Obituaries

John Theodore Ginocchio

John Theodore Ginocchio

2025

John Theodore Ginocchio, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on August 14, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born on February 11, 1948, in Long Island, New York, to John L. and Annabelle Ginocchio.

Throughout his remarkable 35-year career as a biomedical technician, John made significant contributions to healthcare and developed enduring friendships, cherishing the camaraderie found within...

John E. Mackenzie

John E. Mackenzie

Aug 12, 2025

John Edward Mackenzie, 80, passed on to the welcoming arms of our Lord, on August 12th, 2025, with the wife he adored, Julianne, by his side on their 36th anniversary.

John was born in Sydney Australia on the 18th of May 1945, to parents John Morrison Mackenzie and Phyllis Lumby Mackenzie, who predeceased him. John is survived by his wife Julianne...

Sterling "Buzz" Leroy Hassler

Sterling "Buzz" Leroy Hassler

Aug 10, 2025

Sterling "Buzz" Leroy Hassler, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and beloved figure in his community, passed away unexpectedly on August 10, 2025, at his Fleet Landing home in Atlantic Beach, Florida. Born on March 22, 1940, in Reading, Pennsylvania, to Bertram Hassler and Catharine Keller, Buzz lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, and a fervent desire to be...

Sherri Lynn Maxwell

Sherri Lynn Maxwell

2025

Sherri Lynn "Pretty" Maxwell, lovingly known for her spunky personality and unwavering faith went to be with her beholder on August 8, 2025, in her home in Jacksonville Beach surrounded by her family and loved ones.

She was born on April 7, 1964, to Patricia Greene and Robert Parker. Sherri and her mother moved to Jacksonville, Florida, in 1970 to start...

Bennie "Ben" Jordan

Bennie "Ben" Jordan

Aug 8, 2025

Bennie "Ben" Jordan died unexpectedly on August 8, 2025.

Ben was born in Quitman, GA but lived most of his life in Jacksonville, FL. He attended Terry Parker HS and graduated from the University of South Florida after serving 4 years in the United States Marine Corps.

Everyone who knew Ben is very aware of his great humor and he never wasted...

Margaret "Peggy" Scrone

Margaret "Peggy" Scrone

Aug 7, 2025

Margaret Mary “Peggy” Scrone, lovingly known for her radiant spirit and unwavering faith, left this world peacefully on August 7, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on April 27, 1941, in Morristown, New Jersey, Peggy’s life was a beautiful testament to kindness, warmth, and familial love, qualities that will remain cherished among her family and friends.

Those...

In Loving Memory of Steven G. Murdock

In Loving Memory of Steven G. Murdock

Aug 7, 2025

Steven G. Murdock was born on June 8, 1966, to Charles and Dorothy Murdock in Cocoa Beach, Florida. A devoted son, loyal friend, and kind-hearted soul, Steve left us unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Steve dedicated 28 years of hard work and commitment to CSX and was eagerly looking forward to a well-earned retirement. Known...

Sheila Ruth Campbell

Sheila Ruth Campbell

Aug 5, 2025

Sheila Ruth Campbell, 70, passed away August 5, 2025. She was born March 22, 1955 in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Her family relocated to the Jacksonville Beaches area in 1964. She spent many years in Atlantic Beach, Florida attending Fletcher High School before moving out of the state in 1989, only to return in 2005, where she spent the remainder of her...

Richard "Rick" O. Allen

Richard "Rick" O. Allen

Aug 5, 2025

Rick Allen, dedicated husband, father, surfer, lawyer, friend, cat-lover, joke-teller, and prankster passed away surrounded by family and friends sharing memories of him. Known for both his generosity and prickliness, he will be missed by almost all who knew him.

Rick was born in Alexandra, VA, to Robert Otway and Rose Marie Allen. He moved to Jacksonville, FL, after graduation from TC...

Stephen Michael Hopper

Stephen Michael Hopper

Aug 1, 2025

Stephen M. Hopper of Neptune Beach Florida passed away peacefully August 01, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. He was born May 30, 1946 in Ames Iowa. He grew up in State Center Iowa where he attended school. Steve and his beloved wife Judy met and were married in 1974 as he was rejoining the United States Navy. They...

Dr. J. West Paul, Jr.

Dr. J. West Paul, Jr.

Jul 31, 2025

Dr. J. West Paul Jr., M.D., Ph.D., 63, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. West was born on January 31, 1962, in Greenville, North Carolina, to Joe W. Paul Sr. and Ann Smith Paul. 

West graduated from Ayden-Grifton High School and went on to study Zoology at Duke University. In 1992, he became...

Martin Stehl

Martin Stehl

Jul 29, 2025

Martin Stehl, 67, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, passed away on July 29, 2025, with his wife, Erin by his side.

Martin was born on December 8, 1957, in Fritzlar, Germany, and raised in Minnesota. From an early age, he developed a love for the outdoors and a strong work ethic—values that shaped the course of his life. He was the...

Kelly M. McFadden

Kelly M. McFadden

Jul 28, 2025

It is with a tremendous amount of grief that I must report yet another tragedy in my family's history. On Monday, July 28th at 7:31 am, our eldest sister and the cornerstone of our family lost her battle to lung cancer.

Instead, however, of simply presenting the traditional diatribe of Kelly's considerable accomplishments throughout her 59 years on this planet, I...

Lawrence E Wilson, II

Lawrence E Wilson, II

Jul 27, 2025

Lawrence E. Wilson, II (Larry) (Grampy) age 94, Jacksonville, FL., passed peacefully on July 27th, 2025 with his family at his side.

Born in Cambridge, MA., Larry was a multi-sports star at Brookline High and Northeastern U., playing hockey, football and baseball. He joined the Army 82nd Airborne in the Korean War era and played Camp Sports. He had a successful...

Tracy Northup Boyd

Tracy Northup Boyd

Jul 27, 2025

Tracy Northup Boyd, 55, passed away on July 27, 2025. She was born in Pensacola, FL and grew up in Atlantic Beach, FL. A graduate of Fletcher High School and the University of North Florida, Tracy explored many professional paths before discovering her passion as an occupational therapy assistant. She found deep fulfillment in her work, particularly as a travel...

Michael "Mike" E. Tolley

Michael "Mike" E. Tolley

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...

Robert "Bob" Rooks

Robert "Bob" Rooks

Jul 26, 2025

Robert “Bob” Rooks, 78, of Baltimore, Maryland passed away on July 26, 2025 at his home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Bob is survived by his wife of 57 years, Geri, and his children: Robin, Renee, Ryan and Robert K. along with his five grandchildren: Connor, Gwynneth, Jaime, Stowe and Murren.

Bob was the fifth of eight children raised by his...

Kay McGhee Leary

Kay McGhee Leary

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...

Fitzhugh Lee Opie

Fitzhugh Lee Opie

Jul 25, 2025

 Father Fitzhugh Lee “Lev” Opie 

Fitzhugh Lee Opie, 68, died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Baymeadows on July 25.

Fitzhugh Lee Opie was born in Alexandria, Virginia on May 19, 1957, the eldest son of Fitzhugh Lee Rhea Opie and Mary Laurence (Jones) Opie. Alongside his brothers John and George, he was born in the Old Confederate Hospital. He...

Gene Stage

Gene Stage

Jul 24, 2025

Gene Stage of Ponte Vedra Beach went peacefully to his heavenly home on July 24,2025, with his loving family by his side. Gene was born in Elwood ,Indiana on April 3, 1935. Gene was married to his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Jeannece Caroline Fihe, for over 35 years before she passed away October 18, 1990....