June Turney Beasley Maclaughlin, of 735 Segovia Road, St. Augustine, Florida, died April 28, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Born Nov. 9, 1923, June was the daughter of Harry F. and Frona Pillmore Turney, step-daughter of Charles E. Hammann. June was a graduate of Rome Free Academy, Rome Secretarial School as a steno typist, and Oneonta Graduate Class for Remedial Reading and St. Augustine Technical Center as a photographer.
Her father, Harry Turney, died in 1927. Frona Turney and Charles E. Hammann married in 1935.
In 1945 June married Robert B. Beasley, also of Rome. She was active as a Cub Scout den mother and a Red Cross nurse's aide. In 1965, June married Allan R. (Ike) Maclaughlin. She was active in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, serving her last three years as Division AIM Officer and was a life member. She is a past member of Rome Historical Society, Westernville Historical Society, and a charter member of the re-established St. Augustine Yacht Club.
During World War II, June was employed by Revere Copper and Brass and in New York City by Smith, Hinchman & Grylls, as a cost accountant. Returning to Rome she worked for Rome Trust Co., General Cable, and Revere Copper and Brass.
In St. Augustine, June worked for the St. Augustine Record as a dark room stringer and served as a tutor for St. Johns County Learn to Read.
June moved to St. Augustine during 1976 aboard the 34' Trawler "Restless Eagle" that her husband, Ike, spent 10 years building. They had their own dock on Moultrie Creek while Ike finished building their retirement home at 735 Segovia Road.
She is survived by her husband, Allan R. (Ike) Maclaughlin, two sons, Robert H. Beasley (Dianne Hunt) of Sacramento, Calif.; and Thomas T. Beasley (Kathy Chillemi) of Georgetown, Calif.; three step-sons: Ian D. Maclaughlin of Escondido, Calif.; Dale A. Maclaughlin (Jane Biamonte) of Clayton, N.Y.; Gary J. Maclaughlin (Mary) of Redwood City, Calif.; a special daughter-in-law, Janice Basom Hinman, a special 'adopted' son: Randolph B. McCormick, daughter-in-law, nieces and nephews, both Beasley and Maclaughlin; 12 grandchildren, and a growing number of great-grandchildren.
Burial will be at Crown Hill Memorial Park, Masonic Garden, and New Hartford, N.Y.
There will be a Memorial Celebration of June's life this Saturday at 4 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may contribute to the charity of their choice.
For directions and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record, 05/02/08)
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MADDOCK, Ruth B
Ruth B Maddock, 85, of St Augustine died December 3, 2007 at her home. Mrs Maddock was a native of Scranton, PA and had resided in St Augustine since 1976, moving here from Vestal, NY. She was a retired art teacher and a member of Trinity
Episcopal parish. She was past president of the St Johns County Art Association.
Services: Private services will be held at a later date.
Survivors: Her children, Ann Truesdell, Vestal, Dorothy Gragg, St Augustine, Richard Maddocl, Angola, IN and Richard Maddock,
St Augustine; brothers, Robert Brittain, Levittown, PA and James Brittain, Clarks Summit, PA; one sister, Alice McFalls, Summerville, SC; two grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/07/07)
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MAGNELL, Helen R.
Helen R. Magnell, 89, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 15, 2008, at St. Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Magnell was a native of New York City, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1997. Mrs. Magnell was a medical secretary. She was of the Protestant faith.
Services: Private services will be held at a later date in New York.
Survivors: Her daughter, Carla Joy Apostola, St. Augustine; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John P. Magnell.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/16/08)
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MAHAR, Leo
Leo Mahar, 74, passed away on July 9, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2391 on U.S. Highway 1 in St. Augustine.
(St Augustine Record, 07/11/08)
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MAJOR, Jane C.
Jane C. Major, 86, died July 2, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
She was born in Trenton, Neb., to William and Myrtle Major. Jane earned a master's degree and worked for much of her life helping others as a social worker in New York City.
A gathering was held in her honor on July 6, 2006.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 07/08/08)
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MALTBY, Joseph Michael
Joseph Michael Maltby, 23, died unexpectedly at Shands Hospital on July 7, 2008.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at Craig Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at Craig Funeral Home, followed by burial at Pellicer Creek Cemetery.
Joseph leaves behind his mother, Joni Canova; brother, Frank Canova; uncle, Michael Carroccino; aunt and uncle, John and Theresa Tetlow; loving girlfriend, Jamie Taylor; and his loving dogs and cat and many friends.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/09/08)
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MALTBY, Raymond H.
Raymond H. Maltby, 76, of Ferrum, Va., died Feb. 3, 2008, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Virginia. Born in Palatka, Fla., Raymond graduated from Hastings High School and held a master's degree in entomology from the University of Florida. He was an avid fisherman and spent years in chemical research dealing with agricultural pests and controls. Following his retirement from Stauffer Chemical, he owned and operated Florida Independent Ag Supply, selling products in the Southern United States and Central America. Retiring from that, he moved to Virginia.
A memorial service will be held at the Masonic Lodge in Hastings on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m.
Surviving are his wife, Kathy of Ferrum, Va.; a sister, Nancy Baker. He has three sons, Raymond, Jr., and Patrick Maltby, and Jason Gonz and a daughter, Julie Spake. He had seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents A.L. (Billy) and Ruby Maltby, a brother, Billy D. Maltby, and a son, Chris Maltby.
Bassett Funeral Home, Basset, Va. in charge of Virginia arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/7/08)
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MANGUM, William "Tom" Thomas
William "Tom" Thomas Mangum, 65, of Hastings, passed away quietly Sunday morning at his home. Tom had served in the U.S. Air Force and worked for the Human Resources Department at NADEP in Jacksonville.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara; daughters, Sheila Peacher and Shirley Dichard; sons, Shannon Peacher and Shane Peacher; brother, Robert Mangum; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and his devoted companion, "Willy."
The Visitation will be Wednesday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be on Thursday at 11 a.m. at Flagler Estates Baptist Church.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/10/08)
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MANLANDRO, Victoria Rita
Victoria Rita Manlandro, of St Augustine, Fla., died Dec. 30, 2007, at the Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bayview. She was 92 years old. She was originally from Philadelphia, Pa., and had moved to St. Augustine four years ago. For many years she had worked
as a beautician.
She was a member of the Cathedral-Basilica Parish in St. Augustine and of St. Ann's Church in Wildwood, N.J. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, and The Legion of Mary and Sylvester Grande Lodge of Wildwood, N.J. In New Jersey, she was very involved in fundraising for the Wildwood Catholic School.
Evening Prayers will be Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Cathedral-Basilica followed by visitation until 8 p.m.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Cathedral-Basilica Friday morning at 10 with Christopher Liguori, parochial vicar, officiating. She will be buried at St. Mary's Cemetery in Cape May, N.J., Monday, Jan. 7, at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Victoria's name to the Cathedral-Basilica Altar Guild or the Cathedral Parish School Technology Department.
Survivors include her devoted daughter, Mary Grace Manlandro-Gardy, St. Augustine; her loving son, Dr. James J. Manlandro Jr., Dennisville, N.J.; eight beautiful grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.
She was a warm and caring lady, and her family loved her very much and will hold her love forever in the hearts.
She is predeceased by her husband, James J. Manlandro Sr., and her brother, Joseph De Luca.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 1/2/08)
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MANLEY, Eugenia (Gene) Nelson
Eugenia (Gene) Nelson Manley went home peacefully to the Lord on December 30, 2007. A native of New Jersey, she graduated East Orange High School in 1939 and attended Upsala College where she was passionately involved in choral music. Her love for the arts and music was passed on to her three children, who were raised in the Disciples of Christ Church.
Eugenia and her husband, John, relocated to Haddon Township, N.J. where they lived for 13 years before moving to St. Augustine in 1984 to be closer to family. She worked for Chubb Corporation in Philadelphia, Pa., and was also a wonderful homemaker. Most of all, she was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who taught the importance of education, hard work and integrity through her own example.
