The Obituary Section

Betty J. Pierce

, Florida

Betty Jean PierceJuly 8, 1940 – March 31, 2026Betty Jean Pierce, a beloved mother, Nana, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026. Born on July 8, 1940, in Gilbert, Louisiana, Betty lived a life marked by love, dedication, and a deep care for others.Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Marion Kimball Sr. and Bernice Kimball; her brothers, Thomas “Sonny” Marion Kimball and James “Poochie” Kimball; and her sisters, Nell Parker, Tommie “Muriel” Wilson, and Dorothy “Dot” Enterkin.She is survived by her sister, Dianne Dampier; her son, James Pierce (Ruby) of Morton, Mississippi; and her daughter, Karen Machuca (Tony) of Panama City, Florida. Betty’s legacy lives on through her grandchildren: Jessica McQueary (Jason) of Pearl, Mississippi; Christopher Powell (Brianne) of Menifee, California; Zachary Machuca (Emily) of San Antonio, Texas; and Nicholas Machuca of Miami, Florida; as well as her precious great-granddaughter, Violet Powell of Menifee,…

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Lyndsay Nichole Shaw

, Florida

January 15, 1985

Lyndsay Nichole Shaw, 41, of Panama City, went to be with the Lord and the loved ones who went before her on Monday, March 30, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1985, at Blytheville AFB in Arkansas.Lyndsay was the sunshine in the lives of all who knew her; bright, beautiful, fun-loving, and free-spirited. Her love and compassion touched everyone she met, and her genuine kindness left a lasting impression on everyone.She loved time spent at the beach, cheering on FSU football, and being a proud Swiftie.A devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Lyndsay’s greatest pride and joy was being a mother to her beloved son, Grayson. Her love for him was unwavering and reflected in everything she did.Lyndsay graduated from Rutherford High School in 2003, where she formed lifelong friendships that she cherished deeply. She was a dedicated employee of Greg Abrams Seafood, where she worked as a bookkeeper…

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Sandro Luppino

, Florida

March 30, 2026

Sandro Luppino of Youngstown, Florida passed away on March 31, 2026. He was born on December 6, 1954, in Tallahassee.Sandro enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially spending time fishing and hunting. He had a deep appreciation for Italian cuisine, which he loved to share with family and friends. Known for his kind heart and friendly nature, Sandro was a loyal friend to many and never met a stranger.A creative soul, Sandro was also a gifted writer who enjoyed composing songs and expressing himself through music. His talent as a singer brought joy to those around him, and his passion for music will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Sybil Luppino.Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Barbara Barker Luppino; daughters, Katie Luppino and Sondra Barker. He will also be remembered by his brother and…

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