Darlene Abboud (Toney), 76, passed away on 3/10/2019. Darlene was surrounded by family at the time of her death and had many friends and family provide comfort and love in her final days. Darlene was a Jacksonville native and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School. She married Thomas Toney Sr. in 1966 and the two of them opened Toney's Sandwich Shop in the 1970s. She worked diligently to make the sandwich shop successful and build it into the Jacksonville institution it became. However, her true love was in her cherished role as a devoted housewife and homemaker. She was genuinely happiest when she was surrounded by friends and family, preparing meals and making sure that all stomachs were overly filled. Her warm and giving soul will be deeply missed. Darlene was a devout Catholic and now is at peace in the tender care of our Lord and those who passed before her.  Darlene is preceded in death by her devoted husband Thomas Toney Sr., parents Albert and Libbie Abboud and her brother Fred (Sylvia). She is survived by her three sons Thomas Jr (Christina), Richard (Claudia), and Mark (Meagan); brothers Thomas Abboud (Mary), Donald Abboud (Mary), and eight grandchildren- Victoria, Alexander, Nicholas, Henry, Leah, Nicole, Sophia and Saira.
 

Joseph R. Abood, age 76, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 15, 2018. Born on March 19, 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida, he is predeceased by his parents James and Amelia Abood, and his brother Emil Abood. He is survived by his wife Carolyn; three sisters Carmae DePalma (Jim) of Jacksonville, Betty Ann Hendricks (Lanny) of Altamonte Springs, Florida, and Diane Peed (John) of Jacksonville; sister-in-law Pat Abood of Dallas, Texas; aunt Mary Shaia of Cleveland, Ohio; along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, who loved him dearly. Joe's love of life was evident to all. He loved automobiles and boats and had longtime careers in both businesses. Joe had a fondness for dogs and was a excellent trainer. Joe was a great cook and shared his talents for all to enjoy. He was also very talented at gardening, woodwork, and related crafts and generously shared those gifts as well. Joe served in the U.S. Army Reserve and was a patriotic American who was also very proud of his Lebanese heritage. He was an active member of the North East Florida Hunting Retriever Club and Westside Family Worship Center. Above all, Joe was a man with a contagious smile, kind heart, always willing to help, who loved family and friends, and whose faith in and love for Jesus Christ was evident in everything that he did. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. 
 

Florence “Flo” Adams Rubel died peacefully the morning of January 7, 2022, at the age of 79. She was surrounded by her devoted family, caring friends and caregivers in the days of her final transition into God’s loving arms.

Flo was born in 1942 in Jacksonville, FL and has lived here most of her life. She was a graduate of Lee High School in Jacksonville and the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa from which she received a degree in Education. She taught at Ortega Elementary and loved to recount stories of her young students. Wonderfully creative and imaginative in all she touched, she later lent her talents as an Interior Decorator and Landscape and Floral Consultant. In 1979, she married the love of her life, Tom Rubel. Her interests and gifts were many and she gave herself to others freely. Flo was an avid gardener with an incomparable green thumb, a gifted pianist, and avid tennis player. She was a lifelong active member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church where she cherished her bible studies, weekly lunches and fellowship.

Her greatest joys were her faith, family, friends and caring for anyone in need. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to so many. She loved the simple pleasures of life- galax leaves, a coke over crushed ice, hot French fries, crisp one-dollar bills, green gum drops, the color red, polka dots and Haagen-Dazs coffee ice cream on a stick. Most of all she loved doing for others. She had a special way about her and a gift for reaching out in loving kindness to both friends and strangers, especially those in need. She saw only the good in people. Her authentic caring seemed to bring out the best in everyone around her. This was beautifully evident these past few years at her home at The Windsor, where she was known as the Ambassador of Love.

Flo is survived by her sons Richard (Darden) and John Adams (Amy) and by six adoring grandchildren Porter Grant Burgess (Max), Peyton Grant, Clay Grant and Haynes Grant, Sam Grant and Reagan Grant, and her niece Elizabeth “Liza” Barnett Emmet. She is also survived by her special angel on earth Velecia “Peaches” Bellamy. She is preceded in death by her husband of 42 years Thomas Jones Rubel, her parents John Reese “Jack” and Betty Adams and her sister Margaret “Maggie” Adams Barnett.

A graveside service of Celebration and Thanksgiving will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, at 4535 N. Main Street, Gate 5 on Saturday, January 15 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a gift in her memory to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at 4129 Oxford Avenue, Jacksonville, FL. 32210.
 

Judy Adams Gavin, age 79, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Judy was born August 8, 1942.

Patricia Anne "Patsy" Avinger passed away on September 16, 2023. 

Patricia Geraldine “Pat” Anderson (Lee) was born on July 17, 1941, in Jacksonville, Florida. She married Shelby Eugene Lee in October 1961 in Jacksonville, Florida. She died on July 2, 1992, in Orange, Florida, at the age of 50.

Dianne Bacon (Lamb) died in 1963 at age 21. She is buried at the Jacksonville Memory Gardens in Orange Park, Florida.
 

William S. Bill Baisden, Jr., age 74, of Jacksonville, FL passed away Friday, June 23, 2017. Born to Mr. and  Mrs. William S. Baisden on November 13, 1942 in Jacksonville, FL. He will be remembered for his love of the History of England. Preceded in death by his parents and sister, Patty Lauer. Survived by his brother-in-law, Bruce Lauer and niece, Michele Nobles.

Alfred Byron "Bud" Baker, Jr., age 59, passed away October 19, 2001. Jones Funeral Home of Starke....

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Trudy Lynn Baker Zufelt, 77, of Jacksonville, FL went home to be with the Lord on December 20, 2020. Trudy was preceded in death by her parents Hugh and Sarah Baker, her sisters, Cheryl Baker and Debra Baker, her grandparents, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles. She was survived by her niece Debbie Rowe (Randall), her Aunt Mary Van Pelt (99 years old) and her loving cousins and friends. She was born on July 26, 1943 in a Naval Hospital in Brooklyn, NY where her Father served in the Navy. They moved to Jacksonville in 1948 where she lived out her life. She worked in collections for multiple companies throughout her career and was a top collector when she retired in 2005. She worked hard and accomplished a lot in her life and in her career and was very proud of her accomplishments. She was dearly loved and will be missed by her friends and family. She is resting in peace in God’s loving care.

John William Baird III 
August 8, 1942 – September 21, 2024

John was born in Jacksonville, Florida on August 8, 1942 to John William Baird Jr. and Bernice Wagner Baird. He was in the Army in the 1960’s and served four years in Germany. During this time, he traveled around Europe. John was married to Beth Bozeman on November 30, 2001. He graduated from the University of Florida and retired from AT&T. 

He was an avid reader and was very active in Jujitsu. John regularly attended Jujitsu practice well into his 70’s. John loved to travel and continued traveling the country as recently as August. He collected guns and knives. John loved to eat and listen to music. He loved to tell jokes but could not stop laughing while he told them. John attended the annual Baird family reunion in Virginia every year and enjoyed spending time with his family. John was a member of Murray Hill Presbyterian Church and was active for many years.

John was survived by wife, Jesse Elizabeth (Beth) Bozeman; son John W. Baird IV (Heather); step-sons Michael Bozeman (Jackie) and Jesse Bozeman (Shelley). John had 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bernice Baird and brother Tommy Baird.

Sarah Arlene Batton (Robbins) died on February 17, 1995 in Jacksonville, Florida at age 52 and was buried at Riverside Memorial Park in Jacksonville, Florida.

Mary Louise Beasley (McGill), age 73 of Virginia Avenue in Woodbine, GA passed away on February 2, 2016 at the Morris Center for Caring Community Hospice of Northeast FL in Jacksonville, FL. Mrs. McGill was born in Jacksonville, FL on November 11, 1942. She is the daughter of the late John Morgan and Beatrice Annabelle Innes Beasley. She spent most of her life caring for children in her home daycare and as a paraprofessional at Kingsland Elementary School. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother who lived life to the most. It was never dull with her around as she brought lots of fun and joy everywhere she went. One thing she loved most was playing board and card games with everyone in the family. She always had a witty response in every situation that arose. She was a bright, spunky, spark in our lives that will be greatly missed. Mrs. McGill is survived by her beloved husband, Howard McGill; her daughters, Terri Cortez of Jacksonville, FL, and Melissa (Michael) Deen of St. Marys, GA; her son Tim (Wendy) McGill of Kingsland, GA; her sister, Johnnie (Lamar) Hatcher of Jacksonville, FL; her brother, Joe (Karen) Beasley of Jacksonville, FL; her grandchildren, Megan McGill of Kingsland, GA., Corey (Mariah) McGill of Holloman AFB, NM, Anthony and Julia Russo of Jacksonville, FL, and Brandon and Chandler Deen of St. Marys, GA; her great grandchild, Aubrey Critchley of Kingsland, GA; her sister in law, Jan Beasley of Jacksonville, FL, and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. McGill joins her brother, Melvin Beasley in Heaven.
 

Melvin Lee Beasley, born July 31, 1941, went to be with his Lord on May 2, 2013 after a ten-year battle with CLL and lymphoma. He was 72 years old. He was predeceased by his mother, Beatrice Annabelle Beasley, his father, John Morgan Beasley and his daughter, Carol Lee Beasley Cantrell. He is survived by Jan Grubbs Beasley, his wife of 49 years; daughter Joy Lynne Broom, son-in-law Vance (Skip) Broom; son Paul Merrill Beasley, daughter-in-law Amie Jo Beasley; seven grandchildren: Lauren and Elizabeth Cantrell, Emily Taylor, Chloe Broom and Sarah Mae, Samuel and David Beasley; brother Joseph E Beasley (Karen) sister, Mary Lou McGill (Howard), sister Johnnie Hatcher (Lamar), sister-in-law Nancy Grubbs Turner (Clarence, deceased), brothers-in-law Curtis L. Grubbs and Jonathan V. Grubbs and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Melvin grew up in Callahan and Jacksonville and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School. He was retired from CSX Transportation after 34 years of service. Growing up, Melvin worked before and after school from age ten, along with his brother Joe, at their dad’s Shell Service Station on McDuff Avenue. The only excuse for missing work was football practice. He learned a strong work ethic at that station but more importantly, when he was thirteen years old, a customer shared the story of Jesus with him and invited him to go to church. Melvin had a servant’s heart. If he heard of a need and it was within his means, he met that need. He helped neighbors, he helped strangers, he helped family. He was a kind, compassionate, loving man. He put others before himself. He was a member of First Baptist Church. He loved Jerry Ward’s Sunday School Class, where he arrived by 7:30 to get the coffee ready and make sure the chairs were set just right. He loved his family, fishing and Gator & Bolles football. He loved adventures with the grandchildren, which became known as ”Camp Papa.” He loved to cook. He loved time spent at Welaka exploring creeks and rivers with friends and family. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Melvin had no enemies. He left a large legacy and many footprints. He will be missed. The family wants to acknowledge the excellent care given by the ICU healthcare providers and staff at Baptist Hospital Downtown and Cancer Specialists of North Florida. Thank you to so many friends, relatives and neighbors for prayers, cards, and calls during the long hospital stay. 
 

Charleen Frances Bell died on August 12, 2019 at age 77 in Jacksonville, Florida.

  Lee Bell (Taylor), 77, of St. Joseph, passed away, Monday, June 24, 2019.  Lee was born May 22, 1942, in Weatherford, Oklahoma, to William Franklin and Eula Annie (Bowen) Bell.  They moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where she spent her formative years and met her future husband Ronald W. Taylor.  They married on Oct. 15, 1960, and were married for 58 years and 10 months.  She was a member of Frederick Boulevard Baptist Church and was a Mosaic Hospice volunteer.  Survivors include: her husband, Ronald W. Taylor; daughter, Dawn Renee Streit (Michael); son, Cory Wayne Taylor (Mary); daughter, Lori Leigh Shows (Dan); grandchildren, Emily (Brian) Hess, Benjamin (Megan) Brockhoff, Morgan Taylor (Cody Walker), Jordan (Brenna) Stroup, Mitchell Stroup; three great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by: her parents; a grandson, Ryan Taylor; and brother, Bobby J. Bell, and a sister, Wilda M. Polk.  Memorial donations may be made to Samaritan's Purse or to the American Heart Association.

Concetta Ann “Connie” Birdsall (Ferrier) died on September 4, 1979 in Jacksonville, Florida at the age of 37.

Johnny A. Blair, 76, passed away on May 30, 2018. He was born on October 10, 1941 in Marietta, FL to Andrew Blair and Willie Mae Clark Blair. His survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Betty D. Blair; daughter, Stephanie Griffin (C.J.); son, Rodney Blair; sisters, Merry Holton (David) and Shirley Harrelson (Don); 4 grandchildren, Bethany, Hunter, Dylan and Jarett; a great-granddaughter, Emberly; and many other wonderful relatives and friends.

Donnie Blizzard, 66, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. He proudly served 28 years in the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office as a police officer and detective. He is predeceased by a son, Jason Reid Blizzard. Survivors include: his wife, Velma; sons, Zachary Scott (Tammy) and Donald Joey (Amanda); daughters, Cindy Murphy (Pat) and Sheila Mcquaide (Jimmy); adopted daughter, Lisa Grimm; mother, Mildred Douglas; 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. The Viewing will be 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 25, 2009 at Hardage Giddens Edgewood Funeral Home, 729 S. Edgewood Ave., Jacksonville, FL and funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at Cedar Creek Baptist Church, 1372 South Lane Ave., Jacksonville, FL. He will be laid to rest at Riverside Memorial Park.

Kimball Bobbitt passed away on October 3, 2021, in Sarasota, FL from complications related to Parkinson’s Disease. Kimball Bobbitt was born August 31, 1942, in Jacksonville Florida to Kimball R. Bobbitt and May Ingle Bobbitt. He was raised in the Lakeshore neighborhood, and he attended Lakeshore Elementary, Lakeshore Junior High, and Robert E. Lee High School graduating in 1960. While at Lee he was a member of the swim team.
 
Kimball then attended Furman University and transferred to the University of Florida during his Freshman year. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting at UF in 1964 and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Order.Kimball met Kathleen Holt in Jacksonville while they were both teenagers. When Kimball first saw Kathy, he told a friend “I’m going to marry that girl.” They dated throughout college and were married in Jacksonville in 1966.
 
Kimball’s first job out of school was as an IRS agent in Los Angeles, California. He earned his CPA certificate and came back to Jacksonville where he worked as a CPA for national CPA firms Arthur Young and Touche Ross. Kimball then became Vice President of Finance for the Charter Company in Jacksonville. In 1984, Kimball signed back on with Touche Ross and was transferred to Sarasota, FL as the Partner in charge of the office. Touche Ross sold the Sarasota practice to Kimball and his Partner Keith Pittenger and in 1986, Bobbitt, Pittenger & Co. was founded. Kimball operated the firm until his retirement in 2020.
 
Kimball served as a Board Member and Chair of the Education Foundation of Sarasota. He also served as a Board Member of Sarasota Military Academy and the Field Club. Kimball was also active in Rotary and the Sarasota Sportsmen’s Association.Kimball loved the outdoors, especially the water. He was most happy when he was out on his fishing boat in Sarasota Bay or in the Gulf catching Spanish Mackerel. He liked living in Sarasota, but his heart was always in North Florida, especially the St. John’s River in Palatka and Vilano Beach in St. Augustine. He was also a lifelong Florida Gator football fan.
 
Kimball is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kathleen, and his brothers, John of Richmond, TX and Mark (Krista) of Taylorsville, NC. Kimball is also survived by his two sons, Russell (Nancy) of Sarasota, and Jeffrey (Ana) of Middleburg, FL as well as his grandchildren Nathan, Nicholas, Samantha, and William Bobbitt and Hailey and Christopher Smith.
 

Manly Carlisle Bolin (76) Passed away on August 11, 2018 in Lake City, FL. He was born to Thomas and Lucy Bolin in Jacksonville, FL on March 19, 1942. Manly was a life member of The National Eagle Scouts Association. He was also involved with the Sons of Confederacy Veterans "Battle Oluster Camp 1463". Manly worked as a Jacksonville Firefighter, from 1968 thru his retirement in 2004. He was President Emeritus of the Jacksonville Association of Firefighters. Manly also served as 1st District Vice President for the Florida Professional Firefighters. In 2004 Manly was named Florida Professional Firefighter of the Year. Manly Married, Wanda, the Love of his life in February of 1975. They raised two children Dardie and Manlyelle. Manly loved his family as well as his firefighter family and friends. He was a loyal Florida Gators fan. Manly is survived by; Wanda his wife of 43 years, his daughters Dardie Bolin and Manlyelle Conner , his son-in-law John Conner, his 4 grandchildren, Skyler, Zachory, and Autumn Conner, and Whyatt Bolin, and his sister Kathryn LePrell.

Clara Mae Braden (McCarthy) died in Rockmart, Georgia on January 6, 1977 at the age of 35. She was buried at Rose Hill Cemetery in Rockmart, Georgia.
 

James Gordon "Jim" Brady, Jr. passed away March 1, 1975.  He is buried at Greenlawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, FL.

Lois Patricia Bragg (Purvis), age 73, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 4, 2016, after an accidental fall at home. Lois, or Patsy as she was referred to growing up, was born to Wilmer E. and Francis Laura Bragg on September 27, 1942, in Jacksonville, Florida. Lois was preceded in death by her father, Wilmer E. Bragg, mother, Frances L. Bragg, and sister Linda Velazquez (Ernie). She leaves to mourn husband, Aubrey Purvis, Sr., son, Michael Franklin Sharpe, daughters, Janis Browning and Michelle McGahee, step-daughter, Louise Stone (Pete), granddaughter, Jennifer Salgado (Liam), and grandsons, Zachary Sharpe (Rachel), Garrett Sharpe, and Jesse Stone. She also leaves sisters, Mary Randle (Tom) and Lisa Benton (Terry), and brother Ronald Bragg (Kathy), as well as several nieces and nephews. Growing up, Lois didn't have a lot. Her family was poor and she often told stories of not having what the other kids had. Because of this, she had a special place in her heart for children who didn't have what the other kids had. She taught fifth grade Sunday school for 31 years at Evangel Temple and considered every child who came into her class one of her children. She wiped many tears, listened to many sad and happy stories, and prayed many prayers with her kids throughout this 31 years. Many of her students would come back year after year, long after they were out of 5th grade, just because they knew she would be willing to stop and listen and help them in any way she could. She bought many Easter dresses, suits, socks and underwear (Everyone needs new underwear she used to tell us), as well as paid for many kids to go to Church Camp who would otherwise never have the opportunity to go. We counted that over her 31 years, she has had over 1300 students come through her classes. She loved Jesus, and her Sunday school ministry was an important part of her life every day, not just on Sunday. Lois has been married to Aubrey for 41 years, and he was the love of her life. She said, God gave Aubrey not only to her, but also to her children. They loved to spend their days just being together, talking and enjoying their retirement. Lois embraced life and loved her family immensely. She had a heart of gold and touched lives on so many levels. Her commitment to Christ and her loving and giving spirit will be her lifelong legacy.

Dr. Henry Gustave Breitmoser, Jr. ("Hank"), 81, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2023, at the Community Hospice - Alice and T. O'Neal Douglas Center for Caring.
 
Hank was born in Jacksonville, Florida on March 27, 1942, to Margaret and Henry Breitmoser, Sr. and was the oldest of two children. He was a graduate of Lee High School, a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity at the University of Florida, and a graduate of Emory Dental School.
 
Hank was a beloved dentist for over 50 years and a pillar of the Jacksonville community, serving as both the President of the Jacksonville Dental Society and the President of the Northeast Florida Dental Society. He dedicated his life to improving the dental health of generations of patients. He loved spending time with family and friends, playing golf, traveling, and reading, and was an active leader and Elder in his church.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Judith Chancey Breitmoser ("Judy"), his daughter Katharine Hartland (Bill), his son David Breitmoser (Chace), his brother Richard Breitmoser (Dianne) and his grandson Henry Hartland, who affectionately calls him "Bops."
 

Albert "Pappy"  Douglas Brooks (August 1, 1942 - September 24, 2013)
Where do you begin to tell a story about an honest, honorable man that loved to hunt and be outdoors.  Most people knew him as “Pappy,” but to Ralph and Dorothy (Edmonds) Brooks, he was Albert Douglas. He was born on August 1, 1942 in Marietta, GA. Growing up, Pappy loved to be challenged. He welcomed criticism of people when they would tell him he could not do something, because he enjoyed the satisfaction in proving the fact that he could do it. Pappy was always honest and would expect it back from his family and friends.  Pappy loved his Country and proudly served in the United States Coast Guard. He proceeded to serve as a law enforcement officer in Oakland, California, where he retired as Chief of Police of central California. Upon retirement, Pappy became a rancher and showed cutting horses. He was able to enjoy his retirement in Mexico with the love of his life, Sandy. They met while hunting for doves, and after being set-up on a blind date, they married on June 29, 1974. Together they have shared 39 wonderful years.  When Pappy wasn’t raising Labradors, gardening or showing horses, you could find him watching his beloved Florida State Seminoles play football. Pappy was a brother of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity at the Florida State University where he received his Bachelor Degree. He later earned his Master’s Degree in Criminology. Pappy loved the outdoors. It didn’t matter if he was hunting deer, birds or water skiing barefooted, he loved being out in nature.  Pappy passed away on September 24, 2013 at home in Edmond with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife Sandy; daughter, Debbie Metesana and husband David; son, Michael Brooks and wife Shawnna; daughter, Kimberley Hanmer, as well as 6 grandchildren, Vincent, Michelle, Maria, Joey, Debiann and Michael. He is preceded in death by his parents. Memorial service for Pappy will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2013 at the Crawford Family Funeral Service Chapel, 610 NW 178th St. Edmond. Pappy’s desires: “Coats and ties are not necessary, enjoy!” Memorial donations in the honor of Pappy may be made out to the American Heart Association.
 

