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Phyllis Frances Monahan, 81, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 22, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Monahan was a native of
Queens, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1996. Mrs. Monahan was a retired customer service representative for Sears & Roebuck.
Services: Funeral services will be held in New York later this week. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: Long Island National Cemetery.
Survivors: Her son, Stephen Monahan, St. Augustine; sister, Sophie Bruns, Hackensack, N.J.; two grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/24/08)
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Jeannette Roberts Monroe, 59, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 27, 2007, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville.
She was a St. Augustine native and lived in the area most of her life. She was a retired accountant with the state.
Services: Graveside services, 10 a.m., Thursday at San Lorenzo Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home. Officiating: the Rev. Thomas Walsh. Burial: San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: Mother, Valerie Roberts; daughters: Angie Monroe, St. Augustine, and Heather Kramer, Palm Coast; son, James Monroe, Hastings; sisters: Pam Drasher, Diane Edwards and Tammy Holcomb, all of St. Augustine; brother, Joseph Roberts, St. Augustine; four grandchildren.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St. Augustine Record, 1/1/08)
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MONTANO, Cesar Martin
Cesar Martin Montano, 27, of Miami, died Dec. 12, 2007, from a boating accident.
Services: Private family services were held Saturday, Dec. 15, at Masters Funeral Home of Palatka.
Survivors: His wife, Jennifer Montano; and his mother, Fabiola Montano.
In charge: Masters Funeral Home of Palatka.
(St Augutrine Record, 12/20/07)
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MOONEY, Alice Jeane
Alice Jeane Mooney, 62, of Vilano Beach, died Jan. 12, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville. Mrs. Mooney was a native of Ft. Lauderdale and had resided in Vilano Beach for the last 10 years. Mrs. Mooney was a homemaker and was involved with the Christ Lutheran Church in Ft. Lauderdale.
Services: A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Craig Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Community Hospice of NE Florida (800) 274-6614 in Alice's name.
Survivors: Her husband, Brian Mooney; sister, Diane Hall; brother, Dan Hartman.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/15/08)
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MOORE, Andrew M. Sr.
Andrew M. Moore, Sr., St. Augustine, died peacefully at the Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bayview at the age of 91 on July 4, 2008. He was born in Peekskill, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 30 years, moving here from Stamford, Conn. Prior to moving to St. Augustine he had resided in New York and Connecticut for 62 years. He was retired from a family owned business. He was a former member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 611 and No. 7121, was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and also attended the Cathedral Basilica.
Crypt side services will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday July 9, 2008 at Daytona Memorial Park. He will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife and best friend, Grace Mary Moore, who preceded him in death in 1990.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in his memory to a charity of your choice.
He is survived by his son, Andrew M. Moore, Jr. (Diane), St. Augustine; two grandchildren, David Moore, Richfield, Conn., Pamela Taylor, Raleigh, N.C.; two great-grandsons, Justin and Nicholas Taylor; one sister, Helen Hebert (Leo), North Carolina; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Judith Moore, three brothers and one sister.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/09/08)
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MOORE, Glenn Earl
Glenn Earl Moore, 56, son of William E. Moore & Mary Clare (Ellzey) Moore, St. Augustine Fla., died peacefully at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville, Fla., on Thursday, July 31, 2008.
At Mr. Moore's request services will be held on Islamorada Key at a future date.
Survivors include daughters, Julie Steele (Joe) and Jessica Barrett (David); grandchildren, Anastasia and Samuel Steele and Mya Barrett; stepmother, Ivy D. Moore; former spouse, Kathryn McLean.
He was predeceased by his parents and siblings William, Charles & Carol.
Glenn was an accomplished Master Diver, working with the Jacksonville Shipyards and with local shrimp boat owners repairing and salvaging vessels. He was a skilled carpenter and mechanic who served the Florida State School for the Deaf & the Blind, Wise Potato Chip Co. and Wernick's Lumber Co. He generously shared his skills with local individuals and families who needed assistance.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be sent to: Community Hospice of NE FL 4266 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, Fl 32257 or The March of Dimes, 4040 Woodcock Road, Suite 147, Jacksonville, FL 32207 or the Ronald McDonald House, 824 Children's Way, Jacksonville, FL 32207.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 08/02/08)
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MOORE, Joseph Fred "Joe" Sr.
