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Former resident Robert "Bob" MacDougall, 79, passed away at his home in Riverview, Fla., on July 6, 2011.
He is survived by his wife, Marie, and children, David, Ronnie (Killer), Debbie, Joey and Chris. He was preceded in death by his son Ricky.
The family gathered for private services.
Serenity Meadows Memorial Park & Funeral Home, Riverview, assisted the family.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 14, 2011 )
Mrs. Linda MacGregor will be deeply missed by her many friends here in St. Augustine and in her hometown and church in Crook County, Durham, England. After a brief illness, she died quietly in her sleep at her home in England on Oct. 11, 2008.
Linda Pryce Macgregor was born on Dec. 27, 1920, in outer London. She trained as a nurse midwife in London and practiced in England and in Africa. Her husband, Dr. Alistair Macgregor, died in 1974, and, some time after his death, Linda began to spend time in St. Augustine with her friend, Mattie Hart, who she had met when Mattie was studying at the University of Durham.
While living in St. Augustine, Linda received a B.A. from Flagler College. She delighted in her studies there and in her association with other students and faculty. Afterwards, her time was divided between St. Augustine and England.
Many St. Augustine friends spent happy times with her in the walking/sheep farming area of northern England where she lived. When in St. Augustine, Linda's life was centered on Memorial Presbyterian Church, Flagler College, charity work and spending time with her many friends.
A funeral service was held at her home church in Crook on Oct. 24, 2008, with Gibson Funeral Home, Howden-le-Wear, County Durham, in charge. A celebration of her life will be held here in St. Augustine at a later date. If anyone wishes to honor her life, please donate in her memory to Habitat for Humanity, a children's charity or to your favorite charity.
(St Augustine Record, 10/26/08)
Robert H. "Bob" MacKay, age 83, of St. Augustine, died at his home on March 31, 2010. Born and raised in Scranton, Pa., he lived in many places that the Navy and his engineering career took him, and had been a resident of St. Augustine since the mid 1980"s. He served his country in the submarine service of the U.S. Navy during WWII and Korea. After leaving the Navy, he worked as a Mechanical Engineer for many years for General Dynamics in Groton, Connecticut. He also worked for the Miami Boat Company where he was a Project Manager and Chief Engineer and later was employed with Lincoln Manufacturing in Ft. Wayne, Ind. Bob was a talented engineer and held patents for many of his designs. He was a member of the St. Augustine Ballroom Association and was a mason.
He is survived by his wife, Lenoma "Lee" MacKay, of St. Augustine; daughters, Gail Farrington of McKenny, Texas, Janet Deal of South Bend, Ind.; sons, Scott MacKay of Jacksonville, Fla., Glenn MacKay of St. Augustine; a brother, Arthur MacKay of Arlington, Texas; eight grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 6, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, with the Rev. Craig Eby officiating. Interment with military honors will follow the service at 1 p.m. at Jacksonville National Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, prior to the funeral service.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/4/2010)
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)
Francis (Tanky) Robert MacSwain a native of Boston, Mass., died at his residence in St. Augustine, Fla., June 17, 2010. He was 92 years old. During World War II he served in the U.S. Army where among many other experiences, he participated in the D-Day invasion at Normandy where he earned a Purple Heart. He worked for much of his life as a truck driver for the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of the Catholic faith.
Survivors include his sister, Claire Doyle; daughter, Lynne Greene; and sons, Robert, James and Francis; grandchildren, Michael, Katie, Mac, Ryan, Stephen, Ashley; and great-grandchildren, Devin and April Hamilton. Deceased family members include his beloved wife, Madeline, sisters, Nora Keegan, Diane Schibillio, brothers, Grant (Red), Richard, Albert and Michael Keegan, and grandson, Brian MacSwain.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Brian MacSwain Endowed Scholarship Fund at The Berklee College of Music, 1140 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215.
Services will be held in S. Weymouth, Mass. with McDonald Funeral Home.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/19/2010)
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)
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)
Sammy Ray Magruder, 65, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 4, 2008 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born in St. Charles, Mo., and was a longtime resident of Auxvasse, Mo., before moving to St. Augustine in 1989. Mr. Magruder worked as a mechanic for a Ford dealership in Fulton, Mo., for many years and upon moving to St. Augustine he started and operated Able Lawn & Maintenance Co., for seven years.
A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, 2008 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Rev. David Allert, officiating. Interment will follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in his memory can be made to Haven Hospice, 6400 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177.
He is survived by his wife, Vicki Magruder of St. Augustine; his mother, Mary Katherine Wilson of Fulton, Mo.; sons, Sammy Ray Magruder, Jr. of Auxvasse, Mo., Terry L. Magruder and his wife, Maria of St. Augustine, Lonnie L. Magruder and his wife, Heather of St. Augustine, James Robert Elson and his wife, Cassie of Jacksonville; a sister, Jeannie Dawn and her husband, Glenn of Windsor Heights, Iowa; a daughter-in-law, Linda Magruder of St. Augustine; and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Joe W. Magruder, and a son, Donnie Ray Magruder.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 9/16/08)
Dorothy "Dot" M. Maguire, 82, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2009. Dot was born in Jacksonville, Fla., on Jan. 4, 1927, and grew up in Green Cove Springs. She was a member of Edge Memorial United Methodist Church in Groveland, Fla., where she served as the church secretary for 25 years. She was active in her church and was a longtime member of the American Business Women's Association. She attended First United Methodist Church after moving to St. Augustine in 2001.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Robert (Bob) J. Maguire, son, Glen Maguire, and daughter, Susan Maguire.
She is survived by her son, Gary Maguire (Ellen); her grandchildren, Michael Maguire (Carmen), Amy Glidewell (John) and Erin Maguire; and her great-grandson, Matthew Maguire. She is also survived by her brother, Billy McCarthy (Jane), brother-in-law, Elliott Maguire (Vivian) and sister-in-law, Joan Lewis; plus many extended family members and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2009, at First United Methodist Church, 118 King St., St. Augustine.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Francis House, P.O. Box 1775, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Craig Funeral Home-Crematory-Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/02/09)
John Vincent Maguire (Jay), 63. of St. Augustine, Fla., died March 29, 2010, at his home and will be greatly missed. He was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. John was executive vice president for David Dobbs Enterprises.
Memorial services will be held 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 2010, at Amore Chapel.
He is survived by his brother, Tim Maguire, St. Augustine; stepdaughter, Christie Cameron; companion, Lu-Ellen Esposito; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/6/2010)
John William Maguire, 80, of Seneca, S.C., husband of the late Therese G. Maguire, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, at Cottingham Hospice House in Seneca, S.C.
A native of Detroit, he was the son of the late John and Helen Metzger Maguire. He was an electrical foreman for several Detroit auto manufacturers. After moving to Florida, he entered the home building industry, which he also pursued upon living in South Carolina.
Mr. Maguire was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War and a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.
Survivors include children, John Maguire and wife, Theresa, of St. Augustine, Colleen Jackson and husband, Lee, of Canton, Ga., Pamela Maguire of Columbia, S.C., Mary Rose Roberts of Vero Beach, Fla., Jeanne LaFevers and husband, Bill, and Pete Mazzeo, all of Seneca; brother, Joe Maguire and wife, Shirley, of Hamburg, Mich.; grandchildren, Lindsey Skye Maguire, Summer Brooke Maguire, Kaitlyn Kelly Maguire, Kristen Marie Maguire, Brian Lee Jackson, Jennifer Beverly Jackson, Tracy Messick, Stephen Voorhees, Tracee Aparicio, Samuel LaFevers, William "Butch" LaFevers, Mike LaFevers and Brittney Anne Mazzeo; and great-grandchildren, Allyssa Brynn Jackson, Kelsey Leigh Jackson, Andrew Lee Jackson, Ashleigh Arlene Messick, Brandon Voorhees, Jordan Voorhees, Dylan Voorhees, Carlos Aparicio Jr. and Brooke Aparicio.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, with burial to follow in Oconee Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Davenport Funeral Home.
The family is at the residence.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to OMC Hospice of The Foothills, attn: Foundation Office, 298 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC 29672.
(St Augustine Record, October 28, 2010)
Bryan B. Mahan, 64, a proud Vietnam veteran, passed away at home on Nov. 7, 2010.
He is survived by his wife Sandra; his son, Bryan, both of St. Augustine; three siblings, Mary, John and James Mahan, all of New Hampshire; and numerous nieces, nephews and grand nephews and nieces.
There will be no services. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date at the "Giggling Gator."
(St Augustine Record, November 13, 2010)
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)
Myrtle E. (Driggers) Mahar, 77, of St. Augustine Beach, Fla., passed away in her sleep on Jan. 24, 2011, at Ponce De Leon Care Center.
Myrtle was born March 16, 1933, in Daytona Beach, Fla.
She married Leo Patrick Mahar of Cortland, N.Y., on Dec. 8, 1956.
In retirement, they resided in St. Augustine Beach, where he predeceased her on July 9, 2008.
Survivors include children, Judy Ann Redfield (Bill), Paul Mitchell (Jody), Michele Marie Wieder (Eric), Lynn Ann Holmstrom and Martin Leo; grandchildren, Joseph Redfield, Tina Redfield, Jordyn Forgione, Cameron Mahar, Shane Wieder, Angela Wieder, Stefanie Wieder, Krystle Kraft and Matthew Mahar; great-grandchildren, Brittany Harris, Ava Rose Forgione, Rylan Monnett and Justin Lee Tucker.
Also surviving are siblings Cohen Driggers and Lola Beasley.
She was predeceased by her brother, Herman Driggers, and grandson, Christopher Redfield.
She also leaves behind many loving in-laws, extended family and friends.
Open house to celebrate her life will be Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, from 5 to 8 p.m. at 82 Ocean Drive, St. Augustine Beach.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 26, 2011)
Kevin F. Mahoney, 62, of St. Augustine, died Dec. 16, 2009, at the McGraw Center for Caring in Jacksonville.
He was born in Southampton, N.Y., and had resided most of his life in Tenafly, N.J., before moving to Florida. He moved to St. Augustine eight years ago from Tequesta. He was a complex manager for Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, and he was a member of the Cathedral Parish of St. Augustine.
A memorial Mass will be held 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine with the Rev. Thomas Willis, pastor, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (pancan.org) or to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, Fla. 32257.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Mahoney, of St. Augustine; his mother, Phyllis Mahoney, of Naples; three daughters, Melissa Spitale and her husband, Mark, of New Market, Md., Erin Dell'Aquila and her husband, Joseph Jr., of Tenafly, and Meghan Mahoney, of Teaneck, N.J.: two sisters, Maureen Conway, of Bonita Springs, and Kathleen Mahoney, of Naples; a brother, Brian Mahoney, of Boston; and six grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/20/2009)
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)
Pamela Major-Axen, 45, passed Sept. 7, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
A graduate of St. Augustine High School, she was a member of Family Worship Center, serving in the Audio Visual Department.
Funeral services will be Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Family Worship Center, Philip B. Cochran, pastor. Visiting hours will be Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Chapel and 10 a.m. until service time on Saturday. No burial is planned.
She is survived by children, Walter McDowell Jr., Sha-tia McDowell and Eboni Daniels, St. Augustine; sisters and brothers, Clyde "Louvenia" Jenkins, Palatka, Della Mae Brewer, Daytona Beach, Debra Major Bush, Cheryl Major Bryant, St. Augustine, Jeanne Major-Wyche, Whitehouse Station, N.J., Leroy Walden, Walter Major Jr., and Anthony Major, St. Augustine; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Leo C. Chase & Son are in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 09/10/2009)
A Funeral Mass celebrating the life of Valerie D. Mallis (Maliszewski) 88, of Palm Coast, Fla., will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church, 89 St. Mary's Place, Korona, Fla.
Interment will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Jacksonville National Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the chapel of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home, 511 Old Kings Road S., Flagler Beach, where a prayer service will be held at 6 p.m.
Mrs. Mallis, a resident of Palm Coast for the past 23 years coming from St. Augustine, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2010, in the Stuart F. Meyer Hospice House.
She was born in Shamokin, Pa., on Sept. 19, 1922, a daughter of the late Valentine and Stephinie Czech Bijas. A homemaker, Mrs. Mallis was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a member of the Polish-American Club in Daytona Beach and Jacksonville.
She enjoyed polka dancing, piano music and portrait painting and was an excellent seamstress. She was greatly loved by her family and friends.
Surviving are her husband of 64 years, Frank; two sons, John F. and Robert T., both of Jacksonville, Fla.; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one sister, Jeanette Pulero of Jackson, N.J.; and two brothers, John Biljas of New Jersey and Thomas Cetnar of Jackson, N.J.
The family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society . For online condolences go to: www.craigflaglerpalms.com "Online Obituaries".
Arrangements are in the care of trust of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home. 1-386-439-5400.
(St Augustine Record, October 10, 2010)
William Taylor Mallon Sr., 75, of Riverview, Fla., died July 28, 2008 at Tampa General Hospital of congestive heart failure.
Born March 18, 1933, in the Georgetown area of Washington, D.C., to parents Joseph C. and Ruby Todd Mallon, Bill was a U.S. Navy veteran, having served from 1951 to 1959 aboard the USS Oberon and then in the Reserves. Bill worked for the Federal Government at the Naval Research Lab in D.C. and the Public Works Center in Jacksonville, Fla. Bill is survived by his wife, Kenita, seven children, many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held at Serenity Meadows (6919 Providence Road, Riverview, Fla.) on Thursday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m., followed by a memorial service in the chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (4806 Bell Shoals Road, Valrico, Fla.). Subsequent viewing and funeral service will be held at Demaine Funeral Home in Alexandria, Va., before Bill is laid to rest at Quantico National Cemetery in Virginia on Monday, August 4.
Kindly make donations in lieu of flowers to LDS Philanthropies at LDS Philanthropies, PO Box 27188, Provo, UT 84602-7188 (www.lds.org/ldsfoundation, click "Ways I can give").
Arrangements by Serenity Meadows Funeral Home, 6919 Providence Road, Riverview, FL 33569
(St Augustine Record, 07/31/08)
Rosalie Mallory, 81, St. Augustine, died July 6, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul AME Church. Calling hours: Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. at Chase.
Survivors: daughter, Jacqueline Anderson; sons, Charles and David Sherman; other relatives.
Leo C. Chase & Son are entrusted with the services.
(St Augustine Record, 07/17/09)
Anna Beach Maltby, 88, of Gainesville, Fla., died surrounded by her children on Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, in Gainesville. Anna was born at home in Hastings, Fla., on Jan. 22, 1920, to Joseph William and Marion Corbett Beach.
In 1942 she married her high school sweetheart, Harold Maltby. She was a faithful member of Christ United Methodist Church and always active in the community. Anna enjoyed being a member of the Garden Club, Bridge Club, PTA, Band Boosters and other school, church and civic organizations.
In her spare time she enjoyed working in her yard, arranging flowers, sewing and painting. Anna became an award-winning artist, which led to a commissioned painting.
One of her greatest joys was a deep love for her family. She loved spending the summers at the beach with the grandchildren, sharing her love of fishing and good southern cooking with her family.
Anna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister.
She is survived by four children, Cheri Morris and husband, Jim Morris, of Gulfport, Miss.; Gayle Griffin of St. Augustine, Fla.; Brenda Lepay and husband, Tom Lepay, of Gainesville; and Greg Maltby of St. Augustine; 12 grandchildren, Lanie Spears, Stacey Friend, Misty Sigler, and Wendy Holifield of Gulfport, Miss.; Gina Griffin, Jessica LaCaze and Cory Maltby of St. Augustine; Ashley Flaschen of Jacksonville, Fla.; Tom Lepay Jr., Holly Hill and Tim Lepay of Gainesville; and Heather Maltby of Venice Beach, Calif.; 11 great-grandchildren; one brother, Don Beach of Palatka, Fla.; and many cherished nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.
Anna was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Harold Maltby, four brothers and three sisters.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606 in appreciation of all the care offered to Anna and her family.
Memorial services will be held in honor of Anna Maltby on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church in Hastings, Fla. All friends and family are invited to attend.
(St Augustine Record, 9/19/08)
John Howard "Jack" Maltby, 88, of East Palatka, passed away Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, at Governors Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center in Green Cove Springs following a brief illness.
He was a native of St. Augustine and had been a lifelong resident of Putnam and St. Johns counties. He was attending Auburn University when World War II began, at which time Jack immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army/Air Corps, where he served in Saipan in the South Pacific campaign.
Jack was the owner and operator of Maltby Manufacturing in Hastings for more than 40 years. He attended the First Baptist Church in Palatka. In his spare time, Jack enjoyed traveling and spending time with family as well as baking. He was preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Amos.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Nell Bryan Maltby; two daughters, Johnell "Joni" Maltby Summerford and Judy Maltby Porter, all of East Palatka; four grandchildren, Brett Summerford of Fairfax, Va., Bryan Summerford of Athens, Ga., Reid Maltby Porter and his wife, Laura, of Austin, and John Porter of Fort Worth, Texas; one great-granddaughter, Audrey Summerford, of Helsinki, Finland; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, at Johnson Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka, with Pastor Don Burnett officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Palatka. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Flowers are gratefully accepted, or memorial donations may be made to Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, 380 Boys Ranch Road, Palatka, FL 32177.
Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.JohnsonOverturfFunerals.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.
(St Augustine Record, 1/12/2010)
Mary Jane Maltby passed away on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, at the Samantha Wilson Care Center. She was born in Spuds, Fla., to Petronelo and Stella Masters on Dec. 7, 1924, and graduated from Hastings High School in 1944.
She married Lee Andrew Maltby on Feb. 3, 1945, and was a homemaker and a mother of four.
She is survived by three children, John F. Maltby (Kathy), Danny Maltby (Mary) and Janet Maltby Regan; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was predeceased by one son, Lee Andrew Maltby Jr., one son-in-law, Shell Regan, and two sisters, Iva Beach and Mabel Blount.
Visitation will be held on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. on Monday at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/6/2010)
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)
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)
Patricia Malyszek, 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2009, after a short illness. She was born in Detroit, Mich., to parents Joseph and Julia Neubauer. Patricia was a longtime resident of St. Augustine, Fla., and attended Corpus Christi Church. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent and her son, Gary.
She is survived by her sons, Tim Malyszek (Palm Coast), Michael Malzek (Lake Arrowhead), William Malyszek (St. Augustine) and Matthew Malyszek (Orange Park). Patricia is also survived by five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society of Orange Park, 1536 Kingsley Ave. No. 123 Florida 32073, in her honor.
Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, 950 Park Ave., Orange Park, FL 32073.
(St Augustine Record, 03/04/09)
Timothy "Tim" Vince Malyszek 64, of Palm Coast, Fla., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2011. He was born on March 24, 1947, in Detroit, Mich., to the late Vince and Patricia Malyszek. As a young man he served in the U.S. Army Special Forces during the Vietnam Conflict in which he earned a Purple Heart. In 2000 he and his wife moved to the Palm Coast area from St. Augustine, Fla. Tim worked as a receiving clerk for Hydro Aluminum of North America in St. Augustine. Survivors include his loving wife of 11 years Karen; step-son, Jerry and his wife Amber Sheffield of Alaska; step-daughter, Michelle Gibson of Palatka; brothers, Matt and his wife Sally Malyszek of Jacksonville; Michael Malyszek of California; grandchildren, Kayla, Tyler, Cory and Jessie; and nephew Chris Malyszek of Jacksonville.
For online condolences, go to www.craigflaglerpalms.com "online obituaries."
Services are in the care and trust of Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 11, 2011)
William A. Malyszek, 59, passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 13, 2010 after a short illness. He was born in Detroit, Mich., to parents Patricia and Vince Malyszek. He was a beloved brother and uncle. He was a proud veteran who served in the United States Marine Corps.
William was preceded in death by his parents, Patricia and Vince, and his brother Gary.
He is survived by his brothers, Tim Malyszek (Palm Coast), Michael Malyszek (Lake Arrowhead), and Matthew Malyszek (Orange Park). William is also survived by two nephews and three nieces.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his honor may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1536 Kingsley Ave. Suite 123, Orange Park, FL 32073.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/18/2010)
Kathleen V. Manchester, 76, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Jan. 14, 2011, at Flagler Hospital.
For those who knew her (Kathie), the loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother leaves behind her loving husband of 50 years, Russell W. Manchester, and their five children, Charles and wife (Robin), Mary Ellen, Peter and wife (Aimee), Kathi Ann and Paul. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Michael and wife (Vilma) and Samantha; two great-grandchildren, Ella and Levon; her sister, Eileen P. Collomb of St. Augustine; two brothers, Robert E. Harrington and wife (Lynn) of Oregon and John F. Harrington and wife (Kiki) of New Hampshire; and several nieces and nephews.
A brother, Charles D. Harrington, predeceased her.
Born May 8, 1934, to Charles D. and Kathleen (Greeley) Harrington in Lowell, Mass., she grew up and was educated in Chelmsford, Mass. She continued her education at Lowell State Teacher"s College and received her master"s degree from Tufts University. A teacher for over 30 years in both the Bedford/Maynard school districts in Massachusetts and at Center Moriches in Long Island, N.Y., she enjoyed helping young minds grow. Many hearts will be broken.
Following their retirement, the Manchesters moved to St. Augustine, Fla., and lived in the Marsh Creek community, what they have called their own little slice of heaven.
Kathie was active in the Women"s Club and the Nine Holer"s Women"s Golf Group and served as president of both for a number of years. She also enjoyed playing bridge several times weekly with various groups and enjoyed volunteering her time by crocheting blankets for various organizations.
An avid football fan and golf enthusiast, she loved her retirement and new friends and family of Marsh Creek.
Leaving us far too early, she is needed elsewhere. She wanted you to know that she wishes you health, love and happiness.
She'll be watching over all of us. Thank you for your prayers and God bless all of you.
A wake will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. today (1/17/2011) at the Craig Funeral Home, 1475 Old Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, Fla. A Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Tuesday (1/18/2011) at St. Anastasia Catholic Church, 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine, Fla. Immediately following the Mass, a reception will be held at Marsh Creek County Club.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 17, 2011)
Virgil Manfra, 88, of St. Augustine, Fla., lived from 1972 to 2010. A resident of Philo, Ill., since April 2010, he passed away at 6:13 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at home.
A funeral service and interment will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 30, 2010, at St. Augustine Memorial Park, St. Augustine, Fla.
Mr. Manfra was born Jan. 25, 1922, in Staten Island, N.Y., a son of Louis and Vincenza Palladina-Manfra. He married Jean Annear on July 31, 1945. She preceded him in death on Dec. 26, 1989.
Survivors include four children, Jill (James) Greenan of Staten Island, Sandra (Joseph) Manfra-Marretta of Philo, John (Lois) Manfra of Valdosta, Ga., and Michael Manfra of Sunrise, Fla.; seven grandchildren, James Greenan, Jennifer Marretta, Joseph Marretta, Catherine Manfra, Monica Manfra, Margaret Manfra and Mark Manfra; three great-grandchildren, Sebastian, Caroline and Mia; and two brothers, Anthony Manfra and Louis Manfra, both of Staten Island.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Virginia Tribiano and Marion Johnson.
Mr. Manfra served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a survivor of Pearl Harbor, during which he was serving on the USS Shaw.
He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service after his honorable discharge and retired after 30 years at the central station in Lower Manhattan/Church Street. He also had a managerial position at the old YMCA in St. Augustine for 12 years. He enjoyed playing the harmonica, which he did for his fellow soldiers before going into battle and as a way to relax.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association.