Michael Floyd Brooks, 56, 3026 Hartsock Sawmill Road, Lady Lake, died Sunday, August 22, 1999. Mr. Brooks was a supervisor for the Lake County Road Department. Born in Jacksonville, he moved to Lady Lake from Lake Panasoffkee in 1971. He was Lutheran. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors: son, Kevin K., Panama City; daughter, Tracy M. Curran, Winter Park; mother and stepfather, Virginia and Joseph H. Williams, Leesburg; sister, Sharon Brown, Umatilla; stepbrother, Bruce Williams, Daytona Beach; stepsister, Barbara Yentzer, Valdosta, Ga. Beyers Funeral Home, Leesburg.

Julian F. Broome Jr., “Denny" as he was known to his long-time acquaintances, passed away on June 3, 2021. He lived life with gusto and experienced life to the fullest, from running with the bulls in Pamplona, scuba diving, riding his motorcycles, sailing, sky diving (once), and most recently playing pickleball. Julian did it all with zest. He had so many amazing friends from the years he practiced law and more recently our wonderful pickleball community. Julian also had several life-long friends from Jacksonville where he was born and raised. Julian will be missed by all who knew him, and enjoyed his fantastic sense of humor. Julian was a true and loyal friend who leaves his wife, Shelley; daughter, Jennifer; grandson, Mills of Santa Barbara, CA; sister, Babs of Marshall, North Carolina; and his beloved cat, Beau. “So, raise a toast to him and maybe shed a tear to a man who had a life well lived.” A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
 

Barbara Ann Brown Jole was born December 25, 1941 in Conway, South Carolina. She went to Heaven on November 30, 2022. She was predeceased by her only son, Kevin Michael Jole on June 1, 1986.
 
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, December 5th, in Greenlawn Cemetery, with Chaplain Brent Beaird officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Home, 4140 University Boulevard South, Jacksonville, Florida, where friends may call on Saturday and Sunday, and friends will be received Sunday, from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
 

William Millard Bryan died on June 23, 2007 in Brunswick, Georgia at age 65. He was born on January 24, 1942, in McAdoo, Pennsylvania. He married Linda Kay Fletcher.

Beverly Bryson (Hambrick), 76, passed away on January 19, 2019 in Orange Park, Florida. 

Richard C Butler, 76, of Opp, Alabama passed away on May 26th, 2018. He was born February 20, 1942 to the late Elmer J. Butler and Hildred Lela Butler in Jacksonville, FL. He survived by his wife, Jane, son Richard C. Butler, Jr. (Barbara) & Kevin Butler (preceded in death), grandchildren Shannon Kean (Justin) and Jesse Richards and great-grandchildren Cates Kean and Chloe Richards. He was a deacon at Sweetwater Baptist Church where services will be held June 1, 2018 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Shriners Hospital for Children.

Richard Lynn Cardwell died on August 1, 1988 in Alachua, Florida, at age 45. He is buried in Jacksonville Memory Gardens in Orange Park, Florida.

William Thomas Carlisle, Canton, GA, passed away October 28, 2013 following a long battle with Diabetes and related diseases. Born in Jacksonville, FL, June 15, 1942, he lived and worked in Jacksonville for many years. After Navy service in the early 1960's he married Martha Elizabeth Anderson in 1966 and together they had three wonderful children: William Todd Carlisle, Thomas Scott Carlisle and Ashley Carlisle Baxter. He was a Deacon at First Baptist Church, Jacksonville for many years before moving to the Atlanta area in 1998 where he was a member of First Baptist Church, Woodstock. Tom is survived by his wife, children and 9 grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. A graveside service will be held at the Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA on October 30, 2013 at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests gifts to the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association.

Jean Wainman Cason died on March 20, 1986 in her hometown of Jacksonville, Florida at the age of 43.

Eleanor Chance Baker, age 79, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. Eleanor was born December 5, 1942. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgmandarin.com for the Baker family.
 

Frank Newkirk (Kirk) Charles III passed away at his home in Tallahassee with his family by his side on Sunday, January 24, 2021, after a brief, intense battle with cancer. He was 79. Kirk was born in Jacksonville on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 1941, to Frank N. Charles Jr and Virginia Butler Charles. Paternal grandparents were Frank Charles Sr and Marie LeFils Charles; maternal grandparents were Hayman Butler and Loura Williams Butler. Kirk’s passion was archaeology and anthropology. He earned his BA after study at UF and FSU. He was a Registered Professional Archaeologist and a member of SOPA. He worked for many years doing contract archaeology throughout the Southeast. His curiosity and appetite for learning filled an ever-growing reservoir of historical, geographical, and cinematic knowledge which inspired his unique collections. When playing Trivial Pursuit, he was the roamer, helping all sides. He reveled in thought-provoking conversations. He married Virginia Marwitz in 1968, and their love endures beyond their 52 year anniversary celebrated in November, 2020. Tallahassee was their home for 48 years. Kirk’s love for his family and pride in all they did was evident to all. In addition to Virginia, he is survived by his daughters Aloura Melissa Charles (Finn Riley) and Alexis Anne Charles (Josh Woodyard), and grandchildren Audie Lee Woodyard, Greta Naomi Woodyard, and Jasper Newkirk Riley. He is also survived by his beloved sister, Loura Charles Montgomery (Jacksonville) and treasured nieces Martina Montgomery and Marie Montgomery, and nephew Jason Montgomery.
 

James "Jimmie" Stuart Charles, Jr. was born 2/17/1942 in Spartanburg, SC and died 1/16/2018 in Oviedo, FL.

John David Clark, 69, of Jacksonville, Florida lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, November 19, 2011. He was born in Jacksonville where he spent most of his life. He was a US Air Force veteran, retired from the Florida Highway Patrol. He had been on the Board of Directors for the National Greyhound Association. John was a commercial fisherman and owner of a fleet of boats. His hobbies were fishing, flying his airplane and riding his motorcycle. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Ellen Clark of 33 years. He is survived by his sister Francis Varnadoe; brother J.D. Clark (Christine); 3 children Catherine Blume (Stacy); John David Clark, Jr. (Belinda); Eileen Alexander (Bruce); 12 Grandchildren, 6 Great-Grandchildren and countless friends whom he treasured like family. Memorial service celebrating his life will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at Town and Country Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Delton Kilpatrick. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Burial will follow to Riverside Memorial Park in Jacksonville, Florida. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hardage-Giddens Town and Country Funeral Home 7242 Normandy Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32205.
 

Elizabeth "Beth" Cleveland, 73, of Catonsville, Maryland passed away peacefully, surrounded by family after an eight-month battle with gastric cancer on June 21, 2016. Beth is survived by her wife and soulmate of nearly 27 years, Deb Csakvary; brother John (Sharon) Cleveland, sister Susie (Dick) Hibbard; children Cathy Sciambi (Bob Kays), Virginia Collin, John (Carol) Pease, and Kate (Ryan) Cooper; grandchildren Mark (Maria) Gomez, Jason Turner, Dan (Nori) Sciambi, Laura (Christian) Lalinde, Wendy Collin, Amy Collin, Phillip Pease, John Pease, Jr., and Steven Pease; and five great-grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and neighbors whom she loved dearly. Beth spent her life caring for others--whether helping her family in her youth, raising her children in her young adult life, or later earning an Associates in Nursing from Howard Community College to serve as an Emergency Room nurse in hospitals in Washington, D.C. and Laurel, Maryland. She finished her nursing career working in an endocrine office in Columbia, Maryland and retired at the age of 62. Beth was an avid reader who enjoyed learning new technologies and loved spending time with her family. She and Deb, who shared adventurous spirits akin to Thelma and Louise, delighted in traveling, partaking in culinary thrills, and cheering for Baltimore sports teams, especially the Orioles. They loved their little town of Catonsville and the sweet home they owned together that they affectionately called "The Promised Land" because they had worked their whole lives to find a place they could truly call home. To say she was loved and will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing her is an understatement. She was the matriarch of the family with an open and loving heart for all who needed advice or just a place free of judgment. A mentor and inspiration to many, Beth leaves us with heavy hearts to mourn a profound loss.
 

Price "Buck" Cochran, Jr., was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 5, 1942 to Price Cochran, Sr. and Carolyn T. Cochran. After a long battle with cancer Buck passed to his heavenly reward on November 20, 2007. He is survived by his sister, Catherine C. Zediker a brother, James Leon Cochran and nephews, Clay Zediker, Garrett Zediker and Bryan Zediker. Buck attended Lee High School and graduated from Forrest High School and attended the University of Georgia. Buck was a proud supporter of the Bulldogs throughout his life. He fulfilled his last wish by attending the recent GA-FL Football game to witness his beloved "DAWGS" upset the Gators. Buck lived most of his life in Jacksonville and was involved in various business occupations. He most enjoyed his work with young men as a YMCA football coach in the 60's and 70's. Buck was an innovator in the sports entertainment profession. From 1981 until 1987 he had his own cable TV and radio show call "In the Press Box." The show featured Buck doing sports related news, video tape and interviews. In 1999 Buck moved to Seattle, Washington where he started a tour business "Stroll Seattle" which he continued until his final illness. Buck faced his impending death without bitterness and a calm assurance of his salvation. He was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church and ask that gifts, in lieu of flowers, be sent to Trinity at 1200 Tenth Ave. East, Seattle, WA 98102. A memorial service to honor Buck will be held at Trinity at noon on Sunday, December, 16, 2007.
 

Harold Louis Cohen, age 66, of Douglasville, GA passed December 13, 2009. He was born, January 1, 1943 in Jacksonville, FL, a son on the late Louis Harold Cohen and Elizabeth Roper Cohen. Harold was a 1960 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School of Jacksonville and a 1982 graduate of Winston-Salem State University. He was a retired employee with NAS Jacksonville. Mr. Cohen was a car enthusiast and a former bowling instructor. He was a member of Central Baptist Church of Douglasville and was known as a quiet, loving, family man. Mr. Cohen is survived by his wife Sheila Starke Cohen, whom he married on February 6, 1964. Also surviving are his children Scott Cohen of Stafford, VA, Stephanie Cohen of Morehead City, NC and Cindy Paul of Rome, NY and twelve grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Those who wish to share a special memory or express condolences online may do so at www.whitleygarner.com . Arrangements by Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home, Douglasville, GA, Phone 770-942-4246 Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

Margo Lynn Conway (Polk) was born February 7, 1942 and died May 28, 2019 in Newberry, Florida at age 77.  

Robert E. Cosgrove, 62,  died Thursday, April 29, 2004, at his home.  He was born in Jacksonville, Fla., on March 7, 1942, a son of the late Alfred E. and M. Louise (Marshall) Cosgrove.  Mr. Cosgrove was a graduate of Lee High School in Jacksonville and Florida State University at Tallahassee, where he majored in marketing and received his bachelor of science degree in business administration.  He worked for Prudential Insurance Company from 1964 to 1994 in various positions, including director of marketing and administration and director of health insurance operations. He spent 26 years in the Jacksonville office and retired in 1994 from the Woodland Hills, Calif. office. In 1995, he began a second career with Liberty Life Insurance Company of Boston, where he was director of marketing services.  Mr. Cosgrove co-authored two individual health insurance textbooks while a member of the HIAA’S Education Committee Board. He was active at Florida State University in work with many of the support organizations of the university. He founded and served as president of the Jacksonville Seminole Booster Club, and served the national Alumni Association as vice president and as member of the Alumni Board. He also was a member of the Seminole Boosters national board of directors.  He also served on the board of directors of the California Academic Decathlon that was the state branch of the United States Academic Decathlon. He was a former communicant of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Jacksonville and Christ Episcopal Church in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.  He had resided in Hampton the past 10 years, where he moved from Moorpark, Calif. Prior to that, he made his home in Atlantic Beach, Fla.  Family members include his wife, Elizabeth "Betsy" Cosgrove of Hampton; one son, Robert E. Cosgrove Jr. and wife Nancy of Jacksonville, Fla.; two daughters, Lisa L. Cutting and husband Samuel of Madison, Wis., and Brooke E. Stearns of Stratham; three grandchildren, Henry T. Cutting, Charles R. Cutting and Megan L. Cosgrove; one brother, Terry Cosgrove of Jacksonville, Fla.; one sister, Susan Darby of The Woodlands, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.
 

Lucinda "Cinda" Courtney (Brown) died August 14, 1981 in North Carolina.

Lynda Joyce Craig (Headley) died on May 28, 2014 in Tucson, Arizona at age 71 and is buried at East Lawn Palms Cemetery and Mortuary in Tucson, Arizona.

Lucinda Credle (Halsema), 77, passed away May 26, 2020. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home 7242 Normandy Blvd Jacksonville, Florida.

Margaret K. Cuppett (McIlvaine), 72, died on March 10, 2015. She was a kind and compassionate person and she leaves behind her mother, Georgia M. Cuppett; only sister, Carolyn; daughters, Janet and Raven; grandchildren, Logan and Raven, Jr.; nephew, Daniel; niece, Allison and her companion Norman. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm Friday March 20th at Evergreen Cemetery.

Earl Eugene Darnell, Jr., 73, passed away February 20, 2016. Arrangements by Eternity Funeral Homes in Jacksonville and Nassau.

Verene Decuers Shirah, age 79, of Lakeland, FL passed away on December 22, 2021 at Carpenter’s Estates in Lakeland. Her home is in heaven, since she received Christ as her Savior as a young girl.

Born Verene Lucretia Decuers on October 17, 1942, in Jacksonville, FL, she is known to all who love her as Lucy. She graduated from Florida Southern College in 1964 where she met her husband John W. Shirah and they married in January 1964. They had been married 51 years at the time of his passing.

Lucy and John owned a florist shop in Ft. Lauderdale before moving to Lakeland in 1978. A dedicated schoolteacher since 1976, she has touched the lives of hundreds of children. Lucy taught Kindergarten and Second Grade for 30 years at Padgett Elementary. She was a gifted flower arranger and made many weddings and receptions beautiful along the way.

Lucy spent many years actively devoted to her church, North Lakeland Presbyterian, where she was a charter member. Lucy is preceded in death by her husband, John W. Shirah, Jr. She is survived by her brother, Herbert Decuers (Liz), 2 children: Cherie S. Jones (Jeff) and John L. Shirah (Tami Ham), 4 grandchildren: Scott Jones (Ashley), Shane Jones, Madalynn Shirah, Grace Shirah, and one great grandson, Judah Jones.

Patricia Ann "Patsy" Dees (Krebs), 72, of Atlanta, Georgia, formerly of Greensboro, N.C., Goldsboro, N.C. and Jacksonville, FL., passed away at her home Monday, November 10, in the presence of family. Born in Goldsboro, N.C. on May 6, 1942, she was the daughter of the former Ann Wheatley Dees and Rigdon Osmond Dees, Jr. Patricia graduated from Greensboro High School but kept close ties with Jacksonville High School, where she attended until moving to North Carolina. She was awarded "Best Looking" by her classmates and on the heels of that accolade, she was a finalist in the Miss North Carolina Pageant in 1962. She graduated from Stratford College in Danville, Virginia, where she held the record as "the fastest typer" on campus at 143 words per minute. She began her executive assistant career for the Mayor of Raleigh, N.C. at the offices of Branch, Bank, and Trust. In 1973 she met and married her beloved husband of 41 years, Don Krebs. She successfully enjoyed many years as a legal assistant for various corporations including The Coca Cola Corporation, where she met Don, and US Steel until her retirement in the early 1990's, when she began two new careers, grand parenting and establishing a small business. Pat cherished her family and loved being a grandparent to her two grandchildren, Kenny and Emily. She also had an extraordinary gift of hospitality, never meeting a stranger and always making others feel welcome, a trait she often acknowledged as being from her grandmother, May Dees. She thrived on reaching out to others with her gifts - her time, her talents, and her resources, one of which being the love of cake making! She got the bug from attending a cake decorating class at J.C. Penney's and the rest is history! Her new business, 'Pat Krebs Cakes' was born and has been the rage in Atlanta for the better part of 30 years. Being blessed with the rare skill in pastry design, her wedding cakes garnered national acclaim. Patsy's hobbies and enjoyments in life were vast. In addition to the love of family and friends, decorating her home and entertaining, she fostered her adventurous spirit with world travel. She loved cruising, exploring new lands, and spending time at her beach house in Destin, FL. However, eclipsing all of these passions, sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior gave her the most remarkable and enduring joy. She always had time to tell others how much Jesus loved them just the way they were and died for their sins. She had a knack and authenticity in letting a perfect stranger know God's love for them, keeping it simple - "He who believes in Me has everlasting life," (John 6:47). She was active in many bible studies including Women's Community Bible Study( WCBS) at Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, where she was a co-leader for many years, the Ladies bible fellowship at The Church of The Apostles in Atlanta and church prayer teams at both The Church of The Apostles and Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta. She was a member of Church of the Apostles. Pat is survived by her husband Donald Glen Krebs; her daughters Darden Elise (Larry) Mock of Atlanta; Samantha Dees Shelton of Peachtree Corners; brother Rigdon O. “Rick” Dees, III of Los Angeles; sister Carolyn Caddell of Greensboro; grandson Kenny Matthew Straus of Atlanta; granddaughter Emily Rose Shelton of Peachtree Corners; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
 

Anne DeHoff (Kraft), 48, of Atlanta, GA, died May 14, 1991 of a thoracic aneurysm. Anne Kraft was born January 23, 1943 in Jacksonville, FL. She was the daughter of Margaret Milton DeHoff and the late William J. DeHoff. She was a member of the 1962 Debutante Coterie and graduated from Florida State University where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority. She was active in several Atlanta organizations, including the Barefoot Sailing Club and the Junior League of Atlanta. She served on the executive committee of Young Careers and was a former chairman of the Peachtree Arts of the High Museum, a group of professional people who support the museum.    She was co-founder of A.B. Lambdin. She later became a free-lance writer for business and trade publications. Anne Kraft was a member of the Cathedral of Christ the King. Surviving are two daughters, Margaret Kraft and Anne Bryan Kraft and son, William J. Kraft, all of Atlanta; her mother, Margaret DeHoff, Jacksonville, FL; a brother, Dr. Philip W. DeHoff, Charlotte, NC; and four sisters, Margaret DeHoff Stanley, Jacksonville, Mary Elizabeth DeHoff and Julia Milton DeHoff, both of Tallahassee, FL, and Isabel DeHoff Coffin, of Jacksonville. Services include a memorial mass at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta on May 16^th and graveside services in Jacksonville on May 18^th in Evergreen Cemetery. 
 

Janice Dennard Williams, age 81, of Glen St. Mary, Florida went to her Heavenly Home on October 23, 2024, at Ed Fraser Memorial Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida on December 29, 1942, to the late James P. Dennard and Katie Barwick Dennard. Janice was raised in Jacksonville and graduated from Lee High School in 1960. 

Following school, she embarked on an amazing journey with her good friend, Geneva Barnes. Together they earned their Cosmetologist certification, and Janice started her career as a Hair Stylist. Janice had a servant's heart, loved to help others, and enjoyed making her clients feel beautiful. She married her best friend and forever companion, Jack L. Williams, on July 24, 1966. Janice made Baker County her forever home in 1966 and spent many years devoted to our community. She proudly owned and operated Janice's Beauty Shop for several years until her son, James LaRue Williams, started school. She was most passionate about her family. Janice loved being a wife and mother and certainly wanted the best education and influence for her son. 

In the late 1970's, Janice started teaching at Grace Christian Academy in Baldwin where her son attended and in 1989, she taught reading and writing at Emmanuel Christian Academy for another 15 years. After both Academy's closed, she went to Worthington Springs as an Educator with Genesis Christian Academy until her retirement in 2006. Janice loved guiding children and assisting them in gaining a better future. Her light radiated in the classroom, while at home, and in her community. 

She was currently attending Mt. Zion Church. Janice loved attending her churches, growing in her faith, and fellowshipping with her church family. Throughout the years, Janice was actively involved as a Sunday School Teacher, with Church Vacation Bible Schools, and assisting with the Bereavement Teams. Janice knew the importance of a hot meal and extra love after a dear family experienced a loss. She had a warm touch, words of comfort, welcoming spirit, and could always lend a listening ear. Janice also enjoyed cooking and even was a Caterer for family and friends. 

After retirement, she loved being a Private in Home Sitter and found much joy in creating lifetime bonds. Janice looked forward to exploring new places and traveling with her family. The trips were a great opportunity to bond with her loved ones and create cherished memories. She was always up for shopping and discovering unique shops. Janice took immense joy in being a grandmother and she treasured all the precious moments they were together. Janice's love and devotion she showed will be forever remembered and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Jamie Lou Webster and Nettie Hodges; and her nephew, Jerry Webster.

Janice is survived by her loving husband of 58 years and 3 months, Jack L. Williams of Glen St. Mary, FL; son, James LaRue (Tracy) Williams of Macclenny, FL; grandchildren, Kellen, Kadence, and Karter Williams; nephew, Donnie (Rosie) Hodges; many more nieces and nephews she loved dearly and extended family and friends.

Patricia Elaine Detweiler (Sadowski), 71, of Reston, Virginia, passed away peacefully in her home with her daughter by her bedside, Monday, January 20, 2014. She was born May 14, 1942 in Greenville, SC. She was an only child to her parents, Austin and LaNelle Detweiler. Patricia married her husband Stanley "Stas" in 1971 and they moved to Columbia, MD, then to Horsham, PA, until finally settling in Reston, VA in 1984. Patricia was amazing with people and had never met a stranger. Her roles in the community began as a Charter Volunteer at Reston Hospital when it opened in 1986. She served lovingly for 11 years. After her time at Reston Hospital, in 1997 she learned of a new restaurant in town preparing to open its doors, the Silver Diner. Patricia applied and was hired as one of their original employees. Little did she know the diner would become her home away from home. She was devoted to her role as Hostess for 15 years and loved "her" diner through and through until she could no longer work due to illness. Throughout the last year she longed to be well again to return to work. Her passion for the Silver Diner and the love she received in return was priceless. Patricia was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She especially loved The Lord with all of her heart, and throughout her physical and emotional struggles in life she always gave the glory to God. Patricia is survived by her husband of 41 years, Stas’ Sadowski, their daughter Tania Woods of Leesburg, VA, Patricia’s son Scott Stephenson, of Ashburn, VA, Stas’s son Paul Sadowski of Jacksonville, FL. She was blessed with one Son-in-law, Timothy Woods and one Daughter-in-law, Candace Stephenson. Patricia has four grandchildren, Timothy and Tanner Woods and Skylar and Austin Stephenson. Patricia was preceded in death by her father, Austin Detweiler, and is survived by her mother, LaNelle Detweiler.

