Old Clay County, Florida Obituaries

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WAINWRIGHT, JAMES RICHARD “J.R.”
Born: July 14, 1914 Died: October 06, 2011 Services: A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 10, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. at the Crosby Lake Cemetery in Starke Visitation: None Mr. James Richard “J.R.” Wainwright 97, of Starke passed away peacefully at the Parkside Assisted Living Facility in Starke on Thursday, October 6, 2011. He was born on July 14, 1914 in Starke to the late N.D. and Mary “Alvarez” Wainwright. Being a lifelong resident of Bradford County, Mr. Wainwright had also led a very active life. He served as Mayor of Starke for three terms, was the Manager of the State Farmers Market in Starke for many years, and was a retired farmer and cattleman. Mr. Wainwright memberships included the First United Methodist Church of Starke, Lions Club, Elks Club, and the Bradford County Cattleman’s Association. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Katie Wainwright and two sons; Richard Alvarez Wainwright and David Newnan Wainwright. Survivors are his daughters; Dr. Mary Katherine Wainwright and Betty Lou Shaw, nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and will be missed by his family. A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 10, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. at the Crosby Lake Cemetery in Starke. Donations may be made to Have Hospice, 4305 NW 90th Blvd. Gainesville, FL 32606m Crosby Lake Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 75, Starke, FL 32901 or the First United Methodist Church of Starke, P.O. Box 157, Starke, FL 32901. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 620 E. Nona St., Starke, FL 32091. On-line condolences may be left at www.jonesgallagherfh.com Memorials: Donations may be made to Have Hospice, 4305 NW 90th Blvd. Gainesville, FL 32606 Crosby Lake Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 75, Starke, FL 32901 or the First United Methodist Church of Starke, P.O. Box 157, Starke, FL 32901 Cemetery: Crosby Lake Cemetery

WAITES, DONNA MARIE
Mrs. Donna Marie Waites 71, of Keystone Heights passed away following on Friday, July 29, 2011 in Starke. She was born on December 19, 1939 in Waycross, Ga. Prior to her retirement she was a Social Services Director. She had been a longtime member of the Keystone Community Church and had also attended the Fresh Start Fellowship Church. She was very involved in her community and loved being active with her church and family. Survivors are her husband of 42 years, Ron Waites; children, Deborah Hall, Carol Still, Cynthia Ridaught, Rhonda Greene, Bo Waites, Lisa Umstattd; siblings, Julia Ann Hulett, Richard Cunningham, Linda Algna, C. J. Streitler, 13 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 3 in the Keystone Community Church with Pastor Rob Morford and Pastor Steve Conner officiating. Burial followed at the Keystone Heights Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr., Keystone Heights, Fla., 32656. 352-473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com

WALDRON, MILDRED AMELIA “MILLIE”
Mildred Amelia “Millie” Waldron passed away Wednesday August 31, 2011 in Orange Park, FL at the age of 83. She was born to Thomas and Josephine Van Horn on September 15, 1927 in Silver Springs, Maryland. Millie was blessed with six children, three sons Steven, Ronald, and Richard and three daughters, Linda, Joanne and Dolores. Millie and Ed were married on September 4, 1978. She worked as accounts payable clerk in the US Coast Guard retiring in 1989. Millie loved to crochet. Millie became affiliated with the Loyal Order of Moose when her husband, Ed joined Parkersbury, West Virginia Lodge #1118. Millie and Ed came to Moosehaven on March 26, 2003 where she has lived for 8 years. Funeral Service held Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 10:00 AM followed by interment in the Moosehaven Mausoleum. Services conducted by Rev. Helen Taylor and Opportunity Chapter. She is survived by her husband, Ed Waldron, a Moosehaven Resident, Orange Park, Florida and three sons, Ronald Cliff of Polk City, Iowa, Richard Cliff of Sioux City, Iowa, Steven Heslop of Maryland and three daughters, Linda Leonard of Madison, North Carolina, Joanne Vandenburg of Buchan, Georgia Dolores Crowgey of Avondale Estates, Georgia. Her 3 sisters and 2 brothers, all preceded her in death. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.

WALKER, ROBERT STANLEY
Mr. Robert Stanley Walker, 65, passed away Wednesday August 3, 2011 peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Troy, NY to Stanley and Virginia Walker. He was a longtime resident of Orange Park and was married to Kay Walker. He attended Watervliet High School Class of 1964. After high school, he attended Hudson Valley and then went into the US Army. Bob was a member of the Moose Promenade Square Dancing club. He was a giving and loving friend to all and loved being able to put a smile on others faces. He was a talented builder who was the jack of all trades. He is preceded in death by his parents and late wife Marcia. He is survived by his wife, Kay Walker; sister, Marie Connelly (Don); daughters, Janette Branham (DJ),Sherri Johnson (Mike), Lynn Hargreaves (Cody), Karen Fowler and Jessica Fowler (Brett); son, John Fowler; seven grandchildren, Sherilyn, Andrew, RJ, Emily, Kyle, Zachary, and Luke; many nieces and nephews whether by blood or love he is forever Uncle Bob. We are tremendously grateful to Community Hospice for embracing our Dad and family with such compassion and love. He was under Hospice care for a long battle with cancer caused by Agent Orange while serving in Vietnam. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida 4266 Sunbeam Rd Jacksonville, FL 32257. The family will receive friends at the Moose Lodge on Thursday, August 11th from 6pm till 8pm located at 5051 Collins Road Jacksonville, FL 32244. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Cremation arrangements by Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, Fl. 32043, (904) 284-4000.

