Albert C. Bahr, 89, of Johnson City, Tenn., died Jan. 31, 2008, at Johnson City Medical Center. Mr. Bahr was a native of Secaucus, N.J. Mr. Bahr grew up in Union City and Oakland and was a graduate of Union Hill High School and Stevens Institute Industries Training School in Hoboken, N.J. He transferred to Black Mountain, N.C., where he started up the Kearfott plant there. He retired in 1955 from Kearfott, a division of Singer Sewing Corp., and was a charter member of the Society of Manufacture Engineers. He used his experience to instruct at adult evening schools such as Asheville-Buncombe Technical Institute, the Division of Technical and Adult Education, Bethesda, Md., Montgomery College Apprentice Trade School.
Services: None planned.
Survivors: Several nieces and nephews, some in the St. Augustine area. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert C. and Philippina Bahr, his loving wife of 27 years, Hazel Jones Bahr, his son, Allen Bahr, sisters, Helen Hreniuk Crawford and Eleanor Seplak.
In charge: Snyder's Memorial Gardens, Inc., Gray, Tenn.
(St Augustine Record, 2/2/08)
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BAKER, Anthony Richard
Anthony Richard "Rock" Baker, 59, of Miami, died Jan. 14, 2008, at his home.
Mr. Baker was a native of Hastings and had resided in South Florida for some time. Mr. Baker was a graduate of Hastings High School and Florida Memorial College in Miami, earning a bachelor of science degree in history. Mr. Baker was a teacher having taught in various high schools in the Broward County area. He had also worked in his father's business as a labor contractor and was a member of Pompey's Temple in Hastings. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
Services: Noon Saturday at The Lord's Temple Church, 140 Gilmore St., Hastings, The Rev. Thomas Cave, pastor. Officiating: The Rev. John Williams. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. Friday at Pompey's Temple and from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Coleman's Mortuary. Burial: Rest Haven Cemetery, San Mateo, Fla.
Survivors: His sons, Frederick White, Anthony Richard Baker Jr., and Christopher Lamar Baker; daughters, Toyo Florence, Shelletta La'Que Baker and Virginia Baker-Williams; 10 grandchildren; sisters, Janice Whitty, Barbara Jackson, Sandra Baker, Valerie Baker and Dorthene Baker; ex-wife, Sharon Ruth Hunter Baker, Jacksonville, Fla.; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
In charge: Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 01/18/08)
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BAKER, Leroy Sr.
Leroy Baker Sr., 83, of Lake Charles, La., passed away May 31, 2008, at home. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2008, in Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 5800 SR 13, North St. Augustine, the Rev. Johnny Bryant, pastor.
He leaves to cherish loving memories, wife, Latrice Baker; sons, Michael Baker (Connie) and Leroy Baker (Roberta); daughters, Earnestine Sims (Henry), Joyce Trumpler, LaVonda Goodman (Willie) and Sandra McKeller (Larry); a host of other relatives and friends among them, Juanita Baker.
Mr. Baker will rest in the church for visitation of friends Saturday from 11 a.m. until the hour of service. Interment: Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Phillips Mortuary, 4815 Avenue B., Garcia M. Phillips, L.F.D. (904) 768-0666.
(St Augustine Record, 06/06/08)
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BARILE, Richard John Jr.
Richard John Barile Jr., 50, of St. Augustine died July 4, 2008, at Palatka Memorial Hospital from injuries sustained in a boating accident.
He was born in Hartford, Conn., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1992. He was the general manager of St. Augustine Marine. He was a member of San Sebastian Catholic Church.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday at San Sebastian Catholic Church, the Rev. Patrick Carroll officiating. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5-8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel.
He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Patrick Morgan.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Penny Barile; daughter, Stephanie Barile; sons, Austin (Kathryn Masters) Barile and Richard Barile III, all of St Augustine; parents, Richard and Raffaela Barile, Ft. Lauderdale; sisters, Darlene Wylie and Idalee Sanford, Brooksville, Fla.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/08/08)
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BARLEY, Bernice Rogero
Bernice Rogero Barley, of Enterprise, Ala., passed away Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008, in Gainesville, Fla.
Mrs. Barley was born Dec. 29, 1944, in St. Augustine, Fla., to the late Hugh and Claudia Rogero. She attended St. John Catholic Church in Enterprise, Ala.
Services: A memorial service was held at 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 2008, at Love's Way Church on Highway 134 West. Burial will be at St. Ambrose Cemetery at Elkton, Fla., at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008.
Survivors: A daughter and son-in-law, Christine and Brad Carpenter of Enterprise; two sisters, Ida Childre of St. Augustine and Jeanette Barker of Register, Ga.; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Felix Rogero, and a daughter, Ruth Ann.
In charge: Sorrells Funeral Home of Enterprise, Ala., (334-347-9598) is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/27/08)
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BARNES, Clyde A.
Clyde A. Barnes, 80, died July 13, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Survivors include his companion, Doris Dunn; children, Raquel, Edward, Frank and Ira; stepchildren: Rose and Denisa; and two grandchildren.
A family and friends gathering is 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 07/15/08)
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BARNES, James Patrick
James Patrick Barnes, 92, of St. Johns, Fla., passed away Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008, after a short illness at the Earl B. Hadlow Community Hospice Center. James was a native of Fall River, Mass. He served in the U.S. Army for more than 30 years, and was a veteran of both World War II and Vietnam. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary D. Barnes.
He is survived by his daughter, Beverly Burke of St. Johns; his granddaughters, Kristin Burke of Reston, Va., and Melissa Kramer of St. Augustine; and great-grandson, Tyler Kramer, of St. Augustine.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, Orange Park, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 01/11/08)
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BARNES, Terrell Allen "Ted"
Ted entered into this life on Jan. 8, 1954 and departed into eternal life May 9, 2008. He fought a brave battle for almost three years with the cancer that took him home to be with his Lord and Saviour. The battle is over and the victory has been won. What a glorious homecoming he had with his dad, Clifford Barnes, Jr., his beloved Granny Barnes, Aunt Ruthie, his cousins, Randy and Perry Barnes, and sister-in-law, Linda Barnes, waiting to welcome him home.
Ted was a local boy, born and raised in St. Augustine. He attended local schools, later moving to West Palm Beach where he got his degree in architectural engineering.
Ted was a quiet, loving person, his family and his home always came first in everything he did. He especially loved his fishpond in his backyard. He spent hours sitting outside feeding his fish and enjoying life.
Memorial Services will be held May 31, 2008, 1 p.m., at the McDowell Baptist Church with the Rev. Clarence Blalock, officiating. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Enid Barnes, West Palm Beach; mother and step-father, Catherine and Earl McSwain, St. Augustine; two daughters, Carrie Barro, St. Augustine, and Alexa Martinez, West Palm Beach; one son, Jason (Bonnie) Barnes, St. Augustine; two brothers, William (Marianne) Johnson, Montoursville, Pa., and Glenn Barnes, Aurora, Colo.; two step-sisters, Joanne (Ben) Lane, St. Augustine, and Earline (Scott) Steffens, Melrose, Fla.; five grandchildren, Krystal, Catarina, Gavin, Gage and Aiden; and several nieces and nephews and numerous cousins.
Family requests in lieu of flowers a contribution be made to McDowell Baptist Church, 16 Bayview Drive, St Augustine, FL 32084, or Gerstanberg Hospice, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, Fla.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, Memorial Park
(St Augustine Record, 05/28/08)
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BARNETTE, Tamara Kay
Tamara Kay Barnette, 50, of Jacksonville, died May 24, 2008, at the Morris Center for Caring Hospice in Jacksonville. Ms. Barnette was a native of Live Oak and moved to Jacksonville from St. Augustine in 1973. She was of the Baptist faith and a mother, sister, niece and cousin.
Services: A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Officiating: the Revs. Lynn Massey and Bolt. Calling hours: From 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverside Memorial Park following the funeral service.
Survivors: Daughter, Brittany Kay Clayton; son, Zachary Scott Barnette; sister, Patricia Ann Colson (Harold); and extended family, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
In charge: Hardage-Giddens Town and Country Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 05/25/08)
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BARNHART, Ned T.
Ned T. Barnhart, 68, of St. Augustine Beach, died April 4, 2008, at his residence. He was in the MCB-6 Association "SeaBees" and the U.S. Navy. He worked as an electrician.
Services: A graveside funeral service will be held at Craig Memorial Park on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4114 Sunbeam Road, Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32257 (www.communityhospice.com) in his name would be appreciated.
Survivors: He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Carol Barnhart; sons, Randy Barnhart of Delaware, Ohio, Chris Barnhart of Valdosta, Ga., Shane Barnhart of St. Augustine; daughter Cindy Protheroe of Delaware, Ohio; sister, Jill Sullivan of Delaware, Ohio; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Roseanna Barnhart, and his brother, Pat Barnhart.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/6/08)
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BARTOK, Sister Irene
Sister Irene Bartok, 88, of St. Joseph Convent, St. Augustine, was born, July 4, 1919, in Zarnov, Czechoslovakia, and lived there as a young child. She was educated in the public and parochial schools in the New York City area and received her bachelor of music degree from the Pius X School of Music at Manhattanville College of the Sacred Heart. She then attended Teacher's College at Columbia University, New York City and attained her master's degree there.
