Ronald Byers Ronald Lloyd Byers, 68, of Starke died on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2023, following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Mildred Byers; and brothers, Roger Byers, Harold Byers, and Jimmy Byers. He is survived by his sister, Susan Byers; a brother, Tim Byers; his daughter, Victoria Byers; … Read more
Robert Autry Mr. Robert “Bobby” M. Autry, 75, of Hampton Lake passed away unexpectedly at his home, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023. He was born Aug. 5, 1948, in Charleston, South Carolina to Robert L. and Mildred (Davis) Autry. He was 14 years old when his family settled in Starke from Wauchula, where he spent much … Read more
Amanda Altman Amanda Louise Altman, 38, of Starke departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, at Haven Hospice ET York Care in Gainesville. She was born in Jacksonville on Feb. 21, 1985. She could brighten any room and found joy in spending time with her family. She was a “Papa’s Girl” who … Read more
Joyce Payne Oct. 21, 1936, to Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, Joyce Burke Payne of Keystone Heights was born in Jacksonville to Homer and Lillian Burke. She grew up in Jacksonville attending Duval County schools. She was the next to the last child of 12. During her childhood, a neighbor took her and her sisters to … Read more
Natasha Borrego Natasha Puente Borrego, 42, of Starke, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. She was preceded in death by her father, Guadalupe Puente. Survivors are her three children; a sister; and her mother. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6. Visitation will … Read more
Roger Bennett Roger Dale Bennett, 64, of Starke stepped over to the other side to his heavenly home on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at St. Vincent’s Hospital with his family by his side. He was born Dec. 9, 1958 to the late Glen Gary and Ferrell Jean Bennett and was raised in Lawtey. He graduated … Read more
Nancy Coffey Mrs. Nancy York Coffey, 74, of Keystone Heights passed away Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, in Gainesville. She was born Oct. 3, 1948, in Hicksville, New York to the late William and Leona (Shore) York. She was employed with Putnam and Clay County school board as an elementary and junior-high school teacher until her … Read more
Lila Barber Lila Barber was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023. She was born at home in Worthington Springs. She thought on Feb. 9, 1936, but had to change the date to Feb. 10, 1936, to match her vehicle operator license due to a Social Security error. She traveled … Read more
Dolores Hodges Mrs. Dolores L. Hodges, 92, of Keystone Heights passed away Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at Starke. She was born Dec. 3, 1930, in Jacksonville to Nolan and Thelma (Webb) Turknett. She was a retired Realtor and a member of Community Church of Keystone Heights. She enjoyed helping others and loved spending time with … Read more
Judith Barnes Judith “Ms. Judy” Ann Barnes, 70, of Keystone Heights died Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Middleburg. She was born Jan. 2, 1953, in Jacksonville to the late Bill and Mary Davis. Survivors are her husband, Andrew Barnes; sons, Eric Barnes and Stuart Barnes; a sister, Billie Johnson; and three … Read more