Freese Funeral Home, Sidney, Ill., is in charge of arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record, 6/23/2010)
Anthony "Tony" J. Mangefrida, 82, a resident of St. Augustine since 1976, passed away at the Stuart F. Meyer Hospice in Palm Coast on Jan. 7, 2011. Tony was a kind and outgoing man who was devoted to his family. Tony was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was an avid music fan, and he especially enjoyed jazz and even met several of his favorite artists during his lifetime. He also was a Century 21 real estate agent until his retirement.
Survivors include his daughters, Susan Fredrickson and Tracy Ann Smead; sons, Larry Sherman, Carl Sherman, James Mangefrida and Anthony "Tony" Mangefrida; sisters, Margaret Armino and Lena Serusa; brothers, Frank Mangefrida and David Mangefrida; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife June Mangefrida.
There will be a visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday with the funeral service at 2 p.m. Saturday at Craig Funeral Home conducted by Pastor Sandy Colley of Moultrie Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the hospice of your choice.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 10, 2011)
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)
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)
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)
C.D. "Larry" Manning, 80, passed away March 18, 2009, after a long and stalwart battle with cancer. Mr. Manning was born Aug. 10, 1928, in New Orleans to the late Edward and Lucille (Lassus) Manning. He graduated from St. Aloysius School in 1946, enlisted in the U.S. Army, and served at Fort Jackson (S.C.) and at the Pentagon.
After being honorably discharged, he attended Tulane University on the GI bill, earning a degree in English. In 1953, Mr. Manning began what would become a very successful career as an executive with Ford Motor Company, ascending quickly through the management ranks in New Orleans before being called to Detroit's corporate offices. He then went on to serve in different regional management positions in Dallas and Philadelphia during three decades of distinguished and committed service.
After retiring from Ford, Mr. Manning went on to establish his own consulting business, Management Consulting Services. He maintained lifelong interests in gymnastics, gardening and investing. He received special recognition as a volunteer at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, where he delighted in supporting and trying to cheer cancer patients. Larry had many friends in the two communities he loved and called homes, Ocean City, N.J., and St. Augustine.
Lovingly remembering Larry are his wife of 57 years, Mary Iris (Leslie) Manning; three sons, Daniel of Burlington, N.J.; David and his wife, Cathy of Doylestown, Pa.; and Dennis and his wife. Beth of Norfolk, Va.; five grandchildren, Daniel, David, Will, Leslie and Mary Heath; and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Romano, of Houston, Texas.
A Mass of Christian service will be held Friday, March 20, 2009, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church, 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine, at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Seamus O'Flynn officiating. The family will receive friends from 8 a.m. until the time of the Mass, and at a reception in the church hall following the service. Interment will be private. The family wishes to thank Mr. Manning's oncologist, Dr. Winston Tan, and his other health providers for their professional, loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Larry's memory to Community Hospice of Jacksonville, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 or to St. Anastasia Catholic Church, 5205 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/20/09)
Madeline E. Mannix-Barone, age 91, of St. Augustine, died on March 30, at the Samantha Wilson Care Center. A longtime resident of Cranston, R.I., she had been a resident of St. Augustine since 1971.
Services and interment will be held at a later date in Cranston.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/4/2010)
Carlos Lavon Mansell, a lifelong resident of St. Johns County, departed this life on May 3, 2009. He was a 1994 graduate of St. Augustine High School. An avid reader and a comic book collector and a member of the Holiness faith. He was a former employee of Harry's Restaurant, the City of St. Augustine Meter/Parking division, and Schooner's Restaurant.
He is survived by his parents, Alfredia (Henry) Tobler, St. Augustine, Fla., paternal father, Johnny Maddox, Jr.; sister, Masheka Harris, St. Augustine; brother, Cornelius L. Mansell, Titusville, Fla.; grandparents, Freddie Mansell and Lillian Clark, both of St. Augustine; nephews; godchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 9, 2009, at New St. James M.B.C. The Rev. Nathaniel Jackson, pastor, and Elder William Montgomery, officiating. Calling hours will be held from noon until the hour of service at the church. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home are entrusted with the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/09/09)
Robert W. Mantei, 87, passed away on Dec. 7, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Bob was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on April 26, 1921. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and is a holder of a Purple Heart. He served as mayor of Freehold Township, N.J., worked as an insurance investigator for 30 years and then went to work for the Monmouth County Prosecutor's office in Freehold, N.J. After retiring Bob volunteered at the St. Johns County Sheriff's office for 12 years.
He leaves behind his wife of 59 years, Beatrice; daughter, Gayle (Ted) Myzwinski; son, William R. Mantei; grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Keith Myzwinski.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. this Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, at Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church in Palm Coast.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 11/09/08)
Cecilia Manucy, 63, died Nov. 20, 2009. She was a native of St. Augustine and a retired florist. Cecilia (C.Ann) was the proud daughter of business owners Alonzo Manucy Sr. (of Manucy Contracting) and Madeline Manucy (of The Dairy Bar), both deceased. Cecilia was an active and well-loved member of Pilgrim Church, United Church of Christ and was a proponent of area Humane Societies.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Flowers are gratefully accepted or memorial gifts may be sent to Pilgrim Church, United Church of Christ of St. Augustine P.O. Box 860187, St. Aug, Fla. 32086
Cecilia is survived by her siblings: Audrey Schmedes (Mrs. Thomas A.) of Astatula, Fla. and sister Henrietta and Gilbert Manucy of St. Augustine and Lloyd Manucy of Orlando. She was also the loving aunt of Carol Miller, Joey Schmedes, Wayne Schmedes, Carl Carcaba, Teresa Manucy, Madeline Borum, Bruce Manucy, Glen Manucy, Alonzo Manucy III, Brian Manucy, Leslie Ann Manucy, Randy Manucy, Michael Manucy, Raymond Manucy, Steven Manucy, Karen Manucy and Alan Manucy.
She was pre-deceased by siblings Susie Carcaba (Mrs. Felix E.), Alonzo "Bubba" Manucy Jr, Earl Manucy and Carl Manucy and nephews Michael Schmedes and James Carcaba.
Cecilia will be missed by her family, as well as many loving friends and extended family members.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/22/2009)
Carl Leslie Manucy. 71, of Ellaville, Ga., and formerly of St. Augustine,
died Thursday, July 2, 2009. A private memorial service will be held at a
later date.
Mr. Manucy was born April 23, 1938, in St. Augustine, the son of the late
Madeline Foster Manucy and Alonozo Henry Manucy. He served in the Army as a
paratrooper and then served in the Navy Reserve. Mr. Manucy was a retired
electrician and a member of the American Legion Post 191. He was of the
Catholic faith.
Mr. Manucy is survived by his daughters, Shelley Goodman of Franktown,
Colo., Vicki Aimsworth of Ballston Spa, N.Y., and Leslie Manucy of St.
Augustine; stepson, Larry Masters, and wife, Emma, of St. Augustine;
brothers, Gilbert Manucy and Lloyd Manucy, both of St. Augustine; and
sisters, Audrey Schmedes of Astatula, Fla., and Cecilla Ann Manucy and Mary
Jane Manucy, both of St. Augustine. Several grandchildren, nieces and
nephews also survive.
You may sign the online guest book and share your own special thoughts and memories
with the family of Mr. Manucy by visiting
Watson-Giddens Funeral Home's Web site at www.watsongiddensfuneralhome.com.
Watson-Giddens Funeral Home of Ellaville is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/05/09)
Jeanette Manulikow, formerly of Warevick, R.I., and a four-year resident of St. Augustine, passed away April 10, 2011, at Flagler Hospital. She was a member of C.O.A.; an avid Red Sox fan and an amazingly generous being.
She leaves behind her family; a daughter, Dori Daughetty; a son, Gary Manulikow; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews; and a multitude of friends.
There will be a memorial service on Sunday, May 1, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the Condo Club House at 1000 Harbour Vista Circle on Anastasia Island, St. Augustine.
Criag Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park, St. Augustine, assisted the family.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on April 24, 2011)
Eddie Dean Maples, 49, of Fishers, Ind., passed away Thursday, May 27, 2010, at St. Vincent's Care Center.
Services will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June, 8, 2010, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 7190 Highway 17 South, Fleming Island, FL 32003. Friends may call on Tuesday, June 8, 2010, from 5:30 p.m. until time of the service.
He is survived by his wife, Karen, and his children, Julia (Neil), Allison, Charles and Precious Ann.
Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, Noblesville, IN 46060, is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/6/2010)
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.)
Lawrence H. "Larry" Marciano, 70, of St. Augustine, died on Jan. 1, 2011, at Flagler Hospital. Born in Hoboken, N.J., he was a longtime resident of Lake Hiawatha, N.J., retiring to St. Augustine in 2005.
Larry served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and continued serving in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He worked as a financial auditor for New York Telephone Co. and Tel Data Communications for more than 35 years. He loved to fish. It was said of him, "He was not so much a fisherman, but a catcher of fish." He rarely came home empty-handed.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Joyce Marciano of St. Augustine; daughters, Joyce Marciano of Stewartsville, N.J., and Raquel Morris of Palm Bay, Fla.; a son, Michael Marciano of Asheville, N.C.; and grandchildren, Amanda O"Hern, Alessandra Salemi, Gianna Salemi and Rowan Truewhella.
A memorial service with military honors will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, with the Rev. Craig Eby officiating. A visitation beginning at 6 p.m. will precede the service.
Interment will be in Jacksonville National Cemetery at a later date.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 4, 2011)
Gerard L. Marino passed away at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville May 28, 2010. He was 79 years old. He attended the University of Florida and had served in the U.S. Naval Reserves as a hospital corpsman for 14 years. He worked as an insurance broker before retiring to St. Augustine in 1994 with his wife, Jean.
Gerard volunteered with the Boy Scouts of America for over 25 years. He was active with the St. Anastasia Church Choir, the St. Augustine Community Chorus and the St. Johns County Council on Aging and volunteered with Meals on Wheels.
He is survived by his wife, Jean of 59 years. Together they had four children: Patricia, James, Scott and Donald Marino; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Other survivors include his sisters Catherine Jacob and Rita Ruland and his brother, Charles Marino.
The funeral Mass will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 5/30/2010)
Ella Lynes Gibbon Mark died Oct. 22, 2009, at BayView Care Center in St. Augustine, Fla.
She was 82 years old.
Ella Lynes was born in Palatka, Fla., the daughter of Virginia Jordan and Joseph A. Gibbon. In 1945 she married David E. Mark, a young naval aviation mechanic newly returned from the war in the South Pacific.
Their first son, David Jr., was born while they were stationed at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville. Their second son, Joseph, was born in Chicago, where they lived with Dave's family while he attended Coyne Electrical School.
During this time Ella Lynes learned to cook from her Chinese father-in-law and her Hungarian mother-in-law, who owned a Chinese-American restaurant on Cicero Avenue across from Midway Airport.
After returning to Palatka for a period of time, Ella Lynes and Dave settled in Titusville, where they raised their family while he worked in the missile program at the base on Cape Canaveral.
Ella loved to play the organ and was also an accomplished seamstress who made many of her own clothes. Later, she also made clothes for her grandchildren and their dolls as well. She was the family's genealogist, and later in her life she had the opportunity to visit the Luynes Chateau in the Loire Valley of France that belonged to ancestors from whom her middle name was derived.
David Sr. predeceased Ella Lynes in 1998.
She is survived by sons David (Connie) Mark, Titusville, Joseph (Patty) Mark, St. Augustine; grandsons, David Mark III (Diane), Titusville, Jon (Amy) Mark, Port St. John; granddaughters, Dr. Erin Mark, Jacksonville, Kathleen Mark, London, UK; and one great-granddaughter, Lauren Mark, Titusville.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, at St. Teresa Catholic Church in Titusville. Interment will follow at Brevard Memorial Park.
The family gratefully suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph Development Fund, 241 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 or Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation, Joe's Club North, 830 S. Park Ave., Titusville, FL 32780.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/28/2009)
Marceline "Marcy" A. Markels, 80, entered into peace with the Lord on June 2, 2010, following an extended illness. She was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on Oct. 29, 1929, lived in Atlanta, Ga., for 33 years, and then moved to St. Augustine in 1980, where she enjoyed her life on Vilano Beach. For the past four years she was lovingly cared for at Bayview Nursing Home.
Marcy was a dear wife, mother, sister, grandma, and greatmama. She will be greatly missed, but will live on in our hearts forever.
She was predeceased by her husband of 31 years, Lamar Hayes, her husband of five years, Milton Markels, son, Michael Hayes, sister, Ritzy Haley, and parents, Ritz and Beatrice Royer.
She is survived by her brother, Cres Royer; daughter, Theresa Hayes; son, Mark Hayes; stepdaughter, Sonja (Dave) Lay; stepson, Scott (Holly) Markels; grandsons, Matthew (Marcie) Payne, and Ryan Hayes; granddaughter, Rebecca (Chris) Burge; and six great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Savannah, Sydney, Simeon, Lillian, and Liberty.
The family is receiving friends at Craig's Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, June 7, 2010. A graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8, 2010.
Flowers are gratefully accepted or those wishing may make a contribution in memory of Marcy to Bayview-Samantha Wilson Care Center, 161 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL. 32084.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/5/2010)
John W. "Jack" Maronel, 83, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 2, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. He was born in Niagara Falls, N.Y., and had lived in St. Augustine since the 1940s. He attended Albright University in Buffalo, N.Y. For many years, Jack owned and operated Maronel's Town and Campus Shoe Store on St. George Street in St. Augustine. He was a longtime member of Elks Lodge 829, where he served as an officer and was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church. He was formerly a member of the Cathedral Basilica Parish, where he served as an usher for many years.
A funeral Mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Rev. William C. Mooney officiating. Interment will follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 8, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
He is survived by nephews, John W. Maronel and his wife Sonya, Michael Maronel, and Joe Maronel, all of St. Augustine, and great nieces and nephews, Brittany, Austin, Trey, Tradd, Hannah and Ethan.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the building fund at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 6175 Datil Pepper Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32086 or Sisters of St. Joseph, P.O. Box 3506, St. Augustine FL 32085.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 5, 2010)
John T. Marr, 89, of Orange Park, passed away Dec. 29, 2008.
Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home Lake Ivanhoe Chapel in Orlando, Fla., will be handling the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/31/08)
Lt. Col. Paul J. Marrkand USAF (Ret.), loving husband of 61 years to the love of his life, Patricia J. (Fuss) Marrkand, passed away Nov. 20, 2009, at age 89 after living a wonderful life devoted to family, faith and country.
Father to five children, Kim Marrkand and her spouse, Kathleen Henry, Tricia Ross and her husband, Rick, Jack Marrkand and his wife, Juliet, Mary Kervin and her husband, Dan, Paul Marrkand and his wife, Peg. Enthusiastic grandpa to his 12 grandchildren, David, Jaclyn, Matthew Ross, Kyla, Augustus Marrkand, Marissa, Christopher, Gregory, Sarah Kervin, Michael, Megan, Jen Marrkand. Born May 2, 1920, in New Haven, Conn., and was the last surviving of four sons to John and Frances (Kulasiewicz) Markiewicz.
Lt. Col. Marrkand was a U.S. Air Force World War II veteran flying 33 combat missions as a bombardier in The European Theater including D Day, June 6, 1944. Lt. Col. Marrkand was a member of the 448th Bombardment Group, 715 Bombardment Squadron, Crew 66, 8th Air Force, 8th Bomber Command, Second Division, 20th Combat Wing and was awarded The Distinguished Flying Cross for his service. He served 26 years with the USAF, retiring in 1968, completing his final tour of duty as head commander of ROTC at the College of The Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass.
Prior to settling in Grafton, Mass., Lt. Col. Marrkand was stationed in Colorado, Texas, Germany, California, England and Alabama as they raised their family. Lt. Col. Marrkand was a graduate of the University of Connecticut and enjoyed a successful business career after his military service.
He was an active parishioner of St. Philips Catholic Church in Grafton, Mass., having also chaired The Bishop's Fund Committee for the parish, a lifelong member of the Holy Name Society, The Military Officers Association of America, the Knights of Columbus, and a member and past president of The Grafton (Mass.) Lions Club. Lt. Col.
Marrkand and his wife moved to St. Augustine, Fla., where he loved to walk the beautiful beaches for hours where, when not talking to everyone on the beach, he said his prayers and collected perfect sea shells, which he gave to his family and friends around the country. His behind-the-scenes acts of charity and kindness made the difference to numerous families and organizations. Together he and his soul mate, Pat, were blessed with an abundance of treasured friends from Grafton to St. Augustine, to Dallas and to Shrewsbury where they returned to live near their family.
Paul was also a gifted story teller, avid sports fan and faithful caretaker of Baron, the family's beloved German shepherd. Lt. Col. Marrkand, the son of Polish immigrants, cherished America and never wavered from his core values of integrity, duty and faith, which are the legacy he leaves to his children and grandchildren.
His family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in his name to the Grafton Food Bank, 30 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519, The Multiple Myeloma Foundation, 383 Main Ave., 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851 or The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, P.O. Box 1992, Savannah, GA 31402.
A funeral Mass was celebrated Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. in his parish church of St. Philip, corner of Church & West St., Grafton Center. He was then laid to rest with military honors in St. Philips Cemetery in Grafton.
A condolence book may be signed at: www.roneyfuneralhome.com.
(St Augustine Record, 12/1/2009)
Jeffrey John "Jeff" Marsh, 42, of St. Augustine, passed away on Monday, Nov. 24, 2008, at Shands Hospital in Jacksonville, Fla. He was born in Coral Gables, Fla., June 24, 1966. In 1974, Jeff moved with his family to Alachua, Fla., where he graduated from Santa Fe High School in the Class of 1984. Several years ago, Jeff moved to St. Augustine, Fla. He enjoyed working in the air conditioning field and fixing anything.
He is survived by his father, John Wilton Marsh, Alachua, Fla.; sister, Joanna Marsh, St. Augustine; maternal grandmother, Margaret Gittinger, San Antonio, Texas; girlfriend, Terry Veteto, St. Augustine; dog, Heifer; aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. Jeffrey is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Jeanne Marsh, and brother, Gregory Wilton Marsh.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008 at Prince of Peace Votive Church at 2 o'clock in the afternoon. Prince of Peace Votive Church is located at 101 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, Fla. Donations in Jeff's memory can be made to: St. Augustine Lions Club, P.O. Box 860240, St. Augustine, FL. 32086.
Arrangements by St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/12/08)
Alice Marshall, a resident of The Allegro, St. Augustine since 2008, passed away May 11, 2011. Alice was a devoted Navy wife, mother and homemaker, a gourmet cook and nature enthusiast, who especially loved cats.
She is survived by daughters, Barbara and Connie (Chris); sons, Jack (Becky), Robbie (Sue), Pete (Julie), and Andy; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Her eldest son, Ray (Tina), died in 2001.
No services are planned. Her remains will join her husband's at Arlington National Cemetery.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on May 13, 2011)
David Floyd Marshall, 56, passed away suddenly at Flagler Hospital on March 26, 2009. Born in Minden, La., David was a graduate of Ouachita Baptist University and a lifelong Southern Baptist. David worked as a contract administrator for Northrop Grumman for 29 years. He was an avid golfer and Louisiana State University fan.
David will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 29 years, Karyn; daughter, Jennifer, of Tallahassee; brother, Philip Marshall, of Gail, Texas; and sister, Rosemary Rogers, of Hemphill, Texas.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday at Craig Funeral Home.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/29/09)
Danny Mitchell Martich, 46, of St Augustine, Fla., died April 21, 2011 at Bailey Family Center for Caring after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Detroit, Mich., and had resided in St. Augustine for 29 years. He had retired from Publix Supermarkets.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held 10 a.m. Monday until the time if the services. Contributions may be made in his memory to Bailey Family Care Center c/o Community Hospice, 4255 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
He is survived by his mother, Trientje Martich, St. Augustine; aunts, uncles and cousins also survive him. Danny will be missed by his may friends.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record from April 22 to April 24, 2011)
Anne Morck Martin, 88, of St. Augustine, died peacefully on Sept. 19, 2009, at her home.
Anne was born in Frankfurt, Germany, and was a longtime resident of New Rochelle, N.Y., before moving to St. Augustine 15 years ago.
As a youth, Anne was a member of the German National Swim Team and qualified for the 1936 Olympic games in the starting jump and in the 50-meter breaststroke.
A Holocaust survivor, she immigrated with her family to the United States in 1939. Anne was a graduate of NYU and worked as a paralegal for Coudert Brothers Law Firm in Manhattan for more than 30 years. She was a member of the New Rochelle Young Women"s Republican Club, having served as their president. Upon moving to St. Augustine, she was a member of Temple Bet Yam, where she was active with the Sunshine Committee.
A son, Dennis M. Martin, of St. Augustine, survives her.
Her husband, Leon S. Martin, preceded her in death in 1984.
Private services will be held in New York at a later date.
Contributions in her memory may by made to Temple Bet Yam, 2055 Wildwood Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32086 or to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 09/22/09)
Elizabeth Martin was born April 2, 1921, in Brooklyn, N.Y. She was the only child of Daniel and Anne Kenny Sposoto. Her mother was a nurse from Ireland and her father emigrated from Italy. She grew up in Brooklyn where her father owned a shoe repair shop and also made custom shoes for the handicapped. She attended Catholic schools and worked for many years as a teller at the Williamsburg Savings Bank. After the death of her mother in 1969, she moved with her husband Nicholas Leggio to Queens where her husband died in 1977. She was united in marriage in August of 1987 to Frank Martin, a widower and former neighbor from Queens. They moved to St. Augustine and enjoyed many happy years together until his death in 2003.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, the Rev. William Mooney officiating. Prayers will be recited 5 p.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will be later in Craig Memorial Park.
Elizabeth passed away on May 26, 2009, at the Moultrie Creek Nursing Home from complications resulting from a fall in April.
She is survived by her cousins, Dennis and Alyce Kenny of Brooklyn, N.Y., Margaret Crane of Farmingville, Long Island, N.Y., Patricia Kenny of Denver, Colo., and Kenneth Harrington of Holliston, Mass.
Craig Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/31/09)
Margaret Cavannaugh Martin, "Cavie", 96, died on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Florida Hospital in DeLand.
"Cavie" was born Nov. 4, 1911, in St. Augustine, Fla., and was proud to be an eighth-generation Floridian. She was a descendant of several of the Minorcan and Greek families who settled New Smyrna Beach in 1768. She graduated in 1930 from Ketterlinus High School in St. Augustine and moved to DeLand in 1934 when she married William "Bill" Martin Sr.
She was one of the first Avon ladies in DeLand and continued selling Avon into her 90s. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church in DeLand.
She was predeceased by her husband, William "Bill" Martin Sr; brother, Gordon Cavannaugh; daughter, Sara Ann Martin Summers; and great-granddaughter, Mikayla Robinson.
She is survived by two sons, William "Bill" Martin (Wilma) of DeLand and Michael James Martin of Green Valley, Ariz; and one brother, Edwin Cornell Cavannaugh Jr. of Jacksonville, Fla.
Affectionately known as "Par," she was the beloved grandmother to 11 and great-grandmother of 15 and leaves many nieces, nephews and cousins who will sorely miss her.
"Cavie" loved bright-colored flowers or please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 1737 N. Clyde Morris Blvd, Suite 140, Daytona Beach, Fla. 32117 in memory of Sara Ann Martin Summers and Mikayla Robinson.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, from 3-5 p.m. at Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home in DeLand. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church with Father Tom Connery, officiating.
Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home in DeLand is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/01/08)
Mary Potter Martin of St. Augustine, Fla., passed away on Tuesday, Jan 27, 2009, at age 73. Mary was born in Plant City, Fla., and was a graduate of Plant City High School. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University and received a Masters in Education from University of South Florida. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of St. Augustine. Mrs. Martin taught school for 41 years and was awarded the Teacher of the Year on several occasions.
Mary was a devoted mother and grandmother and is survived by daughters: Ann Maria Bickford and her husband, Tony, Karen Martin Prady, Kathy Martin Kretz, and her husband, Terry; sons, Scott Martin and his wife, Shay, Paul Martin and his wife, Mary Jo; grandchildren: Richard Prady, Christopher Martin, Brandon Byrd, Austin Byrd, Terry Kretz, III, Savannah Rae Martin and Emily Jo Martin. She left behind a dear friend, Laurie Marshall.
Mary was an avid bridge player, a member of the Alpha Delta Kappa teachers sorority and a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Plant City. Visitation will be held at Wells Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, Jan. 30, 2009 from 6-7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday Jan. 31, 2009 at Wells Memorial Chapel, followed by interment at Springhead Cemetery.
Wells Memorial Funeral Home, Lacey McClellan & Staff, (813) 752-1111.
(St Augustine Record, 01/29/09)
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)
Patricia A. Martin died unexpectedly on Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at her home. The eldest of five siblings, she was born on July 3, 1945, in Queens, N.Y., the daughter of William P. and Ruth P. O"Mara. She graduated from Massapequa High School with the class of 1963. In 1992, she moved to St. Augustine. It became her well-loved adopted home. She worked in various positions around the city, most recently as general manager of the Sleep Inn on Anastasia Boulevard. She was a proud member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Arie 4256, where she served as madam president, and past madam president of the ladies auxiliary.
She is survived by her son, Robert A. Plamondon and his wife, Valerie of Nashville, Tenn.; daughters, Tara M. Flynn and her husband Blair of Manassas, Va., Jessica M. Winans and her husband Jason of Leesburg, Va.; sisters, Maureen Hamilton of Jensen Beach, Fla., Susan Ollivier of Bethpage, N.Y.; a brother, William P. O"Mara of Ronkonkoma, N.Y.; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Michael O"Mara.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, at the St. Johns Family Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/4/2010)
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)
Richard Ernest Martin, 60 years young, of St. Augustine, Fla., died March 28, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerard and Charlotte Martin and sister, Kathy.
His sons James (JJ) and Harley Martin, both of St. Augustine; and daughter, Stephanie Martin of Virginia Beach, Va., survive him, as do grandchildren Aaron, Bhianna, Colin and Erica Martin and Summer Jones of Crestview, Fla.
Services will be held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 4256, 13 South Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, Fla., at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2010.
For Information, call (904) 829-9831.
(The St. Augustine Record, 4/07/10)
Sally Ann Martin was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., on Sept. 8, 1938, and passed away at her home in St. Augustine Beach at 10 p.m. on Aug. 30, 2009.
In 1958 Sally was involved in an auto accident and had spinal cord injuries that left her a quadriplegic, and for 51 years she lived paralyzed from the neck down. During those years she was very vivacious and lived life to the fullest. Sally went to college at Georgia State University, where she received her bachelor of arts degree.
Sally"s sister Gay Marsh was Sally"s dearest and devoted friend, who took care of her for 51 years and attended Georgia State University with her. Sally"s sister Debra Forte spent the last 10 years living at home and caring for Sally as well.
Sally joined the Navy in 1957 and was stationed at Bainbridge, Md., when she had her accident. She was a totally disabled service connected veteran. Thanks to all the benefits from the Veterans Administration, she received great medical care and support.
For someone who was paralyzed from the neck down, Sally enjoyed good health and was a brilliant woman who loved God, reading the Bible, classical music, poetry and her dogs, Hailey and Honeybear.
In January 2008 Sally suffered a massive stroke that took away her capacity to speak, and she had to have a trachea procedure and ventilator. Her family wanted her to have the opportunity to recover, as she was so strong-willed and such a fighter to live. She lost the battle late on a Sunday night, Aug. 30, 2009, and is now with God.
Sally is survived by her sisters, Gay Marsh, Debbie Forte and Joann O"Neal, and her brother, Al Marsh. Sally"s other chosen family is Sheila Moynihan, Leigh Moyer, Margie Carswell, Carole Long, Kathy Hanrahan, Doris Tomblin, Pat Quinn, Elaine Hemeke, Pat White, John and Patty McManus, Renee Vickers and Gayle Brandy. She is also survived by her nephews and nieces, Cheryl Maness, Herb and Ann Pugmire, Mark and Matt Pugmire, Kim Marsh and Jane Marsh.
Sally was a devoted Catholic and a member of the St. Anastasia Catholic Church. Sally appreciated the support and love from Father Seamus O"Flynn and Lucille Donati.
Father O"Flynn will officiate a 9 a.m. memorial Mass on Oct. 23, 2009, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. After services, all family and friends are invited to a "Celebration of Sally Martin"s Life" at her home at 579 16th St., St. Augustine Beach, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park assisted the family.
(St Augustine Record, 10/21/2009 - 10/22/2009)
Thomas Augustine Martin
Dec. 27, 1953 – Nov. 24, 2010
Thomas Martin, born in St. Augustine on Dec. 27, 1953, passed away on Monday, Nov. 24, 2010.
Tom attended St. Joseph Academy and lived his entire life in St. Augustine.
Throughout his life, he volunteered his time helping with many church, community, Cathedral Parish and St. Joseph Academy carnivals and sporting events. He closely followed college and professional sports and was always able to recount past and present records and stats of the teams and players.
He could frequently be seen riding his scooter around town, usually on his way to Treaty Park, St. Joseph Academy Field and Flagler College field to enjoy football, baseball and soccer. Tom loved animals and rescued his beloved Jeff (the dog) and Gizmo (the cat) from local shelters.
He will be most remembered and missed for his love and trust of people and his contagious positive attitude, even in the face of much sadness and suffering in his personal life. Tom made friends easily and reached out to anyone who needed a helping hand or a kind word.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Archie Martin and Naomi Martin; and by his siblings Penny Martin, Eddie Martin, Diane Martin, Nancy Martin and Archie Martin Jr.
He is survived by his nephews, Robbie St. John and Stephen St. John, and many other cousins.
Prayers will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Craig Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be held at the Cathedral Basilica at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Augustine Humane Society, P.O. Box 133, St. Augustine, FL 32085.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, November 30, 2010)
Tyler Allen Martin, 18, of St. Augustine, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, from injuries sustained in an accident. He was born and grew up in Jacksonville, Fla., where he was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and had lived in both Ft. White and St. Augustine in recent years. He was a high school graduate of the Florida Virtual School Program and had been working at Manucy"s Seafood in St. Augustine.
Tyler loved anything and everything outdoors. He enjoyed surfing, swimming, hunting, mudding and was an avid fisherman. Tyler had a great sense of humor and was very well-liked by both adults and his peers. He had many guy and girl friends between Jacksonville, Ft. White and St. Augustine. More than anything he loved his family.
He is survived by his mother, Karen Martin-Brown and step-father David Brown of Ft. White, his father, Larry Gatchell-Martin of St. Augustine; a sister, Erika Martin of Tallahassee; maternal grandmother Gisela "Lee" Martin of Orlando; paternal grandmother, Shirley Gatchell of St. Augustine; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Obrey "Pee Paw" Martin; paternal grandfather, James "Jim" Gatchell; and a paternal uncle, Jimmy Gatchell.
A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. Flower are accepted or donations in Tyler"s memory may be made to: H.A.W.K.E., at www.hawkewildlife.org or by mail to: P.O. Box 188, Elkton, FL. 32033
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on May 18, 2011)
William Joseph Martin of St. Augustine, Fla., formerly of Attawan Beach, Niantic, Conn., passed away Sept. 24, 2009, at home after a short illness at the age of 69. He was born in Taunton, Mass., to Julianna (Nadeau) and Thomas Martin. He was educated in the Taunton school system and graduated from Mitchell College in New London, Conn.
He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam Era. Bill worked in computer technology at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, East Hartford, Conn., and at the former Naval Underwater Sound Laboratory, New London, Conn.
He left government service to open his real estate brokerage with offices in Preston and Mystic, Conn. He operated his business as a broker, appraiser and developer for 20 years. He retired early from real estate in the early 1990s to care for his mother, who suffered from Alzheimer's disease. He was a member of the Elks Lodge in Groton, Conn., and St. Augustine, Fla., for 42 years, a member of the American Legion, Post 37, St. Augustine, and the Northeast Florida Humane Society.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Roberta (Wheeler) Martin.
Bill was an advocate for the rights of the elderly, children and animals throughout his life. While he enjoyed tennis, horseback riding and Black Jack, his passion was deep sea fishing ,which began in his childhood off the shores of Cape Cod.
Services will be private at a later date off the shores of St. Augustine.
The Martin family wishes to thank special friends Jeff and Brenda Aiken, Dr. Carlos Torres, Northeast Florida Community Hospice Aqua Team, Eland Club, and the Southwood Community for their support and assistance during this difficult time.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 09/26/09)
Charles Joseph Martinek Jr., 83, St. Augustine, died Sept. 21, 2010, at his home. He was born in Lynbrook, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past eight years, moving here from the Hamptons. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II. He owned and operated an auto body shop before retiring. He was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 13337, and he was an avid deep sea fisherman.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Monday, Sept. 27, 2010, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with the Rev. William C. Mooney officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Jacksonville National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m.
Prayers services will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, with visitation continuing until 7 p.m.
He is survived by his wife, Irene Martinek, St. Augustine; two daughters, Jeanne Davenport, Fleming Island, and Claire Abrenica, Huntington, W.Va.; and six grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 24, 2010)
Geneva Canova Martinez, 90, of St. Augustine, died on March 16, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
She was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. Known to her family as "Nee Nee," she will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who had a strong faith in God. She was a true unselfish woman whom Heaven welcomed with open arms.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, two sisters and a great-grandson.
She is survived by daughters, Betty Osteen, Rita Martinez and Rebecca MacAllister; and a son, William Holmes, all of St. Augustine; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Johns Family Funeral with Dr. Kenneth Capo officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/18/09)
Oscar Martinez, 84, of St. Augustine, died July 29, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. He had been a resident of St. Augustine for two years. He retired from the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served as a Merchant Marine.
He is survived by his wife, Isabel Martinez; daughter, Camilla Buehrer; grandchildren, Matthew Reagan and Calin Buehrer; and four sisters.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/31/08)
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)
John Martyn, 90, peacefully passed away at his St. Augustine home on Oct. 9, 2008.
He is survived by his loving wife, Helen, of 58 years; his daughter, Marianne; son, John; daughter-in-law, Sherri; son-in-law, Steve; and three grandchildren, Christine, Heather and John Jr.
His humor, wit and passion will never be forgotten. We love you, Pop.
(St Augustine Record, 10/31/08)
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)
Albert L. Maryes passed away at the Hadlow Center in Jacksonville March 7, 2010. He was 91 years old.
He was born in Florence, S.C., to Luther and Leila Maryes. He moved to Seville, Fla., at an early age, and later served in the Army during World War II.
He then moved with his first wife, Florence, to Bunnell, Fla., where they owned and operated a mobile home park and ran a honey business. He later retired to St. Augustine.
After his first wife's passing, he married his current wife, Lorraine.
He is survived by his wife, Lorraine; stepdaughter, Marie (Harry) Frantz; sister, Mary Bell (Hill) Young; three granddaughters; a grandson; five great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild.
There will be a memorial service at Moultrie Baptist Church at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 11, 2010, conducted by the Rev. Sanford Colley and the Rev. Clarence Blalock.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, 3/9/2010)
Thomas H. Mashburn Jr., 62, St. Augustine, died Nov. 6, 2008, at Malcom Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville. He was born in Clayton, Ga., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1980, moving here from Pompano Beach. He was retired, having worked previously as an explosives technician with Dynoblast. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during Vietnam.
Memorial services will be held 7 p.m. today at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 S.R. 207, with Rev. David Shokes officiating.
He is survived by his wife, Loraine B. Mashburn; four sons, Mark Mashburn, Ronald Mashburn, Thomas Mashburn, Randall Mashburn, all of St. Augustine; one brother, Billy Ray Mashburn, Fairbury, Ill.; two sisters, Margaret Hanson, Port St. Lucie, Brenda Banks, Talking Rock, Ga.; and eight grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/08/08)
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)
Mary Massey passed peacefully on May 11, 2011, at Flagler Hospital. She was born on Dec. 20, 1915, in Virginia. She had lived in St. Augustine for four and a half years with her daughter Janet, and recently at Bayview and The Pavilion.
She is survived by her daughters, Janet Gilmer and Sandra Kay Eggleston; her sons-in-law, Jerry Gilmer and Francis Eggleston; her granddaughter Melissa Gilmer; and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be held in Martinsville Va., on Tuesday, May 17.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on May 15, 2011)
Otis A. Massey, 86, of St. Augustine, died on Oct. 12 at Flagler Hospital.
Services will be private.
Survivors include his daughter, Sandra Stewart, and grandchildren, Melissa Wolf, Travis Davis and Christopher Stewart.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record, 10/19/08)
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)
Arnold U. Masters, 102 of St. Augustine, Fla., died Oct. 7, 2008 at St. Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Spuds, Fla. in 1906, and was a life long resident of St. Johns County. He was a retired cattleman. He was a cattleman from the days of open range driving cattle on horseback. The St. Johns Cattleman Association honored his achievements in 1984 when they dedicated the annual Cracker Day celebration to him.
His wife Edith precedes him in death. He leaves a daughter, Doris Reimer; two grandchildren, Nancy Reimer DVM, and Edward Reimer; a nephew and two nieces and six great-grandchildren.
He was a member of Cathedral Parish.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Monday at Cathedral-Basilica. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. tonight at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery.
He is survived by his daughter, Doris Reimer, St. Augustine; two grandchildren, Nancy Reimer and Edward Reimer; six great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park, 1475 Old Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/12/08)
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)
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)
Daniel "Dan" W. Masters, 71, passed away at Big Bend Hospice House in Tallahassee, Fla., on April 20, 2010. Dan was born to Winford and Helen Masters and always lived in the St. Augustine area. He retired from Georgia Pacific after 41 years. He was a much beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved the beach and enjoyed mullet fishing.
Survivors include his sons, Daniel W. Masters Jr., Dale (Paula) Masters Sr., Ricky Masters; daughters, Diana (Jamie) Lewis, Donna (Jim) Rainey, Derinda (Elton) Rushlau; sisters, Mary Ellen (Larry) Masters, Sylvia (Kenneth) Johns; brothers, Joel Masters, Jerry (Sally) Masters, Pat (Glenda) Masters; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Friday, April 23, 2010, with prayers at 6 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2010, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Elkton, followed by burial at the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308-5428, www.bigbendhospice.org.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/22/2010)
Darrell Walkup Masters, 51, passed away at Flagler Hospital on Sept. 9, 2010. He was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine and a member of the Catholic faith. Darrell was an avid golfer, a loyal Gator fan and a sports trivia enthusiast.
A graveside funeral service was held on Sept. 13, 2010, at Evergreen Cemetery with Pastor Keith Hutchinson of Hastings Community Church officiating.
Darrell is survived by his parents, Willard L. and Harriet C. Masters; sister, Cynthia M. Abbott; three brothers, Victor (Nancy) Masters, Tim Masters and identical twin brother, Dwight F. Masters, and other family and friends.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park was in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 19, 2010)
Josephine Hardee Masters, 95, died Oct. 11, 2009 at Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville.
A long time resident of St. Augustine and the devoted wife of the late Earl "Ike" L. Masters, Sr., she retired from the Florida East Coast Railroad accounting department.
Since 1996 she was a resident of Westminster Woods in Jacksonville and is survived by her son, Dr. Earl L. Masters, Jr.; grandchildren, Linda Masters Boatright, Lawrence A. Masters, Robert W. Masters, and great-grandchild Nicholas Masters of Atlanta.
Burial will be private.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/18/2009)
Madeline S. Masters, 93, of Palatka passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville following an extended illness.
Mrs. Masters was born in Salisbury, N.C. Madeline enlisted in the U.S. Army during WWII, serving as a registered nurse and second lieutenant at a military hospital in Alabama. It was in 1953 Madeline and her husband, Quincy H. Masters Jr., bought the Witt Funeral Home in Palatka and established the Masters Funeral Home. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Palatka where, in 2003, she was recognized as a 50-year member. She was a 50-plus year member of the Palatka Womans Club.
Survivors include one son, Quincy H. Masters III, and his wife, Frankie of Palatka; one daughter and son-in-law, Madeline and Terry Northcutt of Ocala; one sister, Frances Barbor of Philadelphia; five grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren
Calling hours will be from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the Masters Funeral Home of Palatka with the Rev. Robert Scott, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Palatka, officiating. In honor and celebration of Mrs. Masters' life, a video tribute will be shown. Burial will follow in the Palatka Memorial Gardens with military honors bestowed by the United States Army.
Messages of sympathy may be sent to mastersobit@hotmail.com.
Memorial gifts may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 297, Palatka, FL 32178.
Masters Funeral Home of Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/19/2009)
Mary Alice Masters, 75, of Elkton, Fla., died Sept. 25, 2008 at her home. She was born in Jacksonville, Fla. She was an artist and bookkeeper for the family business, Masters Electric. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Elkton. Mrs. Masters was well known for her paintings, she participated in showing her art at the St. Ambrose Fair for many years. She was a former member of the Palatka Art League. She was a reading tutor at Hastings Elementary and South Woods for many years.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Elkton, burial will be in St. Ambrose Cemetery. Visitation will be held 4-6 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 5:30 p.m. Sunday in Craig Funeral Home.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, James I. Masters, Elkton. Daughters, Holly (Carlos J.) Rodriquez, Titusville, Fla., and Amy (Jeff) Haun, Jacksonville, Fla. Sons, James D. (Vickie) Masters, Hastings, Fla.; Harry L. (Jean) Masters, Elkton, Fla., Joseph K. (Beth) Masters, Mahopac, N.Y., and Darryl J. (Angela) Masters, Orange Park, Fla. Sisters, Jeanette Teeter, New York, Janice Davis, St. Augustine, Fla., and Sherry Teeter, North Carolina. Brother, Harold Lore, Sampson; Fla.; 15 grandchildren, Michael Masters, Jamie Collis, Melissa Peters, Matthew Masters, Jessica Davis, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Carlos D. Rodriguez, Katherine Rodriguez, Ethan Masters, Lillian Masters, Christopher Haun, Heather, Cody, Nicky, and Chris; two great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 9/28/08)
John E. ''Gene'' Masters, 75, Tallahassee, died Sept. 24, 2000, in Tallahassee. He was a native of St. Augustine, and he had resided in Tallahassee for 30 years. He was a watchmaker and an accountant with the state of Florida until his retirement. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Tallahassee.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Elkton. Burial will be in San Ambrose Cemetery. Friends may call at the Bevis Funeral Home, Tallahassee, from 4:30-6 p.m., today, and prayers will be said there at 6 p.m., today.
Those wishing may make a contribution, in his memory, to St. Joseph's Academy of Maggie Valley, POB 548, Maggie Valley, N.C. 28751.
Survivors include two daughters, Carla M. Nolan, Nancy M. Nelson, both of Tallahassee; four brothers, Paul Masters, Middleburg, Tommy Masters, Jacksonville, Jimmy and David Masters, both of Elkton; four sisters, Sister Mary Ruth Masters, SSJ, Janice Thomas, both of Maggie Valley, Joan Tringali, St. Augustine, Virginia Schrenker, Orlando; and three grandchildren.
(St Augustine Record, 09/26/09)
William K. "Bill" Masters, Jr., 67, of St. Augustine, passed away unexpectedly in the Florida Keys on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011. Bill was born in Charlotte, N.C. and had been a resident of St. Augustine for the past 16 years, coming from Interlachen. He had lived in Palatka in the 1960s. He had served as regional vice president for Clements Paper Co., a division of Mead Corp., in Knoxville where he worked in marketing and sales. He had served as president of the condominium association for Beachers Lodge in Crescent Beach. He was a member of the Shores United Methodist Church in St. Augustine. He enjoyed traveling on cruises, boating, fishing, snorkeling, and woodworking. He was a big Tennessee Volunteers football and basketball fan.
Preceding him in death were his mother, Julia Hobbs; his father, William K. "Billy" Masters, Sr.; and an infant son, Adam Masters.
Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Nancy Dwyer Masters of St. Augustine; three sons, Kavan Masters of Palm Coast, Mike Masters of Green Cove Springs and Mark Masters (Fay Owens) of Palm Coast; one sister and brother-in-law, Bette and H.L. Brantley of Toccoa, Ga.; a former daughter-in-law, Lori Ann Masters of Powell, Tenn.; and two grandsons, William K. "Billy" Masters, IV and Logan Masters; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will begin 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 at the St. Johns Family Funeral Home in St. Augustine. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Friday at the St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Dr. Tom Cullens, officiating. In honor and celebration of Bill"s life a video tribute will be shown.
Memorial gifts may be sent to Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington, D.C. 20090-6231.
Masters Funeral Home of Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 8, 2011)
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)
Mary Francis Mastin, 84, of Palatka, died Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at her home by the St. Johns River.
Among the survivors are four daughters, Alice Mastin of Moorhead, Minn., Kathy McConihay of Jacksonville, Valerie Miller of St. Augustine and Rita Mastin of Palatka; two sisters; a brother; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at the St. Johns Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the Palatka Memorial Gardens.
Masters Funeral Home of Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record, 06/12/10)
Carolyn Marie Wonicker Mathe, 80, passed away after a long illness on Feb. 25, 2011, at Roberts Care Facility of Haven Hospice in Palatka.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, John J. Mathe Sr.; her children, Thena Catherine Mathe, of Palatka; John J. Mathe Jr. and wife Pegi, of Interlachen; Maria Mathe-Bergh and husband John, of Round Rock, Texas; Liam P. Mathe and wife Suzanne, of Interlachen; adopted daughter Anna L. Johns, of Palatka; four grandchildren, Renee Mathe Unsworth and husband Shawn, of St. Augustine, Christopher Flowers of Delray Beach, Desiree Mathe Wright and husband Joseph, of Interlachen, and Kara Mathe and fiancŽ Robert Comstock, of Gainesville; nine great-grandchildren; and many cousins, extended family members, and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Wonicker and Thena Alena Ebersold Wonicker; and brother, A.E. "BoBo" Wonicker.
Carolyn was born June 3, 1930, at St. Vincent"s Hospital (Health Center) in Jacksonville, Fla., where she lived until moving to Interlachen in 1964.
She attended Landon High School in Jacksonville.
She married John on Sept. 24, 1947, in St. Paul"s Rectory, Jacksonville. She was a former member of Assumption Catholic Church in Jacksonville, and a current member of St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Interlachen. At St. John The Evangelist, she was the first president of the Parish Council and the first president of the Ladies Guild. She also served as treasurer of the Diocese of St. Augustine Deanery.
She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post No. 293, and the Interlachen Lions Club, where she served as a former Lions Auxiliary president. In addition, she was a past president of the Interlachen PTO, and a volunteer with 4-H of Putnam County.
She worked as a receptionist for seven years with Dr. Joe Maltby of the Animal Medical Clinic in Palatka, and was secretary/treasurer of The Mathe Corporation in Interlachen until retirement.
Carolyn is remembered by family and friends as a generous person and as a gracious hostess of many celebrations in her home, sharing her love of food and cooking. She enjoyed her collections, including her beloved cookbooks. She also loved gardening and made sure there were always flowers in bloom.
A viewing will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home, 1235 State Road 20, Interlachen.
