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William (Bill) Charles Tucker, 81, of Pace, Florida, passed away on December 3, 2025, at Sacred Heart Hospital. Surrounded by his family, he peacefully went into the presence of the Lord after a series of recent health complications. He was born on May 18,1944, in Sparks, Georgia. He and his nine siblings spent their childhood primarily in Tifton, Georgia, as well as short stints in Saint Simons Island, Ty Ty, Tallahassee, and many other southern cities. Bill joined the U.S. military in 1961, serving in the Navy until his retirement in 1981. William Tucker was married to Cressie Holland in Brewton, Alabama, on September 21, 1971. They spent time in Bagdad, Florida, before moving to...

Julianne Poth Semmes peacefully passed away surrounded by love at her home in Navarre Fl on Friday November 7 th, 2025 at the age of 93. Julianne was born on September 15 th, 1932 as the first child to Edmund Bernard Jr. and Mary Kathryn Florence Poth. She grew up on Poth Ranch in south Texas and assisted her Aunt Lillie B in the Poth, Texas general store. She graduated from Pleasonton High School and received her bachelor's in education in 1953 from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio Texas. A year later she married the love of her life, Oliver John Semmes III. A sincere and devoted Catholic dedicated to her family, community and the church. She was a longtime member of the...

Addie Maxine (Phillips) Jones of Allentown went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Born and raised in Berrydale, she married John Lewis Jones in 1959 and moved to Allentown. Known for her beautiful flower beds and encouraging smile, she loved life in the country and being a farmer's wife. She never met a stranger and always looked for an opportunity to pray for others and share the love of God. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Lewis Jones, her parents Eli "Bud" and Sadie Phillips of Berrydale, and her bothers Gerald Phillips and Lavon Phillips. She is survived by her two children Keith Jones of Allentown and Robynn (Keith) Campbell of Chumuckla, three...

Gary A. Gazzillo, 73, of Navarre, Florida, passed away at home on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Born on February 28, 1952, in Glens Falls, New York, he was the second youngest child of James Gazzillo and Eleanor Ramsey Gazzillo. Gary proudly served in the United States Air Force, separating as a Sergeant during the Vietnam War era. Following his military service, he became a firefighter with the Ocean City-Wright Fire Department. With over 20 years of combined experience, ranging from Code Enforcement to Engineer to Line Officer, and later with the Florida State Fire Marshal's Office, he spent his first four years in Code Enforcement and the remaining years as a State Law Enforcement Detective...

James Michael Kadziolka, of Navarre Beach, Florida, and a longtime resident of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on August 9, 1950, in Buffalo, New York, Jim lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and a deep love for his family, friends, and community. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Jim served from 1969 to 1970 at Keesler Air Force Base and later at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City, Florida, from 1970 to 1976. It was during his time in Panama City that he developed a profound appreciation for the beauty of the Gulf Coast, a region he dreamed of calling home in retirement. After earning his degree in Air Traffic...

Joy Permelia Boothe Rowell, 70, of Jay, Florida, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Joy was born in Mobile, Alabama, to the late Alex Zander Boothe, Jr. and Virginia Adelle Estes Boothe on December 5, 1954. She was the fourth of five children, and she loved each of her siblings fiercely. Joy spent much of her childhood on Lott Road, moving between her parents' dairy farm and the apartment above the store they owned. She went back and forth between Wilmer Elementary and Semmes, each time reuniting with friends who would call out, "Hey! Joy's back!" upon her arrival. She had a horse named Champ she loved, she picked and sold bushels upon bushels of peas, and she grew up in...

Jenese Catherine (Miller) Truelsen Born February 1, 1938, in Rodman, Iowa Entered Eternal Rest March 20th, 2025, Pensacola, Florida Jenese was passionate about her love of God, family, teaching, and world travel. She has been a resident of Milton, Florida since 1968 and taught at Rhodes (Oakhurst) Elementary for 27 years. Jenese was preceded in death by her husband of 61 year, Marlan Kenneth Truelsen; her three brothers, Lloyd, John and James Miller; and her parents E. Dale and Helen Miller. She is survived by her three daughters and their spouses, Jenet (Joe) Hattaway of Pace, Florida, Melinda Truelsen (fianc?, David Brown) of Siler City, North Carolina, and Cindy Hood of...

