OBITUARIES
Faye Irene Tyson
Feb 7, 2025
Faye Irene Tyson of Belleview, FL a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away Friday, February 7th, 2025 at Advent Health Ocala Hospital. Faye was born in Jacksonville, Florida on November 28, 1951 to Hoyt and Bessie (Cadle) Warren. She was a homemaker who thoroughly enjoyed taking care of her family. Faye was a long time resident of...
Mary Mullaney
Feb 3, 2025
Mary Belle Mullaney, 91 of Sanderson passed away on February 3, 2025 at Solaris Healthcare in Lake City. Mary was born on November 26, 1933 to Mr. Robert and Nunie Williams in Marion, Virginia. She would work for many years for AT&T, later Verizon until her retirement. She moved to Baker County in 2013 to be closer to her children....
Carol Ann Ferguson
Feb 3, 2025
Carol Ann Ferguson of Macclenny, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025 at St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital. Carol was born in Richmond, Indiana on June 15, 1954 to V. Kent and Sarah (Richards) Motter. She would go on to nursing school and would dedicate nearly 20 years of her life to the health care field....
Donna Lou McDaniel
Feb 2, 2025
Donna Lou McDaniel, age 64 of Gainesville, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025 at her home. Donna was born in Searcy , Arkansas on October 21, 1960 to the late Ed and Fannie (Arnold) Medlock. Donna loved to cook and meticulously cared for her home and yard. She also dedicated her time to working with the Salvation Army.
She is survived...
Layton Ray Crawford
Feb 1, 2025
Layton Ray Crawford, age 31 of Macclenny, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025. Layton was born on August 29, 1993 to Mr. William and Kathleen (Miller) Crawford. Layton was a jack-of-all trades and knew how to fix just about anything. He worked for several years in construction, as well as at Wal-Mart Distribution Center. Layton had a love for the...
Roxie B. Hunt
Feb 1, 2025
Ms. Roxie B. Hunt, age 87, of Glen St. Mary, FL passed away Saturday, Februar 1st in the Frank Wells Nursing Home, Macclenny, FL following an extended illness. Ms. Roxie was born in Macclenny and was a lifelong resident of Baker County. She worked for over 20 years in quality control at Macclenny Products until her retirement. Ms. Roxie loved...
John Grant Collins
Jan 30, 2025
John Grant Collins, known best as “Grant”, passed away surrounded by family at his home in Lake Butler on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at the age of 53. Grant was born in San Diego on August 4, 1971 to Mr. Richard and JoBeth (Harrington) Collins. Grant would work for several years in law enforcement and was most recently a foreman...
Vicki Marie Barnett
Jan 29, 2025
Vickie Marie Barnett, 70, daughter of Junior and Virginia Driggers, was born in Waycross, Georgia on December 31, 1954. She made her transition to her heavenly home on January 29, 2025.
Vicki was preceded in death by her Father, Mother, and sister, Diane White.
She is survived by her loving son, Jason Barnett, 1 granddaughter, Lexi Barnett, 4 sisters; Gail Chancey, Sandy...
James Paul Raulerson
Jan 28, 2025
James Paul Raulerson, 85, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully at his home on his cherished farm, surrounded by his loving family.
Paul was born on July 2, 1939, and lived a life of unwavering dedication to his family, faith, country, and community. He was preceded in death by his...
Grover Lanna Brannen
Jan 20, 2025
Grover Lanna Brannen entered his eternal home on January 20, 2025 under the care of Community Hospice at St. Vincent’s Riverside. Born on June 30, 1932 to William and Lillie Brannen, Grover spent his youth in Jacksonville. He joined the US Airforce in 1952 and proudly served during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. His military service enabled him to travel...
Patricia Gloriana Davis
Jan 18, 2025
Patricia Gloriana “Gloria” Davis, 65 of Whigham, Georgia and formerly of Sanderson, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany. Gloria was the daughter of the late Mr. Percy and Wilma (Edenburn) Harrington, born in Tampa on February 5, 1959. She would go on to college and become a licensed practical nurse. She would dedicate...
Veatrice Diane Crockett
Jan 15, 2025
Veatrice Diane Crockett, 75 of Macclenny passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. A lifelong resident of Baker County, Veatrice was born on December 23, 1949 to Mr. William and Frances (Ware) Crockett, Sr. She worked for many years as a hairdresser and was also a co-owner of Glen’s Wrecker Service. Veatrice loved being around her family and taking care...
Charles JR Davis
Jan 13, 2025
Charles JR Davis, best known as “Man-Man”, passed from this life on Monday, January 13, 2025 at his home in Glen St. Mary. Man-Man was the son of Ronnie Davis, Sr. and Tessey (Ward) Hodge, born in Jacksonville on January 31, 1992. He worked as an equipment operator for TimPrep for several years.
When not working, Man-Man enjoyed the outdoors, spending...
Franklin Dorman
Jan 8, 2025
Mr. Franklin Dorman, age 80 of Sanderson, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his daughters home in Lake Butler on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Franklin was born in Sanderson on November 20, 1944 to Mr. Tholon and Verdie (Rhoden) Dorman. Franklin graduated from Baker County High School. He would be employed by the Florida Department of Corrections for over...
Arvie Mearl Gainey
Jan 4, 2025
Arvie Mearl “Chuck” Gainey of Taylor, died after a long illness on January 4, 2025. He was born and raised in St. George, Ga. Chuck was married to Louise Richardson Gainey for 47 years until her death in November 2012.
Chuck was a hard worker and loved to work. He hunted in his younger days, and loved to fish all...
Otis Oren Varnes
Jan 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Otis Varnes, who departed this life peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 84. A beloved husband, father, brother, papa, and friend, Otis was known for his faithfulness, kindness, and unwavering commitment to his faith and family.
Born on February 25, 1940, Otis grew up in Lakeland, FL,...
Mary Lee Chessman
Dec 25, 2024
Mary Lee Chessman, 91, a native and longtime resident of Baker County, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. Mary was born on October 21, 1933 in Baxter to the late Mr. Morris and Mamie (Anderson) Crews. Mary Lee would live in Duval County for many years before coming back to Baker County in 1992....
Gordon Edward Morgan, Jr.
Dec 14, 2024
Gordon Edward “Eddie” Morgan, Jr., age 70, of Macclenny, went to be with his Heavenly Father the morning of Saturday, December 14th, 2024 while at home with his wife.
Born in Marietta, Georgia, Eddie lived for many years in the Atlanta area where he met his wife, raised his family, and served the Lord. He recently retired in Macclenny after working...
Ezra Penn Raulerson, III
Dec 13, 2024
Ezra Penn Raulerson, III of Lakeland passed away Friday, December 13, 2024 at HCA Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville at the age of 73. Ezra was a lifelong resident of Lakeland, born August 6, 1951 to the late Ezra and Zelda(Harrell) Raulerson, Jr. Mr. Raulerson proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Ezra was a longtime maintenance man in...
