Guerry Forbes Funeral Home

08/07/2025

🤍It was fun to sponsor this back-to-school display for Mrs. Hatcher, Mrs. Lee, and Mrs. Crawford. Here’s to a great year ahead for all the Baker County educators who make a difference every day!

We loved creating this fun and bold balloon setup to celebrate Mrs. Hatcher, Mrs. Lee, and Mrs. Crawford! 🍎
Perfect for first day photo ops and making students feel extra welcome 🎈

Custom teacher names, school colors, and themes available!
📲 Message us to book your own hallway display or classroom surprise!

08/04/2025

Tristan Michael Steward, beloved son and brother, passed from this life unexpectedly on July 20, 2025. Born in Austell, Georgia on May 14, 1996, Tristan was the son of Tonya Utterberg Norwood. He attended Mandarin High School. Tristan was a talented writer and rapping was his passion. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his mother, Tonya Norwood of Jacksonville; siblings, Joseph (Kimberly) Steward of Germany, Brandon Steward of Atlanta, Georgia, Leah (Andrew) McNeil of Marietta, Georgia; Carley Norwood, Alexis Norwood, and Charles “Remi” Norwood all of Jacksonville; his stepfather; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Steward family during their time of loss.

08/01/2025

🤍It was a peaceful morning in Crawfordville as we honored a life well lived.

At Guerry Forbes Funeral Home, it is our privilege to serve families with dignity, compassion, and care during their most sacred moments.

07/27/2025

🤍At Guerry Forbes Funeral Home, we understand the importance of honoring your loved one with a lasting tribute. Our monuments are thoughtfully crafted with care, competitively priced, and delivered promptly with expert installation. Let us help you create a meaningful memorial that stands the test of time.

Call us today to for more information:

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07/24/2025

Elizabeth Antoinette Comstock, age 78, of Sopchoppy passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at her home after an extended illness. She was born on April 30, 1947 in Brooklyn, New York to Anthony and Catherine (Calendriello) Scalzo. She would attend Queens College for some time and worked in secretarial roles for many years, for Social Security, the Defense Department, as well as Veterans Affairs.

Elizabeth was a talented cook and loved listening to music and shopping. Above all else, Elizabeth cherished her grandkids and watching them grow up and supporting them along the way. She enjoyed attending church and had been a resident of Wakulla county since 2009.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She leaves behind a daughter, Sarah (Erik Howard) Laughton of Panacea; grandkids, Isabella and Isaiah Laughton and Eliana Howard; brother, Gregory (Patricia) Scalzo of Madison, Connecticut; niece and nephews, Patricia (Billy) Orris, Gregory (Michelle) Scalzo III, Dr. Francis-David Scalzo all of Madison, Connecticut.

Funeral services to honor Elizabeth’s life will be held Friday, August 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Christian Worship Center with Pastor Kenneth Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends at the church at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Panacea Park Cemetery.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Comstock family during their time of loss.

07/21/2025

Lori Ann Romero, 57 of Jacksonville passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at her residence after an extended illness. Lori was the daughter of Terry Dillhyon and Eloise (Gordon) Dillhyon, born on March 13, 1968. She worked for many years as a hairdresser and owned her own shop for a period of time in Baldwin. She loved fishing and trips camping and motorcycle rides with her husband.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Miguel Romero; sisters, Michelle Wilkerson and Shannon Tollick; as well as extended family members and friends.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Romero family during their time of loss.

07/21/2025

William Glen “Butch” Jesseman, 72 of St. George passed from this life on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at his residence with his family by his side. Butch was born in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania on April 16, 1953. He worked for many years as a truck driver. He had a passion for fast cars and Florida Gator sports. He also enjoyed watching westerns and playing cards.

He was preceded in death by his parents, WH Jones and Betty Fish; siblings, James “Jimmy” Jesseman, Larry Jones, and Nancy Hay.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Jesseman of St. George; children, Randall Jesseman and Lisa Hughes; stepchildren, Corey (Brooke) Crews and Lauren (James) Marker; grandchildren, Haley , Katie, Allie, Laney, Bo, Rayleigh, Addy, and Scarlett; sister, Mary (Kevin) Rourke; and other extended family members.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Glen St. Mary. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jesseman family during their time of loss.

07/15/2025

Rev. Henry Frank Thornton, Jr. , a nearly lifelong resident of Starke, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday July 14, 2025. Born in Palatka on August 21, 1946 to Henry Frank and Julia Ann Klip Thornton, Sr., Henry was one of five siblings.

Brother Henry went into the ministry over fifty years ago, first serving as pastor at Sanderson Congregational Holiness Church before moving on into evangelism. He would travel the southern states, leading souls to Christ. He spent the entirety of his adult life as a faithful servant to God and was proud of it. Henry was a member of Green Cove Springs Church of God for the last several years.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Robert Thornton and Everett Thornton.

He leaves behind to cherish years of sweet memories, his beloved wife of forty eight years, Connie E. Thornton of Starke; daughters, Crystal (Darrell) Wilkinson of McAllen, Texas and Cherith (Joshua) Daniel of Glen St. Mary; grandchildren, Conner and Caleb Wilkinson, Collin, Braxton, Titus, Julia, and Jessa Daniel; one great granddaughter, Charlotte Anne Wilkinson; sisters, Sharon Spears and Carol Ann Carter both of Starke; nieces and nephews who he loved as his own; and many extended family member and close friends.