Kendall Irving Dingman, Jr., was born March 25, 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida. He died on November 20, 2000 at age 57 in Louisville, Kentucky.

George (Pete) Wesley Douglas of Middleburg, FL. passed away to be with The Father on May 12, 2024. He was born in Umatilla, FL to Gladys Parks and John Wesley Douglas on November 26, 1941.

He was married to Mrs. Linda Gail Douglas, the love of his life. She preceded him in death on July 12, 2017. He was the father to Devin Wesley Douglas, who preceded him in death on July 23, 2023.  He was the brother to Wayne Douglas, who preceded him in death in 2016. He was the brother to Mary Kathleen Douglas, who preceded him in death in 1994. He was the brother to Josephine Varnadore, who preceded him in death in 2000. He was the grandfather to Monique Ladonna Douglas, and great grandfather to Alden Guidry Nelson. He was the brother of Clifford Douglas (Carol), and Susan Thompson (Terry). He precedes them in his death.

Pete was an avid jeweler and salesman in his lifetime. He was a member of the US Army Infantry, serving in 1961. He loved to look around for new cars, watches, suits, jackets, and shoes. He was never out of style. He loved to spend time with his wife, family, and friends. He loved to advocate for the Lord and would have a story or testimony to give anyone who was in need and would listen. He loved the Lord.

Pete will be sorely missed by his grandchildren, brother and sister, friends, and family alike. Pete is a one-of-a-kind man who can never be replaced.

William Frank Dougherty – 78 years old – Passed on 03.26.2021 at Orange Park Medical Center. Bill was passionate about ministry and people knowing God's Word and accepting Jesus as their Savior. He began his journey at Baptist Bible College where he met his wife and best friend. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Theology from BBC and later in life received an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Louisiana Baptist University & Seminary. He served as a Youth Pastor for many years and then as a pastor for most of his career. His first church (where his kids grew up) was Westfair Baptist Church where he built and started a school, Westfair Christian Academy, that still continues to this day. He served at several other churches until he was called to be the pastor at his home church, First Coast Baptist Church in Jacksonville, FL, which was a dream come true for him! After his wife Joy passed away, he spent a few years going back and forth to Sierra Leone, and planted many churches with his good friend, Mike Peper and team. In his last years, he enjoyed spending time with his family and with 'the Florida girls' and their families and friends, eating BBQ any time he could . He loved his Sunday School class at Hibernia Baptist Church and they welcomed him with open arms. Bill was known for having a generous heart and helped many people over the years. He was fun-loving and loved to tell stories of his adventures in life and how God was working through each season of life.
 

Margaret "Margo" Duffe (Harkrader), 74, of Richmond, Va., passed away surrounded by her family on November 26, 2016. She was predeceased by her parents, Margaret Farrar Duffe and Dr. Paul Edgar Duffe. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Paul Douglas Harkrader Jr.; her three children, Christopher C. Harkrader, Leslie H. Rowe (Steve Rowe) and D. Kyle Harkrader; three grandchildren, Lucy and Andrew Rowe and Genevieve "Gigi" Harkrader, all of Richmond; her brother, Paul Edgar Duffe Jr. (Sis) of Jacksonville, Fla., She was born in Miami, Fla., in 1942 and raised in Jacksonville, Fla. She attended Florida State University and was a member of the Delta Gamma sorority. She was married in 1963 and moved to Richmond. Throughout her life, she was a nurturing and loving presence in the lives of her family and many friends. After her retirement from Richmond Gastroenterology Associates, she enjoyed membership at Tuckahoe Woman's Club, but her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren. Despite her health issues, she was a constant presence in their lives, teaching and nurturing them. She was happiest when her family was happy. She was a wonderful cook whose meals were enjoyed by family and friends. She will also be remembered for her sense of humor, generosity and optimism. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church, 8787 River Road on Friday, December 2, at 10:30 a.m. Reception to follow at church. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to the American Lung Association or All Saints Episcopal Church.
 

John G. Duguid, Jr. died on December 8, 1993 at age 52. His burial was at the Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida. The tombstone inscription indicates he was born on May 12, 1942, was a Major  in the U.S. Army, and served in Vietnam.     

Dale Kirk Duncan, 70, of Miami, passed away unexpectedly May 31, 2012.

Patricia Elaine Eagerton (Greene), age 75, passed away at St. Vincent's Hospital, Friday, June 22, 2018. Elaine was born on July 13, 1942 and a lifelong resident of Jacksonville Florida. She retired from a city position shortly before meeting her sweetheart, her "Captain" Harry Greene. They celebrated their love every day for 31 years. She battled asthma all her life but never walked alone always trusting in her Savior. She was always thankful for life, love of her family and friends. She is survived by her guardian angel and friend, Bill Collins; her daughter, Candy Maurais, husband Mark; Grandchildren, Randy Greene, Tracy Greene, Gabrielle Sorenson & Lauren Cantrell; Brother, Wayne Eagerton; Brother Terry Eagerton, his wife Connie and son Keith; Sister-in-law Sandy Eagerton and children, Stephen, Courtney, Blaire and Chuck. Elaine was an angel on earth and has joined loved ones passing before her, parents Henry and Ruth Eagerton, and her baby brother Stephen Eagerton.
 

DOEGE Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the home of George Doege, 16402 252nd St., Long Prairie for Shirley Ann Doege, age 66, of Long Prairie. Rev. David Greaver will officiate. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at George and Shirley's home. Shirley Ann Edison was born October 17, 1942 at Jacksonville, Florida the daughter of Thomas A. & Margaret (O'Grady) Edison. She grew up in Jacksonville and graduated from high school there. She later moved to Western North Carolina for several years where she raised her family. She then returned to Jacksonville where she was employed by Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Florida. She married George Doege on June 24, 1989 at Charlton County, Georgia. They made their home near Long Prairie for the past 20 years. Shirley enjoyed gardening, yard work, and keeping her house spotless. Shirley is survived by her husband, George of Long Prairie, children, Pamela (Ed) Mandonado of Carnesville, GA, Joe (Patricia) Taylor of Las Vegas, NV, and Charles (Donna) Taylor of Bryson City, NC, siblings, Thomas A. (Debbie) Edison II of Jacksonville, FL, and Martha (Robert) Cochran of Atlanta, GA, and 4 grandchildren, Stephen & Joshua Mandonado, and Amanda & Garrett Taylor. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Phillip Taylor.
 

Charles Oliver Ekwurzel, 77, passed peacefully in the comfort of his home on March 6th, 2019. Born in Lake City, Florida, on May 10th, 1941, Charlie, as he was known by friends and family, was born to Otto and Elizabeth Ekwurzel. He was brother to Frances Morris and Judy Felder. Charlie spent his childhood in Paducah, Kentucky, living with his maternal grandparents and was known as Charlie Sinclair in grade school.  He later moved to Atlanta to attend the Georgia Military Academy and graduated from Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida. He continued his education with a focus in business and economics from New York University in New York City. He worked for the stock brokerage, Goodbody and Company and then managed Thompson McKinnon Brokerage Firm.  Before starting First Park Equities he helped author sections of the Florida security laws. He was the president of First Park Equities in Winter Park, Florida. In 1983, he met his wife of 35 years, Lynn Kelly Ekwurzel. Blending their families together, they raised five children, Karen, Charles Jr., Amy, Jarrod and Dennis, and later moved to Texas. In Plano, Charlie partnered with his brother-in-law, Walker Morris, to run and operate Intelligence Technology Corporation (ITC). After ITC, Charlie opened another business, this time partnering with his wife to run Customers Health Plans, an insurance and financial planning firm. After retirement, Charlie was active as a volunteer reader for Austin ISD elementary schools. Additionally, Charlie enjoyed fishing, reading, watching Fox Business Channel and Fox News (24/7!) and attending his grandchildren’s sports and academic endeavors. At first glance Charlie appeared to be a quiet soul, yet he held talent of a great storyteller often sharing memories of his upbringing and love of historic events and how they play true to current times. Charlie was pre-deceased by his daughter, Amy Daughtry. He is survived by his wife Kelly Ekwurzel, his children Karen Lynch and her husband, Dan Lynch, Charles ‘Chuck’ Jr., Jarrod Ekwurzel and his wife Erica, and Dennis Kubes and grandchildren, Jack Lynch, Keeghan Daugherty, Tim Ullrich, Annie Ullrich Northcutt, Katie Ullrich, Mikaela Kubes-Pewitt, and Alexis and Elijah Ekwurzel, and beloved nieces and nephews. Charlie’s presence will be greatly missed as he was a patient and compassionate gentleman always open to offering supportive advice.

Paul Dewitte English Sr., 62, a conductor for CSX Transportation, died Sunday, March 14, 2004. The service will be at 1 p.m. Published in Tallahassee Democrat on March 16, 2004 - full obituary not available.

Edward R. Fishburne, Jr. 55, died November 25, 1997. He was a retired Air Traffic Controller in the United States Air Force, who served in Vietnam in 1969. He is survived by his wife, Ruthye Dickinson Fishburne, his father, Edward Fishburne, Sr., a daughter Tamra Fishburne Cyr (Frank), a grandson, Austin Taylor Cyr, a brother Robert Fishburne (Theresa) all of Jacksonville, a brother Thomas Fishburne (Dana), of Atlanta, and his mother-in-law, Anna Dickinson of Jacksonville Beach. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 29 AT 10:00 am in the Mayport NAS chapel on the Mayport Naval Base. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Hospice Northeast.

Johnnie Harrison “Harry” Fletcher, Jr. died on August 11, 2002 in Fitzgerald, Georgia at the age of 59.

Harold John Fowler (Red, Johnny) went to his heavenly home May 14, 2017. He served four years in the Air Force, was a Mecklenburg County Patrolman for sixteen years and a deputy with the Sheriff’s Department before retiring as Sergeant after ten years. He loved his church, CBA, Blue Knights, Sons of Confederate Veterans, HOGS, Norsemen, and his dog Teddy. (continued below)

He leaves behind his wife of 54 years, Sandra; sons John of Monroe, GA and William of Charlotte; grandchildren Colt and Brooke of Charlotte; sister, Connie Brown of Denton, and many other relatives and friends. He liked to keep people happy. A celebration of life will be held 5PM Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Campfield Memorial Baptist Church, 369 Campfield Church Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040 with the visitation being held at 4PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Campfield Memorial Baptist Church Building Fund.

Walter Henry Frier, age 62, joined his wife of thirty-two years Thursday, August 29, 2002, at 4:50 p.m. after 21 years of separation. Prior to his death, Walter fought a courageous battle with Leukemia. Although he traveled much of his life, he called Jacksonville home., Walter served a two and one-half year mission in Holland for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints of which he was a faithful member. He served his country in the United States Air Force and continued his service in the Army corps of Engineers from which he retired after thirty years of government service. Walter is survived by his five children whom he bravely raised following his wifes untimely passing. His children Monica Wadatz, Aaron Frier, Joshua Frier, Amanda Matthews and Benjamin Frier will be forever grateful for their fathers devotion and sacrifice. Walter is the proud Pop-Pop of four grandchildren who will always love and remember him. His friends and extended family will also mourn his passing. Please join us in our celebration of his life on Tuesday, September 3, at 10:00 a.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5100 Firestone Road. Burial will be in Jacksonville Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, September 2, at Fraser Funeral Home, 8168 Normandy Blvd. As an option to flowers donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in honor of Walter would also be appreciated.

Larry Evans Fulmer passed away on July 25, 2017 at St. Vincent's Hospital. He was born Aug. 16, 1941 in Miami, Florida. He is predeceased in death by Evans (Sonny) Fulmer, father and Grace Fulmer, mother. He is survived by his sister Janice Wise Springsted (Ron) and Joyce Duarte (Gary) and one nephew and one niece and many great nephews and nieces. Our parents taught us to love and respect nature. Before Larry's accident he always wanted to be outside regardless of what he was doing. His chosen line of work was being a lineman and a trouble shooter for JEA. After retirement from JEA he went to work for Seaward Construction working high lines. Larry had a very dry sense of humor even during the most grim occasions. Years ago, he cut his thumb off with a skill saw while building a picnic table. If anyone remembers the ad campaign It takes two hands to handle a whopper, his concern was that he wouldn't be able to eat a Whopper. While waiting for the surgery to amputate his leg after a high-voltage accident, Larry raised up his head and asked me if the surgical cap made him look funny. If you knew Larry, you just had to love him. He kept everyone laughing regardless of the circumstances. His devotion for animals was undeniable, maybe to a fault. During his life he always had a house full of dogs and cats. He leaves behind his beloved dog, Buster and a cat named Goldie. Many years ago, Larry had a brief and somewhat dismal stint at stock car racing at the now defunct Speedway Park on Jacksonville's westside. Our mother was thrilled when that phase ended and Larry survived with a few crashes and stitches. The list goes on but suffice it to say, It was never dull with Larry in the family. Compassion and kindness were two traits carried throughout his life. He was loved by all who knew him and will be missed greatly.
 

Wayne Louis Fulmer died on May 20, 1983 at age 40 and was buried at Jacksonville Memory Gardens in Orange Park, Florida. 

Dudley G. Garland, Jr., 74, of Orange Park, FL, passed away September 26, 2013. He was born on September 19, 1939 in Jacksonville, Florida to parents Dudley and Mary McGowan Garland, Sr. Mr. Garland enjoyed playing the piano and will be dearly missed by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother, Terri Garland. Survivors include his sisters, Sandy Johns (B.L.), Bonnie Pineda (Johnny) and Jackie Hoch (Andy) and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, September 30, 2013 at 103rd Street Baptist Church, Jacksonville, Florida.

Celia Frances Gibbs (Rogers) passed away on January 17, 2019 with her daughter, Tyler, and son-in-law, Caleb by her side. The daughter of George Gibbs and Annie Innger Gibbs, Ceil was born in Jacksonville, Florida. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School (1960), Clemson University, and earned a Masters from Armstrong State College. She taught for 32 years in Savannah, GA public schools. She raised two successful daughters while juggling two jobs as a single mom. Ceil loved gardening and flower arranging, going to the beach, and decorating her lovely home with repurposed treasures from thrift and antique stores. Celia was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Judith Gibbs Walker. Left to cherish her memory are daughters Tyler (Caleb) Corson and Brooke Rogers (Christine Maggard), grandchildren Madison Brooks and Roark and Pierce Corson, sisters Margaret Woods and Elizabeth (John) Tripp, and several nieces and nephews. Celia's ashes will be buried next to her beloved aunt Frances in the family plot at Oakdale Cemetery, Waycross, Georgia. 

Craig Anderson Gill died on August 24, 1979 at age 38. He is buried at the Jacksonville Memory Gardens in Orange Park, Florida. Craig was born August 17, 1941.
 

Louise Gittings (Schleiner), born Jan. 1, 1943, in Jacksonville, Fla., died after a three-year struggle with cancer on Feb. 22, 2000. She was 57.  After receiving her doctorate at Brown University, she moved to Davis, California in 1973 and intermittently taught English literature and comparative literature as a lecturer at UC Davis.  During the past 15 years, she taught English literature at Washington State University in Pullman, Wash., where she rose from assistant professor to professor. Most recently, she held the Buchanon Chair of  English Literature.  She published three books and many articles on early modern literature.  She was the author of The Living Lyre in English Verse: From Elizabeth Through the Restoration (Columbia: University of Missouri Press, 1984); Tudor and Stuart Women Writers (Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 1994); Cultural Semiotics, Spenser, and the Captive Woman (Bethlehem, PA: Lehigh University Press, 1995).  (continued below)

She published many articles, such as "Ladies and Gentlemen in Two Genres of Elizabethan Fiction," SEL: Studies in English Literature, 1500-1900, Vol. 29,1 (Winter 1989): 1-20. She was also a creative writer who wrote many poems and religious and philosophical essays.  At the time of her death, she was readying for publication her own creative poems, meditations, and stories, the latter called "Bible Stories for Grownups.''   She is survived by her husband, Winfried Schleiner; her three daughters, Anne-Marie, Christa and Emily; her parents, Louis and Mary Gittings of Jacksonville, Fla.; her sister, Sharon Teachey; and her brother, Robert Gittings.  An award was established at Washington State University in her memory.  The Schleiner Book Award goes to students who pass the Ph.D. Qualifying and Preliminary Examinations with distinction. Students who must travel to collections to conduct research necessary to the dissertation may apply for the Schleiner Research Travel Award.
 

David M. Goodner, MD. On January 25, 2012. Age 68. Of Cherry Hill, NJ. Beloved husband of the late Susan (Nee Hinman). Devoted father of Blake and his wife Lois Goodner and Alyson Goodner and her fiance,  Paul Daniels. Caring grandfather of Harley, Shyla and Colt Goodner. Dear brother of Mickey (Martha) and Gary (Carmen) Goodner. David will also be missed by many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. Born in Fallon, Nevada on Feb. 9, 1943, was a college graduate and MD recipient of Duke University. After completing his residency at Thomas Jefferson University in OBGYN and two years of military service in Korea, David joined the Professional Health Care for Women Practice. David married Susan Hinman on December 28th, 1966. He was an active member of the Philadelphia Cricket Club, Philadelphia Department of Recreation and the William Penn Charter Communities. David was a past President of the PA Obstetrics Society and was repeatedly named a "Top Doc" of Pennsylvania and New Jersey throughout his career. Relatives and friends are invited to his memorial service 3:30 PM on Friday February 3 at the Philadelphia Cricket Club (415 West Willow Grove Avenue Philadelphia, PA). In lieu of flowers please make donations in David Goodner's name to the Alzheimer' s Association.

Bobbye Jean Goodwin (Theus), age 60, left for her place in Heaven on Friday, September 13, 2002 at her residence following a lengthy stay in the hospital. She was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville and was employed by Health Care Business Resources for the last 12 years. She was preceded in death by her mother, Laura Lingo Goodwin in May of this year. She is survived by a loving and devoted family including her husband of a recently celebrated 40 years, Willie Bill Frank Theus, Jr.; two sisters, Laura Ruth Hammock & Margaret Ann Goodwin; one sister-in-law, Carolyn Bartleson (husband, Ron); five children, Terri Kennell (husband, Larry), Michael Theus (wife, Debbie), Christopher Theus (wife, Jenny), Lori Dickerson (fiance, Lonnie Lloyd), Brian Theus (wife, Christy); 15 grandchildren who she thought the sun rose and set in; four nieces, three nephews; four grandnieces, four grandnephews and two great-grandnieces. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday in the chapel of HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME, 729 S. Edgewood Ave. with Rev. Wade Mask officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Memorial Park.
 

Laura JoAnn Griffin (Brewer) passed away December 3, 2018. Laura was born February 28, 1942 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Walter D. Griffin, Jr. and Sue Watts Griffin. After graduating with Honors from Lee High School, Laura attended Florida State University graduating Cum Laude with majors in English & Business. She was an active member of Phi Beta Kappa and Kappa Alpha Theta. Laura devoted her life to family. Whether a sporting event, Girl Scouts, ballet recital or Brain Brawl competition, "Mama Jo" could be found supporting her family. Laura designed and created costumes for locally filmed Hollywood movies, touring Broadway shows, Florida Ballet, Jacksonville Ballet Theater and the Community Nutcracker. Laura is survived by her husband of 46 years, Thomas Field Brewer and children, Kelley Brewer Wilhelm (d. John), Robert Seaward Brewer (Monett), Kathleen "Kit" Brewer Grissett, M.D. (Stephen), David Anthony Brewer (Bobbie), and Michael John Brewer-Davis (Nina), as well as siblings, Walter Dennis Griffin III (DeeDee), and Robert Kent Griffin (Suzanne). Laura's legacy and our future live on in her grandchildren, who are too numerous to count on two hands. 
 

Henry Nelson Grimes Sr. passed away peacefully on October 10, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. Henry was born in Jacksonville on November 2, 1942 the second child of Charles T. Grimes and Cullen P. Grimes. Henry attended Robert E. Lee High School before graduating from Jacksonville University with a Bachelor of Business degree in Accounting. Henry began his career as a CPA working for Coopers & Lybrand. He later worked for Gulf Life Insurance Company and was the Director of Taxes and Treasurer. After almost twenty years with Gulf Life, Henry became self-employed and also served as the Deputy Treasurer for The Florida Life and Health Guaranty Association. He truly enjoyed his position at FLAHIGA making many lifelong friends all over the country. Henry married Patricia (Pat), the love of his life in 1965. Henry loved life and sharing that love with his family and friends. An avid lover of the outdoors, he was able to turn wild game, fish and items from his garden into legendary meals. Cooking for others was his true passion and an invite to dine at Henry's was not to be missed. In retirement, he enjoyed spending time going to the woods, watching the river in a rocking chair and being surrounded by good friends and family. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia (Pat) Frigo Grimes, mother Cullen Grimes, father Charles (Charlie) Grimes, and brother Tommy Grimes. Henry is survived by his two sons, Henry Nelson "Hank" Grimes Jr. (Michele) and Michael Patrick Grimes, (Meg) and his five grandchildren Ariana, Elizabeth, Alexander, Anne Catherine and Emme.
 

Patricia Guinn (Bascara), 74, after a brief illness, passed from death unto life on Friday, August 25, 2017. She was retired from Civil Service with Department of U.S. Navy, Weapons Division, Cecil Field, Florida. Preceded in death, her husband of 17 years, Ben Merla Bascara. She is survived by her loving family; step-daughter, Gracia Worsowicz (John), three grandchildren, Dominic, Matthew and Jenna; Sister, Gale Harvey and two nieces who were her only children, Debbie Taylor (Larry) and Darlene McKibben (Johnny); Great nephews, Sheldan Taylor, Shon Taylor (Sara) and Shea Taylor (Amanda). Great nieces, Ashley Nieves (Jeremy), Lindsay Church (Jonathan), Brittany North (Kevin) and Kimberly Mckibben. Five great, great nephews; Chandler Nieves, Andrew and Micah Taylor, Oliver North and Ethan Church. Pat was a very out-going, loving person who never met a stranger, and that love was reciprocated. She was everyone's favorite Aunt Pat. She will be deeply missed. Services will be held at 11 a.m., on Friday, September 1, 2017 at Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church with Rev. Jonathan Church officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m. on August 31, 2017 at Naugle Funeral Home, 1203 Hendricks Ave . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Hospice and Palliative Care.
 

