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Donald Weddle, Jr. Sanderson
Donald Lee “Big Don” Weddle, Jr., age 48 of Sanderson passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Dayton, Ohio. He was born in Dayton on July 21, 1974 to the late Donald and Ardalue (Adkins) Weddle, Sr.
Don would spend the last thirty years in Baker County, making friends and memories. He was an avid motorcycle rider and was proud member of Locals MC: Macclenny Chapter. He loved his family and friends and had an unbreakable bond with his nieces and nephews. Don was a man of strong...
Donald Lee “Big Don” Weddle, Jr., age 48 of Sanderson passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Dayton, Ohio. He was born in Dayton on July 21, 1974 to the late Donald and Ardalue...
Ruby Porter Spring Creek
Ruby Jean Porter of Spring Creek passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was 84 years old. Ruby was born in Manchester, Kentucky on September 8, 1938 to the late Mr. Dave and Lucy (Mayfield) Hyde. She was eventually settle in Wakulla County, where she would live for over fifty years. Ruby would work in administration for several years at Lively Technical College in Tallahassee.
In her spare time, she enjoyed cross-stitch and knitting, as well as...
Ruby Jean Porter of Spring Creek passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 at her home with her loving family by her side. She was 84 years old. Ruby was born in Manchester, Kentucky on September 8, 1938...
Jefferson Watkins Lake City
Jefferson Eugene “Jeff” Watkins, age 59 of Lake City passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. He was born in Titusville, Pennsylvania on September 7, 1963 to the late James and Linda (Hatcher) Watkins.
Jeff was a skilled cabinet maker and enjoyed working with his hands. He was a longtime resident of Lake City.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister: Margaret Schreffler.
He is survived by his siblings: Rachel (Richard)...
Jefferson Eugene “Jeff” Watkins, age 59 of Lake City passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. He was born in Titusville, Pennsylvania on September...
Leisa Townsend Glen St. Mary
Leisa Leanne Townsend of Glen St. Mary passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023 after an extended illness at the age of 57. Born in Jacksonville, Leisa was the daughter of James “Dugan” and Margylee (Rodgers) Townsend and was a lifelong resident of Baker County. She would graduate from Baker County High School and would work multiple jobs over the years in agriculture.
Ms. Townsend lived a private life with family and close friends but did enjoy trips to the river and attending...
Leisa Leanne Townsend of Glen St. Mary passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023 after an extended illness at the age of 57. Born in Jacksonville, Leisa was the daughter of James “Dugan” and...
Vicky Tobell Crawfordville
Vicky Strickland Tobell, of Crawfordville passed away Friday, April 28, 2023 at Margaret Z. Dozier Hospice House in Tallahassee after an extended illness at the age of 64. She was born in Bainbridge, Georgia to the late Billy Strickland and Anne (Smith) Strickland. She would work for many years with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles until her retirement.
In her time away from work, Vicky loved traveling, seeing the country, and outings for dinner with family,...
Vicky Strickland Tobell, of Crawfordville passed away Friday, April 28, 2023 at Margaret Z. Dozier Hospice House in Tallahassee after an extended illness at the age of 64. She was born in...
Davidlee Stansbury Macclenny
Mr. Davidlee Shawn Stansbury, age 47 of Macclenny passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Shawn was born in Jacksonville on August 4, 1975, and was raised by his loving grandmother, Mary Ruth. Shawn was known around Baker County for his work in the furniture business, doing repairs and deliveries. He was currently working for Gibson McDonald.
Shawn was a hardworking man and was always willing to help others. He enjoyed cooking in his spare time. He...
Mr. Davidlee Shawn Stansbury, age 47 of Macclenny passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Shawn was born in Jacksonville on August 4, 1975, and was...
Walter Nelson Bryceville
Walter Marvin “Walt” Nelson, age 30 of Bryceville passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 13, 2023.
Walt was born in Hollywood, Florida on November 11, 1992 to Mr. Erik and Lynn (Clement) Nelson. He would spend the majority of his life in South Florida before migrating to Bryceville about two years ago.
