Obituaries

Myrtle Scruggs

Myrtle Scruggs

Jan 14, 2025

Myrtle Gertrude (Jones) Scruggs, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025 at the age of 92. Born April 21, 1932, in Trenton, Florida, she was the daughter of Elsie Lena Sheffield Jones and Wade Robert Jones and the last surviving of eight siblings: Russell, Vincent, Doyle, Lois (Holmquist Howard Ruffner), Robert, Prieston,...

Lee Coleman

Lee Coleman

Jan 3, 2025

Lee Barrow Coleman, 74, passed away on January 3, 2025, in Tampa, Florida, surrounded by his friends and family singing worship music until the very end. He was known as “Big Pop” by his beloved grandchildren. Lee and Cathy had just celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary in his hospital suite.

Lee was born in Richmond, Virginia, to James Michael Paschall Coleman,...

Robert Earl Yingling

Robert Earl Yingling

Dec 30, 2024

Robert “Bob” Earl Yingling Sr., 82, passed away on December 30,2024 in Trenton, Fl. He was born July 28th, 1942 in Harrisburg, PA to Clarence and Dorothy Yingling. Bob was a United States Air Force Veteran of The Vietnam War. 

Bob was an avid carpenter and mechanic. He enjoyed collecting and trading a multitude of items. Bob was very friendly and...

Barbara Sellars

Barbara Sellars

Dec 28, 2024

Barbara Leone Sellars, born on September 25, 1937, in Ashtabula, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024. Her departure leaves behind a legacy of love, care, and community that will long be remembered by those who knew her. Barbara dedicated many years of her life as a Ward Secretary at the West Orange Hospital in Winter Garden, where she...

Charles Brewington

Charles Brewington

Dec 20, 2024

Major Charles Brewington Sr., a devoted family man, passed away on December 20, 2024, in Trenton, Florida. Born on September 18, 1942, in Plant City, Florida to Landis and Mary (Marhevsky) Brewington.

Charles graduated from Williston High School in 1960 and soon after, in 1961, enlisted in the Navy. His dedication to service led him to transfer to the Army, where...

Mark Sims

Mark Sims

Dec 19, 2024

Mark Alan Sims (age 58) passed away on December 19, 2024 at his home in Fanning Springs, Fl. Born on January 14, 1966 to the late Cecil and Betty Sims. 

He worked as a mechanic for most of his life. He loved working on cars and rebuilding them. He was known for his sense of humor, sweet smile, and infectious laughter....

David Moore

David Moore

Dec 11, 2024

David Levon Moore was born on May 18, 1954 to parents Henry Levon Moore and Edna Alma Moore (Durden). He was the oldest of 3 boys and died on December 11, 2024, in Hospice after fighting his battle with Pancreatic Cancer. 

He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Bell High School in 1972. He later went through an...

Barbara Kirkland

Barbara Kirkland

Dec 10, 2024

Barbara Kirkland, wife and loving mother, passed away on December 10, 2024, in Gainesville, Florida, at the age of 43. Born on October 27, 1981, in Manassas, Virginia, Barbara's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to helping others and her profound love for her family.

As a teacher at Trenton Elementary School, Barbara made a lasting impact. She was known...

Robert "Bobby" Wallace Holder

Robert "Bobby" Wallace Holder

Dec 5, 2024

Robert "Bobby" Wallace Holder, a beloved member of the Newberry, Florida community, passed away on December 5, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on August 28, 1950, Bobby dedicated his life to working on the family farm business, embodying the values of hard work and commitment instilled in him from an early age. Bobby was known for his loving...

Joseph Wilson Gilliam

Joseph Wilson Gilliam

Nov 30, 2024

Joseph Wilson Gilliam, affectionately known as Joe, passed away on November 30, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida, at the age of 76. Born on September 14, 1948, in Clearwater, Florida, Joe lived a life rich in service and dedication, both to his community and his family.

Joe was a 1966 graduate of Bell High School. After graduation he would go on to...