Marvin D. Gunnells passed away quietly while in Hospice Care on Tuesday afternoon, June 22, 2021, at the age of 79. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Virginia Wingard Memorial United Methodist Church. Visitation with the family will immediately follow the service.

Marvin was born in Rocky Mount, NC on September 19, 1941, the youngest of the three sons of R.L. and Juanita Rogers Gunnells. He spent his childhood growing up in Florence, SC. After the family moved to Florida during his last years of high school, he graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, FL, and continued his education at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL where he earned a double major in Business and Sociology.

He married Christine (Leitner) Gunnells of Winnsboro on July 8, 1967, and together they lovingly raised two children. Marvin was a member of Virginia Wingard Memorial United Methodist Church. He was a retired employee of the SC Dept. of Corrections, and he was a lifetime member of the National Education Association and the SC Education Association.

Marvin is survived by his wife, son, Brian (Allison) Gunnells of Winnsboro; daughter, Meg (Buck) Ballentine of Chapin; and grandsons, Bryson Ballentine and Aiden Ballentine. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Reuben D. (Carole) Gunnells of Columbia, and William R. (Betty) Gunnells of Hartsville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Virginia Wingard Memorial United Methodist Church. The family would like to thank the staff at Lexington Medical Center and Agape Hospice House of Columbia for their care during his illness.

Steven Randolph Hall was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on July 17, 1942, to Harry Gordon Hall and Evelyn Randolph Hall. The family moved to Jacksonville, Fl, in 1946 where he was raised. In 1960 Steve graduated from Lee High School and joined the Airforce in 1962. He proudly served his country for 4 years before going to college. He graduated from the University of West Florida in 1969, and began his career as a stockbroker in Atlanta, Ga, where he met his wife, Ginger. They married on January 16, 1974, and moved to Tallahassee, Fl. In 1984, work led Steve back to Jacksonville. He would spend the next 19 years in business and raising his family. He loved serving at church, whether it was in the prison ministry, visiting the broken, or beginning a ministry for single parents at First Baptist Church, Jacksonville.

In 1993, Steve went into full time ministry where he began co-pastoring at Carpenters House Christian Fellowship. His heart was to see unity within the body of Christ, breaking down walls of religious division, so he founded Jacksonville Pastors and Christian Leaders Fellowship. His ministry brought hundreds of Christian pastors together. Steve then saw a need for pastoring in the workplace, ministering to business owners and their employees. In 2000 he and Ginger founded Kingdom Fellowship Inc which was a ministry to the marketplace in Jacksonville. He spent the next 22 years ministering in churches, businesses, and schools. Steve’s life passion was to see our city, nation and world turn back to The Lord. He loved The Lord, his country, his family, Israel and every soul he encountered. Steve and Ginger would light up the room and share Gods love everywhere they went.

Steve is survived by his children and grandchildren- Tripp Foster (Staci), Ali Stuman (Micah), Cal Foster; Kasey Foster Bittner (Adam), Sarah Bittner, Ansley Bittner; Ashley Hall Campbell, Kelsey Campbell Manley (David), Hayley Campbell, Ashlynn Campbell, Emily Campbell Daetwiler (Kyle); Mandy Hall Hidalgo (Clark), Bella Hidalgo,, Hannah Hidalgo, Gideon Hidalgo, Lila Hidalgo; Rachel Hall Kenny (Robert) Benjamin Samples (Gabi), Elizabeth Samples, Judah Samples, Sarah Samples, Brady Kenny, Lily Kenny.

He is preceded in death by his father Harry Gordon Hall, his mother Mary Evelyn Taylor, and his adored wife Virginia Harris Hall, who passed away just 6 months before him.

A Celebration of Life for Steve and Ginger will be held on January 16, 2023, 10:00 am at The Potters House International Ministries-5119 Normandy Blvd. Jax Fl 32205.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Haven Hospice 745 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, Fl 32065. They took great care of Steve and Ginger in their last years. Please visit his online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. 

Vesta Hammond (Udall) was called home by our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Vesta was born on December 8, 1942 in Jacksonville Florida to Gladys and Pete Hammond. She moved to Arizona in 1971 where she taught special education at the junior high and high school level for many years and eventually retired from Westwood High School in Mesa. Teaching and helping teenagers were her life’s passion and she will be remembered and loved by many. Vesta was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed teaching Sunday school for many years as well. She had a gift for making people, especially teenagers, feel accepted and loved unconditionally. Vesta is survived by her daughter, Adrien Udall and granddaughters, Katie and Alisa Udall, whom she adored. She is also survived by her son, Peter Udall, and two devoted men whom she called her sons, Steven Cave and Kevin Smith.
 

Hiram E. “Ed”  Hampton, Jr. of Titusville, FL passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 30, 2023. 

Born in Tallahassee, FL on August 6, 1942, he is the son of the late Hiram E., Jr. and Juanita (Bates) Hampton. 

He was a graduate of UCF and Stetson University with a master’s in psychology. He worked for many years at the Space Center ending his career as an engineer with Boeing Helicopters in Philadelphia. Upon retirement they returned to Titusville where he enjoyed flying and showing dogs.

Surviving Ed is his loving wife of 59 years, Carol (Zitzmann) Hampton, of Titusville, FL; his children Michael E. Hampton and his wife Cheryl of Titusville, FL, and Theresa Gentry and her husband Lyle of Wichita, KS; his grandchildren Jamie and Elizabeth. In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his sister Jean.

Myrtice Harris (Craig), 72, of Jacksonville, died peacefully at home in the early morning of Friday, September 26th, 2014. She was born in Durham, North Carolina in 1942 to Faye K. and Tyre Eugene Harris. She is survived by her husband of 20 years Robert C. Broward, her brother Tyre Harris, daughter Daphne Craig, son Mark Craig, and her 2 grand children Joshua Chapman and Cosmus Craig. Myrtice had a life long love for the city and its neighborhoods. She was the first paid Executive Director at Riverside Avondale Preservation in the late 1970's and was instrumental in laying the groundwork for what the organization has become. That led her to work promoting the city for the Prime Osborn Convention Center, the Downtown Development Authority, and later as a realtor and investor pioneering redevelopment in the Springeld neighborhood. Myrtice was a crusader for women's rights and an ardent supporter and patron of the arts. Her vibrant personality, twinkling eyes, and distinctive laugh were impossible to miss. What Myrtice treasured more than anything else was her family, dear friends (many lifelong) and the richness and love they brought to her life. Her absence will be felt by a great many. A memorial service will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Jacksonville on Saturday, October 18 at 2 PM followed by a reception at the church. Any of her friends who would like to share a brief remembrance are welcome to speak. At Myrtice's request, please don't wear black! In lieu of owers, consider a donation to womenscenterofjax.org. 
 

Philip W. “Buzz” Harrison was born January 3, 1942 and passed away on March 22, 1998 at age 56. A veteran of the Vietnam War, he served in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the Wesconnett Masonic Lodge #297. He is buried at Evergreen Cemetery in Jacksonville Florida.
 

Mrs. Lois Harrelson (Moody). God sent Lois into this world on May 16, 1942 and took her from this world on June 19, 2016. Survivors include her husband of 55 wonderful years Bennett Moody, a son, Keith Moody, a daughter, Karen Moody, a son-in-law, Kenny Davis, a sister, Erlene Manire and many other relatives. She was a blessing in all of our lives, never met a stranger and gave all from the heart. Lois was a great wife and mother to us all. Our hearts will be forever broken. Funeral services will be held, Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 1:00pm in the chapel of FRASER FUNERAL HOME, 8168 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL (904)781-4314 with Rev. Mike Patem officiating followed by interment in Riverside Memorial Park.

Linda Haselden (Bracken), 78, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, died December 6, 2020. It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of Linda Bracken announce her passing. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 60 years, Bob; son, Rob (Kim); daughter, Cinda (Dan); grandchildren, Trey, R.J. and Emily; and many other family members and friends. Linda was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Emily. Linda graduated Magna Cum Laude from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Education. She taught middle school language arts up until her children were born, and then became a stay-at-home mother. Linda was an exceptional wife and mother; her greatest love was her family. Above all else, she enjoyed being a part of their lives and spending time with them. 
 

Charline Hawkins (Janney), “Gee”, age 77, passed away peacefully July 20, 2020 due to pancreatic cancer. She was born October 28, 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida to Charles and Arline Hawkins. (Predeceased) She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Raymond Robert Janney, sons Raymond (Ted) Janney, his wife (Nichole) and their sons, Bryce and Zachary, of Jacksonville. Step Grandson, Capt. Travis C. Reid, his wife (1st LT Corie Capalbo) USAF, Brett H. Janney of Jacksonville and Trent A. Janney, his wife (Michele) and their daughter Fiona of Jacksonville, Her brothers James H. Hawkins his wife (Sandy) of Havana, FL and John M. Hawkins his wife (Yvonne) of Jacksonville. Charline and Raymond dated for two and a half years before their engagement on October 28, 1964. Following his discharge from USN in July 1965; they exchanged vows on August 14, 1965 in Faith Lutheran church of Jacksonville, Rev. Roland Hansen and Rev. Carl Richie officiated. They were active members of Faith until its closing in January 2016. Charline was an active member of the Jacksonville Civic Ballet Company from 1953 until 1961. Their first performance was with the Jacksonville Symphony orchestra and the Sadler’s Wells Theatre Ballet. Jacksonville Civic Ballet was first to have an extensive repertoire of classical and original ballets including: “Swan Lake” – “Paris Leave” – “Graduation Ball”. She played in Lee High School’s powder-puff football game. After graduating in 1960 she worked for The Prudential Insurance Company of Jacksonville until the birth of her first child Raymond T. in December 1966. Charline’s parents, grandparents and uncle were instrumental in the construction and growth of Faith Lutheran Church of Jacksonville. The church was built in 1956 and closed in 2016. She was the last charter member; her patronage to Faith and its members spanned sixty years. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, baking, and sewing. Her pastries, cookies and nut rolls were family favorites especially during the holidays. M & M cookies were always available for the grandchildren and adults too. Her passion was sewing; she made curtains and drapery for the home, skirts and outfits for herself and granddaughter. Charline’s quilting was admired by all; over several years she made Christmas quilts as gifts. She enjoyed genealogy; tracked the Hawkins family history back to the mid seventeen hundreds. Her sons, grandchildren and nephew were active in sports which she enjoyed also. Charline’s knowledge of baseball, basketball and football was extensive. She enjoyed trips to the local or out of town parks and gyms to support them. Most, if not all grandchildren have nick names for their grandparents. Charline’s was “Gee”; whenever the grandchildren would visit no matter what she was doing her focus was on them. All were treated the same. Charline wished to thank Doctors Kevin Hunger, Brian Deegan, and staff for their loving care.Her life was a living example of Ephesians 4:32 – “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you."
 

Captain Vaughn Austin “Butch” Hawkins, USN Fighter Pilot, was born August 8, 1942 in Douglas, Georgia and died April 21, 1985 in San Diego, California. He was the husband of Carolyn A. Hawkins, son of Austin and Vera Hawkins, and grandson of Henry and Dottie Grantham. He was the father of Mary C. Hawkins, John B. Hawkins, and James R. Hawkins. He was buried at the Grantham Cemetery in Coffee County, Georgia.

Jerald Clayton Hays, 80, passed away on July 24, 2022, in Dallas, TX. Jerald Hays was born on February 12, 1942 in Greenwood, MS, to Jerald Clayton Hays, Sr. and Mary Virginia McNeal Hays. Jerald graduated from Nathan B. Forest in 1960 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from UT Arlington in 1975. He started his career with Texas Instruments, where he worked for 24 years. He earned his CPA license as well. Jerald left T.I. for some road adventures. He was an OTR driver for 5 years traveling all over the United States, seeing all the sites. He often remarked about how beautiful the USA was, and particularly loved South Dakota. This job also allowed him the opportunity to travel to see his family in Florida. He later advanced to the position of dispatcher where he continued to learn about the truck industry. He left Stevens Transport to form his own company "Keep On Rolling" to help OTR drivers with their finances and taxes. He truly enjoyed this new aspect of his working life.

Jerald married Carol Christine Porter on August 17, 1963 in Steubenville, OH. The couple had 3 children, Dana, Katherine, and Clayton. Jerald was best known for his love of family and his dry yet wicked sense of humor. He enjoyed all sorts of puzzles. Jerry also loved a good road trip, and many family vacations were spent driving to Florida and West Virginia to visit family; or to places like the Grand Canyon, just because. Jerald also served in the Air Force from 1960 - 1968, where he was stationed in Goose Bay, Labrador; the Netherlands; and Clark AFB, Philippines.

Jerald is survived by Carol Hays - spouse, Dana (Scott) Fitzgerald, Katherine Hays, and Clayton (Joanna) Hays; and 7 grandchildren Grayum & Lincoln Fitzgerald; Riley & Adam Hill; Nicholas, Georgia Kate & Benjamin Hays; and his two fur babies Daisy and Sadie. Jerald also has 3 brothers, Ronald, James, and Raymond Hays, who reside in Florida. Jerald also had the best relationship with his Mother-in-law, Pauline Porter Bradley, and Sister-in-law, Linda Porter Cole. Jerald is preceded in death by Jerald C. Hays, Sr. - father, Mary Virginia Hays - mother.
 

Ruby Heemstra (Trippensee), age 56, died Thursday, April 15, 1999, at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. Mrs. Trippensee was a homemaker and mother. She was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL, moving to Gainesville in 1968. She is survived by her husband, Russell W. Trippensee; two daughters, Gay T. Yerman and Paige T. Markham, both of Gainesville; and three grandchildren, Jacob & Lane Markham, and Jessica Yerman. Funeral services will be Monday, April 19, 1999, at 2:00 PM in the MILAM FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 311 S. Main Street, Gainesville, FL.

Mary Hike (Bateh), surrounded by her loving family passed peacefully on January 4th, 2008, after a long and brave fight with her illness. Mary was born on August 21, 1942, and was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville. She was a dedicated employee of AT&T and CitiBank for 19 years. Her family was the center of her life. She was the beloved wife of Farid Bateh, cherished mother of Robert Bateh, Mark Bateh, Monica Ibera (Ralph) and Fred Bateh Jr. She was the adored daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hike, dear grandmother of Cameron, Sydney and Lucas Ibera, loving sister of Sandra Mericle (Gary) and Michael Hike Jr. (Vickie), beloved sisterinlaw of Farida Bateh, and dear niece of Virginia Hike and Naime Hazouri. Mary will also be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Her family and friends will never forget her warm smile, loving heart, and sharp intelligence. Trisagion will be held at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, January 6, 2008 at St. George's Antiochian Orthodox Church, 6300 Bowden Road. A visitation will be held from 5pm to 6pm. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 7, 2008 at St. George's Antiochian Orthodox Church with Reverend Fr. Kamal AlRahil will be the celebrant. Interment will be at Greenlawn Cemetery. Family request in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. George's Antiochian Orthodox Church. Arrangements by GREENLAWN FUNERAL HOME, 4300 Beach Boulevard.

Herbert Woodrow “Woody” Hoffman died on September 13, 2019.

Doris Annella Hubbard (Tweedie), 63, passed away Easter Sunday, April 16, 2006. She was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville and a member of the Friendship Class at First United Methodist Church. She attended Lee High School. Her biggest joy was spending time with family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling and attending sporting events. She was full of life and could light up a room with her warmth and compassion for others. Doris was predeceased by her parents, Gordon T. and Annella Hubbard, and one brother, Gordon Hubbard, Jr.  She is survived by her three beautiful children, Archie, Thomas, and Doris; one grandson, Jonathan, and close family friend, Richard; as well as many other loving family members and friends. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, April 20, 2006 at 7pm at the Hardage Giddens Funeral Home, 729 S. Edgewood Ave.
 

Paulette Bette Isaac (Shatto), age 65, passed away January 6, 2008 following a lengthy illness. Paulette was a native of Jacksonville and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960. Her life was full of service to her community, touching the lives of many children as a teacher's aide, school crossing guard, and through other volunteer work. Paulette was a member of Westside Family Worship Center. She is survived by her husband of 44 years John Shatto, son: Johnathan Shatto, daughter: Charlene Gross (Brian) 2 sisters: Charlotte Crews and Penny Franks and 2 grandchildren: Ryan and Tate Roediger. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Thursday in the chapel of HOLLY HILL FUNERAL HOME, 3601 Old Jennings Rd. Middleburg, with Pastor Jimmy Wilder officiating. The family requests those desiring to make memorial contributions, to Haven Hospice in the memory of Paulette Shatto.
 

George Jinks passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, in Jacksonville, FL.

George Marshall Johnson, 63, Jacksonville, died Feb. 9, 2005 at the VA Medical Center in Gainesville. Was a native of Ocala and lived in Jacksonville most of his lifetime. Retired from the commercial trucking industry and served in the U.S. Air Force. Member of the Moose Lodge in Yulee and the VFW and American Legion in Jacksonville. He had a love for the water and was an avid fisherman. He is survived by his mother Ernestine Thomas Johnson of Jacksonville, daughters Virginia Ann Briody of Sandy Hook, CT & Jennifer Johnson Blair of Montana, Orlando, son George M. Johnson, Jr. of Westfield, MA, sister Karen Johnson of Orlando, brothers William Ward Johnson, Jr. of Germantown, TN & James Thomas Johnson of Ft. White and 7 grandchildren. Memorial graveside services will be at 2 PM on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2005 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ocala, FL. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
 

It is with profound sadness that we announce that Robert O. (Bobby) Johnson passed away peacefully on July 13, 2020.  He was born to Roy and Bertha Johnson on May 15, 1942.  Bobby lived his entire life in Jacksonville, FL, was an Eagle Scout and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960. He attended and played football at University of Florida and graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Accounting but remained a lifelong Gator.  He worked for many years for the Wolfson Family and then went on to open Johnson & Company, CPAs in 1974. His son, Rob carries on the family business now.  He was an active member of Church of Our Savior and then Christ Episcopal Church in his later years. 

Bobby and wife Patsy loved to travel and were fortunate to travel to all seven continents and sailed every ocean and most of the seas.  Bobby will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend.  He is survived by his wife, Patsy Johnson, children Susan (Mark) Messer, Beth Vincent, and Rob (Ashley) Johnson, and his brother Larry Johnson.  He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren: Katie, Chris, Georgia, Emily, Meg, Myles, Land, and Libby. Due to current circumstances, no public memorial service will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice & Palliative Care, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 or give online at https://www.communityhospice.com/give/. 
 

Charles Ronald Jones (Ronnie) passed away on February 7, 2019. 

JoAnn Jordan Forehand, 77, of Tallahassee, Florida, was welcomed into Heaven by her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 22, 2020.

The only child of Robert and Josephine McCaulie Jordan, she was born in Jacksonville, Florida on December 25, 1942. She retired from the State of Florida, was a faithful and active member at Christian Life Fellowship, and was very family and church oriented.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Cary C. Forehand; children, Jon Forehand (wife, Christine), Jason Forehand (wife, Amy), and Paula Forehand; grandchildren, Chason Forehand (wife, Daphne), David Forehand, Jordan Forehand, Caleb Forehand (wife, Bonnie), Ashleigh Forehand, and Hannah Forehand.
 

Robert L. Lambing, Sr. "Bob" passed away Thursday, June 14, 2018 in Orange Park, Fl after a brave battle with cancer.  Bob was born on September 10, 1941 in Canonsburg, PA to Charles and Aileen Lambing. He graduated from Lee High School. He was active in the Jacksonville Jaycee’s, a 32^nd Degree Mason with the  Shrine, long term volunteer at the Player’s Championship and member of Calvary United Methodist Church. (continued below)

He is survived by his loving family and will forever be remembered by his Wife of 39 years Lorie Lambing, Children: Daughter - Laurie Ballowe, Son -Robert L. Lambing Jr (Mary), Son – Torrance J. Lambing (Robin), Daughter – Lynn Lloyd, Daughter – Donna Hensley, Son – Michael Lloyd (Jackie).  Grandchildren: Evan Wilkes, Benjamin Ballowe (Ashley), Amanda Dawson (Chad), Katherine Radford (Channing). Great Granddaughter: Myla Dawson.

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our larger than life husband, father, brother and grandfather, Ron "Lucas" LaPann.  Born in Jacksonville, FL in 1942, Ron graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, where he was a top athlete in multiple sports, he went on to college at Jacksonville University. He transferred to, and graduated from, Shorter College where he will be remembered as a legend in Rome, GA as a dynamic basketball star and ever popular radio personality introducing hundreds of country music artists year after year with WLAQ. He once held the record for most consecutive days on the air without a break at WLAQ for 9 days. After graduating he was so proud to have taught 6th grade math and science at Coosa in Rome. His incredible personality as a dj and loyal following led to a successful role as tax commissioner which he held with great pride in Floyd County. (continued below)

Many of us will always remember his booming, beautiful voice on local radio as "Ron Lucas" here in Gwinnett County at WPLO, WLAW and Oldies Lake 102, as the voice of Lake Lanier. Thousands of live broadcasts, remotes, sales in advertising and morning radio was part of who he was and we will never forget. He took pride in helping many friends into broadcasting over the years. After he left radio he had a successful career in sales with ValPak of Atlanta and owned a franchise with Money Mailer.  We will always remember Ron as a big guy with big sense of humor - always ready to tell a joke and good story. May our big guy now rest in the arms of the Big Guy upstairs. Ron is survived by his beloved, devoted wife of 38 years, Gail LaPann; daughter, Summer Hanchey (Justin); son Ronnie LaPann (Cristy); grandchildren, Emmalea Ange, Kendall LaPann, Daniel LaPann, Madison Hanchey and Noah Hanchey; Sister, Linda Rhue of St. Augustine, FL; Mother-n-law, Betty Sloan of Rome, GA; nieces Krissy Henley (Chad) and Jenna Reeder (Dennis); nephews Terry Rhue, Kiley Smith, Kevin Bing and Greg Sloan.  A memorial service honoring the life of Ronald will be held on Friday, August 3, 2018.
 

