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Kees Smaal was born in Dordrecht, Holland, in 1938. After a two-year illness, Mr. Smaal died peacefully in his home.
He served as an officer in the Dutch army. In 1964 he immigrated to the U.S. He had a long career with Trans World Airlines while living in Chalfont, Pottstown and North Wales, Pa. He and his loving partner retired to St. Augustine in 1990.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Cornelia Alblas Smaal, his father, Arie Smaal, and his eldest brother, Art.
He is survived by his sister, Maria Beyerinck, of Roseville, Calif.; his sister, Anneke Bloodworth, of Arlington, Texas; his brother, Frans, of Castricum, Holland; his sister-in-law, Carla Smaal, of Curacao; seven nieces and nephews; and his partner of 41 years, Donald Kilmer.
Arrangements for a future memorial gathering are pending. His loved ones wish to thank all those who provided him with compassionate care.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/29/08)
Albert "Jack" Smith, age 85, passed away suddenly at Flagler Hospital on Jan. 17, 2009.
Jack, known to many as "Pops," is survived by one son, Matt (Lucille) Smith, of St. Augustine; two daughters, Shelly Every of St. Augustine, and Jackie (Steve) Parise of Lynbrook, N.Y.; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. His grandson Eddie preceded him in death.
A celebration of life will be held Monday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 01/18/09)
Albert J. Smith, 90, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully at his residence on Oct. 26, 2009.
He was born and raised in Hastings, Fla., and lived in northern Virginia, where he worked in management for the Department of Defense for 34 years before retiring to Jacksonville, Fla. After the death of his wife, Sara, in 2006, he moved to Fernandina Beach to be near his daughter.
He was a graduate of the University of Florida in civil engineering and a Veteran of World War II, having served in the United States Army.
He is survived by his daughter, Susan Smith (Walt) Gossett of Fernandina Beach; two sons, Alan J. Smith of Arlington, Va., and Richard W. (Sharon) Smith of Virginia Beach, Va.; and four granddaughters.
Visitation will be held Friday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home in St. Augustine. Graveside services with military honors will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Jacksonville National Cemetery, with the Rev. David Shokes officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the charity of your choice.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/4/2009)
Anna Frances Smith, nee Erwin, a 30-year resident of Atlanta, 15 years in San Francisco, 10 years in Tishimingo, and 14 years in Flagler/Volusia counties, succumbed to a lengthy illness at the Hospice of Florida Hospital, Ormond Beach, Fla., on Friday, July 24, 2009.
Anna was born on Sept. 26, 1936, in Portalis, N.M. She graduated from Santa Clara High School and Murray College, San Jose, Calif.
Anna had four sons, Mitch of Seattle; Robert (Tonja), deceased; Stuart of St. Augustine; and Bradford of Marietta, Ga.
Anna married Gerald J. (Jerry) Smith in 1962 in Carson City, Nev. She loved her family, and her passions included dancing, entertaining and selling real estate. In 1993 and 1994 she was the No. 8 Realtor in the seven-county metro Atlanta area. She retired in 1995. The Smiths bought a condo on Crescent Beach in 1978, and Anna loved to sit on the sand and take long walks along the ocean shore. She moved to Flagler in 1995 and Volusia in 2003. Anna lost her father, Jack Erwin, in a Japanese hospital at the end of World War II after surviving the Bataan Death March. Her mother, Bernice Skaggs Erwin McCallum, sister, Dorothy (Tommy), and half-sister, Debbie McCallum Jansen (Bill), all preceded Anna in death.
She is survived by her sister, Nell (Joe) Brown, Cliff, N.M.; her half-brother, Wayne McCallum (Judy), Phoenix, Ariz.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Anna is deeply loved by her family and her numerous friends. She will be sorely missed by all.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Anna to the Alzheimer's Association, Central & North Florida Chapter, 988 Woodcock Road, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32803-3715. For online condolences, go to www.craigflaglerpalms.com, "On-Line Obituaries."
Arrangements are in the care and trust of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 07/29/09)
Archie Orban Smith, 97, of St. Augustine, died Saturday, April 12, 2008 in Jacksonville, Florida. He retired from the U.S. government as a horticulturist and was a resident of St. Augustine for the past 25 years.
Preceded in death by his wife, Martha, he is survived by his sister, Martha Dykes (Bubba) of Jacksonville; and two nephews, Aubrey Dykes of Jacksonville, and Doyle Dykes of Cleveland, Tennessee.
A graveside service will be held Monday, April 14, 2008 at 10 a.m. in Craig Memorial Park with Rev. Aubrey Dykes officiating. Arrangements by Giddens-Reed Funeral Home, Baldwin Fla., 904-266-2337 or 904-388-0055.
(St Augustine Record, 4/13/08)
Betty J. Smith, 64, of St. Augustine, died on Friday, July 25, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
Betty was born in Key West, Fla., and moved to St. Augustine at the age of 4. She worked for Marineland for over 20 years, retiring in 1989. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother and homemaker.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home (385 S.R. 207) with officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. A visitation will be this evening from 6 to 8 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George Leon Smith Sr., and a sister, Belinda DeVoe.
She is survived by a daughter, Dawn Elizabeth Smith of St. Augustine; a son, Leon Smith, his wife, Shannon, and their children, Lil' Leon, Drew, Cassie, Chad, Taylor, Hosston, Trevor and Travis; a son, Wayne Smith, his wife, Betty, and their children, William, Nicole, Kari and Crystal; great-grandchildren, Gatlin Smith and soon to arrive Jade Smith; a sister, Bobbie Hall; and brothers, Ralph Ortagus and Rusty Ortagus.
She is also survived by her dog and faithful companion, Shorty.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/30/08)
Charles R. "Sheephead" Smith, 74, of St. Augustine, passed away on June 26, 2008. He was an avid fisherman.
He is survived by his sister, Betty Sue Veal; sons, Norman (Shelia) Smith, Benjamin Smith, both of Georgia, Charles (Bo) Smith, of St. Augustine; daughters, Betty Rice, Wanda Smith and Denise Smith, all of Georgia; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
A remembrance gathering will be this afternoon. For information about the service, call 829-0469.
(St Augustine Record, 07/02/08)
Chessley Gordon Smith, Sr., 89, passed away peacefully on Dec. 9, 2008 at the McGraw Hospice Center in Jacksonville, Fla.
Smitty was born in Chester County, S.C., on Aug. 14, 1919. He grew up in DeLand, Fla., and then served his country in the U.S. Navy from February 1940 to March 1946. After a short period in selling insurance, Smitty became a dedicated policeman serving on the city of St. Augustine police force for 33 years. Working as a true public servant, he was known to take mischievous kids home rather than having them spend a night in jail. He served in many capacities as a policeman, from walking the beat, becoming the special investigator, training K-9s, to chief of narcotics. After retiring in October 1981, he enjoyed his many hobbies and his love of fishing at Vilano Beach.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Lee Smith of St. Augustine; four children, Sharon McNamara, DeLeon Springs, Fla., Linda Lee Powell, St. Augustine, Fla., Gordon Smith, St. Augustine, Fla., and Cindy Ann Chamish, St. Augustine, Fla.; six grandchildren, Kathleen, Mark, Michael, Karleen, Carmen, Emily; and 12 great-grandchildren. Smitty was dearly loved, revered, and will be greatly missed by his family.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish may make a donation to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Private family services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home and Crematory.
(St Augustine Record, 12/18/08)
David "Buster" Smith, 86, of St. Augustine, died April 17, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
He was a carpet layer and was originally from Bamberg, S.C. He was of the Baptist faith and a U.S. veteran.
Services: Leo Chase and Son Funeral Home chapel, 11 a.m., Friday. Officiating: the Rev. Ronald Stafford. Calling hours: Thursday 6-8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. until funeral service. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Daughters: Carolyn McKinney, California, Deborah Jackson, Jacksonville, Gailya Randle, Miami, Essie Johnson, St. Augustine, Barbara James, St. Augustine, Charlotte Sanders, Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; sons: David Smith Jr., Miami, Solomon Victory, St. Augustine, James A. Victory, Tampa, Kenneth Victory, St. Augustine; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his sister, Rosa Lee Stewart, Charlotte, N.C.
In charge: Leo C. Chase and Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/24/08)
Diane Marie Bell Smith passed away peacefully Monday March 28, 2011 after a brief stay at the Bailey Hospice Center in St. Augustine, Fla. Diane was born Jan. 11, 1941 to parents George and Marion Bell of Bolivar, N.Y. Diane lived in Wellsville, N.Y., until 1966 when she moved with her husband and family to Atlanta, Ga. Diane and her husband, Marty, were part-time residents of St. Augustine, Fla., since 1978 and moved to Crescent Beach permanently in 2003.
Diane will be remembered for her loving, warm, gentle and caring spirit, determination and love for life. She never met a stranger and after you spent time with her you walked away feeling like you just made a new friend. She will always remain in the hearts of those she touched, so strong was her spirit.
Diane was pre-deceased in death by her parents and brother, Jerry Bell.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 52 years, Marty Smith; her loving children, Chris Smith, Marcia Smith, Marty and Shane Smith; and her beloved grandchildren, Maggie and Shane Smith as well as by countless numbers of friends all of whom will deeply mourn her loss. Diane is also survived by brothers, Jack Bell (Carol) of Kane, Pa., Jim Bell of Hickory, N.C., and George (Karen) Bell of Bolivar, N.Y.
A memorial service celebrating Diane"s life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice for Northeast Florida, Bailey Hospice Center St. Augustine, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 31, 2011)
Dorothy Smith, former St. Augustine resident, died in Wellington, Fla., on Monday, April 5, 2010. She resided with her daughter, Jill Gause Davis.
Dorothy was born in Harrisburg, Pa., and graduated from Pennsylvania State Business College. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Smith.
She is survived by a son, Dayle Smith, Grassy Creek, N.C. and his wife, Linda; and her daughter, Jill Gause Davis and her husband, Al. Dorothy had four grandchildren, Tim and Andrew Gause, and Kyley and Jeff Smith. She also had two great-grandchildren, Elisabeth and Ashley.
Contributions are gratefully accepted by the family to the American Heart Association. Graveside services are at 2 p.m. on Thursday at Craig Memorial Park Cemetery.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(The St. Augustine Record, 4/07/10)
Dorothy Lee Smith, 80, of St. Augustine, Fla., died July 2, 2009, at Ponce Care Center.
Formerly of Louisville, Ky., she had moved to St. Augustine four years ago. She was born in Hart County, Ky., and was the wife of the late James Earl Smith. She was a member of Cove Baptist Church, Louisville, Ky.
Funeral services will be held at noon at the Owens Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Highway, Louisville, Ky. Visitation will be held 10 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Louisville Memorial Gardens.
Memorial services will be held 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, James W. (Pam) Smith; St. Augustine, Fla.; grandson, Jay (Maria) Smith, Hammett, Idaho; two great-grandchildren, Makenzie Faye and Makayla Renae Smith.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the local arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/11/09)
Elinor "Ellie" Smith, 70, St. Augustine, died Feb. 11, 2010, at home. She was born and raised in East Rochester, N.Y. She graduated from East Rochester High School and the State University of New York at Oswego, N.Y., with a bachelor of science degree in education. Elinor later continued her education at the University of North Florida taking graduate studies in education and accounting.
She taught in elementary schools for 20 years in Rochester, N.Y., where she was a staunch member of New York United Teachers Union. She was a lead teacher, mentoring new teachers for five years, and a published author of Raising Standards Journal of the Rochester Teachers Association. She was listed in Who"s Who in America"s Teachers. Elinor also taught school in Rhode Island, Texas, Florida and has been substituting in St. John"s County.
She shared her extensive travel experiences throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe with her students. She lived in Izmir, Turkey, working for the Air Force, administering GED tests to servicemen. She was a Girl Scout Leader with Troops on Foreign Soil, camping with Scouts on the Aegean Coast.
Ellie retired from teaching in New York in the year of 2000, moving to St. Augustine, fulfilling her love of the ocean and history. Here she has volunteered at Marineland, on the Turtle Patrol, a Right Whale Watcher, works at the Food Pantry and St. Francis House. She was an active member of the Democratic Women"s Club of St. John"s County, serving on the Board for two years and a delegate for the Democratic Women"s Club of Florida.
Ellie was a devout member of St. Cyprian"s Episcopal, Church. Ellie was an avid sailor, likes cooking, gardening and enjoys reading.
She was married to Jim smith and the mother of three children, Douglas Derousie and his wife, Dana, Marie Nichols and her husband, Andy, and Michael Derousie and wife, Laurie; a stepson, James Smith; a proud grandmother of six wonderful grandchildren; three sisters, Betty, Mary and Marge; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday Feb. 14, 2010, from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Cyprian"s Episcopal Church on the corner of Martin Luther King St. and 37 Lovett St.
Service will be held on Monday Feb. 15, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Cyprian"s Episcopal Church. Flowers are gratefully declined those wishing may make a contribution to Community Hospice or St. Cyprian"s Episcopal Church.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/11/2010)
Elizabeth M. (Betty) Smith, 93, passed away Jan. 24, 2008, at Moultrie Creek Nursing Home. Mrs. Smith was born on Christmas Day, 1914, in Detroit. One of six children, her parents were both from families of French immigrants, with Betty's mother's family having settled in Madawaska, Maine, during the 1700s and her father emigrating from France to Michigan during the 1800s.
Betty, after graduating from St. Gabriel High School, worked as a legal secretary in Detroit before marrying Norman Lee Smith in 1952. After her husband's untimely death in 1956, Betty stayed in Michigan until her move to Winter Park in 1970. She continued to work until the age of 75, at which time she retired from the Catholic Diocese of Orlando. Betty moved to St. Augustine in 1995 to be closer to family.
Betty Smith is survived by a son, Greg C. Smith; daughter-in-law, Marsha A. Chance; and a granddaughter, Layla C. Smith, all of St. Augustine. She has one surviving sibling, Charlotte Cullen, who resides in Georgia; and numerous nieces and nephews living in Michigan and the Northwestern U.S.
A visitation will be held Sunday, Jan. 27, at Craig Funeral Home during the hours of 5 to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Monday, Jan. 28, as part of the 9 a.m. mass at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Burial beside her husband, Norman, will take place in Michigan at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. People wishing to make a donation in her name should contact St. Francis House.
Funeral arrangements made by Craig Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 01/26/08)
Erica Denise James Smith, 33, of Columbus, Ga., formerly of St. Augustine, died Aug. 8, 2009, at St. Francis Hospital.
She was born Aug. 20, 1975, in St. Augustine. She was a sales clerk at Wal-Mart and a member of Lewis Memorial Baptist Church.
She is predeceased by her father, Mark James, and brother, Carlos James.
She is survived by her husband, Jamon Smith; son, Jabari Smith; daughters, Natashe and Tiara Gilbert; stepson, Jamon Smith Jr.; mother, Debra Diane (Donald) Thomas; mother-in-law, Mattie Smith; brothers, Antonio (Keysha) Thomas, all of Columbus, and Mark James, St. Augustine; one sister, Lakisha (Troy) Adams, Albany, Ga.; grandparents, Barbara Ann (Reginald) Ballard and Nathaniel Phillips, all of Phenix City, Ala.; stepfather, Michael Lyons, St. Augustine; a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and other relatives.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Lewis Memorial Baptist Church in Columbus, Ga., with Pastor Benjamin McGruder officiating. Burial will be in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from noon until 8 p.m. today at Taylor Funeral Home.
Taylor Funeral Home, Phenix City, Ala., is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 08/12/2009)
George Earle Smith, age 74, of St. Augustine, passed away June 21, 2009, at Flagler Hospital. He was born on March 2, 1935, in Harrisburg, Pa. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Iris Jean; mother, Mona Smith, his children; and other family members.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/25/09)
Bishop Gilbert Loraine Smith, 85, of St. Augustine, passed away on April 4, 2011, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring.
He was born on March 1, 1926, in St. Augustine to the late Charles G. and Gertrude (Hartley) Smith.
He was a United States Navy, WWII veteran. Bishop Smith was a pastor for 57 years throughout South Georgia and Florida. He established and was pastor at the Mandarin Church of God of Prophecy. He was also the co-owner of Coastal Marine, from where he retired.
Survivors include his children, Wayne Gilbert of St. Augustine, Sandra Rae Mitchell of St. Augustine, Linda Faye Bagley and her husband, Ricky, of Jacksonville and Aaron Joseph Smith and his wife, Necie, of St. Augustine; his brother, Reed Juston Smith of St. Augustine; 12 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Myrtice Smith.
Visitation will be held from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Harvest Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy, 3844 Burnett Park Road, Jacksonville.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 8, at the Harvest Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy, with Bishop Dale Kitchens officiating, assisted by Brother David Kidd.
Interment will follow the service at the Julington Creek Cemetery.
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.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on April 7, 2011)
Gina was born in Minneapolis, Minn., and lived there until she moved to St. Augustine in 1995.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday at Craig Funeral Home.
Gina was loved and will be deeply missed by her husband of 12 years, Peter Smith of St. Augustine; her mother, Lynda M. Heins of Palatka; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 9/24/08)
Hazel E. Smith, 74, of East Palatka, died Wednesday, May 11, 2011, at her home after an extended illness. She was a native of St. Augustine and had lived in Putnam County since 1955, coming from St. Augustine. She was a homemaker and a member of the North Florida Street Rod Association and enjoyed going to the Cruise-in-Car Shows. She had formerly been a member of the Palatka Horseman"s Club and loved spending time in her rose garden. She enjoyed sewing and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by a brother, George O. Bolinger Jr.; a sister, Gladys Selmon and her parents, Annie May and George Bolinger.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Allen "Mike" Smith of East Palatka; four daughters, Debbie Yeomans and husband Tony of Palatka, Wanda Perry and husband Timbo of Hollister, Cindy Jordan and husband Greg of Ravenel, S.C., and Paris Smith and companion John Mahon of Newport, Tenn.; five grandchildren, Duane King, Clint Hersey, Brittany Mulvihill, Erica Mulvihill and Aaron Reeser; seven great-grandchildren, Hannah Yeomans, Cole Norman, Kaiden Norman, Isabelle King, Zack King, Trevor King and Chloe King.
A private gathering of family and close friends will be held Monday at the Smith Home. Memorial donations can be made to Hospice of the Nature Coast, 6721 Crill Ave., Palatka, FL 32177. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.JohnsonOverturfFunerals.com.
Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record from May 12 to May 14, 2011)
Irene Cook Smith, 85, of St. Augustine passed away after a sudden short illness at the Earl B. Hadlow Center in Jacksonville on Oct. 21, 2010.
A native of West Virginia, she grew up with her sister, Mary Cook Bush and her brother, the late Harry Cook. She moved to Maryland during World War II where she met her husband, the late Fred Smith. They shared a marriage that lasted more than six decades.
In addition to being a loving wife and mother, she worked as an office manager for a large legal firm and eventually worked with her husband establishing and operating the Smith Dental Laboratory in Baltimore, Md., until their retirement.
An avid reader, she enjoyed music, played the piano and the organ, and was very accomplished in crocheting and knitting. She was also active, for a time with her family, as a volunteer for the North Shores Community Association.
She is survived by her sister, Mary; two sons, Kelly Smith and his wife Victoria; Ernest Smith and his wife Nora; grandchildren, Kelley Niederwemmer and her husband Scott, Max Smith, Dan Sondak and his wife Rachel and Traci Nichols; and great-grandsons, Scott and Josh Niederwemmer.
Her memory cherished, she will be dearly missed.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, October 23, 2010)
Jacqueline Mims Smith, 60, St. Augustine, entered into eternal life on Jan. 3, 2011, at Flagler Hospital.
Life Celebration services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011, at Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, the Rev. Ronald Stafford, pastor, and the Rev. Philip Brown, officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. until the service hour on Tuesday at the church.
Mrs. Smith worked with the St. Johns County School Board serving in numerous capacities.
She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Daryl Smith, St. Augustine; children, Lavender, James and Pansy Perkins, St. Augustine; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brothers; sisters; nieces; nephews; other relatives and devoted friends.
Leo C. Chase & Son in charge of the arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record on January 8, 2011
James Earl Smith, 58, Bunnell, Fla., died March 25, 2010, at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Fla.
He was born March 22, 1952, to Mr. Willie and Susie Smith. He attended public schools in Flagler County. He worked as a truck driver for a local logging company.
Survivors include daughters, Rosetta Kinsey, Letarshia Smith, Pamela Holmes, Andrea Smith, Jennifer Thomas, Deisha Watson, Nikki Jackson and Kelly McNair; son, Derek Watson; sisters, Jeanette Sloane, Ruby Glen, Jacqueline Reeves, Sharon Taylor and Pastor Daisy Henry; and 14 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by brothers Arthur Smith, Robert Smith and Bennett Smith.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Spirit of Truth Holiness church in Bunnell, Daisy Henry, pastor, with Pastor Michael McKay, officiating. Burial will be at Masonic Cemetery in Palm Coast, Fla.
