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Forbes Funeral Home, 409 W. Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, FL (2025)

11/04/2024

Dear Friends, Family, and Neighbors,

I am beyond blessed to share that over the weekend, I married the love of my life, Brittnee Milton, and together we’re beginning a new chapter in both our personal and professional lives. This is a season of joy and transformation, and I couldn’t be more grateful to have you all by our side.

As Brittnee and I start this journey together, it’s with pride and excitement that I announce the joining of Guerry Funeral Home with my family name. With Brittnee’s family legacy and my commitment to serving this community, we’re honored to transition to Guerry Forbes Funeral Home. This name represents not just our union but also a promise to uphold the values, compassion, and dedication that both Guerry and Forbes has always stood for.

My dad’s legacy of service to this community is one I hold close to my heart, and I am dedicated to fulfilling that legacy with the same compassion and care he showed each family we served. Our entire team shares this vision. Every day, they inspire me with their kindness, integrity, and devotion to helping families through life’s hardest moments.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for allowing me to serve you. Brittnee and I look forward to many years ahead as part of this community and we are honored to share this next chapter with each of you.

With gratitude and excitement,
Hawke M.T. Forbes

10/11/2024

David Alton DeVane, 80 of Jacksonville, passed away with his family by his side Thursday, October 10, 2024. David was born September 27, 1944 in Jacksonville and grew up in Palatka. David would join the United States Army Reserves at the age of nineteen, and would serve his country for eight years. Mr. DeVane would go on to work in the steel industry as a machinist. In his free time, he was an avid sports fanatic, enjoying going to Jaguars, Jumbo Shrimp and Gator games. David was also a talented woodworker and painted houses on the side. He loved to watch western movies as well.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Theaster (Hall) DeVane; a sister, Catherine DeVane; and a brother, Larry Pippin.

He is survived by his son, David Wayne (Kimberly) DeVane of Jacksonville; grandchildren, David Wayne, Jr., Chelsey, Damien Alton, Joseph and Jasmin; one great grandchild, Paisleigh; and a sister, Deborah Norman of Macclenny.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery, Green Cove Springs with Rev. David Griffis officiating. The family will receive friends at the cemetery beginning at 12:00 PM.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

10/08/2024

Robin Ann Mann, 66 of Sanderson, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the early morning hours of Tuesday, October 8, 2024. A lifelong resident of Baker County, Robin was the youngest of six girls, born at Ed Fraser Hospital on August 31, 1958 to Mr. Brantley and Mary (Jones) Humphreys. Robin worked for a handful of years at Macclenny Products and donated her time to being a poll worker in Baker County. She enjoyed going to the river and spending time tending to her flower beds. Her passion was being a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother and a servant for the Lord.

She leaves behind, to cherish years of memories, her husband, Donald Mann of Sanderson; children, Jennifer Jasonek of St. Augustine, and Chris (Traci) Mann and Journie Mann of Sanderson; grandchildren, John “Trey” Jasonek III, Brandon Gray, Kristina Jasonek, Eden Mann, and Tristan Mann; great grandchildren, Jayvin and Romy; a sister, Virginia (Bobby) Thrift of Macclenny; as well as host of nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Richard Mann; and sisters, Margaret (Windell) Kirkland, Sylvia (Robert) Perdue, Vera Mae (Cecil) Crews, and Nadine (Raymond) Dopson.

A funeral service to honor Mrs. Robin’s life will be held Monday, October 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Sanderson Congregational Holiness Church with Pastor Oral Lyons and Pastor Justin Griffis officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday, October 13, 2024 from 5:00 until 7:00 PM at the church. Interment will follow at Cedar Creek Cemetery.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

10/04/2024

Kenneth Toneia Thornton, Sr., a longtime Baker County resident passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024 at the Custead Care Center at the age of 85. The son of Ralph and Melba (Sparkman) Thornton, he was born in Raiford on June 27, 1939. Kenneth was a hardworking man with a variety of talents, spending time during his life in the roofing industry, as well as working a nursing assistant with multiple nursing facilities and at the Northeast Florida State Hospital.

