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03/16/2026

03/13/2026

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03/10/2026

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03/10/2026

Phronia Stanley, 84, went to be with her Lord at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. She was born on October 14, 1941, to Maggie and Author Langford. She was preceded in death by her loving husband George (Bud) Stanley. They were blessed with 62 years of marriage.

She leaves behind two children, Wendy Newman and Randy Stanley, grandchildren Kristofer Gardana, Tiffanie Piazza, Andy Gardana, Randy Stanley Jr., Daniel Stanley, Nicole Stanley, and 9 great grandchildren. She is survived by her brother Joseph (Sonny) Langford, and three sisters, Joyce Trail, Elsie (Marie) Johns, and Sue Riner.

She was a godly woman of deep faith. She enjoyed being a seamstress for many years and loved working in her garden. She wrote and related many stories about her childhood living on the farm in Alachua County, FL. Her greatest joy was her family, and she looked forward to going home to be with her heavenly father.

A funeral service to honor Phronia will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at Watson-Milton Funeral Home. Family will receive friends for a visitation one hour prior to the service at 10:00 AM. Phronia will be laid to rest immediately following the service at Center Hill Cemetery. Arrangements and under the care and direction of Watson-Milton Funeral Home, Trenton. www.WatsonMilton.com (352) 463-8888

03/08/2026

K. Everritt Heaton, Jr., beloved husband, father, son, brother, and community servant, departed this life on March 6, 2026, in Bell, Florida, surrounded by his family as they sang hymns and held hands in prayer. Born on April 15, 1985, in Greenville, South Carolina, Everritt's journey through life was marked by unwavering faith, selflessness, and a profound love for his family and community.

A proud graduate of Trenton High School in 2003, and later a student at Florida College in Tampa, Everritt dedicated his life to service in numerous capacities. He called Gilchrist County Home since he was 9 years old and spent his life proudly serving in the community. His career included time spent as a Trenton Volunteer Firefighter, City Commissioner and employee for Watson-Milton Funeral Home. At the time of his passing, he was serving as both a Gilchrist County First Responder-Chaplain and an evangelist at the Church of Christ in Trenton. He was a man who loved God's people with his whole heart and saw people for who they are. For 16 years, he was blessed to work with the Trenton Congregation, a special group of God's people that molded him into the preacher he became. His hope was always that the work he cherished would continue to thrive even beyond his earthly presence.

His life was filled with loving memories spent with family, whether through ranger rides, family vacations, or cheering for his children from the stands or coaching them from the field. He spent his time wisely teaching his children valuable life lessons and skills he had grown to master. He also taught them the importance of God first and modeled that in his everyday living. Everitt found joy in simple pleasures, such as sitting in the swing at the barn, planting gardens, and creating lasting memories through woodworking and home renovations with his family—always promising to share these efforts with others.

In 2006, Everritt married his best friend, Belinda Heaton. Together, they celebrated 20 years of a marriage built on a mutual commitment to place Christ at the center of their lives. Their bond was nothing short of a true love story, a testament to selfless love that defined their journey together.

Everritt's character was an embodiment of wisdom beyond his years, serving not only as a teacher but also as a devoted and honest friend. He was determined, generous, and courageous—a fighter until his last breath. His proudest accomplishment was his unwavering commitment to allow God to use him to help save lives and souls, ensuring that all glory was given to the One he faithfully served.

Everritt leaves behind a loving family. He is survived by his best friend and spouse, Belinda Heaton; children, Braylyn, Kendon, Karina, and Celina; his parents, Kent Heaton, Sr. and Karen Heaton; his siblings, Susan (Bryan) Fletcher from Ringgold, GA, Kevin (Brittany) Heaton from Zephyrhills, FL, and Sarah (Saif) Alsafeer from Tulsa, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews: Joslyn Fletcher, Josie Heaton, Leila Alsafeer, Jordan Alsafeer, Riley Heaton, Hayden Heaton, Zeke Fletcher, Graham Heaton, and Aden Alsafeer; bonus grandchildren, Stetson and Paisley Maxwell. Everritt was also deeply cherished by extended family, friends, and children which he adored as his own.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Kenneth Taylor, Barbara Taylor, and John and Mary Heaton.

Everritt Heaton will be greatly missed, remembered not only for his dedication to service and faith but for his incredible capacity to love. His legacy will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know him, as his spirit lives on in the hearts of family, friends, and the community he so profoundly impacted.

A visitation for K. Everritt Heaton, Jr. will be held at Trenton High School Auditorium on Friday, March 20th from 6-8 pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 21 at 10:00 am also at the Trenton High School Auditorium. Everritt will be buried with fire rescue honors at City of Chiefland Cemetery in Chiefland, Fl following the service. Following interment family and friends are invited to join in a meal at Haven Hospice Community Building at 311 NE 9th St, Chiefland, Fl.

