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Carolyn Louise Keene, 83, of Satsuma, passed from this life on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at UF Health Flagler Hospital...
01/20/2026

Carolyn Louise Keene, 83, of Satsuma, passed from this life on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at UF Health Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine following a brief illness. Born in Rockwood, Tennessee, she resided in Putnam County for the past 48 years. Carolyn was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed her Yorkies and working in her flower beds. Carolyn also cherished time at family get-togethers.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Brenda Sue Kinlaw, her parents, Homer Gilliam and Patsy Bane Gilliam Kreel and 9 siblings, Buddy, Jack, Gene, George, Bob, Anita, Faye, Kathleen and Christine.

Carolyn is survived by 4 children, Connie Rowland Cappel (Frank), William Rowland, Robert J. Rowland (Shannon) and Joyce Ann Rowland, all of Satsuma, a sister, Patricia Bledsoe (Jim) of Rockwood, TN, 22 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date.

Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at Carolyn’s Book of Memories page at www.j-ofunerals.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

Althea Audrey Langston, 87, of Satsuma, Florida, passed away at her home surrounded by her family following an extended ...
01/20/2026

Althea Audrey Langston, 87, of Satsuma, Florida, passed away at her home surrounded by her family following an extended illness on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Born in Ocala, Florida, she moved to Satsuma, been there since 1967, then off to Peniel and San Mateo. Audrey was a member of the Francis Baptist Church in Palatka, a member of the Ancient City Cloggers and was involved with the Gopher Ridge Hunting Club. In her leisure time, Audrey enjoyed crocheting, woodworking, painting and liked mowing her grass.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marshall H. Faircloth and Ella L. Faircloth Key, her husband, Quincy B. Langston, a son, Randy Britton Langston, a sister, Sylvia V. Emery and brothers, Barney Otto Faircloth and Thomas H. Faircloth.

Audrey is survived by sons, Terry Marlow Langsotn (Liz), Bruce Darvin Langston (Ilene) and Quincy Darrell Langston (Debbie), a daughter, Althea Belinda Miller, as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Graveside Services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. at the Palatka Memorial Gardens with Pastor Randy Beals officiating. There will be no public visitation.

Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at Audrey’s Book of Memories page at www.j-ofunerals.com.

Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

Yes, we are here to help plan a cremation, at the time of need or in advance. From the comfort of home, or by meeting us...
01/20/2026

Yes, we are here to help plan a cremation, at the time of need or in advance. From the comfort of home, or by meeting us in person, plan ahead and give the greatest gift to loved ones.

Dana Scott Gooding passed peacefully at 8:30pm Tuesday January 13th, 2026, at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital.Dana was bo...
01/19/2026

Dana Scott Gooding passed peacefully at 8:30pm Tuesday January 13th, 2026, at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital.

Dana was born in Danvers Massachusetts on August 15, 1975. He graduated from Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School and soon moved to Florida quote never to return to the Cold New England winters.

Dana was well known as a DJ in nightclubs in his hometown of Palatka and also in Ft. Lauderdale and Miami for the past 25 years. Dana was full of life and loved to see people dancing and having fun to his mixes.

He also worked alongside his father Donald Gooding at Putnam County Bicycles in Palatka. He sold, fixed, rode and collected new, used and classic bikes. The bike shop wasn't just known as a place of business but was also known to locals as a place to go for a while, hang out and share stories.

Dana was very active in town helping out with Holiday events etc. If there was something going on in downtown Palatka, you would be sure to find Dana and his Dad on the streets gladly helping out.

Dana always had a special love of animals. He almost always had a dog and or cat. Recently he and his beloved cat Buddy had a very special bond.

Dana leaves behind his immediate family Father Donald Gooding Sr. and Mother Judith Gooding (deceased 2013), of Palatka Fl. His oldest brother Donald Gooding Jr. and partner Lisa Guyer of Auburn NH., Deborah Gooding (ex-sister-in-law), nephew, Donald Gooding III and partner Megan Beaulieu of Londonderry NH., niece, Deanna Lefton, husband, Jordan Lefton and grandniece, Clover Lefton of Candia NH., middle brother, David Gooding (deceased 2011), his wife Suzanne Gooding, niece, Tyler Klein, husband, Connor Klein and grandnephews, William and Brody Klein, nieces, Jessica, Cassidy and Allie Gooding all of Illinois.

Dana’s service will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday January 31, 2026, at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home located at 307 S. Palm Ave, Palatka Fl. 32177.

Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at Dana’s Book of Memories page at www.j-ofunerals.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

Dr. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” On this day of ref...
01/19/2026

Dr. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” On this day of reflection, we remember his message and the power of serving with dignity and empathy.

When dealing with a terminal illness and considering end-of-life preplanning, it is important for families to be on the ...
01/17/2026

When dealing with a terminal illness and considering end-of-life preplanning, it is important for families to be on the same page about the patient’s care plan. In palliative care, family meetings are an important tool in identifying the patient’s wishes. We maintain relationships with many hospices in the area, so feel free to reach out with questions with a Facebook message.