Kenneth enjoyed a simple life, revolving around being outdoors. He loved hunting and fishing. He also raised pitbulls and was an avid Florida Gator fan.

Kenneth leaves behind his wife of sixty-two years, Beverly Thornton of Macclenny; children, Vanessa (Mike) Smith and Billy (Henry) Thornton of Jacksonville, Kennth (Tammie) Thornton, Jr. of Taylor, and Jennipher (Tommy) Phillips of Macclenny; eight grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; a sister, Robin Martell of Taylor; as well as a host of extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents and nine siblings.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM at South Prong Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the chapel of Forbes Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

09/30/2024

Wanda Gail Thigpen, 69, of Macclenny, Florida, went to be with Jesus on Friday, September 27, 2024, at her home with her husband by her side. Wanda was born on July 24, 1955, in Milledgeville, Georgia, where she grew up and graduated high school. After high school, Wanda spent a short time in Columbia, South Carolina, and many years in Jacksonville, Florida, before moving to Macclenny. Wanda held many positions in her professional career, most notably in office management.

In her spare time, she loved watching Florida Gator football, fishing with her husband, reading, browsing the local flea markets, and spending time at the beach. Wanda was also known for her love of shoes, jewelry, and pampering herself. She also loved listening to her husband pick his guitar and sing. Above all else, Wanda’s favorite pastime was spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren.

Wanda is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Mr. Donald W. “Peewee” Thigpen, Sr.; children: Sean Paige, Michael (Rhonda) Geisert, Jesse (Porsche) Rehill, Heather Matthews, Donald (Jennifer) Thigpen, Jr., Angela (Bill) Thigpen, Josh Wilkerson, and Amber (Chris) Kneessi; seventeen grandchildren; mother: Harlene Holtkamp; and brother: Edward Bell, as well as a host of other extended family members and friends.

Wanda was preceded in death by two grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 3, 2024, in the chapel of Forbes Funeral Home at 1:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Thigpen family.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

09/26/2024

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09/16/2024

Dennis Franklin Burns, 57 of Thonotosassa, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024 at Tampa General Hospital with family by his side. Best known as “Frank” or “Frankie” to family and friends, he was born on January 6, 1967 to the late Charles Burns and Sue (Jones) Burns. Frank grew up in Wakulla County and spent the majority of his life in the Big Bend area. He spent a short time in the United States Army prior to a medical discharge. He worked for many years in underground utilities.

Frank was an avid outdoorsman, loving guns and hunting, as well as fishing. He always had a joke or a wise crack for someone and loved to keep friends and family on their toes. He enjoyed cooking and was a talented guitar picker and singer.

Frankie is survived by his loving girlfriend, Amy Winget of Thonotosassa, children, Charles (Aysia Cannon) Burns and Montana (Makeldrick Lawson) Burns both of Tallahassee and Brandy (Matthew) Meredith of North Carolina, grandchildren, Zara, Kyla, Nyla, Kaylee, and Junior, mother and step-father, Sue (Earl) Smith of Crawfordville, siblings, Tommy (Heather) Burns of Naples, Rita (Frank) Allred of Crawfordville, and Cynthia (Vaughn) Cooper of St. George, Georgia, as well as a generous host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Burns and his brother, Charles “Chuckie” Burns.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 12:00 PM at Christian Worship Center, 3922 Coastal Hwy, Crawfordville, Florida. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Smith Cemetery, Spring Creek. A gathering of friends and family will follow the conclusion of services at The Chill Spot, 3123 Spring Creek Hwy, Crawfordville, Florida.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

09/11/2024

Roger Alan Redding, a lifelong resident of Bradford County passed away Tuesday evening, September 10, 2024 at his home surrounded by loving family. He was born in Starke on October 27, 1956 to Mr. Lonnie “Arthur” Redding, Sr. and Mrs. Minnie (Pringle) Redding. Roger would graduate from Bradford High School and would work a long career with the department of corrections before retiring in 2018. Roger spent his free time working on the family farm and was also a skilled mechanic. He loved spending time with his family and will be remembered a selfless, giving man.

