Obituaries
Pushpa Gandotra
Jul 12, 2025
The passing of Pushpa Gandotra is announced with heavy hearts. She passed away on July 12 at the age of 87, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Gurdaspur on January 12, Pushpa lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Pushpa was a devoted wife to her late husband, Jagdish, a nurturing mother...
Virginia Irene McCaslin
Jun 30, 2025
Ginny McCaslin passed away peacefully with family by her side on June 30, 2025, at the age of 80, at the McGraw Hospice Center in Jacksonville, Florida, following a recent illness.
Born on July 8, 1944, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, to Fred and Frances Valle, Ginny attended Union Area High School - Class of 1962 and graduated from Slippery Rock University...
Barbara Drake Glass
Jul 14, 2025
GLASS – Barbara Drake Glass, 72, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, passed away July 14, 2025.
Patricia Brannam
Jul 12, 2025
Patricia ("Trish”) Brannam quietly passed away at her home in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 12, 2025.
Born on December 31, 1954, Trish was a proud native of Jacksonville, Florida, graduating from Ribault High School in the class of 1974, and resided on the First Coast her entire life.
Trish devoted her professional life to Blue Cross Blue Shield in Jacksonville until her...
Marjorie Ann Rebis
Jul 12, 2025
Marjorie Ann Rebis, 86, passed away July 12, 2025. She was born on November 4, 1938, in Niagara Falls, NY. She grew up in Niagara Falls, NY, then raised her children in Pittsburgh, PA. She then retired to Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
Marjorie graduated from Duquesne University with a degree in Chemistry. She went on to teach High School Science. She...
William "Kim" Hensley
Jul 6, 2025
William Kimberly “Kim” Hensley, a devoted husband, father, brother, and “Papa” passed away on July 6, 2025 in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
Born in 1952 to Elizabeth and Paul Hensley, Kim grew up in Sanford, NC, where he played center for the 1968 State Champion Sanford Central football team. He graduated from NC State University with degrees in Recreation and Parks...
Patricia L. Matsalla
Jul 3, 2025
Patricia L. Matsalla 86, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Wayne Robert Geis
2025
Wayne “Buddy” Geis
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Coach, and Friend
Wayne R. Geis, affectionately known as "Buddy," passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. Born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Buddy's life was marked by passion, purpose, and a deep connection with those around him.
Buddy's career as a collegiate and professional football coach took him across the country, but his heart found a...
Mahendrasinh Gharia
Jul 2, 2025
Mahendrasinh Gharia, 81, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, July 02, 2025.
Jerry Lionel McKinney
Jun 30, 2025
Jerry Lionel McKinney of Valdosta, Georgia passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, in Community Hospice of Jacksonville, Florida. He was born in Dallas, Texas on July 23,1936 to Willie Ilean (Bill) and Daniel Leake McKinney of Paris, Texas. As a child, Jerry loved being mischievous, always outdoors, playing sports, and bass fishing.
Jerry graduated from Paris High School in 1954....
Raymond E. Gianni
Jun 29, 2025
Raymond E. Gianni 80, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Jerry Alton Ferguson
Jun 27, 2025
Jerry Alton Ferguson 85, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025. Please check back for the full obituary.
Daniel Young
Jun 27, 2025
Daniel Sharp Young, 81, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Born on Feb. 28, 1944, in Swainsboro, Georgia, Dan lived an interesting life filled with travel, friends, and family.
Dan attended Dupont High School in Jacksonville and served in the United States Air Force. He graduated from Georgia Southwestern State University in 1972 with a B.A....
Brandon Douglas Jacobs
Jun 24, 2025
Brandon Douglas Jacobs, 50, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 26, 1975, in Provo, UT, to Douglas Earl Jacobs and Linda Louise Walker Jacobs.
Brandon was the only son of Doug and Linda and a beloved brother to five sisters. He grew up in a home centered...
Larry A. Baldwin, Sr.
Jun 21, 2025
Larry Allen Baldwin, Sr., a cherished father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on June 21, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. Born on July 19, 1983, in Slidell, Louisiana, Larry's life journey was one marked by love, determination, and an unwavering commitment to his family and friends.
As a self-motivated entrepreneur, Larry established a well-respected local business in Jacksonville, where...
Olga P Prat
2025
In Loving Memory of Olga Prat
June 29, 1923- June 20, 2025
With profound sorrow and immense love, we announce the passing of Olga Prat, who departed this life peacefully on June 20, 2025, at the age of 101. She was surrounded by her family – just as she had always surrounded us – with warmth, care, and unconditional love.
Olga was born...
Alexander C. Skowronski
Jun 18, 2025
Alexander C. Skowronski, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. Born on August 28, 1941, in Derby, Connecticut, Alexander leaves behind a legacy of kindness and a spirit of generosity that touched the lives of many.
For over a decade, Alexander served as a retail associate at Home Depot, where he found joy in helping others and forging...
Juan Garcia
Jun 16, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Juan Felipe Garcia on June 16, 2025, at the age of 84, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. His battle with Parkinson's Disease was a testament to his courage and resilience. Despite the challenges of his illness, he remained steadfast in his strength and faith.
Juan was born on February 5,...
Jim Roiz
Jun 14, 2025
Jim R. Roiz, a long-time resident of the Beaches community, passed away on June 14, 2025. He was born on April 5, 1947, in Norfolk, Virginia, to Albert F. Roiz and Anne Daniel Roiz.
Jim graduated high school in Jacksonville before attending North Florida Junior College in Madison, Florida—where he met the love of his life, Christine Ellis. His academic journey...
Shawn Christopher Parnell
Jun 12, 2025
Shawn Christopher Parnell, 48, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on June 12, 2025. Born on February 21, 1977, in Jacksonville, Shawn spent his life rooted in the community he loved.
A proud graduate of the University of North Florida, Shawn dedicated over two decades to his career at JEA as an Electrical Engineer, serving from 2003 until his passing. Earlier in...