Obituaries

James Gilbert Hall

James Gilbert Hall

May 16, 2025

James Gilbert Hall, 78, of Vale, NC passed away May 16, 2025.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Penney Farms Cemetery.

A full obituary will be forthcoming.

Alfred "Al" Dixon

Alfred "Al" Dixon

May 16, 2025

Alfred “Al” Dixon of Jacksonville, Fl was 72 when he went to be with Jesus on May 16, 2025. He was born to Cecil L. Dixon and Ellen M. Dixon nee Duke on May 28, 1952 at the McAndrews AFB Hospital in Argentia, Newfoundland.

Al was the captain of his own boat his love for anything having to do with water...

Daniel "Danny" Francis Vierling

Daniel "Danny" Francis Vierling

May 16, 2025

Daniel Francis Vierling, affectionately known as Danny, was born on May 8, 1948, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. He departed this life peacefully at his home in Orange Park, Florida, on May 16, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Danny's life was characterized by his love for woodworking and fishing, passions that provided him with joy and fulfillment throughout his years. However, his...

Sofia Garofalo

Sofia Garofalo

May 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Sofia Garofalo (January 27, 2003-May 12, 2025)

A bright and vibrant soul, Sofia Garofalo passed away on Monday, May 12th at the age of 22, still in the midst of discovering what she wanted to be when she grew up. Sofia was a force— passionate, brilliant, challenging, and true. She was funny, creative, and beautiful. Fiercely proud...

Christa Darlene Ingram

Christa Darlene Ingram

May 9, 2025

Christa D. Ingram (MIMI), age 41, went to be with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior on May 9th, 2025. She passed away peacefully at her home in Green Cove Springs, Florida. She was born to Jennifer Nicholson and Arnold Messer on June 1st, 1983 in Orange Park, Florida and raised as a local “GreenCovian.”

She most recently worked for The...

Florencio Fernandez, Jr.

Florencio Fernandez, Jr.

May 8, 2025

Florencio Fernandez Jr. (Junior) passed away on the afternoon of May 8, 2025, after being critically injured in a car accident that morning. He was born in Naguabo, Puerto Rico on August 11, 1928, to Florencio Fernandez and Juana Colon.

Junior met the love of his life, Norma E. Brandies, while visiting his sister in Callahan, Florida. Over the course of...

Walter John Deptula

Walter John Deptula

May 6, 2025

Walter John Deptula passed away peacefully in the afternoon of May 6, 2025 at the age of 83 in Jacksonville, Florida. He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Jeanette, his two children, two grandchildren, and a boat load of Werther’s Original caramel hard candies.

After one tour in Vietnam where he served in the United States Army Military Police; and...

Harold "Lynn" Archer

Harold "Lynn" Archer

May 4, 2025

Harold “Lynn” Archer of Middleburg, FL was 63 years old when he went to be with Jesus on May 4, 2025. He was born to Harold Leon Archer Senior and Sandy Upthegrove on July 22, 1961, at St. Luke’s Hospital of Jacksonville, FL.

His love for fishing and saltwater was inspired early by his dad. His kind nature and big heart...

Marsha Ivey Dukes

Marsha Ivey Dukes

May 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marsha Ivey Dukes on May 3, 2025. Marsha was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, whose life was a testament to the power of love and family.

Marsha possessed the spiritual gift of service, a calling she embraced wholeheartedly. She was hired by the University of North Florida at...

Ruth E. Brown

Ruth E. Brown

May 2, 2025

Ruth Esther Puska Brown, 93, of Jacksonville, FL, reunited with her husband of 60 years, Don, in the presence of the Lord on Friday, May 2, 2025. Ruth was the youngest of three daughters born to Finnish Parents, Eino and Aino Puska. She was born and raised in Hancock, MI and graduated from Hancock High School in 1949. As an...

Dale William Holm

Dale William Holm

May 1, 2025

Dover, OH

Lodge #707

Dale William Holm

November 10, 1939 – May 1, 2025

Dale passed away May 1, 2025 in the Orange Park Medical Center at the age of 85.