Coleman's Mortuary of Hastings is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/2/2010)
John Robert Smith, 58, passed away March 11, 2011, at his home with many of his beloved family at his side.
He retired after 21 years of service in the U.S. Army.
He is survived by his wife, Kay; his children; and many other family and friends.
There will be a visitation at 1 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 2 p.m. with military honors on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will be in Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of local arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 15, 2011)
Joseph Smith, 77, Palm Coast, Fla., died Sept. 24, 2011 at Halifax Hospital in Daytona Beach, Fla., following a brief illness. Mr. Smith was born in Camilla, Ga., to the late Otis and Juanita Smith. He was educated in the public school system in Georgia. Mr. Smith worked in construction most of his life. He was of the Baptist faith.
Funeral services is 1 p.m. today at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Espanola, Fla. Burial will follow in Masonic Cemetery in Palm Coast, the Rev. Dr. Frank Gidden, pastor, officiating.
Survivors are sons, Joseph Smith, San Antonio, Texas, Otis Smith, Albany, Ga., and Terry Smith, South Carolina; two brothers, Clinton Smith, Daytona Beach and Artis Reddin, Palm Coast.
Coleman"s Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 29, 2)
Katie Smith, 93, passed away at Samantha Wilson Care Center on March 29, 2008.
Katie was born and raised in Quincy, Fla., graduated from Gadsden County High School and attended Florida State College for Women. She met and married Ernest Smith in 1946. They moved to Camilla, Ga., where they lived and worked and raised their family until relocating to St. Augustine in 2000. Katie was a homemaker and a charter member of Faith Bible Class in Camilla.
Mrs. Smith will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her two daughters, Carolyn (Neal) S. Smith of Jacksonville, and Kathryn (Edward) S. Brooks of Lawrenceville, Ga.; four grandchildren, Krista S. Dennington, James Gregory Smith, Bradford, S. Brooks and James Gregory Smith; one great-grandson Reese C. Brooks.
She was preceded in death by her husband Ernest.
Visitation will be held Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. with services beginning at 2 p.m. at Camilla United Methodist Church with The Rev. Richard Trawick officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorial donations would be appreciated in her memory to Caring Hands-Caring Community, 161-B Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084, attn: Anne Gunther
Craig Funeral Home is serving the Smith Family.
(St. Augustine Record, 3/31/08)
Larry Smith, 77, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 21, 2007, at the Veteran Administration Hospital in Lake City, Fla. Mr. Smith was a native of Reidsville, N.C. and had lived in St. Augustine since 1970. Mr. Smith was a bus driver for Greyhound Bus Terminal, a member of the American Legion Post No. 37 and he served his country in the U.S. Airforce during the Korean War. He was a member of Freedom Baptist Church.
Services: 1 p.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Craig Funeral Home.
Survivors: His wife, Carol Bishop-Smith, two daughters, one son, one stepson, one grandchild; one step-granddaughter; and a sister, Peggy Mayberry, Greensboro, N.C.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/23/08)
The Rev. Manatee Verdi Smith, 77, of Trenton, N.J., died Sept. 16, 2008 at Capital Health Systems, Fuld Campus.
He was a native of Valdosta, Ga., and was a former resident of St. Augustine before moving to Trenton. He was educated in St. Augustine and was a graduate of Excelsior High School. He was an ordained minister of the Church of God in Christ and was retired from U.S. Steel Fairless Works. He was born Sept. 4, 1931 to parents Malachi Smith, Sr., and Martha Smith-Rosier, both preceded him in death along with his wife, Delores, sons, Gregory Shorter and Ludwig V. Smith, brother, Laurence C. Smith, Sr., and sisters, Dorothy Jones and Gwendolyn L. Jones (both of St. Augustine), Fannie Lou Banskston, Lucille Baldwin and Lizzie Mae Huntley.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Samartian Baptist Church in Trenton.
He is survived by his long-time companion, Wanda Ransom; his children, Loretta, Jessica, Evelyn, Joy, William, Manatee Jr., Abdul Jaabir, Darryl, Keith, Adbul Muhammad; step-daughter, Nichol; brothers, Malachi, Joe Nathan Barnes, and David L. Barnes, (St. Augustine); one sister, Martha Brown; 20 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and cousins in Trenton and St. Augustine.
Campbell Funeral Home, 1225 Calhoun St., Trenton, N.J., is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 9/20/08)
Marie Sims, "Aunt Re" Smith, 101, went from labor to reward on Sept. 23, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. She was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, where she served as on the Deaconess Board, the Missionary Society and had the honor of serving as Church Mother.
She was active in the NAACP and the Civil Rights Movement.
Her services will be at noon, Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at Shiloh MB Church with the Rev. Randy Hezekiah officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery and calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m at Chase from 11 a.m. to service hour on Saturday.
She is survived by son, Lloyd "Fe" Smith; and granddaughter, Jeanette Hawkins, great-grandchildren, cousins, other relatives and numerous devoted friends.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home are entrusted with the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 30, 2010)
Marilyn Ann Smith died after a brief illness on Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at the home of a relative.
She was born on Nov. 8, 1944, in Aruba. She was the daughter of John DeAbreu and Mary Jardine-DeAbreu.
Marilyn immigrated to America on April 9, 1960. She lived in Miami, Fla., where she met and married her husband, Peter L. Smith, on Nov. 18, 1967. They resided in Miami until 1976, when they moved to St. Augustine.
After nearly 34 years of marriage, Peter passed away in 2001. Marilyn resided in St. Augustine until her death.
She is survived by her son, Paul Leslie Smith, of St. Augustine; her daughter, Andrea Lynn Smith, of Hollywood, Fla.; grandson, Calvin Smith, of Gainesville; sisters, Patricia Weaver, Monica Cavanaugh and Donna Young; brothers, Leslie DeAbreu and Thomas DeAbreu; 15 nieces and nephews; 28 great-nieces and great-nephews; and six great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
Marilyn touched the lives of many friends through her generous spirit. A celebration of life ceremony will be held at a later date.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 6, 2011)
Retired Sgt. Maj. Milton H. "Smitty" Smith, 81, passed away Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011, at his home in St. Augustine, with his wife Barbara at his side.
Milton was preceded in death by his son, Mitch Hollingsworth and wife, Janice.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara; sons, Milton B. Smith (Mona) and Mike Smith (Cindy); stepsons, Steve Fitzgerald and John Fitzgerald (Leanne); along with step-daughter, Trish Rowles; daughter-in-law, Debbie Kirkland; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
After joining the Army, Milton moved from his home town of Roy, Wash., to Fort Eustis, Va,, where he met Jan and the two were soon married. His service in the Army included participation in the Korean War and The Vietnam War.
During his dedicated service to our country he was decorated with the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, two Army Commendation Medals, Army Good Conduct Medal, Korean and Vietnam Service Medals plus numerous other medals and awards. After his retirement from the U.S. Army, Milton went on to work for the Norfolk-Southern Railroad as an engineer where he spent 18 years and retired once again.
Family and friends will gather at Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, Fla., from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. in the chapel followed by a military grave side service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, St. Augustine.
Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, February 10, 2011)
Miriam Isabell Smith, 65, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 30, 2008, at her home. Ms. Smith was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. She was of the Baptist faith.
Services: Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Monday at Evergreen Cemetery. Officiating: The Rev. Jay Cochenour. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Her sisters, Virginia Pearl Cushman, Carolyn Madacsi, and Deborah Howland; brothers, R.M. Smith and Kevin Smith, numerous nieces and nephews.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 2/1/08)
Patricia "Patsy" C. Smith was born Oct. 10, 1944, in Freehold, N.J., and died April 5, 2010, in St. Augustine, Fla.
She graduated high school in Matawan, N.J., in 1962 and The University of Vermont in 1966 with a bachelor of science degree. Patsy was the co-owner of the Algonquin Restaurant in Bolton Landing, N.Y., and ran the restaurant for many years.
She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Teddy J. Smith, of St. Augustine; her daughter, Jennifer S. Robinson and her husband, Barry T. Robinson, and grandson, Benjamin T. Robinson of Queensbury, N.Y.; her son, Peter H. Smith, and his wife, Julia H. Smith, and granddaughter, Lucy W. Smith, of New York City; her sister, Susan Volkmann, of Bolton Landing, N.Y.; and a brother, Richard Carlson, of St. Johnsbury, Vt.
She was predeceased by her parents, Everett and Mary Carlson.
A memorial service will be held on April 18, 2010, at noon at the Inn at Erlowest, Lake Shore Drive, Lake George, N.Y. The memorial service will start promptly at noon, and a reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Thank you to all of Patsy's family and friends who supported her during her courageous battle with cancer.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, 4/9/2010)
June 17, 1967 to Feb. 5, 2010
Patricia K. Smith passed away unexpectedly Feb. 5, 2010, in St. Augustine at the age of 42. Patricia had worked for more than 10 years in the mortgage banking industry and most recently enjoyed being a homemaker on Anastasia Island. She made everyone around her feel important and special. Patricia never met a stranger who did not walk away a friend. She had a contagious sense of humor and a wonderful, friendly smile. Her laughter would always warm the hearts of those around her. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Survivors are her devoted husband J. Gregory Smith; children, Christy Cataldo and Todd Steele; grandson Nicholas; and many other friends and family.
The funeral service will be at Craig Funeral Home at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, with burial to follow at Craig Memorial Park.
Craig Funeral Home-Crematory-Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/8/2010)
Robert V. Smith, 72, of St. Augustine, passed away on Dec. 20, 2010, at Stephens Memorial Home in St. Augustine.
He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Worcester after the Korean War.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 28 at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record, December 24, 2010)
Robert William "Bobi" Smith, 72, of St. Augustine, died on July 12, 2009, at Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Bob was born in the Bronx, N.Y, and grew up in the Bronx and Staten Island, N.Y. He traveled and lived in many different places including the Florida Keys, Fort Lauderdale and California during the 1960s and early 1970s, returning in between to Staten Island. He discovered St. Augustine by happenstance, when he and his wife, June, were sailing from New York to the Keys and docked at Camachee Cove to re-supply. Bob and June fell in love with St. Augustine and have lived here since 1980. Bob served in the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy Reserves and worked as a Union carpenter in New York City for many years. Upon moving to St. Augustine he worked and supervised many construction projects in the area and owned and operated Seafood Plus, a bait and tackle shop and fresh seafood store in Crescent Beach.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, June Lee Smith of Treasure Beach; two daughters, Lynn Ann Wells and Christine Lee Curry, both of St. Augustine; three grandchildren, Tiffany Pope, Melissa Popailo-Napier and Michael Paczkowski, all of St. Augustine; two great-grandchildren, Trowa Sai and Tye Robert; a "brother," Michel "Mickey" Schaffner of Hurley, N.Y.; a "sister," Elizabeth "Betty" Schaffner of Staten Island, N.Y.; four nephews, Terrence Collins, Kevin Collins, Scott Schaffner and Glenn Schaffner; and three grand-nieces and two grand-nephews.
Bob's passions were gardening, cooking and his grandest was fishing; he passed these passions on to his daughters and grandchildren, who adopted them whole-heartedly.
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2009, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. A visitation of family and friends will be held on Sunday from 3 p.m. until the hour of the service. Flowers are gratefully declined, but those wishing may make a donation to the American Cancer Society or National Wildlife Association.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/18/09)
Rosella Meyer Smith, 96, passed away on July 2 in Mandeville, La. She is survived by her son, Dale M. Smith, of Mandeville; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a niece, Nikki Furr, of St. Augustine. She will be laid to rest next to her deceased husband, Hale M. Smith.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. A graveside funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Craig Memorial Park with the Rev. David Shokes officiating and ceremonies by the Order of the Eastern Star.
Mrs. Smith was a member of Sunnyside Chapter No. 359 in Chattanooga, Tenn.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/06/08)
Mr. Roy Franklin Smith Jr. of Jacksonville passed away July 9, after long illness. He was born in St. Augustine, Fla., on March 20, 1929. Mr. Smith was the son of Roy F. Smith, Sr. and Lucile Spengler Smith.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Joyce Grissom Smith, and his sister Eileen Smith. Survivors include his daughters Deborah L. Smith, Annmarie Smith, Robin Smith Conley and her husband, Jeff Conley, and grandsons John Conley and Christopher Conley.
Mr. Smith graduated from St. Joseph Academy and the University of Florida. He was a member of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity and of the Gator Booster Club. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Texas and Korea. Mr. Smith was a long time resident of Jacksonville Beach and was a member of several civic organizations. He was an involved parishioner at St. Paul's Catholic Church at Jacksonville Beach.
Mr. Smith was a real estate appraiser for more than 50 years, a job which he greatly enjoyed, and which took him to many places around the country.
He and his wife, Joyce, moved into Riverside in 1993, where they joined St. Paul"s Catholic Church. From their new home they continued to enjoy traveling, good food, Gators football games and the company of their grandchildren.
The memorial service will be held at St. Paul"s Catholic Church 2609 Park St. in Jacksonville, on Wednesday, July 14, at 10 a.m.
The family would like to thank the staff of ARA West Dialysis for the good and kind care they gave to Mr. Smith.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is serving the family. www.craigfuneralhome.com.
(St Augustine Record, 7/12/2010)
Ruby J. Smith, 102, was born in Glenwood-Wheeler County, Ga., to Mathew Byrd and Elizabeth Beasley Adams, July 15, 1906. She was the ninth of 10 children. Ruby attended a one-room schoolhouse and helped on the family farm picking cotton, etc. She was taught to sew by her older sister, so when she decided to leave the farm (in her early 20s) and move to Ft. Lauderdale to live with an older brother, she obtained a position as a seamstress where clothes were designed from start to finish. It was in Ft. Lauderdale that she met and married her future husband, William Edwin Smith. He was a watchmaker and jeweler. They opened Smith Jewelers in 1960 and worked together until he passed away in 1972.
Ruby moved back to Glenwood, where they had built a home for retirement purposes. She stayed in Glenwood until the age of 94 (2000), at which time she moved to St. Augustine to be near her daughter and extended family. Ruby lived on her own, cooking and taking care of herself until just before her 100th birthday, when she suffered a stroke. She moved into the Samantha Wilson Care Center, where she passed away Saturday evening, Jan. 3, 2009.
Ruby is survived by a daughter, Judy Adams-Smith; two grandchildren, Keith Wegner of St. Augustine and Kim Foster (Chuck) of Trinity, N.C.; and one great-grandson, Smith Foster, also of Trinity.
Funeral services will take place at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday at First Methodist Church in Glenwood, Ga. Flowers are gratefully accepted, or you may choose to make a memorial donation in Ruby's honor to your favorite charity.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/06/08)
Sallie M. Smith, a longtime resident of Hastings, Fla., passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008.
She attended public schools in Alachua and St. Johns County and graduated from Hastings Vocational Training School here in Hastings. Mrs. Smith was a member of the National Basketball Championship team when they won the title.
She retired as a dietician in 1985 from the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind.
Mother Smith was a faithful and dedicated member of Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, Hastings. She demonstrated her joy and love for her church through worship and service. She supported and served on various boards and auxiliaries.
Friends may share a visitation of love with the family on Friday, 6 p.m. at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Pastor Lorenzo Laws. Funeral services to be officiated by the Rev. Laws, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008 at The Lord's Temple at 2 p.m., Elder Thomas Cave, III, pastor. Burial will follow services at Pattersonville Cemetery, East Palatka.
Mrs. Smith is survived by her six sons, George Smith, Kenneth Smith (Victoria), Archie Smith (Dorothea), and Godfrey Smith (Wanda), all of Hastings, Lorenzo Smith, of Palatka, Fla., William Smith (Dorothy), of Orlando, Fla.; and three daughters, Dorothy Edwards (Timothy), Bennie B. Jordan of Deltona, Fla., and Gale M. Smith of Gainesville, Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Smith, and two daughters, Ethel Marie Smith and Helen S. Porter.
Arrangements entrusted to Coleman's Mortuary, 8824 Church St., Hastings, Fla. (904) 692-1160.
(St Augustine Record, 10/17/08)
Sandra "Sandy" Smith, 65, of St. Augustine, died on Jan. 17, 2009, at her residence surrounded by her family.
She was born in Jacksonville and was a life-long resident of St. Augustine. Sandra was a wonderful homemaker and taught computer classes at the St. Augustine Technical Center, "Vo Tech," from the early 1990s until November of last year. She was a long-time member of St. Augustine Church of Christ where she taught Sunday School for many years. She was a devoted Christian, an awesome wife, mother, daughter, sister and grandmother who was loved dearly and will be missed.
She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Melissa Green, and a brother, Richard Taylor.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the St. Augustine Church of Christ, 2900 Lewis Speedway, with Bob Burkert officiating. Interment will follow at 10 a.m. on Thursday at Jacksonville National Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to Church of Christ building fund, Church of Christ, 2900 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine, FL 32095.
She is survived by her husband, Lawrence D. "Larry" Smith of St. Augustine; daughters, Bonnie Smith and Brenda Schloss-Smith, both of St. Augustine; her mother, Sarah Taylor; sisters, Alberta Vaughn, Georgina Knox, Vivian Kirby and Mary Jenkins; brother, Lanny Taylor; grandson, Mathieu Schloss; granddaughter, Jessica Green; and many nieces and nephews.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/20/09)
Scott Michael Smith, 21, St. Augustine, died Nov. 8, 2008, in a tragic motorcycle accident on South A1A in Crescent Beach.
He was born in St. Augustine and was a lifelong resident. He was employed at The Oasis Restaurant, where he worked for two years.
He was a loving and compassionate person who touched many people during his short life and will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by mother, Shelly Smith, of St. Augustine; father, Michael Smith, of Jacksonville; brother, Sam Smith of Jacksonville; maternal grandparents, Catherine Norwood of St. Augustine and Robert Norwood of Hastings, and Ed and Anne Drysdale of Holiday, Fla; two maternal great-grandmothers; paternal grandparents, Bill and Shelby Smith of Jacksonville; beloved dog, Trigger; aunt and best friend, Nancy Norwood; many aunts, uncles and cousins; as well as countless friends and loved ones.
Memorial services will be held 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, on the beach at Butler Beach park with the Rev. Robert Burkert from St. Augustine Church of Christ officiating.
(St Augustine Record, 11/12/08)
Shirley Ann Smith passed away at home on Tuesday, March 3, 2009. Shirley was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
She was preceded in death by her soulmate and husband, Jim.
Mrs. Smith was a native of New Brunswick, N.J., born Sept. 3, 1943.
The daughter of Bernard and Sophia (Maday) Laskowski, as a child and teenager, she pursued dancing as a major interest, and tap danced her way to a job at the Steel Pier in Atlantic City for a while. Her interests varied through the years. She created and sold fine jewelry for a couple of decades or so, always with her No. 1 fan, Jim, by her side. The last couple of decades (roughly), she and Jim retired from the jewelry trade to manage Shamrock Campground, where they made many friends and helped many people along the way. Compassion, along with a wonderful sense of humor, accompanied by an urge to help people, is how Shirley lived her life. She listened.
She leaves behind a son, Steven, daughter-in-law, Renee; two wonderful grandchildren, Brianna and Kasey, from Pennsylvania; sister and dear friend, Sharon Connell from Georgia; brother, Gerald Stark from Texas; and a great aunt, Mary Laskowski from Pennsylvania.
A gathering for friends and family of Shirley's will be held at Craig Funeral Home on U.S. 1 from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 14, 2009. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Betty Griffin home for women in need or the local animal shelter.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 03/12/09)
Shirley P. Smith, 82, died July 27, 2009, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center.
Survivors include daughters, Becky Stokes, Geneva Cooper; sons, Ron, David and Daniel Smith; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Friday at Craig Memorial Park.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/30/09)
Simone Smith, 84, of Dwarf, Ky., and formerly of St. Augustine, died March 12 at her home in Dwarf. She was born in Antwerp, Belgium, and resided in St. Augustine from 1973 to 2005. She retired from Flagler Hospital, where she managed the gift shop.
Graveside services will be held 5 p.m. Thursday at Evergreen Cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters, Sonja Bruggerman (Jim), of Dwarf, and Pelion Shugart (Harry), of St. Augustine; a son, Ronald Smith (Donna), of Hindman, Ky.; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a grandson, Nicholas Haynes.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/15/09)
Stephanie M. Smith, 84, died on Feb. 27, 2011, at home.
Mrs. Smith was born in Tarrytown, N.Y., on April 13, 1926. Mrs. Smith was a life-long homemaker and Navy wife. She did work as a secretary during World War II and at various times partnered with her husband operating resorts in the Florida Keys and the Bahamas.
