Oliver Wendell Guy

Oliver Wendell Guy, 55, of Monticello, passed away on Sept. 4, 2021. He was a caring father, brother and friend to all. Oliver who was nicknamed “Woadi” worked for his father’s tree trimming and lawn service for many years. Later, after his father’s passing, he went on to work for his stepfather Leo’s lawn service. He was also known for his car detailing skills.
Woadi was a people’s person and was loved by many. He loved having a good time and truly enjoyed the company of others. Woadi was known throughout the county for his sayings, “Chu Chu,” “123,” and “Anger Management.”
Those left to cherish his memory are: his son, Ryan Guy; his, siblings: Willie Guy, Jr., Victor Guy, Michael Guy, Sandra Guy and Yolanda (Calvin) Jones; his step-brothers: Spencer Guy and Derrick Guy; his special nieces and nephews: Elreka McGowan, Johnathan Thaddies, Demonz Gilley and John Carrington.
Woadi was preceded in death by his parents: Willie Guy, Sr. and Mamie Guy Carrington; his stepfather, Leo Carrington; his siblings: George Guy, Larry Guy, Connie Guy and Jacqueline Guy.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 18 at Ashville Cemetery. Viewing and visitation will be 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 17 at Saints Tabernacle Church of God in Unity, 655 S. Railroad St., Monticello, FL 32344.
GRACE Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. are in charge of the arrangements. Resolutions and other correspondence may be sent to: contactus@gracefcs.com. All attendees are asked to follow COVID -19 social distancing guidelines.

On Sept. 11, 2021, early in the morning, while at her home in Monticello, Gracie Yvonne Johnson fell asleep in death. Yvonne was born April 24, 1940 to FW and Maybell Wilson. She later married Herald Johnson on Feb. 21, 1959 and together they had three children: Lorna, Deborah, and Lloyd. On Dec.25, 1965, Yvonne became a baptized member of Jehovah’s Witnesses and would go on to share her faith with countless people throughout her life. Her husband and three children followed in her example and also dedicated their lives in baptism.
Family was at the center of Yvonne’s world and she spent much of her time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren sharing her love and wisdom while being an important part of each of their lives. Yvonne found much joy in cooking and was always eager to share a meal with her loved ones; she taught many this valuable skill.
In 2011, Yvonne was preceded in death by her daughter, Deborah Faircloth. Even in her final days Yvonne took comfort in the faith she shared with her daughter - that one day they would be reunited in a paradise Earth (2 Peter 3:13).
Yvonne is survived by her two sisters: Elaine Blanton and Patricia McIntyre; her husband of sixty-two and a half years, Herald Johnson; her children: Lorna and Paul Osterbye, of Lloyd; and Vanessa Johnson, and son-in-law David Faircloth; her grandchildren: Nicole, Butch, Danny, Ashley, Tabitha, Meagan and Drew; and her great-grandchildren: Jaylyn, Jaisa, Weston, Liam, Logan and Maggie; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
The virtual memorial service will be held via Zoom on Sept. 18, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. If you’re interested in attending, please contact David Faircloth at (850) 509-0087 for more information.