James & Sikes Funeral Homes

01/13/2026

We celebrate the impact of a life well-lived and the love that continues to inspire.

01/09/2026

Janice Fay Drawdy

Janice Fay Drawdy, 74, of Marianna, Florida, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Jackson Hospital. She was born May 27, 1951, to Herbert and Ruby Jeter. She has lived most of her life in Jackson County. She loved to watch TV, and didn’t care what was on as long as the screen was big and the volume was up. She was a very tender and understanding person. She knew what she wanted and wasn’t scared to let you know what...

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01/09/2026

Saying goodbye is never easy… but that just shows how much they meant to us.

01/06/2026

James Howard Cliburn

James Howard Cliburn, 85, of Marianna, Florida died Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Funeral services will be 2 PM Friday, January 9, 2026 at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel. Private burial will follow. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel.

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01/06/2026

Billy G. King

Billy G. King, 87, of Blounstown, formally of Greenwood, died Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City. Billy was born June 1, 1938, in Ashford, AL, to the late William H. King and Rebekka Whitaker King. He lived in Jackson County most of his life where he owned and operated King Upholstery for many years. Billy was preceded in death by his parents. His survivors include his brother, Kenneth King, and sister, Ann Parrish; and 25...

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01/05/2026

Gloria B. Melvin

Gloria B. Melvin passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. She was born on September 17, 1935, in Marianna, Florida. Gloria's life was marked by her passion for giving back to the community, her devotion to her family and her unwavering love for the Lord. Gloria attended school in Jackson County and graduated from Marianna High School in 1953. Her professional journey started with the Jackson County School Board, where she served for three decades....

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01/03/2026

Johnie Edgar Boxley

Johnie Edgar Boxley, 92, of Manning, SC, residing with his daughter in Marianna, FL, died surrounded by his loved ones on December 31, 2025. He was born in Tecumseh, Oklahoma in 1933 to biological parents and was raised by his aunt and uncle, Thomas and Garnet Granell of Casper, Wyoming who lovingly cared for him. Johnie joined the United States Air Force at the age of 18. He spent twenty-three years in faithful service with the Air Force in the...

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01/02/2026

Angela Perkins

Angela Lanore Perkins, 50, of Marianna, died Friday, December 26, 2025, at Southeast Health Medical Center in Dothan, Alabama. She is survived by her son, Cory Williams and was a loving mother and friend.

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01/02/2026

Cora Lee Powell Strickland

Cora Lee Powell Strickland 81, of Greenwood, Florida, passed away on December 31, 2025. She was born on December 2, 1944, in Dellwood, Florida to J.W. and Lois Powell. Cora was a member of Welcome Assembly of God, where she served on several committees, including the Women’s Ministry, the Golden Heirs, Widows, and Missions. Her faith in God was the foundation that kept her through all of her life’s trials. She enjoyed spending time with her family and cooking for...

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01/01/2026

As a new year begins, we hold close the memories of those we’ve lost and carry their love with us into the days ahead. May this year bring peace & comfort!

01/01/2026

As this year draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect and look ahead. We wish you all a peaceful & bright new year!

12/30/2025

Leroy Williams

Leroy Bruce Williams, 92, of Marianna, Florida died Sunday, December 28, 2025 at his residence. Leroy was born in Jackson County and spent his life here. He was married to Larua Faulk and together they had two children. Leroy served in the US Army before coming back to work as a Police Officer with the Marianna Police Department for 29 years. He and Laura were lifelong members of Trinity Baptist Church until their health declined. He was always diligent about...

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