Nov 12, 2025

Rebecca Lynn Woods, 79, of Panama City Beach, FL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. She was born on July 6, 1946 in Ozark AL to John Owen and Minnie Larue Woods. She is survived by her two brothers, John O. Woods Jr. and William A. Woods, and her niece Kimberly A. Woods. She was a sweet,...

Nov 6, 2025

Robert George Flannagan, 74, of Youngstown, FL passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was born on September 12, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois. He retired from the United States Air Force at the rank of TSGT after 20 years of service and also worked as a correctional officer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and...

Nov 3, 2025

Kenneth C. Johnson

October 13, 1933 – November 3, 2025

Kenneth C. Johnson, age 92, of Panama City, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on November 3, 2025.

Born on October 13, 1933, in Glenwood, Iowa, Kenneth lived a life marked by service, dedication,...

Nov 3, 2025

Cheryl Lynn Bell, 81, of Chipley, FL passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025. She was born on August 1, 1944 in Whiteville, North Carolina. She worked in the production department for American Classified and the Panama City News Herald. Cheryl was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Lynn Haven where she was very involved in...

Oct 29, 2025

George Washington Van Buskirk III, 80, of Panama City, FL passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Born on December 2, 1944 in Lynn Haven, Florida, he was a devoted husband to Patricia "Zion" Van Buskirk and a loving father to his two children, Jeffrey Van Buskirk and Ja'Ney Van Buskirk.

George's hobbies and interests helped define...

Oct 28, 2025

Thomas Jerome Kirkland, 61, of Panama City Beach, FL, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. He was born on January 13, 1964, in Eustis, FL, to Dwight and Gladys Kirkland.

A lifelong resident of West Bay, FL, Thomas raised his two children and built a life rooted in simple joys and hard work. He found happiness...

Oct 25, 2025

Mary Sue Lewis went to be with the Lord on October 25th 2025, she was born in Samson, Al in 1947, moved in Panama City, Fl in 1951. Sue went to Bay High and ended up getting her GED and continuing her education in college studying banking. She retired from the Bay County courthouse in 2010 where she worked...

Oct 19, 2025

Allan Richard Clare Obituary

Al Clare has completed his last earthly project. If you believe in heaven, you can be sure that when you get there, Al will have it refurbished to your satisfaction.  He and St. Peter are probably busy right now polishing the Pearly Gates.  Born in 1947 in Ottawa, Canada, Al was always involved...

Oct 17, 2025

George David "Dave" Dumas (April 03, 1952-October 17, 2025)

Son of: Clifford Dumas (father)[pre-deceased], Gloria Hutchinson (mother) [pre-deceased], Ralph Hutchinson (dad) [pre-deceased]

Married Katherine (divorced), Kristin (daughter) married Darrin Buntin, Cassandra (granddaughter), Ian (grandson), Tre (grandson, Eli (grandson), Sevannah (granddaughter) [note: also grandchildren married with great grandchildren]

Nathaniel (son), no children.

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Oct 14, 2025

Jerry Louis Richmond, 89, of Panama City, FL passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

Born on February 27, 1936, in Jena, Louisiana, to Nancy and Marvin Richmond, he was a devoted member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church, where he served as Senior Warden. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he enjoyed playing and watching golf, umpiring baseball, refereeing...

Oct 13, 2025

Michael Thomas Bailey, nephew of Norma Hubbard, died peacefully in his sleep at his West Beach Drive home early Monday morning October 13, 2025 after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Michael was born on February 19, 1950 in New Orleans, LA.  He was the first child born to his parents, Frances Grace Bailey and Edgar Eugene...

Oct 11, 2025

Marsha Kay (McConnell) Schneider, of Panama City Beach, beloved daughter, mother and grandmother, passed away on October 11, 2025 surrounded by loved ones after a brave battle with cancer. She was 70 years old. She will be remembered for her fierce, loyal spirit as well as her longtime commitment to serving those in the community in which she lived....

Oct 4, 2025

Rosa Mae Cannady, 95, of Panama City, FL passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was born on October 21, 1929 in Lakeland, FL to Henry and Beatrice Hicks. She was a retired Sales Manager at many Alvins Island locations. Some of her favorite hobbies included, playing the piano, putting together puzzles and reading her Bible. She was...

Sep 29, 2025

Ozell Gunn, 80, of Parker, Florida passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025.  She was born March 17, 1945 in Deluth, Georgia to Jay & Mary Brock.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Diane Lee and her twin sister, Mozell Brock.  She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Aavon Gunn; two children, Michael...

Sep 28, 2025

Drucilla "Dru" Smith

July 2, 1933 – September 28, 2025

Age 92

Drucilla Smith, lovingly known as "Dru," passed away peacefully at her home on September 28, 2025, at the age of 92. Her "favorite grandson" was by her side in her final moments.

Dru is survived by her beloved brothers,...

Sep 26, 2025

Vera Daphne Brooks Tuggle age 80 passed away on September 26, 2025.  She was born on January 27,1945 to Vera Voncile Brooks and George Brooks.  She attended Andalusia High School and Troy University where she graduated in 1966.  She worked as a Math teacher in Pensacola, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee.  She settled in Panama City with the love of her...

Sep 24, 2025

Arthur Wimpenny, Jr., 95 years of age, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, in Chester Sims Veterans Home. He was accompanied by loving friends and caring staff. Born on October 14, 1929, in Chicago, IL, Art lived a long, full life grounded in love for family, faith, service, and a deep appreciation for the people around him.

Sep 23, 2025

Jennifer Lynn Wolf

5 Feb 1971 – 23 Sep 2025

Jennifer Lynn Wolf, age 54, died on September 23 following an illness with cancer. She was born in Deland, FL to Randy and Kathy Wolf. Jennifer resided at various Air Force bases before settling in Panama City after her father's retirement. In 2009, she married...

Sep 23, 2025

USAF Lt. Col. William A. Gillis ended earth's mission 23 September 2025.

After graduating from Winthrop Massachusetts High School in 1955, he entered the 1st class (as a cadet) of the USAF Academy in Colorado. He graduated June 1960 and married his wife (now of 65 years), Kathleen A. Schulz Gillis. Their family includes sons: Thor (Janice),...

Sep 22, 2025

Blanchie June Mercer Smith was born June 8, 1940 to Bertie and Joella Mercer in Lowland, NC.  Blanchie graduated from Pamlico High School before going to work as a telephone operator for the local phone company.  Soon after, she would meet and marry the love of her life, John Edward.   In 1968, they moved to Panama City Beach where...