Obituaries
Mary Ann Smith
Apr 16, 2024
Mary Ann Smith, 91, born June 30, 1932, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She was the daughter of the late John and Mary Pavlick and was born and raised in Hunlock Creek, PA and a graduate of Harter High School. She proudly served in the United States Army, in the Women’s Army Corps...
Paul Jeffrey Wright
Apr 16, 2024
Paul Jeffery Wright, age 65, born in Memphis, Tennessee, passed away April 16, 2024. Paul was a long-time resident of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. He had a lengthy career in the mortgage software business.
Paul never met a stranger. He had a gift of making everyone feel at ease. He loved a good party and good food. He was an avid...
Jerry Robert Franklin
Apr 16, 2024
Jerry Robert Franklin passed away peacefully at home with his dedicated wife Ginger by his side on April 16, 2024. His legacy of love, dedication, and steadfastness will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Born on September 2, 1944, in Portland, Oregon, to Ernest and Ethel Franklin Jerry would go on to lead a life filled with...
Kathleen E. Del Vecchio
Apr 14, 2024
Kathleen (Kathy) Elizabeth Del Vecchio, age 74, passed away peacefully at her home on April 14, 2024, in Jacksonville Florida.
Kathy was born on July 11, 1949, in Rochester New York, daughter of the late Charles and Catherine Taylor. She married her husband William (Bill) Del Vecchio in 1966 and remained for the rest of their life together. ...
Sheryl Ann Locke
Apr 12, 2024
Sheryl Kruse Locke, 63, passed away on April 12, 2024, at her home in Jacksonville, Florida surrounded by loving family and friends after a courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bradford Locke, and her father, Donald Kruse. She was the loving mother of Michael Locke of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Kathryn (Katie) Locke,...
Patricia B. Hernandez
Apr 12, 2024
Patricia B. Hernandez was born December 31, 1931, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of Roy and Madge Pike. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 12th, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Pat was known as “Grandmother from Florida”, “Mema”, “Grandma”, or just “Mom”. She was kind, loving, friendly, and outgoing. She loved her...
Nancy Daniel McCarthy
Apr 10, 2024
Nancy Lane Daniel McCarthy passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on April 10, 2024, at Vicar’s Landing in Ponte Vedra Beach with her family at her side. She was born on October 30, 1930, in Miami, Florida, and spent her early years in Miami with her mother and father, Julian and Ophelia Daniel, and her brother Julian Daniel....
Bryan Collier Goode, Jr.
Apr 9, 2024
Bryan Collier Goode, Jr. passed away April 9, 2024, after a long battle with dementia. He was born December 20, 1935, in Montgomery, AL to Bryan Collier Goode, Sr. and Catherine McSwain Goode. Bryan attended Lanier High School and Auburn University and graduated with a major in engineering physics. He was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. Bryan spent a...
Harold Leonard Barton, III
Apr 5, 2024
Harold Leonard “Bart” Barton III, 63, passed away suddenly on April 5, 2024. He was born November 20, 1960, in Michigan.
Bart followed in his father’s footsteps as a car salesman, working his way up to president of GIADA where he served for many years. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed spending time with friends and family in Ponte Vedra Beach,...
Chase Robert Startek
Apr 4, 2024
It is with unbearable heartbreak that our family announces the passing of our beloved son, brother and best friend, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, Chase Robert Startek on April 4, 2024, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Chase was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada on August 31, 2006.
Chase was a beacon of light, life and happiness to his family and was...
Edward Davis Bigus
Apr 3, 2024
Edward “Ed” Davis Bigus, a man of unwavering commitment, undeniable kindness, and unbridled optimism, has left behind a legacy that will forever be engraved in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to have known him.
On April 3, 2024, Edward passed away peacefully in Jacksonville, Florida with his loving wife Marisol by his side. Although he may no longer...
Norita S. Birdsong
Mar 30, 2024
Norita Birdsong, 77, of Neptune Beach, FL passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, March 30, 2024 after a short battle with degenerative brain disease.
Norita, originally from Brooklyn, NY was the youngest of six children. Her parents, Simon and Catherine Saunders emigrated from Cork, Ireland. She and her surviving husband, Scott, have lived in the...
Jeanne Marie Gibbs
Mar 30, 2024
Jeanne M. Gibbs passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 30, at the age of 97.
Mom is now reunited with her beloved husband of 56 years, John R. Gibbs who died in December, 2004. She will be greatly missed by her 4 children, 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, as well as an ‘adopted son, Kosty, and his family.
After spending...
Ernest Paul Maier
Mar 28, 2024
Ernie Paul Maier passed away on March 28, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL at the age of 84, due to heart disease and complications from Parkinson’s Disease. He was the eldest son of Herman and Cecilia Maier of Ellsworth, Wisconsin. Ernie held a BA in psychology from Northeastern University and an MBA from Boston College. He enjoyed a 35-year career with...
Grace Adelaide Griffin Ferranti
Mar 28, 2024
Grace Adelaide Ferranti (Griffin), age 75, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on March 28, 2024. She was born on March 14, 1949, in Jacksonville, Florida. Grace spent the majority of her life in Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach.
Grace attended Fletcher High School and graduated in 1967. She graduated from Clayton State University in 1974 with a degree in nursing.
Grace is survived...
Walter A. Colvin
Mar 28, 2024
Walter A. Colvin of Jacksonville Beach, FL passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Services are not scheduled at this time.
Richard Michael Coram
Mar 28, 2024
Richard (Rick) Michael Coram, 80, went home to be with the Lord, his wife Jean, and so many other loved ones March 28, 2024. He was born in Michigan City, Indiana on April 30, 1943. Rick grew up in West Virginia and then moved to Florida. He joined the Navy in 1963, serving on the USS Farragut out of Mayport...
Karen L. Smith
Mar 25, 2024
Karen L. Smith, a woman of boundless talent, compassion, and adventure, embarked on her final voyage on March 25th in Jacksonville, Florida, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable achievements and profound love. Born on May 11th, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Karen's life was a masterpiece woven with threads of exploration and creativity, excelling in every endeavor she undertook.
Karen's journey was...
Regina Peters
Mar 25, 2024
Regina (Dina) Roth Peters went home with the angels in heaven on Monday March 25, 2024.
Regina was born during the Great Depression Years. She was born on December 18, 1936 to Mortimer and Francis Roth. She was raised in Coney Island, New York along with her four siblings. She is survived by her brother Paul Roth.
Regina was a strong independent...
Jon Allyn Simmons
Mar 25, 2024
Jon Allyn Simmons passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024. Services will be held at a later time and location.