Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jan 14, 2025
Thomas John Arnold, 74, of Jacksonville, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2025. Please check back for complete obituary.
Theodore Pick
Jan 12, 2025
Theodore Pick, 89, passed away on January 12, 2025, in Jacksonville Beach, FL.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...

