Obituaries

Phyllis G. Zoll

Phyllis G. Zoll

Apr 29, 2025

Phyllis G Zoll of Jacksonville, Florida; previous resident of Springfield, Illinois, went to rest peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Douglas Center for Caring located in Jacksonville, FL. Born February 25, 1940, to Frank and Edith Marmion, of Bartonville, Illinois. Her parents, daughter Kathy Lynn Zoll, and brother John (Jack) Marmion, preceded her in death.

Phyllis graduated from Limestone High...

Alice Fay Williams Bowden

Alice Fay Williams Bowden

Apr 23, 2025

Alice Fay Williams Bowden of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on April 23, 2025.

Born to Arthur Coy Williams and Winnie Carol (Sears) Williams on February 18, 1944, in Forest City, North Carolina, Alice Fay graduated from Cool Springs High School in Forest City, NC and worked as a bookkeeper for over 25 years for Children’s Medical Group in Jacksonville, Florida.

Alice Fay...

Whitney Rachell Roling

Whitney Rachell Roling

Apr 23, 2025

Whitney Rachell Roling, born on June 16, 1993, in Gainesville, Florida, passed away on April 23, 2025, in Keystone Heights, Florida. Her passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Whitney was a vibrant soul whose life was a beautiful blend of chaos, love, laughter, and peace. She found immense joy in spending time...

Tom Markham

Tom Markham

Apr 22, 2025

Tom Graduated Landon High School in 1955 and attended Jacksonville University. In 1959, he built and operated his first recording studio, Magnum Studio, on Lovegrove Road (now University Blvd.) He began working as a camera operator in 1961 at WJXT Channel 4 television in Jacksonville and later formed his own publishing company Shade Tree Records with his partner Jim Sutton...

Eugene "Gene" Joseph Anania

Eugene "Gene" Joseph Anania

Apr 15, 2025

Eugene “Gene” Joseph Anania, 67, of St. Augustine, Florida (formerly of West Haven, CT), passed away on April 15, 2025, after a life lived large. Born in Rome, Italy to Giuseppe Anania and Carmela Tambone Anania on July 12, 1957, he immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 6 with his parents to New Haven, CT then moved to...

Shirley L. Tucker

Shirley L. Tucker

Apr 15, 2025

Shirley L. Tucker passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, after a brief illness, just five days before her 93rd birthday. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Shirley lived a life centered around her family and her deep Catholic faith.

Born in Rochester, New York, Shirley was the daughter of George F. Lorenz, a noted architect in Rochester and Monroe...

Arturo Francisco Velazquez Betancourt

Arturo Francisco Velazquez Betancourt

Apr 12, 2025

With deep sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Arturo Francisco Velázquez Betancourt, who departed this life on April 12, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on January 30, 1944, in Banes, Holguín, Cuba, he was the beloved son of Arturo Rafael Velázquez and Lucila Betancourt Claro.

Arturo lived a life marked by quiet strength, integrity, and unwavering...

Dolores "Lorie" Ann Easterling

Dolores "Lorie" Ann Easterling

Apr 12, 2025

Dolores Ann “Lorie” Easterling, 79, of Fleming Island, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Lorie lived a wonderful life. She was born on December 14, 1945, in New York City to Mary Deady Norton and Harold Edwin Norton, and spent her childhood living between New York and Florida. She graduated from Terry Parker High School in 1963 and...

Norma Genia Silas

Norma Genia Silas

Apr 11, 2025

Norma Genia Silas, 80, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, in Saint Johns, Florida. Born on July 28, 1944, in Effingham, Illinois, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family and unwavering support as a military wife for over three decades. 

Norma was the beloved wife of John William Silas. Together, they built a strong and enduring partnership...

Owen James Wilson, Jr.

Owen James Wilson, Jr.

Apr 9, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Owen James Wilson, Jr. as a result of dementia.

Owen died peacefully at home April 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family, friends, and neighbors in Jacksonville, Florida.

