Archer-Milton Funeral Home

11/21/2025

When you’re grieving, the last thing you need is added stress. While Thanksgiving brings a lot of wonderful things, it can also add more to your to-do list. To help you keep things simple while you’re grieving, check out these 7 ways to decrease your Thanksgiving stress!

Are you grieving this Thanksgiving? To keep things simple, check out these 7 ways to decrease Thanksgiving stress during times of grief.

11/20/2025

Thank you Lake Butler Middle School for hosting us at career day. We had a great time educating children about the death care industry.

11/19/2025

Letters from important figures, a reel of film, and an Academy Award… what do these all have in common? They’re all in the TIMES Archives! Click the link below to explore these and other artifacts from the archives.

The Zapruder film, a note from Martin Luther King, the first TIME logo, and more

11/19/2025

Helen Johns Bradshaw, age 98, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, surrounded by her family at the W. Frank Wells Nursing Home, following an extended illness. She was born on February 11, 1927, in Taylor, Florida, and lived a life filled with both professional dedication and family.

Helen dedicated 30 years to Macclenny Elementary School, where she shaped the minds and hearts of her 4th-grade students. Her passion for education began with her own academic achievements, graduating from the University of Florida in 1967 with a Bachelor's in Education. Before embracing a longstanding career in teaching, Helen owned Karelle's Dress Shop in Macclenny. Helen was an active and faithful member of Glen Hill Primitive Baptist Church.

Known for her love of family, Helen was an integral part of her loved ones’ lives. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Belinda Green; her grandchildren, Michael Jr. (Sarah) Green and April (Quincy) Horn; and her great-grandchildren, Elisha, Maggie, Andrews, Bethany, Giddeon, Rebie Green, and Dalton and Levi Dietz. Additionally, she is remembered fondly by her siblings, Arnold (Cindy) Johns and Sherry (Ted) Patterson, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Helen had a vibrant spirit, enjoying a variety of pursuits throughout her life. She loved playing golf, continuing to swing clubs well into her 80s, and relished the joy of dancing in her younger years. In her later years, she found joy in playing Bingo, with her new friends at the nursing home.

On November 21, 2025, family and friends will gather for visitation at Glen Hill Primitive Baptist Church in Glen St. Mary, Florida, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM with Arnold Johns and Michael Green, Jr. officiating. Helen will be laid to rest immediately following the service at Taylor Church Cemetery.

Archer-Milton Funeral Home is honored to serve Mike and the rest of the Green/Johns family during this difficult time. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com

11/19/2025

If this is your first Thanksgiving after losing a loved one, things are going to be different. Nothing will be quite the same, but instead of trying to make things like they always were, consider doing things a little bit different.

You could bake your loved one's favorite dessert in their memory. Write a gratitude list of things you truly appreciated about them as a person. Or visit with family and friends who can share old memories with you and make new ones. Even though you’re grieving, you can make this holiday special and one to remember with fondness.

11/17/2025

Life is a climb, but the view is amazing! Celebrate National Take a Hike Day and explore the beauty around you.

11/17/2025

Navigating the Holidays – Support for Those Grieving❤️

The holiday season can be especially heavy when you’re walking through grief. If you or someone you love is hurting this time of year, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Rhonda and Demetrise are hosting a 2-hour GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays seminar that will offer encouragement, practical tools and a safe space to find support.
This session is designed to help you:
✨ Understand why the holidays can feel so overwhelming
✨ Learn practical ways to find moments of peace
✨ Discover how to honor your loved one
✨ Connect with others who truly understand

Monday, November 24
6:30–8:30 PM
Gather: 190 E Main St, Lake Butler
Books: $10, available the night of the session

For questions or to register scan the QR code below or contact Rhonda Clyatt – 352-494-6601 or Demetrise Thomas – 904-263-0451

11/17/2025

11/17/2025

Mary Lavern Seay, born November 29, 1942, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at Ayers Health and Rehab in Trenton, Florida.

