Christine Gadson, 85, of St. Augustine, died March 31, 2008, at Ponce de Leon Care Center Mrs. Gadson was a native of Aiken, S.C., and had resided in St. Augustine since early adult years. She was a domestic engineer and was of the Baptist faith.
Services: 4 p.m. Friday at Faith Temple Family Holiness Church. Officiating: The Rev. Early Brown. Calling hours: 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Chase Chapel. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Her sons, James Gadson, St. Augustine and Isaiah Gadson, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; daughters, Sharon Robinson, St. Augustine, Yvonne Coleman, Fort Lauderdale, and Betty Ann Williams, Waynesboro, Ga.; other relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/3/08)
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GAGER, L. J. Jr.
L.J. "Sonny" Gager Jr. passed away suddenly on April 6, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Mr. Gager was born to Lawrence and Vermiel Gager in Pascagoula, Miss., where he lived until joining the U.S. Navy. While in the Navy, Sonny met and married his wife Linda. They moved to Jacksonville in 1960 where he founded Gager Industry of Jacksonville formerly named B & S Plastics. In 1980, he relocated to St. Augustine. Mr. Gager was a member of San Sebastian Catholic Church. He was also past commodore of both the WRRC and Amateur Radio Club and the St. Augustine Yacht Club.
Sonny was an adventurous and fun-loving man with many interests including building aircrafts and motorcycles, racing motorcycles and sailboats. He will be fondly remembered as a strong, thoughtful and caring man with a welcoming smile.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda; son, George "Bernie" (Sandi) Gager of Switzerland, Fl; two brothers, Leland (Vivian) Gager of Goutier, Miss., Forest (Sandra) Gager of Jacksonville, Fla.; two grandchildren, Sarah and Dylan Gager; and many nieces and nephews.
A gathering will be held from 10-11 a.m. with a Memorial Mass beginning at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at San Sebastian Catholic Church with The Rev. Thomas Walsh, officiating.
In lieu of flowers a memorial donation may be made in his honor to San Sebastian Building Fund, 1112 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, FL 32094.
Craig Funeral Home is serving the Gager Family.
(St Augustine Record, 4/8/08)
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GALLAWA, Tamara "Tammy"
Tamara "Tammy" Gallawa passed away unexpectedly June 27, 2008. She was 33 years old.
Tammy was a happy and loving mother to her two sons. She had a wonderful smile that would light up a room and a heart full of love. Her family will miss her enthusiastic hugs and bright laughter and will cherish her memory forever.
Tammy is survived by her sons, Zachary P. Bozeman, Jacob C. Gallawa; her husband, Kelly Gallawa; her mother, Cheryl Lynn Jones, and step-father, Larry; father, Brian Barnes, and step-mother, Ann; sisters, Alison Barnes, Betsy Barnes; brothers, Danny Barnes; aunt, Dawne Barnes Hayward; her grandmothers, Peggy Blondheim and Martha Crane; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and good friends.
A memorial service will be held this week in St. Augustine. She will be laid to rest in Pensacola.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 07/01/08)
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GALVIN, Jill
Jill Galvin, 66, of Bradenton, Fla., passed away Feb. 20, 2008, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 9, 1942, in Portland, Maine, the daughter of Edwin and Edith Inness. Jill graduated from South Portland High School in 1960 and then served
her country as a corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, stationed in North Carolina and Virginia. Following her military service, Jill graduated from Salve Regina College in Rhode Island, pursuing a career in education and taught in the South Portland School
District. Jill then continued her education by attending Wheaton College in Wheaton, Ill., studying toward a master's degree in psychology. She spent most of her life in Maine, Rhode Island, North Carolina and the Sarasota/Bradenton area of Florida.
A memorial service will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in South Portland, Maine, at
a later date.
Survivors include her loving life companion, Ernest Foelsch, and extended family; her son, James Cagney, and his wife, Lisa, of Portland, Maine, and their two children; a daughter, Cynthia Zust, and her husband, Kevin, of Rochester, N.H., and their children.
Other survivors include her sister and best friend, Jan Wesselman, and her husband, Robert, of St. Augustine; brothers, Edwin Inness and his wife, Zenna, of Rangely, Maine, and John Inness and his wife, Janet, of Topsham, Maine; and many nieces and
nephews.
Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to the American Cancer Society.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/24/08)
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GARCIA, Ezequiel E.
Ezequiel (Zeke) E. Garcia, was born Oct. 6, 1947, to the late Roberto Garcia-Beltran and Amelia Andrade Garcia. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rosemary Velasco-Garcia. He entered into eternal rest from lung cancer on Friday, March 7, 2008 at 5 p.m. after receiving the Sacrament of the Sick at his sister's, Ines Russ' home.
Zeke and his brother, Adrian are Vietnam veterans who served their military service from 1968 to 1970. He became an accountant and credit union examiner after serving two years in the U.S. Army.
He was known by his friends as Zeke but his family knew him as Kilo.
He is survived by his three sisters, Francisca Geisler of Salinas, Calif., Esperanza Turner of Jacksonville, N.C., Ines Russ and his brother, Adrian Garcia, both of St. Augustine; brothers-in-law, Robert Geisler, Jeptha Turner and Daniel Russ; sister-in-law, Leonor Cadima-Garcia; several nieces, nephews and a grandnephew.
When he moved to St. Augustine, Zeke started to work for Tour Saint Augustine as a bilingual tour guide. He loved his job and truly enjoyed teaching school children the history of the oldest city in the USA.
Because Zeke/Kilo and his family owe many heartfelt thanks to the Hospice program and due to his love for the animals, in lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be sent in memory of Ezequiel Garcia to either of the following charities:
* Community Hospice of North Florida
4266 Sunbeam Road
Jacksonville, FL 32257
* Diamonds in the Rough Animal Welfare
c/o Marie Matte
4411 Rues Landing
St. Augustine, FL 32092
Zeke/Kilo will be deeply missed by family and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, located on 5950 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092.