Eugenia was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 56 years, John R. Manley. She is survived by her daughter, Denise "Dee" (Manley) Esser and son-in-law George "Chip" Esser, St. Augustine, Linda Gene (Manley) Masucci and son-in-law Jack Anthony Masucci of Merritt Island, and son Dr. Richard Nelson Manley and daughter-in-law Deborah Suddeth Manley of Reston, Va., formerly of St. Augustine. Her six grandchildren, Rachel Denise and Christopher George Esser, Danielle Elizabeth and Jared Thomas Masucci and Kristen Elizabeth and Laura Gene Manley brought her great joy. She is also survived by her dear sister, Ruth Wright of Framingham, Mass.
A memorial is planned in St. Augustine at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to East Coast Cremation, Rockledge, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 01/04/08)
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MARCHETTI, Corinne Masi
Corinne Masi Marchetti, of St. Augustine, Fla., formerly of Harwinton and Burlington, Conn., passed away surrounded by her
family after a short illness and courageous battle against cancer. She was 78 years old and had just celebrated her 57th wedding anniversary
with her loving husband, Frank.
She was born and raised in New Britain, Conn., daughter to Jerry and Josephine Masi. She was married in 1950 and lived in Farmington, Harwinton and Burlington until moving to St. Augustine in 1999. Her special joys in life were being a housewife, mother, grandmother and friend. She retired from Finest Grocery Stores working in the Deli Department in Torrington.
She was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Harwinton, Conn., and St. Anastasia Church in St. Augustine, Fla., where she served as an Adoration participant of the Holy Eucharist for the past five years which she felt was an integral part of her faith.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Frank Marchetti; daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Jerry Curtiss of Northfield, Conn.; Joanne and Ricky Horton of LaGrangeville, N.Y.; sons and daughters-in-law, Frank and Nancy Marchetti of Southport, N.C., and Charles and Doreen Marchetti of Torrington, Conn.; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and dozens of nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her elder brother, Ron Masi.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, 2008 at the St. Anastasia Catholic Church at 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine, Fla.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: 3rd Floor Women's Center Renovations, St. Vincent Hospital Foundation, 1800 Barr St., Jacksonville, FL 32204, 904-308-7306.
For directions and to sign the online guest book, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 12/22/07)
A Memorial Mass for Corinne Machetti, 78, who died Dec. 10, 2007, will be held 9 a.m. on Friday, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church, 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine.
(St Augustine Record, 01/16/08) (Note: First published as Marchetti, now as Machetti.)
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MARTIN, Norman L.
Norman L. Martin, 82, of St. Augustine, passed away May 7, 2008, at the McGraw Center for Caring in Jacksonville after a battle with cancer. He was born May 5, 1926, in Buffalo, N.Y.
During World War II, he served in the Pacific Theatre aboard a PT boat. After the war, he graduated from the University of Buffalo, and spent over 40 years working for AT&T and BellSouth.
Norman was also a past president of the Telephone Pioneers. He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church. After retirement, he was an active volunteer for numerous groups, including RSVP, Meals on Wheels and Guardian ad Litem. He also worked as a mediator in the St. Johns County court system.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Maxine; one brother, Richard Martin of Sinclairville, N.Y.; two children, Ace Martin, Jacksonville, and Joy Day, St. Augustine; three grandchildren, Faith, Matthew and Alicia; two great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Jordan; and a cadre of friends too numerous to count.
Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, May 9, 2008, at Chapel Hill Memory Gardens, 850 St. Johns Bluff Rd. N., Jacksonville. Flowers are gratefully declined; however, contributions in Mr. Martin's name may be made to the Northeast Florida Community Hospice, 4114 Sunbeam Road, Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Chapel Hills Funeral Home, 904-641-9755.
(St Augustine Record, 05/09/08)
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MARTIN, Pearl Carter
Mrs. Pearl Carter Martin, 92, of 1030 Balmy Beach Drive and formerly of Great Falls, S.C., died Thursday, March 13, 2008, at Balmy Beach Retirement Home. Mrs. Martin was the widow of Charles Austin Martin.
Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Sunday at the graveside at Greenlawn Cemetery, Great Falls, with The Rev. Randall Ruble, officiating.
Born in Embry, S.C., on July 25, 1915, Mrs. Martin was a daughter of the late Robert Frank and Manie Idora Myers Carter. She attended Winthrop College and was a graduate of Limestone College with a B.A. in Home Economics. She also earned a master's degree in religious education from Southern Seminary in Louisville, Ky. She was a former member of First Baptist Church of Great Falls, and Westside Baptist Church of Gainesville.
Mrs. Martin was a Baptist missionary in the Appalachian mountains, a dietitian at Gaffney Junior College, and an English teacher at Westwood Junior High School in Gainesville. Often called "Minnie Pearl," she enjoyed dancing the Charleston and her favorite color was purple.
She was a passionate Gator fan, an avid reader, and a first-class cook who could whip up a Southern dinner complete with coconut cake in no time flat. Mrs. Martin was a teacher her entire life, both professionally and personally. While she had many talents, her greatest was her ability to teach love to her fellow man. She was a living example of the Christian life; she practiced what she preached. As a Christian, she was committed to promoting the spiritual growth of others without ever being judgmental. She always demonstrated her God-given gifts of a gentle spirit and amused others with her zany humor.
Surviving are her daughter, Barbara L. Martin and husband Randall Engar of Orlando; son, C. Richard Martin and wife Fawzia of St. Augustine; grandsons, Austin R. Martin of St. Augustine and Richard M. Leon of Costa Rica.
The family will receive friends from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Sunday at Dantzler-Baker Funeral Home, 26 Underwood Ave., Great Falls.
Memorials may be made to the Charlie Martin Education Fund, First Baptist Church, 606 Dearborn St., Great Falls, SC 29055, or to the Alzheimers Association, P.O. Box 7044, Columbia, SC 29202-7044. Please sign the guest book at www.staugustine.com
(St Augustine Record, 3/18/08)
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MARTINI, Charles Edward
Charles Edward Martini, 76, of St. Augustine, died June 4, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past four years, moving here from Rockaway Park, N.Y. He was a boiler repairman, retiring from Morris Oil Company. He was of the Catholic faith and he was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 5989 in Sheepshead Bay, N.Y. He was a loving husband and father.
Memorial services will held at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the Florida East Coast Humane Society, 1665 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Survivors: His wife of 37 years, Catherine Martini; children, Catherine Rhoades (Walter), Staten Island, N.Y., Robert Horne (Maria), San Diego, Calif., Cheryl Horne (Marcus Muir), of Orange Park, Christine Rominger (Perry), St. Augustine; grandchildren, Alexander Dawerdt, Katrina Black (Bryan), Anna, John, Caroline and Robert James Horne; and great-grandchild, Chase Addison Black.
In charge: St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
(St Augustine Record, 06/08/08)
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MARVIN, Edith Marie
Edith Marie Marvin born in Jacksonville, Fla., on March 31, 1931, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 30, 2008, after a long and cour-ageous battle with her health. Edith was a dedicated Christian woman who loved God more than anything else. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who always looked out for others before herself. She will always be remembered for her caring spirit and will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, William Earl and Mary Margaret Parrish.
Edith is survived by her dedicated and loving husband of 19 years, Robert (Bob) Marvin; her nine children: Brenda Powers, Katie Chadwick, Martha Primm, Mary Dunn, Judy Frost, Vickie Revolta, Steven Chadwick, Jim Chadwick and Raymond Chadwick; five stepchildren: Teresa Drury, Cynthia Marvin, Donna Richard, Robert Marvin and Ronald Marvin; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and many other loving friends. She was the last sibling of the Parrish children. She retired in 1990 from the State of Florida after 28 years of service as a Data Processing Coordinator.