Mrs. Smith was a founding member of the Church of the Epiphany, Jacksonville. and, until unable to travel, a congregant of Christ Church, Ponte Vedra Beach. Mrs. Smith was married for 60 years to her husband, Dwight.
Mrs. Smith is survived by her two sons, Dennis A. Smith and wife, Bettye, of St. Augustine, and Dwight R. Smith Jr. and wife, Linda, of Clearwater, Fla. She is also survived by two grandsons, Eiren K. Smith, wife, Auri, and great-granddaughter Leyna of Dunedin, Fla., and Dennis R. (Rudy) Smith of Beaufort, S.C., and many other loving family and friends.
The family will receive relatives and friends at Hardage-Giddens Chapel Hills Funeral Home, 850 St. Johns Bluff Road N (www.hardage-giddenschapelhills.com) beginnign at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2, 2011. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the chapel. Interment will follow the service in Chapel Hills Memory Gardens. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Naval Air Station Mayport, Box 48, 13 Yorktown Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32212-0048.
Hardage-Giddens Chapel Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 1, 2011)
Walter Grant "Buck" Smith, 99, of Lithonia, Ga., died March 7, 2009 at his daughter's home in Lithonia. Mr. Smith was a native of Hastings, Fla., and had resided in Lithonia. He had worked in construction and was a member of Mt. Zion AME Church of Hastings. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge and had worked on the Steward Board and the finance committee at his church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie McClavin Smith, and 14 siblings.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2009, at Mt. Zion AME Church, Hastings, with Pastor Lorenzo Laws officiating. Burial will be at South Sumter Evergreen Cemetery, Bushnell, Fla. A visitation will be held 6 to 7 p.m. Friday (today) at the church and one hour prior to services on Saturday.
He is survived by his daughter, Velderia Burns and husband, the Rev. Obbie Burns; two grandchildren, Dana Burns and Julian Burns (Shira); two great-grandchildren, Julian II and Jordyn, all of Lithonia; one sister, Annie Johnson, Miami, Fla.; and a host of other relatives.
(St Augustine Record, 03/13/09)
William B. Smith, Jr., 82, of St Augustine, died Dec. 14, 2007 at his home after a long illness. He was a life-long resident of St Augustine. Mr. Smith served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was president of the Barnett Bank of Anastasia Island, the first bank at that time to open in St Johns County in 25 years. He was past master of the Masonic Lodge F&AM 98
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity Episcopal Church, Rev. David Weidner officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined; those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice North East Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Burial will be at a later date.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Alice Russell Smith; daughter: Susan (Charles) Arriaz, Jacksonville; son: William B. Smith, III, St Augustine; grandson: Christian (Erica) Smith, Portland, Ore.; granddaughter: Sasha (Nelson) Kanno, Long Beach, CA.; sister: Margaret Paul, Elizabethtown, KY.; a number of nieces and nephews.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements
(St. Augustine Record, 12/17/07)
William B. Smith III, 60, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Feb. 17, 2011, at the Bailey Center for Caring after a long illness.
He was a lifelong resident of St. Augustine. William graduated from St. Joseph Academy and attended Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Ga.
He worked more than 30 years for Bell South and AT&T. He was a lifetime member of the Ashlar Masonic Lodge F&AM #98.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Trinity Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Dr. David Weidner, pastor, officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to the Bailey Center for Caring, c/o Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
He is survived by son, Christian (Erica) Smith, Portland, Ore.; daughter, Sasha (Nelson) Kanno of Long Beach, Calif.; mother, Mary Russell Smith, St. Augustine, Fla.; sister, Susan (Charles) Arraiz of Jacksonville, Fla.; three aunts; an uncle; and longtime caregiver, Darlene Ponce.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on February 22, 2011)
William J. "Bobo" Smith, 61, of East Palatka, Fla., formerly of Hastings, Fla., died Sept. 14, 2009, at Putnam Medical Center in Palatka following a brief illness. He was born to Mary Smith and the late Lonnie B. Smith. He attended Walter E. Harris High School. William loved his devoted wife, whom he was married to for 35 years. He also loved to spend time with his brother fishing. He had his own lawn service business where he worked faithfully until his passing.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 800 Madison St., Palatka. The Rev. Clarence Mallory, pastor, and Pastor Lorenzo Wright Sr., of Rhema Healing and Deliverance Ministry, officiating. Burial will be in Pattersonville Cemetery, East Palatka. A viewing will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today (Friday) at Stephen U.M. Church in Hastings and on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the hour of service at the church.
Survivors include his devoted wife, Brenda (Perry) Smith, East Palatka; mother, Mary Smith, Hastings; brothers, Karl Smith, Miami, Fla., Reginald Smith, Hastings; sisters, Linda Milton, Welaka, Fla., Emily Smith, Gracida Smith, Annette McMillian and Connie Harris, all of Hastings.
Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 09/25/09)
Willene Smith, 86, of St. Augustine, died April 13, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center in Jacksonville, Fla. Mrs. Smith was a native of Fayette County, Ala., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past 48 years. She was a homemaker and she was of the Protestant faith. Private services are planned. She is survived by her husband, Paul Smith; daughter, Paula Allen (Fred); son, Michael Smith (Marysue), all of St. Augustine, and son, Wade Smith (Sorina) of Richmond Hill, Ga.; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Memorial donations in her name may be made to Northeast Florida Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. (St Augustine Record, 4/16/08)
Wilson Ring Smith, 90, recently of St. Augustine, died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, of natural causes, at his home in Orange Park, Fla.
He had been a resident of the area since 1991, moving here from Boxford, Mass. Born Dec. 23, 1919, in Kansas City, Mo., he attended Reed College in Portland, Ore., earning a bachelor"s degree in 1942. He received a master"s degree in electrical engineering from Pennsylvania State University in 1950.
Wilson worked as a civilian engineer assisting military operations in England during World War II. Wilson was an avid amateur radio operator and photographer. He trained students at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind in code for amateur radio licenses. He was a sailing, bicycle and hiking enthusiast, and enjoyed international travel, particularly in Europe, following his retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Amanda, to whom he had been married for 58 years; a daughter, Devon Smith Allen, and her husband, Paul Simeon Allen, of Gaithersburg, Md.; a son, Steven Wilson Smith, of Ocala, Fla.; a daughter, Shelley Amanda Smith, and her husband, George L. Geckle III, of Columbia, S.C., a daughter, Peggy Terry, and her husband, Rob Terry, of Cascade, Idaho; a daughter, Cathy Smith, of La Quinta, Calif.; and grandchildren.
He was predeceased by a son, Jeffrey Smith.
A private ceremony will be held later.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or to the Nature Conservancy, 222 S. Westmonte Drive, Suite 300, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/26/2010)
Karen Patrick Smither, 56, of St. Augustine, Fla., passed away on Feb. 17, 2011. Karen was born in Jacksonville, Fla., on May 29, 1954, to Joseph and Mary Patrick. She was a much beloved teacher at St. Augustine High School and had also taught at Nease and Bartram Trail high schools during her lifelong teaching career.
Surviving family members include her father and step-mother, Joseph and Kay Patrick; brother, Michael (Julie); sister, Jennifer Diley (Stanley); grandsons, Liam and Hunter; and nephew, Zachary. She is predeceased by her daughter, Amanda Rodriguez, and mother, Mary.
Family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 22, in the Chapel of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, with the memorial service to follow at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Jesse Alexander officiating.
Memorials may be made to your local Humane Society or shelters, preferably no-kill facilities.
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, February 21, 2011)
Janice K. Smithmyer, 73, passed away Aug. 7, 2011, at Flagler Hospital. A loving and kind mother and grandmother, her family will forever keep her memory alive within their hearts. Janice enjoyed spending time working in her garden and especially the time she shared with her family. She was a life-long member of the Methodist faith.
Her memory will be cherished by her daughter, Cheryl (John) Albertson; sister, Joyce (Harry) Lewis; brother, Robert (Syd) Maull; and her precious granddaughter, Maddie Albertson.
There will be a funeral service at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Craig Funeral Home.
Burial will be in Rehoboth Beach, Del.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 8, 2011 )
Charles Wesley "Wes" Smoyer passed away suddenly on Aug. 1, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
He is survived by the love of his life, Holly Thompson-Smoyer, and his two stepchildren, Fletcher and Connor. He is also survived by his devoted brother, Steve Smoyer; three nieces, Terri (Chris), Beth and Lee Ann; and his nephew, Steven.
Wes was an avid guitar player and had been a member of First United Methodist ChurchÕs contemporary band in the past. He helped countless homeless people and recovering alcoholics throughout his years of service in social work.
There will be a memorial service at First United Methodist Church on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Johns County Homeless Coalition, 62 Chapin St., St. Augustine, FL 32084, or to St. Francis House, 70 Washington St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 or to First United Methodist Church, 118 King St., St. Augustine, Fl 32084 are appreciated.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, 08/04/09)
Mr. George Frederick "Fred" Snell, 78, died at home in St. Augustine, Fla., on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011, after a long battle with Parkinson"s and Shy-Drager Syndrome.
Fred went home to be with his heavenly Father with his family by his side.
Born Dec. 19, 1933, in Daytona Beach, Fla., Fred grew up on the beaches of Daytona with his older brother, Walter "Skip" Snell, before attending the University of Florida in Gainesville. Fred joined the ROTC, and, in 1954, he graduated with a bachelor"s degree from the UF School of Forestry. On March 27, 1955, he married Betty Ann Corbett of Fernandina Beach, Fla.
Shortly thereafter, the couple began their married life in Mannheim, Germany, where Fred, a lieutenant in the U.S. Army, was stationed for close to three years. Upon his return to the States, he served as a National Guard Reservist before being honorably discharged as a captain in 1968.
After serving his country, Fred worked as a forester for Container Corp. for 38 years before retiring in May 1995.
He was actively involved in his church, Community Bible Church, where he taught Sunday school, sang in the choir and served as a deacon, as well as chairman of the Missions Committee. A man of deep faith who was committed to sharing God"s word, Fred devoted many years to working with Gideon"s International.
An avid outdoorsman, Fred was a founding member of the Tank Lake Hunt Club in Bunnell, as well as other hunting clubs in the region.
Fred"s life was characterized by generosity, integrity and an unwavering commitment to family, friends and his faith in Jesus, his Savior. No stranger ever passed through the doors of "Miss Ann"s" and "Mr. Fred"s" home, and no one ever left without feeling part of the family.
The support of Community Hospice and wonderful caregivers allowed the family to fulfill Fred"s wish of spending his final days on earth at home. He died peacefully with the glorious river view out his window.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 56 years, Ann Corbett Snell; his daughters, Nancy Snell and Jennie Snell; his son, Tracy Snell (Lynette); and two grandchildren, Molly and TJ, all of St. Augustine. Fred is also survived by his brother, Walter "Skip" Snell (Audrey) of Daytona Beach, Fla., as well as nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Alma Snell.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Community Bible Church, 3150 U.S. Highway 1 South, St. Augustine. Private interment services at Jacksonville National Cemetery will be held at a later date.
A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. Flowers are gratefully accepted, or donations in Fred"s memory may be made to Gideon"s International at the service or may be mailed to Gideon"s International, P.O. Box 2205, St. Augustine, FL 32085.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 26, 2011 )
Glenn N. Snider, age 80, of St. Augustine, died on Jan. 11 at the McGraw Center for Caring Hospice in Jacksonville. He was born in Monongah, W.Va., and had been a resident of St. Augustine since 1987, moving here from Lanham, Md. Glenn served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and worked for many years as a paint supervisor for the General Services Administration at the Pentagon and other government facilities.
He is survived by a daughter, Kathryn Purcel of Bowie, Md.; a sister, Pauline Pearce of Orange Park; and five grandchildren.
Private services and interment will be held at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/18/09)
Jennifer Snopek, 69, of the Coquina Crossing community in St. Augustine, died on Feb. 21, 2009, at Flagler Hospital. She was born in Great Britain and had resided in the St. Augustine area since 2007, moving here from Miami Beach. Jennifer worked for many years as a make-up artist for motion pictures and on Broadway and later as a freelance audio technician for the major television networks in New York. She was an avid sailor and enjoyed traveling and sailing with her husband, Mirek.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Carson Whitehead officiating. Contributions in lieu of flowers can be made to Council on Aging, 180 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
She is survived by her husband, Mirek Snopek, of St. Augustine; a son, Thomas Snopek, of Wiesbaden, Germany; a daughter, Clair Berenbroik, of Freehold, N.J.; grandsons, Nicholas Berenbroik and Finnley Snowpek; and seven brothers and sisters.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/22/09)
James Michael "Jimbo" Snow died on Sept. 9, 2010, in Crescent Beach, Fla., at the age of 45. He is sorely missed by some. He was born the youngest of nine children of Priscilla Barre and William Snow in Boston, Mass., on Oct. 12, 1964.
Circumstances led to his being orphaned at 18 months of age. He came to Crescent Beach at age 15 in search of his mother, whom he never found.
"Jimbo" called many sisters and brothers and some mother and father. We pray that he has found peace and is with us as we are waiting for Jesus to take us home.
There will be a memorial service held for those who knew him on Oct. 23, 2010 at noon at the Crescent Beach Pavilion (Beach Park), S.E. of "Pomar's" (now Paula's). Photographs appreciated.
He is survived by fiancée Donna Leigh Henderson, St. Augustine; and by one biological sister, Charlene Snow, of Boston, Mass.
(St Augustine Record, October 3, 2010)
Barry Alan Snyder, 55, of St. Augustine, received the ultimate healing on Oct. 3, 2010, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center in Jacksonville and entered into eternal life. Born and raised in Jackson, Mich., Barry had moved to St. Augustine 30 years ago. He worked at Hydro Aluminum for 28 of those years and was a longtime member of Shores United Methodist Church, where he served as an usher. He had also been previously active at St. Lukes Community Church and Christ Church of Peace, both in Jacksonville, and at the First Methodist Church in Bunnell.
He is survived by his domestic partner, Dr. Harvey Carr of St. Augustine; his parents, Robert and Janet Snyder of Holly Hill, Fla.; a brother, Craig Snyder and his wife, Cindy, of Charlotte, Mich.; nephews, Rob Snyder of Charlotte, Mich., and Eric Snyder of Grand Rapids, Mich.; and his best friend, Marsha Pellicer of St. Augustine.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at Shores United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dr. Tom Cullens, the Rev. Lee Weaver and the Rev. Marsha Brandt, officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to: Shores United Methodist Church, c/o the Barry Snyder Memorial Fund, for the purpose of renovating the entrance of the church and creating a new welcome center at Shores United Methodist. Please send or present your gifts to Shores United Methodist Church, 724 Shores Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32086.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, October 6, 2010)
Memorial services for Frank J. Snyder, 88, of St. Augustine, who died July 29, 2008 at his residence will be held 11 a.m., Sept. 9, 2008 at St. Augustine Memorial Park. Pastor David Beauchamp, officiating and Pastor Mike Whistler from Full Gospel Outreach Church, guest speaker.
Mr. Snyder had worked 35 plus years at ARMCO Steel Company in Butler, Pa. He and his wife, Dorothy (deceased 2006), moved to St. Augustine in 1982. Mr. Snyder attended Crescent Beach Baptist Church, enjoyed meeting new people, and was an avid fisherman.
He is survived by his daughters, Linda Perryman and Karen Wcislek; sister, Rose Snyder; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 09/6/08)
Marie L. Snyder, 88, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 3, 2009, at Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville.
She was born in Westmoreland Coounty, Pa., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1978, moving here from Virginia. Marie loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. She was a longtime member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and was involved in activities at the St. Augustine Shores Riverview Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas Snyder. She is survived by sons, John T. Snyder Jr. of Jacksonville, Frederick W. Snyder of Virginia, Stephen F. Snyder of Deltona, Mark T. Snyder of St. Augustine; a daughter, Carla Haller of St. Augustine; eight grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
A memorial Mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Rev. William C. Mooney officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to Community Hospice of N.E. Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 09/09/09)
Ronald "Ron" George Snyder, 79, of St. Augustine, Fla., died on Aug. 15, 2011 at Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Glen Burnie, Md. Ron was born in 1932 in Brooklyn, N.Y. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y. Ron worked in Human Resources for Westinghouse, Leesona Corp., the University of Rhode Island and American Tourister. In 1980, he started the New England Human Resource Group and retired in 2006. Ron was an evening instructor at URI and Bryant College.
He served in the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant in the Field Artillery. Ron volunteered his expertise in personnel at The Greenwood Community Church, Presbyterian, Warwick Community Action and Rhode Island Family Shelter. He was a member of the Outreach Committee at Memorial Presbyterian Church in St. Augustine. Ron enjoyed woodworking and sailing. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Carolyn Snyder, and sister, Patricia Freytag.
He was the devoted husband of 55 years of Carol Welch Snyder; devoted father of Lauren Cole and husband Robert, Melinda Balser and husband Jeffrey, and Douglas Snyder and companion Kay Harrison; beloved grandfather of Ashley Ritzmann and husband Ryan, Jocelyn, Brittany and Tyler Cole, James, Jillian and Madeline Balser; beloved great-grandfather of Gabriel Ritzmann.
Arrangements were handled by Singleton Funeral & Cremation Services, PA, in Glen Burnie, Md. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Aug. 19, 2011 at 1 p.m., at Memorial Presbyterian Church, 32 Sevilla Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Homeless Coalition, Memorial Presbyterian Church Outreach Ministry, 32 Sevilla Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. For more information, please visit www.singletonfuneralhome.com
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 17, 2011 )
Susan Snyder, 68, of St. Augustine, passed away on July 22, 2011 at the Bailey Family Center for Caring. Susan was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pa., graduating from Temple University with a bachelor"s and master"s degrees in education. She worked for many years as a kindergarten teacher in Abington, Pa., retiring in 2001. After retirement she moved to Cape May Courthouse, N.J., from where she later moved to St. Augustine.
She is survived by a son and his wife, Andrew and Jenny Rosenberg of Alexandria, Va.; a daughter and her husband, Laurie and Larry Cynkin of Chevy Chase, Md., and her three beloved granddaughters, Maya and Rachel Cynkin and Kate Rosenberg.
Private services will be held for family. Contributions in her memory may be made to The Hubbard House, 29 West Miller St., Orlando, FL 32806.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 28, 2011 )
Hazel K. Soellner of Palm Coast, a resident of Florida since moving from New Jersey in 1951. Mrs. Soellner was known as "Mom" to several hundred mentally challenged children and their parents during the 20 plus years she managed, owned and operated "The Exceptional Children" Home" in Homestead, Fla.
She was well known and admired for her good work in the community. Upon retiring she moved to Silver Springs, Ocala, Ormond Beach and, lastly, Palm Coast. Mrs. Soellner's favorite hobbies were growing orchids, playing Pinochle and knitting. She also served on numerous fund-raising committees for her church and various professional organizations including Silver Star.
Mrs. Soellner is survived by two daughters, Ruth Rochette and husband, Cliff of Palm Coast, Edna Ormsby of Ormond Beach; two sisters, Ruth Bauer of Laguna Hills, Calif., Grace Bauer of Thorofare, N.J.; five grandchildren, Terry Harmond of Duluth, Ga., Eric Ormsby of Ormond Beach, Diane Ormsby of Ormond Beach, Tim Ross of Blythewood, S.C., Leisha Hinnant of Blythewood, S.C.; 10 great-grandchildren, Brianna Datelle, Brooke Datelle, Bryce Datelle of Duluth, Ga., Liam Hinnant of Blythewood, of S.C., Patrick Ross, Anna Ross of Blyethewood, S.C., Mason Ormsby, Mallory Ormsby, Maili Ormsby, Ethan Ormsby of Ormond Beach. She was preceded in death by three husbands. Edmund B. Ross Sr., Ralph Pew, Valentine Soellner, and a son, Edmund B. Ross Jr.
For full service details and condolences go to: www.craigflaglerpalms.com, "On-Line Obituaries".
Arrangements are in the care and trust of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 10/01/08)
Janie Blanche Solana, 84, of St. Augustine Beach, died May 2, 2008, at San Marco Terrace. She was a native of Hattiesburg, Miss., and had lived in Florida since 1942.
Survivors: husband, Vince Solana of St. Augustine Beach; daughters, Sandra Walder of Mechanicsville, Va., Janie Durling of St. Augustine; Robin Hayter of Neptune Beach, Fla.; son, George Solana of St. Augustine; two sisters, a brother, five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 5/04/08)
Margie A. Solana, 72, St. Augustine, died July 27, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
She was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. She was a homemaker and retired from Publix Supermarkets. She was a member of the Cathedral Parish.
She was a very loving mother and grandmother.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home (385 SR 207) with Father Andy Blaszkowski officiating.
