Timothy Spencer Hance
Feb 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Timothy Spencer Hance on Saturday, February 28, 2026. He was born on August 19, 1985, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Spencer Melvin Hance and Mandy Sweat. Timothy dedicated his career to working in underground utilities, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. Outside of...
Nancy Markum Bell
Feb 24, 2026
Nancy Bell, age 80, of Jacksonville, Florida, peacefully went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus, with her family by her side on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. She was born in Warm Springs, Alabama, on June 19, 1945, to Troy and Elizabeth (Davis) Markum. Nancy retired from Duval County Schools, where she was employed at Pickett Elementary for a...
Susan Rosenberg Arnstein
Feb 22, 2026
Susan Rosenberg Arnstein, age 78, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center after an extended illness. She was born in Hartford, Connecticut, on April 24, 1947, to Evelyn (Eaton) and David Rosenberg. Susan was an amazing mother, grandmother, and sister who enjoyed gardening and cheering for the Atlanta Braves and Georgia Bulldogs....
James Henry Williams Ii
Feb 20, 2026
James Henry Williams II, age 73, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Macclenny Nursing and Rehab. He was born in Jacksonville on September 3, 1952, to Hattie (Paige) and James Henry Williams Sr. We gather to remember a good man, one who lived simply, loved deeply, and never met a stranger. James proudly served...
Ada "Snooky" Beazley Mcdonald
Feb 16, 2026
Ada "Snooky" Beazley McDonald, age 82, of Macclenny, Florida, went to be with our Lord on Monday, February 16, 2026, after a very extended illness. She was born on November 29, 1943, to Edison Harold Beazley and Dorothy Cleo Higginbotham, both of Jacksonville. Ada was preceded in death by her parents; son, Joseph Oliver; and husband, J.B. McDonald. She...
Anthony "Tom" Louie Picras
Feb 3, 2026
Anthony "Tom" Louie Picras went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. He was born on December 5, 1941, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Mary (Kalogerakos) Picras and Louie Tony Picras. Tom spent most of his life in Jacksonville, where he was a member of St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church and attended North Jacksonville...
Eva Mae Hodges Willis
Feb 2, 2026
Eva Mae Willis, age 85, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Macclenny Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Glen St. Mary on May 14, 1940, one of five children to Florie Mae (Combs) and Edward Hodges. Ms. Willis was an amazing mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister who had a fascinating history....
John "Poppy" Clifton Tyson Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
John "Poppy" Clifton Tyson Sr., age 77, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his home, surrounded by love. He was the son of Loretha (Stokes) and William Oliver Tyson, born on April 4, 1948, in Macclenny. Johnny was a wonderful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He had...
Clyde Stewart Fountaine
Jan 19, 2026
Clyde Stewart Fountaine, a proud veteran of the United States Navy and a master of the mechanical "fix," passed away on January 19, 2026, at the age of 70 in Gainesville, Florida. Born on January 7, 1956, in Greencastle, Indiana, to Donald and Eula "Butch" Fountaine, Clyde grew up with a sense of duty that led him to enlist...
Marcus Clayton Reimer
Jan 19, 2026
Marcus Clayton Reimer, age 41, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026. He was born on June 5, 1984, in St. Augustine, Florida, to Russell Clayton Reimer and Teresa Turner Reimer. He spent his early years in St. Augustine before relocating to Jacksonville. Marcus was a humble young man known for his dedication to serving others....
Patricia Ann Harris Wells
Jan 18, 2026
Patricia Ann Harris Wells, age 82, of Baldwin, Florida, went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, January 18, 2026. She was born in Jacksonville on February 3, 1943, to Rosezellar (Norman) and Cecil Harris. Patricia lived in Baldwin most of her life and was a longtime member of Grace Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by...
April Yvonne Farence
Jan 17, 2026
April Yvonne Farence, age 47, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born in Jacksonville on October 16, 1978, to Mary Gail (Tison) and Russell Owen Davis. April was a wonderful young woman. Loving, kind, and extremely smart, she had a degree in archeology. April had traveled extensively to excavate and research historical...
Marcus "Shane" Hodges
Jan 17, 2026
Marcus "Shane" Hodges, age 36, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Cremation arrangements entrusted to the dedicated care of BLACKBURN-CURRY FUNERAL AND CREMATION, 380 N. Lowder Street, Macclenny, Florida 32063. (904) 259-2806
Marcus "Markie" Gene Hodges
Jan 17, 2026
Marcus "Markie" Gene Hodges, age 60, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at his home. Born on November 24, 1965, in Glen Saint Mary, he was the beloved son of Rosetta (Thrift) and Ronald Gene Hodges. Marcus's greatest joy was his grandchildren. They were the center of his world, and he took immense pride in...
Geraldine J. Lyons
Jan 14, 2026
Geraldine J. Lyons, age 84, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at her home with her family's loving presence surrounding her. She was born in Baxter, Florida, on June 16, 1941, one of three girls to Gertie (Gainey) and Hassie Johns. Mrs. Geraldine was a skilled fisherman and always tried to give Mr. Londie good...
Victor Allyn Crawford
Jan 11, 2026
Victor Allyn Crawford, age 75, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born on May 30, 1950, in Atlanta, Georgia, the only son of Reba (Matthews) and Russell Crawford. He had lived in Baker County for the past 12 years. Mr. Crawford faithfully...
Tienesha Deion Trottie
Jan 10, 2026
Tienesha Deion Trottie, age 46, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Cremation arrangements entrusted to the dedicated care of BLACKBURN-CURRY FUNERAL AND CREMATION, 380 N. Lowder Street, Macclenny, Florida 32063. (904) 259-2806
Nelda "Jean" Abels
Jan 8, 2026
Nelda Jean Abels, age 69, of Jacksonville, Florida, went peacefully home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at 12:45 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Jean passed away in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving sisters. Jean was born on February 28, 1956, in Odessa, Texas, to ...
Wanda Joyce Kirkland
Jan 7, 2026
Wanda Joyce Kirkland, age 72, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a lengthy illness. She was born on April 14, 1953, in Mobile, Alabama, one of four children to Dorothy (Sullivan) and J.B. Fauscett. Mrs. Kirkland was a devoted wife, caring mother, and beloved grandmother and great-grandmother, or "Grammie" as the kids...
Bonnie Lee Coffen
Jan 6, 2026
Bonnie Lee Coffen, age 80, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at PAM Specialty Health Hospital of Jacksonville after a lengthy illness. She was born on November 23, 1945, in Herkimer, New York, one of two daughters to Edith Coffen and Harold Wentworth. Bonnie was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed shopping, crocheting,...