Joseph Fred "Joe" Moore Sr., 69, St. Augustine, died July 19, 2008, at his home. He was born in Miami and resided in St. Augustine for the past 14 years, moving here from West Palm Beach. He worked as a manager for United Parcel Service, retiring after 25 years of service. He was a great husband and father who was dedicated to his love of family and fishing.
Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008 at the chapel of St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 State Road 207.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sandra Gail Moore, St. Augustine; two daughters, Terrie Bigbie, Edgewater, and Tammie Padula, Hardeeville, S.C.; two sons, Joseph Fred Moore Jr., Fleming Island, and Kenny Moore, St. Augustine; one brother, Otis Moore, Miami; one sister, Shirley Gale, Hawthorne; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/23/08)
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MORROW, Gaydean Crosswhite
Gaydean Crosswhite Morrow, 64, of Nicholls, Ga. and a former resident of St. Augustine, died May 25, 2008, at her home. She was a native of Mississippi County, Mo. She was a homemaker and the widow of the late William Edward Morrow of St. Augustine.
Services: Funeral Services were held 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Chapel of Sims Funeral Home. Officiating: Rev. William Lester. Burial: St. Augustine Memorial Park.
Survivors: Her daughters, Katherine Ann Bradley Smith, Palmyra, Ind., Nadine Renee Yawn, Nicholls, Ga., Caline Joy Brooks, New Albany, Ind.; her brother, Frank Crosswhite, St. Augustine; her sisters, Faunda Sue Sarles, St. Augustine, Lillian Thomas, New Albany, Ind.; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
In charge: Sims Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 05/29/08)
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MORSE, Francis Dupree Jr.
Francis Dupree Morse Jr., passed away March 17, 2008. He was born on Aug. 1, 1924, in Baltimore, Md., to Francis and Agnes Morse. He was proud Marine and Purple-heart veteran of World War II, and a devoted and loving husband, father and friend.
Mr. Morse served aboard the USS Yorktown for 22 months prior to sustaining combat wounds as a 20mm Marine gunner near Okinawa on March 18, 1945. A resident of the First Coast since 1972, Mr. Morse served as an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) auditor specializing in insurance fraud. Subsequent to retirement from the IRS he served as a tax consultant. An avid runner after moving to the Jacksonville area, he completed the Marine Corps Marathon at age 62.
He is survived by his bride of 57 years, Marie Mitchell Morse, and three Children; Francis Dupree "Bronco" Morse, III (Laurel) of St. Augustine, Jason Edward Morse of Clearwater, Fla., and Katherine Marie Morse of Jacksonville Beach. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Jacksonville Humane Society.
A memorial service at the Arlington National Cemetery will be held at a later date.
Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Fla., in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 3/21/08)
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MOTES, Evelyn Jones
Evelyn Jones Motes, 85 of Palatka, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend died Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine, Fla. She was a native of Palatka and lived in Palatka for more than 75 years. Evelyn was a 60-year-long charter member of the Women's Club of Palatka and belonged to the Garden Club of Palatka. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Palatka and was an avid gardener and entrepreneur, having founded the Palatka Telephone Answering Service. She was also active in Brownie Scouts and Boy Scouts of America.
She was preceded in death by her parents Nona Harvey and William Rowan Jones; stepfather, Oscar Lopez; siblings, Laura Taylor, W.R. Jones; half siblings, Louise VanVleet, Estelle Jones and Bud Jones; granddaughter, Kelly Marlene Ware; and infant son, Marlowe Motes.
She is survived by her husband of 71 years, J. Sidney Motes of Palatka, daughter, Priscilla Ware and husband, Glenn of Athens, Ga.; sons, Chuck Motes and wife, Alison of St. Augustine, and Chad Motes and wife, Chris of Fort Myers; four grandchildren, Jonathan Ware, Erika Arnold, Jeff Motes and Chelsea Motes and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 4, 2007 at the Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka with Rev. Charles T. Rabun, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Peniel Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka. Flowers are gratefully accepted or memorial donations can be made to American Cancer Society, 600 Zeagler Drive, Palatka, FL 32177.
Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.
(St Augustine Record, 1/3/08)
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MOULTRY, Mother Bertha B.