Joseph E. (Buddy) Larage, age 64, a native and life long resident of Jacksonville, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2006. Buddy graduated from Robert E. Lee High School where he was a member of the band and he served many years as a laboratory technician in the medical profession. Buddy is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Beday J. (Bea) Larage, who Buddy took care of faithfully until her passing away in 1998, and his father, Arthur Larage. He is survived by his aunts, Jeanette Mack, Florence Belloit, and Margaret Joseph and his uncle, Rogers Joseph, along with a host of cousins. Funeral Service and interment will be held Wednesday, July 26th at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, 4535 N. Main Street. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: The Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, 360 Furman Street, Brooklyn, New York 11201. Arrangements by GREENLAWN FUNERAL HOME, 4300 Beach Boulevard.
 

Earl was born November 30, 1942, in Phoenix City, AL and passed away in Altamonte Springs, FL on Monday, July 3, 2023.

Earl attended and graduated from Lee High School in Jacksonville, FL. He held one doctorate and two PhDs. He was a retired pastor of 45 years. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family. His main passion was bringing souls to Christ.

He is survived by his two children (Susan Elaine Lawson and Stephen Earl Lawson), one grandchild (Timothy Braden Lawson), and one sister (Gayle Lawson Tritt).

Raymond E. Leathers, age 60, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2003 at a local hospital. He was born in Jacksonville and lived here all of his life. He is survived by his father, 2 daughters, 1 son, 2 grandchildren and 3 brothers. Funeral services will be held 3 PM Thursday, July 17, 2003 in the chapel of TOWN & COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME, 7242 Normandy Blvd.
 

Beth Ann LeGate Pickels, 81, passed away on June 25, 2024, in Community Hospice at Baptist Medical Center South, after a brief battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family. Beth Ann was born on October 9, 1942, in Jacksonville, FL to Frank Milton and Lucille Elizabeth Robinson LeGate. She grew up in Riverside and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960. She continued her studies at Florida State University where she received a Bachelor of Arts and Science in 1964. While at FSU, Beth Ann was a loyal sister, member, Scholarship Chairman, and Vice President of Pi Beta Phi Sorority. She was also quite active as managing editor, academics editor, and co-editor of the Tally-Ho yearbook. After completing her studies at FSU, she completed post graduate studies in Medical Technology at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA. There she met Mike, an engineering student at the Georgia Institute of Technology. 

Beth Ann and Mike married on June 25, 1966, at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Jacksonville, FL. She then worked at the Yerkes Primate Center and a doctor’s office while Mike got his degree and embarked on a career with IBM. They settled in the Marietta, GA area and raised an amazing family.

Beth Ann devoted herself to raising her children: a son, Michael Kendall, and three beautiful daughters, Pamela Elaine, Ansley Pace, and Penny Elizabeth. She actively participated in the PTA, led Brownie troops, and tirelessly chauffeured her daughters to piano lessons, dance classes, softball, gymnastics, cheerleading and tennis practices, ensuring she never missed a game, performance, or recital.

Once the kids got well into school, Beth Ann returned to her career as a medical technologist and lab supervisor at SmithKline Beecham. She retired shortly before becoming a grandmother, lovingly called "Gram" by her grandkids. Beth Ann wholeheartedly embraced her role as a grandmother and held her grandchildren dear to her heart. She took joy in playing games, solving puzzles, attending their activities, and sharing special moments like fishing trips with them. Beth Ann often proudly shared photos of her grandchildren and their achievements with her friends.

Beth Ann was a beloved figure known for her warmth and kindness. She greeted new neighbors, parishioners, and friends with a welcoming smile, often accompanied by a homemade baked good or her famous pineapple cheeseball. Active in her community, she contributed to the Garden Club of Green Cove Springs, supported the Friends of the Green Cove Springs Library, and volunteered at the Senior Center of Clay County. Beth Ann found joy in serving as an election poll worker in Clay County, where she delighted in meeting her neighbors.

Her love for meeting new people was matched only by her devotion to maintaining friendships. Beth Ann remained an integral part of organizing high school reunions, and in March 2024, she greeted her classmates with nametags to celebrate 64 years since graduation. Over the years, she also treasured reunions and gatherings with many of her sorority sisters, cherishing the friendships and bonds of sisterhood they shared.

Beth Ann had a passion to serve the Lord. She was always active in her church community, whether it was as a Greeter, Eucharistic Minister, or Flower Guild member. Beth Ann was deeply devoted to The Order of the Daughters of the King (DOK). She not only served as a member of DOK in various churches but also played a pivotal role in founding chapters at several locations, including Christ the King in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, St. Agatha Episcopal Church in DeFuniak Springs, FL, and St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Green Cove Springs, FL.

Beth Ann was predeceased by her parents, Frank M. LeGate, Jr. and Lucille Elizabeth Robinson, older brothers, Frank Milton LeGate III and Richard Edward LeGate, and son- Michael Kendall Pickels (1969-1972). She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Mike and her three daughters, Pamela York (Jonathan) of Acworth, GA, Pace Tilley (Chris) of Atlanta, GA, and Penny Harkey (Scott) of Jacksonville, FL, and grandchildren Nathan York, Noah York, Harrison York, Gavin Tilley, Grace Tilley, and Tyler Harkey, as well as numerous nephews and nieces.

The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support from dear friends and family during this difficult time. We extend our appreciation to Beth Ann's childhood friends, high school classmates, Pi Beta Phi sorority sisters, and cherished church communities including St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church in Marietta, GA, Christ the King Church in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church at Hibernia in Fleming Island, FL, and St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Green Cove Springs, FL. We are thankful to the Garden Club of Green Cove Springs and the Friends of the Green Cove Springs Library for your compassion and thoughtfulness during this time. We are also grateful for the kindness of neighbors and friends from Somerset in Marietta, GA, Williams Park in Green Cove Springs, and Stillwater in St. Johns, FL.

Special thanks to Rev. Mtr. Sarah Minton, Rector, whose visits brought comfort to Beth in the hospital and continued support for Mike and the family. We are also grateful for Rev. Mtr. Celeste Tisdale for visiting and assisting Mtr. Sarah with the Last Rites. We deeply appreciate the dedication of the doctors, nurses, and medical staff at Baptist Medical Center South, as well as the compassionate care provided by the nurses and team at Community Hospice. Your kindness and support have meant the world to us during this time of loss.

A memorial service will be held at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Green Cove Springs on Saturday, July 13, at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Beth Ann’s name may be made to the Memorial Fund at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. For additional information on donating to the St. Mary’s Memorial Fund, please visit: https://onrealm.org/StMarysEpiscopalGCS/-/form/give/now.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church is a beautiful, quaint church located on the St. John’s River, but it has limited seating available. Overflow seating will be available in the parish hall where the service will be live streamed. For those with difficulties traveling, live streaming will be available. Please visit the St. Mary’s website at https://www.smgcs.church/ for additional information and access to the streaming site. 

Thomas O. Leggett passed into the presence of our Lord on Sunday, February 11 after a long illness. Tom was born on July 12, 1941 in Live Oak, FL. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Doris Marie Clemons Leggett and Lawrence Othelga Leggett; and sisters, Edna Leggett Lezzer, Martha Marie Leggett Riebel and Betty Lou Leggett Drew. Mr. Leggett has many nieces, nephews, cousins, fellow workers and friends who love and will miss him.  Tom had a career of over 33 years with the FL Department of Labor as a regional manager. Many will remember Tom as a lover of the outdoors, bird watching, and the indoors sports of bowling and pool.  A memorial service to honor Tom will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, February 19, 2018 at Hardage-Giddens, Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home.
 

Phillip Leonard, age 76, of Wesley Chapel, passed away January 5, 2019. He was born November 2, 1942 in Newark, NJ. He lived in Jacksonville for a time thereafter, which is where he met the love of his life, Beverly Leonard. They were married in 1963 and moved to the area in 1965. Phillip was a masonry builder and built the house they would raise their son, Scott, and where Beverly still resides today with his own two hands. Phillip enjoyed watching sports, especially when it was Scott playing. He was always involved in whatever his son was interested in at the time. He was a true family man. He also used to do a lot of woodworking and tinkering in the garage when he was younger. Phillip loved to fish, despite his tendency to get seasick. He was a man who will be dearly missed by those who knew him. Phillip is survived by his dear wife of 55 years, Beverly; his son, Scott and daughter-in-law, Jayne; his grandchild, Paxton; and his brothers, Bill and John.

Mary Patricia Light died 2017 in Tallahassee, Florida.    

Saundra Ann Lloyd (Cason) died on December 7, 1995 in Jacksonville, Florida and was buried at Jacksonville Memorial Gardens in Orange Park, Florida.  She was born December 26, 1942 in Waycross, Georgia. She married Stuart Jon Cason in 1962.  

Mary Elizabeth "MaryBeth" Locke (Cowden), went home to be with her Lord on February 17, 2013. She was surrounded by her family and friends, the caring staff of the Florida Lutheran Retirement Center, and Hospice. MaryBeth passed away at the age of 70 due to complications from Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, which is a rare and progressively debilitating form of Multiple Sclerosis. MaryBeth was born July 17, 1942 to Joseph and Marie Locke, in Boynton Beach, Florida. She grew up in Jacksonville, Florida, graduating from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960. MaryBeth taught herself to play the piano. She both sang in and conducted many church choirs. She excelled in school, always receiving top academic honors. She was very proud to have earned the First-Class Award in Girl Scouts. MaryBeth continued her academic career at Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. She graduated in 1964 with a degree in Education. While at Stetson she completed a significant research project that was adopted as a new model for teaching math to students. In addition, she organized the government periodicals in the Dupont Ball Library. After graduation, she began teaching at DeLand Junior High School. While teaching, she earned both her Master's and Specialist's degrees in Education from Stetson University. She met her husband Darryl during their freshman years at Stetson. They were married on graduation weekend and made DeLand their home. MaryBeth felt that teaching children was her calling in life and that God had provided her the talents to nurture students and to share with them her love for learning - and especially for reading. She retired after 35 years of teaching at many schools, including Southwestern 7th Grade Center, Galaxy Middle, Long-Lake Helen Elementary and Volusia Pines Elementary. While at Long-Lake Helen Elementary she assisted with the building of three elementary school libraries in southwest Volusia. She touched the lives of many students, as well as those of faculty and staff. She was the quintessential "teacher's teacher." MaryBeth was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by Darryl, her husband of 48 years, her daughter, Dona (Cowden DeMarsh) Butler (Paul), and two grandsons, Duncan DeMarsh, and PFC David Butler, USMC. In addition, she leaves her brother, Joe Locke (Eleanor), sister Lucinda Hale (Dan), brother-in-law Lt. Col., Ret., Dennis Cowden (Linda), her aunt Beverly Cowden (Roger, deceased), and many nieces and nephews. Among her greatest gifts to her family was the love of reading, that she shared first with her daughter, and then with her grandson, Duncan. MaryBeth was an active volunteer for her entire life. She enjoyed sharing her love of service to others with her family. She was a Girl Scout leader and an Altar Guild Member. She served on the Board of Directors for the Children's Home Society, was the volunteer Executive Secretary of the DeLand YMCA, and served on the Educational Committee of the DeLand Chamber of Commerce. MaryBeth was a member of Phi Delta Kappa, a fraternity for outstanding educators and a member of Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority and enjoyed warm social friendships with her fellow teachers, both active and retired. MaryBeth had a deep and abiding faith in God. This faith guided her every step and action. All those that knew her, felt her sweet kindness, generosity, love and grace. She had a beautiful smile that warmed everyone who saw it. Until the day she passed away, she was actively inquiring about and helping others. It was truly God's purpose for her life. To continue her legacy of teaching others, MaryBeth made arrangements for her body to be donated to the University of Central Florida Medical School.
 

Camille Long (McDougald), age 76, of Jefferson, formerly of Duluth, entered into rest on January 18, 2019 after a hard fought battle against pancreatic cancer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at Bill Head Funeral Home, Duluth Chapel. Ms. McDougald was born in Jacksonville, FL and was a retired administrative assistant. She was an active member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority where she had many dear friends who she shared time serving in various community projects. She loved to travel and spend time with friends and family, especially her five grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her mother, Edith Lipps, father, Harry Long, and brothers, Ralph Lipps and Mark Long. She is survived by her daughter, April McDougald Howard (Scot) of Jefferson; son, Scott McDougald (Dawn) of Athens; grandchildren, Sydney McDougald, Summer McDougald, Sawyer McDougald, Katelyn Howard and Michael Howard; sisters, Karen Eastman of Houston, TX and Kathy Long of Jacksonville, FL; many dear friends. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Bridgeway Hospice in lieu of flowers.

Alice Lowe "Lissa" (Edney), 68, passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010.  She was born August 2, 1941 in Jacksonville, FL and resided in Orange Park, FL for the last 37 years.  Lissa attended Robert E. Lee High School, graduating in 1960.  She also attended Jacksonville University and was a Dean's List student.  She was a member of the Jacksonville Word of Faith Church.  

Lissa is survived by her husband of 43 years, Muir J. "Tim" Edney, Jr.; two sons, James L. "Chip" Edney and Muir J. "Jennings" Edney III;  Kathleen C. "Kathy" Brennan; plus seven grandchildren.  A memorial service will be held Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 10:00 am at Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, Orange Park, FL with Pastor Simone Fouraker officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Jacksonville Word of Faith Church Building Fund would be appreciated.
 

George Elliott Lunsford was born on December 2, 1941, in Jacksonville, Florida. He died on February 11, 1977, in his hometown at the age of 35, and was buried in Jones Cemetery, Callahan, Florida.

Thomas Mountain Lybass, 71, of Bradenton, Florida passed away July 23, 2013 at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton. Mr. Lybass was born July 18, 1942 to James Harmon Lybass and Ruby Goethe Lybass of Jacksonville, Florida. He was a graduate of Robert E Lee High School, Washington and Lee University, the London School of Economics and Lincoln's Inn College of Law in London, England. He also studied at the University of Vienna in Austria and the University of Florence in Italy. While in high school, he was a member of the National Honor Society and attained the rank of Eagle Scout with Gold Palms. While at Washington and Lee he was selected to appear on the national television show The College Bowl. Mr. Lybass was a barrister for many years in London. He was an avid reader, world traveler and collector of fine arts and antiques. Mr. Lybass was predeceased by his parents, James and Ruby Lybass, uncles, J.T. Goethe and E.E. Goethe of Dunnellon, Florida ,nephew Edwin G. Lybass of Delray Beach, Florida and niece Carolyn Lybass of North Palm Beach Florida. He is survived by his sister Oregon E. Lybass of Jacksonville and Waynesville, North Carolina and brothers, James H. Lybass (Joh-Nana) of Dunnellon, Florida and Waynesville, North Carolina and Tillinghast G. Lybass, MD ( Kathleen) of North Palm Beach, Florida. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. The Reverend Doctor Jiles E. Kirkland will officiate at a funeral service to be held on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 11: 00 AM in the chapel at Oaklawn Cemetery at 4801 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida. Burial in the cemetery will immediately follow the service. Memorial donations may be made to Riverside Park United Methodist Church, Jacksonville, Florida.
 

Rache Nelson Lyle, Jr., 72, of Jacksonville, FL passed away Saturday, February 9, 2013.

Conrad Brickwedel Mahaffy, Jr. died on August 8, 1988 in Jacksonville, Florida at age 46. He was buried in Evergreen Cemetery.

Douglas E. Manning, age 66 of Conyers, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008. He is survived by sons, Brannon & Michele Manning and Eric & Ann Manning, both of GA; daughter, Robin & William Juhan, GA; brothers, Dwight Manning, Dennis Manning, both of FL, Donald Manning of CA.; Aunts and Uncles, Ski & Hazel Karsky, Aunt Edith Addington, Aunt Melba Williamson, Uncle Floyd & Aunt Beulah Carter, all of FL; granddaughters, Kiera Manning and Jaqualyn Manning, both of GA; grandsons, Chris Manning, Kyle Manning, Cameron Manning, Sean Chaffin, Joeseph Manning, E.J. Manning, Zachary Juhan, Kenny Juhan, all of GA and Ray Juhan of FL. Mr. Manning was a loving and caring father who served in the United States Air Force for 12 years and later served 17 years as a computer operator for the GBI. 
 

Neil L. Marcott, 67, passed away September 1, 2009. He retired from Prudential Insurance after 34 years and was a faithful member of North Jacksonville Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Glenda Marcott; daughter, Kim Silbernagel-Steele; son, Mark L. Marcott; seven grandchildren and his sister, Karen Cayo. Services will be held at 11:00a.m., Saturday, September 5, 2009 at North Jacksonville Baptist Church, 8531 N. Main Street. The family will greet friends on Friday evening from 6-8:00p.m. at Arlington Park Funeral Home.

John Edwin “Johnny” Martinez died on April 30, 1990 in Alachua, Florida at age 47.

Richard Sanders Martin, 67, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, October 16, 2008. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. Richard is survived ... (published in the Florida Times-Union on 10/19/2008 - full obituary not available)
 

Kingsley Archibald McCallum, Jr. 81, of Fairhope, AL died peacefully in his home on March 8th, 2024. 

Kingsley McCallum was a creative force in the earliest days of the petroleum industry’s evolution to better serve the needs of an expanding fleet fuel network. He was a pioneer in the Fleet Card industry, founding Fuelman in 1984 and serving for many years as President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board as the business grew into a nationwide enterprise. The success of Fuelman helped lay the foundation for a host of financial and analytical services previously undiscovered. 

In the early 2000’s he founded Automated Fuel Technologies in West Palm Beach, FL, and since 2012 he worked with the Cadence Petroleum Group (formerly Davison Fuels). From David Padgett, SVP - Fuels & Fleet Cards, “Kingsley helped Davison launch our Fuel Master Fleet Card (now CPG Fleet Card) in 2012…He was mine, and many others, mentor in the industry, and he will be greatly missed.” 

Away from his professional life, Kingsley loved restoring sports cars, refinishing boats, and taking on mechanical challenges entirely for the pleasure of learning something new. He enjoyed offshore sport fishing with his sons, spending days afield in the duck marshes of Louisiana, and was an active member of the Rex Society in the Carnival circle of New Orleans. 

He had the opportunity to travel much of the world as part of his career, but also enjoyed moments of spontaneous adventure. He once flew himself and his wife on a whirlwind trip to Brazil simply because he had always loved the song, “The Girl from Ipanema”, and wanted to see the famous beach with his own eyes. He sought joy in life, and everything he did. 

He will always be remembered as a man who embraced the concepts of challenge, risk, and creativity as elements of a successful life, and he leaves behind a legacy of accomplishment and life-long friendships. 

He was born in Jacksonville, FL 1942 to Kingsley Archibald McCallum and Mary Clide McCallum. He graduated from Wofford College, then joined the U.S. Marines before embarking into the corporate world. 

Kingsley was preceded in death by his father, Kingsley McCallum, mother, Mary Clide McCallum, and granddaughter, Julia McCallum. He was survived by wife, Donna McCallum, son, Kingsley McCallum, III, son, Ryan McCallum, granddaughter, Laura McCallum, granddaughter, Mia McCallum, and grandson, Jocob McCallum. 

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in the name of his granddaughter Juila McCallum would be greatly appreciated.

Patricia Jean "Patsy" McCarty died unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at her home in Louisville, Kentucky. Born July 13, 1943, in Jacksonville, Florida, Patsy graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville and was a National Merit Scholar, attending both the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in History. She remained in Gainesville following graduation, where she raised her family and was employed for many years by the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Florida College of Medicine, becoming the first editorial assistant in the Research/Editorial Division of the Department in 1973. She spent her career editing the many books and articles generated from the teaching and research by the physicians and staff at the Department and became the manager of the editorial department before her retirement. In 1994, Patsy became a board certified Editor in the Life Sciences (ELS).  Her parents, James H. McCarty, Sr. and Helen Prewitt McCarty preceded her in death as did her sister, Kathy [Kathleen McCarty Marsh] after a multi-year battle with cancer.  She leaves behind her two children, Amy Cardwell [Holly Harrington] of Hope Valley, Rhode Island and Adam Cardwell [Amanda Clark] and her beloved grandchildren Alexandra and Aidan Cardwell in Louisville, Kentucky. In addition, she is survived by and will be missed by her sister Judith McCarty [Jeanne McQuillan] of Atlanta, Georgia, her brother, James H. (Mac) McCarty, Jr. [Teresa], of Gainesville, Florida, former brother-in-law, Larry D. Marsh [Nancy Case] of Phoenix, Arizona, and her nieces and nephews, Kayla McCarty and Danielle Klum of Gainesville, Florida, Justin Klum of Orlando, Florida, Paul Stewart of Durango, Colorado, and Daniel Marsh of Phoenix, Arizona. Patsy loved and will be missed by her maternal aunts in Jacksonville, Florida, Julia Mitchell [John] and Jeanette 'Net' [Russell] Trapp. She is also mourned by her many cousins.  Patsy and her sister, Kathy, collaborated for years on assembling the family's history, frequently traveling throughout the United States to visit cemeteries, churches, libraries, and governmental offices searching for records. Patsy and Kathy really enjoyed this extensive project and traveling with each other to gather more information about the family's ancestors.  Patsy was active in native Florida plants, wildflowers and book clubs. She enjoyed keying out wildflowers for identification, photographing wildflowers, and editing the monthly newsletter for the Florida Native Plant Society. She was involved in botanizing walks and bird watching through Morningside Nature Center in Gainesville. A Past President and Board Member of Friends of Morningside (now known as Friends of Nature Parks), she worked for many years on activities to support Morningside, including contributions of articles and editorial assistance to the Quarterly Publication of the Friends of Morningside. Patsy also loved animals and seemed to always have furry friends in her family to share her life.  She was active in the Unitarian Universalist Church in Gainesville where she sang in the choir and was a member of the Womens' Studies Book Group.  Because the family is scattered in so many states, the decision was made to forego a formal memorial service. In lieu of cards the family requests a donation in her name to any organization that cares about Florida's flora and fauna.
 

Marie Annette McClung (Mathewson) was born on March 26, 1942 and passed away on January 14, 2021.

