OBITUARIES

Nuri Abdullah

Nuri Abdullah

Jun 21, 2025

IN LOVING MEMORY OF NURI ABDULLAH

1953-2025

Nuri Abdullah, a devoted husband, loving father, and spirited entrepreneur, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and unforgettable character. He was a man of deep faith, proud to walk the path as a Fruit of Islam, living his beliefs with conviction and grace.

Born in a small town in Williston, Florida, to his...

Craig Randall Thomas

Craig Randall Thomas

May 27, 2025

Craig Randall Thomas Age 43 Of Old Town, Florida, went to be with the Lord on May 27th, 2025.

He is survived by his wife Arvada Gail Thomas, his mother Cheri Lynn Kee, Brother: Chad “Shorty” Thomas, and aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, friends, and family that love and miss him dearly. They will always have memories to cherish and carry...

Deacon Phillip Penny

Deacon Phillip Penny

May 27, 2025

Mr. Phillip Penny of Williston (Raleigh), Florida, a devoted servant of God and a faithful Deacon of Word of Faith Deliverance Church, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 83.

He is survived by his wife, Ethel Roe Penny; 4 daughters- Arlene Williams (Ricky Sr.), Sheila Penny, Denita Robinson Drew (Darryl), and Shirley Robinson; and a host...

Dietrich Letroy Stewart

Dietrich Letroy Stewart

May 8, 2025

Mr. Dietrich L. Stewart, 44, of Bronson, Florida passed away on May 8, 2025.

He is survived by one son: Daven Stewart, A Devoted Mother: Lillian McClendon, and Father: Dennis Stewart as well as a host of loving relatives and friends.

Kenneth Leon Wilcox

Kenneth Leon Wilcox

Apr 26, 2025

Mr. Kenneth L. Wilcox, 66, of Williston, Florida, passed away on April 26, 2025.

He is survived by his mother, Ethel Mae Wilcox, 4 Siblings, Gena Wilcox, Carlton Wilcox, Sr., Dwayne Wilcox(Patricia), and James Wilcox(Colleen).

Eula Mae Jones Blake

Eula Mae Jones Blake

Apr 21, 2025

Mrs. Eula Mae Blake, 70, of Alachua, Florida, passed away on April 21, 2025.

She is survived by her husband, Glenn Blake Sr., 5 Children: Glenn Blake Jr., Quintina Jenkins, Sharee king, Richard Addison, and Antonio Bostick, and 1 godson: Jerimiah Joyner. 

Oliver Louis Williams

Oliver Louis Williams

Apr 20, 2025

Sunrise                                  Sunset

Feb 14,1949                       April 20, 2025

Oliver Louis Williams Sr. Was Born To The Late Rev. Ernest & Mammie Willaims Who

Proceeds Him In Death.

Oliver Graduated From Williston Vocational High School In 1966, and he Served In...

Pastor Sonja M. (Speed) Strachen

Pastor Sonja M. (Speed) Strachen

Apr 15, 2025

Pastor Sonja M. Strachen, 56 of Ocala, Fl. transitioned from labor to reward on April 15th, 2025.

She is survived by her husband Bishop Alvin Strachen Jr; 16 Children; Antonio Speed Jr, Kevis Williams( Shamell), Kayla Taylor, Valarie Pete, Rodney Pete, Shatoria Pete( Antonio Lewis), Tia Strachen(Kenny), Breana Dieudonne (Annecy), Alexis Fernandez, Devonte Chambers, Javonte Strachen, Natianna Strachen, Kiarra Strachen, Josiah...

Ernest Gulley Jr.

Ernest Gulley Jr.

Apr 9, 2025

   1978 - Ernest Gulley Jr. - 2025

Ernest Gulley Jr. was born June 15, 1978, at Alachua General Hospital in Gainesville, Florida to late Ernest Gulley Sr.(Preceded him in death on October 4, 2020) and Florence Gulley.

Ernest was raised in Archer, Florida and attended Alachua County Public School. Worked as a Tile Setter a trade he leaned from his father.

Ernest...

Emmie Haynes Amica

Emmie Haynes Amica

Apr 8, 2025

Mrs. Emmie was born on June 26, 1942, to the late Margretta Jones Haynes and Paul Haynes. She was One(1) of the Twelve(12) children to this union.

Emmie was a homemaker who had a special passion for helping others. She was a mother of seven(7) children, Six(6) of them preceded her in death.

She leaves One(1) daughter, Joyce Emma Days(Pastor Ron) and...

Elder Emory Wade Greenlee

Elder Emory Wade Greenlee

Mar 18, 2025

Elder Emory Wade Greenlee was born on November 21, 1942, to the late Thomas Hugh

Greenlee and Emma Payne Greenlee in Pinetop, Glen St. Mary’s, FL. He is affectionately known as “Uncle Wade” to many who loved and cherished him.

Emory graduated from Williston Vocational High School in Williston, FL, and proudly served more than 2 years in the United States Army.

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