OBITUARIES

Jul 15, 2026

Luther Moses Joshua, 72, of Gainesville, Florida, departed this life on July 15, 2026. He was a retired custodian with the Veterans Administration Hospital, a retired Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, and an active member of the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World.

Luther was born on April 30, 1954, in Williston, Florida, to the late...

Jul 13, 2026

OBITUARY

Dwayne Keith Gross, Sr.

ALPHA: December 25, 1960 – Omega: July 13, 2026

A TIME TO BE BORN:

Dwayne was born on December 25, 1960, to John L. Robinson and Christine Gross in Williston, Florida.

A TIME TO BE EMPLOYED:

Dwayne worked at Winter Quarter Farms for more than 30 years until his health began to decline. Special thanks are extended to Maureen Miller and...

Jul 3, 2026

Nancy Carolyn Ethridge grew up in Chiefland Florida. She learned how to be a survivor at an early age from cooking, cleaning, working hard and being the big sister that she was for her siblings. she was short but a giant in heart for those that knew her she was a sweetheart. 

REMEMBERING HER LIFE, LOVE, AND MEMORIES Sunrise: June 30,1951,...

Jul 2, 2026

Russell leaves to cherish his memory his son, Rico Mitchem of Newberry, Florida; his mother, Lavern Wiggins Mitchem, and father, Russell Mitchem, Jr., both of Bronson, Florida; his brothers and sisters, Percel King of Bronson, Florida, Savonta Mitchem of Archer, Florida, Antonio Wiggins, Sr. of Bronson, Florida, Tabbetha Mitchem of Bronson, Florida, Angel Mitchem (Calvin Hankerson) of Bronson, Florida, Thomas...

Jun 26, 2026

Sister Shirley Jefferies Blanford was born on May 29, 1941, in Dunnellon, Florida, to the late Marian Jefferies and Rosie Mae Samerville.

Sister Shirley Jefferies Blanford accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. When she was younger, she attended Mt. Olive African Methodist Episcopal Church before later uniting with First Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, where she was...

Jun 25, 2026

Ruby Lee Mosley was born August 7, 1941, in Quitman Georgia to the late Rev. Harmon and Mabel Mosley.

Ruby Lee graduated from Booker T. Washington high school in 1959; After graduating high school she relocated to Newark, New Jersey where her sister Gussie Travis was resided.

Ruby married Merrimen Johnson (deceased) in 1965. Together, they had two children, Karen Johnson of...

Jun 19, 2026

Our Beloved, Mr. Anthony J. (Larry Joe/Amp) Collins Sr. was born in Williston, Florida to the Late Robert Collins and Mace S. Collins- Duncan on February 14, 1955, Our Sweetheart!

He attended Williston High School, a Native of Williston, Devoted to his Family; Loved to dance, clean house and Rake yards. Worked at Ocala, Lumber Co. (Lumber Jack); V.E. Whitehurst &...

Jun 4, 2026

Name: Charlie Mae Ward

Birthdate: September 07, 1954

Place of Birth: Williston, Florida

Residence: Chiefland, Florida

Education: Chiefland High School

Occupation: Retired

Date of Rest: June 04, 2026

Charlie Mae Ward leaves a legacy of faith, love, and unforgettable memories in the hearts of her loving family, including 1 daughter: Ardonna Dunham of Gainesville, Florida; 1 granddaughter: Trinity Stevenson of Gainesville, Florida; sisters and brothers: Carolyn Cohens-Gent...

Jun 3, 2026

BUTLER CURTIS HAGINS, JR.

1938-2026

Butler C. Hagins, Jr., affectionately known as “Fats” or “Butch” was born on November 18, 1938, in Monticello, Florida, to Inez Greene and Butler C. Hagins, Sr., both of whom preceded him in death. At the age of five, he was adopted by Ms. Josie J. Argrette of Inverness, Florida.

He attended Booker T. Washington High School and...

May 26, 2026

Deacon Rufus Lee Mosby arrived and was given his visitor pass here on Earth on April 13, 1933. He became the second child of Lee and Anna Mosby; and the younger brother to Bernice. He was educated in the public school system of Marion County and learned the skill of farming from his father. Rufus became a member of Mt....

May 21, 2026

Audrey Cobb-Rochelle was born November 25, 1955 to Hattie Mae Cobb and Lee Cobb Jr. She was raised in Archer, Florida.

Audrey was a Certified Nurse's Aide. She worked at Alachua General Hospital and Williston Rehab and Care Center.

She married Freddie Rochelle Sr. February 5th, 2004.

On May 21, 2026, Heaven's phone rang and she answered.

She leaves a Legacy of Love as...

May 18, 2026

LIFE REFLECTIONS

In Loving Memory Of Mr. John C. Jones “Chris”

A TIME TO BE BORN

John C, Jones “Chris” was born to Doris Hunter Jones and Willie Jones, Jr.”(Bill)” on June 05, 1971. He was the youngest of three siblings. Brothers: Kerry Jones(preceded him in death), Eric Jones, and Craig Jones(Carla).

A TIME TO BE EDUCATED

Chris was raised in Chiefland, Florida where he...

May 9, 2026

Maria Antoinette Bostick was born on November 26, 1952 to Mack Calhoun Bostick and Eula Lee (Bostick) Conley in Tampa, FL. She grew up in Tampa, FL with her brothers Mack, Ronnie, Monty, and Calvin Bostick on a street called Machado. She attended Middleton High School. While at Middleton, Maria was a 3 year member of the Marching Tiger Drill...

May 4, 2026

On August 6 th , 1954 Sis. Rena was born to the late Willie Christia, Sr. and Mable Christia in Norfolk, Virgina. Rena attend a vocational school in Orlando, Florida where she graduated.

Rena moved to Williston, Florida in 1991 with her mother until her health begin to fail. Later she lived at the Williston Health Care Center until she was...

Apr 25, 2026

Apr 24, 2026

March 4, 1953 – April 24, 2026

Nancy Shaver Davis, passed away on April 24, 2026, at the age of 73.

Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Keith Davis; her mother Zula, and her father Monroe.

She is survived by her loving sons, Aubrey (Shannon) and Jamie, her cherished grandchildren, Jaslyn, Cameron, Casey (Alex), James, and Cale; and her great-grandchildren,...