Obituaries

Feb 13, 2026

Richard Stanley Knight, 75, passed away February 13, 2026. He was born February 8, 1951, in Jacksonville, FL where he grew up in Lake Forrest. He raised his family in Callahan, FL before moving to Jacksonville Beach where he eventually retired.

As a young man, he was a boy scout and achieved the rank of Eagle. Rick competed in shooting competitions...

Feb 10, 2026

Donald Francis Muldoon of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, passed away on February 10, 2026, from complications of lung cancer. He was 88.

He was born on April 9, 1937, on the Lower East Side of New York City, where he was raised. In 1956, Don joined the United States Army and proudly served his country in Korea. After returning home, he...

Jan 16, 2026

Marilyn Agnes Netzel passed into new life on Friday, January 16, 2026, at her home in Jacksonville, Florida at the age of 92.

She was born Marilyn Agnes Mylor on March 12, 1933, in Madison, Indiana, and considered Carrollton, Kentucky, her hometown. She was the daughter of Hugh Thomas and Helen Cecelia Gardner Mylor. Marilyn lost her eyesight at the age...

Feb 21, 2026

Ana Acevedo Grullon, 71 years young, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, passed away on February 21, 2026. Ana was an avid Christian, trained CNA and cosmetologist.

She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Harry Heathouse; sons, John Grullon, Frankie Grullon; sister, Lisa Acevedo and niece, Chantall Paden. She was preceded in death by father, Jose Acevedo, and mother, Ana Valdez.

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Feb 20, 2026

Dorothy D'Amato, 90, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL., passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. Please check back for the full obituary.

Feb 20, 2026

Feb 16, 2026

Claudette Nolan Brown Helmick, 86, of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026.

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...

Feb 13, 2026

Ann Cacace, famously known as “Aunt Babe,” passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026, surrounded by family. She was 100 years old.

Ann was born on April 30, 1925, to Antonio and Rose Cacace in Brooklyn, NY, where she lived for 55 years before moving to Rockland County, NY, and eventually Washington, DC. She had a long and successful career...

Feb 10, 2026

George Gilbert Gooden Jr., of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026. 

Born May 23, 1951, to the late Shirley and George Gooden Sr., in St. Louis, Missouri, George grew up with a strong sense of independence and curiosity. He attended Jacksonville University, where he began developing his artistic talent from a passion to the foundation of a...

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...

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...

Feb 7, 2026

Sanjeet Singh Grewal was born on March 26, 1987, in Ludhiana, India to parents Ranjit and Parminder Grewal. He passed away unexpectedly in Puerto Rico on February 7, 2026.

At the age of 2 ½, he moved to the US, growing up in Queens, New York and then in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He loved sailing on oil tankers and cargo ships...

Feb 5, 2026

Elaine Kihen Calvin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on February 5, 2026, at the age of 92. She lived a life of quiet purpose and was known for her selfless spirit, her generosity and dedication to others.

A Detroit native, Elaine graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Education and went on to teach elementary and special...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Feb 2, 2026

Frederick (“Fred”) William Voss, age 91, joined his Lord and Savior on February 2, 2026, at home in Jacksonville, Florida. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday March 7th at 2:00 PM at Tamaya Grand Living, 3270 Tamaya Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32246, where he resided with his wife Antoinette...

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...