A Mass of Resurrection will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, in St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church, 1200 State Road 20, Interlachen. The Rev. Robert L. Napier will officiate. A reception will follow in Heerey Hall at the church.
A private family interment will be held in the Mathe-Berklemann cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to the charity Water Ministries Inc., P.O. Box 1417, Interlachen FL 32148.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on February 26, 2011)
Kyle Mathews, 53, passed away at his residence on Aug. 10, 2011. Kyle was a loving father and friend to all who knew him. He was always there to help and stuck up for the less fortunate. He had severe medical problems toward the end of his life but fought to get well until the end. He is now at peace with our Father in Heaven.
Memorial Service will be 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011 at Crescent Beach Baptist Church.
He is survived by sons, Ryan and Randy Sheckels; mother, Shirley Mathews, step-father, John Mathews, father, Fred Sheckels, step-mother, Marilyn Sheckels; brother, Kevin Sheckels; sister, Kelli Bufe; brother, Dain Bufe; and grandchild, Gabriel Sheckels.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 16, 2011 )
Janet A. Mathiesen, the love of my life, went home to be with Jesus her Savior. Music was always in her heart, and it flowed from there as she performed on the piano. She loved people; she loved Jesus.
Janet was a native and longtime resident of the Chicago, Ill., area before moving to St. Augustine in 1996. She attended the American Conservatory of Music and Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. She began teaching piano in her home in 1970 and continued until her last illness, having trained hundreds of children.
She was a member of Anastasia Baptist Church.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, at Anastasia Baptist Church with the Rev. Walter West officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Anastasia Baptist Church Building Fund, 1650 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Richard "Rich" Mathiesen of St. Augustine; a son, Jonathan Richard Mathiesen, and his wife, Gail, of Portland, Ore.; a daughter, Heidi Louise Isaac, and her husband, Steven, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; a sister, Miriam Louise Towle, of Fort Worth, Texas; and grandchildren, September Isaac, Samuel Mathiesen and Addison Mathiesen.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/01/09)
Mack Briggs Mathis Jr., 81, of Chiefland, Fla., formally of Lakeland and St. Augustine, Fla., passed away Monday, Feb. 16, 2009, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born Sept. 24, 1927, in Lanier County, Ga., to Mack Briggs Sr. and Essie Lena Kent Mathis. He was the supervisor of Water and Sewer for the City of Lakeland and St. Augustine for many years before his retirement. Many young men in Lanier County will always remember him, for he and his wife provided baseball and many other games at their home, along with summer camping trips and swimming in Twin Lakes in Lake Park, Ga. He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lakeland, Ga.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret A. Mathis, Chiefland; sons and daughters-in-law, Frank and Sherri Mathis and Briggs and Lisa Mathis, all of Chiefland, and Jeffrey and Teri Mathis, St. Augustine; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Steve Hand, Umatilla, Fla.; grandchildren, Dale and Wane, Carrie and James, Dean, Carolyn, Craig and Amy, Chad, Kathy, Joshua, Kayla, Hannah, Samantha and Richard, Jarrett, Stephanie, Echol and JR; great-grandchildren, Calvin, Taylor, Coe, Lindsay and Seth; sister, Faye; and Gerald Christeson, Spokane, Wash.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009, at the First Baptist Church of Lakeland with burial following in Riverside Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. Sympathy may be expressed online at www.musicfuneralservices.com.
Music Funeral Services of Lakeland is serving the Mathis family.
(St Augustine Record, 02/18/09)
Mary Neat Mathis, 97, of St. Augustine, died July 3, 2009, at San Marco Terrace Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born in Columbia, Ky., April 23, 1912, and had a standing invitation to the Kentucky Derby. She was married to Judge Charles Mathis Jr. for 65 years and was an upstanding and active resident of St. Augustine for over 77 years, where she raised her three children. She was a consummate homemaker, a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and a member of Grace United Methodist Church.
Mary was famous for being an exceptional cook and hostess, and was an avid gardener whose roses still grace Anastasia Island.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Judge Charles Mathis Jr., and her grandson, David Mathis. She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother by her two sons, Charles Mathis and his wife, Joan, Robert Mathis and his wife, Theresa, all of St. Augustine; one daughter, Sybil Patterson, and her husband, Sandy, of Riverview, Fla.; and a multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Teddy Meade officiating. A visitation of family and friends will be held on Sunday from 3 p.m. until the hour of the service. A graveside service will follow at 10 a.m. Monday at Evergreen Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined, and those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to her and her husband's favorite charity: Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, 380 Boys Ranch Road, Palatka, FL 32177 or to a charity of your choice.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/11/09)
Milton E. "Ski" Matkowski, 68, passed away suddenly on Nov. 27, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
A Philadelphia native, Milt had lived in St. Augustine for the past 47 years. He retired as a hospital corpsman E-7 from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service. He then served 10 years in the Military Sea Lift Command.
Milt was an avid coin collector and member of the Ancient City, Daytona and Titusville coin clubs.
He will be lovingly remembered by his surviving family members, his sister, Virginia M. Dunn; and three brothers, James, Thomas and Christopher Matkowski.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/1/2009)
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)
Anthony Phillip "Tony" Matson passed into God's arms on Dec. 17, 2009. The son of Greek immigrants, Mr. Matson was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., in 1931.
He grew up to attend Columbia University and played baseball for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He married the love of his life, JoAnne "Penny" Matson, in Vero Beach, during the Dodgers spring training. He was drafted into the military shortly thereafter, and after serving in the U.S. Army, he taught school in the Duval County School District before opening a successful group of Jacksonville restaurants, Tony's Pizza King and Dial-A-Pizza. He also started several successful businesses in the Bahamas.
After retiring in his 40s, he traveled the world with JoAnne by his side and lived in St. Augustine since 1983. He will be forever remembered as a talented entrepreneur, a generous friend and, most of all, a loving father and husband. His sharp wit and vibrant spirit will be sorely missed.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, JoAnne (Penny) Christenson; sons and daughters-in-law, Mark (Jill) Matson, of Gainesville, and Stephen (Lynne) Matson, of Jacksonville; and six grandchildren, Kerri, Blake, Caden, Christian, Davis and Cooper Matson. He joins his son, Anthony Matson Jr., who predeceased him.
Private family services are planned, and a celebration of his beautiful life will be announced later.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/20/2009)
Frederick Carl Matthaei III died peacefully in his home on Aug. 4, 2011.
A graduate of the University of Michigan, Carl moved to St. Augustine in 2004, becoming a lifetime member of the Florida Wildlife Federation, a trustee of the University of Florida"s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience and president of the South Anastasia Communities Association.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the South Anastasia Communities Association, P.O. Box 840255, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
A memorial service will be held at 9 a.m. on Sept. 17, 2011, at the Marineland Boardwalk with a reception following at the Whitney Auditorium.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record from August 26 to August 28, 2011 )
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)
Rosa B. Matthews, 49, of St. Augustine, died June 4, 2009, at Baptist Medical Center, south Jacksonville. She attended Words of Life Ministries and worked as a child care provider.
She is survived by her husband, Bernard Matthews; son, Gerald Hammond Jr.; daughters, Sherrell, Kirstin and DiAsia Matthews, all of St. Augustine; brothers, Virgil Hill, Jermaine McNeil, Michael, Tony and Derrick Green, and David Nimmons; sisters, Tammie Hill, Teresa Leroy; and mother, Dorothy Washington, all of St. Augustine.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at New St. James MBC, with the Rev. Nathaniel Jackson, pastor, the Rev. Nathan White, eulogist. Calling hours are Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at the church. Burial will be in Sanksville Cemetery.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/11/09)
Daune Dawson Mattox, 53, born June 9, 1958, and passed away on July 23, 2011, at his home. He was a native of Orangedale, Fla. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Mattox.
He is survived by his wife, Pam Mattox; two daughters, Amber and Morgan Mattox; his father, David Mattox; stepmother, Ellen Mattox; brother, Darrell Mattox and sister-in-law, Sandy Mattox. Funeral services are being held at Broadus-Raines Funeral Home in Green Cove Springs. The viewing is from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday (today) for friends. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m Thursday. He will be laid to rest in Orangedale Cemetery next to his mother.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 27, 2011 )
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)
Peter Paul Matusiak, 89, passed away on Feb. 14, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville.
Peter has lived in the Switzerland and Mill Creek area for 40 years and is survived by his stepson, Carl Wilbur of Mill Creek; two sons, Paul Matusiak of Orlando and Bill Matusiak of St. Augustine; three daughters, Jean Prevenus of Corpus Christi, Texas, Jane Featherman of Merritt Island, Fla., and Patty Braddock of St. Augustine; sister, Frances Randall of Taveras, Fla.; and 16 grandchildren.
Visitation will be tonight from 6 to 8 at Craig Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Craig Funeral Home with the Rev. Wesley Slough of Switzerland Community Church officiating. Burial at Craig Memorial Park.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/17/09)
Ralph F. Matzke passed away Feb. 13, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer at the Bailey Center. He served in the U.S. Navy.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Debra.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carolyn; daughter, Linda; and brothers, Robert and Frank.
The celebration of his life will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in memory of Ralph to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Arrangements are under the care of Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, February 16, 2011)
Colleen Hohne Mauldin, a lifelong resident of St. Augustine, passed away Nov. 7, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. She was 81.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Bernice Pacetti Hohne; her sister, Berneen Hohne; and husband, Bill Mauldin.
She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in 1948. Colleen retired in 1984 from BellSouth after 38 years of service. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and the Altar Society at San Sebastian Catholic Church.
She is survived by her two children, Michael L. Mauldin and Cindy M. Sikes; four grandchildren, Michele M. Carlton, Aaron H. Sikes Jr., Neil F. Mauldin and Ashley S. Schaeffer; and eight great-grandchildren.
For those wanting to make a donation in her memory, the family asks that they be made to San Sebastian Catholic Church-Building Fund, 1112 State Road 16, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at San Sebastian Catholic Church, followed by graveside services at San Lorenzo Cemetery and a reception back at San Sebastian.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, November 10, 2010)
Marjorie Maurice, 88, passed away on Jan. 17, 2011, at San Marco Terrace.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make a donation in her memory to the Council on Aging, 180 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Andrew.
She is survived by her daughter, Ruth (Allen) Helms; son, Carl (Bonnie) Maurice; sister, Barbara Howland; brother, James Paul; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 21, 2011)
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)
Guy Henry Mawhinney, 72, passed away on Aug. 1, 2008, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville.
A St. Augustine resident for nearly 20 years, he was well known in the business community. He was the former owner of the Best Western Ocean Inn at St. Augustine Beach and was past president of the South Beaches Area Council of the Chamber of Commerce. He served on many fund-raising committees and was involved in bringing the Pavillion to St. Augustine Beach. He was the co-owner of gift shops on St. George Street. In addition, he was past president of the Willow Walk Homeowners Association. He was great a fan and supporter of the Flagler College basketball team and could be found at almost every home game.
He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Cheryl; his son, Guy Mawhinney Jr., and his wife, Holly, of Haverhill, Mass.; his daughter, Laura Bujak, and her husband, Francis, of Lyndeboro, N.H.; his stepdaughter, Lauren Tivey, of Conway, N.H.; his stepson, Brian Tivey, and his wife, Amy, of St. Augustine; his sister, Joan Cole, of Groveland, Mass.; and by seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Visitation will be on Monday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Cathedral Basilica at 10 a.m. on Tuesday with burial to follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 08/03/08)
John William Mawhinney, 65, was taken from us much too soon on March 1, 2009, as the result of a tragic home accident. He was a retired truck driver and member of the Teamsters Union, born in Philadelphia, Pa., on Oct. 10, 1943. John lived in the Philadelphia suburbs until moving to St. Augustine in 1997 after a 36-inch snowfall. He bloomed in the Florida sun where he pursued new opportunities in the maintenance field and became state certified in many fields. He could fix anything and proudly did so at The Windjammer and The Allegro complexes.
He leaves behind to mourn his loss: wife, Jacqueline; son, John Brian Mawhinney; daughter, Nancy Rodenbaugh; stepdaughters, Amy Kelly (Dave), Jennifer Fisher (Rick); six much beloved grandchildren, Hana Mura, Nicholas and Claire Kelly, Eric Mawhinney, Matilda and Jane Fisher; sister, Joan Downs (Joe); brothers, William (Betty Rae) and Joseph (Kathie) as well as many nieces and nephews.
His many friends and his family will sorely miss him. Contributions in his memory may be made to the St. Augustine YMCA.
Memorial services will be held 11:30 a.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel, the family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. until time of services on Friday.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/04/09)
Elizabeth N. Maxwell, 96, St. Augustine, died July 4, 2009, at Roberts Care Center.
Services will be held in Worcester, Mass.
She is survived by a son, Paul Maxwell (Nora), St. Augustine; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jacqueline Maxwell.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/09/09)
Grady R. Maxwell, 84, Madison, Fla., died Saturday, March 14, 2009, surrounded by loved ones and under the able care of Big Ben Hospice. Grady was born on Dec.4, 1924 in Cairo, Ga. He moved to St. Augustine, Fla., in 1935 where he lived with his aunt and uncle, Bob and Claude Arnett.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Johnson Oladell Maxwell.
Culley's Funeral Home, Tallahassee, Fla., was in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 04/03/09)
Michele Rene May, 46, died Aug. 11, 2011 at Treasure Coast Hospice, Fort Pierce, Fla.
Michele was born in Tallahassee, Fla., and was a resident of Port St. Lucie, Fla., since 2010, coming from Canton, Ga.
She was a 1984 graduate of the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind, worked for Publix as a cashier for nine years, was a charter member of the Village Church in St. Augustine, Fla., and was a member of the Jacksonville Deaf Club.
Survivors include her companion, Leo Hammer, Jr., of Port St. Lucie; son, Richard James "RJ" May-Hammer of Port St. Lucie; parents, Pastor Bob and Martie May of St. Augustine; and sisters, Melanie Vogelpohl of Portland, Ore., and Christie Hopson of Fayetteville, N.C.
Memorial contributions may be made in Michele"s memory to the Richard J. May-Hammer Memorial Fund, c/o First Atlantic Bank, 7458 U.S. 1 North, Suite 101, St. Augustine, FL 32095.
There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011, at The Village Church, 4225 Pacetti Road, St. Augustine, FL 32092.
Arrangements are under the direction of Haisley Funeral & Cremation Service. Online condolences may be expressed at www.haisleyfuneralhome.com
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 24, 2011 )
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)
LCDR Dan Cruise Maybee, USN (Ret.), 76, passed away peacefully in his home on 23 July. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol; children Dana (James) Cunningham, Pamela (Marc) Snyder, CDR Sean (Yvette) Maybee; grandchildren, Jake, William, Jamie, Colin, Arden and Bennett; and sister Linda Lemke.
Dan was a native of South Haven, Mich., and a naval aviator from 1955-1977. Following his Naval career, he continued working in the aerospace industry and lived for 30 years in Smithtown, N.Y. Upon retiring to St. Augustine, Fla., he became actively involved in the community through the Brotherhood of St. Andrew at Trinity Parish.
Always generous with his time, his thoughts and his sense of humor, Dan was the life of the party and will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.
A memorial service was held at Trinity Parish at 2 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2011. In lieu of flowers, please direct your generosity to your local Food Bank or Food Pantry.Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park assisted the family.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 2, 2011 )
Anthony Edward Mayer, 87, of St. Augustine, died on Nov. 26, 2008 at Moultrie Creek Nursing & Rehab Center. Mr. Mayer was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1994, moving here from Long Island, New York. Mr. Mayer served in the U.S. Army during WWII and worked for many years as a semi-truck driver.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. today at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
Anthony is survived his wife, Terry Mayer of St. Augustine; daughters, Patricia VanPetten of Palm Coast, and Nancy Gannon of St. Augustine; a brother, Everett Mayer of Islip, N.Y.; four grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.
Arrangements by St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 11/29/08)
Deacon Dodge A. Mays, 45, of Hastings, Fla., died Aug. 17, 2011 at Roberts Care Center in Palatka, Fla. Mr. Mays was a graduate of Hastings High School and would later go on to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He was a faithful member of Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, superintendent of Sunday school, and was a member of the Male Chorus.
He is survived by his devoted mother, Josephine Davis of Baconton, Ga.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Gethsemane M.B.C., Hastings, with Pastor Rick Torrence officiating. Burial will follow in Gethsemane Cemetery. Viewing will be at Gethsemane Baptist Church from 6-7 p.m. Friday.
Arrangements are entrusted to Coleman"s Mortuary, Hastings.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 25, 2011 )
Thomas Paul Mazza, 77, St. Augustine, died Sept. 25, 2010, at his home. He was born in Flushing, N.Y., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past five years, moving here from West Palm Beach. He was a graduate of Lake Worth High School Class of 1951. He attended the University of Florida and then entered the U.S. Marine Corps. He moved back to West Palm Beach in 1960 and began his career as an aeronautical engineer with Pratt & Whitney, until retiring in 1987. He was a member of Crescent Beach Baptist Church.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Haven Hospice, 200 Southpark Boulevard, Suite 207, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
He is survived by his wife, Aliceann, St. Augustine; three sons, Robert Mazza, West Palm Beach, Doug Mazza and his wife, Carole, St. Augustine, David Mazza, Jupiter; one brother, Ronald J. Mazza and his wife, MaryAnn, Lake Worth.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home, St. Augustine, is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 29, 2010)
Anne Marie McAndrew, of St. Augustine, passed away Friday, Jan. 8, 2010. Born Aug. 11, 1926, in Fall River, Mass., Anne married Raymond R. McAndrew, her husband of 58 years, in 1951. Her sons, Rick and Rob, were born in 1960 and 1963, respectively. Anne made homes in Seattle, Wash.; Los Angeles, Calif.; Washington, D.C.; Flushing, N.Y.; North Branford, Conn.; Quonochontaug, R.I.; New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; and St. Augustine, where she resided since 1996. She was devoted to her family and friends, loved the beach and was an avid bridge player.
Anne is survived by her son, Robert Harrison McAndrew, daughter-in-law, Michelle Kaplan McAndrew, and grandchildren, Elizabeth Anne and William Richard McAndrew. of Chicago, Ill..
She was predeceased by her son, Richard James McAndrew, of Westerly, R.I., and by her husband, Ray, who passed away in June.
The funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 9 a.m., at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in St. Augustine, with the Rev. Father Seamus O"Flynn, celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities, P.O. Box 543, St. Augustine, FL 32085.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/11/2010)
Raymond Richard McAndrew of St. Augustine, Fla., passed away on June 1, 2009. He was 82 years old. Ray was born on June 29, 1926, in Fall River, Mass. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. After the war, he enjoyed a distinguished career as a special agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigations serving in field offices in Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., New York City and New Haven. He retired to Quonochontaug, R.I., and then moved to St. Augustine, where he and his devoted wife, Anne, had resided since 1996. While in St. Augustine, Ray was a member of Council 7121 of the Knights of Columbus.
Ray is survived by his wife of 58 years, Anne Hinchey McAndrew; his son, Robert Harrison McAndrew and daughter-in-law Michelle Kaplan McAndrew; grandchildren, Elizabeth Anne and William Richard McAndrew of Chicago, Ill.; and his sister, Barbara Crowley of Silver Springs, Md.
He was predeceased by his son, Richard James McAndrew of Westerly, R.I.
The funeral Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday, June 8, 2009, at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in St. Augustine with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities Bureau Inc., P.O. Box 543, St. Augustine, FL 32085-0543, http://www.ccbstaug.org/
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/04/09)
Maureen Lenagh McAndrews, 78, died peacefully with her beloved husband of 56 years at her side on Aug. 13, 2011 at Bailey Center for Caring after a valiant battle with Alzheimer"s disease. She is the cherished wife of Charlie and loving mother of John, of Cleveland, Ohio.
She is preceded in death by her beloved sons, Chuckie and Michael, her sister, Jacqueline Sasso and her parents John and Margaret Lenagh.
A native of North Braddock, Pa., Maureen resided in Cleveland before retiring to St. Augustine, Fla. She was a graduate of St. Thomas High School in Braddock, class of 1951.
Memorial Mass will be celebrated 9:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 2011 at Good Shepherd Church in Braddock, Pa.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 17, 2011)
Paul (Paulie) J. McAskill, 59 years young, passed away on Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, while still aboard his beloved yacht "Driftaway." Paulie was one of a kind, a true Pirate born 200 years too late.
He leaves behind a daughter in Massachusetts and a multitude of friends up and down the east coast, especially here in St. Augustine. Of all the traits, we will remember it can be said that he never lied and that there were no filters between Paulie"s brain and his mouth.
A gathering will be held at the Hurricane Patty"s Restaurant at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011.
Contributions to NE Florida Community Hospice will be appreciated.
"We love you and we will miss you, Paulie."
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 7, 2011)
Jim McBane, 58, passed away in his residence on Oct. 8, 2010. He was born on Feb. 27, 1952, in Portland, Ore.
A memorial service was held in Jim's honor on Monday at Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
He is survived by father, Fred W. McBane; daughters, Joy Kokjohn, Marijean VanSyckle and Christina McBane; son, Jason McBane; brothers, Steve and Dennis McBane; sister, Patty Nest; and seven grandchildren.
Jim retired from the Army Corps of Engineers in 2007. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed tennis, hiking, camping, and skiing and passed along his love of science and nature to his children and grandchildren. He was a selfless father and grandfather who never thought twice about making sacrifices for the ones he loved. He will truly be missed.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, October 16 to October 23, 2010)
Dr. William Ray (Bill) McCallon passed away Jan. 24 in his St. Augustine home. He was 79 years old.
Bill sailed his sailboat into St. Augustine in 1986 after making a trans-Atlantic crossing, fell in love with the town and never left.
Born in Oklahoma, Bill grew up on a ranch enjoying what he described as an idyllic childhood. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in veterinary medicine in 1958. Bill worked for the Department of Agriculture's Animal Health Division, first in the field and then as chief staff officer for cattle diseases in Washington, D.C. He went on to receive a Masters of Economics from the University of Maryland and did advanced studies in epidemiology at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore.
During his career, Bill revamped the now successful Brucellosis eradication program in the U.S. At the time, the cost of Brucellosis was billions per year, causing abortions in cattle and undulant fever in humans. He also helped develop the rapid card test for antiplasmosis which is used today. He worked for the UN from 1978 until 1985 doing economic analysis for cooperative animal health projects around the world.
His love of animals and sailing were not Bill's only passions. He is widely known in the bridge world for his expertise in duplicate bridge. His love for the game is familiar to many who share his passion here in St. Augustine.
Bill's initial inspiration came from a book whose author he could not recall, but who promised that "anyone who would study could play well within two years." And study he did. Over his lifetime, Bill earned nearly 12,000 master points and became a Platinum Life Master in 2005. He also was a teacher and mentor and gracefully answered questions whenever he could. His sense of humor will be missed by all who played with or against him.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Jo McCallon, children Addilee Kay McCallon and William Bruce McCallon, his sister Addilee Coleman of Oklahoma City, nephews Mark and John Sneed and neice Laura Dobson, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two stepchildren Amy Hadsell and Andrew Whalen and three step-grandchildren. He is preceeded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Ann Villareal.
Bill's family will host a memorial gathering to celebrate the life of this accomplished and gentle man. His memorial will be held at the St. Augustine Duplicate Bridge Club, 10 Fairbanks St., St. Augustine at 3 p.m. Tues. Feb. 3. Friends and family are invited. The family will welcome with gratitude memorial contributions sent to a favorite charity, or to Bill's charity of choice, the Salvation Army.
