Obituaries

Jul 23, 2023

Christopher was hospitalized for a sudden illness on June 26, 2023. He was called to heaven to be with the lord after a valiant fight. We hold comfort in knowing that he is with God now. His million dollar smile and joyful spirit captured the hearts of all. Christopher was baptized at an early age in the bethel M.B....

Jul 19, 2023

Jason Allen Barrett, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on July 19, 2023, at the age of 45, in Jacksonville, Florida. His departure from this world leaves a void that will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved him.

Born in Lawrenceburg, TN, Jason was a graduate of...

Jul 15, 2023

Pattie Schepens, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law and grandmother, died Saturday, July 15, in Ponte Vedra, Fla. She was 75 years old.

Pattie was a bedouin of the U.S. military and a tenacious cancer fighter whose deep Christian faith radiated in everything she did.

Born in Fort Myer, Va., Patricia Mary Veal Schepens traveled the world...

Jul 15, 2023

Brenda Calaire Soule’ passed away on July 15, 2023, at the age of 65 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Brenda is survived by her daughters: Shenea and Tavia Soule’; her grandchildren, Aubrey Soule’, Kalani Soule’, Zarianna Soule’, Na’ Vanti Soule’, Semaj Graham, Sesiah Soule’ and Inari Perry; her sisters, Karen Crawford, and Kim James; her brothers, Ricky and Anthony...

Jul 11, 2023

Hansell Theodore "Ted" Jeffers, Jr., went to be with the Lord on July 11, 2023 at Community Hospice in Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital.  He was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville, Florida, born March 14, 1940.  Ted graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, attended the University of Florida, and graduated from Jacksonville University and University of North Florida,...

Jul 9, 2023

Nancy Mae Philbrook 80 years old, Jacksonville, FL, passed away peacefully at home with her family on July 9, 2023. She was born to Desmond and Loretta Bickford on October 4, 1942 in Waterville, Maine. She was a graduate of Lawrence High School in Fairfield Maine. She was happily married to her husband Forest for 56 years. She was...

Jul 6, 2023

Karen Lee Groeschl, 66, of Sheboygan passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023, in Jacksonville, Florida.

Karen was born on September 10, 1956, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to the late Elton and Kathleen Blanke. She graduated from Sheboygan South High School in 1975. Karen was united in marriage to James Groeschl on April 1, 2010, in Crown Point,...

Jul 2, 2023

Aiden Bing Kramer, age 14 went to be with Jesus on July 2, 2023.  He had been in hospice care for the last two months of his life and died peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loving family. Aiden was adopted at age 2 from China and lived in St. Johns, Florida. He is survived by his parents...

Jul 2, 2023

Dominic Aramis Tolbert gained his wings on July 2, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love. Born on April 2, 2009, in Jacksonville and residing with his family in Orange Park, FL, Dominic was a remarkable young man who embraced education, cherished his time with family, and enjoyed playing video games. His love for cooking and...

Jun 30, 2023

David Wayne Manieri born in Jacksonville, FL on May 26th 1974., went home to be with the Lord on June 30th, 2023. He is survived by his adoring mother, Denise, his sister Rebecca, niece Asia and nephew Liryk. There are so many other friends and family members that loved him, including Neil who he loved like a brother.

Jun 25, 2023

James (Jim) William Mittelstadt, 84, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away peacefully Sunday, June 25, cared for by family, friends, and Community Hospice. Jim was born to Frederick Mittelstadt and Viola Schwen Mittelstadt in 1939 in Blue Earth, MN. Attending Blue Earth High School, Mankato State, and Wayne State University leading to a life teaching at the University of North...

Jun 23, 2023

Jo Marie Smith, 94, passed away on June 23, 2023 in Jacksonville, FL. She was born on March 9, 1929 in Leavittsburg, Ohio to Roy A. Green and Marie A. Green . She is survived by her daughters Lynnette Bichsel, Stacey Pierce (Tex), and her son Erik Smith, as well as her grandchildren Jennifer Ruhlen (Bill), Sean Bichsel (Patricia),...

Jun 20, 2023

Hank peacefully passed away in Jacksonville, FL on June 20, 2023 at Mayo Clinic after a short but intense battle with multiple myloma.

He was born in Covington, KY on October 26, 1948 born to Harry Tabeling and Dorothy Baumer. He attended St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati, Xavier University, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry.

Jun 17, 2023

Elmer Raymond "Ray" Lowney Jr., of Jacksonville, FL passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, June 17, 2023.  He was born on January 4, 1951, in Duluth, MN.  Ray graduated from Duluth Cathedral High School in 1969.  Ray served in the Air National Guard and retired after 39 years as Senior Master Sergeant.  Ray was an avid cruiser and...

Jun 16, 2023

Laura Marie Blake (Hesketh)January 20, 1949-June 16, 2023

Laurie left this world June 16, 2023, follow a stroke.

She was from Portland, Maine and came to Jacksonville in 1974.

Laurie was the owner of CompuType Graphics and Design. After reinventing herself several times, she became a Realtor, until her retirement in 2014.

Jun 16, 2023

Stephen “Steve” Fancy, 77, of Orange Park, FL, died June 16, 2023 peacefully with his family by his side.

He leaves his daughter Christina (John) Rumage; son Joshua (Shae) Fancy; and grandson Leo.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Stella Fancy and wife, Brenda Fancy (Keronen).

Steve grew up...

Jun 13, 2023

Earl James (Jim) Allen Jr, Jacksonville, FL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 under Hospice care from pulmonary fibrosis.

Jim was born to Earl and Juanita Allen on 12/23/1944 in Jacksonville, FL. He graduated from Andrew Jackson HS in 1963. He enlisted in the US Navy where he served two years active duty before transferring...

Jun 11, 2023

Louis Steven Kurta of Jacksonville, Florida passed away June 11,2023.  He was born to Louis Andrew Kurta and Clarice Geneva Kurta on July 11,1943 in Norfolk, Virginia.

After graduating High School he passed the entrance exam at the US Postal Service and began his 45 year career.  He was a Review Clerk and a Transcriber for the...

Jun 9, 2023

Betty DeMarco passed away peacefully on June 9, 2023 at the age of 76 in Jacksonville, FL. She was born on August 6, 1946 in Jacksonville, FL to Joe and Evelyn Rhodes.

Betty grew up in Jacksonville, FL where she graduated high school from Terry Parker High. She went on to work as a phlebotomist for several...

Jun 8, 2023

On June 8th, 2023, Margaret “Maggie” Elizabeth Haynes passed away peacefully in Jacksonville Florida at the age of 74.  She was born June 10th, 1948, in Calhoun County, Alabama to J.T. Haynes and Vera Fondren.

Her professional career was varied and successful.  Beginning with clerical work in law, she quickly discovered Sales and thrived in environments that...