Mr. Aubrie G. Mears, 95, of Altha, FL, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Altha.
Aubrie was born on July 28, 1920, in Altha to Johnny and Malissa (Hendley) Mears. Aubrie worked for Florida State Hospital for 31 years, and was a farmer. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. Aubrie lived in Altha all of his life. He was a member of the Baptist faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Malissa Mears; a son, Grady Allen Mears; a grandson, Nelson White; a great-granddaughter, Bobbie Mears; four brothers, and two sisters.
He is survived and will be missed by his loving and devoted wife, Juanita Mears, of Altha; three daughters, Brenda Galloway, Shirley White and husband Nick, and Veronica Robinson, all of Altha; nine grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 11, at 10:00 AM (CDT) at Peavy Funeral Home Chapel in Blountstown, with Pastor David Wood officiating. Interment followed at Sunny Hill Cemetery in Altha.
All arrangements were under the direction of Marlon Peavy at Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown (ph. 674-2266).
