Obituaries

Aug 13, 2024

Nancy Jean Graham, formerly of Melbourne, peacefully passed away on the evening of August 13, 2024, at her place of residence in Middleburg, FL surrounded by her family and friends.

Nancy was born to parents, Dorthy and Gene Vollmer on October 24, 1950, in Los Angeles, CA. She was a stay-at-home mother until she and her husband...

Aug 12, 2024

Shirley Ann Weimer, 88, of Orange Park, FL passed away on August 12, 2024. She was born in Salem, NJ to the late Louis and Frances Green. Shirley was an X-ray technician until she started a family and became a homemaker. She enjoyed Church, Red Hats, Garden Club, playing Bridge and traveling.

Mrs. Weimer is survived by...

Aug 12, 2024

Lester Howard Mickler, known to most as "Mike", passed away at home at the age of eighty-seven on 8/12/2024, on the day of his 63rd Wedding Anniversary. Mike was born on March 14, 1937, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida, beginning the 9th generation of Florida-born Micklers, who dated from the mid 1700’s.

Mike’s early years...

Aug 9, 2024

Todd Carr, 51, of Orange Park, Florida, passed away on August 9, 2024.

He was born on June 16, 1973 in Mount Pleasant, Michigan to Vickie and David Carr.

Todd is survived by his children Devin Hawkins & Breanna Hawkins and his mother Vickie Post.

Aug 7, 2024

One beautiful soul returned to heaven as Norma Jean Tutton, age 89, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024 following a short illness.  She was surrounded by her family and friends in her home in Keystone Heights, Florida. She will be missed tremendously, but we thank God for the time He gifted us to spend with her and love...

Aug 6, 2024

Dr. Marcia Lynn Lamkin, 71, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on August 6, 2024. Marcia was born to Richard and June Lamkin on December 23, 1952, in Syracuse, New York, and grew up in Skaneateles, New York.  She held many degrees and certifications, including an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from Teacher’s College of Columbia.

Dr. Marcia, as...

Jul 27, 2024

Stewart W. Allen 63 passed away after a brief courageous battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.

He was born in Savannah Georgia to Joann Conley and Herbert Allen, who proceeded him in death along with his brothers Butch Allen & Ricky Allen, his beloved mother-in-law Carrie Belle Vituschi who loved her Stewie Dewie, and his wild and crazy...

Jul 25, 2024

Katherine “Kay” Koenig, 85, of Daytona Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Community Hospice of Jacksonville on July 25, 2024. Kay was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 1, 1939 to Helen and John Rhodes.

She went to a Catholic grammar school where the nuns instilled in her a strong sense of service...

Jul 24, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Rose Frances Fernando, 64 of Jacksonville Florida on Wednesday July 24, 2024, of natural causes.  Rose was born on August 3, 1959, to Abraham and Marilyn in Los Angeles, California then moved and lived in New York where she met Frank Quinteros with whom she spent countless years...

Jul 20, 2024

Charles “Chucky” Walker Rogers, Jr. passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, after a brief illness at the age of 77.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Walker Rogers, Sr. and Beverly Nalle Rogers along with his daughter, Adrienne Elizabeth Rogers.

Chucky is survived by his cherished wife of 53 years, Carol Whittaker Rogers;...

Jul 16, 2024

After a long and full life, on July 16, 2024, at age 83, Mary Elaine Ratterree passed from this world to her new home in God’s Kingdom. Mary Elaine was born in Macon, Georgia on January 11, 1941. As a small child, she lived with her parents and brother in Orlando, Florida. Mary Elaine was becoming a fiercely independent...

Jul 14, 2024

James “Jim” Richard Stuebgen, age 84, passed away on July 14, 2024.  He was born on February 24, 1940, in Steubenville, Ohio to Irene Zewe and William F. Stuebgen.

After serving in the Navy, Jim began his career in computers with Burroughs, which later became Unisys.  When he retired, he worked at H&R Block as a tax...

Jul 11, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Wesley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He left us on July 11, 2024. Born on October 27, 1957, he lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished moments.

Mark was a man of great humor and love. He had a knack for...

Jul 11, 2024

Christopher “Chris” J. Varnes, 37, passed away July 11, 2024, at Community Hospice’s Douglas Center, Baptist Medical Center, Jacksonville, Florida. Chris was born May 4, 1987, in Jacksonville, Florida.

Chris was preceded in death by his father, Van Varnes. He is survived by his mother Greta Masters, his brother Ron Varnes, three nieces whom he loved, many...

Jul 10, 2024

Lance D. Williams, 74, of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away after a brief illness on July 10, 2024.

Born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, he graduated from Great Valley High School, then Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania in 1972. He was a member, then president of the Alpha Chi Ro fraternity in his senior year.

Mr....

Jul 10, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Aranya Mark Donaldson, known affectionately as Mark, on July 10th, 2024. Born on December 26, 1972, in Wiesbaden, Germany, Mark spent his formative years in Wilmington, North Carolina, where he developed a lifelong love for the beach and the ocean.

A graduate of John T....

Jul 9, 2024

William Ned Failor, fondly known as “Bill,” passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, humor, and dedication that touched the lives of many. Born on July 5, 1950, to Shirley and Harlan Failor in Toledo, Ohio, Bill lived a life full of passion, achievement, and most importantly, love.

Bill graduated from...

Jul 9, 2024

Donald Richard Bell Sr. transitioned into the presence of Jesus on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at the HCA Orange Park Hospital in Orange Park, Florida. He fought a good fight with an extended illness but gained his eternal reward. Donald Richard Bell Sr. was born to James and Grace Bell on October 29,1955 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Donald...

Jul 3, 2024

Larry A. Kelley III passed away on July 3, 2024, at the age 84 with loved ones by his side.

Larry was born in 1939 to Lawrence Abney Kelley Jr. and Frances Lane Kelley. He spent most of his early childhood in Southern California. His father was in the Navy, and they moved to Orange Park, Florida...

Jul 3, 2024

Carl J. Gabler, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2024.  He was born October 24, 1942 to Charles & Mary Gabler in McKees Rocks, PA where he was raised. After graduating from high school, he attended Duquesne University.

Carl moved to Florida where he worked for many years in retail as the gift shop...