Franklin David Hendricks
Feb 17, 2024
Franklin David Hendricks, age 90, went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 17, 2024. Born in Lake Butler, Florida, on November 1, 1933, he was the 10th of 13 children by Butler and Ollie Hendricks. David was president of his 1952 Union County High School graduating class. After high school, David joined the US Army, where he served in Korea from 1953...
Dorothy Ruth Blackston
Feb 14, 2024
Dorothy Ruth Blackston, age 63, peacefully passed away at UF Health Shands in Jacksonville on February 14, 2024. She was born in Jacksonville on October 7, 1960, to the late Elmer Glen and Patricia Ruth White Blackston. Dorothy's passion for family was evident in everything she did. She found joy in the simple things - playing cards with loved ones,...
Avis Vaughn Dixon
Feb 14, 2024
Avis M. Dixon (née Vaughn), aged 90, of Ocala, Florida, was called to her heavenly home on February 14, 2024. Born on November 20, 1933, in Ocala, she was the cherished daughter of the late David Eugene Vaughn and Bessie Mae Vaughn. Avis's departure is preceded by her brother, James A. Vaughn and her dearly beloved husband, Wesley "Dick" Dixon, Sr.
Avis was married on May 27,...
Roy Barton Cruce
Feb 11, 2024
Roy Barton Cruce passed away on February 11, 2024, at the E.T. York Care Center in Gainesville, FL following an extended illness. Born on February 16, 1955, in Gainesville, FL, Roy lived a life filled with kindness and an unwavering love for his family and community. Roy made his career at the Alachua County Road Department where he diligently worked...
Linda Clara Kent
Feb 11, 2024
Linda Clara Kent, a dedicated and compassionate nurse, sadly passed away on February 11, 2024, at Lake City Medical Center at the age of 78. She was born on May 2, 1945, in Providence, FL, to her loving parents F.M. and Gladys Bielling Bivins. Linda's journey in the field of nursing began after she graduated with a bachelor's degree in...
Faye Vaughn
Feb 9, 2024
Mrs. Faye Malphurs Vaughn, age 92, of Bland, FL, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on March 23, 1931, in Bland, to York Lanier Malphurs and Huldah (Rivers) Malphurs. She was a lifelong resident of Bland and a 1949 graduate of Alachua High School. After high school, Mrs. Faye went to...
John Norman
Feb 2, 2024
John C. Norman, age 77, passed away suddenly on February 2, 2024, at Baptist Health South in Jacksonville, FL. He was born on November 15, 1946, in Lawtey, FL to Leonard and Sarah Pagett Norman. After graduating from high school, he joined the US Army and proudly served his country for two years. Following his military service, John embarked on...
Doloris Ann Dicks
Jan 25, 2024
Deloris Ann Dicks, age 82, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center. Deloris was born on May 10, 1941, in Lawtey, FL to the late William Theodore and Martha Ann Brannen
Deloris built a beautiful life alongside her husband Laurie Floyd Dicks and worked tirelessly to support their shared dreams. She embraced her role as...
Charles (Charlie) Kenneth Roberts
Jan 21, 2024
Charles "Charlie" Kenneth Roberts, Sr., age 76 of Brooker went home to be with his Lord and Savior, January 21, 2024, with his wife and two sons by his side at Haven Hospice in Lake City. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Priscilla, sons Brant (Siarra) Johnson of Brooker and Clay (Jodi) Roberts of Nashville. He...
Mark C. Davis
Jan 20, 2024
Mark C. Davis, age 56, passed away on January 20, 2024, surrounded by his family after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on June 17, 1967, in Buckhannon, West Virginia to Helen Lousie Lewis. In 1974, his family moved to Starke, Florida and it has been home ever since. Mark graduated from Bradford County High School and went...
William “Bill” Bright
Jan 17, 2024
William “Bill” Bright, passed away in hospice on his 86th birthday in Lake City, Florida. Born on January 17, 1938, in Sevierville, Tennessee, Bill led a remarkable life filled with love and laughter.
Bill dedicated 27 years to serving his country in the Navy, he retired as Master Chief with honor and grace. Upon retiring from the Navy, Bill embarked on...
Diane Marie Odom
Jan 16, 2024
Diane Marie Odom passed away at the age of 71 on January 16, 2024, at Shands Jacksonville after a sudden illness. She was born December 14, 1952, in Perry, FL to the late David and Marie Polhill. Diane made her career in customer service, working for the Olustee Store and Cox BBQ. Her warm demeanor and friendly nature made her...
Marlowe Leroy Smith
Jan 15, 2024
Mr. Marlowe Leroy Smith, age 88, of Alachua, FL, passed away on January 15, 2024, at the VA Hospital in Gainesville. Marlowe was born on November 22, 1935 (1934 according to his Army documents) in Lincolnton, NC. At the age of 15, after earning money from delivering newspapers, he hopped on a bus and headed to Florida. He was able...
Gloria Nell Holmes
Jan 14, 2024
Gloria Nell Howard Holmes passed away quietly at home after an extended battle with pulmonary fibrosis on January 14, 2024. She was a beloved mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Gloria is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Captain James David Holmes USMC; her sister, Ila (Skip) Woodington; sister-in-law, Fran Douglas Howard; and her...
Catherine Ann Taylor
Jan 12, 2024
Catherine Ann Taylor, age 64, of Lake Butler, passed away on January 12, 2024, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville. She was born on October 16, 1959, in Mobile, AL. After growing up and spending a large part of her life in Alabama, Cathy moved to Florida to be close to family. She worked a few different...
Sibyl Maxine Bell
Jan 11, 2024
Sibyl Maxine Bell passed away at the age of 75 at North Florida Regional Medical Center after a sudden illness on January 11, 2024. Born on July 13, 1948, in Hamilton County, FL, Sibyl had genuine love for the outdoors. She found solace and joy in tending to her gardens, nurturing each flower with care and dedication. Her yard was...
Misty Dawn Lilly
Jan 7, 2024
Misty Dawn Lilly, a beloved woman with a heart of gold, has left an indelible mark on the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her. With a giving personality and a remarkable ability to find the good in everyone and everything, Misty brought her warmth and unconditional love to every encounter. Born on October 19, 1976, in Camp...
Jeffrey Dean Wainwright
Jan 5, 2024
Jeffrey Dean Wainwright was born in Starke, FL on November 18, 1961, passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Butler, FL, on January 5, 2024. He was a loving father, a giving friend, and true leader. Jeffrey dedicated his life to serving others, both in his professional career and personal life.
Jeffrey's career spanned nearly three decades with the...
Tommy Cox
Jan 4, 2024
Tommy Ezra Cox, age 84, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, surrounded by his family. Tommy was born on October 11, 1939, in Steinman, Virginia, to the late Cassie Cox Pressley and Guy Cox. Tommy resided in Brooker, Florida and was a member of the Brooker Baptist Church. He graduated high school in 1958 in Castlewood, Virginia and attended...
Jeanette Ryals Hendricks
Jan 1, 2024
Jeanette Hendricks, age 93, of Lake Butler, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 at Windsor Manor in Starke, Florida. Jeanette grew up in High Springs, Florida, the baby girl of Raymond and Ethel Ryals. She played basketball for the High Springs “Sandspurs” and graduated from High Springs High School in 1949. In the spring of 1951, on a...
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