Beverly M. Brunelle

Sept. 18, 1940 – Oct. 9, 2011

We lost our Mother, our Grandmother, our Sister, our Aunt, and our Friend, Beverly Brunelle, on Oct. 9, 2011, shortly following her 71st birthday. She was preceded on her journey home by her  husband, Gerard Brunelle (her soulmate); her brother, Carl Hagert; and her beloved dog, Precious. We’re sure they will be reunited and continue to watch over us from the heavens above. She is survived  by her son, Todd Blonhine, his wife, Cathy and four children, Anna (and husband, Joshua) VandenEnde, Mary, Elliot and William; her daughter, Lisa Blonshine, her husband Jeff and daughter, Jamie; her son, Patrick Laudone, his wife, Jennifer and sons, Joshua and Joseph; her daughter, Georgina Laudone, her fiance, Anthony and children Angelica and Sarah; sister, Sandra Cassano; and sister-in-law, Marjorie Hagert; and several nieces and nephews.

Beverly was a C.P.A. who not only worked diligently for her clients, but also built long-lasting friendships with many of them. She was a shoot-from-the-hip accountant who told it like it was and would fight for a client’s rights with everything she had. She had compassion for those in need and opened her heart and home to many. She raised and sold thoroughbred horses for several years at her “Heaven on Earth”, her farm in Live Oak, Florida. She loved to garden, but was disappointed that tax season always fell in the middle of planting season. She would know a stranger’s life history in less than an hour, chatting with people in supermarket lines, at roadside stands, in doctors’ offices, or anywhere she would meet an individual she did not know. Bev was not your typical CPA – no business suits, no fancy office, no messing with her individuality. If she liked you, she’d work with you. If you were not her cup of tea, she would tell you that. She didn’t pull punches but would give you food if you had none, would take you in if you needed a place to stay. She was a strong model for women’s capabilities and expectations, proving that age and circumstances were no hurdles as determination and spirit paved the way for her to graduate college with a high point average and pass her CPA exams at her first sitting when she was an adult with four children.

She will be missed by her family, her friends, and her clients , but we will all remember how she touched our hearts and blessed us with her knowledge, her thoughtfulness, and most of all, her love.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Heart Association, The American Cancer Society, or your local Humane Society or Animal Shelter. Because Thanksgiving was her favorite holiday and she and Jerry had established the tradition of a huge family gathering over that ling weekend, a remembrance service will be held at 8277 163rd Place, Live Oak, FL. at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 25, 2011.

Carnes Funeral Home, 1102 Indiana South, Houston, Texas, in charge of arrangements.

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Clark Dean Eplin

Jan. 17, 1958

Oct. 16, 2011

 

Clark Dean Eplin, age 53, died suddenly late Sunday afternoon, Oct. 16, 2011, after being accidentally struck by a vehicle at 98th Terrace & 136 West near Live Oak, Fla. The Bowling Green, Ohio native had moved to Live Oak in 2004 from Ft. Pierce, Fla.  He was a member of Clayland Baptist Church.  Clark was an all around handyman who loved to help people.

He was predeceased by his father, William Dewey Eplin and two sons, Walter Dean Eplin and Christopher Scott Eplin.

He is survived by his wife Sue Eplin; his mother, Sally Flories; two sons, Clark Eplin and Nicholas Eplin, all of Live Oak. One brother, Mark (Rita) Eplin of Ft. Pierce, Florida and six grandchildren also survive.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011 at 11 a.m. in the Clayland Baptist Church with the Rev. Bill Lawhon, officiating.  Final disposition will be by cremation.

Please sign the guestbook at www.harrisfuneralhomeinc.net.

Harris Funeral Home & Cremations, Inc., 932 N. Ohio Ave., Live Oak, FL 386-364-5115 is in charge of all arrangements.

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James “Jim” Downs

Dec. 30, 1931

Oct. 19, 2011

 

James “Jim” Downs, age 79, of Live Oak, Florida passed away early Wednesday morning Oct. 19, 2011 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was a native of Jacksonville, FL moving to Live Oak in 1980 from Hialeah, FL. Jim served twenty years in the U.S. Air Force and retired as a captain. He was awarded the Air Medal and many other decorations, medals, badges and citations. He was a member of the Gideon International and the Orange Baptist Church.

He was predeceased by his loving wife, Elizabeth C. Downs; beloved son, Robert A. Downs and devoted daughter-in-law, Laurie Downs.

Survivors include one son James “Scott” Downs, one daughter, Catherine (Mike) Banks all of Live Oak, FL; two sisters, Mary Vest and Betty Belton both of Jacksonville, FL; 11 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held, Monday, Oct. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be held, 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011 at the Orange Baptist Church with Rev. J.H. Brown, Rev. Morgan Campbell and Rev. Bobby McCray officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with full military honors.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Gideon International, 303 W. Howard St., Live Oak, FL 32060.

Please sign the guestbook at www.harrisfuneralhomeinc.net.

Harris Funeral Home & Cremations, Inc., 932 N. Ohio Ave., Live Oak, FL 386-364-5115 is in charge of all arrangements.

 

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James L. “Lenoard” Huffstuttler

March 14, 1947 – Oct. 18, 2011

James L. “Lenoard” Huffstuttler, 64, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011 in Suwannee Valley Care Center, Lake City, Florida following a long illness. Mr. Huffstuttler was born March 14, 1947 in Greenwood Springs, Mississippi. He moved to the Hatchbend area from Lake City, Florida in 1998. He was a sawmill supervisor, a peacetime Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and a member of Hatchbend Baptist Church.