WALLACE, WILLIAM B.
Mr. William B. Wallace, 74, passed away Friday, January 9, 2011. He was born on October 4, 1936 in Birmingham, AL to William and Vata Wallace. He was serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam War when his helicopter was shot down. He received 2 purple hearts and retired as a Major following 20 years of dedicated service. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Middleburg. He was a Mason and a member of the Morocco Shrine Temple and Scottish Rite Bodies. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara Faye Wallace; son, Ronald (Brenda) Wallace of Jacksonville; daughter, Jacquelyn (Raymond) Thomas of Middleburg; grandchildren, Nicole Dragoo, Lindsey Thomas, Shawn Thomas, Lauren Thomas and Emiley Wallace; great-grandchildren, Tristan and Rayna Dragoo; sister-in-law, Betty Jacobs; sisters, Susan (George) Owen and Betty Folsom and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Tuesday, January 18 at the Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd. Jacksonville, Fla., 32218 with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Hospice of N.E. Florida. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements by Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, Fla., (904) 284-4000.

Ward, Annette
Born: June 06, 1937 Died: December 08, 2011 Services: A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 12, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. at the Eliam Cemetery in Melrose. Visitation: There will be no visitation. The family has requested that there be no obituary.

WARD, BERTHA S.
Mrs. Bertha S. Ward 102, of Keystone Heights passed away on Thursday May 5, 2011 in Sanford. She was born in Enigma, Georgia on April 22, 1909 to the late Lovick Pierce and Willa Shippey. In 1958 she had moved to Keystone Heights from Jacksonville and was a homemaker. She was also a member of the Gadara Baptist Church, an Avon representative, and was well known for her peanut and pecan brittle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reverend Leamon Ward. Survivors are her daughter, Carol Hodges (Dr. G. E.) Hodges; son, Ronald Leamon Ward (Jane); siblings, Payel Shippey; J.E. Shippey; 6 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday, May 9 in the Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home Chapel with the Dr. G.E. Hodges and Pastor Ward Hodges officiating. Burial followed at Dekle Cemetery in Lake Butler. Arrangements by Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr., Keystone Heights 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com

WARD, JUDITH KAY
Judith Kay Ward of Orange Park, Florida passed away on June 28, 2011. She has been a resident of Orange Park for 23 years. The daughter of Jewel and Cebert Wriston of Mossy, West Virginia was born on April 5, 1945. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Dennis Lee Ward and their two daughters, Jamie (Louis) Poretti of Orange Park, Florida and Sherry (John) Jarman of Clendenin, West Virginia. She also leaves behind her brother, Thomas Wriston of Mossy, West Virginia, two grandchildren, Brittany (James) Senna and Brady Ward McCrosky and three step-grandchildren, Shane Jarman, Sheena Trost and Marissa Poretti. Judith was preceded in death by her parents: Jewel and Cebert Wriston of Mossy, West Virigina and her brother James Wriston of Summersville, West Virginia. At the family’s request, there will be a private service at a later date. Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to The American Cancer Society. Cremations arrangements provided by Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, 127 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL. Please post tributes at www.hardagegiddensrivermead.com

WARREN, MS. JANET LOUISE
Born: May 12, 1951 Died: October 02, 2011 Services: Graveside funeral services for Janet will be on Thursday, October 6, 2011 at 1:00 PM in the Wauchula Cemetery, Wauchula FL. Visitation: N/A Ms. Janet Louise Warren age 60 of Chiefland formerly of Wauchula and Sebring, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Tri-Counties Hospice Care Center following an extended illness. Ms. Warren was born on May 12, 1951 to the late George Fisher and Alice Thomas Warren and was disabled. She was a member of First Methodist Church of Wauchula. Janet was preceded in death by her twin brother James Lawson Warren. Survivors are: brother: Thomas Lawson Warren of Hobe Sound; Care givers and co-guardians: Winnie Warren Crews of Old Town; Emily Warren Bartels of Chiefland; nephew: Jules Warren of the US Navy; niece: Katheryn Jean “Katie” Warren Casey; sister-in-law: Cindy Warren both of Wauchula. Graveside funeral services for Janet will be on Thursday, October 6, 2011 at 1:00 PM in the Wauchula Cemetery, Wauchula FL with Pastor Danielle Upton officiating. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME OF STARKE 904-964-6200. On-line condolences may be left at www.jonesgallagherfh.com. Cemetery: Wauchula Cemetery

WASSON, RONALD G.
Ronald G. Wasson, 78, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away December 22, 2012. He was born in Peoria, IL, to parents, Rolland and Marvel Wasson. He attended high school in Peoria and Lewistown, IL, graduating in 1952. Ronald joined the Navy for four years and then began working for Caterpillar Incorporated until his retirement in 1990. At that time he moved to Fleming Island where he enjoyed a retirement of fishing, golf and travel. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, and is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Norma J. Wasson; daughter, Debra Ann Lawrence (Chasel); son, Stephen Wasson; stepdaughters, Sherri Alexander (Hardie) and Susan Smith; stepsons, Stephen Smith and Stuart Smith; beloved grandsons, granddaughters, and great grandchildren; as well as many friends. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and brother-in-law. A private family memorial will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Haven Hospice, 745 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, FL, 32065. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.

