Sam McBroom, and grandson Eric Moore.

Betty was a graduate of Walton High School and a member of the Eastern...

Dec 31, 2025

Dorothy Louise Campbell Smith was born August 16, 1961 in Phoenix, Arizona to Jack Donald Campbell and Carolyn Jeanette Warren. She graduated from Valdosta High School in Georgia and lived in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas before settling in Florida in 1998. She was a longtime and beloved member of Calvary Baptist Church. She passed away on December 31, 2025.

Dorothy is...

Dec 27, 2025

Mrs. Helen Joyce Jones, age 80, was a woman whose life reflected the love of Christ in everything she did. Her kindness, her steady faith, and her gentle spirit touched every person who was blessed enough to know her. She lived with a quiet grace that made others feel seen, cared for, and prayed over. She was a dedicated member...

Dec 25, 2025

Fredrick Recharles Lee was born May 14, 1982 in Geneva, Alabama to parents Patricia L. and Fred J. Lee. He graduated from Walton High School, and he called the Florida Panhandle home for all of his life, living in DeFuniak and Crestview. He passed away on December 25, 2025.

Fredrick was a loving father, grandfather, son, and brother.

He leaves behind five...

Dec 22, 2025

John William Herndl passed away at his home on December 22, 2025, with his wife and son at his side. 

John lived his life quietly, generously, and fairly.  Providing for and taking care of his family and his business was his greatest pride.  He loved the challenge of taking discarded things and making them work again, finding satisfaction in patience, skill,...

Dec 18, 2025

Mrs. Hattie McMillian Chapman, age 93, went home to be with the Lord and reunited with her husband, Richard David Chapman, on Thursday, December 18, 2025. She was born September 12, 1932, in DeFuniak Springs, Florida to John and A.V. McMillian.

Hattie was preceded in death by her parents, John and A.V. McMillian; husband, Richard David Chapman; son, Kevin Chapman; brothers,...

Dec 16, 2025

Sidney Laurez Spears, age 77, passed away on December 16, 2025, leaving a legacy of devotion and hard work. Born on February 4, 1948, in Svea, Florida, to Alton and Leona Stokes Spears, Sidney was raised in Cassia, Florida.

Sidney’s life changed forever when he met the love of his life, Edna Johnson. He moved to Walton County and married her...

Dec 13, 2025

Tammy Ann Gabriel Lieberman, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on December 13, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on October 19, 1974, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Tammy grew up in Roselle Park, New Jersey, attending elementary and middle school there before moving to Laurel Hill, Florida, where she completed her education.

Tammy was a dynamic businesswoman and...

Dec 12, 2025

Mary Lyda Pinckard, age 98, went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 12, 2025, surrounded by family who loved her dearly. Mary was born on April 4, 1927 to Dr. and Mrs. Henry and Edna Lyda in Frisco City, Alabama. She had six siblings, and her family remained in Frisco City through her childhood.

Mary graduated from Frisco...

Dec 8, 2025

Christian Wayne Hughes was born January 1, 1976 in Gadsden, Alabama to Kenneth and Veronica Hughes. A high school graduate of Fort Walton Beach High School, the Florida panhandle was home to Christian all of his life with the exception of the 3 years he served in the US Navy aboard the USS John F Kennedy. He passed away on...

Dec 1, 2025

Patricia Ann Bottoms passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her closest family, on December 1, 2025. She was born in DeFuniak on September 8, 1940 to Clio and Austin Ford Jones. Pat received a bachelor’s degree from Troy University then returned to DeFuniak Springs where she served the community as a teacher for 42 ½ years and with her...

Nov 9, 2025

Robert Lee Blanchard “Bobby” was born September 17, 1953 in New Orleans, LA to parents William Earl and Lillian Louraine Blanchard. Bobby passed away at his home in DeFuniak Springs on November 9, 2025.

Bobby was at home on the water. He loved to reminisce about his days growing up hunting and fishing on the Louisiana bayous. After purchasing his first...

Nov 8, 2025

Susan Michele Lusk was a lifelong resident of DeFuniak Springs. She was born on October 4, 1968 to parents William and Jeanette Nowling and she attended Ponce de Leon High School and Okaloosa Walton Community College. She was a longtime member of Bridge Creek Baptist Church in Ponce de Leon. She passed away on November 8, 2025.

Susan worked at Discount...

Nov 1, 2025

Vicki Jackson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 1, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on March 26, 1947, in Boise, Idaho, to George and Eva Wilson.

A true free spirit, Vicki’s adventurous heart carried her to many places across the United States, though she made her home primarily in Eufaula, Alabama, and DeFuniak...

Oct 30, 2025

Gregory William Coats was born on September 1, 1971 to parents Rawson and Donna Coats. He passed away on October 30, 2025. His life began in Brockton, Massachusetts and he called Oklahoma, Ohio, Georgia, and Missouri home before settling in Florida. After high school Greg began his military service, first enlisting in the Air Force as a jet engine mechanic....

Oct 25, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beautiful daughter, Senior Airman Jordan Ivy Sinclair on October 25, 2025. Jordan most recently served as a Defender in the United States Air Force as a member of the 48th Security Forces Squadron at Lakenheath Air Force Base in Suffolk, England.

Jordan was born in Boise, Idaho on March 24, 2003. Born...