(St Augustine Record, 3/13/08)
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GARDENER, Horace
Horace Gardener, 83, of Espanola, Fla., died March 6, 2008, at Florida Hospital Flagler in Bunnell, Fla. Mr. Gardener was a native of Macon, Ga., and had resided in Espanola for more than 70 years. He was a self-employed laborer, dealing in junked merchandise. He was of the Baptist faith.
Services: 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Palm Coast. Officiating: The Rev. Frank Giddens. Calling hours: 5:30-6:30 p.m. today and one hour prior to service at the church. Burial: Masonic Cemetery, Palm Coast.
Survivors: His wife, Delores Gardener; sons, Horace Gardener Jr., and Michael Gardener, both of Espanola; daughter, Gail Burnham, Espanola; 11 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. In charge: Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings.
(St Augustine Record, 3/14/08)
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GARDNER, Mary Elizabeth
Mary Elizabeth Gardner, 85, of St Augustine died December 4, 2007 at the Earl B Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville. Mrs Gardner was a native of Bessemer City, NC and moved to St Augustine in 2006 from Shelby, NC. Mrs Gardner was a factory
worker at Pittsburg Plate Glass Co in Shelby, a member of the Woodman of the World and was active in Bethel Baptist Church and Anastasia Baptist Church.
Services: 11 am Friday at Clay Barnette Funeral Home, 1401 W Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC.
Calling hours: Thursday evening at Clay Barnette Funeral Home.
Burial: Cleveland Memorial Park Cemetery, Shelby, NC.
Survivors: Her sons, Carl Wray Gardner Jr and Thomas William Gardner, both of St Augustine; sisters, Margaret Fowler and Marjorie Digh; brothers, Robert Patterson Jr and Clarence Patterson; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and two great-greatgrandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Carl Wray Gardner Sr.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/06/07)
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GARRETSON, Elizabeth Ann
Elizabeth Ann Garretson, 86, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 13, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Garretson was a native of Portland, Maine, and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 15 years. Mrs. Garretson was a public and private school teacher in Coral Gables, Fla., served her country in the WAVES during World War II. She was a University of Miami alumna and was of the Protestant faith.
Services: Private services will be held at a later date.
Survivors: Her sister, Nancy Hunter, Lexington, Mass.; five nieces and nephews, and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her brother, John Garretson Jr.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/17/08)
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GATCHELL, Mary F.
Mary F. Gatchell, 80, of St. Augustine, died March 19, 2008, at Ponce de Leon Care Center. Mrs. Gatchell was a native of Belsano, Pa., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1947. Mrs. Gatchell was a homemaker. She was of the Baptist faith.
Services: 2 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home. Calling hours: 5-8 p.m. Monday at Craig Chapel. Burial: Will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughters, S. Cherie Wallace, Mary Sue Grasso; sons, Fredrick G. Gatchell, Kenneth W. Gatchell, Edward A. Gatchell, all of St. Augustine; 18 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Edward Gatchell and a granddaughter, LeaAnn Hairston.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 3/21/08)
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GATTUSO, Joseph
Joseph Gattuso. 46, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Colorado Springs, Colo., died Feb. 1, 2008, at Orange Park Medical Center in Jacksonville. Mr. Gattuso was a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine. Mr. Gattuso was an architectural
hardware consultant and a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Services: A memorial Mass will be held 9 a.m. Friday at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Survivors: His sons, Richard Anthony Gattuso, Joseph Russell Gattuso and Zachary Gattuso; mother, Santa Fuscella Gattuso; sisters, Donna Lischio, Grace Boccio, Carol Hausler, Rosalie Gattuso, Antoinette Ramirez and Linda Velez; two grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his father, Russell Gattuso.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/7/08)
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GAUGHAN, Shannon Elaine
Shannon Elaine Gaughan, 15, of Elkton, Fla., died March 30, 2008, at Flagler Hospital after a long illness. Ms. Gaughan was a native of Amherst, Ohio and had resided in Elkton.
Services: 11 a.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Calling hours: 9-11 a.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
Survivors: Her father, John Joseph Gaughan, Jr., mother, Linda Lee Carver; grandmother, Elaine Gaughan; sisters, Heather Gaughan, Hilary Gaughan and Sarah Gaughan; brothers, John Gaughan, Patrick Gaughan, Phillip Gaughan, Joseph Gaughan, Paul Gaughan, Randall Carver and Joey Burchett; one niece.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Shannon's name to the Children's Miracle Network, 820 Prudential Drive, Suite 412, Jacksonville, FL 32207.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/2/08)
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GEORGE, Harris Brantley Sr.
Harris Brantley George Sr., 86, of St. Augustine, died June 24, 2008, at Buckingham Smith Assisted Living Center.
He was born in Glenville, Ga., and resided in St. Augustine since 1974. He retired as a master sergeant from the U.S. Air Force. He was a carpenter and a member of the Carpenters Union No. 627. He was of the Catholic Faith.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev. Patrick Carroll officiating. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m.with prayer service at 7 p.m. today, Sunday at Craig Funeral Home.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the Carpenters Helping Hands Fund, care of Carpenters Union No. 627, 4000 Union Hall Place, Jacksonville, FL 32205-5476.
He is survived by his sons, Harris B. George Jr., Palatka, John George and Harold George, both of St. Augustine, Dell George, Satsuma, Joseph M. George, Powers, Ore., Howard George, Warner Robins, Ga.; brother, Rudolph George, West Palm Beach; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/29/08)
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GIANNOTTA, Elizabeth
Elizabeth (Nonie Lisa) Giannotta, 95, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2008.
She was born in Elizabeth, N.J., and lived in Italy from 1921 until 1952, where she survived the German occupation of Faicchio during World War II. Prior to moving to Florida, she was the former owner of Saggios Restaurant and the Liberty Grill in New Haven, Conn. Elizabeth moved to Titusville in 1993 from Ocala.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Giovanni Giannotta; her son, Ralph; and two sons who died in infancy.
