Honoring Lives, Preserving Memories

04/23/1961 - 11/09/2026

Dwight David Hoover, age 65, of Crestview, Florida, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crestview, Florida. David was born on April 23, 1961, in Pierce County, Washington, to Walter and Betty Hoover. He moved from Washington to the Crestview area in 1965 and remained a resident for the rest of his life. David worked for many years as a self-employed landscaper. David was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Betty Hoover; his sisters, Donna L...

01/02/1974 - 11/07/2026

Charles Edward Griffin Jr., age 52, of Crestview, Florida, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Crestview, Florida. Charles was born on January 2, 1974, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He graduated from Crestview High School in 1992 and attended the Crestview vocational program, where he studied automotive technology from 1991 to 1994. He later continued his education at Bonifay College, earning a certification in welding from 2015 to 2016. Throughout his life, Charles was a hardworking...

08/02/1941 - 11/05/2026

Shirley Sue Paul, age 85, of Baker, Florida, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Shirley was born on August 2, 1941, in Florala, Alabama, to Wilburn and Fannie Fleming. She moved to Crestview, Florida, in 1964 and later settled in Baker in 1982, where she made her home. Shirley retired as a telephone operator with Sprint after 35 years of dedicated service. She was a faithful member of Golan Assembly of God for over 50 years. Shirley enjoyed spending her time working on puzzle books, c...

05/25/1942 - 11/03/2026

Quinton Winfred Beck moved to Heaven on November 3, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer's dementia. He was born in Covington County, Alabama, on May 25, 1942, to Ernest Terry and Nancy Christian Garvin Beck. They moved to Escambia Farms, Florida, shortly thereafter where Quinton lived with his 3 brothers and 3 sisters, aunts and uncles and cousins in a tight knit community. He learned to work hard and never give up as he and his family worked collecting turpentine, working the fields and...

08/21/1952 - 11/03/2026

Barbara Suggs Melton, 74, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully into her eternal home on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Barbara was born on August 21, 1952, in Andalusia, Alabama, to James and Margaret Suggs. She graduated from Andalusia High School in 1970 and went on to graduate from Troy University in 1974. Barbara was married to her beloved husband, Harry Melton, for 52 wonderful years, and spent most of her life in Crestview, Florida. Her faith was an important part of her life. Sh...

05/25/1946 - 10/28/2026

Barron Douglas Evans, age 80, was called to his heavenly home on October 28, 2026, following a hard fought battle with cancer in his final years. Despite the odds, Barron continued to fight, holding on through years of illness. His perseverance through to the very end was a testament to his faith in Yahuah, the Almighty, the Breath of Life, as he understood and referred to our Creator. During much of that time, his siblings helped care for him. Just days before his passing, his daughters were...

05/17/1981 - 10/28/2026

Ronald James “Jimbo” Beck Ronald James “Jimbo” Beck, age 45, of Crestview, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Jimbo was born on May 17, 1981, and moved to Crestview, Florida, at a young age, where he remained a resident ever since. He was employed by Okaloosa County as a Facilities Maintenance Technician. Jimbo was an avid enthusiast of cars, motorcycles, and carpentry. He enjoyed working with his hands and spending time doing the things he loved. Jimbo was preceded in d...

11/21/1944 - 10/27/2026

James Lon Motley Sr. (Also known as Jimmy), age 81, of Crestview, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. James was born on November 21, 1944, in Tallahassee, Florida, to Charlie and Bernice Motley. He moved to the Okaloosa County area in 1949 from Tallahassee and had been a resident ever since. James was a 1962 graduate of Choctawhatchee High School in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. James began his career in the electrical industry working for Williams Electrical Company before es...

01/05/1971 - 10/24/2026

Michael Lee Parker, 55, of Holt, FL passed away peacefully, October 24, 2026. Michael had such a good sense of humor and compassionate heart. His hobbies were hunting, fishing, and gardening, turning those into delicious home cooked meals. He is survived by his son Travis L. Parker, grandson Travis L. Parker Jr., sisters Vanessa Parker and Pamela Andrulot. A private family service will be held.

08/11/1961 - 10/21/2026

Mary Christy, age 65, of Crestview, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Mary was born on August 11, 1961, in Plant City, Florida, to John and Betty Gatlin. She moved to the Crestview area in 2002 from Lakeland, Florida. Mary retired from the Okaloosa County School Board and later began working in the deli at Publix. She was a member of Auburn Pentecostal Church and enjoyed flowers and spending time with her family. Mary was preceded in death by her father, John Clifton Gat...

04/22/1932 - 10/19/2026

Ronald Norman Medlock Ronald Norman Medlock, age 94, of Crestview, Florida, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026. Ronald was born on April 22, 1932, in Somers Point, New Jersey, to John Penley Medlock and Marie Holingshead Medlock. He moved to the Crestview area from Macomb, Illinois. Ronald proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 20 years, attaining the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer. During his military career, he served aboard several naval vessels, among those...