Obituaries

Nick Sotiropoulos

Nick Sotiropoulos

November 6, 2017

The world lost a wonderful man on November 6th, when Nick Sotiropoulos went to be with The Lord.    Papa Nick, as he liked to be called, was born in Salonika (Thessaloniki) Greece in 1932, where he learned to love life.  He, his parents and extended family endured the German occupation of World War II. When he turned 18, his parents,...

James R. Magee

James R. Magee

November 4, 2017

James R. Magee, 55, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away November 4, 2017. He was born on November 9, 1961 in Wichita Falls, Texas to parents Michael Ross Magee and Loretta (Capps) Hickey. James was a lifelong resident of the NE Florida and of the Methodist faith.  He enjoyed bowling, was fun loving, talkative and a die-hard Florida Gators...

Capt. Orlis E. Kennicutt, USMC Ret.

Capt. Orlis E. Kennicutt, USMC Ret.

November 2, 2017

Capt. Orlis Elwin (Kenny) Kennicutt, USMC, Ret.July 15, 1929 – November 2, 2017Orlis (Kenny) Kennicutt, 88, of Orange Park, FL passed away with his loving family by his side on Thursday, November 2nd, 2017 at Haven Hospice Care Center in Orange Park. He was born in Barber County, Kansas on July 15, 1929 to the late Roma Elsie and Charles...

Bob Simpson

Bob Simpson

November 1, 2017

Bob Simpson (lovingly known as Butterbean Bob), 83, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away November 1, 2017. He was born on April 23, 1934 in Bagdad, FL to parents Frank and Audrey (Penton) Simpson. Mr. Simpson retired from the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam War. Following his military career he worked as a...

Sally (Morris) McDonald

Sally (Morris) McDonald

October 28, 2017

Sally (Morris) McDonald, 77, of Jacksonville, FL passed away with her loving family by her side on Saturday, October 28, 2017. Sally was born on June 5, 1940 to the late Frances (Baily) and Abbott Morris. She was raised in Morehead City, North Carolina and went on to attend East Carolina University, where she received her BA in just 3...

Sharon Johnson Mills

Sharon Johnson Mills

October 27, 2017

Sharon (Johnson) Mills, 64, of Silver Springs, FL, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2017 in Ocala, Florida, with her loving husband, sister and brother-in-law by her side. Sharon was born on March 2, 1953 in the Canal Zone, Panama, to Dr. C Paul (deceased) and Margaret (Peggy) Johnson. Her family liked to say that her entry into the world...

Carol Pack

Carol Pack

October 26, 2017

I Love you Carol Carol had a strong heart and a strong lovebut her other organs gave way and went to rest, We had a wonderful 36 years together she loved Elvis also "Love me tender" she loved Meatloaf "Two out three aint bad" weloved Tompall and the Glaser Brothers "Lovin her was eaiser" we both said it was our...

Ann E. Beyer

Ann E. Beyer

October 24, 2017

  Ann Evelyn Voltmann Beyer, 91 of Penney Farms, Florida passed away on October 24, 2017 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.  She was born July 20, 1926 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Max and Evelyn Voltmann. She married Norman Smith Beyer on March 29, 1952. They celebrated 61 years together. Ann was preceded in death by her...

Jonathan A. Davis

Jonathan A. Davis

October 24, 2017

Jonathan Alexander Davis, 28, of Orange Park passed away at home, October 24, 2017.  He was born on March 21, 1989, to Charles and Sharon Davis.  Jonathan had the most delightful personality and playful manner.  His quick wit and ready smile brought laughter to everyone, at no one’s embarrassment or hurt. Jonathan centered his life around his faith in Jesus. ...

Joe Robinson

Joe Robinson

October 23, 2017

Joe Robinson, 63, of Palatka, FL passed away October 23, 2017. He was born on September 25, 1954 in Orange Park, FL to the late Eldon Joseph Robinson, Sr. and Annie Lou (Hunter) Robinson. Joe was a lifelong resident of Northeast Florida. He loved the river, and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Joe enjoyed to BBQ and spend time with his...

