Karen Irean Combs
, Florida
August 3, 2026
Karen Irean Combs, 68, passed away on August 4, 2026. She was born on February 3, 1958, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, to Jean and Elmer Combs and was the third of their children.Karen had a special love for animals, especially kitty cats, and found joy in the beauty of nature and the comfort of music. These simple pleasures brought happiness to her throughout her life.Karen faced many challenges during her long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis (MS) and COPD. Through it all, she showed remarkable strength and perseverance.Those left to cherish Karen’s memory include her brothers, Darrell Combs and Terry Combs (Cissy); her sister, Wanda Mercer; and her dear friends, Marty Gordon and Cliff Myer, along with others whose lives were touched by knowing her.Karen will be remembered for the things she loved, the strength she carried, and the memories she leaves behind in the hearts of those who knew…
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Melinda Leigh Homer
, Florida
April 12, 1988 — August 13, 2026
Melinda Leigh Homer, 38, passed away on August 14, 2026. Born on April 13, 1988, in Panama City, Florida, Melinda was a deeply kind, loving, and nurturing woman whose family was at the center of her life. She possessed a gentle spirit and a quiet strength that carried her through many hardships, while never taking away her ability to love and care deeply for the people around her Melinda was a devoted mother to her children Aryona, Zabriel, and Dryden Worthington. She was also a devoted daughter, best friend and caregiver to her mother, Linda Jackson.She was protective of her family, dedicated to their care, and worked every day to make their home a place of comfort and love. She was also a talented artist who loved to paint and create. Art was an important part of who she was, reflecting the sensitivity, imagination, and depth she carried throughout her…
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