Born in April 1937 in Calypso, North Carolina, Owen led a life defined by dedication – to his faith, his career, and...

Jerome "Jerry" Phillip Peckham

Jerome "Jerry" Phillip Peckham

Apr 8, 2025

Our beloved Jerome "Jerry" Phillip Peckham passed away peacefully with hospice on April 8, 2025, after an unexpected eight-week hospital stay.

Born September 5, 1942, in Miami, Florida, he spent his childhood years in Miami and Tampa. After serving four years in the Marine Corps, Jerry began a long career with Commercial Credit, where he met his first wife, Judy Cheatham....

Melinda Gale Howard

Melinda Gale Howard

Mar 31, 2025

Melinda Gale Howard, age 49, passed away on March 31st, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, after a fierce and courageous battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.

She was born on September 15th, 1975, to Gloria Sue Howard and Dale Howard. Melinda grew up in Indiana, where she graduated from Logansport High School in 1993. She later earned her nursing degree from Ivy...

Rolan McKenzie Hatley

Rolan McKenzie Hatley

Mar 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rolan McKenzie Hatley of Jacksonville, Florida, who died at age 75 on March 29, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. He was a man of immense humor and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his family, who surrounded him with love in his final weeks. His unwavering spirit will forever be...

Patrick Daniel Clements

Patrick Daniel Clements

Mar 25, 2025

Patrick “Pat” Daniel Clements, 58, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on March 25, 2025. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend, Pat lived a life full of heart, service, and adventure. He was known for his larger-than-life personality, infectious spirit and the deep love he held for the people around him. Above all, he was a funny man...

Larry Dean Rowland

Larry Dean Rowland

Mar 25, 2025

Larry Dean Rowland, son of James William and Rachel Ellen (nee Price) Rowland, was one of 12 siblings from Kewanee, Illinois.

After graduating high school in 1958, he joined the U.S. Navy in 1959 and proudly served his country for over 30 years. While in the Navy, he saw the world, including serving on the U.S.S. Cone and U.S.S. Hartley; and...

James Dean Ehlers

James Dean Ehlers

Mar 24, 2025

James Dean Ehlers, our dear, sweet, precious husband (to Sally), father (of four who cherished him), grandfather (of nine), brother (of three) and great grandfather (of three) went to his final home with the Lord on Monday, March 24, 2025, after 91 wonderful years. He repeatedly affirmed his love for his family and Jesus during his transition to his next...

Michael Ray Copeland

Michael Ray Copeland

Mar 21, 2025

Michael Ray Copeland Jr, 39, a beloved father, husband, son, brother, grandson, nephew, and uncle, passed away on March 21, 2025, at 9:49 am, The day we lost our whole world in the blink of an eye.

Michael was born on November 26, 1985, and lived life to the fullest every day. He was most known for buying a hotdog cart...

Jay S. Hefferon

Jay S. Hefferon

Mar 15, 2025

After battling ALS for four years, Jay left his broken body behind on Saturday morning, March 15th.

Jay always had a quick smile and everyone who he met became an instant friend. His easy-going, fun-loving personality was infectious, and you knew you were going to have a good time if he was there.

As a husband, he was absolutely the best. Steady,...

James Locke

James Locke

Mar 10, 2025

It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of James Locke, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, mentor, and friend to many, who left us too soon on March 10th at the age of 73. James was born in Eustis, Florida, and was a proud native Floridian. He resided in Jacksonville for most of his life.

James...

Ian Thomas Aldrich

Ian Thomas Aldrich

Mar 10, 2025

Ian Thomas Aldrich, 43, of Gainesville, FL passed away on March 10, 2025. Ian was born on October 13, 1981, in Fairbanks, AK to David Richard Aldrich and Barbara Ann Aldrich. Ian attended Santa Fe Community College, where he majored in Videography. He was previously employed at Volkswagen of Gainesville, Florida.

Ian enjoyed BMX, mountain biking, skateboarding, wrestling, and disc golf....