WATTLES, BENNETT RANSOM
Mr. Bennett Ransom Wattles, 91, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday April 16, 2011. He was the son of Mr. Bennett Timothy Wattles and Phebe Goodrich Wattles, and was born in Green Cove Springs. He served in the United States Army, 663 Engineer Topographic Company, in Europe during World War Two and was honorably discharged upon returning home until his retirement in 1989. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 PM at Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, 127 Blanding Blvd. Orange Park, FL 32073. Graveside service was held Saturday, April 23 in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Green Cove Springs with Pastor Tim McDaniel officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Wolfson Children’s Hospital, 800 Prudential Dr. Jacksonville Fla., 32207 or Disabled American Vets, DAV, P.O. Box 14301 Cincinnati, Ohio, 45250-0301 (Atten: Gift Processing) or Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd. Jacksonville, Fl 32257. Post tributes at www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com. Please join us in celebrating his life at www.mem.com

WEAVER, MARY MARGARET
Mrs. Mary Margaret Weaver 85, of Keystone Heights passed away at Shands Hospital in Starke Fla. on Wednesday, May 25, 2011. Mary was born in Meigs County, Ohio on May 1, 1926 to the late Ross and Marie (Carnahan) Norris. She has been a resident of Keystone Heights for the past six years and was a homemaker. Mary was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan Lightfoot, grandson, Michael Lightfoot, brother, Carroll Norris, and an infant sister, Rachel Norris. Survivors are her husband of 64 years, Richard Weaver and their children, Roger Weaver (Cathy) of Keystone Heights, FL, Theresa Pressley (Randy) of Syracuse, OH, and Phil Weaver of Hartford, WV. She is also survived by her siblings, Virgil Norris of Mr. Vernon, OH, Opal Betz (Jim) of Gallipolis, OH, and nine grandchildren. There will be no local services held. Burial will be at the Letart Falls Cemetery in Meigs County, Ohio. Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr., Keystone Heights, FL 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com

WEBB, MARTHA LOUISE
Mrs. Martha Louise Webb, 92, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at The Pavilion at Penney Farms. She was born on May 20, 1918 in Springfield, OH to James Lindsay and Jenny Mae Kearney Lindsay. She was a Registered Nurse prior to retirement. Survivors include her husband of 69 years, James M. Webb; daughters, Margaret Brown of South Portland, ME and Judith (Joshua) Kay of Tacoma, WA; grandchildren, Karla Demmler, Andrew Brown, Jeremy Kay, Cassandra Monaco and Lindsay Webb; great-grandchildren, Chloe Demmler, Marissa Webb and Hunter Monaco; and nephew, Stephen Lindsay of Jacksonville. A service celebrating her life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday May 29, 2011 at Penney Memorial Church, Penney Farms with Rev. James Archibald officiating. Please sign the family"s online guest book at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements by Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, Fla., (904) 284-4000.

WEBSTER, Merle Ray
Merle Ray Webster, age 85, of Green Cove Springs, a retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief, died November 22, 2011. Service Information can be obtained from Cheney - Witt Funeral Home in Fort Scott, Kansas (620) 223-1186. Arrangements by HELM-GALLAGHER Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Green Cove Springs. 904-284-9696. www.hlemgallagherfh.com

WEISCOPF, GARY LEE
Mr. Gary Lee Weiscopf, 67, of Middleburg, Fla., passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2011. He was born to Leo and Dorothy Weiscopf on November 18, 1943 in Dumont, NJ. He honorably served in the United States Navy and retired after 30 years of dedicated service. Survivors include one son, one daughter, one brother, nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Online guestbook available at www.adignifiedalternative.net Cremation arrangements by A Dignified Alternative-Hatcher Cremations, 3063 Hartley Road, Suite 7, Jacksonville, FL 32257 (904) 260-2522

Welch, James D.
James D. Welch (Tex), age 78, died peacefully at his home on December 24, 2011, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 18, 1933 in Franklin, TX to the late Frank Welch and Addie Click. He moved to Jacksonville in 1954 and started his career with Ryder Truck Lines, where he retired after 37 years of service. Mr. Welch was a member of Westside Baptist Church. James is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bonnie, his two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Dawn Welch of Green Cove Springs and Daniel and Michelle Welch of Monroeville, AL, his granddaughter Dana Welch, one sister Bernice Keir of St Cloud, FL, and one brother Darrell Welch of Tampa, FL. He is further survived by nieces and nephews and many friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 28, at Russell Haven of Rest Funeral Home, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. The Reverend Ron Baker will officiate. Relatives and friends are welcome at Russell Haven of Rest Funeral home Tuesday from 5-7PM. The family of Mr. Welch wishes to thank Bro. Ray Mayfield for all the prayers and for simply being there over the past months as well as for his continuing ministry to the family. Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (904-284-7720). www.RHRCemeteryandFuneralHome.com

WELLS, ILA JEAN FULLERTON
Mrs. Ila Jean Fullerton Wells, 95, resident of Oxford, Ohio, since 2007, died peacefully July 3, 2011, at The Knolls of Oxford. She was born September 12, 1915, in Atkinson, Neb. Her childhood was spent in Nebraska; her youth, in Penney Farms, Fla., where her father was an investor in Mr. J.C. Penney's experimental farm community. She lived many years in Daytona Beach, Fla., caring for her husband, Jack Lawrence Wells, who was severely disabled by a stroke in 1967. They were long-time members of the Stroke Club and spent many summers at Easter Seals Camp Challenge in Mt. Dora, Fla. Her husband preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by one brother, Donald Fullerton, Green Cove Springs; two daughters: Toni Saldivar (Sam), Oxford, OH, and Christine Head, Deland, Fla.; four grandchildren: Samuel M. Saldivar, Los Angeles, CA, Matthew Saldivar, New York, NY, Hannah Meyers (Jaysn), Waukesha, WI, and Joshua Head, Deland, FL. She will be remembered as a talented artist, avid reader, gifted writer of poetry and prose, loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. Memorial service will be held at Broadus-Raines Chapel at 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL, on Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m. Inurnment will follow in the Penney Farms Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, her family asks that contributions be made to the Easter Seal Society, which helps stroke victims and their families. Please sign the family’s online register book and view the memory video at www.broadusraines.com Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, Fla., (904) 284-4000.

