Shirley Blackwood McInerney age 92 of Keystone Heights
September 13, 2026
Mrs. Shirley Blackwood McInerney of Keystone Heights passed away at her
home on her 92nd birthday, Sunday, September 13, 2026. She was born on
September 13, 1934, in Clarksdale, Mississippi to John and Virginia
(Hefferin) Blackwood.
Prior to retiring her career was spent working in the banking industry. After
retiring her and her husband Dan spent many years being camp hosts at
Anastasia State Park. They...
Marlene Wolfe Parker age 93 of Lawtey
September 13, 2026
Marlene Wolfe Parker, born on May 24, 1933, passed away on September 13, 2026. Marlene leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will remain in the hearts of all who knew her. A full obituary is forthcoming.
Arrangements are in the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 620 Nona St, Starke, FL 32091 - (904) 964-6200 - www.jonesgallagherfh.com
JoAnne Edna Ward age 92 of Keystone Heights
September 12, 2026
JoAnne Edna Ward, born on July 26, 1934, passed away on September 12, 2026. JoAnne leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will remain in the hearts of all who knew her. A full obituary is forthcoming.
Arrangements are in the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 East Walker Drive, Keystone Heights, FL 32656 - 352-473-3176 - www.jonesgallagherfh.com
Catherine Jo Jarrell age 72 of Green Cove Springs
September 8, 2026
Ms. Catherine Jo Jarrell, age 72 of Green Cove Springs, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. She was born on July 5, 1954, in Cobleskill, New York and was raised in Green Cove Springs where she made many memories with family and friends. Prior to retiring Catherine had worked many years in the Food Service Industry. She was a...
Tony Sandow
September 7, 2026
Robert Anthony "Tony" Sandow, born on October 11, 1952, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida, at the age of 73. Tony lived in Stuart, Florida before moving to Gainesville in 1976. He was a devoted husband to Pamela Sandow, with whom he shared a remarkable 51 years of marriage, and a loving father...
Ryan Ashley Gaskins age 46, of Starke
September 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ryan Ashley Gaskins, aged 46, who left us on September 6, 2026, following a brief illness. Born on July 7, 1980, in Gainesville, Florida, Ryan was a cherished son, loving father, and devoted friend to many. Ryan was a proud member of the Bradford High School Class of 1998...
Saralynn Suzanne Smith
September 6, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Saralynn Suzanne Smith, 10 months, of Starke, who passed on September 6th, 2026. Saralynn leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.
Saralynn is survived by parents, Jerry and Kayla Smith, siblings, Daulton Martin, Rylan Cogan, Damian Cogan,...
Dixie Jean Matarazzo
September 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts yet joyous remembrance that we celebrate the life of Dixie Jean Matarazzo, who was born on April 28, 1943, in Wabash, Indiana. Dixie journeyed peacefully on September 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, kindness, and love.
Dixie will be forever missed by her loving family, including her son Charles (Shari) Futrell, son Kevin (Juanita)...
Sylvia Quiette age 85 of Starke
September 5, 2026
Sylvia M. Quiette arrived at her eternal home with Jesus on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Haven Hospice in Gainesville, FL. She was 85 years old. Originally from Hamburg, NY, she resided in Starke, FL since 1976, where she was married to her husband James William Quiette for 44 years.
She is survived by and will be lovingly remembered by two...
Jessie Mae Morris
September 4, 2026
Jessie Mae Morris of Alachua, Florida, passed away on September 4, 2026.
She was 85 years old.Jessie was born June 22, 1941 in Dixie County, FL and lived in various parts of north central Florida throughout her lifetime. She married her late husband, Albert "Junior" C. Morris, Jr., in 1957.
Jessie loved her family, was very proud of her children, and loved...
Ricky E. Thompson
September 2, 2026
Ricky E. Thompson of Starke, a beloved son, husband, father, friend, and Pilar of the community, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on April 4, 1957, in Starke, Florida, Ricky lived his entire life in the town he cherished. Ricky was a proud retiree, having dedicated 38 years of his life to the...
Ronald E Adams
September 1, 2026
Ronald E. Adams, born on June 11, 1948, in Jackson, SC, passed away on September 1, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. Ron was a devoted husband to Mary Dixon and a loving father to his daughters, Rhonda (Pete) Stevens and Betty (Jody) Eaves and his step-sons, Steve (Angel) Dixon and Bobby (Chenoa) Dixon and his caring sister Patricia Smith. He was...
David James Wroblewski age 41 of Florahome
August 31, 2026
David James Wroblewski passed on August 31 2026.
Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DR. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656. 352-473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com
Lavonia Belle Yarbrough Link age 97 of Melrose
August 31, 2026
Mrs. Lavonia Belle Yarbrough Link, age 97, of Melrose, Florida, passed away on August 31, 2026. She was born on April 6, 1929, in Palatka, Florida, to Raymond and Della Dickerson Griffis. Lavonia attended Eliam Baptist Church and worked for BellSouth Telephone Company as an operator before devoting much of her life to caring for children throughout the Melrose community....
Frances Louise Graves
August 29, 2026
Frances Louise Graves, 95, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 29th, 2026.
Frances was born on June 1,1931 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Frank J. Ban and Louise Ban (Strack). She was educated at Assumption Catholic School in Kansas City and St. Aloysius Girls' Academy in Kansas City. Following high school, she attended St. Mary's College in Leavenworth, Kansas,...
Bruce Ernest Chestnutt age 74 of Melrose
August 29, 2026
Bruce Earnest Chestnutt, 74, of Melrose died Saturday, August 29, 2026, with his family by his side following an extended illness.
Mr. Chestnutt was born in Tacoma Park, MD and moved to Putnam County in 2023. He was the owner of Coil Exchange Inc., a successful company that manufactured heat exchanger coils for commercial and industrial buildings in the Washington metropolitan...
Sharice Elizabeth Branch
August 28, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sharice Elizabeth Branch, beloved daughter, sister, and mother, who departed this life on August 28, 2026, at the age of 46. Sharice was born on July 20, 1980, in Brooklyn, New York, and later made her home in Jacksonville, Florida.
A memorial service in honor of Sharice will be held...
Joan Waring Prado
August 28, 2026
Joan Marie (Waring) Prado, 77, of Gainesville, Florida, passed away on August 28, 2026. She was born October 12, 1948, in Buffalo, New York, to Marguerite and Joseph Waring.
Joan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Education from Rosary Hill College and a Master of Arts in Spanish Language, Literature and Education from Middlebury College. She traveled during her...
James Louis Wilkerson, Sr
August 27, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of James Louis Wilkerson Sr., age 97, who passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at his home in Lawtey. Born on April 9, 1929, in Bradford County, to the late Andrew James and Edith (Padgett) Wilkerson, James lived a life marked by dedication to his family and a deep commitment...
Alan Scott Johnson
August 27, 2026
Alan Johnson, 65, beloved Brother, Father, Son, and Father-in-law, was called to his eternal resting place on August 27, 2026. He entered this world on April 10, 1961 in Jacksonville, FL, born to Leonard and Shirley Johnson. He enjoyed fishing and collecting Florida Gators and Jacksonville Jaguars memorabilia. He was an avid cat lover and was employed by SSA Marine...