Carolyn Baldwin
Carolyn Pipkin Baldwin, born Oct. 20, 1944 in Bay County, Florida to James Charlie and Vernell “Nell” Pipkin, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 15, 2022, at Parkside Assisted Living Facility in Starke. She was a 1964 graduate of Holmes County High School and a 1993 graduate of the University of North Florida. She was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and, prior to retirement, she was a teacher. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Charlie and Vernell “Nell” Pipkin; her husband, Malcolm A. “Mac” Baldwin; brother, Charles Thomas Pipkin; and sister-in-law, Gloria Treadwell Pipkin.
Her survivors include her brother, James Kenneth Pipkin of Lynn Haven; sisters, Gwen Wells of Marianna and Martha Nell “Marti” (Gene) Mefford of Colcord, Oklahoma; her dear friends, Veazie Jones and Marianne ONeill; along with numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
Memorial services are scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 24, at 11 a.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Starke.
Arrangements are by Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home of Starke, 904-964-6200.
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Jared Chapman
Jared Seth Chapman, 31, of Starke passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born on Sept. 15, 1990 in Gainesville to his loving parents, Norman Othel Chapman and Linda “Darlene” Calicutt Aliotta. He was a lifelong resident of Starke and attended Bradford High School. He enjoyed going to church at First Baptist Church of Lawtey, where he worshiped his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, paintball, poker, and playing cornhole. He was an avid Florida Gator fan and enjoyed cheering them on every season. More than anything, he loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them; especially his nieces and nephews, who he adored. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, A. D. Calicutt; maternal grandmother, Mildred Calicutt; paternal grandfather, Elsie Chapman; and paternal grandmother, Mamie Chapman.
He is survived by his parents, Norman Othel Chapman of Starke, and Linda “Darlene” (Bob) Aliotta of Starke; brothers, Brad (Heather) Chapman; sister, Hannah (Jonathon) Trainor, Rebecca (Chris) Wise, Cara Aliotta, and Katie (Danny) Pinto; nieces, Ally Chapman, Emily Chapman, Morgan (Clay) Smith, Bailey Wise, and Kenlee Wise; nephews, Wyatt Chapman, Camden Trainor, Mason Trainor, Christopher Wise, Ashton Wise, Christian Palmer; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A Celebration of Life was held held on Saturday, Aug. 13, at First Baptist Church of Lawtey with pastor Tim Mulkey officiating.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, 904-964-5757. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book.
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Sandra Dewees
Sandra M. Dewees, 67, died Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at Big Bend Hospice in Tallahassee after an extended illness.
She leaves behind her daughters, Kara (Curtis) Mesnard of Lake Butler and Cheryl Dewees (Hamp Tatum) of Tallahassee; granddaughters, Katy and Karleigh White; and sisters, Paula Hines and Kathy (Bill) Odahl.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, Aug. 28, at 2 p.m. at Dekle Cemetery, Lake Butler.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Archer-Milton Funeral Home, Lake Butler. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com
Morris Dobbs
It’s been said, “There’s no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service.” That’s a quote that Morris Dobbs, 89, of Raiford, lived out during his life. He passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, at North Florida Regional Hospital in Gainesville after a sudden illness. He was born on June 19, 1933, in a shotgun house at the Raiford prison farm to Marshall and Susan (Hurst) Dobbs. He was a lifelong resident of Raiford and attended the Raiford school and Lake Butler High School. His life of service started in 1950 when he enlisted in the United States Army at the age of 17, where he would serve our country for two years and eventually become Union County’s last living combat veteran of the Korean War. Shortly after returning home and searching for work he decided to re-enlist and serve another two years in the Merchant Marines. In 1954, he moved to Lakeland for a job with the Atlantic Coastline Railroad. The following year he returned home to marry the love of his life, Ramona Roberts Dobbs, taking her back to Lakeland with him and then to California for a career with Santa Fe Railroad. Returning home in 1968 he and his wife built Dobbs’ Service Station in Raiford and opened for business the following year. They would own and operate Dobbs’ Exxon for over 30 years. In 1972, he was approached to run for school board, a position he would hold for 24 years. After taking a two-year break, he decided to get back into politics and ran for county commissioner. He would serve for the next 16 years on the commission; retiring in 2014. He was a member of the Raiford Lodge #82 for more than 50 years. He was a chartering member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Raiford. He was preceded in death by his parents Marshall and Susan (Hurst) Dobbs and his brothers, Julian and Marvin.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ramona Dobbs, of Raiford; his daughters, Monette (Buddy) Hosford of Lake City and Carmen Dobbs of Raiford; grandhildren, Nicole Shaw and Branden Dukes. both of Lake Butler; great-grandchildren, Jaelen Watkins, Trinity Watkins, Alayna Watkins, Brennen Dukes, and Kaylin Taylor; one great-great-grandchild, Spencer Williams; numerous extended families also survive.
A funeral to honor his life held on Saturday, Aug. 13, at his church, Fellowship Baptist Church in Raiford. He was laid to rest with military and Masonic rites at Sapp Cemetery immediately following the service.