She was a teacher by profession but music was in her blood. Through the years she taught classroom subjects but was very much involved with the teaching of music. She had choirs and choral groups at several schools and parishes in the New York area before she entered the convent in 1959. She continued in this same area of ministry throughout the State of Florida. Her teaching assignments spanned from the elementary grades through high school and into the college level. She also taught piano lessons and did summer enrichment programs involving music.
Aside from her teaching ministry, Sister Irene provided assistance in the business office at Mercy Hospital in Miami. Her last ministry assignment was as supervisor of the nursery at St. Gerard House here in St. Augustine, ending in 1993. From then until 2000, she actively ministered to the other sisters in the convent. For the last seven years she has had a ministry of prayer at Our Lady of Lourdes Convent adjacent to the Motherhouse.
Sister Irene died Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008. In lieu of flowers, donations are gratefully accepted to the Sisters of St. Joseph Development Fund. This fund helps to support and maintain the ministries of the congregation and our retired sisters throughout the state.
There will be a Vigil service on Monday, Jan. 21, 2008, at 6 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, at 10 a.m. Both of these services will be held in the Motherhouse chapel. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Sister Irene is survived by one brother, Msgr. Charles Bartok, and one sister, Mrs. Olga Zuber.
She was predeceased by her brother, Col. Dennis Barton.
Surviving are nephews; Col. Gene Barton, Mr. Clyde Barton, Mr. Erik Zuber, Mr. Mark Zuber and niece, Ms. Shari Zuber.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/19/08)
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BASCON, Valentina Saavedra
Valentina Saavedra Bascon, 94, of St. Augustine, died March 15, 2008, at San Marco Terrace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Bascon was a native of Cebu City, Philippines, and a graduate of Cebu Normal College. She was a teacher for 35 years at Cebu City Public Schools. She retired in 1976 and moved to Jacksonville, then to St. Augustine about two years ago. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Jacksonville for many years and Our Lady of Good Council Catholic Church in St. Augustine.
Services: A mass of Christian burial will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11665 Ft. Caroline Road, Jacksonville. Calling hours: The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at the church prior to the funeral mass. Burial: Chapel Hills Memorial Gardens Cemetery on St. Johns Bluff Road.
Survivors: Her son, Jose Bascon, Jacksonville; daughters, Bene Bascon, Philippines, Remy DeVoe, St. Augustine; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Hilarion and Ramona Saavedra, and her husband, Eusebio Bascon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Good Counsel Building Fund, 6070 Church Road, Elkton, FL 32033.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/18/08)
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BASKIN, Mitchell
Mitchell Baskin, 85, of Green Cove Springs, died Jan. 24, 2008, at his home. Mr. Baskin was a native of Lake Wales, Fla., and had resided in Green Cove Springs for more than 60 years.
Mr. Baskin was a retired construction laborer and a veteran, having served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.
Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Officiating: The Rev. R.L. Wright, pastor. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the hour of service. Burial: Mt. Olive Cemetery, Green Cove Springs.
Survivors: His daughter, Jewel Baskin, Green Cove Springs; sons, Mitchell Jr., Dan Leandro, Calif., and Myron Baskin, Green Cove Springs; and other relatives.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 2/1/08)
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BATEMAN, Mary Jane
Mary Jane Bateman, 75, of Hastings, Fla., died Jan, 27, 2008, at Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in St. Augustine. Mrs. Bateman was a native and lifelong resident of Hastings and had worked with the John Deere dealership for 12 years, as well as at Rumbold's RVE, both in Hastings, and Deford's service station in Bunnell, Fla. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Hastings.
Services: Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday at Pellicer Creek Cemetery in St. Johns County. Officiating: The Rev. Rudy Howard. Calling hours: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home of Palatka.
Survivors: Her children, Jody Bateman and Beth Ryan, both of Satsuma, Fla., LuAnne Burton, Columbia, S.C., and Paul Bateman, St. Augustine; seven grandchildren.
Flowers are gratefully accepted or memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida Foundation, 4114 Sunbeam Road, Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home, Palatka, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 1/30/08)
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BATES, Nancy Price
Nancy Price Bates, 68, of St. Augustine, died April 19, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Bates was a native of Pittsburgh, Pa., and moved to St. Augustine from Spring Hill, Fla., in 2000. She was a graduate of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing and had worked as a registered nurse for many years, most recently for Flagler Hospital. She was a member of Anastasia Baptist Church.
Services: A private memorial service will be held.
Survivors: Her husband, Sam Bates, St. Augustine; daughter, Susan Houts, St. Augustine; son, Thomas Bates, Macon, Ga.; sisters, Agnes Reed, Pittsburgh, Lois Edgar, Arlington, Va.; three grandchildren. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to Anastasia Baptist Church Building Fund, 1650 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/27/08)
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BAYA, Dorothy
Dorothy Baya, 91, of St. Augustine, died June 13, 2008, at her residence. She was born in Chicago and had lived in St. Augustine since 1935.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvarez Baya.
Survivors: A son, Allan Baya, of St. Augustine, and four grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/15/06)
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BEACHEM, Alice
Alice Beachem, 92, a fifth-generation native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine, passed away peacefully on July 1 surrounded by family in the home built by her husband, Joseph Beachem.
Alice was born Sept. 19, 1915, to William and Agnes Cothron. She was a graduate of Ketterlinus High School. She was a member of Memorial Presbyterian Church. She worked at Florida East Coast Railroad until retirement. She volunteered for several organizations, including Flagler Hospital Auxiliary, and was a member of St. Augustine Ballroom Dance Association and the Riverview Club.
She was predeceased by her parents, William Cothron and Agnes Cothron, and husbands, Seth Barnes, Slade Pinkham and Joseph Beachem.
She is survived by brothers, Bill Cothron (Grace) and James Cothron (Fran); her children, Bryant P. Barnes (Linda), Peggy Pinkham Reed (Bill), Mary Pinkham Kross; stepson, Paul Beachem; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Alice cared deeply for her family. She loved life, especially dance, poetry, the ocean and eating at O'Steen's. She had many wonderful friends, most of whom have gone before her. She was a blessing to everyone who crossed her path. She often said, "Blessed is he that finds joy in the journey." She will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Northeast Florida.
Visitation will be Monday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with services Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will be at Pellicer Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 07/06/08)
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BEAL, Maj. Bruce Talcott (Ret.)
A life-long resident of Southeastern Connecticut, Maj. (ret.) Bruce Talcott Beal died on Sunday, March 30. He was 76 years old. Maj. Beal was born in Boston in 1931 and was raised at the family home in Talcottville, Conn. He summered at the family home at Eastern Point for much of his youth and graduated from Rockville High School in 1949. In 1954, he graduated from Harvard College, where he rowed on the crew team and played the bass drum in the college band.
Immediately upon graduating from Harvard, Maj. Beal embarked on an impressive career as a U.S. Army officer that spanned five decades. His expertise was in missile systems, and, as a young lieutenant, he was selected to work in the early stages of the U.S. Missile Program under Werner Von Braun at Redstone Arsenal. He later taught at the OCS in Germany while serving with the NATO forces in the mid-1960s. He served in Korea and Vietnam, where he was the historian for the Americal Division at Chu Lai with Maj. Colin Powell. Maj. Beal continued to play an active role as a master sergeant in the Army Reserves until his retirement from the U.S. Army in 1991.
His professional life was highlighted by his tenure at Airwick Chemical and General Dynamics Electric Boat Division. In civilian life, he had been very active with the Retired Officers Association, Navy League, National Guard and the Masons. He was a life-long member and past president of the Shenecossett Beach Club in Groton. His passion for history and genealogy lead him to his acquired memberships in Sons of Cincinnatus, Founders and Patriots of America, Sons of the American Revolution and the Society of Mayflower descendants.
In recent years, he and his wife, Jackie, resided in Norwich and Elkton, Fla. They greatly enjoyed traveling and had cruised Alaska, Asia, Europe and South America together. In addition to his wife, Jackie (Mower) Beal, he is survived by his daughters, Libby Beal Flanagan and her husband, Tom, of Waterford, Katie Beal Bradford of Mystic, and Hannah Beal Will and his two granddaughters, Maggie McDonnell Will and Emma Talcott Will, of Quincy, Mass. He is also survived by his brother, Stuart Beal, of Sarasota, Fla.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2008, at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday evening from 5 to 7 at the funeral home. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2008, in St. Augustine at Trininty Episcopal Church, 215 St. George St. Burial with full military honors will be held Thursday, May 29, 2008, at 1 p.m. at the Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to be made to a charity of your choice.
