Era “Faye” Beyer
Era “Faye” McIntosh Beyer, 98 of Keystone Heights, passed away on the night of Saturday, March 25, 2023, at St Vincent’s Hospital in Middleburg, after a brief illness. She went peacefully, surrounded by family, with her last words being, “I love you.” She was born Oct. 6, 1924, to
the late Otis L. McIntosh Sr. and Margaret (Maggie) Nelson McIntosh in Jacksonville. She grew up on a farm during the depression and learned the value of hard work at a young age. She carried that work ethic throughout her life and put it in practice, often by serving others. She married Thomas James Beyer on Sept. 2, 1944, in Folkston, Georgia. They spent the majority of their married life in Jacksonville, but held two other Florida cities near to their hearts: Hilliard, where they maintained a garden for years on family property, and Keystone Heights, where they had a lake house next to her brother before moving there permanently in 1995. She enjoyed gardening, eating her freshly grown vegetables and grapes and tending to her citrus trees. She could shell a bushel of peas “in nothing flat!” She was primarily a housewife, but also was employed at J.C. Penney, which she affectionately referred to as “Penneys.” After her husband’s retirement, they spent about 20 years traveling the United States in their motor home, visiting all 50 states and Canada. They were members of the Allegro 49’ers Camping Club along with her brother Mac and his wife, Glenda. Their family joined them on a few of their adventures, but they eventually required the grandchildren to come one at a time, so they didn’t have to referee. She loved her family and friends and enjoyed any chance she got to visit with them. You could frequently find her sitting on her porch swing, watching the birds, squirrels and neighborhood cats and enjoying the warm weather and nice breeze from White Sands Lake. She loved to play card games like Rummy, Skip-Bo, and UNO, even with her grandchildren, who didn’t dare go easy on her and made her earn all her wins! She also enjoyed fishing, watching CBS soap operas and reality TV shows, getting her hair done (which her husband referred to as” Mission Impossible”) and getting mail. For her 90th birthday, she received around 180 cards! She was an excellent cook, known for her famous turkey dressing and chocolate-covered nuts. She was a previous member of Murray Hill Baptist Church in Jacksonville and current member of Trinity Baptist Church in Keystone Heights. She absolutely loved her church, Sunday school class and all her friends, who were so kind to her until the very end. In the self-written obituary notes, she left for her family back in 2010, her final words were, “I will see you in heaven.” She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 65 years, Thomas James Beyer Sr.; son, Donald Craig Beyer; sisters, Bertha Collins and Lucille Rich; and brothers, Charles McIntosh, Eddie McIntosh, Otis “Mac” McIntosh, and Harold McIntosh.
She is survived by her son Thomas James “T.J.” (Karon) Beyer Jr. of Tallahassee; four grandchildren, Ann Marie Beyer of Woodstock, Georgia, Ginny Beyer of Atlanta, Georgia, Daniel (Miranda) Beyer of Melrose, and Bryan Beyer; one sister, Laverne Dubose; and one great-granddaughter on the way, due in July.
The family will receive friends for a visitation at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 30, at Trinity Baptist Church in Keystone Heights. The funeral will follow at 11 a.m. at Trinity Baptist Church with Pastor Scott Stanland officiating. Burial will be at Keystone Heights Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Drive, Keystone Heights, 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com
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Susan Forsyth
Susan Ann Forsyth, 62, of Lake Butler passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. She was born June 29, 1960, in Palatka to the late Tyra and Geraldine Douglas Powell. She has been a resident of Lake Butler and even lived at the same address since the age of 10. She worked for many years for the Union County School Board. She touched numerous children’s hearts throughout the years and was tenderly known as “Nanny” or ”Aunt Susie” to many. She loved her family and friends dearly. Graciously, she cared for many family members, including her grandfather, both parents and siblings until their passing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tyra and Geraldine Powell; her brothers, Tommy and Wayne Powell; and her former husband, James Forsyth.
She is survived by her daughter, Christie (Carlos) Phillips of Jacksonville; grandchildren, Aliya Perry, Alonzo Perry, and Jaquez Hendrieth; great-grandchildren, Mali’ki, Major and Lovette Vega, Kaliah Hendrieth, Ezaryah and Zyrah Perry; brothers, Mitchell (Eva) Powell and Terry (Tammy) Powell; and a host of extended family.
