Obituaries

Clifford Purdy Lamson, Jr.

Clifford Purdy Lamson, Jr.

September 30, 2026

Clifford Purdy Lamson, Jr. passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026. Known to most as Cliff—and to many as Pappy—he was born on April 3, 1937, in Danbury, Connecticut. He enlisted in the US Navy at 17, beginning a 20-year career of service. While on shore duty, he ran a heating and air-conditioning repair business out of his blue van,...

Elizabeth "Betty" Torak

Elizabeth "Betty" Torak

September 29, 2026

Elizabeth “Betty” Torak, of Orange Park, FL, passed away September 29, 2026. She was born on August 11, 1943 in Harrisburg, PA to the late Izabelle and John (Shovlin). Betty worked and retired from the United States Civil Service as an Inventory Specialist. Betty also worked as a loving stay at home mom raising her two sons Chuck and Scott....

Helga Gerda Annemarie Cruise

Helga Gerda Annemarie Cruise

September 26, 2026

Helga Gerda Annemarie Cruise of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away on Saturday, September 26th, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born on February 3rd, 1938, to Paul and Anna Dinse in Wolgast, Germany. She married James Robert Cruise, Jr., on May 11th, 1962, and they enjoyed 54 years together.

Helga enjoyed traveling, reading, and knitting for her children...

Carole Ann Stewart

Carole Ann Stewart

September 23, 2026

Carole Stewart, age 83, passed away on September 23, 2026, from complications of Parkinson’s disease and dementia. She was born in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, on April 30, 1943.

Carole married Ron Stewart on March 17, 1984. Together, they loved hunting for antiques and sharing the excitement of a wonderful find. They also spent many happy years enjoying the water at Lake Asbury,...

Vivan Norman

Vivan Norman

September 22, 2026

Vivan Norman, age 76, passed away unexpectedly at his home. Born on November 26, 1949, in Clay Hill, Florida, to Eddie Oscar and Hettie Mae Norman, Vivan was a proud Veteran who devoted his life to the service of his country, his community, and his family.

Vivan was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He grew up alongside...

Jeanette Sue Byler

Jeanette Sue Byler

September 19, 2026

Jeanette Sue Byler, 75, passed away on September 19, 2026, in Green Cove Springs, Florida. She was born on May 2, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio to Violet B. Smith Keller & William Harrison Keller. She was married to Atlee Byler. Jeanette is survived by her spouse Atlee Byler; her children Darrian, Devanie, Micah; grandchildren David, Lucas, Alexis, Justin, Trinity, Dylan,...

Lynda Ann Young

Lynda Ann Young

September 16, 2026

Lynda Ann Young (Bartak), born July 18, 1948, in Niles, Michigan, passed away on September 16, 2026 after a life lived with extraordinary love, generosity, perseverance, and joy. A proud graduate of Niles High School, she later attended dental hygienist school in Chicago, earning her credentials before making Cape Coral, Florida her home—a place she cherished for more than five...

Barbara Ann Koranda

Barbara Ann Koranda

September 15, 2026

Barbara Ann Koranda, 84, of Middleburg, Florida, passed away on September 15, 2026.

Barbara was born on August 22, 1942, in Clinton, Iowa, to Gerald and Eleanor McGrath. After marrying James Koranda, she left Iowa with James for his first duty station with the U.S. Navy. Their journey eventually brought them to Florida, where James's parents, Gill and Glatha Koranda, had...

William "Austin" Jeffers

William "Austin" Jeffers

September 15, 2026

William Austin Jeffers, born June 19th, 1941, passed on September 15th, 2026, at the age of 85 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Doctors Inlet, Florida to the late Doris L. Cercy and Henry Austin Jeffers. William will be remembered as a beloved and devoted husband, father and Papa, a faithful member of his church, and...

Glynn Calvin Roberson

Glynn Calvin Roberson

September 14, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Glynn Roberson on September 14, 2026, at the age of 83, at Baptist Medical Center Fleming Island.

