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James Willard "J.W." Griffis

James Willard "J.W." Griffis

Jan 20, 2018

James "J.W." Willard Griffis "PAPA", 71, of Raiford, Florida passed away at his home Saturday, January 20, 2018.J.W. was born in Macclenny, Florida. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for two years. J.W. retired from the Northeast Florida State Hospital. He was a devoted father, PAPA, and friend. J.W. loved to fish, hunt, and spend time...

Betty Marie Todd Sr

Betty Marie Todd Sr

Jan 16, 2018

Betty Marie Todd Sr, 62, of Lake Butler, Florida passed away on January 16, 2018. Betty was born to the late Sammie and Betty Blackwelder in Georgia. She lived all her life in Lake Butler, Florida. Betty was a loving wife and mother. She cherished her family.Betty Marie Todd Sr is survived by her adoring husband of 38 years, Gerald...

Heather Dawn Jordan

Heather Dawn Jordan

Jan 14, 2018

Heather Dawn Jordan, 33, of Lawtey, Florida passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018. Heather was born in Gainesville on August 12, 1984. Heather enjoyed going to the beach and spending time with her family and friends. She worked at the Department of Corrections, and was very proud of her recent promotion to Sergeant. The things Heather loved and was...

Ciara Nicole Kearns

Ciara Nicole Kearns

Jan 14, 2018

Ciara Nicole Kearns, 19, of Raiford, Florida passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018. Ciara was born in Gainesville on November 4, 1998. She was the daughter of Jackie Olin Fautt (step father, Steve Fautt) and Ronnie Kearns. Ciara is survived by her grandmothers; Bobbie Olin and Betty Hodges (grandfather, Charles Hodges). Two brothers; Ronnie Kearns Jr, Charlie Kearns. She...

Thomas Lee Hurley Sr

Thomas Lee Hurley Sr

Jan 10, 2018

Thomas Lee Hurley Sr., 64, of Gainesville, Florida passed away on January 8, 2018. He was born to the late Carl and Billy Jo Hurley in Washington D.C. Thomas lived most of his adult life in Gainesville. Thomas worked as an automotive mechanic. He enjoyed his profession very much. He leaves behind his beloved family to cherish his memory.Thomas is...

Herman Floyd Crews

Herman Floyd Crews

Jan 10, 2018

Herman Floyd Crews, 67, of Lawtey, Florida passed away on January 10, 2018. Herman was born in Blackshear, Georgia to the late John and Bertha Crews. Herman proudly served his country in the United States Army and in the Vietnam war. Herman was a Bradford County resident, since 1954. He retired from Florida State Prison, after 25 years. Herman leaves...

Stacey Jerome Surrency

Stacey Jerome Surrency

Jan 9, 2018

Stacey Jerome Surrency was born April 12, 1955 in South Georgia and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida by his loving parents Robert Van and Elmira Surrency. On Tuesday, January 9, 2018 he returned to his true residence, "Heaven". He attended and matriculated through the Volusia County School System; earning his spot at fame, Stacey Jerome Surrency was well-known throughout the...

Richard Allen Mayben Jr

Richard Allen Mayben Jr

Jan 4, 2018

Richard Allen Mayben Jr, AKA "The Supervisor" of Brooker,Florida was born on August 20, 1965 in Gainesville, Florida to Richard Allen Mayben Sr and Mary Ella Green Mayben. Richard "Ricky" was a big-hearted kind man who was a friend to many and a rock to most. He loved driving his big black Chevy aka "The Black Pearl". Ricky enjoyed spending...

Denton Edward DeVoe II

Denton Edward DeVoe II

Dec 24, 2017

Denton Edward DeVoe II, 40, of Starke, Florida passed away on December 24, 2017. Denny was a graduate of Bradford High School. He enjoyed all things outdoors. Denny especially enjoyed hog hunting and mudding. He enjoyed life. Denny was an adoring father to his little girl, Hannah. He enjoyed taking care of her and he loved her dearly. Denny leaves...

Catherine Rosie Diana Filer

Catherine Rosie Diana Filer

Dec 16, 2017

Catherine Rosie Glover Filer, 67, of Lake Butler, Florida passed away to be with the Lord on December 16, 2017 at Shands Hospital, after a sudden illness. Catherine graduated from Union County High School. She later married Mr. Henry Filer. She and Henry were married for 30 years. Catherine was a devoted Christian and member of Little Rock Church. She...

Ronald Lee Thomas

Ronald Lee Thomas

Dec 10, 2017

Ronald Lee Thomas, 76, of Lake Butler, Florida passed away on December 10, 2017. Ronald was the starting running back for Union County High School football team, where he also graduated high school. After graduating high school, Ronald joined the United States Navy. He later retired from the United States Navy. Ronald received his Bachelors degree and returned to Union...

John "J.W." William Clark

John "J.W." William Clark

Dec 10, 2017

John William "J.W." Clark, 89, of Alachua, Florida passed away on December 10, 2017. J.W. was born in Bland, Florida to the late John Bryant and Minnie Lucille Clark. He spent most of his life in Alachua, Florida. He was known for his hard work. J.W. had a knack for gardening and farming. He especially loved his garden. For years...

Barbara Louise Powell

Barbara Louise Powell

Dec 9, 2017

Barbara Louise Powell, 84, of Ocala, Florida passed away on December 4, 2017. Barbara was born to the late Lawrence and Cedora Gilbert in Jacksonville, Florida. In her free time, she enjoyed square dancing and traveling with her husband. Barbara also loved sewing. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Barbara leaves her memory to be cherished by her...

Wynell "Nell" Voncile Dickens

Wynell "Nell" Voncile Dickens

Dec 7, 2017

Wynell "Nell" Dickens, 83, of Raiford, Florida passed away on December 7, 2017. Nell was born in Sylvester, Georgia to the late J.D. and Susie Terrell. She lived nearly all her life in Union County. Nell attended night school to earn her CNA certificate. For 25 years, she worked as an Avon sales representative. She was awarded and recognized for...

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...

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