James & Sikes Funeral Homes

02/22/2026

There is peace in knowing that love continues beyond this moment, bringing light even during times of loss.

02/20/2026

On National Caregivers Day, we honor the caregivers who support individuals and families with patience, dignity, and compassion. Your work leaves a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful.

02/18/2026

Grief doesn’t disappear, but it changes with time. Each step forward looks different, and that’s okay.

02/18/2026

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02/18/2026

Carlton H. Bishop

Carlton Hicks Bishop, 89, of Alford, Florida, went to his heavenly home on Monday, February 16, 2026. He was born in Houston County, Alabama on March 22, 1936, and lived most of his life in Florida. After a tour of duty in the Marines, he met the love of his life, Georgia Ann Wiggins, and they married in 1957. Mr. Bishop had a distinguished career with the Florida Highway Patrol and retired as a Captain in 1993. He was a...

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02/16/2026

Dallas L. "Jack" Mercer

Dallas "Jack" Mercer, 91, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Panama City Beach, Florida, surrounded by his family. Born on April 29, 1934, in Dellwood, Florida, Dallas lived a long and fulfilling life marked by devotion to family and a successful career in telecommunications. Dallas dedicated 35 years of service to AT&T, where he began his career as a lineman and rose through the ranks to retire as a field engineer. His work took him across the country...

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02/16/2026

Donald C. Holm

Donald C. Holm, age 86, passed away, Saturday, January 24, 2026, at his residence. James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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02/16/2026

Happy birthday to our very own Chris Sikes! Thank you for all you do for our community. We wish you the best in this upcoming year!

02/12/2026

Betsy Lynn Hilburn

Betsy Lynn Hilburn, 57, of Marietta, GA, formerly of Marianna, FL died Monday, February 9, 2026. She was born May 14, 1968, in Marianna, FL to Stanley and Lillianette Rehberg Hilburn. Betsy received her bachelor's degree in accounting from Kennesaw State. She loved her family, and cherished any time spent with them. Betsy had a sense of humor and always appreciated a good joke. She was a hard worker and a giver and would go above and beyond for anyone...

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02/12/2026

Doris Bevlyn "Bev" Baxter

Doris Bevlyn “Bev” Baxter, age 81, of Malone, Florida, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born on April 3, 1944, to James Robert and Rossie Ham Baxter of Malone. She was a graduate of Malone High School and loved supporting her hometown school and alma mater, the Malone Tigers. After graduation, Bev worked at Warner Corp., Rhyne Furniture, J.D. Swearingen Equipment Co, Sunland, and retired...

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02/11/2026

Allie Lorrena Benbo

Allie Lorrena Benbo, 78, of Sneads, Florida, died Monday, February 9, 2026, at Jackson Hospital after a short battle with cancer. She was born April 26, 1947, to Samuel and Lena Gertude Weston Cox, one of nine children. She spent her whole life in Jackson County, mostly in Sneads. Right after her high school graduation in 1965, she started working at the Department of Motor Vehicles in Tallahassee, where she worked for almost 40 years. Towards the end of her...

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02/11/2026

Adam Tellier

Adam Tellier, age 44, of Sneads, Florida, passed away on February 6, 2026, at his residence. He was born to William Tellier and Donna "Luciano" Tellier on November 24, 1981, in Rhode Island. His journey through life was marked by a loving dedication to his family and an outgoing spirit that brightened the lives of those around him. Adam was a proud father, cherishing every moment spent with his children, Bella-Ann, Riley, and Zachary. His affection for his wife, Deedra...

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