Elizabeth is survived by sons; Arnold (Judie) Giannotta, of Italy, and Sergio (Joane) Giannotta of Mims; daughter-in-law, JoAnn Giannotta, St. Augustine; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; brothers; Vincenzo and Donato; and sisters, Maria, Giuseppina and Giannina.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at noon, Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at St. Teresa Catholic Church, Titusville, with visitation one hour prior to services at the church. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Titusville.
Arrangements by North Brevard Funeral Home, Titusville.
(St Augustine Record, 3/4/08)
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GIBBS SR., Gary L
Gary L. Gibbs, Sr., 50, of St. Augustine, died March 2, 2008, at his home. Mr. Gibbs was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. Mr. Gibbs was a construction worker and a member of New Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, serving on the Usher Board.
Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at New Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry. Officiating: The Rev. Ronald Stafford, pastor. Calling hours: 6-9 p.m. Friday at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the hour of service at the church. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: His mother, Freddie Mae Gibbs, St. Augustine; children, Kenneth Logan, Gary Gibbs, Jr., and Shurhonda Proctor, all of St. Augustine; brother, Everett D. Gibbs, West Palm Beach, Fla.; sisters, Yvette Flynn and Sheila Chase, both of Jacksonville, Fla.; devoted friend and companion, Michelle Bell, St. Augustine; nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/6/08)
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GIBBS IV, George Williams
George Williams Gibbs IV of St. Augustine, Fla., died Wednesday Feb. 13, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. George was born in Jacksonville on July 18, 1957. He graduated from Fernandina Beach High School and attended Florida Technical
University and University of North Florida. He was a member of Florida Yacht Club, Friars, U.S. Sailing Association, and the Snipe Class International Racing Association.
His passion was sailboat racing and he participated in the America's Cup and was invited to coach an Olympic Sailing Team. He worked most of his life in the marine industry.
George is survived by his mother, Catherine Thompson Simmons; his father, George Williams Gibbs III (Ann); his sisters, Catherine Gibbs Juan (Peter) and Ann Gibbs Giampetro, and Elizabeth Stockton Gibbs; and his brothers, Robert Kingsley Gibbs (Melinda), Raymond Douglas Simmons (Terry), and Francis Boll Gibbs (LeAnne).
His nieces and nephews include Celeste Dodrill, Tucker Juan, Anna Giampetro, Cullen
Giampetro, Robert Gibbs Jr. and John Dodrill.
George will be interred at his family's section of Evergreen Cemetery in St.
Augustine along with his grandfather, George Williams Gibbs Jr. and his greatgrandparents, Kathleen Ingraham Gibbs and George Williams Gibbs, and his greatgreat- grandparents, Margaret Watkins Gibbs and George Williams Gibbs, and Maria Baker Ingraham and James Edmundson Ingraham, and his great-great-grandparents, Julia Williams Gibbs and George Couper Gibbs, and Elizabeth Coles Watkins and William Joel Watkins. These relatives were all early Florida settlers.
The pall bearers are Neil Bird, Walter Arnold, Hal Gilreath, James Liebel, Dan Chambers, and Bill Cranford. Honorary pallbearers are Broudy Cobb, Leonard Dodrill, Walker Whaley, Md., Craig Merrit, Clark Coit and Charles Waite.
George's family will receive friends 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Craig Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Trinity Episcopal Parish at 215 St. George Street in St. Augustine. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be
made to Community Hospice of NE Florida (4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257) or Trinity Episcopal Parish (215 St.George Street, St. Augustine, FL).
A private interment will be held at a later time at Evergreen Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park, 1475 Old Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, FL 32084, (904) 824-1672. Please visit Mr. Gibbs' memorial page at www.craigfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 2/17/08)
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GILBERT, Lynn Harold
Lynn Harold Gilbert, 55, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 7, 2008 at McGraw Center of Community Hospice of NE Florida.
Gilbert was a native of Lafayette, Ind., and a longtime resident of Leesburg, Fla. He lived in St. Augustine for the past two years.
He was a swimming pool contractor and attended Trinity Episcopal Church.
Services: A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Episcopal
Church.
Survivors: his wife, Carol Gilbert; daughter Nicole Lynn Gilbert; two stepsons; two brothers, Robert Gilbert of Orlando and Larry Gilbert of St. Augustine; and two grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/18/08)
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GILMORE, Herbert Starling
Herbert Starling Gilmore, GMCG USN (Ret) died December 14, 2007. A native of Macon, Georgia, he was the son of Starling C. Gilmore and Pearl Phillips Gilmore, both deceased.
Mr. Gilmore joined the Navy in 1944 and served during WWII, the Korean Conflict and Vietnam. He received the Commendation Medal with Battle Device for meritorious service aboard the USS Thompson, DMS 38 in Korea. He retired from the Navy after 22
years of service. Herbert then worked for the US Postal service for 20 years. After retiring in 1986, he moved to St. Augustine from Nashville, Tenn.
Mr. Gilmore was a member of Grace United Methodist Church where he served in numerous capacities. He was a Scottish Rite, 32degree Mason and a member of the Fleet Reserve.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Vera W. Gilmore, his sister, Mary Elizabeth Simpson of Bullard, Ga., his twin brother Hubert R. Gilmore of St. Augustine and nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at Grace United Methodist Church on Monday, December 17, at 11 a.m. with Reverend Doug Clewis officiating. The family will greet friends before the service.
Flowers are gratefully declined, the family requests donations to Grace UMC "Suppers for the Homeless" at 8 Carrera St. St. Aug., FL 32084.
(St Augustine Record, 12/16/07)
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GINN, John A "Art"
John A "Art" Ginn, 89, of Palatka died Friday December 7, 2007 at Putnam Community Medical Center.
