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Obituary For The Reverend Joseph McCalister

The Reverend Joseph McCalister, of Marianna, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Friday, August 18, 2023, in Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama.

Reverend McCalister was a member of the Holy Neck Missionary Baptist Church. To know him was to love him.

Homegoing Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at 11:00 AM from the sanctuary of Second West Florida Missionary Baptist Association located at 4110 Herring Avenue in Marianna, Florida 32448.

Interment will be in the Holy Neck Church Cemetery in Marianna, Florida.

Reverend McCalister will lie in repose at the church from 10:00 AM until time for the service.

A public viewing will be held on Friday, August 25, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM at Vann Funeral Home.

He leaves to cherish a lifetime of fond, yet precious memories, a loving and devoted family:

Wife: Lisa McCalister of Marianna, Florida

Five Children: Reginald (LeJoyce) McCalister of Marianna, Florida; Kenneth (Alexandria) of South Korea; Ronterrious “Ron” Dudley of Tallahassee, Florida; Reshard Dudley of Wichita, Kansas and JaLisa Howard of Marianna, Florida

Three Brothers: Rev. Arlester (Mattie) McCalister of Marianna, Florida; Thomas (Linda) Brown of Jacksonville, Florida and Robert (Angela) Brown of Maryland

Three Sisters: Lillie Lawrence of Graceville, Florida; Fannie (Hubert) Thompson of Tallahassee, Florida; and Lillie Brown of Graceville, Florida

Nineteen grandchildren, One Great Grandchild and a host of special nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

Guest Book

God is always in your corner at a time like this and so am I. You're in our thoughts every step of the way. Ted Eutsay& Lakisha Eutsay

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To the dear family, We extend to each of you our heartfelt sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss. May God carry you through this difficult season. With the love of God, The St. Peter MBC, Inc, Family Sneads, Florida Bishop Adrain D. Abner, Pastor

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To Lady Lisa McCallister and entire McCallister Family, We extend to you our deepest sympathy and we are Wishing you peace, comfort and hope during this sorrowful season. Trusting that God will see you through this storm. With condolence and love, The Second West MBC Deaconess Council Ministry

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To the precious McCallister Family: We are so very sorry for your great loss, may God provide peace, love, and healing comfort during this difficult journey. With sympathy, Anthony & Ella Clayton

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It is so hard to imagine you are gone but we know you are in everlasting peace now. You were able to touch the lives of so many people throughout your journey and we will forever be grateful for being a part of it. We will always remember your smile, your warmth, and your compassion. We will cherish all of our memories of you. We love you, Uncle Joe. Love, Val and Charlanna.

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May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Johnny& Mickey Thomas

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May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Johnny& Mickey Thomas

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He was a kind and Godly man. I used to hang out at his house and play video game with Reggie. He even officiated my wedding. Some of my fondest childhood memories was at this man's house and for that I will always be grateful.

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To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord. To the family my sympathy during this trialing hours. We send our love and prayers to you. Billy Sorey and Sorey Family

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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