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Doloris Ann Dicks

Doloris Ann Dicks

Jan 25, 2024

Deloris Ann Dicks, age 82, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center. Deloris was born on May 10, 1941, in Lawtey, FL to the late William Theodore and Martha Ann Brannen

Deloris built a beautiful life alongside her husband Laurie Floyd Dicks and worked tirelessly to support their shared dreams. She embraced her role as...

Charles (Charlie) Kenneth Roberts

Charles (Charlie) Kenneth Roberts

Jan 21, 2024

Charles "Charlie" Kenneth Roberts, Sr., age 76 of Brooker went home to be with his Lord and Savior, January 21, 2024, with his wife and two sons by his side at Haven Hospice in Lake City. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Priscilla, sons Brant (Siarra) Johnson of Brooker and Clay (Jodi) Roberts of Nashville. He...

Mark C. Davis

Mark C. Davis

Jan 20, 2024

Mark C. Davis, age 56, passed away on January 20, 2024, surrounded by his family after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on June 17, 1967, in Buckhannon, West Virginia to Helen Lousie Lewis. In 1974, his family moved to Starke, Florida and it has been home ever since. Mark graduated from Bradford County High School and went...

William “Bill” Bright

William “Bill” Bright

Jan 17, 2024

William “Bill” Bright, passed away in hospice on his 86th birthday in Lake City, Florida. Born on January 17, 1938, in Sevierville, Tennessee, Bill led a remarkable life filled with love and laughter.

Bill dedicated 27 years to serving his country in the Navy, he retired as Master Chief with honor and grace. Upon retiring from the Navy, Bill embarked on...

Diane Marie Odom

Diane Marie Odom

Jan 16, 2024

Diane Marie Odom passed away at the age of 71 on January 16, 2024, at Shands Jacksonville after a sudden illness. She was born December 14, 1952, in Perry, FL to the late David and Marie Polhill. Diane made her career in customer service, working for the Olustee Store and Cox BBQ. Her warm demeanor and friendly nature made her...

Marlowe Leroy Smith

Marlowe Leroy Smith

Jan 15, 2024

Mr. Marlowe Leroy Smith, age 88, of Alachua, FL, passed away on January 15, 2024, at the VA Hospital in Gainesville. Marlowe was born on November 22, 1935 (1934 according to his Army documents) in Lincolnton, NC. At the age of 15, after earning money from delivering newspapers, he hopped on a bus and headed to Florida. He was able...

Gloria Nell Holmes

Gloria Nell Holmes

Jan 14, 2024

Gloria Nell Howard Holmes passed away quietly at home after an extended battle with pulmonary fibrosis on January 14, 2024. She was a beloved mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, and friend.

Gloria is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Captain James David Holmes USMC; her sister, Ila (Skip) Woodington; sister-in-law, Fran Douglas Howard; and her...

Catherine Ann Taylor

Catherine Ann Taylor

Jan 12, 2024

Catherine Ann Taylor, age 64, of Lake Butler, passed away on January 12, 2024, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville. She was born on October 16, 1959, in Mobile, AL. After growing up and spending a large part of her life in Alabama, Cathy moved to Florida to be close to family. She worked a few different...

Sibyl Maxine Bell

Sibyl Maxine Bell

Jan 11, 2024

Sibyl Maxine Bell passed away at the age of 75 at North Florida Regional Medical Center after a sudden illness on January 11, 2024. Born on July 13, 1948, in Hamilton County, FL, Sibyl had genuine love for the outdoors. She found solace and joy in tending to her gardens, nurturing each flower with care and dedication. Her yard was...

Misty Dawn Lilly

Misty Dawn Lilly

Jan 7, 2024

Misty Dawn Lilly, a beloved woman with a heart of gold, has left an indelible mark on the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her. With a giving personality and a remarkable ability to find the good in everyone and everything, Misty brought her warmth and unconditional love to every encounter.  Born on October 19, 1976, in Camp...