He was a second generation native and lifelong resident of Palatka and Summer Haven. He was a US Navy veteran of World WarII and a member of St James United Methodist Church.
Art began his career with New York Life Insurance Co in 1938 after graduating from Florida Southern College. In 1981, he was the top agent with New York Life Insurance Co. A Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant (CHFC), Art was also a member of the New York Life Chairman's Council and a life member of the Million Dollar Round Table. In 1974, he served as State President for the Florida Underwriters Association and was awarded the G C Snead award for outstanding
service to the Life Underswriters Association of Florida.
He was a member of the Palatka Kiwanis Club and a past President of the Palatka Jaycees, where he received the Jaycees' Man of the Year award. Art was also a member of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce and served as chairman of the
Committee of 100. He has been recognized in Who's Who in American Business. Art and his wife, Lou, developed the Round Lake Park subdivision in Palatka as well as the Glen Eagle Park subdivision in Hollister. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to
hunt and fish and was active in Quail Unlimited.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Arthur Ginn and Violet Merwin Ginn and Henry Ginn; and two sisters, Virginia Phillips and Marie Wilson.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lou Cone Ginn of Palatka; one son, Jay Ginn and wife Linda of St Augustine; one daughter, Judy Ginn and husband, Hunt Bowman of St Augustine and seven grandchildren, Bethany Waldrop, Ron Ginn, Jayce Ginn, Beau Ginn and Chelsye Ginn, all of St Augustine, Stewart Bowman of Boston, MA and Trevor Bowman of Providence, RI.
Services will be held at 11 am Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at St James United Methodist Church in Palatka with C L Overturf and the Rev Hardy B Sandlin officiating.
Private interment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Monday December 10, 2007 at the funeral home. Flowers are gratefully accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the Nature Conservancy, 2699 Lee Road, Suite 500,
Winter Park, FL 32789 or the charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.
(St Augustine Record, 12/09/07)
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GINN, Perry Lee
Perry Lee Ginn, 58, of Fort Lauderdale died March 4, 2008, at Kindred Hospital in Fort Lauderdale after a lengthy illness. Mr. Ginn was a native of St. Augustine and had resided in Fort Lauderdale over 35 years. He was a graduate of the Richard Jerome Murray High School class of 1967 and attended Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach. He had worked for Sears Roebuck & Company for 36 years in sales and management, retiring in December 2005. He also worked with South Florida Sun-Sentinel until his illness. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Piney Grove.
Services: Funeral services were held Monday, March 10, 2008, in Fort Lauderdale.
Survivors: His wife and high school sweetheart of 38 years, Vera Walker Ginn, Plantation; sons, Perry Jr., Lauderhill and Spencer, Plantation; one brother, Carl Ginn, Jersey City, N.J.; sisters, Sadie Wilkerson, St. Augustine, Annette Harden, Fort Lauderdale, Thetta Ginn Smith, Deland, and Margaret Ginn, Washington, D.C.; two granddaughters, many nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of sorrowing relatives and friends, including aunts, uncles, cousins, and in-laws in St. Augustine.
In charge: Roy Mizell and Kurtz Funeral Home, Fort Lauderdale.
(St Augustine Record, 3/14/08)
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GLAVIN, Mary Jane
Mary Jane Glavin, 89, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died Friday, March 7, 2008, in Jacksonville Beach.
The Syracuse, N.Y., native had lived in Ponte Vedra Beach for 23 years. She was a Roman Catholic.
Services: Thursday, March 13, 2008 & Friday, March 14, 2008 in Pulaski, N.Y, at Foster-Hax Funeral Home.
Burial: Pulaski Village Cemetery, Pulaski, N.Y.
Survivors: Her husband, Glenn A. Schlick, of Ponte Vedra Beach; daughters Jeanne Cimilluca of Long Island, N.Y., Mary Holtzman of New York City, N.Y., and Catherine Glavin of Jacksonville Beach; sons Paul Glavin of Lenox, Mass., John Glavin of San Francisco, Calif., Dennis Glavin of St. Augustine, and Richard Glavin of New York City, N.Y.; eight grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph G. Glavin Sr., and her sons, David and Joseph Glavin.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements in Florida and Foster Hax Funeral Home of Pulaski, N.Y., is assisting the family in New York.
(St Augustine Record, 3/10/08)
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GLISSON, Gregory Scott
Gregory Scott Glisson, 29, of St Augustine died December 4, 2007 at his home. Mr Glisson was a native of Gainesville, raised in Alachua and Clay County where he attended Middleburg High School and had resided in St Augustine for the past two years. Mr Glisson was a pharmacy technician for CVS in St Augustine and was an active member of Anchor Faith Church of St Augustine.
Services: 11 am Monday in the chapel of Archie Tanner Funeral Home and graveside
services will be held 3 pm in Laurel Hiill Cemetery in Archer. Officiating: The Rev Earl Glisson, pastor.
Calling hours: The family will receive friends one hour prior to service.
Survivors: His mother, Peggy Glisson, High Springs; one sister, Kim Teele, Ft White; one brother, Earl Glisson, St Augustine, maternal grandmother, Becky Rogers, High Springs; nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous other family members. He was
preceded in death by his father, Enoch W Glisson.
In charge: Archer Tanner Funeral Home, Starke
(St Augustine Record, 12/08/07)
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GLOVER, Geneva "Geni" L.
Geneva "Geni" L. Glover, 72, of St. Augustine, died June 6, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Funeral services are pending.
She is survived by six children, 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 06/11/08)
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GLOVER, Johnnie Mae
Johnnie Mae Glover, 97, who lived in St. Augustine her entire life, died April 17, 2008, at Samantha Wilson Nursing Home.
She worked as a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith.
Services: Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2008, at Church of God in Christ, Pastor Donald Kelly officiating.
Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Survivors include her daughters, Theo McNiel of St. Augustine and Rosa Lee of New York.
