Archer-Milton Funeral Home

11/28/2025

Planning a funeral when you’re grieving a loss can be stressful. That’s why planning ahead for funeral wishes is a gift of love for your family – you lift the burden of funeral planning from their shoulders. Check out this article to learn more about helping your family by planning ahead!

Thinking about your funeral can be intimidating, but if you plan ahead for your wishes, you can make a difficult time easier for your family.

11/28/2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Roy Stover, age 68, who passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, at his home after a long and tough fight. Born on February 24, 1957, in Beckley, West Virginia, Roy lived his life spreading' joy and making friends wherever he went.

Roy was a hard-working man, full of character and charm. He spent many years behind the wheel as a long-haul truck driver, taking his beloved wife, Betty "Denise" Stover, along for the ride as they traversed this great land from coast to coast. Together, they made plenty of memories on the open road, always stopping here and there to see the sights and enjoy a good meal. But Roy wasn’t just any truck driver; he was also a mechanic at heart and could fix anything with an engine. Just hand him a wrench and watch him work his magic.

For those who knew him, Roy was a jokester who loved to make folks laugh. He had a way of lightening the mood no matter where he was, always cracking a good joke or telling a funny story. With his easy-going demeanor, he truly was a good ole county boy, making friends like it was the most natural thing in the world. He had a knack for working hard and playing even harder, often spending his days fishing out on the water, both deep sea and fresh, chasing after the big ones with a smile on his face.

Roy leaves behind his treasured family, which includes his wife of 21 years, Denise; his loving daughters, Christy (James) Cole and Katie Michelle Chapman; step-children, Richard (Amanda) Pullum, and Shane (Amanda) Pullum; as well as his step-grandbabies—Cheyenne, Harley, Dryden, Alyssa, Anna Lynn, Abel, Destiny, Jordan, Bailey, Stephanie, Alanna, and little Azlynn and great-grandchild Parker Napier. Roy will be missed by his siblings, Doff (Doris) Stover, Trisha Padgett, and Kay (Frank) Hajosch, who have all shared plenty of stories and laughter with him over the years. He is held dear in the hearts of many. We remember him fondly as a family man who cherished his kin above all else.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Zona Thompson Stover, his stepdaughter, Stephanie Jean-Marie Pullum, and his brother, Dwight Stover.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects at the graveside service on December 3, 2025, at Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery in Orange Park, Florida. The service will start at 2 PM, with Bro. Daniel Padgett officiating.

Archer-Milton Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stover family during this difficult time. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We wish you a joyful day filled with people you love. And seeing as this is a time for gratitude, what are you most thankful for this year?

11/26/2025

Headed to a potluck? Having family members over for dinner? Check out this article for simple and tasty side dishes that are guaranteed to be crowd-pleasers!

From refreshing salads to roasted veggies, we’ve got something here for everyone—and every main course.

11/24/2025

11/21/2025

When you’re grieving, the last thing you need is added stress. While Thanksgiving brings a lot of wonderful things, it can also add more to your to-do list. To help you keep things simple while you’re grieving, check out these 7 ways to decrease your Thanksgiving stress!

Are you grieving this Thanksgiving? To keep things simple, check out these 7 ways to decrease Thanksgiving stress during times of grief.

11/20/2025

Thank you Lake Butler Middle School for hosting us at career day. We had a great time educating children about the death care industry.

11/19/2025

Letters from important figures, a reel of film, and an Academy Award… what do these all have in common? They’re all in the TIMES Archives! Click the link below to explore these and other artifacts from the archives.

The Zapruder film, a note from Martin Luther King, the first TIME logo, and more

11/19/2025

Helen Johns Bradshaw, age 98, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, surrounded by her family at the W. Frank Wells Nursing Home, following an extended illness. She was born on February 11, 1927, in Taylor, Florida, and lived a life filled with both professional dedication and family.

Helen dedicated 30 years to Macclenny Elementary School, where she shaped the minds and hearts of her 4th-grade students. Her passion for education began with her own academic achievements, graduating from the University of Florida in 1967 with a Bachelor's in Education. Before embracing a longstanding career in teaching, Helen owned Karelle's Dress Shop in Macclenny. Helen was an active and faithful member of Glen Hill Primitive Baptist Church.

Known for her love of family, Helen was an integral part of her loved ones’ lives. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Belinda Green; her grandchildren, Michael Jr. (Sarah) Green and April (Quincy) Horn; and her great-grandchildren, Elisha, Maggie, Andrews, Bethany, Giddeon, Rebie Green, and Dalton and Levi Dietz. Additionally, she is remembered fondly by her siblings, Arnold (Cindy) Johns and Sherry (Ted) Patterson, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Helen had a vibrant spirit, enjoying a variety of pursuits throughout her life. She loved playing golf, continuing to swing clubs well into her 80s, and relished the joy of dancing in her younger years. In her later years, she found joy in playing Bingo, with her new friends at the nursing home.

On November 21, 2025, family and friends will gather for visitation at Glen Hill Primitive Baptist Church in Glen St. Mary, Florida, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM with Arnold Johns and Michael Green, Jr. officiating. Helen will be laid to rest immediately following the service at Taylor Church Cemetery.

Archer-Milton Funeral Home is honored to serve Mike and the rest of the Green/Johns family during this difficult time. 386-496-2008 www.archerfuneralhome.com

11/19/2025

If this is your first Thanksgiving after losing a loved one, things are going to be different. Nothing will be quite the same, but instead of trying to make things like they always were, consider doing things a little bit different.

You could bake your loved one's favorite dessert in their memory. Write a gratitude list of things you truly appreciated about them as a person. Or visit with family and friends who can share old memories with you and make new ones. Even though you’re grieving, you can make this holiday special and one to remember with fondness.

11/17/2025

Life is a climb, but the view is amazing! Celebrate National Take a Hike Day and explore the beauty around you.

11/17/2025

Navigating the Holidays – Support for Those Grieving❤️

The holiday season can be especially heavy when you’re walking through grief. If you or someone you love is hurting this time of year, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Rhonda and Demetrise are hosting a 2-hour GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays seminar that will offer encouragement, practical tools and a safe space to find support.
This session is designed to help you:
✨ Understand why the holidays can feel so overwhelming
✨ Learn practical ways to find moments of peace
✨ Discover how to honor your loved one
✨ Connect with others who truly understand

Monday, November 24
6:30–8:30 PM
Gather: 190 E Main St, Lake Butler
Books: $10, available the night of the session

For questions or to register scan the QR code below or contact Rhonda Clyatt – 352-494-6601 or Demetrise Thomas – 904-263-0451