Walt loved the outdoors, especially mudding in his side-by-side, shooting guns, and fishing. Walt was the life of the party and enjoyed dancing as well.
He...
Walter Marvin “Walt” Nelson, age 30 of Bryceville passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 13, 2023.
Walt was born in Hollywood, Florida on November 11, 1992 to Mr. Erik and...
Theron Helms Macclenny
Theron Helms of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay Hospital at the age of 92.
Theron was born in Hazlehurst, Georgia, the son of the late John and Mattie (Harrell) Helms on February 21, 1931. He spent his youth on the farm. He would eventually settle in Baker County in the 70’s and was the longtime owner of the Twin Bridges Store on the state line. Mr. Helms true passion was antique cars. Over the years he was the owner of dozens of...
Theron Helms of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay Hospital at the age of 92.
Theron was born in Hazlehurst, Georgia, the son of the late John...
Kris Tolliver Haines Macclenny
Kris R. “Krissy” Tolliver Haines, age 57 of Macclenny passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Krissy was born in Lake City to the late Edward “Buddy” Tolliver and Roxie “Jenny” (Nipper) Tolliver on October 11, 1965.
Krissy would work for Ray’s Nursery for a number of years. In her spare time, she enjoyed country music, talking with friends on Facebook and watching YouTube videos. She will be remembered for her loving,...
Kris R. “Krissy” Tolliver Haines, age 57 of Macclenny passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Krissy was born in Lake City to the late Edward...
Samuel Lindsey Glen St. Mary
Samuel Heron Lindsey, age 77 of Glen St. Mary passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023 at his residence. Born in Coleman, Alabama, Sam was the son of Johnny Lindsey and JC and Hattie (Sinyard) Harvey. He was born December 5, 1945.
Sam was widely known as a hard working man, working as a boilermaker for over forty years and was a member of Local 199. Before that, he was a part of the Ironworkers Union 597.
Mr. Sam was also a talented musician and loved playing bluegrass music. He...
Samuel Heron Lindsey, age 77 of Glen St. Mary passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023 at his residence. Born in Coleman, Alabama, Sam was the son of Johnny Lindsey and JC and Hattie (Sinyard) Harvey....
Edward Wirick, Jr. Macclenny
Ret. SPCO Edward Clyde “Ted” Wirick, Jr. of Macclenny passed away Friday, March 31, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital at the age of 81. He was born on January 25, 1942 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Edward and Sara (Wilson) Wirick, Sr.
Mr. Wirick was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and retired as Senior Chief Petty Officer.
In his free time, Ted was involved in the local Baker County Ham Radio Club. He earned his technician license at...
Ret. SPCO Edward Clyde “Ted” Wirick, Jr. of Macclenny passed away Friday, March 31, 2023 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital at the age of 81. He was born on January...
Joshua Swann Macclenny
Joshua Aaron Swann passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2023 at the age of 33. Joshua was born in Jacksonville on March 30, 1989 to the late Mr. Arthur W. and Kapriece (Bethune) Swann. He would spend most of his life in the First Coast area, living the last few years in Macclenny.
Joshua was a tower climber, working in telecommunications for several years. In his spare time, Joshua was a talented drawer and enjoyed tattooing. He loved his family and friends and will be dearly missed by...
Joshua Aaron Swann passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2023 at the age of 33. Joshua was born in Jacksonville on March 30, 1989 to the late Mr. Arthur W. and Kapriece (Bethune) Swann. He would...
David Hunter, Jr. Glen St. Mary
David Gene Hunter, Jr. of Glen St. Mary passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at his home at the age of 56. He was born in Jacksonville to the late Mr. David Hunter, Sr. and Mrs. Lana (Wilcox) Hunter.
David would work for a number of years in road construction. In his time away from his job, David enjoying riding his motorcycle and fishing. He loved to spend time with family and friends, especially his grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his wife: Alice...
