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So with a lot of work and special care, the couple refurbished
the inn as their gift to Indiantown. The upstairs is
decorated with hand painted murals depicting historical
scenes of the Seminoles, the lobby offers an inviting sitting
area with a fireplace to read or chat, and the overall ambience
evokes an Old-World charm. Listed on the National Register
of Historic Places, today it is a landmark that provides Southern
dining and cozy accommodations for guests.
The Walls were blessed with three daughters — Terry, Jonnie,
and Eva — seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
As the matriarch of the family, Wall’s children and grandchildren
often turn to her for guidance, direction and support.
“My mother is the Gorilla Glue of our family,” Jonnie
Wall poses with Doyle Connor, former Florida Commissioner of Agriculture,
and members of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association.
Flewelling says. “She is the one that has kept us balanced and
together, somewhat in line and tries to keep what is real and
important always in front of us.”
Homer passed away on Sept. 26, 1994. “I really didn’t think
I could live without him, but God has given me the grace to
keep going,” Wall wrote in her booklet Cracker Tales. “Homer
and I bonded in a marriage that could not be broken. Troubles,
trials, heartache, even death has not broken that bond.”
COMEBACK COWWOMAN
When Homer died, little did Wall know at the time that she
would begin a new chapter in her life. The following year,
her daughter Eva encouraged her to participate in Florida’s >>
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Wall has hosted field trips to her ranch for students at Warfield School for
more than 10 years.
Marsh Beast Airboat Tours offers fun and
exciting airboat tours for all ages. Come and
enjoy the beautiful marshlands of Indian
River County on board the Marsh Beast.
Experience is the difference!
Look for the BIG
Green and Yellow Boat!
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It’s all about the experience
Marsh Beast T-shirts and
Alligator souvenirs available
at Ditch 13 Gallery
& Gifts in Fellsmere
Kenny Elkins
USCG Master License
Licensed Alligator Farmer
Alligator Hunting Guide
Airboating Florida
Marshes for 25 Years
Capt. Kenny shows an alligator egg.
Lindsey Hord
USCG Master License
Alligator & Crocodile Specialist
Certified Wildlife Biologist
Employed by FFWCC for 35 Years
Airboating Florida Marshes 35 years
Capt. Lindsey catching crocodile for research. US Army Veteran
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