WESTBROOK, JAMES ALBERT
Mr. James Albert Westbrook, 68, passed away Saturday June 18, 2011. He was born March 6, 1943 in Conneaut, OH to Donald and Freeda Johnston Westbrook. He had served in the Army National Guard and was retired from the printing business. He had resided in the Jacksonville area for the past 3 years coming from Tucson, AZ. Survivors include his daughters, Pam (Jim) Mylrea, Jeana Westbrook and Jennifer (fiancé, Matt Kornick) Westbrook; his son, Aaron (Jessica) Westbrook; and six grandchildren. Per Mr. Westbrook’s request, the family is going to scatter his ashes at Gates Pass in Tucson, AZ. Please sign the family’s guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Cremation arrangements by Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs, Fla., 32043.

WESTFALL, GEORGIA I.
(January 21, 1922 - October 11, 2011) Georgia I. Westfall, 89, of Green Cove Springs, FL, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, October 11, 2011. She was born on January 21, 1922 in Belleview, IL to parents, Delbert and Ethel Richards. Mrs. Westfall was an LPN and was a member of the Green Cove Springs Assembly of God Church. She was very active in her community, volunteering at Orange Park Medical Center, the Clay County Prison Ministry, the American Cancer Society, Governors Creek Nursing Home as well as being a volunteer driver for Hospice patients. She was an active member of the Salvation Army of Clay County Women’s Home League and served as their Secretary, Program Chairman and Worship Chairman. Mrs. Westfall was preceded in death by her son, Darrell Westfall and is survived by her son, Merrill Westfall and wife Susan; daughters, Anita Lawrence and husband Bob and Marlene Heckman; brother, Fred Richards; 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm Sunday, October 23, 2011 at the Salvation Army, 2795 County Road 220, Middleburg, FL 32068. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to the Salvation Army. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.

WHEELER, SANDRA LEA
Mrs. Sandra Lea Wheeler, age 64, of Green Cove Springs, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 10, 2011. She is survived by her children, Jerri Dague; Shawnee Nash; Robert Lowers II; and Curtis Lower. She also had ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. She was a member of the First Ward Latter Day Saints Church of Fleming Island. Arrangements by Helm-Gallagher Funeral Home & Cremation Services, SR 16, 1811 Idlewild Ave., Green Cove Springs. 904-284-9696. www.helmgallagherfh.com

WHIDDEN, MIKE
Mr. Mike Whidden, 49, of East Palatka and formerly of Keystone Heights passed away Friday, April 8, 2011 at the Putnam Community Medical Center in Palatka. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jean Gilliam and his father, Harley Whidden. He is survived by his fiancée, Angela Parrish of East Palatka; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Deborah and Ronnie Masters of Keystone Heights, and Lisa and Robbie Bullington of Winter Haven; two local nieces, Nicole Mizell and Rachel Hensley, both of Keystone Heights; and one local nephew, Douglas Masters of Keystone Heights. Gifts in Mike’s memory may be sent to Masters Funeral Home, 3015 Crill Ave., Palatka, FL 32177 to help the family defray expenses. Funeral services were held on Friday, April 15 at the funeral home.

White, Heather Nicole (White)
June 24, 1986 - March 16, 2012

WHITEHEAD, EDNA CORRINE
Mrs. Edna Corrine Whitehead, age 87 of Farmville, VA passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012 in Farmville. She was a devout Christian, avid gardener, loved sewing, cooking, attending wine tasting events, watching birds and she loved animals. She was preceded in death by her husband Denver Dell Whitehead and her son-in-law Charles Andrew Bowen, III. She is survived by; her children, Dellene Bowen of Farmville, VA, Charles Tanner Whitehead (Martha) of Plano, TX, Jeanene Fisher (David) of Farmville, VA, her grandchildren; Scott Bowen ( Adam Humphrey) of New Haven, CT, Dallas Corvinus (Viola) U.S. Army England, Lisa Ann Whitman (Darrin) Allen, TX, Jerimé Trude(Owen) of Lusby, MD, Daniel Tuttle of Kazo-shi-Saitama, Japan, Greg Tuttle ( Justin Bridgers ) of Lusby, MD, her step-grandchildren; Cory Fisher (Kara) of Loxahatchee, FL, Alex Fisher of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, her great-grandchildren; Rebekka Bowen of Farmville, VA, Emma Whitman of Allen, TX, Otto Corvinus and Fritz Corvinus both of England, and her sister Peggy Lavine of Midland, TX. A Celebration of her life will be held 3:00 PM Sunday September 30, 2012 at The Navy Recreation Center, Solomon’s Island, MD. Interment will be at a later date at Florida National Cemetery Bushnell, FL. The family suggest that memorial contributions be made to The American Heart Association. The Shorter Funeral Home of Farmville, VA is serving the family. www.shorterfuneralhome. com

Whitener, John Kendred
March 26, 1949 - December 9, 2011 Arrangements under the direction of Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, Orange Park, FL.

