Recent Obituaries and Notices

George Edward Taylor

George Edward Taylor

April 25, 2026

George Edward Taylor passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

He was born in Philadelphia, PA on May 28, 1935. He grew up in the Germantown neighborhood.

When he was 15 years old, he and his family moved to Penns Grove, New Jersey; there he met and fell in love with a shy, pretty girl named Edith Harcum. They dated throughout high...

Gary Causey

Gary Causey

April 20, 2026

Gary Causey passed peacefully on April 20th, surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of service, devotion to family, and a life well lived.

Gary was born and raised in Pierson, Florida where he was known as an exceptional student and a talented baseball player. He carried that same discipline, intelligence, and steady determination throughout his life.

Gary married the love of...

Donald Lee McCoin

Donald Lee McCoin

April 3, 2026

Donald “Don” Lee McCoin, 81, of Jacksonville, FL, went to be with the Lord on Good Friday, April 3, 2026.

Born on March 9, 1945, in Tulsa, OK to his father Edward McCoin and mother Dona McCoin, Don spent his early childhood years playing on his grandparents’ farm. He spent his later childhood and early teens attending John Calvin Presbyterian Church...

Jeff Guy

Jeff Guy

April 1, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeff Guy on April 1st, 2026, after a sudden illness.

Jeff lived life to the fullest! He was a true Floridian, having grown up in Naples Florida, and is a Coast Guard Veteran. He was an avid surfer and skydiver. You would often see Jeff at the Poles with his...

Michael Collier Searcy

Michael Collier Searcy

March 30, 2026

Michael “Mike” Collier Searcy, 64, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026. Born May 5, 1961, in Jacksonville—a city he loved and proudly called home—Mike was the beloved son of Janet S. Searcy and the late Herbert C. Searcy.

A Jacksonville native, Mike graduated from Terry Parker High School in 1979. Over the years Mike put his energy...

Marian Siegel

Marian Siegel

March 16, 2026

With heavy hearts, we remember Marian Siegel, who went to be with the Lord on March 16, 2026, at the age of 80.

She was born on May 18, 1945, in Melbourne, Florida, to Harry Arthur Beeder and Edith Juanita Scott. Marian grew up surrounded by the love of her family. She grew up in Jacksonville, Florida and carried her free-spirited...

Sandra Lee White

Sandra Lee White

March 15, 2026

Sandra “Sandy” Lee White, 78, of Jacksonville, FL passed on March 15, 2026. She was born on March 19, 1947, in Lakewood, OH to Edna and Arthur Schulze.

Sandy graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, OH, with majors in mathematics and German. She worked in accounting and consulting in Chicago, IL and Jacksonville, FL. She earned an MBA at Northwestern...

Pamela Jean Cranford

Pamela Jean Cranford

March 14, 2026

Pamela Jean Cranford, 68, of Jacksonville, FL passed away at her home on March 14, 2026.

Pamela was born to William and Lorraine Ballantine in Dayton, FL on June 2, 1957.

Pamela will be remembered for her resilience, faith, and the love she held for her family and friends.

Pamela is survived by her husband Kenneth Cranford and her son Brent Cranford.

Richard Henry Farrell, Jr.

Richard Henry Farrell, Jr.

March 9, 2026

Richard Henry Farrell, Jr., 86, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at home. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be missed very much and remembered with love and gratitude.

Richard was born in Chicago, Illinois, on February 23, 1940, to Richard Henry Farrell, Sr. and Patricia Arvilla Harmon. He lived most of...

Violet Swinsburg

Violet Swinsburg

March 1, 2026

Violet Swinsburg, 93, of St Johns, Fl (formerly a resident of The Villas at Spanish Oaks, Ocala, Fl) passed away on March 1, 2026, at Baptist South Hospital under Community Hospice Care with her family by her side.

Violet was born to Rose and Cyrus Shearer on May 16, 1932, in Moria, Pa. She was raised in Hazleton, Pa and later...

