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03/15/2026

🤍One of the greatest gifts you can leave your family is clarity during one of life’s most difficult moments.

In this video, Hawke Forbes answers another one of the most common questions we hear:
When is the best time to plan a funeral?

Hawke explains how pre-planning allows you to make thoughtful decisions in advance, document your wishes, and help relieve your family of the stress of making those choices during an emotional time.

Planning ahead ensures that your preferences are known and gives your loved ones the space to focus on what matters most: remembering and honoring your life.

Having these conversations may feel difficult, but they can bring comfort, peace of mind, and a sense of preparedness for the future.

For more information or to speak with Hawke directly contact us at:

📞 904.259.2211
🌐guerryforbesfuneralhome.com

Watch, learn, and remember that we are always here to guide and support you.

03/13/2026

Charlotte Regina Reneau, 69 of Glen St. Mary, passed from this life on Friday, March 13, 2026 under the care of Community Hospice. She was born and raised in Baker County, the daughter of Millard and Gracie (Griffis) Rhoden, born on November 13, 1956.

Known affectionately as “Regina”, Mrs. Reneau was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to spend her time surrounded by family, especially her grandbabies. She was a longtime member of Glen Friendship Tabernacle, where she shared her gift of music. She was a talented pianist and loved singing and studying her bible.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Jack Reneau; sons, Adam (Diana) Reneau, Kyle (Christina) Reneau, and Gary (Erin) Reneau; and her grandchildren, Tyler, Amber, Ethan, Eian, Grady, Karson, Jainee, and Knox.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at Glen Friendship Tabernacle at 11:00 AM with Pastor Albert Starling and Rev. Justin Griffis officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Monday, March 16, 2026 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Interment will follow at Manntown Cemetery.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Reneau family with arrangements.

03/06/2026

John Harvey, age 73 of Sanderson, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital. Born in Macclenny on August 14, 1952, “Johnny” was the son of Roy K. and Beadie (Dorman) Harvey. He worked for many years as a steel fabricator until his retirement in December of last year. Johnny loved the outdoors, riding in the woods, and hunting. He enjoyed working with his hands and was a skilled carpenter as well. Above all, he loved to spend his free time surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Milladge Harvey, Joe Harvey, Ophelia Harding, and Donna Wargo; and a daughter, Lyndsey Harvey Feldman.

He is survived by beloved wife of twenty years, Mrs. Bonnie Harvey of Sanderson; children, Johnathan “Kyle” Harvey, Michael “Monk” Harvey, Deymon (Tiffany) Harvey, Summer Brooke (Joshua) Wilkerson, Bryan (Rosabelle) Allen, Loren (Rob) Reddish, Katie Allen, Travis Allen, and Grant Allen; grandchildren, Liam, Jackson, Sam, Mason, Evan, Gavin, James, Amelia, Nora, Briar, and Brayden; two great grandchildren; siblings, Ted (Carrie) Harvey of Macclenny and Clarine Harvey of Sanderson.

A celebration of Johnny’s life will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home. The family will receive friends an hour prior at the funeral home.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Harvey family with the arrangements.

03/05/2026

Daniel Lester Combs, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at the Community Hospice Alice and T. O’Neal Douglas Center for Caring, age 92. Mr. Combs was born in Sanderson on October 29, 1933 to Mr. Lester and Mamie (Crawford) Combs. He attended Baker County Schools and eventually went to work for Central Truck Lines, where he dedicated more than thirty five years of service. Mr. Daniel could be found in his garden during his free time, tending to his watermelons and tomatoes. He also enjoyed fishing and was a Jaguars fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Billy Rowe.

He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 72 years, Mrs. Mary Lou Combs of Macclenny; his sons, Timothy (Melody) Combs, Darren (Sara) Combs, and Michael Combs all of Macclenny; grandchildren, Casey Combs, Dustin (K’Leigh) Combs, and Bethany Canaday; great grandchildren, Emma Combs, Griffin Combs, and Dal’Leigh Combs; siblings, Wayne (Gail) Combs and Shirley Rowe both of Macclenny; as well as extended family and friends.

A funeral service to honor Mr. Combs life will be held Monday, March 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery.

Hawke M.T. Forbes, William L. “Bill” Guerry, and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Combs family with arrangements.

