Ethel Irene Pratt, 84, St. Augustine, died July 14, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. She was born in Warwick, R.I., and resided in St. Augustine since 1982. She was a retired administrative assistant. She was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, having served during World War II. She was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, a member of the Marine Corps League Oldest City Detachment No. 383, the Women's Marine Association in Jacksonville and the American Legion. She was a member of Turning Point at Calvary.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, July 21 at Turning Point at Calvary, 3500 State Road 16 with the Rev. Gregg Fischer officiating.
Interment will be at a later date at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fla.
She is survived by a daughter, Dale Susan Kajkowski, Kissimmee, Fla.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Pratt.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/17/08)
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PRUITT, Billie
Billie Pruitt, 85, of St. Augustine passed away Jan. 20, 2008 at her daughter's home in Alpharetta, Ga. Mrs. Pruitt was born on March 30, 1922, in Gadsden, Ala., and arrived in St. Augustine at the Florida East Coast train station with her husband in 1950. They de-trained on the "marsh" side of the tracks at low tide, (as opposed to the city side). Mrs. Pruitt took one look, and began getting back on the train. It took a lot of talking by her husband to get off the train the second time. Mrs. Pruitt was past president of the following organizations: Woman's Exchange of St. Augustine, Rosalie James Circle of the International Order of the King's Daughters and Sons, Camellia Garden Circle; and a former treasurer of Trinity Episcopal Parish. She also served on the international Board of the King's Daughters and Sons. She was a recipient of the city of St. Augustine's de Aviles Award in 2001 and of First Coast News Twelve Who Care in 2004. Mrs. Pruitt also served in the Pilot Club of St. Augustine, St. Augustine Art Association, the Sister Cities Association, Big Brothers and Big Sisters and St. Augustine Historical Society and had been on the St. Johns County Library Advisory Board.
Mrs. Pruitt is survived by her husband, William H. "Bill" Pruitt; daughter, Dinah F. Joyce of Alpharetta, Ga.; two grandsons, Edwin A. "Tripp" Joyce III and his wife, Kristi of Spartanburg, S.C. and William Christopher Joyce and his wife, Alysia of Lancaster, S.C.; five great-grandchildren, Taylor Anne Joyce, Edwin A. Drew Joyce IV, William Stiles Joyce, William Keelin Joyce, and Wyatt James Joyce.
A funeral service will be held Sunday, 2:00 PM at Trinity Episcopal Church, with a reception and remembrance to follow at Trinity Hall. Private entombment will take place at a later date at Craig Memorial Park. Flowers are gratefully declined. People wishing to may make donations to the Billie Pruitt Scholarship Fund, Flagler College, P.O. Box 1027 St. Augustine, FL 32085-1027.
Funeral arrangements by Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park. Please view Mrs. Pruitt's memorial page at www.craigfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 1/25/08)
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PUCCIO, Lillian M.
Lillian M. Puccio, 82, of St. Augustine, died Saturday, Dec. 8, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. She was born in New York, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 19 years, moving here from Oyster Bay, N.Y. She was a homemaker and a member of the Geranium Garden Club as well as Corpus Christi Catholic Church.
Services: Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Officiating: The Rev. William C. Mooney.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Survivors: She is survived by her husband, Rudolph J. "Rudy" Puccio, of St. Augustine; five children, Thomas Puccio of Oak Hill, Va., Gregory Puccio of Valley Stream, N.Y., Susan Claudio of Hampton Bay, N.Y., Richard Puccio of Oyster Bay, N.Y., and William Puccio of Newtown, Pa.; one sister, Anna Mae O'Hanlon, of Massapequa Park, N.Y.; one brother, Martin Cleere, of Allentown, N.J.; 13 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/9/07)
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PURTLEBAUGH, Bradley Jon
Bradley Jon Purtlebaugh, 40, passed away June 25, 2008, at his home. He was born March 5, 1968, in Bloomington, Ind., and he proudly served as a U.S. Marine.
He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Purtlebaugh; three stepchildren, Brittany, William and Nicholas Zimontas, all of St. Augustine; his daughter, Cassandra Purtlebaugh, of California; mother, Wilma Shannon, of St. Augustine; three brothers, Gerald, of St. Augustine, and Philip and Danny, both of Indiana; and many nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will be held in Palm Coast on July 5, 2008, at 2 p.m. Please contact the family for information.
(St Augustine Record, 07/02/08)
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RABY, Andrew C.
Andrew C. Raby, 31, of St. Augustine, formerly of Palatka, died suddenly at home on Thursday, May 29, 2008. He was a 1994 graduate of Palatka High School and received his associate's degree in business from the University of Central Florida in 1997. In 1999 he graduated with honors from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. Andrew was a born-again Christian and a member of Christ Independent Methodist Church in Palatka. He enjoyed playing guitar, surfing and snowboarding.
He was preceded in death by grandparents Cliff and Lois Raby and Betty Myers.
Andrew is survived by his wife, Mel Raby of St. Augustine; parents, Dr. E. Craig and Nancy Raby of Palatka; brother, Landon Raby and wife, Kelly, of Wiesbaden, Germany; grandfather, Thomas Myers, Weaverville, N.C.; and nephew, Ryan and Elayna Raby of Wiesbaden, Germany.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at Christ Independent Methodist Church in Palatka with the Rev. Michael Hudson officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/03/08)
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RACCIOPPI, Ann
Ann Raccioppi, 94, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 2, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Raccioppi was a native of Hoboken, N.J., then retired to Hollywood, Fla., before moving to St. Augustine in 2005. Mrs. Raccioppi attended many Council on Aging functions and she attended Our Lady of Good Council Catholic Church.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Nativity Catholic Church, Hollywood, Fla., with a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Fred Hunters Funeral Home in Hollywood. A memorial service will be held in St. Augustine at Our Lady of Good council Catholic Church, 5950 S.R. 16, St. Augustine at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Survivors: Her children, Frank Raccioppi, St. Augustine, Ronald Raccioppi, Cullowhee, N.C., and Lena Boles and Janice Crawford, both of Westerly, R.I.; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank C. Raccioppi and a daughter, Marie Ruffini.
In charge: Fred Hunters Funeral Home, Hollywood, Fla.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/08/08)
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RACKLIFF, Hilda Marie
Hilda Marie Rackliff, 81, of St. Augustine, died April 30, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Rackliff was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of God.
