January 8, 2026

Mrs. Barbara Jeanne' Fitzpatrick, age 80 of Middleburg, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. She was born on September 11, 1945, in St. Petersburg, to Charles Omer and Viola Mae (Cory) Lefebvre. Barbara lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community.

Mrs. Fitzpatrick was a cherished homemaker, making a warm and...

January 8, 2026

Mrs. Jean Louise Ball age 78 of Keystone Heights passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026, at HCA Hospital in Gainesville. She was born on October 8, 1947, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania to the late John and Ruth (McCabe) Greer. Prior to retiring, Mrs. Ball worked as an administrator and bookkeeper for many years. She had attended Lake Hill Baptist Church,...

January 8, 2026

Laura Jane Turner was born in Jasper, Alabama, and raised in Amory, Mississippi, by her parents, Gilbert and Melba Sanford.

Independent from an early age, she carried a strong work ethic and quiet determination throughout her life. Though she lived in Texas for much of her life, her heart always belonged to Amory, Mississippi, the place she...

January 7, 2026

Full obituary to follow shortly.

January 6, 2026

January 6, 2026

Carol Ann Erby passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 6th 2026.

She was born March 7th, 1948, in Pensacola, Florida. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years Edward Paul Erby Jr. her parents George and Betty Davis and Mildred Hawkins as well as her siblings Randy, Carl, Georgie and Amy Davis.

January 3, 2026

Mrs. Judith "Judy" Phalaine Burnett, age 84, of Keystone Heights, Florida, passed away Saturday afternoon, January 3, 2026, after a lengthy illness. She was born on February 9, 1941, in Elba, Alabama to John Elbert and Mattie Ruth (Maddox) Kemp.

Judy was an active and longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Keystone Heights where she...

January 3, 2026

Dr. James E. Pennington, 82, of Melrose Florida, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Haven Hospice in Gainesville, from a lengthy illness associated with the effects of exposure to the Agent Orange herbicide. He was born on October 11, 1943, the second son of Bill and Juda Pennington of Jasper Florida. Jim was a 6th generation native...

January 2, 2026

January 2, 2026

Warren Petersen Jr., 64, passed away on January 2, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. He was born on April 16, 1961, in the Bronx, New York, to Warren Petersen Sr. and Eleanor Petersen, who lovingly survive him.

Warren proudly served his country in the United States Army for two years, carrying the honor of that service with him...

January 2, 2026

Mr. Tracy Arnold (T.A.) Jones, age 88, of Hampton passed away at his home on Friday, January 2, 2026. He was born in Trenton on September 24, 1937, to the late Mark and Norcey Alene (Layfield) Jones. Following graduation from Bradford High School he joined the United States Air Force followed by serving in the United States Navy as...

January 1, 2026

"The measure of a life, after all is not its duration but its donation". C. TenBoom.

Sally Corine Clark Dean passed away on her birthday, Jan. 1, 2026. She is gone but lives in our hearts forever.

Sally grew up on a Kentucky tobacco farm, the youngest of five siblings, daughter of loving parents. She...

January 1, 2026

Stephen Durelle Wheeler, 65, passed away at HCA North Florida Hospital on January 1, 2026, in Gainesville, FL. He was born on June 9, 1960, in Gainesville, Florida, to Ruth Ann Wheeler and the late Eugene Wheeler.

Stephen graduated from Keystone Heights High School in 1978, where he lettered in 4 different sports. One of his favorite...

January 1, 2026

Behnam Bebawi, 69, of Interlachen Florida peacefully departed to the bosom of the Lord on January 1, 2026.

Born on February 5, 1956 in Cairo, Egypt to Boshra Botros and Aida Mousa.  Known for his humor, kindness, and craftsmanship, Behnam spent much of his time painting, woodburning, carving, gardening, riding his motorcycle, and his many pets.

December 31, 2025

Richard Harvey Curtis

23 April 1931 – 31 December 2025

Richard Harvey Curtis was born on 23 April 1931 in Balaklava, South Australia, weighing barely four pounds and arriving into the world against medical advice. His mother had been warned not to try again after loss. She did anyway. That decision gave the world a...

December 30, 2025

It is with both sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of Sophie Catherine Eaton, at the age of 101, on December 30, 2025.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Forest Meadows Funeral Home 725 NW 23rd Ave. Gainesville FL 32609...352-378-2528

December 29, 2025

It is with both sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of Linda Bracewell, who left this world on December 29, 2025, at the age of 80.

Arrangements have been entrusted with Forest Meadows Funeral Home 725 NW 23rd Ave. Gainesville FL 32609....352-378-2528

December 28, 2025

Marnita R. Johnson, 83 years old, passed away on December 28, 2025.  She will be sorely missed by all.

Services under the care of Moloney-Hewell Funeral Home, 4140 University Blvd. S., Jacksonville, FL 32216.

December 28, 2025

Mrs. Lois Fay Griffin, age 92 of Keystone Heights, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville. She was born on April 20, 1933, in Jacksonville to the late Winslow and Maymie (Teauge) Keen.

A proud homemaker, she was devoted to her family, especially her daughter Debra Bertie and son Shawn Griffin....

December 27, 2025

Johnny Odell Perry, Jr., passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025, in Middleburg, Florida. Born on September 23, 1978, in Jacksonville, Florida, Odell was a man whose presence was as robust and steadfast as the heavy equipment he operated throughout his career in the construction industry.

Odell was the beloved son of Johnny Odell Perry, Sr., and...