Obituaries

Richard Arthur Lawson

Richard Arthur Lawson

Mar 19, 2026

Richard Arthur Lawson, 80, passed away on March 19, 2026. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, grew up in Mequon, Wisconsin and retired to Jacksonville in 2000.

After serving six years in the U.S. Air Force, Dick built a successful career in paper and packaging sales. In retirement, he enjoyed golf with friends and boating with the Queens Harbour Yacht Club,...

Cody J Niver

Cody J Niver

Mar 17, 2026

Cody J. Niver, 29, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, with family by his bedside from a long illness at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida.

Cody J. Niver, a devoted son, brother, uncle, grandson, and public servant, was born on July 10, 1996, in Sarasota, Florida, to Richard (Rick) and Kelly (Phillips) Niver.

A lifelong resident of...

Janet Kissling Loftin

Janet Kissling Loftin

Mar 17, 2026

Janet Eileen Kissling Loftin, age 94, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at home surrounded by her family.

Janet was born in Dayton, Ohio on April 15,1931. She moved to Jacksonville Beach when she was 13 years old. She and her 5 siblings enjoyed life on the beach and the warmer weather. She attended Fletcher Junior and Senior high and...

Peggy Jean Akers

Peggy Jean Akers

Mar 17, 2026

Peggy Jean Akers (Lauer), age 82, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Thomasville, Georgia. She was born on September 12, 1943, in Bay City, Michigan, to Bruce Engelhardt Lauer and Frances Louise Lauer (Fehrenbach) of Bay City, Michigan.

Peggy grew up in Bay City, Michigan, where she graduated with the Class of 1961 from T.L. Handy...

Joan Marie Fernandez

Joan Marie Fernandez

Mar 12, 2026

Joan Marie Zeitlinger Fernandez was born on December 14, 1933, in Hudson, New Jersey, and passed peacefully in her sleep in Jacksonville, Florida, on March 12, 2026.

She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and later attended the University of Florida. While at UF, she discovered her gift for shorthand reporting. That talent led her to transcribe high-level university meetings,...

Roger Graham Gallop

Roger Graham Gallop

Mar 12, 2026

Roger Graham Gallop, born January 1, 1947, in Gainesville, Florida, son of the late Iva May (Lord) Gallop and Parron Graham Gallop, passed peacefully into Jesus’ loving arms on March 12, 2026, at the age of 79.

Roger is survived by his cherished and devoted wife of 51 years, Katharine; his beloved son, Chris, and daughter-in-law, Rachel; and his precious grandchildren,...

Shantaben Goswami

Shantaben Goswami

Mar 12, 2026

Shantaben Goswami, 99, passed away on March 12, 2026, in Fleming Island, FL. Her love, compassion, and blessings will always be a light in our lives.

Her memories will live forever. Survived by her children: Pushpa Goswami (daughter), Dr. Umesh Goswami (son), Jashvant Goswami (son), Dev Goswami (son), Jagadish Goswami (son).

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March...

Soledad P. Penalba

Soledad P. Penalba

Mar 11, 2026

In loving Memory of Soledad Panganiban Penalba

November 1, 1925 – March 11, 2026

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Soledad Panganiban Penalba, who went home to the Lord on March 11, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. Soledad was born on November 1, 1925, in Indang, Cavite, Philippines, and later made...

Patricia "Tish" McCormick

Patricia "Tish" McCormick

Mar 10, 2026

PATRICIA “TISH” McCORMICK, WIFE, DOG LOVER, POLITICAL OPERATIVE AND REAL ESTATE AGENT, DIES AT 77

When it comes to describing Tish McCormick, her friends and family all have the same descriptives: fun, smart, generous, and loving. The primary beneficiary of those qualities, especially the “loving” part, was her husband of 50+ years, Mark McCormick. He adds one more adoring adjective, beautiful....

Agneta Johnston

Agneta Johnston

Mar 10, 2026

Agneta Johnston, born on August 19, 1940, in Stockholm, Sweden, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. She spent her life embraced by love, laughter, and the warmth of family, before departing this world, leaving behind a legacy of kindness.

Agneta was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Lysle Johnston, and a cherished mother to her children,...

