Sep 22, 2025

John Stephen "Steve" Wilson II, age 87, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025.

Steve was born on January 4, 1938 to Wilbur Preston "Buck" & Lennie K. Wilson in Dr. Roberts Clinic (next to the Woman's Club on Cove Blvd). He grew up in the 1100 block of Jenks Avenue. Steve attended Foreman's kindergarten, Panama City...

Sep 20, 2025

Dolores Kay Daugherty, 89, of Panama City, FL passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. She was born on April 1, 1936 in Columbus, Ohio. She is survived by her two daughters, Brenda French and Sonja Orem; thirteen grandchildren, twenty six great grandchildren and fifteen great-great grandchildren. She enjoyed rescuing cats and kittens, baking and the Eastern Star. She...

Sep 18, 2025

Jack W. Kirkland, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on September 18, 2025, surrounded by his family. He lived a full life defined by love of family, hard work, and a deep love for the outdoors.

Jack grew up in Holmes County, Florida, working alongside his family on their farm. In 1957, he won...

Sep 16, 2025

Max Dieter Weber, 89, of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.  He was born in Osterode, Germany on August 30, 1936 to Marianne and Curt Paul Weber. After World War II, his family legally immigrated to Kansas City, Missouri, where he graduated from Kansas City Junior College in 1956. He worked with his father...

Sep 9, 2025

Evelyn Margaret Hess

July 22, 1926 – September 9, 2025

"Up from the grave he arose… He arose a victor from the dark domain, and He lives forever with his saints to reign…" That was Mom's song. That was her story. She told it to anyone who needed to hear it.

Evelyn Hess...

Sep 6, 2025

Bonnie Jeanne Shiveley, 87, of Lynn Haven, FL passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Funeral service will be held in Manchester, Ohio.

Sep 6, 2025

Raymond Lynn (BUD) CASLER

After 93 glorious years of fun and adventure, BUD CASLER is now a memory to a select and chosen few who remain. Never, never would he be ready to leave his beautiful and loyal companion, BELLE, his beloved Daughters, LORI (Denny) and PAT (Mike), or his red MGA roadster. Bud leaves the American...

Sep 4, 2025

Stephen Emmanuel Bonifay, 83, of Southport, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on September 4, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1941 in Pensacola, Florida. Stephen moved to Panama City in 1973, settling in Southport, where he had many fond memories of spending time as a boy. Stephen was a devoted husband and a dedicated and...

Sep 1, 2025

Evelyn Capps Duncan

June 2, 1928 – September 1, 2025

Evelyn Duncan left this earth on September 1, 2025, to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in heaven. She was wife of Joe Gibson Duncan, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents...

Sep 1, 2025

Montez Nelson Vinson, 93, of Panama City, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025.  She was born August 18, 1932 in Chipley, Florida.  She was preceded in death by her parents, James Henry & Dee Nelson; her first husband, Herman Myers; her second husband, Howard Vinson and three siblings.  She is survived by two daughters, Wanda Diane Fischer and...

Aug 28, 2025

John Frank McInnis III, 81, passed away Aug. 28 after a long illness. He was a long time resident of Mexico Beach having been stationed at Tyndall AFB since 1981. While at Tyndall he served as an Air Weapons (Traffic) Controller and Instructor. He also served in Viet Nam in a forward Radar Unit. After 23 years in the...

Aug 26, 2025

Gerald Lee Armstrong, Sr., age 80, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025. He was born to Wilbur and Lottie Armstrong on August 31, 1944, in Graceville, Florida. Gerald later moved to Southport and then settled in Panama City, where he spent most of his life.

A proud graduate of Bay High School, Class of 1962, Gerald...

Aug 25, 2025

Gail Coleman, 81, of Panama City, FL passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. She was born on September 15, 1943 in Dothan, Alabama to John R. Coleman, Sr and Willa Grayson (Collins) Coleman.  Gail was a kind woman with a huge heart.  She expressly loved her family and friends, who supported her throughout all life's ups and downs.  ...

Aug 20, 2025

Joan Marie Phillips, 91, of Panama City passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 in her home. Joan was born on June 11, 1934, the second daughter of Richard and Ida Lee in Ashland, Maine. She grew up in Presque Isle, Maine and graduated with honors from Presque Isle High School in 1952.

She worked as...

Aug 19, 2025

Gary Thomas Hagler

March 24, 1959 - August 19, 2025

On March 24, 1959, Gary Thomas Hagler was born, the youngest child of Julia and Jack Hagler.  He died Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the age of 66 after a brief illness.

Gary attended Cove Elementary, Jinks Junior High...

Aug 16, 2025

Janet "Sue" W. Cothran, 89, of Lynn Haven, FL passed away on August 16, 2025. She was born on March 9, 1936 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to Oscar and Martha Wolfe. Sue was a former member of First Baptist Church in Decatur, AL and a current member of First Baptist Church of Panama City. She was preceded in...

Aug 11, 2025

Joe Ben Burleson, Sr. 70, of Panama City, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025.  He was born December 3, 1954 in Mobile, Alabama to Leon & Stella Burleson.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his in-laws, Emory & Betty Ray.  He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Sandra L. Ray-Burleson; two loving...

Aug 9, 2025

Michael Bass, affectionately known as "One-Eyed Mike," passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025. A devout man of faith, an avid outdoorsman, and a passionate motorcycle enthusiast, he was a devoted family man whose infectious laughter resonated from the depths of his soul. His genuine warmth and vibrant spirit touched all who knew him. Michael dedicated over 45 years...

Aug 6, 2025

Georgia L. Ulmer of Panama City, Florida departed from her earthly home to her heavenly home on August 6, 2025. Georgia was born in Panama City, Florida on November 10, 1936 to Henry and Mattie Bevel. She was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church of Panama City and part of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church Family. She...

Aug 5, 2025

Mallie Edward "Ed" Goostree, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, went to Heaven peacefully in his sleep while at home in Panama City, FL, on August 5, 2025—just one day before his 82nd birthday.

Born on August 6, 1943, in Clarksville, TN, to Mallie Edward "Eddie" Goostree Sr. and Sara Elizabeth McGregor, Ed's life was a testament...