William Andrew Cranford Jr., 44, of Southport, Florida, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, February 28, 2022. Born to Jean Bryant on July 28, 1977, William was a 1998 graduate of Margaret K. Lewis School in Panama City, and a long time member of The Arc of the Bay community, formerly called Saint Andrew Bay Center.

William was an active member of First Baptist Church of Deerpoint Lake for most of his life, where he sang in the choir, enjoyed church fellowship, and counted the days until the next Fifth Sunday Sing.

He was also a talented bowler and long time member of the Pin Spinners bowling league founded by Judge Sirmons. William looked forward to Florida Gator football all year long and WWE wrestling every Wednesday night. He was the world's greatest couch coach.

A prayer warrior with a tender heart, William was quick to laugh and will be remembered for his humor, kindness, and enthusiasm for life.

William is preceded in death by his sister, ReVonda Seale, his brother, William "Buster" Seale, and his nephew, Cleveland "Dee" Seale.

His survivors include his loving mother, Jean Bryant, of Southport, his sister, Bonnie Seale, his brothers, Donald and Jack Seale, and six nieces and nephews: Amanda Seale Richards, Patrick Seale, DeVona Seale, Jessica Seale, and Kirsti Pierce.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. in the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Lynn Haven Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 1:00-2:00 P.M. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses.