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Daniel Elbert Nettles

Daniel Elbert Nettles

Sep 6, 2024

Daniel Elbert Nettles, affectionately known as Bert, was born on August 16, 1934, on Ellerbee Curve in Raiford, FL. He passed away peacefully on September 6, 2024, at Windsor Health and Rehab, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and warmth will be cherished by all who knew him.

Bert a proud graduate of Bradford County High School, Class of 1953....

Marian Virginia McFarland

Marian Virginia McFarland

Sep 4, 2024

Marian Virginia McFarland, age 97, passed away peacefully on September 4,2024, at her daughter’s home in Ocklawaha, Florida. Born and raised in Welborn, Florida, Marian lived a life rich with love and dedication to her family and friends.

For many years, Marian showcased her remarkable capabilities as a manager for a manufacturing company. Marian had an unquenchable passion for nurturing her...

Virginia B DiCristafaro

Virginia B DiCristafaro

Sep 3, 2024

Virginia B. DiCristafaro, a beloved educator, explorer, and vibrant spirit, passed away on September 3, 2024, at The Gables of Gainesville Assisted Living. Born on July 1,1932, in Plainfield, New Jersey, Virginia dedicated her life to the education industry, taking on numerous roles throughout her distinguished career in the Miami Dade area. She earned a Master’s Degree in education from...

Donald Wayne Beeman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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