Guerry Forbes Funeral Home

04/06/2026

Edgar Irving Brinkley, 68 of Fort Valley, Georgia, passed from this life on Saturday, April 4, 2026 in the comfort of his home. Born on April 10, 1957, Edgar was the son of Adolphus and Mildred (Crawford) Brinkley and grew up in Baker County. He was a 1975 graduate of Paxon High School. Edgar worked for many years in landscaping, most notably as a groundskeeper at the Orange Park Golf Course and Country Club. He enjoyed tinkering and working in his yard at home in his free time, and was also an avid hunter.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters, Nancy Eddins, Emogene Strong, and Clair Brinkley.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his daughter Tricia Brinkley of Fort Valley; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Byron (Sherree) Brinkley of Macclenny and his twin sister, Martha Buehler of Fort Payne, Alabama; as well as nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM at North Prong Cemetery with Rev. Arnold Johns officiating.

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

04/05/2026

✝ He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. — Matthew 28:6

🤍This Easter, we are reminded that even in life’s hardest moments, hope is never lost. May the promise of new life bring comfort and renewal to you and your loved ones.

Wishing you a blessed Easter from our GFFH family to yours.

04/02/2026

Evelyn Estelle Parker, 77 of Glen St. Mary, passed from this life and into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 after an extended illness. Evelyn was the daughter of James E. and Ernestine (Peacock) Wallace, born on August 10, 1948. She would work for a number of years for Bell South, later AT&T, as an emergency operator.

Evelyn kept Jesus first, family a close second, followed by her love for her famous cooking. She was known affectionately as “NeNe” to her grandkids, and anyone else who needed a “NeNe”. She loved spending time on her front porch drinking sweet tea, feeding the fish in her pond, and most importantly, being around her family. She also enjoyed dancing, especially to Alan Jackson. Ms. Evelyn will be remembered for her kind, calm, loving personality.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She leaves behind her children, Carmen Melinda “Mendy” Hort of Ponte Vedra Beach and Steven Parker of Glen St. Mary; grandchildren, Kaylee (Noureddine) Talbi, Kasey (Dallas) Saladin, Payton (Carleigh) Parker, and Pierce (Mackenzie Williams) Parker; great granddaughter, Kennedy Isla Saladin; as well as extended family and friends.

A Celebration of Evelyn’s Life will be held Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Raiford Road Church at 12:00 PM with Rev. Tommy Richardson officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 11:00 AM.

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

04/02/2026

Charles Jack Reneau, 73 of Glen St. Mary, departed this life on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Charles rejoined his bride, Regina, who preceded him in death just three weeks prior. He was born in DeQuincy, Louisiana to CJ and Velma (Alston) Reneau on November 30, 1952.

Best known as “Jack”, Mr. Reneau owned and operated his own construction business for a number of years. Jack enjoyed spending his free time with family, hunting and fishing in his younger years, and woodworking and cabinet building.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Regina Reneau.

He is survived by his sons, Adam (Diana) Reneau, Kyle (Christina) Reneau, and Gary (Erin) Reneau; grandchildren, Tyler, Amber, Ethan, Eian, Grady, Karson, Jainee, and Knox; siblings, Bub (Trolinda) Reneau and Kenny (Phyllis) Reneau both of DeQuincy, Louisiana and Phyllis Reneau of Starks, Louisiana.

A Gathering of Friends and Family will take place on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.

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

04/02/2026

Robert Oscar “Bobby” Bell, 82 of Branford, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 after an extended illness under the care of the Haven Hospice - Suwannee Valley Hospice Center.

Bobby worked most of his life operating heavy equipment, cutting timber for Georgia Pacific. He enjoyed fishing on the river and loved to have a good time with family and friends. You could often find him in his yard, tinkering on tools or equipment, even if there wasn’t anything wrong with it.

He was born in Jasper on May 25, 1943 to Clifford and Ema (King) Bell.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Sarah Norman, Betty Mercer, Mary Conger, Margaret “Toni” Alford, Clifford “Ebo” Bell, Edward Bell, and Ernest Bell; daughter, Regina Kemp; and a grandson, Kyle Newmans.

He leaves behind his son, Robert “Boo” (Nadia) Bell of Lake City; grandchildren, Korey Newmans, Kaleb Newmans, Lacey Bell, Bradley Bell, Tristan Riley; great-grandchildren, Ellie, Kylie, Brynnleigh, Holdyn, Hydi, and Kazely Newmans.

The family will gather with friends on Monday, April 6, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home of Lake City.

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

03/31/2026

James Edward Thompson, 87 of Mershon, Georgia, passed from this life on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Folkston Park Nursing and Rehab. James was born in Statesboro on July 28, 1938 to James J. and Ruby Johnson Thompson. James would serve his country in the United States Army Reserves. He would go into the electrical trade and worked for many years for IBEW Local 177 until his retirement in 1995.

James’ passion outside of work was fishing, mainly on Thurmond Lake where the family had a lake house. The family split time between Georgia and Jacksonville, where James’ love for racing shined. He would volunteer as a fireman at the Jacksonville Speedway and would do anything to be close to the track. He was an avid NASCAR and dirt track fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ralph Thompson, and a daughter, Vickie Thompson.

