Nov 21, 2024

ROBERT NOEL "BOB" BATES

4/27/1944 – 11/21/2024

Robert Noel "Bob" Bates, of Panama City, Florida, peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home surrounded by his family on Thursday, November 21, 2024. He was born on April 27, 1944 in Alexandria, Virginia to Guy and Esther Mae Bates, who preceded him to heaven along with his sister...

Nov 17, 2024

Michael Jeptha Stokes, MD, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He devoted himself to God, family, and his calling as a physician, and he will be remembered for his faith, compassion, and dedication to those he served.

Born on March 8, 1951, in Dothan, AL, he grew up in Jackson County,...

Nov 16, 2024

Larry Rae Bartness passed away at home after a brief illness on Saturday, November 16, 2024. He was born in Fargo, North Dakota to Tillman and Beverly (Magloughlin) Bartness and resided in Dilworth, Minnesota until he retired from the North Dakota Air National Guard. In Florida, he owned and operated a car restoration business, ARC, and worked as an...

Nov 9, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Samuel King Murphy. Sam passed away on the 9th of November in Panama City, Florida at the age of 81.  Sam was born in Alabama in March of 1943 to parents Joseph Hanson and Miriam Corrine.  A few years later Sam, his brother James and...

Nov 9, 2024

James "Jimmy" Wilburn McNiel Sr., 79, passed away on November 9, 2024, in Lynn Haven, Florida. He was born on January 11, 1945. James dedicated his life to serving his community and cherishing his family.

James proudly served as a firefighter in Bay County, where his bravery and commitment to helping others were evident throughout his career....

Nov 7, 2024

Brian Wesley Wolff (1947-2024)

Brian Wesley Wolff, born March 22, 1947 at St. Peter's Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, died Thursday, November 7, 2024. Brian's spirit now is with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ in Heaven & will join again his wife, Terry & family. His loving son, Ryan, and friends should remember Brian as...

Nov 6, 2024

Jo Pat Bailey Vickers, 72, of Panama City, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.  She was born February 28, 1952 in Panama City.  She was a retired educator having worked in the Bay County School System for over 40 years.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul & Ida Mae Bailey and a son, Paul Lucas...

Nov 5, 2024

Carol Schneider Taylor June 24th, 1939 November 5th, 2024 "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." -- II Corinthians 5:8 In her final hour on this earth surrounded by her family, Carol Taylor went home to be with the Lord on November 5th, 2024. It was a peaceful and holy passing. Carol was...

Nov 1, 2024

The Reverend Julia Jane Coleman Phillips,95 (one day shy of 96!), of Panama City, Florida, died Friday, November 1st, peacefully in the company of her loving daughter, Susan, and in the comfort of her home. She was born on November 2nd, 1928, in Liberty, Missouri to Mathias Stephen Coleman and Florence Elizabeth Barkley Coleman. Julia learned the value of...

Oct 24, 2024

Sarah Angeline (Bullock) Stanaland was gently taken to her Heavenly Home and is now at peace in her Lord and Savior's almighty arms.  Her departure was October 24, 2024.

Sarah was a beloved wife, precious mother, sister, granny, aunt, cousin and sister in Christ Jesus our Lord. She was greatly loved by her family to all who...

Oct 24, 2024

Peggy Jane Dickson of Panama City, Florida, passed away at her home on Thursday, October 24, 2024 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Peggy was a member of the First Baptist Church of Panama City. She attended Sunday School, BTU and was a member of the Youth Choir. She enjoyed music especially traditional Christian hymns. She is preceded...

Oct 23, 2024

Roland Michael Foerch, 73, of Youngstown, FL, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.  A beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather.  Michael lived a life marked by adventures with his siblings, his love of dancing and a life of hard work as a Tankerman.  He enjoyed a warm beverage, cared a lot about his appearance, never met a stranger,...

Oct 22, 2024

Nancy F. Gray, 81, of Panama City, FL passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. A Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Nancy lived a life marked by her love for the beach, her flowers, and the cherished moments with her family and friends surrounded by the warmth of the sun. She was born on January 16, 1943 in Rome,...

Oct 20, 2024

Leigh Corley, 48, of Chipley, FL passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024. She was born on December 8, 1975 in Panama City, FL to Roger and Bobbie Brannon. She worked as a school teacher for 26 years. Leigh was preceded in death by her grandfather, David L. Jackson and grandmother Dottie Jackson.  She is survived by her husband,...

Oct 12, 2024

Ruth E. Bragg, 98, of Panama City, passed away October 12, 2024. She was born August 15, 1926 in Panama City, Florida. She worked with Summer's Supermarket and Millville Auto Parts in Panama City, Florida until retirement in 2015, Mrs. Bragg was a member of Hiland Park Baptist Church for over 70 years. Her greatest love was her family...

Oct 11, 2024

Carol A Harper, 71, of Panama City, passed away on October 11, 2024. She was born August 8, 1953 in Lakewood, Ohio to Clarence and Audrey Fowler. She was a retired Registered Nurse. She was a devoted Christian and loved Lynn Haven Methodist Church. She adored her dogs.  She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived...

Oct 10, 2024

Edward S. Johnson, World War II veteran, of Panama City, FL, died Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Ed is survived by his son, Mike E. Johnson (Dianne) of Marietta, GA, his three grandchildren, Nicholas E. Johnson (Sunny) of Breckenridge, CO, Morgan A. Johnson of Mesa, AZ, Elizabeth L. Watson (Max) of Marietta, GA, and great granddaughter Zoey S....

Oct 9, 2024

Betty Jean Merkle, born on December 11, 1956, in Panama City, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024, in Panama City Beach, Florida.

She was the beloved daughter of Robert and Aubon Hathaway.  Betty is survived by her children, Duane Turner and his wife Lauren, and Amy Turner, as well as her cherished grandchildren, Andrew, Emily,...

Oct 8, 2024

Thelma Lee Stokes, 87, of Panama City, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, surrounded by family at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City, Florida.

Ms. Stokes was born on June 10, 1937, in Alexander Arkansas, to Alvie and Susie Reynolds Rogers. She received her general education in Alexander Arkansas. Thelma Stokes worked for Emro...

Oct 7, 2024

Adrien Arthur Rivard Jr, MD passed away at home on October 7, 2024. He was born on October 4, 1937, in Crestview, Florida to Adrien Arthur Rivard Sr and Ruth Lounsberry.

Adrien lived an idyllic boyhood growing up in DeFuniak Springs, Florida with summers spent at Blue Mountain Beach. It was a time when little boys rode...