(St Augustine Record, 4/1/08)
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BEARD, John David
John David (Captain "Crazy" Dave) Beard, 57, of Treasure Beach, St. Augustine, passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 14, 2008, at his home. Dave was born Nov. 14, 1950, in Birmingham, Ala., and had resided in Treasure Beach for the past 20 years.
Dave will be sadly missed by his many and friends, daughter, Anna Beard, Jasper, Ala.; son, Eric Beard, Arley, Ala.; two grandchildren, John David Beard and Abigail Grace Beard; special brothers, Mean Gene, J.B. and Richard Graves and the entire community of Treasure Beach. Dave was predeceased by his wife, Brenda Lusk (Sunshine) Beard. Special thanks to all the neighbors and friends who took care of my father.
There will be a memorial at Lighthouse Park with a burial at sea afterward, to be announced within a few weeks.
(St Augustine Record, 3/3/08)
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BEAVER, Walter R.
Walter R. "Rocky" Beaver, 79, of Hollister, Fla., died March 6, 2008, at his home. Mr. Beaver was a native of Apison, Tenn., a former resident of St. Augustine and had resided in Hollister for the past seven years, coming from Ringold, Ga. Mr. Beaver was a retired general contractor.
Services: The family will receive friends 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Pellicer Creek Cemetery near Hastings with services at 3:30 p.m. at the cemetery. Officiating: The Rev. Ted Rodda, Jr. Burial: Pellicer Creek Cemetery.
Survivors: His sons, William, Barnes, Hollister, Brian Beaver, Jacksonville, Fla., and Scott Beaver, St. Augustine; daughter, Debra Martin, Jacksonville; brothers, W.A. Beaver and Paul Beaver, both of St. Augustine; sisters, Vivian Abney, Polly Wells and Jean Genovar, all of Ringold; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
In charge: Masters Funeral Home of Palatka.
(St Augustine Record, 3/7/08)
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BECKERS, Adella "Betty"
Adella (Betty) Beckers, 86, St. Augustine, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2008, after a long illness, with her loving husband, Joe, at her side.
She was born and raised in Hudson, N.Y., graduated from Hudson Schools, as well as Albany Business College, where she met the man who was to be her husband for 63 years. She and Joe were married Oct. 7, 1945, three weeks after Joe returned from overseas serving in the Army during World War II.
Mrs. Beckers was the daughter of the late Amelia and Henry Sherman and sister of the late Harry Sherman.
She is survived by three children; a daughter, Diane (James) Aldrich, of Chatham, N.Y.; son, David, and wife, Joan, of Manchester, Conn., and son, Paul, and wife, Lori of Utica, N.Y.; six grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.
Mrs. Beckers lived most of her life in Hudson before retirement and relocating to St. Augustine in 1983.
She worked as a telephone operator for New York Telephone for many years and then JJ Newberrys Department store part time while raising her family. When she relocated to St. Augustine, she loved her work at the Museum Store on St. George Street. She loved the ocean, sewing, birds, flowers and family.
She was a member of Millcreek Baptist Church. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers a donation to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida would be appreciated.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 07/01/08)
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BELL, Effie Leak Staton
On May 14, just two weeks short of her 99th birthday, Effie Leak Staton Bell was called home to be with her Lord and Savior.
Born May 29, 1909, in Ansonville, N.C., she was the middle of five children born to Marianna Waddell and Robert Lee Staton. She graduated from Quincy High School and moved to Jacksonville to study at Massey Business College. But when Augustus Daniel Bell, the love of her life, asked her to marry him, she quit school and that put an end to her business career. They had three daughters, Augusta Wright, Delores Hiers and Sarah Wood Hunt.
A Christian role model for her children and all who knew her, her testimony was her ever-present smile and loving concern for others. When she was widowed at age 52, with a 15-year-old to finish raising, she got a job in retail, selling women's fashions for the Vogue Shops. Every customer who came through the door was a visitor to socialize with and many became life-long friends. Her winning personality was the key to her success. She was often named top salesperson in the chain during her 30-plus-year career. Beginning at the then-new Gateway Mall, then at Phillips Highway Mall, she worked until retirement at age 80. She then had the opportunity to return to her first love -- caring for her family and gardening.
She was predeceased by her parents; brother Robert Nelm Staton; sisters Marie Staton, Virginia Bowen and Bess Akins; and never knew of the death of her precious daughter Delores, just weeks prior to her own. She is survived and terribly missed by her daughters, Augusta Wright, of Middleburg, and Sarah Wood Hunt (Jon), of St. Augustine and son-in-law H. Marcy Hiers, of Kannapolis, N.C. She was devoted to her grandchildren, Clabourne Wright III (Debbie), of Green Cove Springs, Augustus Daniel Wright (Cathy), of Middleburg, Ruth Ann Sumner (Rod), of Jacksonville, Robert Hiers (Cheryl), of Aynor, S,C., Marcie Lee Pack, of Kannapolis, Kathy Young of Savannah, Ga., Walter Wood (Carrie), of Satellite Beach, Cameron Ward-Hunt, of Denver, Colo., and Cassidy Hunt, of St. Augustine. Her great-grandchildren are Melissa, Austin, Clay and Conner Wright; McGee Faircloth; Jacob Hiers; Alec Pack; Derek and Katie Tarver; Jamie Lee; and Walker Wood. Her great-great-granddaughters are Amaya Jennings and Sidni and Brooke Rabon. She loved her nieces and nephews as her own.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Hardage-Giddens on Hendricks Avenue in Jacksonville.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Deermeadows Baptist Church, followed by a reception then burial at Restlawn Memorial Park. Flowers are gratefully accepted, or Memorials may be made to Deermeadows Baptist Church, Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, or River Garden Hebrew Home. Proverbs 31:10-31.
(St Augustine Record, 05/19/08)
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BELL, LeRoy William
LeRoy W. Bell, 86, of St. Augustine died peacefully Friday, May 30, at San Marco Terrace. Roy was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Jan. 2, 1922, and raised in Rego Park, N.Y. He attended Newtown High School and enlisted in the Navy in 1942. He served aboard the USS Denver with the 58th Task Force. He was honorably discharged in 1945 and in 1946 married Helen Gormley of Elmhurst, Queens, N.Y. They moved to Syosset, N.Y., and there they raised their two children, Roy and Maryellen. He retired from the New York Telephone Co. in 1982. Helen and LeRoy moved to St. Augustine in 1986.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Helen, of St. Augustine, son Roy and Alison of South Orange, N.J., daughter Maryellen and John Sherlock of Monroe, N.Y., sister-in-law Barbara Gormley of St. Augustine and his five grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the administration and staff at San Marco Terrace for their loving care and compassion. They are truly a dedicated group.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday June 3, 2008 at 9 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with the Rev. William Mooney, pastor and the Rev. Michael G. Boughton SJ, nephew, officiating. Contributions may be made in his memory to the building fund at Corpus Christi Church.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is assisting the Bell family.
(St Augustine Record, 06/02/08)
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BENNETT, Anne G
Mrs. Anne G. Bennett, 74, of Pinnacle, N.C., passed away Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at Forsyth Medical Center.
She was born in Bartow County, Ga., to the late Marvin Roscoe and Sadie Jones Gaddis.
Mrs. Bennett was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Bennett.
She is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Rogers; a son, the Rev. Jack Rogers and wife Lisa; four grandchildren, Joseph Drago, Katherine Moss, Lauren Rogers and Catherine Rogers; one great-grandchild, Julian; and two stepsons, Terry Bennett and wife Nancy, and Mike Bennett.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/7/08)
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BENNETT, William G. III
William G. Bennett, III, 32, Wilmington Island, Ga., and formerly of Evansville, Ind., died April 24, 2008, at his home.
Bill was born Nov. 2, 1975 in Evansville to William Bennett Jr., and Cindy (Cook) Mills. He was a 1994 graduate of North High School and attended the University of Evansville and Palmer Chiropractic School in Davenport, Iowa. Bill was a sales representative for Graybar Electric in Savannah, Ga. He attended Christian Fellowship Church in Evansville. Bill enjoyed spending time with his daughter and the outdoors, including the beach, hunting, sports and friends. He was a loving father, a wonderful son, a great brother and a loyal friend. Bill will be missed dearly by all who knew him. The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and condolences.
He is survived by a daughter, Samantha Bennett and her mother, Victoria, of Wilmington Island; his parents, Cindy (Cook) Mills and her husband, Ron, of Evansville, and William Bennett Jr., and his wife, Donna of Evansville; grandparents, William Bennett Sr., Albion, Ill., and Gussie Cardin, Evansville; sister, Sallie Anthony, Evansville; brother, Brian Bennett and his fiance, Andrea Sturgon, Evansville; two nieces and two nephews, Jasmine, Kaelie, Sean and Clayton; Godparents, Sheila M. Corcoran and John Stevens; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Velma Bennett and Dorothy C. Shatara, and his grandfather, Frederick E. Shatara.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2008, at Christian Fellowship Church, 4100 Millersburg Road, Evansville, Ind., with The Rev. Spencer Downs, officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Boone Funeral Home is in charge of services.