WILKERSON, ANGEL ROBYN LEE
A beloved Angel Robyn Lee Wilkerson passed away Thursday May 12, 2011 after a long battle with cancer. Born on March 7, 1965 in Bennington, VT, she is survived by her loving and devoted husband and soul mate of 24 years; Shawn Wilkerson; also surviving her step-daughter, Toni Wilkerson; and her mother-in-law, Elsie L. Wilkerson; her father and mother: John and Sharon Sheldon; 2 sisters: Tracy (Jason) Cummings and Roxanne Benson; brother-in-law; Jerry Wilkerson; grandmother, Florence Strickland; and several nephews and many-many devoted and loyal friends. She was an avid animal lover, especially her horses and dogs. She touched all the lives of people she met. She truly is a special person who will be missed. Funeral services were held Monday, May 16 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4342 County Road 218, Middleburg, Fla., with Bishop Bob Gradon. Burial followed in Holly Hill Memorial Park. Please post tributes at www.hollyhillfunerals.com.

WILKES, WILLIAM SCOTT
Mr. William Scott Wilkes, 31, witty, fun, and full of life, entered eternal life with the Lord on Saturday, July 2, 2011. Born August, 1979, he grew up on Belmore farm in Keystone Heights, graduated from Keystone Heights High School in 1998, and received his Bachelor’s Degree from University of North Florida in construction management. Scott was employed with E. Vaughn Rivers Construction for nine years and recently received his commercial contractor’s license. He loved spending time with his family, friends, and Florida Gator football. He is predeceased by his grandmother, Georgia Murrhee, who passed away in May, 2011. Amazing Husband and Father, he leaves to this earth his wife of five years, Stephanie; son, Clayton 2 ½, and daughter Harper, 3 months old; his parents, The Honorable William A. and Delores M. Wilkes; grandfather, Jennings Murrhee; brother and sister-in-law, Joseph J. (Joey) and Dawn Wilkes; sister and brother-in-law, Kristen and Dr. Andrew West; nephew, Jennings Wilkes; niece, Anna Wilkes; future niece, Georgia West, due in October, 2011; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and true friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 7 at Trinity Baptist Church, 2716 SE State Rd. 21, Keystone Heights, FL with the Rev. Brad Williams and the Rev. Scott Stanland officiating. Interment will follow in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Green Cove Springs. The families would like to express their deep gratitude to all of the law enforcement agencies and personnel for their assistance during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Shand’s Pediatric Emergency Hospital, c/o Shand’s Health Care, Office of Development, P.O. Box 100386, Gainesville, FL 32610, in memory of William Scott Wilkes, pediatric E.R. or online, www.shandsgiving.org, Children’s Services, in memory of William Scott Wilkes. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Arrangements by Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904) 284-4000.

WILLIAMS, AUDREY
Mrs. Audrey Williams, age 81, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2011. She was the wife of 53 years to the late Al T. Williams and is survived by her son, Terry Williams (Cindy) and grandson, Tanner Williams. Graveside service will be held Friday, June 24, in Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Orange Park at 2 p.m. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, 127 Blanding Blvd. Orange Park, Fla., 32073 in charge of arrangements. Post tributes at www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com

WILLIAMS, BUEL CARLTON
March 26, 1933 - October 6, 2011 Arrangements under the direction of Holly Hill Funeral Home, Middleburg, FL.

WILLIAMS, FANNIE MAE
Born: October 23, 1919 Died: September 14, 2011 Services: Funeral services for Mrs. Williams will be on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 11:00 AM in New Hope Baptist Temple, 9900 103rd Street, Jacksonville, FL 32210. Visitation: The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to services on Thursday, September 22, 2011.
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Funeral services for Mrs. Williams will be on Monday, September 26, 2011 at 11:00 in Cluster Baptist Church, AL-32, Aliceville, AL 35442. Visitation: The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to services. Fannie Mae Williams (Fan) was born October 23, 1919 in a place called Stone Place near Macon, Mississippi. After leaving Stone Place the family moved to a place called Bushes, Alabama. There in Bushes, Bobby (Bo), Sylone (Hon-Doll/Tee-Wee) Luke (Man), R L (Nenn), Lovelle (Red), and Flozell Jr. (Bud) were born. Soon the family moved back to Mississippi, a place called the Robinson Plantation, there Sadie (Bae-Bee) Earlie James (Bubu) and Vera Mae (Sister) were Born. This completed the circle of children born to Flozell and Katie Windham. Fannie Mae confessed Christ early as her personal savior and served her family, church and community wherever she was throughout her life. She departed this life at her home in Starke, Florida Wednesday Morning, September 14, 2011 at 5:30 AM. She was preceded in death by one son, one grandson, and five brothers. She leaves to mourn her passing one son, Herbert C. (MariaFe) Winston of Jacksonville, Florida and a daughter, Rosie Mae Greggs of Irvington, New Jersey, five sisters: Sylone Windham of Aliceville, Alabama, Sadie W. Bedford of Chicago, Illinois, Vera Mae Style of Newark, New Jersey, Willie Belle (Billy Joe) Bonner, Materia (Robert) Wilkins all of Aliceville, Alabama, and Claudia (Thomas) Jones of Minneapolis, Minnesota, two brothers: R L Windham of Detroit, Michigan and Earlie James Windham of Chicago, Illinois, seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A viewing for Mrs. Williams will be on Thursday, September 22, 2011 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM with home going services starting at 11 o’clock in New Hope Baptist Temple, 9900 103rd Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32210. Pastor Charles Bolt will officiate. A second viewing will be held on Monday, September 26, 2011 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM with going home services beginning at 11 o’clock in Cluster Baptist Church, AL-32, Aliceville, Alabama 35442. Interment will follow in the Community Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Tommy Cox officiating.
Lavender's Funeral Services, 11233 Hwy 17 S., Aliceville, AL 35442, 205-373-2420 will be in charge of the Alabama arrangements.
In lieu of flowers please make donations in honor of Mrs. Fannie Mae Williams to the Youth Group of either Cluster Baptist Church or New Hope Baptist Temple. Florida Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME OF STARKE 904-964-6200. On-Line condolences may be left at www.jonesgallagherfh.com. Memorials: In lieu of flowers please make donations in honor of Fannie Mae Williams to the Youth Group of either Cluster Baptist Church, 119 Crepe Myrtle Dr., Columbus, MS, 39705 or New Hope Baptist Temple, 9900 103rd St., Jacksonville, FL 32210-0824. Cemetery: Cluster Cemetery