Mother Bertha B. Moultry, 90, of Goulds, Fla., died March 19, 2008, at her home. Mother Moultry was a native of Picolata, Fla., attended Picolata School and was employed at the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind for many years. She was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Picolata, serving as church secretary. She also served as secretary of The St. John's Union for 25 years. She was a Sunday school secretary and an usher. She served as mother of the church at The Beautiful Zion Temple of God, Deaconess Board and Prayer Band.
Services: Were held 1 p.m. March 19, 2008 at Beautiful Zion Temple of God in Goulds. Officiating: The Rev. Aaron Holloway, pastor. Burial: Graceland Memorial Park Cemetery, Miami, FL 33187.
Survivors: A son, James Floyd; daughter, Thelma Stevens, St. Augustine; sister, Annie Laura Summersett, Miami; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Deacon Burke Floyd and John Moultry.
In charge: Hall-Fersguson-Hewitt Mortuary.
(St Augustine Record, 4/4/08)
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MORGAN, Alice Perry
Alice Perry Morgan, 87, of St. Augustine, died April 20, 2008. A native of Logan County, W.Va., she was a retired secretary for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft in West Palm Beach. Private services are planned.
She was predeceased by her husband, Bob Morgan. She is survived by her brother, Charles Perry, of St. Augustine; her sister, Thelma Johnson of St. Augustine; one nephew; one niece; nine great-nephews; nine great-nieces; and numerous great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
(St Augustine Record, 4/23/08)
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MOWERY, Roy S.
Roy S. Mowery, Jr., 89, of St. Augustine, died April 1, 2008, at Community Hospice in Jacksonville, Fla. Mr. Mowery was a native of Chambersburg, Pa., and was a long-time resident of St. Augustine. He was a retired truck driver from Pennsylvania, a member of the Community Bible Church of St. Augustine serving with the Senior Adult Ministry, Men's Fellowship Group, a former member of the church's choir, and he served his country 18 months with the National Guard Reserves.
Services: Funeral services and burial will be held April 7, 2008 in Chambersburg. A memorial service will be held in St. Augustine 11 a.m. Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the Community Bible Church, 3150 U.S. 1 South. Officiating: The Rev. Robert Hall, pastor, and The Rev. John Ringo, pastor.
Survivors: His wife of 22 years, Dorothy "Dot" Mowery, St. Augustine; daughters, Shirley Ward and Judy Rotz, both of Chambersburg; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four stepsons, Darel, Van, Tim and Ken Shatzer; five step grandchildren; and two step-great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his first wife, Louise Mowery.
In charge: Local arrangements by Watts Funeral Home, Pennsylvania arrangements by Robert G. Sellers Funeral Hone, Inc., 297 Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg, PA 17201.
(St Augustine Record, 4/4/08)
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MUFALE, Jean E.
Jean E. (Ryan) Mufale, 84, of St. Augustine, Fla., passed away peacefully on Feb. 12, 2008 at Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville. She was born in Albany, N.Y., on Feb. 3, 1924 and was a longtime resident of Colonie, N.Y., until moving to St. Augustine in 2004 to be near her family. Always a people person blessed with a caring spirit, she retired from a career in real estate while in her 70s.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary (Swartzfischer) Dexter and James Ryan, and her older brother James; her loving husband, Dominic J. Mufale, and her first husband, Joseph E. Smith.
Jean's inner strength, joy of life and deep faith inspired all she knew. An exceptional cook with a wonderful nurturing spirit, she gracefully touched many lives over the years.
Her memory will be treasured by her two sons; Bruce J. Smith and his wife Linda, of St. Augustine, and Paul J. Smith and his wife, Carole also of St. Augustine. In addition, she is survived by three grandchildren; Major Jay T. Smith, U.S. Army, and his wife Susan, of South Riding, Va.; Nicole (Smith) Nelson and her husband, Erik, of Grapevine, Texas; Whitney (Smith) Peterson and her husband, Matthew of Atlanta, Ga. Jean was also blessed with seven great-grandchildren; Ryan, Katelyn, Neil, Rachel, and Emily Smith of Virginia; Drew and Evan Nelson of Texas. She also leaves two step-grand-daughters, Lauren Smith of St. Louis, Mo., and Jennifer Smith of Chicago, Ill.