Richard "Ricky" Wayne Davis, 69, of Milton, FL passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Ricky was born in Tuscaloosa, AL to Elvey "Bud" Guel Davis and Alice Rebecca Hester Davis. Ricky moved with his family to Milton when he was in the third grade where he attended Berryhill Elementary and later Milton High School. Ricky worked as an electrical technician most of his life. Ricky is preceded in death by both parents, Bud and Alice; his brothers, Joseph Michael Davis and Elvey "Budgy" Guel Davis, Jr.; and both his paternal and maternal grandparents. Ricky is survived by his daughters, Tifffany Davis of Molino, FL and Rebecca "Becky" Beeman (Scott) of Pace, FL; his sister, Robbin...

Cyrus Albert Rice, Jr., 88, of Munson, Florida, passed away on January 14, 2025. Albert was born on March 8, 1936, in Gilchrist County, Florida to the late Cyrus Albert Rice, Sr. and Ida May (Holloway) Rice. He was a graduate of Bell High School and The University of Florida. He retired from the Santa Rosa County School Board after thirty years as a teacher and Director of Transportation. Albert was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Ida Mae Nobles; and sister-in-law, Harriet Ginger Rice. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Elon (Hardy) Rice; two sons, Cyrus Albert (Bert) Rice, III, James Anthony (Robbin) Rice; one daughter, Mary Rebecca (Becky)(Philip) Nation;...

Louise Zivic Egler, 85, of Grayson, Georgia was called home to the Lord on June 28, 2024, after being hospitalized with a respiratory illness. Louise was born on December 2, 1938, to Frank and Rosalia Zivic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She attended St. Nicholas North Side Grade School and St. Benedict's Academy in Pittsburgh. She spent her career as an employee of the Calgon/Merck Corporation. She married her husband, Colonel James Egler, in 1980 and several years later they made their move to Milton, Florida, where they enjoyed the Gulf Beaches and nearby military base life. While in Milton, Louise volunteered at the Santa Rosa Medical Center and was very active in many ministries at St....

Joyce Lee Rogers was born on July 2, 1942, in Virgin Beach, Virginia. She is the daughter of Frank and Mildred Bangley who have preceded her in death. She also has a younger sister, Patricia, who resides in North Carolina. Joyce married a Navy Sailor, Russell Edward Rogers in 1964. It did not take them long to start building a family. Edward was born in 1965, Brian a year later in 1966, Russell born 1970, and Scott in 1972. With a husband who was constantly out to sea, her life revolved around these children. As a Navy Wife, Joyce lived in Florida, California, New Jersey, Virginia, and Japan. She travelled all over the Far East, including the Philippines, Korea, and Hong Kong. Regardless...

Norma Harris, retired housewife, age 90, of Milton Florida, went to be with Jesus, January 29, 2024, after being on Hospice for three years. Norma was born in Worthington, Indiana. She was a member of Olivet Baptist church. Norma is preceded in death by her father, Otis; mother, Annabelle; two brothers Willard and Richard; sister, Alice. She is survived by three sisters, Iris, Sandra, Rosetta; a loving mother of two daughters, Marilyn, Carolyn; two granddaughters, Laura, Crystal; Nine great grandchildren, Derek, Ashley, Lucas, Jessica, Allison, Angeli, Stephen, Ava, Ariana; three great great grandchildren, Levi, Ana, and Hunter A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday February 3,...

Constance (Connie) Ann Thomsen, 85 years old, of Navarre, Florida passed away on Friday January 5, 2024, 5 days shy of her 86th birthday. Connie was a Native of Toledo, Ohio and was the oldest daughter of the late Kenneth and Winifred Bondy. She earned a degree in Music Theory. Connie enjoyed many of her students throughout her career as a piano teacher. Connie was preceded in death by her late husband, Ronald (Ron) Thomsen and her son, Jeff Hall. She is survived by her younger sister, LaDonna Bondy of Toledo; a son, Greg Hall of Calgary, Canada; a son, Ron (Nancy) Hall of Coalhurst, Canada; a daughter, Colleen Dougherty of Albuquerque, New Mexico; a son, Steve (Daniele) Hall of...

Freida King Nichols, age 87, surrounded by her loving family, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on October 1, 2023. Her passing was due to an extended illness. Freida worked as a registered nurse at Santa Rosa Hospital, serving in Labor and Delivery and in supervisory and administrative roles. Later she founded and taught the Certified Nursing Assistant program at Milton High School and Locklin Vocational School. Her students were both adults and high school students. Many went on to careers in the medical field. She loved her students, and they loved her. She took sincere interest in them and had an impact on many lives. Freida was an active member of First Baptist Church, Beta...