He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of sixty five years Glenda Thompson; children, Sequana (Roger, Sr.) Beale and Kathy (Troy) Willard both of Jacksonville and Randall Thompson of Lincolnton, Georgia; a grandson they raised as a son, Aaron M. Thompson; twelve grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; siblings, Earl (Bonnie) Thompson of Yulee and Sue Thompson of Wrightsboro, Georgia.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens with Rev. Chris Drum officiating. The family will gather with friends at the cemetery at 10:00 AM.

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

03/28/2026

🥳Join us in wishing Dana Forbes a very Happy Birthday!

🤍Happy Birthday, Dana Forbes!

Today we celebrate someone who brings so much heart to Guerry Forbes Funeral Home in Lake City. As a Funeral Assistant, Dana is a steady source of compassion and comfort for the families we serve. Beyond her work, Dana is also the proud mother of one of our fearless leaders, Hawke Forbes!

🥳Join us in wishing Dana a wonderful birthday filled with love and joy!

03/20/2026

Mrs. Willie Mae Green, a sixty year Baker County resident, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the age of 78. She was born in Bonifay, Florida to the late Willie Joe and Mary Maggie Payne Burnham. Mrs. Green was employed by Glen St. Mary Nursery for twenty two years then by the Baker County School Board for several years. She was a member of Road To Calvary Church and loved spending time in God’s Word. While Mrs. Green enjoyed crafting and arranging flowers, her utmost joy was her family.

She is survived by her husband of forty three years: T.C. Green Jr. of Macclenny; son: Michael (Melissa) Harris of Macclenny; daughters: Melissa Ann Harris of Macclenny and Jennifer Green of Lakeland, Florida; grandchildren: Jamie, Angelica, Michael Ann, Starla, and Destiny; thirteen great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren; brother: Johnny (Julie) Burnham of Macclenny; and sister: Linda (Buddy) Barton of St. George, GA. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son Steve Harris; brother: Rufus Burnham; and sisters: Francis Burnham and Elizabeth Burnham.

Funeral services to honor her life will be held 12:00pm, Monday, March 23, 2026 in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home, 420 E. Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida with Reverend Wendy Florio officiating. Interment will follow the service at Macedonia Cemetery, Macclenny. The family will receive friends at 11:00am, the morning of the service, at the funeral home.

Hawke M. T. Forbes, William L. Guerry and the staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home are honored to serve the Green family.

03/20/2026

Dalene Elizabeth Hatmaker, 90 of Macclenny, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 with her family by her side. She was born in Mocksville, North Carolina on November 15, 1935 to Robert and Daphne (Stroud) Safret.

She spent time throughout her life in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, Rockledge, Florida, and the last ten years in Baker County. She worked for the Brevard County Sheriff’s office for many years, reach the rank of Sergeant of communications. Dalene enjoyed gardening and yard work in her free time and was very active as a volunteer in Brevard County, donating her time and energy to serving others. Dalene was an outgoing, adventurous soul and she even sky dived at the age of 85.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her children Charles “Mike” Bruce of Macclenny and Robin Renee Harris of Farragut, Tennessee; grandson, Steven Fitzgerald; and her husband, Paul Hatmaker of Oliver Springs, Tennessee.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

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

03/17/2026

Sheryl Coolbaugh was born on January 4, 1969, in Pennsylvania. Over the years she lived in California before eventually settling in Florida, carrying with her a bold spirit, a love for adventure, and a deep appreciation for the people in her life. She loved the outdoors and you could always find her in the garden.

Sheryl enjoyed motorcycles, baking, shopping, and crafting. She had a curious nature and was always willing to try something new. She loved spending time with family and friends, sharing laughs, stories, and the little moments that make life meaningful. Later in life, being surrounded by her grandchildren brought her the greatest joy.

She is survived by her three sons, Nathan, Robert, and Mark, and her eight beloved grandchildren, along with many friends and extended family who will miss her dearly.

Sheryl will be remembered for her spirited personality, her love for family and friends, and the way she embraced life with heart and determination.

Her memory will live on in the lives she touched.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:30 PM until 7:30 PM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home. Chaplain Terry Yerby will officiate the service and there will be a meal to follow.

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

03/17/2026

🥳Happy Birthday to our Nana!

🤍Our GFFH family wants to wish a very Happy Birthday to Diane Guerry, better known as Nana!

Nana, your love has reached far beyond your own family. Through the countless hams you prepared for families during their hardest days, you have shown the kind of care that leaves a lasting mark on those who have met you.

🥳Join us in wishing Nana a day filled with love and blessings!

03/16/2026

Raymond Keith Lucas, 76 of Macclenny, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 under the care of Macclenny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Raymond was born in Columbia, South Carolina on July 26, 1949, the son of Clyde and Jessie (Parker) Lucas. Raymond retired after 40 years at the Florida Department of Corrections. He was a member of St. James Baptist Church and thoroughly enjoyed attending there. He enjoyed singing, as well as golf and bowling in his younger years. He was an avid fan of the Jaguars, Clemson Tigers, and the Baker County Wildcats and enjoyed attending games when he could.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Stanley Lucas.

He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Lucas of Altamonte Springs; grandsons, Jameson Thorpe and Jax Thorpe; siblings, Vivian Lucas and Karen (John) Rambo both of Macclenny and Warren Lucas of Jacksonville; as well as nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held.

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