A memorial service to celebrate her life and home going will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 5, 2008, in the Chapel at Craig Funeral Home, 1475 Old Dixie Hwy, St. Augustine, Fla.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2850 Isabella Blvd. No. 20, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 or the American Heart and Lung Association, 5851 St. Augustine Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32207.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/2/08)
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MASON, Ronald "Skip" Carnill
Ronald "Skip" Carnill Mason, 70, of North Vernon, Ind., died Friday, Jan. 11, 2008, at home.
He was born in Renova, Pa. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1963. When he retired in 1975, he became a laborer for J.E. Crosby Construction Co., Jacksonville. He later worked as an airplane mechanic for Grumman Aerospace (later Northrop Grumman Corp.) from 1989 to 2002.
He attended New Bethel United Methodist Church in Jennings County, Ind.
Services: A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
Survivors: His wife, Virginia Mason; his father, William C. Mason, of Deerfield Beach; sons Ronald Mason Jr. of Jacksonville and Duncan, Steven and David Mason, all of Fernandina Beach; daughters Neysa M. Harsh-Cumberworth of Butlerville, Ind., and Colleen F. Gatewood of Westport, Ind.; a step-son, Stanley Clarkson, of Columbus, Ind.; a brother, Richard L. Mason, of Atlanta, Ga.; a sister, Christine Kerr, of Lawrenceville, Ga.; six grandchildren; 12 step-grandchildren; and 15 step-great-grandchildren.
In charge: Dove-Sharp & Rudical Funeral Home in North Vernon, Ind.
(St Augustine Record, 01/13/08)
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MASTER, Joseph J.
Joseph J. Master, 84, of DeLand, Fla., died June 1, 2008. Memorial services will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church, DeLand, Fla., at 10 a.m. on June 7, 2008. A reception will follow the service at Stetson University Lynn Business School.
Joe is survived by his wife, Joan; his daughter, Jan Tomlinson Master, and her children, Jenai Baillie Master, Joel Master Kollinger and Michelle Grace Master of St. Augustine; his stepsons, Scott Popilek, his wife, Michelle, and their children, Madelyn and Gavin of Melbourne; Brian Popilek, his wife, Michelle, and their children, Katelyn, Amanda and Josh of Stuart; Steve Popilek and his wife, Mary, and their children, James and Steven of St. Petersburg; his granddaughter, Jessica Dorroll of Tennessee; and "puppies" Duke, Tiffany and Maggie.
Joe was predeceased by his daughter, Pamela Selene Master.
A veteran of World War II Joe was awarded three purple hearts during his combat service. He came to Florida following the war to continue his education receiving his bachelor of arts in history from Rollins College. After five years in the broadcasting industry, Joe decided on a career change into accounting, receiving his bachelor of business administration in accounting and master of arts in economics from Stetson University. He continued with graduate studies from University of Florida, where he was a professor of accounting.
In 1964, Joe began his distinguished service at Stetson University, teaching in the accounting department. Joe became chair of the accounting department in 1967 and began developing what became a premier accounting program, helping to train hundreds of Florida's and the nation's top accountants. Among his many professional honors, Joe was the 1978 recipient of Stetson University's McEniry Award for Excellence in Teaching, the highest honor Stetson bestows on active faculty; the first recipient of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountant's Outstanding Accounting Educator Award in 1985; and the Stetson University Distinguished Alumni Award in 1992. In 1994, Joe was appointed treasurer of Stetson's Board of Trustees, and a year later he became the first faculty member ever elected to voting Board membership. In 1995 he was awarded an honorary doctor of laws degree from Stetson and was appointed Professor of Accounting, Emeritus.
Joe has served as president and vice president of the West Volusia Committee of 100 and as an officer of the Stetson Business School Foundation. A business partner in varied ventures, Joe also served as a consultant to various businesses and individuals domestically and internationally. Joe was active as a trustee on the Bert Fish Foundation since 1991, serving as treasurer and executive vice-president. He was a Certified Public Accountant and partner in the firm bearing his name, Joseph Master & Company, CPAs, DeLand, Fla.
Memorial donations may be made to the Joe Master Life Endowed Challenger Scholarship at Office of Development, Stetson University, 421 North Woodland Boulevard, Unit 8286, DeLand, FL 32723 or St. Peters Catholic Church, 359 West New York Avenue, Deland, FL 32720. Lankford Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/05/08)
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MASTERS, Betty Lou
Betty Lou Masters, 81, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 1, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Masters was a native of St. Petersburg and had resided in St. Augustine most of her life. Mrs. Masters was a retired supervisor for Skinner Dairy Store. She was of the Catholic faith.
Services: 10 a.m. Saturday at San Sebastian Catholic Church. Officiating: The Rev. Thomas Walsh. Calling hours: 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel with prayers at 6 p.m. Burial: San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughters, Cecilia Keane, Sevierville, Tenn., Barbara Christman and Elease Usina, both of St. Augustine, Phyllis Usina, California; son, David Usina, St. Augustine; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St. Augustine Record, 02/05/08)
Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home Friday.
(Updated 2/7/08)
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MASTERS, Bruce "Claud" Nordan
Bruce "Claud" Nordan Masters passed away peacefully July 12, 2008, with family members at his side. He was 60 years old. Bruce was a native of St. Augustine and lived much of his life here. He served in the Florida National Guard for six years and graduated from Regents University. Bruce then earned a master's and Ph.D. from Texas Tech University.
He worked as a statistician at the Naval Aviation Depot in Jacksonville. He was also an adjunct professor for St. Johns River Community College and for St. Leo University.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 22 years, Candace Masters; son, Benjamin Masters; daughter, Amanda Tindell; grandchildren, Andrew, Meghan and Matthew Tindell; brothers, Barry Masters (Janet), Jody Masters, both of St. Augustine, Rodney Hesser (Tammy), of Granbury, Texas; sister, Karla Hill (George), of Newport News, Va.; and stepfather, Robert Hesser, of St. Augustine.
He was predeceased by his father, Karl O. Masters, and his mother, Betty Hesser. Bruce was a loving and devoted husband and father. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
A memorial service will be held Friday, July 18, 2008, at 3 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated. Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 07/17/08)
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MASTERSON, Shawna
Shawna Masterson, 9 months old, of St. Augustine, died June 1, 2008, at her home.
Services: Memorial services will be held Thursday evening at a family member's home. Burial: Will follow in Jasper, Ala.
Survivors: Her mother, Meloney Barnard; father, Brady Masterson; sister, Hailey Runion.
(St Augustine Record, 06/04/08)
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MATLOCK, J. Cecil
J. Cecil Matlock, 92, of St. Augustine, died June 5, 2008.
A private memorial service will be held.
Survivors: His daughter, Hope Barton; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 06/08/08)
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MATTHEWS, Floyd Leslie Jr.
Floyd Leslie Matthews Jr., of Ponte Vedra Beach, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2008. He was born in Charleston, S.C., and lived in the Jacksonville area since 1962. Floyd graduated from Forest High School and attended Florida State University, where he received his undergraduate degree and his law degree.
Floyd was a partner in the law firm of Childs, Reed and Matthews. He had a distinguished career as a trial attorney, beginning in 1974 as an assistant state attorney in Fort Lauderdale and then in Jacksonville, where he served as chief of the Felony Division and the chief of Special Prosecution. He was respected and admired by his peers for his skills in the courtroom as well as his honesty and integrity in and out of the courtroom.
Floyd was an AV-rated lawyer since 1985 and a member of The American Bar, The Florida Bar, The Jacksonville Bar, The American Board of Trial Advocates, The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers and the Association of American Trial Lawyers.
Floyd was a gifted athlete. He was the quarterback of his high school football team and played varsity baseball and basketball. He attended FSU on a baseball scholarship and was a loyal FSU fan. Floyd was an avid golfer and enjoyed snow skiing and mountain biking with his family. He also enjoyed coaching his children's numerous sports teams.
