Obituaries
Yvonne Martin
Jan 30, 2026
Yvonne Martin, age 91, passed away surrounded by family on January 29, 2026, in Trenton, Florida. She was born on December 1, 1934, in Bell, Florida, to her parents, Bob and Beulah Cannon.
Yvonne was a woman who could be described as loving, strong-willed, and always put together. She loved looking her best. So much so that even when she went...
Mildred Hurst
Jan 20, 2026
Mildred Marie Hurst, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Chiefland, Florida. She was born on August 14, 1936, in Trenton, Florida, to the late Lester Pope and Gussie Harris.
Mildred was a selfless and devoted woman whose life was marked by service to others. For many years, she worked as a caregiver, tending to the elderly. She...
Hildreth Johnson
Jan 18, 2026
Hildreth Leona Johnson peacefully passed away on January 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, always her favorite place to be. After an eight-year battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia she entered her eternal home on Sunday where she now rejoices in the presence of her Lord and Savior. A faithful Christian woman, and longtime member of Chiefland Church of Christ,...
Patricia Fuller
Jan 16, 2026
Patricia Alberta “Bert” Linton Fuller, age 84, of Bell, Florida, went to be with Jesus on January 16, 2026, at Haven Hospice in Gainesville, Florida. She was born on December 16, 1941, in Plant City, Florida, to J.C. and Katherine Linton.
Bert was a beloved sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was of the Baptist faith and a 1959 graduate...
Donald Wallace
Jan 15, 2026
Donald Earl Wallace, 83, of Fort White, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on January 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on April 22, 1942, in Atlanta, Georgia, Donald was the son of John Wallace and Mary “Kathleen” Wallace. He was raised with strong values of faith, hard work, and compassion that guided him throughout...
Colleen Judah
Jan 15, 2026
Colleen Cooper Judah, a beloved wife, mother, and cherished “MaMa,” passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 15, 2026 at her home in Chiefland, Florida. She was 93 years old.
Colleen was born on December 28, 1932, in Bell, Florida, to Charlie and Susan Cooper. She was the youngest of eight children and was raised with strong values of...
Patricia Denton
Jan 14, 2026
Patricia Ann Denton, 81, of Bell, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on January 14, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born on January 9, 1945, in Kinston, North Carolina, Pat was the second youngest child and only daughter of Henry and Verna Massey. She married her husband Frank on August 10, 1962, and welcomed her daughter Amanda in May of 1964.
Throughout...
Cecil Robinson
Jan 9, 2026
Cecil Wayne Robinson August 13, 1937 – January 9, 2026 Cecil Wayne Robinson, age 88, of Gilchrist County, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. He was born on August 13, 1937, in Prescott, Arkansas, and lived a life defined by service, kindness, and devotion to others.
Cecil was known to all who met him as a...
Makayla Knowles
Jan 8, 2026
Makayla Knowles, age 22, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and granddaughter, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. Makayla was born on April 26, 2003, to parents, Joshua Phillips and Nancy Herndon.
Makayla was bold, outgoing, passionate, and deeply kind. Her smile had a way of lighting up any room, and her presence was unmistakable. You always...
John Webster
Jan 5, 2026
John Patrick Webster, 77, passed away on January 5, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. He was born on February 19, 1948, in Buffalo, New York, to Hercules and Elizabeth Webster.
John dedicated many years of his life to public service, serving as a police officer with both Broward County and Gilchrist County. He was deeply passionate about law enforcement and held great...
Ray Deen
Jan 2, 2026
Ray Carroll Deen Jr. went to be with God on January 2, 2026. He was born on October 1, 1962 to Barbara and Ray Carroll Deen (“Bo”.) He was raised in Trenton, Fl. and attended Trenton schools.
He graduated from Trenton High in 1981, having been very active in FFA and football. He attended Western Carolina University in Cullowhee NC. Ray...
Georgia Sanchez
Jan 2, 2026
Georgia Sanchez, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Trenton, Florida on January 2, 2026. She was born February 22, 1936, in Chiefland, Florida, to the late Charlie and Lora Howard.
Georgia was a devoted member of Union Baptist Church for over 40 years, where her faith and presence were a steady part of the community. She was known...
Joe Siler
Dec 28, 2025
Joe Larry Siler, 77, of Ridgeville, South Carolina, entered his eternal rest after a life defined by faith, family, and service on December 28, 2025. Born February 5, 1948, in Belle Glade, Florida, Joe was the son of Wymer Siler, Jr. and Valentine Davis.
For 52 years, Joe shared a devoted marriage with his beloved wife, Jennie Faye (Cross). Together they...
Kermit Hilliard
Dec 26, 2025
Kermit Theodore Hilliard, 82, of Bell, Florida, passed away on December 26, 2025. He was born on June 13, 1943, in Bell, Florida to his parents, Theodore and Gladys Hilliard.
Kermit proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for ten years, where he rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his service in the Vietnam War, he...
Freeman Hoyt Roberts
Dec 24, 2025
Freeman Hoyt Roberts, known to family and friends as Hoyt, was born on July 25, 1934, in Plant City, Florida, and passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025.
Hoyt was the son of Adral and Mary Roberts, who raised him on a farm in Plant City. Growing up with strong values of hard work and service, Hoyt carried those principles throughout...
Leo Flynn
Dec 18, 2025
Leo Flynn, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, in Chiefland, Florida. Born on July 18, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan, Leo lived a life filled with devotion, laughter, and an unyielding commitment to serving others.
After high school, Leo immediately answered the call to serve his country, joining the U.S. Navy where he dedicated...
Jeannie Mae Joiner
Dec 17, 2025
Jeannie Mae Joiner, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025, in Gainesville, Florida, at the age of 59. Jeannie was born on January 10, 1966, in Luverne, Alabama.
Jeannie devoted her life to caring for others. As a mother and grandmother, she poured her heart into her family, offering unconditional love and patience. Her gentle...
Joseph Russo
Dec 16, 2025
Joseph Russo, age 72, of High Springs, FL, a devoted son, brother, husband, father, and Papa, passed away on December 16, 2025. He was a great man with a kind soul and a heart of gold, loved deeply by all who knew him.
Joseph was born on May 13, 1953, at Westchester Hospital in the Bronx, New York, to Salvatore Russo...
Greg Pfannschmidt
Dec 11, 2025
Gregory “Greg” Pfannschmidt, 54, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025, in Chiefland, Florida. Greg was born on December 27, 1970, in Amityville, New York.
Described as quiet and laid back, Greg still loved to socialize. He had a warm, easy presence that made people feel welcome. Greg was the type of person who would give the shirt off his...
Margaret Peppers
Dec 4, 2025
Margaret “Sue” Ridenour-Peppers age 83 passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025.
Sue was a woman who cherished the simple joys of life. She loved shopping, reading, and gardening. Hobbies that brought her peace, happiness, and a sense of creativity throughout the years. These passions carried her through life’s seasons and were a reflection of her warm and nurturing spirit.
Sue was...
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