Peel Funeral Home, 301 East Evans Avenue, Bonifay, FL (2026)

05/21/2026

WILLIE HILTON DAVIS

Mr. Willie Hilton Davis, age 80, of Caryville, Florida passed away May 20, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 16, 1945, in Washington County, Florida. Willie was preceded in death by his father, Aubrey Davis, his mother, Doris Boncile Murphy Herrington, his stepfather, John Dell Herrington, and one brother, Charles Davis.

Mr. Davis is survived by his wife, Marilyn Davis of Caryville, FL; one son, Aubrey Davis of Lake Wales, FL; two stepchildren, Paula Owens and husband Jack of Lake Wales, FL and Don Hicks of Orlando, FL; two grandchildren, Hunter and Lily of Lake Wales, FL; one sister, Diann Register and husband Coleman of Vernon, FL.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in the Peel Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Bethel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2 PM Tuesday at Peel Funeral Home.

05/20/2026

DOLLIE BELLE GILLIS

Ms. Dollie Belle Gillis, age 87, of Westville, Florida passed away May 19, 2026, at Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama. She was born February 4, 1939, in Westville, Florida to the late Lewis Gordon Smith and Ruby Mae Hood Smith. In addition to her parents, Dollie was preceded in death by her husband, Angus Dee Gillis, two brothers, Allen Smith and Dewey Smith, and two grandchildren, Camron Kilpatrick and Jeremy Land.

Ms. Gillis is survived by three children, Larry Gillis and wife Phyllis of Middleburg, FL, Sandra Kilpatrick and husband Chris of Geneva, AL, and Myra Hayes of Dothan, AL; four brothers, Bud Smith and wife Cindy of Locust Grove, GA, James Smith and wife Pat of Westville, FL, Jerry Smith and wife Angie of Westville, FL, and Kenny Smith and wife Sharon of Westville, FL; the best Nana to six grandchildren, Brandi Gillis, Brittany Cherry, Larry Gillis Jr., Brooklyn Kilpatrick, Taylor Corbin, and Samantha Rustin, and eight great-grandchildren, Harmony, Peyton, Kennedy, Kenley, Ellie, Emrie, Hance, and Hux; numerous nieces, nephews, and special friends.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Evergreen Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the Campground Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 PM Friday, May 22, 2026, at Peel Funeral Home.

05/19/2026

LEROY COOPER

Mr. Leroy Cooper, age 81, of Caryville, Florida passed away May 18, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on October 10, 1944, in Bay Minette, Alabama. Leroy was preceded in death by his father, Walter Benjamin Cooper, his mother, Catherine Thomley Cooper Wages, two brothers, Jerry Cooper and Clinton Cooper, and three sisters, Edna Carmley, Gladys Galloway, and Lettie Collins.

Mr. Cooper is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bonnie Cooper of Caryville, FL, three children, Pauline Paul and John of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Natasha Cooper and Chris Wood of Milton, FL, and John Cooper and Heather of Caryville, FL; one sister, Vitana Gordon of Caryville, FL; one brother, Leon Cooper of Caryville, FL; nine grandchildren, Bubba Cooper, Shellie Murray, Slim Murray, Odie Murray, Shay Paul, Joanie Paul, Taree Curry, Kayla Curry, and Reagan Cooper; 20 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the Peel Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in the Live Oak Baptist Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 10 to 11 AM at Peel Funeral Home.

05/18/2026

STEPHEN M. BURROUGHS

Mr. Stephen M. Burroughs, age 61, passed May 16, 2026, at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay, Florida. He was born on October 28, 1964, in Jacksonville, Florida. Stephen was preceded in death by his father, Franklin Delanor Burroughs, his mother, Lou Hazel Collins Burroughs, and one brother, John David Smith.

Mr. Burroughs is survived by two uncles, Rev. Larry Collins and wife Ruth of Bryceville, FL and Joseph L. Collins of Panama City, FL; several nephews, cousins, and friends.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in the Beulah Freewill Baptist Cemetery, 1419 Fowler Road, Graceville, Florida, with Rev. Brian Benjamin and Rev. Howard Pitts officiating. Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements.

05/09/2026

GLENN EUGENE RICH

Mr. Glenn Eugene Rich, age 76, of Bonifay, Florida passed away May 7, 2026, at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay in Panama City, Florida. He was born on September 8, 1949, in Tampa, Florida. Glenn was preceded in death by his father, Palmer Eugene Rich, his mother, Syble Earline Pippin Harcus, and his loving wife of 50 years, Brenda Miller Rich.

Mr. Rich is survived by one son, John Bradley Rich and wife Erin of Tallahassee, FL; one grandson, Kevin Grady Rich of Tallahassee, FL; two siblings, Jimmy Rich and wife Kathy of Bonifay, FL and Debbie Lively and husband Doug of Cary, NC; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Bonifay First United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in the Westville Community Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 PM Friday, May 15, 2026, at Peel Funeral Home.

Flowers are being accepted or memorial donations may be given to Bonifay First United Methodist Church, 202 North Oklahoma Street, Bonifay, FL 32425 or First Baptist Bonifay, 311 North Waukesha Street, Bonifay, FL 32425.

05/07/2026

PAULA MORENO PEREZ

Mrs. Paula Moreno Perez, age 58, of Bonifay, Florida passed away May 6, 2026, at her daughter's home in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. She was born June 29, 1967, in Rancho Agua Fria, Michoacán, Mexico.

