Obituaries

Feb 20, 2026

Feb 19, 2026

Ruby L. Gibbs, age 83 of Tallahassee, passed away on February 19, 2026. Private family only graveside services are scheduled on February 25, 2026, with internment at Roselawn Cemetery. Ruby was born in Seminary, Mississippi on September 20, 1942, to the late Joseph and Rita Mae Booth of Seminary, Mississippi. After graduating from Carver Central High School in 1963, Ruby...

Feb 17, 2026

Feb 17, 2026

David Phillip Meador, a man of unwavering faith and gentle character, passed away peacefully at his home in Tallahassee on February 17, 2026, at the age of 68.

Born in Crab Orchard, West Virginia on January 19, 1958, David was the youngest of four children. It was in those mountains that the foundation of his kindness, humility, and quiet strength was...

Jan 16, 2026

Dorothy Mae “Dot” Barber, the oldest of nine children born to Elfie Prejean and Ennis Sears, was born on July 13, 1944, in Jefferson County, Beaumont, Texas. She graduated high school and later earned her vocational license as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Dorothy served faithfully as an LPN for 17 years before retiring and transitioning into cosmetology, where she poured...

Jan 14, 2026

Dec 30, 2025

Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

Leona Dana Watts, 49, born in Titusville, Florida, passed away on December 30, 2025, in Columbus, Georgia.

A beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt, and friend, Leona lived a life deeply rooted in faith, love, and selfless service to others. Her legacy will endure through the cherished memories of those who...

Dec 27, 2025

Catherine Rene Knapp, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2025, in Tallahassee, Florida. Born on September 11, 1953, Catherine dedicated her life to caring for others, both as a devoted nurse and through her deep commitment to her family.

Throughout her life, Catherine exemplified unwavering love and support. She found immense joy in spending time...

Dec 24, 2025

Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Sr.

Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Sr., age 45, passed away unexpectedly while surrounded by family at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born on May 22, 1980, in Tallahassee, Florida, to the late Walter Lamb, Sr. and Brenda Jordan.

Jabori was educated in the Leon County School System and attended Amos P. Godby High School, where he played...

Dec 21, 2025

Reverend Shirley Delores Morris Greenwood, a faithful servant of the Lord, was born on June 23, 1950, to the late Ruth Morris Jackson and Leon Morris, Sr. She was one of six children. She was preceded in death by three siblings, Sara Morris, Leon Morris, Jr., and Douglas Morris.

Reverend Greenwood was reared in a loving Christian home where faith in...

Dec 20, 2025

Lula Mae Ward was born on August 22, 1933, in Camilla, Georgia, to the late Willie and Larcene Robinson. On December 20, 2025, she transitioned peacefully at Eden Springs, surrounded by her loving family.

At an early age, Mother Ward accepted Christ and joined Oakgrove Missionary Baptist Church in Camilla, Georgia. She later united with Mt. Sinai Prayer Temple in Tallahassee,...

Dec 6, 2025

Kurt Edward Henne, age 63, of Tallahassee, Florida, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

Kurt was born on March 26, 1962, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to Carl and Beryl Henne. As part of an Army family, he lived in many places while growing up, eventually putting down roots in Virginia before moving to Tallahassee last year. He earned a degree in...

Dec 4, 2025

Nov 3, 2025

Rowena Johnson was born on November 10, 1960, to the late Mariah Hall and George Lee McMillan. She was raised in Wakulla County, Florida, where she attended public schools and built a life grounded in love, faith, and family. On Monday, November 3, 2025, Rowena was called home to eternal rest. A devoted homemaker, she dedicated her life to nurturing...

Oct 24, 2025

Mr. Paulemy Auxerre, affectionately known by many as “Polo,” was born on June 14, 1951, in Anse-à-Veau, Haiti, to the late Pauleus Auxerre and Iforcia Similien. On October 24, 2025, at the age of 74, he peacefully transitioned from this life in Tallahassee, Florida, surrounded by love.

Paulemy’s early life began in Anse-à-Veau, where he spent his formative years before moving...

Oct 20, 2025

Ella Mae Collins was born on November 19, 1937 in Butler, Georgia to the late Effie and Harrison Turner. She had seven (7) siblings of which she was the youngest and only girl. After an extended illness and at the age of 87 years old, the angels came and ushered her to her new home with the Lord and Savior...

Aug 27, 2025

Benjamin Franklin Williams Jr. was born on June 10, 1961 to the late Paulette Marie Crawford Williams Dewberry and Benjamin Franklin Williams Sr. Benjamin was a lifelong resident of Leon County and attended James S. Rickards High School where he obtained his High School Diploma. Benjamin dedicated his life to working at Florida A&M University Grounds department where he remained...

Jul 17, 2025

Chenoah Rayne Brister Born in Tallahassee, Florida to Phillip Brister and Sherrel Howard. Chenoah Rayne Brister was a bright light in our lives with a spirit full of joy, laughter, and kindness. She grew up in Tallahassee, FL where she attended Bond Elementary School. She loved attending school which brought out her fun, creative, and spontaneous side. Although shy at...

Jul 15, 2025

Mr. Marlon DaVay Williams, Sr. was born on December 18, 1966, in Tallahassee, FL at the FAMU Hospital to Joe Williams and Lettie Mae Miller. Marlon passed away on the evening of July 15, 2025, in Tallahassee.  Marlon was educated in Leon County Schools, where he attended Rickards High School and FAMU High. Though he left school before graduating, he...

Jun 6, 2025

Linda D. Cofield, born in Merry Hill North Carolina on October 3, 1958, to the late Beulah Allen Cofield and Henry E. Cofield transitioned from this world on June 6, 2025. The beloved mother of two, a grandmother, and great grandmother, Linda’s torch still shines through her doting son, Allen Wilson (Andrea) of Tallahassee, Florida, loving daughter, Latonya Hammonds of...