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Sandra Lee Worthington

Sandra Lee Worthington

Mar 21, 2025

Sandra Lee Worthington, a cherished caregiver, devoted family member, and woman of unwavering faith, passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 81, with her loving family by her side. Born on March 21, 1944, Sandra exemplified humility and kindness throughout her life. She was known for her extraordinary willingness to give selflessly to others, often described as...

Connie B Lavender Wall

Connie B Lavender Wall

Mar 10, 2025

Connie B Lavender Wall, age 81 passed away peacefully on Monday March 10, 2025, at her home in Hampton FL. Connie was born on March 3, 1944, in Rutherford County, NC and was the daughter of the late T.P. and Willie Mae Byers. She worked at Spindale Mills in Spindale NC for over 20 years and later worked at Florida...

Edward Russell "Rusty" Blackmon

Edward Russell "Rusty" Blackmon

Mar 6, 2025

Edward Russell "Rusty" Blackmon of Lake City passed away on March 6, 2025, in Lake Butler. He was born November 11, 1941, in Lake City to the late Edward and Lila Blackmon.

Rusty is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Annetta Russ.

Rusty is survived by his wife Rose Blackmon; children, Shawna, John, Destiny, Amy, and Dylan Blackmon; siblings,...

Ackley "A.B." Adams

Ackley "A.B." Adams

Mar 6, 2025

Ackley Bob "A.B." Adams, age 83, of Brooker, Florida went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 6, 2025, after an extended illness. He was born on February 16, 1942, in Ellisville, Florida to the late Jesse S. Adams and Dorothy Howell Adams.

A.B. had a strong work ethic. He was in construction for 48 years building many...

Langston Alexander Sykes

Langston Alexander Sykes

Mar 4, 2025

Langston Alexander Sykes, a beloved husband, father, son, and brother, passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2025, in Lake City, Florida. Born on April 20, 1993, in Gainesville, he was the light in the lives of many and the cherished heartbeat of his family.

Langston's journey through life was one marked by hard work and determination. He dedicated his skills as...

Allegra Hayes Saunders

Allegra Hayes Saunders

Mar 3, 2025

Allegra Hayes Saunders passed away peacefully at her home in Lake Butler on March 3, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 14, 1931, in Starke, Florida, to the late Calvin and Annie Hayes, Allegra's life was marked by faith, love, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community.

For 20 remarkable years, Allegra served as a beloved...

Vivian Ruth Horton

Vivian Ruth Horton

Feb 27, 2025

Vivian Ruth Horton, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, at the E.T. York Hospice Care Center at the age of 85. Born on February 13, 1940, in Cohasset, Massachusetts, her journey through life was marked by loving dedication, compassion, and an infectious joy that uplifted all around her.

Vivian's career as a registered...

Marie Lourdes Marlene Dure

Marie Lourdes Marlene Dure

Feb 27, 2025

Marie Lourdes Marlene Dure, a devoted health care professional by her husband Dr. Dure' and beloved matriarch, passed away on February 27, 2025, in Lake Butler, FL. Born on April 9, 1938, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti raised in cap Haitian, Marlene dedicated much of her life to caring for others, exemplifying compassion and resilience throughout her life.

For most of her life,...

James Howard Norman

James Howard Norman

Feb 25, 2025

James Howard Norman, born on September 15, 1957, in Lawtey, Florida, departed this world on February 25, 2025, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. James devoted 25 years of his life to the noble profession of a correctional officer, serving at New River Correctional Institution until his retirement. He then became a devoted employee...

Bryant C Baker

Bryant C Baker

Feb 22, 2025

Bryant C. Baker, age 69, passed away on February 22, 2025, at the Lake City Medical Center in Florida. Born on May 16, 1955, in Hammond, Illinois, Bryant's life was marked by dedication to both his family and his profession.

Bryant pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a field that ignited his passion for technology, where he thrived in creating...

Joetta Croft

Joetta Croft

Feb 21, 2025

Joetta Croft, age 83, of Lulu, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, at UF Health Shands Hospital. Born on August 15, 1941, on the Union/Columbia County line, Joetta was a lifelong resident of Union County.

After graduating from Columbia County High School in 1959, Joetta married the love of her life, Travis “Slim” Croft, later that year. She soon began...

Deborah Joan Cain

Deborah Joan Cain

Feb 20, 2025

On Thursday, February 20, 2025, our precious wife, mother, and Nanny went to be with her Lord and Savior. Debbie Cain was born on May 29, 1958, to Leo and Muriel Rosier. She was a resident of Baker County her entire life. On August 2, 1978, she married the love of her life, Wayne Cain. Together they had one son,...

Joe Griffis

Joe Griffis

Feb 19, 2025

Joseph C. “Joe” Griffis was born on June 20, 1932 in the heart of Baker County, where he was a lifelong resident. He met his Lord and Savior face to face on February 19, 2025 at his home in Glen St. Mary. He was a faithful man of God who was known for his quick wit, hunting and fishing expertise,...

Aubrey Woods

Aubrey Woods

Feb 16, 2025

Aubrey Lee Woods, Jr., age 63, of Glen St. Mary peacefully departed this world on February 16, 2025, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville, Florida, after an extended illness. Born on December 19, 1961, in Macclenny, Florida, Aubrey was a devoted father, a cherished son, and a loyal brother.

He dedicated four years of his life to serving our country in...

Diane Batten

Diane Batten

Feb 16, 2025

Helen Diane Batten, affectionately known as Diane, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025, in Macclenny, Florida, with her devoted husband, Kenny Batten, by her side. Born on April 24, 1959, in Montgomery, Alabama, Diane lived a life characterized by love, nurturing, and unyielding kindness.

Throughout her remarkable life, Diane dedicated herself to the care of others. As a daycare provider,...

Kenneth Lee Snyder

Kenneth Lee Snyder

Feb 15, 2025

Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Snyder, age 63, was born on February 8, 1962, in Lake Butler, Florida and passed away on February 15, 2025, at HCA North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville.

Kenny devoted a great part of his life to the solid waste department for Union County, where he worked with dedication and pride. But he was more than just a...

Daniel Irvin Milling

Daniel Irvin Milling

Feb 14, 2025

On February 14, 2025, Daniel Irvin Milling, lovingly known as “Superman,” left this earthly home and entered into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He passed peacefully at Terrace Health Rehabilitation in Gainesville, FL, surrounded by family and the grace of God.

Daniel was born on February 6, 1937, in Avon Park, FL, to John Ernest and...

Ernest Clayton Stewart

Ernest Clayton Stewart

Feb 13, 2025

Ernest Clayton Stewart, age 76, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the VA Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. Born February 2, 1949, in Gainesville, where he would grow into a man whose life was marked by service, dedication, and all with a spirit of joy.

Ernest exemplified the ideals of duty and honor during his six years of service in...

Charles Eatmon

Charles Eatmon

Feb 13, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Eatmon, born on January 18, 1959, in Lake City, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on February 13, 2025, at the age of 66. Charles was preceded in death by his father, George Dewey Eatmon; his mother, Eloise Chambers Williams; his brother, Lynn Eatmon; and his daughter, Lindsey Eatmon. Charlie is survived by his loving wife, Wendy...

Constance Renee Tanner

Constance Renee Tanner

Feb 12, 2025

Constance "Connie" Renee Tanner, born on May 26, 1949, in Fort Myers, Florida, passed away on February 12, 2025, at Magnolia Ridge Health and Rehab after an extended illness. She was 75 years old.

Connie began working in banking before transitioning to a full-time housewife, dedicating her life to her loved ones. Her passion for family and commitment to her household...

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