Obituaries

Kenneth Lloyd Jones, Jr.

Kenneth Lloyd Jones, Jr.

Jan 18, 2025

Kenneth Lloyd “K.L.” Jones, Jr, 81, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on January 18th, 2025, after a courageous battle to recover from complications with his health. He was predeceased by his parents Kenneth and Mary Jones, and sister Mary Ann Jones McKeever. He is survived by his children, Chris Jones (Patty) and Lorrie Blandy; his grandchildren, Jordan Jones (Erin), Zachary...

Susan Elizabeth Gross

Susan Elizabeth Gross

Jan 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Susan Elizabeth Gross, age 53, on January 18, 2025. Susan was a dedicated wife, loving mother, cherished daughter, and devoted sister, whose passion for life touched all who knew her.

 Born to Grace and Don Brass (FL), Susan was the beloved sister to Donna (John) Suddarth (FL), Dennis (Tricia) Brass...

Richard Stratton

Richard Stratton

Jan 18, 2025

Captain Richard A. Stratton, USN, Ret. flew his final mission home on January 18, 2025. To the outside world he was The Beak, a member of the World Famous Golden Dragons, and a Vietnam War hero. To his family he was simply Gramps, an incredible example of unwavering faith in God and country. Born October 14, 1931 in the City...

Dauna Lucille Kelso

Dauna Lucille Kelso

Jan 18, 2025

Dauna Lucille Kelso, 91 of Jacksonville, passed away on Saturday, January 18th 2025. No services are scheduled at this time.

Wendell Hoyt Shawler

Wendell Hoyt Shawler

Jan 17, 2025

Colonel Wendell Hoyt Shawler, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Atlantic Beach, Florida on January 17, 2025 at the age of 96. Wendell was born to Hoyt Nathaniel and Mildred Lura Carpenter on July 16, 1928 in New Berlin, New York. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Hartwick College in 1950, where he majored...

Carol A. (O'Brien) Tang

Carol A. (O'Brien) Tang

Jan 15, 2025

Hearts were shattered on January 15, 2025, when God wrapped his love around Carol and took her to her heavenly home, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and kindness. Carol was born December 8, 1934, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Carol was effervescent and exuded joy, like walking, talking sunshine! And oh, that smile! She lived her life with gratitude maintaining an...

Richard Cunningham

Richard Cunningham

Jan 15, 2025

Richard (Dick) Cunningham passed peacefully at McGraw Hospice on January 15th with his son by his side, visited by his friends and family and passed knowing how much he was loved. Dick was predeceased by his beloved wife of 42 years, Margret Cunningham earlier this year. He is survived by 3 children, daughters, Cecilia Remy (Earl), Shannon Boahn (Ron), son...

Anne Towery

Anne Towery

Jan 15, 2025

Anne Cheshire Towery, 80, passed gracefully in the arms of her family on January 15, 2025 after a valiant 2 year fight with ovarian cancer. She was born on August 1, 1944. Raised in Jacksonville, FL, she moved to Crescent City, FL in the late 90’s and returned to Jacksonville, FL in 2019. 

 Anne attended college at Georgia Southern University and...

Thomas John Arnold

Thomas John Arnold

Jan 14, 2025

Thomas John Arnold, 74, of Jacksonville, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2025. Please check back for complete obituary.

Theodore Pick

Theodore Pick

Jan 12, 2025

Theodore Pick, 89, passed away on January 12, 2025, in Jacksonville Beach, FL.

Nancy J. Randall

Nancy J. Randall

Jan 12, 2025

Nancy Jane Randall, 83, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025. Born on July 8, 1941,  in Gouverneur, New York, she was the youngest of three siblings and grew up in Antwerp, New York.

 Nancy dedicated her professional life to helping others as a behavior analyst in Jacksonville, where she retired at the age of 62. Following...

John "Jack" D Hardman

John "Jack" D Hardman

2025

John D. Hardman (“Jack”) passed away on January 8, 2025, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Jack was born on November 14, 1939, in Trenton, New Jersey. At age 11, after multiple moves, he and his family settled in Jacksonville, Florida. He attended Lakeshore Junior High and Lee High School, graduating in 1957. He earned his B.S. in mathematics and physics...

Spiro Josifi

Spiro Josifi

Jan 8, 2025

Spiro Josifi, 85, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Jacksonville, FL.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m, at Quinn Shalz Funeral Home in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

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Lynda Skinner Zehmer

Lynda Skinner Zehmer

Jan 7, 2025

Lynda Skinner Zehmer passed away on January 7, 2025, after a long illness. Lynda was born on March 19, 1951 in Dublin, Georgia, the daughter of Nell Schwalls Skinner and R. H. Skinner of Swainsboro, Georgia. Lynda is survived by her current husband, John H. Zehmer, her three sons, Anthony A. Hirst, IV, Sean H. Zehmer, and Alexander S. Zehmer,...

Randy P. Mickens

Randy P. Mickens

Jan 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Randy P. Mickens, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, on January 4, 2025, at the age of 64. Randy was born on January 21, 1960, in Long Branch, New Jersey, to Walter and Viola Mickens. Randy’s vibrant spirit and zest for life touched everyone he met.

A proud graduate...

Richard Alan Helgeson

Richard Alan Helgeson

Jan 4, 2025

Richard A. Helgeson (72) of Ballwin, Missouri and Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida passed away at home on Saturday January 4, 2025, after a brave battle of cancer. He was surrounded with love by his wife and his family. Richard was born November 28, 1952, and was raised in Naplate/Ottawa, Illinois.

Professionally, Richard worked for Eaton Corporation as a quality assurance manager....

Robert Patrick McGinty

Robert Patrick McGinty

Jan 3, 2025

Robert “Bob” Patrick McGinty, 82, of Ponte Vedra Beach, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 3, 2025. Born on March 16, 1942, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Robert and Ella Louise McGinty, Bob lived a life filled with love, devotion, and service. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife of 42 years, Lynn...

James Dougherty Estes

James Dougherty Estes

Jan 3, 2025

A colorful storyteller with a quick wit and dry sense of humor, James Dougherty Estes, 87, of Jacksonville, Florida, died on January 3, 2025.

 He was born in Kansas in 1937 to Ruth and Everett Estes, the third of four children, and did well in school. James graduated from Benedictine College and began work at Delta Airlines. He was one of...

Carol Wojcik

Carol Wojcik

Jan 1, 2025

Carol (Perez) Wojcik, beloved wife of Kenneth and loving mother of Kristin and Steven (Stephanie), passed away on January 1, 2025. She left behind her twin brother Victor (Kay) Perez as well as three sisters and a brother. 

 Services will be held on Thursday, January 9 at Quinn Shalz Family Funeral Home, 3600 3rd Street South, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250. A...

Theresa Marie Means

Theresa Marie Means

Jan 1, 2025

Theresa Marie Means, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on May 17, 1930, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Theresa lived a life full of grace, love, and service to her family and community.

Theresa was predeceased by her beloved husband of 69 years, Stewart Means. Together, they built...