Brackney Funeral Service

Brackney Funeral Service Brackney Funeral Service is a family owned and operated, full service funeral home located in beautiful Crestview, Florida.

We have been proudly serving our community since 1998 and since the beginning, our mission has been to help ease the burden and improve the experience that one has when going through the trying time of arranging a loved one’s funeral. This goal is accomplished through our staff of well-trained professionals who, with heart, sensitivity, and creativity, help guide each of our clients to the finest personalized solution.

The message of Easter is one of hope, love, and renewal. Through Christ's resurrection, we are reminded that light follo...
04/05/2026

The message of Easter is one of hope, love, and renewal. Through Christ's resurrection, we are reminded that light follows darkness. Brackney Funeral Service wishes you a season filled with faith, peace, and the promise of new beginnings. Happy Easter!

Alberta Martin Settlemire was born September 10, 1933 in Portland, Florida. She was one of seven children born to Jordan...
04/03/2026

Alberta Martin Settlemire was born September 10, 1933 in Portland, Florida. She was one of seven children born to Jordan Albert and Mattie Shaw Martin.

Shortly after graduating high school she married Louis Settlemire and began her life as a devoted military wife until his retirement from the U.S Air Force. Of this union two sons, Robert and Richard were born.

The family settled in Pensacola, Florida where the boys were reared and a second retirement was enjoyed. She was an active member of Myrtle Grove Baptist Church and many strong friendships were enjoyed.

After her husband's death, she moved to the Bob Hope Retirement Complex in Shalimar, Florida, where she was very happy and made many friends. In retirement she enjoyed traveling to other areas. Mrs. Settlemire was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sons and three brothers, Conley, Robert and Donnie Martin.

She is survived by four grandchildren, Chris, Melissa, Cheyne and Skyler; brother, Colin Martin and wife Frances; two sisters, Paulette Davis and husband Donnell; Linda White and husband Redgie, sister-in-law Doris Martin and a host of nephews and nieces.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 beginning at 2:00 p.m. from The Chapel of Brackney Funeral Service with Pastor Stan Lewis officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Brackney Funeral Service has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Whether you want to celebrate with others or reflect in solitude, Brackney Funeral Service has the accommodations to do ...
04/03/2026

Whether you want to celebrate with others or reflect in solitude, Brackney Funeral Service has the accommodations to do both. Our chapel, comfortable visitation rooms, and quiet corners make it your place of peace. To learn about our facilities, call (850) 683-9898.

Geraldine Watts McLeod, age 74, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2026. Ms. McLeod was a resident of Big Island, VA....
04/01/2026

Geraldine Watts McLeod, age 74, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2026. Ms. McLeod was a resident of Big Island, VA. She was born on April 6, 1951, in Florala, AL. She spent most of her years in Northwest Florida where she would meet her former husband, Jimmy L. Parker.
“Geri” is known to be a dreamer, full of faith, strong, courageous, and creative. She loved to serve the Lord. She spent most of her life caring for others through her LPN nursing career and disabled care roles that reflect her compassionate and giving heart. Her favorite hobbies were quilting, playing the piano, cooking, spending time with her family, and writing poetry and children stories.
Geraldine is survived by her children: Michael Parker, Vanessa Parker, Pamela Andrulot, and son-in-law, William Andrulot Jr.; her siblings: Marie Cason, Julia Hallford, William (Sonny) Watts, and Ella Faye Alderman. She has 6 grandchildren: Will, Hollie, Caleb, Travis, Levin, and Chloe. She has two great-grandchildren, Owen and Travis Jr.
Geraldine will be remembered with love by all who knew her. May her many acts of kindness and the memory of her sweet disposition bring comfort to those she leaves behind.
She will be laid to rest at Live Oak Baptist Church Cemetery, Crestview, FL, on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 3 PM. Friends and family are invited to gather at the Live Oak Baptist Church Fellowship Hall for a time of food and fellowship following her service.

Mary Weir, 78, of Crestview, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family by her side on Monday, M...
04/01/2026

Mary Weir, 78, of Crestview, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family by her side on Monday, March 30, 2026.

Mary was born on February 9, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to James and Rita Warpenberg. She began her early career as a licensed beautician in Chicago, where she worked for several years before transitioning to a position with a law book publishing firm. In December of 1982, Mary and her family moved to the Crestview area from Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where she would go on to build a life centered around faith, family, and service to her community.

Mary dedicated many years to the Okaloosa County School Board, beginning as a bus driver in July of 1991. Through her hard work and dedication, she was later promoted to Secretary of Transportation, where she faithfully served until her retirement in 2009. She was a devoted member of Central Baptist Church and lived her life with a servant’s heart and a quiet strength that touched everyone who knew her.

Mary found great joy in the simple and meaningful moments of life. She loved sewing and embroidery, shopping and spending time with her dear friends, and playing board and card games with her family. She especially cherished traveling to different parts of the world with her beloved husband Mel, creating memories that would last a lifetime. Mary also had a love for cooking and took great pride in gathering her family together, always making time to pour her love into her grandchildren, who meant the world to her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Rita Warpenberg and her brother, Jay Warpenberg.

