Photo courtesy of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Crematory Inc. - Lake City
Ellenton, Florida
Aug 7, 1953 – Feb 6, 2026 (Age 72)
Earl J. North, Jr., known to most as Rusty, passed away peacefully at his home in Ellenton, Florida, on February 6, 2026, at the age of 72 with daughter Melanie and son in law Brad by his side.Rusty was born and raised in Lake City, Florida, and though he proudly spent his entire life calling...
Read MoreOffering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home
February 09, 2026 | Lake City, FL
I love you Dad!
Melanie N Fasold
February 12, 2026
So happy to have known him. He is loved. I hope for peace to y'all during this time.
M. Luther
February 10, 2026