Services: 10 a.m. Monday at Church of God. Officiating: The Rev. John Tanner. Calling hours: 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Her sons, Walter Stinson Rackliff, Raymond Earl Rackliff, Curtis Roy Rackliff, and Claude Addison Rackliff, all of St. Augustine; daughters, Mary Jane Seplak, St. Augustine, Phyllis Irene Corbin, Darien, Ga., Esther Dale Rackliff, Rita Vance Rackliff, Sarah Elaine Hull and Corrine Faye Hagan, all of St. Augustine; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Rackliff.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St. Augustine Record, 05/03/08)
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RAMAGE, John James
John James Ramage, age 17, died unexpectedly Oct. 14, 2007, as the result of an accident in St. John's County.
Survivors include his mother and father, John Christopher Ramage and Samantha Oliver Ramage; sister, Johnna Lynn Ramage; half-sister, Elizabeth Dean; grandmothers, Johnna Ramage and Cecile; great-grandmother, Ercelle Collier; uncle, William Ramage; great-uncle, Joe Collier.
Memorial services will be 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, in the chapel of Helm Funeral Home, 1811 Idlewild Avenue, Green Cove Springs.
(St. Augustine Record, 10/16/07)
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RANOUS, Virginia Dare
Virginia Dare Ranous, 88, of St. Augustine, died on May 7, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. She was a native and long-time resident of Oswego, N.Y., and had lived in St. Augustine since 2001.
Private services will be held at a later time. Memorial contributions can be made to: Community Hospice of North East Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
She is survived by her daughters: Judith Stitz of Rossville, Ga., Kathy Sincavage of St. Augustine, Amy Hanley of Vero Beach, Fla.; a brother, George Frederick DuBois of Dunedin, Fla.; sisters, Cherie Allen of Kissimmee, Fla., Frances Eleanor Huba of Albany, N.Y.; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Arrangements by St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory in St. Augustine.
(St. Augustine Record, 05/11/08)
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RASNICK, Barbara L.
Barbara L. Rasnick, 69, of St. Augustine, died May 13, 2008, at Earl B. Hadlow Center of Community Hospice of Northeast Florida in Jacksonville. She was a homemaker who volunteered at the Lightner Museum and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. She was a native of Pulaski, Va.
Services: None planned.
Survivors: Her brother, John Samuel Draper, Lutz, Fla.; sons, Neil Rasnick and Richard Rasnick, St. Augustine; a daughter, Regina Rasnick, Palm Coast, Fla. .
In charge: Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 05/15/08)
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RANSOM, Robert G
Robert G. Ransom, Jr., 77, of St. Augustine, passed away Saturday, Aug. 25, 2007. He was born Nov. 16, 1929, in Atlanta, Ga., and was the son of the late Robert G. Ransom Sr., and Ida Watts Ransom. After graduating from Andrew Jackson High School in 1948, Robert joined the National Guard and served during the Korean War before retiring. Robert was a real estate broker with Watson Realty for 28 years and served as vice president before retiring to spend time with his wife and family. He was the former President of Multiple Listing Service and Northeast Florida Association of Realtors and was a former Realtor of the year.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Jo Ann (Mickey) Ransom of St. Augustine; son, Robert G. Ransom, III and his wife Lora of Jacksonville; daughter, Laura L. Burchfield and her husband Cliff of Orlando, Fla.; brother, Allen Ransom and his wife Kathy of Jacksonville; grandchildren, Clifford Burchfield and his wife Monica, Stacy Burchfield, Ginny Burchfield, Melissa Ransom and Kenneth Ransom and many nieces and nephews.
Celebration of life services will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2007, at Swiss Cove Christian Church, 1964 State Road 13, Jacksonville, FL 32259. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association or Community Hospice of N.E. Florida.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funearl Home, Mandarin Chapel, (904) 288-0025.
(St Augustine Record, 8/28/07)
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RAULERSON, Duke Arnold Sr.
Duke Arnold Raulerson Sr., 77, passed away early Sunday morning, April 6, 2008, at his residence following a sudden illness.
Born in Sumter County, Ga., he moved with his family to Pierce County at the age of 2. Mr. Raulerson graduated from Blackshear High School in 1947 and attended Georgia-Alabama Business School of Commerce and Mercer University in Macon. He went on to serve in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955, the highlight being the time he served at Hallman Air Force Base, N.M., with Col. John Paul Stapp and the high-speed sled at the beginning of the space program. After discharge, he managed the Royal Theater for a year and then worked as a sales representative for Southern Propane Gas for four years.
In January of 1960 he opened a hardware store in Blackshear that proved to be his lifelong profession of 40 years. In 1986 he moved his Raulerson Ace Home Center to Highway 84 and sold it in January of 2000. During this time he served on many boards and committees related to the business. Mr. Raulerson was also the owner of Raulerson Construction Co.
He was a member of First Baptist Church of Blackshear where he was a deacon and had served in many positions including chairing two building programs. He was a retired director of The Peoples Bank of Blackshear, was a member of the American Legion, the Elks Lodge and other groups.
Mr. Raulerson was preceded in death by his parents, Randall Dewey Raulerson and Ella Young Raulerson; a brother, Billy N. Raulerson; and a granddaughter, Beth Ann Raulerson.
Survivors are his wife of 55 years, Inez Bryant Raulerson of Blackshear; two daughters, Kim R. Silman and Kay R. Carter both of Blackshear; a son, Duke A. Raulerson Jr. of Blackshear; his father-in-law, J. E. Bryant of Blackshear; five grandchildren, Guy Reddick Jr. and Ben Reddick both of Atlanta and Hank Silman, Shea Phillips and J.E.B. Raulerson all of Blackshear; a great grandchild, Haili Gibson; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services for Mr. Raulerson will be held Wednesday morning, April 9, 2008, at 11 a.m. from the First Baptist Church.
Interment will be in the Blackshear Cemetery.
Visitation for Mr. Raulerson will be held Tuesday evening from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Mr. Raulerson will lay in state at the church one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online register at www.pearsondial.com.
Pearson-Dial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/8/08)
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RAY, William James Jr.
William James Ray Jr., 68, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 16, 2007, at his home. He served in the United States Army's 82nd Airborne Division in the 1960s and was an electrical engineer for Parker Hannifin Corp. for 20 years. He was originally from Queens, N.Y.
