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Edith Jeannette Hock was born in Deshler, Ohio October 10, 1933, to Charles Herbert Davis and Glenna Elizabeth Hackenberger-Davis. They moved to North Baltimore, OH where she attended school and graduated in 1951. She then attended shortly Toledo Hospital School of Nursing. In 1953, she married the love of her life Harold Guy Hock from Van Buren, OH, and became a U.S. Air Force military wife living in Germany first before they were stationed all over the eastern U.S. She is preceded in...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Lille "Miss Tiny" Kistner, age 80, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida.  An obituary will be forthcoming.  Service date, time, and location will be updated here when finalized.  The family appreciates your prayers.

A devoted husband to Shirley (deceased); beloved and loving father to Judy, Suzan (David Greer - deceased), George (deceased), and Nora (Sam Pappas); and doting Papou (Grandfather in Greek) to Alexis (George’s daughter), passed away, Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Eglin AFB’s Hospital’s ICU. The morning of Jim’s death, Nora had Greek music blaring in his ear as he was nearly deaf due to his years spent as a loadmaster on low-altitude cargo planes. It was obvious that...

Bertie JoEllen Beavers, age 91, of Shalimar, FL, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023.  In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated and the family will plan a memorial service at a later date.  

We are saddened to announce the passing of Quinte' Brown.  Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers at this time.  Lea Funeral Home in Raleigh, North Carolina has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Mrs. Maryann Helfrich, age 79, a longtime resident of Fort Walton Beach, passed away on January 13, 2023. Maryann was born in Queens, New York to Nicholas and Florence Stabile. Maryann and her husband, John, moved to Fort Walton Beach in 1980.  She retired from Fresh Start for Children and Families as the Executive Director. Maryann was instrumental in the development of Okaloosa County’s Fresh Start transitional housing program. Through her caring leadership, the program...

Donald Paul Anthony Bednar, age 91, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, passed away on January 12, 2023.  Donald was born in Westville, Illinois where he attended St. Mary Catholic School.  After graduating from Westville High School, Donald attended the University of Illinois.  He later attended UCLA with a Degree in Mechanical Engineering and later received his Masters in Applied Math.  Donald also attended seminars and frequent Continuing Education Programs. Don served in...

Laura Elizabeth Johnston, 42, of Santa Rosa Beach, FL., passed away on January 12, 2023. Her father and aunt were by her side providing comfort, love and support. Laura was born on November 29,1980, a day Alabama beat Auburn in football, to parents Michael and Linda Johnston in Atlanta, GA. She attended Pope High School in Marietta, GA. She continued her education at The University of Alabama graduating in 2003 with a degree in Marketing. Laura was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta...

Patricia Ann Pellegrino passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, January 11, 2023.  Her loving son, Bruce, was at her side.  Patricia was born in Brooklyn, New York but lived most of her young life in Long Branch, New Jersey.  She and her husband, Will, moved to Farmville, Virginia where she became involved in the community at St. Theresa Catholic Church.  She was surrounded by many wonderful friends through the church and her many years as a bank teller.  In...

Lamar was born in Bogart, GA to William Howard and Myrtle (Lowe) Doster. A 1951 graduate of Bogart High School. Joined the USAF in 1954 and spent many tours overseas. His last assignment was Senior Enlisted Advisor at Hurlburt Field Florida. Lamar was a proud member of the Air Commando Association and Hurlburt Field Chiefs Group. He retired after 31 years of serving his country. He was also a proud member of VFW Post 7674, The American Legion, Eagles and Elks clubs. Lamar was preceded in...