Arrangements by St. John's Family Funeral Home.
Edited by Ruth Weber, Bridge Partner
(St Augustine Record, 01/28/09)
Annette Marie Burchfield McCallum, known also as "Baby," 70, passed away surrounded by her loving family in Titusville, Fla., on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010.
Mrs. McCallum was born April 19, 1940, in St. Augustine, Fla., to her dear parents, Ermalee and Cecil Burchfield ("Mamma and Daddy"), whose family lines both dated back multiple generations in the city of St. Augustine. She was the eldest of three children and had a very special and treasured relationship with her parents and sister and brother, Cecilia and Ronald Burchfield - also known as "Butch and Boy." They were raised in their home on Daniel Street, at the corner of U.S. 1, now the site of the Shell Oil gas station. Annette cherished her childhood memories throughout her life and always said that although they lived a very modest lifestyle, her parents ensured there was never a shortage of family fun such as boating and camping. Raised Catholic, she attended St. Joseph Academy and was a member of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine.
In her teenage years, Annette moved to Titusville, where she graduated from Titusville High School. She married Milo Cleveland and had three children they named Randall, Cindie and Stephen. In 1965, Annette married the love of her life and childhood friend, James Phillip McCallum Jr. (Jimmy), also of St. Augustine. They had two children they named James Phillip McCallum III "Phillip," and Scott. Annette and Jimmy were married for 40 years until her husband passed away in 2005. Together they raised their five children in their home on South Park Avenue in Titusville, where they enjoyed creating and maintaining immaculately landscaped front and back yards. It was the envy of surrounding neighbors and all of those who passed by. Annette was very proud of her beautiful home and was a talented interior decorator. She worked as a displayer for Home Interiors & Gifts Inc., running the business out of her home for 25 years. A successful career woman, she received many accolades and recognitions for generating high-volume sales. She traveled, earned bonus gifts, and developed many cherished friends throughout her career.
Annette was very involved in her children's education and school activities. She said one of her proudest accomplishments in life was to have raised five children who all graduated from high school. In the late 1960s, she served as a Campfire Girls troop leader and also served as president of the Homemakers of Brevard County in the 1970s. Much of Annette's and Jimmy's lives also focused on spending time with family and friends. They enjoyed boating, picnicking, camping, and summer trips to Disney World, Cypress Gardens, Wet-n-Wild, Ocala and the Smoky Mountains. Well known for their dancing talents, they moved as one across many dance floors in Titusville. Annette and her family were avid square dancers, and she and Jimmy traveled throughout the state attending square-dance conventions with her parents and siblings.
Annette McCallum will forever be loved and missed, and she will be remembered by everyone she touched as a devoted daughter, mother, sister and friend as someone who loved others unconditionally.
Mrs. McCallum is survived by her son Randall and his wife Sandra Cleveland; her daughter Cindie and her husband Greg Schenk; her sons Stephen Cleveland and Scott McCallum; her sister Cecilia Burchfield and brother, Ronald Burchfield; and her grandchildren, Chris Joiner, Randall Schenk and Stephen Cleveland II. She was preceded in death by her son James Phillip McCallum III.
Public visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27, 2010, at Craig Funeral Home in St. Augustine. Prayers begin at 6 p.m. A Catholic Mass funeral will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at Cathedral Basilica in historic downtown St. Augustine. Flowers can be sent to Craig Funeral Home, or in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of St. Francis in Titusville.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/27/2010)
Jimmy Eugene McCallum, 55, died June 9, 2010, at Halifax Hospital in Daytona. He was born and raised in St. Augustine and had resided in Daytona for the past 20 years. He worked for the ARC of Daytona for many years.
He was a gregarious, generous and affectionate man. He was a modern-day treasure hunter and enjoyed sharing his treasures with those he loved.
There will be a celebration of his life on June 20, 2010, at 4 p.m. at the St. Augustine Boating Club.
He will be fondly remembered by his family: mother, Barbara Flint (Howard); wife, Donnette Durrance (children, Lorie, Joshua, Chris); brothers, Frank McCallum and Ralph Waldrop (Tina) of St. Augustine, and Robert Waldrop (Ivy) of Deltona; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Matt Taylor of St. Augustine.
Baldwin Brothers of New Smyrna Beach are in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/13/2010)
James Meredith "Jimmy" McCallum, 86, passed away Monday, July 27, 2009.
Mr. McCallum was born in Federal Point, the son of James Butler and Agnes Meador McCallum, on Feb. 23, 1923. He was a lifelong resident of Federal Point and a farmer in both St. Johns and Putnam counties until moving to Palatka in 2000. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Hastings. He graduated as valedictorian of his class of Hastings High School in 1941 and attended Emory at Oxford near Atlanta before enlisting in the Air Force. He also attended Bowdoin College during World War II, serving in Weather in the China-Burma-India Theater, and traveling completely around the world before returning to the farm on Federal Point.
On July 24, 1953, he married Margaret Sloan Thomson of Union, S.C. Mr. and Mrs. McCallum observed their 56th wedding anniversary on Friday, July 24, 2009.
They had three children, Mary Catherine "Cathy" McCallum of Chester, S.C., James Meredith McCallum Jr. and his wife, Polly, of Palatka, and Jane Meador Robbins and husband, John, of Chester, S.C. Mr. McCallum had two grandchildren, Andrew Duncan McCallum and Meagan Elizabeth McCallum, of Palatka; and one brother, Walter Douglas McCallum, of Melrose.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Johnson Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka, with Pastor Don Burnett officiating. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at Evergreen Cemetery in Chester, S.C., with Dr. Fred Miller officiating.
Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.JohnsonOverturfFunerals.com.
Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/29/09)
James T. McCann, of St. Augustine, Fla. Beloved husband, father, and friend who was blessed to be on this earth for 88 years, passed away Aug. 25, 2010, at his home with family by his side. "Jim", as people knew him was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on May 25, 1922, during the time our country was in turmoil of the "Great Depression." He grew up in South Philadelphia and was proud of his Irish Heritage. There on Sept. 12, 1942, he met and married Lillian Hentschkie shortly after he was drafted, a time when our country was proud of who we were and he was very proud of his country.
Jim served four years in the U.S. Army at which time Corporal James McMann, Jr., was in the 474th AAA AWSP Battallion. He made the invasion of Normandy at Utah Beach and then went on to Bastogne, The Battle of the Bulge, then into the heart of Germany.
Jim was awarded all five battle stars of World War II for his service while there. He returned home to Philadelphia and started his family with his wife, Lillian, they were blessed with two sons and a daughter: James, Lin and Paul. Jim and his wife moved to Florida, lived here for 19 years before Lillian his wife of 54 years passed away in 1997. After several years, his life and family then expanded he married his lifelong friend, Nancy Liesner in 1999 in St. Augustine, she survived him and was by his side when he passed away.
Jim will be deeply missed and loved always by his wife Nancy, his children, grandchildren and all who knew him.
The family will receive friends at Craig Funeral Home 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 1, 2010, at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Interment with military honors at Jacksonville National Cemetery will be held at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice Northeast, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In addition to his wife of 10 years, he is survived by son and daughter-in-law, James "Skip" (Sylvia Ferguson-McCann) McMann, III, and Paul and Sylvia Dianne McCann; his daughter and son-in-law, Lin and Ronald Sfrisei, Edgewater Park, N.J.; Dianne and James Horafus and Thomas and Mary Liesner; 12 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren, all of whom will miss and love him always.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/29/2010)
Dr. Nessan McCann, 88, born in Dublin, Ireland, July 24, 1923, passed away peacefully at the Bailey Center for Caring, Sept. 14, 2011, St. Augustine.
He is survived by his wife, Janet; three stepchildren, Cathy Santore, Harold Deitrick, Robert Pratt Jr.; a son, Garvan, and daughter, Keevsa, in Ireland; sister, Dervilla, and brother, Aongus, in Ireland; a brother, Cairbre, in Portland, Maine.
He graduated from University College Dublin in 1946. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation having fulfilled a post-doctoral fellowship and residency at Yale University. He had a very exciting career as a doctor in many locations, here and abroad.
He was very proud to be a U.S. citizen, but never forgot his roots in Ireland. At his request, he is being cremated, and a memorial service will be held in October. His ashes will be shared, and a service will be held in Ireland sometime in the future.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 21, 2011)
Skip McCann, 65, passed away suddenly at Flagler Hospital on July 30, 2011.
Skip lived in South New Jersey until he moved to St. Augustine 33 years ago. He owned and operated Builder Services Aluminum Products.
Skip was a dog lover and a dedicated Harley Rider who rode in many charity and poker runs. Most of all he loved just riding with friends.
He is survived by his wife Sylvia; sons, Greg (Kim) McCann, Jimmy (Ginny) McCann; brother, Paul (Dianne) McCann; sister, Lillian (Ron) Sfrisi; step-sons, Tom (Cindy) Ferguson, Andrew (Sue) Ferguson; step-daughters, Denise Ferguson, Brenda (Todd) Wilson; 15 grandchildren, Allison, Sarabeth, Julia, Hollen, Maryn, Logan, Tierney, Lindsey, Tommy, Sierra, Morgane, Alexander, Zachary, Juliette and Ethan.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be said on Friday at 9 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 2, 2011 )
Samuel Lee McCarter, 75, passed away Sept. 5, 2011 at Flagler Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Kings Mountain, N.C., on Aug. 21, 1936, Mr. McCarter was the son of Grady Samuel and Harrie Womack McCarter. He was a graduate of Kings Mountain High School, attended Gardner Webb College, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. McCarter was retired from Farmers Mutual Insurance Company and was of the Presbyterian faith. A private memorial service will be held at Jacksonville National Cemetery at a later date. He is survived by daughter, Jacquelyn Lea McCarter, and stepdaughters, Denise (Robert) Milam, Charlene (John) Burnett, Diane (Mathew) Cumisky, Cheyenne (Joseph) Jones, Debbie (Raymond) Gregory, and Danielle Siegel; sister, Jerrie Lea McCarter (Gene) Patterson; one niece, Regina Patterson Yarbro; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
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)
Eugene Charles McCarthy, 82, died on Nov. 20, 2008, at Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bayview.
He was born in Providence, R.I., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1972, moving here from Bristol, R.I. Eugene served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and received a Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service.
He graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a degree in electrical engineering. After graduation he took over the family business and operated the famous Lobster Pot Restaurant in Bristol for 40 years. He was an avid golfer and a member of the St. Augustine Shores Men's Golf Association.
Eugene is survived by his seven children, a stepdaughter and one sister, Betty Sullivan, of Bristol.
Private services and interment will take place at a later date at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/23/08)
Lillian Martha McCarthy, 85, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 30, 2010, at her home in St. Augustine. Born in Dickinson County, Kan., Lillian had lived in Minneapolis, Wausau, Wis., and Cleveland, Ohio, before retiring to Crossville, Tenn. She had made St. Augustine her second retirement home in 2001, moving here to live closer to her daughter. She was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed cooking, sewing, playing bridge and golf. A very sociable woman, she was frequently involved in many women"s groups in the communities where she lived and enjoyed spending time at the Council on Aging in St. Augustine. She was a member of the United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her daughters, Janet Lynn McCarthy of Cleveland, Ohio, and Judith Ann Zoller and husband, Mark, of St. Augustine; a sister, Hilda Fisher and husband, Dean, of Wichita, Kan.; sisters-in-law, Doris Jacobson and Faye Jacobson, both of Abilene, Kan.; and a grandson, Jason Richard Herzog of Cleveland, Ohio, and two stepgrandchildren, Nicholas A. Zoller of Jacksonville and Lauren Ann Zoller of Gainesville.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the lives of Richard and Lillian McCarthy will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home (385 State Road 207, St. Augustine). In lieu of flowers, donations in their memory can be made to the Council on Aging, 180 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, October 6, 2010)
Melinda Ann "Mindy" McCarthy, 20, of St. Augustine, died on April 30, 2011, at the McGraw Center in Jacksonville, surrounded by her family. Born in Jacksonville, Fla., she had lived most of her life in St. Augustine. Mindy was a loving mother and homemaker, and she attended the Family Worship Center.
She is survived by her parents, John and Kathy McCarthy; a son, Daniel Bernard Lake; a brother, Sean McCarthy; and sisters, Alisha and Gloria McCarthy, all of St. Augustine; maternal grandparents, Arnold and Gloria Ryan of Toledo, Ohio; paternal grandmother, Bonnie McCarthy of St. Augustine; a niece, Taylor McCarthy; nephews, David Sanchez and Ryan Gibson, and lots of aunts and uncles.
Private services were held.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on May 4, 2011)
Richard Plumb McCarthy, 85, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 30, 2010, at his home in St. Augustine. Born in Kansas City, Mo., Richard served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Dick followed his father in the engineering field, graduating from Kansas State University in 1949. For 35 years he worked as a sales manager for Marathon Electric in Minneapolis, Wausau, Wis., and Cleveland, Ohio. He retired from Marathon Electric and moved to Crossville, Tenn. He moved to St. Augustine in 2001 to live closer to his daughter. He enjoyed golf, sailing, playing bridge and listening to music. He was a member of the United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his daughters, Janet Lynn McCarthy of Cleveland, Ohio, and Judith Ann Zoller and husband, Mark, of St. Augustine; a brother, William Plumb McCarthy of Kansas City, Mo.; and a grandson, Jason Richard Herzog of Cleveland, Ohio, and two stepgrandchildren, Nicholas A. Zoller of Jacksonville and Lauren Ann Zoller of Gainesville.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the lives of Richard and Lillian McCarthy will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home (385 State Road 207, St. Augustine). In lieu of flowers, donations in their memory can be made to the Council on Aging, 180 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, October 6, 2010)
Marylou Connelly McCarthy passed away at age 80 on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at her home in St. Augustine, Fla., surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Winthrop, Mass., on Oct. 21, 1928.
Marylou was predeceased by her beloved husband Matthew James McCarthy, who was a longtime educator at Ketterlinius Junior High, Orange Street, and The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, both in St. Augustine. Matthew was also a teacher at Sacred Heart in Lombard and principal of St. Peter and Paul in Napersville, Ill.
Marylou was the daughter of the late George William and Loretta Kennedy Connelly. The granddaughter of Massachusetts State Sen. Patrick J. and Mary Augusta Hickey Kennedy, her paternal grandparents were Michael J. and Margaret Connelly. Marylou was also the niece of the late Ambassador Joseph P. and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy and Charles and Margaret Kennedy Burke. Marylou's first cousins include the late U.S. President John F. Kennedy, the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, Mrs. Eunice Kennedy Shriver, Edward Moore Kennedy, Mrs. Marnee Burke Devine, and Charles and Thomas Burke.
Marylou moved to St. Augustine from Winthrop, Mass., in 1945 with her parents. She was a 1947 graduate of St. Joseph Academy. She earned her bachelor's degree from Barry College (University) in 1951 in Miami.
Marylou was a proud educator at R.B. Hunt School, Orange Street, Evelyn Hamblin, Cathedral Parish School, and owner of Pixie Playschool, all of St. Augustine. Marylou was also a teacher at St. Petronilles School in Glen Ellyn, Ill. After retiring from teaching and all the years she devoted to children, she turned her interest to the senior population. She earned her master's degree in gerontology from the University of Illinois, Springfield, in 1983.
Marylou and Matthew were married in the Cathedral Basilica on Dec. 29, 1951, and remained active with the Cathedral, as did their family. Marylou was former president of the St. Patrick's Circle, past president of the Altar Guild and longtime member of the Cathedral Parish School Festival. She served as vice president of the SJA Alumni under the leadership of President John Alexander. She also chaired the SJA Reunion Committee classes of 1944 to 1954. She was a member and co-founder of the Poinsietta Garden Club and proud past member of the Junior Service League, The St. Augustine Little Theater, St. Johns March of Dimes and The Easter Festival Committee. As an educator and gerontologist, she was also a member of many associations and professional organizations here in St. Augustine, in Glenn Ellyn, Ill., and in Hyannis, Mass.
Her memory is cherished by her surviving children, Kevin Michael McCarthy, a National Park Service ranger, Kathleen M. (Kerry) McCarthy, a consultant, and Cheryl Davis Knapp, retired RN; extended family members Gary Hoog, an educator, and Sgt. Mark Miner, Florida National Guard; and many loved cousins, godchildren and valued friends.
Marylou McCarthy - poet, teacher, parent, wife and friend - will be greatly missed by all who love her. Her warmth, wit, love, faith, courage and joy are all gifts she generously left us.
A memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, at the Cathedral Basilica. Flowers are respectfully declined. Donations in Marylou's memory are gratefully accepted for the benefit of The Sisters of St. Joseph Development Fund, 421 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Craig Funeral Home Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 08/05/09)
Age 71, died Oct 6, 2010 at Flagler Hospital
She was born Oct. 29, 1938, in Sioux...
(St Augustine Record, 10/09/2010) Archived
Tucker Obie McCarty, 21, of St. Augustine, died unexpectedly as a result of an automobile accident on April 2, 2011, just south of Ft. White in Columbia County, Florida.
Born in Brandon, Fla., on Feb. 27, 1990, he was the eldest son of Anthony Obie McCarty and Delaine Phillips McCarty of St. Augustine. He had lived most of his life in St. Augustine, graduating from Pedro Menendez High School in 2008.
Tucker was enrolled at the University of Florida and he was studying to be a pharmacist. This was not surprising since he could interact with older folks and children alike. Tucker was polite, kind, and a joy to be around. He was the type of kid with whom you would want your children to hang out. Tucker was also a gentleman in action and deed, and was never afraid to show his wonderful sense of humor and bright smile. He was an avid fisherman and a Florida Gator. Those he leaves behind, his loving family and many friends, will never forget the impact he made on each of our lives.
He is survived by his parents, Anthony Obie and Delaine McCarty of St. Augustine; a brother, Cole Philip McCarty of Gainesville; maternal grandparents, Frank and Jackie Phillips of St. Augustine; paternal grandmother, Betty Jo McCarty of St. Augustine; Aunt Sherri Moore and her husband, Kim, of Winter Springs, Fla.; Uncle Larry McCarty and his wife, Robin, of Ft. Bragg, N.C.; Aunt Lisa Stratton and her husband, Johnny; Aunt Lori Cofield and her husband, Sterling; and Aunt Linda Broussard, all of St. Augustine; and Uncle Ervin McCarty of Green Cove Springs, Fla. Additional survivors include cousins, a host of fishing buddies and the best catch of his life, Jessi Sawl.
Funeral services will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 7, at Anastasia Baptist Church, with Rev. Larry McCarty and Rev. Ron Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Craig Memorial Park. A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Young Life, P.O. Box 9012, St. Augustine FL 32085
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record from April 5 to April 6, 2011)
John Robert McCauley, 1919-2011
John, a devout Catholic, was born on Nov. 12, 1919, in Pittsburgh, Pa., son of Charles F. and Hulda McCauley, brother of Charles and Edward. His father worked for Judge Homer S. Ferguson's one-man grand jury in Michigan and later was director of purchases, Wayne County Board of Auditors.
John graduated from St. Celicia High School (Class of 1937), where he was All-City in Football and State Champion in Tennis (Doubles). He played minor league baseball for the New York Yankees in Augusta, Ga., and Fort Lauderdale, and for the Philadelphia Athletics in Saginaw, Mich.
He married Patricia McHale on Aug. 29, 1942, in Sioux Falls, S.D., and they were happily married for 66 years.
John served in the Army Air Corps in World War II in South America, North Africa and China-Burma-India. After the service, he worked as a general product sales manager and an instrumentation application engineer- problem solver for several different companies.
Faith and family were cornerstones of John and Patricia's family. John was always happy, optimistic and regularly attended Mass.
He was a loving and wonderful father of six children: Kathleen (Haag), John R. Jr., Joanne (Driver), Michael, Donna (Zuppelli) and William. John was a loving grandfather of eight: Lori Ann Driver-Lindstrom, Monica De Meulemeester, Marcus McCauley, Shelly Maddox, John Driver Jr., Steve McCauley, Patrick McCauley and Ryan McCauley. John was an adoring great-grandfather of Luke and Cate Lindstrom, Morgan, Max and Jack De Meulemeester, McHale Baughman and Ella and Clara McCauley.
In 1986, John and Patricia moved to Palm Coast. He served the Knights of Columbus for over 60 years (4th Degree). He was active with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and one of the original members of the Belle Terre Swim Club.
John passed away on Feb. 11, 2011, with family members at his bedside in Palm Coast. A memorial Mass in celebration of his life will be on Feb. 26, 2011, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Palm Coast. He will be laid to rest at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, Southfield, Mich., near his parents. John will be dearly missed by all for his beautiful gift of love, generosity and quick wit.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to The Rev. Scott Donahue, Mercy Home for boys and girls, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607-2906.
(St Augustine Record, February 20, 2011)
Patricia Mary McCauley, 1923-2009
Patricia, a devout Catholic, was born on Jan. 20, 1923, in Detroit, the daughter of John and Catherine McHale and sister of Catherine, John, Alice and Thomas McHale.
John McHale was general manager of the Detroit Tigers, Milwaukee Brewers, Atlanta Braves and Montreal Expos and helped start Major League Baseball in the South and Canada.
On Aug. 29, 1942, Patricia married John McCauley in Sioux Falls, S.D., and remained happily married for 66 years. John served in the Army Air Corps with service in South America, North Africa and China Burma. He later worked as an engineer problem solver for several different companies.
Faith and family were cornerstones of Patricia and John's family. She was always happy and an optimist and regularly attended Mass. Patricia was a loving and wonderful mother of six children, Kathleen Haag, of Brighton, Mich.; John McCauley Jr, of Palm Coast; Joanne Driver, of Marquette, Mich.; Michael McCauley, of Ann Arbor, Mich., and Flagler Beach; Donna Zuppelli, of Tampa; and Bill McCauley, Trinity.She had eight grandchildren - Monica DeMeulemeester, Shelly Maddox, John Driver Jr., Lori Driver-Lindstrom, Marcus McCauley, Steve McCauley, Patrick McCauley and Ryan McCauley - and eight great-grandchildren - Morgan DeMeulemeester, Max DeMeulemeester, Jack DeMeulemeester, Luke Lindstrom, Cate Lindstrom, Ella Jayne McCauley, Clara Anne McCauley and McHale Baughman.
In 1986, Patricia and John moved to Palm Coast and were devoted to the Knights of Columbus. Patricia was very active with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and was one of the original members of the Belle Terre Swim Club, Palm Coast.
She died May 30, 2009, in her home in Palm Coast with family members at her bedside.
A memorial Mass, in celebration of her life, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on June 27 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Palm Coast. Patricia will be laid to rest at the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield, Mich., near her parents. Patricia will be dearly missed by all for her beautiful gifts of love, generosity and quick wit.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hospice of Volusia-Flagler, 7 Florida Park Drive Suite A, Palm Coast, FL 32135.
(St Augustine Record, 06/04/09)
Jessie Mae Meade McClain, born Feb. 15, 1910, in Hilliard, Fla., died June 19, 2009, at Stephens Memorial Assisted Living Home, St Augustine. She was a 1934 graduate of Flagler Hospital Nursing School and had worked as a Registered Nurse at Flagler Hospital for 15 years. With her late husband Howard, they had owned and operated Howard's Seabreeze Motel and the Monterey on the Bay front for more than 40 years. A longtime member of Ancient City Baptist Church, she had been active in Keenagers. Mrs. McClain had also been a member of Flagler Hospital Auxiliary.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held 1 p.m. until time of services at Craig Funeral Home.