Interment will follow in San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with prayers being recited at 7 p.m.
She is survived by her children, Linda Clark, Gerald E. "Bubba" Solana Jr.(Sally), Charlene Gatchell (Ken), all of St. Augustine; two sisters, Regina "Dolly" Solana (Verl), St. Augustine, Marie Wilcox, Conneaut, Ohio; one brother, Gerald W. Wilson (Acina), St. Augustine; grandchildren, Craig and Jessica Clark, Jered Solana, Christina and Justin Gatchell; and 12 nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald E. Solana, and her parents, Woodrow and Catherine Pellicer Wilson.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/30/08)
Merlon "Lamar" Solano Jr., of Flagler Beach, went home to the Lord on Dec. 10, 2008, after a long and courageous battle with end-stage liver disease. Lamar was a proud native of St. Augustine, born Dec. 30, 1954. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends, cooking on the grill at family gatherings, playing with his nieces and nephews and spending time with his grandchildren.
As a certified general contractor, he worked in the masonry business for 30 years. He was a very caring and loving mate, son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and a friend to many people. Lamar deeply loved his family and enjoyed the many wonderful times they shared together. He had a natural, unique warmth that put people at ease and made them smile in good times or bad times.
He leaves to cherish his memory Lucille Severson, with whom he shared his love and life for 11 years; his loving mother, Rita Pellicer; father, Merlon (Karen) Solano; son, David (Gini) Solano; his stepchildren, Alycia (Sammy) Puckett, Wesley, Craig and James Severson; his grandchildren, Alexis and Amber Severson and Simone and Freeman Puckett; sisters, Cathy (David) Scott, Linda (Butch) Henderson, Cindy (Kevin) Carter and Marla (John) Mullis; brothers, Robin (Amanda) Solano and Michael (Tammy) Solano; nieces, Susie (Wayne) Ferrell, Cindy Jo (Joseph) Bachmore, Carrie Barro and Cory Carter; and nephews, Jason (Bonnie) Barnes, Johnny (Lisa) Goers, David Goers and Luke Carter.
He also leaves a host of other family members and friends.
A viewing will be held at Craig Funeral Home, St. Augustine, on Monday, Dec. 15, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and a Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 9 a.m. at Corpus Cristi Parrish Church with The Rev. William Mooney officiating. Internment will follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Flowers will be welcomed and can be sent for the viewing, or donations in Lamar's name can be made to the American Liver Foundation.
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. Revelation 21:4.
(St Augustine Record, 12/14/08)
Merlon Lamar "Dee" Solano Sr., 76, St. Augustine, went home to be with the Lord on Dec. 3, 2009, surrounded by his loving family.
Arrangements will be announced by St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/6/2009)
Mary Lecky Solomon. 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday. She was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on July 19, 1921. She had lived in Jacksonville since 1953 with her husband, Thomas W. Solomon. They ran Solomon Refrigeration until Thomas' death in 1987. Mary moved to St. Augustine in 1999 to live near her daughter, Patricia.
While in Jacksonville, Mary was very active with the arts as she enjoyed painting. She was active in the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Daughters of the Confederacy, the Society to Prevent Blindness, the American Cancer Society and many other civic associations.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Dr. Patricia S. Horn; her grandsons, Phillip W. Horn III and wife, Mary Horn, and Dr. Thomas W. Horn and wife, Starr Horn; and by her great-grandchildren, Linsley, Phillip, Skye and Logan.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas W. Solomon, and her son-in-law, Dr. Phillip W. Horn Jr.
Services will be held at Craig Funeral Home on Thursday, June 4, 2009, at noon, with the Rev. Betty Sikking officiating. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery in Jacksonville.
Craig Funeral Home-Crematory-Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/03/09)
Gary L. Sorenson, 67, passed away on Oct. 31, 2008.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy; three sons, John William, James Michael and Jarrott Jay Sorenson; two sisters; one brother; and several grandchildren
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 11/01/08)
Judith Ann "Judy" Sorrentino, 62, of Palm Coast, passed away suddenly while on vacation in Atlanta, Ga.
She was born on Jan. 15, 1948, in East Cleveland, Ohio. Judy grew up in Fort Lauderdale and had lived in St. Augustine for many years before moving to Palm Coast in 1991.
Judy was a devoted mother and homemaker, and worked as a travel agent at Rainbow Travel for many years. She was a member of the Cathedral Parish in St. Augustine. Upon moving to Palm Coast, she became a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Morrell, and her husband, Phillip; a son, Rob Sorrentino, and his wife, Sirena, all of Palm Coast; a sister, Mary Jo McDaniel, and her husband, Ron, of Coral Springs, Fla.; a brother, Bob Russell, and his wife, Terri, of Fort Lauderdale; and six grandchildren.
A funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Palm Coast. Interment will follow at Flagler Palms Memorial Gardens.
A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m on Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 State Road 207, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home in St. Augustine is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/24/2010)
Paul Edward Soucy, 91, of St. Augustine, died April 7, 2008, at Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Soucy was a native of Waterbury, Conn., born Jan. 28, 1917. He had resided in St. Augustine since 2005, moving here from Henderson, N.C. He worked for Anaconda Metal and Hose Company in Waterbury for 39 years, he served his country in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of World War II.
Services: A memorial service will be held at a later date in Waterbury.
Survivors: His children, Edward Soucy, Middlebury, Conn., Jerry Soucy, New Jersey, David Soucy, Florida, Jacquelyn Smith, St. Augustine, Paulette Kelly, Wolcott, Conn., Denise Carroll, Oakville, Conn; and 21 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Arline Fleming in 1961, and a son, George Soucy.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 4/11/08)
Godfrey L. Southard, Jr., 68, of Elkton, Fla., died December 9, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Southard was a native of Miami, FL., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1983, moving here from Hahira, GA.
Mr. Southard was a retired automotive salesman and he served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a member of the Valiant Air Command.
Services: A memorial gathering will be held from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home, 209 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Survivors: His wife, Sandra Southard, Elkton; daughters, Sheri Raper and Jenifer Davis, both of Adel, GA.; on son, Chris Southard, St. Augustine; and six grandchildren.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 12/12/07)
Rose Ann Southard, 80, of Anastasia Island, passed away peacefully in the home of her only daughter amidst many family members Saturday, April 12, 2008, after a lengthy but non-complicated illness.
Rose was born to Earl and Gertrude Parks in Reading, Pa., Oct. 23, 1927, and is survived by three children, six grandchildren and four step-children. A devout Catholic and member of Saint Anastasia Catholic Church, she attended parochial elementary and high school followed by St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing in Pennsylvania.
Rose married and survived three husbands spanning 60 years, Edward F. McDonald, Jr., William C. Miller and Francis T. Southard, all from Worcester, Mass. Surviving children from her first marriage are Jeffrey Parks McDonald, 58, of Jackson, Wy., Christine Beck, 56, of Elkton, FL. and Gregory Edward McDonald, 53, of Davidson, NC. Grandchildren are Lara Christal Roseanna Andringa, 24, Elkton, Ryan Edward McDonald, 23, of Jackson, Wy., Katherine Rose McDonald, 21, of Davidson, N.C., Kyle Jeffrey McDonald, 20, of Jackson, Wy., Kristen Marie McDonald, 17, of Davidson, N.C. and Sean Robert McDonald, 16, of Jackson, Wy. She is also survived by step-children from her second and third marriages; William Miller of Savanna, Ga., Robert Miller of New York, and Claudia Burgess and Cynthia McAuliffe of Saint Augustine, FL.
Rose loved the nursing profession and took great joy in providing care to those in her charge. She moved to Saint Augustine with her second husband in 1978, was an avid swimmer, a fantastic cook and an active member of the church.
A memorial service will be held at 9 a.m. Monday April 21, 2008 at Saint Anastasia Catholic Church. Following the services a reception will be held at 2365 Commodores Club Boulevard.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home, 209 S. Ponce De Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, FL. is serving the Southard family.
(St. Augustine Record, 04/20/08)
Joseph Michael Spada, 85, a resident of St. Augustine, Fla., past away Jan. 6, 2011, at Flagler Hospital.
He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., July 23, 1925. Joseph will be deeply missed by his three daughters and spouses: Karen and Julian Berkani of Daytona Beach, Fla., Jo-Ann and Scott Bowman of Lakeland, Fla., Tara and Brian Imler of Green Cove Springs, Fla.; and his three siblings, Ponnie Harre of Saint Augustine, Fla., Mickey LaGrego of Mesa, Ariz., and Artie Spada of Clifton Park, N.Y.; his five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Carmella and Joseph Spada; his wife, Jessie Spada; and his two sisters, Mimi Perret and Pauline Krug.
Joseph was a POW World War II Army veteran and a long standing member of the VFW. After serving in the Army, he was a stationary fireman for the New York Sanitation Department, and worked in his earlier years as an upholsterer. Joseph would seldom pass up a good game of pinochle or rummy cube, a quick stop by a garage sale, or a chance to place a bet at his favorite dog track in Orange Park. He loved to sing his favorite Italian songs to anyone who would listen and many did.
Joseph was so loved by his family but equally as loved by so many friends. He never met a stranger he didn"t consider his friend. His spirit for life touched so many and every day to him was a celebration. Joseph"s inspiration came from Frank Sinatra"s song, "My Way" and he lived his life "his way."
His family and friends will have a private celebration of his amazing life because he was an amazing man, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 12, 2011)
John E. "Jack" Spanier, 71, of the Flagler Estates Community in Hastings, passed away on July 18, at the Bailey Family Center for Caring in St. Augustine, surrounded by his family. He lived most of his life in Philadelphia, Pa., and retired to St. Augustine in 1999.
Jack served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and worked as a supervisor in the manufacturing industry for many years. He was a member of St. William Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus in Philadelphia.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Spanier of Hastings; sons, Bob Schute and his wife Glenda of Crestview, Fla., and Jack Downing of Delaware; and a brother, James Spanier of Philadelphia. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Schute.
Private services will be held.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home in is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 21, 2011 )
Edward Paul Sparapani 1915-2010
Edward Sparapani was born in Millville, N.J., on Nov. 29, 1915, and died on Jan. 30, 2010, at the Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bay View in St. Augustine. Ed was the son of the late Mario and Mary (Bruno) Sparapani, he grew up in the Morris Cove section of New Haven, Conn.
In his youth Ed was an avid athlete, running track and pole-vaulting. At an early age he became interested in taking and developing pictures, and his love and talent for photography was lifelong. During World War II, Ed served proudly as a first lieutenant in the Army Corps of Engineers and the Signal Corps, stationed in India, Africa and China.
After the war, Ed returned to civilian life and worked in the laboratory at Yale University and for the Atomic Energy Commission. He built his own house and moved to Rocky Hill, Conn., in the early 1950s. He also opened his own business, Central Auto Supply in downtown Hartford. He married Evelyn McLaughlin in 1956, and is the father of three children, Leora Dowling, of Vergennes, Vt.; Sondra Sparapani of Elkton, Fla.; and Philip Sparapani, also of Vermont.
Ed was a dedicated volunteer, joining the Lions Club in 1961 and remaining active in the organization until his death. He was especially involved in the Lions hearing and vision programs, and served on numerous local and state committees in both Connecticut and Florida. Ed had many interests beside Lionism and photography. He and his wife, who pre-deceased him in 1999, traveled extensively. Ed was also a ham radio operator, a talented carpenter, an amateur magician, a private pilot and an accomplished Italian chef. He played the guitar and was a lifelong learner. He and his wife moved to St. Augustine permanently in 1993.
In his final years, Ed was an inspiration to all. Despite losing two legs to diabetes, he remained active in both the Lions Club and in life. An optimist and fighter, Ed learned to walk using prosthetics at age 88 and remained proudly independent. He could frequently be seen around town dining with friends and family at local eateries. He also established the "Global Chat" at The Pavilion at Bay View, the place he called home, where he led weekly discussions on current events, American history and other topics.
Ed was predeceased by his wife and two sisters, Adele Rapani and Irma Ruggerio.
Besides his children, he is survived by his son-in-law, Glen Dowling, his brother, Leo and his wife Pat, of Jupiter, Fla.; brother, Reny and his wife Janet, of East Haven, Conn.; and his sister, Jean Grimshaw and her husband Bob, also of East Haven, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Ed was the ultimate people person and he also leaves many loyal friends including Sarah Schaeffer and Tom Gagne of St. Augustine; his fellow Lions in St. Augustine and Rocky Hill; the residents and staff of The Pavilion at Bay View; and the many kind doctors, nurses and others who looked after him, most recently at Flagler Hospital and the Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bay View.
These friends and caregivers were his second family and Ed often spoke of his full and happy life in St. Augustine. Ed Sparapani leaves a lasting legacy of hope, warmth, curiosity, generosity, courage and public service to all. He will be missed.
A Memorial Service for Ed will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, at Craig Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to the St. Augustine Lions Club, P.O. Box 860240, St. Augustine, FL, 32086 or the St. John's Welfare Federation c/o Caring Hands, Caring Community, PO Box 1379, St. Augustine, FL, 32085.
Craig Funeral Home-Crematory-Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/2/2010 & 2/3/2010)
Trina Lynn Rash Sparks, 36, of Palatka, Fla., passed away on Monday, March 28, 2011, at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center in Palatka.
Trina was born on Monday, Feb. 17, 1975, in Jacksonville, Fla., to Ronnie Frank Rash and Susan L. Johnson. She is preceded in death by two sons, Nathan Higginbotham and Ethan Worsham. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family by signing Trina"s guest book online at www.WattsFuneralHomes.com.
Trina leaves to cherish her memory her loving children, Maegen Sparks of Green Cove Springs, Lanny, Deal and Tangaray Higginbotham and their father, Lanny, all of St. Augustine; mother and father, Susan Hull and Ronnie Rash of Palatka; grandmother, Lois W. Johnson of Satsuma; sister, Stacey Lynn Rash of Gainesville; and companion, Chad Worsham of St. Augustine.
A tribute to memories service will be 3 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2011, at Watts Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Trina"s name to Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center, 6400 St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32177. Tributes of Memories have been entrusted to the care of Watts Funeral Home and Cremation Center Inc., San Mateo, Fla.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 30, 2011)
Erma Sparrow, 58, of St. Augustine, died May 8, 2008, at Ponce De Leon Care Center. Mrs. Sparrow was a native of Elizabeth City, N.C. and had resided in St. Augustine as a homemaker for the past 20 years. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry.
Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry. Officiating: The Rev. Ronald Stafford. Calling hours: 5-8 p.m. today at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at the church. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Her son, Johnny Osborne, St. Augustine; sisters, Vanessa Osborne, Virgina, Hazel Osborne, Pocahantas Osborne, both of Elizabeth City, N.C.; brothers, Theodore, Burrell, Anthony, all of Elizabeth City, N.C., Calvin, Lakeland and Cleveland Osborne, Virginia.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 05/16/08)
Ernest L. Sparrow, 53, St. Augustine, entered into eternal rest on April 3, 2009, at Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
He is survived by two daughters, Angelia Q. Sparrow and Erica N. Calloway, both of Daytona, Fla.; parents, Fred Sr. and Ella Mae Sparrow; brothers, Fred Jr., John Henry and Cary Sparrow, all of St. Augustine; a sister, Wilda Starlette Curley, St. Augustine; nine granchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2009, at E.A. Kelley Sr. Memorial COGIC, with Elder Don Kelley, pastor, and burial following in Woodlawn Cemetery. Calling hours are from 5 to 9 p.m. at Chase chapel on Friday and one hour prior to service time on Saturday.
Leo C. Chase & Son are in charge of the services.
(St Augustine Record, 04/09/09)
Fred Sparrow, 77, of St. Augustine, Fla., died from injuries sustained from an automobile accident on July 24, 2009. He was born March 15, 1932 to the late Ned and Willie Mae Sparrow in Blakely, Ga., where he attended the local schools. He worked various jobs in construction, truck driving and lawn services. He was a member of Greater Faith Christian Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Federal Point, Fla.
He leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Fred Sparrow II, John Henry Sparrow, and Cary Sparrow, all of St. Augustine; one daughter, Starlette Curley, St. Augustine; 27 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Baptist Church, St. Augustine, with Pastor Sidney Hardy and Pastor Major Highmon, officiating. Viewing will be Friday from 6 to 6:30 p.m. at the church, with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, St. Augustine.
Coleman's Mortuary of Hastings in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/31/09)
Deaconess Mary Felton Sparrow, 80, entered into eternal rest on April 9, 2011, at the Bailey Center for Caring. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Electa Chapter No. 4 OES, and former Sunday school teacher.
Services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday April 16, 2011, at First Baptist Church, the Rev. Michael McConnell, pastor.
Calling hours will be 5:30-7 p.m. Friday at the church and on Saturday from noon until the service hour. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was preceded in death by two children Nathan and Anna and husband L.C. Sparrow.
Survivors include sons, Douglas Felton, Jacksonville, Fla., and Reginal Sparrow, Orlando, Fla.; daughters, Evangelist Linda McGlocking, Teresa Baker, and Mary Hope, all of St. Augustine; sister, Natha Sparrow, St. Augustine; brother, Lewis Felton, Aikinson, N.C.; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and friends.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home are entrusted with services.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on April 14, 2011)
David Paul Spellman, 41, Blackshear, Ga., died Wednesday morning at the Satilla Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. He was a native of St. Augustine and lived most of his life here before moving to Pierce County in 1999.
Mr. Spellman was a carpenter, an avid outdoorsman and a family man.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in Blackshear.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Spellman of Blackshear; two daughters, Tiffany Rhoden of St. Augustine and Danielle Spellman of Blackshear; two sons, David Spellman II and his wife, Sarah, of St. Augustine, and Johnny Spellman of Blackshear; two grandsons, Donnie Meechum and Brandon Spellman, both of St. Augustine; his father, Francis Spellman, and his wife, Clara, of Blackshear; his mother, Connie McDaniel, and her husband, Ronnie, of St. Augustine; a grandmother, Bernice Eison of St. Augustine; a sister, Mary Kay Spellman of Titusville, Fla.; two stepsisters, Vanessa Poirier and her husband, Buddy, and Annette Smith and her husband, Chuck, all of St. Augustine; a stepbrother, Scott Hartley, and his wife, Lorinda, of St. Augustine; father-in-law Malcolm Solana and his wife, Soni, of St. Augustine; mother-in-law Sondra Camp and her husband, Dan, of Ashdown, Ark.; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church in Blackshear. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. at Smith Funeral Home in Blackshear. Burial will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithfuneralhome.us.
Smith Funeral Home in Blackshear is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/20/2009)
Edward J. "Ed" Spencer Jr., 84, of the Coquina Crossing Community in Elkton, died on April 19, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
He was born in Eaton County, Mich., and grew up in Lansing. He was a longtime resident of Tampa, Fla., and had resided in Coquina Crossing since 2000. Mr. Spencer served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He was an avid sports fan of Michigan State University and Florida State University and enjoyed golf and fishing. Mr. Spencer loved family trips to Myrtle Beach and Traverse City, Mich. He treasured time with his family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Upon moving to St. Augustine, he stayed active serving Meals On Wheels to Coquina Crossing, and volunteering at the Council on Aging and the Flagler Hospital Auxiliary. He was a member of Shores Methodist Church and formerly a member of the Bel-Mar Presbyterian Church in Tampa, where he sang in the choir. He will be remembered by many for his smiling, kind face and his warm hugs.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Community Center at Coquina Crossing, with the Rev. Tom Cullens officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to Shores Methodist Church, 724 Shores Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32086.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia "Pat" Spencer of Elkton; daughters, Sherrie Anderson and her husband, Dick, of Portage, Mich., Jill Madden and her husband, Bill, of Jacksonville; grandchildren, Melanie Gildea and husband, Pete, of Vicksburg, Mich., Pam Beach and husband, Brian, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Scott Anderson and wife, Gina, of Paw Paw, Mich.; great-grandchildren, Savannah and Andrew Gildea, Ethan McCoy, and Brooks and Layne Beach; a special family friend, Joyce Almas of Jacksonville; and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 04/22/09)
Eleanor "Lee" Spencer, 87, of St. Augustine, went home to our Lord on Jan. 31, 2010, at Glenmoor Health Center in St. Augustine.
She had been a resident at Glenmoor Retirement Resort at World Golf Village since 2003.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard "Dick" Spencer.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/7/2010)
Richard H. "Dick" Spencer, 85, of St. Augustine, died on Feb. 26 at Flagler Hospital.
He was born in Canada and was a longtime resident of Pawtucket, R.I. He had resided at Glenmoor at World Golf Village since 2003, moving here from St. Simons Island, Ga. Mr. Spencer was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy. After the war, he returned home to work in his family's textile business, Westbrook Spinning, which he later owned and operated until his retirement. He was a member of the Baptist faith and was an avid golfer.