Randall Lee Janson Jr, 51 of Navarre, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Lee was a native of Lake City, Florida and the first of two children born to Randy and the late Connie Marsh. He was a retired veteran of the United States Air Force. Lee was a member of Parkview Baptist Church. He is survived by his parents, Randy and Michelle; brother, Patrick; and sister, Robin. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday October 12, 2023, at the Lewis Funeral Home Navarre Chapel7794 Navarre Parkway Navarre, Florida 32566, with visitation from 11:00am-12:00pm and service at 12:00pm. Services will be conducted by Reverend Theodore (Ted) Janson officiating. The family...

Sammy Druggish Jr., age 80, from Navarre, Florida, passed away Wednesday September 20, 2023. Born January 7, 1943, in Bartley, West Virgina to the late Sammy Druggish Sr, and Mabel (Rowe) Druggish. Sammy Jr. attended Big Creek High School and shortly after joined the Army where he went to Germany to work in the Auto pool. He then returned to the states and met and married the late Ruth Anne (Freeman). Sammy also owned and operated Druggish Vinyl Siding for 23 years and remained involved in business while caring for his wife. Sammy also played softball while living in Maryland and Ohio. Sammy wore many hats in his life from little league coach to grounds keeper in the initial stages of...

Ottis Joiner 1934 - 2023 Ottis Joiner, 88, passed away on September 18, 2023, in Milton, Florida after a brief battle with lung cancer. Ottis was born on October 21, 1934, in Chumuckla, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife, Marie Joiner, and their children: Patty and Wayne Hawthorne, Judy and John Belew, and Janet and Glen Strange. Ottis was also a proud grandfather to Brian and Amy Hawthorne, Jeff and Tabatha Hawthorne, Karyn and Eric Walborn, Adam Joiner, Chrissi and Christian Jenkins, Ali and Ben Ohler, Nicole and Andrew Kelley, and Thomas Strange. He cherished his great-grandchildren: Nolan and Danielle Hawthorne, Presley and Riley Hawthorne, Parker and Aiden Weekley, Max and...

We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of patriarch, friend, and patriot Command Sgt. Maj. George Joseph Archuleta. Born on October 22, 1947, to parents Jose and Alice Archuleta, George made his final journey home at 75, on August 18, 2023. George was a true patriot. Drawn instinctively towards service, he made his mark in the U.S. military, dedicating 24 exceptional years to the U.S. Army. His service record, notable for its integrity and distinction, spanned both the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm, culminating in his retirement as a Command Sergeant Major. His journey with the armed forces did not end there; he continued serving, spending ten further years in the Civil...

We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of patriarch, friend, and patriot Command Sgt. Maj. George Joseph Archuleta. Born on October 22, 1947, to parents Jose and Alice Archuleta, George made his final journey home at 75, on August 18, 2023. George was a true patriot. Drawn instinctively towards service, he made his mark in the U.S. military, dedicating 24 exceptional years to the U.S. Army. His service record, notable for its integrity and distinction, spanned both the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm, culminating in his retirement as a Command Sergeant Major. His journey with the armed forces did not end there; he continued serving, spending ten further years in the Civil...

Martha Dornish is survived by her children John Michael Dornish (Anne Christin) of Bekkestua, Norway, Carol Dornish of Milton Florida, Lyn Stone of Buford, Georgia, Lisa Elliott (Jeffrey) of Pace, Florida; grandchildren, Rian (Shannah) Elliott of Bay Minette, Alabama, Laura Stone of Atlanta, Georgia, Paul Stone of Fallbrook, California, Courtney Elliott of Milton, Florida, Hanne Dornish of Hof, Norway, and Elisabeth Dornish Vollen, Norway; 10 great grandchildren. A Ceremony of Life will be held on Sept 16, 2023, 6pm, Santa Rosa VA Memorial Plaza, 5191 Willing St. Milton, Florida 32570. Lewis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Dr. Jim Jowers turned in his Navy Gold Wings and gained Celestial Wings as he zoomed to Heaven with the Death Angel who he made famous in his numerous novels. He was born on a small farm in West Tennessee and attended a one-room schoolhouse through the 8th grade. He graduated from Lexington High School with honors, Class of 1951, and entered college at UT Martin. After graduation, he entered the Navy Flight School at Pensacola, Florida as a Naval Aviation Cadet. Upon completion of flight school on March 16, 1955, he was awarded a commission and his Wings of Gold and started a 28-year military career. While in flight school, he met the love of his life, Dr. Mary Catherine Williams of...