Obituaries

Mrs. Marie Criswell, 81, of Gainesville, peacefully passed away from this life on Monday, June 15, 2026. A viewing for Mrs. Criswell will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services in the Clarence Williams III Memorial Chapel. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM at First Missionary Baptist Church (1515 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL) Professional services of Excellence are under the careful direction ...

A longtime educator of the Levy County public schools system has passed Mrs Charlie Mae Nichols at the age of 87. She will be remembered as Coach Nichols of Williston High school. Her viewing with remarks will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6pm at the Williston Middle High School Cafeteria. Her services will follow on Saturday at 4:00pm at House of God in Ocala Florida. Services are being rendered by D Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services, Gainesville, Fl.  Charlie demonstrated ...

Mrs. Ella Staten Hill, 80, of Alachua, Florida, peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life and legacy at Funeral Services on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Jerusalem Church of God by Faith, located at 1230 NE 156th Avenue, Gainesville, Florida. A public viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Professional services of excellence have been entrusted to D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral ...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the beloved Bernie Perry-Minter.  You may have only been a dog to some, but to me, you were family, my companion, and a source of unconditional love. Thank you for every tail wag, every cuddle, every laugh, and every memory we shared. Fifteen years of loyalty, comfort, and love is a gift I’ll cherish forever. The house isn’t the same without you, but your paw prints will forever remain on my heart. Run free over the ...

Victor White, Sr (64) of Chiefland, peacefully passed away from this life on Monday, May 18th . Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 6th at 2PM at St. John Missionary Baptist Church (11030 NW 30 Ave, Chiefland, FL ) Professional services of Excellence are under the careful direction of D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services (6120 SW 13th St. Gainesville, FL), formerly known as D. Williams Mortuary Services.

Sophia Campbell Kirkland (59) of Cross City, peacefully passed away from this life on Monday, May 18th.  Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 6th at 11AM at Ruth Rains Upper Elementary School (981 Co Rd 351, Cross City, FL) with a viewing 1 hour prior to service.  Professional services of Excellence are under the careful direction of D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services (6120 SW 13th St. Gainesville, FL), formerly known as D. Williams Mortuary Services. 

Luella Collins (91) a resident of Apopka, native of Okeechobee , peacefully passed away from this life on Saturday, May 16th. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 23rd at 3PM at The Female Protective Temple (12610 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL ) with a viewing 1 hour prior to services. Professional services of Excellence are under the careful direction of D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services (6120 SW 13th St. Gainesville, FL), formerly known as D. Williams Mortuary Services.

Melissa Giles (43) of Cross City, peacefully passed away from this life on Wednesday, May 13th. A Graveside Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 30th at 11AM at The Dixie County Memorial Cemetery (277 NE 124th Ave, Cross City, FL) with a viewing 1 hour prior to services. Professional services of Excellence are under the careful direction of D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services (6120 SW 13th St. Gainesville, FL), formerly known as D. Williams Mortuary Services.

Patricia Robinson (70) of Gainesville, peacefully passed away from this life on Monday, May 11th. A Graveside Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 30th at 12PM at the Newberry Community Cemetery (1905 SW 260th Street. Newberry, FL) with a viewing 1 hour prior to services. Professional services of Excellence are under the careful direction of D. Williams Life Tribute Funeral Services (6120 SW 13th St. Gainesville, FL), formerly known as D. Williams Mortuary Services.