Private services will be held.
He is survived by his wife, Eleanor "Lee" Spencer, of St. Augustine; a daughter, Donna Lee Crepeau, of Morris, Conn.; a son, Richard H. "Rick" Spencer, of Falmouth, Maine; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/01/09)
Dr. William Spencer, of St. Augustine, died Friday, July 3, at Flagler Hospital after a brief illness. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m. at Memorial Presbyterian Church in St. Augustine.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Elizabeth Bouvier Spencer, a son, two daughters, a stepson, four grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, a sister, a brother, two brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.
A native of Erie, Pa., Dr. Spencer earned degrees at Phillips Exeter Academy, Princeton University and Duke University, culminating in a Ph.D. from American University in international relations and Middle East studies.
He left Princeton in 1943 to enlist in the U.S. Army, serving as a cryptanalyst in India with the Signal Intelligence Service during World War II.
After completing his undergraduate and master's degrees, he spent the next 18 years of his career in international service - as a case officer with the CIA; as a teacher of English in Ankara, Turkey; as assistant editor
of The Middle East Journal; as a program manager for the U.S. Office of Education; as director of educational publications for UNESCO in Paris; and as field expert in Morocco, where he set up the African Centre for the
Administration of Development.
Dr. Spencer was appointed full, tenured Professor of History at Florida State University in 1968, where he served until retirement in 1980. In retirement he continued to teach in various colleges and universities,
including the University of Florida and, most recently, Flagler College, where he was preparing for the upcoming academic year at the time of his death.
He was the author of 15 published works about the Middle East, Northern Africa and Germany. Global Studies: The Middle East was his most popular work, published in its 12th edition by McGraw-Hill in 2008.
During the Carter presidential administration, he was nominated for an ambassador post in the Middle East. His academic honors include memberships in Phi Kappa Phi and Phi Alpha Theta. Other honors include selection as
Young Man of the Year by the Junior Chamber of Commerce and a presidential
citation as Volunteer of the Year.
In St. Augustine, Dr. Spencer was a faithful member of Memorial Presbyterian Church, where he was a deacon, and volunteered for numerous community organizations.
Memorial gifts may be made to Outreach Ministries, Memorial Presbyterian Church, 32 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, FL 32084, or to Scholarship Fund, Flagler College, 74 King St., St. Augustine, FL 32084.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/05/09)
Robert Spicer, 73, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Dec. 30, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. He was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. He served 13 years in the Florida Army National Guard. He had worked for Spicer Signs, Piper Aircraft, Crawford and Company and State Farm.
He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Bennett (Tommy); and grandchildren, Ryan Bennett and Stephanie Bennett; sister, Virginia Griggs; nieces, Margaret Griggs, Laurie Williams, Julia Havey, Marsha Studdard and Cassandra Nettles; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland F. Spicer and Rosa M. Spicer.
Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at San Lorenzo Cemetery, Pastor John Ringo officiating.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record on January 7, 2011)
John H. Spikes, 71, of Markle, Ind., passed away Feb. 11, 2010, at Bluffton Regional Medical Center. He served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the Florida State National Guard 124th.
He is survived by his love, Catherine; daughter, Debra; grandson, Anthony; and one great-grandson.
Myers Funeral Home, Markle, Ind., is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/14/2010)
Josephine "Gina" Versaggi Spiller, 92, of St. Augustine, died Aug. 2, 2008, at Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bay View.
She was born in Fernandina Beach, Fla., in 1915 and moved to St. Augustine at age 9. She attended St. Joseph Academy. She was very active in the Roman Catholic Church and the community.
She was a charter member and president of both the St. Augustine Pilot Club and the Camellia Garden Club. She was one of two women to serve on the board of directors of the local YMCA. She served seven years as a leader of the Blue Birds and Pi Oki CampFire Girls and was a den mother for the Cub Scouts.
She was a former member of the Women's Exchange. She was past president of the Ponce de Leon Women's Golf Association, past president and member of St. Joseph Academy Alumni Association, and was responsible for reorganizing the annual Alumni Sunday event. She was a member of the St. Patrick Altar Guild and volunteered in the office of the Cathedral-Basilica for eight years.
She was responsible for the Sicilian custom of cooking "The Minestra di San Giuseppe" (Soup of St. Joseph) at the St. Francis House and Soup Kitchen and continued to chair the event for six years in honor of her mother and other Sicilian families who immigrated to this area. She volunteered at Flagler Hospital for 18 years.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cathedral-Basilica, the Rev. Mike Williams officiating. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. with prayers being said at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to their favorite charity.
She was the wife of the late Albert W. Spiller.
She is survived by daughter Grace Anna Paaso, St. Augustine; son and daughter-in-law John A. and Barbara S. Spiller, Elkton; granddaughter Elaine Marie Spiller; and brother, Dominic Versaggi, Patterson, La.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 08/05/08)
Helen Frances Spindler, 93, of St. Augustine, died Nov. 28, 2008 at Earl B. Hadlow Center, Jacksonville. She was born in Perth Amboy, N.J. and had moved to St. Augustine from Ft. Pierce in 2001. She attended St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. D. Terrence Morgan officiating. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery. Visitation will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday until time of services on Tuesday.
She was the wife of the late Alfred Spindler.
She is survived by daughters Helen Sullivan, St Augustine, and Victoria Bernat, South Amboy, N.J.; and two grandchildren.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 11/29/08)
Charles Clifton Spires, Jr., was 64 years old and was a resident of St. Augustine, Fla., for the last 25 years.
He is survived by his wife, Joni Abate Spires and his six children, Jill Allison Salgado and her husband, Tomas Salgado, Charles Clifton Spires III, John Edwin Spires and his wife, Jodie Spires, Anne-Rachel Majure and her husband, Timothy David Majure, Susan Patricia Spires and Charles Andrew Spires, along with 10 grandchildren, Tomas, Jr., Isabella, Sebastian, Cody John, Jourdan McKenzie, Noah Jacob, Jennifer Marie, and Emily Lauren, and is survived by grandchildren Jake Autry Majure and Allison Patricia Majure.
Charles established the Luhrs Company in St. Augustine in the late '80s after working for Hunter Marine of Alachua in 1971. Charles launched the beginning of a friendship that lasted a lifetime with Mr. Luhrs and that friendship continued for the balance of his life. Charles' additional great love other than his children, was his love for his heavenly Father, Jehovah God, and his promises that he will one day, very shortly, cure mankind of sicknesses such as cancer, and bring about the original conditions that God intended man to live under, that being perfect and peaceful conditions on a paradise earth when God cleanses the earth of all wickedness, in a short time to come.
His great care for people helped Charles to share this promise with those he came into contact with, including colleagues. Many friends and other associates appreciated the promises and guarantees from God's word the Bible that he shared with them. Charles held very dear to the fact that one day soon Jesus will call those that have fallen asleep in death back to earth under an earthly resurrection, when there will be no more sickness, sorrow, tears, or death. Those beautiful promises from Gods word the Bible can be seen at John 5:28, 29 and Revelation 21:3, 4.
The Funeral Service will be on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 735 Kings Estate Road, St. Augustine, at 6 p.m. Please, no flowers. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Watchtower, Bible, and Tract Society, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11201-2483 for the World Wide Preaching Work.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/17/09) Updated 01/18/09
Rene S. Spraguer, 63, St. Augustine, died Jan. 18, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
Formerly of Saddle Brook, N.J., she is survived by her parents, Richard and Florence Spraguer.
A graduate of Fairleigh Dickenson University, Madison, N.J., she was retired from Hydro Aluminum, St. Augustine.
(St Augustine Record, 01/22/09)
Judy Ann Springfield, 63, of St. Augustine, died March 30, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville. Mrs. Springfield was a native of Kansas City, Mo., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1989. She was a retired public school teacher for Nease High School, Murray Middle School, Fruit Cove Middle School, Bartram Trail High School, and a member of the Americorps Volunteer at Hartley Elementary School. She was of the Baptist faith.
A celebration of her life will be held from 3-5 p.m. Sunday at her home.
Mrs. Springfield is survived by her husband, James Thomas Springfield; step-son, Jacob Springfield, New Orleans, La.; sister, Kay Schnoebelen, Lake of the Ozarks, Mo.; mother-in-law, Molly Springfield.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Camp Crystal Lake, 6724 Camp Crystal, Starke, FL 32091 or Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257, (800) 274-6614.
Funeral arrangements by Craig Funeral Home, Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/4/08)
Molly Respess Springfield, 89, died Wednesday, April 9, 2009, in Gainesville. Molly was born in Atlanta on May 2, 1918, and received her education in Atlanta public schools and her degree in philosophy from Wesleyan College in Macon, Ga. She moved to Gainesville with her husband, the late Rev. Thaxton Springfield, in 1947 and was active in and devoted to the Gainesville community her entire adult life.
Molly was a founding member of the University United Methodist Church. Her love for the students and strong support of the vision and guiding principles of the Wesley Foundation motivated he life long activity as a leader and supporter of the Foundation and the Church.
During the 60 years that Molly lived in Gainesville, she was a consistent and dedicated volunteer to many causes she felt strongly toward. She was a "Pink Lady" at Alachua General Hospital for many years, a member and past president of the Altrusa Club, a member and past president of the League of Women Voters and a member and past president of the University Women's Club. Her five sons attended Gainesville public schools and P.K. Yonge from 1947 until 1972, a total of 25 years. During those years she was active in the Parent Teachers Association (PTA), serving as president on more than one occasion.
As an elementary school teacher, she was ahead of the times as an ardent believer in early childhood education. She volunteered and later became the director of Alachua County Coordinated Child Care and advocated successfully, locally and statewide, for a strong and equal early childhood education for all of Alachua County's children.
She balanced her community life with family and self. She was an avid bridge player, playing bridge in a variety of clubs throughout her 60 years in Gainesville. Rarely without a book at her side, she participated in her Wednesday night study group her entire adult life in Gainesville. She loved nothing better than a week at the beach or, as an ardent Gator fan, going to the O'Connell Center to watch Gator basketball. This balanced life sustained a solid foundation of optimism and cheerfulness that was often a source of comfort and guidance to those who depended on her and those who knew her.
Molly raised and is survived by five sons, Thaxton and his wife, Katherine, of Belleair, Fla., Dempsey and his wife, Deanna, of Boston, Mass., Whit and his wife, Lyla, of Tallahassee, Jim and his wife, Judy (deceased), of St. Augustine, and Emory and his wife, Jennifer, of Gainesville. She dearly loved and took great pride in her four grandchildren, Jake, Molly, Blaise, and Frazier.
Friends are invited to a memorial service at the First United Methodist Church on Monday, April 21, 2008, at 11 a.m., with a reception to follow.
Memorials may be made to the Wesley Foundation, P.O. Box 13434, Gainesville, FL 32604.
Arrangements are under the care of Williams-Thomas Downtown Funeral Home, 404 N. Main St., Gainesville, Fla. (352) 376-7556.
(St. Augustine Record, 04/15/08)
Alexander Sribryanets, 53, passed away at his residence on March 5, 2009.
A native of Kiev, Ukraine, he was educated as a chemical engineer before moving to the United States in 2005. It took him a very long time to get to the free world, and he always lived to his beliefs, yet being remembered as a loving husband, cherished father and devoted friend.
He was a minister at the Hare Krishna Temple and also a musician.
He is survived by his wife, Nataliya; daughter, Lyubov Franklin, both of St. Augustine; son, Sergey Myasnikov of Kiev, Ukraine; and a granddaughter, Chloe Fay Franklin.
A gathering of friends and relatives will be held from 4 to 6 tonight at Whispering Pines Community Center, 1200 Whispering Pines Circle, St. Augustine.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the education fund for Lyubov Franklin, 250 Whispering Woods Lane, Unit 12, St. Augustine, FL 32084.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 03/10/09)
James C. Stafford, 87, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 27, 2008, at his home. Mr. Stafford was a native of Ausable Forks, N.Y., moved to Cornwall, Ontario, Canada, in 1923 where he later served in the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1942-1946. Mr. Stafford moved to Potsdam, N.Y., in 1947 and began employment with the Marine Midland Bank, now called HSBC, retiring as assistant vice president in 1981. He was a member of Racket River Lodge No. 213 F&AM, serving as treasurer for 23 years and was a former member of the Riverview Club. He was a member of Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Services: A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at Memorial Presbyterian Church. Officiating: The Rev. Dudley Weaver, pastor.
Survivors: His wife, Louise B. Stafford, St. Augustine; children, James R. Stafford, Laconia, N.H., Ann Marie Fogel, San Antonio, Texas, Barbara Elizabeth Tischler, Potsdam; step-children, Joyce Paciolla, Las Vegas, Nev., Linda Billings, Reading, Mass., Ellen Maher, Cumberland, Maine; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 1/30/08)
Nathaniel Maurice Stafford, 60, of St. Augustine, died April 2, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mr. Stafford was born Aug. 14, 1947. He attended St. Johns County Public Schools, graduating in 1965 from R.J. Murray High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a carpenter by trade. He was a member of New Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, serving on the Senior Usher board.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, with The Rev. Ronald L. Stafford, pastor, officiating. Visiting hours are from 6-9 p.m. today at the Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Florida National Cemetery, in Bushnell, Fla.
Survivors include his children, Montrae Williams (Earl), San Antonio, Texas; Brandy Stafford, St. Augustine, Fla., Sonia Stafford, West Palm Beach, Fla., Katrina Elmore (Marcus), Dana Jones, St. Augustine, Michael Mitchell (LaTosha), Jacksonville, Fla., Rodney Jones, St. Augustine, Anthony Trotman, Columbus, Ohio; 15 grandchildren; twin sister, Evelyn C. Stafford; brother, The Rev. Ronald Stafford (Sheila), St. Augustine.
He was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis M. Stafford, son, Aaron Stafford, and parents, The Rev. Nathaniel and Camellus Michael Stafford.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/4/08)
Phyllis Marie Stafford, 55, of St. Augustine, died March 10, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Mrs. Stafford was a native of Williston, and had resided in St. Augustine since early childhood. Mrs. Stafford was an employee of Lead the Way Day Care Center and a member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, serving on the Stewardess Board. She was a graduate of St. Augustine High School.
Services: Were held 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul AME Church. Officiating: The Rev. Ron Rawls, pastor. Calling hours were from 5-9 p.m. Friday at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. Saturday until the hour of service at the church. Burial: Was at Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Her husband, Nathaniel Maurice Stafford, St. Augustine; daughters, Katrina Elmore, Dana Jones, Brandy Stafford; sons, Michael Mitchell and Rodney Jones; brother, Michael Jefferson; 12 grandchildren; and other relatives and friends, all of St. Augustine.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/18/08)
Gertrude V. (Dempsey) Stahley, 85, of Methuen, Mass., died peacefully Thursday Aug. 12, 2010, at the Courville Community in Manchester, N.H., just four days away from her 86th birthday, surrounded by her family.
Born on Aug. 16, 1924, in Methuen, Gertrude was the daughter of the late William and Gertrude (Morgan) Dempsey. She was a graduate of Stoneham High School and received her bachelor's and master's degrees from Emerson College in Boston.
For several years, Gertrude was a teacher at the Tarbox School in Lawrence. She was a very religious person and a woman of great faith. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and was an avid reader.
She is survived and will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 58 years, Charles J. Stahley Jr.; her eight children, Charles Stahley and his wife Helene of Atkinson, N.H., Barbara A. Fagan and her husband William of Albany, N.Y., Jane Capazzo and her husband Joseph of Hudson, N.H., Peter Stahley and his wife Diane of San Antonio, Texas, Mark Stahley and his wife Joanne of Exeter, N.H., Mary Beth Testagrossa and her husband Dennis of Hudson, N.H., Virginia Arenella and her husband Michael of Hudson, N.H., and Melanie Holloway and her husband Jerry of Derry. She is also survived by her sisters, Claire Grady and Barbara Dempsey as well as 13 grandchildren.
Relatives and friends may pay their respects on Gertrude's birthday, Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St., Methuen. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock in St. Monica's Church of Methuen. A private burial will take place at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the New Horizons Soup Kitchen/Shelter, PO Box 691, Manchester, NH 03105. For more information please visit www.pollardfuneralhome.com.
(St Augustine Record, 8/15/2010)
Edgar "Ed" Ralph Stakely, 72, of St. Augustine, died May 17, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital in Jacksonville. Mr. Stakely was a native of New Haven, Conn., and had resided in St. Augustine for 17 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served in World War II. He attended Church on the Rock.
Services: Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on June 7, 2008, at Church on the Rock. Officiating: The Rev. Tom Outley.
Survivors: His wife, Betty Stakely, St. Augustine; daughter, Christine Traw, St. Augustine; sister, Ann Meredith, Morocco; and one granddaughter.
In charge: St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
(St Augustine Record, 05/25/08)
Stephanie Triay Stallman, 58, of St. Augustine, died April 16, 2008, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center Hospice in Jacksonville.
She was born in St. Augustine and had resided here all of her life. Stephanie owned and operated Stephanie's Restaurant on North U.S. 1 for more than 12 years and had worked in the restaurant business for many more years. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church.
A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church with the Rev. Seamus O'Flynn officiating. Interment will follow at St. Ambrose Cemetery.
A visitation will held from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, April 21, 2008, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church.
She is survived by a daughter, Kim Stallman of St. Augustine; a son, Paul Triay of St. Augustine; a brother, Stephen Triay of St. Augustine; sisters, Alora Mercer, Helen Kinard and Gail Leary, all of St. Augustine; and grandchildren, Makenzie Byrd, Chase Triay and Emma Triay.
Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/19/08)
Raymond Franklin Stalls Jr., 83, of Jacksonville, died Feb. 7, 2009, at Community Hospice McGraw Center for Caring, Jacksonville. He was born in St. Augustine. He was a transportation mechanic. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will be in San Lorenzo Cemetery.
His wife was the late Lucille Stalls.
He is survived by daughter, Debbie Haefer, Jacksonville, and son Raymond Stalls III, St. Augustine; sisters, Joyce Hayes, Lakeland, Fla. and Patricia Johnson, Mississippi; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements
(St Augustine Record, 02/10/09)
Adeline Agnes Stanley, 82, of St. Augustine, Fla., died May 24, 2009, at Flagler Hospital.
She was born in Hartford, Conn., and had resided in St. Augustine since 2002. She was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church, life member of the VFW Post 2391 Ladies Auxiliary Fraternal Order of the Eagles Ladies Lodge 4256.
She had retired from the Town of Glastonbury Board of Education. She worked at the snack bar at the St. Augustine Beach and Tennis Club.
Funeral services will be held 5 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev. Fr. Seamus O'Flynn officiating. Visitation will continue until 7 p.m. Burial is private and will be in Craig Memorial Park.
She is survived by her husband, Sterling Stanley Sr., and son, Sterling Stanley Jr., both of St. Augustine, Fla.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/31/09)
Betty Lou Stanley, 51, St. Augustine, passed away March 16, 2011 at the Bailey Center. A native of Tifton, Ga., she had been a resident since 1962. She attended Ketterlinus School, was employed at The Webster School for 11 years. She also served on the Ushers Board and sang in the choir of her church.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at The Lord"s Temple, Hastings, with the Rev. Gregory James, officiating. Viewing is 5-7 p.m. at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Hastings. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors include her children, Tony White, Larrance Stanley, Christopher Stanley, and Marquita Stanley; parents, L.D. and Mother Bennie Pearl White; brothers, Deacon Willie Lee White and Larry White; sisters, Deaconess Dian Little, Evangelist Ola Wright; 10 grandchildren; other relatives.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 24, 2011)
Frances B. Stanley, 95, of Huntsville, Ala., went to be with her Savior on Friday. She was born in LaGrange County, Ind. She was a resident of Huntsville for 15 years following earlier residences of 16 years in St. Augustine, Fla., and 42 years in Miami, Fla.
She was married to Richard H. Stanley for 58 years, who predeceased her. She was also predeceased in death by her parents, Alva H. and Minnie B. Brallier and four of her siblings.
She will be greatly missed by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Martha Stanley, of Huntsville; grandchildren, Paul Stanley and wife, Kymberlee, of Palo Alto, Calif., and Donna Sorrells and husband, Eric, of Huntsville; great-grandchildren, Cindy, Nicholas, Karl, Paul, Daniel, Rebekah, Kaela, Jeremy, Anna and Susannah Sorrells, all of Huntsville; brother, Theodore Brallier of St. Augustine, Fla.; and six nieces and nephews.
During her residence in St. Augustine, she and her husband were active members of St. Augustine Shores United Methodist Church.
Following a celebration of life service in Huntsville, Sunday, interment will be in Live Oak, Fla.