Arrangements were under the care and direction of Archer-Milton Funeral Home, Lake Butler. 386-496-2008. www.ArcherFuneralHome.com
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Donald Flowers
On Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022, Donald Neil Flowers, 63, of Hampton, went to his heavenly home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Silver Springs, Maryland on July 21, 1959 to the late Joseph Neil Flowers and Victoria Parke Schneider Flowers. He grew up in Gaithersburg, Maryland which explains his pronunciation of the word “water” (wutter). He graduated from Gaithersburg High School after being the Most Outstanding Soccer Player in th grade, which he was sure to let you know about. After high school, he enlisted in the world’s greatest Navy and swore the oath of enlistment during halftime of a Washington Commanders game. He was immensely proud of his Naval career. He served during Operation Desert Storm, being deployed on three carriers, USS Coral Sea, USS Saratoga, and USS Enterprise; and he was an instructor at the Aviation School House for his final tour before retirement. He was an accomplished aviation electrician who garnered many accolades at various stops during his career, including being a crew member for the famed Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Team which he would also let you know about. He proudly served his country for 20 years before retiring on Aug. 21, 2000, with his wife’s gorgeous hair stealing the show during the ceremony. Speaking of the prize of his life, they were married on June 11, 1996. Linda L. Flowers and her favorite sailor spent 26 wonderful years together, which included lots of trips to Helen, Georgia; Pensacola Beach, and the annual Christmas Decoration Convention in Jacksonville. After retiring from the Navy, he continued his career as an aviation electrician for Boeing, where he was able to continue to repair F-18 Super Hornets for another 20 years, while managing to keep enough energy to pet his boys, Lucky and George, from the comfort of his chair after a long day of fixing the greatest planes in the high heat. He had a vibrant personality and enjoyed listening to oldies, being a DJ, and looking at old cars with his beloved wife. On fall Saturdays, you could always find him watching Gator football and dreaming of the day Tim Tebow would take the field again. He was a steady, consistent, loving man who adored his family. He was a loyal husband, bonus father, and papa. He was loved dearly and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Debbie Parke.
He is survived by his wife, the incomparable Linda Flowers of Hampton; their children, Jennifer (Timothy) Tyrer of Keystone Heights, Matthew (Dr. Annaliese) Cothron of San Antonio, Texas, and Cassandra (Derick Voss) Flowers of Hampton; and his grandchildren, Seirra Tyrer, Trenton Tyrer, Kelsie Cothron, McCartney Cothron, Gabriel Kirkland and Gabe’s father Kristopher Kirkland; Ella Marie Johnson and Ella’s father, Brian Johnson.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20 at Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel with Rev. Gary Taylor officiating.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, 904-964-5757. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book.
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Else Greene
Else Greene, 73, of Starke died at Putnam Hospital in Palatka on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. She was born in Nuremburg, Germany on Sept. 23, 1948. She moved to the United States with her husband in 1970. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, William Greene.
She is survived by her son, William “Bill” Greene of Starke; and several siblings in Germany.
Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, at Archer-Milton Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest beside her husband at Swift Creek Cemetery immediately following the visitation.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Archer-Milton Funeral Home, Lake Butler. 386-496-2008 www.ArcherFuneralHome.com
Laci Laycock
Laci Cheyanne Laycock, 16, of Starke, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022, at UF Health Shands in Gainesville. She was born on Oct. 25, 2005, in Baxley, Georgia to her loving parents, David Michael Laycock and Tiffany Danielle Sweat Laycock. She was raised in Baxley until she turned 6 and her family relocated to Starke. She was a student at Bradford High School, where she was a member of the choir. She was a great musician who could play the piano and guitar. She was a longtime member of Evergreen Baptist Church, where she enjoyed serving and worshiping her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a sergeant explorer in the Bradford Sheriff’s Office Explorer Program, where she was very involved with serving her community. She spent most of her time outdoors riding four-wheelers, side-by-sides, and learning anything she could about automobiles and building construction. She and her horse, Mash, enjoyed competing in barrel races and trail riding. She was a talented artist and painted the most beautiful photos. More than anything, she loved her family and friends and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandfather, Harold Bargeron; maternal great-grandfather, J.E. Sweat; maternal great-grandmother, Margaret Collins; cousins, Kelley Mixon and Wade Sweat; and great-uncle, Donny Jo Sweat.
She is survived by her parents, David and Tiffany Laycock of Starke; brother, Eric Chance Laycock of Starke; sister, Lili Margaret Laycock of Starke; paternal grandfather, Carl Lester Laycock II of Virginia; paternal grandmother, Elizabeth Laycock of Tennessee; maternal grandparents, Charles and Linda Sweat of Florida; uncles, Carl Lester Laycock III and Corey Sweat; aunts. Haley Sweat and Rachael Laycock; and many extended family members and friends
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, at Northside Baptist Church with Dr. R. Wayne Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Friday, Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the church.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, 904-964-5757.
