James Aaron Fells, Sr.
Aug 4, 2026
James Aaron Fells, Sr., 73, of Tampa (Palatka native), entered the sunset of life on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough Care Center at St. Joseph's Hospital, Tampa.
Robert Andrew Mesick
Aug 3, 2026
Robert Andrew Mesick, 87, of Palatka, entered the sunset of life on Monday, August 3, 2026 at Palatka Center for Rehabilitation & Healing, Palatka.
Carl Reaves
Jul 26, 2026
Carl "Skee BO" Reaves, 79, of Interlachen, entered the sunset of life on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center, Palatka. The son of Toy and Evelyn (Israel) Reaves, Carl was born on July 22, 1947 in Mullins, South Carolina. He was a 1967 graduate of Central Academy. Subsequently, he enlisted into the U.S. Army. Carl was...
Ronald Walker "Lefty" Stephenson, Sr.
Jul 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ronald Walker “Lefty” Stephenson
Ronald Walker “Lefty” Stephenson was born on Tuesday, May 13, 1947, in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to James and Emmaline A. Stephenson. As the youngest of five children, he proudly reminded his siblings that he was the baby. Throughout his life, Ronald embodied the values of love, family, service, and community, leaving an enduring...
Kathleen Rene Dumaoal
Jul 21, 2026
Kathleen Rene Berry Dumaoal, 56, of Crescent City, entered the sunset of life on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at her residence.
Cynthia Dale Miller
Jul 19, 2026
Cynthia Dale Miller, 66, of Palatka, entered the sunset of life on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at her residence.
Robert L. Beechy
Jul 14, 2026
Robert Lavern Beechy, 81, of Florahome, entered the sunset of life on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center, Palatka.
Deborah A. Grooms
Jul 12, 2026
Deborah Ann Grooms, the daughter of Williemae Stevenson & Reverend Divellie Grooms, was born on Saturday, February 19, 1955 in Palatka. She was a native and lifelong resident of Palatka, Florida. Deborah was educated in the Putnam County School District and was a 1973 graduate of Central Academy High School.
At an early age, Deborah accepted Christ in her life and...
Kimberly Ann Harris
Jul 10, 2026
Kimberly Ann Harris, 50, of Satsuma, entered the sunset of life on Friday, July 10, 2026 at HCA Florida Putnam Hospital, Palatka.
Alexander Lee Leon Rutledge
Jul 7, 2026
Alexander Lee Leon Rutledge, 18, of Jacksonville, entered the sunset of life on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in Jacksonville. The son of Shantarious Rutledge, Alex was born on March 23, 2008 in Jacksonville. Alexander was a 2026 Ed White High School Florida Youth Challenge Academy graduate. He was of the Christian faith and attended Elevate Life Church. He was employed...
Rosetta Cave James
Jun 23, 2026
Born on June 22, 1948, in Hastings, Florida, Rosetta Cave James was the beloved daughter of Thomas Cave Jr. and Geneva (Schoolfield) Cave. From an early age, she embodied a spirit of kindness, service, and determination that would define her life's journey.
As a child and young adult, she cherished spending holidays and summers with family on Maryland's Eastern Shore in...
Patricia Ann Allen Roberts
Jun 22, 2026
“A life well lived, a heart well loved, and a legacy that will live on forever.”
Patricia Ann (Allen) Roberts, peacefully entered the sunset of life on Monday, June 22, 2026, at UT Southwestern Clements Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Cherished family and friends comforted her through this journey. Today we celebrate her deep love and memories, for the blessings she...
John Brian Smith
Jun 20, 2026
John Brian Smith, 59, of Satsuma, entered the sunset of life on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at his residence.
James Madison Curry
Jun 19, 2026
James (Jim) Madison Curry was born in Fort Pierce, Florida, on June 1, 1935, to Woodrow and Neva Curry. As a young man, he worked in a neighborhood butcher shop and alongside his father on a shrimp boat, learning the value of hard work early in life.
After graduating from high school, Jim joined the Army National Guard, serving for one...
Tracy Levert Wilson
Jun 18, 2026
Tracy Levert Wilson, 57, formerly of Crescent City, entered the sunset of life on Thursday, June 18, 2026 in Wisconsin. The son of Johnny Wilson and Shirley Ann Wilson, Tracy was born on Saturday, November 16, 1968. He was a longtime resident of Crescent City. He was a 1986 graduate of Crescent City High School. Tracy was very outgoing, honest,...
India Chanel Williams
Jun 15, 2026
India Chanel Williams was born on Saturday, December 16, 1972 to Charles Bennett and Paula Scott in St. Augustine. After completing her formal education in St. John’s County School District, India earned an Associate’s degree from St. Johns River Community College and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Bethune-Cookman College. With her “the sky is the limit philosophy”, India later...
Joel Thomas Burkley
Jun 13, 2026
Joel T. Burkley was a native of West Seneca, NY and the husband of Deborah Burkley. Joel was the most dearest father of Matthew, Mark (Karen), Kevin (Aubrey) and Joanna (Phil). He is also survived by his siblings Gerald, Paul, Donald, Heidi and David as well as 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
Mr. Burkley was a member of West Seneca #111...
George Urban Hilbert, II
Jun 11, 2026
George Urban Hilbert, II, 74, of Georgetown, entered the sunset of life on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at his residence.
Roberta Jo Lindley
Jun 2, 2026
Roberta Jo Lindley, 84, of Palatka, entered the sunset of life on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at her residence.
Anna Ferida Chellali
May 31, 2026
Anna Ferida Chellali, 76, of Florahome, entered the sunset of life on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at her residence.