Kenneth LaPaz Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Kenneth LaPaz, 65, of Crawfordville, passed away October 20, 2021 at his home with family by his side. He owned and operated along with his wife Linda, the Hog Wild BBQ Restaurant in Carrabelle for 23 years. Ken loved the beach, mountains, hiking and traveling. Ken is survived by his wife of 36 years Linda LaPaz; stepmother Theresa LaPaz, five children and stepchildren: Ben Lauck and Samatha, Christina LaPaz, Karen Bevis and Tommy, Renda Brooks, and Scott Sadler; brothers & sisters: Brenda LaPaz and husband Greg Kristofferson, Danny LaPaz, Tina LaPaz, Garry LaPaz and Mylynn, LeeAnne and Eben Nadeak, and Jimmy Renfroe and Misty; an adopted daughter Laura Toole and Mike, ten grandchildren & nine great grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents Manuel LaPaz & Betty Koon and brother James LaPaz. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at the Cairo Women's Center 258 1st St. SE Cairo, Georgia 39828. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to the TMH Cancer Center www.tmh.org/location/tallahassee-memorial-cancer-center; 1775 One Healing Place Tallahassee, Florida 32308; 850-431-4226 and/or Big Bend Hospice www.bigbendhospice.org; 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee, Florida 32308; 850-878-5310. The family sincerely appreciates all the love and support shown by family and friends. The services from Big Bend Hospice staff, especially Kevin who provided soothing music through his singing and guitar playing. And a special thanks to Dr. Broeseker, Gloria, and the other staff members who became like a second family when Ken was receiving treatment at TMH Cancer Center. Skip & Trey Young are assisting the family with their arrangements. Family Funeral Home at Harvey Young Chapel. 850-926-5919 Familyfhc.com

Kenneth LaPaz

February 17, 1956 - October 20, 2021