Libby Diane Painter

Ms. Libby Diane Painter, age 57, of Melrose, FL passed away Thursday, November 5th at UF Shands Hospital, Gainesville, FL following a brief illness. Ms. Painter was born in Jacksonville, FL and resided there before moving to Melrose over 40 years ago. Ms. Painter worked as a receptionist at Lake Area Animal Hospital where she was able to share her love for animals. She will be remembered as a devoted mother and loving grandma. 

Ms. Painter is preceded in death by her parents, Lewis Painter and Ivery Ann Williams Painter. She is survived by her three daughters: Kendle Harrelson (Chris), Rilee Rossano (Robbie), and Parker Grooms: three brothers, Brian Painter (Faith), Dale Painter (Donna), Kevin Painter (Lisa): two sisters, Jennifer Standridge (Craig), Mandi Ward: seven grandchild also survive, Leilah, Kason, Rilynn, Houston, Alyvia, Mikey and Madi. 

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, November 21st at 1 PM at The Barn at Double Run in Hampton, FL. 

Cremation arrangements are under the care of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home, Macclenny, FL. 

Please visit www.guerryforbesfuneralhome.com to leave condolences for the family.