Martha Jule Powell
Sep 15, 2025
Martha Jule Armstong Powell passed away peacefully at home Monday, September 15, 2025, surrounded by friends and family. Martha was a retired schoolteacher and a long-time community leader who influenced generations of Union Countians.
Martha was born May 2,1933 in Montgomery, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Bernice Armstrong, brother Jimmy Armstrong, sister Mary Tom Kleiderer...
Willie Weldon Busby
Sep 14, 2025
Willie Weldon Busby, age 79, passed away on September 14, 2025, at the Veteran's Affairs Hospital in Lake City, Florida, after an extended illness. Born on September 1, 1946, in Decatur County, Georgia, Willie dedicated his life to both his family and his country.
A proud veteran, Willie served two years in the United States Army, where he was stationed in...
Albert Jefferson Andrews
Sep 13, 2025
Albert Jefferson Andrews, age 79, was called home on September 13, 2025.
Born and raised in Lake Butler, Albert embarked on a journey that would see him wear many hats. A man of many talents, he dedicated himself to many ventures ranging from chicken houses to owning and operating a bar and even establishing a tree service business. Each endeavor bore...
Catherine Marie Mathis
Sep 11, 2025
Catherine Marie Mathis, born on June 11, 1952, in Macclenny, Florida, passed away on September 11, 2025, at HCA North Florida in Gainesville, Florida.
After graduating from Baker County High School, Catherine had various jobs throughout her life, however, what pleased her the most was being a wife, mother, and GG. She also took immense joy in her personal life. Catherine...
Andrew Kirk Gleason
Sep 5, 2025
Andrew Kirk Gleason, affectionately known as Kirt, was born on March 25, 1955, in Ft. Pierce, Florida, and passed away peacefully at his home in Gainesville on September 5, 2025, after an extended illness. Kirt was a remarkable man who dedicated over 30 years of his life to welding at Mercury Aircraft. After relocating to Florida, he continued to hone...
Donald Eugene Hicks
Sep 5, 2025
Donald Eugene Hicks, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025, just two days shy of his 67th birthday, after an extended illness.
Born on September 7, 1958, Donald was raised on Smokey Road in Baker County, Florida. He graduated from Baker County High School before proudly serving his country in the United States...
Carolyn Shadd
Sep 4, 2025
Carolyn Annette Shadd of Glen St. Mary, FL, passed away on her 77th birthday at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL, with her family by her side. She was born on September 4, 1948, in Jacksonville, FL, to Leemon and Vonda Shadd.
Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents; her brother Leemon Dewayne; sister Pamela Shadd; and her granddaughter, Kaitlyn.
Carolyn...
Yvette Suzette Boyle
Sep 3, 2025
Yvette Suzette Boyle, an exuberant spirit who brought joy and laughter into every room, left this world on September 3, 2025, at her home in Lake Butler, Florida, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 19, 1963, in Jacksonville, Florida, she brought her vivacious charm wherever she went.
Yvette spent her early years in Jacksonville, before moving to Lake Butler...
Richard Abell
Sep 3, 2025
Richard Abell, 84, died September 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in 1941, Rich grew up in Elk River, Idaho, where a childhood in the woods formed a lifelong curiosity about how the world works. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1960 and served for twenty years, retiring as a Senior Maintenance Chief in 1980. Sea duty and...
Edgar Wilson Douglass
Sep 2, 2025
Edgar Wilson Douglass, Jr., 78, of Lake Butler, Florida, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on September 1, 2025. He was born on February 6, 1947, in Fort Meade, Florida, to Edgar Wilson Douglass, Sr. and Sara Lucille McClure.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his first loving wife, Martha Ann Douglass; his son, Edgar Wilson...
Hannah McKenzie DeVoe
Aug 31, 2025
Today to honor the life of Hannah McKenzie DeVoe, a vibrant young woman whose spirit will forever be remembered in the hearts of those who knew her. Born on April 11, 2001, in Gainesville, FL, Hannah was a true country girl at heart. She spent her days laughing with friends, riding horses, fishing, hunting, and enjoying dirt road rides through...
Loretta Wolfe
Aug 27, 2025
Loretta Elaine Pewett WolfeSeptember 9, 1942 – August 27, 2025
Our beloved Grandma, Loretta Elaine Pewett Wolfe, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the age of 82. She was at home in Lake Butler, Florida, surrounded by family and love — exactly the way she would’ve wanted it.
Loretta was born on September 9, 1942, in...
Cohen Banks Hanson
Aug 26, 2025
Cohen Banks Hanson was born on August 5, 2025—a strong and sweet little boy, deeply loved from the moment he arrived. After three weeks of fighting bravely in the hospital, Cohen was called home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2025. Though his time on earth was brief, his life was ordained by God and filled with purpose...
Linda Lou Tessler
Aug 26, 2025
On Tuesday, August 26, 2025 Linda Lou Tessler lost her battle with pancreatic cancer at home with her family. Born on March 10, 1954 to the late John David and Philomenia (Schoonmaker) Beesimer, of Kerhonkson New York.
Linda graduated from Rondout Valley High School in Accord New York im 1972. She went to the school of Hard Knocks and spent the...
William Shands Howard, Jr.
Aug 26, 2025
William Shands Howard Jr, 85 of Lake Butler, Florida peacefully left for his heavenly home on August 26, 2025 after a brief illness.
Shands, as he was known by friends and family, was born January 31, 1940 to Williams Shands Howard, Sr. and Opal Baxter Howard. He graduated from Union County High School and entered the US Army in July of...
William Allen Bass
Aug 23, 2025
William Allen Bass, age 90, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025, at the Veterans Medical Center in Lake City, Florida, after an extended illness. He was born on April 7, 1935, in Newberry, Florida, to John and Elizabeth Bass.
William dedicated many years of his career as a correctional officer for the Department of Corrections until his retirement. His time...
Jason Alan Price
Aug 23, 2025
Jason Alan Price, born on January 10, 1987, in Dallas, Texas, transitioned from this life on August 23, 2025, at his residence. His journey was characterized by a steadfast devotion to both his family and his work. A talented tradesman recognized for his diverse skills, Jason most recently made a significant impact in the plumbing community out of Gainesville, Florida.
Described...
Betty Carter
Aug 20, 2025
Betty Ann Carter was born March 29, 1936 and passed on August 20, 2025. She was 89. She is survived by three daughters, Terry Smith of Brooker, Robin (Mark) Williams of Brooker, Sherry (Kevin) Woolley of Lake Butler, 6 grandchildren & 14 great grandchildren.Betty made her home in Brooker 53+ years ago with her husband Bob who passed in 2015....
Alma Ruth Hartman
Aug 20, 2025
Alma Ruth Hartman, passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 83 in Lake Butler, Florida. She was born on July 26, 1942, in Lenore, West Virginia. Ruth is preceded in death by her husband Jackie Hartman, mother, Frances, father, Sam, and 12 brothers and sisters.
Ruth leaves behind her beloved sister, Ruby Stepp (John Jacobs), and her brother,...
Howard Wayman Driver
Aug 20, 2025
Howard Wayman Driver, born on January 13, 1945, in Mayo, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 20,2025, at the Community Hospice Douglas Center for Caring at Baptist Health Hospital in Jacksonville after a short illness. He dedicated many years the Department of Transportation where he served with the road department until his retirement.
Howard is remembered for his love of fishing...
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