Jeffrey Dean Wainwright

Jeffrey Dean Wainwright

Jan 5, 2024

Jeffrey Dean Wainwright was born in Starke, FL on November 18, 1961, passed away peacefully at his home in Lake Butler, FL, on January 5, 2024. He was a loving father, a giving friend, and true leader. Jeffrey dedicated his life to serving others, both in his professional career and personal life.

Jeffrey's career spanned nearly three decades with the...

Tommy Cox

Tommy Cox

Jan 4, 2024

Tommy Ezra Cox, age 84, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, surrounded by his family. Tommy was born on October 11, 1939, in Steinman, Virginia, to the late Cassie Cox Pressley and Guy Cox. Tommy resided in Brooker, Florida and was a member of the Brooker Baptist Church. He graduated high school in 1958 in Castlewood, Virginia and attended...

Jeanette Ryals Hendricks

Jeanette Ryals Hendricks

Jan 1, 2024

Jeanette Hendricks, age 93, of Lake Butler, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 at Windsor Manor in Starke, Florida. Jeanette grew up in High Springs, Florida, the baby girl of Raymond and Ethel Ryals. She played basketball for the High Springs “Sandspurs” and graduated from High Springs High School in 1949. In the spring of 1951, on a...

Joan Waters McDonald

Joan Waters McDonald

Dec 31, 2023

Joan Waters McDonald, age 80, passed away on December 31, 2023, at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. She was born on June 9, 1943, in her beloved hometown of Lake Butler, FL, to the late Lonnie "L.V." and Georgia Martin Waters. She devoted many years of service to the Bradford County Sheriff's Department as a dispatcher, playinng a crucial...

William Dennis Sewell, Jr.

William Dennis Sewell, Jr.

Dec 30, 2023

William Dennis Sewell, Jr., age 80, passed away on December 30, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness. William was born on September 2, 1943, to the late William D., Sr. and Ruth Leigh Surratt Sewell in Savannah, GA. He had a long and successful career as a sales associate and paint mixer for...

Brandon Joel Fulwood

Brandon Joel Fulwood

Dec 28, 2023

Brandon Joel Fulwood, born on October 27, 1988, in Gainesville, FL, was a man who left an indelible mark on the lives he touched. Tragically, Brandon's life was cut short on December 28, 2023, in Bowling Green, FL. Brandon was a man of honor and service. After graduating from the Paris Island Military Base in 2008, he served his country...

Dewey Addison, Sr.

Dewey Addison, Sr.

Dec 28, 2023

Dewey Gilford Addison, Sr. age 86, known for his skills as handyman and for selling his famous peanuts, passed away on December 28, 2023, at his home in Lake Butler, FL.Dewey was born on May 8, 1937, in Raiford, FL, to the late Lee and Erma Johns Addison. In his youth, Dewey dedicated four years to serving his country with...

Jill Clark

Jill Clark

Dec 23, 2023

Jill Clark, age 61, passed away on December 23, 2023, at the North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, FL following a brief illness. Born May 26, 1962, Miami, FL, Jill was the daughter of Robert and Becky Barrett. Jill moved to Starke, FL, 8 years ago when she married Clayton Otto Clark, Sr.  Together, they created a nurturing and...

Jeffrey Allen Thornton

Jeffrey Allen Thornton

Dec 14, 2023

Jeffrey Allen Thornton, age 41, of Lake Butler passed away on December 14, 2023. Born on March 6, 1982, in Gainesville, FL, Jeffrey was a loving husband, son, father, and friend who will be deeply missed by all those whose lives he touched.Known for his warm and inviting personality, Jeffrey never met a stranger. His kind-heartedness and genuine nature made...

Vera Joyce Chapman

Vera Joyce Chapman

Dec 14, 2023

Vera Joyce Clyatt Chapman, of La Crosse, FL, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023. She was 90.

Anyone who knew Joyce well knew they had a friend for life. Her cheerful demeanor was a reflection of her love and devotion to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and she was quick to welcome friends and strangers alike, making everyone...

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