He is predeceased by two sisters, Eloise and Margaret.

Survivors include his wife of 28 years: Arlene Huffstuttler of Hatchbend, Fla.; one daughter: Janice Eversole (Jay) of Douglas, Ga.;  sons: James “Jimmy” Huffstuttler of Dickson, Tenn., Chris Huffstuttler (Lindsay) of Valdosta, Ga., Chris Howard (Laura) and Shawn Howard (Laura) both of Live Oak, Fla.; sisters: Lorene Pingitore (Jim) of Wisconsin, Rene Harrell (Bo) of Statesboro, Ga.; brothers: William Huffstuttler (Revia) of Adele, Ga., Gene Huffstuttler (Anita) of Adele, Ga., Bill Huffstuttler (Pam) of Douglas, Ga., Dave Huffstuttler (Kathy) of Tifton, Ga.; and 11 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 at 11 a.m. in Hatchbend Baptist Church with Rev. George Dunn and Rev. Brett Patterson officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation was held 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011 at Daniels Funeral Home, Branford, FL.

Daniels Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. Branford, FL, in charge of arrangements.

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Lynda Platt Jacobson

Oct. 24, 1947

Oct. 17, 2011

 

Lynda Platt Jacobson, age 63, passed away Monday, Oct. 17, 2011 in the North Florida Regional Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida, following a brief illness. The Miami, Florida native moved to Live Oak in 1980. She was a reservationist with Pan Am air lines before her retirement. Lynda was of the Baptist faith.  She raised and sold Chihuahuas.

She is survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Graveside funeral services for Lynda will be held Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011 at 4 p.m. in the Orange Baptist Church cemetery wit Rev. J. H. Brown officiating.

Please sign the guestbook at www.harrisfuneralhomeinc.net.

Harris Funeral Home & Cremations, Inc., Live Oak, FL 386-364-5115 is in charge of all arrangements.

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David King

March 18, 1946 – Oct. 9, 2011

Mr. David King a resident of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida passed away

Oct. 9, 2011.

Mr. David King is survived by his wife Mrs. Sondra King, five children,

his moth Mrs. Bertha Butler, four brothers, four siestas, five sister-in-laws,

five brother-in-laws, a special aunt Mrs. Daisy Ivey and many other

close relatives and friends.

Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 from

6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in the Mt. Zion I.A.M.E.

Funeral services for Mr. David King will be Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011

at 11 a.m. in the Mt. Moriah I.A.M.E Church, burial in the Beulah Hill Cemetery.

D.M. funeral Home is in charr of all arrangements. Call D.M. Udell

and Sons at (386) 362-4189 or cell (386) 209-0223.

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W. Allen Long, III

May 22, 1975 – Oct. 17, 2011

W. Allen Long, III, 36, Baldwin, Fl passed away on Monday, October 17, 2011. The Valdosta, Ga native worked for Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco (ABT) in Jacksonville, Fl. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge 2412 in McClenny, Fl and a member of the First Baptist Church in Baldwin, Fl. While working 18 years for Law Enforcement he worked at the Department of Corrections for 9 years, State of Florida Agriculture Office for 3 years, and ABT- Key West and Jacksonville. During this time Allen was also assigned to the FBI Joint Terrorism Team Taskforce as the Assistant Coordinator for Weapons of Mass Destruction. He volunteered with the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office, Special Response Team member , GA- G-8 Summit and Shop with a Cop.

Mr. Allen is survived by his wife: Angela Long, Baldwin, Fl; parents: Billy & Sybil Long, Live Oak, Fl; one son: Wade Allen Long, Baldwin, Fl; one brother: James (Renee) Corbin, Live Oak, Fl; one nephew: Hunter Corbin, Live Oak, Fl; one niece: Amanda Corbin, Dallas, Ga ;several aunts, uncles ,cousins and countless friends. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21 at Daniels Memorial Chapel with Rev. Chris Drum officiating. Interment will follow in the Live Oak Cemetery.

Daniels Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., of Live Oak and Branford, FL in charge of arrangements.

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Queen Esther Ivey

Jan. 22, 1935 – Oct. 14, 2011

Mrs. Queen Esther Ivey, age 77, a long life resident of Live Oak, passed away Friday, Oct. 14, 2011 at Shands University of Florida Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida. Mrs. Ivey was a faithful member of Fort Union A. M. E. Church. She had worked with Suwannee River Economic council for 15 years. Her memory will live in the hearts and minds of those who love her so dearly. She is survived by three sons: Lorenzo Lewis Jr of Live Oak, Fla.; Gerald Ivey of Atlanta, Ga.; Marlon Ivey of Live Oak, Fla.; two daughters; Thelma (Willie) Ford, Arlene (Kenneth) Smith all of Live Oak, Fla., two brothers: Lucious (Mamie) Ivey of Miami, Fla.; Ernie (Bernice) Ivey of Lakeland, Fla.; grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday at 11 a.m., Oct. 22, 2011 at African Baptist Church, Walker St., Live Oak, Fla.. Rev. Alex Fountain-Pastor, and Rev. Charles Burke officiating, No visitation will be held. Burial will be in the Delware Cemetery, Live Oak, Fla.. Bennie Thomas Funeral Home, Live Oak, Fla., 386-364-5535 is in charge of all the arrangements.