Services: The Unity Church, 3370 Indian River Dr., Jensen Beach, at 2 p.m. Sunday. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ray's name may be made to The Unity Church. Burial: Cremation.
Survivors: Sons: William J. Ray, III, St. Augustine; Daniel P. Ray, Boca Raton; Jared Ray, Ronkonkama, N.Y.; daughters: Robin Rivera, Kissemmee; Gena Hamilton, Avon, Conn.; Leslie Colon, Manchester, Conn.; brother, Peter Ray, Levitown, N.Y.; sisters: Ricky, Beverly Hills; Patty Ray, Louisana; 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home and Crematory.
(St. Augustine Record, 2/19/07)
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READE, Betty Grace
Betty Grace Reade, 78, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 27, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Reade was a native of Millbury, Mass., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1972. Mrs. Reade was a member of St. Johns County Builders Association, the Montezuma and the Southweed Tennis Associations and the Clan Donnachaidh Society of Florida. Mrs. Reade was a registered nurse and she was of the Christian faith.
Services: A committal service will be held at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fla., Feb. 8, 2008 at 1 p.m. Burial: Florida National Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughters, Joanne Hudson, Orlando, and Jaxqueline Mulanax, Vero Beach, Fla.; sons, Craig Reade, Huntington Beach, Calif., and John C. Reade III, Tyry, Ga; her twin sister, Beverly Wrobel, Bayport, Minn.; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Lt. Col. John "Jack" C. Reade Jr.
Flowers are declined; donations may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4114 Sunbeam Road, Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32257; American Cancer Society, 1430 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207 or to the Mayo Clinic Department of Development, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 1/30/08)
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REAVES, Harold King
Harold King Reaves was born July 24, 1920, in Hannibal, Mo., and except for a few months during his early life, was a native Atlantan. He died April 30, 2008 at age 87. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Charles King Reaves and by his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Richard Johnson in East Atlanta.
He is survived by his wife, Florence Hackney Reaves of 66 years; daughter and son-in-law, Cathy and David Quarterman of Athens, Ga.; son and daughter-in-law, Don and Diane Reaves of St. Augustine; three grandchildren, Keith Reaves of Orange Park, Fla.; Kevin Reaves of Los Angeles, Calif.; and Kristal Reaves of Chicago, Ill.; step-granddaughter, Peggy Quarterman of Richmond, Va.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Briarcliff Baptist Church or Hospice Atlanta.
A.S. Turner & Son Funeral Home, Decatur, Ga., in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 5/01/08)
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RAWSON, Clennie L.
Clennie L. Rawson, age 90, of East Palatka, died Monday, July 7, 2008, at Palatka Health Care Center following an extended illness.
She was a native of St. Mary's, Ga., and resided in the Federal Point area since 1939, coming from St. Augustine. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church of Hastings. Ms. Rawson loved to garden.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Gordon "F.G." Rawson. She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at Palatka Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Charles Johnson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice.
Arrangements were under the direction of Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 07/10/08)
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REBERIO, Marjorie
Marjorie Reberio, 76, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 5, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Reberio was a native of Dighton, Mass., and had resided in St. Augustine several years. Mrs. Reberio was a home health-care aide and had worked as a house parent at Adams Acres.
Services: Private services are planned.
Survivors: Her sisters, Sr. Ann Reberio, SFCC, Rosemarie Kennett; and brother, John Reberio, all of St. Augustine, and Mary Goff, Swansea, Mass.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/8/07)
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RECTOR, Eugene O.
Eugene O. Rector, 67, a resident of St. Augustine, died April 20, 2008, at Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring, Jacksonville. A native of Buncombe County, N.C., he was a compter designer for the N.Y. Central Railroad.
Services: Private services are planned
Survivors: He is survived by his longtime companion, Betty Morgan;; daughters, Susan Rector of Summerville, N.C., and Jennifer Herrick of Raleigh, N.C.; three grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/23/08)
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REDDING, Dorothy McCleery
Dorothy McCleery Redding died Monday, April 7, 2008. She was born on May 14, 1927 to Dr. John Maxwell McCleery and Pearl Roe McCleery.
She is survived by her childhood sweetheart, David A. Redding, and their children and their families, Marion, John (Shari), David (Bobbie), Mark (Sarah), Sandy (Fred), Rob (Pam), Chris (Pam), and Jennie.
It only takes her laughter, like her singing, to bring her back to mind. (FURTHER COMMENTS AT www.davidredding.com). Celebrate Dee's Life and Life to Come on April 20, 2008 at 2 p.m., at Liberty Barn Church, 7080 Olentangy River Road, Delaware, OH 43015. Gifts may be given to: Community Health Access Project, Attn: Dan Wertenberger, Ocie Hill Neighborhood Center, 523 Park Ave. E., Mansfield, OH 44905, or Liberty Church to finish the Carriage House.
Arrangements by Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home. Condolences to www.rutherfordfuneralhome.com.
(St Augustine Record, 4/13/08)
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REID, Albertine
Albertine Reid, 86, of St. Augustine, died March 31, 2008, at Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bay View. Mrs. Reid was a native of New Rochelle, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1976. She was a homemaker and a member of San Sebastian Catholic Church.
Memorial Services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, April 11, 2008, at San Sebastian Catholic Church, The Rev. Thomas Walsh, officiating.
She is survived by her son, John L. Reid, St. Augustine; two grandchildren, Donna L. Perkins, Jacksonville, and Scott Sullivan; five great-grandchildren; and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, John L. Reid, and a daughter, Carol C. Sullivan.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Samantha Wilson Care Center, 161A Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/9/08)
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REID, Margot Cavell
Margot Cavell Reid, 69, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at her home following a six-year battle with cancer.
She was born in Jacksonville and grew up in St. Augustine. She had been a resident of Hastings for the past 34 years, coming from St. Augustine. She was a 1957 graduate of the Ketterlinus High School in St. Augustine and was also a graduate of the Jones Business College in Jacksonville. Mrs. Reid worked for the State of Florida for many years. She managed the Trinity Chapel Day Care Center in St. Augustine for six years and then worked at the Farmer's Supply Co. in Hastings for 14 years. She enjoyed crocheting and fishing and was of the Baptist faith.