Geraline Martin

Geraline Martin

Nov 22, 2024

Geraline Martin, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024, in Gainesville, Florida with family at bedside. Born on February 4,1938 to Oliver and Martha Fowler, in Bell, Florida, she lived a life rich in love and creativity.

For 23 years, Geraline dedicated herself to nurturing the students at Bell School, working in the cafeteria where...

Imogene Philman McLeod

Imogene Philman McLeod

Nov 17, 2024

Imogene McLeod, a beloved figure in her community and a dedicated professional, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024, in Bell, Florida. Born on October 3, 1942, she grew up on the family farm in Bell and graduated from Bell High School in 1960. Imogene lived a remarkable life that spanned more than eight decades, marked her kindness, generosity, and...

Matthew Scott Edwards

Matthew Scott Edwards

Nov 14, 2024

Matthew Scott Edwards, 23, of Old Town, passed away on November 14, 2024. Matthew was born November 24, 2000 in Gainesville, Florida to Hilary Campbell (Mother) and Justin Edwards (Father). 

Matthew loved gaming, music, and watching scary movies. He also loved to make people laugh and outdoor activities. Favorite memories of Matthew were going on and getting scared on camping trips,...

James Lavett Roberts

James Lavett Roberts

Nov 6, 2024

James Lavett "Vett" Roberts, a cherished father, son, brother, uncle, and grandfather, was born on February 5, 1962, in Gainesville, FL. He passed away on November 6, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving and committed family. Known to everyone that knew and loved him as "Vett", he dedicated his life to the family tank company, beginning his journey...

Tawnya Jenkins

Tawnya Jenkins

Nov 2, 2024

Tawnya Mathews Jenkins, a beloved Bell, Fl community figure and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, at Haven Hospice in Chiefland, Florida. Born on February 2, 1960, in Gainesville, Florida, Tawnya was a vibrant spirit who brightened the lives of everyone around her.

She leaves her devoted husband, Alfred Kimmy Jenkins, and her step son, Alfred Kimmy...

Marcus Milam Wilson

Marcus Milam Wilson

Nov 1, 2024

Marcus Milam Wilson passed away on November 1, 2024, in Trenton, Florida. Born on October 6, 1934, in Trenton, Milam lived a life dedicated to hard work, establishing several successful businesses alongside his brothers. Among these were Wilmor Builders, Wilson Brothers, and Wilson Mobile Homes, all of which reflected his commitment to his craft and his community.

In addition to his...

Maragret Pearl Woods Stanley

Maragret Pearl Woods Stanley

Oct 23, 2024

As the sun sets on a life that has been nurturing and giving, so must the sun rise on a new life living in glory.

Margaret W. Stanley, 73, of Bell, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024 at Haven-Tri-Counties Hospice Care Center, Chiefland, Florida. She was born in Chiefland, Levy County, Florida on January 27, 1951, living most of...

Thomas Lockwood

Thomas Lockwood

Oct 16, 2024

Thomas Michael Lockwood, a beloved spirit whose laughter echoed through every corner of his life, was born on September 28, 1942, Ogdensburg, New York. He lived a full and vibrant life, marked by an unwavering dedication to his family, community, and the many endeavors that defined his character. On October 16, 2024, he peacefully departed this world and probably had...

Martha Ann Osteen

Martha Ann Osteen

Oct 15, 2024

Ms. Martha Ann O’Steen, age 66, of High Springs, Florida passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024, at the Magnolia Ridge Rehab Center in Gainesville, Florida. She was born on July 22, 1958, in Live Oak, Florida to J.B. O’Steen Jr, and Mary (Roberts) O’Steen. The family moved to Gilchrist County in 1965 and Martha Ann graduated from Bell High...

Tammy Sue Boyette

Tammy Sue Boyette

Oct 12, 2024

Tammy Sue Boyette, 63, passed away peacefully at her Fanning Springs home on Saturday, 12 October, 2024. Born in Gainesville, FL., she was the daughter of Carolyn McInnis and the late Roy Boyette. Tammy was a Massage Therapist and laudable survivor of a Traumatic Brain Injury. Tammy will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a loving Mother, Beachgoer,...

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