Obituaries

William George Stroop

William George Stroop

June 14, 2009

Bill Stroop, 56, died Sunday June 14, 2009 in Green Cove Springs, FL where he was rector of St. Mary’s Church. He was a scientist and Episcopal priest. Before attending the Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, TX Bill was a research scientist and medical school professor. After his ordination he served the Lord at St. Paul’s in Fayetteville, AR;...

Libbie Staroba

Libbie Staroba

June 14, 2009

Libbie Staroba passed away June 14, 2009 at 12:00 PM in the Moosehaven Life Care Center at the age of 85. She was born to Charles and Anna Pavelec on October 12, 1923 in Chicago, IL. Libbie married William Staroba on December 30, 1945. He preceded her in death on October 24, 2001. They had one son, Thomas Staroba. She...

Gilbert Crest Nowak

Gilbert Crest Nowak

June 14, 2009

Gilbert C. Nowak, Sr, 74, went to be with the Lord, June 14, 2009. He was born to John and Hilda (Hanson) Nowak July 6, 1934 in Angelica, WI. He graduated from Oconto Falls High School in May of 1952 and joined the Navy in June of 1952. He was a submariner until May 1955. He went to work for...

Sara George Geiger

Sara George Geiger

June 13, 2009

Sara George Geiger, 100, born October 24, 1908 to James W. and Adelle J. Stewart in Rome GA, passed away June 13, 2009. She moved to Green Cove Springs in 1922. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Clifford L. Geiger, Sr. Sara was a long time leader and member of the First United Methodist Church...

Trenton Eddie Bias, Sr

Trenton Eddie Bias, Sr

June 11, 2009

Trenton Bias Sr.,58, passed away June11, 2009 was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL to the late Nellie and Paul Bias Sr. on October 28, 1950. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Paul Jr. and Wayne Bias, and a baby grandson Brandon Bias. Trenton is survived by his son, Trenton Bias Jr. his children Trenton Bias III...

James Keith Koranda

James Keith Koranda

June 10, 2009

James Keith Koranda, 66, of Middleburg, FL, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2009. He was born on August 2, 1942 in Clinton, Iowa to parents, Gilbert and Glatha Koranda. He served his country in the United States Navy and was a Vietnam War Veteran. Mr. Koranda was a truck driver and had lived in the local area for 30 years....

William Allen Thomas

William Allen Thomas

June 10, 2009

William Allen Thomas, 43, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2009. He was born on August 6, 1965 in Medina, OH to parents, William and Wilma Thomas. He was a welder for Vac-Con and was of the Christian faith. He will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends. Survivors include his father, William Thomas...

Mrs. Evelyn Key

Mrs. Evelyn Key

June 10, 2009

Mrs. Evelyn Key went home to be with the Lord on June 10, 2009. She was born November 4, 1923 in Anderson, South Carolina. Mrs. Key was a loving, faithful and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She leaves to cherish her memories her caring husband of 67 years, Lewis E. Key and her loving children, Wanda Justino (Jack), Lois...

Jeffery "Jeff" A. Kirst

Jeffery "Jeff" A. Kirst

June 10, 2009

Jeffery “Jeff” A. Kirst, 60, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2009. He was born on February 22, 1949 in Covington, KY to parents, Jack and Rosemary Kirst. He enlisted in the United States Navy on November 13, 1969 and retired after 22 years of service and was a Vietnam War Veteran. Mr. Kirst was an active...

Mary Jo Lawrence Anderson

Mary Jo Lawrence Anderson

June 9, 2009

Mary Jo Lawrence Anderson Formally a Chesapeake Resident Went to be with the Lord on June 9, 2009. She passed away in a Florida hospice center surrounded by her family at the age of 64. She was born December 18, 1944 the Daughter of the late James Lawrence. She was a very loving Mother, Grandmother, Wife, sister and Friend to...

Tullie George Cato

Tullie George Cato

June 9, 2009

Tullie “Terry” George Cato, 77, of Keystone Heights, born January 19, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY to John and Eileen Cato, passed away June 9, 2009. A Vietnam veteran, he was a career Navy man and member of the Fleet Reserve Association. He was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Cato. Mr. Cato is survived by his daughters Sharron Walls...

Dr. Alice J. "Rusty" Hines

Dr. Alice J. "Rusty" Hines

June 8, 2009

Dr. Alice J. Hines (Rusty) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 8, 2009. She was born in the Bronx, NY, on May 3, 1924. She was the daughter of Joseph and Agnes Vallely Hines. Alice was a wonderful woman, loving mother, devoted educator, and giving grandmother. Alice was a retired teacher of Science and Physical Education in...

David Mueller

David Mueller

June 7, 2009

David Mueller, 79, of Penney Farms, FL, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2009. He was born on July 3, 1929 in Waukesha, WI to parents, Otto and Lanora Mueller. He had worked as a recruiting manager for Service Master and moved to the local area 8 months ago from Grand Rapids, MI. He was active in the Boy Scouts and...

Brian Chambers

Brian Chambers

June 7, 2009

Brian Chambers, 36, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2009. He was born on February 12, 1973 in Klammath Falls, OR to parents, Robert and Suzanne Chambers. He was an automobile mechanic and will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and is survived by his mother,...

Diane Kilner

Diane Kilner

June 6, 2009

Diane Kilner, 66, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 10, 1942 in Glendale, CA to parents, A.R. and Ruth Gist. Mrs. Kilner moved to the local area 41 years ago and had been a real estate broker for over 30 years. She was a Past-President of...

James "Jamie" Griffin

James "Jamie" Griffin

June 6, 2009

James “Jamie” Griffin, 53, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2009. He was born on November 18, 1955 in Orange Park, FL to parents, Clarence and Mary Griffin. Mr. Griffin was a carpenter by trade and attended Doctor’s Inlet Church of God. He loved his grandchildren with all his heart. They were his life and he enjoyed taking...

Rebecca "Becky" Frink

Rebecca "Becky" Frink

June 5, 2009

On Friday morning, June fifth 2009, our beloved wife, mother, sister and “Mommo” left this earthly domain for a seat in heaven. Rebecca “Becky” Frink was born on August 12, 1950 in Jacksonville, Florida, daughter of the late Alpha and Effie Flynn. She is survived by her loving husband of 22 years, William “Bill” Frink; daughters, Deanna “DeeDee” Thompson and...

Eula Mae Daniels Fowler

Eula Mae Daniels Fowler

June 5, 2009

Eula Mae Daniels Fowler, 87, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away Friday, June 5, 2009. She was born on March 6, 1922 in Green Cove Springs, FL to parents, John and Alice Daniels. Mrs. Fowler was a homemaker and enjoyed crocheting, painting and working in the garden with her flowers. Mrs. Fowler was of the Baptist faith and will...

Hazel Leatrice Pugh

Hazel Leatrice Pugh

June 3, 2009

Hazel Leatrice Pugh, 80, born March 21, 1929 to Marton and Mae Delle O’Connor in St. Matthews, South Carolina, passed away June 3, 2009 in Richmond, VA. Hazel and her husband, Carl Pugh, were long time owners of Carl’s Garage in Green Cove Springs, FL. She was an active member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church and loved her church family....

Eugene "Rocky" Rokata Suggs, Jr.

Eugene "Rocky" Rokata Suggs, Jr.

June 2, 2009

Eugene “Rocky” Rokata Suggs, Jr., 46, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2009. He was born on March 21, 1963 in Jacksonville, Fl and was of the Baptist faith. He was the owner of Rocky Mountain Grill in Lake Asbury, FL. Rocky loved to go fishing, jet skiing and boating in his free time. He...