Mary is survived by her loving husband, Mel Weir of Crestview, Florida; her daughter, Sharon McKnight; her sister, Patricia Condon whom she held dear to her heart; her brother, Byron Warpenberg; her precious niece, Gale Steele; her loving nephew; Sean Condon and her grandchildren, Lauren McKnight and Evan McKnight.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. from the chapel of Brackney Funeral Service with Pastor David Cox officiating. Burial will follow at Live Oak Park Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Mary’s legacy of love, faith, and devotion to her family will live on in all who knew and loved her.

You may leave your condolences at www.brackneyfuneralservice.com.

Brackney Funeral Service is entrusted with the arrangements.

Veterans deserve the utmost respect and care. At Brackney Funeral Service, we ensure they receive their rightful benefit...
04/01/2026

Veterans deserve the utmost respect and care. At Brackney Funeral Service, we ensure they receive their rightful benefits. From burial arrangements to survivor benefits, call (850) 683-9898 to let us serve those who have served our country.

Some families think choosing cremation means foregoing a visitation and celebration of life, but that's not true. You ca...
03/30/2026

Some families think choosing cremation means foregoing a visitation and celebration of life, but that's not true. You can still include traditional funeral services. To discover cremation options, call Brackney Funeral Service at (850) 683-9898 and meet with Owner and Funeral Director Terry Brackney.

Before and after a service there are special moments when immediate family members turn to each other for strength. They...
03/27/2026

Before and after a service there are special moments when immediate family members turn to each other for strength. They also turn to staff members like Funeral Assistant Jayson Bennett who provide compassion and support for the families in our care at Brackney Funeral Service. (850) 683-9898

Charles Russell Martin, 75, of Laurel Hill, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surround...
03/26/2026

Charles Russell Martin, 75, of Laurel Hill, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Charles was born on April 20, 1950, in Anderson, South Carolina, to Glenn Sullivan Martin, Sr. and Marion Frances Welborn Martin. He was a retired lineman for Cox Communications. Charles loved spending time with his grandchildren, enjoyed NASCAR racing, and was especially fond of golfing.

He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn Sullivan Martin, Sr.; his mother, Marion Frances Welborn Martin; and his brother, Glenn Martin, Jr.

Charles is survived by his daughters, Holley F. Mersino and Katie Showalter; and his beloved grandchildren, Grace, Aurora, Penelope, Eve, Abigail, Konner, and Russ.

You may leave your condolences at www.brackneyfuneralservice.com.

Families find peace in familiar rituals. A traditional funeral allows time for visitation, a meaningful celebration of l...
03/25/2026

Families find peace in familiar rituals. A traditional funeral allows time for visitation, a meaningful celebration of life, and a respectful graveside service. At Brackney Funeral Service, we help you create a ceremony that reflects love, dignity, and family connection. To preplan or make arrangements, call (850) 683-9898.

Mavis Brunet Baublitz, 88, of Holt, Florida, entered eternal rest on March 19, 2026, in Crestview, Florida.Mavis was bor...
03/24/2026

Mavis Brunet Baublitz, 88, of Holt, Florida, entered eternal rest on March 19, 2026, in Crestview, Florida.
Mavis was born on September 23, 1937, in Midland City, Alabama, to Goy and Gladys Whitehead. She was a retired nanny. She grew up in the Fort Walton Beach area and attended Choctawhatchee High School, where she completed her education.

Mavis was preceded in death by her parents, Goy Whitehead and Gladys Brown Whitehead; her husband, Joseph Baublitz, Sr.; her son, Joseph Baublitz, Jr.; her grandsons, Jimmy Latulipe and Neil Baublitz; and her great grandson, Aiden Walker; her sisters, Jeanett Mounsey and Kitty Purcell; her brothers, Charles and Ray Whitehead; extended family members, Rick Condit; and her lifelong friends, Nellie and Phil Foley.

Mavis is survived by her children, Deborah Grandstaff, Katherine Mizell, Thomas Starkey, Betty Jo Bock, and Timothy Baublitz; her siblings, Burkett Whitehead, Susie Burke, Coy Whitehead, Paul Whitehead, Chester Whitehead, Beverly Simpson, Hup Whitehead, Jean Lovito, and Dianne Whitehead; extended family, Rick and Catey Condit, children of Judy and Rick Condit: and Will, Kate, Jack, and Chris Blanchard, children of Robert and Ellen Blanchard and Life Long Friend, Pat Niles.

She also leaves behind 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church with Father Roy Marien officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:15 to 11:00 a.m. at the church.

Mavis will be remembered for the love she had for her family and friends, and for the kindness and care she showed throughout her life. Her faith in the Lord was a guiding light throughout her life and a comfort to those who knew her.

You may leave your condolences at www.brackneyfuneralservice.com.
Brackney Funeral Service is entrusted with the arrangements.

Make your wishes clear before your family has to wonder. Preplanning at Brackney Funeral Service ensures your arrangemen...
03/23/2026

Make your wishes clear before your family has to wonder. Preplanning at Brackney Funeral Service ensures your arrangements reflect your values. To meet with Owner and Funeral Director Terry Brackney, call (850) 683-9898.

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480 E. James Lee Boulevard
Crestview, FL
32539

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