Recent Obituaries and Notices
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Larry Hendrix Monts, Sr.
January 31, 2026
The man. The myth. The coach. The legend. Our Dad.
Larry Hendrix Monts Sr., born February 17, 1937, in Newberry, South Carolina, to Riley Hendrix Monts and Helen Monts, went on to glory on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Larry was a proud and devoted father to Larry “Chip” Monts Jr. (wife Ame’), Michael Cary Monts (wife Tanya), and daughter Jennifer Hickman (husband...
Rachel McKenzie Cook
January 29, 2026
Rachel McKenzie Cook passed away on January 29, 2026. Her husband, Greg, was by her side. Born In Jacksonville Florida to Robert Irving McKenzie and Leona Adele McKenzie, she lived a very interesting, long and wonderful life.
Rachel was an Air Force veteran and a Jones College graduate. She went on to open many businesses including several cosmetology schools, acting as...
Helene Joanne Smith
January 27, 2026
Helene Joanne Smith, 71, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Joanne was born on March 12, 1954, in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Sidney R. Smith, Sr. and Patricia R. (Smith) Milbee. She graduated from Sandalwood High School in 1972 and was a life-long Jacksonville resident. Joanne was a retired commercial account manager and a Certified...
William J. Moore, Sr.
January 24, 2026
With hearts full of love, gratitude, and celebration, we honor the life of William J. Moore Sr., a devoted husband, father, son, and man of unwavering faith, who courageously fought cancer with every ounce of strength, determination, and will he possessed. His battle reflected the way he lived — boldly, faithfully, and surrounded by love.
He was the proud and loving...
Sue F. Boyette
January 18, 2026
Sue F. Boyette, wife, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love.
She leaves behind her devoted husband of 33 years, James Boyette her loving daughter, Jennifer McBride; cherished grandchildren, Johnathan Ardolino, Mary Lee Santos, and Christian Santos; and great-grandchildren, Brayden, Greyson, Gracelynn, and Molly.
Sue was a vibrant soul with a heart full of love for animals, music,...
Frederick Arthur Barthlow
January 17, 2026
Our beloved Frederick “Arthur” Barthlow was called to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at his home in Middleburg, Florida. He went peacefully in his sleep.
Arthur was born in Green Cove Springs, Florida to Lois Evelyn McLean Barthlow and Frederick William Barthlow on May 8, 1946. After graduating from Orange Park High School,...
Larry Wayne Kershner
January 16, 2026
Larry Wayne “Coach” Kershner, 78, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Born on January 23, 1947, in Hagerstown, Maryland, Larry lived a life defined by service, leadership, and a profound love for people.
A proud member of the South Hagerstown High School Class of 1965, Larry pursued higher education with determination, ultimately earning his MBA from...
Betty Ann Tomlinson
January 16, 2026
Betty Ann Tomlinson, a beloved mother, wife, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend, passed peacefully away on January 16, 2026.
She was born in Chattanooga, TN on October 23, 1943 to the late Robert Crain and Carolyn Keyes Crain.
Betty Ann had a passion for life and people. She enjoyed meeting people and loved the beach and spent many summers at her favorite...
Mari Lyn Grace Jones Nowotny
January 14, 2026
Mari Lyn Grace Jones Nowotny of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2026, at Community Hospice and Palliative Care in Jacksonville, Florida, after a long battle with cancer.
Born on August 28, 1967, in Springfield, Missouri, to the late Mary Emma Louise (Clevenger) Jones and Roger Brent Jones. She will be remembered for her kind, caring, compassionate,...
James Nihme Abdullah
January 14, 2026
James “Nihme” Abdullah, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born November 24, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan.
Nihme proudly served in the U.S. Army and fought in the Vietnam War and was a member of All Souls Anglican Church. He enjoyed metal searching, fishing, and target shooting, and was known as a generous brother, loyal friend, and...
Catherine Sophia Lopez
January 12, 2026
Catherine Sophia LOPEZ (Gleeson)
January 14, 1951 – January 12, 2026
Catherine “Katie” Sophia Gleeson was born January 14, 1951, in Duluth, Minnesota and was the second child and only daughter of Michael Joseph Gleeson and Catherine Friis Odegard. Losing her mother to cancer at the age of 15 and her father to heart failure at the age of 18, Katie faced...
Brenda McCann Flinn
January 10, 2026
Brenda McCann Flinn, 70 Middleburg, Fl passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital.
She was born on December 27th, 1955, in Stockton California to the late Stanley and Dorothy McMann.
Brenda grew up in Jacksonville, graduated from Florida State College. She worked at Florida Blue as a developer then as a system software programmer with Black Knight.
Brenda was...
Sarah Katherine Kelly Reifers
January 9, 2026
Sarah Katherine Kelly Reifers, lovingly known as Kathy and affectionately called “Mimi, Mama-K, Mom, Mrs. Mack, Boog, Baby, Aunt Kathy, Miss Kathy, Aunt Kachy, Kafee, Aunt Mimi” passed away on January 9, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by family. She was 72 years old.
Born on May 25, 1953, in Charleston, South Carolina, Kathy spent part of her early years in...
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