WILLIAMS, GLENDA FAYE
Mrs. Glenda Faye Williams, 69, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011 in Orange Park, Fla. She was born March 2, 1942 in Green Cove Springs to David and Evelyn Guthrie Knight. She was a member of Decoy Baptist Church and had been the Manager of Clay Springs Apartments and the Fina Convenience stores. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Gary Allen Knight; and daughter, Patricia Ann Grubbs. Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Marion Williams; children, Toby (June) Grubbs, Rhonda (Darrell) Tucker, Melinda Grubbs and David (Opal Milam) Grubbs; step-sons, Ricky (Carol) and David (Sarah) Williams; brothers, Donald (Connie), Jimmy, Mike (Linda), Terry (Karla), Timothy (Loretta) and Tony (Karen) Knight; 19 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 9 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel with Rev. Charlie Hunt officiating. Interment will follow in Hickory Grove Cemetery. Please sign the family’s on-line guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Arrangements by Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs, Fla., 32043, (904) 284-4000.

Williams, Ida Mae Newman
Ida Mae Newman Williams, 84, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away Peacefully on Monday, February 25, 2013. She was the daughter of Bob and Edna Newman and the oldest of 9 children and mother of 5 children. Ida was married for 52 years to Charles Williams. In Knoxville, TN she worked as a ticket seller at a movie theater and then at a bean processing factory where she carried 50lb bags of beans. Ida also worked at Kress 5 & 10 store and at W. T. Grants. Her 1st job after moving to Florida was at W. T. Grants in Jacksonville. She also worked for Sears and Cedar Hills Utility. Ida volunteered for over 13 years with the Green Cove Springs Athletic Association. She helped with football, baseball, softball and cheerleading as well as with the many fundraisers needed to keep the kids playing. Ida loved to shop and spend time with her family and friends. She loved to travel to Gatlinburg, TN and the Smokey Mountains. She enjoyed connecting with family and friends on Facebook and was an active Farmville player. Her biggest and best jobs were as a wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Ida will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Charles E. Williams in 2005 and her son, Victor M. Williams in 1986. Survivors include her sons, Charles “Mike” Williams and Ricky E. Williams; daughters, Patricia S. Zeigler (William) and Teresa L. Williams (Troy Fish); brothers, Robert “Junior” Newman and Michael “Mickey” Newman; sisters, Betty Booth and Susie Gilbert (Dennis); grandchildren, Michael Williams, Jason Williams, Mark Williams, April Williams Ivey, Travis Williams, Chad Williams, Vic Williams, Joe Zeigler and Troy Williams ;great-grandchildren, Tyler Williams, Gunner Ivey, Keira Davis Williams and Payton Ivey. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, March 1, 2013 at Broadus-Raines Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, March 2, 2013 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel with Reverend Charlie Hunt and Reverend Tim Hall officiating. Interment will follow in the Hickory Grove Cemetery. Please sign the family’s online register book and view the memory video at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.

WILLIAMS, REBECCA (SUE FRANCIS)
(October 18, 1953 - October 11, 2011)
Rebecca Williams (Sue Francis), 57, Fletcher class of 1971, passed peacefully after a lengthy illness on October 11, 2011. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie and Donna Francis and sister, Frankie. She is survived by her sisters Connie (Francis) Bingham of KS, Leigh Chapman of Jacksonville Bch, FL and Lorie (Francis) Schroeder of LA, and nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 23, 2011 in the chapel of Community Hospice, Earl B. Hadlow Center, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 (904) 268-5200. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.

WILLIAMS, ROBERT R.
April 24, 1930 - October 28, 2011
Robert R. Williams, age 81, passed away on October 28, 2011. He was born in Elizabeth, West Virginia and resided in Clay County for twenty-five years. Robert was a veteran of the Air Force. Survivors include his wife Eleanor "Bunny" R. Williams, three sons, Michael J. Williams, Bruce E. Williams (Alice), Mark R. Williams (Bernadette), daughter, Esther Mitte (Kalani), sister, Delores Wilson, 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 1, 2011 from 6 to 8 PM at HOLLY HILL FUNERAL Home, 3601 Old Jennings Rd. Middleburg, FL 32068. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4342 County Road 218, Middleburg, FL 32068 with Bishop Bob Graden officiating. Please post tributes at www.hollyhillfunerals.com