Laughlin Service Funeral Home, Huntsville, Ala., in charge of arrangements. (Please sign the guest book at www.staugustine.com)
(St Augustine Record, 5/03/08)
Mark A. Stanley, 50, St. Augustine, passed away unexpectedly at Flagler Hospital on April 5, 2010. Mark enjoyed a 25-year career in the aerospace industry as a human resource executive with Northrop Grumman. He was a founding member of Christ United Methodist Church in Millcreek/World Golf Village. He was an active and devoted man that loved his family, church, golf and music.
Mark will be deeply missed and fondly remembered as a genuine and sincere person.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Elaine; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Stanley of Scottsdale, Ariz.; son, Evan Stanley; two daughters, Kristine Benn and Celeste Stanley; brother, Phil Stanley of Singapore; and grandson, Rylan.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Grace United Methodist Church, 8 Carerra St., St. Augustine with Pastor Jim Walker, Officiating.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/8/2010)
Sterling Joseph Stanley, 82, of St. Augustine, died June 4, 2009, at Flagler Hospital. He was born in Hartford, Conn., and had resided in St. Augustine since 1985. He retired from the Glastonbury, Conn., Board of Education and was a life member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 4256, St. Augustine, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2931.
Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. today (Tuesday) at Craig Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Seamus O'Flynn officiating. Visitation will continue until 7 p.m. He will be buried at Craig Memorial Park next to his late wife, Adeline Stanley, who passed away May 24, 2009.
He is survived by his son, Sterling J. Stanley Jr., of St. Augustine; brother, Walter Stanley, of Glastonbury; sister, Nancy Brault, of Portland, Conn.; and nieces and nephews.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 06/09/09)
Vernon S. Stanton, 90, of St. Augustine, died Feb. 25, 2008, at his home. Mr. Stanton, a native of New York, was born April 8, 1917, and moved to Florida as a teenager. Over the years he lived in both places, finally settling in Florida. Mr. Stanton owned and operated several of his businesses and retired from Coastal Oil Company in Ft. Lauderdale. He was a member of the Elks Club in New York and Florida for 52 years. He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II.
Services: A memorial service may be held at a later date.
Survivors: His companion, Vickie Cariel; daughter, Susan P. Stanton; sons, William (Billy) Stanton, all of St. Augustine, and Kevin J. Stanton, Orange Park.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 3/4/08)
Betty Jane "Bett" Stark, 84, of Elkton, passed away on April 16, 2011 at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs. Born in Niagara Falls, N.Y., she was a 1945 graduate of LaSalle High School. She lived for many years in Plainfield, N.J., where she worked as a credit manager for the Courier News. She briefly lived in Morristown, N.J., before moving to the St. Augustine area in 1980. She enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Garden Club. She is survived by her husband, Richard "Dick" Stark of Vermont Heights, Fla.; daughters, Denise Nanejian of N. Plainfield, N.J., Gail Barth and husband James of Ponte Vedra; sons, Larry Newman and wife Devi of Georgia, James Newman of Lebanon, N.J.; stepsons, Joseph "Joe" Stark and wife Cora of Randolph, N.J., Theodore "Ted" Stark and wife Margaret of Rainbow Lakes, N.J., Martin "Marty" Stark and wife Anita of Morris Plains, N.J.; a brother, Raymond LaRock and wife Dorothy of Tennessee; a sister, Mary Taylor of Tennessee; a sister-in-law, Ruth LaRock of Kentucky; 10 grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on April 19, 2011)
Charles "Chuck" Stark, born 79 years ago in Marietta, Pa., died Feb. 27 at Orange Park Medical Center after an illness of several months.
He is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Lola Jeffords Stark; his daughter, Sharon Yelle, and husband, Leo; his son, Andrew Stark; his four grandchildren, Shaun, Tiffany and Stephanie Yelle and Sarah Stark; and great-granddaughter, Lily Luke.
Chuck joined the U.S. Navy the day after graduating from high school and spent 20 years as a radioman, retiring in 1965 as a chief petty officer. During that time he was stationed aboard the USS Pawcatuck, spent two years in Panama and two years in Washington, D.C., where he met his wife-to-be. They spent a four-year honeymoon in Rome, where he was stationed at the U.S. Embassy as part of the naval attache and then spent four years recruiting for the Navy in Greeneville, Tenn.
Following the shore duty, Chuck was chief of communications aboard the USS Wainwright until his retirement.
Following retirement, he joined the Magnavox company in Greeneville, where he spent 20 years and became superintendent of Advanced Technology Group.
The Starks moved to St. Augustine in 1986 for retirement, and Chuck joined VFW Post 2391. He was a very active member and helped plan its present facility, working tirelessly for the betterment of the post.
He was an avid gardener and enjoyed giving away all the fruits and vegetables of his labor.
Memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at the VFW Post 2391. Interment will be held at the Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Remembrances may be sent to VFW Post 2391.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/01/09)
Roy Lamar Starling, 70, of St. Augustine, Fla., died March 10, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. He was born in Tampa, Fla., and was a former resident of Starke, Fla.
Survived by daughter, Joy; sons, Russell and Earl; sisters, Linda and Glenda; brothers, Kenneth, Alvin and Richard, all of Starke.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 3/23/2010)
Catherine E. Starr, 98, passed away on Oct. 18, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. Born in Guymon, Okla., in Cherokee Indian territory, to Carl and Alice Jane Bell, Catherine began life on the prairie in March of 1910.
Her father disappeared while on a cattle drive, and Alice later married Leonard Carpenter. They chose to homestead in Cheyenne, Wyo., for a number of years. Following the cattle trail, they returned to St. Joseph, Mo. Catherine attended Kirschner Elementary and Benton High Schools. While in Wyoming, she and Frances were home schooled by their mother, living in a three room cabin and she survived a bout with Yellow Fever during the Flu Epidemic of 1919.
Hard lessons learned during the Great Depression ensured that nary a thing was wasted, and Catherine's strong ethics live within her children and grandchildren today.
She loved to bowl (and win). She loved to play cards till the wee hours of the morning. Everything was homemade ... never from a box!!! She saved rubber bands. She canned her own vegetables, made her own pickles, played the piano, sewed beautifully, crocheted and knitted, drove a Volkswagen bug, threw horseshoes, was never bored, did crosswords every day, watched Jeopardy, faithfully (and knew the answers)!....when age-related health issues presented obstacles to her fun, she found a new hobby and took it on, full speed ahead!
Famous for her dry wit, when recently asked about her secret for beautiful skin, Catherine responded that cream was the answer. "Oh? Do you apply it every day?" "No," was the answer. "I drink it!"
She married Phene Leonard Henson and together they had two children, Gene Leonard of St. Joseph and Carole Frances of Florida. After Phene passed away in 1969, Catherine married Stephen Starr of St. Joseph, who died in 1985.
Catherine was a fiercely independent woman who was far advanced in both thinking and doing. She co-owned and operated a beauty salon with her sister for over 22 years, while simultaneously co-managing a 100 acre farm in Easton, Mo., with her husband, Phene, from 1950-1977. Additionally, she was secretary/treasurer for several local bowling leagues, past worthy matron of Eastern Star, past noble grand of the Rebecca's, pianist and deacon in the Presbyterian Church, member of the Buchanan Country Extension Clubs, and served as staff member of the Democratic Party during elections. Due to ill health, she lived with her daughter and son-in-law, Carole and Tom Prior in St. Augustine, Fla.
Survivors who love her so dearly include: a son, Gene (Frances) Henson of St. Joseph, Mo., and his children, Bruce Henson of Delaware, Stacey Henson and Natalie Henson of St. Joseph, Mo.; a daughter, Carole (Tom) Prior of St. Augustine, Fla., and her children, Julee (Bill) Derbins of Miami, Fla., Kerri (Greg) Teisan of St. Augustine, Fla., Dawn (Alan) Powers of Middleburg, Fla., and Ryan Hughes of St. Augustine, Fla.; nephews, Harry E. (Janice) Brown and Eddy (Sandra) Brown, both of Agency, Mo. She was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Frances Brown and her loving parents.
She also leaves to mourn her two great-nieces, two great-nephews, nine great grandchildren and a multitude of friends and distant family members, all of whom are celebrating 98 wondrous years.
A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at King Hill Cemetery in St. Joseph, Mo. with Dr. Richard Hughes, officiating. A visitation will held on the day of the service from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Rupp Funeral Home in St. Joseph.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/22/08)
Mae Starratt, 82, of St. Augustine, Fla., died July 11, 2010, at Ponce Care Center.
She was born in Groveland, Ga. She was a retired switchboard operator who had worked for Southern Bell, Flagler College and St. Augustine Answering Services.
Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel, the Rev. David McKeithen officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, David L (Pakdee) Starratt, New Port Richey, Fla., Lewis Richard (Margie) Starratt and Steven Michael Starratt; grandchildren, Ralph, Ryan, Amy, Jeffery, Leslie and Natalie; great-grandchild, Avery.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Harry Starratt, and son, Harry Wayne Starratt.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 7/13/2010)
Rosemary Eileen Stater, 63, of St. Augustine, died Thursday, March 13, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
She was born in Dayton, Ohio, and had resided in St. Augustine since 1994, moving here from Columbus, Ind. She was retired from Publix, where she had worked as a cashier, most recently at the Cobblestone Publix.
Services: A memorial gathering will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, at Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home, 209 S. Ponce de Leon Boulevard.
Survivors: Her husband, Charles E. Stater Sr. of St. Augustine; a son, Charles E. Stater Jr. of Columbus, Ind.; a daughter, Dawn Prado, of Jacksonville; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
In charge: Kotrady-Hudgins-Croyle Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 3/16/08)
Julia Anne Stauffer, 60, of South Ponte Vedra Beach, passed away April 9, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Jacksonville to John and Julia Woods, she was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Julia grew up on the south side of Jacksonville, attending Wolfson High School and graduating from DuPont High School. She provided for her two daughters by working in the construction business. She was very proud of being able to work equally as hard, and sometimes better, than the men she worked with.
Preceded in death by her parents, she is survived by her loving husband, Michael D. Stauffer; daughters, Veadra Palmer (Scott) and Laila Pikula (Anthony); sister, Susan Coyle; grandchildren, Cody Palmer, Anthony Pikula, Jr., and Tia Pikula and many family members and friends.
A celebration of Julia's life will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18, 2009, at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 4115 Hendricks Ave., with Pastor Vic Castilleja, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Julia's name may be made to the Florida Oncology Patient Assistance Foundation, 9143 Phillips Hwy., Suite 560, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 4115 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville.
(St Augustine Record, 04/15/09)
Ilonca Marthe Renee Steendijk passed away on July 4, 2009, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville at the age of 83. She was born in Paris on June 17, 1926, to Dutch parents and was raised in Holland. In 1948 she married Koen Steendijk, who she met during World War II, in The Hague and followed him wherever his career sent him - Indonesia, Venezuela, the United States, the Dominican Republic and finally El Salvador. In 1985 they retired and settled in Punta Gorda, moving in 1993 to St. Augustine.
Her passion was the game of tennis, to which her parents introduced her at an early age, and she actively participated at competitive levels in the sport in all these countries until her joints became too painful. She also loved to play bridge.
Memorial services will be held 6 p.m. Wednesday July 15, 2009 at Craig Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may make a donation to Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, Fla. 32257.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Koen Steendijk; daughter Tessa Steendyk of St. Augustine; and sister Renee Siemelink of Australia.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/12/09)
Robert Steighner, Ph.D., a molecular biologist, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with multiple brain cancer.
Robert was 52, a graduate of Penn State University, Medical College of Virginia, a postdoctoral fellow at Michigan State University and a Pharm.D. at Midwestern University.
Robert was an Army veteran, serving his military career in Germany. He was employed by the American Registry of Pathology, Walter Reed Hospital and a staff scientist with the Henry Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, as well as the National Institute of Health.
He leaves his parents, Mr. John and Sheila Steighner of St. Augustine; two sisters, Kathleen of Rehoboth Beach, Del., and Mrs. Ellen Allen of Dillsburg, Pa.; a brother-in-law, Gerald Allen; a niece, Marissa Allen; and a nephew, Derek Allen.
Funeral services will be held at San Sebastian Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 8, at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to San Sebastian Catholic Church, 1112 State Road 16, St. Augustine, FL 32084-8596 or to Community Hospice, The Bailey Family Center for Caring, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Craig Funeral and Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 2, 2011)
Milton E. Steiner, born May 30, 1931, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 12, 2010.
Milt and his wife Nita (deceased) lived in Sequim, Wash. He was the son of the late Elmer and Mary Steiner of St. Augustine.
He had three sisters: Mary E. Saffelder, St. Augustine (deceased); Virginia Conditt, Orlando (deceased); and Janet Hay (Jerry), St. Augustine.
He had five brothers: Donny Steiner, Cincinnati, Ohio, (deceased); George Steiner (Melinda), Columbia, S.C.; John Steiner (Carol), St. Augustine; Ed Steiner (Faiza), Orlando, Fla.; and David Steiner (Irene), Columbia, S.C.
He had two daughters: Linda Kersey, Pueblo, Colo., (deceased); and Nancy Schade (Bill), Sequim, Wash. He had one son, Jim Steiner (Desiree), Lake City, Fla.; and two stepsons, Doug Reeser (Audrea), Joplin, Mo., and Todd Reeser (Kris), Peoria, Ariz. He also had 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Prior to Milt moving to St. Augustine in 1956, he served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War and was a highly decorated soldier. On March 1, 1961, he left St. Augustine to go to work for Choice Hotels, known then as Quality Courts Motel, Inc. In September 2010, he retired from Choice Hotels International after 39 years.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, at Craig's Funeral Home, St. Augustine. No flowers please, you may donate to The American Cancer Society .
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements
(St Augustine Record, November 16, 2010)
Dorcas Frances Fay Stenborg, 94, passed away at her home in St. Augustine on Thursday, June 4, 2009. Born in New York City, Dorcas resided in Yonkers, N.Y., and was employed by the City of New York Department of Taxation. Upon retiring, Dorcas created beautiful needlework crafts that were donated as fundraisers for the RSVP organization in New York. She relocated to St. Augustine in 2004 to be near her daughter and son-in-law and to enjoy the sunnier days and warmer temperatures. She immediately felt at home here and enjoyed the friendships that quickly developed, especially with her bingo friends at the Council on Aging. Dorcas is survived by her son, Warren Fay; her daughters, Marilyn Baker and Linda Forsyth and favorite son-in-law, Ross Forsyth; her aide and companion, Carol Madsen; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and her faithful friend, Tiger.
She is preceded in death by her husbands, William Joseph Fay (1915-1965) and Charles Stenborg (1912ñ1967).
Dorcas family would like to thank the nurses, therapists and staff at Flagler Hospital, Moultrie Creek Rehab and Haven Hospice for their care and compassion during her time with them.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, with the Rev. Rouville M. Fisher officiating. A visitation will be held on Monday evening from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., also at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
A memorial service and burial at Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, N.Y., will follow. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing can make a contribution in Dorcas¬ memory to Haven Hospice, 200 Southpark Blvd., Suite 207, St. Augustine, Fla. 32086.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/07/090
Easton, Md. -- Captain Walter J. Stencil, U.S. Navy (retired), from the greatest generation, has died while enjoying his 94th year. Hailing from Lorain, Ohio, he was their proud graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, class of 1937. Among his catalogue of World War II experiences are major Pacific battles including Pearl Harbor, Coral Sea, Solomon Islands, Guadalcanal, Aleutian Islands, Gilbert Islands, Marshall Islands, Saipan, Surigao Strait and Leyte Gulf, Marianas, Iwo Jima and Okinawa.
Hero and history maker, a few specifics are: Officer of the Deck (OOD) on the battleship USS Tennessee at Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7, 1941; present for the signing of the Tokyo Bay Peace Treaty; Navigator for Third Fleet's 1945 homecoming (USS Idaho BB 42); personal staff to Commander United Nations Korea during the Korean Conflict; Commanding Officer of destroyer USS Agerholm at the Battle of Inchon; Commander Destroyer Division (DESDIV) 322 at the Suez Canal crisis; Commanding Officer of the USS Sierra AD 18 during peacetime; Commodore Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2, which participated in the Cuban Missile Crisis; part of Naval Operations 90 planning during the Vietnam Conflict. He served in diplomatic roles as Naval Attache for the U.S. Embassy in Iran and in Egypt, representing our interests with the Shah of Iran and President Nasser.
Additionally, he graduated from the Armed Forces Staff College, the National War College (also was a professor there), and he received a Master's Degree in International Relations from George Washington University.
After the Navy, Captain Stencil came to the Eastern Shore of Maryland where he was the founding president of Kirkland Hall College in Easton. Kirkland Hall was distinguished in the Washington Post as a leading school of ecology. Following those years, he took a second venture as a founding president for Ocean City College, Ocean City.
He recently celebrated 66 years of marriage with his loving wife, Francesca. His legacy includes seven children (Jay, Jeffra, Katy, Craig, Lisa, Francesca and Rooney), their spouses, 13 grandchildren, and their first great-grandchild. Two of his children followed in his footsteps and graduated from the United States Naval Academy. His daughter, Francesca Stencil Korach and son-in-law William Korach are St. Augustine residents.
Walter Stencil was a symbol of the mighty and heroic generation that served America. He was a wonderful family man with a great sense of humor, and his family repaid that love ten-fold. Capt. Stencil "encouraged himself in the Lord his God" 1 Sam: 30:6 and encouraged all those who were around him.
His family will celebrate his phenomenal life at a private memorial service in October.
As a former member of the Board of Trustees, he requested remembrances be dedicated to the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation. Arrangements are by Fellows, Helfenbein and Newnam Funeral Home, P.A., Easton, Md., www.fhnfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 08/30/08)
Jeannine Pacetti Stensland, 78, died Jan. 4, 2010, in Forest Park, Ga., at Southern Regional Medical Center after a long illness.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Godfrey and Lenore Pacetti; her husband, John L. Stensland; her sisters, Patricia Jattuso and Yvonne Dodd.
She is survived by her sons, Gary (Frieda) Stensland, Allen (Susan) Stensland, Jack Stensland; daughter, Joanie (Doug) Ladzinski; and nine grandchildren.
Services will be held at St. Philips Catholic Church, Jonesboro, Ga., at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 2010.
Tara Funeral Home is in Charge of Arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/8/2010)
Joyce Sisson Stepp, 75, of St. Augustine, died November 25, 2008 at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine.
Joyce was born on March 2, 1933 in Baltimore, Md., to the late Ray and Ada Sisson. She was a longtime resident of Baltimore where she worked as an executive secretary for a total of 32 years for Western Electric and later AT&T at the Point Breeze plant. Joyce was also an active volunteer with the Greater Baltimore Medical Center Auxiliary and a member of Messiah Lutheran Church. She retired to St. Augustine in 1990.
Funeral services and interment at Moreland Memorial Park will be announced at a later date. Donations in her memory can be made to the American Heart Association, 5851 St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Albert Stepp; sisters, Delma Blaney and Elva Rowley; and a brother, Ray F. Sisson, Jr. She is survived by sisters, Eileen Sisson Miller of Suffolk, Va., and Janet Sisson McKee of Orlando.
Arrangements by St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 11/30/08)
Esther Scheinman Stern, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Sept. 29, 2008, after a lengthy illness, at the Bayview Samantha Wilson Care Center. Born at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Ill., on Jan. 03, 1918, she was the daughter of Milton and Stella Scheinman.
After being raised in Quincy, she moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where she married her husband, Ralph Stern. Esther was a bookkeeper for a family-owned wholesale plumbing and heating supply in Cleveland, and she was a homemaker raising two children.
In the early 1970's, Esther and Ralph retired and moved to Jacksonville, and later moved to St. Augustine.
She is survived by her children: son, Les (Karen) Stern of St. Augustine; and daughter, Marcia E. (Danny) Cohen of Ponte Vedra Beach. Also surviving are four grandchildren: Jarrod and Maggie Stern, and Lee and Matthew Cohen.
Graveside services were held on Oct. 1, 2008, at the First Congregation Sons of Israel Cemetery in St. Augustine with Rabbi Samuel Cywiak, officiating.
(St Augustine Record, 10/02/08)
Beatrice "BeBe" Stevens, 84, of St. Augustine, passed away peacefully on Jan. 29, 2010, at the Earl B. Hadlow Center in Jacksonville. Beatrice was born in Louisville, Ky., and grew up in New Smyrna Beach. She was a graduate of New Smyrna Beach High School Class of '44, and moved to Daytona Beach in 1948, where she lived for 32 years. She had been a resident of St. Augustine since 1980, and was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church.
