Obituary Listing

Oct 9, 2025

Daniel Lee "Danny" Newsome It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Lee "Danny" Newsome, who left us on October 9, 2025, at Haven Hospice in Lake City, Florida, at the age of 74. Danny was born on December 25, 1950, in Hahira, Georgia, to Joda William Newsome Sr. and Ruth Lucille Mathis, both of...

Sep 29, 2025

Mary E. Parada August 5, 1963 – September 29, 2025

Mary E. Parada, 62, of Bell, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at Haven Hospice surrounded by loved ones. She was born on August 5, 1963, in Havre de Grace, Maryland, to the late Alferd Meyer Sr. and Edna Meyer Taylor.

Mary was...

Sep 28, 2025

Vera Jean Hill (Sauerwein), age 63, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, in Jasper, Florida. Born on March 21,1962, in Baltimore, Maryland. Vera brought warmth and light into the world from the very beginning.

Throughout her life, Vera was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She shared a loving marriage with her husband, Andrew Peter...

Sep 19, 2025

Pamela Sue Andresen

February 25,1947 - September 19, 2025

Pamela Sue Andresen passed away on September 19, 2025, at Lake City Medical Center after a sudden illness. Born February 25,1947, in Indiana, she was the daughter of Warren and Susanna Sims Andresen

Pam had a strong work ethic, beginning with helping on her...

Sep 3, 2025

Charles Edward Cantrell Sr. May 17, 1946 – September 3, 2025

Charles Edward Cantrell Sr., 79, passed away peacefully at home on September 3, 2025. Born on May 17, 1946, in Greer, South Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late Fred and Iva Bell Cantrell.

A proud U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, Charles...

Sep 3, 2025

Lagran Swilley Holton March 16, 1940 – September 3, 2025

Lagran Swilley Holton, 85, of Hamilton County, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, at Advent Christian Village.

Born and raised in Hamilton County, she was the daughter of the late Hugh Swilley and Susie Swilley, and one of seven siblings. She married John Holland...

Aug 31, 2025

Billy Joe Eudy, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 28, 1941, to Joseph and Ailene Eudy, and lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, and the simple joys that made each day meaningful.

Billy Joe was married to his childhood sweetheart,...

Aug 26, 2025

Diane Marie Mastropietro December 28, 1944 – August 26, 2025

Diane Marie Mastropietro, 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 26, 2025, at her home in Jennings, Florida.

She is survived by her daughter, Liza Frank; four grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; her sisters, Linda and Marie; her brother, Danny; and her longtime...

Aug 26, 2025

Michael Timothy Thurston January 19, 1960 – August 26, 2025

Michael Timothy Thurston, affectionately known as "Moose," unexpectedly passed away on August 26, 2025. He was 65.

Born on January 19, 1960, Michael was raised in Largo, Florida, where his love for running began. He was a dedicated track and field athlete and marathon runner,...

Aug 14, 2025

James Hurstel Lawson, Jr. (October 3, 1940 – August 14, 2025), a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully departed this life just shy of his 85th birthday. Born and raised on a humble farm in Jasper, Florida, James exemplified resilience, hard work, and kindness from a young age. His childhood was filled with stories of fixing tractors, raising livestock,...

Aug 12, 2025

March 08, 1965 - August 12, 2025

Doug Crew of Jennings, Florida passed away on August 12, 2025. He was born March 08, 1965 in San Juan Puerto Rico, to Marshall and Doreen Crew. As the son of a military family, he moved several times before the family settled in New Brunswick, Canada. In his later years,...

Aug 11, 2025

Cathryn "Cathy" Newsome Douglas, 53, went home to be with the Lord in the late hours of August 11, 2025, after a long and courageous health battle.

Born and raised in Lowndes County, Cathy later married the love of her life, Lewis "Ed" Douglas, and together they made their home in Stockton, Georgia. For 35 years, they...

Aug 10, 2025

Dr. Michael D. Huston (Doc) of Jennings, Florida passed away unexpectedly at his home August 10, 2025. Mike was born June 29, 1961, in Ames, Iowa. He served Hamilton County proudly for over three decades with his Huston Veterinarian Clinic in Jasper. With many extended family members still residing in Iowa, a memorial service will be announced at a...

Aug 4, 2025

Avis Fouraker Cason January 17, 1934 – August 4, 2025

Avis Fouraker Cason, age 91, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2025, while surrounded by her loved ones at her residence. Born on January 17, 1934, Avis married the love of her life, Harley Dewitt Cason, in 1950 and together they built a...

Aug 1, 2025

Margot Alice Brethauer Caroline, age 93, went home to be with the Lord on August 1, 2025, at the Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center in Madison, Florida.

Margot is survived by her children, Patty and Allen Harrell of Jennings, FL; Dr. John Michael Caroline and his wife Cindy; and her daughter-in-law, Angie Caroline. She also leaves behind...

Jul 21, 2025

Helen

Helen Jeanette McCulley Miller was born at home on July 4, 1937, in Jennings, Florida to Leonard and Jewell (Greene) McCulley. On July 21, 2025, she passed from this life to life eternal, safe in the arms of Jesus.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents Leonard and Jewell McCulley, her brother James...

Jul 20, 2025

Jeffry Charles Eli Henson, of Old Town, Florida, passed away on July 20, 2025. He was born July 22, 1988, in Brandon, Florida, to Charles and Valerie Henson.

Jeffry was a hardworking, gifted mechanic who had a passion for figuring out how things work. If it was broken, he could fix it. If it wasn't broken, he...

Jul 18, 2025

Michael Thomas Rucks, of Jennings, Florida, passed away on July 18, 2025, with his devoted wife, Bonnie, by his side. He was born on November 28, 1956, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Ralph and Marcella Rucks.

Michael was a hardworking, self-employed dairy farmer, dedicating his life to the land and animals he cared for. He and Bonnie...

Jul 17, 2025

David Mittchell Lehman, Sr , 80, of Jennings, FL, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025. Born on June 7, 1945, in Valdosta, GA, to Cranford and Vivian Lehman, David lived a life of quiet strength, faith, and deep love for his family and country.

At 20 years of age, David answered the call of duty and...

Jul 14, 2025

Jeff Alan Gritz, of Jennings, FL, passed away on July 14, 2025, with loved ones at his side. He was born on August 28, 1956, in St. Petersburg, FL, to William "Bill" and Joan Gritz.

In 1963, Jeff's family relocated to Jasper when his father began working for Florida Power. Following in his father's footsteps of hard...