She is also survived by brothers; Daniel Ryan and his wife Sis, and William Ryan of Albany; sister-in-Law, Dorothy Ryan of Arizona, brother-in-Law, Floyd Smith of East Greenbush, sister-in-Law, Marion McGuire of Slingerlands and sister-in-Law, Alice Mastaitis along with several nieces, nephews and countless friends, especially Valerie and Gary Carlson who were longtime friends and next-door neighbors.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at Newcomer-Cannon Family Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY 12205, then to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com
Contributions may be made in Jean's memory to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida Foundation, 4114 Sunbeam Road, Suite #101, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
(St Augustine Record, 2/15/08) (Updated 2/16/08)
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MULALLY, Marie Vivian
Marie Vivian Mulally, 85, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 3, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Mulally was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. She was a revenue clerk with the Florida East Coast Railroad, past president of St. Joseph's Academy Alumni Association, past president of The Saint Augustine Pilot Club, a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, and she served her country in the U.S. Navy.
Services: 2 p.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home. Officiating: The Rev. William Mooney. Calling hours: Prayers will be at 4 p.m. Sunday with a visitation at 6 p.m. Burial: San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughter, Suzanne Vandiver, St. Augustine; son, Raymond P. Mulally, Tallahassee; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Pamela Vivian Mulally. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Florida East Coast Humane Society, 1665 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/05/08)
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MULHOLLAND, Margaret J.
Margaret J. Mulholland, 89, passed away Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, in St. Augustine, Fla. She was born in Jacksonville, Fla., and moved to St. Augustine in 1960 where she is a charter member of New Life Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafts and quilting.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Mulholland, brothers, Allen Jr., Marvin and Frank Jones.
Her legacy continues in the hearts of her family, son, Vernon J. Mulholland and wife, Mary of St. Augustine; sister, Ann; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
A gathering of family and friends will be Monday, Aug. 11, 2008, from 5-7 p.m. at New Life Baptist Church followed with a celebration of her life at 7 p.m. with the Rev. John Fletcher as officiant. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to New Life Baptist Church, 346 Varella Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Arrangements are entrusted to Watts Funeral Homes, San Mateo, Fla. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.wattsfuneralhomes.com
(St Augustine Record, 08/09/08)
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MURDOCK, Ellen
Ellen Murdock, 76, of Palm Coast, formerly of St. Augustine for the past 18 years, died Aug. 3, 2005, at her home. Mrs. Murdock was a native of Queens, N.Y. Mrs. Murdock was a longtime volunteer at the Lightner Museum, Dr. Peck's House Gift Shop and the Oldest House. Mrs. Murdock worked as secretary in the county government offices. Mrs. Murdock was of Lutheran faith.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church, 101 Pinelakes Parkway, Palm Coast. In lieu of flowers, please make donation to the St. Augustine Humane Society.
She is survived by her husband, Lawrence W. Murdock Jr., Palm Coast; daughters, Linda Rana, Riverhead, N.J., and Sandra Jo Puritis, St. Petersburg; sons, Steven Menzer, Long Island, N.Y., and Lawrence W. Murdock III, Atlanta, Ga.; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
(St Augustine Record, 8/5/05)
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MURDOCK, Stanridge G.
Stanridge G. Murdock, 71, of Hastings, died Dec. 29, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Murdock was a native of Akron, Ohio, and had resided in Hastings for the past three years. Mr. Murdock attended Ellet High School in Ohio and was a member of the VFW Post No. 2391 in St. Augustine. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force while stationed in England, Greenland, Africa and Nevada. He was a former employee of Jack Wilson Chevrolet and was also employed by Fred Martin Motor Co., in Ohio. He was a member of Community Baptist Church in Green, Ohio, and attended Flagler Estates Baptist Church in Hastings.
Services: A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday at Flagler Estates Baptist Church. Officiating: The Rev. Bill German. A second service will be held at Community Baptist Church in Ohio with The Rev. Paul Bloom officiating at a later date.
Survivors: His wife, Judy; son, Robert, Rock Island, Ill.; daughters, Loni and Lani, Newton Falls, Ohio; stepchildren, Jarrod Eigton, Lakeville, Ohio, Amberisha Thomas, Akron, and Michael Thomas, Killbuck, Ohio; parents, Stan and Sheila Murdock; sisters, Barbara Fannin, Palmara, Ohio, Sally Leslie and Cheryl Stanley, both of Ellet; brother, George Murdock, Akron, and step-brother, Danny McCabe; numerous nieces and nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline Roudebush; step-father, Robert; and brother, Lonnie Murdock.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society.