Wilson, Deborah "Debbie" Lynne Willimon
Deborah “Debbie” Lynne Willimon Wilson, 58, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 20, 2012. She was born April 6, 1953 in Pensacola, FL to parents Clifton P. and Mary Emily Head Willimon. She was a life long resident of the Clay County area and a 1971 graduate of Clay High School. Debbie was of the Baptist faith a faithful servant of God and attended Russell Baptist Church where she was a Sunday School Teacher and a member of the choir. When trying to tell you a little about her she said it best on her facebook bio “I am a Christian, a wife, a mother and grandmother and friend by the grace of God. In the Garden, He pursued us; In the ark, He protected us; In the wilderness, He provided for us; On the cross, He proved to us that He alone is worthy of ultimate trust.” Debbie is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Timothy Willimon. She is survived by her husband, Max R. Wilson; children, Margaret Lynne Clary Matheson (Bradley), Martin Sims Clary (Bridget) and Jane Emily Clary Buchanan (Clinton); brothers, Mike Willimon (Vanessa), Bobby Willimon and Mark Willimon (Malissa); grandchildren, Christopher, Andrew, Katie, Emma, Gina and Erin. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Russell Baptist Church on Friday, March 23, 2012 at 2:00 pm with Reverends Ron Baker, Charlie Hunt and Garrett Hayes officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Russell Baptist Church Building Fund, 2299 Sandridge Rd., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 in her memory. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.

WILSON, JAMES
Born: February 09, 1927- Died: October 08, 2011
Services: There will be no services.
Visitation: None

WILSON, JUANITA M. KNOWLES
Juanita M. Knowles Wilson, age 74, of Green Cove Springs, a retired entrepreneur, passed away peacefully Tuesday August 09, 2011 at the Community Hospice Hadlow Center. She was born in Green Cove Springs on March 11, 1937 to Marion Knowles and Ethel Wilkerson. She is preceded in death by her husband of 12 years, William E. Wilson. She is survived by her three loving sons; Michael Kubeck (Debra) of Douglas, GA., Alan Kubeck (Karen) of Tulsa, OK., Ricky Kubeck (Denise) of Keaton Beach, Fla.; two sisters; Mickie Amos (Clarence) of Old Town, Fla., Shirley Raines of Green Cove Springs, two brothers; Ronald Knowles (Sue) of Waynesboro, Tn., Donald Knowles of Old Town, Fla., and her four grandchildren. She owned and operated Juanita’s Jewelry Store and Juanita’s Beauty Salon in Green Cove Springs for well over ten years and loved to cook when not at work. The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. In Lieu of Flowers the family requests memorials be made to Northeast Florida Community Hospice the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring 4266 Sunbeam Rd. Jax, Fla., 32257 (904) 268-5200. Arrangements by Helm-Gallagher Funeral Home & Cremation Services. 904-284-9696.

WILSON, KENNETH LEE
Mr. Kenneth Lee Wilson,a resident of Penney Farms, died Monday, Jan. 3, 2005 at the Pavilion for Health Care at Penney Retirement Community at the age of 88. Born July 2, 1916 in Pittsburg, PA. Mr. Wilson came to Penney Farms 14 years ago from White Plains, NY. A longtime editor of Christian Herald magazine, he was a world traveler who worked with missionaries and wrote hundreds of articles about his experiences. He authored three books: Angel at Her Shoulder, Have Faith Without Fear and All Things Considered. Mr. Wilson later worked for the Christian relief organizations World Vision and Feed the Children. In his youth, he was an avid photographer and ran his own print shop. He enjoyed reading and woodworking. In his retirement years he was the founder and a member of Penney Writers. Mr. Wilson was a member of the Penney Memorial Church and First Baptist Church of White Plains, NY. He was an ordained minister of the Church Of Christ. In Aug. of 2004, Mr. Wilson was preceded in death by Juanita Wilson, his beloved wife of 63 years. Known for his wonderful sense of humor, he was loved and admired by his many friends and his family. He is survived by two daughters: Emily W. Carter of Bethel, CT. and Sally W. Siler (Sam) of Tallahassee, Fl.; two sons: David Lee Wilson of Kihei, HI. and James Kenneth Wilson (Janet) of Westfield, NJ. as well as eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Helm Funeral Home, Green Cove Springs.

WILSON, THERESA HEAD
July 12, 1946 - October 20, 2011
Arrangements under the direction of Holly Hill Funeral Home, Middleburg, FL.

WISE, FRANCIS W.
Mr. Francis W. Wise, age 88, a retired aircraft mechanic, of O’Brien, Florida, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2011.
Arrangements by Helm-Gallagher Funeral Home & Cremation Services. 904-284-9696.

Wites, William Coleman
Mr. William Coleman Wites, Jr. 73 a longtime resident of Keystone Heights passed away on Wednesday December 7, 2011 at the Shands UF in Gainesville following and extended illness. Mr. Waites was born on September 26, 1938 in Jacksonville, FL to the late William C. and Agnes (Padgett) Waites and had served in the United States Air Force. He was a 1956 graduate of Paxon High School in Jacksonville, had attended Stetson University in Deland, and also worked part time at the Keystone Heights Golf and Country Club. Mr. Waites was preceded in death by his sister in law; Donna Waites and is survived by his brother; Ronald B. Waites of Keystone Heights and three children. There are no scheduled services at this time. Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DR. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656. 352-473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com

WOJCINSKI, LEO F. (SKI), JR.
Leo F. (Ski) Wojcinski, Jr., age 83, of Melrose, a retired air traffic controller, passed away peacefully July 23, 2011 at the Haven Hospice of Gainesville. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years; Alice Wojcinski; his son, David Wojcinski (Richard) of Gainesville; and brother, Allen Wojcinski (Jaylee) of Wilmingtom, Ohio, and his very special friend “Oreo”. Leo was an avid bass fisherman and outdoorsman. Arrangements by Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, Keystone Heights, 352-473-3176

Wolf, Vera V.
November 15, 1921 - November 20, 2011
Arrangements under the direction of Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, Orange Park, FL.

