George “Buddy” Edward Vance 49, of Florahome, Florida passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center in Palatka, Florida. George was born on Saturday, December 30, 1961 in Man, West Virginia to the late Theron and Beulah Mae (Hackney) Vance. George enjoyed watching NASCAR & football, gardening and loving his grand babies. Condolences may be sent to the family by signing George’s online page at WWW.WattsFuneralHomes.com. Mr. Vance is survived by his loving wife Tammy M. Vance of Florahome, Florida; daughters: Carrie L. Cribbs and husband Joe, Heather M. Dyal, and Tara M. Vance all of Florahome, Florida; brothers: Jerry Lee Vance an d wife Helen of Jacksonville, Florida, James Vance, Joe Vance and wife Sherry all of Florahome, Florida; sister, Jackie Silva of Middleburg, Florida; grandchildren: Jarrett Cribbs, Kaiden Cribbs and Bella Dyal; Many other family and friends who will miss him dearly. A Celebration of George’s life will be 3PM, Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at Watts Funeral Home Chapel with Kenny Huntley and Jamie D. Watts, officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Watts Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Inc., San Mateo, Florida for Anatomy Gift Registry in Hanover, Maryland.
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Tammy, sorry for your lost. Enjoyed the talks we had and the help he gave us.Harold Betty Scruggs
So sorry to hear about Buddy’s passing. I was thinking about him over the weekend and now I see this. Wonder if it was a heavenly message that reminded me of him. My condolences to the family.
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with each and every one of you…….I know that all of you have been through a lot the past few months but know that he is resting in the arms of the LORD…..No more suffering at all…please know that my prayers are with you all……love kim
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To the whole Vance family, I am so sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing. No one knows what life will bring us and we can only live one day at a time. My prayers are with you all. Remember that Buddy is now with his loving family in heaven and he is wanting for us all to meet him there!
I am so sorry for your loss.
Dear Tammy
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of “BUDDY”. We have known “BUDDY” for many years.
He is now with the Lord,Dad and Mom.
The Petersons
You’ll be with us, like a hand print on our heart. Thinking of you everyday, wishing we could hear your voice, Just one more laugh or one more sigh.. We didn’t want to say goodbye. Rest in peace Uncle Buddy and know we remember you with love. Love Mandy
Some of the blessings that make life so sweet are the special people who share my good times and brighten my days. The sweet memories of Buddy will continue to bless me. Tammy & Tara, you hold a special place in my heart. I include you and your family in my daily prayers. Buddy is with JESUS now and pain free, walking the streets of Heaven. Like Brother Kenny said, “He has probably started a new fad in Heaven”, we can only imagine. Bless your heart Buddy Vance, I will see you again. I will miss you my brother. Love Always, Jo Jo
my thoughts and prayers go out to all of my family. uncle buddy you will be missed.i can remember some great times at the pond with you growing up. i hope you are teaching everyone in heaven that rubbin is racing and how to win. rest easy you are with our lord now and your parents and sisters