(St Augustine Record, 1/5/08)
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MURRAY, Pier
Pier Murray, 52, of Rochester, N.Y., formerly of St. Augustine, died June 27, 2008, in New York following a brief illness.
Mrs. Murray was born Jan. 8, 1956, to Frank and Rebecca Smith. She graduated in 1973 and worked as a nurse until 1987.
She is survived by her husband, Gerald Murray, of Rochester; sisters, Marilyn Williams, of Palatka, Beatrice Smith and Jeanne Smith, both of St. Augustine; brothers, Henry Smith and John Smith, both of Jacksonville, Carlton Smith of St. Augustine.
A funeral will be held on Saturday at 3 p.m. at Zion Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Early Brown of Faith Temple Holiness Church and the Rev. James Sam of Zion Missionary Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in St. Augustine.
A viewing will be held Friday, July 4, from 5-6 p.m. at the church and Saturday from 2 p.m. until the hour of service.
Coleman's Mortuary is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 07/03/08)
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MURRAY, Sarah Ann
Sarah Ann Murray, 49, of St. Augustine, died April 4, 2008, at Shands Pavilion. Ms. Murray was a native of Lakeland and had resided in St. Augustine. She was a domestic engineer and was of the Baptist faith.
Services: 2 p.m. Wednesday at New St. James Missionary Baptist Church. Officiating: The Rev. Nathaniel Jackson. Calling hours: 5:30-6:30 p.m. at New St. James MBC. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Her companion, Roosevelt McGlocking; daughters, Tawanda Murray, Orange Park, Corrine Murray, Green Cove Springs; sons, Johnny Jones, Japan.
In charge: Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 4/8/08)
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MUSSALLEM, Walter Albert
Wallace Mussallem devoted husband to his beloved Margie, embodiment of our country's greatest generation, and native son of Florida peacefully broke the bonds of earth and joined the heavenly hosts on April 18, 2008.
Wallace is survived by Margie Cann Mussallem, his wife, and Eddy Mussallem, his brother, and numerous loving cousins, nephews and nieces. His broad network of loving relatives and dear friends spans the St. Augustine community and this great country. Wallace touched the lives of so many, but especially his cousin Dr. Anthony Mussallem and niece Alice Mattox.
The eldest son of immigrants Abraham and Olga Mussallem, Wallace (known to his friends as "Wally") displayed both academic and physical skill at an early age. An athlete and sportsman throughout his life, Wally was nicknamed "the Galloping Ghost" in high school for his prowess on the football field at St. Joseph's Academy. He enrolled and attended the University of Florida until world events required his generation's sacrifice.
When his country called, this citizen-soldier went, and served with valor and distinction. As an officer in the Army's 20th Air Force, 330th bomb group, Wally flew on twenty-six harrowing B-29 bomber missions in the Pacific Theater, earning a Purple Heart and Air Medal, and volunteered for an extended tour when given the opportunity to return home. On one mission, after sustaining a direct flak hit over Japan, his plane lost its pilot and all instruments. The heroic actions of both Wally and his crewmates (chronicled in "The Boston Herald" contemporaneously and in numerous other publications over the years) nursed their stricken plane back to the recently hard-won island of Iwo Jima, where all surviving crew were able to bail out safely. Fate had other plans for Wally.
This hero returned home and immediately meshed into the fabric of the St. Augustine community. Joining his fellow veteran and brother Eddy as an entrepreneur and steward of a great family tradition, Wally co-managed the Alhambra Hotel and managed the famous Zorayda Castle, which houses the family's collection of worldly treasures. He opened the "Briny Deep" restaurant which became a draw for the community's lovers of great food and great people a restaurant serving portions the size of its proprietor's heart. Along the way, one beautiful guest of the Alhambra Hotel caught his eye.
