Obituaries

Gary Beck

Gary Beck

Oct 29, 2025

Gary Beck, 86, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025. Born on October 6, 1939, in Washington, D.C., he was the beloved husband of Virginia Beck, devoted father to Laura Howell and Michael Gillette, and the son of the late Ann and Philip Beck.

A scholar and educator, Gary earned master’s degrees in both physics and engineering, achievements...

Elva Jean Ulery

Elva Jean Ulery

Oct 23, 2025

Elva Jean Ulery, 89 passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on July 17, 1936, in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, Elva Jean was daughter to Julia Rachel (Isola) Rega and Carmen Donald Rega.

In 1956 Elva Jean married the love of her life, Roger Reed Ulery, Jr. Together they shared an extraordinary 69 years of...

Monica Shillings Biroc

Monica Shillings Biroc

Oct 22, 2025

Monica Biroc, 66, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by her loving family.

Our beloved Monica was born on December 16, 1958, in Glen Ridge, NJ to Heinrich and Ingeborg Shillings. She joined her older sister, Yvonne and later by her younger sister, Sandra, in their Cedar Grove, NJ residence. Their active home was filled with...

Charles Alfred Bennett, Jr.

Charles Alfred Bennett, Jr.

Oct 13, 2025

Charles Alfred Bennett, Jr., 83, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on October 13, 2025.

Larry Einbinder

Larry Einbinder

Oct 4, 2025

Larry Einbinder passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, at the age of 81. He leaves behind a legacy of laughter and unforgettable memories.

He is survived by his daughters, Allison Einbinder and Jill Coursey, his grandchildren Reno, Dayton, Sloan, and Vegas Coursey, his brother Robert Einbinder, and his nephew Joshua Einbinder. He was preceded in death by...

Dorothy Ann Sattely

Dorothy Ann Sattely

Oct 3, 2025

Dorothy “Dottie” Ann Sattely, 71, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on June 16, 1954, in Dover, New Jersey, Dottie lived a beautiful life centered around love, laughter, and family. She spent most of her years in Mine Hill, NJ, where she and her husband, Dennis Sattely, shared an...

Henry Francis Serveiss, Jr.

Henry Francis Serveiss, Jr.

Sep 29, 2025

Henry Francis Serveiss, Jr., 73, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on September 29, 2025.

Henry was born to Lillian Serveiss and Henry Francis Serveiss, Sr. on January 8, 1952. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, served in the USMC and US Army, graduated from Fort Polk Louisianna in 1970, and retired from Crowley. He married Dorothea Emily Serveiss twice—once on...

Delano W. Dukes

Delano W. Dukes

Sep 27, 2025

Delano W. Dukes passed away on September 27, 2025, at the age of 69.

Delano was born on January 15, 1956, in Jacksonville, FL.

Delano is preceded in death by his mother Gretrude Dukes Falana, his father Leon Dukes, and his brothers Milton, Rodney, Henry, David, James, Lonnie, and Lavant Dukes.

He is survived by his two brothers Gress Dukes & Warren Dukes,...

Ernest Richard Nader

Ernest Richard Nader

Sep 23, 2025

Ernest “Ernie” Richard Nader of Jacksonville, FL (formerly of Longmont, CO and White Cloud, MI) found his home with his Lord and Savior on September 23, 2025.

Ernie was born on January 13, 1942, to Abraham and Laura (Graham) Nader, the oldest of eight siblings. He was a graduate of White Cloud High School and held a Bachelor’s of Computer Sciences...

Shirley Lee King Sanchez

Shirley Lee King Sanchez

Sep 20, 2025

Our precious Mom, Shirley Lee King Sanchez, 79, journeyed on to be with our Lord in heaven, on September 20, 2025. Our mother was born on February 9, 1946, in Augusta, Arkansas, surrounded by cotton fields. Raised by her mother, Minnie Lee, and stepfather, Robert E. Lee Goodwin, Jr, whom she adored. Growing up, Shirley was especially close to her...

Carl E. Pegel, Sr.

