Obituaries
Sandra Talmadge
Nov 16, 2023
Ms. Sandra Evelyn Talmadge, age 77, of Trenton, FL, passed away on November 16, 2023, at North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville. She was born on June 29, 1946, in Franklin, NJ. She grew up in New Jersey and moved to Florida about 50 years ago. Sandra was a Godly woman who loved spending time with her family and close...
Pablo Enrique Viamonte Clark
Nov 10, 2023
Pablo Enrique Viamonte Clark passed away November 10, 2023. He was born January 26,1958 in Guanabacoa, Havana Cuba. Pablo resided in New York from 1980 until the day he passed. Pablo was an incredible man who gave his all to his family and he will be greatly missed by many. Pablo is survived by his family Maria Regla Ramos,...
David Guy Jr.
Nov 8, 2023
David Alexander Guy, Jr, age 43, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 8, 2023. He was born on July 2, 1980, in Miami, FL. David moved to the Tri-County area in 1993 after Hurricane Andrew hit south Florida. He graduated from Sante Fe High School in 1999 and furthered his education and Sante Fe College with their electrician...
Roslyn Padot
Nov 6, 2023
A life may last just for a moment, but memory can make that moment last forever. Roslyn Maxine Padot was born September 8, 2023, to Mackenzie Padot. On November 6, 2023, the Lord called her home. She was a beautiful baby who at only 2 months old, made her voice known. She was also incredibly strong, and had a...
Cheri Ann Frazier
Oct 25, 2023
Cheri Ann Frazier, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 25, 2023. Born on July 5, 1990, in Columbus, Ohio, she brought joy and laughter to the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Cheri's passing leaves a void that will be deeply felt by her family and friends.
Her personality was...
Andrew Decker
Oct 11, 2023
Andrew Decker, an entrepreneur and beloved family man, passed away on October 11, 2023, in Gilchrist County, Florida. Born on March 2, 1981, in Bowling Green, Ohio.Andrew's journey as an entrepreneur began when he founded a driving school from scratch. With his unwavering determination, he transformed it into a thriving enterprise. Education played a significant role in Andrew's life. He...
Monnye Theresa Shelby Brown
Sep 27, 2023
Monnye Theresa Shelby Brown went to her eternal home with Jesus on September 27, 2023, at the young age of 93. She was right where she loved to be-with her family, at home.
She was born on January 3, 1930, in Dukesville, N.C., to Gladys and Ernie Shelby. She was the oldest of three and was preceded in...
William "Billy" Rogers
Sep 21, 2023
Billy began his life on this earth August 26, 1945, at Alachua General Hospital in Gainesville, FL. He was the middle son of Austin and Laura Rogers. Billy had two brothers Lionel and Dale (deceased). Billy was the middle child of the three. Those who have experienced a like position in the family tree know how that can affect your...
Alice Blalock Gilbert
Sep 18, 2023
Ms. Alice Blalock Gilbert, age 94, of Bell, FL, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 18, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Memphis, TN, on January 15, 1929, to Robert Coley and Ruth Newman Coley. She graduated from Memphis State College where she was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. She taught school in Pinellas...
Lucie Deen DeChant
Sep 14, 2023
Lucie Deen DeChant, 88, passed away peacefully Friday, September 15, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Lucie was born on February 12, 1935, to Lee and Lossie Deen of Trenton, Florida. After graduating from Trenton High School, Lucie married Hope “Bud”, Colson. Together, Bud and Lucie raised 3 boys, Buddy, Lee and Bobby. After moving to Palatka,...
Douglas Burton Hart Sr.
Aug 30, 2023
Douglas Burton Hart Sr., 74, passed away in Hospice care on August 30, 2023 in Chiefland, FL.
Douglas joined the United States Marine Corps at the age of seventeen and served honorably in the Vietnam War. He received several medals awarded to those who carried out feats of valor and extraordinary heroism including the Cross of Gallantry and three Purple...
Gail Langford Thomas
Aug 1, 2023
Gail Langford Thomas, age 80 of High Springs, FL, passed away on August 1, 2023.
Mrs. Thomas was born April 8th, 1943, in High Springs to the late Albert and Edna Langford.
She retired from G.E. in 1990 after approximately 15 years of service. Mrs. Thomas was a member of Mt. Horeb Baptist church of High Springs. She enjoyed...
Kristy Faison
Jul 28, 2023
Kristy Faison was born on May 30,1974 in Gainesville, FL and passed away July 28, 2023 in Fort Stockton, TX. She was 49 years young when she went home to be with the Lord. Kristy was a lifetime resident of Gilchrist County although she spent a few years in Kentucky as well.
Kristy was an adventurous free spirit that...
Nancy Ann Williams
Jul 26, 2023
Nancy Ann Williams passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023 at Ayers Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born on August 24, 1943, in Chiefland, FL to the late Richard and Ruth Forehand. Nancy's journey through life was filled with joy, compassion, and a deep devotion to her family, friends and her Lord.
Nancy was a dedicated member...
Mildred La Rosa
Jul 20, 2023
Mildred La Rosa, 75, of Gainesville, FL, passed away on July 20, 2023. She was born on August 30, 1947 in Managua, Nicaragua. Her family migrated to New York where she grew up and called that wonderful city home. She met and married the father of her children and had the unique opportunity to live in Venezuela. Mildred was...
Carl "Pete" Randolph
Jul 15, 2023
Carl “Pete” Randolph, age 92, passed away peacefully July 15, 2023, at his home. Pete was born on July 16, 1930, in Claritin Pennsylvania to the late James and Sarah Randolph.
Pete lived life as a man who desired to do the will of God. He loved everyone he met and truly never met a stranger. He was a great...
Lawson James Certain
Jul 12, 2023
Lawson James Certain “Bubba” joined the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, July 12th, 2023 at Shands UF in Gainesville, FL. Born November 26, 2011 to Kenneth James Certain Jr. and Nicole Rain. “Bubba” a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cousin. Throughout his years on this earth, Lawson has touched the lives of everyone around him, he was a...
Wilbur Whitley Jr.
Jul 9, 2023
Wilbur Whitley Jr., age 84, passed away July 9, 2023 at E.T. York Hospice Care Center in Gainesville, FL. Wilbur was born in Tampa, FL to Wilbur Whitley Sr. and Lula Locke Whitley on June 23, 1939. He was raised in Tampa, FL until the age of 17 when he joined the Air Force on March 24, 1958. He retired...
Delores "Dee" Mae Guthrie
Jul 7, 2023
Delores “Dee” Mae Guthrie, age 78, of Trenton, FL, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 24, 1944, in Freeland Michigan to the late Edward and Geneva Hudson.
Delores loved being surrounded by her family, spending time with her grandchildren, cracking jokes, watching animal planet, and all her fur babies....
James "Jim" Riley Pridgeon Jr.
Jun 28, 2023
James “Jim” Riley Pridgeon Jr., age 55, passed away June 28, 2023 at North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville, FL. Jim was born in Perry, FL to James Pridgeon Sr. and Martha Sue Sheffield on May 1, 1968. He was raised in Steinhatchee, FL. where he started work at the age of 16 as the captain of a shrimp...