Obituaries

Scott Thomas Wood

Scott Thomas Wood

Aug 4, 2025

Scott Thomas Wood, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on Monday, August 4, at the age of 61.

Born on September 22, 1963, to parents Beverly Terrell Wood and Donald Strait Wood, Scott spent most of his life working in the sheet metal and construction industries. He was employed at Thermal Acoustics Corporation and Bellingham Marine, and worked alongside his brother, Mark,...

Francesca Romana Scotti Lindner

Francesca Romana Scotti Lindner

Aug 1, 2025

Francesca Romana Scotti Lindner passed away on August 1, 2025, after a long and gallant battle with breast cancer.

Fran was born in Florence, Italy on November 26, 1963, to Mario and Beatrice Scotti. After moving to the US, Fran completed high school at Granite City, Illinois before receiving her Bachelor of Science Degree from Florida State University. Fran went on...

Frederick VanRavenswaay

Frederick VanRavenswaay

Aug 1, 2025

Frederick “Fred” VanRavenswaay, formerly of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior from his home in Jacksonville, Florida on August 1, 2025, at the age of 88.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife, the love of his life for more than 54 years, Ila...

Jeffrey Mason Olive

Jeffrey Mason Olive

Aug 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey “Jeff” Mason Olive, who went to be with the Lord on August 1, 2025, at the age of 55.

Jeff was born on April 13, 1970, in Jacksonville, FL and was a resident of Jacksonville most of his life. He was a cherished son, loyal brother and a dear...

Barbara Milano

Barbara Milano

Jul 29, 2025

Barbara Milano, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was 73 years old. Barbara has gone home to be with the Lord where her mother, father and her favorite Aunt Vickie were waiting for her at Heaven’s gates.

Born on November 25, 1951, in...

Tracy Lynn Head

Tracy Lynn Head

Jul 26, 2025

Tracy Lynn Head (née Espie), born on January 9, 1965, in Lansing, Michigan, passed away on July 26, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. She was 60 years old.

Tracy’s life was marked by her deep love for family, her passion for caregiving, and her enduring connection to the water. She is lovingly remembered by her life partner, Jeffrey Waters; her two sons,...

Phillip Andrew Wilkinson

Phillip Andrew Wilkinson

Jul 23, 2025

Phillip “Phil” Andrew Wilkinson, 68, passed away on July 23, 2025, from an accident at home.

Phil was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 25, 1956, moved to Naples Florida at the age of 13 and became a lifelong Miami Dolphins fan. He has resided in Fruit Cove, Florida since 1996. He will be remembered for living a life of service,...

Elizabeth Jean Dickard Fowler

Elizabeth Jean Dickard Fowler

Jul 20, 2025

Elizabeth Jean Dickard Fowler, known to all as Betty, was born on January 11, 1932, in Cleveland, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents Ted and Leona Dickard. She is survived by her brother Ted Dickard, sister Dolores Atkins, children Janet Hughes (Mike), Judy Brooks, Jeffrey Powell (Rachel), Lisa Matzen (Rob), 4 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandson.

Betty...

Debra K. Bryan

Debra K. Bryan

Jul 20, 2025

Debra K. Bryan, 66, passed away on July 20, 2025, in Jacksonville, FL. Born on September 3, 1958, Debra was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her life, touching the hearts of everyone who knew her. 

Debra is survived by her loving husband, Richard Bryan; daughter, Devanie McCammon; sister, Marguerite Scarborough; granddaughters, Allysa Carpenter, Kayle Carpenter, and Cheyenne McCammon; and...

Jacquelyn Deane Tinsley

Jacquelyn Deane Tinsley

Jul 18, 2025

Jacquelyn “Jackie” Deane Tinsley, daughter of the late Charles Thomas Tinsley, Jr. and Mrs. Harriett Crawford Tinsley, passed away on July 18, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Jackie grew up in Richmond, Jacksonville, Florida and Atlanta, Georgia.

After graduating from North Fulton High School in Atlanta, Jackie worked in the travel industry for Eastern Air Lines,...