Burial will be in Craig Memorial Park. Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to Stephens Memorial Assisted Living Home, 5805 Datil Pepper Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
She is survived by a daughter, Ann McClain, St. Augustine. four nieces and three nephews, her many friends and extended family of Stephens Memorial Assisted Living.
Special thanks to Brenda Stephens and all the staff for their compassion and care.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/22/09)
Norma Jean McClary, 53, Jacksonville, Fla., entered into rest on Sunday, May 2, 2010, at St. Vincent Hospital.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2010, at A.M.E. Church of the Master, 637 Vernon Road, Jacksonville.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 7, 2010, at the Church of the Master.
Arrangements entrusted to Coleman's Mortuary, 8820 W. Church St., Hastings FL 32145 (904) 501-4577.
(St Augustine Record, 5/7/2010)
Lillian "Lily" June McClellan, 3 years, 10 months, passed on to be with Jesus on Friday, April 3, 2009, in St. Augustine, Fla. She was born June 25, 2005, in St. Augustine with a rare incurable disease, biliary artesia. She is survived by her mother, Heron Kaye McClellan; grandparents Robert "Robin" and Harriette Todd McClellan; uncles Ted McClellan and Robert (Rob) McClellan of St Augustine; great-grandmothers Greta Todd of St. Augustine and Kay Willis of Palatka; and great-grandfather Robert (Bobby) McClellan of San Mateo, Fla.; cousins Andrew McClellan, Palatka, William and Juliette Russell, Orlando, and Samuel Aston Logan, Utah; and uncles and aunts Todd and Gini Nichols McClellan of Palatka, Will and Catie Russell of Orlando, and Eric and Lori Aston of Logan, Utah. She was predeceased by her great-grandfather J.W. Todd. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and was in the Sunbeam primary class. She loved to dance and sing and was a member of the Showtime USA singing stars with Pam and Matt Masters. She will always be our beautiful little "dancing, singing sunbeam." Her family and friends are truly saddened by her passing but rejoice in the knowledge that she is now with her heavenly Father and her brother, Jesus Christ. It will take time for us to overcome the pain and grief of our separation, but we know that our faith and prayers will allow us to receive the calm assurance and peace that will help us feel the Savior's loving, comforting arms around us. She truly is a beam of sunshine to everyone that knew her. What an amazing little girl to have been able to accomplish her mission on earth in such a short period of time. She is truly blessed to have been sent here to such a loving family, and her family has been blessed by her time with them. The family's prayer is that all will continue to draw upon the strength that you can find in the words of the Savior, the prophets and through our own testimonies of the atonement. We know that through obedience we can all be together forever.
There will be a viewing at Craig Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at 10 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Shores at the corner of Shores Boulevard and Deltona. A graveside dedicatory will be held at Craig Memorial Park Cemetery, 2600 Old Moultrie Road, following the funeral. The family is asking that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Lily McClellan Fund at 3213 Turtle Creek Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086. The funds will be used solely for donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Jacksonville and other worthy children's charities. The family would like everyone to know that we feel the comfort of your prayers and are so very grateful to the e-mails, cards, flowers and food brought to our home. Lily McClellan, a loving princess, child of God, we will love and remember always. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to mastersobit@hotmail.com
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 04/07/09)
Celia McClennon, 84, entered into eternal rest on Aug. 5, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, serving faithfully on the Senior Usher Board, the weekly Bible Studies, and Sunday School until her health would not allow her to attend.
Cherishing her memories are her devoted daughters, Edna M. Watson, St. Augustine, and Bernice McClennon, Mosely Park, Ga.; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, with the Rev. Ronald Stafford, pastor, officiating. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. today at Chase Chapel. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/12/2010)
Terry Dean McClimans, 61, of St. Augustine, died on Feb. 24, 2010, at his home.
He was born and grew up in Lafayette, Ind., where he graduated from Jefferson High School. He served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War and spent most of his working life as an electrician for IBEW Local 153 in South Bend, Ind.
He had been a resident of St. Augustine since 2005.
He is survived by his sons, Terry D. McClimans Jr. of Attica, Ind., and James D. McClimans and Joseph L. McClimans, both of Lafayette, Ind.; a daughter, Hallie D. Timmons, of W. Lafayette, Ind.; sisters, Kayla Detrick of St. Augustine, Marla Halsma of Lafayette and Sandy Terry of W. Lafayette; and six grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held in Lafayette at a later date.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 3/2/2010)
Bob McClintock, 95, passed away in his sleep June 5, 2011, after a brief illness at Flagler Hospital. Bob was born in Chicago, Ill., and had a long, busy career, touching many lives. He was a retired accountant, and was active in state and local politics, having served several terms on the boards of the Anastasia Mosquito Control District and St. Augustine Airport Authority.
He was appointed by two different Florida governors to the Council for the Hearing Impaired and was the first deaf person elected to public office in Florida. He was an active member of the American Legion, the Disabled American Veterans, the Lions Club, and the Florida Association for the Deaf and Telecommunications for the Deaf. He was instrumental in obtaining lower-cost telephone services for Florida"s hearing impaired. Bob had lived in St. Augustine since 1977 and was preceded in death by his wife, Grace Estelle McClintock.
Bob is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Lu Palma, and nephews Robert Palma, Malcolm McGregor and John McClintock. Donations may be made in Bob"s memory to the Foundation Fund of the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind. No services are planned.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on June 8, 2011)
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)
Catherine (Kay) McCormack, 93, of St. Augustine, died, Aug. 3, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. She was a native of Detroit, Mich., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1985.
A woman of many talents, she was a published author in the field of poetry and music. She had a keen interest in different religions and the occult and was a teacher in the Theosophical Society and a successful psychic. During her varied career, she worked as a World War II machinist supervisor, nurse and county poverty program manager.
Service, private family gathering. Memorial, prayers, words and acts of kindness in her name.
Survivors, daughter, Jan Lane; granddaughter, Kim Smith; and great-granddaughter, Taylor Smith.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Lane and second husband, Alex McCormack; son, Thomas Lane; brother, Thomas Van Loon; and sister, Lenore Van Loon.
(St Augustine Record, 08/06/08)
Emma "Peg" McCormick, 89, passed away on Jan. 15, 2010, at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine, Fla. Mrs. McCormick was born Dec. 3, 1920 in Philadelphia, Pa., to Mary Ellen and William Ayres. She married John McCormick in 1936.
She was Miss Warner Brothers TV in 1939. She served as a railroad conductor and flagman during World War II. She also volunteered for the USO and as an ambulance driver during both World War II and the Korean War. After the wars, she worked in many positions including as an advertising executive, legal secretary, bridal consultant, and real estate agent.
After vacationing here throughout her lifetime, Mrs. McCormick retired to St. Augustine in 1978. Since then, she has been a very active member of the community. As a member of the General Federation of Women"s Clubs Women"s Club of St. Augustine, she worked with St. Augustine High School, Pedro Menendez High School, and Nease High School to provide local youth with scholarships to attend Hugh O"Brian Youth Leadership conferences. As a member of the Easter Festival Committee, she worked to raise funds for the annual Easter Parade and Royal Family events. She also procured hats, worn by the carriage horses in the Easter Parade, from celebrities such as Loretta Lynn, Vanna White, and Patricia Neal. She was knighted for her service to the Easter Festival and St. Augustine. She was also a member of the Navy League, Order of Eastern Star St. Augustine No. 12, Poinsetta Garden Circle, the Elks Women"s Auxiliary, the Sister Cities Association, Los Floridanos, the Menorcan Cultural Society, Navy League, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 37, DAV, and Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. McCormick is survived by her three children, John McCormick III (Sandra), Oaklyn, N.J., Meryl Pandur (Joseph), Philadelphia, Pa., and Dawn Masters, St. Augustine. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, DeNeice, Robin, Sandra, John, Leah, Michelle, Raymond, Danielle, Kathryn, and Kyle, as well as 10 great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Colorado, Delaware and Florida, and many dear friends in St. Augustine. She will be sadly missed.
A memorial service, officiated by Dr. J. Dudley Weaver, will be held on Feb. 4, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Memorial Presbyterian Church, 32 Sevilla St., in downtown St. Augustine. A reception will follow the service.
Flowers are gratefully accepted, as she loved them so, or, in lieu of flowers, donations made in her name to HOBY (Hugh O"Brian Youth Leadership) c/o Veronica Guckien, President Woman"s Club of St. Augustine, 1700 Woodlawn Road, No. 13, St. Augustine, FL 32084, are also appreciated.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/30/2010)
Patricia M. "Pat" McCormick, 61, entered into eternal rest on April 12, 2009, at Shands Hospital, Gainesville. She retired from the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind as a senior residential instructor after 30-plus years. She was a member of Hurst Chapel AME Church. She was a graduate of R.J. Murray class of 1965 and Florida Memorial College now Florida Memorial University. She was an avid competitor holding membership in her two favorite past times with the Westside Card Club and her weekly Wednesday Po-Ke-No night with her girls. She loved spending time with family and friends, she enjoyed her life to the fullest.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Leroy "Mack" McCormick; her children, Wendy Pinkston, Leroy Jr., Michael "Corey" and Tasha McCormick-Moore, all of St. Augustine; mother, Martha Milligan; brother, Sammie Milligan, Baltimore, Md.; and sisters, JoAnn Pettiford, Durham, N.C., and Rev. Felecia Walker Wilson, Bronx, N.Y.; nine grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and devoted friends.
Services: Saturday April 18, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul AME Church with calling hours from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday and from 10 a.m. until the service on Saturday. The Rev. Mattie Taylor (Hurst Chapel), officiating, The Rev. Ron Rawls, pastor. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 04/16/09)
Rosemary Locke McCormick, 83, of St. Augustine died on Nov. 22, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
She was born in St. Augustine and had lived here most of her life.
Rosemary was a homemaker and a devoted wife to her husband, Col. C.M. "Mac" McCormick, who preceded her in death in 1987.
She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and an active member of many community organizations, including Camilla Garden Club, Women's Exchange Club, Neil Neighborhood House Auxiliary and Junior Service League, and had served as a board member of A.R.C. She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family.
She is survived by a daughter, Melanie Ruffin, of Franklin, N.C.; a son, Locke McCormick, of Jacksonville; and grandchildren, Sam Ruffin, Marjorie Barbato, Mark McCormick and Molly McCormick.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday at Trinity Episcopal Church. Interment will follow on Monday at St. Augustine National Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to St. Gerard Campus, P.O. Box 4382, St. Augustine, FL 32085
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/25/2009)
Robert L. "Bob" McCourry, 83, passed away on Dec. 8, 2009.
He is survived by his daughter, Leigh McCourry; sister, Anna Mae Dale; and nephew, James Dale.
Visitation will be held tonight from 5 to 6:30 at Craig Funeral Home followed by burial at Jacksonville National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. on Friday.
(St Augustine Record, 12/10/2009)
Zonk passed away Saturday, April 11, 2009, at his home here in St. Augustine.
He loved the ocean, fishing and surfing. He lived in St. Augustine most of his life. He was a graduate of St. Augustine High School and worked at Barnacle Bill's as a cook.
He is survived by his mother, Delight McCoy, and father, John McCoy; his sister and brother-in-law, Joy and Jeff Bukowski, all of St. Augustine.
Graveside services will be held at Craig Memorial Park at 2:30 p.m. Friday with Pastor Laban Doyle officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution to the John F. McCoy Jr. Trust Fund, Vystar Credit Union, #0702770804, P.O. Box 45085, Jacksonville, FL 32232.
(St Augustine Record, 04/15/09)
Dr. Walter Daniel McCoy, Sr., 84, (U.S. Army colonel, retired) of Palm Coast, entered the sunset of life on Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at his residence following an extended illness.
Walter was born March 17, 1926, in Damascus, Ga. He was reared and educated in St. Augustine, Fla., and was a graduate of the old Excelsior High School. Immediately after high school, he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and pursued a career as a pilot. He was able to fly the Cessna L-19 "Bird Dog" planes and moved on to the Huey helicopter later. He met his wife, Virginia, in 1951, the same year he was commissioned, when she was working at Florida A & M University.
Walter used the GI Bill to embark on his higher education and earned his B.S. (science and math 1968), M.S. (educational psychology 1971), and Ph.D. (administration and urban affairs 1980) at the University of Texas. He also earned 34 academic hours in labor law at Southern Methodist University, School of Law. He had also attended New Mexico State University to meet his required hours toward his Ph.D. His advanced academic experience comprises University of Texas at El Paso (dean of students); University of Texas at Arlington (director of student facilities); Corpus Christi State University (associate professor of management); Michigan Technological University (provost, vice president Academic Affairs Selection Committee).
Walter has several publications, papers presented, grants written, seminars/workshops conducted, and numerous arbitration experiences attributed to his legacy. He was active in numerous community and service organizations especially Rotary. He has many professional development, professional affiliations, and numerous civilian and military awards and commendations.
Some of his military commendations include Meritorious Service, National Defense Service, Vietnam Service, Bronze Star with devices, Army Commendation, Republic of Vietnam Campaign, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals, and the Presidential Unit Citation. Civilian honors include Phi Kappa Honor Society, Order of Omega Honor Society, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and United Way Leadership Award. In 1989, He retired from the education system, the same year he moved back to the area and settled in Palm Coast. He served at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Palm Coast.
Walter is preceded in eternal rest by his beloved mother, Ruth McCoy Lewis and Daughter, Denise Noble.
To cherish his memories: children, Walter "Doni" McCoy, Jr., Chicago, Ill.; Michael McCoy, Ann Arbor, Mich.; Vincent McCoy, Royal Oaks, Mich.; Patty McCoy, Highland Village, Texas; and Jonathan McCoy, Phoenix, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Aaron, Adam, and Ashley Noble; and host of other relatives and caring friends.
Visitation of family and friends will be 9:30 a.m. until time of services.
A Funeral Service will be held, 10:30 a.m., Monday, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 4600 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast, the Rev. James May, Pastor. Interment will be conducted at the Arlington National Cemetery, Va., with full military honors. Friends may sign the McCoy family's guestbook at www.flaggserenitychapel.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Karl N. Flagg Serenity Memorial Chapel, 2400 Madison St., Palatka, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 8/29/2010)
Ryan Sevin McCoy, 25, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2009, at Norton Community Hospital. He was attending Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, Tenn., and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He had attended St. Augustine High School, St. Augustine, Fla., and had graduated from Dobyns Bennett High School, Kingsport, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Kyle Churchwell.
He is survived by his mother, Pamela Johnson, and husband, Doc, of Jonesboro, Tenn.; father, Chris McCoy, and wife, Lora, of Big Stone Gap, Va.; step-brother, Mark Harmon of Big Stone Gap, Va.; grandparents, Dan and Barbara McCoy of Big Stone Gap, Va.; grandmother, Blanche Churchwell of Kingsport, Tenn.; aunt, Dana McCoy Wolfe and husband, Eddie; uncles, Randy Churchwell and wife, Nancy and Gary Churchwell and Kathy Sizemore; cousins, Mikki Churchwell and Hanna Churchwell; several other cousins and friends. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1 to 2 p.m., before services. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, May 15, 2009, at the Roy A. Green Funeral Home Chapel with members of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity officiating assisted by The Rev. Greg Townsend. Graveside services will follow at the Powell Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery officiated by The Rev. Garrett Lee.
Roy A. Green Funeral Home, Appalachia, is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/14/09)
William McCracken, 80, St. Augustine, passed away on Feb. 18, 2011, at the McGraw Center for Caring, Jacksonville, Fla.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth McCracken; daughters, Debra, Diane and Kelly; sons, Michael and Steven; sister, Margie; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on February 23, 2011)
Leona Ellen Cunningham McCrary, 82, died peacefully at home with her family in Tualatin, Ore., on Aug. 17, 2009, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Mrs. McCrary was born on July 19, 1927, in Miami to Lindsey Elmore Cunningham and Leona Ellen (Bishop) Cunningham. Her family called her "Ellen," and her friends called her "Lee."
She was a retired social worker for the Florida Department of Children and Families. Her background was in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She was a passionate Democrat, and she loved Florida, having lived there most of her life. She lived in St. Johns County from 1972 until 2005, when she moved to Oregon because of her illness.
Although the joy and focus of her life was family, she also loved literature, classical music, dancing and growing roses. She was a talented artist, with a particular gift for portraiture.
Mrs.
McCrary is survived by one sister, Myrna Smith of Bellevue, Wash.; eight children (three sons and five daughters), Leonard Roy Edwards of Lamoni, Iowa, Nancy Rose Pitts Dowdle of Adena, Ohio, Myrna Loretta Pitts Petree of Hilliard, Iva Lynne Pitts Donnelley of Carlisle, Pa., Marshall Emory Pitts Jr. of Groveland, Leona Ellen Pitts Sauter of Tualatin, David Michael Pitts of Groveland and Elisabeth Anne Pitts Pacilli of Palatka; 18 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one baby daughter, Melanie, and two husbands, Marshall Emory Pitts Sr. and William Jean McCrary.
A memorial service in celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 State Road 207, with the Rev. Dudley Weaver officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in St. Augustine.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 08/23/09)
Franklin Wayne McCrary Sr., 66, passed away on Jan. 23, 2009.
Born on Aug. 1, 1942, in Jacksonville to James F. McCrary and the late Melvarine McCrary. Franklin served in the U.S. Air Force and completed 35 years total federal service as a metrologist for the Department of Defense at Naval Air Station Jacksonville.
Franklin leaves behind his wife of 36 years, Carol McCrary; three children, Julie McCrary Post and husband; Alan, Franklin Wayne McCrary Jr. and wife; Jennifer Moser McCrary, and Warren McCrary and wife, Melanie Chadwick McCrary; seven grandchildren, James, Brandon, Alyssa, Zachary, Alexis, Mason and Liberty; and one great-grandson, Parker.
Family will receive friends between 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009. A going home celebration will follow at 11 a.m. Due to space and time restrictions at the Jacksonville National Cemetery, the graveside service will be held for family only.
He was a man of two passions, his faith and his family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Petra Baptist Church Building Fund.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Mandarin Chapel, 11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, (904) 288-0025.
Visit www.mem.com to leave a written tribute.
(St Augustine Record, 01/26/09)
James F. McCrary (Daddy Jim), 92, of St. Augustine, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010, at his residence. James was born on May 17, 1918, in Westpoint, Ark., to the late Wiley Frank McCrary and Beaulah (Jones) McCrary. He served in the U.S. Army under Gen. George Patton, and was a World War II veteran.
James was the owner and operator of the McCrary"s grocery store on East Church St. in Jacksonville, from where he retired. He then spent his retirement in St. Augustine as a rancher. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Temple, Lodge #23 F. & A.M. in Jacksonville, for than 60 years. James was also an avid golfer. James was preceded in death by his wife, Melvarine McCrary, and his son, Franklin Wayne McCrary Sr.
Survivors include his daughter-in-law, Carol R. McCrary of St. Augustine; his three grandchildren, Julie McCrary Post and her husband, Allen, of Gainesville, Fla., Franklin Wayne McCrary Jr. and his wife Jennifer of St. Augustine, and Warren R. McCrary and his wife, Melanie, of St. Augustine; his seven great-grandchildren, James (Rebecca) Westbrook, Brandon (Tiffany) Westbrook, Zachary Williams, Mason Williams, Alyssa McCrary, Alexis McCrary and Liberty Ann McCrary; his two great-great-grandchildren, Parker and Jacob Westbrook; and his beloved sister-in-law, Crystelle Stringer of Jacksonville.
Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010, in Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010, in Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, with Pastor Ted Owens as officiant, followed by entombment at Evergreen Cemetery, 4535 Main St., Jacksonville. Memorial donations may be made in memory of James to the Petra Baptist Church, 161 Hampton Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092 or to the Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com, (904) 288-0025.
(St Augustine Record, November 24, 2010)
Funeral services for Charles P. McCullar, 95, of Hastings, Fla., who was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, Feb 17, 2009, will be held at 11:30 a.m. this Saturday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church on C.R. 204. Visitation will be held Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
Mr. McCullar was born in Daytona Beach, Fla., in 1914 and attended Holly Hill Elementary School. During the 1920s, his family relocated to farmland they owned in Hastings because of economic times. There, he attended and graduated from Hastings High School. An interesting note is that during his last two years of school, the county's budget ran out of money and, since his house was the last one on the route, he was given the keys to the school bus and asked to drive the students to and from school each day. His senior year, the St. Johns County School District paid him a dollar a week to drive the route.
Mr. McCullar was a World War II veteran and served in the Pacific Rim with the United States Coast Guard for three years. After his discharge from the service, he was given the opportunity to start the Rural Mail Carrier's Route for the Hastings area and served as the route carrier for 28 years.
His family was founding members of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, in which he served as a deacon. He was an outdoor enthusiast, was an avid sportsman and fisherman, and his favorite activity was to catch red sea bass. He was a lifelong founding member of the Dinner Island Hunting Club and was well-known and appreciated for his garden vegetables.
Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Corrine, of Hastings; daughters, Cheryl Nottingham, (Add) Nassawadox, Va., Louise (Ken) Hillier of Jacksonville, and Carol McCullar (Steve) Brandvold of St. Augustine; son, Charles (Judi) McCullar Jr. of Bunnell; and eight grandchildren, Addison Nottingham III of Virginia, Aarin Nottingham, Nassawadox, William Hillier, Jacksonville, Wesley Cordell, Palm Coast, and Ashley, Adam, Bryce and Zachary Brandvold, St. Augustine. His brothers, James and Earl, and sisters, Edith, Belle, Caroline and Olive, preceded him in death.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/19/09)
Corrine Ina McCullar, Hastings, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 15, 2011 at Moultrie Creek Nursing Home.
Born on a dairy farm, into a large family of 12 siblings, in Pittsville, Wis., her hardworking parents were of German-Polish descent. During the depression years, at a young age of 13 or 14, she left home to become a live-in housekeeper for a small wage, meals, and room and board. Later, she worked as a waitress in a drug store, but soon moved into the cosmetic department and excitedly tells about being able to sell vitamins for a penny or two commission. She later moved to live in the St. Paul, Minn., where she met her future husband, Charles McCullar.
His Coast Guard station was located nearby and Sailor Charlie courted and convinced her to marry him in 1945. Once World War II ended and hubby Charles was discharged from the service, they moved back to his hometown of Hastings, Fla. She was never thrilled after living in the big city to have to move back to live on the "farm!" She tells about, after saving up her egg money (on the sly) so that they could afford to pay for the doctors, she announced to Charlie that they were ready to start their family. Family was everything to her and she wanted a large family, and after two daughter, and one "tractor girl," they finally had a son, which completed their family.
After the baby boy, Chuck started school, she felt she could work part time outside the home and applied and was hired by the United States Post Office to worked as Charlie"s assistant rural mail carrier. So whenever Charlie wanted to go hunting or fishing he would contact his assistant to fill in for him. She was the assistant mail carrier for 20 years and upon Charles" retirement, she took over the Hastings and East Palatka 100-mile a day mail route until her retirement. Affectionately called "Speedy" by her colleagues, she wasn"t one to let grass grow under her feet. Because she had to leave home at a young age, she never completed her education and one item on her "bucket list" was to complete high school. So 25 years later, she proudly completed and received her high school diploma. She called herself a "late-bloomer" and at age 40-something had her kids teach her how to ride a bicycle, so she and Charlie could tool around the neighborhood on their bikes.
Until the end, she had a strong work ethic, enjoyed and took pride in taking care of her home and yard. To Charlie she was known as "honey," as devoted wife, to her kids she was known as "Reen" or Corrina as a loving mother and to her grand kids, she was known as "Namie." As teenagers, her daughters referred among their selves about their Mom"s rules regarding what you could and couldn"t do, as "Reen"s not going to like that!"