James Thomas "Tom" McCulley, Jr., age 74, of Lawrenceville, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 19, 2016 in the Lawrenceville Chapel of Tim Stewart Funeral Home. Deacon Terry Millinger will officiate. Interment will follow at Honey Creek Woodlands Cemetery in Conyers at 4:00 PM. Tom loved his family and always put them first. He was very computer savvy. Mr. McCulley was an active member of the Knights of Columbus and was a Fourth Degree Knight. Tom is survived by his wife Linda of 48 years. Children: Michael T. McCulley, Lawrenceville; Michelle & Howard Cochran of Lexington, KY; Grandchildren: Joshua, Christy and Charles Cochran.
 

Malcolm McDougall, Jr. was born January 30, 1943 and died May 9, 1964 at the age of 21. He was a student at Georgia Tech.  He is buried in Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Orange Park, FL.

Hugh Robert McKain, age 77 of Fernandina Beach, Florida passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020 Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. He leaves behind his wife, Shirley Jean McKain; children, Patrick McKain, Missy (Dale) Lisenby, Donna (Chris) Hutcheson and Joyce Isabell; sister, Beverly Mull; grandchildren, Logan McKain, Trevor McKain, Hannah (Shane) Culbreth, Jameson (Emily) King, Taylor Evans, Madeson Evans; great-grandchildren, Jace and Jamesley Culbreth , numerous nieces and nephews and friend and co-worker, Bob Mowbray. Services will be at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Home in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

On August 3, 2018 Arlene Jean McKone (Helmey) went home to be with the Lord. She's now rejoicing with her one true love Gene, her parents, her sisters, her nephew, and many friends. Born in Dover, NH August 17, 1942. Her family moved to Jacksonville in 1954. She attended Robert E. Lee High School, and Jacksonville University. From Switzerland, FL to Vero Beach, FL and Jacksonville, FL, she left an indelible mark on everyone she met. Throughout her 75 years, "Mama Jean" was a second mom to the kids she drove on her school bus for St. Johns County Schools, Vero Beach and Los Angeles Dodger players, high school friends of her children and countless preschool children in the VPK program at Indian River County Schools. She loved life and lived her life with a passion. She loved her friends as if they were her family. She was always there with whatever anyone needed, whether it was a shoulder to cry on, a listening ear, a heartfelt prayer, a laugh, or a celebratory toast with her Southern Comfort on the rocks. Her beloved children, Michelle Dryden (John), Julee McLeod, Dana Falana (Jennifer), Robb Falana (Allison) Kimberly Helmey Aaron (Rick), Tim Helmey (Cindy), grandchildren Kenneth, David Wayne, Alec, Kyle, Noah, Mattie, great grandchildren Kenna, Levi, are mourning the loss of their best friend and most trusted confidant, we know she is celebrating and guiding us from above.
 

Thomas Earl McLaughlin was born March 8, 1942 and died March 1, 1988 at age 45. He was buried at Riverside Memorial Park in Jacksonville, Florida.

Franklin W. McMahan passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024, in St. Augustine, Florida. Mac was an Air Force veteran serving 26 years. He taught World History at St. Augustine High School for 10 years. After retirement, he enjoyed travelling with his wife of 47 years, Elisabeth. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant. 

Donald Ray Meadows, 82, passed away on November 15, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL. Born on April 24, 1942, Don was a man deeply committed to his faith, embodying the virtues of a faithful servant of Jesus Christ throughout his life.

Don was known for his integrity and quiet strength, a steadfast presence in the lives of his loved ones. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he approached all aspects of his life with unwavering dedication and a gentle demeanor. Those who knew him could always rely on Don, whether the task was large or small.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Vietnam Veteran for four years, demonstrating his commitment and courage. Following his military service, Don pursued a career as a Senior Environmental Scientist, dedicating himself to the stewardship of the natural environment.

Don was an active member of First Baptist Church from 2011 until his passing and had also been involved with Westside Baptist and Hillcrest Baptist throughout his life. His faith was a cornerstone of his existence, guiding him in his daily actions and decisions.

An avid outdoorsman, Don enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and landscaping. These hobbies were a reflection of his love for nature and his dedication to preserving and enhancing the beauty of the natural world around him.

Don is survived by his spouse of 61 years, Jeannette Meadows; his son, Donnie Meadows (Amy); his daughter, Lonna Dotherow (Chris); his son, Richard Meadows (Morgan); eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Jarrell T Meadows; his mother, Lillie Mae Meadows; and his sister, Carolyn Fish.

William Richard Merwin was born January 23, 1943 and died on March 21, 2005 at age 62.

Barbara Ann Monson was born on January 3, 1942 and died on July 30, 2000 at age 58 in Longwood, Florida.

Mrs. Joy Wylene Montgomery Shank, 78 of Keystone Heights, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Community Hospice Bailey Center in St. Augustine. She was born January 10, 1943, in Jacksonville to the late Willey and Ollie (Williamson) Montgomery. Mrs. Shank was a conference manager for many years and retired from Ponte Vedra Inn. She then moved to Keystone Heights where she joined the Keystone United Methodist Church and volunteered countless hours helping in the thrift store and with their fashion shows. Mrs. Shank leaves behind her loving and devoted husband of 58 years Cliff Shank, Jr. and their three children, Lori Shank (Trish) of Mosely, Virginia, Carl A. Shank (Julie) of Ponte Vedra, and Wendy Shank of Keystone Heights. Also left behind are her three precious grandchildren, Chad Shank, Jacob Shank, and Emilee Shank. There are no scheduled services at this time. If you would like to celebrate Joy’s life the family has posted a video tribute online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHGpLtDEwpA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
 

Ona Lee Mustonen - 6/21/2023.

Eunice Neal (Gavette), 57, passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 10, 2000 in the Bahamas. Mrs. Gavette was born in Danville, Illinois, moved to Jacksonville at an early age where she attended local schools and graduated from Robert E. Lee. She has resided in Jacksonville since 1993. Mrs. Gavette was a Secretary for the Internal Revenue Service and attended the Trinity Lutheran Church. She is survived by her mother, Frances Neal; two sons, Kevin Gavette of Jacksonville and Randy Gavette of Las Vegas; one brother, Doran Neal of Jacksonville; two grandchildren, Jessica and Jeremy. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Saturday in the chapel of Hardage- Giddens Funeral Home, 5753 Blanding Blvd. with the Pastor Richard Scherch officiating. Interment will follow at Jacksonville Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the chapel Friday evening from 5-7PM. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Trinity Lutheran Church, 1415 So. McDuff Ave. Arrangements made in the care of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 5753 Blanding Blvd.
 

Joyce Ann NesSmith (Kronmiller), 78, passed away peacefully at her home in Crestview, FL on Saturday 9/19/2020, and was carried to her heavenly home safely in the arms of Jesus. She was born 8/13/1942 to Archie and Annie Pearl NesSmith in High Springs, FL.  She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, and she resided her entire life in Florida.  She was married to James Kronmiller on 5/25/1963, and they were married for 57 years.  She was proud of her children and grandchildren, and she loved and devoted herself to her family, her church family and her Lord. (continued below)
 

Joyce lived a full life, enjoyed travel and cruises, and will be dearly missed by many. She is survived by husband James Kronmiller, son Kevin Kronmiller and his wife Brenda, daughter Konnie Hibbing and her husband Doug; grandchildren Kelsey Hundley M.D. and fiancé Eric Ross, Danielle (Kronmiller) Fortner and husband Coltin, and Ryan Hunter Kronmiller; sisters Janice Mathis, Linda Orr and husband Dave, and Hilda Johnson and husband Brad. 

Marsha Olive (Hudson) died on October 1, 2020 in Canton, GA.

Karen Mathilda Olson Reymond, age 78 of Gainesville, Florida passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021. She was born October 29, 1942, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Walter John Reinhold Olson and Clara Mathilda Koehler Olson. 
She met her husband, Bruce Reymond while they were teaching at Stanton High School in Jacksonville. Mrs. Reymond enjoyed gardening, reading, and music and she loved to draw. She used to be an avid walker and was so proud the year she walked a thousand miles. Mrs. Reymond is survived by daughter, M. Christina Geiger and husband Sean; brother, Walter John Olson (Sally); brother-in-law, Rev. Paul Haffly; nieces, Elizabeth Christine Olson, Johanna Welch (Skip); nephews, David Haffly and Stephen Haffly (Cynthia Gillon), and several great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded by her husband, Bruce and sister, Mary Christine Olson Haffly.
 

David Martin Osborne, 77, passed away in Jacksonville, FL on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. He was born in Jacksonville, FL on March 12, 1942 to Burton Fallon Osborne and Alice Eleanor Martinson-Osborne. David is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Elizabeth Sue; a daughter, Sandra Macy (Roger); a son, Todd H. Osborne; a brother, James Osborne (Mary Helen); two grandchildren, Steven Patrick Kinnamon and Rachel E. Kinnamon; one great-grandchild, Steven John Coon; and one niece, Deborah Lentz.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Eleanor Jean Osborne and Sandra Jane Osborne and his son David Mark Osborne.  A visitation is scheduled at the Cesery Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home Chapel for Tuesday, November 12, 2019 from 5-7 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at The Assumption Catholic Church, 2403 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL. 32207 on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at 10 AM with interment in the Jacksonville National Cemetery with Military Honors.
 

Dr. Larry Dean Padgett, age 69, died Saturday, August 20, 2011 at his residence. Dr. Padgett was born January 28, 1942 in Ocala, Florida to the late Lorenzo Dow & Mary McKinnon Padgett. Dr. Padgett was the Director of Missions for the Cullom Baptist Association. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday August 24, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Central Baptist Church in Henderson, NC with an open casket from 10:00 to 10:45 AM for viewing. Rev. Michael Shook & Dr. Mack Thompson will officiate. A graveside service will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery in Dunn, NC.

Gene M. Parker, 74, of Jacksonville, FL passed away Sunday April 16, 2017. Gene retired from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Department in 2004 after 36 years. He was a JSO helicopter pilot for 27 years. He was an avid Gator fan. He served 4 years in the US Navy. He is preceded in death by his son Travis Bates, brothers Leo Parker & Ray Parker. Survivors include his wife Freda Parker, sons Sean (Sarah) Parker, Tracy Bates, daughter Carmen (Randy) Hoke, three grandchildren & four great grandchildren, sisters Linda (George) Shuman, Kay (Leonard) Towns, brother Lee (Dale) Parker, many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service 11:00 AM Wednesday April 19, 2017 at Evergreen Chapel with Randy Hoke officiating. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the services with JSO honors. Interment will be 2:00 PM at Jacksonville National Cemetery with military honors. Gene was very proud in helping to establish a Life History Scholarship in Travis’ name. In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to the Travis R. Bates Memorial History Endowed Scholarship at UNF. All gifts should be made payable to the UNF Foundation 1 UNF Drive Building 60 Jacksonville, FL 32224. Arrangements are with Evergreen Funeral Home and Crematory 4535 Main Street Jacksonville, FL 32206.

Linda Joyce Parnell (Thrasher), age 77, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on August 14, 2019, at St. Vincent's Hospital, Riverside. The only daughter of James and Josie (Flora) Parnell, she grew up in Jacksonville. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, Class of 1960, and she married Rodney Thrasher in 1961. As a proud military wife, she lived in several parts of the United States, including Los Angeles, San Diego, CA, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and Elizabeth City, NC. She worked in accounting, and was promoted to Assistant Manager within the CGES system at Otis Massachusetts Military Reservation on Cape Cod. Linda and Rodney retired in 2003. She was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star of Massachusetts. She was involved with high school class alumni planning. (continued below)

Her interests included sewing, crocheting, genealogy, and ceramics. Linda is survived by her husband of 57 years, Rodney; three children Karen Boyer, and her late husband Kenneth, Cindi Hanley, and her husband, Brian, and James Thrasher, and his wife Christina; she is preceded in death by her daughter, Joyce Thrasher; and she is also survived by her four grandchildren Thomas James (TJ) Thrasher, Nora Hanley, Kaleb Thrasher, and Jaxxon Thrasher.A receiving of friends will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32205, 904-781-9262.  In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation, www.kidney.org/donate or Community Hospice of Northeast Florida at www.communityhospice.com/give.
 

Ms. Nedra Angeline Piper, age 81, of Barnesville, passed away January 29, 2023. Nedra was born on May 20, 1941, in Savannah, Georgia to the late David and Ruby Payne. Upon graduation from high school, Nedra joined the United States Navy and trained as a nurse. She eventually wed and had four children. Nedra was a longtime mother and homemaker to her family. She lived in Florida for many years. In the 1990’s Nedra and her family relocated to Georgia where she lived in the Thomaston and Barnesville areas.

Nedra enjoyed sewing and cooking. She liked to create arts and crafts projects. She was a collector of pig décor, which she proudly displayed around her home. Nedra was a longtime member of Ramah Primitive Baptist Church. She loved her church and all her church family. Nedra was an adoring grandmother who loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Along with her parents, Nedra was preceded in death by her husbands: Joseph J. Mrosco and Paul M. Piper; daughters: Shannon Serene and Freda Piper; grandson: Matthew Bullington.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Joey and John Ellington of Thomaston; son: James Tate Piper of Barnesville; grandchildren: Andrew Bullington, Jessica Carpenter, Cora Lewis, Giacinto (Charlie) Serene, Kristov Serene, Ashleigh (Johnny) Shelley, Ben Hofer and Vicky Hofer; 15 great-grandchildren.
 

Tommy J. Pennywitt, 63, local CPA with the accounting firm of Lucas, Herndon, Hyers & Pennywitt, died February 27, 2006 at his home in Jacksonville, Florida. Tommy was born September 22, 1942 in Charleston, West Virginia, to Herman and Alleyene Pennywitt. His family moved to Jacksonville in 1948, and he attended local schools, graduating from Lee High School in 1960 and Jacksonville University in 1964. He joined the accounting firm of Lucas, Herndon, Harms & Hyers in 1964 and became a partner in 1970. He enjoyed close relationships with his clients, many of whom he worked with for years. He considered his clients his friends, as well as business associates, and many of them felt the same about him. He will finally miss a tax season, and there are many who will miss his humor as well as his everpresent, never changing, (always) conservative financial advice. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Bobbie; his daughter Robin (Roger) Smedberg, grandchildren Jillian, William, JonCarl Smedberg, Jacksonville; son Tyler (Debbie) Pennywitt, granddaughter Ansley Pennywitt, Jacksonville; daughter Kelly (Nick) Pearl, Jacksonville; sisters Phyllis (Dick) Daugherty, Atlanta; Karen (Randy) Cogburn, Jacksonville, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Harry and granddaughter Rachel Pennywitt. He loved his family very much and will be missed greatly by those he leaves behind. His struggle with lung cancer was long and difficult, but as with anything else he faced was conducted courageously and with all his strength. Acting pallbearers are Bob Cowles, Torrance Hair, Bob Lambing, Bill Jackson, Mike Saunders, and Rick Baker. Honorary pallbearers are Curtis Hyers, John Lucas, Tom Torres, Loren Seeley and Joe Calcutta. Funeral services will be held at Southside Baptist Church 2:00 P.M. Friday, March 3, 2006 with Dr. Wayne Stacy officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery (Gate #5). In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., 32256 or the American Cancer Society for lung cancer research.
 

Nancy Pike Smith passed away in 2023.

Thomas Floyd Pollock, Jr. passed away June 8, 2009 at the age of 66.  Ykta, as he was affectionately called was born on October 21 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army February 14, 1964 and was selected to attend the US Defense Language Institute in Monterey,California. Following a year of rigorous training in Russian language and culture, he was assigned to several sensitive positions at The National Security Agency in Washington as a Russian translator. With an honorable discharge in December of 1967 he was accepted to Jacksonville University to pursue a degree in Business Administration. Tom held an operations management position with a Jacksonville bank until his move to South Florida where he was employed by Citizens National Bank and later promoted to Assistant Vice President. 

In 1967 he joined American Distributions, which later became Southern Wine and Spirits. Tom’s sincere interest in both distilled spirits and fine wines ultimately resulted in his position of Attractions Supervisor: an all encompassing theatre of on-premise locations throughout Walt Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios. He was instrumental in the creation of the Walt Disney World Wine Festival, WMFE Public Radio Wine Tasting, and all special wine related events at the attractions. He laid the foundation for wine awareness and education for both industry and public programs focused on the relevance of food and wine pairing. His contributions were paramount in elevating wine to its current status of enjoyment.  Tom is survived by his sister Mrs. Joan Reed, Jacksonville, Florida and nephew James Sidney Reed, Jr. A Celebration of His Life will be held Saturday, June 13th at the home of friends.

On June 6, 2010, God took his child, Jim Porter, home to be with Him. On earth he will be missed and continually loved by his best friend and wife of 48 years, Linda; his sons, Gary and Greg (and Greg's wife, Lisa); grandchildren: Leslie, Lauren, John and Jenna; and special gift from God, Jordan, his great grandson. Jim served as a Jacksonville firefighter for 25 years and rode on the first rescue squad for the city. He was honored and proud to have been a part of the World Champion Rescue Team in Atlantic City, NJ.
 

Jim also compiled photos and history for the first Fire Division yearbook in 1973 as well as playing a major role in the creation of the Jacksonville Fire Museum. He was passionate about NASCAR racing as a fan, car owner and a track official at the former Jax Raceways. Jim was a faithful member of Gardenview Baptist Church and cherished all his many friends. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 10, at Gardenview Baptist Church, with Rev. Bob Loy officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Memorial Park. 

Mrs. Carol Posey Duguid was born on February 23, 1942, to Alfred Crawford (AC) Posey and Ruth Shawhan Posey in Jacksonville, Florida. She attended former Robert E. Lee Senior High School in the historic Riverside area of Jacksonville, from 1957 through 1960 and then, most bravely, returned to finish her High School education in 1982 and graduated with Honors. 

She met who would be the love of her life, John Getchell Duguid, Jr., at the age of 13 in 1955 and they were eventually married in October 1964. Being the wife of a Military Officer would be her primary focus for the next 40 years of her life. The two of them lived all over the world and they gave birth to their first child, Theresa (Tracie) Nadine Duguid, in Bad Kreuznach, West Germany in 1965. They then brought a son into the world nearly six years later, in 1971, John Getchell Duguid, III, upon returning to Jacksonville, to complete the family.

Her passing was preceded by her husband in December 1993 at which time she made Jacksonville her home once again, having lived in Orlando, FL for 7 years. She is survived by her two children who cared for her since her husband's passing. She also leaves behind two granddaughters, Taeya Lynn and Simone Elizabeth, that she loved more than life itself, as well as their adored mother, Lara Westmoreland Duguid. She is also survived by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law James (Jim) Wadkins Duguid and his beloved Jo Ann Shinholser Duguid and their children, James (Jamie), Jeremy and Jennifer along with their spouses and "Auntie Carol's" grand nieces and nephews.

She was the final surviving child of AC and Ruth Posey, whose two older sisters passing within the last 15 months preceded her on June 9, 2024. Mary Posey New, and then most recently, Patricia Posey Williams, just three days prior to her own passing, were laid to rest to join their loved ones in paradise. Additionally, she leaves behind the wonderful children of her sister's: Elise, Michael and Matthew, and also Clifford, Ashley, and Shawn, along with their spouses and many other wonderful grandnieces and nephews. Finally, she leaves behind countless cherished friends, doting neighbors, fellow church members, and incredibly loving extended family.

Glenda Powell (Fry) passed away on December 19, 2023.

John Randall Pridgen, age 74, died March 10, 2017. Born in Jacksonville on August 21, 1942, he was the son of Colyar Puett (C.P.) Pridgen and Ruth Johnson Pridgen. After graduating from Florida State University School of Business in 1964, he spent six months’ active duty in the Army Reserve. The same year, he joined James and Harris CPA as a staff accountant. In 1969, he earned certification through the State of Florida, Board of Accountancy, and became a partner in the firm. He was a member of the Florida and American Institutes of Certified Public Accountants. In 2008, he and Charles Bone, his longtime partner and best friend, sold the practice. He continued to work part-time at the newly named James and Harris C.P.A.s, P.A. with the new owner, Tim Howard, C.P.A. In 2015, he celebrated his 50th tax season. The consummate professional, he loved his work and practiced until his death, something he often said he would do. He was a gentleman, a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. John was predeceased by a daughter, Laura Gilbert. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Nancy; daughters, Melissa Pridgen and Janet Bronner (Neil); granddaughters, Amber Babcock, Caitlyn Babcock, Bailey Bronner, and Spencer Bronner; grandsons, Zack Groff, Max Gilbert, and Lance Hoffman; great-grandson, Grayson Wolf; sister, Ruth Pridgen; and his brother Gary Pridgen (Ann).

Rutherford Irvin Rae, Jr. (79), of Crescent City, FL, passed away on February 16, 2022, at home with family by his side. Irv, as he was known to everyone, is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of fifty-eight years, Elaine Hazlehurst, son Scott (Misti and Hayley Stephens), daughter Susan Kulley (Brian), grandson Scott Kulley (Courtney), granddaughter Sarah Allison Kulley, and great granddaughter Noelle Rae Kulley, who was born on his last birthday.

Irv was born in Jacksonville, FL on October 26, 1942, graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, served in the U.S. Coast Guard, and graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in Electrical Engineering. His twenty-year engineering and construction career in the pulp and paper industry included positions at Rayonier, Jesup, GA, Montreal Central Engineering Division and the Port Cartier, Quebec mill. He also worked at the St. Regis Paper Company Corporate Engineering Division in Jacksonville, FL, and the St. Regis Paper Mill in Cantonment, FL.

At the age of 42, he purchased an electrical contracting company in Pensacola, FL, thus satisfying a life-long goal of being his own boss. His company completed numerous electrical construction projects for entities that included NASA, Department of Defense, Corps of Engineers, government agencies, and private corporations nationwide. After satisfying his entrepreneurial spirit, he sold the business and retired in 1995.

Irv served his community in multiple ways during the family's thirty-year tenure in Pensacola. A Rotarian for forty years, he was awarded multiple Paul Harris Fellows. He was recognized for 100% attendance in the Gulf Breeze Rotary Club where he also served as president. He was slated to become District Governor of District 6940 when an untimely heart attack in 1997 changed those plans. Irv served Hospice of NW Florida as both a board member and president. He was on the board of Gulf Breeze Hospital for fifteen years and was chairman of the board for six. He also served on the boards of Pensacola Baptist Hospital and Jay Hospital. He was a member of the advisory committee for George Stone Electrical apprenticeship program.