Carl E. Pegel, Sr.

Sep 18, 2025

Carl Eugene Pegel Sr. "Sorry Dog"

Carl Eugene Pegel Sr., 79, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Born on November 10, 1945, in Alliance, Ohio, Carl was the son of Elinor (Grace) Pegel and William R. Pegel (Stepfather). He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved son, Carl E....

Frederick James Losco, Jr.

Frederick James Losco, Jr.

Sep 18, 2025

Freddie Losco, Jr., 60, of Mandarin, Florida, passed away peacefully September 18, 2025. A lifelong resident of Mandarin, Freddie was deeply rooted in the community he loved and served.

For 40 years, he proudly owned and operated Losco Plumbing, a business built on his hard work, integrity, and commitment to helping others. Through his craft, Freddie touched countless lives and earned...

Sandy Goulet

Sandy Goulet

Sep 18, 2025

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord!”

Sandy Goulet has departed from her earthly body & is no longer in pain. Below are the dear words from her daughter, Shay Calhoun.

“Dear Friends and family,

Today, God chose to welcome home one of His warriors in faith. Sandra Goulet has passed on to be with the Lord...

Robert Michael Holt

Robert Michael Holt

Sep 17, 2025

Robert “Bob” Michael Holt, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025. Born in New Hartford, NY, on July 16, 1969, Bob was a beloved son, brother, husband, and friend who brought joy to everyone around him.

He is survived by his parents, Marie Holt of Port Orange, FL, and Robert Holt of Beverly, MA, as well as his...

Ronnie L. McCain

Ronnie L. McCain

Sep 15, 2025

Ronnie “Ron” L. McCain died in his Jacksonville, Florida, home on Sept. 15, 2025. He was 68.

He was born on April 11, 1957, in Arkansas to Lorretta Louise Westbrook Estes.

Ron was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran before spending more than 20 years at Landstar System, Inc. working in the IT and purchasing departments. He was always willing to partake...

John Terry, Jr.

John Terry, Jr.

Sep 15, 2025

Husband to his one and only true love, the late Maxine Carol Terry, and father of 10, John was born in Dover, Florida on February 25, 1939, to John and Josephine Terry and left his earthly body peace fully while watching television on September 15, 2025.

After his father’s early death, John and his 4 brothers lived in an orphanage (his...

Mary Katherine Stewart

Mary Katherine Stewart

Sep 13, 2025

Mary Katherine (Morgan) Stewart, 78, of Saint Johns, Fl, passed away on September 13, 2025.

Born in Sylva, North Carolina and raised in Bryson City, North Carolina, she went on to earn a master’s degree in psychology from Temple University. She moved to Atlanta, Georgia after college and, in 1986, she moved to the greater-Jacksonville, Florida area where she remained.

Mary spent...

Carla Kay Byrd

Carla Kay Byrd

Sep 11, 2025

Carla Kay Byrd, 60, of Jacksonville, Fl, passed away on September 11, 2025.

She was born on January 1, 1965, to her mother Drenna Dial.

Carla was the Associate Director of A Bright Beginnings Daycare in Jacksonville, Fl. She was married to William James Byrd. Carla loved her time with her children; it was her passion and gave her all the fulfillment...

Agnes T. Groskopf

Agnes T. Groskopf

Sep 9, 2025

Agnes T. Groskopf, 82, of Tinley Park, entered into eternal life on September 9, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. Agnes was born in Chicago on July 15, 1943, to Thekla and Joseph Doherty.

Agnes was predeceased by her father, her mother, and her husband of 61 years, Ralph J. Groskopf.

She is survived by her son, William (Lisiane) Groskopf. She was the fifth...

John Thomas Quern

John Thomas Quern

Sep 8, 2025

John T. Quern passed away September 8th in Jacksonville, Florida, after a brief illness.

John led his life with humor and enjoyed the company of family and friends.

John made acting his career, which spanned movies, television shows and commercials. Later in life, he became an acting instructor, encouraging the love of rehearsing and performing in others.

John loved music. That interest likely...