Coleman's Mortuary in Hastings is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 4/19/08)
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GLUBIAK, Stephen Joseph
Stephen Joseph Glubiak, 40, of St. Augustine, died May 5, 2008, at his fiancee's home. He was a commercial fisherman of the Catholic faith. He attended St. Augustine High School.
Services: Private service will be held at a later date.
Survivors: His fiancee, Suzanne Foland, Pompano Beach, Fla.; mother, Rosemary Burmood, St. Augustine; stepfather, Samuel Burmood, St. Augustine; and his sister, Catherine Lowe, St. Augustine.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Glubiak.
(St Augustine Record, 05/28/08)
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GODWIN, Marie Charmaine
Marie Charmaine Godwin, 79, passed away on June 23, 2008, at Samantha Wilson Nursing Home, St. Augustine. She was born in Jacksonville, Fla.
Marie was a wonderful kindergarten teacher in Fort Myers, Fla., prior to her retirement. Following that, she and her husband enjoyed traveling to many parts of the world, taking part in church activities and volunteering for the American Cancer Society.
Marie was a kind and generous person. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family and always had a smile for all. She moved to St. Augustine in 2005 to be closer to her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Charles Godwin.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Patti Godwin, Boca Raton, Fla.; daughter and son-in-law, Jeannie and Eddie Kazmierski, St. Augustine; five grandchildren; brother and sister- in-law, Charles and June Berry, Jacksonville, Fla.; sister and brother-in-law, Chris and Jim Conzemius, St. Augustine; and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation and prayer service was held on June 25, 2008, at Craig Funeral Home. A funeral service was held on June 26, 2008, at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, Fla., with the Rev. Seamus O'Flynn officiating.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park was in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/05/08)
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GOFF, Harold B III
Harold "Sonny" B. Goff III, 58, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 31, 2007. He was born Dec. 26, 1949, to Harold and Virginia Goff in Boston, Mass., where he was raised and served in the Massachu-setts National Guard. He moved to St. Augustine 18 years ago
where he has been a popular hairdresser. Sonny was also a frequent volunteer with Catholic Charities.
The Visitation will be Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
The Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral-Basilica.
The burial will take place at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Immediate survivors include his father and stepmother, Harold B. Goff Jr. and Lorna Goff of West Palm Beach, Fla.; his sister: Virginia Marie Plummer of Palm Coast, Fla.; his brother: Steven Allan Goff (Karen) of Quincy, Mass.; nieces and nephews, Kelly,
Christine; Steven (Caroline), C.J. (Heather), Samantha, Amanda and Justin; grandnephews, O'ryon, Dylan, and Nathan; and grand-niece, Kate.
He will rest next to his mother at San Lorenzo Cemetery, Virginia M. Goff.
We will always miss you and love you always and forever.
For directions and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is in charge of the
arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/04/08)
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GOMES, Edward M.
Edward M. Gomes, 78, St. Augustine, died Feb. 5, 2006 at his home. He was born in New York and had resided in St. Augustine
since 1990, moving here from Massapequa, N.Y. Before retiring he owned and operated a trucking and construction company. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during World War II. Ed was an avid fisherman and he loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was a member of the Ancient City Gamefish Association and a member of the St. Augustine Shores United Methodist Church.
Memorial services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday Feb. 9, 2006 at St. Augustine Shores United Methodist Church with Dr. Tom Cullens, Minister, officiating. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2006 at Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the Myleodysplastic Syndrome
Foundation, P.O. Box 477, Crosswicks, N.J. 08515 or to the St. Augustine Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Boulevard,
St.. Augustine, FL 32086.
He is survived by his wife, Louise Gomes, St. Augustine; two daughters, Christine Nerney and her husband John, Massapequa,
Jacqueline Forzano and her husband, Dino, Yonkers, N.Y.; two sons, Larry Gomes and his wife Angie, Castle Rock, Colo., Stephen Gomes, Denver, Colo.; one brother, Richard Gomes, Dahlonega, Ga.; two stepsons, James Foster and his wife Martha, Fernandina Beach, Fla., William Foster and his wife Jean, Birmingham, Ala.; 12 grandchildren
and one great-grandson.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey Gomes.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/8/06)
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GOODALL, Kendell W.
Kendell Wayne Goodall, 43, died peacefully on July 10, 2008, surrounded by his family after a two-year battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. "Kenny" was born in Del Norte, Colo., on May 19, 1965, to Stanley and Wanda Goodall. His parents moved to Florida when he was 1 month old. He attended St. Johns County schools and graduated from St. Augustine High School in 1983. Later, he earned an associate's degree in computer electronics. He began working during high school in the construction industry. Working as a welder and because of his excellent craftsmanship and work ethic, he earned the respect of many in the construction industry.
He developed his own business, GoodNews Custom Welding Inc., in 2003. Kenny was a sports fan and played football for Pop Warner and St. Augustine High. He was best known for the Florida orange and blue running through his veins and his closet. He attended, watched or listened to every Gator football game. He was a lifelong member of Mill Creek Missionary Baptist Church. He especially enjoyed working with children. He served as bus captain on a bus route and also as a counselor in the Junior Church. On Feb. 10, 1990, he married Karen Nester, of St. Augustine, at her home church, Calvary Baptist Church.
In the course of 18 wonderful years, Kenny and Karen had six children. He was a dedicated husband and father, a good provider, a faithful friend, and a loving son and brother. In every area of his life, he gave his all.
He is survived by his wife; his children, Kollin, 14, Kaley, 13, Konner, 8, Kaleb, 6, Kolton, 3, and Kendyl, 19 months; his parents; his maternal grandparents, Malcolm and Marjorie Turner, of Canon City, Colo.; his two brothers, Keith and Kamron, both of St. Augustine; his sister, Kellie Wemmie, of Chickamauga, Ga.; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A celebration of Kenny's life and homegoing will be held at Mill Creek Missionary Baptist Church, on Monday, July 14, 2008, at 10 a.m. The visitation will be held at Craig Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations for the family may be made to c/o Mill Creek Baptist Church, 6019A State Road 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092, (904) 940-3130, designated for the Goodall Family Fund.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 07/13/08)
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GOODWIN, Carl B.