A lifelong Episcopalian, he was a member of St. Christopher's Episcopal Church in Pensacola where he was a vestry member and a three term Senior Warden. Irv also served on the Bishop's Standing Committee.

He and Elaine moved to Crescent City, FL in 2005. There he was an honorary member of the Rotary Club, worked with Boys 2 Men mentoring program, and was a charter member of the Fruitland Peninsula Historical Society. He was a member of Holy Comforter Episcopal Church and also attended the First Presbyterian Church, which he and Elaine felt to be their "second home." He had a love of animals and served on the board of the Animal Rescue Consortium in Crescent City.

Irv was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. His family was his pride and joy. He and his wife spent many summers and holidays in their second home in Bellingham, WA, and later in Blairsville, GA, where they made wonderful memories with family and friends.

His personal commitment to Jesus Christ, his wife, and family was the light that guided his life. Inurnment of ashes will be in the family plot in Holy Cross Cemetery in Pensacola at a later date. A memorial service will be on Saturday, March 5 at 2:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Crescent City, FL. The Reverend Debra Henning will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Rescue Consortium of Crescent City, First Presbyterian Church of Crescent City, or Holy Comforter Episcopal Church of Crescent City. Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Crescent City.
 

Robert Reed "Bob" Raposo entered into eternal glory on March 27, 2023. He was born in Somerville, Massachusetts on January 2, 1942. Bob lived in Saudi Arabia for 8 years before moving to Jacksonville, Florida at age 15. He met Anne Lester, and was married to the love of his life for 57 years. Bob was a faithful Christian who had a vibrant sense of humor. He had a successful career in sales and was a gifted engineer. He enjoyed golf, traveling, music and great cuisine.
 
Bob is survived by his loving wife Anne Lester Raposo; his son Robert "Reed" Raposo, Jr., grandchildren Robert Reed Raposo, III and Randall Ryce Raposo; his daughter Laura Lynn Raposo Loman with son-in-law Seamus Martin Loman, grandchildren Brady Cade Loman, Anna Grace Loman, Bryce Edward Loman, Emily Hope Loman, Samuel Martin Loman and Margaret Lynn Loman; his daughter-in-law Katie Boudreaux Raposo, grandchildren Katelyn Anne Raposo, John Randolph Raposo and William Riley Raposo; his elder brother Donald Raposo. He was preceded in death by his son, Randolph "Scott" Raposo, his parents Mabel Helen Transue Raposo and Donald Raposo, as well as his younger brother Richard Raposo.
 
A worship service, in memory of Robert Reed Raposo, will be Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 11 AM at New Covenant Presbyterian Church in Mandeville, Louisiana, with reception immediately following. Visitation will be 10-11, before service. In honor of Bob, donations are welcome to be sent to Lifeline Children's Services, a gospel-centered ministry committed to serving orphans. Donations can be made online at www.lifelinechild.org/how-to-donate/ where you are also able to send a custom card, if desired.
 

Stephen Dubose Ravesies, 73, passed away Thurs. Oct. 22, 2015 at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Sun. Oct. 25, 2015 from 3pm-6pm and on Mon. Oct. 26, 2015 from 1pm-1:45pm at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Mon. Oct. 26, 2015 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS with burial to follow in the Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS.  Mr. Ravesies was born in Hattiesburg, MS and has been a resident of Brandon, MS since 1991. He graduated from Jacksonville High School in Jacksonville, FL and is also a graduate of USM in Hattiesburg, MS. Mr. Ravesies was lead singer and guitarist in the Memory Lane Band and was also a former president of the MS Street Rod Association for 5 years.  He is survived by his wife, Paulette Ravesies of Brandon, MS; two children, Chante Ravesies and Kenneth Ravesies both of Hattiesburg, MS; step son, Jared Skinner of Pearl, MS; step sister, Merlynne Chandler of FL; two grandchildren, Sydney Ravesies and Christal Ravesies both of Hattiesburg, MS; two step grandchildren, Holly Manuel of FL and Hope Roberts of Ludlow, MS and three great grandchildren. Mr. Ravesies is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey Ravesies and Barbara Bufkin and his step father, Ellis Bufkin.  In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675.
 

Margaret “Peggy” Rawls (Lauver) died in Titusville, Florida on September 5, 2022. 

Weymouth "Bud" Warren Reed went into the presence of Jesus August 11, 2020 at the age of 78. Bud was the son of Lois Violet Weymouth and Charles Stanley Reed of Jacksonville. Bud graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard as a radioman. In USCG Reserves, he pursued a career in the dental industry in sales for 45 years, retiring due to health from Patterson Dental Supply. His first love was the LORD serving in church and community. The Reed home was one of hospitality. Traits were encourager, giving, faithful, dedicated, sacrificial, hard-working and determined. He was ordained a deacon in 1975 and taught Sunday School for over 30 years Bud was an active member with First Coast Baptist Church until health intervened. Bud was past President of the Jacksonville Chapter Sons of the American Revolution. Member and past Board member Southern Genealogists Exchange Society (SGES) and other genealogy societies. His earthly love was his blended family of seven children and dog "Willow". Bud was predeceased by his parents, Lois and Stan and grandson Jeremy Glen Ford. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Reed, his sister Marilyn Wood and his seven children: Lori Reed, Sudbury, Canada; Scott Reed (Angie) St. Augustine; Stephen Reed(Carla) Lake Asbury; Angel Scarborough(Mike) Atlantic Beach; Ginger Harris(Karma); Cola Bailey(Stephen)Apollo Beach; Beth Leach(Terry) Newport, NC; 15 Grandchildren: 12 great grandchildren +4 expectant; eight nephews and numerous other family and friends here and in glory. Special mention is Jerry Swartz, Doug Masterton and Maynard family.
 

Ronald Howell Register, age 77, went to his heavenly home on May 13, 2020. He was born on May 30, 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida to Lonnie and Ruby Register. He is predeceased by his beloved parents, and by his nephew, Ryan Murray. Ronnie is survived by Carolyn, his wife of 45 years, whom he loved and cared diligently for especially in these past few years; his sons, Kenneth Roy (Marilyn), and Gary David Register; Carolyn’s children: Wanda (Danny) Weldon, Darryl and Lana Griffis; Grandchildren: Logan and Dalton(Dana) Register, Barrett Register, Maggie (Tommy) Bair, Justin(Heather) Weldon, Kellie(Derrick) Davis, Tyler Weldon; Great-Grandchildren: Beau Bair, Hannah and Cody Corbin, Marlee Davis, Walker, Kendall, Chloe and Wyatt Weldon. Ronnie’s brother, Gary (Joanne) Register, his sister, Pam (Rudy) Murray, his only niece, Amy (Troy) Miller, his nephews Mark (Julie) Murray, Kyle, Simeon(Amy) and Lincoln(Lauren) Register. His great nephews: Parker and Brock Miller, Connor and Christian Murray and his great nieces, Kaylee Murray and Adaira Miller. The most important decision that Ronnie ever made in his life was in 2015 when he prayed the sinner’s prayer and gave his heart to Jesus. This decision gives his family and friends great peace because they KNOW where Ronnie is and have the hope of reuniting. 

Ronnie was dedicated and devoted to his family but also his favorite past times. He loved the Florida Gators and loved all sports but especially football. He looked forward to road trips to watch the Gators play. On Gary’s trips back from Gainesville, Ronnie would call and talk about how “we” played and how bad the officiating was if “we” lost. He also loved deer hunting. In years past, he enjoyed the excitement of hunting with dogs. He also was an avid lover of any type of fishing: whether it was cane pole fishing in a canal or fishing in the Kingfish Tournament. Ronnie could often be found cooking BBQ. The BBQ trailer that he built for the Ham Jam competition years ago is still going and has cooked thousands of pounds of meat. He was skilled as the head crane operator at Register Contracting when the company owned three cranes. In all the things he loved, he loved his family and friends best. Ronnie would always make time for his long-time friends. He was honest, gentle, quiet, and kind. To Gary and Pam, he was the best big brother. His light has dimmed on this earth, but to those who knew and loved him, will each carry a piece of his light, and always his love in our hearts.

Kay Ridout Galm, age 66, died at her Gainesville home on August 22, 2008 following a long term courageous battle with cancer.  Kay was born in Tampa, FL on January 27, 1942 the only child of Walter and Jewell Ridout. Raised in Jacksonville, FL, Kay received her BA in Elementary Education from Florida Southern College where she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity (ZTA) serving as Recording Secretary and Membership Chairman. She taught in both the public and private schools in Duval County.  The family moved to Gainesville in 1977 where Kay continued her civic and fraternal volunteering. She served as General Advisor to the ZTA chapter at the University of Florida for 28 years, being selected as Advisor of the Year multiple times. She was also appointed to the first Greek Task Force at the University of Florida. She was President of the Gamma Iota House Corporation and a Director of the National Housing Corporation. For her service to the fraternity she was awarded two of its highest awards, The Louise Kettler Helper Memorial Award and her Honor Ring. She also served terms as District and Providence Presidents and President of the Gainesville Alumnae.  Kay was a two term President of the GFWC Gainesville Woman's Club, where she has been a board member for over 20 years. She was also a District Director and served on numerous state FFWC committees, being voted District Volunteer of the Year. Kay was President of the Thomas Center Associates, Chairman of the Spring Pilgrimage; she co-chaired Gainesville's first Designer Showcase and was a member of the Gainesville Garden Clubs Gardenia Circle, and Gainesville Women's Forum.  Kay was a remarkable woman and an amazing role model for many ladies of Zeta Tau Alpha. She is survived by her husband of 44 years John, a son John(Teresa), two grandchildren John and Tayler of Lake Mary, Florida.
 

The Officer Down Memorial Page Remembers:

Officer Jeffrey Norman Ritchey
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Florida
End of Watch: Monday, February 23, 1987

Biographical Info
Age: 44
Tour of Duty: 18 years

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Motorcycle accident
Date of Incident: Monday, February 23, 1987

Officer Jeffrey Ritchey was killed in a motorcycle accident while escorting a funeral procession. He was passing the procession when a driver in process pulled out in front of him, causing a collision.  Deputy Ritchey was survived by his wife and two children.
 

Evelyn Rebecca Rudd (Lloyd) passed quietly from this life on July 5, 2004 after suffering the effects of advanced Multiple Sclerosis for more than 30 years. Her funeral will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 10th, 2004 at the Orem L.D.S. Stake Center, 80 South 280 East, in Orem, a viewing will be held at the church 12:45 p.m to 1:45 p.m. prior to the services, she will be interred in the Orem City Cemetery next to her father, who preceded her in death. Born April 23, 1942 in Charleston, South Carolina, Evelyn was the first child of John and Eula Rudd. She grew up and attended public schools in Jacksonville, Florida, where she never missed a day of school. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960 and went to work for Prudential Insurance. Before the onset of her illness, she was an accomplished singer and enjoyed dancing and softball. A faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she was married in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. All her life she lived her beliefs. She faithfully attended church each Sunday, fulfilling every calling and task asked of her until the effects of her disease confined her to her bed. For many years she lived with her parents on Lake Shore Blvd. In Jacksonville, where her mother cared for her. In 2002, the family moved to Orem, Utah to live with her sister. She is survived by her mother, Eula Rudd, her sister Lorraine Hopkin, her brother-in-law, Arden Hopkin, five nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Pallbearers will be Arden Hopkin and Evelyn's nephews, Ben, Shon, Chris, Jeremy, and Cameron Hopkin.
 

William Augustus "Billy" Rye passed away September 16, 2001 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Linda Kay Sadler Grear, 67, died Thursday, November 12, 2009, from complications due to lung cancer and a stroke. Linda was born to the late Bart Sadler and Dorothy Stull Sadler on February 20, 1942. Linda graduated from Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida in 1960. In 1963 Linda married Jack Richard Jarrell and they had two children. As a family, they enjoyed many rich years in Clay County, Florida and were members of Orange Park Presbyterian Church. Jack predeceased Linda in 1988. In 1993 Linda married Robert S. Grear where together they became dedicated members of First United Methodist Church and enjoyed adventures by train all over North America. Throughout her life Linda had the gift of the hostess, making all feel welcomed. She also thoroughly enjoyed all of her volunteer work and was especially active with disaster recovery work. Linda was most recently a member of the Red Hat Society 'Sassie Ladies', Emmaus, Camp AMP for children, president of the women of the church, and a volunteer with the Baker County Pregnancy Center. Singing in the choir and her handiwork were always passions in Linda's life. She produced beautiful gifts from her heart and hands made of crochet, cross-stitch, and crafts. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert S. Grear; daughters, Dorothy Anne Jarrell, and Elizabeth Faye Jarrell Arredondo and her husband Steven; step-daughters Karen Grear and her husband Harry Krause, and Lisa Grear; her sister, Mary Anne Anders and her sons Gary, Matthew, and Clay Hendricks; grandchildren Nathan and Daniel Arredondo; and many other beloved family members and friends. Family will receive friends on Monday November 16, 2009 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jacksonville Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, Florida. Services will be held 10AM Tuesday, November 17, 2009 in the chapel at Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home, with Rev. Tom Pope of First United Methodist Church of Macclenny officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting that donations be made to the Baker County Pregnancy Center or Community Hospice Northeast Florida. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com
 

John Lee Saunders III, 54, of Middleburg passed away in December, 1997,  at Shands Hospital in Gainesville.  A lifelong resident of Jacksonville area he is survived by his mother, Hattie Stevens; wife, Terri Saunders; son, John Jr,; daughters, Larae Drummond, Angela Hinshaw and Tammy Shepard; sister, Diane Harvey; and seven grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held on Thursday at the Town and Country Funeral Home Chapel, followed by internment in Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery.  Friends may pay their final respects on Wednesday from the hours of 7:00-9:00 PM.  Arrangements under the direction of Town & Country Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL.

Charles Anthony “Tony” Schoder Jr.

June 18, 1942 – May 11, 2024

In the best sense, Tony Schoder was the life of the party.

He’d give a friend – and he had many – the shirt off his back. A master storyteller, his dry wit and “one-liners” were legendary. If you were part of his foursome, you never had a bad round of golf. He was kind, loyal and genuine, and if you were looking for someone with whom to toast the blessings of life (or a good golf score) at day’s end, he was your man.

Charles Anthony Schoder Jr. of Daytona Beach, Florida, passed away on May 11, 2024. Tony, as everyone knew him, was 81.

The only child of Chuck and Flip Schoder, Tony spent part of his childhood in Cuba and Puerto Rico (his dad was in the U.S. Navy) before moving with his family to Jacksonville for grade school. After graduating from Robert E. Lee High School, where he played football and basketball, he attended Stetson University in Deland. The first in his family to attend college, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History in 1964, played basketball with the Hatters and was a Sigma Nu brother. Stetson is also where he met his wife, Donna. The two were married 32 years and blessed with two wonderful daughters.

After graduating, he served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, flying recon­naissance missions. He returned home, earned his law degree from Stetson University College of Law in 1969, settled with his family in Ormond Beach and flourished in his career as a lawyer. He loved his work representing de­fendants in civil cases, including medical malpractice suits. He shared his wisdom and empathy with clients, searching for a just resolution or, when possible, common ground. No wonder he spent the final years of his career as a mediator.

Tony is survived by the mother of his children, Donna Lee Dericks Schoder; two daughters – Stephanie Lynch of Charlotte, N.C., and Corey Poe and her husband, Charlie, of Tampa; and six grandchildren – Weston Poe, Holland Poe, Wilson Poe, Kathryn Lynch, Avery Lynch, and Hugh Lynch III; and his longtime partner, Dorian Burt. Tony was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Hugh Lynch Jr., of Charlotte.

A gift in Tony’s memory can be made to Stetson University College of Law.

As one of his friends put it, Tony got his money’s worth.

His daughters were his pride and joy. As fun-loving as he was, he was a strict father, insisting they do well in school and work hard in life. He adored his grandkids and was so very proud of all of their accomplishments. He forged close connections at the Ormond Beach Rotary Club, the Quarterback Club and was active in the Volusia County and Florida Bar Associations. He was a fixture at Oceanside Country Club, where he served two terms as President, played golf most weekends (he could crack 80 on his best days), and shared a Dewars or two with his best mates. He laughed easily, including at himself. He loved watching sports and cheered on the University of Florida Gators. He could shag like nobody’s business. Put on the Everly Brothers (his favor­ite) or Jimmy Buffet and he was a happy man. His palate was simple and yet discerning (how he loved Diet Cokes and Oreos). Whether it was veal parmigiana and garlic bread at Mario’s Restaurant in Ormond Beach or a grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup in front of ESPN in his oceanfront condo, he was content.

Anyone who knew Tony Schoder has a story to tell and a memory to cling to. He was, after all, the life of the party.

Wilda Ann Sheppard (Podeyn) passed away February 25, 1993 in Jacksonville, FL.  She is buried in Blackshear City Cemetery in Blackshear, Georgia.

Charles Eugene Simonton, 58, of Mesa, AZ passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2001. He is survived by two sisters, Faye Barber and Carolyn Mann both of Jacksonville and two brothers, Joe Simonton and Scott Simonton both of Mesa, AZ. a health care professional, he was born in Jacksonville, worked at University of Tennessee Hospital and at Phoenix St. Lukes Hospital. Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, April 9, 2001 in Riverside Memorial Park. Arrangements by HardageGiddens Funeral Home, 5753 Blanding Blvd.

Dee Anna Sirmans Roberts, 69, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2012 at Heartland Health Care Center of South Jacksonville, FL. She was born on January 26, 1942 in Jacksonville, FL to L.D. Sirmans and Lou Dell Levy. Preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Lena Lumley. Dee Anna graduated from Lee High School Class of 1960. She retired from Florida National Bank after 35 years of service as their Head Teller. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and was an avid Florida Gator Fan. 

She is survived by her husband, John W. Roberts; her daughter, Dena D. Webb; nieces, Debbie Griffin and Lou Ann Fletcher; nephew, Ira Lumley; grand nieces, Michelle Ward and Brandi Pearce; grand nephews, Jim Ray Simpson, and Brent Fletcher. The family visitation will be held Friday, January 13, 2012 from 10:00am until 11:00am, in the Chapel of Evergreen Cemetery, Jacksonville, FL with Funeral Service to follow at 11:00am. Entombment will be held at Evergreen Cemetery Mausoleums, Evergreen Cemetery of Jacksonville, FL. Memorial contributions may be sent to Heartland Health Care Center of South Jacksonville, FL.

Erma Jean Smith (Wall) was born November 15, 1942 in Claxton, GA and died October 20, 2001 in Dublin, GA at age age 58. She is buried in Dublin, GA.
 

Richard Eugene Smith, 77, passed away on September 13, 2019. He was born on January 6, 1942 in Jacksonville Florida. Richard graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960, and graduated from Jones College with a degree in business. He was a former Airborne Ranger with the 82nd Airborne Infantry at Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, North Carolina. After leaving his military and Corp of Engineers careers, he retired from the United States Postal Service with over 35 years of government service. Richard was an avid hunter and loved riding his golf cart around to visit his neighbors. He had a personality unlike any other – one that will be missed by all of those who knew him. He was the son of the late William H. and Myrtle M. Smith. Richard was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Alice Louise, the love of his life and three brothers; William, George, and Keith Smith. He is survived by his daughter Kimberly Smith (Scott) of Bluefield, West Virginia; his son Brian Smith (Cindy) of Jacksonville, Florida; four grandchildren, Aaron Bowman (Krysten) of Bluefield, West Virginia, Danielle Smith of Jacksonville, Florida, Jacob Bowman of Bluefield, West Virginia, and Chris Pierce (Hannah) of Jacksonville, Florida; four great-grandchildren, Lilly and Henry Bowman of Bluefield, West Virginia, Benson and Parker Pierce of Jacksonville, Florida.
 

Graveside service for George Edward Smith, 70, of Sunset, TX was to be 4 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at Sunset Cemetery, followed by visitation 6 to 8 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Sunset. Smith died Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Bowie, TX. Born May 16, 1941, in Jasper, Fla., to Reaver Albert Smith and Lonnie Mae Robinson, he retired from the U.S. Air Force after 30 years, during which he achieved the rank of master sergeant and received many medals and awards. Smith worked for Sears and was a member of First Baptist Church of Sunset. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Jean Smith, in 1997; grandsons Clifford James Camble and Roylee Byerly Jr.; and brother Charles Monroe Smith. Smith is survived by children Robert Smith and Ann Campbell and husband, Edwin, all of Sunset, Kimberly Sue Benson and husband, Floyd Ray Jr., of Springtown and George Phillip Sanford and wife, Connie Lyn of Bedford; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
 

John Acheson Smith, a resident of Glendale, Arizona, died in a car accident on June 20, 1965 in Flagstaff, Arizona, at age 22. He was buried at Evergreen Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida.

William Van Smith was born August 29, 1942 and died January 18, 1974. He is buried at Riverside Memorial Park in Jacksonville, Florida. 

Carter Snead was born August 22, 1942 and died May 9, 1964 at age 21. He was a student at Georgia Tech. He is buried at Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida.

Judith Suzannah “Judy” Snow (Michael) died on July 7, 2017.

Retired Officer Robert (Pete) Eugene Starling, age 79, passed away peacefully in his Jacksonville home early Tuesday, January 11, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Officer Starling was born in 1942 in Columbia, South Carolina. One year later, he moved with his family to Jacksonville. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, Class of 1960. Immediately after graduation, he joined the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his country in Thailand during the Vietnam War.

After serving eight years of active duty, Officer Starling attended the University of South Florida at Tampa, where he graduated in 1972. Following graduation, he joined the Florida Air National Guard, retiring with 25 years of service. During that time in 1974, he became an officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, where he served with honor for 25 years until his retirement in 1999. After that, he was a sworn bailiff until 2002.

Following his retirement, Officer Starling enjoyed traveling with his wife and spending time with his grandchildren and their many activities. He also enjoyed spending time with his beloved dogs. Officer Starling is survived by his wife of 60 years, Elaine Perry Starling, his two sons, Michael Robert Starling (Crystal) and Wesley Edward Starling (Valerie), and his five grandchildren.
 