He was born to William and Helen Holm on November 10, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI.

Dale was a teacher for the Canton City Ohio School System and retired in 1993.

He became affiliated with the Loyal...

Suzanne G. Zaverousky

Suzanne G. Zaverousky

April 26, 2025

Suzanne G. Zaverousky, 83, Green Cove Springs Florida, passed away on Saturday, April 26th 2025. Suzanne was born to Homer Gillette and Virginia Hubbard on May 24, 1941 in San Francisco, California. She was married to James “Papa Jim” Zaverousky for 43 wonderful years. Suzanne worked as a Para at Stillwell Jr. High for over 20 years. During her life...

Bradley Alan Lahey

Bradley Alan Lahey

April 24, 2025

Brad Passed away Thursday, April 24th, at the young age of 48. He lost a 6 month fight against Esophageal cancer.

Brad is survived by his father, Tom Lahey of Asbury Lake, Florida; his brother, Patrick Lahey and sister Becky Lahey, who both still live in the Jacksonville area.

Brad worked as a Graphics Motion Designer, Graphics artist, and Video producer for Spectrio,...

Mary Ann Van Wickle Anthony

Mary Ann Van Wickle Anthony

April 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Mary Ann Van Wickle Anthony

May 21, 1937 – April 22, 2025

Mary Anthony, a devoted wife, mother, teacher, musician, and faithful servant, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, in Hospice at Penney Retirement Community on April 22, 2025. Born in 1937 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, she lived a life rich in purpose, filled with love, and grounded...

Hazel Earline Harrell

Hazel Earline Harrell

April 20, 2025

Obituary for Hazel Earline Thibodeaux Hadley Harrell

The lord acquired a beautiful angel on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025. Earline as she was called was born to Eric and Willie Pearl Thibodeaux on March 12, 1943, in Goose Creek, Texas. As a young adult she worked for Boeing Aircraft for 12 years in Seattle Washington. She later moved back to Texas...

Justin Robert Dugger

Justin Robert Dugger

April 19, 2025

Justin Robert Dugger

February 2, 1980 – April 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Justin Robert Dugger, who went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 19, 2025, at the age of 45. Justin was a devoted and loving father to his beautiful daughters, Josephine and Grace Dugger, who were the joy and purpose of...

Thomas "Tom" Piper

Thomas "Tom" Piper

April 17, 2025

Butler, PA

Lodge #64

Thomas “Tom” Piper

September 4, 1940 – April 17, 2025

Tom passed away April 17, 2025 in the Moosehaven Skilled Care Unit at the age of 84.

He was born to Edward and Alice Alfreda Piper on September 4, 1940 in Kittanning, PA. He was the brother to Butch Piper and Sandy (Piper) Holsten. He graduated from BSHS in 1959 and...

Arlen Lee Bias

Arlen Lee Bias

April 15, 2025

Arlen Lee (AL) Bias

August 18, 1945 – April 15, 2025

Arlen Lee (AL) Bias, 79, of Orange Park, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Tucson, Arizona, on August 18, 1945, to Charles Bias and Beulah Kay Bias Tillman, AL grew up in Florida and graduated from Bradford High School in Starke. He went...

Shirley LaVesta Kearns

Shirley LaVesta Kearns

April 15, 2025

Shirley Lavesta Kearns, aged 89 years old, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025 in Middleburg, Florida surrounded by her family. She was born on March 28,1936 in Georgia, to Vester & Hattie Sims. She lived in Jacksonville, Florida the majority of her life and was an avid Florida Gator fan.

Lavesta was a kind and compassionate woman that loved the...

Robert Allen Moore

Robert Allen Moore

April 14, 2025

Robert Allen Moore, of Fleming Island, FL, passed peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on April 14, 2025. He was 91 years old.

Bob lived a life defined by dedication, passion, and service, leaving a profound and lasting impact on the world of education. A proud graduate of the State University of New York at Brockport, Bob majored...