Obituaries

Nov 18, 2023

Charles Edward Wright, 80, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at his home in Havana, FL, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Atlantic City, NJ to the late Somers and Lucille Wright and grew up in Cape May Court House, NJ, where he graduated from Middle Township High School in 1962. His life...

Nov 17, 2023

Cynthia Gail Oliver (62) passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at her home in Tallahassee, FL.

 The memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Faith Funeral Home 6972 Florida Georgia Hwy, Havana, Florida. Her family will receive friends after the service. Cindy was born on September 11, 1961 in Monticello, Florida. The daughter of...

Nov 15, 2023

 Sydney Marie Chaires, also known as Peggy, passed away November 15, 2023 at the age of 82.  She was born in Tallahassee, FL  on October 1,1941 to the late Louis Sidney Reeves and Blanche Marie Reeves.  The graveside service will be held Saturday, December 2, 2023 at White Church cemetery, Woodville, FL at 1:00 p.m..

 Peggy was preceded by her husband,...

Nov 13, 2023

Margaret Dale (Gorday) Mullins was born March 10, 1953 to Margaret Adelaide Murphy and William Bryant “Coach” Gorday.  She was the third of seven children and grew up in Pensacola Florida.  There she attended Escambia High School and caught the eye of an upperclassman, Cecil Mullins.  Upon Cecil’s return from Vietnam, Cecil and Dale were married and were together for...

Nov 13, 2023

No services are planned at this time.

Faith Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements (850.539.4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).

Nov 10, 2023

 Cecil Ocie Mullins was born on December 6, 1951, to Mildred Eloise and Doyle Cecil Mullins I. He attended Escambia High School, graduating in 1970. After, he enlisted in the Vietnam War, returning later to surprise his sweetheart, Dale, whom he married in July of 1972. Later he moved from Pensacola to Tallahassee to earn his BA in Criminology at Florida State...

Nov 8, 2023

 James D. Wester, known as Jimmy, Dad, Grandpa and Jim Jim, born August 4, 1938, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at age 85.   He was born to parents Elmer Cleve and Flora Belle Wester. Jim attended Albany High School in Albany, Georgia and later attended Georgia Tech graduating from Auburn University, where he played basketball.  He received a master’s degree at George Washington University.  Jim also served in the US Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Belvoir.  Jim worked in technology for many years, eventually owning his own company (Results Inc.) and holding leadership positions in others. He leaves behind a legacy of love and integrity with his family and friends.  He is survived by his wife Medora Wester of 22 years and children, James Jr. (Martha) and Ronald C Wester (Natalie), grandchildren, Lydia, AJ, Henry and Naree. His extended family, Chet Barret (Amy) and Cindy Beale, grandchildren, Lindsey (Russell), Meredith and Madison, great grandchildren Everett, and Wrenn, his many caregivers and especially Sherry Wright and Anthony Bostic, along with many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, beloved brother Cleve Wester, who was his hero and Greta, his faithful canine companion. To know Jim was to know joy and laughter. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and spent many hours involved with Boy Scouts of America where he was a scout leader supporting his sons in weekly adventures and, as a coach for Boy’s Club basketball. Jim also dabbled in horse racing and was a purveyor of land management with Results Tree Farm. He was an avid fan of the Auburn Tigers, and he loved the arts, specifically theatre and music. Jim was a member of the Washington DC Touchdown Club, Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited, Quail Unlimited, Havana Golf and Country Club, Stonebridge Golf and Country Club in Albany Georgia and Manor Country Club in Rockville, Maryland. Though his smile is gone forever and his hand we cannot touch, we still have so many memories of the one we loved so much. His memory is now our keepsake, with which we will never part.  God has him in his keeping and we have him in our heart. Donations in Jim’s memory can be made to Big Bend Hospice, First Presbyterian Church of Havana, Florida or the Alzheimer’s Association. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Faith Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements (850.539.4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).

Nov 3, 2023

James “Jim” Dewey Warner, 88, passed away peacefully Friday, November 3, 2023, at his home.

A visitation will be held at 10:00 am on November 9, 2023, with the memorial service beginning at 11:00 am, at Salem Methodist Church in Havana.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association (mbara.org).  Faith Funeral Home in Havana is handling arrangements (850-539-4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).

Jim...

Nov 1, 2023

Peggy Jean Hair, 66 of Havana, FL passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at her residence.

The Celebration of her Life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Tallavana Church near Havana. (5910 Havana Hwy. Havana, FL 32333) with Pastor Randy Ross officiating the service. The family will receive friends after the service.

Peggy was born June 24,...

Oct 30, 2023

Janice Faye Farris, 85 of Havana, Florida, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023 at her residence.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 3, 2023 at Faith Funeral Home Chapel. The interment will follow at the VFW Cemetery in Tallahassee, with Pastor Marvin Snipes officiating the service. Active pallbearers include Brian...

Oct 29, 2023

Family is planning a Memorial Service for a later date.

Faith Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements (850.539.4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).

Oct 28, 2023

Clarence Randall ( Randy, PawPaw) Strickland, 63 of Havana, Florida passed away Saturday October 28, 2023.

The memorial service will be held at 2pm Saturday, November 11, 2023. The Visitation will be at 1pm. At Faith Funeral Home Chapel in Havana, (6972 Florida / Georgia Highway, Havana, Florida 32333)

Randy was born on June 4, 1960. He was a fan of NASCAR,...

Oct 26, 2023

 Lex Bryant  , 91, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 after a brief illness.  He was surrounded by his loving family as he entered into eternal rest.

Lex was born on June 19, 1932 in Grady County, Georgia to Lola and Wiley Bryant.  Lex was married to Alice Holland Poppell, his devoted and loving wife, for seventy years. ...

Oct 25, 2023

Charles Robert Williams, age 89 passed away peacefully in Havana, FL on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. He was born on September 1, 1934 in Arenzville, Illinois. He moved to Tallahassee, FL, in 1965 with his wife.

Charles is survived by his wife of almost 68 years, Joyce Williams; son Timothy Williams (Marie), as well as his granddaughters Christy Laurent (Ryan), Jessica...

Oct 13, 2023

Linda Kaye Money Williams, age 74, of Havana, passed away Friday, October 13,  2023

Linda was born in Forsyth County, NC to the late James Stacey Money Sr. and Mae Ayers Mayes. In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband Bill; her sister, Rachel Matthews and husband Tony; sister-in-law, Ronda Money; step-dad, Clyde Mayes; as well...

Sep 25, 2023

No service planned at this time.

Faith Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements (850.539.4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).

Sep 22, 2023

Annie Gean Dean, 65 of Tallahassee, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

The graveside funeral service will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Friday, September 29, 2023 at White Church Cemetery in Woodville, with Pastor Dennis Young officiating the service.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at Faith...

Sep 20, 2023

Carolyn Doris Reams, age 79, passed away on September 20, 2023, peacefully at her residence in Tallahassee, Florida.

Born on March 17, 1944, known for her deep love of family and her passion for gardening. Her green thumb was renowned, and she cultivated a diverse array of fruit trees, including lime, orange, cumquat, peach, apple, and even grapes, turning her yard...

Sep 19, 2023

No service planned at this time.

Faith Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements (850.539.4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).

Sep 17, 2023

No service planned at this time.

Faith Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements (850.539.4300 or www.faithfuneralhome.com).