David Gene Hunter, Jr. of Glen St. Mary passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at his home at the age of 56. He was born in Jacksonville to the late Mr. David Hunter, Sr. and Mrs. Lana (Wilcox)...
Winston Byrd Glen St. Mary
Winston Schell Byrd, age 81 of Glen St. Mary passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. A lifelong resident of Baker County, he was born on January 9, 1942 to the late Travis and Elvie (Anderson) Byrd.
Winston or “Schell”, worked for over forty years as a truck driver, dedicating time to Southern States Nursery, as well as Baker County Road Department. Schell was proud to serve his hometown of Glen St. Mary as the mayor for one term. He was a member of...
Winston Schell Byrd, age 81 of Glen St. Mary passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. A lifelong resident of Baker County, he was born on January 9, 1942 to the late...
Mary Murray Jacksonville
Mary Katherine “Kathy” Murray of Jacksonville, passed away at the Alice and T. O’Neal Douglas Center for Caring in Jacksonville on Saturday, March 11, 2023 surrounded by her family at the age of 69. She was raised in Jacksonville, born on July 26, 1953 to the late Mr. Francis and Louise (Scott) Murray. She would attend Bishop Kenney High School.
Kathy enjoyed spending time with her family and trips to the beach. She loved reading her bible and listening to gospel...
Mary Katherine “Kathy” Murray of Jacksonville, passed away at the Alice and T. O’Neal Douglas Center for Caring in Jacksonville on Saturday, March 11, 2023 surrounded by her...
Breyer Lawrence Jacksonville
Baby Boy Breyer Grayson Lawrence, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Baptist Medical Center Downtown Campus. He was born to loving parents Kaden and Aleah Lawrence.
Breyer was very loved and will continue to be remembered and cherished by his family.
He is survived by his parents: Kaden and Aleah Lawrence of Jacksonville; paternal grandparents: Stacy Pollman and Jeff Pollman of Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan; maternal grandfathers: Richard Harris, Jr. and Austin...
Baby Boy Breyer Grayson Lawrence, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Baptist Medical Center Downtown Campus. He was born to loving parents Kaden and Aleah Lawrence.
Breyer was...
Lillian Kirkland Glen St. Mary
Lillian Davis Kirkland, a Sanderson native, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at W. Frank Wells Nursing Center at the age of 93. Lillian was born on September 2, 1929 to the late Mr. Ervin and Eva (Dorman) Davis.
Miss Lillian would be best described as a hard-working woman. She was the owner of the Fraser Food Store for over thirty years, as well as the Fast Way Food Store in Olustee. Her children said if you were around her for very long, “you were going to work hard too!”....
Lillian Davis Kirkland, a Sanderson native, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at W. Frank Wells Nursing Center at the age of 93. Lillian was born on September 2, 1929 to the late Mr. Ervin and...
Candy Eagle Maryland Heights
Candy K. Eagle of Maryland Heights, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 at her residence, at the age of 73. Candy was born in Miami on April 19, 1949 to the late William “Bill” and Mary (Hall) Eagle. She was the owner of a home health care service in the St. Louis area.
Candy was very involved in her church and was an active member of the choir. She enjoyed river rafting and walks on the beach. Candy was known to help anyone in need.
She is preceded in death by her...
Candy K. Eagle of Maryland Heights, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 at her residence, at the age of 73. Candy was born in Miami on April 19, 1949 to the late William...
Gary Thomsen, Sr. Old Town
Gary Lynn Thomsen, Sr., age 71 of Old Town, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Haven Tri-Counties Hospice Center after an extended illness. Gary was born in Aitkin, Minnesota on December 29, 1951, to the late Mr. Donald and Marjorie (Fettic) Thomsen, one of eleven children.
Gary would proudly serve his country in the United States Navy and later received his Associates degree. He worked for many years as a subcontractor in the construction industry. In his later years, Gary loved...
Gary Lynn Thomsen, Sr., age 71 of Old Town, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at Haven Tri-Counties Hospice Center after an extended illness. Gary was born in Aitkin, Minnesota on December...
