Obituaries

Terry Jack Carlisle

Terry Jack Carlisle

July 6, 2024

Terry Jack Carlisle, age 76, of Green Cove Springs, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 6, 2024. Terry was born in Palatka, Florida on October 14, 1947. He graduated from Clay High School in 1965 and went on to St. John’s River Junior College before joining the United States Government Naval Aviation Depot....

Floyd Edward McPherson

Floyd Edward McPherson

July 6, 2024

Floyd Edward McPherson 

Died July 6, 2024 in Orange Park, Florida after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s disease. – Floyd E. McPherson was born in Elgin, Illinois and was the son of Glenn and M. Bernice McPherson. He grew up in Pingree Grove, Hampshire and Woodstock, Illinois. Floyd was a kind and gentle man that enjoyed his...

Alexander Hall

Alexander Hall

July 5, 2024

Alexander Hall of Middleburg, FL passed away peacefully on Friday, July 5, 2024, at the age of 57. 

Alex had his own business Between the Hedges and had a passion for the outdoors. Fishing, family and UGA football were synonymous with Alex. 

He is survived by his wife, Linda; parents, Stanley & Jackie; siblings, Bill (Dana) & Michelle (Rob); son Wesley (Kristi);...

Connie Sue Arrington

Connie Sue Arrington

July 5, 2024

Connie Sue Arrington, age 65, peacefully passed away in the comfort of her home on Thursday morning, July 5, 2024. Connie was chosen (adopted) by Reatha Durrance and Lorain Arrington on November 16, 1958 in Jacksonville, Florida. 

Connie graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Political Science and Journalism. She later graduated with a Master’s...

Joseph Martin Victor, Jr.

Joseph Martin Victor, Jr.

July 3, 2024

Joseph Martin Victor Jr, 63, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away at his home on July 3, 2024, after a strong, 25-month fight with brain cancer. Joe was born in St. Augustine, FL on November 17, 1960. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph Martin Victor Sr and Wil Lou Graves-Morris. 

Survived by his wife Richelle (Shelly) Victor of 15 years,...

Peter Steven Thomas, Jr.

Peter Steven Thomas, Jr.

July 2, 2024

Peter Stephen Thomas, Jr., age 90, of Green Cove Springs, Florida, passed away on July 2, 2024.

He was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 8, 1933 to his parents Peter S. Thomas, Sr. and Nan Jones.

Peter and Millie were married on July 19, 1957 and spent 67 years together. He honorably served in the United States Navy for 31 years...

Annette Haddock

Annette Haddock

July 1, 2024

Annette Haddock, age 93, of Orange Park, Florida, passed away on July 1, 2024. 

Annette was born on March 21, 1931 in Jacksonville, Florida to John Gilley and Ollie Mae Gilley (Ayers). 

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Arnold Haddock.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 9:00AM at Magnolia Cemetery in Orange Park. Pastor...

Tammy S. Stafford

Tammy S. Stafford

July 1, 2024

Tammy S. Stafford, born on September 8, 1968 in Jacksonville, Florida, gained her Heavenly body on July 1, 2024. Tammy was a beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend that is loved beyond measure and missed immensely.

She was predeceased by her parents, James Taft and Helen Easter. She is survived by her children, whom she loved so much and were...

Beth LeGate Pickels

Beth LeGate Pickels

June 25, 2024

Beth Ann LeGate Pickels, 81, passed away on June 25, 2024, in Community Hospice at Baptist Medical Center South, after a brief battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family. Beth Ann was born on October 9, 1942, in Jacksonville, FL to Frank Milton and Lucille Elizabeth Robinson LeGate. She grew up in Riverside and graduated from Robert...

Donna Lyda

Donna Lyda

June 24, 2024

Donna R. Lyda, 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Orange Park Rehabilitation and Nursing in Orange Park, Florida. Donna was born on June 30, 1947, to the late Lewis E. Clark and Lucille M. Clark. She will be remembered for her strong faith and loving personality and greatly missed by her siblings and all who knew...

Tiea Marie Mead

Tiea Marie Mead

June 24, 2024

Tiea Marie Mead, age 61, of Middleburg, FL, passed away on June 24, 2024. 

Full obituary forthcoming. 

Stephen Wesley McCarty

Stephen Wesley McCarty

June 22, 2024

Stephen Wesley McCarty, 78, of Middleburg died on Saturday, June 22, 2024

He was born on October 2, 1945, in Edina Missouri. On May 29, 1964, he married the love of his life, Carol Lee Edlen in Luray, Missouri.

Spending time with his family was his favorite pastime. He loved Nascar and had an extensive collection of die cast cars he displayed...

Charles Newton Harrist, Jr.

Charles Newton Harrist, Jr.

June 20, 2024

Charles Newton Harrist Jr, 79, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 20. 

Charles was born on September 1, 1944 to Charles and Helen Harrist in Bloomburg, Texas. After graduating from Brandon High School in Mississippi, in 1962, Charles spent a life-long career in telecommunications engineering. He retired from AT&T after 35 years and continued his career consulting. 

Charles was married...

Betty K. Stroud

Betty K. Stroud

June 20, 2024

Betty Jean (Kiefer) Stroud, 95, of Penney Farms, Florida, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024, after a long and full life. 

Betty was born on June 4, 1929, in Huntington, Indiana, to parents Freeman Kiefer and Cleta (Barr) Kiefer. Huntington was a small town where as a child Betty walked to school, had a lot of freedom to explore, entertain herself...

Christine S. Chick

Christine S. Chick

June 20, 2024

Christine S. Chick passed away peacefully June 20, 2024. Christine was born September 19,1937 in Grundy, Virginia to Jackson and Kentucky Stiltner. She was the second of sixteen children in the family.

Christine moved to Florida in 1965 and was a resident of Green Cove Springs for fifty-nine years. She worked at the Burlington Yarn Company in Green Cove Springs until...

Edwin David

Edwin David

June 19, 2024

Ed David,74, of Fleming Island, FL Went to join Jesus in Heaven on June 19, 2024. He was born on October 13, 1949, in Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico to his parents, Miguel David and Esther Guzman. He served in the Army National Guard for over 10 years.

Ed had a six-piece band called “Holiday” for many years playing at clubs, restaurants,...

Irene E. Doolittle

Irene E. Doolittle

June 18, 2024

Irene E. Doolittle, age 94, of Orange Park, Florida, passed away on June 18, 2024. 

Full obituary and services forthcoming. 

Gregory Thomas Puskar

Gregory Thomas Puskar

June 16, 2024

Gregory Thomas Puskar, 69, passed away unexpectedly on June 16, 2024, in Fleming Island, Florida.

Greg was born on January 22, 1955, in Poughkeepsie, New York. Following his graduation from high school, he entered the United States Army, and achieved the rank of Specialist. He was first stationed at Ft. Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina, and was later stationed in Germany...

Loretta Lovestock Rivera

Loretta Lovestock Rivera

June 16, 2024

Loretta “Lori” Lovestock Rivera passed away peacefully June 16, 2024. 

Lori was born February 26,1948 in Manhattan, New York to Pasqua Calivito and Solomon Lovestock. She graduated from Lafayette High School in 1966

Lori loved traveling. She vacationed to Hawaii where she decided to stay for a month or two and then to Los Angeles and stayed for many months. Ultimately her...

Bruce Alan Dokey, Sr.

Bruce Alan Dokey, Sr.

June 12, 2024

Bruce Alan Dokey, Sr., age 72, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on June 12, 2024. Bruce was born on August 27, 1951 in South Bend, Indiana. 

Full obituary forthcoming.