Gladys Louise Locke
Sep 2, 2024
Gladys Louise Johns Locke, age 80, of Lake Butler, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024, at her home. Gladys was born on January 13, 1944, to the late Ray and Frances Johns.
She graduated from Union County High School, class of 1962. After graduation, Gladys moved to Winter Haven, FL and went to work for State Farm Insurance. Gladys married Lemuel...
Donald Wayne Beeman
Sep 2, 2024
Donald Wayne Beeman, age 54, passed suddenly on Monday, September 2, at his residence. Born on February 21, 1970, in Starke, Florida, Donald spent the majority of his life in Lake Butler. He leaves behind a legacy marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and his strong character. Donald retired as a Sergeant for the Florida Department of Corrections,...
Rachel Mary Kirkland
Aug 28, 2024
Rachel Mary Kirkland passed away peacefully at her home in Brooker on August 28, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on December 16, 1958, in Lawtey, Florida, Rachel is remembered for her simple and laid-back personality that endeared her to many.
Throughout life, Rachel embraced her role as a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by children, Ernest Kirkland...
Imogene Prevatt Varnes
Aug 24, 2024
Imogene Prevatt Varnes, age 88, of Hilliard, Florida, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones, Saturday, August 24, 2024. Born in High Springs, Florida, in 1936, she was the 11th of 15 children born of Thelma and Morgan Prevatt.
She was preceded in death by her grandson, Kaley Cooper, and 12 of her siblings. She is survived by...
John Carl Howard
Aug 22, 2024
John Carl Howard, 62, of Lake Butler, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, August 22. John was born in Gainesville on May 8, 1962, and was a lifelong resident of Union County. After graduating from Union County High School, he began his career working at the family business, Hobo Tractor. From dawn to dusk, his hard...
Amanda Dunn
Aug 21, 2024
Amanda Sheree Ward Dunn age 38, passed away suddenly on August 21, 2024, from a tragic accident. She was born in Marietta, GA, April 12, 1986, to Johnny J. Ward, III and the late Tracy A. Little
Amanda was a beautiful free spirit, a shining star, a beacon of light. She loved the outdoors, especially the water, beach, boating, fishing, and...
Patricia Jane Collins
Aug 20, 2024
Patricia Jane Collins, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at Haven Hospice in Lake City, Florida. Pat, as she was known by most of her friends, was born in Miami, Florida on January 31, 1946. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 48 years, Roy “Pete”...
Donald Edison Jackson
Aug 19, 2024
Donald Edison Jackson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on August 19, 2024, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center. He was born on March 15, 1935, Raiford, Florida, and lived a life marked by love, strength, and dedication to family.
At the age of 18, Donald joined the Merchant Marines, beginning a journey of service that would...
Stephen Jones
Aug 15, 2024
Stephen "Steve" Eugene Jones, born on November 18, 1966, in Jacksonville, FL is now in the arms of Jesus as of August 15, 2024, after facing a courageous battle with an extended illness.
Cherishing his childhood memories, Steve grew up in Dinsmore and later graduated from Temple Christian Academy. However, Steve found his true home in Baker County, FL after moving...
Roger Milford Lovely
Aug 11, 2024
Roger Milford Lovely, born on February 9, 1955, in Cincinnati Ohio, peacefully passed away at his home in Ft White surrounded by his family on August 11, 2024. Roger gave an admirable 30 years serving Alachua General Hospital, where he worked tirelessly in medical maintenance. His commitment to his career was unwavering, and his contribution to the well-being of others...
Dale Francis Bivins
Aug 11, 2024
Dale Francis Bivins, also known as “Shrimp”, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on August 11, 2024, at Haven-Suwannee Valley Hospice Care Center in Lake City, FL. He was born on November 16, 1951, to the late Leonard and Hazel Crawford Bivins and was a lifelong resident of Lake Butler, FL.
Dale dedicated 35 years of...
Theodore “Arthur” Melton
Aug 5, 2024
Theodore “Arthur” Melton, age 84, of Lake City, passed away on August 5, 2024, at Baya Pointe Nursing and Rehab in Lake City. Arthur was born on March 24, 1940, in Graham, FL, to the late Theodore and Nellie (Willis) Melton. After graduating from Gainesville High School in 1958, he began working as a machinist. His career spanned over 20...
Marvin Edward Noegel
Aug 1, 2024
Retired U.S. Army Major Marvin Edward “Ed” Noegel, Jr., passed away at his home August 1, 2024. He was born October 19, 1947, and was the eldest son of Mary Ester Martin Noegel and Marvin Edward “Bo” Noegel, Sr. Ed was born in Lake City, Florida and the family moved from Starke to Lake Butler in 1967. Ed is preceded...
Terry Gordan Sutherland
Jul 31, 2024
Terry Gordan Sutherland born on March 6, 1954, in Savannah, GA, peacefully departed this world on July 31, 2024, at Haven Hospice in Gainesville, FL.
Terry made his career in the field of drafting and was known for his precision and expertise. His colleagues at Exactech remember him fondly for his meticulous work ethic and attention to detail. His impact on...
Tommie Edward Frith
Jul 24, 2024
On July 24, 2024, Tommie Edward Frith, 86, of Lake Butler passed away peacefully at his home. He was born on December 15, 1937, in Lake Geneva, Florida to his parents Joseph and Hester Deal Frith. Tommie's journey through life was marked by duty and service. His exemplary dedication to others shone brightly as he served his Country with honor...
Sandra Bennett
Jul 24, 2024
Sandra Laing Bennett, age 83, of Lake Butler, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children at Plantation Oaks in High Springs, FL under the care of Haven Hospice after an extended illness. She was born to William and Mildred Laing of Havana, FL. She grew up in Orlando, FL where she met the love of her life, Bobby R....
Carl Todd Hanlon
Jul 23, 2024
Carl “Todd” Hanlon, 49, peacefully submitted to the Will of God on July 23, 2024. Todd was born November 11, 1974, in Miami, Florida. He is survived by his father, Reginald W. Hanlon III, his sister Elizabeth A. Hanlon-Masters, two sons, Samuel and Cohen Hanlon, stepdaughter, McKenzie Santos, one niece, Hope Masters and one nephew, Collin Masters, and one uncle...
Eric Waldo
Jul 21, 2024
Eric Andrew Waldo, age 52, of Alachua, FL, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Eric was born on August 5, 1971, in Coral Gables, FL, to George “Butch” Waldo and Madeline (Tenney) Waldo. Eric grew up in Orlando and graduated from Clearwater Christian College with bachelor’s degrees in Bible and Biology. He then went to...
Trista Ann Holder
Jul 19, 2024
Trista Ann Holder, a dedicated wife, mother, sister, and friend, was called home on July 19, 2024. She touched many lives throughout her life and her unexpected passing has left a void in the hearts of all who knew her. Trista was born on November 5, 1977, in Gainesville FL, to Edwin Lee and Sherry Joiner. She worked as a...
Wanda Griffis
Jul 17, 2024
Wanda Jean Griffis, age 78, passed away on July 17, 2024, at her home in Lake Butler, FL, with her family by her side. She was born on May 10, 1946, in Mayo, FL, to the late Riley and Opal Driver. Wanda led a fulfilling career spanning 30 years as a patient specialist with Northeast Florida State Hospital. Her dedication...
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