"God made you for me" is etched in granite on Wally's marker in San Lorenzo Cemetery. Although first spoken by Wally over 50 years ago to his sweetheart while they drifted along the sun-drenched St. John's River, it is an epitaph whose author could have been any of the witnesses to Margie and Wally's love and affection over the years. These settings changed during 60 years of marriage whether competing at the country club, working side by side at the Zorayda Castle, dining on a cruise ship junket, bidding around a bridge table, or hosting family at Disney World but the result was always the same. Together they were always developing lifelong friendships, influencing lives for the better, and fostering a marriage based on love, mutual interest and respect. When interviewed by the local Compass newspaper at the age of 71, Wally remarked, "The best idea I ever had was getting married."
A founding member of San Marco Tennis Club, active member of both the Ponce DeLeon and Sawgrass Country Clubs, and avid fisherman, Wally reflected this state's high regard for physical pursuits and affection for the outdoors. A dedicated life-long member of the St. Augustine business community, Wally always found ways to give generously to the place he loved, including his work with the Knights of Columbus. As a proud member of the Chamber of Commerce and SKAL International club, Wally and other civic and business leaders sought greater awareness of and interaction among Florida's finest tourist attractions.
Gaining widespread attention in a close-knit community of sharp bridge players and founding the St. Augustine Duplicate Bridge Club, Wally achieved Silver Life Master status for his performance in tournament bridge a satisfying past-time and a pursuit of excellence in his life. Wally's love for athletics, fishing, travel, and card games fostered a wonderful competitiveness and camaraderie among his many friends.
Wally, your infectious enthusiasm for life will be missed. Your legacy of integrity and service will endure.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. in Cathedral-Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, FL 32084. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society.
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, 4/21/08)
Wallace Albert Mussallem, 85, of St. Augustine, died April 18, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Mr. Mussallem was a lifelong resident of St. Augustine. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. After the war, he worked in the restaurant industry and was a co-owner of the Zorayda Castle in St. Augustine. He was of the Roman Catholic faith and was a member of the Cathedral - Basilica of St. Augustine.
Visitation: None
Burial: Cremation
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123
(St. Augustine Record, 4/22/08)
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MYERS, Barry Wescott Sr.
Barry Wescott Myers, Sr., 73, of St. Augustine, died May 5, 2007, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville. Mr. Myers was born in Springfield, Mass., on June 11, 1934. He attended primary schools in both St. Augustine, Fla., and Salem, N.J. and graduated from Woodstown High School in Woodstown, N.J., in 1953.
He attended prep school at West Nottingham Academy and later attended both Stetson University and Gettysburg College. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany in 1957.
After his discharge from the Army he and his brother and father operated Norma's Windmill Restaurant in St. Augustine. Mr. Myers later worked at Dobbs' Brothers Library Book Bindery for many years, starting out in the stamping department and later as a salesman.
In 1986 until his retirement in 2006 he was employed by Munford Library Book Co. in Jacksonville, Fla., as a salesman.
Mr. Myers was a lifelong member of Trinity Episcopal Church.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday May 10, 2008, at Trinity Episcopal Church with The Rev. David J. Weidner, Rector, officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5-8 P.m. Friday May 9, 2008 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory (Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home), 385 S.R. 207. For directions, please call 824-1625.
Flowers are gratefully accepted or those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Trinity Episcopal Church, 215 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Jean Myers, nee Kamphenkel; sons, Barry W. Myers, Jr., Alan Myers and his wife, Diana; daughter, Kelly Lynn Hall, nee, Myers, and her husband, Boe; four grandchildren, Katie Hall, Kevin Hall, Brooke Myers, and Cheyne Carter; a sister, Mary Susanna Myers; and several nieces and nephews, all of St. Augustine.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Virginia Myers, one sister Virginia Christine (Nicky) Manucy, and two brothers, John Allan Myers and Peter Norman Myers.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 385 S.R. 207, is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/09/08)
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MYERS, Frank Brown
Frank Brown Myers, 87, of Gaffney, S.C., died May 14, 2008, at Peachtree Centre in Gaffney. He was born in China Grove, N.C., and was a retired textile employee. He was of the Baptist faith.
Services: Private services are planned.
Survivors: His daughters, Sandra M. Lee, St. Augustine and Brenda M. Overcash, Salisbury, N.C.; son, Mark C. Myers, Salisbury; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
In charge: Shuford-Hatcher Funeral Home, Gaffney.
(St Augustine Record, 05/18/08)
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