Obituaries
William Richard "Ace" Edlin
Feb 15, 2026
William "Ace" Edlin, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on February 15, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Ace lived a life defined by dedication, humor, and deep love for his family. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, retiring after 21 years of honorable service. His time in the Navy was a source...
Mary Louise Mikush
Feb 9, 2026
Mary Lou Mikush, 91, passed away peacefully in her home in Jacksonville, FL on February 9, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
Born Mary Louise Pruett on August 25, 1934 in Beckley, WV, she grew up a mountain girl with a deep faith in God, family, friends and community. Mary Lou never met a stranger. She always saw the good in...
Shari J. Duffy
Feb 8, 2026
Shari J. “Sacka” Duffy (78), Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (formerly Rumson, NJ) February 8, 2026. Graduated Georgetown University, BS Nursing 1970. Wife, mother, and grandmother. Devoted volunteer of her children’s education at Holy Cross School and Red Bank Catholic High School, where she served for one year as president of the Parent-Teacher Association. When her children were old enough, Sacka...
Lynnette Barrett
Feb 5, 2026
Lynnette Barrett, 73, passed away on February 5, 2026, in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. She was born on September 20, 1952 in Waterford, Michigan, and spent her life being a bright and steady light to everyone around her.
Lynnette is survived by her loving husband, Dan Oelker, and her four children: Chad Barrett, Kalie Kosek, Richard Ganther, and Chris Ganther and her...
Diane Inks
Feb 5, 2026
Diane Inks, 73, was a two-time survivor of breast cancer, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, February 5, 2026, following a courageous battle with a recent cancer.
Diane was born on August 29, 1952, in Scranton, PA. Raised in Scranton, she lived in Chesterton, Indiana before relocating to sunny Florida.
Diane was a loving wife and married for 52 years...
Frances Elizabeth Mabry
Feb 5, 2026
Betty was born on April 12, 1937, in Neshoba County, Mississippi. After earning her Bachelor of Science and her master’s degree in nursing at The University of Mississippi, she became a psychiatric nurse supervisor at Mississippi State Hospital in Whitfield. There she helped open their first alcohol and drug treatment center. Mid-career, Betty continued her passion for psychiatric nursing at...
Desmond Paschal McElroy
Feb 4, 2026
Desmond Paschal McElroy, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, at the age of 89.
Born in Northern Ireland on March 27, 1936, Desmond carried with him a deep work ethic, strong faith, and adventurous spirit that would shape the remarkable life he built in America. At just 21 years old, he immigrated to New...
Patricia Hooks
Feb 2, 2026
Patricia Hooks, 92, passed away February 2, 2026. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia on August 11, 1933, and grew up there. She and her husband, Charlie, retired to Amelia Island, Florida in 1995.
Pat proudly worked for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in Atlanta for 35 years. After her retirement, Pat was very involved in the Amelia Island art community...
Robert Benjamin Spencer
Feb 1, 2026
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Robert Benjamin Spencer on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Robert was the eldest son of Michael and Suzanne Spencer, and the older brother of Kathryn, Jacob, and Chris Spencer.
Robert and his former wife, Jodi, shared four amazing children together: Logan, Landon, Liam, and Kendall Spencer.
After graduating from Nease High School...
Ronald T. Holl
Jan 31, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that the family of Ronald T. Holl of Ponte Vedre Beach Florida, formerly of Sandy Springs Georgia, announce his unexpected passing on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the age of 73.
Ron was a man of many talents. A Jack of all trades. He took great pride in a job well done. He was very...
June B. King
Jan 30, 2026
June Brooks King (age 88) of Mayport passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026. She was born April 17, 1937, in Folkston, Georgia, the youngest daughter of Peter Grooms Brooks and Ila Herrin Brooks.
She was preceded in death by her parents (Peter and Ila); her husband of 54 years Samuel Harold King; her daughter Judith Elaine King; and fourteen siblings:...
Sophia Morgan Lesher
Jan 29, 2026
Sophie Lesher, 27, was called home to her Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 29th, leaving a legacy of faith, joy, and compassion that continues to touch the lives of countless people. Sophie’s light gleamed extraordinarily bright; she had the innate and rare ability to effortlessly brighten a room when she walked in. She was a loving, creative, hilarious, intelligent, empathetic,...
John M. Hammer, Jr.
Jan 27, 2026
John M. Hammer Jr., age 89, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, went to be with the Lord on January 27, 2026.
He was born January 13, 1937 to Sara and John Hammer in Tampa, FL. He graduated from Plant High School in 1955 and the University of Florida in 1959. It was there that he met Kay, the love of his...
Joan J. Mease
Jan 25, 2026
Joan Dennie Mease, of Morganton, North Carolina, and Atlantic Beach, Florida, passed away after a long illness. She was born and raised in Maple Shade, New Jersey, and moved to North Carolina in 1976.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Fry and Mae Esther Nessen Fry; her brother, Richard Fry, Jr.; her husband, Phillip Dennie; and her second...
Edgar William Lorson
Jan 24, 2026
Edgar William “Bill” Lorson was born on March 5, 1937, in Staunton, Illinois. He was the son of Edgar and Emma Lorson and spent his childhood and formative years in Staunton. He was shaped by a strong family heritage of hard work, faith, and service. His grandfather Lorson was a coal miner and his grandfather Turbock, a farmer. Bill’s father...
Joseph Rexford Lounsbury
Jan 24, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Rexford Lounsbury, born on February 22nd, 1948, in Syracuse NY, was a strong and steady presence who impacted everyone fortunate enough to know him. He passed away on January 24th, 2026, at the age of 77, surrounded by his family. He was a simple man in a busy world, someone who carried himself with patience and an unwavering...
George Donald Lindsey
Jan 23, 2026
George Donald Lindsey, 89, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026. Services will be private, but please check back for the full obituary.
Robert Gerry Hampson
Jan 23, 2026
Robert Hampson, 83, passed away January 23, 2026. He was born on May 9, 1942, in Streator, IL. He grew up in Grande Ridge, IL, lived in Washington, IL for over 40 years, then moved to Jacksonville, FL with his wife, Alice, in 2004.
Robert proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. During that time he was deployed...
Brianne Kathryn Graves
Jan 22, 2026
Brianne Kathryn Graves, age 46, passed away on January 22, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born March 12, 1979 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and lived in both Maple Grove and Jacksonville, Florida.
Brianne worked as a Special Educator and Site Coach, where she dedicated her career to supporting students and educators. Her patience, compassion, and commitment to her work positively...
Lawrence Earle McCumber
Jan 21, 2026
Lawrence (Larry) Earle McCumber, age 82, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Born in Miami, Florida, on October 10, 1943, Larry was a preacher’s son who lived in many small towns, primarily in Florida. But he spent many of his formative years in Thomasville, Georgia, which he considered his hometown. He graduated from Thomasville High School in 1961....
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