Edwin Clyatte Strawn

Edwin Clyatte Strawn, 85, a lifelong resident of Blountstown, passed away January 4, 2026, in Panama City. Edwin was born on March 26, 1940, to E. Clyatte and Dora Mildred (Hall) Strawn of Blountstown. He was a graduate of Blountstown High School Class of 1959 and later earned his degree in Architectural Drafting from Lively Technical School. He was a retired master cabinet maker from Strawn and Son Variety Shop and a retired vocational instructor with the Department of Corrections. His latest occupation was bench jeweler and owner of The Diamond Corner in Blountstown. He was also an avid go-kart racer and helped establish it in Calhoun County with his favorite saying "Have kart will travel".

He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Blountstown where he served as song director and deacon for 16 years and later at Gateway Baptist Church for 35 years. Edwin was very strong in his faith and walk with Jesus. He never let sickness or disappointment to cause him to doubt God's love.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Janet Lynn (O'Bryan) Strawn, sons, William Clyatte Strawn and his wife Lori of Blountstown, Edwin Christopher Strawn and his wife Karen of Tallahassee, William David Strawn and his wife Lisa of Blountstown and Patrick Bryan Strawn and his wife Jennifer of Mandeville, Louisiana; his sister, Marie Ann Granger of Blountstown; a brother in law, Mike O'Bryan and his wife Debbie of Altha; 14 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other extended family.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his great granddaughter, Corylee Strawn and his brother-in-law, Sidney Granger.

Services to honor Edwin's life will be held 3:00 PM January 11, 2026 from the First Baptist Church in Blountstown with a time of visitation beginning at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Pine Memorial Cemetery near Blountstown. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering or the First Baptist Church Hispanic Mission.