He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son, Roger Alan, Jr., and a brother, William “Bill” Redding.

He will be remembered by his loving wife of thirty-seven years, Karen Redding of Lawtey; children, Marilyn (JD) Banse of Largo, Shannon (Kevin) Bridges of Lawtey, and Ryan (Rebecca) Redding of Ft. White; eleven grandchildren; siblings, Lonnie (Alethia) Redding, Jr. of Hampton, Jerry (Carol) Redding of Lawtey, and Joy (Ronnie) Beck of Middleburg; as well a host of nieces and nephews.

A funeral service to honor Roger’s life will be held Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Madison Street Baptist Church with Pastor Richard Cason officiating. Interment will follow at Long Branch Cemetery.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

08/29/2024

Forrest Harold Wright, age 57 of Jacksonville passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024 at Orange Park Medical Center. Forrest was born in Fairbanks, Alaska on April 16, 1967. He would go on to play football in college at Western New Mexico and would continue to help young players develop for many years as a coach and mentor. He worked as a contractor for several years, most notably with White Oaks Residential.

In his free time, Mr. Wright was an avid fisherman.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Wright; his son: Colton Wright; stepchildren: Joshua Lindes, Taylor Lindes, and Michael Shields; his mother: Diane Graves; his granddaughter and the light of his life: RiverSage Lindes; sisters: Melody (Thomas) Munn, Lona (Lewis) Gomez, Carol Maples, and Alice (David) Turner; as well as extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father: Harold Wright; his step-father and fishing buddy: Carl Graves; and a brother: Lee Graves.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

08/23/2024

Good luck tonight and all season Wildcats! 🏈

08/23/2024

Ewell Grant Mills, Jr., a longtime resident of Jacksonville, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 at W. Frank Wells Nursing Home at 82 years of age. Ewell was born in Scalf, Kentucky on November 23, 1941, the son of Ewell, Sr. and Litha (Davis) Mills. Upon high school graduation, Ewell moved to Ohio where he met his wife and the mother of his children, Sandra. After ten years, the couple and their young family relocated to St. Petersburg, where Ewell would work in the newspaper business. They enjoyed life there before eventually settling in Jacksonville in the early nineteen-nineties, where he would spend the remainder of his life.

Ewell enjoyed golfing and fishing in his downtime. He was also an avid Nascar fan.

He is survived by his loving daughters: LeighAnne Morrill of Jacksonville, Laura (Chris) Calise of Gainesville, and Leslie (Garrison) Vickers of St. Petersburg; grandchildren: Brian Baxter, Rebekah Mowry, Rachel Baxter, Sarah Calise, Salvatore Calise, and Alec Morrill; three great grandchildren; and siblings: Billy Ray (Debra) Mills of Dunnellon and Betty Faye (Dwight) Wallace of Palm Harbor.

He was preceded in death by his wife: Linda Mills; his former wife and mother of his children: Sandra Mills; his parents; a brother: Frank Mills; and a granddaughter: Ashleigh Mills.

Final memorialization will be by cremation.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

08/12/2024

Miss Adalynn Janette Shamonski was met by the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, August 9, 2024. She was born on July 30, 2024 to adoring parents, Andrew Shamonski and Gracie Brewer. Though her time on Earth was brief, Adalynn will be dearly missed by her entire family.

She is survived by her parents: Andrew Shamonski and Gracie Brewer of Macclenny; grandparents: Floyd and Renee Howard of Macclenny and Angel Wright; great-grandparents: Lana Hunter and Rick and Angie Popplewell; great-great grandparents: Glen and Charlotte Bye and Spencer and Della Popplewell; aunt: Elizabeth Shamonski; uncle: Matthew Shamonski; as well as a host of other extended family members and friends.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Forbes Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Richardson officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 12:00 PM in the chapel. Interment will follow at Manntown Cemetery.

The staff of Forbes Funeral Home are honored to assist the family with the arrangements. 409 West Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, Florida 32063 “With Your Family In Mind”. (904) 259-4600. Please leave your condolences for the family in the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net.

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