It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen OConnor Chase on Friday, January 31, 2025. She was born on July 3,1946 in Taunton, Massachusetts. But lets briefly talk about the dash. Maureen grew up in a large family with strong family values in Taunton, Massachusetts. She was very proud of her heritage and always considered Taunton...
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen OConnor Chase on Friday, January 31, 2025. She was born on July 3,1946 in Taunton, Massachusetts. But lets briefly talk about the dash. Maureen grew up in a large family with strong family values in Taunton, Massachusetts. She was very proud of her heritage and always considered Taunton...
Raymond Carrigg of Hastings, Florida passed away on Jan 30, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Wylene Cross Geiger "Agnes", 82, of High Springs, Florida passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Wylene was born in Donalsonville, Georgia on August 30, 1942 to Idus James and Thelma Cross.Wylene worked as a server for the Rebel House. She enjoyed writing, gardening, weeding, reading, and loved being with her family.Wylene is survived by her daughters, Donna Bergquist (Tom)...
Kathleen L. Horton, 89, passed away on January 28, 2025. She was born in New York City on May 1, 1935 to Karl and Myrtle Klee. She moved to Florida in 1972. She worked as a Licensed Practice Nurse at the Division Hospital in Lake City and at North Florida Regional Hospital for 14 years.She is preceded in death by...
Gary John Henderson, 60, of Keystone Heights, FL passed away on January 27, 2025, in Starke, FL.Celebration of Life will be held at The Reserve at Point Meadows on February 22, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.Gary John Henderson was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Gary E. Henderson and Margaret L Henderson (Loveland) on July 29, 1964. He...
Marguerite T. Ricks, "Sister Baby", 98, of Fort White, Florida, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Marguerite was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on May 26, 1926 to George and Mattie Todd. Sister Baby was married to Ernest Ricks for 55 years.She graduated from Dunbar High School where she received a high school diploma. Sister Baby worked as a...
Joe Churchville Ricks, Jr. 67 years old, passed away on January 25, 2025 in Calderitas, Quintana Roo, Mexico.Joe was born to the late Joseph Churchville Ricks and Alma (Todd) Ricks on July 23, 1957. He went to high school at Keystone Heights Jr, Sr. High and graduated in 1975. Immediately following graduation, he joined the Army and later earned a...
Frank P. Saladino, 82, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 15, 1942, in Jacksonville to Frank Saladino and Lorena Canto, Frank lived a life dedicated to family, service, and the simple pleasures that brought joy to those around him.For nearly 54 years, Frank was married to the love...
My father, John Lee Ward, was truly a blessed man. The stories he revealed to me later in life -- starting with possessing only a second-grade education, to leaving home [Forest City, AR] when he was 13-years old with an older cousin who disappeared in Seattle, WA, while attempting to sell jewelry to support both of them, to catching trains...
Joseph A. Scanlan Jr., born on June 17, 1954, in Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, in San Jose, California. He was 70 years old.Joseph spent his formative years in Starke, Florida, where he began a journey marked by dedication and accomplishment. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida School of Law and built a...
Jason Cruz, born on November 22, 1992, in Jacksonville, FL, passed away on January 24, 2025. Jason was a bright soul who brought light and joy to those around him.Jason had a deep love for life and found meaning in the little things that brought him happiness. He was passionate about Yu-Gi-Oh! cards and the lessons they offered, often sharing...
Olga Regina Nick "Chacha" 1930-2025Olga Regina Nick, 94 of Jacksonville, Florida, died peacefully at her home and went to be with the Lord on January 23, 2025. She was born in Havana, Cuba to parents, Juan Antonio Romero and Blanca Romero. At age twenty-five, Chacha immigrated to Miami, Florida where she later met and married her life partner of fifty-five...
Douglas Charles Thomas FreemanMarch 16, 1988 - January 23, 2025It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we announce the passing of our son Douglas Charles Thomas Freeman on January 23, 2025, after a year's long battle with cancer. Born on March 16, 1988, in Jacksonville, Florida, Douglas was a shining light who embraced...
It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my beloved father, John Mortimer McCown III, "Johnny", who left this world surrounded by his loving family. His final moments were filled with warmth, love, and the presence of those who cherished him most.A true lover of the water, my dad found joy in surfing at the beach, water...
Patricia (Pat) Croom Barnard, of Gainesville, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. She was 95 years old.Pat, daughter of Asa Waller and Montice Croom, was born on February 3, 1929, in Florence, South Carolina, and lived in Mullins, South Carolina for most of her early life. She attended Winthrop College for two years and then transferred to Duke...
James Edward Coleman (Jimmy to his family, and Buck to his many friends), of Melrose, Florida, passed away on January 21, 2025 after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on June 3, 1952 in Jacksonville, Florida, Jimmy lived a life filled with family, friends, and adventure.Jimmy worked for Bellsouth/AT&T for 37 years, but family and friends will remember...
Wellington Vitorino passed away on Jan 21, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here. Funeral Home George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Homes 4747 Main Street Jacksonville FL - 32216 US
"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." - Thomas Campbell.Richard Michael Sabat, age 67, of Gainesville, FL passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at E.T. York Hospice Care Center where he had spent several visits previously & made friends with the special staff. He endured a long and courageous battle with stage 4 colon cancer. Richard...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sarah Louvenia Addison, who departed this life peacefully on January 17, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on November 8, 1939, in Lawtey, Florida, Sarah lived a rich and fulfilling life, ultimately residing in Keystone Heights, Florida.A devoted homemaker, Sarah dedicated her life to nurturing her family and...