Obituaries

James Edward "J.E." White

James Edward "J.E." White

Dec 5, 2017

James Edward "J.E." White, 75, of Keystone Heights, Florida passed away on December 5, 2017. J.E. proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He later, worked as a Master Electrician and taught motor electrical engineering. He also owned several small businesses; laundry and dry-cleaning service, print shop, and a small engine shop. J.E. was an active member of...

Sandra Bostick

Sandra Bostick

Dec 3, 2017

Sandra Schwind Bostick, 68, of Lake Butler, Florida passed away peacefully on December 3, 2017. She is the daughter of the late Frank Holzhauer and Janet Sherriff. She enjoyed going to church and reading books. Sandra also loved spending time with family and friends.Mrs. Bostick is survived by her loving husband of 22 years, William Bostick. Daughter, Stefanie Combs. Step...

Steven Michael Fautt

Steven Michael Fautt

Nov 29, 2017

Steven Michael Fautt, 31, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on November 29, 2017. Steven enjoyed all thing outdoors. He loved to hunt, but his biggest passion was fishing. Steven enjoyed participating in fishing tournaments. He was tough on the outside, yet he had a heart of gold. Steven was very empathetic to anyone he saw in pain. He leaves his...

Annie Melody Mann

Annie Melody Mann

Nov 28, 2017

Annie Melody Mann, 70, of Lake Butler, Florida passed away on November 28, 2017. Annie enjoyed word find books, puzzles, watching television, and she loved the color pink. She enjoyed nature, and found butterflies to be beautiful. Annie loved her son, Marvin, unconditionally. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jessie "Earl" and Letha Hollingsworth. Two brothers; Stanley Hollingsworth...

James Judson "Judd" Fink Sr

James Judson "Judd" Fink Sr

Nov 24, 2017

James Judson "Judd" Fink Sr, 80, of Raiford, Florida peacefully passed away on November 24, 2017, while surrounded by his loving family. Judd was born in Long Island, New York to the late Arthur and Evelyn Fink. In 1956, James "Judd" Fink Sr joined The United States Navy, where he proudly served his country for the following 6 years. Later,...

Judy Kelley Roberts

Judy Kelley Roberts

Nov 21, 2017

Judy Kelley Roberts, 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 surrounded by her family, following a 3-year battle with ovarian cancer. Judy was a native of Brooker, Florida and had been a peninsula resident since 1964. Formerly the Manager of the Department of Anesthesia, she worked at Mary Immaculate Hospital for 32 years and retired in 2003. She...

Frederick James "Jimmy" Ellison

Frederick James "Jimmy" Ellison

Nov 19, 2017

Frederick J. Ellison, known to all as, "Jimmy" of Lake Butler, Florida, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2017 at age 58. He was born October 31, 1959. Jimmy graduated from Union County High School and started his career as a Correctional Officer at Union Correctional Institution. Later in life, he became a minister of Jesus Christ. Jimmy loved to play...

Lucille Howard Powell

Lucille Howard Powell

Nov 17, 2017

Mrs. Lucille Powell, 96, of Lake City, Florida passed away on November 17, 2017. Lucille was born in Live Oak, Florida to the late Frank and Myra Howard. Lucille loved cooking for others, just as much as, everyone loved her cooking. She enjoyed taking care of people. Lucille especially loved her family and friends. She was a member of Gadara...

Theodore Allen Phillips

Theodore Allen Phillips

Nov 16, 2017

Theodore Allen Phillips, 87, of Lake Butler, Florida passed away on November 16, 2017. Theodore was born in Lake City, FL to the late Troy and Dora Phillips. In 1950, Theodore Phillips joined the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his country for three years. Mr. Phillips served our Nation in the Korean War. Theodore was later employed...

Phillip Randall "Randy" Lyons

Phillip Randall "Randy" Lyons

Nov 15, 2017

Phillip Randall "Randy" Lyons, 46, of Starke, Florida passed away on November 15, 2017. Randy enjoyed spending his time hunting, fishing. He enjoyed watching Nascar. Randy loved Florida Gator football. He was a member of Sampson City Church of God and he deeply loved the Lord. Randy leaves his beloved family to cherish his memory.Phillip Randall Lyons is survived by...

