James & Sikes Funeral Homes

02/08/2026

Grief and gratitude often live side by side. Remembering the love shared can bring comfort during difficult times.

02/06/2026

David Lee Jones

David Lee Jones, 82, of Grand Ridge, Florida passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Southeast Medical Center in Dothan, Alabama. He was a truck driver for AAA Cooper Transportation in Dothan, Alabama for over thirty-four years and was a member of the Five Million Mile Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mildred Jones; his brother, Bobby Jones; and his sisters, Kay Henderson and Carol Baillieul all of Rochester, Indiana. He is survived by his...

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02/06/2026

Even in mourning, there is comfort, hope, and peace to be found. 🕊

02/05/2026

Walter Duane Watson

Walter Duane Watson, 77, of Marianna, Florida died Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Chipola Health & Rehab. He worked for many years as a truck driver and was always a hard worker. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Mable Hill Watson; and brothers, Virgil and George Watson. Walter is survived by his children, Robert and Michael Watson, Brandy Kitchen; seven grandchildren; and sisters, Sharon and Gwen. Memorialization will be by cremation with James & Sikes Funeral...

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02/05/2026

Benjamin Theis

Benjamin Theis, 59, of Marianna, FL died Monday, February 2, 2025, at his residence. He was born September 27, 1966, in Alexandria, Virginia to his father, Henry Berry, and his mother, Sandra Lee Garretson. He was married to the love of his life, Laura, for 23 years. Benjamin became a pastor in August of 2024. He attended the ARK Church in Panama City Beach, Florida and received his pastorship under Pastor Derek. Benjamin loved fishing and worked at Colonial Yacht...

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02/04/2026

The love and memories we share don’t end with goodbye. They stay with us, offering comfort in quiet moments.

01/30/2026

Love reveals its true depth when separation asks us to measure it.

01/28/2026

Crying for someone you love doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human.

01/28/2026

James C Alday

James C. Alday, 92, of Marianna, Florida, died Monday, January 26, 2026, at Marianna Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Mattie Lucille Alday; siblings Calvin, Jerry, Howard, David, and Linda Alday. He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be10:00 AM, Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Riverside Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing.

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01/26/2026

Cherish the memories that keep your loved ones close, even when they’re no longer with us.

01/26/2026

Russell A. Dean

Russell A Dean, age 65 of Marianna passed away on January 2, 2026, suddenly at his home. Russell was a man who was always helping others. Whether he was checking in on a friend or simply offering a kind word to a stranger. Russell was a very special and loving son. He will be sorely missed by both his family and work family. He was born in Port St. Joe, Florida on December 6, 1960, and graduated from Marianna High...

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01/26/2026

For families needing our local VA services, they will be ready to assist you at the Green Street location soon!

Veteran Services Office Relocation Notice

The Jackson County Veteran Services Office will be closed Tuesday through Friday as the team relocates from The Russ House back to their former location.

Beginning Tuesday, January 27th, Veteran Services will be moving to their new location at:
📍 2863 Green Street, Suite A (2nd Floor)

We appreciate your patience during the move as staff work to get everything set up to continue serving our veterans and their families.