Floyd adored his children, and his favorite pastime was simply spending time with his family and doing things that the kids wanted to do.
Floyd is survived by his wife, Kimberly Grigsby Matthews; his children, Kirsten, Julianne, Jared, Scott, Alan and John (Karen) Matthews; father, Floyd L. Matthews; brother, Larry (Lou Ann) Matthews; nieces, Lane Matthews and Jordan Matthews; sister, Susan (Brad) Butler, and brother-in-law, Thomas Grigsby. His mother, Dorothy Bell Matthews, predeceased him.
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 2, at the Christ Episcopal Church of Ponte Vedra Beach, 400 San Juan Drive, with the Rev. Robert Morris and the Rev. Deacon Jo Hoskins officiating. A reception will follow in the courtyard of Christ Church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Matthews Children's Educational Fund, care of Regions Bank, 240 Ponte Vedra Park Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082.
Services under the direction and care of QUINN-SHALZ, A FAMILY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE
(St Augustine Record, 06/29/08)
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MATTOX, Thomas
Thomas Mattox, 42, of Satsuma passed away Friday, March 7, 2008.
He was born on Oct. 1, 1965, in Boynton Beach to parents, Thomas and Linda Mattox. Mr. Mattox served his country in the U.S. Army and was a welder. He was raised in Green Cove Springs and had a great love for the Lord. He enjoyed singing and his jail ministry. Mr. Mattox will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Mattox, and a son, Joshua Mattox. Survivors include his wife, Vanona Mattox; mother, Linda Layfield (Bill); sons, Devin Mattox, Jeremiah Mattox and Brandon Wellington; daughter, Ashley Fredrick; sisters, Vickie Lee Grady (Matthew), Stephanie Lester and Heather Dickerson (Mike); and brothers, Billy Layfield (Vickie) and Travis Layfield.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, at Broadus-Raines Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2008, at Russell Baptist Church with The Rev. Ronnie Surrency, officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in the church cemetery.
Please sign the family's online register book at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.
(St Augustine Record, 3/11/08)
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MAURO, Mildred Roberts
Mildred Roberts Mauro, 86, of St. Augustine, died May 17, 2008, at Earl B. Hadlow Center of Community Hospice of North East Florida, Jacksonville. Mrs. Mauro was a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine for 25 years. She was a member of Memorial Presbyterian Church and the wife of the late Gabriel Joseph Mauro.
Services: A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on May 22, 2008, at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Burial: San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: Daughter, Carol Ann Mauro, St. Augustine; son, Anthony James Mauro, Honolulu, Hawaii; and one grandson.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 05/20/08)
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MAY, Thomas J.
Thomas J. May, 90, of Jacksonville Beach, died May 17, 2008, in Jacksonville Beach. Mr. May was a native of Albany, N.Y., and graduated from Fordham University. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II.
Services: A private memorial mass will be held at St. Paul's Catholic Church of Jacksonville Beach at a later date. Anyone desiring to offer a memorial contribution, L'Arche Harbor House for the handicapped, 700 Arlington Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211, is suggested.
Survivors: His wife, Ann Marie; son, Thomas J. May II; daughters, Ann Marie and Patricia Ann Haley; and five grandchildren.
In charge: Loomis Funeral Home and Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 05/20/08)
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McCARTHY, Dorothy Johanna
Dorothy Johanna McCarthy, 85, of St. Augustine, died May 1, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. McCarthy was a native of New York, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1987. She was an attorney, a member of the St. Augustine Garden Club and St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Services: 9 a.m. Tuesday (today) at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. Burial: Calvary Cemetery in Queens County, N.Y.
Survivors: Her daughter, Gianna M. McCarthy; sons, Kenneth and David McCarthy; brother, Andrew Paretti; three grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Francis William McCarthy.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the College of New Rochelle, N.Y., Office of Giving, 29 Castle Place, New Rochelle, N.Y. 10805.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 5/06/08)
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McCOLLUM, Jackie Williams
Jackie Williams McCollum, 51, of Middleburg, Fla., passed away Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008. She was born to parents, Louis and Bessie McElroy on Aug. 26, 1956 in Henderson, Ky., and moved to the Middleburg area 10 years ago. Jackie loved NASCAR, especially Bill Elliott. She also loved owls and collected them for many years. Jackie was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend. She was a strong woman with a strong spirit and will be deeply missed.
Jackie is survived by her son, Kenny McCollum (Tiffany) of Middleburg; her daughter, Shannin Trodglen (Thomas) of Henderson, Ky.; five sisters: Thelma Jean Whittington of Jonesboro, Ga., Mary Lou Etta Hamby of Douglasville, Ga., Elizabeth Leola Chester of Jonesboro, Ga., Sheila Ann Damme (Rex) of Arkansas, and Judy Higginbotham (Bryan) of St. Augustine, Fla.; and six grandchildren whom she loved very dearly: Aaron, Steven, Katie Lynn, Justin, Timothy, and Kevin.
Memorial services will be held at Salvation Army Center for Worship and Service, 2795 C.R. 220, Middleburg, on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2008 at 6 p.m. officiated by Major Alan Phillips. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, Fla. (904) 284-4000.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/09/08)
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McCUTCHEON, Anita Louise
Anita Louise McCutcheon, 75, of St. Augustine, died on Feb. 11, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Anita was the daughter of Armand and Irene Houle and was a native and longtime resident of Woonsocket, R.I.
Anita had permanently resided in St. Augustine since 1977 after falling in love with St. Augustine while living here during the 1950s when she was a supportive U.S. Navy wife. Anita graduated from Holy Ghost Nursing College in Cambridge, Mass., and worked as a registered nurse for many years and particularly enjoyed her time spent as an ER nurse.
Anita was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Anita loved to travel and held great memories of her month in Germany during Octoberfest while visiting several of her children while they or their spouse served in the U.S. Army and were stationed in various parts of Germany. She also held dear to her the month spent traveling with her daughter, Pam, when they traveled out west to see the Grand Canyon and other sites. Her most fond memories were likely the days when she would pack up the station wagon, load up the eight kids and oftentimes their friends and take a day trip to Boston, the beach, the zoo or the park.
The St. Patrick's Day parade in South Boston was a given every year and was a guaranteed day out of school for the kids. More recently, Anita would fight her poor health to make it to the "condo" on Friday nights to spend an evening with the dear friends she met while briefly living there during renovations to her home. Many weekend days at the beach were followed by the boys heading to mom and dad's for an afternoon cookout with all of their friends. No matter how many would show up, mom always said there was room for one more. Holidays often meant taking in "orphans" whose families lived elsewhere.
Anita spent many enjoyable days in her crafts room making puzzles which she would frame and give away to family and friends. She also did beautiful needlepoint and embroidery which she also took pleasure in giving away as gifts.
Her most prized piece was a quilt with all 50 state flags embroidered which took her over a year to complete. It was so perfectly done that when she brought it to the quilt show she wasn't able to convince a number of the quilters it wasn't completed by machine. Anita was preceded in death by her husband of over 40 years, Buran "Mac" McCutcheon, and siblings Louise, Eugene and Richard Houle.
She is survived by daughters, Janice Shepard, her husband, Pete, and their daughters, April and Christy of Blackstone, Mass., and Pam McCutcheon of Boston; sons, Larry McCutcheon, his wife, Debbie, and children, Callie and Michael of Woonsocket, R.I., Chuck McCutcheon, his wife, Sandy, and sons, Callan and Blake of St. Augustine, Bruce McCutcheon, his wife, Robin, and children, Eric, Keri, and Keri's daughter, Kylie, of St. Augustine and Melissa Usina, her husband, Max, and their children, Katie and Brooke, Glen McCutcheon, his wife, Angi, and children, Colton and Madison of Hastings, Michael McCutcheon, his wife, Shelly, and children, Lonnie Stout and Sha` of St. Augustine, Ken McCutcheon and his wife, Meg, of St. Augustine.