Carl B. Goodwin, 88, of St. Augustine and Roswell, Ga., died April 5, 2008, at his home in St. Augustine. Mr. Goodwin was a native of St. Joe, Ind., and had resided in St. Augustine. He worked for Colonial Life and Accident for over 40 years in the Washington, D.C., area.
Services: Private.
Survivors: His sons, Paul, Carl and Mark Goodwin; sisters, Helen Stewart and Jean Steele; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Marie Raley Goodwin.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/26/08)
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GOYENECHEA, Flor M.
Mrs. Flor M. Goyenechea, died on Feb. 12, 2008, at her home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Las Tunas, Cuba, on April 28, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Pastor Machado Montes de Oca.
During her childhood, she was educated in Catholic schools and later obtained her college degree in home economics. While in college, she met her husband, Dr. Jose Goyenechea, to whom she was married for 61 years.
In addition to teaching school in Cuba, she was actively involved in her community, serving as president of the Wives Society of the Medical Society, president of the Cuban Cancer Society, secretary of the League Against Blindness and president of the Ladies
of the Lions Club.
In 1964, Mrs. Goyenechea left her Communist homeland with her husband and daughters seeking the freedoms offered in the United States. In 1971, she and her family moved to Lake City, which became her new home, and where she continued to
reside until her death. Mrs. Goyenechea was a member of Epiphany Catholic Church, former member of St. Ann's Guild and a member of the Lake City Garden Club, Azalea Circle. Mrs. Goyenechea collected bells and had more than 1,300 bells in her collection from her travels all over the world.
Mrs. Goyenechea is survived by her husband, Dr. Jose Goyenechea; three daughters, Ana Maria Tepedino (Jose F.) of Lake City, Dr. Tessy Dieguez (Eduardo), St. Augustine, and Circuit Judge Leandra Johnson (Richard) of Lake City. She leaves six
grandchildren, of whom she was very proud, Jose Gustavo Tepedino, Dr. Miguel Tepedino, Josephine and Tessly Ann Dieguez, and Jess and Bryson Johnson. She is also survived by one niece in Miami and three in Kansas and New Jersey.
A funeral mass celebrating the life of Mrs. Goyenechea will be held on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, at 10 a.m. at Epiphany Catholic Church with the Rev. Mike Pendergraft celebrant. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation
with the family will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, with a Rosary beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Epiphany Catholic Church, 1905 S.W. Epiphany Court, Lake City, FL 32025.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3596 S. HWY 441, Lake City. (386) 752-1954. Please sign the guest book at www.gatewayforestlawn.com.
(St Augustine Record, 2/13/08)
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GRABAU, Harold Phillips
Harold Phillips Grabau, 69, of St. Augustine, died April 22, 2008, at McGraw Center of Hospice in Jacksonville, Fla. Mr. Grabau was a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., and was a longtime resident of Manhattan, N.Y., before moving to St. Augustine seven month ago. He was retired after 40-year career in editing for Doubleday Publishing in New York. He was of the Protestant faith.
Services: A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Survivors: His sister, Gail E. Squires, St. Augustine; brother, Robert Grabau, Ocala, Fla. A memorial contribution in his name may be sent to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/25/08)
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GRABOW, Fred Otto and Joan Clara
Fred Otto Grabow, 83, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 8, 2007, at Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville. Mr. Grabow was a native of New York, NY
Joan Clara Grabow, 77, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 11, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Grabow was a native of Mississippi.
The Grabows had resided in St. Augustine since 1994. Mr. Grabow was a carpenter and a member of the Carpenter's Union in New York and Florida. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mrs. Grabow worked for the public school system. They were of the Lutheran faith.
Services: None planned. Burial: Will be in New York next to their son.
Survivors: Mr. Grabow is survived by a brother, Alfred Grabow; and sister, Betty Schriner. Mr. Grabow is predeceased by a brother, William Grabow. They are also survived by their daughters, Kelly Flynn and Christine Grabow; their sons, John Billy
and Kurt Grabow; 14 grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Grabow is predeceased by her husband, Fred Grabow, and they are predeceased by a son, Freddie Grabow.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/13/07)
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GRADICK, John Elmore Jr.
John Elmore Gradick Jr., passed away peacefully at home March, 6, 2008. He was born March 22, 1925, in Charleston, S.C., and raised in Sanford.
He was predeceased by his devoted wife, Clara, and son, Eugene. He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps for 34 years. He was a veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam. His last station of duty was as sergeant major, serving on Fleet Marine Force Atlantic in Norfolk, Va. He retired to St. Augustine in June of 1979. He will be deeply missed by his children.
He is survived by his children, Therese Arnold, St. Augustine, Kathryn Courtney (Mike), North Carolina, Patricia Gradick, Federal Point, Mary Gradick, Tampa, John E. Gradick III (Pam) Defuniak Springs, Margaret Gradick, St. Augustine. He was blessed with 20 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He will be laid to rest at a later date beside his wife, Clara.
We ask that in memory of him, you actively support our service men and women past and present ..... Oorah, Sergeant Major.
(St Augustine Record, 3/16/08)
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GRANT, Eugene J.
Eugene J. Grant, 82, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 9, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Grant was a native of DeMassville, Ky., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 17 years. Mr. Grant was an engineer with General Electric Corp. He served his country in
the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was of the Protestant faith.