Sylvia Steen
March 20, 1942 - March 17, 2023
Beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Devoted mother to her many poodles and several cats.
Lover of music, art, and fashion.
Bold, creative, and intelligent.
 
Sylvia was born on March 20, 1942 to Howard Bayne Steen and Voncylle Zetella Steen. After graduating from the Florida State University with a degree in Medical Technology, she left for San Francisco where she spent several years enjoying the architecture, the view of the bay, and driving on the California hills in her MGB and Jeep.
 
After moving back to Jacksonville, Florida, she bought a Victorian home in Riverside, decorating the walls with her favorite artwork and planting California trees in her yard. She spent her spare time focusing on music, earning a music degree at the University of North Florida, attending concerts of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, and learning many instruments, including the piano, harpsichord, harp, flute, and bells. She was the proud owner of over 100 hats of all fashions and styles and a world traveler with trips to Thailand, Russia, and Chile.
 
She was predeceased by her parents, Howard Bayne and Voncylle, and cousins Rob and Charles. She is survived by her brother Samuel, sister-in-law Darla, niece Julie, nephews Christopher (Heather) and Patrick, grandnephew Samuel, grandniece Nori, and cousins Edie, Sonny, Albert, Marjorie, Gerald, Diane, Harold, and Johnny.
 
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, March 25 at 11am at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, 111 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32073. As Sylvia was an admirer of hats, all attendees are invited to wear their most stylish hat to her service.
 
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra which provided Sylvia with many hours of beautiful music. All are encouraged to share photos, condolences, and other remembrances of Sylvia on the Tribute Wall at: Sylvia Steen (jacksonvillememorygardens.com)
 

James Martin Sullivan Sr., age 79, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022. James was born July 30, 1942. A visitation for James will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Hardage-Giddens, Riverside Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A funeral service will occur Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 12:00 PM. A graveside service will occur Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Riverside Memorial Park. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Sullivan family.

Laura Jane Swilley was born August 7, 1942 in Camilla, GA and died on October 31, 2023 in Jacksonville, FL.

Norman William Taylor, of Red Rock, passed from this life June 16, 2016 at the age of 73.  He was born in Jacksonville, Florida to Clara and Norman S. Taylor.  Norman is survived by his wife, Kay Taylor; daughters, Kim Cordick and her husband Rodney, Kelly Taylor; sons, Ryan Taylor and his wife Tonya, David Taylor and his wife Cindy; grandchildren, Rachel, Jack, Regan, Kristan, Solomon, Teagan, and baby Olive who will be born December 23, 2016; great-grandson, Spencer; sisters, Marcelies Irby and Emily Joiner and several extended family and friends.  Services will be Monday, June 20, 2016 at Marrs-Jones-Newby Funeral Home.

Marie Terrell (McGee) passed away on April 30, 2012.

Cecile Thebaut Womersley - On September 10, 1998 Cecile T. (nee Thebaut) loving wife of Harold James Womersley, beloved daughter of Hazel Thebaut, devoted mother of Margaret McGowan (nee Sellers), dear sister of William Thebaut, cherished friend of Mary Ellen Lanahan, Ann Smith, Kathleen Blume, Dorothy Flynn & Nancy Ayer. A Memorial Service will be held in the St. John's Episcopal Church, Butler, 3738 Butler Road, Glyndon, MD on Saturday September 19th at 2:00 PM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in Mrs. Womersley's name to: Wellness Community 901 Dulaney Valley Road, Suite 710 Balto., MD 21204.

Mary Ellen Thebaut Lanahan, born August 10, 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida passed away peacefully on January 13, 2006 in Asheville, North Carolina. She is predeceased by her parents, Charlie and Josephine Thebaut and a sister, Sister Dutton. Mary Ellen is survived by her children: Elizabeth Iglesias (Paul Iglesias) of Vienna, VA, Charlie Lanahan of Asheville, NC, Thomas Lanahan (Patti Howe Lanahan) of Charlotte, NC, Joseph Lanahan (Margaret Johnson Lanahan) of Greenville, SC and Brian Lanahan of Gainesville, FL. She is also survived by her sister, Ty Thebaut and four grandchildren, Maria, Matthew and Robert Iglesias of Vienna, VA and Elise Lanahan of Greenville, SC. Mary Ellen was a cousin, aunt, greataunt and MeMe to many members of the Thebaut and Lanahan families. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1960, attended College of New Rochelle, New York and graduated from the University of Florida. Mary Ellen also earned an M.B.A. at the University of North Florida. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at 10:00 am at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 2609 Park St. with burial following in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made in Mary Ellen's honor to the College of New Rochelle, Office of Annual Giving, 29 Castle Place, New Rochelle, New York 10805 or to the charity of your choice.

Rev. Ray Donald Thomas, Jr. June 17, 1942 -June 8, 2010 - SAVANNAH - Went to be with the Lord suddenly while on vacation in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico. Ray retired as Assistant Fire Chief for Lima, Ohio Fire Department after 27 years of service. His best friend and former boss said "Ray was a great leader of firefighters". Most recently he ministered with his wife, Pastor Datha Ellis Thomas at The Mustard Seed Faith Church. They traveled together on mission trips to foreign countries. At home, Ray was seen making many hospital visitations. He was an avid sportsman who loved all sports. He enjoyed playing and coaching softball, baseball, and basketball both in Lima and Findlay, Ohio. He was a Browns, Reds, OSU, and Braves fan. He was seen standing in the corner of stadiums at many games watching his children and grandchildren playing. Ray was seen daily reading every stat in the paper. Although a quiet man to many, his family and close friends enjoyed his great sense of humor. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray Donald and Clara Jean Thomas Sr. and sister, Sandy Thomas.  He is survived by siblings, Debbie Hussey and Cathy Randolph, Timmy and Douglas Thomas; three daughters, Tammy Ream (Len), Temple Wright (Aaron), of Ohio, and Tricia Bowsher (Nicholas) of Indiana; one son, Troy Thomas (Tonya) of Ohio; step children, Lisa (Kempie), Pattie (George), and Chris (Chanya); grandchildren, Cory, Kayla, Joann, Kenny, Ashton, Troy Jr., Tara, Tabitha, Tess, Brett, Ashley, Trent, and Nate; step grandchildren, Joshua, Caleb, Lydia, Dianna, Ashley, Marcie, and Kridsada, 13 great grandchildren. Viewing: 6-8 PM Sunday at Mustard Seed Faith Church, 1950 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31405. Funeral: 10 AM Monday at the Mustard Seed Faith Church, with Rev. Lisa Womble, officiating. Internment: Greenwich Cemetery. Remembrances: Building Fund, in care of Mustard Seed Faith Church, 1950 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, GA 31405.

Robert W. Thomas, 73, of Climax, GA, formerly of Cairo, passed away Monday, March 28, 2016. Mr. Thomas was born September 19, 1942 in Jacksonville, FL, the son of Paul Franklin Thomas, Sr. and Barbara June Mauldin Thomas. He was married to Sandra Cooke Thomas. Mr. Thomas served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Later he met many people on his sales route with Flowers Baking Company. Robert was a member of Climax United Methodist Church where he enjoyed singing in the choir. He loved people and loved to serve. He spent 25 years as a Climax City Councilman and was a member of the committee responsible for erecting the Veterans Memorial in Parker Park. His passion for people spilled over into every area of his life. He assisted with establishing a softball league in Climax and spent many wonderful years on the field as an umpire and cheerleader for every player. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Thomas; his children, Rosalyn Hubbard and her husband, Bob, of Montgomery, AL and Rob Pennington and his wife, Kim, of Gulf Shores, AL; his brothers, Paul F. Thomas, Jr. and his wife, Sherry, of Randleman, NC and John Thomas and his wife, JoAnn, of Jacksonville, FL; and his grandchildren, Rebekah, Nicolas, Robbie, Sara, and Parker. Robert was preceded in death by his parents.

Barbara Jane Thomson was born on October 4, 1942 and died on February 12, 2014 at age 71 in Bristol, Rhode Island.

Mary Ann Thurman passed away on March 3, 2022.

Elizabeth Ann Tiernan (Lewis) died on September 14, 2018.

Linda Sue Tillman (Johnson), 68, daughter of James and Emily Tillman, sister of James Tillman and Joyce Hardy, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Jacksonville, she returned to the area in 1983 and worked as a property manager for several communities in Jacksonville and Orange Park. She leaves behind many who loved her including her two children, Luther Johnson and Kathleen Johnson Smith as well as three grandchildren; Joshua, Nathaniel, and Rachael. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Judy Staley; several nephews and nieces, and her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah Kutchie Johnson and Arland Martin Smith. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, 10:00am , July 31, 2010, at Hardage-Giddens Edgewood Funeral Home Chapel, 729 S. Edgewood Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32205. Burial will follow at Riverside Memorial Park, Jacksonville, FL.

Margaret Josephine Travassos (Colgan), age 56, of Jacksonville, FL passed away November 23, 1998 following a lengthy illness. Margaret was a life long resident of Jacksonville. She was a member of Lynnwood Christian Church and worked over 20 years at Lab Corp. in Jacksonville. Margaret was preceded in death by her mother, Rebecca Travassos. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Larry Colgan; sons, Larry Colgan, Jr. and Jorge Colgan; father Job J. Travassos; sister, Deborah Kennedy; brother Job Travassos, Jr.; all of Jacksonville and brother Frank M. Travassos of Rockledge, FL.; 1 granddaughter, Yasmine Michelle Colgan. Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 28, 1998 at 10:00 AM at Penney Farms Cemetery, Penney Farms, FL, Rev. Manuel Travassos officiating. The family will receive friends at Helm Funeral Home, Friday, November 27, 1998 from 6:00-9:00PM. HELM FUNERAL HOME Green Cove Springs, directing.

Linda Carole Tubisville (Peacock) died on March 29, 1989 in San Diego, California at the age of 47. She was born on September 8, 1941 in Jacksonville, Florida. She married in her hometown on October 22, 1960 and had three children during her marriage. 

Jane Turnage Jenkins, wife, mother, and grandmother died peacefully on March 2, 2020. She was 80. Jane is survived by her son Hugh Neff Jenkins III, daughter Patricia Jenkins Quidley, her brother Thomas Leroy Turnage, Jr., six grandchildren Abigail, Cole, and Catherine Quidley, Luke, Kelly, and Avery Jenkins and her beloved dog Max. She is pre-deceased by her husband, Hugh Neff Jenkins, Jr, and her sisters Ann Turnage Shumer, and Laurie Turnage Braddock.

Born on August 15th, 1942, in Jacksonville, FL. She grew up in Live Oak, Florida for most of her childhood and although she dreaded moving to Jacksonville for her junior year, she embraced the opportunity, becoming a cheerleader and loving every minute attending Lee High School. At Florida State University she was a member the Kappa Delta Sorority and the Florida State Flying High Circus which gave her the chance to travel abroad. After college, she moved to Atlanta to become a schoolteacher where she met Neff. They had their first date on Lake Lanier on his boat that they kept their entire marriage.

Jane loved to travel, play tennis, exercise, and being on Lake Lanier with her husband, Neff, family, and friends. She also had a second career as a tour guide in Atlanta and was the host for many Coca Cola Scholars events. She loved Atlanta and enjoyed showing off the history of her adopted city to students and visitors. She was an avid journalist who kept meticulous records of her days, holidays, and family events. Many times Jane was the unseen person behind the camera capturing all the precious moments of her family and friends.

Jane’s greatest joy and passion was being a mom and grandmother. She took her grandchildren on many adventures like “Cousin Chaos” and “Camp Grandma” which she planned with her sister Laurie.

Jane was a connector who had many social circles that she kept in contact with over her lifetime dating back to her childhood in Live Oak. She kept in touch regularly with friends from high school, her sorority, the FSU Circus, the neighborhood, and her church. She was considered by many to be “the glue that kept them together.”

Jane was an active member of St. Martin’s in the Field Episcopal Church of Brookhaven for over 50 years. She was part of the Stephen’s Ministry. She had a deep faith instilled by her parents and always treasured her “quiet time” in the mornings with her prayer dog, Max.

Jane was a butterfly ready to fly and remained courageous and positive after her stroke. People remember her as a strong fighter that never gave up and she savored every bit of life to its fullest.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, March 27th at St. Martins in the Fields Episcopal Church on 3110 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Brookhaven, GA 30319. In lieu of flowers, the family asks contributions be made to the Suthers Center for Christian Outreach at 3550 – F Broad Street, Chamblee, GA 30341 or the charity of your choice.

Linda Sue Turner (Snell) was born on June 2, 1941 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She married Doyle Ray Snell in 1968 in Jacksonville, Florida. She died on January 5, 2009 in Jacksonville, Florida at age 67.

Myra Lee Tyner Kremer, age 74, passed away on July 15, 2017 in Jacksonville, Florida. Myra was born on November 4, 1942 in Brooklyn, New York to Reuben and Clara Tyner. She was a longtime member of St. Matthews Catholic Church. She worked as an office manager for Aramark and had also worked for Voyager Life Insurance in accounting and as a teacher’s aide at Hyde Park Elementary School. She loved cooking big holidays meals for her family and friends and she was also well known for her taco dinners. Myra was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend; she will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. Myra is preceded in death by her parents, Reuben and Clara Tyner; her sister Charlotte Stevens; and her husband Richard Kremer, of 54 years. She is survived by her three daughters Kim Wunschel (Victor), Cindy Keeble (Bill), and DuAnn Kremer (Kristin); two grandchildren Clara and Ricky; and one sister Sylvia Pope. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 11:00am at Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Boulevard. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service beginning at 10:00am. Father Jose Kulathinal will serve as officiant. Burial will follow at the Jacksonville National Cemetery on Thursday, July 20, 2017, beginning at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida.

Ann Tyre (Welch), age 79, of Sandersville passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021, at her residence. A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at 3:00 P.M. at Sisters Baptist Church with burial in White Oak Church Cemetery. Reverend Dr. Brian Welch will officiate. Pallbearers will be Nate Taylor, Graham Welch, Clint Welch, Tony Welch, Caleb Lord and Charlie Welch. The Sandersville Gideons and Auxiliary will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Mrs. Welch was born in Lake City, Florida and reared in Jacksonville. She was the daughter of the late Clarence Tyre and the late Virginia Adams Tyre. Mrs. Welch spent her working career as an administrative assistant, retiring from the Georgia Department of Corrections. She enjoyed reading and was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. Mrs. Welch was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was always a huge supporter of her grandchildren, especially in their athletic endeavors. Mrs. Welch was a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ and lived out her faith as a member of the Sandersville Gideons Auxiliary. She was a member of Sisters Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Silent Seekers Sunday School Class. Mrs. Welch is predeceased by her grandson, Chase Welch.

Survivors include: her husband of 57 years, Richard Welch of Sandersville; children, Brian Welch and his wife Karen of Savannah, Kelli W. Taylor and her husband Ron of Wrightsville, and Daniel Welch and his wife Tracy of Sandersville; grandchildren, Jade Taylor, Nate Taylor, Graham Welch, Chayce Welch, Addison Welch, and Bralee Welch; siblings, Edie Bass of Ruston, LA and Jerry Tyre and his wife Anne of Jacksonville, FL; and many other family and friends.

Carol Elizabeth Van Huss (Williams) died on November 22, 1990, at age 48 in Putnam County, Florida.
 
 

Richard "Mickey" Vaughn passed away on March 5, 2000.

Lloyd "Tom" Vickery Jr., 66, passed away Wednesday April 29, 2009 at his home. He was born January 25, 1943, in Jacksonville where he has lived all his life. He was a member of Murray Hill Baptist Church. He had a passion for fishing, boat racing, hunting, camping, an avid Gator fan and most of all his family and friends. He would do anything for anyone and was a true friend who had no enemies. He retired from JEA as a Facilities Director. He is survived by his father, L.T. Vickery Sr., his devoted wife of 43 years, Myrna Vickery, his son, Scott Vickery (Christy), 4 cousins, a nephew, Andrew Vickery, 2 nieces, Shannon Tilly and Nancy Carpenter, 5 very special great-nieces and great-nephew.

Edith Merian "Mimi" Von Glahn (Bonstelle) was born on June 28, 1942 in Jacksonville and died on June 29, 1995, in Charleston, South Carolina. Her husband, George Chester Bonstelle Jr., died the same day. 

Ronny Waldron passed away June 11, 2000 in Jacksonville, FL.  He served as a CMSGT with the Air Force in Viet Nam.

Frank Patton "Pat" Walker passed away on February 18, 2013 in Raleigh, NC.

Roger Vincent Wetherington, Jr. passed away suddenly in New York City, N.Y. on July 26, 2009. He was born March 12, 1942, to Roger V. Wetherington and Ruby Jones Wetherington in Jacksonville, Fla. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville and received a full academic scholarship to Columbia University. His graduating class had four National Merit Scholars and most of his friends went to the "Ivy League" schools as well. He became a true New Yorker, a home he was destined for, though his heritage had deep southern roots. He graduated with a degree in journalism and began his journalistic career with The New York Daily News, first as a a copy boy, then as a medical reporter and then as the Manhattan, Bronx and Staten Island editor. As a reporter he had innumerable articles published with his byline. He continued his education at the University of Southern California and received his PHD in mass communication/journalism. He began teaching journalism at Long Beach State University while earning his doctorate. Dr. Wetherington spent a year as a Fulbright Scholar teaching in Kazakhstan. He was a professor of journalism at St. Johns University and continued to work for both The Daily News and The New York Times until his death. He had an 'encyclopedic mind," loved horses and Wagnerian Opera. He was clever, funny and endearingly kind. He was preceded in death by his parents, his dear aunt, Frances W. Smith and his brother Dennis Wetherington. He leaves his wife Andra Miller; his son Brady M. Wetherington (Nicola); his sister, Janice W. Evans (Lindy); two special cousins, Kathy Smith and Eleanor Chandler (Kim); two dear friends, Claude Ashby and Mieczyslaw Pawlowski; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held in New York at 2 p.m. on Aug. 16, 2009 at The New York Society for Ethical Culture. Memorial gifts may be sent to the New York Metropolitan Opera in his name.

Joseph A. “Joe” White, Jr. was born October 29, 1942 and died on March 17, 2011 at age 68.
 
 

Richard Britton White, 78, of Salisbury, Maryland passed away peacefully on July 4, 2020 at the Stansell house in Berlin, Maryland.  Born in Norfolk, VA he was the son of the late Joseph Howard White and Alta White Eastwood. He was a 1964 graduate of Florida State University and an Air Force Veteran. He spent most of his career in sales for ADT Security. Upon retirement, he worked at the Center for Conflict Resolution at SU. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Phyllis Trice White.  A daughter Holly Jo White of Atlanta, GA, son Richard Shawn White of Marietta, GA, Sister Linda Kinsey (Jason, Todd and Lisa) of Gainesville, GA, Sister-in-laws Elaine Dirickson (Todd) and Nancy Evans (Mark) both from Salisbury, Maryland. Also, the child of his late sister-in-law Mailou Willey (Jaime Lyn). Mr. White was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Salisbury.  He enjoyed the pickle ball club at the YMCA and was a member of the Delmarva Hand Dance Club. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Meals On Wheels, Mac Inc. at 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, Maryland 21804.

Michael Edward Wigelius passed away August 7, 1981 in Tallahassee, FL. He is buried at Riverside Memorial Park cemetery in Jacksonville, FL. Mike graduated from FSU and went into the U.S. Army, First Infantry Division (Big Red One) as a Second Lieutenant. He was later promoted to Captain, served in Vietnam, and returned with two Bronze Stars.

The family will hold a private memorial service for James Wiley Wilkerson at Cedar Creek Cemetery, Sanderson, Florida on Sunday September 7, 2003. His memory will be cherished by brothers Michael Donnelly (Peggy) Irving and Eddie Wilkerson; sisters Cathy Grubb (Kevin) Gary, Ind., Patty Kennedy (David) Gary, Ind., Betty Sue Pieper (Bill) Sheila Stoner( Michael) and a host of other relatives and friends.

Frederick Arnold Williams passed away peacefully on December 15, 2023. Fred was born and raised in Jacksonville, Fl. After graduating from Robert E. Lee High School, he served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Texas for 2 years.

After the mission, he went on to Brigham Young University in Utah where he graduated with a Master's in Public Administration. He worked for over 30 years as a civil servant for the state of Florida with most of those years being in Tallahassee.

While in Utah, Fred met and married his sweet wife, Sue, who was also studying at BYU. They went on to have 4 children that they raised in Tallahassee, FL.

Fred very much enjoyed his time in retirement and seemed to be busier than ever. He loved being outside on his tractor and working in his garden. Sharing the fruits of his labor brought him joy. Fred had a knack for building and fixing anything, so there was always a new project in the works. He was also very active in politics after he and Sue moved to Jefferson County, FL.

Fred was predeceased by his mother, Annie Viola Saari, and his father, Noah Edward Williams, and his grandson, Baylor Maxey. He is survived by his wife, Sue, and his 4 children Kimberly Thomas (Duane Thomas), Courtney Thomas (Josh Thomas), Tiffany Maxey (Tim Maxey), and Dallin Williams (Sidney). He also left behind 11 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Raymond Albert Williams, Jr. was born February 9, 1942 and died July 6, 2007 at age 65 in Crestview, Florida.

Winifred "Winnie" Williams (Knowlton) passed away on December 24, 2023.

John Lilburn Wise was born March 4, 1942 and died December 24, 2021.

Susan Margaret Wright (Underwood) was born on November 2, 1942 in Jacksonville, Florida. She married Robert Thomas Underwood in 1966 in Jacksonville, Florida. She died on April 8, 1979 in her hometown at age 36. She was buried at Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida.

Julian Gary Zetterower, 58, passed away at 1:46PM on September 30, 2000. He was employed at the Duval County School Board as a Guidance Counselor. Earlier in his life he served as a Reservist in the U. S. Marine Corp. He is deeply loved and missed by his family and friends.  He was a fine, Christian man with a gentle soul and kind, loving heart. You filled so many lives with happiness, thank you for being a great husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; sons, Paul and Aaron; daughter, Alice; sisters, Grace Newman and Leisa Athey.  Gary is buried at Jacksonville Memory Gardens in Orange Park, Florida.