Debbie Rogers
Jul 26, 2025
With extremely heavy hearts, the family of Deborah "Debbie" Box Rogers announces her entrance to her Heavenly mansion on July 26th, 2025.
Debbie was born on February 19th, 1956, in Lake City, FL to Emogene and J.E. Box of Lake Butler, FL. Debbie was the oldest of four children and was not afraid to let them know that she was their...
Vernon Hendricks
Jul 21, 2025
With heavy but thankful hearts, the family of Vernon McQueen Hendricks announces his passing on July 21, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on December 6, 1935, in Lake Butler, Florida, to Butler and Ollie Hendricks. His twin, Herman, and Vernon were the 10th and 11th of 12 children, and grew up on the family farm, a...
Shirley Bridgman
Jul 20, 2025
Shirley Jane Bridgman, 75 of Lake Butler, passed away July 20, 2025 at Bedrock Nursing Home in Lake City Florida following an extended illness with Parkinson's Disease. Shirley was born in Jacksonville Fl on September 27,1949 to her late parents Joseph and Mildred Bridgman.
Shirley was a great cook and loved experimenting in the kitchen. She also enjoyed reading, listening to...
Ruth Marie Poppell
Jul 19, 2025
Ruth Marie Poppell, beloved matriarch, devoted wife, and cherished friend, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 19, 2025, at her home in Lake Butler, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Homestead, FL to the late Phillip and Lucille Reams, on September 14, 1933, Ruth dedicated her life to her work and her family.
In...
Rita Marie Sutton
Jul 18, 2025
Rita Marie Sutton, affectionately known as "Nonnie" by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, passed away peacefully at her home in Lake Butler, Florida, on July 18, 2025. Born on May 5, 1956, in St. Augustine, Florida, she led a life filled with warmth, love, and the joy of family.
Throughout her life, Rita dedicated herself to her role as a homemaker, creating...
Linda J Norris
Jul 15, 2025
Linda J. Norris, age 81, peacefully passed away on July 15, 2025, at Haven Hospice in Gainesville, FL. She was born on January 29, 1944, in Lake City, FL, to the late Ismal and Ella Will Markham. Growing up in Lake City, Linda graduated from Columbia County High School. Throughout her life, she embraced the role of a homemaker with...
Carl Griffis
Jul 14, 2025
Carl Griffis, age 81, passed away at his home on July 14, 2025. A lifelong resident of Raiford, Carl was born on August 24, 1943, to the late Hubert and Rube Varnes Griffis. His deep roots in this land grew into a steadfast career as a poultry farmer and cattleman, where he tended to his fields and herd with a...
Ashlyn Miller
Jul 14, 2025
Ashlyn Miller of Lake Butler, FL, was born October 23, 2017, in a hospital room in Newport, AR, to Jason and Naomi Miller. She unexpectedly went home to be with Jesus from a hospital room in Gainesville, FL, on July 14, 2025, at the age of 7 years. Most of her life was spent as a healthy and energetic young...
Denise Michelle Norman
Jul 13, 2025
Denise Michelle Norman, born on November 8, 1968, in Gainesville, Florida, passed away on July 13, 2025, at UF Health Shands Gainesville after an extended illness with her mother by her side.
Denise began her career as a cosmetologist, where she honed her creative talents and transformed countless hairstyles, leaving a lasting impression on the clients she served. Her passion for...
Dakota Brooke Thacker
Jul 13, 2025
Dakota Brooke Thacker, age 30, of Starke, Florida, went to her Heavenly home on July 13, 2025. Born on June 8, 1995, in Gainesville, Florida. Dakota was the beloved daughter of Shannon Preston Thacker and Brandee Moody Barnes. Dakota graduated from Keystone Heights High School in 2013, where she stood out as a valued member of the volleyball team. Her...
Ricky Alvarez
Jul 9, 2025
William “Ricky” Richard Alvarez
May 7, 1965 – July 9, 2025
William “Ricky” Richard Alvarez, age 60, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 7, 1965, Ricky was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kind heart, sharp wit, and unwavering loyalty.
Ricky is survived by...
Rhonda Sue Alvarez
Jul 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of Rhonda Sue Alvarez
December 4, 1971 – July 9, 2025
With deep sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Rhonda Sue Alvarez, who entered eternal rest on July 9, 2025. Rhonda was a loving daughter, devoted mother, proud Nana, and a constant source of strength for those blessed to know her.
She is survived by her parents,...
Minnie Alma Norman
Jun 28, 2025
Minnie Alma Norman, age 85, of Lawtey, passed away on June 28, 2025, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville, Florida. Born on April 28, 1940, in Jacksonville, Florida, Minnie was a vibrant individual known for her witty nature and dynamic personality.
For over 30 years, Minnie dedicated herself to the Bradford County Schools as a secretary, where she left a lasting...
William Elery Griffis
Jun 27, 2025
William Elery Griffis, age 85, of Lake Butler, FL, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born to his parents Sidney and Nettie Rosier Griffis on January 8, 1940 in Raiford, FL. After the passing of his mother at an early age, he was then raised by his stepmother...
Linda Elaine Durham
Jun 26, 2025
Linda Elaine Durham, affectionately known to all as Mrs. Linda, met her Lord and Savior face to face on June 26, 2025, after a valiant 24-year battle with Parkinson's disease. Born November 4, 1950, in Huntsville, Alabama, she was a beacon of love, faith, and dedication that shone brightly in the community.
Mrs. Linda was a true servant of God, glorifying...
Patrick A. Henry
Jun 23, 2025
Patrick (Pat) Alexander Henry, age 81, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida, after a courageous battle with numerous health complications. He succumbed to kidney failure, with his loving wife, Karen Henry, by his side. Pat Henry was born on November 12, 1943, in Starke, Florida, and spent the majority of...
Frances Marie Waters
Jun 23, 2025
Frances Marie Mathis Waters enriched our lives with her presence from November 3, 1944, born in Taylor County, Florida, until she joined her soulmate, Earl in heaven on June 23, 2025, while surrounded by loved ones in her home located in Lake Butler, Florida.
Frances met Earl at a dance in White Springs, Florida, who then went on to share a...
Diane King Walker
Jun 23, 2025
Diane King Walker, born on September 4, 1946, in Lawtey, Florida, departed this world on June 23, 2025, at her sister's home in Jacksonville. She was known for her unwavering spirit and a stubborn streak that kept her loved ones on their toes. Diane dedicated an impressive 35 years of her life working at Sonny's, where she took great pride...
Teresa Cantrell McCollough
Jun 21, 2025
Teresa Cantrell McCollough, age 54, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, FL, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born on September 28, 1970, in Yazoo City, MS, where her roots took hold, and her spirit blossomed in the heart of Mississippi. In 2015, she made...
John Palmer Knight, Jr.
Jun 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and warm memories that we gather to remember the life of John Palmer Knight, Jr., who left this world on June 17, 2025, after an extended illness. Born in Jacksonville, Florida on June 6, 1940, John lived a life filled with laughter, service, and love.
Having been raised on a farm in Orange Park, John carried...
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