Leo Taylor Glen St. Mary
Leo Harold Taylor, age 80 of Glen St. Mary, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at his home with his family at his side. Leo was born in Taylor on May 23, 1942 to the late Mr. Warren and Roxanne (Dinkins) Taylor, Sr.
He would proudly serve his country, dedicating twenty-two years of his life to the United States Air Force. He would go on to own and operate a car lot in Jacksonville with two of his brothers. Finally, Leo would retire from the United States Postal Service. In his free time,...
Leo Harold Taylor, age 80 of Glen St. Mary, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at his home with his family at his side. Leo was born in Taylor on May 23, 1942 to the late Mr. Warren and Roxanne...
Jonathan MacDonald Ocala
Jonathan Gabriel MacDonald, age 41 of Ocala, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 30, 2023. Jonathan was born in West Monroe, Louisiana on April 5, 1981 to the late Mr. Michael and Mrs. Margaret (Cozatt) MacDonald.
Jonathan was known for his friendly and joking personality. He enjoyed being around family and friends. He worked for several years in the construction industry.
He was preceded in death by his father and a daughter: Jade.
He is survived by his son: Justin; mother: Margaret...
Jonathan Gabriel MacDonald, age 41 of Ocala, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 30, 2023. Jonathan was born in West Monroe, Louisiana on April 5, 1981 to the late Mr. Michael and Mrs....
Carlin Mobley Glen St. Mary
Mr. Carlin Eugene “Buddy” Mobley, age 64 of Glen St. Mary passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Orange Park Hospital. He was born in Macclenny on June 20, 1958 to the late Carley and Betty (Norman) Mobley. Buddy would work as a plumber for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed the outdoors, watching NASCAR races, and spending time with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, numerous aunts and uncles, and a grandson: Owen Altman.
He is...
Mr. Carlin Eugene “Buddy” Mobley, age 64 of Glen St. Mary passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Orange Park Hospital. He was born in Macclenny on June 20, 1958 to the late Carley...
Winston Ray, Jr. Jacksonville
Winston Churchwell Ray, Jr. age 74 of Jacksonville passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at his niece’s home surrounded by family. He was born September 11, 1948 in Nashville, Georgia to the late Mr. Winston and Marjorie (Yirka) Ray, Sr. He worked for many years as a route driver. In his free time, Winston enjoyed watching sports and was an avid NASCAR and Jaguars fan. He also enjoyed playing cards.
He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings: Darrell Ray, Frances Bracey, and...
Winston Churchwell Ray, Jr. age 74 of Jacksonville passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at his niece’s home surrounded by family. He was born September 11, 1948 in Nashville, Georgia to the...
Larry Lord Macclenny
Larry Jefferson Lord, age 68 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his residence. He was a Jacksonville native, born on February 3, 1954 to the late Mr. Tomage and Rosa (Scruggs) Lord. He grew up on the southside of Jacksonville and was active in youth sports. He would go on to attend Troy University and would walk on with the football team.
After school, Larry would move onto a career in sales, most recently in mobile homes. Folks who knew him would call Larry “a...
Larry Jefferson Lord, age 68 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at his residence. He was a Jacksonville native, born on February 3, 1954 to the late Mr. Tomage and Rosa (Scruggs)...
Clifton Barton, Sr. Macclenny
Mr. Clifton Barton, Sr., age 77 of Macclenny passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A true Baker Countian, Cliff was born on October 30, 1945 to the late Mr. Ressie and Agnes (Griffis) Barton. He would work as an asbestos worker and was a member of Local 13 since 1966. A well-respected businessman in Baker County, Mr. Barton owned Macclenny Seafood and was co-owner of B&B Palms, a palm tree nursery for many years. Cliff was loved by all who...
Mr. Clifton Barton, Sr., age 77 of Macclenny passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A true Baker Countian, Cliff was born on October 30, 1945 to the...