Mrs. Reid is survived by her husband of 34 years, Dow D. Reid, Jr. of Hastings; two sons and daughters-in-law, Rick and Cheryl Bailey of Palm Coast, and Tony and Melissa Bailey of Lake City; a stepdaughter and son-in-law, Jill and David Carpenter of St. Augustine; two stepsons and daughters-in-law, Buddy and Tedra Reid, and Stephen and Joann Reid, all of Hastings; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Thelma and Donnie Ford of St. Augustine, and Shirley and Henry Thomas of Lake Butler; 18 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Calling hours will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, June 2, 2008 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at Masters Funeral Home of Palatka with Pastor Tim Hall officiating. Private committal services will follow in the Palatka Memorial Gardens.
Memorial gifts may be sent to Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center, 6400 St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32177.
Masters Funeral Home of Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/02/08)
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REHLING, John David
John David "Dave" Rehling, 63, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008. Born in Albany, N.Y., he was the son of the late Melvin M. Rehling and Alma L. Rehling. Dave moved to St. Augustine in 1972. He worked for St. Augustine Sightseeing Trains as a mechanic for many years and had been an active member of Calvary Baptist Church. After years of vacationing in the mountains of western North Carolina, he and his wife retired and relocated to Franklin, N.C. in 2003.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Connie Hill Rehling, of Franklin; step-daughter, Christy and husband, Tony Solana; two grandchildren, Kylie and Shane, all of St. Augustine; and a sister, Pat Horinka of Scotia, N.Y.
Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Holly Springs Baptist Church of Franklin, N.C.
Memorial donations may be made to the music program of Holly Springs Baptist Church, 366 Holly Springs Church Road, Franklin, NC 28734. The family request no flowers.
Online condolences are available by visiting www.maconfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 1/30/08)
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RICE, Fredrick Leon
Fredrick Leon Rice, 72, of Jacksonville, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at his home. Mr. Rice was a native of St. Augustine, born Feb. 22, 1936. He played tennis and won the Florida state boy's championship in his age group in 1948 and 1949. He attended Ketterlinus High School in St. Augustine and was a member of Ketterlinus High School state championship baseball team in 1954. He graduated with the Ketterlinus High Class of '54 and was a graduated from Duke University with a bachelor of arts degree in 1958 and a law degree from Duke University School of Law in 1961. He served his country as a captain in the U.S. Army JAG Corps and served also in the U.S. Army Reserves. He had been a practicing attorney in the Jacksonville and St. Augustine areas for more than 40 years.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Marian; his children, Laurie and Michael; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Rose Rice.
A memorial graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Blvd., in Jacksonville on Friday, May 9, 2008 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast
In charge: George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 05/08/08)
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RICHARDS, Freddie
Freddie Richards, 77, of St. Augustine, died April 29, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Richards was a native of Georgia and had resided in St. Augustine since 1960. She was a real estate agent and she was of the Lutheran faith.
Services: A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Friday at Craig Memorial Park. Burial: Craig Memorial Park Cemetery.
Survivors: Her husband, James V. Richards; daughters, Julie Tenney, Palatka, Fla., and Joy Weaver, Newnen, Ga.; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St. Augustine Record, 05/02/08)
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RICHARDSON, Alan Edgar
Alan Edgar Richardson, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Nov. 12, 2007. He was of the Catholic Faith, a member of Corpus Christi Parish.
Mr. Richardson was born on May 14, 1918, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Edgar J. and Alice Richardson. He served with the Cavalry of the U.S. Army during World War II. He later lived in Sheridan, Wyo., Ann Arbor, Mich., and Waukesha, Wis., while enjoying a 43-year career with the Veterans Administration as a financial manager. Richardson retired to St. Augustine in 1991.
Richardson was a member of the D.A.V. and the American Legion of Wisconsin. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed both hunting and fishing.
He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his wife of 16 years, Patricia (nee: Wedyck); son, Dr. James (Hattie) Richardson of Casper, Wyo.; sister, Virginia Colebank of Houston, Texas; three grandchildren, Kristin (Earl) MacEnulty and Marcus Richardson of Colorado Springs, Colo., Summer Richardson of Salt Lake City, Utah; three great-grandchildren, Ascher Kelly, Lorien and Emma MacEnulty, all of Colorado Springs, Colo.; sister-in-law Bernadette Deemer of Waukesha, Wis.; as well as many loving nieces and nephews and friends and the loving home caregivers of the past four months. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Doris H. Richardson.
Prayers were said at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, at the Craig Funeral Home Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Corpus Christi Catholic Church at 9 a.m. on Nov. 17 with the Rev. William Mooney presiding at both. Burial followed the mass into San Lorenzo Catholic Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make contributions to the Corpus Christi Catholic Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 3064, St. Augustine, FL 32085.
Craig Funeral Home, www.craigfuneralhome.com, is serving the Richardson Family.
(St Augustine Record, 11/25/07)
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RICHARDSON, Charles Jay
Charles Jay "Teddy" Richardson, 66, of St. Augustine, died Aug. 10, 2002, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center, Jacksonville. He was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine and was the second generation owner of Richardson's Radiator Repair on Anastasia Island where he worked for more than 40 years. He served in the Florida National Guard for eight years and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Services: Calvary Baptist Church, 2 p.m. Wednesday. Officiating: Pastor Greg Fisher. Calling hours: Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., one hour prior to time of service. Interment will follow at St. Augustine Memorial Park.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice of N.E. Florida, 1955 U.S. 1 South Suite D-3, St. Augustine, Fla. 32086. He was preceded in death by his father Noah Jay Richardson.
Survivors: His wife, Fran Richardson, his mother, Orlene Richardson; sons; Charlie Rich;rdson, Tom Richardson and Joel Richardson, all of St. Augustine, William Richardson, Bradenton, Michael Richardson, Jacksonville and one stepson: David Medick, also of St. Augustine; 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/02/07)
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RICHARDSON, Orlene Z.
Orlene Z. Richardson, 94, of St. Augustine died Jan. 1, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Richardson was a native of Edgewood, Md., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1921. Mrs. Richardson was a homemaker and a member of Memorial Lutheran Church.
Services: Private services will be held.
