Obituaries

Georgia Lou Smith

Georgia Lou Smith

Sep 1, 2022

Georgia Lou Smith, 87, passed away peacefully at home in Jacksonville, Florida, on September 1, 2022, while surrounded by family. She was born February 19, 1935, in Wood River, Illinois, where she lived most of her life. She moved to Florida in 2015 after wintering here for many years. 

Georgia graduated from Wood River High School and attended Central Bible...

Judith Dawn Cebeck

Judith Dawn Cebeck

Aug 26, 2022

Judith Dawn Cebeck, following an arduous and brave battle with cancer passed away peacefully on August 26, 2022, surrounded by those she loved. Born in Detroit, Michigan on April 5, 1941, to George and Mary (Grey) Latiff, Judy is survived by her three younger brothers, Sam, Steve (Betsy), and Mark (Sheila). Judy was an adventurous traveler, avid churchgoer, dedicated community...

Robert Peyton Kuhlthau

Robert Peyton Kuhlthau

Aug 24, 2022

 

Robert Peyton Kuhlthau departed this life on August 24, 2022.  Peyton was born in Charlottesville, Virginia on November 13, 1945.  Peyton grew up in Charlottesville, was a graduate of Lane High School, and earned the rank of Eagle Scout.  He attended the University of Virginia, where he earned a BA in Economics.  While at the University, he enrolled in...

Katherine "Katie" Croakman

Katherine "Katie" Croakman

Aug 24, 2022

 

 

Katherine Croakman (Katie), 39, passed away August 24, 2022.  She loved sports, education and dogs.

Katie started her sports career with soccer, gymnastics, dance and softball. By the time she was ready for college, she earned a scholarship, in soccer, to Flagler College in St. Augustine.  After college, she played and coached here in Jacksonville.

Katie wrote for...

Robert B. Stevens

Robert B. Stevens

Aug 24, 2022

Robert (Bob) Benjamin Stevens, 72 passed away in his home surrounded by loved ones on August 24, 2022. Bob was born in Toledo, OH on February 27, 1950, to Denelda and Wallace Stevens. He attended Whitmer High School and Eastern University. He relocated across the Midwest and East Coast numerous times before retiring in Melbourne, FL and Blue Ridge, GA. 

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Mary McLeod

Mary McLeod

Aug 24, 2022

Mary McLeod, December 29, 1932 - August 24, 2022Mary McLeod recently passed away at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her parents Ira and Washburn Jones, originally from Ridge Farm, IL, a sister Sara F. Graham of Paris, IL, and her late husband Neal McLeod of Jacksonville, FL. She is survived by her nephew and wife...

William "Cal" Callan Gilbert

William "Cal" Callan Gilbert

Aug 22, 2022

 

William Callan (Cal) Gilbert leaves many friends, a great salesman with Equifax (in fact the best) passed away peacefully August 22, 2022 at the age of 99+ .  He was born on January 23, 1923 to John D and Hattie Gilbert in Greenville, SC. Graduating from the University of Georgia (a faithful “Dawg”) after serving as a B24 tail...

Christopher Joseph Lamoureux

Christopher Joseph Lamoureux

Aug 21, 2022

Christopher Joseph Lamoureux, 55, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, formerly of Media, PA, passed away suddenly at his home on August 21, 2022.

Chris is survived by his parents, Christopher and Dale (Meiswich) Lamoureux; his siblings, Renée (Kenny) Pridgen, North Carolina, Michelle (Rick) McElrath, Texas, Joseph (Johnna), Colorado, Michael (Kristy), Media, PA, and Maryann (Ryan) Crocamo, Brookhaven, PA; his nieces and...

Kenneth J. Curthoys

Kenneth J. Curthoys

Aug 20, 2022

 

Kenneth J. Curthoys, 87, passed away August 20, 2022.  He was born September 26, 1934, in Buffalo, NY.  He grew up in Buffalo, NY and moved his young family to Detroit, MI in 1967. 

Ken proudly served our country in the U.S. Marines before embarking on a career in computer programming.  After retiring from a successful career with General...

Shirley Sacks Kirby

Shirley Sacks Kirby

Aug 17, 2022

 

Shirley Sacks Kirby, born Shirley Elizabeth Gough, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children and close friends, on August 17, 2022, after a long battle with cancer. Shirley is preceded in death by her loving husband, Nicholas Kirby, and is survived by her three children, Sam, Nick, and Katie.

Shirley was born May 1961, to parents, Frank and Mary...

