Obituaries for our Families
John Bennett Adams
Sep 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of John Bennett Adams
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Bennett Adams, known lovingly as J.B. or Johnny. Born in Redwood City, California, to Ruby Pearl Pope and Edward Saville Adams, John passed away on September 22, 2026, from complications of severe pneumonia at the young age of 55.
John...
Jean Louise Lurtsema
Sep 15, 2026
Jean Louise Lurtsema
February 13, 1941 – September 15, 2026
Jean Louise Lurtsema, 85, passed away September 15, 2026, in Pensacola, Florida.
She was born February 13, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived a long life filled with travel, adventure, work, family, and more than a few changes of direction.
Jean spent many happy years in Alaska. She was a successful businesswoman, fiercely independent,...
Masae Kushida
Sep 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Masae Kushida
Masae Kushida, 78, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Following a courageous and dignified battle with a long illness, she passed away peacefully surrounded by love.
She is survived by her daughters, Jackieleen Lott and Joanna Provines, as well as Joanna's children, Zachary and Ivy. Masae was deeply loved, cherished, and cared for by Jackieleen;...
Mary Ann Wallace
Sep 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary Ann Wallace
April 4, 1966 – September 8, 2026
Mary Ann Wallace, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on September 8, 2026, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, at the age of 60.
Mary was born on April 4, 1966, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Throughout her life, she will be remembered for the love she shared with...
Mike Kevin Gilroy
Sep 7, 2026
Michael Kevin Gilroy
Michael “Mike” Kevin Gilroy, 67, passed away on September 7, 2026, after a courageous eleven-month health journey.
Born September 13, 1958, in California, Mike was the son of a career military officer. His childhood was filled with travel and new experiences as his family moved among duty stations in Texas; Wilburton, Oklahoma; Las Vegas, Nevada; Alabama; Virginia; and England....
Gary David Cook
Sep 6, 2026
Gary David Cook 07.11.1955 - 09.06.1926 was a man who loved his family and friends beyond all else. He was born in Queens, New York to Chester David Cook and Mary Ondich. He is remembered by his wife of 30 years, Glenda Bonita Ogborn; two sons and their spouses, David Cook and Keri, Michael Cook and Kimberly; two step daughters,...
Eleanor Jean Arnold
Sep 4, 2026
Eleanor Jean Arnold, age 85, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born in 1941 in Martins Ferry, Ohio, Eleanor later moved to South Haven, Michigan. Together with her beloved husband, Allen F. Arnold, she spent many years traveling across the United States organizing and establishing businesses. Eventually, the couple settled...
Deborah Eriksen
Sep 3, 2026
Deborah Eriksen, born September 9, 1957, passed away on September 3, 2026.
Deborah will be remembered as a gifted artist whose creativity brought beauty and warmth to the world around her. She made some of the most beautiful paintings, including a small sliver of tree trunk transformed by her hand into a scene of a tiny house, a bridge stretching across...
John "Cliff" Clifford Wilkin
Sep 1, 2026
Cliff Wilkin
Cliff Wilkin was born on November 22, 1960, in Atlanta, Georgia, to John Daniel Wilkin and Virginia Lloyd Wilkin.
Cliff was preceded in death by his father, John Daniel Wilkin; his grandparents, Therman and Barbara Lloyd, and Sarah Hudson and her husband, Hershel; and his beloved wife, Kelly P. Wilkin.
He is survived by his mother, Virginia Lloyd; his son, Jonathan...
James Leon Carman
Aug 30, 2026
James Leon “Jim” Carman, born February 20, 1937, to James Norman Carman and Eva Fischer Carman, passed away peacefully at his home in Crestview, Florida, on August 30, 2026.
Jim is survived by Neoma Broadfield Carman, his beloved wife of 65 years; his sons, Keith Carman and Thomas Carman; his daughter, Andrea Adams; his grandchildren, Amber Haugen, Laura Carman, and Kody...
Andrea Leigh Oliver
Aug 29, 2026
On August 29, 2026, we lost our dear sister Andy unexpectedly. Her vibrant spirit and zest for life were evident in everything she did. Andy began her career as a talented hair stylist, earning the respect and admiration of those in her field. Later, she devoted herself to working in the school system, where she touched countless lives by guiding...
Joan Mae Cornman
Aug 29, 2026
In Loving Memory of Joan Mae Cornman
November 19, 1945 – August 29, 2026
Joan Mae Cornman, 80, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on August 29, 2026. She was born on November 19, 1945, in Rimersburg, Pennsylvania.
Joan was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...
Karl Fredrick Ulrich
Aug 29, 2026
Karl Ulrich passed away on August 29, 2026, at the well-lived age of 70. He passed peacefully at his home, in Florida, surrounded by love.
Karl was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather. His life was centered around his family, his love of humor, his many hobbies, his devotion to his pets, and the strength he brought...
Kendra Michelle Bonner
Aug 26, 2026
Kendra Michelle Bonner
Kendra passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026.
Kendra was preceded in death by her mother, Shelia Thompson, and her stepfather, Jerry Mathis.
Kendra is survived by her father, Wayne Thompson of Brewton, AL; her life partner, Joe Lowery of Byrneville, FL; her son, Zakiah Boyce Lowery of Byrneville, FL; her stepsons, Cody Lowery and Jacob Lowery of Byrneville, FL;...
Josephine Lynn Fritz
Aug 26, 2026
Jodie “Jo Jo” Fritz
July 27, 1976 – August 26, 2026
A life of faith, family, love, adventure, and hope.
Jodie “Jo Jo” Fritz, beloved wife of Thomas Matthew “Fritz” Fritz, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, at 12:53 p.m. She was 50 years old.
In her final moments, Jo Jo was holding her husband’s hand and was surrounded by those she loved...
Thearon Jefferson Gavin
Aug 25, 2026
Thearon Gavin, a resident of Walton County Florida, passed away on August 25, 2026. He was born June l,1928 to Bessie Daughtry and Talla Gavin in Mossy Head, FL.
Mr. Gavin graduated from DeFuniak Springs High School in 1946. He served three years in the Army and four in the Air Force during the Korean War. Upon his discharge from military...
Rex Alexander Dunham
Aug 21, 2026
Rex Alexander Dunham aka "Sexy Rexy", born August 20, 1955, in Mobile, Alabama, passed away on August 21, 2026, in Baker, Florida. Rex was surrounded by his loving wife and loved ones as he peacefully departed this world, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and devotion to family and friends.
Throughout his rich and varied life, Rex embraced every opportunity...