(St Augustine Record, 5/01/08)
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BENNETT, Yolanda
Yolanda Bennett, 40, of Elwood, Fla., died Feb. 9, 2008, at Baptist Hospital South, Jacksonville. Ms. Bennett was a native of Orlando, Fla., and had resided in Elwood since early childhood. Ms. Bennett was a manager at Burger King an was a member of St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church in Elwood.
Services: 12 noon Saturday at St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church, The Rev. A.J. Houston, pastor. Officiating: The Rev. John Newman. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. at the church today and from 11 a.m. until the hour of service on Saturday. Burial: Mt. Olive Cemetery, Green Cove Springs.
Survivors: her mother, Betty foster, Elwood; brother, Tercell Bennett, Jacksonville; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 2/15/08)
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BERRY, Elise
Mrs Elise Berry, 72, of Winston-Salem, NC died at Forsyth Medical Center December 5, 2007. She is survived by her husband, John Berry of Winston-Salem; son, Mitchell Berry of Winston-Salem and his wife, Paula, son, James Berry of Wake Forest, NC and his wife Leigh; daughter, Lisa Chappell of Raleigh, NC and her husband Brent; and eight grandchildren who she absolutely adored; Nikki Berry, Dawson Berry, Aaron Berry, Phoebe Berry, Kristina Chappell, Caroline Chappell, sarah Chappell and Lily Chappell. She is also survived by her brother, William J Priester of St Augustine and his wife Lynn, whom she considered a sister, as well as many other extended family members.
Elise was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She worked part time at Riddle Tractor in Winston-Salem, a job she loved and where she was loved. She was the quintessential mother and grandmother, gentle, loving and kind-she loved to bake and sew. She was well known for her passion for animals, especially cats. There is a long list of educational or professional accomplishments. Her sole reason for existence was simply to love and serve God and her family. "Well done, good and faithful servant".
There will be a memorial service for her in St Augustine, her birthplace, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forsyth Humane Society, 61 miller Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27104
(St Augustine Record, 12/08/07)
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BESKIND, Capt. Robert L, USN (Ret.)
Capt. Robert L. "Bob" Beskind, USN (Ret.), 77, St. Augustine, died April 13, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. He was born in Miami, and had resided in St. Augustine since 1991, moving here from Arlington, Va. Bob retired from the U.S. Navy in 1980 after 29 years of service. During his military career he served as commander at seven different U.S. Naval Bases. Bob was a founding member of Temple Bet Yam, was a member of the St. Augustine Chapter of MOAA, and was a member of the St. Augustine Navy League.
Memorial services will be held 12 Noon Wednesday April 16, 2008, at Temple Bet Yam, 2487 A1A South, with Rabbi Mark Goldman officiating. A meal of condolence will follow the services.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Temple Bet Yam.
He is survived by a daughter, Sharon Roseann LaMar, Washington, N.C.; one son, Mark I. Beskind, St. Augustine; one brother, Bernard Beskind, Los Alamitos, Calif.; two granddaughters, Talor Rose Webb and Amber Michelle Cleveland.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Renee Beskind.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record, 04/15/08)
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BILLSBOROUGH, Robert E.
Robert E. Billsborough, 68, of St. Augustine, died Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008, at home.
He was born in Titusville, Pa., and had resided in St. Augustine since 2004, moving here from Fairview, Pa. He worked for Steris Corp., a medical equipment company, where he was a welder and retired after over 20 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and a member of Orangedale Baptist Church.
Services: 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at Orangedale Baptist Church. Officiating: Rev. Melvin Register.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Survivors: His wife, Wanda Billsborough, of St. Augustine; sons Robert E. Billsborough Jr. of Fairview, Pa., and James Billsborough of St. Augustine; a daughter, Virginia Stevens, of St. Augustine; two sisters; and three grandchildren.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 01/13/08)
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BIRD, Wanda Sue
Wand Sue Bird, 71, of St. Augustine, died March 10, 2008, at Ponce de Leon Care Center. Mrs. Bird was a native of Stonewall, Okla., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past seven years. She was a member of the Chickasaw Tribe and was a restaurant and bar manager.
Services: Private family services will be held at a future date.
Survivors: Her daughters, Nature Trisha-Sue Bird, St. Augustine, Tiwana Bird, Gresham, Ore.; sons, Teran Bird, St. Augustine; stepsons, Eric Bird, Virginia, and Richard Bird, Oregon; sisters, Jeannie Bloonberg, Tallahassee, Fla., Billie Foster, Broken Arrow, Okla., and Kim Lee, Corbett, Ore.; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 3/11/08)
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BISKER, Jerry J.
Jerry J. Biskner, age 32, of St. Augustine, died early Saturday morning, June 14, 2008, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Jerry was born in Pontiac, Mich., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1995, moving here from Clarkston, Mich. He was a dedicated employee of Ideal Stant Corp. in St. Augustine for 10 years. He was a loving son, brother, husband and father and was an avid fan of all professional sports teams from the city of Detroit but especially the Detroit Lions.
Funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 State Road 207, with the Rev. John Fletcher officiating. A visitation will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home before the funeral service.
He was preceded in death by his father, Michael David Biskner.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Sherry Biskner; a daughter, Amber Miller; sons, Anthony Griffin, Austin Biskner, all of St. Augustine; his parents, Douglass and Cindy Berndt; and his little sister, Kensey Elizabeth Berndt, all of Treasure Beach. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins and his dog, Cocoa Butter.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/18/08)
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BLAINE, Janet Marie
Janet Marie Blaine, 73, of Elkton, Fla., died April 9, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville, Fla. Mrs. Blaine was a native of Dearborn, Mich., and had resided in Elkton for the past 12 years. She managed adult care facilities, was a member of the AAUW, and the Coquina Crossing Travel Club. She was of the Protestant faith.
Services: A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at the Coquina Crossing Club House.
Survivors: Her husband, Lonnie L. Blaine; daughter, Lisa Cay Gamb; son, Kevin L. Blaine; sister, Catherine Geiger; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandsons. Memorial donations may be sent to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257, (800) 274-6614.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/12/08)
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BLOODGOOD, David F.
David F. Bloodgood, 73, of St. Augustine, Fla., and formerly of Monroe, N.Y., died peacefully at home on Feb. 25, 2008, surrounded by his family.
He was born on Dec. 16, 1934, in Riftin, N.Y., to William George Bloodgood and Isadora Keator Bloodgood. He moved to Central Valley, N.Y., where his father owned his own painting business called Bloodgood & Son. He married Nancy A. Angel and was a 60-year resident of both Central Valley and Monroe, N.Y. He became the first cubmaster of Pack 340 of Monroe, N.Y.; coached Monroe -Woodbury Pop Warner and Little League. He was the president and director of the Lake Regionaires Drum & Bugle Corps; a member of the Monroe Republican Club and the Monroe ZBA. He was voted in as Monroe Town Councilman for eight years and is an honorary member of the Lakeside Fire Company.
He has resided in St. Augustine since 1994 and was working as a bus driver for the St. John's School District for 14 years. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge 1263 in Daytona Beach, Fla.
He is predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Nancy A. Bloodgood, and son James Arthur Bloodgood.
He is survived by his daughter, Suzanne Bloodgood Ready, of St. Augustine, Fla. his two grandsons, Keith and Kyle Ready and two step grandchildren, Laura Vincent and Frank Ready of Austin, Texas; son, Bill Bloodgood and his wife, Erin, and two grandchildren, KerriLynn and Kelly Bloodgood of Hillsborough, N.J.; another son, John Bloodgood, his wife Janet, his son, Jake and two step grandchildren, Marissa and Joey Riembauer of Stewartsville, N.J.
The family will receive friends at a Visitation on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2008, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
He will be laid to rest at the Cemetery of the Highlands in Highland Mills, N.Y., next to his wife, Nancy and son, Jim.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Florida can be made to Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd. Gainesville, FL 32606. Contributions in New York can be made to either Lakeside or Mombasha Fire Companies in Monroe, N.Y.
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, 2/26/08)
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BLOODGOOD, Nancy Ann
Nancy Ann Bloodgood, 71, of St. Augustine, and formally from Monroe, N.Y., died peacefully on Dec. 21, 2007, surrounded by her family after a short illness.
She was born on July 24, 1936, in Rockville Centre, Long Island, to Warren Angel and Evangeline Ludlam Angel. Upon her parents' passing, she moved to Monroe, N.Y. and lived with her brother, Warren Angel Jr., and his wife, Jean. She married David F. Bloodgood on Sept. 18, 1955, and they had four children.