Patrick James Boleky

Patrick James Boleky

February 25, 2026

Patrick James Boleky of Middleburg, Florida passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2026 at the age of 46. He was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. He met his wife Shelly Boleky at 19. They were soulmates. They had 4 beautiful children together.

Patrick is survived by his wife Shelly Boleky, his Children Tyler Boleky (Savannah Borum), Scott Boleky, Hannah Boleky,...

Joyce G. Combs Weinheimer

Joyce G. Combs Weinheimer

February 25, 2026

Our beloved mother, community leader, and former teacher, Joyce G Combs Weinheimer, age 96, died in Jacksonville FL on February 25, 2026. She is survived by her daughter, Joan Altemose, of Jacksonville FL, her son, Edward Weinheimer, Jr., of Monroe Township, NJ, 7 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband, Edward Weinheimer, sr., her daughter Linda...

John Thaxton

John Thaxton

February 20, 2026

John Thaxton: Author, 46er, and Pun-Master General (1949–2026)

John Thaxton—a man who could spot a rare warbler as easily as he could craft a perfect sentence—took his final hike on February 20, 2026. He was 77.

From the Bronx to the Backwoods

Born in the Bronx on January 25, 1949, John was the quintessential product of the New York City public school system—and...

John Anthony Boyle

John Anthony Boyle

February 18, 2026

John Anthony Boyle, 72, passed away on February 18, 2026. Born on July 8, 1953, in Baytown, Texas, John grew up in the community that shaped the strong sense of duty and determination that would define the rest of his life.

In 1973, John answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Navy. Over the next 22...

Lonnie M. Prince, Jr.

Lonnie M. Prince, Jr.

February 12, 2026

Lonnie M. Prince, Jr., passed away peacefully on the afternoon of February 12, 2026, surrounded by family at his bedside. In his final moments, prayers were offered by his balae, and words of love and reassurance filled the room as he was gently encouraged to rest and reunite with his beloved wife. Lonnie was born to Lonnie and Georgia Prince...

Kenneth Andrew Karvonen

Kenneth Andrew Karvonen

February 2, 2026

Kenneth Andrew Karvonen was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

He joined the Navy in 1958 as a boiler technician, retiring after 23 years. He started a new career in nuclear power as a technical writer and retired in 2004.

He was proceeded in death by his wife Dorothy Karvonen and granddaughter Chelsea Karvonen. He is survived by his three...

Judy Katherine Price

Judy Katherine Price

February 1, 2026

Judy was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who adored her family, the children in her life, and her pets. She is survived by her mother, Eleanor “Tots” Price; her brothers, Vance Jr., and Bobby; her niece Nika; and her nephews Christopher and Luke.

She is preceded in death by her father, Vance Sr., and her sister, Jackie.

Judy will be...

Doris Laurine Wolff Mellion

Doris Laurine Wolff Mellion

January 31, 2026

Doris Laurine Wolff Mellion, peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on January 31, 2026. She was 99 years old. She is survived by her son Paul Mellion, her nieces Linda Umla, (Vivienne Munden), Wendy Umla, Gigi Andryszewski, (Rich Andryszewski), Jill Hutchinson, (Jerry Hutchinson) and her great nephews Cole Hutchinson and Neil Hutchinson. Doris was devoted to her family and...

Keith A. Carrico

Keith A. Carrico

January 31, 2026

Keith A. Carrico, 59, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born on July 1, 1966, in Ironton, OH, to Donald R. Carrico and India P. Carrico.

Keith proudly served in the United States Navy from 1985 to 2009, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer from Naval Station Mayport. Following his military career, he earned a...

Constance Jean Parish Wilson

Constance Jean Parish Wilson

January 31, 2026

Constance “Connie” Jean Parish Wilson passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.

Born on September 20, 1951, in Jacksonville, Connie was the daughter of the late Dwight H. Parish, Sr. and Mary L. (Parish) Ard. She graduated from Riverside High School in 1969 and went on to dedicate her life to education. A retired educator, Connie taught...