Obituaries

Aug 19, 2019

Gale Suzan Richardson Lucas (Yaya), age 67 (21 again) of Jacksonville Beach went to be with our Lord and Savior August 19, 2019 surrounded by family.  She was born in Key West, FL to the late Robert L. Richardson and Virginia M. (Tirb) Richardson on November 30, 1951. Gale considered Jacksonville Beach, FL her home for over 50 years....

Aug 19, 2019

John Francis Hanlon passed away peacefully at his home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida on Monday, August 19th, 2019 following a brief illness, surrounded by his loving children. John was born in New York City, and was predeceased by his beloved wife of nearly sixty years, Marie McDonagh Hanlon. John enjoyed a long career at the New York Daily...

Aug 16, 2019

Charles “Chuck" Edward Fuchs, USN (Retired) passed away at the age of 79 years old on Friday, August 16, 2019. He was a month shy of his 80th birthday. He was born in Cannelton, Indiana on September 28, 1939 to parents, Charles William and Anna Fuchs.

Chuck joined the Navy at 17 years old and served our...

Aug 15, 2019

Lynn G. Benner, 94, of Jacksonville Beach, FL, passed away on August 15, 2019 after a short illness. Born on December 26, 1924 in Pittsburgh, PA, Lynn lived in Los Angeles, CA, for many years before relocating to Jacksonville in 1956.

Lynn became an accomplished artist while in California, becoming an invited member of the American Pen...

Aug 14, 2019

Thomas Leon Beaver, 60, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2019. He was born October 23, 1958 in Bath, NY, to Roy and Norma Beaver.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

Aug 13, 2019

Ana Mercedes Lynton passed away peacefully in her home on August 13, 2019.

Ana was born in the Republic of Panama on December 28, 1944 to Martin Vega and Maria del Carmen.  She was a long-time resident of Atlantic Beach and was preceded in death by her husband Donald Joe Moses who was a decorated Veteran of...

Aug 13, 2019

Helen Roberts Williamson, 92, passed away on August 13, 2019.  Helen was born in Washington, D.C. on September 4, 1926, to Caro Margaret Roberts and William Allerton Roberts.  She graduated from Immaculata High School and the Georgetown University School of Nursing in Washington, D.C.  She received a master’s degree in Cardiovascular Clinical Care Nursing from The Catholic University of...

Aug 13, 2019

Marjorie Grace Higgins (née Rowland) passed away on August 13, 2019 at age 84 in the company of her husband, Robert Higgins, and daughters, Nan Higgins Magrath and Susan Higgins. Her last days were peaceful.

Marge was born on June 8, 1935, the only child of Elwyn and Marjorie Rowland (née Van Leuven). Born and raised in...

Aug 13, 2019

Alfred Bruce Perkins Sr., 83, passed away on August 13, 2019.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 20, 2019 in the Chapel of Quinn-Shalz.

Aug 12, 2019

Harry Jay DeBolt, 84, passed August 12, 2019 from Leukemia. Jay was born April 21, 1935 in Uniontown, PA, the son of Harry DeBolt and Margaret (Dull) DeBolt. His sister Diane and brother-in-law Jack Marshall preceded him in death.

Jay is survived by his wife of 40 years, Beverly (Regula) DeBolt, daughter Sherry Clayton, grandson Scott (Kelly)...

Aug 12, 2019

On August 12, 2019, Doris Ann Delahunty (Maloney), recently of Jacksonville, passed away at the age of 89 after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family.

Doris was born on September 18, 1929, in New York, NY to Raymond and Agnes (Kearney) Maloney. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Fordham University in 1951and...

Aug 11, 2019

Matthew Brandon Hodges, 28, passed away August 11, 2019. He was born May 26, 1991 in Jacksonville, FL. Matthew graduated from Nease High School in 2009 where he was a member of ROTC. Matthew was a faithful friend and incredible son and brother. Matthew always had a smile on his face and was quick to give you a hug...

Aug 10, 2019

Laurine C. Gavron, 73, passed away on August 10, 2019 in Auburndale, FL. She was born in Alexandria, Louisiana on April 23, 1946 to the late Cyrus S. and Norma Cruttenden.

Laurine retired after teaching for 43 years. She taught at All Saints Academy in Winter Haven, FL and Bishop Kenny Catholic High School in Jacksonville, FL....

Aug 9, 2019

Julianna Warren Howe, 79, passed away peacefully in the presence of family on August 9, 2019.  She was born March 16, 1940 in Jacksonville, Florida to Julian Warren and Regina Carter Warren. She and her family moved to the Beaches in 1969.

Julianna was a member of the Ponte Vedra Chapter of the Daughters of the American...

Aug 8, 2019

William R. Pelland, son of Joseph Pelland and Germaine (Boulaise) Pelland returned home to be with the Lord on August 8, 2019. He served in the United States Navy for 29 years and retired as Hull Technician Command Master Chief.  He was an active member and Service Officer of the American Legion  Post 316 and Fleet Reserve Post 290 as well...

Aug 6, 2019

Beatrice Irene Jones Schaffer was born on July 26, 1912, and died August 6, 2019 at the age of 107. She was the daughter of Laura Roseberry Jones and Harry Jones and preceded in death by her sisters Alma, and May, and her brother Kenneth. Following Bea’s graduation from St. Luke’s Nursing School in Bethlehem, PA she proudly served...

Aug 4, 2019

Carl Walter Krouch, 78, loving and devoted husband, energetic father and grandfather, career US Naval officer, sports enthusiast, patient coach/teacher, and loyal friend died on Sunday, August 4, 2019.

Carl was born on October 2, 1940 in Chicago, IL to Walter and Anne Krouch. He grew up with two sisters and graduated from Riverside High School in 1958....

Aug 1, 2019

L. Scott Freudenthal, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, died suddenly at the age of 58, on August 1, 2019.  Scott was born April 20, 1961 in Kansas City, Missouri and was raised in St. Joseph, Missouri by a large and loving family to become the kindest man. He had a generous nature and a love for life, friends, and God....

Jul 31, 2019

Edward Joseph Maxted, 84, passed away on July 31, 2019.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated probably around the end of August. Information will be announced as soon as it is confirmed.

Jul 30, 2019

Edward Thomas Weiss, 46, passed away unexpectedly July 30, 2019. He was born July 17, 1973 in West Islip, NY.

The son of a military father, he traveled throughout his young childhood. Edward also served his country in the United States Air Force with tours in Germany and Turkey. He returned to Jacksonville, FL to complete his...