Obituaries
Grady Watson
Apr 29, 2024
Grady Ercelle Watson, Jr, age 71, of Melrose, FL, passed away suddenly on April 29, 2024, at his home. He was born on June 24, 1952, in Williston, FL, to Ercelle and Betty Lee (Arrington) Watson. He grew up on the family farm and developed a passion for tractors and farming. Grady was a 1970 graduate of Chiefland High School...
Jimmy Leggett
Apr 18, 2024
Jimmy Clark Leggett, 82, of Trenton, Florida, loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at Haven Hospice in Chiefland on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Jimmy was born on September 30, 1941, in Judsonia, Arkansas, to Jennings and Roxie Leggett. He married Patricia “Patty” Robbins on December 16, 1961, and they had three children, Greg, Damon, and Alicia. Jimmy...
Bridget Richardson
Apr 13, 2024
Bridget (Downey) Richardson ,89, loving wife, mother, grandmother and faithful servant of the Lord went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2024. She was born February 11, 1935 in New York City. Bridget grew up in the Irish section of New York and often performed Irish dancing at local festivals as her parents were both from Ireland. She...
Ronald Hodge
Apr 8, 2024
Ronald Edward Hodge, 76, of Bell, Florida, passed away on April 8th at his home. Ronald was a graduate of Bell High School, was employed by the Division of forestry and a deputy with the Taylor County Sheriff's Office. He retired in 1997 and returned home to Bell.Ronald was preceded in death by his parents Johnnie T Hodge and Minnie...
Rhonda Northup
Apr 7, 2024
Rhonda Watson Northup, 66, went to her heavenly home on April 7th, 2024 at HCA North Florida Hospital in Gainesville, Florida after an extended illness.
She was born on September 19, 1957 in Gainesville, Florida to Ronald and Joyce Watson. She graduated from Trenton High School in 1975 and with a degree in Executive Secretarial Science from Lake City Community College....
Trenton Morgan
Apr 7, 2024
Trenton Morgan, a man of hopes and dreams, passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2024, in Old Town, Florida. Born on February 28, 1993, in Tampa, Florida, Trenton grew up surrounded by the warmth and love of his family. His son Rashaud held a special place in his heart, and the time they spent together was filled with laughter and cherished...
Tommy Dickert
Apr 5, 2024
George Thomas "Tommy" Dickert passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024, at his home in Fanning Springs, FL, surrounded by his family. He was 81 years old. Tommy was born on August 11, 1942, in Boyd, FL, to George Talmadge Dickert and Hennie Claus Flowers. He grew up in Perry, Florida, and graduated from Taylor County High School in 1960....
Glorine Sanders
Mar 23, 2024
Mrs. Glorine Collins Sanders, age 92, of Bell, FL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 23, 2024, at the Haven Hospice in Chiefland, FL. She was born on June 13, 1931, in Hildreth, FL, to Josh and Lizzy Collins. Mrs. Glorine grew up in the Branford area and was a 1949 graduate of Branford High...
Larry Donald Roberts
Mar 22, 2024
Larry Donald Roberts, age 76, of Bell, FL, passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2024, at North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville. Larry was born on November 21, 1947, in Branford, FL, to Festus and Imogene Roberts. He was a lifelong resident of Gilchrist County and a 1965 graduate of Bell High School. Larry joined the United States Air Force...
Galen Watson
Mar 12, 2024
Galen Watson, a dedicated farmer and skilled welder, passed away on March 12, 2024 at the age of 68 in Gainesville, Florida. Galen was a lifelong resident of Levy County and a proud alumnus of Chiefland High School's class of 1973. He pursued a career that combined his love for farming and welding, showcasing his hardworking and industrious nature....
Thomas Brown
Mar 10, 2024
Thomas Brown, 67, a beloved member of the Bell community, passed away on March 10, 2024 in Gainesville, FL. Leaving a legacy that will forever be cherished. Born in 1957 to Edward and Helen Brown in Gainesville, Thomas was a proud graduate of Bell High School, class of 1975. Thomas dedicated his life to serving others as a school bus driver...
Caleb James Lord-Rexroat
Mar 8, 2024
Sometimes the smallest lives make the biggest impact. Caleb James Lord-Rexroat, 6 months, went home to be with The Lord on March 8, 2024. Born August 16, 2023 in Gainesville Florida, to parents Isaiah and Helen. Little Caleb was a fighter, and his family all agreed that he lit up a room. He loved his Mommy and Daddy, and had...
Dorothy Coile
Mar 7, 2024
Dorothy Coile, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home on March 07,2024. She was born in Miami, Florida, on April 27, 1946.
Dorothy led a rich and fulfilling life, filled with love and cherished moments. In 1965 she married the love of her life John. While John was active duty, they moved frequently. Montana, California...
Daria Nobs
Mar 5, 2024
Daria "Dee" Jeanne Nobs passed away on the 5th of March at her home after a long battle with Huntington's Disease. She was 63 years old. Born on August 18, 1960 in Tennessee to John Anthony Trotta and Dolores Marie Trotta (Murphy). She was one of six siblings Kathy Jakway, Wayne Trotta, Mary Trotta, Diane (Robert) Mills and Joanna Trotta. She...
Thomas Lopez
Feb 24, 2024
Thomas "Tommy" Lopez, passed away suddenly on February 24, 2024, in Trenton, FL. He was born in Golfito, Costa Rica, on October 30, 1974 to Franciso Lopez and Maria Clairmont. His family moved to the U.S in 1982 and settled into Gilchrist County. A graduate of Trenton High School, Tommy not only received his education there but also thrived on the...
Gerald Marvin Sheffield
Feb 23, 2024
Gerald Marvin Sheffield, born in Trenton, FL on November 15, 1937, to Marvin and Maybelle Langford. He peacefully passed away in St. Augustine, FL on February 23, 2024. Gerald's academic journey began at Trenton High School, where he graduated in 1955. He further pursued his education and obtained a bachelor's degree in San Francisco. He was a dedicated...
Thomas Russell Williams
Feb 22, 2024
Thomas Williams passed away peacefully on February 22, 2024 at his home in Bell, Fl. He was born on September 27, 1943 in Savannah, Ga.
Thomas was the patriarch and dedicated to spending time gathering with family. He loved business adventures, and never missed a good opportunity. He was knowledgeable on landscape design and created many beautiful sketches that proved his...
August Verzaro
Feb 19, 2024
August Raymond Verzaro, Jr, age 76, of Bell, FL, passed away on February 19, 2024, at his home. He was born on March 14, 1947, in Bridgeport, CT, to August Sr and Mary (Trschany) Verzaro. When Augie was a child, his family relocated to the warm climate of Ft. Lauderdale where he graduated from Stranahan High School in 1964. After...
Christine Long
Feb 18, 2024
Christine Long, 63, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on February 18, 2024, in Gainesville, Florida. She was born on February 1, 1961, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to her parents Thomas DeVoe and Roberta Davis.
Christine was a sweet and stubborn woman who brought joy and laughter to all those around her. She had a deep love for...
Jean Ann Ledvina
Feb 13, 2024
Jean Ann Johnson Ledvina, 82, died Tuesday, February 13, 2024 in Alpharetta, GA. She was born on April 27, 1941 in Fairfield, IA.
Jean attended elementary, middle and high school in Fairfield. After high school graduation she went on to earn a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Physical Education from the University of Iowa then a Master’s degree in physical education...