Services: Will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, at a later date. Burial: Arlington Memorial
Gardens Cemetery, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Survivors: His daughter, Michelle Rosteutscher, Cincinnati; two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jane Grant and daughter, Kathy Ann Grant.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/13/08)
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GREEN, Dollie Mae
Dollie Mae Green, 74, of St. Augustine, died March 20, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Green was a native of Norman Park, Ga., and had resided in St. Augustine since early childhood. Mrs. Green was a homemaker and a member of Antioch Baptist Church.
Services: 11 a.m. Thursday at Chase Chapel. Officiating: The Rev. Eugene Israel. Calling hours: 6-8 p.m. today at Chase Chapel. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Brothers, Sam Rowe, George Holman and Steve Holman, all of St. Augustine; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/26/08)
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GREEN, Kay
Kay Green, 60, of Elkton, died Friday, March 7, at Flagler Hospital.
The Topeka, Kan., native lived in Northeast Florida since September 2000. She worked as an accountant, attended Good News Church in St. Augustine and was active in the social club at Coquina Crossing.
Services: A memorial service is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at the Clubhouse at Coquina Crossing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Betty Griffin House, P.O. Box 3319, St. Augustine, FL 32085-3319 or the charity of your choice.
Survivors: her husband, Tom L. Green; a daughter, Kimberly K. Sinclair, of Hartford, Mich.; a son, Timothy L. Green, of Alameda, Calif.; her mother, Billie Boender of Newark, Calif.; her sister, Jerri Lynn Rose, of Andele, Kansas; and one grandchild.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 3/9/08)
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GREEN, John W.
John W. Green, 81, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 25, 2008, at Flagler Hospital, Mr. Green was a native of Bainbridge, Ga., and had resided in St. Augustine since early adulthood. Mr. Green was a retired cook from the Florida East Coast Railroad and a
member of the American Legion Post No. 74. He served his country in the U.S. Navy and he was of the Baptist faith.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Missionary Baptist Church with The Rev. James Sams, pastor, officiating. Calling hours are 6-9 p.m. Friday at Chase Chapel and from noon until the hour of service at the church. Burial will be in
Florida National Cemetery at Bushnell, Fla.
He is survived by his daughters, Patricia (James) Perkins, Inez Wright, Arthurene (Fred) Sparrow, all of St. Augustine and Mary Singleton, Gainesville; sons, John Henry Green, Orlando, Samuel L. (Cheryl) Green, Gainesville, John L. Green, Leroy Green,
Victor Green, Albert (Jeanette) Manning and Eugene Manning, all of St. Augustine; brother, Moses Green, Bainbridge; sister, Rebecca Perry, Bainbridge; 43 grandchildren; 66 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 2/29/08)
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GREENE, Annie Clare
Annie Clare Greene, 87, of Hastings, Fla., died July 3, 2008, at St. Augustine Health and Rehab Center. She was born in Jacksonville, Fla., and was a lifelong resident of St. Johns County. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church. She owned and operated her own bookkeeping and tax preparation company.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, the Rev. Patrick Carroll officiating. Burial will be in St. Ambrose Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5 to 8 p.m. with a prayer service at 6 p.m. Sunday at Craig Funeral Home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Arlis R. Greene Sr., and brothers, Buddy, Yulee, Joseph and Daniel Mickler.
She is survived by her daughter, Pam (Neil) Stevens, and son, Randy (Patti) Greene, both of Hastings; sisters, Mary Theresa Angus, Virginia Riley, both of St. Augustine, Martha (George) Wise and Louise Johnson, both of Jacksonville, and Frances (Johnny) Howard, Orangedale; brothers, Charles Mickler and Paul (Jeannie) Mickler, both of St. Augustine; grandchildren, Trey (Amy) Greene, Nicole Greene, Michelle (Luke) Losco and Shawn Stevens; and great-grandchildren, Lane and Kaydence Greene and Courtney, Chris, Emily and Joshua Puttick.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/04/08)
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GREENE, William P. "Bill"
William P. "Bill" Greene, 74, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2008, at Community Hospice McGraw Center.
Bill was a native of Maryland and resided in Jacksonville for many years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and retired in 1991 from the City of Jacksonville as a supervisor in mechanical inspection. Bill operated a Christmas tree farm in Yulee for many years prior to moving St. Augustine.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Greene and Mary Ruth Jaloway, and his sister, Barbara Wood.
Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Charlotte Greene; two daughters, Shuri Paulette Paulin and Terrie Ruen; four grandchildren, Christopher Paulin, Jennifer Paulin (Aaron) Rounds, Adam Ruen and Paul Ruen; two great-grandsons, Ashton Rudy and Logan Rounds; two sisters, Dottie (Nick) Prillaman and Rose (Tom) Reedy; two brothers, David (Louise) Jaloway and Mike Jaloway; one brother-in-law, Charles Wood; one sister-in-law, Margaret Sloan; and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. today at Peeples Family Funeral Homes, North Jacksonville Chapel, 2220 Soutel Drive near Lem Turner Road with the Rev. Andy Sloan officiating.
Contributions may be made in his memory to Community Hospice or to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, organization # 260086305, 825 College Blvd. Suite 102, PMB 608, Oceanside, Calif. 92057.
(St Augustine Record, 07/01/08)
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GREENMUN, Rosalind Redfearn
Rosalind Greenmun, a long-time resident of St. Augustine, passed away while with her family in Texas on Feb. 18, 2008. She was 87 years of age. Rosalind was born in 1920 on a farm in Wadesboro, N.C., and was the last surviving member of a family of seven brothers and sisters. She became deaf very early in life, as did three of her siblings. Rosalind graduated in 1941 from Gallaudet College in Washington, D.C., and began her teaching career that year at the Columbus, Ohio School for the Deaf. She married a fellow deaf teacher and Gallaudet alumnus, Robert Greenmun of Binghamton, N.Y., the following year in Columbus.
