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Doris Jean Koon
Oct 29, 2026
Doris Jean Koon passed from this life and into eternal rest on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at W. Frank Wells Nursing Home, age
89. She was born in Winfield, AL, on June 30, 1937, to James C. and Ollie (Howard) Flowers. Doris worked for many years at ACE Hardware and Sunshine Truck Stop in Yulee, FL.
Doris enjoyed the mountains and she...
Rev. Mark Woods
Oct 21, 2026
Reverend Mark Woods, 75, of Macclenny, passed from this life into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Mark was born on May 29, 1951, in Sanderson to Percy and Evelyn (Griffis) Woods, one of thirteen children.
He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and Papa Bear who always made his family a priority. Mark never missed a family milestone or...
James David Manning, Jr.
Oct 20, 2026
James David Manning, Jr., age 54 of Macclenny, departed this life and walked through the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. David was the son of the late James, Sr. and Hilda (Bullard) Manning, born in Gainesville on December 23, 1971.
David was a man of strong faith and high spirits who never allowed his physical limitations to prevent...
Margaret Carter
Oct 19, 2026
Margaret Carter, age 83 of Macclenny, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 19, 2026. Born in Lake City to the late Mayo and Minnie Lee Battles Carter, Margaret was a 1961 graduate of Baker County High School. After spending a number of years living in Ohio and New York, she returned home to Baker County over...
Heather Marie Blaze
Oct 18, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Heather Marie Blaze, who went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 18, 2026, at the age of 72, with her daughters lovingly by her side.
She was a woman of tremendous faith, a loving heart, and a...
Rodney Alton Amburgey, Jr.
Oct 17, 2026
Rodney Alton Amburgey, Jr., age 61 of Baldwin, passed from this life on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Rodney was the son of Rodney, Sr. and Barbara (Harper) Amburgey, born in Governor’s Island, New York on December 27, 1964. He would graduate from Sandalwood High School and residing in the Jacksonville area for the majority of his life. He worked for...
Gail Gillespie Davis
Oct 13, 2026
Gail Gillespie Davis, 77 of Sanderson, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 14, 2026 after an extended illness. Gail was born in Atlanta, Georgia on August 30, 1949. She was the daughter of Mattie (Ozment) Gillespie and former Chicago Cubs catcher, Paul Gillespie. Gail worked for over twenty five years as a manager in the optometry field.
Gail was a...
Shirley Yvonne Johnson
Oct 8, 2026
Shirley Yvonne Johnson, 83 of Maxville, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Shirley was the daughter of Daulphus and Mary Caroline (Tanner) Higginbotham, born on July 6, 1943. She was a lifelong resident of the Maxville area. She attended Florida Community College at Jacksonville and obtained her LPN license.
Away from work, Mrs. Shirley was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother....
Rosa Lee "Rose" Belleville
Oct 6, 2026
Rosa Lee Bellville, best known as “Rose”, passed from this life and into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at W. Frank Wells Nursing Home, age 89. She was born in Baker County on May 3, 1937 to Lonnie Starling and Myrtle Harvey. Ms. Rose would work for many years as a dietician at Ed Fraser Hospital.
Rose looked forward to...
Marion Judith Mann
Oct 2, 2026
Marion Judith Mann, 81 of Macclenny, passed from this life on Friday, October 2, 2026. Marion was the daughter of Albert and Mary (Munch) Cowles, born on June 17, 1945 in Jacksonville. She grew up in the beaches area and graduated from Duncan U. Fletcher High School. She worked for many years for the State of Florida.
Most important in Marion’s...
Linda Sue Combs
Oct 2, 2026
Linda Sue Combs, beloved wife, mother, and our Granny Sue, was called home into the arms of her Savior on October 2, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family, at the age of 82.
Linda Sue was a lifelong resident of Baker County, born on June 26, 1944, to Mr. Fred Conner and Gladys (Dinkins) Walker.
She cherished the life she...
Dorothy Flynn Webb
Sep 22, 2026
Georgia Dorothy Flynn Webb, 101 years young, passed from this life and into eternal rest of Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at W. Frank Wells Nursing Home. Dorothy was born on December 14, 1924 in Madison, Florida to Daniel Birdoux Flynn and Lula Rodgers Flynn. She married Mr. Connor Wilson Webb on October 23, 1941 and together they built a beautiful...
Amanda Ruth Morris
Sep 16, 2026
Amanda Ruth Morris, a lifelong Baker County resident, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at the age of 51. She was born in Jacksonville, the only daughter of the late Tom and Bobbie Ruth (Maddox) Adams. Ms. Morris was a homemaker who was devoted to her children and her family. She was a caregiver to her parents in their older...
Lucky Francis Durand
Sep 11, 2026
Ret. Air Force MSgt, Lucky Francis Durand, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026 under the care of Community Hospice, age 84. Lucky was born in Eunice, Louisiana on July 28, 1942 to Onezime and Elia Marie (Miller) Durand. Lucky would proudly serve his country for thirty years, first with the United States Navy and then the United States Air...
Keith Alan Padgett
Sep 10, 2026
Keith Alan Padgett, age 60, was born on June 27, 1966 and passed away on September 10, 2026. He was born in Pensacola, Florida and resided the last 10 years in Tallahassee.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Payton and Hilda Padgett, and sister-in-law, Marilyn Padgett.
He is survived by his son, Noah Padgett and Noah’s mother, Jana Huckins; siblings,...
Deborah Ann Sparkman
Sep 9, 2026
Deborah Ann Sparkman, 71 of Glen St. Mary, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital. She was born in Jacksonville on January 13, 1955 to Dorsey and Joyce (Davis) Bennett. “Debbie”, as she was affectionately known, worked as the Winn Dixie bakery manager for several years, more recently as a daycare teacher, and...
Joseph Cecil Pedigo
Sep 3, 2026
Joseph Cecil Pedigo, a beloved husband and father, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026 under the care of Community Hospice, age 81. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky to Joseph Henry and Sara Pedigo on March 27, 1945. Joseph worked for many years as a pipefitter for many than fifty years and was well respected and loved by his...
Paul Allen Smythe
Sep 3, 2026
Mr. Paul Allen Smythe, of Macclenny, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Jacksonville to Richard and Margaret Cox Smythe. Growing up, he loved riding motorcycles with his father. Paul became an ASE Certified Master Mechanic and had a talent for building things that go fast. He spent his free time working...
Corrine Crawford Eddy
Aug 29, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs. Corrine Crawford Eddy announces her passing at Wells Nursing Home on August 29, 2026 at the age of 95 and with her loved ones at her side.
Corrine is predeceased by her husband: Albert Eddy, parents: Alton and Gussie Crawford, sister: Lorrine Buffington and brother: Johnny Crawford.
Corrine will lovingly be remembered...
Charles StanleyEarl King
Aug 26, 2026
Charles StanleyEarl King, 61 of Glen St. Mary, was reunited with his bride in heaven on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Charles was the son of Allan and Sylvia (Tyson) King, born in San Diego, California on August 28, 1964. Charles proudly served his country for four years in the United States Navy, spending time aboard the USS Saratoga and the...