As a native of Monroe, she was an active member of Pack 340 as a den mother and associated with the Lake Regionaires Drum and Bugle Corps with her husband. She worked for Pius XII Youth and Family Services in Chester, N.Y., for 14 years. She resided in St. Augustine since 1994 and became the supervisor of St. John's County Board of Commissioners for 13 years.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, David F. Bloodgood; her daughter, Suzanne Bloodgood Ready, of St. Augustine; her two grandsons, Keith and Kyle Ready; and two step-grandchildren, Laura Ready Vincent and Frank Ready of Austin, Texas; her son, Bill Bloodgood, and his wife, Erin, and two grandchildren, Kerri Lynn and Kelly Bloodgood of Hillsborough, N.J.; her son, John Bloodgood, and his wife, Janet, his son Jake and two step-grandchildren, Marissa and Joey Riembauer of Stewartsville, N.J. She is further survived by her brother, Warren Angel Jr., his wife Jean, and sister Merrillion Pinna of Monroe, N.Y., and many loving nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, her son Jim Bloodgood and her sister Evangeline Meyer.
The Bloodgood family will receive friends at the visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening, Dec. 26, 2007, at Craig Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest at the Cemetery of the Highlands next to her son, Jim, in Highland Mills, N.Y.
For directions and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Florida can be made to Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL, 32606. Contributions in New York can be made to either Lakeside or Mombasha Fire Companies in Monroe, N.Y.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/23/07)
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BLUE, Cecil Baron Jr
Cecil Baron Blue Jr., 88, of St. Augustine, died Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007, at Flagler Hospital.
He was a Daytona Beach native who had lived in St. Augustine since 1963.
He was a retired non-commissioned officer in the U.S. Army who served in World War II and Korea. He was a past exulted ruler and past district deputy of the Elks Lodge #289. He was a member of First Methodist Church. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 27, 2007, at Craig Funeral Home. Calling hours: 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007, at Craig Funeral Home. Burial: Immediately following services at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife, Marjorie Blue; daughters Bonnie Ellen Percival of St. Augustine and Sue Ann Cain of Chandler, Ariz.; a sister, Betty Masters of St. Augustine; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/23/07)
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BOLLING, Maria Alford
Marla Alford Bolling, 56, of Kingsport, Tenn., died Jan. 12, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Bolling was a native of St. Petersburg and had lived in Kingsport just over a year. Mrs. Bolling was a graduate of the University of Florida, where she received her master's degree in learning disabilities. She was an elite senior sales director for Mary Kay Cosmetics and attended Higher Ground Baptist Church in St. Petersburg.
Services: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Higher Ground Baptist Church. Officiating: The Rev. Phil Hoskins. Calling hours: 30 minutes prior to service at the church. Burial: Graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday at Flat Gap Community Cemetery in Pound, Va.
Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at the cemetery at 1:55 p.m.
Online condolences may be sent to www.cartertrent.com
Survivors: Her husband, Ben C. Bolling, Kingsport; her mother, Louise Braves Alford, St. Petersburg; brother, Richard Alford, Tampa. She was preceded in death by her father, William Alford.
In charge: Carter-Trent Funeral Home, Inc., P.O. Box 1129, Kingsport, TN 37662.
(St Augustine Record, 01/16/08)
A "Celebration of Life" for Maria Alford Bolling, 56, who passed away on Jan. 12, 2008, and was an elite executive senior sales director with Mary Kay Cosmetics for 27 years.
To be held at Anastasia Baptist Church on Feb. 15, 2008 at 1 p.m.
(St Augustine Record, 2/10/08)
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BONAFEDE, Joseph Leo
Joseph Leo Bonafede, 73, of St. Augustine, died May 13, 2008, at his home. Mr. Bonafede was a native of Detroit, Mich., and had resided in St. Augustine for 25 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and later retired from a career as a life insurance agent with Life of Georgia. He was also a real estate investor.
Services: Family services were held at his home on May 18, 2008.
Survivors: Wife, Mildred J. Bonafede (Mickey), St. Augustine; Daughters, Beverly L. Cox, Melbourne, Cynthia D. Taylor, St. Augustine, Theresa R. Smith, Middleburg, Antoinette Y. Bonafede-Popowich, St. Augustine; stepson, Eddie Thompson, Texas; son, Richard L. Bonafede, St. Augustine; sisters, Rose Marie Illardi, Jacksonville, JoAnn Sorrells, Callahan, Nina Hodges, Jacksonville; brother, Vito E. Bonafede, Raiford; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and other extended family.
In charge: Coastal Crematorium.
(St Augustine Record, 05/22/08)
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BORCHERT, Roger John
Roger John Borchert, 76, of St. Augustine, died March 26, 2008, at his home. A native of Gaylord, Minn., he lived in St. Augustine for 37 years. Before he retired, Mr. Borchert was supervisor of maintenance for the City of St. Augustine.
He also was a carpenter and cabinetmaker. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Jehovah Witness South Congregation.
Services: A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall South Congregation on Kings Estate Road.
Inurnment: none
Survivors: His wife, Leona; two sons, David Borchert of Clermont, Fla., and Matthew Borchert of Jacksonville, Fla.; a daughter, Terry Repoza of Palm Coast; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his daughter Jenny Gripp. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution to Jehovah Witness South Congregation, 735 Kings Estate Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/1/08)
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BOSKA, Virginia Pixler
Virginia Pixler Boska, 95, of St. Augustine, died June 8, 2008, in Tallahassee.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
She is survived by her son, Fred Boska of Tallahassee, and her nephew, Frank Pixler.
Craig Funeral Home is serving the Boska family.
(St Augustine Record, 06/11/08)
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BOSKI, John James Jr
John James Boski, Jr. 65, of St. Johns died Dec. 8, 2007, at his home. Mr. Boski was a native of Norwalk, Conn., and had lived in St. Johns 1 years. Mr. Boski was an explosive engineer for Ensign Bickford, which held contracts with NASA, and he served his country during the Vietnam War. He was of the Catholic faith.
Services: None planned.
Survivors: His wife, Bernice Boski; sons, Matthew Steven Joseph and James Boski; stepsons, Matthew Anthony and Raymond Cazassus; numerous grandchildren. He is predeceased by his son, John Boski.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/11/07)
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BOTTOMS, Maxine J.
Maxine J. Bottoms (Micki), 81, died Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005, at Northeast Florida Community Hospice. Born in Battle Creek, Mich., she attended Michigan State, Class of 1948. In the early 1950s, she worked in the Michigan House of Representatives in Lansing, Mich. After a move to Illinois in the 1960s, she worked for 30 years in various aspects of law as a legal secretary and paralegal, her expertise being in intellectual property, working as legal secretary to the chairman of Molex Inc. and as legal secretary/paralegal at National Can Corporation. She became interested in hospital volunteer work many years ago and was a charter member of the Central DuPage Hospital Auxiliary in Winfield, Ill. Since retiring to St. Augustine in 1989, she was a Flagler Hospital volunteer for nine years, working in outpatient surgery, where she served two years as chairman.
Always active and interested in people, she also participated, as she was able to, in "Project Swing," the beautiful children's park built primarily by St. Augustine resident volunteers.
Micki is survived by her beloved friend and faithful companion of many years, Joseph Kruljac; three fiercely loved children: G. Daniel and wife, Sandra, of Batavia, Ill.; Jeffrey T. Bottoms, St. Augustine; Susan G. Bottoms of Plano, Ill.; and loved grandchildren: Natalie (Troy) White and their two children, Lucas and Ava; much-loved and admired granddaughter Beth (Brian) Lafferty; stepgrandchildren, Susanne White, Sharon Omara, Julie Hirschberger and Douglas Lindberg; seven step great-grandchildren; and other relatives.
Friends are invited to meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, 2005, at Craig Funeral Home for a memorial gathering.
There will be a memorial Mass held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2005, in the St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Flowers are gratefully accepted, or donations may be made to the American Heart Association, if so desired.
Craig Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the local arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/14/05)
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BOWE, David Bruce
A memorial service has been planned in memory of David Bruce Bowe, 57, of Houma, LA., at 10 a.m., Dec. 20, 2007, at the Trinity Episcopal Church of St. Augustine. David passed away Oct. 20, 2007.
He is survived by his parents, Virginia Y. and Ronald S. Bowe; his wife, Karen; daughter, Heather LaBlanc; sons; Damon, Collin, Kyle and Sean; and one sister, Ronda Wages. No flowers please.
Arrangements by Chauvin Funeral Home, Houma, LA.
(St Augustine Record, 12/19/07)
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BRADBERRY, Edwin C. Sr.
Edwin C. Bradberry Sr., 96, of St. Augustine, died April 13, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
He was born Nov. 27, 1911, in Atlanta, Ga. He had been a resident of the St. Augustine area since 1965.
He was the former owner and operator of two Holiday Inns in St. Augustine and other businesses. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a Shriner, and of the Baptist faith.
Services: A private family burial will be held in Roberta, Ga.
Survivors: One son, Edwin C. Bradberry Jr. of Memphis, Tenn.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/20/08)
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BRADBURY, Forrest O
Forrest O Bradbury, 91, of Ponte Vedra died December 6, 2007 at his home. Born on April 27, 1916 in Mott, ND, Forrest and his family moved to Lake City when he was 4 years old. He has lived in Florida ever since.
