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Virginia "Ginger" Peek Willis

Virginia "Ginger" Peek Willis

October 4, 2026

Virginia “Ginger” Peek Willis, age 81, of Middleburg, Florida, passed away peacefully under the care of Community Hospice on Monday, October 4, 2026. She was born in Colquitt County, Georgia, on February 2, 1945, to Asylee and James Howell Peek.Mrs. Willis was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. A member of Long Branch Baptist Church, she was a...

David Nathaniel Rewis

David Nathaniel Rewis

September 29, 2026

David Nathaniel Rewis, age 55, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. He was born on February 22, 1971, in Jacksonville to Elna (Yarbrough) and Nathaniel Rewis.David had lived in Baker County all of his life. He was a devoted husband, caring father, and loving grandfather who enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, mudding in...

Vanis Hodges

Vanis Hodges

September 25, 2026

Vanis Hodges, age 87, of Glen Saint Mary, Florida, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 25, 2026. He was born in Baker County on May 10, 1939, and was a graduate of Baker County High School, Class of 1957.Vanis served as an Army Medic and then worked at CSX Railroad for 42 years until his retirement. He loved the Lord...

Betty Jean Hicks

Betty Jean Hicks

September 24, 2026

Betty Jean Baker Hicks, age 94, of Jacksonville, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 24, 2026. She was born in Moultrie, Georgia, on Friday, May 13, 1932, to William John Baker and Hazel Victoria (Kinard) Baker. She had lived in Jacksonville since she was a young teenager. Betty was introduced to Jesse “Jack” C. Hicks, Jr....

Tyane Vivian Taylor

Tyane Vivian Taylor

September 24, 2026

Tyane Vivian Taylor, age 50, of Macclenny, Florida, peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 9:02 a.m., following a lengthy illness and surrounded by the love and comfort of her family and loved ones. She was born on May 2, 1976, in Jacksonville to Oscar Agra and Teresa Terrell.Tyane was a loving mother to two beautiful daughters, who...

Stanley Murray McDaniel

Stanley Murray McDaniel

September 21, 2026

Stanley “Mac” Murray McDaniel, age 88, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Haven Hospice Suwannee Valley Care Center after an extended illness. He was born on July 29, 1938, in Brackenridge, Kentucky, the only son of Lucy (McDaniel) and Virgil Ward.Mac and his wife, Joyce, have lived here in Baker County for the...

James "Jim" Paul Geiger

James "Jim" Paul Geiger

September 20, 2026

James "Jim" Paul Geiger, age 77, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 4, 1949, in Melbourne, Florida, to Edith (Johns) and Holland P. Geiger.Jim graduated from Englewood High School in 1968. During his high school years, he played football, being chosen for the All City...

Teresa Capps Johns

Teresa Capps Johns

September 8, 2026

Teresa Capps Johns, age 64, of Maxville, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay after an extended illness. Born to Edith (Parker) and James Capps on December 19, 1961, she was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville.A caring mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Teresa devoted her time and love to raising her extensive family. Her quiet...

Otis Edgar Hanks

Otis Edgar Hanks

September 7, 2026

Otis Edgar Hanks, age 87, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 7, 2026. He was born in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Elsie Mae (Romine) and Granville Hanks on August 29, 1939.Mr. Hanks was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was an owner-operator trucker for over 20 years. Otis had...

Richard Shawn Moore

Richard Shawn Moore

September 6, 2026

Richard Shawn Moore, age 59, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at St. Vincent’s Clay. He was born on June 9, 1967, one of three children to Linda (Rose) and Roger Moore, and lived in Jacksonville for much of his life.Rick was a wonderful father, a loyal brother, and a dutiful son who enjoyed online...

Timothy Joseph Gabler

Timothy Joseph Gabler

September 3, 2026

Timothy Joseph Gabler, age 42, of Maxville, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 3, 2026. He was born in Kansas City, Kansas, to Terri Jean (Hays) and Harley Keith Gabler on July 26, 1984, and had lived in Baker County for some time before settling in Maxville.Tim was a devoted father, son, and brother who enjoyed being up in...

Michael Lee Tucker

Michael Lee Tucker

September 1, 2026

Michael Lee Tucker, age 58, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away at his home, surrounded by his beloved family, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Centralia, Illinois, to Anna Marie (Delany) and Max Tucker on July 6, 1968.Mike was a loving husband and father. He took tremendous care of his family and...

Tonya Lynn Oneal

Tonya Lynn Oneal

August 30, 2026

Tonya Lynn Oneal, age 55, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026.Cremation arrangements entrusted to the dedicated care of BLACKBURN-CURRY FUNERAL AND CREMATION, 380 N. Lowder Street, Macclenny, Florida 32063. 904-259-2806.

Joan Marie Moore

Joan Marie Moore

August 24, 2026

Joan Marie Moore, age 89, of Jacksonville, Florida, met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, August 24, 2026. She was born on March 16, 1937, to Lila Pearl Westcott Rounds and Edwin J. Rounds in Troy, New York, but had lived in Jacksonville most of her life. Joan was a longtime member of West Jacksonville Baptist Church. Survivors include...

Eli "EL" Leonidas Padgett

Eli "EL" Leonidas Padgett

August 17, 2026

Eli “EL” Leonidas Padgett, age 73, of Macclenny, Florida, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026, at St. Vincent’s Clay after suffering a medical emergency. Born on April 19, 1953, in Live Oak to Emory and Winifred (Boatright) Padgett, he had called Baker County home all his life.EL was a Godly man, devoted husband, beloved father, doting grandfather, cherished great-grandfather,...

Dorothy "Carol" Beazley Horton

Dorothy "Carol" Beazley Horton

August 14, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dorothy “Carol” Beazley Horton“The song is ended, but the melody lingers on.”Dorothy “Carol” Beazley Horton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 14, 2026. She was 79 years old.She passed peacefully in the care of St. Vincent’s Hospice, where she was surrounded by care and compassion, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of...

Nancy "June" L. Jacobs

Nancy "June" L. Jacobs

August 12, 2026

Nancy “June” L. Jacobs, age 67, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at her home, after an extended illness. The daughter of Julia Glendora (Clark) and William Leroy Hunter, she was born on March 23, 1959, in Live Oak, Florida.June was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother whose servant’s heart and quiet demeanor made...

Annette Davis Mash

Annette Davis Mash

August 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Annette Davis Mash December 26, 1957 – August 10, 2026 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Annette Davis Mash, age 68, of Macclenny, Florida, who passed from this life on August 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Annette was the daughter of the late Vernon “Tom” Davis and Ruby Lee (Lauramore) Davis. She was blessed to...

Donald "Don" Nelson Jerkins

Donald "Don" Nelson Jerkins

August 10, 2026

Donald Nelson Jerkins, age 88, of Maxville, Florida, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026, at St. Vincent's Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was born on October 9, 1937, in Waverley, Florida, to Lena M. (Sinclair) and Leo Desoto Jerkins, and had lived in Maxville for most of his life. Don graduated from Andrew Jackson High School, Class of...

Beverly Jeane Thomas

Beverly Jeane Thomas

August 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Beverly Jeane Thomas

On August 8, 2026, Heaven became just a little brighter and undoubtedly a little funnier as Beverly Jeane Thomas entered the presence of her Lord and Savior.Born on July 14, 1958, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Willie Gene Dorminey and Mary Geraldine Dorminey. She was preceded in death by both of her parents and one...

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