Mr. Michael Houston "Mike" Chitty age 66, of Starke passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Bradford Terrace Nursing Home. Mr. Chitty was born on August 20, 1947 in Starke to the late James Lavaughn and Ivalene (Copeland) Chitty and moved back to Starke in 1998 from Panama City. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church and worked as a missionary ministering to the elderly and handicapped through a tape ministry. Mike is survived by his wife of 35 years Mercedes "Sadie" (Hoffman) Chitty of Starke and several cousins and many friends. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 3:00 PM in the DEWITT C. JONES CHAPEL of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Worten officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME 904-964-6200. On-line condolences may be left at www.jonesgallagherfh.com. hide