Anna May Sanderlin

Anna May Sanderlin

Nov 10, 2017

Annamay Sanderlin, 81, of Starke, Florida passed away on November 10, 2017. Annamay was born in Salem, New Jersey, where she lived nearly all her life. Annamay enjoyed working with children and visitation. She was a member of Bible Baptist Church. Annmay leaves her beloved family to cherish her memory.Annamay Sanderlin is survived by her husband of over 62 years,...

Ina Lee Klise

Ina Lee Klise

Nov 9, 2017

Ina Lee Ellis Klise, 76, of Alachua, Florida passed away on November 9, 2017. She was born on February 24, 1941 to the late Eugene Ellis and the late Mattie Norman in Alachua County. Ina enjoyed reading, growing beautiful roses, crossword puzzles, cooking, and sewing. She loved her family dearly, and cherished time spent with them all. Ina shared 24...

Evelyn Juanita Bass

Evelyn Juanita Bass

Nov 7, 2017

Evelyn Juanita Bass, 61, of Brooker, Florida passed away on November 7, 2017. Evelyn was born to John Bell and the late Julia Lyons. She spent most of her adult life in Brooker, Florida. Evelyn loved her church and her church family at Bayless Highway Baptist. She enjoyed camping and horseback riding. Evelyn leaves her family behind to cherish her...

Jack Craig Thomas

Jack Craig Thomas

Nov 5, 2017

Jack "Craig" Thomas, 57, of Ft White, Florida passed away on November 5, 2017. Craig enjoyed grilling, RV camping, fishing, Florida Gator football, and having friends over. Craig especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his sister, Theresa McCloy. Craig's memory will be cherished by his friends and family.Jack "Craig" Thomas is survived by...

Mandy Rose Todd

Mandy Rose Todd

Nov 4, 2017

Mandy Rose Gunter Todd, 79, a life time resident of Worthington Springs, Florida passed away on November 4, 2017. Mandy was born to the late Joe and Sillar Gunter in Starke, Florida. She is preceded in death by her husband, Mallie Todd. One son, Robert Isiah Todd. Two brothers; Willard Gunter, Willis Gunter. Three sisters; Ethel Mae Starling, Edna Batten,...

Caroline Smith

Caroline Smith

Nov 3, 2017

Caroline Smith, 92, of Lake City, Florida passed away on November 3, 2017. She was born to the late Guy and Louise Allen in Charleston, South Carolina. Caroline enjoyed shopping and spending time with her family. She was a former member of Emanuel Church. Caroline and her family were all very pleased with the excellent care she received from Solaris...

Tamara Moody Grammer

Tamara Moody Grammer

Nov 1, 2017

Ms. Grammer passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 1st. She is survived by her two children, Tray and Madison Grammer of Gainesville, FL. Her mother and step father, Chuck and Pat Kuhr of High Springs, FL. One brother, Keith Moody of Gainesville, FL. Grandmother, Betty Crawford of Worthington Springs.She is preceded in death by her father, Sam Moody....

Connor Robert Hawkins

Connor Robert Hawkins

Oct 26, 2017

Connor Robert Hawkins, 6 months old, passed away October 26, 2017 in Gainesville, FL after a tragic car accident. He was born March 30, 2017 in Gainesville, FL. Connor was just learning to hold his bottle; he cut his first tooth and just discovered how to bounce. He was such a happy baby, always smiling. Connor touched so many lives...

Myrtle Vanzant

Myrtle Vanzant

Oct 21, 2017

Myrtle Vanzant, 91, of Starke, FL passed away on October 20, 2017. She was born to the late Frances and Alice Bradley in Lawtey, FL. Myrtle loved to read, work in her yard and in her garden. She enjoyed attending church at Bethel Baptist. Myrtle is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Carl J. Vanzant. She...

Rubia Jewel Fowler

Rubia Jewel Fowler

Oct 8, 2017

Rubia Jewel Fowler, 89, of Lake Butler, FL passed away on October 8, 2017. Rubia was born was to the late James and Emma Mangum in Craighead County, Arkansas. She loved singing and to shop. Rubia especially enjoyed reading her Bible. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Glen E. Fowler Jr. Two sons; William Dale...