Mr Bradbury began his career in the banking field as teller with Commercial Bank of Live Oak in 1935 and continued with the firm until 1955 being promoted to cashier with this firm in 1950. He moved to St Augustine in 1955 when he accepted the position as vice president of the Exchange Bank of St Augustine. He was elected to the position of president of Hastings Exchange Bank in Hastings in 1959. Mr Bradbury served as a member of the board of directors of these two banks.
He had been heavily involved with youth work in his community and devoted much of his time to community service. Mr Bradbury has served as district commisioner of the Boy Scouts of america in St Johns County. He held office of president of Hastings Rotary Club in 1963 and served as vice president of the Kiwanis Club of St Augustine in 1959. He was active in the work of the Parent-Teacher Association, serving as president of the group at St Augustine High School in 1958. He was president of the St Johns Heart Association, 1958-59. He was also the past president of the Independent Luncheon Club, originator and past president of Wheelers and Dealers Investor's Club, charter member and director of the Rod & Gun Club and member of the St Augustine Ballroom Dancers Association.
The same energy and desire for service which is shown in his civic activities was also devoted to the work of the First Methodist Church in which Mr Bradbury had served as a member of the board of stewards for 27 years and as chairman of the official board of the church from 1961 to 1962.
He is predeceased in death by his parents, Charles A and Esther (Shaw) Bradbury, his wife of 55 years, Grace Perry Bradbury, his son Forrest O Bradbury Jr, and a brother, Chester Bradbury.
He is survived by his daughter, Anne B Wolfe (husband O Douglas Wolfe); grandson, Trae Wolfe (wife Shana Wolfe); granddaughter, Beverly Wolfe; great-grandsons, Dillon Wolfe and Austin Quinn and his companion of 11 years, Melba Amos.
A memorial service will be held at Craig Funeral Home on Saturday December 8, 2007 at 11:30 am, with visitation at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to Hospice of Northeast Florida.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/08/07)
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BRADLEY, Betty M.
Betty M. Bradley, 82, of St. Augustine, Fla., and Allegany, N.Y., died Thursday, Jan. 10, 2008, in Flagler Hospital, St. Augustine, surrounded by her husband and children. She was the wife of Bruce I. Bradley, whom she met in high school and married in 1946. They were devoted to each other for over 61 years.
Born in Olean, N.Y., on March 23, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Thenia Foote Fitch.
Betty and Bruce made their home in Olean and Allegany, N.Y., before retiring to St. Augustine and returning for the summers to Western New York. She was also a devout wife, mother, and area businesswoman. She was vice president of Bradley Builders, Inc., and Brubet Corporation. She was also the co-owner of the former Red Parrot Bridal Salon in Olean. Betty was a member of the Olean Presbyterian Church and attended Memorial Presbyterian Church in St. Augustine. She had served as a board member at the Allegany Presbyterian Church, and on the board of deacons at the Olean Presbyterian Church. Betty was also a member of the St. Augustine Art Association. She believed there wasn't anything you couldn't do if you set your mind to it. That is how she lived her life and instilled her belief in her eight children.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her eight children: Diane (Bill Mayer) Bradley of St. Augustine,, Danese (Dennis) Minnich of Mechanicsburg, Pa., Dan (Sheila) Bradley of Smithfield, N.C., Dana (Patty) Bradley of Allegany, Dennis (Lori) Bradley of Allegany, Danell (Jim) Dwaileebe of Coronada, Calif., David (Carolyn) Bradley of Lebanon, Pa., and Danett (Todd) Mazur of Chicago, Ill.; 16 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, William "Bill" (Dorothy) Fitch, Charles "Chris" Fitch, Gloria Button, Jean (Chick) Dwaileebe and Gerald (Mary Ann) Fitch; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services and viewing will be in Olean, N.Y. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Memorial Presbyterian Church, St. Augustine. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Presbyterian Church, 32 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Guenther Funeral Home, Olean, N.Y., is in charge of the arrangements.
(StAugustine Record, 01/13/08)
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BRADLEY, Betty
A memorial service to Celebrate the Life of Betty M. Bradley, March 23, 1925-Jan. 10, 2008, will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008, at Memorial Presbyterian Church, 36 Sevila St., St. Augustine, Fla.
Betty is survived by husband, Bruce Bradley; children: Diane Bradley (Bill Mayer), Dan (Sheila) Bradley, Danese (Dennis) Minnich, Dana (Pat) Bradley, Denis (Lori) Bradley, Danell (Jim) Dwaileebe, David (Carolyn) Bradley, Danett (Todd) Mazur.
Donation may be made to Memorial Presbyterian Church.
(St Augustine Record, 2/8/08) (Updated 2/9/08)
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BRADY, Elaine
Elaine Brady, 82, of St. Augustine, died July 9, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring.
She was born in Far Rockaway, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1972, moving here from Northport, N.Y. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Otis "Tim" Brady, on June 2, 2008.
She was a charter member of the Riverview Club. She loved spending time with her family and friends, traveling, dining out, shopping, dancing, reading, playing cards and cooking. Her favorite quote was "Keep it moving."
A private memorial service will be held at a later date at the Jacksonville National Cemetery for both Tim and Elaine Brady.
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.
She will be greatly missed by her loving children, Linda King (Jack), Maureen Hunton (Paul) and Kevin Brady (Darlene); granddaughter, Tara Hoffman (Mark); two great-granddaughters, Alex and Payton; a brother, Fred Hamm (Arlene); and several nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many dear friends and her adoring cat, Fuentes.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/12/08)
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BRADY, Otis "Tim"
Otis "Tim" Brady, 82, of St. Augustine, died June 2, 2008, at the St. Augustine Health and Rehab Center. He was born in Lecompte, La., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1972, moving here from Northport, N.Y. He formerly owned and operated his own TV repair shop. He was a lifetime member of the DAV and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during World War II. He was a charter member of the St. Augustine Shores Golf Club and a member of the Riverview Club for 34 years.
A private service will be held at a later date at the Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined, and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to your favorite charity
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Elaine Brady, St. Augustine; two daughters, Linda King, Jacksonville, Maureen Hunton, St. Augustine; one son, Kevin Brady, Tucson, Ariz; one granddaughter, Tara Hoffman, Apopka; two great-granddaughters; and several nieces and nephews.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/07/08)
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BRAUNBERG, Richard Carey
Richard Carey Braunberg, 69, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 30, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville.
Mr. Braunberg was a native of Middletown, Del., and had resided in St. Augustine about 45 years.
Mr. Braunberg was retired from the Civil Service where he had worked as a craft sheet metal worker. He served his country in the US Navy during the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
Services: 10 a.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating: The Rev. Smiley Sturgis. Calling hours: 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: Craig Memorial Park with Navy funeral honors presented.
Survivors: His wife, Myrtice Braunberg; daughters, Carey Vanessa Taylor, St. Augustine, and Robin Lynne Leyva, Jacksonville, Fla.; sons, Roy Braunberg and Robert R. Westover, both of St. Augustine; one sister, Mary Freund, Ringwood, N.J.; one brother, Robert Braunberg, Winchester, Va.; 15 grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/1/08)
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BRELLO, Eleanor
Eleanor Brello, 94, St. Augustine, died Jan. 31, 2008, at Ponce de Leon Care Center. She was born in Jan. 11, 1914, in Shelby, Ind.
She was a retired beautician and had owned a beauty shop. She was an avid antique collector and at one time owned an antiques shop. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and the St. Augustine Garden Club.
Memorial service will be held 10 a.m. today at Craig Funeral Home. Flowers are gratefully declined.
Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to the St. Augustine Garden Club, 4030 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
She was preceded in death by her husbands: Charles Buckley and Charles Brello: her infant daughter, Lita Mae; brothers, Carroll and Novell; and nephew, Michael Jones. She is survived by her brother, Kenneth Jones; and sister, Marge Warne, both of Lowell, Ind.; step-son, Charles Brello, California; several nieces and nephews.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/2/08)
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BRIGGS, Rita M. (Cramer)
Rita M. (Cramer) Briggs, 86, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2008, under the benevolent and dedicated care of the Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 25, 1921, in Hempstead, N.Y., the daughter of the late William and Ellen (Noonan) Cramer, and lived all of her life on Long Island, N.Y., before re-locating to St. Augustine in 2000.
When she wasn't busy lovingly dedicated to the tender and nurturing care of her husband and children, Rita spent countless hours volunteering her time, talents and energies to a myriad of Christian and people-oriented organizations, both in New York and in St. Augustine. Ironically, while in her early 80s and volunteering her services at the Moultrie Creek Nursing Center, little did she know at the time that she would one day need their services as well. Making sandwiches for the homeless, driving others unable to drive themselves to doctor appointments, assisting teachers with young students and holding the hands of those house-bound while offering an encouraging word, are but a fraction of the many examples that exhibited her loving devotion to help others.
Throughout her many years of volunteerism, Rita's deep love for life and her overwhelming compassion to help those less fortunate have served as a loving tribute that we are all put on this earth to love one another and to readily lend a helping hand.