Survivors: Her sisters, Louise Stillwell, Texas, Gloria Gresham and Mitzi Upp, both of St. Augustine; four grandsons; seven great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Noah J. Richardson and a son, Charles "Teddy" Richardson, Sr.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/04/07)
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RICKETTS, Frederick Paul Sr.
Frederick Paul Ricketts Sr., 64, of St. Augustine, died May 1, 2008, at his home, Mr. Ricketts was a native of Baltimore, Md., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1989. He was a member of the American Legion and of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, having served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid. He owned his own carpet business before retiring to St. Augustine, where he continued to work in sales.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home. Calling hours: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: Craig Memorial Park Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife of over 40 years, Patricia "Pat" Ricketts; daughter, Karen L. Ricketts, both of St. Augustine; son, Frederick P. Ricketts Jr., Jacksonville, Fla.; sister, Nancy Lucas, Baltimore; brothers, Robert W. Ricketts Jr., Oceanview, Del., Lesley Ricketts, Baltimore; three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Grace Rush.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 5/05/08)
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RIDER, August H.
August H. Rider, 83, of St. Augustine, died April 30, 2008, in St. Augustine. Mr. Rider was a native of Riverside, N.Y., born Oct. 25, 1924. He had resided in Deerfield Beach, Fla., for 30 years before coming to St. Augustine, He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy, a member of the St. Augustine Elks Lodge BPOE No. 829, and the American Legion Post No. 37. He was of the Catholic faith.
Services: Private services will be held at a later date.
Survivors: His wife of 35 years, Marjorie; his children, Cheryl Graybill, New Holland, Pa., Lisa Dean, Lancaster, Pa., Jeffrey Wittman, Leesburg, Fla., James Wittman, St. Augustine, Patricia Sullivan, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Susan Graham, Cisco, W.Va., and Janice Ogle, Gatlinburg, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son, Thomas.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 5/03/08)
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RIEGEL, Gail Jean
Gail Jean Riegel, 55, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 5, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Riegel was a native of St. Croix Falls, Wis., and had resided in St. Augustine about 29 years. Mrs. Riegel was a bartender at Scarlet O'Hara's and the White Lion.
Services: A celebration of her life will be held Sunday at The Sandbar Pub, 7025 A1A South from 3-7 p.m.
Survivors: Her husband, Craig Johnson, St. Augustine; her mother, Joanna Riegel, St. Croix Falls; brother, Daniel Riegel, Woodenville, Wash.
She was predeceased by her father, Dr. Fred B. Riegel.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/8/08)
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RITTENHOUSE, Edna Pauline
Edna Pauline Rittenhouse, 82, of Red Oak, Texas, died April 19, 2008, at Baylor Medical Center Hospital, Waxahachie, Texas. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, sewing, cooking and being with her family. Mrs. Rittenhouse was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Dale Rittenhouse. She was of the Seventh Day Adventist faith.
Survivors: Two sons, Stanley (Linda) Rittenhouse of St. Augustine, and Frederick Lee (Vicki) Rittenhouse of Burleson of Livermore, Calif.; a daughter, Anita (Michael Manies) Rittenhouse of Red Oak; her twin sister, Eloise Pendleton of Livermore; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Service: Graveside service at 2 p.m. Friday at Highland Cemetery, Highland, Kan.
Memorials: Waxahachie Seventh Day Adventist English Church Building Fund.
Arrangements: Red Oak Funeral Home, Red Oak, Texas.
(St Augustine Record, 4/22/08)
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ROBERSON, Jarvis L. "Shorty"
Jarvis L. "Shorty" Roberson, 56, of St. Augustine, died April 17, 2008, at his home. Mr. Roberson was a native of San Antonio, Texas, and had resided in St. Augustine since 1993, moving here from Houston, Texas. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a mechanic and airman.
He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 37 in St. Augustine.
Services: Interment services will be held in Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fla.
Survivors: His son, Chance Roberson, and his daughter, Adrianne Clark, both of Shepherd, Texas; two grandchildren.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/27/08)
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ROBERTS, Carol Ann
Carol Ann Roberts, 52, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 21, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring - Hospice.
Carol was born and raised in Benton Harbor, Mich., along with her sisters, Joann Rhoda and Kim Smith. She graduated Benton Harbor High School in 1973 and married James Roberts on Dec. 13, 1980. Together they raised three children, Jacob, Sara and Rebecca. On Feb. 7, 2007, Carol celebrated the birth of her first grandchild, Amaris.
In Michigan, Carol enjoyed cross-country skiing, horseback riding and walking the beaches of Lake Michigan. Since moving to St. Augustine in 1997, Carol continued to enjoy walks on the beach, gardening and bicycling. She also took satisfaction in her work as a secretary in the Human Resource Department of St. Johns County Schools.
Most of all, she enjoyed being with her family and friends, enjoying life and appreciating the joys of life's simple pleasures.
She was a member of Memorial Lutheran Church and was a former member of Benton Harbor Good Shepard Evangelical Lutheran Church. Carol was most proud of her family, her home and her church. We honor her as our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Campbell.
She is survived by her husband, James W. "Jim" Roberts of St. Augustine; a son, Jacob Roberts of St. Augustine; daughters Sara Roberts and Rebecca Roberts, both of St. Augustine; her father and stepmother, Charles and Kathy Campbell of Benton Harbor, Mich.; sisters JoAnn Rhoda of Leesburg, Fla., and Kim Smith of Eustis, Fla.; father- and mother-in-law Bob and Norma Roberts of Bradenton, Fla; and one granddaughter, Amaris Roberts.
A memorial service will be held at 7 this evening, Feb. 27, 2008, at Memorial Lutheran Church. At a later time, Carol will be interred at the columbarium at Memorial Lutheran Church. Contributions in her memory may be made to Community Hospice of N.E. Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home, 209 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/27/08)
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ROBERTS, George Nathaniel
George Nathaniel Roberts, 89, of St. Augustine, died March 5, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Roberts was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. Mr. Roberts was retired from Desco Marine in St. Augustine and received a Purple Heart while serving his country during World War II in the U.S. Army.
Services: 2 p.m. Saturday at Craig Funeral Home. Officiating: The Rev. David Beecher, pastor. Burial: Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife, Dorothy Roberts; daughter, Julie Roberts; sons, Larry and Allan Roberts; sister, Jeanette Goodwin, all of St. Augustine; brother, Clement Roberts, Palm Coast; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 3/8/08)
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ROBINSON, Roy
Roy Robinson, 88, of St. Augustine, died May 24, 2008, at St. Augustine Health & Rehab Center. He was a native of Hampton S.C. He worked in construction labor and was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church.
