Obituaries for our Families
Catherine Pearl Shears
Jan 2, 2026
Catherine Pearl Shears, born on May 8, 1955, in Pasadena, California, passed away peacefully in Pensacola, Florida, on January 2, 2026. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who touched the lives of many through her kindness and free spirit.
Catherine was the cherished daughter of Joann Matus and a beloved sister to Linda and Ted Shears, and mother to...
Ron Bennett
Dec 28, 2025
Ronald Ralph Bennett, 80, of Pensacola passed away on December 28, 2025. He was born on February 10, 1945 to Ralph and Clara Bennett of St. Louis, Missouri and graduated from Ritenour High School. He moved to California as a young adult, served his country, and then had a long and successful career in telecommunications with Pacific Bell and later...
Geoffrey Kirk Lott
Dec 24, 2025
Geoffrey Kirk Lott, age 65, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. Born on November 30, 1960, Geoffrey spent most of his life in Pensacola, Florida, where he built relationships, shared his talents, and became known by many as someone you could count on.
Geoffrey was an incredibly skilled handyman who could fix just about anything. He took great pride in...
Patty Henry
Dec 21, 2025
Patty Henry, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully on December 21, 2025, at her cherished home on the beach in Navarre, Florida. Born on January 27, 1960, in Memphis, Tennessee, Patty's vibrant spirit and indomitable personality touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Patty radiated warmth, fierceness, and generosity, making her a beacon...
Edwin Scott McCuddy Jr.
Dec 20, 2025
Edwin Scott McCuddy Jr., a beloved husband, stepfather, and friend, passed away on December 20, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida. Born on January 9, 1969, in Frankfort, Kentucky, Edwin lived a life rich with humor, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his family.
Edwin was a gentle soul known for his easy-going personality and infectious laughter. He had an uncanny ability to lighten...
Jill Marie Cohen
Dec 14, 2025
Jill Marie Cohen, a radiant light in the lives of those who knew her, was born on June 5, 1962, in the picturesque town of Pensacola, Florida. With a spirit as vibrant as the sunny shores she loved, Jill embraced every moment with the joy and enthusiasm that made her so special. She peacefully left this world on December 14,...
Joel Dunkin Mullis
Dec 12, 2025
Joel Dunkin Mullis, age 69, passed away on December 12, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. He was born on March 16, 1956, in Palatka, Florida.
Anyone who had the privilege of meeting Joel had no choice but to smile. He had a natural gift for humor, a quick wit, and a heart that was as generous as it was kind....
James Wallace "Wally" Crutchfield
Dec 8, 2025
James Wallace “Wally” Crutchfield, 84, died December 8, 2025 in Pensacola, FL surrounded by his family.
Wally completed a tour of duty in the U.S. Navy and earned a degree in psychology at the University of West Florida before working as a vocational rehabilitation counselor for the state of Florida for more than 30 years.
The son of Robert James Crutchfield and...
Mary Arleen Smith
Dec 8, 2025
Mary “Arleen” Smith passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at the remarkable age of 90. She leaves behind a legacy of creativity, and a life fully and uniquely lived. Arleen now joins her beloved husband, Arthur Frank Smith, and her cherished daughter, Shana Alicia Smith, in heaven.
Born in 1935, Arleen was a woman whose curiosity and artistic spirit never...
Mark Jason Baker
Dec 5, 2025
Mark Jason Baker, born on July 23rd, 1973 passed away on December 5th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mark joins his father Foster Leroy Baker, his mother Patricia Sue Baker, and son Douglas Cole Baker in heaven. He was a beacon of strength and love. He is survived by Sarah Baker, and children, Alyssa Baker, Presley Baker, Neeli...
Sandra Beasom Powley
Dec 2, 2025
Sandra B. (Beasom) Powley, 82, formerly of Altoona, died December 2, 2025 in Gulf Breeze, Florida with her son and daughter by her side.
She was born in Altoona on July 22, 1943, daughter of the late Kenneth G. and Jennie F. (Patton) Beasom. On November 20, 1965, she married John R. Powley in Altoona.
She is survived by her daughter Caroline...