Rosalind and Robert moved from Ohio in 1949 to accept teaching assignments in Rome, N.Y. In 1954, they relocated to the Florida State School for the Deaf and the Blind in St. Augustine. Robert was secretary-treasurer of the National Association of the
Deaf for many years. He and Rosalind traveled widely in connection with his NAD duties, and both were well known among the deaf community throughout the United States.
Robert was also active in early experimental work supporting naval aviation research and the NASA space program. He died in 1970, victim of a car-train collision at the FEC crossing on S.R. 207 after watching the launch of Apollo 13 from the front yard of the Greenmun's home nearby.
Rosalind continued teaching in St. Augustine until retiring in 1981 from her final FSDB position as associate director of Student Life, completing 37 years of teaching and counselling deaf students.
She is survived by her son, Jim Greenmun and daughter-in-law, Judy; four grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. Jim and his wife, the former Judy Pamies of St. Augustine, now live in Katy, Texas near Houston.
Rosalind remained a country girl at heart throughout her full and wonderful life until taken away by Alzheimer's. She outlived many of her relatives and friends. Those who are left will miss the way she made everyone feel welcome and loved.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 at Craig Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest alongside Robert in Craig Memorial Park.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is serving the Greenmun family.
For directions, and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 2/21/08) (Note: Katy, Texas 2/20/08)
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GREER, Cecil Rhodes
Cecil Rhodes Greer III, 67, of St. Augustine, died Friday, July 28, 2000, at Flagler Hospital. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War and moved to St. Augustine in 1990. He was a business executive with General Electric for more than 30 years and a member of the Virginia State Bar Association.
Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at Craig Funeral Home, with Father Seamus O'Flynn officiating. In lieu of
flowers, a donation to a favorite charity would be appreciated.
He is survived by one daughter, Susan Northington of Frowery Springs, Ga.; two sons, Cecil Rusty Greer of Woodstock, Ga., and J. Michael Greer of Mandeville, La.; two brothers, Paul David Greer or Marion, Va., and Richard Allen Greer of Hillsdale, N.Y.; and three grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 7/30/2000)
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GRIFFEY, John C.
John C. Griffey, a long-time respected St. Augustine resident and businessman died at Flagler Hospital after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. John was born to John and Marie Griffey in Helene, Ark., in 1933. He enlisted in the U.S. Army
and was stationed in Europe. He married his devoted wife Edna almost 51 years ago and they moved to St. Augustine 45 years ago, where John became the owner and operator of Ronnie's Amoco Service Station on State Road 16.
John was an avid golfer and played whenever he could. The only thing he seemed to enjoy more than golf was his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. They brought great joy into his life, as all his family did. His memory will
forever live in their hearts as well.
Survivors include his loving wife, Edna Merle Griffey; his children, John M. (Jean) Griffey of New Hartford, Conn.; Charles J. (Brenda) Griffey of St. Augustine; Linda D. (Terry) Mickler of St. Augustine; seven grandchildren, Tiffany (Shannon) Zanzarella,
Jason B. Mickler, Stacy D. Mickler, Angela R. Griffey, John E. Griffey, Kurtis Griffey, Kyle Griffey; four great-grandchildren, Cody, Zachary, and Hayden Zanzarella, and Brianna Lynn Mickler; John's brother: Jerry (Ollie) Griffey of Tampa, Fla.; and his sister-in-law: Judy (James) Yoakum of St. Augustine.
A memorial celebration service will be held at Crescent Beach Baptist Church on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 4 p.m. conducted by Rev. David Beauchamp.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Crescent Beach Baptist Church Building Fund would be appreciated.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
For directions and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com.
(St Augustine Record, 2/29/08)
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GRONBERG, Robert William
Robert William Gronberg, 77, of St Augustine died Thursday December 6, 2007 at Flagler Hospital.
The New York, NY native lived in St Augustine for the past 20 Years. He was a retired New York electric company manager who volunteered at the Castillo de San Marcos. He served in the US Marine Corps during the Korean War.
Memorial service and reception will be held at 11 a.m. at San Sebastian Church, located at 1112 State Road 16 in St. Augustine. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials in his honor may be made to the Thomas Hartman Foundation For Parkinson's Research Inc., 72 W. Main St., East Islip, N.Y. 11730 (631) 277-9655.
Survivors: His wife, Barbara Gronberg; a daughter, Lynn Ficalora, of Manalapan, N.J.; sons Wayne R. Gronberg of Belmar, N.J., Robert J. Gronberg of Ronkonkoma, N.Y., Christopher W. Gronberg of Bellarose, N.Y., Richard W. Gronberg of Stanford, Conn., and Steven T. Gronberg of Fort Collins, Colo.; a brother, Arthur Gronberg; and eight grandchildren.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/10/07)
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GUTTINGER, Carla Beth
Carla Beth Guttinger, 41, died peacefully on Thursday to close out a 17-year challenge from a brain tumor. She had resided for the past nine years in Thomasville, Ga.
After graduating from P.K. Yonge High School in Gainesville and the University of California at Santa Barbara, she worked with the King of Nepal's biological survey, Nevada State Parks and the California Nature Conservancy.
She is survived by her parents, Hellen and Don Guttinger of St. Augustine; brothers Walt (Victoria) of St. Augustine and Greg (Robin) of Cumming, Ga.; her full-time caregiver of eight years, Briton Bass; and nephews Ian and Weston Guttinger.
Viewing will be at Culley's Meadow Wood Funeral Home, 1737 Riggins Road, Tallahassee from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Sunday; Funeral services will be at Advent Episcopal Church, 815 Piedmont Drive in Tallahassee at 10 a.m. on Monday, followed by burial in Roselawn Cemetery in Tallahassee.
Since her diagnosis, she has served as a Hospice volunteer, mentored young people and been an inspiration to all who have known her. Also since diagnosis, she traveled to Austria, Alaska and the Northeast and spent many hours on Crescent Beach.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you contribute to the Stewards of the St. Johns River or your Public Broadcasting affiliate.
(St Augustine Record, 06/16/08)
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