Obituaries
Robert Edward Nelson
Aug 11, 2025
Robert Edward Nelson, 89, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Born on January 5, 1936, in Washington, District of Columbia, Robert was the son of Edward Carlton Nelson and Sadie Dilley Nelson. He grew up with a strong sense of duty and service that would later define much of his life.
On January 20, 1954, Robert enlisted in...
John Opiela
Aug 7, 2025
John Opiela, 89, of Middleburg, FL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Born in Dupont, PA on April 18, 1936, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Kuna) Opiela. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy Opiela for 61 years. He devotedly cared for her through her challenging illness until her passing. He was a...
Rena Wilds Herndon
Aug 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rena (Wilds) Herndon, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Rena’s presence touched the lives of many. Though words can scarcely capture the depth of sorrow we feel, we honor and celebrate a life marked by kindness, resilience, and grace.
Born January 15, 1947 in Jacksonville, FL...
Frances Lawson
Aug 5, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of Frances Lawson, who departed this world peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 4:37 PM. She was 80 years old.
Born on January 20, 1945, Frances was a woman of quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering love for her family and community. She built a life rooted...
Peggy E. Varnes
Aug 4, 2025
Peggy E. Varnes passed away gently at HCA Memorial Hospital on August 4, 2025, from lung cancer.
She began her life on September 19, 1950, born to Cleve V. Varnes and Jennie D. Allen in Folkston, Georgia. Living with her nine siblings in Hilliard, Florida during her childhood, she graduated from West Nassau County High School in 1969. She became a...
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,...
Dale Nagasawa
Aug 2, 2025
Dale Nagasawa was the kind of man whose smile could light up a room and whose loyalty never wavered. Born the middle child of five, he grew up surrounded by the love and laughter of his siblings Donnie, Debby, David, and Dawn. As a boy, Dale was full of mischief and charm, often teaming up with his big sister Debby...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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