She is survived by her former husband and companion, James "Jim" Stevens of St. Augustine; a daughter, Gaylynn Anne Yannuzzelli of Hatsfield, Pa.; a son, James R. Stevens Jr. and his wife, Patricia, of Plano, Texas; a sister, Jeannie Mira of Heron, Ill.; a brother, Morris Vincent Fanelli of Smyrna, Ga.; three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
At BeBe"s request and wishes, no services will be held.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/31/2010)
Edward Stevens, 90, died at Flagler Hospital on June 19, 2010.
Mr. Stevens was one of nine children, born to the late Charles Humphrey and Cynthia Byrd Stevens in Hastings, Fla. He lived in this area all of his life.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, worked for San Lorenzo Catholic Cemetery and then worked in maintenance for the City of St. Augustine for many years.
A funeral mass will be said at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Cathedral-Basilica. An interment will be held at Jacksonville National Cemetery at a later date.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Hundnell Stevens; son, Donald Stevens; sister, Margaret (Peggy) Stevens Straughn, of Hollywood, Fla.; his brother, Harold Stevens of Fayetteville, N.C.; as well as many nieces and nephews.
His brothers, C.R. Stevens, Wallace Stevens and Thomas Stevens, and sisters, Nettie Stevens Hobbs and Mildred Stevens Gramling, preceded him in death.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/27/2010)
Emory "Steve" Stevens, 88, Ft. Pierce, Fla., died March 10, 2011, in Port St. Lucie, Fla.
Mr. Stevens was born in St. Augustine, Fla., and moved to Fort Pierce in 1950.
Steve was the owner/operator of Steve's' Sign Shop for 25 years. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. He attended Palm Vista Church of God in Fort Pierce.
Survivors include his daughter, Gloria Jean Welling of Ft. Pierce; grandsons, Glenn A. Triplett and Alfred F. Welling, both of Ft. Pierce; and great-grandson, Dakota C. Triplett. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois A. Stevens.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Treasure Coast Hospice, 5000 Dunn Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981; www.TCHospice.org
Services: Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, from 10 to 11 a.m., with a service to follow at 11 a.m. at Haisley Funeral Home. Burial will take place at Hughes Cemetery in St. Augustine. An online guest book may be signed at www.haisleyfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Haisley Funeral Home.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 13-15, 2011)
Guy E. Stevens Jr., 70, of Coquina Crossing in Elkton, ÊFla., died on Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, at his home. He was born in Meshoppen on Jan. 16, 1940, son of the late Guy E. and Elizabeth Peters Stevens.
Guy was a member of the last graduating class of Meshoppen High School, the class of 1957. He was known to his classmates and lifelong friends as "Stevie." He graduated from Penn State University in 1961 with a bachelor's degree in management. Guy was a member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and an Army veteran. He married Marilyn Deal, of Algona, Iowa, in December 1969 and was later divorced.
His professional career was in the automobile industry. He retired in 2007 after 32 years in the business from Atlantic Dodge Chrysler Jeep in St. Augustine, Fla. Guy was a car guy, enjoying all makes, models and companies, but his true love was Dodge cars.
Surviving are sisters Maxine Smales, Else Sayles (husband Tom) and Alda Page, all from Tunkhannock, Pa.; daughters Krista Leigh, husband Scott of Fort Dodge, Iowa, and Elizabeth (Lisa) Bormann, husband Kirk, of Savage, Minn.; grandchildren Rob, Gretta, Daniel, Megan and Donnie; and his best friend, Dick Jones of St. Augustine, Fla.
A memorial service to honor Guy will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Jersey Hill Cemetery, Jersey Hill, Pa. Services provided from the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc., 73 W. Tioga St., Tunkhannock. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 8, 2010.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of local arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 23, 2010)
Michael Anthony Stevens, 50, passed on June 15, 2010, at Baptist Medical Center, Jacksonville.
Services: Saturday June 26, 2010, 11 a.m. at Mt. Moriah Christian Ministry, the Rev. Ronald Stafford, pastor, officiating. Calling hours are 5-7 p.m. Friday at Chase Chapel. Burial: Southern Crematory
Leo C. Chase & Son in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/25/2010)
Ruth M. Stevens, 82, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 19, 2008, at San Marco Terrace Rehabilitation and Care Center. Mrs. Stevens was a native of Hilliard, Fla., and was a lifelong resident of St. Augustine. Mrs. Stevens was a child-care provider. She was of the Baptist faith.
Services: 11 a.m. Friday at Refuge Evangelist Mission, Inc., 9 South Dixie Highway, unit-B, St. Augustine. Officiating: The Rev. Joyce Reese, pastor. Calling hours: 5-9 p.m. Thursday at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at the church. Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Her son, Riley Ikner, St. Augustine; sister, Annie Louise Coleman, Jacksonville, Fla.; and other relatives and friends.
In charge: Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 01/24/08)
Thomas Williams Stevens, 93, lifelong resident of Hastings, Fla., went to be with the Lord on June 2, 2010, with his wife by his side.
Thomas was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hastings. He was post commander of the American Legion Post 102 of Hastings for 20 years.
Thomas served in the Army during World War II and was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Hastings.
Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, June 5, 2010, at First Baptist Church of Hastings. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Pellicer Creek Cemetery.
He was preceded in death by stepdaughters Brenda Usina Strickland and Kathy Usina.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Marie Stevens, Hastings; sons, Thomas Earl Stevens, Macon, Ga., and Williams Stevens, and Rickey Stevens, both of Orlando, Fla.; brothers, Harold Stevens, Fayetteville, N.C. and Edward Stevens, St. Augustine; sister, Peggy Straghn, Hollywood, Fla.; stepsons, Roy Usina, St. Augustine, Ray Usina, Clarksville, Tenn., and Tommy Usina and Ronnie Usina, both of Hastings; stepdaughter, Donna Ash, Auburn, Mass.; and several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 6/3/2010)
Wayne "Willy" Stevens, a life-long resident of St. Augustine, passed away peacefully Friday afternoon at age 61.
Wayne worked hard much of his life in the plumbing business. He also enjoyed playing hard. He would hunt and fish whenever he had the chance, and he was a great storyteller. He would never pass up the opportunity to share a good joke. He was devoted to his family, a good husband, father, brother, and a good friend to all who knew him.
Survivors include his wife, Judy; daughters: Wendy "Lucy Bell" Delfino (Chris), and Amy Turner (Kylee); step-daughters: Angela Rivera (Juan), Lindsey Fischer (Travis) and Katie Reyelts; son: William Wayne Stevens, Jr.; sister: Gloria Sims (Lee); and four grandchildren.
The visitation will be this coming Tuesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. The funeral service will be on Wednesday at 5 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
Arrangements are with Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
Please sign the guest book at www.staugustine.com/obits
(St Augustine Record, 8/11/08)
William M. "Pete" Stevens, age 82, passed away at Flagler Hospital on Feb. 29, 2008.
Mr. Stevens was born to Herman and Hazel Stevens in Elkton on Jan. 23, 1926. He was the owner of Stevens Plumbing. Pete was a family man and an avid mullet fisherman.
Pete will be deeply missed by his loving family; his son, Wayne and Judy Stevens; daughter, Gloria and Lee Sims; sister, Virginia Barker of St. Augustine; brother, Roger and Joanne Stevens of St. Augustine; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home followed by Burial at Craig Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 3/1/08)
Willis "Speck" L. Stevens, 84, passed away at the Bailey Center April 15. A native of St. Augustine, Mr. Stevens worked for over 35 years as a commercial fisherman. He also owned and operated a neon sign shop where he would work on days, where bad weather interfered with fishing. He was a real "people person" and enjoyed many sports, roller skating and water skiing. He also enjoyed playing cards down at the docks with his many friends, as well a piling a car load together to head off to the dog track.
Mr. Stevens enjoyed his family, friends and life in general. He always had great pleasure in holding cookouts and gatherings of family and friends. His memory will always bring a smile to the faces of those who knew him.
He was predeceased by his beloved companion of many years Carol Blackwelder, son Dwight Stevens, and his brother Emory Stevens and sister Annette Carr.
Survivors include his daughter, Jackie (David) Masters; sons, Rodney (Kay) Stevens, Dennis (Beth) Stevens; sisters, Barbara Evans, Melinda (Ben) Lambert, Winifred Peltcher; brothers, Eddie (Debbie) Stevens, Wayne (Dorien) Stevens; 13 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren and many other family and friends.
There will be a visitation at 11 a.m. Wednesday followed at 12 p.m. by the funeral service. Burial will be private.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record from April 17 to April 18, 2011)
David Stevenson, 66, formerly of St. Augustine, died Feb. 24, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Karen Petry Stevenson of Cave Spring, Georgia. Mr. Stevenson was formerly associated with the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind.
Arrangements by John House"s Cave Spring Chapel Funeral Home, Cave Spring, Ga.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on April 6, 2011 )
Dr. Heber John Richards Stevenson, 91, of St. Augustine, died April 15, 2008, at his home. A native of Salt Lake City, Utah, he had lived in St. Augustine since 1975.
He served in several scientific capacities throughout his career and was classified as a science administrator with the rank of captain (equivalent to colonel) when he retired.
He served in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Air Force in Europe during World War II, Soon after the war, he accepted a transfer to the United States Public Health Service for a total of 35 years of service in the U.S. Uniformed Services.
He was a Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served for 30 months as a full-time missionary for The Church in Brazil during the late 1930s.
A Memorial Service for Heber John Richards Stevenson will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Craig Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4114 Sunbeam Road, Suite 101 Jacksonville, FL 32257 in Dr. Stevenson's memory would be greatly appreciated.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Barbara Stevenson of St. Augustine, Florida.; his daughters: Rhoda Stevenson and Sharon Thomas of Jacksonville; his sons: Henry Stevenson of St. Johns, Fla., John D. Stevenson of Dallas, Texas; and seven grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ezra and Rhoda Stevenson; his sisters: Mary Martineau, Rhoda Thomas and Amelia Brunt; and his brothers, Dr. Ralph R. Stevenson and Ezra Stevenson.
For directions and to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.craigfuneralhome.com
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 5/05/08)
Steve Stevenson (Warren Phillips Sr.), 68, Welaka, Fla., died Sept. 2, 2010, at Putnam County Medical Center.
He is survived by his children, W. Phillips Jr., Leslie (Scott), Joe (Angie) and Chris (Jackie); sister, Charlotte (Nick); and eight grandchildren.
The family will hold a private service.
(St Augustine Record, September 8, 2010)
Darren Lavan Steward, Jr., 24, of Montgomery, Ala. died Jan. 30, 2009.
Funeral Service will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at St. James Baptist Church, Bunnell, Fla., at 1 p.m., Rev. J.P. Wilkerson, pastor, and Rev. Michael McKay, eulogist. Visitation is one hour prior service time at the church on Saturday. He was a concrete finisher by trade.
Survivors: mother, Felicia Smith; father, Darren L. Steward Sr.; eight sisters; four brothers; maternal grandparents; paternal grandparents; maternal great-grandparents; paternal great-grandparents; and other relatives.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/07/09)
The roll has been called and Dollise Garris Steward, affectionately known to her children as 'my mother,' entered eternal rest on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, in St. Augustine, Fla. She was a loving and caring person who loved life to the fullest every day of her earthly life. She never complained, and if you asked her how she felt, she always responded with an affectionate smile, "I am fine."
She was born in Colleton County, S.C., on Nov. 23, 1924, to the Rev. James and Emma Lee Garris (deceased). Dollise was the youngest of four children, who have all preceded her in death. At the tender age of 11 months, her parents relocated to Hastings, Fla., where she resided, married Elijah 'Moochie' Steward (deceased) and raised eight children.
To cherish her memories, life and legacy, she leaves sons, Roscoe (Veronica) Steward, Vero Beach, Fla., Elijah (Willie) Steward, Elkton, Fla., James (Alice) Steward, Hastings, Fla., Phyence (Lucretia) Steward, Hastings, Fla.; daughters, Evelyn Vazquez, Palm Coast, Fla., and Darlene (Gregory) Days, Miami Gardens, Fla.; 23 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Dollise cherished the loyalty and love of numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, adoptive children and special friends. We mourn her passing but celebrate her life.
The wake will be held Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Lord's Temple City of Refuge. Services will be held Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, at 2 p.m. at the Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church, Hastings, Fla. Interment, Oak Hill Cemetery East. Arrangements entrusted to Christopher Coleman Mortuary.
(St Augustine Record, 08/29/08)
Deacon Elijah "JR" Steward Jr., was born on April 28, 1943, in Hastings, Fla. Elijah was the second child of eight children born to the late Elija "Moochie" and Dollise Steward.
Elijah was married to Martha Franklin in 1965. To this union four children were born, Beverly, Keith, Tamara, and Martquita. In December of 1999 he was united in holy matrimony to Willie Mae Willis.
Elijah accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Saint Mark Baptist Church in Hastings. After graduating from Walter E. Harris High School in 1961, he made his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. While living in Brooklyn he became a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, serving on the Usher Board and on the finance Committee. When he moved back to his hometown he joined the Gethsemane Missionary Baptist church of Hastings. Elijah was a member of the male chorus. On Jan. 25, 2010, he was ordained a Deacon under the pastoral leadership of the Rev. Rick Torrence.
Elijah owned and operated JR"s Convenient Store for eight years. He was also the first African American volunteer fireman in the Hastings community and in 1963 Elijah attended the famous March on Washington in Washington, D.C. Then in 1985 he established his very own landscaping and sod company) JR"s Sod Service, Inc). Elijah made friends wherever he walked and always looked to help anyone he could. He was a Christian who will be missed by all, yet remembered by the spark he left upon the lives of each of us who knew him.
Elijah"s Soul and Spirit has flown to a place of trinity to guide others along the way.
He leaves loving memories to be cherished by his devoted and loving wife, Willie Mae Willis-Steward; four children, Beverly and Tamara Steward of Jonesboro, Ga., Keith (Jacqueline) Steward, Douglasville, Ga., and Martquita Steward, Swainsboro, Ga.; two stepsons, Michael Willis, Jacksonville, Fla., and Travis Willis, Mayo, Fla.; four brothers, Roscoe (Veronica) Steward, Vero Beach, Fla., James (Alice) Steward, Phyence (Lucretia) Steward, and Melvin Steward, Hastings; two sisters, Evelyn Vazquez of Palm Coast, Fla., and Darlene (Greg) Day of Miami, Fla.; nine grandchildren, Latoya Daniels, Azara Keith Bernard Steward, Gerrod Steward, Gerald Williams, Jr., Devonte Steward, Akasha Steward, and one great-grandchild; three godchildren, Zaria, Xaviea, and Roderick Thomas; one aunt, Gertrude Steward; special friends, Ethel McNeil. Francis Odom, James Brown, Eric and Helen King; mother-in-law, Arnilee Peeples; three sisters-in-law, Linda Wesley and Rhonda Peeples, all of Elkton; Adrienne King, Hastings; four brothers-in-law, Kenneth and Leighton Peeples, Elkton, Larry Peeples, Knoxville, Tenn., and Dereal (Trecie) Jones, Saint Mary"s. Ga.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted family and friends.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church, Pastor Rick Torrence, officiating. Viewing will be Friday at the T.L. Holtz Building from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. at Coleman"s Mortuary. Viewing will be at Oak Hill East Cemetery.
Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 3/12/2010)
Gladys Steward, 87, of Hastings, died April 15, 2008 at Roberts Care Center, Palatka, Fla.
A native of Jacksonville, she had lived in Hastings since March 2005. Mrs. Steward was retired from the Duval County Board of Education, and had been a member of the United Methodist Women's Hospitality group. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, Jacksonville.
Services: Saturday, 11 a.m., Simpson Memorial United Methodist Church, Jacksonville., with Pastor Moses W. Johnson officiating. Calling hours, Friday, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, and Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. at the church.
Burial: Evergreen Cemetery, Jacksonville.
Survivors: Four daughters, Martha Singleton, Joyce Brown, Barbra Anderson and Dorothy Willis, all of Hastings; two sons, Rickey Johnson and Billy Johnson, both of Hastings; and a granddaughter, Keia Lockley, Akron, Ohio.
In charge: Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings.
(St Augustine Record, 4/18/08)
The Rev. Jeremiah J. Steward Sr., 83, passed away quietly at his home in Austin, Texas, on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gertrude; three children, Jerry, Janet and Jefferie; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at Gethsemane Baptist Church, Hastings, on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at 1 p.m.
King Tears Mortuary, Austin, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/23/08)
Aged 38
Died Dec 31, 2009
St Johns Family Funeral Home
Helen Stewart was born on Nov. 11, 1916, in Concordia, Kan., and departed this life on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, in the Ottowa County Health Center, Minneapolis, Kan.
Helen married Martin Dodge on May 17, 1944, who died during the invasion of Europe in 1944. She later married William Stewart in 1953, who preceded her in death in 1991.
They operated an antique shop for many years on U.S. 1 North until Bill's death. At that time, Helen moved back to Kansas to live near her sister. She will be missed and remembered by many friends.
Wilson Shields Funeral Home, Minneapolis, Kan., was in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/25/08)
Justin Edward Stewart, 21, passed away Oct. 13, 2008, in St. Augustine. He was a native of Gainesville, Fla., and had resided in St. Augustine for the past year. He was employed as a mason by Masters Masonry Company.
Memorial Services will be held Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at 2 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Shokes officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing can make contributions to the Shrines Crippled Childrens Hospital, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607-1460.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Lois and Gary Goad; sisters Shada (Chris) Hall, Jacksonville, Heather, Stephanie, Sara and Nicole; maternal grandparents Gene and Nora Warren of Palatka; two aunts, one uncle and numerous cousins.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 10/16/08)
Mary Jane Baucom Stewart, 70, Jacksonville, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Nov. 6, 2009.
Mary Jane was born March 15, 1939, in Jacksonville to Clyde and Pauline Baucom.
Mary Jane is preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Dorothy Stansel.
Services: Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Mandarin Chapel, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, 11 a.m.
Calling hours: Monday, 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Interment: Evergreen Cemetery, Gate 5.
Survivors: Benjamin F., her loving husband of 50 years; sons, Benjamin C. (Melanie) Stewart, Shane (Danielle) Stewart; daughters, Kimberly D. (Eric) Oswald, Sherry (Joel) Darby; grandchildren, Chance and Laine Stewart, Katelyn, Jacob, and Jonah Oswald, Garrett, Luke, and Wyatt Stewart; brother, James (Hilda) Baucom; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In charge: Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Mandarin Chapel, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville.
(St Augustine Record, 11/8/2009)
Mildred Green Stewart, 63, of Hastings, died March 10, 2008, at Shands Hospital, Jacksonville. Mrs. Stewart was a native and lifelong resident of Hastings having lived there for more than 60 years. Mrs. Stewart was a homemaker and was educated at Hastings Vocational Training School. She was an active member of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church serving in the senior choir and a member of the Usher Board.
Services were held 11 a.m. Saturday at The Lords Temple Church with The Rev. Gregory James, pastor, Mt. Moriah MBC, officiating. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Palatka.
Survivors: Her daughters, Cheryl Coleman, Cynthia Lewis and Tangela Harris, all of Hastings; sons, Reginald Roberts, Jeffery Stewart, both of Palatka, Patrick Stewart, St. Augustine; sisters, Dorothy Anderson and Roszena Chestnut, both of Hastings, Geneva Grant, St. Augustine, and Beatrice Jackson, Jacksonville; 41 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.
In charge: Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings.
(St Augustine Record, 3/1808)
Nellie G. Stewart, 92, of Elkton, Fla., passed away on Feb. 23, 2011, at the Sylvester Health and Rehabilitation Nursing Home Center in Sylvester, Ga. She was born April 15, 1918, in St. Augustine. She was predeceased by her husband, Bennie Eugene Stewart Sr.
She is survived by three sons, Richard (Linda), Albany, Ga., Ray (Crystal), Cleveland, S.C., and Bennie Jr. (Betty), Smithfield, Tenn.; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; her niece, Linda Parrish (Tom), St. Augustine, Fla.; nephew, Bob Gause (Pat), Jessup, Ga.; and many other nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Evergreen Cemetery with Pastor Lucas Cunningham of the First Baptist Church of Hastings, officiating.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on February 25, 2011)
Ronald Stewart, 50, passed away Feb. 13, 2011. He was born May 4, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio. Ron was a FAM Past Master at the Solomon Lodge # 20 in Jacksonville, Fla. He was a 20-year veteran of the pest control industry and owner of Bug Away Specialists Inc.
Ron is survived by his wife, Sherry Stewart; stepchildren, Christopher and Stacey Miller; four grandchildren; parents, Gail Stewart Sharp and Donald Sharp; two sisters; and one brother. Ron will be missed by his family and many friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011, in the Solomon Lodge # 20, 25 East First Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ron"s honor to the Solomon Lodge #20.
Please visit our online tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com.