Charles Dennie, Sr. Macclenny
Charles Wesley Dennie, Sr. age 92 of Macclenny passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Macclenny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. A longtime resident of Ohio, Mr. Charles was born on November 25, 1930 to the late Wesley and Viola (Goforth) Dennie in Wilmore, Kentucky. He would work in manufacturing industry for many years, mainly as a tool and die maker. He spent his free time woodworking and enjoyed raising his cats. Charles enjoyed telling stories and spending with family and friends.
He...
Charles Wesley Dennie, Sr. age 92 of Macclenny passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Macclenny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. A longtime resident of Ohio, Mr. Charles was born on November 25,...
Daniel Thomas Glen St. Mary
Mr. Daniel Paul Thomas, age 34 of Glen St. Mary, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 7, 2022. Daniel was a lifelong resident of Baker County, born on April 26, 1988 to Mr. Daniel Keith and Cathy (McKinley) Thomas. Daniel worked in the construction industry for several years. He loved to joke around with friends and family. He enjoyed fishing and watching football. Above all, Daniel’s children were his life.
He is survived by his children: Trenity Thomas, Alaina Thomas, Bentlee...
Mr. Daniel Paul Thomas, age 34 of Glen St. Mary, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 7, 2022. Daniel was a lifelong resident of Baker County, born on April 26, 1988 to Mr. Daniel Keith and...
Mary Bowden Macclenny
Mary Edna “Cookie” Bowden, age 62 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Hospital after an extended illness. Mary was born in Jacksonville, Florida on August 15, 1960 to the late Mr. Emmett and Myrtle (Foreman) Bowden. Cookie was a loving sister and aunt. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews, as well as solving her puzzle books. She worked for several years in security.
She was preceded in death by her...
Mary Edna “Cookie” Bowden, age 62 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Hospital after an extended illness. Mary was born in...
Frederick Munson, Jr. Macclenny
Frederick William Munson, Jr.
October 23, 1952 – December 29, 2022
Devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend – Fred “Ric” Munson – peacefully left us on December 29, 2022. He was met in heaven by his sweet parents, Fred, Sr. and Inez Munson, his brother Michael, and favorite canine companion, Fritz. Fred is survived by the loving family that motivated his every move: Kim – his wife of 43 years; children...
Frederick William Munson, Jr.
October 23, 1952 – December 29, 2022
Devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend – Fred “Ric” Munson – peacefully left...
Patricia Fish Glen St. Mary
Mrs. Patricia Louise Martin Fish, age 91, of Glen St. Mary, Florida went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2022, surrounded by her family as they sang the old-time hymn “I’ve Got a Feeling that Everything is going to be alright.” She was born in Newark, Ohio on January 25, 1931, to John Frederick Martin and Martha Brownfield Martin. After moving to Florida, Patricia met her husband of 50 years, Benjamin Foy Fish. Together, they attended Taylor Church and raised...
Mrs. Patricia Louise Martin Fish, age 91, of Glen St. Mary, Florida went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2022, surrounded by her family as they sang the old-time hymn “I’ve...
Glenn Jewell, Jr. Baxter
Glenn Alton Jewell, Jr. age 76 of Baxter passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022 after an extended illness at Macclenny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was a lifelong resident of Baker County, born on December 4, 1946 in Baxter to the late Mr. Glenn and Louise (Yonn) Jewell, Sr. He worked for over fifty years as a truck driver and was very passionate about his occupation.
In his free time, Glenn liked hunting and fishing, watching the Florida Gators, and loved to enjoy an ice-cold...
Glenn Alton Jewell, Jr. age 76 of Baxter passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022 after an extended illness at Macclenny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was a lifelong resident of Baker...
Silas Nobles Macclenny
Silas Arthur Nobles, age 83 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at the Community Hospice George and Margaret Morris Center for Caring. Born on February 17, 1939 in Waldo, Arthur was raised in Baker County by the late Mr. Henry and Mamie Parkerson. He was a familiar face at the Baker County Courthouse, where he worked as a custodian for nearly twenty-five years. He was also a proud veteran of the United States Army.