Mrs. Perez is survived by her husband, Jose Cornejo Jaimes; six children, Oralia Cornejo, Eva Lichner and husband Nicholas, Dolores Cornejo Perez, Martha Cornejo Perez, Lupe Cornejo Perez, and Jose Cornejo Perez; twelve grandchildren, Julisa, Yaquelin, Yareli, Jose, Mia, Sunny, Jack, Karina, Nathalia, Grayson, Opal, and Lola.

The family will receive friends from 3 to 3:30 PM Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Peel Funeral Home, 301 East Evans Avenue, Bonifay, Florida. A graveside service will be held at 4:00 PM Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the Hartford City Cemetery in Hartford, Alabama, West Line Street, Hartford, Alabama.

05/05/2026

BILLY JOE MITCHELL

Mr. Billy Joe Mitchell, age 59, of Caryville, Florida passed away May 4, 2026. He was born on August 6, 1966, in Marion County, Florida. Billy Joe was preceded in death by his father, Willie Mac Mitchell and two brothers, William Mitchell and Edward Connell.

Mr. Mitchell is survived by his daughters, Cheyenne Mitchell and Summer Pippin; one grandson, Kole Riley; his mother, Edna Clarice Guerrant; his biological mother, Karen Moore; four sisters, Darla Sue Woods, Violet Mitchell, Amber Mitchell, and Michell Connell; best friend and mother of his daughter, Kristie Tillis; several nieces and nephews.

Memorialization will be by cremation with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ of Caryville with Rev. Edward Williams officiating.

05/01/2026

DOROTHY DALE FOREHAND CHESNUT

Ms. Dorothy Dale Forehand Chesnut, age 91, of Bonifay, Florida passed away April 30, 2026, at her home. She was born on February 7, 1935, in Washington County, Florida. Dorothy was preceded in death by her mother, Jessie Mae Thames Forehand, her husband, Jerry Edward Chesnut, and several siblings.

Ms. Chesnut is survived by two daughters, Suzanne Paramore and husband Charles and Lisa Messer; one son, Arthur Robert Williams; four grandchildren, Sean Williams, Michael Williams, Charles Paramore III, and Ian Messer; one great-grandchild, Dottie Williams; several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 3:00 PM Monday, May 4, 2026, in the Poplar Head Church Cemetery, 254 Poplar Head Road, Bonifay, Florida, with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends prior to the service in the cemetery from 2:45 to 3:00 PM Monday

04/28/2026

RICHARD PHILLILP SLAY

Mr. Richard Phillip Slay, age 75, of Bonifay, Florida went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 27, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on April 20, 1951, in Chipley, Florida to the late Houston Slay and Elvie Cutchins Slay. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by one brother, David Slay.

Richard Slay was a man whose life was rooted in faith, love, and service to others. He devoted his life to sharing the message of Jesus Christ, leading countless people to the Lord through both his work and everyday conversations. Whether serving as a correctional officer or as the owner of the Bonifay Athletic Club, Richard never missed an opportunity to speak to someone about his faith.

A faithful servant, Richard wore many hats within the church. He was a preacher, a teacher, a song leader, and an elder who always was willing to step in wherever he was needed. His love for people was evident in the way he lived, but his love for Jesus was even greater, guiding every aspect of his life. His impact will be felt for generations to come

Above all, Richard was a devoted family man. He was a loving husband and proudly held the title of “Papa,” a role he cherished deeply. To his family, he was not only a provider and protector, but a spiritual leader and constant source of strength and encouragement. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Mr. Slay is survived by his wife of 33 years, Tammy Slay; five children, Stacy Slay, Amy Jernigan and Mickey, Sherry Young, Johnny Slay and Julie, and Dawn Hersman; four siblings, Suzanne Scott, Buddy Slay and Mary, Roger Slay and Brenda, and Nancy Dunn and Max K***z; nine grandchildren, Houston Lane Jernigan and Makenzy, Madison White, Samantha Slay, Ethan Slay and Emily, Dylan Hersman, Braydon Young, Dalton Hersman, Jaren Manuel, and Jaylee Manuel; two great-grandchildren, Audrey Jernigan and Elijah Slay; numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Rev. Wesley Adams officiating. Memorialization will be by cremation with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements.

04/27/2026

RONALD WAYNE BAILES

Mr. Ronald Wayne Bailes, age 82, of Bonifay, Florida passed away April 26, 2026, at his home. He was born January 29, 1944, in Orlando, Florida to the late James Joel ‘Joe’ Bailes and Bernice Gladys Holt Bailes. In addition to his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by two brothers, Billy Ray Bailes and James Howard ‘Bud’ Bailes, and two sisters, Joyce Gunther and Elizabeth ‘Libby’ Boroughs.

Mr. Bailes is survived by his wife of 38 years, Judy Bailes; two sons, Ronald Bailes Jr and wife Jennifer and Mike Bailes and wife Kim; two stepchildren, Deanna Powell and husband Ron and Fred Baker Jr.; one sister, Joann Turnage; one brother, Delbert G. Bailes and wife Elaine; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 PM Friday, May 1, 2026, at Peel Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Mt. Zion Independent Baptist Church, 3205 Highway 2, Bonifay, Florida.

04/27/2026

Coy Travis Bryan

Mr. Coy Travis Bryan, age 83, of Bonifay, Florida passed away April 25, 2026, at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama. He was born on January 30, 1943, in Caryville, Florida.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at New Smyrna Assembly of God Church. Interment will follow in the New Smyrna Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1 to 2 PM at New Smyrna Assembly of God Church.

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