We would love to celebrate her life at her home on Saturday, April 1, at 1 p.m. In her memory, commune and fellowship with her family. If she touched your life in any way, we would love to see you there.
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Carolyn Griffis
Carolyn Young Griffis, 79, of Lake City, passed away at HCA-North Florida Hospital in Gainesville on Saturday, March 25, 2023. She was born in Union County on June 23, 1943 and lived all of her life in the Union County area until she moved to Lake City a little over three years ago. She worked as a correctional officer for the Florida Department of Corrections for a little over 15 years before retiring. She was a loving mother and grandmother, who enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoyed going to casinos and playing slot machines. She was preceded in death by her first husband, J. D. Griffis; her second husband, Chuck Roberts; and her sister, Lucille Norman.
She is survived by her two sons, Greg (Michelle) Griffis of Gainesville and Rick (Winnie) Griffis of Jacksonville; five grandchildren, Dalton (Alisa) Griffis, Haylie (Allen) Lee, Edward Gregory Griffis, Casey Griffis and Chelsea Whitehead; and 10 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, April 6, at 1:30 p.m. at Watertown Congregational Methodist Church with Pastor Randy Ogburn officiating. Interment will follow in the Sapp Cemetery in Raiford. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation beginning at 1 p.m. prior to the service.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3596 S. US HWY 441, Lake City, 32025, 386-752-1954. Please leave words of comfort for the family at www.gatewayforestlawn.com.
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Linda Kay Harn
Linda Kay Harn, 65, of Lake Butler went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at home.
She leaves behind her husband of 33 years, John H. Harn Jr. of Lake Butler.; three children, DaNita (Derrick) Dowdy of Starke, John Paul (Janet) Harn of Lake Butler, and Lori (Preston) Boyette of Lake Butler; and three grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at a later. Arrangements under the care of Archer-Milton Funeral Home. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com
Laura Lamb
Laura Elizabeth Lamb died Friday, March 24, 2023, after a brief illness. She was born Nov. 24, 1963, and lived in Lake Butler most of her life. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Thomas and Virginia Waters Lamb; and a brother, Thomas Randall Lamb.
Survivors are her son, Joshua Lamb; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Lamb; siblings, Richard Eugene (Donna) Lamb, Lulamae (David) Bridgman, and Romana Lamb (Dwayne) Crawford.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, at Morning Star Baptist, 11250 W. C.R. 18, Lake Butler, 32054.
Lori Magyari
Lori A Magyari, 59, of Arlington Gardens died Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. She was born March 29, 1963, in Miami to the late Jackie E. Magyari and Florence Ann Morris.
Survivors include her aunt, Shelia Evans; her uncle, Ronald Magyari; and many cousins and other family members.
Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 620 E. Nona St., Starke, 32091. 904-964-6200. www.jonesgallagherfh.com.
Marvin Manning
Marvin Manning, 89, died peacefully at home on Monday, March 13, 2023. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Edna Manning; and three sons.
He is survived by two daughters, Mary (Mike) Stokely and Margaret (Rich) Talaga; and one son, Dennis (Cindy) Manning.
Leslie Prevatt Jr.
Leslie Travis “T.J.” Prevatt Jr., 37, of Lawtey passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at Shands Hospital following a brief illness. He was born April 19, 1985, in Gainesville and worked as a permit technician for Paragon Pools. He grew up Catholic and enjoyed being outside fishing, grilling and working in the yard. He also enjoyed playing video games and taking trips with his children, and he was an avid Florida Gators fan. He loved talking to friends on the phone, but, most of all, he loved spending time with his family.
He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, Shirley (Fisher) Prevatt; three children Hayden Prevatt (16), Gunner Prevatt (9), and Seren Prevatt (7); along with his parents, Leslie and Anne (Page) Prevatt Sr., all of Lawtey. Also left behind is his mother-in-law, Alicia Fisher and father-in-law, Ronnie Tyler, both of Starke; in addition to multiple family members and friends that will miss him dearly.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., Friday, March 31, at DeWitt C. Jones Chapel. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. with Pastor Daniel Tyler officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Evergreen Baptist Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 620 E. Nona St., Starke, 32091. 904-964-6200. www.jonesgallagherfh.com.
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