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Carlos Norman
Carlos Norman of Lawtey died quietly and peacefully on Saturday, Aug, 13, 2022, after an extended sickness. He was born Dec. 9, 1939, in Middleburg. He was a hardworking man; being both a carpenter and a farmer. He loved fishing, playing bingo, watching his westerns and NASCAR. He leaves behind many family, extended family and lots of friends who loved him dearly. His sweet, smirky grin and chuckle will be greatly missed.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Archer-Milton Funeral Home, Lake Butler. 386-496-2008 www.ArcherFuneralHome.com
Lynda Roberts
We are saddened to announce the passing of Lynda Gayle Roberts on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022. She passed away suddenly of a heart attack. She was born on Camp Blanding, Jan. 8, 1943 to Chester and Edwina Moody. She lived her life to the fullest and believed others should also. She was a party planner and matchmaker extraordinaire. She loved her life and was very happy to be living in Keystone Heights. She would often say, “I’m ready to go at any time. Don’t cry for me when I’m gone. Throw a party instead!” She was preceded in death by her husband of over 30 years, Thomas Lamar Roberts Jr.; her parents, Chester and Edwina Moody; and her brother, Chester Moody Jr.
She leaves behind her children, Andrea Stacy (Richards) Wall, Desty (Dan) Richards and Greg (Lisa) Richards; a sister, Carolyn Jean Moody; six grandchildren Keifer, Taylor, Chase, Tori, Haley, and Lexi; and two great- grandchildren; along with nieces and nephews.
The family will be having a small private service and plans for a Celebration of Life will be forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, she would love for you to go to a toy store or pet store, have a great time while you are there, and purchase a gift for a small friend. You can donate the toy or pet supplies to anywhere you see fit; even give them to your own family in her honor.
Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr. Keystone Heights, 32656. 352-473-3176www.jonesgallagherfh.com
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Seabie Rucker
Seabie Paul Rucker died on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, at WillowBrook Assisted Living in Lake City. He was born in Lake Butler on Nov. 8, 1932, to Seaborn P. Rucker and Lattice Thomas Rucker. He graduated from Union County High School in 1951 and enlisted in the Navy as he followed his call to military service. He served in the Navy for 22 years, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer 3. After that, he worked for Snap-on Tools, the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, and the Florida Department of Corrections. While working at DOC, he obtained his BS in Criminology from Florida State University. He was involved in Masonic organizations for decades and served as Worshipful Master of the Lake Butler Masonic Lodge in 1983. He was also a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Lake City. Describing and paying tribute to him is challenging, because he loved to tell his own story, and no one did it the way he did. His faith, his family and his country were his priorities, and it showed in everything he did. He also loved entertaining little kids and hardly anyone escaped an interaction with him in his final years without a Dum-Dum pop as a treat. He kept life interesting for anyone whose path he crossed, and no one will replace his unique style. The family is grateful to the nurses and staff of the Neuro ICU at UF Health/Shands, to VITAS Healthcare and to everyone at WillowBrook Assisted Living for their compassionate care. He was predeceased by his wife, Letha Edenfield Rucker; his sister, Lattice Marie Davis; and an infant son, Paul Kevin Rucker.
He is survived by three children: Michael (Judie) O’Guin of Ellijay, Georgia, Gary O’Guin of Kingsley Lake, and Paula (Wayne) Kiger of Tallahassee; and three grandchildren, Travis O’Guin, Tenley Ward and Wayne Kevin Kiger.
Visitation will be Thursday, Aug. 18, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Archer-Milton Funeral Home. A service to honor him will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Lake City. He will be laid to rest with military honors immediately following the service at Dekle Cemetery in Lake Butler. Friends and relatives who prefer an alternative to flowers are encouraged to donate to Florida Baptist Children’s Homes at www.fbchomes.org, to the Veterans of Foreign Wars at www.vfw.org, or to the building fund at Masonic Lodge 52.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Archer-Milton Funeral Home, Lake Butler. 386-496-2008 www.ArcherFuneralHome.com
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Patricia Tyler
Patricia “Patsy” Ann Sweat Tyler, 77, of Raiford, died at Lake City Medical Center on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022. She was born March 8, 1945 to Mack and Edna Sweat of Raiford.
She is survived by her children, Thomas Shane (Cathy) Tyler, Sterling Paige (Mark) Tyler, and Brad MacArthur Tyler; her sister: Bobbie Faye McClellan; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
There will be a semi-private memorial and interment of ashes graveside at Sapp Cemetery in Raiford on Monday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m.
Archer-Milton Funeral Home in Lake Butler is handling arrangements.
Linda Young
Linda Anne Young, 68, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. She was a graduate of Bradford High School and retired from the Bradford County Transportation Department as a school bus driver. She was preceded in death by her son, Quncey Graham.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughters, Syvella Jackson, Ethelyn McNeal, Julia Harden; grandchildren, Crystal Pinkney and Braylin Jackson; a sister, Harriet Young; a brother, Harry Young; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and sorrowing friends.
Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, at True Vine Outreach Ministry, Starke. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m on Saturday, Aug. 20, at True Vine Outreach Ministry, 422 St. Clair St., Starke, with Rev. Ross Chandler, as pastor and Rev. Dennis Pulliam, as eulogist. Email Resolutions only to [email protected]
Professional services are entrusted to J. Hadley Funeral Home. Providing unparalleled service and compassion.
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