She is also survived by brothers, Armand Houle of Woonsocket, R.I., Roland Houle of N. Smithfield, R.I., Gerry Houle of Woonsocket, R.I. and George Houle of Wichita, Kan.; and many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
A funeral mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church with the Rev. Terrence Morgan officiating with a reception to follow at the home of Michael and Shelly McCutcheon, 2466 Hydrangea St. A visitation will be held in the San Antonio Room at St. Anastasia beginning at 8 a.m. until the hour of the funeral mass. Interment will take place at a later date at the Precious Blood Cemetery in Woonsocket, R.I.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/19/08)
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McDONALD, Roger Kenneth
Roger Kenneth McDonald, 50, of Hastings, died Dec. 13, 2007, at his home. A native of New Hampshire, McDonald lived in Tampa for a time and moved to Hastings in 1990.
Survivors: daughter, Victoria Marie McDonald, Elkton; sons, Matthew Maurice McDonald, St. Augustine and Roger Joseph McDonald, Flagler Estates; sister, Robin Redgrave and brother, Francis Latullippe; two grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/16/07)
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McELROY, Mary Katherine Weidman
Mrs. Mary Katherine Weidman McElroy of St. Augustine, and most recently of Elkton, Fla., died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 27, 2008, three days before her 80th birthday in Flagler Hospital.
She was born at her home in St. Augustine on King Street on April 30, 1928, and was a life-long resident of St. Johns County. A former member of the Cathedral Basilica and San Sebastian Catholic Churches, she was devoted to her faith. She attended St. Ambrose Catholic Church after moving to Elkton three years ago.
Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband and best friend, William R. (Bill) McElroy; her parents, Doris H. and James A. Weidman, Sr.; her sisters, JoAnne W. Davis and Jacqueline W. McMahan,; and her brother, James A. Weidman, Jr.
She is survived by her children, Donna M. Lehman, of Winter Springs, Fla.; Katherine M. Mulally, Tallahassee, Fla.; and P. Kevin McElroy, Elkton, Fla. "Grammie," as she was known to her eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, is also survived by her huge family of in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.
A graduate of Ketterlinus High School in 1946, Mary was a loving and devoted wife, mother, friend and homemaker. Mary and her husband, Bill, were founding members of North St. Johns County Fire Station No. 12 and were active members for many years. She is greatly loved by her family and friends and will be sadly missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary's memory to Hospice of Northeast Florida, 525 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, FL 32084 or St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 6070 Church Road, Elkton, FL 32033.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at Craig Funeral Home followed by burial at San Lorenzo Catholic Cemetery.
Craig Funeral Home is serving the McElroy family.
(St Augustine Record, 4/30/08)
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McGEE, Helen Jean
Helen Jean McGee, Dec 11, 1917 - June 1, 2008, born in Youngstown, Ohio to Dr. Karl and Wanda Allison.
She graduated from Kent State University, later becoming a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Educational Society. She joined the Marine Corps February 1943 and was a member of the first class of women officers. Jean was a charter member of the memorial for Women in Military Service for America at Arlington National Cemetery.
She lived in St. Augustine for 35 years and was a teacher at Orange Street School, retiring in 1975. She was a member of Memorial Presbyterian Church and Flagler Hospital Auxiliary.
She is survived by her husband Major Charlie H. McGee, USMC (ret.) to whom she was married for 62 years, and children Nancy A. Capo and Charlie III; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
(St Augustine Record, 06/10/08)
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McGOWAN, Harriet Louise
Harriet Louise McGowan, 87, died July 14, 2008, at Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville. She was born in Kingston, N.Y. She was a registered nurse and had served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. She was a real estate agent in Phoenix, Ariz., for many years before retiring to St. Augustine.
Burial and services will be held in Tongore Cemetery, Kingston, N.Y., later this week.
She is survived by two sisters, Constance Bird and Priscilla Pierce, and many nieces and nephews.
Rest in peace, we love you and will miss you, Terry L. and Marsha Personeus.
(St Augustine Record, 07/16/08)
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McHENDRY, Virginia R.
Virginia R. McHendry, 92, of St. Augustine, died June 12, 2008, at the Grafton House.
Services: A memorial service will be held Friday, June 27, at 2 p.m. at Anastasia Baptist Church.
Survivors: Her daughter, Sally Cowan of "Keeping You in Stitches," and son, Pastor George McHendry, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and grandcats.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/22/08)
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McINTIRE, Barbara Ann
Barbara Ann McIntire, of Coquina Crossing in Elkton, passed away at Flagler Hospital on November 29, 2007.
She was born on February 7, 1937 in Pensacola to the late Buford and Cora Fiveash. Barbara's memory will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She was a thoughtful, loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and true friend to many people. She had been a resident of Coquina Crossing since 1999 and was very involved in the Coquina Chorus and related musical activities. She was a member of Moultrie Baptist Church.
She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, W H "Mac" McIntire of Elkton; daughters, Cynthea A Carlton and husband,
Carroll of Chesapeake, VA, Vanessa A Cubilla and her husband, Paul of Jacksonville, FL, grandchildren, Craig and Cody Carlton of Chesapeake, VA, and Ashely Enos and Logan Cubilla of Jacksonville; a sister, Lou Harley and her husband, George of Pensacola, a brother, James Fiveash and his wife, Sara of Pensacola, a sister-in-law Dodie Gale of Littleton, CO; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a m on Friday December 7, 2007 at Barrancas National Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing can make a donation in her memory to the American Lung Association, 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006 or to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75231-4596.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home in St Augustine is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/04/07)
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McINTIRE, Margery D.
Margery D. "Peg" McIntire, 97, of St. Augustine, died May 29, 2008, at her home. Services: A memorial service will take place in a few weeks.
Survivors: Her son, Jo.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon, and her daughter, Gillian.
(St Augustine Record 05/31/08)
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McLAIN, Tracy (Dryden)
Tracy (Dryden) McLain, 32, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Jan. 25, 2008. She was born July 20, 1975, in Fort Stewart, Ga.
She leaves behind her father, Stewart D. McLain (Jennifer), and mother, Deborah L. Welsh (Samuel), all of Jacksonville; her other loving parents, Richard and Brenda Dryden, of St. Augustine; sisters Jessica Welsh Deyoe of St. Louis, Mo., and Brandy and Samantha Welsh of Jacksonville; her foster brothers, Tony and Ricky Dryden; a foster sister, Cindy Dryden; three nephews, Kaleb Deyoe and Michia Eckelberger of St. Louis, Mo., and Reese Greco of Jacksonville; her grandmothers, Kate McLain and Betty Melcolm, both of Jacksonville, and Joyce Welsh of St. Louis, Mo.; and her loving aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Visitation will be held 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home, 209 S. Ponce de Leon Boulevard. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at McDowell Baptist Church, 16 Bay View Dr., St. Augustine, with the Rev. John Fletcher officiating.
Interment will be at 2 p.m. at Beaches Memorial Park, 1500 Main St., Atlantic Beach.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society, Community Hospice of NE Florida, or to a charity of your choice.
Services under the care and direction of Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home, St. Augustine.
(St Augustine Record, 01/27/08)
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McKETTRICK, Evelyn Delores
Evelyn Delores McKettrick, 83, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 6, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Hospice Center in Jacksonville. Mrs. McKettrick was a native of New York, N.Y., and had resided in the St. Augustine area for the past 30 years. Mrs. McKettrick was a retired business owner. She owned Michael's Italian Food in Jacksonville Beach for many years and later a day-care center.
Services: Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Craig Memorial Park Cemetery (formerly St. Augustine Memorial Park). Officiating: The Rev. Samuel Cywiak.
