February 24, 2026

David V. Penland Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, at his home in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by his beloved family.

Dave was born on March 10, 1941, in Charleston, South Carolina, to his late parents, Boyd Penland and Frances Penland (Ebbs). In his early years, he moved from South Carolina to Oklahoma before eventually...

February 24, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ruby Hunt, who departed this life on February 24, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on November 6, 1931, Ruby was a beacon of love and resilience, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother,...

February 23, 2026

Holly Harrell Kitler, age 61, born in Jacksonville, Florida, and a longtime resident of Yulee, Florida, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 23rd, surrounded by her loving family.

For more than 30 years in Yulee, she raised her family and built a home filled with love, laughter, music, faith, and always a...

February 23, 2026

William 'Bill' Paul Watkins, 82, of Keystone Heights, Florida, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Gainesville. He was born on September 13, 1943, in Willimantic, Connecticut to Paul William and Florence May (Chowanec) Watkins.

Bill made his living working with construction equipment, a trade he took great pride in. He also loved to fish in his...

February 22, 2026

Justine Joy, 91, of Starke, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026. She was born on August 14, 1934, in Huntington, West Virginia to Reverend Ona and Francis Marie Tumbleson.

On August 14, 1979, she married the love of her life, Clayton Joy, beginning a devoted partnership that spanned decades. Justine was a loving and dedicated...

February 21, 2026

John Stephen Fenwick, 100, peacefully passed away at his home in Keystone Heights, Florida on Saturday, February 21, 2026. John was born and raised in Burlington, Iowa to Agnes Mary Loeb Fenwick and Arthur St. Clair Fenwick on December 26, 1925. His father's side is rich in Canadian, English and Irish roots and his mother's side French, German and...

February 21, 2026

Felicita Concepcion Pemberton, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, known to everyone as Gloria, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on May 1, 1930, in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, Felicita lived a life marked by kindness, resilience, and dedication to her family.

With an Associate's Degree to her name, Felicita...

February 21, 2026

Laura Booth, age 95, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her

family on February 21, 2026.

Laura was born on September 13, 1930, in Clarksburg, WV to Dr. Charles

Frederick Fisher and Laura Jane Case Fisher. She graduated from Pine Manor

College, Chestnut Hill, MA and from Chatham College, Pittsburgh,...

February 21, 2026

Wanda Faye Cribbs, 83, of Starke, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026.

Wanda was born on February 26, 1942, in Starke, Florida, to Frank Robert Coleman and Lily Coleman. A lifelong resident of her beloved hometown, she built a life centered on faith, family, and the simple joys of the outdoors.

She found...

February 20, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carol J. Verduin who left this world on February 20, 2026, at the age of 72.

Carol was the companion of Peter, mother to Lindsey,  and a cherished stepmother to Elizabeth, Caroline, Brittany, Jessie, and Jamie. She found her greatest joy in relaxing at the beach, ...

February 20, 2026

Arnola Hall, age 85, of Keystone Heights, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, in Middleburg, Florida. Arnola was born on March 14, 1940, in Cairo, Georgia, to James Arnold and Manola Boynton.

On November 11, 1959, she married the love of her life, Richard Wayne Hall Sr. They shared over 60 wonderful years of marriage...

February 19, 2026

Serhii Dymovskyi, age 48, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.

Serhii was born on July 30, 1977, in Ukraine to his late father, Vladimir Dymovskyi, and his mother, Liudmyla Dymovska. Nearly eleven years ago, Serhii made the courageous decision to bring his family from Ukraine to the United States, building a life rooted in...

February 19, 2026

Reuben Lloyd Grider, age 92, of Starke passed away Thursday morning February 19, 2026 at Riverwood Health and Rehab Center following a long illness.

Lloyd was born on October 1, 1933 in Douglas, GA to the late Rufus Haskell Grider and Nancy Ann Elizabeth (Eldridge) Grider. The Grider family moved to Starke in 1938. Lloyd was raised...

February 18, 2026

Albert "Al" Linden, Jr. of Gainesville, FL passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at E.T. York Haven Hospice after a brief illness.

Al was born on January 13, 1938, in Pawpaw, IL to Albert & Edith Linden. He was raised on a dairy farm and has always been known as a hard worker at whatever task...

February 17, 2026

March 29, 1952 – February 17, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Fernando Luis Fernandez, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left this world on February 17, 2026, at the age of 73. Born in Havana, Cuba, on March 29, 1952, Fernando came to the United States as a...

February 16, 2026

Sandy Miller, 84, of Gainesville Florida went to be with the Lord on February 16th. Born in Ocala, Florida and raised in Treasure Island, Sandy is best known for her years as a coach and educator. She was a devoted friend and mentor to many.

Sandy graduated from Boca Ciega High School, St. Petersburg College, the University...

February 16, 2026

Mr. Gerard Sanders age 61 of Starke, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at Windsor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Starke. Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 620 E. Nona St, Starke, FL 32091. (904) 964-6200. www.jonesgallagherfh.com

February 15, 2026

Jacqueline (Jackie) Ray Rhoden (73) went to be with the Lord on February 15, 2026. Jackie was born in Jacksonville, Florida to Raymond (Ralph) Smart and Elizabeth Griffis Smart. She attended Paxon Senior High School where she met the love of her life, David Eugene Rhoden. Jackie and David were happily married for 52 years. Jackie was employed by...

February 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bunny D. Morris, 85, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on February 14, 2026, just a few days shy of her 86th birthday. Born on February 29, 1940, in Charleston, West Virginia, Bunny embodied the values of compassion, kindness, and dedication throughout her life.

February 14, 2026

Rosalie Stone, 89, of Gainesville passed away on February 14, 2026 at Haven Hospice.

Rosalie grew up in a family of six children, with parents Elbert and Roberta Stewart. She married her high school sweetheart, Larry Stone; they were married 61 years until his death in 2014. During their years together they lived in six states, enjoying...