"Namie" always had a special place in her heart for babies and small children, and said of herself that she was the original home-body. She was a wonder planner, and loved looking after and taking care of her family, giving them roots and wings. She instilled Christian beliefs and faith and as a family took them to church every time the lights were turned on. Corrine liked life best when she could live it on her own her terms. She shared Charlie"s interest in vegetable and rose gardening and was only too happy to fish for Red Sea bass at the beach with him and was especially delighted when she could "out-fish" him!
Visitation will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. on Friday at Craig Funeral Home. A graveside funeral service will be held at 10:30a.m. on Saturday at Pellicer Creek Cemetery.
She was preceded in death by Charles, her husband of 64 years. Survivors include daughters, Cheryl Notthingham, (Add), Nassawadox, Va., Louise Hillier (Ken) Jacksonville, Fla., and Carol McCullar Brandvold (Steve) St. Augustine, Fla.; and son, Charles McCullar Jr. (Judi) Bunnell, Fla.; and eight grandchildren: Addison Nottingham, III, (Marti) Lovettsville ,Va., Aarin Nottingham, Nassawadox, Va., William Hillier (Mandy), Jacksonville, Fla., Wesley Cordell, Palm Coast, Fla., Ashley, Boca Raton, Fla., Adam, Bryce and Zachary Brandvold, St. Augustine. Her brothers and sisters preceded her in death.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 26 to July 28, 2011 )
Rev. Joe H. McCullough, 88, of Palm Coast, passed away Monday, Oct. 27, 2008. He was a native of Hastings. He was a 1939 graduate of the Hastings High School. Bro. Joe was an ordained Baptist minister and pastored seven churches during his 50 year ministry. Rev. McCullough was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Cuba McCullough; a sister, Ethel Gray; and a brother, Ray McCullough.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Lou McCullough of Palm Coast; two sons, Phil and Bill (Renee); three daughters, Brenda, Ruth (Frank) and Kay (Clint); 13 grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31, 2008 at the First Baptist Church of Palm Coast with Pastor Dennis Littleton officiating. Burial will follow in the Pellicer Creek Cemetery near Hastings.
Memorial gifts may be sent to the First Baptist Church of Palm Coast (for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering), 6050 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast, FL 32137.
Masters Funeral Home of Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/29/08)
Kelly "Brooke" McCumber, 31, of St. Augustine, Fla., died July 28, 2009. Brooke was born in Jacksonville, Fla., and moved with her family to St. Augustine in 1992.
Survivors include parents, Gary and Brenda McCumber; brother, Aaron and wife, Lori McCumber; sister, Clare McCumber; two grandmothers, Ida McCumber and Blanche Lambert; one grandfather, Bill Lambert; 17 aunts and uncles; 16 first cousins; and countless spiritual brothers and sisters.
Memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 735 Kings Estates Road, St. Augustine. In lieu of flowers, make donations to the World Wide Work of Jehovah's Witnesses.
(St Augustine Record, 07/31/09)
Alana "Dianne" McGee McCurry died suddenly May 1, 2010, near Soperton, Ga.
She was 52 years old.
Many of her friends and family often remarked that she was one of the hardest-working people they ever knew. She often worked two or three jobs at one time, but she never neglected her children or her God. She was a devoted and faithful Christian and an example of a women with a strong heart and soul as well as having the patience of Job.
When faced with life's challenges she would frequently say, "It is in God's hands" and move on about her work. Everyone who knew her loved and adored her.
Well acquainted with sacrifice, she delayed her education to work at Mill Creek Elementary School, eventually becoming the school nurse so she would have more time to take care of her children. She was currently working with the Clay County Sheriff's Office as a nurse for the Clay County jail.
As her children grew older, she returned to St. Johns River Community College, where she completed her degree and became a registered nurse and was awarded the "Florence Nightingale Award." Recently she had returned to college and was working on her bachelor's degree.
She will be missed, but her memory and example will live forever within the hearts of all that knew her.
She leaves behind her daughters, Alana Nicole McGuire and Meghan Irene McGee; son, Justin D. McGee; grandchildren, Blake, Belle and Brooke McGuire, and Bryce Alli; her mother, Nannie Ree Young; sister, Donna Bouknight; and a brother, David Mark McCurry.
The visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 10, 2010, at Craig Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at the Turning Point at Calvary Church conducted by Pastor Earl Ashe, followed by burial at Craig Memorial Park.
For directions and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 5/7/2010)
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)
Deacon Adolphus McDaniel, 74, of Green Cove Springs, Fla., died March 2, 2009, at Orange Park Medical Center. Mr. McDaniel was a native of Madison, Fla. He was a custodian at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs and a faithful member of Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, serving as a deacon and an usher.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Mt. Pleasant MBC with Pastor Robert Wright officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 6 p.m. today at the church and one hour prior to services on Saturday. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Cemetery.
He is survived by loving and caring friend, Inez Hayes, Green Cove Springs; four sons, Theron McDaniel, Adolphus McDaniel III, Thomas McDaniel and Gerald McDaniel, all of Jacksonville, Fla.; a daughter, Shannon Stewart, Jacksonville; two sisters, Earnestine Young, Hawthorne, Fla., and Rubel McDaniel, Lakeland, Fla.; four brothers, Waymond McDaniel, Madison, Fla., Everett McDaniel, Philadelphia, Pa., Felton McDaniel, Jacksonville, and George McDaniel, Vineland, N.J.; and a host of grandchildren.
Coleman's Mortuary of Hastings in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/13/09)
John D. "Jack" McDaniel, 81, St. Augustine, died Jan. 12, 2011, at Flagler Hospital. John, familiarly known as "Jack," was born in St. Augustine on Aug. 27, 1929. At the age of 15 Jack left St. Augustine and headed west with his mother and sister Joan. His doctor advised his mother that he must be taken to a drier climate as soon as possible if he expected to live.
Jack lived most of the next 50 years in El Paso, Texas. He graduated from El Paso High School and worked primarily at El Paso Natural Gas Company as a draftsman in their research department. A better career took him to Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory for seven years. While living in Los Alamos he was elected chairman of the Los Alamos County Republican Party. He was very active in the Lions Club and in the Baptist Church both there and in St. Augustine. He returned to El Paso and graduated from the University of Texas El Paso.
Upon retirement Jack became a property appraiser until 1994, when he returned to St. Augustine. He is a member of the Ancient City Lions Club and the men's Sunday school class at Ancient City Baptist Church.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, at Ancient City Baptist Church, with the Rev. George Wagner officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory can be made to Ancient City Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Wilgis McDaniel, St. Augustine; sister, Joan Broom, Grand Junction, Colo.; a nephew, Terry Broom; two grandnephews; and six step-children.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 14, 2011)
Kenneth Dale McDaniel, 60, of St. Augustine, passed away Dec. 21. Ken was born on Dec. 25, 1947, in Lebanon, Mo., to Glen and Oneitta McDaniel.
Ken is survived by one son, Kenneth Douglas McDaniel, and wife, Gayle, of Walnut Grove, Mo., and one grandson, Evan, of Springfield, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Ronnie Eugene; and sister-in-law, Kay. Surviving are brothers, Steve and wife, Patsy, of Neosho, Mo., and Ralph McDaniel, of Mexico, Mo.; sisters, Judy Brown and husband, Jim, of Neosho, Debbie Berner and husband, Roy, of Neosho, Sue Berry and husband, Ben, of Verona, Mo., and DiAnna Morton, of Mount Vernon, Mo., as well as several nieces, nephews and close cousins.
Ken attended school in southwest Missouri, graduating in 1965 from Mount Vernon High School. Ken served his country in Vietnam as a radioman stationed at a communication outpost outside of Da Nang. He returned home and attended Southwest Missouri State University, graduating with a degree in English literature and in later years received his master's degree there also.
Ken taught in both Missouri and Florida school systems for more than 30 years. For the past 17 years he was a devoted, well-loved and revered teacher at Flagler/Palm Coast High School. Ken coached and sponsored the Knowledge Bowl and other school events. Ken was also a devoted animal lover, contributing to the local humane society and other animal-related charities.
We will celebrate his life and conduct the memorial services at the John Taylor Senior Center in Mount Vernon on Saturday at noon. Ken will be laid to rest at Hazelgreen Cemetery outside Richland, Mo. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Haven Hospice, Palatka, FL 32177 or to your local humane society. Online condolences may be sent to dougmc1@mchsi.com.
(St Augustine Record, 03/15/09)
Leota "Lee" Maude (Roy) McDaniel, 88, recently of St. Augustine, Fla., died June 28, 2011, at Montgomery Memorial Hospital, in Blacksburg, Va.
Leota was originally from Muncie, Ind. She had lived in St. Augustine for the past 27 years, and was a member of Crescent Beach Baptist Church. She had recently moved to Blacksburg to be nearer to her son, Michael, and his wife, Sue.
Leota is survived by her two sons, Kenneth and Michael Crawley; grandchildren, Erin Stewart, Stephanie Williams, Michael and Lee Crawley; and great-grandchildren, Lily Stewart, and Lindsey and Devon Williams; and by stepsons, Lonnie and Bill McDaniel and their families. She was preceded in death by her daughter Linda and by her second husband Thomas "Mac" McDaniel.
There will be a memorial service in Indiana at a later date.
Donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society .
McCoy Funeral Home of Blacksburg, Va., is in charge of the arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 3, 2011)
Malora S. McDaniel, 86, of St. Augustine, died on June 30 at her home in St.
Augustine.
She was born in Sanford, N.C., and was a longtime resident of
Charlotte, N.C., before moving to St. Augustine in 1992. Mrs. McDaniel
worked as a communications clerk for Duke Power Company for many years. She
was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed University of North Carolina
Tar Heel basketball. She was a member of Marsh Creek Ladies Golf
Association.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jay McDaniel. She is survived by a
daughter, Jan Rowe, and her husband, Jay, of St. Augustine; sons, Steve
McDaniel of Clearwater, Mark McDaniel and his wife, Sheila, of Lowell, N.C.,
and David McDaniel and his wife, Lynn, of Garner, N.C.; nine grandchildren;
and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, at Anastasia
Baptist Church with the Rev. Ron Moore and the Rev. Walter West officiating.
A visitation will be held Tuesday morning at the church from 10 a.m. until
the hour of the service. Graveside services and interment will be held at 2
p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, at Forest Lawn West Cemetery with the Rev. Gerald
Bearden officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing can
make a contribution in her memory to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida,
4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, (07/05/09)
Richard R. McDermitt Sr., 78, passed away on Aug. 2, 2010, at his residence.
Private services will be held at a later date at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth McDermitt; sons, Richard (Debby) R. McDermitt Jr., Michael (Jody) R. McDermitt and Patrick (Renee) R. McDermitt; sister, Betty Smith; and grandchildren, Samantha (Mat Fairchild) McDermitt, Bailey and Dylan McDermitt, Shawn Wrubel and Shannon McDermitt.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/4/2010)
John F. McDermott died peacefully on Oct. 16, 2008.
He is survived by Georgette "Gerre," his beloved wife of 61 years, as well as his children, Karen and Christopher, and he will be sorely missed by his cherished grandchildren, Corinna, P.J., Remy, and Stacey.
John served in the Army during World War II. After the war he graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass. He was also a member of the St. Augustine Council of the Navy League of the United States. After his pride in his family, his military service and his successful business career, John was most proud of his writing. He authored two novels, a children's book and a collection of poetry. Friends and family alike will miss his magical storytelling.
A memorial service will be held at a future date.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/19/08)
Kimberly Myers McDonald, 49, commenced the journey of eternity at home on Jan. 30, 2010. She was a Native American Indian born in Eagle Butte, S.D., and had lived in the St. Augustine area since 1988. Kimberly was a vibrant woman who will always be remembered for her heartfelt community service.
She is survived by her husband, Duncan McDonald; her sister Holly Myers and Tony Caravella; brother Bill and Deb Myers; daughter, Jamie Myers; grandson, Thomas Hayes; stepdaughter, Dorothy Lightsey; and five grandsons.
Memorial Service will be held on Feb. 13, 2010, at Memorial Lutheran Church, 3375 U.S. 1 South at 2 p.m. with a gathering afterwards until 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to be made to family at 745 Palm Hammock Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32095.
(St Augustine Record, 2/10/2010)
Phyllis Marie McDonald, 64, St. Augustine, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 5, 2010. She was born in Rochelle, Ga., and had resided in St. Augustine most of her life. Phyllis was very active in 4H, having served as a leader and also served as a school volunteer at Fullerwood School. She was a longtime member of Wards Creek Baptist Church and most recently with Turning Point at Calvary.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday June 10, 2010 at Wards Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Earl Ashe and the Rev. Carson Whitehead, officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the Memory Support Unit at Coral Landing, 2820 Old Moultrie Road, St. Augustine, FL 32086 or to Haven Hospice, 200 Southpark Blvd., Suite 207, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
She is survived by her husband, John "Jack" McDonald; children, Tony Sprouse and his wife, Karen, Renae Tipton and her husband, Leon, all of St. Augustine; sister, Lunez Campanelli, New Jersey; brothers, Alvin Parks, Fitzgerald, Ga., Roger Parks, Green Cove Springs; and grandchildren, Shane and Sterling Sprouse, Noah Hurst, and Weldon Tipton.
Phyllis McDonald was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Lewis Parks, St. Augustine, and her brothers, Billy Parks, Quincy, Fla., Claude Parks, St. Augustine, and Joey Parks, Georgia.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/8/2010)
Robert M. McDonald, 51, of St. Augustine passed away April 8, 2009, in Miami.
Robert is survived by three children, Nicole, Austin and Kayla; his mother, Priscilla McDonald; sister, Deirdre Eshleman; and brother, Dave McDonald.
The internment will be a private ceremony at sea. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the National Coalition for the Homeless: 2201 P St. NW, Washington, D.C., 20037. info@nationalhomeless.org.
(St Augustine Record, 04/16/09)
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)
William McDonald, 84, passed away at Glenmoor on July 5, 2011.
William was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. He served in the United States Navy and worked for many years in the furniture business before retiring to Florida.
He is survived by his wife, Margie. Their daughter preceded him in death.
A memorial service will be held at Glenmoor at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 7, 2011)
Darryl Prince McDougle, 50, St. Augustine, died June 2, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. Darryl was born in St. Augustine and had lived here most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army, and he most recently had worked as a mortgage processor.
Private services are planned.
He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer McDougle; his father, Prince McDougle, both of St. Augustine; one brother, Elvis McDougle, Indiana; and one sister, Nikia McDougle, Columbus, Ga.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/10/2010)
Harriet P. McDowell, 80, St. Augustine, passed away at Bayview where she had lived for the past six years on July 29, 2010.
Harriet was born to Capt. John and Celia Russell in Key West, Fla.
She owned and operated a construction cleaning company for many years and recently served as the president of the Resident's Committee at Bayview. The most important part of Harriet's life was her family and friends. She will be deeply missed and always remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Harriet is survived by two sons, Thomas and Jeffrey McDowell; three daughters, Patricia Ann Wilbert, Janice Siegel and April Tamboles; sister, Pamela McFarland; 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/1/2010)
Isiah "Sug" McDuffie, 47, of St. Augustine died May 16, 2009 at Acosta-Rua Center for Caring in Jacksonville, Fla. He was a native of Elkton, Fla., and had resided in St. Augustine most of his life. He was a laborer and a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaiah and Mattie Lee Williams.
He is survived by daughters, Nichole Cummings and Laschandra McDuffie, both of St. Augustine; devoted aunt, Elizabeth Bailey, St. Augustine; step-mother, Juanita Williams, Elkton; brothers, Kenneth Proctor, Ronald Williams, Richard Williams, and Willie Cain; sisters, Wendy Lewis, Sonjia Washington, Annamarie Willis and Alisha Cain.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church with the Rev. Richard Madison, pastor, officiating. A viewing will be from 5-6:30 p.m. at the church.
Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/22/09)
Died at age 28 on August 4, 2009
Agnes Usina McElroy, who was born in St. Augustine on Dec. 4, 1929, passed away peacefully Dec. 19, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. She worked for the McCory's on St. George Street for 10 years and lovingly raised many children in the 30 years she was a private child care provider.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Monday at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery. Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to the Empty Stocking Fund, 1 News Place, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
She was the daughter of Rapile Joseph and Sophie Triay Usina. She was the wife of Bruce Francis McElroy, who died in 1970. She was predeceased by brothers William Lloyd and Raymond Joseph Usina.
She is survived by her daughter, Constance McElroy (Robert) Rogers; sons William Bruce McElroy and Michael Allen (Belinda) McElroy; sister Mary Theresa (Michael) Usina; grandchildren Brian Rogers, Scott McElroy, Levi McElroy, Toni (Chris) Register, and Garrett McElroy; great grandchildren Serena and Gabriel Rogers, all of whom live in the St. Augustine area.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 12/21/08)
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)
Called home too soon, Chloe Ann McGaughey, St. Augustine, our littlest Angel left us on July 4, 2011, only five days after her arrival at Wolfson"s Children"s Hospital. Her sweet stay was far too short.
She leaves behind parents, Roman and Antonia McGaughey, her brother, John Leo, and many family members.
A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at Craig Funeral Home with burial at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
The family is asking donations be made in Chloe"s name to Wolfson"s Baptist Hospital care of NICU.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 9, 2011)
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)
John Gerard McGill, 74, of the Coquina Crossing community in Elkton, died on Oct. 3, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
John was a native of Scotland and moved to Queens, N.Y., as a young man. He was a longtime resident of Hightstown, N.J., retiring to the St. Augustine area in 2003.
John served his country in U.S. Army during the Korean War era and worked as a mechanical sales engineer for Bailey Refrigeration Co. of Avenel, N.J., for many years. He was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and formerly active with the Knights of Columbus in New Jersey.
He was an avid golfer, loved to travel and enjoyed cooking and entertaining friends with his dry sense of humor. He was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be missed.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church with Father Timothy Lindenfelser officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Monday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to The American Heart Association, 5851 St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207
He is survived by his loving wife, Noreen McGill, of Elkton, Fla.; sisters, Patricia McAdam, of Long Island, N.Y., and Evelyn McGill of Deltona; sisters-in-law, Margaret, Brigid, Mary, Anne, Eileen, Kathleen and Patricia; brothers-in-law, Jimmie, Michael and John; numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/04/09)
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)
Terry McGowan passed away Dec. 15, 2010.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marie-Elena; his two daughters, Lisa (Chris) and Laura; his son, Eric (Rose); his grandson, Travis; and his parents, Ed and Sue.
A celebration of his life will be held at Caps restaurant at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 21.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, December 19, 2010)
Lula Mae McGriff, 101, passed away on March 11, 2009. She was born In Hazlehurst, Ga., but has been a resident of St. Augustine, Fla., for over 60 years.
She is survived by her son, Lorenzo Mincey; three grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. She will greatly be missed by many friends and loved ones and a special friend, Rena Ayers of St. Augustine.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2009, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Mary Baptist Church, 69 Washington St., followed by the funeral at 4 p.m. at the same location. Flowers are being accepted at the church on both Friday and Saturday.
Arrangements are being entrusted to Carnegie Funeral Home, Chiefland, Fla., Daphina Carnegie, L.F.D.
(St Augustine Record, 03/13/09)
A longtime St. Augustine resident, Richard "Dick" Thomas McGuerty peacefully left this world on Nov. 8, 2010, at the age of 86 with his family in California nearby.
Richard McGuerty was a leap-year baby born in Springfield, Mo., in 1928.
Richard overcame an extremely dire childhood to enjoy a successful career as a successful diplomat with USAID. His work took him to Brazil, Panama, Saudi Arabia and other outposts. Richard received his master's degree in industrial psychology and spent his earlier years in Cape Girardeau and St. Louis, Mo.
Richard joined the army on his 18th birthday and served in the medical corps in WWII. There, he recognized the wondrous complexities of the human body, giving rise to his own spiritual belief in a greater power beyond us.
Richard was married to Sarah Elizabeth McGuerty who passed away July 5, 2003, after devoting much of her life to raising their children.
Mr. McGuerty is survived by their three sons Mark, David and Jay. Other beloved relatives include five grandchildren and cousins Laurie Brinker and Patty Boyle. St. Augustine resident Doug Boyle was a close friend.
Richard enjoyed a variety of lifetime interests including screenwriting and photography. Mr. McGuerty was a long-time supporter of animal welfare organizations. Richard's austere and difficult childhood influenced the rest of his life. Mr. McGuerty was a practical, informal, unceremonious and frugal man who enjoyed a quiet life throughout his later years.
A special celebration will be held with family to honor the passionate and diverse life of this wonderful man, husband, father and friend.
(St Augustine Record, November 13, 2010)
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)
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)
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)
W. H. "Mac" McIntire, 79, passed away on Aug. 22, 2010, at Shands Hospital in Jacksonville. Mr. McIntire was born in Denver, and had resided in Coquina Crossing, St. Augustine, since July 1999. He was a member of Old Moultrie Baptist Church, St. Augustine; Liberty Lodge number 150 A.F. & A.M., Denver; The Scottish Rite Freemasonry, Pensacola; The Retired Officers Association, St. Augustine and Washington D.C.; and American Association of Retired Persons. He was a commander, retired, U.S. Navy.
CDR McIntire entered the U.S. Navy as an enlisted man in 1950 and was commissioned a naval aviator in 1956. He was a graduate of the University of Southern California Aviation Safety School, Naval War College and George Washington University. He served during Korea and two tours in Vietnam as well as serving in many aircraft squadrons and carriers, taking him to Hawaii, Hong Kong, Japan, Okinawa, Thailand, Australia and the Philippines. Upon his retirement from the U.S. Navy, he was employed in banking, credit accounting and numerous part-time employments. He was very active in the Coquina Crossing community.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Barbara Fiveash McIntire. Survivors include his two daughters, Cynthea A. Carlton and her husband Carroll of Chesapeake, Va., and Vanessa A. Cubilla and her husband Paul of Jacksonville, Fla.; four grandchildren, Ashley and Logan of Jacksonville, and Craig and Cody of Chesapeake; a sister, Mary Jo Gale of Littleton, Colo.; a brother-in-law, Mr. J. B. Fiveash and family; sister-in-law Mrs. George Harley and family of Pensacola, Fla.; and many nephews and nieces.
A graveside service with full military honors will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, at Barrancas National Cemetery in Pensacola. Interment next to his wife, Barbara, will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/27/2010)
Thomas Paul McIntosh, 81, passed away Sept. 9, 2010.
Paul was born in New Cumberland, W.Va., on Oct. 20, 1928, to John and Emma McIntosh. Paul was an avid sportsman while earning 10 letters in high school in basketball, baseball and football.
He graduated from West Liberty State College in 1951 with four letters in baseball. That summer, on June 8, 1951, he married the love of his life, Patricia Ann Faver.
Paul signed with the Phillies farm club before returning to Jacksonville to teach at John Gorrie Junior High School. He also coached baseball at Robert E. Lee High school, where they won three state championships.
In 1955, Paul joined the Pure Oil Co. in Jacksonville, Fla. His job would then take his family to Atlanta, Ga., in 1961; Palatine, Ill., in 1964; Detroit, Mich., in 1967; and Memphis, Tenn., in 1970, where he would retire with UnoCal Oil Co. in 1992. Paul and Pat returned to Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., in 1995.
Paul was a member of the Ribault Masonic Lodge #272, Northeast Florida Golf Association, Oak Bridge (Ponte Vedra Golf Club), Golden Putters of Jacksonville Beach and Retired Board of Fairfield HOA. He officiated basketball and football games for 17 years in Jacksonville, Atlanta and Chicago. In his spare time, Paul loved fishing and fixing things.
