Obituaries

Dorothy Jean Wilson

Dorothy Jean Wilson

August 16, 2025

Dorothy Jean Wilson, age 81, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025.

Born on April 21, 1944 in Augusta, Georgia, to Cecil R. Odom and Dorothy Marian Cowell. Dorothy lived a life filled with love, service, and creativity. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Ronald Wilson; her sisters, Marjorie Martin of Las Vegas, NV, and Cecilia Roles of...

Sarah L. Hamilton

Sarah L. Hamilton

August 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Sarah L. Hamilton January 28, 1956 – August 14, 2025

Sarah L. Hamilton, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully in Jacksonville, FL. Born on January 28, 1956, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Sarah was the daughter of the late George K. Hamilton and Beverly G. Lentchner.

Throughout her life, Sarah called many places home, including Jacksonville, FL;...

Willard McCreary Kennedy

Willard McCreary Kennedy

August 12, 2025

Willard McCreary Kennedy, 85, Fleming Island, Florida                                                                                                          ...

Danny Dale Koch

Danny Dale Koch

August 10, 2025

Danny Dale Koch

October 4, 1942 – August 10, 2025

Danny Dale Koch of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on August 10, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in Marshall County, Kansas, on October 4, 1942, to Cecil Ray Koch and Verla Ruth Harrison, Danny grew up alongside four brothers and one sister.

After graduating high school, Danny briefly attended Kansas State University...

Frances Elian Baccash

Frances Elian Baccash

August 6, 2025

Frances Elian Baccash, March 19,1928 – August 6, 2025, of Jacksonville FL, youngest child of Sam and Mary Elian, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side.

Loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother is preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, George Baccash and only grandson, Ronnie George T. Pickett. She is survived...

Savannah Marie Matthews

Savannah Marie Matthews

August 4, 2025

Savannah Marie Matthews, 25, of Middleburg, FL won her battle on Monday, August 4th, 2025. Savannah was born February 27th, 2000 in Orange Park, FL to Tim and Sandy Matthews.

Savannah was a member of Lake Asbury Baptist Church, where she excitedly attended children’s church and Vacation Bible School. Taking every opportunity to share the gospel and God’s love with everyone,...

Charlotte Maxine McLendon

Charlotte Maxine McLendon

August 3, 2025

Charlotte Maxine McLendon, (October 11, 1939 – August 3, 2025) more preciously known as “Ms. Charlotte,” age 85, passed from this world to the next, to be with our Lord and Savior, on August 3, 2025, after a series of illnesses that could not be overcome.

In her spare time, Charlotte could be found watching any and all types of sporting...

Loretta Ann Webster

Loretta Ann Webster

July 31, 2025

Loretta Ann Webster, 62, of Middleburg, Florida passed away July 31st, 2025, with her family by her side. Loretta was born to Thelma and Blaine Minor on December 30th, 1962 in Bedford, Ohio. Loretta was an artist, graduating from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale with a major in graphic design and a minor in photography. Loretta devoted her life...

James "Will" Padgett

James "Will" Padgett

July 31, 2025

James “Will” Padgett, 50, of Green Cove Springs, FL, went to be with the Lord on July 31, 2025. He was born to James and Sharon Rowlls Padgett on February 22, 1975, in Orange Park, Florida.

He graduated from Clay High School where he played football and was on the track team. He graduated from Florida State Fire College and was...

Freddie Hancock, Jr.

Freddie Hancock, Jr.

July 27, 2025

Robert Fred Hancock, Jr. "Freddie", age 54, passed away on July 27, 2025 in Green Cove Springs, FL. Freddie was born on July 29, 1970 to Robert Fred Hancock, Sr. and Patsy Blankenship Hancock in Green Cove Springs, FL. 

Freddie loved to spend his time hunting and fishing. He was an avid outdoorsman who felt most at home while in the...