Services: Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. at Tabernacle Baptist Church. Officiating: Rev. Richard Madison. Calling hours: Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughter, Dorothy Robinson, Brooklyn, N.Y.; one grandchild; and two great-grandchildren.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 05/29/08)
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RODENGEN, Marvin Albany
Marvin Albany Rodengen, 84, of St. Augustine, died Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
The Minneapolis, Minn., native had lived in St, Augustine for the past three years. Prior to that, he lived in Costa Rica for 28 years.
He was a retired sheet metal worker.
He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a staff sergeant and airplane mechanic gunner. During his service, he participated in 51 combat missions in the Italian Campaign, receiving a bronze battle star, an eastern theater metal, air metals and second and third oak leaf clusters, among other awards.
He was a Lutheran and a member of the American Legion and Lions Club in Costa Rica.
Services and burial: Graveside services are planned at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minn.
Visitation: 12 to 1 p.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home.
Survivors: Sons James Rodengen of St. Augustine and Jeffrey Rodengen of Fort Lauderdale; daughter Judy Peterson of Minneapolis, Minn.; sister Nancy of northern Minnesota; brother Roger Rodengen of Minneapolis, Minn.; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/3/08)
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RODRIGUEZ-PAGAN, Juanita
Juanita Rodriguez-Pagan, 83, died June 13, 2008, at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine. She was born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, on June 24, 1924, and moved to St. Augustine in 1993. During her youth she worked as an executive secretary, but once she got married to her husband, Santiago Rosado-Rosas, she became a homemaker. She was married to Santiago for 33 years until he died in 1992.
After God, Juanita's passion in life was her family, for which no sacrifice was spared. She was involved in many different organizations of the Catholic Church: The Legion of Mary, The Cursillos Movement, and The Daughters of Mary. She was instrumental in the building of San Salvador Church in Mayaguez, San Judas Tadeo Chapel in Hormigueros, Puerto Rico, and San Jose Nursing Home in Hormigueros, Puerto Rico.
Juanita is survived by her sons, Dr. Santiago Andres Rosado and Jose Luis Rosado; their wives Wilma Rosado and Mildred Rosado; her grandchildren, Santiago Alexy, Gabriel Andres and Ricardo Emanuel; and her sister, Iris Rodriguez-Pagan.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband Santiago Rosado-Rosas, her mother, Candida V. Pagan, father Guillermo Rodriguez, her sister Luz F. Rodriguez, and her brother, Jose Rodriguez.
There will be a visitation and prayers at Craig Funeral Home Tuesday, June 17, at 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The funeral service and burial will take place later in the week in Puerto Rico.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Building Fund of San Sebastian Catholic Church.
(St Augustine Record, 06/15/08)
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ROENBECK, Rosemary Jones
Rosemary Jones Roenbeck, 76, New Port Richey, Fla., passed away April 26, 2008. She was a resident of St. Augustine for five years before moving to North Carolina, then to New Port Richey. During her residency in St. Augustine, Rosemary was a licensed practical nurse at the original Flagler Hospital, where she loved to work helping people.
She is survived by her children, Lloyd Roenbeck, Orlando, Fla., Leslie Roenbeck, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Lea Price, (Jeff), St. Augustine, Fla., and Rosemary Witt, (Michael), Alpharetta, Ga.; and her five grandchildren, Michael, Jeremy, Kristina, Bryan, Caitlyn; and three great-grandchildren, Tanner, Evan, and Ellarie.
A Memorial service will be held 1-3 p.m. at her residence in New Port Richey on June 6, 2008. Donations can be made to the American Heart Association.
(St Augustine Record, 05/08/08)
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ROGERS, Telfair Stockton Sr.
Telfair Stockton Rogers Sr., 84, of St. Augustine, died April 22, 2008, at the Life Care Centre of Orange Park, Fla. Mr. Rogers was a native of Jacksonville, Fla., and had resided in St. Augustine for some time. He was a graduate of the Bolles School in Jacksonville and attended the University of Florida, Gainesville, Princeton University, Princeton, N.J., and Rollins College, Winter Park, Fla., where he was a member of the X Club and Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a decorated veteran of World War II and the Korean War.
Services: Private services will be held.
Survivors: His wife of 35 years, Anita Sanders Rogers; his children of a previous marriage, Pamela Telfair Rogers, David Dunn Rogers and Telfair Stockton Rogers Jr.; two grandsons.
He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Florence Telfair Stockton Rogers.
In charge: Quinn-Shalz, A Family Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Jacksonville Beach, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 4/26/08)
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ROIES, James
James Roies, 85, of St. Augustine, died March 24, 2008, at his home. Mr. Roies was a native of Tiverton, R.I., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1987, moving here from Tiverton. He served his country in the U.S. Army as a medic during World War II, worked for many years as a construction worker, a volunteer fireman with Tiverton Volunteer Fire Department and was a member of the V.F.W. and the Baptist Temple Church, all in Tiverton.
Services: Graveside services will be held at noon Monday at Pleasant View Cemetery in Tiverton. Calling hours: A visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday at Pocasset Memorial Funeral Home in Tiverton. Burial: Pleasant View Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife, Emma Roies, St. Augustine; daughters, Louise Correia, Tiverton, Dianne Paiva, St. Augustine, Virginia Guppton, Pray, Mont., Katherine McCammon, Wolcott, Vt.; a son, James Roies Jr., Colorado Springs, Colo.; brothers, Jesse Roies, John Roies, both of Tiverton, Joseph Roies, Westport, Mass.; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers can be made to Community Hospice of Northeast FL, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/26/08)
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ROLLINS, Stephen W. Jr.
Stephen W. Rollins, Jr., 40, of Hastings, died March 27, 2008 at the Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center in Palatka. He was born in Grand Rapids, Mich., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past five years, moving here from Jacksonville. He was a welder.
Services: Private.
Survivors: His wife, Bonnie Snurr, Hastings; father, Stephen W. Rollins, Sr., Manton, Mich.; daughter, Jacqueline Snurr, St. Augustine; brother, Jody Rollins, Allendale, Mich.; and a sister, Becky Rollins, also of Michigan.