Lorna Gladys Cotton

Lorna Gladys Cotton

Jul 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of Lorna Gladys Cotton

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved sister, Lorna Gladys Cotton, age 74, of Jacksonville, Florida, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Born to the late Eddie and Catherine Mack Cotton of Jacksonville, Lorna was a woman of extraordinary compassion, intellect, and unwavering love who touched countless lives...

Karen Kimie Matthews

Karen Kimie Matthews

Jul 15, 2025

Karen Kimie Matthews, formerly Wise, nee Ishii, 80, passed away on July 15, 2025, under the care of Community Hospice at Baptist Medical Center South in Jacksonville, Florida. Karen will be lovingly remembered for her quiet grace, gentle humor, and the warmth she brought to those around her.

She was born in Hilo, Hawai’i on May 5, 1945 to Kenji and...

Marcus Sowers

Marcus Sowers

Jul 15, 2025

Mark passed away unexpectedly at 64 years old. In his later years, he started to look a bit like Santa—with a soft beard and an even softer heart.

Uncle Mark was one-of-a-kind. He was kind, generous, and humble—especially as he got older. He had a great sense of humor, a forgiving spirit, and a fierce loyalty to the people he cared...

Dennis Adrian Palmer

Dennis Adrian Palmer

Jul 13, 2025

Dennis Adrian Palmer, aged 73, passed away on July 13th, 2025, in St Johns, FL. He was born to Harold and Lorena Palmer on February 11th, 1952, in Pittsburg, Kansas. Dennis was a graduate of the University of Hawaii where he earned a Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology and Immunology. He also earned a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science...

Easton Elijah Gage Bruce

Easton Elijah Gage Bruce

Jul 13, 2025

Easton Elijah Gage Bruce, 22, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on July 13th, 2025.

Born to Catherine Chiumento and Paul Joseph Bruce on December 24th, 2002, in Orange Park, Florida, Easton was a graduate and hard worker and loved to learn new things. He was a parishioner at St. Paul's Catholic Church - Riverside where he was confirmed and enjoyed...

Kelsey Marta Echagarrua

Kelsey Marta Echagarrua

Jul 8, 2025

Kelsey Marta Echagarrua, 31, passed away on July 8, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. Born in Boca Raton, Florida on May 12, 1994, Kelsey lived a life marked by fierce independence, sharp humor, and an undeniable sense of style.

She earned her bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and went on to complete her master’s in accounting at the University of North...

Jackie Gail Brown

Jackie Gail Brown

Jul 8, 2025

Jackie Gail Brown was born on June 5th, 1972, in Moultrie, Ga. and passed away on July 8th, 2025.

She is survived by her mother Sandra Brown, father Doug Brown, sister Debra Roman, two nieces Brittany & Sara, four grandnieces, the love of her life Ben Woods, her two sons Justin & Allen, and her aunt Charlotte Hansen.

Jackie loved being outdoors...

Yvonne Sue Key

Yvonne Sue Key

Jul 6, 2025

Yvonne Sue Key, 77, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025. She was born on October 31, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Charles and Mary Christensen.

Yvonne was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her loving daughters, Melissa Key and Jennifer Atchison; her cherished grandchildren, Amanda Lane and Cooper Atchison; and her supportive...

Alfredo R. Oca, Sr.

Alfredo R. Oca, Sr.

Jul 4, 2025

Alfredo “Fred” R. Oca, Sr. of Jacksonville, Florida passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2025.

Born to Rustico and Esperanza Oca on August 12th, 1942, in Victoria, Philippines, he graduated from The University of Eastern Philippines, Michigan State University, and Michigan University. He worked at St Vincent's Medical Center in Riverside for 57 years specializing in bone marrow analysis.

Fred was married...

Ross Theo Weeks

Ross Theo Weeks

Jun 29, 2025

Ross Theo Weeks, 76, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on June 29, 2025.

A proud Jacksonville native, Ross was the youngest of five brothers born to Annie Lee Thomas and Theo Edward Weeks. Growing up in a humble but lively household in the Lackawanna area, he was part of countless memories, tales, and adventures that are still fondly...