03/02/2026

Donald Dwight Hodges, 75 of Baldwin, passed from this life on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Haven Custead Care Hospice Center. Donald was born in Glen St. Mary, on July 28, 1950 to Mr. Everett Ray and Joyce Starling Hodges. Donald was a skilled carpet installer and worked in that field for over forty years. He enjoyed spending his free time “going for a ride” and traveling. He also enjoyed going to concerts and wrestling. His greatest joy in life, was being a grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Glenn Hodges and Wanda Hodges; and his wife, Mrs. Jackie Ludding.

He is survived by his children, Amy (Clark) Williams of Rockledge, Larry (Jan) Hodges and Lisa (Darrell) Henn both of Fernandina, and Donnie (Susan) Hodges of St. Mary’s, Georgia; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; sisters, Brenda (John) Farrell of Orange Park, and Terri (Terry) Iverson and Carolyn (John) Jackson both of Jacksonville; as well as an aunt, Bonita Kauffman of Macclenny.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Hodges family with the arrangements.

02/16/2026

🤍One of the scariest times in life is facing the loss of someone you love. The uncertainty. The unanswered questions. The fear of saying the wrong thing or not knowing what to do next.

It's okay to have questions and it's okay to talk about it.

Hawke Forbes, LFD at Guerry Forbes Funeral Home, is here to ease that burden. In this video, he answers some of the most common questions families have so when the time comes, you feel prepared, supported, and cared for.

In this Q&A, Hawke discusses:
• At the time of death, what are the very first phone calls a family should make?
• After the pronouncement of death, what happens?
• What happens after the transfer of care?
• What information do I need to have available for the funeral director?
• If I call for information prior to my loved one passing, am I committed to your funeral home?

For more information or to speak with someone Hawke:

🌐www.guerryforbesfuneralhome.com
📞 904.259.2211

Watch, learn, and know we are here whenever you need us.

02/14/2026

Michael Alan Vuick, 64 of Glen St. Mary and Pansey, Alabama, passed from this life unexpectedly on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Michael was born on November 26, 1961 in Akron, Ohio to Milan and Saundria Taldo Vuick.

“Mike” worked for a number of year as a bridge inspector. He filled his free time with projects around the house, building his family a pool deck and other amenities for them to enjoy. He thoroughly enjoyed maintaining the home place.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Johnathan Vuick.

He leaves behind his wife, Mindy Vuick of Pansey, Alabama; son, Clayton (Tori) Vuick of Chipley; granddaughter, Taitym; sister, Debbie Papp of Talmadge, Ohio; niece and nephew, Sandi and Eddie; his beloved fur babies, Thea and Kaos; as well as extended family and close friends.

Memorialization will be by cremation.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to assist the Vuick family with arrangements.

02/14/2026

Dennis Millard “Mitch” Collins, 63 of Lake City and formerly of Baker County, passed from this life after a brief illness on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Mitch was the son of James “JL” and Virginia Roberts Collins, born in Jacksonville on March 5, 1962. He would go on to work for the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), dedicating nearly forty years of his life to service there.

He married the love of his life, the former Cheryl Rosier of Lake City, and together they enjoyed nearly thirty one years of marriage and memories. Mitch enjoyed the outdoors, spending time riding ATV’s and UTV’s. He also enjoyed fishing in his younger years and was an avid Gator fan. His greatest joy, was being a “Papa”.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved daughter, Emily Collins.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Collins of Lake City; son, Chadwick (April) Collins, Sr. of Lake City; grandchildren, Addison, Owyn, and Chadwick, Jr.; brother, Roy (Tracy) Collins of St. Augustine; nieces, Kaleigh and Natalie; father in law, Bud Rosier of Lake City; mother in law, Phyllis Rosier of Starke; as well as extended family and friends.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home of Lake City. Visitation will take place at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Memorial Cemetery, Lake City.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Collins family with arrangements.

02/11/2026

Carl Brantley Fraser, 88, passed away on January 15, 2026 in Macclenny, Florida. A lifelong Floridan, Carl was born on April 28, 1937, in Macclenny and remained deeply connected to his roots throughout his life.

Carl attended Baker County High School and later earned his Associate of Arts degree from Florida Junior College. He dedicated his professional life to public service with the Jacksonville Police Department for 32 years.

Carl shared 54 and half devoted years of marriage with his beloved wife Loretta Fraser until her passing. Together they built a life centered around love, family, and shared values.He found great joy in spending time with his family and friends, often surrounded by laughter and stories that reflected his deep appreciation for those closest to him.

