Julia Gordon Pendarvis

Pendarvis - Julia Gordon Pendarvis, age 84, of Lawtey, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 7, 1941, in Bunnell, Florida, to the late Clarence Poe Gordon and Toulou Allen Lovelace Gordon. Julia was raised in Bunnell and spent her adult life in Lawtey, Florida, where she built a life centered on faith and family. Julia graduated from Bunnell High School in 1961 and shortly after completed nursing school in Gainesville in 1963. Shortly after college, she met her best friend and the love of her life, Fred Pendarvis. The two were married on April 27, 1963, and were blessed with 59 years of devoted marriage. She was dedicated to her family and took great pride in her role as homemaker proudly caring for her family. Alongside Fred, Julia embraced the life of farming, helping grow a variety of vegetables, with strawberries holding a special place in her heart. She also had a lifelong love of animals and found peace and happiness being outdoors. Fishing and traveling brought her immense joy, especially when shared with her family. Her life was a testament to love, faith, and dedication. Her devotion extended beyond her family and was evident in her service to others. Julia was a devoted member of Highland Fellowship Church, where she joyfully served in Vacation Bible School and the nursery. She was also a dedicated 4-H leader, mentoring and guiding young people in her community. Julia was certainly a treasure and will be remembered for her servant's heart and deep love she shared with those she knew. She was preceded in death by parents; loving husband, Fred Pendarvis; and brother, Lovelace Gordon.

Julia is survived by her children, Marie (Guy) Dyal, Dale (Estella) Pendarvis, and Clarence (Dana) Pendarvis; sisters-in-law, Delores (Roland) Vanzant and Jane Gordon; grandchildren, Matt (Jaime) Dyal, Robin (Ryan) Campbell, Jordan (Lindsay) Dyal, Tiffany (Levi) Johns, Holly (James) Honeycutt, Andrew Pendarvis, Eric Pendarvis, and Patrick Pendarvis; great grandchildren, Tymbryl, Titus, Dakota, Paisley, Faith, Easton, and Zachary; along with several extended family members and dear friends.

A Celebration of Julia's Life will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 2:00 pm at Highland Fellowship, 1409 US Highway 301, Lawtey, FL 32058 with Pastor Dale Wiseman officiating. Interment will follow at the Highland Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, an hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, Florida 32091, 904-964-5757. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family's guest book.