A homegoing service to honor Brother Henry’s life will be held Friday, July 18, 2025 at Sanderson Congregational Holiness Church at 11:00 AM with Rev. Larry Hall officiating. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at South Prong Cemetery.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Thornton family during their time of loss.

07/14/2025

Rita Hayes, 74 of Jacksonville, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside Hospital. Rita was born on September 20, 1949 to Mr. Roy Kile Kelso and Ossie Crews. Rita would graduate high school from Paxon High School and go on to attend Jones College of Business.

Her work history was extensive as she spent time with Liberty National Insurance Company in management and with Lawrence Pharmaceuticals in Jacksonville. She also owned and operated “Fancy Plants Too”, a wholesale plant business with her husband. In her free time, Rita enjoyed cooking and being surrounded by family, especially her children.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy “Pop” Kelso and Ossie Leggett; and her sons, Bryan Ferguson and Jamie “Jamie Duke” Stevenson.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Robert “Bob” Hayes of Jacksonville; children, Dalton Hayes, Dusten Hayes, David Shawn Hayes, and Deanna Michelle Stevenson all of Jacksonville and Jodi Hayes of Panama City; grandchildren, Christen (Joshua) Eubanks, Wyatt Ferguson, Tyler Ferguson, and Little Bryan Ferguson; great grandchildren, Taylor Eubanks and Winston Ferguson; as well as a host of extended family members.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home with Rev. Devin Barber officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery.

A meal of fellowship will be held following the burial at Christian Fellowship Temple.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hayes family during their time of loss.

07/13/2025

🤍Planning ahead brings peace of mind.

At Guerry Forbes Funeral Home, we help families make important decisions before the need arises ensuring your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for.

Call us today to schedule a pre-arrangement consultation:

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07/10/2025

Doris WillaMae Griffis, 87 of Macclenny passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at W. Frank Wells Nursing Facility. A lifelong Baker-Countian, Doris was born in Taylor on June 8, 1938 to Mr. Paul and Rosie Wilkerson Crews.

Ms. Doris would attend cosmetology school at Lake City Community College and was passionate about hair and makeup. She would also work for the Northeast Florida State Hospital for many years. She enjoyed trips to the beach and loved shopping in her free time. In her later years, she became very involved in the Baker County Republican Women’s Committee. She was a longtime member of Christian Fellowship Temple.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sons, Derek Griffis and David Pendleton; and her husband, Wayne Griffis.

She leaves behind her sons, Clayton (Patsy) Griffis and Skye Griffis; grandchildren, Cari Satterwhite, Klate Griffis, Klint Griffis, Kole Griffis, David Pendleton, and Tyler Pendleton; great-grandchildren, Mackensey, Maddox, Madison, Kayde and Kynlee; as well as a host of extended family members.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Christian Fellowship Temple with Rev. David Griffis officiating. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM at the church. Interment will follow immediately at Macedonia Cemetery.

The staff of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Griffis family during their time of loss.

07/07/2025

Ryder Philip Jasper Buffett, 6 weeks old, of Sanderson, Florida passed away at home on July 2, 2025. He was born in Middleburg, Florida at St. Vincent’s Clay Hospital on May 18, 2025 to his mother Brittany Delp and father Zachary Buffett. Ryder was a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cousin. His personality was starting to shine, and it was full of smiles and funny faces. He enjoyed watching television with his dad, being held by his mom, and receiving everyone’s complete attention.

Ryder is predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Angelina Farris of Macclenny; his paternal grandmother, Lori Buffett of Jacksonville; and maternal grandfather, Charles “Chucky” Whitehead of Macclenny.

He is survived by his parents, Zachary Buffett of Jacksonville and Brittany Delp of Sanderson; grandparents, Philip (Andrea) Buffett of Tonapoh, Arizona, Michael Hodges of Jacksonville, and Michael (Tonya) Farris of Glen St. Mary; aunts, Marley (Iron) Lucas, Olivia (Caden) Delp, and Shelby Christmas all of Sanderson; uncles, Nash, Philip, Chevey, and Ollen Buffett all of Tonapoh, Arizona, Maverick Farris of Glen St. Mary, and Nolan Hodges of Seattle, Washington; cousins, Dalton (Kayla) Guernsey, Darren (Kaitlin) Davis, Hailee Harvey, Kade, Kayson, and Liliana Guernsey, Rooster and Georgia Carter, and Jeremiah and Jaxson Chambers all of Sanderson, and Dustin (Anna) Guerney of St. Augustine; great-grandmothers, Ocla Delp of Sanderson, Sennett Duggar of Acworth, Georgia and Jan (Doug) Carpenter of Florahome; great-grandfather, Duane Delp of St. George; great-aunt, Beki (Wade) Harvey of Sanderson; and great-uncle, Michael (Melissa) Delp of St. George.

A celebration of Ryder’s life will be held Monday, July 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM in the chapel of Guerry Forbes Funeral Home. The family will receive friends beginning at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow immediately at Macedonia Cemetery.