All Obituaries

Mae Francis Wilkins of Crestview Fl. passed peacefully in her home on July 4th. She had been in the caring hands of Emerald Coast Hospice for the last year. Mae was loving wife and best friend to her husband Charlie for the last 57 years. She will be deeply missed by her children and grandchildren who made her heart whole. She was a dedicated wife and loving mother. Predeceased by her son Roger Fugere formerly of Vernon Fl, mother Edna O’Brien, and father and mother in law,...

Roger Robinson was a devoted husband, a proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a local star athlete, founder and former owner of a local newspaper and a retired Florida Senate Chief of Staff.     Roger was born Roger Allyson Taylor in Pensacola, Florida on August 21, 1948 to Joe Blue Taylor and Claudia Garrett Taylor (Patten).  Roger’s dad, a highly sought-after baseball player, was playing for a local Baker team on July 31, 1949 as a favor...

Cecil O. “Bill” Rogers Bill Rogers of Crestview, Florida, departed this life on Monday, May 11, 2020, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Bill was born to Oliver Bryan Rogers and Irene “Geanie” Rogers (Thomas) on January 18, 1944. Bill was a well established environmental contractor, building contractor, land owner and developer. He was an astute and accomplished businessman. He was the owner of several successful businesses and developed many local subdivisions....

 Larry “Sonny Boy” Staff age 73 of Crestview passed away on Thursday May 14, 2020 at his home.  He was born in Bradenton, FL on April 19, 1947 to Lawrence and Vivian Staff.  Larry grew up in Crestview and spent his teenage years working with his father at the Chevrolet dealership.  He graduated Crestview High School in 1965 and The University of West Florida in 1969 with a Political Science Degree.  After graduating UWF he went to work at the Chevrolet...

Gerald Thomas age 87 of Crestview passed away on Wednesday April 8, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.  Gerald was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 9, 1932 to Charles Robert and Gladys Thomas.  Gerald grew up and was proud to be from Iuka, Miss. Gerald joined the United States Air Force and proudly served his country for 42 years and retired as a Chief Master Sergeant.  Gerald loved to read especially Westerns and in his younger days he enjoyed camping, fishing,...

Betty Barnhill age 84 of Holt passed away on Friday night, June 19, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 17, 1936 to John Henry and Bessie Crawford. Betty grew up in Crestview and was a member of New Beginings church. She worked for many years as a hostess at the Holiday Inn. Betty loved working in the yard and loved her flowers. She loved going to the Casino with her son. Betty loved to cook and especially a BIG Sunday dinner for all the family. Family was...

  On Thursday, June 18, 2020, Yvonne C. Boyd passed away at age 83.  Yvonne was born in Dothan, AL on February 16, 1937 to Lawrence and Opal Clark.  It was in Dothan where on May 30, 1956 she married her high school sweetheart, the Reverend Johnny R. Boyd.  Together they ministered to churches in Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia and Florida.  Her gentle and quiet spirit was a perfect balance to Johnny’s outgoing and entertaining personality.  Her love for her...

Christine Highlander, age 92, of Crestview passed away on June 18, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on May 20, 1928 in Magee, Mississippi to Troy and Amy White. Chris was a member of Lifepoint Church for over fifty years, worked at the Base Exchange for 17 years as a clerk and in the accounting office. She loved working in her yard, mowing her grass, and planting flowers in her flower bed. Bushhogging her field was also one of her favorite things, but most of all Chris...

Betty Gober, age 84, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 4, 1936 in Lexington, Mississippi to Grady and Clora Kuhn. Betty worked for 41 years in the lunchroom for the Okaloosa School Board. She also worked 38 years as a lunchroom attendant at the Crestview Manor. She had two passions in life, her work and her family. Betty loved serving the children and the elderly as both of her jobs. She loved her family with the same passion...

Avis Elizabeth Powell died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on June 17, 2020. She was a wonderful beloved wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed. Avis was an inspiration and joy to her family and everyone who knew her. She was an excellent cook who enjoyed cooking for those she loved. She loved all of her family and the simple things in life. She also loved flowers and worked as a florist when her children were young. She was proud to serve as president of...