Most of all, he loved his family, church and friends. Paul will be greatly missed by all who ever knew him, but we know he is in God"s hands.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Patricia; daughter, Erin Elizabeth Sherman of Pensacola, Fla.; son, James Alexander (Margaret Anne) McIntosh, of St. Augustine, Fla.; brothers, John McIntosh of Pikeville, Tenn., and Daniel McIntosh of New Cumberland, W.Va.; and grandchildren, Kristian Rae Sherman and Jarrad Cayson Sherman.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010, at Ponte Vedra Valley with Dr. Thomas Walker and the Rev. Andrew Kukla officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Palms Presbyterian Church, 3410 South 3rd St., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250.
Sign the online guestbook at www.pontevedravalley.com.
(St Augustine Record, September 12, 2010)
Blanche E. (Severtson) McKay, 104, passed away peacefully on Feb. 8, 2011, at the Bailey Family Center for Caring, St. Augustine. She was born June 3, 1906, in Albert Lea, Minn., to Charlie and Jennie (Aure) Severtson, who later developed a family farmstead in Nevis, Minn., with their six children.
In 1944, Blanche and Dr. John McKay, DVM, married in Duluth, Minn., where they raised three children and operated the McKay Animal Hospital. Upon retiring in 1974, they moved to East Palatka, Fla., where Dr. McKay served as a Florida state veterinarian.
After her husband's death in 1978, Blanche traveled around the U.S. and abroad, often accompanied by her sister, Lorrain.
Back home in Palatka, she was an active member of First Presbyterian Church and her neighborhood circle, just as she had been at Lakeside Presbyterian during her Duluth years. Renowned for her baked goods and candies, Blanche"s legendary kitchen was a friendly gathering place for anyone hungry for a down-home meal and some lively conversation. While she loved to cook, it was family and friendships that Blanche cherished most.
In 2004, Blanche moved to The Pavilion, an assisting living facility in St. Augustine, and later became a resident of Bayview-Samantha Wilson Care Center.
Blanche is survived by her daughter, Judy (Joe) Marinelli of Nevada City, Calif.; sons John (Priscilla) of San Diego and and Jim (Lynne) of St. Augustine; sister, Lorrain Severtson Rasmusson of Los Angeles, Calif.; sister-in-law, Vivian Severtson of Lacey, Wash.; grandson, Adam Marinelli; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; and brothers, Lester, Russell, Ralph and Irvin.
Craig Funeral Home (St. Augustine) and Dougherty Funeral Home (Duluth) are handling all arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, February 13, 2011)
Donald W. McKay, 75, of St. Augustine, Fla., passed away on Feb. 2, 2010, following a long illness at Flagler Hospital.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Ethel McKay, his sister, Ethel Thomas, and a grandson.
He is survived by a brother, Larry McKay of Palm Coast; and three children, Sharon Williams, Lawrence McKay, and Donald McKay, all of Hastings, Fla. He is also survived by grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Anyone wishing to make donations may do so to Firefighters for Families, 3657 Gaines Road, St. Augustine, FL 32084; or St. Anastasia Catholic Church also in St. Augustine. Arrangements are being handled by All Faiths Cremation Society of The Villages, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 2/10/2010)
Martin D. McKay, St. Augustine, died July 1, 2011, at the Bailey Family Center for Caring after battling cancer.
He was born June 8, 1937, to Don and Helen McKay of Flint, Mich. He earned music education degrees from Florida Southern University and Eastern Kentucky University.
He taught vocal and instrumental music for more than 25 years in schools in Florida, Tennessee, Georgia and Kentucky. Between 1968 and 1979, he taught music at Garrard County (Ky.) Schools, directed school theater productions and sponsored educational trips throughout the region.
He was editor of the Bluegrass Music News state music education journal, 1975-77.
After earning a PhD in special education from The Ohio State University, he was coordinator of gifted and talented education for the Cambridge (Ohio) City Schools and later for Guernsey County (Ohio). He greatly enjoyed mentoring. Throughout his life, his mission was to challenge students to be ambitious and to realize their potential.
He finished his career as a faculty consultant for Ohio SchoolNet, in which he facilitated school districts" planning, applying for and using state funds to obtain instructional technology.
He loved jazz and LP records, travel, sailing and the theater. He directed and acted in theatrical productions in Kentucky, North Carolina and Ohio. He sang with Carol, his wife, in folk, community and church choirs, including the St. Augustine Community Chorus.
He served on arts panels and was active in St. Augustine"s Romanza planning.
He is survived by his wife of more than 50 years, Carol McKay; daughter, Katherine (Marc) Levy; and grandson, Aaron Levy of Fredonia, N.Y.; sister, Margaret McKay; and brothers Bruce McKay of Tampa, Fla., and Chester McKay of Hendersonville, N.C.
A celebration of his life will be held at the Vista Cove Clubhouse from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, July 10, 2011.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Community Hospice or Romanza.
Watts Funeral Home, Palatka, is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 6, 2011)
Lillian McKenna, 89, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Friday, Dec. 30, 2010, at Moultrie Creek.
She was born Sept. 14, 1921, in Cranston, R.I. She was the beloved daughter of the late Edmund J. Burke and Gladys Burke (Albro). After graduating from Cranston High School, she married Clifford McKenna in 1941, and they lived in East Greenwich, R.I., until 1987, when they retired to St Augustine.
She retired from Apex Inc. in Warwick, R.I., where she was a personnel manager.
In St Augustine, Lillian was active with the Woman's Club, the Council on Aging and St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Lillian was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Clifford McKenna, in 2005 and by her son, Barry McKenna, in 2006. More than anything else, Lillian, being an only child, loved and enjoyed many great times with her five children and all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her beloved children, Kathleen Scanlon, and her partner, Keith Moncrief, of Maryville, Tenn.; Dennis McKenna and his wife, Cindy, from North Yarmouth, Maine; Paula McKenna and her partner, Vonnie Carlett, from Palm Coast, Fla.; and Joan Egan and her husband, Kevin, from St. Augustine, Fla.
She also is survived by her wonderful 11 grandchildren, Jennifer Scott (Scotty), Burke McKenna, Jeff McKenna, Elizabeth Scanlon (Daryl FeFee), John Scanlon (Raye Powell), April Barnes (Greg), Aloma Moncrief, Kristen Pope (Greg), Ryan McKenna, Kelsey Egan and Patrick Egan; and her precious seven great-grandchildren, Kristen Scott, Katie
Scott, Hope FeFee, Joseph Scanlon, Jack Barnes, Cole Edmund Barnes and Lillian Pope.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at The Cathedral Basilica of St Augustine, the Rev. Fr. Jeff Johnston officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rroad, Jacksonville, Fla., or the Council on Aging, 180 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 2, 2011)
Lillian F. McKenzie died peacefully Sept. 4, 2009, at Moultrie Creek Nursing Center. She was 84 years old. Born in Manassas, Va., she retired to St. Augustine in 1995. She was a loving and sweet wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Survivors include her son: Leslie McKenzie, his wife Bernadine, grandchildren Christina Lamb and her husband Dan, and Christopher McKenzie and his wife Tiffany, and great-grandchildren Andrew and Zayla.
The visitation will be held Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. followed by the funeral service at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Craig Memorial Park.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 09/07/09)
Zayla C. McKenzie, 5, passed away peacefully at her home from mitochondrial disease on Aug. 23, 2010.
She is survived by her parents, Christopher and Tiffany McKenzie; grandparents, Leslie and Bernadine McKenzie and Ned and Tracy Ross; great-grandmother, Erma Jean Curlee; and her little dog Toby, all of St. Augustine.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010, at Craig Funeral Home, with the Rev. Pat Turner-Sharpton officiating. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial donations to the Zayla McKenzie Fund at the Bank of St. Augustine on State Road 16 would be appreciated.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/26/2010)
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)
Frederick L. McKinley, 51, a lifelong resident, entered into eternal rest on Feb. 12, 2011, at The Bailey Center for Caring. He was a member of Restoration Time Deliverance Center. He was a chef by profession and was educated in the local area schools.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, at Restoration Time Deliverance Center, with Apostle Frank Watkins, pastor, officiating. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. until service hour Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Cynthia McKinley, St. Augustine; children, Andre and Mia Brown; brother, Allen Brown, Jacksonville, Fla., and sister, Belinda Holimon, St. Augustine; three grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, February 17, 2011)
Francis (Kinney) McKinney Jr. passed away on Aug. 9, 2011, at home in Tampa, Fla. He was born in York, Pa., moving to St. Augustine, Fla., as a young child. He graduated from Ketterlinus High School in 1955. There, he played shortstop on the only baseball team to win a state championship in St. Johns County up to present. He served in the Army Reserves. He worked for the State of Florida DOT for 30 years; retiring as an engineer. He was Exalted Ruler at Brandon Elks Lodge #2383 in 2000/2001 in Brandon, Fla.
He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Cj (Carol); his sister, Lois Usina, St. Augustine; and six children, Francis McKinney III (Fariba), Susan Halpin (Kevin), Judy Aube, Dinah Bishop (Adrian), Ron Massaro (Ale), Angie Jackson (Larry); and 11 grandchildren, all of the Tampa Bay area. He was predeceased by his father and mother; Francis Sr. and Mabel McKinney.
A memorial service will be held at Brandon Elks Lodge #2383, Sunday, Aug. 28, 2011, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers please contribute to Life Path Hospice, American Cancer Society or the Elks Youth Camp, c/o Lodge #2383.
Services entrusted to Southern Care Funeral Home, Tampa.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 12, 2011 )
Geraldine Conner McKinney, died on Friday, April 24, 2009, at Stephens Memorial Home.
She was 83 years old and was born and raised in St. Augustine. She lived most of her adult life in Jacksonville, before moving back to St. Johns County.
In her younger days, Geraldine worked as a waitress, as well as a saleswoman for Avon products. However, her main "occupation" was that of homemaker, as she thoroughly enjoyed taking care of her extended family, to whom she was affectionately known as "Momma Jerry."
She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church on the Southside of Jacksonville. Geraldine was greatly loved and will be truly missed by her family and friends
She is survived by a daughter, Sonja Skinner, of St. Augustine; nieces Grace Yost of West Frankford, Ill., and Frances Augustine of St. Augustine; nephews Harold Cooper, David Sellers and Shelley Wood, of St. Augustine. In addition, she had three grandchildren: Gerald Skinner, Theresa Skinner and Geoff Robert Skinner, all of St. Augustine; as well as four great-grandchildren: Chelsea Manucy, Shelby Manucy, Colby James Manucy and Hunter Skinner.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2009, at the Seventh-day Adventist Church on State Road 16 in St. Augustine, with Pastor Barry Seals officiating.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 04/29/09)
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)
Judith A. "Judy" McKivigan, 71, of Gainesville, Fla., died on Aug. 6, 2009, at the E.T. York Hospice Care Center in Gainesville.
She was born in Nettleton, Pa., and was a longtime resident of Waynesboro, Pa., before moving to St. Augustine in 1985. She moved to Gainesville in 2003 to live closer to her family. Judith worked for many years as a certified nursing assistant and was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church in St. Augustine.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John McKivigan.
She is survived by a daughter, Maureen Crawford of DeBary, Fla.; sons, Patrick McKivigan and Joseph McKivigan, both of Gainesville, and James McKivigan of Orwigsburg, Pa.; a brother, William Black of Palatka, Fla.; a sister, Linda Wyland of Harrisburg, Pa.; and six grandchildren.
Services will be private. Interment will follow at the Cloisters at St. Anastasia Catholic Church at a later date.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 08/13/09)
Ronnie E. McKnight, 46, passed on Oct. 3, 2010, at home.
Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Saturday Oct. 16. 2010, at Chase Chapel with calling hours from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday and from 2 p.m. until the hour of service. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.
He is survived by his children; grandchildren; brother; sisters; fiancee; and other relatives and devoted friends. A local minister is officiating.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of services.
(St Augustine Record, October 15, 2010)
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)
"Gidget" Reed McLaughlin, 58, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Oct. 5, 2009, at her home. She was born in Arizona and had resided in St. Augustine since 1983. She was a machine operator at VAW Aluminum. She was the daughter of John and Olive Reed.
Funeral services will be held 5 p.m. Thursday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation begins at 5 p.m. and continues after the services until 8 p.m. Thursday at Craig Funeral Home.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Jack Echols and John Reed, and grandchild, Kelsey Frock.
She is survived by daughter, Angie McLaughlin, St. Augustine; son, James McLaughlin, Grand Island, Neb.; sisters, Pamela Marshall, Grand Island, Neb., Joyce Spiker, Decatur, Mich., and Elizabeth Everetts, Orange Park, Fla.; brother, William Reed, Tennessee; and grandchildren, John Sharer III, Andrew Frock, Malachi Dixon, Sandra McLaughlin, Damien McLaughlin, Ralph McLaughlin and David Sharer.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/07/09)
Pierce Harris McMillan, husband, father, grandfather, veterinarian, teacher, devoted golfer, and Southern Baptist was born Oct. 30, 1924, at Osierfield-Irwin County, Ga., to Fannie Lee Dickson McMillan and John Ezra McMillan. He attended public schools in Fitzgerald, Ga., and the University of Georgia in Athens, earning a bachelor's degree and a veterinary medical degree. He was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity.
He and his wife, Betty Kirkland McMillan, lived most of their adult lives in various sections of Miami and owned and operated Coral Gables Animal Hospital in Coral Gables and practiced at the local horse tracks for many years. After retiring in 1994, he and his wife moved to Flagler Beach and then a few years later moved to St. Augustine.
He was ordained a deacon in Hialeah's Palm Springs Baptist Church in 1963. He was also a member of Moultrie Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 50 years, Betty Glyn Kirkland McMillan.
Survivors include one son, John Kirk McMillan, and two granddaughters, Amber and Jennie.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/01/09)
Jeffery Arnold "Jeff" McMullian, 22, of St. Augustine, passed away suddenly on April 21, 2009, at his home. He was born in Jacksonville and had lived most of his life in St. Augustine. He attended Pedro Menendez High School and had worked in construction for several years. Jeffery had a wonderful personality; he was vivacious, charismatic, loving and caring. He made an impact on the lives of those around him.
A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Pastor Dave Aucremann, officiating. A visitation will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home prior to the service. Interment will follow at Pellicer Creek Cemetery.
He is survived by his mother, Lynn Hagen of St. Augustine; his father, Jeff McMullian and his wife, Vicki of Clermont, Fla.; a sister, Janessa Fischer and her husband, Adam of St. Johns; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 04/25/09)
Jeannette Blackwelder McMullian, 77, died Nov. 11, 2008, at her home.
She was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. She was a beloved LPN and foster mother for seven years.
She was the daughter of the late Roy Pellicer Blackwelder Sr. and Eva Sims Blackwelder.
A women after God's heart, dedicated to her family and foster children, she became a nurse at age 54 to care for the elderly. She will be dearly missed by her children and family. Once joined again with her dearly beloved husband, James D. McMullian.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor Don Rimer officiating. Burial will be in Pellicer Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5-8 p.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Roy Blackwelder Jr., and sisters Pauline Brown and Geneva McBride.
She is survived by her seven children, James D. (Mary) McMullian, of Alaska, Jeanner R. (Roger) Linker, of Tennessee, Jodye M. (Ken) Whitcomb, of Callahan, Fla., Deborah Dupont, of St. Augustine, Jeffrey (Vicki) McMullian, of Minneola, Fla., Joanne (Eddie) Tart, of St. Augustine and Jennifer McMullian, of Tennessee; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchldren; stepmother, Mickey Blackwelder; sister, Agnes Coop; brother, Richard (Olivia) Blackwelder; several nieces and nephews.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/13/08)
Born: September 12, 1932
Place of Birth: Lenoir, North Carolina
Death: May 28, 2010
Place of Death: St. Augustine, Florida
Occupation: Professional Dancer
(St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.)
Frank McNeil Jr., 59, a longtime resident of St. Augustine died Sept. 10, 2011, at Freeman Hospital, Joplin, Mo. A memorial service will be held. For information, call 377-5411.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 14, 2011)
Nettie Marie McNeil, 65, St. Augustine, died Jan. 3, 2009, at her home. She was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. She was a homemaker and she was of the Catholic faith.
Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at Sampson Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 S.R. 207.
She is survived by her husband of 44 years, William McNeil; three children, Michelle McNeil, Bill McNeil and Brian McNeil; and a brother, David Stratton, all of St. Augustine; and eight grandchildren.
Arrangements by St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 01/06/08)
Funeral services and visitation for Nettie Marie McNeill will be rescheduled and announced at a later date.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Updated 01/07/09)
Graveside services for Nettie McNeil will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Sampson Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/13/09)
Dorothy P. McNelis, St. Augustine, Fla., passed away at her home Nov. 19, 2008 after a lengthy illness.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph "Bob"; children, Cheryl, Cynthia, Constance and Timothy; sister, Patricia; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Haven Hospice, 6400 St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32117.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/21/08)
Crystal Dawn McPherson, 23, of St. Augustine, went to be with God the Father on Sept. 27, 2010. Born in Gainesville, she had resided in St. Augustine since 2001. She was a graduate of the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, class of 2006, and was an avid fan of Florida Gator Football and Tim Tebow.
Memorial services will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 5, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Rev. Rebecca Brown officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to Abilities of Florida for Cystic Fibrosis, 2735 Whitney Road, Clearwater, FL 33760.
She is survived by her parents, Russell and Diane McPherson; brother, Bryan McPherson, all of St. Augustine; half-brother, Scott Cobb, Chesapeake, Va.; two half-sisters, Sherry Ann Cannon, Virginia Beach, Va., and Teresa Lynn McPherson, Philadelphia, Pa.; maternal grandmother, Jeannette Brodeur, Lady Lake, Fla.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and other relatives.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, October 3, 2010)
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)
Charlene D. McQuaig, 71, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Dec. 23, 2010, at Flagler Hospital.
She was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. Mrs. McQuaig had worked in the cafeteria at St. Augustine High School for many years.
Memorial services will be announced at a later date.
She was the wife of the late Vernon McQuaig.
She is survived by her daughters, Betty Allen and Verna Leggett, both of St. Augustine; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, December 29, 2010)
George Lewis McQuaig Jr., retired ceramic tile and marble craftsman, loving husband, father and grandfather, began his earthly life, Sept. 4, 1935, in St. Augustine, Fla. He began his eternal life, with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Aug. 3, 2011, in Sylvania, Ga.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Bettye Glisson McQuaig, Sylvania; a daughter, Rebecca Anne "Becky" McQuaig, Sylvania; a daughter and son-in-law, Mary McQuaig "Meli" and Donald Owen Belcher Sr., Kingsland, Ga.; a son, Kenneth Daniel McQuaig "Danny", Sylvania; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert Wayne "Bobby" and Kay Lariscy McQuaig, Sylvania; a sister, Yvonne M. Lindsey, St. Augustine; a brother and sister-in-law, Ira Eugene "Punkin" and Karen McQuaig, St. Augustine; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will be held by the family in the near future.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice Advantage, 7 Allen-Cail Drive, Suite A, Statesboro, GA 30458.
Psalm 19:14
"This scripture was the first scripture I memorized as a youth, and I have always tried to live by it all my life." Ñ Papa
Thompson-Strickland-Waters is in charge of arrangements. Online at www.thompsonstricklandwaters.com.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 6, 2011 )
Vernon A. McQuaig of St. Augustine died at St. Augustine Health & Rehabilitation Center on May 3, 2010. He was 74 years old. Mr. McQuaig had served in the Florida National Guard and was a carpenter by trade. Mr. McQuaig was a dedicated family man who loved his family and worked hard to provide for them for much of his life. Of late, he was affectionately know as "the Peanut Man" at the flea market.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 54 years, Charlene; daughters, Verna (Richard C.) Leggett and Betty (Eddie) Allen; his brother, Sam McQuaig; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Verland.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, 5/5/2010)
Michael "Mike" McQueen, 52, beloved husband, father, nephew and friend, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at a hospital in Louisiana. He was the chief of Bureau for The Associated Press in Louisiana and Mississippi.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Glenda McQueen; his son Otto S. McQueen; a sister, Nichole Brewton, and a brother, Christopher McQueen. Other relatives include aunts, Joyce Holmes, Barbara Reddick and Roberta Manuel; uncles, Kenneth Manuel, the Rev. Edwin Eubanks and Rodney Eubanks; and a host of sorrowing relatives, friends and professional journalists throughout the United States.
He was prededed in death by his beloved son, Michael A. McQueen II, his parents, Carolyn (Eubanks) and Otto Z. McQueen, and both grandparents.
He graduated from Florida State University and Florida Atlantic University. He was a former chair of the Florida International University School of Journalism and Mass Communication and a former managing editor of the Macon (Ga.) Telegraph. He was a part of the Knight Ridder team of editors who directed coverage of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina for the Biloxi-Gulfport Sun Herald, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service in 2006.
There will be a viewing today, Nov. 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 262 West King St. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 505 N. Rodriquez St.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the local arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/2/2009)
Spencer Dwight McQueen Jr., 70, of St. Petersburg, passed away April 10, 2011, at St. Anthony"s Hospital.
Born April 23, 1940, in Gloucester, Mass., he was a retired United Methodist minister.
Remembered by wife, Carole; children, Scott, St. Petersburg, Cathy, Cheryl and spouses, North Carolina; eight grandchildren; sister, Ann, Virginia; brother, John, Germany; and spouses; mother-in-law, Eunice; and other family members.
Memorial service will be 11 a.m. April 23, 2011, at First United Methodist Church of Gulfport, Fla. Memorials payable to Warren Willis United Methodist Camp Scholarship, 4990 Picciola Road, Fruitland Park, FL 34731 in his name. He will be deeply missed.
Gee-Sorensen Funeral Home, St. Petersburg, assisted the family.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on April 17, 2011)
Thomas Greggory "T Greg" McRae, 48, of Fredericksburg, Ind., formerly of Florida, passed away July 13, 2009.
He was a master mechanic, an avid historical re-enactor at the St. Augustine Garrison, president, and Florida State Chief of Indian Guides. T Greg is much loved by all that knew him and will be sorely missed.
Survived by the love of his life, Lori Ann Prange; mother, Marlene McRae-Lamb; father, Cecil L. McRae (Phyllis); son, T. Derek McRae (Sara); brothers, Michael (Barbara), J.P. (Karen), and Sean McRae; and his beloved grandchildren, Noel, Lilly, Aiden, Olivia and Abby.
A remembrance celebration will be held in St. Augustine, Fla., at the Fort on Aug. 1, 2009, at 4 p.m.
(St Augustine Record, 07/23/09)
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, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, Dec 2007)
Georgia Maxine McWhorter Georgia Maxine McWhorter, 92, entered Heaven on Nov. 20. Maxine lovingly devoted her life to her family and church.
She is survived by sons John (Julie), David (Alicia), Gene (Brenda), and Richard (Jeanette); daughters Sandi (Tom) Fentress, Julia Westbrook, Sharon (Gene) Chapman, Eva Sue (Dave) Cummings, and Mary (Dennis) Trexler, 28 grandchildren, 60 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold, of 67 years, her son Jim, her daughter Nancy Strang, and infant son, Bobby.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Evergreen Cemetery. A service of celebration will follow at 2 p.m. Arrangements by Giddens-Reed Funeral Home, (904) 387-0055. The St. Augustine Record, 11/22/09 Please sign the guest book at www.staugustine.com/obits"
(St Augustine Record, 11/22/2009)