Alma L. McRae

Alma L. McRae

October 23, 2017

Alma L. McRae 1941 – 2017   Alma L. McRae 76 of Green Cove Springs, Fl passed away with her loving family by her side on October 23, 2017.  Alma was born on January 25, 1941 in Raiford, Florida to the late Ollie (Bud) and Gracie Mae (Carnell) Thornton.  Mrs. McRae was a lifelong resident of Clay County.  Mrs. McRae worked...

Joan Marie Fialkowski

Joan Marie Fialkowski

October 22, 2017

Joan Marie Fialkowski, 80, of Middleburg, FL, passed away on October 22, 2017.  She was born on April 9, 1937 in Chicago, IL to the late George and Anna (Kelmer) Siversen.  Joan had been a resident of the area since 1993 coming from Virginia and was of the Catholic faith.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas R,...

Fermin F. Orara

Fermin F. Orara

October 22, 2017

Fermin F. Orara, 76, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away October 22, 2017. He was born on July 7, 1941 in San Narciso, Philippines to parents Gregoria Orara and Modesta Farin Orara. Mr. Orara served his country in the United States Navy, retiring after 22 years of service as well as serving during the Vietnam War. After his military career...

Walter Ira Jacoby

Walter Ira Jacoby

October 19, 2017

WALTER IRA JACOBY December 3, 1929 - October 19, 2017 Walt was born in Orange, New Jersey, to Raymond and Myrtle Jacoby.  He and Joan met at Silver Bay Conference Center, on Lake George in New York, married in 1952, and honeymooned on Lake Champlain in Vermont.  They have vacationed there with family almost every summer during the past 65...

Patty Williams

Patty Williams

October 19, 2017

Patty Williams, 69, of Middleburg, FL, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017.  She was born on March 1, 1948 in Camden, New Jersey to the late Oscar and Mary (Taylor) Hirn.  She was a resident of the area for 5 years coming from Miami, FL and was of the Methodist faith.  She loved to go shrimping, dancing, and take...

Willard Mack Silcox, Sr.

Willard Mack Silcox, Sr.

October 18, 2017

Willard Mack Silcox, Sr., 75, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away October 18, 2017. He was born on September 16, 1942 in Haysi, VA to parents Lenton Curtis Silcox and Sarah Frances Bartley Silcox. Mr. Silcox served his country in the United States Army, being stationed in Germany. He had worked as a coal miner and in his retirement...

Lorraine Driggers

Lorraine Driggers

October 17, 2017

Lorraine Driggers, 89, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away October 17, 2017. She was born on February 8, 1928 in Green Cove Springs, FL to the late Theophuis and Ruby (Thomas) Williams. Mrs. Driggers was a lifelong resident of the area, a founding member of Decoy Baptist Church and the loving matriarch of her family.   She was a Worthy...

John Roger Farrell

John Roger Farrell

October 15, 2017

Captain John Roger Farrell departed this life from The McGraw Center for Caring, N.E. Florida Community Hospice in the early hours of October 15th, 2017. Roger was in his 91st year. Roger is survived by his wife of 66 years, Gloria Farrell nee Maxwell and his two daughters Cynthia Farrell and Holly Farrell, and pre-deceased by his middle daughter Julie...

Vera M. Haisten

Vera M. Haisten

October 14, 2017

Vera M. Haisten, 93, of Orange Park, FL, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2017. She was born on December 24, 1923 in Astoria, OR to John Siegfred Broman and Elsa Mathilda Karloon Haisten. She came to this area in 1977 from Charleston, SC. She was a devoted home maker and a member of the Orange Park United Methodist Church.She...

Timothy J. Large

Timothy J. Large

October 12, 2017

Timothy J. Large, 51 of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away October 12, 2017.  He was born on April 18, 1966 in Niskayuna, NY. Tim spent 23 years serving his country in the United States Navy.  After his retirement he went to work for the Federal Government as a federal employee.  He enjoyed motocross racing, running, and spending time with...