Glynn was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, partner, and friend. His memory will be forever loved and remembered by all who knew him.

Glynn was preceded in death by his wife, Linda...

Thomas D. Johnson

Thomas D. Johnson

September 13, 2026

Tom Johnson of Green Cove Springs, Florida passed away peacefully at age 101 on September 13th surrounded by loved ones. Tom was born in Rockford, Michigan and was the son of the late Lowell and Pauline (Hessler) Johnson. A natural athlete at Rockford High, he lettered in baseball and football. Upon graduation he joined the Navy and earned his wings....

Patricia Roloff

Patricia Roloff

September 12, 2026

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Mrs. Patricia Eileen (Glynn) Roloff of Green Cove Springs, Florida, was a devout Roman Catholic, dedicated educator, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was defined by faith, family, service, and a lasting devotion to shaping young minds.

Known to all as “Pat,” she was a strong, independent woman of unshakeable faith, profound...

Sheila May Neneman

Sheila May Neneman

September 8, 2026

Sheila passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at the age of 98, with her family by her side. In a fitting tribute to her roots, she passed on the fourth anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death—a detail that brings a smile and a nod to those who knew just how fiercely proud she was of being British.

Sheila originally...

Jane Elizabeth Music

Jane Elizabeth Music

September 5, 2026

Born May 5, 1937, in Rome, Georgia, to Eugene and Margaret McCurry, Jane graduated from Rome High (1955); received an AB degree from Asbury College in Kentucky (1959); and a master's degree from the University of Louisville (1974).

While at Asbury, Jane met Charles Music, a ministerial student, and they married on August 15, 1959. Jane came to know Jesus personally...

John "Johnny" Marton McGee

John "Johnny" Marton McGee

September 4, 2026

John "Johnny" Marton McGee was born in Jacksonville, FL, on December 15, 1947, and went Home to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on September 4, 2026, at the age of 78. He was the eldest son of Cecil Reeves and Eleanor Marton McGee, and was a lifelong resident of Green Cove Springs, FL. Johnny was married to...

Harry Morton

Harry Morton

August 29, 2026

Harry Morton, 63, of Green Cove Springs, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026.

Harry was a one-of-a-kind person who lived life in his own way and left an impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a hardworking man who took great pride in his lawn business. He loved being outdoors, working with his hands,...

George Harley Duskin

George Harley Duskin

August 28, 2026

Captain George Harley Duskin, USNR, passed away peacefully at his home on Doctors Lake, surrounded by his family, on August 28, 2026. George was born on May 10, 1939, in Easton, Pennsylvania, to Stephen and Diana Duskin. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Claire McAnaney Duskin; his daughter, Ann Duskin Chauffe; his son-in-law, Ryan Chauffe; and his...

Tiffany Ann Carey

Tiffany Ann Carey

August 28, 2026

Tiffany Ann Carey, was born on August 10, 1984, in Middleburg, Florida. On August 28, 2026 she passed away surrounded by those who loved her as she peacefully gained her wings. Tiffany was outgoing and left a lasting impression on everyone she met; her personality filled every room she entered, and her laughter created cherished memories. She was unforgettable, not...

James Christopher Watson "JFW"

James Christopher Watson "JFW"

August 28, 2026

James Christopher Watson, “JFW”, 67, of Georgetown, FL formerly of Moundsville, WV; died Friday, August 28 doing what he loved, with the love of his life.

He was born May 17, 1959 in Glen Dale, WV; the son of the late Jimmie George Watson and Tamara Mobley Watson. Jim was a veteran of the United States Navy and a jack of...

Susan Ellen Mitchell

Susan Ellen Mitchell

August 28, 2026

Susan Ellen Mitchell of Green Cove Springs, Florida passed away on August 28, 2026 at the age of 82. She was born in New York City, but grew up in Wantagh in the first large suburb development in the US called Levittown, out on Long Island. Often she would take the bus with her friends to Jones Beach, and sometimes...