Everritt's final wishes were for his arrangements to be under the care and direction of Watson-Milton Funeral Home in Trenton, Fl. His words were, "They are not just a funeral home, they are my family." Watson-Milton Funeral Home in Trenton, Fl is honored to fulfill his wishes. www.watsonmilton.com 352.463.8888

03/07/2026

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03/06/2026

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03/06/2026

Edward Gene “Eddie” Robinson, 60, passed away on March 3, 2026, in Chiefland, Florida. He was born on July 30, 1965, in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Eddie was a patient, kind, and very reserved man with a dry sense of humor that those closest to him appreciated most. He enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, especially sitting at his bar listening to music and unwinding after a long day. He was rarely idle and was always working with his hands, fixing, building, or finding something that needed to be done.

As a father, Eddie was hardworking, devoted, and deeply loving. He led by example and showed his love through dedication and quiet support. As a grandfather, he found great joy in spoiling his grandkids. He loved taking them to the fair, and with Grandpa, they could get away with just about anything. He never seemed to tell them “no.”

He enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, shooting in his spare time, and putting together detailed models of motorcycles, planes, and boats.

Eddie is preceded in death by his father, James Robinson; his grandparents, Floyd and Edna Robinson; and his uncle, Tom Robinson.

Eddie is survived by his loving wife Phyllis Robinson; his sons, Jonathan (Lindsay) Robinson and Jacob (Ashley) Robinson; his grandchildren, Olivia, Parker, Nathan, and Allison; his brother, Jon (Toni) Robinson; He is also survived by many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends who will deeply miss him

A Memorial Service for Eddie will be held on Saturday, March, 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Watson-Milton Funeral Home, Trenton. Family will receive friends for a visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Watson-Milton Funeral Home, Trenton. www.WatsonMilton.com (352) 463-8888

03/03/2026

William Asacia Arrington, known to many as WA, Dub, Uncle Dubby, and most affectionately the name he loved most, Pa, went home to be with our Lord on Monday, March 2, 2026. He was born in Trenton, Florida on May 28, 1949, to Thomas and Mae Arrington.

WA was fondly known throughout the community as a skilled butcher and later the proud owner of his own meat processing business and, of course, for his famous whole hog sausage. People didn’t just know him in the tri-county area. Folks would drive from all over just to have WA process their meat, because they trusted his work and the care he put into every animal that came to him. Over the years, he processed thousands of animals, including cows, hogs, and over 400 deer each season. To WA, the people who brought their livestock and game to him weren’t just customers; they were friends and neighbors who felt more like family, and he treated them that way every single day. He spent over 30 years at Scaff’s in Bell, where generations of locals remember his friendly smile, steady hands, and commitment to quality.

He mentored many men in the trade of butchering, young and old alike, including his own son and grandson, but most importantly, he used the opportunity to guide them to the love of Jesus Christ through the sharing of the Gospel, a faith which he boldly lived out and shared.

WA had a mischievous streak that kept everyone on their toes. Any unattended drink was fair game for a sq**rt of Dawn dish detergent, and leaving your car unlocked near him almost guaranteed some kind of surprise. His love of practical jokes became a treasured family tradition passed down to his children and grandchildren. WA also had a fond love for horses and dogs, fishing, Akins BBQ, and of course, his wife’s down-home southern cooking.
He is survived by the love of his life, Blanche Arrington. This year, they would have celebrated 57 beautiful years of marriage, a testament to steadfast love, faith, and devotion. He is also survived by his children, Paul (Dawn) Arrington, Amee (Greg) Turner, and Karen (Jason) Driggers; and his beloved grandchildren, Colby (Sarah) Eastman, Brandon (Michelle) Eastman, Kason Driggers, Samantha Arrington, and Willow Arrington, along with six precious great-grandchildren who brought him immeasurable joy. He is also survived by a host of cousins, extended family, and dear friends throughout the tri-county area.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mae Arrington.

WA’s last few days on earth had been spent visiting with family, friends, and neighbors, sharing stories, telling jokes, reminiscing of the old days, surrounded in love. In accordance with WA’s wishes, there will be no formal memorial service. Instead, the family asks that in his memory you spend time with your loved ones, make things right where you can, and boldly share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

“Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your Lord.” Matthew 25:23
Watson-Milton Funeral Home is honored to assist WA’s family during this time. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Watson-Milton Funeral Home. (352) 463-8888 www.WatsonMilton.com

03/01/2026

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