Joan Waters McDonald
Dec 31, 2023
Joan Waters McDonald, age 80, passed away on December 31, 2023, at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. She was born on June 9, 1943, in her beloved hometown of Lake Butler, FL, to the late Lonnie "L.V." and Georgia Martin Waters. She devoted many years of service to the Bradford County Sheriff's Department as a dispatcher, playinng a crucial...
William Dennis Sewell, Jr.
Dec 30, 2023
William Dennis Sewell, Jr., age 80, passed away on December 30, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness. William was born on September 2, 1943, to the late William D., Sr. and Ruth Leigh Surratt Sewell in Savannah, GA. He had a long and successful career as a sales associate and paint mixer for...
Brandon Joel Fulwood
Dec 28, 2023
Brandon Joel Fulwood, born on October 27, 1988, in Gainesville, FL, was a man who left an indelible mark on the lives he touched. Tragically, Brandon's life was cut short on December 28, 2023, in Bowling Green, FL. Brandon was a man of honor and service. After graduating from the Paris Island Military Base in 2008, he served his country...
Dewey Addison, Sr.
Dec 28, 2023
Dewey Gilford Addison, Sr. age 86, known for his skills as handyman and for selling his famous peanuts, passed away on December 28, 2023, at his home in Lake Butler, FL.Dewey was born on May 8, 1937, in Raiford, FL, to the late Lee and Erma Johns Addison. In his youth, Dewey dedicated four years to serving his country with...
Jill Clark
Dec 23, 2023
Jill Clark, age 61, passed away on December 23, 2023, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, FL following a brief illness. Born May 26, 1962, Miami, FL, Jill was the daughter of Robert and Becky Barrett. Jill moved to Starke, FL, 8 years ago when she married Clayton Otto Clark, Sr. Together, they created a nurturing and...
Jeffrey Allen Thornton
Dec 14, 2023
Jeffrey Allen Thornton, age 41, of Lake Butler passed away on December 14, 2023. Born on March 6, 1982, in Gainesville, FL, Jeffrey was a loving husband, son, father, and friend who will be deeply missed by all those whose lives he touched.Known for his warm and inviting personality, Jeffrey never met a stranger. His kind-heartedness and genuine nature made...
Vera Joyce Chapman
Dec 14, 2023
Vera Joyce Clyatt Chapman, of La Crosse, FL, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023. She was 90.
Anyone who knew Joyce well knew they had a friend for life. Her cheerful demeanor was a reflection of her love and devotion to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and she was quick to welcome friends and strangers alike, making everyone...
Peggy Elizabeth Long
Dec 14, 2023
Peggy Elizabeth Long passed away December 14, 2023, after an extended illness. Born in Tampa, Fl on June 22, 1953, Peggy lived most of her life in Union & Baker Counties. Peggy lived a simple life, dedicated to working hard to raise her four children. Her passion for animals, especially cats, lead her to stop traffic to rescue and save...
Jeffrey Roberts Wade
Dec 12, 2023
Jeffrey Roberts Wade passed away suddenly in his sleep on December 12, 2023 while resting between work shifts as a conductor for Amtrak. He was born December 21, 1977, the son of Russell Alexander Wade Jr. and Sandra Roberts Wade. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Lake Butler Ward.
Jeff grew up in...
Beulah Davis Todd
Dec 12, 2023
Beulah Davis Todd, age 78, passed away on December 12, 2023, in Adel, GA. She was born on September 9, 1945, in Lake Butler to the late Robert and Louise Davis and spent the majority of her life there. Beulah's love for her family was at the center of her life. She was happily married to Frank Todd for an...
Charles Tomlinson, Jr.
Dec 12, 2023
Charles Tomlinson, Jr., "Buddy," passed away on December 12, 2023, at his home in Lake Butler. He was born on November 6, 1962, in Lake Butler to Charles Sr. and Stella Mae Brown Tomlinson. Charles dedicated several years of his life to public service. He began his career as a correctional officer for the Department of Corrections, where he served...
Branden William Dukes
Dec 1, 2023
Branden William Dukes also known to many friends and family as “Duke” was born on February the 19th 1985 in Jacksonville Florida, Branden lived the entirety of his life in Union County, he graduated Union County high school. Branden became a father to his only son Brennen William Dukes on December 3, 2007. Branden proceeded in life to work for Tom...
Charles Edwin Parrish
Nov 30, 2023
Charles "Charlie" Edwin Parrish, born on March 28, 1938, in Lake Butler, Florida, dedicated his days to farming and embraced the simplicity of life. It is with great sadness that we announce his passing on November 30, 2023, at Winsor Health and Rehab. Charlie's hard work made farming was not just a profession, but a way of life.Charlie's warm personality...
Brenda Gail Poole
Nov 23, 2023
Brenda Gail Poole, of Lake Butler, has passed away at the age of 70. She was born on October 2, 1953, in Lake City, Florida, to Ervin and Pauline McCullough Taylor. Gail's vibrant personality was reflected in her fiery red hair and feisty spirit. Her career began as a correctional officer for the Department of Corrections until her retirement. Her...
Betty Sue West
Nov 23, 2023
Betty Sue West, age 67, passed away on November 23, 2023, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville, FL. She was born on November 17, 1956, in her beloved hometown of Lake Butler. Sue's loving and warm personality endeared her to everyone she met, and she never encountered a stranger throughout her life. Sue adored fishing and spent countless hours casting her...
Stephen Bryan Hendricks
Nov 17, 2023
Stephen “Bryan” Hendricks, age 97, of Lake Butler, Florida, passed away on November 17, 2023, at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Lake City, Florida.
Bryan, the 6th of 12 children, was born to Butler and Ollie Hendricks on August 6, 1926, at the family home in Lake Butler. Bryan left high school at the age of 17 to enlist in the United States Navy during World War...
William Marvin Dicks
Nov 13, 2023
William Marvin Dicks, age 74, passed away on November 13, 2023, in Lady Lake, Florida. He was born on January 21, 1949, in Lake City, Florida to William E. and Evelyn Joyce Harris Dicks. In high school, Marvin excelled as the quarterback for the Palmetto Tigers and his love of football has never wavered. His quiet demeanor vanished when it...
Correne Stringer
Nov 9, 2023
Correne Stringer, age 73, passed away on November 9, 2023, at Haven Hospice in Lake City after an extended illness. Born on September 3, 1950, in Lake Butler, to the late Lonnie and Georgia Martin Waters, she lived with a savior's heart, and all who knew her speak of her kindness, compassion, and love for her family. Correne graduated from...
Jane Ellen Hayes
Nov 5, 2023
Jane Ellen Crawford Hayes passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 5, 2023; the firstborn daughter to A. E. and Myrtle Clark Crawford, arriving on March 23, 1931. Janie was a 1949 graduate of Union County High School. On November 3, 1957, she married the love of her life, W.H. "Fats" Hayes and began making their life...
Betty June Kerce
Nov 4, 2023
Betty June Kerce, age 92, peacefully passed away on November 4, 2023, at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. Born on May 20, 1931, in Lake Butler, FL, Betty lived a remarkable life filled with purpose and kindness. Education played an important role in Betty's life. After attending Dallas Bible Institute she transferred to Trinity Bible College in Clearwater, FL,...
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