Rita is survived by her husband of 64 years, Frederick J. Briggs, of St. Augustine; her children, Ellen, of Farmingville, N.Y., Frederick and his wife, Margaret, of Jacksonville, Charles and his wife, Nalani, of St. Augustine, John and his wife, Suzanne, of Palm City, Fla., Joseph and his wife, Sherry, of Staunton, Va.; as well as 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and her sister-in-law, Marion "Fibber" Cramer, of Edgewater, Fla.
In as much as words cannot adequately express the pain and profound sadness her loss has brought to her family, she is at peace now, embraced by God's loving arms, and for this, we are grateful. A deeply religious and loving woman, she will be deeply missed by her family and the numerous friends she made along the way.
In loving tribute, a memorial service for her will be held this Sunday, July 13, 2008, at 2 p.m., at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, located at 385 State Road 207 in St. Augustine. For directions, please call 824-1625.
(St Augustine Record, 07/11/08)
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BRODEUR, Virginia O.
Mrs. Brodeur passed away on Feb. 18, 2008 in Crestview, Fla. She was born in Pelham, Ga., on June 23, 1925 to Garnie and Lillian Chason Butler.
She was preceded in death by her parents and infant son, James Edward Brodeur.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Joseph R. Brodeur, Jr.; her daughter, Pat Futch and son-in-law Harry of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; her grandchildren, Karen L. Kaiser and husband T.C. of Tampa, Fla., and Michael J. Futch and wife Catherine, of Tulsa, Okla.; her great-grandchildren, Caroline Grace and Thomas Chason Kaiser of Tampa; her sister, Jean and brother-in-law Johnny Lohrer of Jacksonville, Fla.; nieces, Carole Manucy and husband Curtis, and Annette Reed of St, Augustine, Fla.; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.
Mrs. Brodeur spent most of her childhood and early adult life in St. Augustine, where she met and married her husband. After Mr. Brodeur's retirement from the Navy in 1957, the Brodeurs moved to Jacksonville, Fla., where Virginia lived for more than 35 years. Mrs. Brodeur worked for AT&T as an overseas operator for 21 years. In 1991, Mrs. Brodeur retired from AT&T, and moved to The Villages of Lady Lake, Fla., where she enjoyed an active retirement. In 2002, Mrs. Brodeur moved to Fort Walton Beach to be near her daughter and son-in-law to receive the tender care she needed. The family would like to thank Sandra Tingle, Melonie McClure, and the outstanding staff of Carington Manor for their professional and gentle care; Emerald Coast Hospice; Dr. Reed Harned and his nurse Cindy; Dr. Lee Thigpen and Bonnie; Dr. Gwen Mercer, Dr. Michael Given, and Dr. Michael Glenn for their patience and compassionate guidance; Mrs. Jean Fortenberry for her steadfast devotion; and Maria Couts for her dedication.
Funeral services will be held at Craig Funeral Home, 1475 Old Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, Fla., on Feb. 22 at 1:00 P.M.
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, 2/21/08)
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BRODIE, Ernest Lee
Ernest Lee Brodie, 86, of St. Augustine and Sidney, N.Y., died July 8, 2008, at his St. Augustine home.
He was born in East Templeton, Mass. He was a retired farmer. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
Private services are planned.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret; two sons, Ernest F. Brodie, Morganville, N.J., and Herbert L. Brodie, Chestertown, Md.; two brothers, Raymond Brodie, Middleburg, N.Y., and Elliott Brodie, Westford, N.Y.; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/10/08)
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BROOKS, Helen J.
Helen J. Brooks, 83, of Elkton, Fla., died April 27, 2008, at San Marco Terrace Rehabilitation and Care Center. Mrs. Brooks was a native and lifelong resident of Elkton. She worked as a nurse's aide and doctor's assistant, a master cosmotologist and was a member of the Westside Card Club.
Services: 10 a.m. Friday at the Cathedral Basilica. Officiating: The Rev. Lagorie. Calling hours: 5-6 p.m. Thursday at Chase Chapel with prayers at 7 p.m. by The Rev. Tim Lozier. Burial: San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: Her nephew and care giver, Anthony Daley, many other caring relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 5/01/08)
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BROOKS, John L.
John L. Brooks, 81, of Monteagle, Tenn., passed away Wednesday morning, March 5, 2008 after a long life being a devoted husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Brooks was born on July 9, 1926, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Jack met Cindy Miles in Cincinnati where they were married on Sept. 4, 1946. They moved to Orlando Fla., in 1951.
He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, was a member of the Masonic Blue Lodge, Cincinnati, the Eastern Star, Orlando, Scottish Rite, Orlando, and a very active member of the Baha'i Shrine Temple, Orlando. After owning his own plumbing company for 21 years, he then retired as a plumbing inspector for Orange County Florida in 1992. After traveling the United States for several years, Jack and Cindy relocated from their home of 41 years in Orlando to St. Augustine where they lived for 12 years before moving to Monteagle in April of 2007.
Mr. Brooks was preceded in death by his parents, Wylie and Louise Brooks.
Survivors include his wife, Cindy; daughter, Judy Brooks of Jacksonville, Fla., daughter and son-in-law, Jayne and Bill DeCamp, Monteagle, daughter, JoAnn Brooks, St. Augustine; son, Wylie Brooks, St. Cloud, Fla.; brother, Paul Brooks, Albuquerque, N.M.; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the St. Francis Barracks Officers' Club, 82 Marine St., St. Augustine from 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital, 12502 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612, (813) 972-2250.
(St Augustine Record, 3/30/08)
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BROWN, Billie Alan
Billie Alan Brown, 85, of St. Augustine, died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
He was a native of Elkhart, Ind., who had lived in Florida for many years. He was a pilot and a Catholic. He served as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Force and served in Korea with the U.S. Air Force.
Services: 10 a.m. Monday at the First Church of The Nazarene, 6 May St., St. Augustine.
Survivors: His wife, Rebecca E. Brown; daughter Dawn Marie Brown; sons David A. Brown, James R. Brown, Michael D. Brown and Timothy G. Brown; brothers Harold Brown of Brunswick, Ga., Charles Brown of Tangerine, Fla., and Donald Brown of Wisconsin; 10 step-children; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/20/08)
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BROWN, Mildred
Mother Mildred Brown, 87, St. Augustine, died June 24, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. She was a member of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, former first lady of the New St. James Missionary Baptist Church, Sunday school teacher, member of the mothers and deaconess boards, Electa Chapter No. 4 OES, and was first to introduce 100 Women in White. She was a domestic engineer.
She is survived by her son, Willie Brown, Ft. Lauderdale; daughter, Barbara Early, St. Augustine; 11 grandchildren; two godchildren; a host of great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Tabernacle MBC, the Rev. Richardson A. Madison, pastor, officiating. Calling hours: 6-9 p.m. Friday at Chase Chapel. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Leo C. Chase & Son in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/27/08)
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BROWN, Billie Alan
Billie Alan Brown, 85, of St. Augustine, died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
He was a native of Elkhart, Ind., who had lived in Florida for many years. He was a pilot and a Catholic. He served as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Force and served in Korea with the U.S. Air Force.
Services: 10 a.m. Monday at the First Church of The Nazarene, 6 May St., St. Augustine.
Survivors: His wife, Rebecca E. Brown; daughter Dawn Marie Brown; sons David A. Brown, James R. Brown, Michael D. Brown and Timothy G. Brown; brothers Harold Brown of Brunswick, Ga., Charles Brown of Tangerine, Fla., and Donald Brown of Wisconsin; 10 step-children; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/20/08)
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BROWN, Phillip G. "Chicken" Sr.
Philip G. "Chicken" Brown Sr., 80, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008.
He was born on Feb. 28, 1925, in St. Augustine, Fla., to Mr. Lee Jackson Brown and Mrs. Edith Monroe Haigler Brown.
Philip was a member of Southside Assembly of God Church for over 40 years.
He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.
He was the first man to raise poultry on a commercial basis in the state of Florida. He produced a half million head of chickens for the market every seven weeks. That is how Philip earned the nickname "Chicken."
Philip was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha Brown.
Survivors: He is survived by his son, Philip G. Brown Jr. (Tina); one daughter, Linda Spurling (Sean); 1 stepson, Paul R. McCullough (Hazel); one brother, L. D. Brown (Jeanne); one sister, E. Marione McCullough; five grandchildren, Candace, Austin, Brandy, Joshua and Joey; six great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family visitation to greet friends will be 6-8 p.m. today at Hardage-Giddens Blanding Funeral Home (5753 Blanding Blvd.) Jacksonville, Fla.
Services: A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Southside Assembly Of God (2118 Kings Ave.) Jacksonville, Fla., with Pastor Milton E. Dykes officiating.
The graveside burial service will be at 2 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery (505 N. Rodriguez St.), St. Augustine, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 4/18/08)
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BRUCE, Beverly Dunn
Beverly Dunn Bruce died on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008, in Jacksonville, Fla.
