Lavonia Nichols "Penny" Talley

December 21, 1939 - December 30, 2020

Lavonia “Penny” Talley, 81 of Carrabelle, passed away December 30, 2020. She was a homemaker who was known for her cakes that were as beautiful as they were delicious. She is survived by her husband, Edgar Talley; daughter, Bridget Matthews (David); siblings, Eunice Metcalf, Myrtice Sellers, Sammy Nichols (Jenny), Richard Nichols, Roger Nichols (Lou), Margaret Amerson, Durward Nichols (Sandra), Sheila Nichols, Brenda Posey (Steve), and Ferris Nichols (Crystal); grandchildren, Shane Matthews of Columbia, Maryland and Joann Matthews of Crawfordville; daughter of the heart, Kathy Barber; many nieces and nephews along with their children and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents. Lavonia lived in Carrabelle until she moved back to Otter Creek to assist with the care of her mother and younger sister. She was so very proud of her grandchildren and she was an ever-present part of their lives. She was a second mama to her son-in-law, David and niece, Jeannie McKenzie. Known as “Granny Gomer” to endless nieces and nephews, she extended her love and care far beyond her immediate family. The family will receive friends at her sister, Eunice's home at 158 Nichols Road, Sopchoppy on January 4, 2021 beginning at 5:00 PM. David Conn and Kimberly Crum with Bevis Funeral Home of Crawfordville are assisting the family with arrangements. (850-926-3333, www.bevisfh.com)