Obituaries

Jul 21, 2025

Jane Elizabeth Arnold Johnson, 80, passed away on Monday, July 21st surrounded by loved ones. She was born on September 30, 1944, in West Palm Beach, the daughter of Charles Wesley Arnold and Mary Helen Long. Later, her family moved to Jacksonville, where she attended Terry Parker High School.

As a young woman, Jane worked for her uncle, Frederick Long, in...

Jul 25, 2025

Jul 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kenneth Ivar Tang, age 90, of Atlantic Beach, Florida, on July 22, 2025. Born on June 22, 1935, in Red Bank, New Jersey, Kenneth lived a remarkable life defined by service, dedication, and love for his family. A full accounting of Ken's life will follow in the coming days. 

A...

Jul 12, 2025

Marjorie Ann Rebis, 86, passed away July 12, 2025. She was born on November 4, 1938, in Niagara Falls, NY. She grew up in Niagara Falls, NY, then raised her children in Pittsburgh, PA. She then retired to Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

Marjorie graduated from Duquesne University with a degree in Chemistry. She went on to teach High School Science. She...

Jul 27, 2025

Michael “Mike” Edward Tolley, born on October 5, 1947, in Huntington, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by his loving family after a brief struggle with brain cancer. He leaves behind a legacy of devotion, kindness, and an enduring spirit.

For 32 proud years, Mike dedicated himself to the Army Corps of Engineers, a...

Jul 26, 2025

Kay McGhee Leary, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, at the age of 70.

Born in Niagara Falls, New York, and raised in Westport, Connecticut, Kay’s early life was filled with friendship, music, and community. She participated in Girl Scouts, Band, Choir, and Orchestra, forging lifelong bonds along the way.

A lifelong...

Jul 24, 2025

Kenneth Godbold, was born on June 29, 1951, in Jacksonville, Florida. Kenny was a faithful husband to his precious Bonnie for nearly four decades, a loving father, and beloved Papa. He departed this world on July 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by many.

Ken loved his daughters, Denise (Christian) Partyka, Sheri (Ken) Pruchnicki, and Jaime M....

Jul 18, 2025

George Wiley passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, two days before his 98th Birthday. He didn’t get to realize his secret ambition – to be the oldest surviving veteran of World War II. He was one of the Navy sailors in the Philippines training for the invasion of Japan when the atomic bomb was dropped. However, he did have...

Jul 15, 2025

James L Freeman, 94, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, after a brief illness. Jim was born on December 5,1930 in Emporia, Kansas, and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, an only child of Ernest and Lavada Freeman. Jim lived briefly in Michigan then moved to Delaware, where he lived for 29 years and raised his family before retiring to the...

Jul 14, 2025

Hazel G. Piermatteo, a woman of remarkable grace and tenacity, departed this world on July 14, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, cradled in the tender embrace of her beloved husband, Tony Piermatteo, with whom she shared a profound partnership for 35 cherished years. Born on March 15, 1947, in the quaint town of Wedowee, Alabama, Hazel embarked on a journey characterized...

Jul 14, 2025

GLASS – Barbara Drake Glass, 72, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, passed away July 14, 2025. 

Jul 13, 2025

Allan Andre’ Atkins, age 56, of Jacksonville, FL passed away peacefully Sunday, July 13th, 2025, in the hospital surrounded by family, following a five-year illness. Allan is survived by his wife of 29 years, Nancy and his two children, Ian and Everett, all of Jacksonville, FL. He also leaves behind his brothers-in-law Jimmy Roche, Mark Cornell, and John Healy; his...

Jul 12, 2025

Patricia ("Trish”) Brannam quietly passed away at her home in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 12, 2025.

Born on December 31, 1954, Trish was a proud native of Jacksonville, Florida, graduating from Ribault High School in the class of 1974, and resided on the First Coast her entire life.

Trish devoted her professional life to Blue Cross Blue Shield in Jacksonville until her...

Jul 12, 2025

The passing of Pushpa Gandotra is announced with heavy hearts. She passed away on July 12 at the age of 87, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Gurdaspur on January 12, Pushpa lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.

Pushpa was a devoted wife to her late husband, Jagdish, a nurturing mother...

Jul 9, 2025

Mary Teresa (McLoughlin) Wilburn, affectionately known as Maura, went home to the Lord on July 9, 2025, at the age of 87.

Maura was born on August 14, 1937, in Dungannon, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, to Michael and Mary Anne (McCullagh) McLoughlin. She was one of three children, along with her brothers Martin (predeceased) and Michael.

She earned her degree in Home...

Jul 6, 2025

William Kimberly “Kim” Hensley, a devoted husband, father, brother, and “Papa” passed away on July 6, 2025 in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. 

Born in 1952 to Elizabeth and Paul Hensley, Kim grew up in Sanford, NC, where he played center for the 1968 State Champion Sanford Central football team. He graduated from NC State University with degrees in Recreation and Parks...

Jul 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Lauren Riley Stafford

A Life of Love and Service

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, Heaven gained an angel. Following her courageous 12-year battle with cancer, Lauren Riley Stafford peacefully passed away. She was surrounded by love to the very end, and we still feel the love she shared so freely with all of us in our hearts. Her...

Jul 3, 2025

Patricia L. Matsalla 86, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Wayne “Buddy” Geis

 Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Coach, and Friend

Wayne R. Geis, affectionately known as "Buddy," passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. Born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Buddy's life was marked by passion, purpose, and a deep connection with those around him.

Buddy's career as a collegiate and professional football coach took him across the country, but his heart found a...

Jul 2, 2025

Mahendrasinh Gharia, 81, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, July 02, 2025.