Jacob "Mervin" Breneman

Jacob "Mervin" Breneman

July 25, 2025

We announce the passing of Jacob Mervin (Merv) Breneman, 95, at the Pavilion for Healthcare in Penney Farms, Florida, July 25, 2025. Merv was born in Lancaster, PA. He was preceded in death by parents, Clyde Breneman and Mary Ann Oberholtzer and his four siblings.

He completed the Agriculture Course at Lampeter High School. His deep love and commitment for Jesus,...

David Thurman Francis

David Thurman Francis

July 25, 2025

David Thurman Francis, 40 years old, Middleburg, Florida passed away Friday July 25, 2025. Born to Jimmy and Donna Francis on November 25, 1984 in Orange Park Florida. Graduated from Orange Park High School. Married to Kendra Francis. David enjoyed cooking, experimenting with new recipes, listening to music, football with his love for Georgia Bulldogs, Dallas Cowboys and traveling. He...

Parker McVay Cantelou

Parker McVay Cantelou

July 19, 2025

Surrounded by friends - one an Episcopal priest who administered Last Rites - Parker McVay Cantelou, 34, entered the Church Triumphant on Saturday, July 19, 2025.

Parker was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1991 to Elaine and Dexter Cantelou. His family moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee in 2000. In Chattanooga, his love for God, family, friends, country, football, theater, Boy Scouts, and...

Elizabeth Rose Keller

Elizabeth Rose Keller

July 16, 2025

Elizabeth R. Keller (Zerbe) of Middleburg Florida passed away peacefully with family by her side on July 16, 2025 at the age of 90. Elizabeth was born on January 12, 1935 to Ellis B. Zerbe and Ellen M. Zerbe (Declercq) in Mishawaka Indiana where she attended St. Monica's Grade School, St. Joseph's Academy and was a 1953 graduate of Mishawaka...

George Houston Qualls

George Houston Qualls

July 13, 2025

George Houston Qualls, of Green Cove Springs, passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 85.

He was born to Fadie and Letia Qualls on December 27, 1939 in Gadsden, Alabama.

From a young age he enjoyed farming. Growing up in Georgia and Florida he worked on varies farms that grew oranges and cotton. His family eventually moved to Green...

Melissa "Missy" Revels

Melissa "Missy" Revels

July 11, 2025

Melissa L. Revels 46 of Green Cove Springs passed away of natural causes in her home, on July 11, 2025.

Melissa was born to Donna Wolf Loyd and Sanford R. Loyd on December 26, 1978, at Baptist Hospital downtown Jacksonville, Fl.

Before she graduated, Melissa achieved the rank of 2nd degree black belt in the art of Tang Soo Do. She was...

Kathleen Cole Gomez

Kathleen Cole Gomez

July 10, 2025

Kathleen Cole Gomez, beloved daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, and friend, born on August 3, 1950, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, at the age of 74.

Kathleen was affectionately known as Kathy and ZiZi Kathy. She was born into a large and loving Italian family; she cherished every moment spent with those she loved. Her roots were grounded in tradition,...

Myrna Joy Rynearson

Myrna Joy Rynearson

July 6, 2025

Myrna passed away July 6, 2025 in Orange Park Medical Center at the age of 88.

She was born to Lawrence and Flossie Stewart on April 3, 1937 in Cave City, Kentucky.

Myrna married Melvin Rynearson on November 22, 1981. She has two sons Ronald, James and daughter Mary Kay.

She became affiliated with the Loyal Order of Moose on November 7, 1984...

Josephine Zamora Aquino

Josephine Zamora Aquino

June 30, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share that Josephine Zamora Aquino, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 73 years old.

Born on August 27, 1951, in Batangas City, Philippines, to Magdalena Dimaano Farol Zamora and Florencio Rosaria Zamora, Josephine earned her Bachelor of Science...

David Lane Chelgren

David Lane Chelgren

June 27, 2025

David Lane Chelgren of Green Cove Springs, Florida passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 27, 2025, after a battle with cancer. David was a beloved husband of Lora for 55 years, and a loving father to David Allen and Stephen. He was also a generous father-in-law to David Allen’s wife Kim, a devoted grandfather to Hannah...