Survivors: Her daughter, Sherrill Powers, St. Augustine; son, Michael McKettrick, Nevada; one granddaughter; and one great-grandchild.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/09/08)
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McKINNEY, John Robert Jr
John Robert McKinney Jr., 50, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 17, 2007, at his home. Mr. McKinney was a native of Wheeling, WV.,
and had resided in St. Augustine since 1990. Mr. McKinney was disabled.
Services: None.
Survivors: His father, John R. McKinney, Sr., Palm Coast; sons, John R. McKinney III, Follansbee, WV., and Gary McKinney, Wheeling; sister, Jackie Burgess, Sikeston, MO.; two grandsons.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/18/07)
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McPHERSON, Ella Mae
Ella Mae McPherson, St. Augustine, died Dec. 30, 2007 at St. Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. McPherson was a native of Middleburg, Fla., and had resided in St. Augustine for over 50 years. She was a retired cook for the Florida School for the
Deaf and the Blind and a member of St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. today at Chase Chapel with The Rev. Tim Lozier, officiating. Calling hour will be from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. Burial will follow in San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors include two nephews, Thomas (Sybil) Lindsey, Delaware, and Troy Lindsey, Washington, D.C.; one great-nephew, Teon Lindsey, Washington, D.C.; god-son, Terrance McClain, St. Augustine; devoted sister-in-law, Mabel Lindsey, Washington, D.C.; god-daughter, Charlotte Simms of Florida; loving neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. Millard and Sharyn Coley, all of St. Augustine.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/04/08)
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McSWAIN, Glennetta R
Glennetta R. McSwain, 60, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 17, 2007, at her home. Mr. McSwain was a native of Columbus, IN, and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 31 years. Mrs. McSwain was a member of the Daughters of the American Legion and had worked for the American Legion Post No. 37.
Services: Private services are planned.
Survivors: Her sister, Janet Campbell, Kissimmee, FL.; brothers, Terry Campbell and Tiny Campbell, both of St. Augustine.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Cremation and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/18/07)
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MEADE, Patricia Carter
Patricia C. Meade, a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine, passed away March 31, 2008. She was 77 years old. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, past president of the Flagler Hospital Auxiliary, and a member of the Junior Service League, the Camellia Garden Club and the Women's Exchange.
She is survived by her daughter: Melinda (Rob) Bergbom; and her son: Mike (Brenda) Meade both of St. Augustine; her grandchildren: Tracy (Kevin) Rowland, and Joshua (Jessica) Meade; and three great-grandchildren: Mallory, Eden, and Ali.
She was predeceased by her husband E.B. "Bert" Meade and a daughter, Suzanne P. Meade.
The visitation for Mrs. Meade will be held on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Friday in the chapel of Craig Funeral Home with Ted Meade, officiating. Interment will follow at Craig Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations should me made in Mrs. Meade's memory to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road. Jacksonville, FL 32257, www.communityhospice.com, or to the American Cancer Society, 2650 Isabella Blvd., Suite 20, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, www.cancer.org
For directions and to sign the on line guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/3/08)
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METRAKOS, Alexander Peter
Alexander Peter Metrakos, 61, of St. Augustine, died December 8, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Metrakos was a native of Milwaukee, Wis., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 27 years. Mr. Metrakos was a self employed investor and he served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He was a member of the Greek Orthodox faith.
Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Officiating: The Rev. Nikitas Theodosion. Calling hours: 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home. Burial: San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: His sons, Peter Alexander Metrakos and Alexander Cosmo Metrakos, both of St. Augustine; daughters, Andria Metrakos, Rochester, MI., Aanya Rispoli, Phoenix, AZ., Christiana Marie Metrakos and Sophia Alexis Metrakos, both of St. Augustine; one brother, The Rev. Aris Metrakos, Columbia, S.C.; three grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to www.americanspportsyou.mil or amillionthanks.org, both non-profit groups that support our military personnel.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/12/07)
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METZGER, George W.
Mr. Metzger was a native of Chicago, Ill., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past nine years. Mr. Metzger was a graphic arts sales manager for several plastic companies, and he served his country in the U.S. Army.
Services: 3 p.m. Saturday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: Mr. Metzger is donating his body to the Florida Anatomic Board at the University of Florida to advance medical science.
Survivors: His wife, Alice Metzger; son, George "Rusty" Metzger Jr., Chicago; and one grandson. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Vlasta Metzger. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in his memory may be made to Flagler Hospital.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record,
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MEYERS, Ernest William
Ernest William Meyers, 80, St. Augustine, died Jan. 6, 2008 at Flagler Hospital. He was born in Bronx, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 2004, moving here from Charleston, S.C. He served in the U.S. Navy for 32 years, a veteran of World War II, the Korean Conflict, and Vietnam, before retiring. After retiring from the Navy he worked as a receiving manager at Kmart for 14 years and then for Wal-Mart for 10 years. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, Fleet Reserve, and a member of the Cathedral Parish.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Timothy Lozier, pastor, officiating.
Interment services with military honors will be conducted 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2008, at Carolina Memorial Gardens in Charleston, S.C. Flowers are gratefully accepted or those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to your favorite charity.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Fran Meyers.
He is survived by his daughter, Jan Stevens-Casto (Michael), St. Augustine; two sons, David Cargile (Linda) and Tommy Cargile, Atlanta; 10 grandchildren, Patrick, Amy, Matthew (Candice), Kelli, Christy, Heather, Jason, Josh, Christian, Tyler; and five great-grandchildren, Caden, Lyla, Taylor, McKenna and Mason; nephew, Leo Dubois, Ron Kon Komo, N.Y.; and one niece, Dorothy Hamer, Oklahoma.
We will miss you, our beloved Papa Ernie!
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/08/08)
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MICHAUX, Samuel R.
A memorial gathering celebrating the life of Samuel R. Michaux, 66, of Palm Coast, Fla., who passed away on Monday, April 21, 2008, at Florida Hospital Flagler, Palm Coast, will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home, 511 Old Kings Road. South, Flagler Beach, Fla.
Samuel was born on Feb. 1, 1942, in Elloree, S.C., to the late Richard V. and Ina (Polin) Michaux.
He retired from the United States Marine Corps after 20 years of service. While serving with the Marines, Samuel was a drill instructor, and he was a veteran of the Vietnam War.
He moved to Palm Coast in 1996, coming from Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Samuel was a 32nd-Degree Mason, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Annette Michaux of Palm Coast, Fla.; his son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Jennifer Michaux of St. Augustine, Fla.; two grandsons, Ty McComas of Columbia, S.C., and Jeremy Michaux of St. Augustine, Fla.; and his sister, Sheryle Frederic of Greenwood, S.C.
Samuel was preceded in death by his daughter, Kim.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Samuel to the American Cancer Society, 1620 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Suite 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32119 or to the Flagler Humane Society, 1 Shelter Drive, Palm Coast, FL 32137.
For on-line condolences go to: www.craigflaglerpalms.com, "On-Line Obituaries."
Arrangements are in the care and trust of Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/24/08)
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MICKLER, Bryant Hampton
Bryant Hampton Mickler, 89, of Blackshear, Ga., died Jan. 1, 2007, at Satilla Regional Medical Center in Waycross, Ga., following an extended illness. Mr. Mickler was a native of Palm Valley, Fla., and had lived there all of his life before moving to Pierce County four years ago. Mr. Mickler was a retired farmer and stock raiser, and he attended First Baptist Church in Blackshear.
Services: A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn Cemetery in Jacksonville, Fla. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home in Blackshear. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: His daughters, Clara Spellman, Blackshear, and Norma Jean Bishop, Palm Valley; sons, Bryant M. Mickler, Grandin, Fla., and Merlin H. Mickler, Live Oak, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one sister, Jessie Lavinghouse, St. Augustine; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Sarah Jones Mickler. Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithfuneralhome.us.