Sherry Diane Carpenter-ShannonSherry Sharron, 65, a long-time resident of Interlachen, was born on February 21, 1960, pa...
01/16/2026

Sherry Diane Carpenter-Shannon
Sherry Sharron, 65, a long-time resident of Interlachen, was born on February 21, 1960, passed away January 13, 2026, in her home surrounded by Family and Friends. Sherry was noted for her sense of humor and keen sense of wit. Sherry is survived by her son, Adam Shannon, and daughter Shauntel Bruner-Alvanna, Granddaughters Audrey Bruner-Alvanna and Suluk Alvanna and Son-in-law JJ Alvanna.
Sherry is also survived by Sisters Joan Carpenter-Glasser and Linda Kennedy-Wilkinson and Brother Jerry Carpenter and Sister-in-laws Wendy Kennedy, Gayle Kennedy, and Ronda G Carpenter. She was preceded in death by father Arthur B Carpenter and mother Ruth E Kennedy-Carpenter, brothers Craig Kennedy and Mark Kennedy and sister Denise Carpenter.
Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at Sherry’s Book of Memories page at www.j-ofunerals.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

Dr. John Voris Heyse, 81, of Palatka, FL, passed away on January 1, 2026, after a short illness. John was born in Ocean ...
01/16/2026

Dr. John Voris Heyse, 81, of Palatka, FL, passed away on January 1, 2026, after a short illness. John was born in Ocean City, New York and grew up in Valley Stream Long Island, NY. After high school he attended Syracuse University and then moved on to Vasser College and then Stonybrook where he earned his master’s and eventually his Ph.D. During his college years he meet his wife Wendy Heller Heyse and eventually married on September 13, 1975. In 1985, John and Wendy moved to California where John worked for Chevron Research and Technology in Richmond, California and eventually resided until 2023 in Crockett, California with his wife and only daughter. For many years, John was very active in his church community where he sang in the choir, became the treasurer for over 15 years, served on the church vestry and at times being the Junior Warden and Senior Warden. He also helped with many church events in the kitchen and was known as the “Egg Man” at Lent Breakfasts. For many years, John sang with many choirs including being a part of a German Community and Choir. He assumed the role of President for the Richmond Choir for many years. After retirement from Chevron, John took up walking at many parks around the Bay Area and capturing amazing pictures of butterflies which were his hobby. Even when he went to his family summer home in Upstate New York, he took pictures of many butterflies and would take the time to identify them. John also loved traveling, especially to Europe. During many vacations he would do Genealogy for not only his family but many of his friends which was a favorite pass time of his. In 2023, he moved to Florida to be closer to his older sister. He is preceded in death by his wife Wendy Heller Heyse, his parents William and Ruth Heyse, his brother William T. Heyse, and sisters Elizabeth A Peck and Ruthie Heyse Ternlund. He is survived by his daughter Jessie Heyse-Senn, son in law Joshua Senn, Grandchildren Emma Sharon Senn, Andrew John Senn, Rylan William Senn, his twin sister Peggy Palange (John), younger brother Stephen P Heyse (Christine) and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service for John will be held in California at Grace Church in Martinez. In lieu flowers, please donate to John’s Memory to North America Butterfly Association
Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at John’s Book of Memories page at www.j-ofunerals.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

MYTH: Hospice is only available in the last few days of life.FACT: Hospice is available at any point that a physician ce...
01/15/2026

MYTH: Hospice is only available in the last few days of life.
FACT: Hospice is available at any point that a physician certifies that a person has a life-limiting illness and life expectancy is 6 months or less. People live an average of 29 days longer in hospice care than alternative forms of end of life care (and often with more comfort, dignity and peace).

Pets have a special way of offering comfort through all of life’s moments. On Dress Up Your Pet Day, we celebrate the jo...
01/14/2026

Pets have a special way of offering comfort through all of life’s moments. On Dress Up Your Pet Day, we celebrate the joy and companionship they bring—sometimes in a bowtie or a cozy sweater.

Macey Morris Thomas, 91, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Ocala, Florida.Born in Florenc...
01/13/2026

Macey Morris Thomas, 91, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Ocala, Florida.
Born in Florence, South Carolina and she resided in Palatka, Florida since she was 2 years old. She attended Putnam County Schools as a child, then worked as a care giver in Putnam County, for many years.
She was Macey, Mae, Miss Macey, Aunt Macey, Aunt Mae, or Memaw to all who knew her. She loved her Connect Church (Church of God) family, where she had been attending church since she was 14 years old.
More than anything else she enjoyed spending as much time as possible with her children and 50 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great- grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Leon Thomas, Sr., a son Samuel J. Thomas, a daughter Susan D. Hathcock, 6 sisters and one brother.
Survivors include daughters, Connie Metzler (Rodney) of Bostwick and Tammie Kechula (Mark) of Orlando; and son Leon Thomas, Jr. (Angie) of Palatka; brothers, James A. Morris (Hilda) and Anthony Morris; 13 grandchildren, 24 great- grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and loving friends.
Macey’s Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Johnson-Overturf Chapel, 307 S. Palm Ave., Palatka. The family will receive friends from noon until 1:00 pm on Thursday. Interment will be next to her husband in Oak Hill West Cemetery.
Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at Macey’s Book of Memories page at www.j-ofunerals.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

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