In his down time, Arthur enjoyed the outdoors, especially...
Silas Arthur Nobles, age 83 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at the Community Hospice George and Margaret Morris Center for Caring. Born on February 17, 1939 in Waldo, Arthur...
Francis Cassidy, Jr. Middleburg
Francis Paul Cassidy, Jr. age 75 of Middleburg passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincents Clay County. He was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania on January 9, 1947 to the late Mr. Francis and Mrs. Louise (Straub) Cassidy.
Best known as “Paul”, Mr. Cassidy would spend over fifty years on the road as a truck driver, something he was very passionate about. He wed the love of his life, Mrs. Deborah Higginbotham on April 8, 1978 and together they spent over...
Francis Paul Cassidy, Jr. age 75 of Middleburg passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincents Clay County. He was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania on January 9, 1947 to the late...
Maxwell Cloud Blackshear
Maxwell Douglas “Max” Cloud, age 60 of Blackshear, Georgia passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville. Max was born on September 15, 1962 in Jacksonville to the late Mr. Bennett and Irma Jean (Crews) Cloud. He would reside in the Orlando area for many years and was a graduate of Evans High School. His later years included time in Saluda, North Carolina until settling in Blackshear.
Max worked in the concrete industry for several years. His free...
Maxwell Douglas “Max” Cloud, age 60 of Blackshear, Georgia passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville. Max was born on September 15, 1962 in...
John Higginbotham, III Glen St. Mary
John David “Davey” Higginbotham, III, age 45 of Glen St. Mary passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County after an extended illness. David was born on June 17, 1977 to the late Mr. J.D. Higginbotham Jr. and Ms. Donna “Kay” (Harris) Higginbotham in Jacksonville. He was a lifelong resident of Baker County and a 1995 graduate of Baker County High School.
He owned and operated David Higginbotham Inc. Heating & Air and was...
John David “Davey” Higginbotham, III, age 45 of Glen St. Mary passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County after an extended illness. David was...
Jeffrey Kennedy Macclenny
Jeffrey Lynn Kennedy, age 54 of Macclenny passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022 at his home. A lifelong resident of Baker County, Jeffrey was born to the late Mr. Grady and Margie (Bass) Kennedy on September 2, 1968, one of six children. He would play baseball and football during his youth and was a member of the Baker County Wildcat basketball team. He would work for several years as a crane operator for Whitley Steel.
Jeffrey was the epitome of a family man. He loved his kids and adored...
Jeffrey Lynn Kennedy, age 54 of Macclenny passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022 at his home. A lifelong resident of Baker County, Jeffrey was born to the late Mr. Grady and Margie (Bass) Kennedy...
Gerald Wages Macclenny
Gerald Ray Wages, age 53 of Macclenny passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at the Custead Care Center in Orange Park. He was born to the late Mr. Hubert Wages and Mrs. Verda “Fern” (Wells) Wages in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 28, 1969. Gerald was a master tradesman, working mainly as a carpenter but could build a house from the ground up.
In his spare time, Gerald enjoyed being around family, riding his motorcycle and tinkering around on cars. He was an avid Star Wars fan, and...
Gerald Ray Wages, age 53 of Macclenny passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at the Custead Care Center in Orange Park. He was born to the late Mr. Hubert Wages and Mrs. Verda “Fern”...
Derheta Reams Crawfordville
DeRheta Lee Reams, age 70 of Crawfordville, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 17, 2022 in Tallahassee surrounded by her family. Her family and friends knew her as Rita, and as someone who leaves a legacy of faith, hope and love.
Born on May 9, 1952 in Lakeland, Florida to the late Albert Theodore and Lola Mann Oaks, Rita soon moved to Tallahassee, where she would attend and graduate from Wakulla High School. Her first marriage took her back to Lakeland and gave her...
DeRheta Lee Reams, age 70 of Crawfordville, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 17, 2022 in Tallahassee surrounded by her family. Her family and friends knew her as Rita, and as...