In charge: Smith Funeral Home, Blackshear, Ga.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/03/08)
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MICKLER, Margaret Williams
Margaret Josephine Williams Mickler, 96, went to be with her Lord on Monday, April 7, 2008, at San Marco Terrace where she spent the last few years being cared for by a staff of loving individuals, Hospice, and devoted family members. Margaret spent most of her life in St. Johns County. She was the eldest daughter of Saxby Chaplin and Madge Sims Williams and was born in Lake Helen, Fla., on Oct. 9, 1911. Margaret lived with her family for several years in Elkton and attended St. Ambrose Catholic School. For high school, Margaret moved to St. Augustine to live with cousins Marie and Hazel Sims. She attended St. Joseph Academy where she played basketball for Coach Slade Pinkum, graduating in 1931.
Margaret went to work as one of the "McCrory Girls" at McCrory's Department Store. A few years later, on July 24, 1934, she married Florence Dominic Mickler (Gator or Jake to his friends), youngest son of Charles Borremeo and Oriena Pellicer Mickler. Margaret served as president of the St. Agnes PTA where she served hot lunches to the students and shuttled them to field trips and picnics. She worked for a few years as a proof reader for The St. Augustine Record, before going to work for the City of St. Augustine in the Water Works Department.
Retiring from the City at age 65, she embraced the game of golf, and became a member of the Ladies Golf Association at the Ponce de Leon Country Club. She and Gator often played golf and traveled with their children to various locations such as the Blue Ridge Mountains, Canada, Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., The Grand Ole Opry, Disney World and The Masters. Margaret joined Gator working part-time for Townet Press Inc., until they both retired in December of 2000.
Margaret was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She enjoyed their many activities as well as the fellowship of this wonderful group of women who became her life-long friends. During her life Margaret attended St. Agnes and the Cathedral and most recently San Sebastian Church. For many years she was an active member of the Catholic Daughters of America. Margaret and Gator were married for 68 years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grand mother, great-grandmother and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Calling hours are 6-8 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2008, at Craig Funeral Home with prayers at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2008, at San Sebastian Catholic Church, with Rev. Thomas P. Walsh, officiating. Burial will follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Florence D. Mickler; parents, Saxby and Madge Williams; sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Walter Huff; sister, Dolores Williams; and her brother and sister-in-law, David and Ethel Williams.
Survivors include sons, Charles Richard (Dorothy) Mickler, Lake Worth, Fla.; Gerald Thomas (Maria) Mickler; Ronald David (Martha) Mickler; daughters Florence Ann (Tom) Clarke; and Margaret Oriena "Mickey" Mickler, all of St. Augustine. Margaret had 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
(St Augustine Record, 4/11/08)
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MIDDLETON, Sue Adine, Dr.
Dr. Sue Middleton, 74, longtime resident of St. Augustine, died on May 29, 2008.
She was a local psychologist for many years. Middleton was born in Texas while her father, an Elkton native, was in the military.
She attended Orange Street School during World War II and graduated from Fort Lauderdale High School and Polk Community College. She returned to St. Augustine after receiving her master's and doctoral degrees at the University of South Florida, where she met and married Dr. Henry Bates.
Although primarily in private practice in St. Augustine, she was also affiliated with Flagler Hospital, St. Augustine General Hospital and the St. Augustine Psychiatric Center. In addition, she worked at the Tampa Veteran's Administration Hospital and at Oak Center in Jacksonville. Middleton was also involved with numerous professional and community projects.
She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Dr. Henry D. Bates, St. Augustine; her brother, Stephen C. Middleton, West Palm Beach; sons, David H. Sikes, M.D., Wesley Chapel, Leon (Buster) Sikes III and daughter, Nancy Sikes Kline, both of St. Augustine; seven grandchildren: Stephen, A.J., Michael Sikes, Margo and Haley Sikes and Jacob and Luke Kline.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Sue Middleton will be held at the Center for Positive Living, 1795 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to Middleton House, c/o the City of St. Augustine Archeology Program, will be appreciated.
(St Augustine Record, 07/10/08)
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MIDGLEY, Amelia "Amy" C.
Amelia "Amy" C. Midgley, 72, of St. Augustine, died April 16, 2008, at her home.
She was a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., and a longtime resident of Hunterdon County, N.J. She had lived here since 1988.
She was a retired bookkeeper in the health-care industry and a homemaker.
She was a member of the Catholic faith.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 20, from 2-4 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. Prayers begin at 2 p.m. with The Rev. Thomas Walsh.
Survivors: daughter, Jane Midgley of Howell, N.J.; sons, Bill Midgley of St. Augustine, Fla., and Jeff Midgley of Branchburg, N.J.; sisters, Maryann Tallon of St. Augustine, Fla., and Dorothy Hartsell of Hunterdon, N.J.; and two grandchildren.
Amy was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick "Dick" Midgley.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made in her honor to the Lupus Foundation of America, 2000 L. St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20036
In charge: Craig Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/18/08)
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MIER, Emily W.
Emily W. Mier, 77, of St. Augustine, passed away peacefully at Flagler Hospital on Sunday, April 20, 2008.
She was born in Sylvester, Ga., on March 15, 1931, to Ruth Alford Wimpy and Monty Hope Wimpy. She has resided in St. Augustine since 1954. It was in St. Augustine that she met her husband of 48 years, Charles D. Mier. Charlie and Emily were the parents of one daughter, Jennie.
Emily was of the Methodist faith and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
She loved to dance, and she and her husband were long-time members of the St. Augustine Ballroom Dance Association. Emily was as a supervisor for the St. Johns County Clerk of Courts.
Emily was preceded in death by her husband; her parents, Ruth Alford Wimpy Calhoun and Monty Hope Wimpy; her brother, Jack Alford Wimpy; and her sister, Dorothy W. Hays.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennie M-P Powers (Glen); two granddaughters, Olivia Michelle Ponce and Lindsey Caroline Powers; her sister, Ruth W. Herman (Jack); brother-in-law James Hays; sisters-in-law Bobbie Wimpy and Marjorie Mier; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation with Emily's family will be held at Craig Funeral Home Wednesday, April 23, between the hours of 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Craig Funeral Home on Thursday, April 24, at 1:00 p.m. The service will be officiated by the Rev. Dr. Pat Turner-Sharpton, pastor, First United Methodist Church.
Flowers are gratefully accepted, or those wishing may make a donations can be made in Emily's name to the Alzheimer's Association, 2131 Mango Place, Jacksonville, FL 32207 or the St. Augustine Humane Society, 1665 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/23/08)
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MILES, Robley Matthews, O.D.
Robley Matthews Miles, O.D., 84, Crescent Beach, Fla., passed away on Feb. 13, 2008. He was known affection-ately as "R.M." or "Bob" by family and friends.
Dr. Miles was born April 11, 1924 in St. Augustine, Fla., the third son of Edgar Samuel Miles and Hortense Matthews Miles. He was a graduate of Hastings High School where he played on the state championship football team. He attended Citadel Military Academy. Upon the onset of World War II he joined the Army Air Corps rising to rank of lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force. After the war, he attended William and Mary College and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, graduating with degrees in biology and chemistry. He went on to receive a master's in marine biology from Florida State University in 1952.
After marrying Dorothea Anne (Dotsy) Thedieck of Suffolk, Va,, he returned to Hastings, Fla., and joined his father in the Miles Potato Corporation providing fresh potatoes to the A&P supermarket chain. In 1961, he decided to pursue another career path and subsequently received a Doctorate of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tenn. in 1965. Upon graduation, he moved to Daytona Beach and practiced in the area for the next 30 years. During the early 1970s, he taught physics and biology at Daytona Beach Junior College, now Daytona Beach College, as well as Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.
