Obituaries

January 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bobbilee Jadwin, a beloved soul who brought joy and laughter to all who knew her. Bobbilee's life was a testament to the beauty of a playful spirit, a thoughtful heart, and adventurous nature.

To her friends, Bobbilee had a remarkable way of making everyone feel valued...

January 23, 2025

Connie Gene Van Cleave, 83, of Saint Johns, Florida passed away peacefully Thursday, January 23, 2025 while in hospice care at Silver Treasures Saint Johns.

She was born October 10, 1941 in Honolulu, Hawaii, the daughter of William and Dorothy Bowen (Clark). William Bowen, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force as a fighter pilot was stationed...

January 21, 2025

Townley Hargraves, 73, of Jacksonville, FL, a beloved teacher, devoted friend, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love.

Townley was preceded in death by her Mother, Jean Coley Bolden and Step-Dad, Jimmy Bolden; Father, Boyd Hargraves and Step-Mother, Betty Hargraves.

A woman...

January 21, 2025

Debra J. Moss, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, on June 10, 1953, Debra brought warmth and creativity to the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

A devoted mother, Debra is survived by her son Keith Wallace...

January 19, 2025

Louis F. Body IV passed away at his home on January 19, 2025, surrounded by his family, just as he had hoped. Lou, Big Lou, Papa Lou as he was affectionately known by, leaves behind his beloved wife and high school sweetheart Barbara Nicola Body with whom he shared a lifetime of love and adventure.

Born and...

January 16, 2025

Sandra Williams Turner, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, in Orange Park, Florida, at the age of 81, surrounded by loved ones.

Sandra was born on June 1, 1943, in Columbia, South Carolina, to the late Rebecca and Paul Williams. She grew up in Waycross, Georgia, where she graduated...

January 15, 2025

Brian Benton Mace of Akron, Ohio, passed away on January 15, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.

He was born to Luther Ellis Mace and Hilda Mace, Coher, Bittof on September 9, 1957.

He worked in the industrial warehousing field, specializing in shipping and selling of equipment to the tire industry.

Brian graduated from Kenmore...

January 11, 2025

Richard Scott Fyfe, 81, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on January 11, 2025, after a courageous battle to recover from complications following triple bypass surgery.  He was predeceased by his parents and brother. He is survived by his beloved wife, Choi; his children, Tino (Caryn) and Miriam (Dan); his grandchildren, Kellie (Austin), Natalie (Brian), Stephanie (Michael), Caitlyn (Christian), and...

January 10, 2025

Sandra Mae Huber Thalleen, 87, passed away on January 10th, 2025, at home peacefully.

Sandra was born in Wisconsin and moved to Florida in the early 40s, finally residing in the Mirmar neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL where she met the love of her life Richard Thalleen, who lived on the corner. After a visit with her ‘49...

January 9, 2025

Kevin J. Wilson, 69, resident of Jacksonville, Florida passed away after a long illness on January 9, 2025.

A graduate of Hatboro Horsham high school, class of 1973, Kevin had recently retired after 45 years employed with Reads Moving Systems, an Atlas Van Lines agency, located in both Jacksonville and Montgomeryville, PA.

He is survived...

January 8, 2025

Floyd Levens was born on October 24, 1926, in Punta Gorda, FL to Floyd Levens Sr. and Mary Wethrigton.

He grew up on the island of Punta Gordy, and when he became an adult, he joined the Navy, serving his country for (3) years. Floyd’s love of fishing drew him back to the islands, where he ran...

January 7, 2025

Suzanne Haas Meadows peacefully passed away January 7, 2025.

Suzanne was born in Nebraska on April 15, 1946, to Colonel Robert and Ruth Haas. Her father’s military service took the family to numerous places during her childhood, with her early years spent in Germany, Kansas, Alaska, and Texas. She graduated from pharmacy school at her alma mater...

January 5, 2025

Constance (Connie) Ruth Ricketts peacefully passed away January 5, 2025, in Jacksonville, FL, at the age of 76, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on January 27,1948 in Norristown, Pennsylvania to her parents, Thomas and Gladys Catanese. She grew up in Jacksonville, Florida where she graduated from Englewood High School. She went on to Nursing...

January 1, 2025

Thomas Franklin “Frank” Lee (92) of Jacksonville, FL passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at Community Hospice of NE Florida after a brief illness.

Frank was born August 16, 1932, in Poplarville, MS to John Edwin Lee and Lida Mae Smith Lee. He grew up with his siblings Ed, Virginia, David, and Bob. He attended Poplarville...

December 29, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family shares the passing of our beloved sister, Susan (Susie) W. Winters, of Jacksonville, Florida, on Sunday, December 29th, 2024, at the age of 69. She was surrounded by family.

Susie was born to Thomas N. Faircloth and Bonnie Taylor. She was preceded in death by Ronnie Cribb. She is...

December 28, 2024

Donald A. “Don” King Jr. passed peacefully in the early morning of December 28, at Community Hospice at Baptist South Hospital, Jacksonville, FL with his wife by his side. He was 72 years young.

Born in Philadelphia in 1952, his family relocated to Washington Township, NJ when Don was 7. He is a 1970 Graduate of Washington...

December 25, 2024

Michael Ray Kirkpatrick, 70, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on December 25, 2024. Born in Jacksonville, Florida to Frank Kirkpatrick and Sylvia Smith.  He is survived by his wife, Joanne; half-brother Scott Kirkpatrick, step-son, Chris Collazo and his wife Maryanne; step-son Rodney Collazo and his wife Cici and step-son, Steven Collazo and his partner; Brielle Meskin; grandchildren Carter, Avery,...

December 24, 2024

Ada Marie Bell, 72, passed December 24, 2024.

Ada Marie was born in Caribou, Maine in September of 1952 and grew up in Limestone, Maine. She escaped poverty via the United States Army where she served as a cryptographer in the Women’s Army Corps. Using the GI Bill and her exceptional brain, she earned three degrees at...

December 24, 2024

Jerry Michael “Mike B.” Bludsworth, age 73 of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on December 24, 2024. He was born in Enterprise, AL on November 1, 1951, to Jack and Dorothy Bludsworth.

Mike graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, class of 1970. He retired from Maxwell House Coffee in 2015 after 25 years. His interests were in...

December 21, 2024

Daryl Dale Sheffield, 65, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024.

Daryl was born to Paula and Percy Sheffield on February 4, 1959, in Jacksonville, FL. After graduating from Paxon High School in Duval County, Daryl went on to have an illustrious career as a Diesel Technician and Shop Foreman at Benton Express, eventually...