Ferreira Funeral Services - Macclenny

04/20/2026

Wishing one of our funeral assistants, Mr. William Godwin a very happy birthday. We hope your day as been terrific!🎂

04/17/2026

Harris - Gloria Jean Harris, age 79, of Macclenny, Florida passed away April 17, 2026 at Alice and T. O’Neal Douglas Center for Caring in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida on December 14, 1946 to the late Hyron V. Maddox and Mildred Ernestine Young Maddox. Gloria was raised in Jacksonville and, after completing high school, married the love of her life and lifelong companion, Joseph Harris, on December 20, 1964. She was a devoted wife who cherished her family above all else and took great pride in her roles as wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Gloria enjoyed a long and successful career as a Pediatric Medical Assistant with Children’s Medical Group in Jacksonville. She had a deep passion for helping others, especially children, and found great fulfillment in supporting their health and well-being. In her free time, Gloria loved being outdoors, tending to her flowers and plants. She found joy in the sunshine, cherished time spent near the water, and loved to dance. Above all, she treasured the moments she shared with her family. Gloria was truly a treasure and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 64 years, Joseph Harris; her sister, Bobbie Maddox; and her brother, Robert Maddox.

Gloria is survived by her daughter, Donna (Philip) Tanner of Macclenny, FL; grandchildren, April (Bennie) Patterson, Miranda (Brandon) Taylor, Joseph Tanner; great grandchildren, Ella, Jax, KitKat, Kai, J.P., and Remi; along with many extended family members and friends.

A Celebration of Gloria’s Life will be held on Thursday April 23, 2026, at 11:00 am at Long Branch Cemetery with Pastor Nicholas Burke officiating. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. TODD FERREIRA FUNERAL SERVICES, 250 North Lowder Street, Macclenny, FL 32063 (904) 259-5700. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book.

04/15/2026

Colbert - Dawn Marie Colbert, age 59, of Macclenny, Florida went to her Heavenly Home on April 11, 2026, at Douglas Care Center with her loving family by her side. Dawn was born in New York on September 3, 1966, to her loving parents, Thomas Dunham and Sara Jean Kandibovich Dunham. She was raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and graduated from Americana Preparatory High School in Pompano Beach, Florida. Shortly after completing her education, Dawn met the love of her life and her forever companion, Robert Lee Colbert, Jr. They were happily married in 1987, sharing 29 wonderful years together, and were blessed with five sons and six grandchildren. Early in her career, Dawn served as a paramedic with Broward County. After relocating to Baker County, she and her family made it their forever home. Dawn was deeply passionate about helping others and found great joy in serving youth. She flourished as a school teacher at Emmanuel Christian Academy, during which time she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Atlantic International University. Most recently, Dawn worked as a financial advisor for City Bank in Jacksonville until her retirement. Dawn was a woman of deep and abiding faith, relying strongly on her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Macclenny, where she enjoyed worshipping alongside her church family. Dawn was full of life and embraced every moment, enjoying travel, cruises, and, above all, time with her beloved family. Family was everything to her, and she cherished each memory shared with them. Her sweet spirit, generosity, and joy will continue to shine in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to know her. Dawn was preceded in death by mother, Sara Jean Dunham; husband, Robert Lee Colbert, Jr.; and sons, Dwayne Colbert, William “Billy” Colbert, and Alex Colbert.

Dawn is survived by her sons, Brandon (Olivia Cohoon) Colbert of Waxahachie, TX and Ryan (Rhaynee) Colbert of Macclenny, FL; father, Thomas (Sherron) Dunham of Hollywood Beach, FL; sister, Gina Hunt of Pembroke Pines, FL; six grandchildren, Kinsley, Rylan, Camden, Hunter, Aubrey, and Emerson; aunt, Linda Ingram; along with many extended family members and dear friends.

A Celebration of Dawn’s Life will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church of Macclenny with Pastor John Shultz officiating. Private interment will be at Oak Grove Cemetery. The arrangements are under the care and direction of V. TODD FERREIRA FUNERAL SERVICES, 250 North Lowder Street, Macclenny, FL 32063 (904)259-5700. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book.

04/10/2026

04/04/2026

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04/03/2026

"For he taught his disciples, and said unto them, The Son of man is delivered into the hands of men, and they shall kill him; and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day." - Mark 9:31

04/02/2026

Jones – Myrtle “Lee” Jones, age 90, of Macclenny, Florida passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at W. Frank Wells Nursing Home with her loving family by her side. Lee was born in Jacksonville, Florida on April 8, 1935, to the late Colvin Odom Morgan and Ruth Byrd Morgan. She was raised in Glen St. Mary, where she grew up on a nursery before starting her family. She resided in Titusville for a short time before returning home, where she spent the remainder of her life. Lee had a dedicated and successful career as a dispatcher for the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office in Titusville and also served for a time with the Baker County Sheriff’s Office. In addition, she devoted many years to caring for others as a medical assistant and nurse’s aide at Northeast Florida State Hospital, Dr. Jose Jimenez’s office in Macclenny, and the Baker County Health Department. Lee truly had a servant’s heart, and helping others brought her immense joy. She felt deeply blessed to care for members of her community and took great pride in making a difference in the lives of those around her. Later in life, she met her best friend and forever companion, Thomas Edsel Jones, and they were happily married in the early 1990’s. After retirement, Lee enjoyed traveling with Edsel. Together, they went on many memorable cruises and created countless cherished memories. Lee was a longtime member of Christian Fellowship Temple, where she enjoyed worshipping alongside her church family. Above all, Lee was devoted to her family. She cherished her roles as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Being close to her family was a top priority, and she loved staying actively involved in their lives. She especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren by the pool, creating moments that will be treasured forever. Lee lived a full and meaningful life, devoted to her faith, family, and friends. Her family will always remember her as “Crazy Granny,” known for her witty spirit and fun-loving personality. She was greatly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Lee was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas Edsel Jones; son, Joseph Wayne Mauldin; son-in-law, Rick Clark; and two sisters, Margaret Pittman and Emma Jean Mobley.

Lee is survived by her children, Diane Clark and Josie “Jay” (Tammy) Davis, Jr. both of Macclenny, FL; grandchildren, Jeremy (Christina) Clark, Andrea (Lance) Griffis, Sara (Brian) Berger; great grandchildren, Jordan Griffis, Joel (Blayne) Griffis, Gracie Clark, Fiona Berger, Frances Berger, and Jack Berger; great-great grandson, Mallie Griffis; along with several extended family members and dear friends.

A Celebration of Lee’s Life will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm at V. Todd Ferreria Funeral Services Chapel with Pastor David Thomas officiating. Her family will receive friends an hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. The arrangements are under the care and direction of V. TODD FERREIRA FUNERAL SERVICES, 250 North Lowder Street, Macclenny, FL 32063 (904) 259-5700. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book.

04/01/2026

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