Marvin L. Aurand

Marvin L. Aurand

Aug 15, 2022

Marvin L Aurand, age 81, passed away peacefully August 15, 2022.  He was born December 2, 1940, in Mt Gilead, Ohio.  Parents, Hobert N Aurand and Fern E (Pryor) Aurand.  He grew up in Ohio until he moved to Florida as a young man. He enlisted in the US Navy and was stationed at Mayport Naval Base then separated from...

Daniel (Danny) Patrick Casino

Daniel (Danny) Patrick Casino

Aug 10, 2022

 

Daniel Patrick Casino (Danny) 70, passed away August 10, 2022.  He was born March 2, 1952, in Quantico, VA.  He grew up in Jacksonville Beach after moving there in 1961 and loved to surf, fish, bowl, and travel. He graduated from Fletcher HS in 1970.

Danny was the owner and operator of Casino’s Wallcovering and Carpet, Inc. for 30...

Janet S. Whitehead

Janet S. Whitehead

Aug 10, 2022

 

Janet Stoner Whitehead

8-22-54 ---- 8-10-22

Janet was born in Jacksonville at St. Vincent’s. She graduated from Western Kentucky University and went on to enjoy a career in sales and marketing. She enjoyed reading, cooking, dancing, traveling, and spending time with family. Janet is survived by sisters Jennifer DuBose (David) and Judy Gustafson, nephews, a niece, and cousins. She...

George "Quint" Lindley Taber V

George "Quint" Lindley Taber V

Aug 9, 2022

 

Staff Sergeant George Lindley Taber V "Quint", 30, of Glen St. Mary, FL, died suddenly Tuesday, August 9, 2022, while attending U.S. Army Ranger School in Dahlonega, GA. Quint succumbed to injuries received during a weather induced training hold.  

Quint was born May 15, 1992, in Beaufort SC.  He graduated from Conway High School in Conway, AR in 2010. ...

Ricky Deaton

Ricky Deaton

Aug 9, 2022

 

Ricky Lee Deaton, 50 went to be with the Lord on August 9th, 2022. Born on January 23rd,1972 to his late Father Pearl Deaton and his Mother Barbara Jean Reinert. Ricky was a loving Father, Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, and Friend. 

Ricky was an Avid Cincinnati Bengals fan (WhoDey!!), loved his Skyline Chili and his BBQ Grippos potato chips. He worked for...

William Fredrick Meister

William Fredrick Meister

Aug 8, 2022

William (Bill) Meister passed away at home on August 8, 2022. He was born in Toledo, Ohio along with his twin sister Mary to parents William and Dorothy Meister. Bill attended Albion College and Eastern Michigan University prior to careers with Chrysler, Thetford and Port-O-Let. He later owned and operated two Swensen’s restaurants in Jacksonville.

Bill is survived by his...

William Franklin Moore

William Franklin Moore

Aug 7, 2022

 

William F. Moore       1928-2022

Capt. William Franklin (“Bill”) Moore (USN Ret) passed away peacefully in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida on August 7, 2022 at the age of 94. Originally from Carmel, CA, he was the only son of James and Elisabeth Moore. He graduated from The Kiski School (Saltsburg, PA) and then attended Stanford University on a scholarship awarded...

David Randall "Randy" Henry

David Randall "Randy" Henry

Aug 7, 2022

 

David Randall “Randy” Henry, 57, of Jacksonville, Florida, husband of Lisa Warren Henry died Sunday, August 7, 2022.

Born in Franklin, NC, he was the son of John Harold Henry and Sarah Louise Tallent Henry, both deceased.

David was long retired from Ingles Markets where he had progressed from being a produce clerk at age 16 to being a...

Loretta Mary Tosti Durfee

Loretta Mary Tosti Durfee

Aug 7, 2022

Loretta Mary (Tosti) Durfee found her place in heaven on the morning of August 7, 2022. She was a loving mother and grandmother, adored by many friends and neighbors, and will be greatly missed.

Loretta was born on June 5, 1935, in Binghamton, NY to Domnick and Angela Tosti. She was a 1953 graduate of Binghamton Central High School. During...

Samuel John Atter

Samuel John Atter

Aug 6, 2022

Sam Atter, 63, passed away August 6, 2022. He was born and lived in Jacksonville, Florida his entire life. He graduated from Wolfson High School in 1977 and was a kicker for their Varsity football team.

 

Sam loved many sports, especially football and golf. He was an avid Gator fan. He also loved cruising with his wife Margaret...