Obituaries

May 3, 2024

Eulogy of Carlos Orozco

Carlos Bertrand Orozco (Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great grandfather and great-great grandfather) passed away on May 3 ,2024.  He died peacefully surrounded by his family.  He waited patiently for his last son to arrive, so as to say good bye to all who were able to be present for his...

May 1, 2024

Janet Frances Mastridge (nee Nolan), 81, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away peacefully at the McGraw Center for Caring of Community Hospice on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 with her loved ones by her side.

She was born to Helen and James Nolan in New York, NY on August 19, 1942.  Janet continued to reside in New York, and...

Apr 29, 2024

James Hudson Stiegler, a dedicated Indian Land, South Carolina community member and family man, went to his Heavenly home on April 29, 2024. Born on December 7, 1939, James, known as Jim, was an only child born in Newport News, Virginia, to Virginia Guy and Oscar Stiegler. As a military child, Jim lived in many places before finally settling...

Apr 28, 2024

Gary Wayne Elkins II, beloved Volusia County math, science, and reading teacher, passed away on April 28, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. He was fortunate to have the love and support of a large family during his lifetime. He was 53 years old.

Born in Cleveland,...

Apr 26, 2024

Mr. Ronald "Ron" James LaDue Sr., age 53, passed away, with his loved ones by his side on Friday April 26th, 2024, in his Florida home after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Utica, NY on August 20th, 1970, and was the youngest of three.

Growing up, Ron enjoyed many outdoor...

Apr 22, 2024

Beverly Sharon Rosenberg

Beverly Sharon Rosenberg passed away on April 22, 2024 in Jacksonville, FL, where she lived since 2019. She is survived by her brothers, Joseph and Ronald, as well as many cousins, among them Nancy Steckler, Susan Schwartz, and Randy Dalnekoff.

Beverly graduated from the Katherine Gibbs School, Executive Assistant Certificate Program in...

Apr 22, 2024

Carrie Lee Quimby January 8, 1977-April 22, 2024

Carrie L. Quimby, age 47 passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side on Monday April 22, 2024 at Community Hospice in Jacksonville, Florida.

She was born on January 8, 1977 in Berlin, Vermont to Bernard "Bernie" and Rosalee Bell.

Carrie was...

Apr 20, 2024

Stephen Anthony Eakin was born on September 6, 1956, in Jacksonville, FL to Margaret and Al Eakin. He graduated from the University of North Florida and recently retired in January 2022 after working his entire career in logistics.

Steve is preceded in death by his mother, Margaret, brother, Andrew, and son, Sean.

He is survived...

Apr 20, 2024

Matthew Scott Deckler passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida.

He was born to Father, Scott Deckler and Mother, Stacey Eichelberger on April 26, 1997, in Louisville, Colorado. He spent most of his life in Colorado, then moved to Florida in 2018.

Matthew was a gamer for sure. He loved playing with...

Apr 18, 2024

Daryl Alan Gleaton

March 19, 1977 - April 18, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daryl Alan Gleaton on 18 April 2024 at the age of 47 in Jacksonville, FL. Daryl was born in Millington, TN on 19 March 1977 to Lucy Taylor and Jerry...

Apr 10, 2024

Ralph Wagner, age 79, passed away on April 10, 2024, at Community Hospice in Jacksonville, FL. Ralph was born on January 6, 1945, in Libertyville, IL, the son of Raymond and Ethel Wagner.

Ralph was a law enforcement officer for over 20 years, serving on the Buffalo Grove, IL Police Department and Juneau County, WI Sheriff’s Office....

Apr 8, 2024

Edward John Caufield was born on November 10th, 1960 in Anchorage, Alaska. He passed away on April 8th, 2024 in St. Augustine, Florida.

Apr 7, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gerald Thomas Wisniewski on April 7, 2024, at the age of 81.  Gerald was a loving husband, father, and dedicated professional who touched the lives of many during his time on Earth.

Gerald is preceded in death by his first wife, Louise Wisniewski , and his...

Apr 7, 2024

Alicemarie K. Durney 92, passed away peacefully at her home in Ponte Vedra, FL surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, April 7, 2024.

Alicemarie was born in Ashland, PA on July 9, 1931 to Joseph P and Alice (Daly) Klein.  She attended catholic school in Ashland where she excelled in academics.  After graduating high school at age...

Apr 4, 2024

Linda Wilson Beamon, 76, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born September 13, 1947, in Craven, North Carolina. She was born to Jesse Wilson and Mary Hill Lewis. She lived most of her life in Jacksonville, FL.   Linda was a loving mother and grandmother (Meme) and will be dearly missed...

Apr 4, 2024

Patrician “Pat” Jo Burress, know as “Trick” by her family, was taken home in God’s loving arms on April 4, 2024. She was born to Perna and Kenneth Burress on November 2, 1942, in Oneida, Tennessee.

Pat will ne remembered for her sweet disposition and caring soul. She was a child of God and spoke of his...

Apr 3, 2024

James R. Sweany, 80, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on April 3, 2024. James was a veteran of the United States Navy where he served in the Submarine Service. After this, he worked as a revenue agent in the U.S. Treasury. During his life he was associated with the American Legion Post 316 and the United States Submarine Veterans. James...

Apr 2, 2024

Tana Rozanne Balhoff, 76, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away April 2, 2024. She was born to Daphne Louise and Stafford Mack Brown in Wilmington, NC on April 18, 1947.

Tana loved being a mother, a grandmother even moreso, and a devoted cat mom to Tiger, Kit and Trixie. After retiring from Walgreens, she spent her days enjoying...

Apr 2, 2024

Peter Michael Motolenich, Sr., age 78, from Orange Park, FL, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024 after receiving Roman Catholic Last Rites.

Peter was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on March 26, 1946 to Stephen E. Motolenich and Lila Valladares.

He graduated from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez with a Bachelor’s...

Mar 29, 2024

Francis Brian Mastridge, 80, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on March 29th, 2024.

Francis was born and raised in New York. Francis retired to Jacksonville, Florida in 1998.  He spent his career managing food and beverage establishments and restaurants.

He was always helping other people and had a penchant for being a great listener and...