WOOD, FONCINE FORTSON
Mrs. Foncine Fortson Wood was born in Kokomo, Indiana, on September 26, 1945, to Richard Merle Fortson and Marianne Patterson Fortson (deceased April 2010). She is survived by her father Merle, her sister Fiona Fortson Janelle (Larry), her husband of 44 years, James L. (Jim) Wood, and her two wonderful children, James L. Wood Jr. (Lisa Bodvar) and Jennifer L. Wood (Mark Anthony Ryder) as well as loving niece Caitlin Janelle, nephew Cameron Janelle and two beautiful Pembroke Corgi dogs, Annie and Macaulay. She passed on Saturday, July 23, 2011, listening to ocean waves and surrounded by loving family. Foncine and Jim met at Indiana University-Bloomington in 1963 and married June 10, 1967 in Kokomo, Indiana. They raised their children in Munster, Indiana and Naperville, Illinois. Foncine was an avid reader, equestrian mom, adventurous traveler, golfer and enthusiastic supporter of all things related to children and animals. Foncine graduated from Kokomo High School with honors in June 1963 and continued her education at Indiana University-Bloomington. While working and raising children, she also earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Programming from Purdue University, a Bachelor of Science-Computer Science at North Central College and a Master of Science-Management from National-Louis University. A Celebration of Life will be held in her memory from 5:00-7:00 PM on Saturday, August 13, at the Eagle Harbor Golf Course Clubhouse at 2217 Eagle Harbor Parkway, Fleming Island, FL 32003. Family and friends are invited to this informal gathering to share unique life stories about Foncine. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in her honor to Community Hospice of North East Florida www.communityhospice.com/, Safe Animal Shelter of Orange Park, FL Inc. www.safeanimalshelter.com/howtohelp.htm and the LIVESTRONG Foundation www.livestrong.org/Donate/Giving-Options/Gifts-in-Honor-or-Memory. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Cremation arrangements under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904) 284-4000.

Wood, Shirley Mae
Shirley Mae Wood, 70, passed away February 24, 2012. She was born on July 11, 1941 in Roanoke, VA to Leonard and Annie Aliff. Mrs. Wood had moved to Florida in 1979 from Fredericksburg, VA and attended the Congregational Holiness Church and First Baptist Church of Green Cove Springs. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, she will be missed by all who knew her. She was predeceased by her parents and a sister, Barbara Rock. Survivors include her husband, Barry Wood; children, Sherry Holland, Roger, Robert (Jill) and Hugh Wood, all of Florida; brothers, Danny, Junior and Glen Aliff, all of Salem, VA; sister, Ellen Brown of Fredericksburg, VA; Grandchildren, Crystal (Donny) Henderson, Lisa, Tommy, Brian, Dustin and David Amerson; Mandy Chrissy, Michael, Tessa and Kayla Wood; Grace Wood; Nathan and Damon Wood; 9 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Broadus-Raines Funeral Home between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday, March 4, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday March 5, 2012 at Congregational Holiness Church, 2079 S.R. 16 West, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. Reverend Ronnie Surrency will officiate. Interment will follow at 2:00 pm at Jacksonville National Cemetery. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904)284-4000.

WOODIE,JIMMIE LEE
It is with sadness that I inform you of the passing of Mr. Jimmie Lee Woodie, father of Engineer Micheal Woodie T149 A Shift. Mr. Woodie, 75, long time resident of Orange Park, Florida passed away Monday, May 9, 2011 in Edwardville, VA. He was a member of Smithland Baptist Church, Heathsville, VA. He served in the United States Navy and retired from Carolina Frieght after 26 years. He was a member of the Northern Neck Middle Peninsula Parkinsons Support Group at Irvington, VA. He loved to fish and spent time on the Potomac River. Jimmie was also an avid NASCAR fan and traveled extensively in the U.S. and abroad. He is preceded in death by his son, Lee Woodie. He is survived by Betty S. Sisk, daughter, Kelly Reed of Houston TX; Michelle Sexton, of Greer, S.C.; son , Michael Woodie of Middleburg; two sisters, Peggy Wilkes of Hickory, N.C. and Dean Noak of Houston, TX; six Grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. A local service was held on Saturday, May 14 in Heathsville Va., and a memorial service will be held at Boiling Springs Baptist Church in Purlear, N.C. at a later date.

Wright, Connor James
Connor James Wright, age 18, passed away December 16, 2011. He was born in Raleigh, NC. He was student. Connor is survived by his father Steven Wright and mother Gwendolyn Wright, sister Ashley Wright and brother Tyler Wright. A memorial service will be held, Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at Shindler Drive Baptist Church at 6:00 PM. Arrangements under the direction of Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, 127 Blanding Blvd. Orange Park, FL.

WRIGHT, HAROLD R.
Harold R. Wright, age 79, passed away May 31, 2011. He was born in Baker, Montana and had live in Clay County for 40 years. He is survived by his wife June D. Wright, son David Wright, 2 daughters, Valerie Birkenhauer and Tess Lucas, brother Orvel Wright, 6 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. Funeral service was held Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Holly Hill Funeral Home, 3601 Old Jennings Rd. Middleburg, FL 32068 with Rev Rick Crews officiating. Friends were received from 1:00 PM until service time. Interment with military honors will be in Holly Hill Memorial Park. Post tributes at www.hollyhillfunerals.com