All Obituaries

Mark Lee Norman, age 88, of Maxville, Florida, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Mark was born in Lawtey to John Charles and Zulene (Prevatt) Norman. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and sharing time with his family. Mark was a member of the Teamsters Local 512 and spent 39 years driving for Ryder/P.I.E. Nationwide Inc. trucking company. He...

Kenny Franklin "Drifter" Turner Sr., age 74, of Alachua, Florida, entered into glory on Thursday, February 18, 2021, from an extended illness with loving family by his side. He was with his loving niece, Vickie Curtis, and great-niece, Terry Davis who were his caregivers the last two years. Kenny was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 17, 1946, to Kenny Alfred and Emma Earlie (Thomas) Turner. He grew up in Macclenny and Maxville, Florida....

Mr. James William Burnett, age 65, of Taylor, Florida, passed away at his home on Saturday, February 13, 2021, after an extended illness. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida, to Leonard and Elizabeth V. (Morris) Burnett and had lived in Baker County for the past 39 years. James was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. He was a Florida Gator, Jack of all Trades guy that absolutely loved fishing, adored his grandchildren, and enjoyed hanging out...

Mr. Earl B. Lang, age 87, of Clay Hill, Florida, passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021, at the Haven Hospice Custead Care Center in Orange Park. He was born on October 22, 1933, in Highland, Florida to Richard and Grace (Padgett) Lang. Mr. Lang was a retired truck driver and he loved it. He was also a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed Georgia Bulldog football, was an avid cattle farmer and gardener, and loved sitting in his rocking chair singing. He was...

Robert Lawrence Parker Jr., age 50, of Maxville, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was born on January 4, 1971, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Robert L. Parker Sr. and Sharon Ann (Bishop) Martin. Bobby was a fun-loving brother and friend who adored children and loved to go fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Robert Sawyer. Survivors include his sisters, Pam Exline (Bill) of Chicago, Illinois, and Teresa Kloss (Walt) of...

Mrs. Vonnie L. Phillips, age 77, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Jacksonville. She was born in Madison County, Florida on March 16, 1943, to Carnie Lee and Flossie (Tuten) Provau. Mrs. Phillips had been a Baker County resident since moving from Maxville in 1992. She retired after 30 years of service with the school system. She started out working in the Duval County School Cafeterias and ended her career as a school...

Mrs. Wanda L. Rowland, age 70, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Community Hospice McGraw Center for Caring after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on May 7, 1950, in Jacksonville to Alletta H. (Tyner) and John J. Hart, Sr., and was a lifelong resident. Some people on this Earth get to experience many riches and luxuries. Her treasures were her husband, children, grandchildren, and the love of her family; her greatest joy that money couldn't...

Larry P. Caldwell Sr., age 71, of Maxville, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Clay County. Larry was born in Jacksonville, Florida, the son of Clifton and Eunice (Mobley) Caldwell. Larry was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a very unique character with a great sense of humor, a Florida Gator to the core, and a Jack of All Trades. He served faithfully and honorably with the United States Army during the Vietnam War, was...

Mr. James Herbert Rodgers, age 80, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Friday, January 22, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Jacksonville. He was born on September 27, 1940, in Bunnell, Florida, to James Clifford and Geneva (Ambrose) Rodgers. Mr. Rodgers had lived in Jacksonville before moving to Baker County 56 years ago. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, Papa, and “Bump.” Herb was a friend to so many and loved the Lord. He was a member...

Marlin Suggs II, age 60, of Maxville, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Clay County. Marlin was born in Tampa, Florida, the son of Marlin “Bud” and Helen (Thompson) Suggs, and had lived in Clay County for the past 26 years. He was a caring husband and father. Marlin loved meeting and engaging with people. He spent his youth hunting and offshore fishing. He loved riding four-wheelers and was an...