Marilyn Ann Scott

Marilyn Ann Scott

Mar 9, 2026

Marilyn Ann Scott, born on September 28, 1937, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, peacefully departed this life on March 9, 2026, at the Hospice McGraw Center in Jacksonville, Florida. She was 88 years old when she passed away surrounded by the love of her family, who prayed with her and shared cherished memories in her final days.

Marilyn was a devoted wife to...

Jo Ann "Sam" Chick

Jo Ann "Sam" Chick

Mar 8, 2026

Jo Ann “Sam” Chick, 89, of Atlantic Beach, FL, passed gently on March 8. Sam was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born and raised in Savannah, GA, she was a graduate of Commercial High School. She made her home at the beach for many years.

Sam will be remembered as a lover of people with the gifts of hospitality...

Dr. Wolfgang Rudolf Munster

Dr. Wolfgang Rudolf Munster

Mar 8, 2026

Dr. Wolfgang Rudolph Munster (“Rudy”), 83, of South Daytona, passed away March 8, 2026. Born February 7, 1943 in Columbus, OH, he retired after serving as a Chiropractor for 55 years and was known for being passionate about his family and patients.

Rudy is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Ruth, children Brad (Christina) and Tanya, grandson Reilly, and...

Mary Francis Scharch

Mary Francis Scharch

Mar 7, 2026

Mary Francis Duncan Scharch passed away on March 7, 2026, at the age of 95. Mary Fran was born on December 28, 1930, in Union City, Indiana, to Lemme E. Duncan and Margaret Ellen Wampler Duncan.

Mary Fran graduated from Lewisburg Union High School in Ohio in 1949, where she distinguished herself as senior class president and salutatorian. She went on...

Henry Wilson Tuten, Jr

Henry Wilson Tuten, Jr

Mar 7, 2026

Henry Wilson Tuten Jr., 97, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on September 11, 1928, in Savannah, Georgia, Henry grew up immersed in sports and friendly competition. At Savannah High School, he lettered in four sports, football, baseball, basketball, and track, showcasing the athletic talent and drive that defined much of...

Barbara Ann Morrison

Barbara Ann Morrison

Mar 6, 2026

Barbara Ann Morrison (Madonna) passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026 in Jacksonville Beach, FL surrounded by her loved ones and longtime caregivers. Her family is deeply saddened by the loss of Barbara who was the heart of a family proud to call her both mother and wife.

Barbara’s memory lives on through her husband, Stephan, her daughters Angela and Victoria...

CAPT (Ret) Rae O. “Bill” Weimer, USN, MDiv, MA, DMin

CAPT (Ret) Rae O. “Bill” Weimer, USN, MDiv, MA, DMin

Mar 5, 2026

Rae O. "Bill" Weimer II, passed to be with his Lord Jesus Christ and the Church Triumphant from Fleet Landing on March 5, 2026 in Atlantic Beach, FL.

Born in New York City, Bill grew up in Gainesville, FL from the age of five. He graduated from Gainesville High School and the University of Florida. Years later he also earned a...

Howard Shelton Brown

Howard Shelton Brown

Mar 5, 2026

Howard Shelton Brown went home to meet his Lord and Savior on March 5, 2026 at 2:25 a.m.

Howard was born in Jasper, Florida on September 10, 1929, to the late Trudie Johnson Brown And Israel Shelton Brown.

The family moved to Nichols, Florida when Howard was in the 9th grade. He graduated from Mulberry High School and Florida Southern College, Lakeland,...

John Franklin Gregg

John Franklin Gregg

Mar 4, 2026

John Franklin Gregg, 82, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Born on August 6, 1943, in Joliet, Illinois, John lived a life defined by dedication to his family, career, and passions.

John’s academic journey began in Joliet, where he attended Joliet Junior College and Lewis University. He later pursued higher education at the University of Florida...

Wanda Patricia Rogers

Wanda Patricia Rogers

Mar 3, 2026

Wanda Patricia (Willis) Rogers, age 95, formerly of Tupelo, died peacefully in her sleep on March 3, 2026 in Jacksonville, Florida. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her parents were Levi and Dove Willis of the Skyline community, and she devoted herself to taking care of them in their last years. She worked at North Mississippi Medical Center...