For 31 years, Mary served as a financial coordinator with organ transplants at UF Health Shands, a role she enjoyed until her retirement. Her quiet demeanor left a profound influence on her colleagues and the families she supported throughout her career.

Mary found joy in the simple pleasures of life, engaging in hobbies that allowed her creativity to flourish. She had a passion for crafting, painting, drawing, and decorating, which brought warmth and beauty to her home and the lives of those around her. Cooking was another love, and she shared many delightful meals and recipes with family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of love in every dish.

She is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, Jimmie Seay and her step-daughter, Vicki Barron. She was a loving Gigi to her granddaughters, Jessica (Clint) Davis and Michelle (Mark) McMillian; great-grandchildren Whitney Davis, Waylon Davis, Braylee Davis, and Luke McMillian, as well as a great-great-granddaughter, Wrenlee Crane. Mary is also survived by her sister, Vonnie (Dale) Langford and many nieces and nephews that she loved deeply.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents Henry "Barney" and Ella Jones Waters, as well as her brothers, Henry Waters and Fred Waters, and sisters, Velma O'Steen and Evelyn Myers.

A visitation will be held on November 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Archer-Milton Funeral Home. Family and friends are invited to come together to celebrate her life and remember the love she so generously shared throughout her years. Archer-Milton Funeral Home is honored to serve Jimmie and the rest of Mary's family during this difficult time. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com

11/15/2025

Matthew Gerald Dukes of Lake Butler, FL passed away to be with our Lord and Savior on November 10, 2025, at the age of 46. Born January 31st, 1979 in Gainesville, FL to C. Renee Newsom Rodriguez and Gerald R. Dukes, Jr.

Matt grew up in Gainesville, Fl and attended the Alachua County School System earning his diploma. He was an electrician by trade working for Barlow Electric and the Union traveling throughout the US. Matt accepted Christ at an early age and continued his walk with the Lord.

Growing up Matt kept himself busy; if he wasn’t playing football or hanging with his friends you could find him with his Papa on the farm and selling at the Farmers market which he really enjoyed or hunting and piddling around with his Grandaddy. Other hobbies Matt enjoyed were fishing and going to the beach or springs; loved the Gators, a good ol’ Nascar race and was an avid reader. Spending time with family and friends was a big part of his life. He loved his family and friends immensely. His greatest gift and blessing was when his boys were born; they were his pride & joy. Matt loved being with his kids, in the kitchen, on the grill or just laying around watching movies. Matt had many friends and never met a stranger. He had a charismatic charm, very smart, was down to earth and just great guy that was easy to talk to and could sure make you laugh.

He is survived by his cherished sons Alexander R. Dukes-Rivera and Andrew G. Dukes-Rivera. Sisters Angi Dukes and Julia Rodriguez, Grandmother

Nancy Newsom, bonus dad George Rodriguez; special Uncles Bryant, Dean and Terry, loving aunts, cousins, bonus nieces and nephew, extended family, best friend Steve and a host of other close friends/homeboys. He was preceded in death by parents C. Renee Newsom Rodriguez and Gerald R. Dukes, Jr. Grandparents Gerald and Joyce Dukes (Papa & Nana), and Barney Newsom (Grandaddy). His Uncle Randy and cousin Branden.

Although his journey here on earth was short, his passing will leave a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him.

The family will receive friends for a visitation on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Archer-Milton Funeral Home.

John 11:25-26- I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.

11/14/2025

Many families include funeral readings to personalize a loved one's funeral service, but what passages should you choose? If you'd like a little help, check out this list of 10 literary readings to consider!

Literary readings can add personalization and dimension to any funeral or memorial service. Check out this list of options to consider!

11/12/2025

If you are retired, you might be seeking new friendships in this next chapter of your life. Click the link below for practical suggestions to help you make new connections.

Feeling disconnected in retirement? Learn actionable ways to make new friends, expand your social circle, and combat loneliness.