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Vanessa Lynn Eades, age 69, of Ponce de Leon, Florida, passed away November 22, 2025 in Panama City, Florida. She was born September 17, 1956, in Mobile, Alabama to the late David R. and Kathleen Rattray. Vanessa had a loving, caring personality and was always ready and willing to help others.
She is preceded in death by one son, Richard Eades.
Vanessa is survived by two daughters, Juleen and Jessica Eades; one brother, David Rattray; and five grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held later.
Davis-Watkins Funeral Home of Bonifay is in charge of the arrangements.