Clara Covington Mother Clara Mae DeSue Covington was born Oct. 8, 1931, to the late Steve and Alice DeSue of Starke. God sent His angels to claim one of His very own Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, while at Haven Hospice Care Center in Lake City. Mother Covington was a dedicated and faithful member of New…
Barbara Duttinger Barbara S. Duttinger, 89, of Melrose, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2025. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, at 10 a.m. at Keystone City Cemetery. Diane Godwin Diane Cox Godwin, beloved and caring mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many, passed into her Savior’s arms on Thursday, Oct.…
Thank you for taking the time to pay your respects and provide a sense of comfort during the recent home-going of our dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin and friend, Christy “Chris” Chandler. Your unwavering support through phone calls, visits, food, prayers and concern during this most difficult moment meant more than…
Col. Arley McRae Col. Arley Wayne McRae, USAF (retired), 91, of Starke passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Born July 30, 1934, in Lakeland, Arley was the son of Wesley and AnnaMae McRae and grandson of the late Harley and Ardelia (Johns) McRae. He graduated from Bradford High School in…
Thank you! I am deeply grateful to the EMS team, Union County Sheriff’s Office, Archer-Milton Funeral Home staff, and our wonderful community for their unwavering support during the loss of Albert Andrews. Your kindness, compassion, and assistance have provided comfort to our family as we navigate his passing. From the bottom of our hearts, Thank you!…
James B. Cagle III Mr. James B. Cagle III, 78, of Starke, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, at HCA Hospital in Starke. He was born April 10, 1947, in Fort Hood, Texas to James B. and Mildred (Higginbotham) Cagle Jr. He had proudly served in the United States Navy, and prior to…
In Memory Sept 18 2025 In Memory of Cindy Sammons Born Sept. 16, 1971 We Miss You Cousin Jeremy Faith and Melanie
Albert Andrews Albert Jefferson Andrews, 79, was called home Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Born and raised in Lake Butler, he embarked on a journey that would see him wear many hats. A man of many talents, he dedicated himself to many ventures, ranging from chicken houses to owning and operating a bar and even establishing…
Richard Abell Richard Abell, 84, died Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in 1941, he grew up in Elk River, Idaho, where a childhood in the woods formed a lifelong curiosity about how the world works. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1960 and served for 20 years, retiring as…
William Bass William Allen Bass, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, at the Veterans Medical Center in Lake City, after an extended illness. He was born on April 7, 1935, in Newberry, to John and Elizabeth Bass. He dedicated many years of his career as a correctional officer for the Department of…