Harry Wilkinson, Jr. Lawtey
Harry Wilkinson, Jr., age 68 of Lawtey, an avid hunter, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022 in Hamilton County enjoying his favorite pastime. He was born April 20, 1954 in Jacksonville to the late Mr. Harry Wilkinson, Sr. and Mrs. Mary (Norris) Wilkinson. Harry proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a member of the Local Carpenters Union in Jacksonville for many years.
Harry was an outdoorsman through and through, loving hunting and fishing. He enjoyed barbecuing for...
Harry Wilkinson, Jr., age 68 of Lawtey, an avid hunter, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022 in Hamilton County enjoying his favorite pastime. He was born April 20, 1954 in Jacksonville to the...
Francis King, Jr. Blackshear
Francis Dale “Buddy” King, Jr. age 58 of Blackshear passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville. Born on March 30, 1964 in Okeechobee, Buddy was the son of the late Mr. Francis and Alnita (Collins) King.
Buddy worked for many years in communications and was passionate about tower climbing until his body no longer allowed him to do so. In the last few years, he worked as a small engine mechanic for Ace Hardware in Waycross. He was also a proud...
Francis Dale “Buddy” King, Jr. age 58 of Blackshear passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville. Born on March 30, 1964 in Okeechobee, Buddy was the...
Linda Easton Macclenny
Linda Diane Easton, age 67 of Macclenny passed away Monday, September 19, 2022 at the Macclenny Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born in Jacksonville on June 13, 1955. Linda would work for many years in the service industry, both as a bartender and waitress. She was known for her fiery personality and enjoyed fishing in her spare time.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband: Roger Yarbrough
She is survived by her children: Danny Smith of Jacksonville and Mary Easton of...
Linda Diane Easton, age 67 of Macclenny passed away Monday, September 19, 2022 at the Macclenny Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born in Jacksonville on June 13, 1955. Linda would work for many...
William Raulerson, Jr. Moniac
William Cecil “Bill” Raulerson, Jr. age 72 of Moniac passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022 at his home with family at his side. A lifelong resident of Charlton County, Bill was born on June 2, 1950 to the late Mr. William and Mamie (Davis) Raulerson, Sr. Bill worked for Local Union 597 of Jacksonville as an iron worker for many years.
In his free time, Mr. Raulerson was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved watching his westerns, as well as rooting on the Atlanta Braves and...
William Cecil “Bill” Raulerson, Jr. age 72 of Moniac passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022 at his home with family at his side. A lifelong resident of Charlton County, Bill was born...
Angelina Autry Sanderson
Angelina Jesse Hodges Autry, age 65 of Sanderson passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022 at her home. She was born February 23, 1957 in Jacksonville to the late Mr. Nick and Vera (Raulerson) Carlos. She would reside in Jacksonville for most of her life and graduate from Lee High School.
In her younger years, Angelina enjoyed horseback riding and farming. She loves animals and supporting animal rights causes. She will be remembered as a chipper, upbeat woman who always kept a positive...
Angelina Jesse Hodges Autry, age 65 of Sanderson passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022 at her home. She was born February 23, 1957 in Jacksonville to the late Mr. Nick and Vera (Raulerson)...
Maria Fratus Macclenny
Maria Luz Fratus, age 77 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at home with her family by her side. Born on November 28, 1944 in Loreto, Peru to the late Joseph Fratus and Gilda Rose Sanchez Lagomarsino, Ms. Maria had resided in Macclenny for almost two years with her son. In her home country of Peru, Ms. Fratus was a successful business owner and manager for many years. After moving to America, she owned and operated a dry cleaner in Miami Beach.
In her spare time, Maria...
Maria Luz Fratus, age 77 of Macclenny passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at home with her family by her side. Born on November 28, 1944 in Loreto, Peru to the late Joseph Fratus and Gilda...