Beverly was born in Pine Bluff, Ark., on Sept. 20, 1943, to Annie and Paul Dunn. She grew up in Bradford, Ark., and graduated from high school there as valedictorian of the class of 1961. She married Johnny Bruce and settled in Jonesboro where the couple attended Arkansas State University. After receiving their degrees, the family moved to Jacksonville, Fla., where Beverly became an elementary school teacher, serving longest at Norwood Elementary School. She retired from teaching in 2002 after more than 30 years of service. Beverly is survived by her husband of 46 years, Johnny; her daughter and son-in-law Vanessa and Sean Doughty, of St. Augustine, Fla.; her son, Keith Bruce of Providence, R.I.; and her daughter-in-law, Vicki Bruce of Fall River, Mass. She also is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Kathy and Don Gunderson; her nephew, Avery Blake Garner, all of Jacksonville, Fla.; and her brother and sister-in-law, John Paul and Frances Dunn, of Monroe, La. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in St. Augustine, Fla., where she was a member. Ashes will be interred in Bradford, Ark. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Beverly's name may be made to Community Hospice (904-268-5200).
Eternity Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/1/08)
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BUGGS, Rosemary
Rosemary Buggs, 63, Orange Park, died July 11, 2008 at Neurological Rehab Center.
Funeral service is at 1 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Pleasant B.C., Green Cove Springs. Burial is at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Orange Park. Visit from 5-6:30 p.m. today at the church.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 07/18/08)
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BULKO, Ruth Melfi
Ruth Melfi Bulko, 86, of St Augustine, Fla., died July 17, 2008, at McGraw Center in Jacksonville. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, and had resided in St Augustine since 1993. She was a member of Shores United Methodist Church.
Services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Shores Methodist Church. Visitation today 6-8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. Graveside services 1 p.m. Saturday at Hillside Cemetery, Ormond Beach, Fla. In lieu of flowers contribution can be made in her memory to the Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32086.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Carmen Melfi and Charles Bulko.
She is survived by Dick (Pam) Melfi, Noblesville, Ind.; Jim (Molly) Melfi, Palatka, Fla.; Jerry (Pam) Melfi and Larry (Mary) Melfi, both of St Augustine; step-children, sister Charla Bulko, Dubuque, Iowa, Charlie and Kathy Bulko, Oak Creek, Wis., and Clarice and Dennis Swan, Fon du Lac, Wis; grandsons, Michaels, Peter, Daniel, Tylar, Seaton, Andrew and Aaron and sisters-in-law, Charlene Nardone, Grove City, Ohio, and Geraldine Nardone, Grandview Heights, Ohio.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements
(St Augustine Record, 07/18/08)
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BURGER, Clarence E. "Bussey"
Clarence E. "Bussey" Burger passed away on March 14, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
He was born to Clarence and Mae Burger in Jacksonville, Fla., on May 31, 1917. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and later enjoyed a long career in electrical maintenance for Seaboard Coastline Railroad in Tampa. He was a former member of 1st Christian Church and the Masonic Scottish Rite Egypt Temple Shrine, both in Tampa. Mr. and Mrs. Burger moved to St. Augustine 21 years ago.
Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. Tuesday.
Graveside interment services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville.
Mr. Burger will be deeply missed by his wife of 67 years, Betty; his daughter Glynda (Don) Copeland of South Ponte Vedra Beach; one grandson, Warner (Lynn) Copeland of Jacksonville; and five great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home is serving the Burger family.
(St Augustine Record, 3/16/08)
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BURNHAM, Alma W.
Alma W. Burnham, 84, of Riverdale, Fla., died March 27, 2008. A lifelong resident of North Florida, she was the daughter of Laurence R. Wood and Madeleine W. Wood, both of Brunswick, Ga. She married Ralph Everett Burnham Jr., a native of Passaic, N.J., in 1942. They settled in Jacksonville, where Mr. Burnham was a real estate company executive. He died in 1991.
She was active for many years at the First Church of Christ, Scientist in Jacksonville. Devotion to family was the center of her life.
She is survived by two loving children, Ralph Laurence Burnham of Reston, Va., and Bonnie Suzanne Burnham of New York City; and granddaughter, Laura Rose Flam, also of New York City.
In her later years, she enjoyed watching and photographing nature at her home in Riverdale, Fla., outside St. Augustine.
After a private burial service on Saturday, the family will receive friends at home.
Contact the Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home for further information.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society, 1665 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Arrangements made by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223.
(St Augustine Record, 3/28/08)
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BURNETT, Martha Ann
Martha Ann Burnett, 67, of Coquina Crossing in Elkton, Fla., died Dec. 13, 2007, at her home.
A native of Bronx, New York, she had worked in retail sales for much of her life. She was of the Catholic faith.
Services: A memorial Mass will be held at The Cathedral-Basilica of St. Augustine at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, 2007, with Father Timothy Lozier, Celebrant.
The family will receive friends at Craig Funeral Home on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2007, from 4-6 p.m. with prayers at 5 p.m.
Survivors: Her daughter, Joann Burnett; her son, Michael Burnett; her mother, Anna Sartauskas; her sister, Susan Shilkunas; and two granddaughters.
Memorials: Donations to Hospice of The Lakes North Central Florida Administrative Offices E.T. York Hospice Care Center 4200 NW 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606 are appreciated.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/16/07)
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BURTT, Michael Zane "Big Mike"
Michael Zane "Big Mike" Burtt, 56, a long-time resident of St. Augustine, originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., died April 21, 2008. During his lifetime he worked at many different jobs as varied as a wrangler on a dude ranch, a helmsman on Great Lake freighters, to his most recent position as a construction foreman for Jax Utilities in Jacksonville.
Mike enjoyed spending time with his friends fishing, camping, horseback riding, working his "Cracker cows", cooking "cowboy style" over an open fire and participating in "re-enactments" as a Florida Cow Hunter.
He is survived by his mother, Audrey Burtt, of Haines City, Fla.; a brother, Robert M. Burtt of Charlevoix, Mich.; a sister, Jan Cooper of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich.; two nieces and three nephews and his very dear friends in Michigan and Florida. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Robert E. Burtt.
Mike will be missed greatly, but he lived his life on his own terms and was happiest with his cracker cows, horses, dogs and close friends.
A memorial service will be planned for a future date in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. In lieu of flowers, Mike would have loved donations in his memory made to the Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, 380 Boys Ranch Road, Palatka, FL 32177 www.rbr.org.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 5/01/08)
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BUSH, Essie Mae
Essie Mae Bush, 85, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 14, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Bush was a native of Aiken, SC., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 60-plus years. Mrs. Bush had worked as a laundry presser. She was a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church.
Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul A.M.E. Church. Officiating: The Rev. Ron Rawls, pastor. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. Friday at St. Paul Church. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughter, Essie Lee Bush, St. Augustine; and many relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/19/07)
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BUTLER, Mary Lou
Mary Lou Butler, 61, of St. Augustine, Fla., died on Monday, July 7, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
She was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and was a longtime resident of South Florida, including Pompano Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Plantation and Boca Raton before moving to St. Augustine in 2004.
Mary moved with her family from Cleveland to Pompano Beach in 1958. She graduated from Pompano Beach High School and attended Stetson University. Outside of family and friends, Mary's passions were music, art, travel and food. Her ability to find inherent value and achievement in a song, an artist, a place in this world or even another human being was her trademark and a gift she shared with others.
In the workplace, Mary was a dedicated employee and leader as shown by more than 20 years of integral activity at the Ft. Lauderdale Eye Institute, where she was office administrator of one of the largest ophthalmology practices in South Florida. In St. Augustine, Mary assumed the office administrator role for St. Johns County Housing and Community Services for the past three years and was recognized posthumously for her work with the Housing and Finance Authority.
Mary's greatest personal satisfaction was derived from her dedicated service as a Jehovah's Witness. For 34 years, Mary's active involvement in congregations in South Florida and eventually St. Augustine led to an inner fulfillment and complete faith in Jehovah God that guided her life and comforted her during difficult physical times.
As a wife, mother, sibling, homemaker and friend, Mary led by example with dedication to the values she strongly adhered to for her own life. Through a marriage that grew in love and devotion with each year, a son that reflects and nurtures everything his mother instilled, brothers and sisters that grew under her matriarchal love and friends that felt a sense of belonging to her wonderful life, Mary will continue to be here for us whenever we need.
Mary is survived by her husband of 39 years, Mike Butler, of St. Augustine; her son, John Butler, of Boca Raton, Fla.; sisters, Patty Smoot, of St. Petersburg, Fla., Fran Wood, of Malabar, Fla.; brothers, Marty Muldoon, of Delray Beach, Fla., and Louis Muldoon of Tampa, Fla.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2008, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2924 State Road 16, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Donations in her memory may be mailed to the Donna Hicken Foundation, 1015 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 144, Atlantic Beach, FL or made online at www.DonnaHickenFoundation.org.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home in St. Augustine is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/12/08)
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