He was a life member of both the National Rifle Association and Daytona Beach Lions Club. In 1992, Dr. Miles turned his optometric practice over to four of his sons who continue it to this day and returned to Crescent Beach where he resumed his first love of farming. He was the general manager and operating partner of Hy-Sandy Farms, Inc., a family owned and operated corporation that provided red potatoes to the fresh produce market. He was a successful farmer who knew that crops were best grown in the shadow of the farmer. He was a great teacher and every spring he could be found in the potato fields checking the crop or hoeing his garden surrounded by family and friends. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was well read and a life-long student. He passed these loves on to a second generation of family and friends alike.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dotsy; nine children; and 18 grandchildren.
Survivors include: Matt and Adriane Miles (Daytona Beach), with Sean and Catheryn; Dr. David and Jill Miles (St. Augustine) with Ryan and Shannon; Dr. Steven and Nancy Miles (Daytona Beach) with Sarah, Jason, Monica and Nathan; Dr. Henry and Karen Miles (St. Augustine) with Courtney and Zach; Dr. Charlie and Tina Miles (St. Augustine) with Gene and Jennifer; John and Katie Miles Philpy (Eads, Colo.) with Miles, Caitlin and Charles Nolan; Dr. Fred Miles and Tracy Gribble (St. Augustine); Dr. Dan and Linda Miles (Daytona Beach) with daughter Amanda, and Richard and Amy Miles Redick (Ponte Vedra Beach) with Robley James (R.J.), Ava Grace and Keaton.
R.M. lived a long and full life filled with many cherished family memories. He was proud of the accomplishments of his children and in his later years of his grandchildren. In these later years, his happiest times were spent on the porch of his home enjoying the sea breeze or marsh sunsets surrounded by children and grandchildren discussing the world around him.
Dr. Miles was predeceased by two older brothers, Neil and Sam who died in childhood, and a younger brother, Eugene Frederick Miles (Coral Gables, Fla.).
The family will receive friends at Craig Funeral Home in St. Augustine from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008 with a brief service at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully request donations in the name of Robley Matthews "R.M." Miles to Halifax Health Foundation, P.O. Box 9718 Daytona Beach, FL 32120 or the FSU College of Medicine, Attention Daytona Beach Regional Medical School Campus, c/o Marcia O'Donovan Bourdon, P.O. Box 3064300, Tallahassee, FL 32306-4300.
(St Augustine Record, 2/15/08)
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MILLER, Arthur Eugene
Arthur Eugene Miller, 85, of St. Augustine, died April 7, 2008, at Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bay View. Mr. Miller was a native of BonSecour, Ala., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1982. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans and a member of CROP Walk. He was also a signal school instructor serving in the U.S. Coast Guard and a member of Memorial Lutheran Church.
Services: A service will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Craig Memorial Park. Officiating: The Rev. Kerry Hinkley. Burial: Craig Memorial Park Cemetery.
Survivors: His son, Don Miller, Monetta, S.C.; sister, Carolyn Plash, Gulf Shores, Ala.; brother, George Miller, Fairhope, Ala.; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Flowers are gratefully declined those wishing to make a donation may make them to The Lutheran Church Building Fund, 3375 U.S. 1 South, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/10/08)
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MILLER, Joseph J.
Joseph J. "JJ" Miller, 86, of St. Augustine has joined his loving wife of 64 years, Sadie, to continue their fabulous dance throughout eternity. JJ was the type of person who never knew a stranger and he passed this on to his children, Alecia Miller, of Tucson, Arizona, Nancy Rolnick, of Jacksonville, Randy Miller and his wife, Pam of Atlanta, Ga. JJ also had five cherished and beloved grandchildren, Zach Miller, Claudia Miller, Ben Miller, Brian Cohen and Miri Cohen. JJ had one niece, Debbie Rudolph, of Vineland, N.J. He is also survived by his sister, Beatrice Beigel, of Washington.
JJ was preceded in death by his beloved sister, Ruby Blinchikoff, and a grandson, Lance Cohen.
JJ was most active in the St. Augustine community over the past 25 years. He was past president of the Riverview Club, past president of the St. Augustine Ballroom Association, board member of the Anastasia Condo Association, proudly served as an honorary deputy sheriff of St. Johns County and was a Mason and Shriner.
In lieu of flowers, due to the incredible loving care that was given to JJ, the family requests that all donations be given to the Earl B. Hadlow Hospice Center for Caring, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Graveside funeral services will be held 12:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 14, 2008 at Evergreen Cemetery.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Mandarin Chapel.
(St Augustine Record, 01/14/08)
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MILLIGAN, John Henry
John Henry Milligan, 55, of Raleigh, N.C., died March 8, 2008, at his home on Erinsbrook Drive. Mr. Milligan was born April 11, 1952, and was a native of St. Augustine. He was a graduate of the Richard J. Murray High School and St. Augustine College in Raleigh, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and was employed as a lab technician at Duke University Hospital.
Services: Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday at Raleigh Seventh Day Adventist Church, 4825 Dillard Ave. Officiating: The Rev. Bob Cundiff. Calling hours: The family received friends from noon to 1 p.m. at the church. Burial: Was held at noon Monday, March 17, 2008, at the Salisbury National Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife, Jacqueline Milligan, Durham; sons, Jason Burrell, Raleigh, and Rahmel Haggerty, Atlanta; daughters, Leslie Thomas, West Palm Beach, and Tonia Outlaw, Spring Lake, N.C.; his mother, Martha Richardson Milligan, St. Augustine; brother, Samuel Milligan, Baltimore, Md.; sisters, Patricia McCormick, St. Augustine, Felicia Walker, Bronx, N.Y., and Joann Pettiford, Durham; 12 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, John Henry Milligan Sr.
In charge: Ellis D. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 419 Dowd St./P.O. Box 645, Durham, NC 27702-0645.
(St Augustine Record, 3/18/08)
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MILLIGAN, John Henry Jr.
A memorial service for John Henry Milligan Jr., who passed away March 12, 2008, will be held 11 a.m. today at New Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, 676 Christopher St. The Rev. Ronald Stafford, pastor, will officiate.
(St Augustine Record, 3/29/08)
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MITCHELL, Michael T.
Michael T. Mitchell of Vilano Beach, 42, died June 13.
Michael was a local artist and musician originally from Indianapolis, Ind. He is predeceased by his father, Lawrence Mitchell, of Indianapolis.
He leaves his beloved Trudy; his mother, Rosemary Mitchell; and sister, Margaret Mitchell, both of Sedona, Ariz.; brothers, John and Steven Mitchell, both of Indianapolis; niece, Sierra Mitchell; nephew, Ryan Mitchell; and good friend Marian Buckland. Michael was a very spiritual man, helping many others along the way and known for his gentle and loving nature.
No flowers please. Michael would care more for donations to H.A.W.K.E., the organization that cares for wounded animals from the wild. Donations may be sent in his name to H.A.W.K.E., P.O. Box 188, Elkton, Fla. 32033.
A memorial service in celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, June 19, at Vilano Beach at 9:30 a.m.
(St Augustine Record, 06/18/08)
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MIXON, Richard Eugene
Richard Eugene Mixon, 71, of St Augustine died January 8, 2007 at the Roberts Care Center Hospice in Palatka. He was born in Sumpter County and was a long-time resident of Jacksonville before retiring to St Augustine in 2002. He was a graduate of Andrew Jackson High school in Jacksonville. Mr Mixon served in the Army in the 1950s, later worked in management for Smurfit-Stone Container Corp for nearly 48 years.
Services: Graveside funeral services with military honors will be held at 11 am on Tuesday at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell. Flowers are gratefully declined andthose wishing may make a donation in his memory to St Augustine Genealogical Society Book Fund, 6670 US 1 South, St Augustine, FL 32086.
Survivors: He is survived by his wife, Edie Mixon of St Augustine; four children; several grandchildren; a sister, Bobby Conway, Orlando; and brother, Victor Allen of Jacksonville.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/13/07)
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