Johnny Greene Spring Creek
Johnny Lee Greene, age 81 of Spring Creek passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2022. Born in Moultrie, Georgia on September 14, 1940, Johnny was the son of sharecroppers, the late Julius and Gussie (Carnes) Greene. Johnny would dedicate many years and was a well trusted employee of Miller Brewing in Albany, Georgia. After his retirement, Johnny and his wife Ettie Ruth moved to back to her home in Wakulla County. He would detail cars and mow lawns during retirement to keep himself busy....
Johnny Lee Greene, age 81 of Spring Creek passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2022. Born in Moultrie, Georgia on September 14, 1940, Johnny was the son of sharecroppers, the late Julius and...
Cynthia Anderson Macclenny
Cynthia Lou Anderson, age 78 of Macclenny passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Baptist Medical Center South Campus. She was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on January 27, 1944 to the late Elwood and Doris (Evans) Browning. She resided in Baker County for over forty years, minus a return to Hagerstown to take care of her mother. Mrs. Cynthia worked as a beautician in Maryland and also worked for several years at the Northeast Florida State Hospital.
Cynthia enjoyed painting and drawing, as...
Cynthia Lou Anderson, age 78 of Macclenny passed away Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Baptist Medical Center South Campus. She was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on January 27, 1944 to the late Elwood...
Louis Rocco, III Panacea
Louis Andrew “Rocky” Rocco, III passed away August 23, 2022. Rocky was born on July 29, 1945, in Tallahassee, FL to L.A. Rocco, Jr., and Peggy Hartsfield Rocco.
Rocky is survived by his three daughters, Kris Rocco (April), Cathie Burk (Rod), Carrie Hurley; one son, Jay Garrett; three grandsons, Andrew Burk (fiancé Alexandra Wofford), Connor Burk, Graham Burk; one special granddaughter, Riley Hurley; brothers Mike Rocco (Terry), Ollie Rocco (Debbie); sisters Toni...
Louis Andrew “Rocky” Rocco, III passed away August 23, 2022. Rocky was born on July 29, 1945, in Tallahassee, FL to L.A. Rocco, Jr., and Peggy Hartsfield Rocco.
Rocky is...
Beth Moody Jacksonville
Beth Dupree Moody, age 65 of Jacksonville passed away Friday, August 19, 2022 at Baptist Medical Center Downtown. Beth was born on February 20, 1957 in Lakeland to the late Wallace and Dorothy (Thrift) Dupree. Beth was a member of the class of 1975 of Baker County High School and went on to study at Lake City Community College. She would spend the majority of her life in Baker County up until 2004 and relocated to Jacksonville. Beth worked for the State of Florida for...
Beth Dupree Moody, age 65 of Jacksonville passed away Friday, August 19, 2022 at Baptist Medical Center Downtown. Beth was born on February 20, 1957 in Lakeland to the late Wallace and Dorothy...
William Baker, Sr. Macclenny
William Martin Baker, Sr. age 78 of Macclenny passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Born in Newark, New Jersey on May 9, 1944, he was the son of the late Mr. Levere and Dorothy (Houser) Baker. William was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp. He was self employed for many years, owning Baker Moving Company for over thirty years. In his later years, he enjoyed Uber Driving to keep himself busy.
In his spare time, William enjoyed traveling and...
William Martin Baker, Sr. age 78 of Macclenny passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022 at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital. Born in Newark, New Jersey on May 9, 1944, he was the son of the late Mr. Levere...
Diane Harrell Sopchoppy
Diane G. Harrell, age 75 of Sopchoppy passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, August 13, 2022.
She was born on September 4, 1946 to the late Mr. William & Lois Gillespie.
Diane worked for Harrell Brothers Construction. She enjoyed horses and sewing.
She was proceeded in death by her parents: William & Lois Gillespie and grandson: Grayson David Harrell.
She leaves behind to cherish years of memories, her loving husband, Barney Harrell, Jr.; children: Ed Woods of...
Diane G. Harrell, age 75 of Sopchoppy passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, August 13, 2022.
She was born on September 4, 1946 to the late Mr. William & Lois Gillespie.
Diane worked for...
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