Arrangements: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/30/08)
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ROMAINE, Bernard Jon "B.J."
Bernard Jon "B.J." Romaine, 56, died Friday, March 7, 2008, after a short and unanticipated illness.
B.J. came to St. Augustine Beach with his parents, Bernie and Jeanne Romaine, in 1963. He graduated from St. Augustine High School and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y. earning a bachelor of science degree and mate's license and becoming a U.S. Navy Reserve Commissioner. He worked for many years in the wholesale food business in Northeast Florida.
B.J. was a Floridian by adoption and temperament. St. Augustine and the beaches provided him with a strong sense of place. The surf gave him strength, serenity and renewal.
B.J.'s special gift was generosity to all and generosity manifested by a quiet loyalty, patience, unselfishness and love especially to his daughter Lucy, son-in-law Brian, mother Jeanne, brother Peter and nephews Josh and Andy and their families.
A memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, at the St. Anastasia Catholic Church chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made in his name to the Surf Rider Foundation. Information can be found at www.SurfRider.org.
(St Augustine Record, 03/10/08)
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ROSE, William Edward
William Edward Rose, 62, died June 7, 2008.
Formerly of St. Augustine, he is survived by three bothers James, Max Jr. and Gene Rose.
Preceded in death by parents, Max Sr. and Thelma Sue Rose.
Services at a later date.
(St Augustine Record, 06/12/08)
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ROSENBLATT, Jonathan Judah
Jonathan Judah Rosenblatt, 88, of St. Augustine, Florida passed away peacefully at his residence on April 27, 2008.
Jonathan was born in New York City on Dec. 31, 1919, to Bernard and Gertrude Rosenblatt. As a young boy, he lived in Haifa, Israel, with his family. He served in the U.S. Air Corps during World War II and later attended Cornell University. He moved to Stuart, Fla., in 1967.
Mr. Rosenblatt had a long career with the United States government as an in-flight inspector, retiring from Northrop Grumman. Jonathan was an avid reader and a lover of classical music. He will be lovingly remembered for his keen sense of humor and kindness toward people and animals.
He is survived by his wife, Debbie Pearl-Rosenblatt; son, Daniel Rosenblatt of Winston-Salem, N.C.; step daughter, Shelley Pearl of Chicago, Ill.; sister-in-law, Carol Rosenblatt; nephews, Lionel, Josiah, and Nathaniel; nieces, Sarah Jackson and Catherine Wallace; cousin Frank Goodman. He is preceded in death by his parents, his former wife, Dorothy Eaton Rosenblatt who passed away in 1994, and his beloved brother, David.
A memorial service will be held at the World Golf Village at a later date followed by Inurnment in Stuart, Fla.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is serving the Rosenblatt Family.
(St Augustine Record, 4/29/08)
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ROSS, Billy Eugene
Billy Eugene Ross, Ed.D., 83, of St Augustine, Fla., born in Ripley, W. Va., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1989.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and received a bronze star and two purple hearts.
He was president emeritus of the EMMA Concert Association, former member of the Health and Human Services Advisory Council, former member of the Post Office Advisory Committee.
He was a member of Christ Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, past president of the church council, elder and adult bible study teacher. He was a graduate of West Virginia Tech, received his master's degree from Marshall University and his doctorate in education from the University of Tennessee. He co-authored a book entitled Strategies for School Improvements.
Also during his tenure at the University of Delaware, Dr. Ross and two fellow professors developed an innovative doctorate program in educational leadership. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Lutheran Church. Flowers are gratefully declined those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the EMMA Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 860130, St Augustine, FL 32086.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne Ross, of St. Augustine; daughter, Debra Ross of Bear, Del.; stepsons Ryan (Andrea) Edwards of St. Augustine and Jason (Sarah) Edwards of Jacksonville; brothers, Harold Ross of Gallipolis Ferry, W.Va., George Ross of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Howard Ross of Hurricane, W.Va., and Roy Ross of Port Orange; and two grandchildren, Leif and Elijah Edwards.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 2/6/08)
Memorial services for Billy Eugene Ross, Ed.D., 83, of St Augustine, Fla., who died Jan. 28, 2008, will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Lutheran Church.
(St Augustine Record, 2/7/08)
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ROTH, Mildred C.
Mildred C. Roth, 98, passed away May 7, 2008. She relocated from Lake Ronkonkoma, N.Y., to St. Augustine.
She will be greatly missed by four nieces and nephews; nine grand-nieces and nephews; 17 great-grandnieces and nephews. Memorial services will be Saturday, June 14, 2008, 11 a.m. at Memorial Lutheran Church, 3375 U.S. Highway 1 S., St. Augustine, FL 32086.
Arrangements made by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Mandarin Chapel, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223.
(St Augustine Record, 06/12/08)
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ROVINSKY, Casimir
Casimir (Caz) Rovinsky, 65, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 25, 2008 at Community Hospice, Jacksonville.
Caz was born, lived and worked in northern New Jersey until he was 49 years. He taught high school mathematics and driver's education and coached boys' basketball at Hackensack H.S., before retiring in 1991 with his wife Carol to St. Augustine. He enjoyed having a beer while talking with friends, growing vegetables and doing woodwork. He is survived by his wife, Carol; his brother, Richard Rovinsky, N. Charleston, S.C.; his sister, Mary Jane (Rovinsky) Rowland, Old Bridge, N.J.; his niece, Pamela Rowland; his nephew, Richard Rovinsky, Jr., both from New Jersey; and his father, Dominick Rovinsky, Hudson, Fla. He was predeceased by his mother, Stella Rovinsky.
A private service will be held after cremation. Please CELEBRATE his life with each other. In Charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
Donations: Community Hospice Foundation (www.communityhospice.com), the foundation for Caz's rare blood disease - see http://www.iwmf.com/ or your favorite charity.
"When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you." Lao-Tzu.
(St Augustine Record, 2/29/08)
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ROWLAND, Virginia Eleanor
Virginia E. Rowland, a long time resident of St. Augustine, passed away Feb. 10, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Rowland was an executive secretary. She was a member of St. Johns County Council on Aging, Elder Source, St. Johns Cultural Council, Eucharist Minister and lector at St. Anastasia Catholic Church where she was a member.
