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Mrs. Vonceil Cook, age 92, a longtime resident of Niceville, Florida passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 9, 2022.  Mrs. Cook, one of eight children, was born in Panama City, Florida.  Early in her life she and her sister worked at the Friewall Theater.  In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting, playing games like canasta, frying mullet and playing Bingo.  Mrs. Cook was dedicated to her faith in Christ and lived her faith daily.  She read her Bible...

Beverly Ball Moore of Niceville, Florida passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, August 8, 2022.   Beverly was born on November 27, 1934 in Alexandria, Louisiana, the only daughter of Jesse Nelson Ball Jr. and Beverly Kennon Ball.  Beverly graduated from Bolton High School in Alexandria in 1952. Beverly met, fell in love, and married her high school sweetheart, Joseph David Moore. Together they raised a family, traveled the world, established lifelong friendships, and...

Bill was a lifelong resident of Niceville, Florida.  He attended grade school in Okaloosa County.  He continued his education at Pensacola Jr. College and the University of Florida.  Bill was drafted into the Army and after his tour to Vietnam, he returned to complete a law degree at Stetson University. He spent most of his days working in the family shrimping business and fishing whenever he had the chance. Bill is preceded in death by his wife, Lin Hicks; father, Burress P....

Steve Carr (68) of Niceville passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 7th. Steve retired from Gulf Power after 40 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emory and Earlene Carr, brother Earl Benjamin, and sister-in-law Janie. Steve is survived by his sons, David, Daniel (Darby), and Andrew; former spouse Teresa; granddaughter Grace; brother Howard (Deabron); sister-in-law Linda Carr; nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends. A special thank you to...

Joel “Jack” Astor Helms, age 104, of Niceville, Florida passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022.  Jack was born on October 17, 1917, to the parents of James Robert and Audra A. Helms.  He traveled with his family from Blue Springs (Covington County), Alabama in 1922, to settle in Niceville when he was five years old.  He served in World War II  and on return began his career at Eglin Field.  Daddy was an avid golfer.  He loved to catch mullet with a...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Ms. Mary Eaves, age 78 of Niceville, Florida.  Following her cremation, no public services are scheduled.  Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

We are saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Robert N. Johnson, age 94 of Niceville, Florida.  Final arrangements are pending.  Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Jerry Ryan Morgan died peacefully at his home on July 24, 2022, from pancreatic cancer. He was born on August 1, 1940, to Joseph and Lina Mae Morgan in Cullman, Alabama. He attended Hanceville schools and graduated from Hanceville High School in 1958. He joined the USAF following graduation. During his Air Force career, he attended the College of the Air Force and Auburn at Montgomery. After retirement, he attended Troy State University Eglin campus. During his years in the Air Force, he was...

Suzen Kristine Ryan left us too soon on July 24, 2022, at the age of 74. She was born July 30, 1947, in San Francisco, California. Suzen leaves behind her husband, Rich Ryan, Niceville, FL, daughter, Kim (Alan) Seward, NE, Grandsons, Ryan (Allison) Haskin, Seward, NE, Austin (Aspen) Haskin, Omaha, NE, Great grands Thomas and Taylor, aunt, Joan Green, Stockton, CA, brother, Mike Green, Siloam Springs, AK, brother/sisters-in-law, Dennis (Barb) Ryan, Flagstaff, AZ, Karen (Jim) Parker, Long...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Ms. Rhonda Gayle Simmons, age 68 of Niceville, Florida.  Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.  Arrangements are pending and will be updated when completed.