Feb 5, 2026

Jenny Elizabeth Alpaugh of Gainesville, Florida, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Jenny was born on May 9, 1996, in Athens, Georgia, to Enrique and Rebecca. A proud product of the Clarke County School District, she attended Timothy Road Elementary School, Clarke Middle School, and Clarke Central High School.

At Clarke Central, she thrived...

Feb 4, 2026

Mrs. Mary Hewitt age 79 of Starke passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, with her children and sister at her side after a long and difficult battle with cancer. She was born in Thomas County, Georgia to Martin and Myrtice (Reagan) Chastain. Mrs. Hewitt was not only a wife and mother, but she was also...

Feb 3, 2026

BRAGG: Debra Denise Bragg, 71, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.  She was born in Bexar, Texas and was a longtime resident of Jacksonville, Florida.

Mrs. Bragg was a dedicated nurse for 40 years and was a member of the catholic faith. She was very loved and will be missed by many. She enjoyed reading and...

Feb 2, 2026

Melani Nicole Coleman Stodola born June 9th,1981 to James and Elizabeth Coleman. She went to Lake Forest Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Eastside High School. Throughout Melani's life she worked at both Walmart and McDonald's in both Gainesville, Fl and Palatka, Fl.

Melani was a member of the Salvation Army Church in Gainesville, Fl. Melani  lived...

Feb 2, 2026

Betty Fewox Halman, age 92, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on February 2, 2026, following a brief illness. She was born on July 2, 1933, to Rev. Aubon Lesley Fewox and Merle Eula Carter. She graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in 1951 and married her sweetheart John "Leonard" Halman that same year. Betty worked in the Engineering...

Feb 2, 2026

Mrs. Barbara E. Northam, age 84 of Keystone Heights, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Haven Hospice in Palatka. She was born August 1, 1941, in New Castle, Indiana to James W. and Decil (Spencer) Cotton. Her childhood was spent in Taylorsville, Kentucky.

She moved to Florida in her teen years where she met the love...

Feb 1, 2026

Stephen Craig Hunter, aged 67, of Gainesville, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. Born on May 12, 1958, in Miami, Florida, Stephen was a loving brother, dedicated professional and proud Navy veteran. He will be fondly remembered for his kind spirit and unwavering dedication to his family and community. Stephen graduated from Southwest Dade High School in...

Feb 1, 2026

Stacie Colleen Thornton passed away on February 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), following her diagnosis on Halloween 2025. Throughout her journey, she showed incredible strength, courage, and grace, never giving up even on the hardest days.

Stacie was one of the most loving souls you could ever meet. She had an...

Feb 1, 2026

Mr. Kenneth David Buckner, age 80 of Keystone Heights, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 1, 2026, at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center in Palatka following a short battle with cancer. He was born on May 2, 1945, in McDonald, Tennessee to Thomas G. and Margie V. (Leamon) Buckner.

He was a proud veteran, having served as a...

Jan 30, 2026

William Arden Coning, 88, of Idaho Falls, ID, formerly of Florida, passed away January 30, 2026, at his home.

Private family services will be held.

Jan 30, 2026

CARBEN: Funeral services for Gwendolyn Jewell Carben, 97, who passed away on January 30, 2026, will be held February 5, 2026, Thursday at 10 AM in the chapel of Moloney-Hewell Funeral Home, 4140 University Boulevard South, Jacksonville, Florida 32216, with Pastor Richard Edwards officiating. The family will receive friends February 4th Wednesday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home....

Jan 28, 2026

Clara Ladonne Davis

January 12, 1937 – January 28, 2026

Clara Ladonne Davis, a woman whose life was defined by devotion to her family and her community, passed away peacefully. Born on January 12, 1937 in Palatka Florida, to Donald Earl. and Lula Lester Willis, Clara grew up with a spirit of service that she...

Jan 26, 2026

Robert Bruce Curry Sr., 96, of Gainesville, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026.

Born September 24,1929, and known to all as "Bruce," he was raised on the family farm near Winchester, Kansas, by Neil and Isabel Curry and attended a one-room school through the eighth grade. Bruce graduated from Winchester High School with the class of 1947...

Jan 26, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Joanne A. Bukas, 83, of St. Augustine, Florida.

The date and time for services will be announced at a later date.

Jan 26, 2026

Jerry Rowe, fondly known as "Turkey," a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2026.

He was born on August 14, 1953, in Nashville, Georgia, to Olan Rowe and Doris Watson Summerlin. Jerry moved with his family to Starke, Florida in 1955 and remained a lifelong resident of Bradford...

Jan 26, 2026

Shirley J. (Kelly) Pruitt, age 88, was called home by her Savior, on January 26, 2026, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville following a sudden illness. She was born on October 12, 1937, in Starke to Warren and Regina (Pearce) Kelly.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Billy Gene...

Jan 25, 2026

Martha Sierra Ennis, born on January 4, 1950, in Key West, FL, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, in Saint Petersburg, FL. She was 76 years old and is remembered as a vibrant and loving soul who brightened the lives of those around her.

Martha spent many fulfilling years as a sales clerk in the jewelry...

Jan 24, 2026

HILL: It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Erma Jean Hill, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us on January 24, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on September 16, 1939, in Jacksonville, Florida, Erma lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Erma was...

Jan 24, 2026

Glenda Wade Borgner, age 91 from Oxford, MI, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, surrounded by her family. A devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she will be remembered for her kindness and dedication to her family. As a Jehovah's Witness she loved talking about the Bible and about her God Jehovah and his son Jesus. The family will...

Jan 23, 2026

It is with profound sadness and deep reverence that we announce the passing of Gerard Joseph Fernandez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, dedicated firefighter, coach, and friend. Jerry passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, at the age of 87. He was born on December 8, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, and lived a life defined by unwavering...