Rowland's family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. A funeral mass will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday with a reception to follow at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. Private inurnment will take place at a later date at Craig Memorial Park mausoleum.
Rowland is survived by her son, John Dugish, St. Augustine; two brothers; two sisters; one grandson; and many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John W. Rowland.
Funeral arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park, 1475 Old Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 824-1672. Please visit Rowland's memorial page at www.craigfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 2/17/08)
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ROWLETT, Howard W.
Howard W. Rowlett, 81, passed away at his residence on March 3, 2008.
Mr. Rowlett was born on Oct. 12, 1926, to Wilie and Pearl Rowlett in Monroe, Mich. He served in the United States Air Force in Japan during World War II. He has lived in St. Augustine since 1956.
Mr. Rowlett retired as a district manager for Florida Power & Light after 36 years of service. He was a member of Memorial Lutheran Church. He was active in various civic organizations and spent 15 years on the St. Johns County Planning and Zoning Agency, having served a term as chairman.
He is survived by his companion, Brenda Stephens of St. Augustine; son, James W. Rowlett of Fayetteville, N.C.; daughter, Karen S. Casserly of Sebastian, Fla.; sister, Ellen Price of Monroe, Mich.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
No funeral services are planned at this time. Flowers are declined. A memorial donation may be made in his name to Memorial Lutheran Church, 3375 U.S. 1 South, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Craig Funeral Home is serving the Rowlett family.
www.craigfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 3/5/08)
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RUFOLO, Michael
Michael Rufolo, 99, of St. Augustine, died April 4, 2008, at Moultrie Creek Nursing & Rehab. Center. He was born in San Gregorio, Italy and was a longtime resident of Queens, N.Y., before retiring to St. Augustine in 1978. He served his country in the U.S. Army in the European theater during WWII. Rufolo worked for the New York Daily News for 50 years, retiring as the paper's head research librarian.
Services: Kotrady - Hudgins - Croyle Funeral Home, 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Officiating: Rev. William C. Mooney. Calling hours: 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, April 7, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice.
Survivors: He is survived by daughters, Mary Ann Eggers of East Meadow, N.Y., Caroline Rose of Palo Alto, Calif., Michele McColgan and her husband Ed of Maplewood, N.J.; sister, Marge Busso of Corona, N.Y.; brother, George Rufolo of Corona, N.Y.; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Angela Rufolo.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/6/08)
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RULE, David Edward
David Edward Rule, 64, of St. Augustine, died June 7, 2008, at his home.
The family is having a celebration of life today.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Doreen; mother, Joyce; sons, Darren and Lee; daughter, Tracy LaChance; sister, Janet Culpin; brother, Ivan; and five grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/11/08)
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RUSS, Derric L.
Derrick L. Russ, 38, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 22, 2008, at the University of Shands Hospital in Gainesville. Mr. Russ was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. Mr. Russ was a former employee of Churchill's Attic and the St. Johns County School Board. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
Services: 2 p.m. Saturday at Bread of Life Ministries, West King Street, St. Augustine. Officiating: The Rev. Charlie Mae Jones, pastor of Holy Spirit Ministries, Jacksonville, Fla. Calling hours: 5-6:30 p.m. at Bread of Life Ministries. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: His son, Spenser Russ; mother, Mabel Russ; brothers, Eric Russ, John Russ, both of St. Augustine, Freddie Russ, Palm Coast and Gregory Procter, Trenton, N.J.; sisters, Gwendolen Russ Locke, Linda Russ, and Ester Ray, all of St. Augustine; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, John Russ.
In charge: Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 2/29/08)
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RUSS, Iwilla
Iwilla Russ, 79, of Daytona Beach, Fla., died May 25, 2008, at Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Fla. She was a native of Arlington, Ga., and member of St. John Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. She was the wife of the late Rev. Johnnie Leroy Russ of St. Augustine.
Services: Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at St. John Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Calling hours: Thursday, 6-9 p.m. at St. John Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Daytona Beach, Fla.
Survivors: Her sons, Samuel Lee Russ, Manhattan, N.Y., J.B. Smith, Albany, Ga., Henry Smith, Atlanta, Ga., Johnny Russ, Manhattan, N.Y.; her daughters, Elaine Bradley, Davenport, Fla., Yvonne Russ-Bell, Loretha Glenn, Jacqueline Russ, all of Daytona Beach, Fla.; her brother, Wayne Brown, N.Y.; her sister, Pauline Dale, Arlington, Ga.; 12 grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.
In charge: R.J. Gainous Funeral Home, Inc., Daytona Beach, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 05/28/08)
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RYALS, Abbie Dean
Abbie Dean Ryals, 52, of Soda, N.Y., died Feb. 3, 2008, at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Ga. Mr. Ryals was a native of Eustis, Fla., and had resided in Atlanta for the past 12 years. Mr. Ryals was a maintenance worker for Fulton County, Georgia and was a graduate of Eustis High School.
Services: 12 noon Saturday at Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in Green Cove Springs. Officiating: The Rev. R.L. Wright, pastor and The Rev. N. Jerome McClain. Calling hours: 10 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Pleasant MBC. Burial: Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife of 15 years, Dorothy Robinson Ryals, Atlanta; son and daughters, Eric and Ericka Ryals, Atlanta; mother, Carrie Lou Ryals, Orlando; sister, Linda Ryals, Orlando; brothers, Samuel George Ryals and James Edward Ryals, both of Orlando, Jimmy Ryals, Jacksonville, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 2/7/08)
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RYAN, John F.
John F. Ryan, 90, of St. Augustine, died, March 30, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Ryan was a native of Pawling, N.Y., born Feb. 17, 1918, to Mary Conway Ryan and Thomas Joseph Ryan. He was employed for many years as an engineer in the Industrial Pump manufacturing business until he retired to St. Augustine several years ago. After his retirement he was devoted to his participation in the St. Augustine Navy League Council No. 469, Elks Lodge BPOE No. 829, and the St. Augustine Shores Golf Association.
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9 a.m. Friday at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. Calling hours: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home Chapel, 209 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd. Burial: Interment will follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the St. Augustine Navy League Council No. 469 Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 5194, St. Augustine, FL 32085.
Survivors: His brother, Thomas J. Ryan, Pinehurst, N.C and well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his devoted and loving wife, Helen Pollack Ryan in 1995.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 04/01/2008)
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