Outside of work and family life, Carl found peace working cattle on his farm. He was an avid fan of NASCAR races, often enjoying the thrill of the sport with those close to him. His faith was an important part of his life; he was an attendant of West Jacksonville Baptist Church.

He is survived by his daughter Lisa Renee Patterson (Brian); grandchildren Sandra Mobley, Amanda Gullant, and Justin Raiford (Ashley); great-grandchildren Brantley Dean Bryant, Logan Chase Thornton, Trenton Reed Thornton, and Laura Lynn Gullant. Carl also leaves behind nephews Conny Fiser (Zaida) and Michael Fiser (Courtney); as well as numerous cousins, great-nieces, and great-nephews who will remember him fondly.

Carl was preceded in death by his parents Louis Calvin Fraser and Bessie Edna Rowe; siblings Lois Holt (Tom), Miranda Taylor (Theo), Charles Fraser (Lee), Sara Sizemore (Pete), Faye Fiser (Connie), and Marion Raulerson (Virgil).

Throughout his journey, Carl was guided by the wisdom and support of many mentors who left lasting impressions on him—his parents and siblings among them—as well as Kenneth Brown, Bob Ervin, Tommy Cox, and others whose influence helped shape the man he became.

Carl Brantley Fraser’s legacy is one of steadfast dedication-to his family, his profession, and the land he loved. May his memory bring comfort to all who knew him.

Private services were held.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home were honored to assist the Fraser family with the arrangements.

02/10/2026

Reginald Thomas Powers, 79, of Boynton Beach passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Jacksonville Center for Rehabilitation. “Reg” was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on September 24, 1946, the son of Clarence Lee and Grace Palmer Powers. He and his brother grew up in Dallas, North Carolina.

Mr. Powers would proudly serve his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge, he would go into maintenance work. Reginald enjoyed spending his free time with friends and will be remembered for his generous heart and caring spirit.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his brother, James “Jim” Powers of Gaffney, South Carolina; as well as a few close friends.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the Powers family with the arrangements.

02/06/2026

Thomas Alan Moritz, native of Omaha, Nebraska and resident of St. George and Jacksonville, passed away in the evening of Thursday, February 5, 2026 in the comfort of his home, age 80.

Thomas was born on September 24, 1945 to Mr. Francis and Donna (Huey) Moritz. After high school graduation, Thomas would go into interior construction and was a trim contractor. He was a skilled builder and poured himself into projects that reflected his hard work. He enjoyed trips to the beach in his free time and was an avid hunter as well.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Cynthia Moritz of St. George, Georgia; son, Thomas A. Moritz, Jr. of Johnson City, Tennessee; sister, Cheri Moritz of Oregon; half brother, Rick Donn of Kentucky; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 2609 Park Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32204, with Father Jan officiating.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to serve the Moritz family during their time of loss.

02/02/2026

Daniel Randolph Cain, Sr., known affectionately as “Ronnie” or “Ron”, passed from this life on Friday, January 30, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born in Moultrie, Georgia on October 13, 1951, Ronnie was the son of Eural E. and Mary F. (Young) Cain. He was a lifelong resident of Baker County and worked for many years in the steel fabrication industry.

Ronnie liked to spend his down time with family and friends. He loved music and was a skilled drummer. In his younger years, he could often be found at the beach and was an avid surfer. He was a longtime NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching the races.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Daniel “Ronnie” Cain, Jr.

He leaves behind two children, Angela Cain of Jacksonville and Jeremy (Amy) Cain of Macclenny; grandchildren, Kristin (Brandon) Robertson, Karissa (Randy) Davis, Zak (Hope) Cain, Madison (Trevor) Brock, Dylan Fontaine, Parker Fontaine, Lyric Murphy (Chris), Hannah Cribb, Garrett (Abbie) Cain, Kayla Collins (Jace), Julia Cain, and Emma Cain; great-grandchildren, Colson and Beckett Cribb, Bryson and Bowen Robertson, Korben, Darcee, Kenleigh, and Karleigh Davis, Tate, Nash, and Emmy Brock, and Myleigh McKinney; his significant other of eighteen years, Ms. Becky Smith of Macclenny; siblings, Larry (Anita) Cain of Macclenny and Rose Cain Johns of Waycross; daughter-in-law, Carrie Cain of Macclenny; as well as extended family and friends.

A celebration of Ronnie’s life will be held Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM, at Crews Farm, 6852 Cattle Gap Lane, Glen St. Mary, Florida, 32040.

Hawke M.T. Forbes and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to serve the Cain family during their time of loss.

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