Services are under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz, A Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, February 17, 2011)
Mrs. Sara Janine Stewart, 77 (although she did tell some customers she was closer to 100) of Orangedale, died Saturday, March 28, 2009, at Community Hospice of a sudden illness.
Sara was born on Aug. 15, 1931 in Heard County, Ga., and moved to Jacksonville in the late 1950s. She worked in retail sales her entire life, starting at Morton Williams in Avondale where she worked for over 30 years. She then worked at The Bootery and Shoe Connection. When The Shoe Connection, closed she went to S&K Menswear in the St. Augustine Outlet and worked until they closed last month. She loved her job and the many friends and clients she met working there. Sara never met a stranger and loved to talk.
Survivors include her sons, Michael Hammock (Ellie) and Daniel Stewart (Susan). Grandchildren, Brandi Collins (Robert), Jason Hammock (Courtney), Scott Hammock and Lauren Hammock, Jason Campbell and Alicia Stewart.
Great-grandchildren, Avielle, Arya, Hezekiah and Taylor. Her sister, Ann Smith, of Conyers, Ga., and her beloved silky terrier, "Murphy."
She was pre-deceased by her husband, Richard Stewart; stepchildren, David and Gale Stewart; grandson, Jay Hammock; brothers, Arnold, Owen, Harvey, Jr., and Dewey, and sisters Mary, Clyde and Irene.
The family will receive friends Monday, March 30, 6-8 p.m. at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Mandarin Chapel.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 31, 3 p.m. at Orangedale Cemetery, State Road 13 and State Road 16A, Orangedale, with Rev. Dr. Hunter Camp officiating. Reception to follow with site to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be in her memory to Community Hospice of Jacksonville or the Jacksonville Humane Society, as she never met a stray cat she wouldn't care for.
Arrangements made by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Mandarin Chapel, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville.
(St Augustine Record, 03/30/09)
Wendy Ann Stewart, 45, passed away on Feb. 22, 2010, at her home in St. Augustine.
She is survived by daughters Jennifer McGlocking and April Stewart; her mother, Jean Ann Waldo.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at St. Paul A.M.E. Church.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 3/5/2010)
Dr. William E. L. Stewart, 90, of St. Augustine, died Jan. 6, 2008, at his home. Dr. Stewart was a native of Trinidad, born June 12, 1917 to Gerald and Carmen Stewart. Dr. Stewart was a graduate of Queen's Royal College in Trinidad, worked for the Trinidad Government Customs Service from 1937-1945.
Upon arrival in the United States, he graduated from Howard University in Washington, D.C., and Albany Medical College in New York. He served his internship at Freedman's Hospital, practiced medicine at hospitals in Maryland and Connecticut and at New Britain Memorial Hospital, Connecticut, from 1953-1985. Dr. Stewart retired to St. Augustine in 1987.
He was a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Connecticut State and Hartford County Medical Societies, American and National Medical Societies.
Services: A memorial Mass will be held 9 a.m. Thursday at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. In lieu of Flowers donations in Dr. Stewart's name may be made to Haven Hospice (800) 727-1889.
Survivors: His wife, Jeannette A. Tardif Benikas Stewart; sons, Frank, David and William Stewart; daughter, Joan Stewart; step-son, Joseph Benikas; step-daughters, Judy Janis and Joanne Benikas; ex-spouse, Dorothy Gray Stewart; brothers, Sydney, Ronald and Dr. Clarence Stewart; sisters, Mable Monteil and Dr. Phyllis Depradine; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents and a brother, Gerald Stewart.
Visit Dr. Stewart's memorial page at www.craigfuneralhome.com
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St. Augustine Record, 01/09/08)
Robert Stillman, 75, died Aug 17, 2011 at Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, Fla. He is survived be sister, Mary Washington, St. Augustine and other relatives.
Chase Funeral Home in charge.
(The St. Augustine Record, 08/25/11)
Tommy Stillman, 76, formally of St. Augustine, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2011, in Tallahassee. Services were held at Richardson"s Family Funeral Care in Tallahassee on June 11, 2011. Surviving sibling is Mary Washington (Issac).
(Published in St. Augustine Record on June 21, 2011)
Howard "Buzzy" Stilwell of St. Augustine died May 13 at Northeast Community Hospice in Jacksonville.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 47 years, Jane Stilwell; beloved daughter, Sabra (Victor) Provenza; son, Scott (Donna) Stilwell; sister, Shirley (Carlos) Motes of Palatka; grandchildren, Haleigh, Mathew and Tyler.
Mr. Stilwell was of the Episcopal Faith.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, at 2 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home at 1475 Old Dixie Highway, St. Augustine, Fla.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made in his memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Craig Funeral Home is serving the Stilwell family.
(St Augustine Record, 05/16/08)
Died on May 28, 2009 at Flagler Hospital.
(St Augustine Record, 05/31/09)
Joseph Stodolink Jr. 75, of St. Augustine, Fla., entered into eternal peace on Thursday, March 25, 2010, after a six-month battle with lung cancer with his family at his side.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Anna; their daughters, Dina Stodolink, and Laurel Sorrentino along with her husband, Patsy, and their son, Giancarlo Joseph; two sisters, Carol Steinberg and Virginia Anderson and her husband, Ernie; and two brothers, William Chontos and Richard Chontos and his wife, Joanne; and many nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, 3/27/2010)
Dorothy Elone Bailey Stogsdill, 91, passed away April 1, 2009, Mrs. Stogsdill was born in Barbersville, Ky., on March 29, 1918.
She is survived by her children, Michael Dennis Green, David Joe Green, Gerald Lewis and Patricia Green Kuntz; grandchildren, Pamela Geller, Douglas Green, Stuart Nelson McAlpin, Michael Patrick McAlpin, Gerald Green, and David Green; great-grandchildren, Kayla Geller, Andrew Geller, Jenna Geller, Addison McAlpin and Alexia Green.
Funeral services will be held at the graveside in Oaklawn Cemetery, Jacksonville, Fla., at 9 a.m. on (today) Friday, April 3, 2009.
Oaklawn Cemetery & Funeral Home, 4801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL. 32207.
(St Augustine Record, 04/03/09)
Jennie Leora St. John-Strobeck's battle with lung cancer ended Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008. Jennie Strobeck was born May 8, 1964, in Jacksonville, Fla., and grew up in St. Augustine.
She is survived by Steven Gray; daughter, Joyce Strobeck; sons, Ricky and Austin Smith; and grandson, Evan Luth. She has joined her son, David Carl Strobeck Jr., whom died June 26, 2008, in heaven. Jennie's free spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who have had the privilege to be a part of her journey.
Memorial Services will be honored by Craig Funeral Home on Saturday Sept. 13, 2008, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society. Information available at www.cancer.org or by calling (800) ACS-2345.
(St Augustine Record, 9/11/08)
Charles A. Stokes, 49, Bunnell, Fla., died Feb. 15, 2009, at Florida Hospital Flagler. He was a native and lifelong resident of Bunnell and a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist church. He had worked as a farm laborer.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul MBC in Espaola, Fla., with pastor Dr. Frank Giddens officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at New Hope Holiness Church, Bunnell.
He is survived by his mother, Margaret Jones; grandmother, Dorothy Nightingale; sisters, Kathleen Brooks, all of Bunnell, Dorothy Cross and Cynthia Nelson, Daytona Beach, Donita Johnson, Jacksonville, Fla., Rosa Hutchins and Charlinea Johnson; brothers, James Hall, Alfredo Graham, Johnny Graham, all of Palm Coast, Terry Mitchell, Atlanta, Ga.; other relatives and friends.
Coleman's Mortuary, Hastings, Fla., in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 02/20/09)
Cleve A. Stokes, 52, passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2009.
A native of Palatka and lifelong resident of St. Augustine, Cleve was a kind and generous person and a loving husband, father and grandfather. He worked as a carpenter for B & B Property Management for the past 10 years.
He was an avid fisherman and spent many years coaching for the Major League of St. Augustine's Little League teams.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Linda; mother, Ruthie Stokes of Green Cove Springs; five daughters, Tammy S. Warren of Orange Park, Melinda L. Hart, Joan S. Freed, Loretta J. Lindsey, and Chrissy Huff, all of St. Augustine; three sisters, Terrie Grant of Orange Park, Aletha Montefalcon of California and Heather Stephens of Georgia; two brothers, Steve Stokes of Green Cove Springs and George Stokes Jr. of Georgia; six grandchildren, Kenny, Amber, Briana, Steven, Crystal and Skylar; and one great-granddaughter, Amariah.
He is predeceased by his father, George Stokes.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Craig Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Craig Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 04/28/09)
Kenneth Louis Stokes Jr. (affectionately known as Papa Pop), 34, of Mays Landing, departed this life after a lengthy illness on Sept. 27, 2008.
He was born in Atlantic City on March 31, 1974, to Kenneth and Jennifer Stokes. He attended Pleasantville, N.J., public schools. He previously worked in the dietary department of Our Lady's Residence Nursing Home. Papa enjoyed talking to his family and friends, watching sports, especially college and professional football, and fishing. He was always eager to give his advice to the youth.
Papa leaves to mourn his mother, Jennifer Stokes of Mays Landing, N.J.; his father, Kenneth Stokes (Anne) of Atlantic City, N.J.; his sister, Phaedra Stokes of Mays Landing; niece and nephew, Camisha and Kevin Stokes of Mays Landing; aunts, Vertel Norris, a devoted aunt and caregiver, of Mays Landing, Hattie White (James) of St. Augustine, Fla., Catherine Brown of Ocala, Fla., Daisy Duncan of Jacksonville, Fla., Mary Duncan of Wildwood, N.J., and Marjorie Duncan of Egg Harbor Township, N,J.; uncles, Curtis Duncan of Pleasantville, Arthur Duncan (Jessie) of Egg Harbor Township, and Robert Stokes (Rena) of St. Augustine, Fla.; and a host of cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, at 12 p.m., at Adams-Perfect Funeral Home, 1650 New Road, Northfield.
A viewing will be held from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in Atlantic City Cemetery, Pleasantville.
Arrangements entrusted to and written condolences may be left for the family at www.adams-perfect.com
(St Augustine Record, 10/01/08)
Louise Sessions Stokes of St. Augustine died at her residence with her daughter at her side Dec. 19, 2007. She was 96 years old. She had lived in Jacksonville for many years prior to moving to St. Augustine, where she had resided for the past four years. She was born in Cyprus, Fla., to Cheever and Lula Sessions in 1911.
Survivors include her devoted daughter, Lucille Barnhill (Jesse) of St. Augustine, granddaughters, Patricia Pierce (John) and Elizabeth Milligan; great-granddaughters, Cortney and Katelyn Bennion, and Janice Milligan; nephew: William C. Sessions (Gerry) of Cooksville, Tenn., her niece, Joan Love of Jacksonville, and her very special friend, Della Austin. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Monroe.
A Graveside Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Riverside Memorial Park, 111 Blanding Blvd., Jacksonville, Fla.
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, 12/23/07)
Maryann Stone, 75, of St. Augustine, died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on May 1, 2009. She had been a resident of Coquina Crossing and the area since 1998, moving here from Pennsylvania.
She is survived by her husband, Bob Stone of St. Augustine; daughters, Cindy Ellington and Kim Sansouci; a son, Christopher Gough; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday at San Sebastian Catholic Church with Father Thomas Walsh officiating.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 05/03/09)
Marvis Laron Storey, 26, a lifelong resident of St. Johns County, entered into eternal rest on Jan. 13, 2009, at home.
Mr. Storey was a 2000 graduate of St. Augustine High School and also graduated from Roadmasters Trucking School, receiving his CDL endorsement. While attending St. Augustine High he was a member of the football team and the Army ROTC. He was a member of the New St. James M.B. Church under the leadership of Pastor Nathaniel Jackson.
Those left to cherish his memories: three children, Jaden Tyrell and Zavion, both of St. Augustine, and Delvontay Laron, Jacksonville, Fla.; parents, Aridea Suzette Charles and Preston Storey Jr., both of St. Augustine; brother and sisters, Preston Storey III, Kemyatta Charles and Latrina Storey, all of St. Augustine, and Nakita Storey-Burch, Palm Coast; and aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.
Service hour: 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, at New St. James M.B. Church, Nathaniel Jackson, pastor, is officiating.
Calling hours: Friday at the church from 5 to 7 p.m. and from noon until service hour on Saturday.
Services entrusted to Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 01/22/09)
Stuart Marquis Stout (Stu), 65, of St. Augustine, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept 27, 2010, at his residence. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Stu was a longtime resident of Odenton, Md., before moving to St. Augustine in December of 1991. He was a graduate of Washington Bible College in Washington, D.C. He served in the U.S. Army"s Security Agency for four years and continued serving his country working for the Dept. of Defense as a cryptologist with the National Security Agency at Fort Meade, Md. After retiring from the N.S.A., he moved to St. Augustine and worked as a computer systems operator for the First Coast Technical Center and most recently for the St. Johns County School Board. He was a member of Anastasia Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and teacher for many years. Stu was bold and tireless in his efforts to communicate the Gospel message.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Janet Stout of St. Augustine; a daughter, Lisa Gervin of Yulee, Fla.; sons, Christopher Stout of Manhattan, N.Y., John Stout of St. Augustine, Joel Stout of Sarasota, David Stout of Atlantic Beach; his parents, John and Carolyn Stout; sisters, Patty Mlasofsky and Mary Ann Tarrier; a brother, John Stout, all of Columbus, Ohio; and five grandchildren.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at Anastasia Baptist Church with the Rev. Walter West, officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at 2 p.m. at Jacksonville National Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at St. Johns Family Funeral Home. Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in Stu"s memory can be made to Anastasia Baptist Church Building Fund, 1650 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL. 32080.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, September 29, 2010)
Mary T. Stover, 78, passed away at the McGraw Hospice Center on Nov. 18, 2008.
Mary was born in Miner's Mill, Pa., and has lived in St. Augustine since 1955. She was a member of Corpus Christi Church and a past member of the Women's Auxiliary.
The true measure of a successful life is not the accumulation of wealth, the acquisition of property, nor the attainment of power, but is summed up in one question, "Will her passing be a distinct loss to her family and friends?"
Measured by this standard, Mary Stover was in every way a successful woman. Upon all occasions her love and devotion to her family, friends, and all in need, took first place in her life. She was employed by the St. Johns County School District for 30 years, during which time she worked with high school and elementary school children. Mary loved her colleagues and students at Hartley Elementary School and her passing will be mourned by many.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, George Stover. She is survived by her sons, Michael E. Stover, Raymond E. Stover, David P. Stover; and one daughter, Michelle S. Burgess. In addition, Mary had seven grandchildren, Michael M. Stover, Raymond D. Stover, Evan A. Burgess, Elizabeth Stover, Morgan Burgess, Linsay Stover, and George P. Stover. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, George Stover.
She is survived by her brother, Michael "Buddy" Ferrari of Roselle Park, N.J.; and her sister, Debbie Adams of Etna, Maine.
Prayer will be at 4 p.m. Thursday followed by visitation until 6 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be celebrated at Corpus Christi Catholic Church at 9 a.m. Friday morning. Flowers are declined, donations to Community Hospice of NE Florida are appreciated.
Craig Funeral Home-Crematory-Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/20/08)
Kevin Leroy Stowe Jr., 20, was prematurely separated from those he adored on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, due to an auto accident. He was born Aug. 15, 1988, in Orange Park. He loved playing paint ball with his friends, cooking, music and video games. His passion was simply being with his family and friends. He enjoyed working with Rainbow Lawn Care.
Those remaining who miss him the most include his mother, Christine Boling, and his father, Kevin Stowe and step-mom, Mary Seitler.
He is also survived by his brother, Brandon Hinkle and a sister, Elizabeth Stowe. His grandmother is Merry Lunsford (Alan). He will be cherished by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends Kim and Autumn.
He was predeceased by Grandma and Grandpa Emery and great-grandmas Meade and Turner.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Town and Country Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at 4 p.m. in Town and Country Chapel. Interment will follow in Riverside Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Town and Country Funeral Home, Jacksonville, FL 32205.
(St Augustine Record, 01/05/09)
Blanche Schriver Parker Stowers, 85, of Riverview, Fla., passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2010.
Born in Hancock, Md., on June 10, 1924, she is survived by her husband, Robert A. Stowers; son, James R. Schriver (Jacksonville); daughter, Cheryl D.S. McCoy (Tampa); five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
A former resident of St. Augustine, she was a life-long member of the United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in St. Augustine.
Visitation is from 3 to 4 p.m., followed by a chapel service at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2010, at the Stowers Funeral Home, Brandon, Fla. Burial services will be on Tuesday, April 20, 2010, at the Buck Valley Christian Church in Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to United Methodist Women: http://secure.gbgm-umc.org/donations/umw
Stowers Funeral Home, Brandon, is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 4/17/2010)
Susan Stranko, 93, of St. Augustine, died at Moultrie Creek Nursing Home on Jan. 24, 2011.
She leaves her sisters, Mary and Louise; brother, Peter; niece, Janet; great-niece, Vicki; and great-nephew, Tom.
She was a gracious lady and will be missed.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, January 27, 2011)
Mark Walter Stratmann, of Palm Coast, died March 21, 2011, of mesothelioma, an asbestos-related disease.
Mark is survived by his wife, Violet; his loving stepdaughter, Sierra; his children, Jeremy, Matthew, Sarah (Michael), Jonathan (Tara) and Michael (Heather); two brothers, Charles (Julianne) and Eric (Suzanne); five cousins, Steve, David, Bruce, Brian and Charlie; his uncle, Bob Blalock; his niece, Christy (Cliff) Cosby; nephews, James (Kelly) Stratmann and Jacob (Erica) Stratmann; great-nieces and great-nephews, Caroline, Sam, Natalie and Jack; and his parents, Charles and Jackie Stratmann.
The funeral will be celebrated at Trinity Episcopal Church, 215 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2011, with the Rev. Doctor David J. Weidner presiding. Father Ken Herzog, who provided counsel to Mark while in hospice care, will participate.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations honoring Mark for mesothelioma research at the National Cancer Institute are welcome.
More details and online guestbook available at www.adignifiedalternative.net
(Published in St. Augustine Record on March 27, 2011)
Gerrold A. "Jerry" Stratton, 69, passed away on July 9, 2009, at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs, Fla.
Jerry was born and raised in Manchester, Conn., then lived in Westerly, R.I., for 10 years and has lived in Florida for the past 15 years. He was a true entrepreneur who loved to both work hard and play hard. He was a self-made man with a wide range of interests.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Stratton; sons, James J. Stratton of Jacksonville, Fla., Shannon Stratton of Ellington, Conn., Louis J. DiCarro of Stamford, Conn., and Thomas J. DiCarro of Macedonia, Ohio; daughters, Tami Pinardi of Cromwell, Conn., and Jodi Rocheleau of Newington, Conn.; and seven grandchildren.
A gathering will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, with a memorial service beginning at 1 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to the American Lung Association.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/10/09)
Shane Daniel Stratton, infant son of Beau and Melissa Stratton, died Dec. 2, 2009, at Wolfson's Children's Hospital, Jacksonville, Fla. He was born in St. Augustine, Fla., on March 30, 2009.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Ward's Creek Church. Burial will be in Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. today (Thursday) at Craig Funeral Home.
In addition to his parents, Shane is survived by his brother, Tyler David Priddy, and sister, Schyann Claire Stratton; maternal grandparents Pat and Keith Taylor; maternal great-grandfather Charles Taylor; paternal grandmother Kelly Mitchell; paternal grandfather David Stratton; paternal great-grandmother, Jean Marie Charles and paternal great-grandfather Milford Stratton.
He was preceded in death by maternal great-grandmother Ann Taylor; maternal great-grandparents, Claire and Luther Borders and paternal great-grandparents W.Y and Millie Daniel.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/3/2009)
Woody Allan Stratton, 29, St. Augustine, died July 15, 2009. He was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. He worked as a carpenter and he was an avid hunter and fisherman.
He is survived by his parents, David and Martha Stratton, St. Augustine; sisters, Debbie White, Satsuma, Jane Stratton, Kristina Piet, both of St. Augustine, Rhonda Stratton, Hull, GA, Kathy Crews, Jacksonville, Diane Crews, Hastings; brothers, David Stratton, Jr., St. Augustine, Kevin Stratton, Hull, GA, Michael, Les, and Johnny Stratton, all of St. Augustine, Harry Crews, St. Augustine; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the graveside, Stratton Family Cemetery, 655 Stratton Road.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 07/20/09)
Daniel T. "Danny" Strauss, 80, passed away March 3, 2009, at Burke Palliative Care Center, Valdese, N.C. Born Feb. 14, 1929, in Queens N.Y. to Moses and Anne Strauss. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 55 years, Helen.
He served his country in the U.S. Navy and Army.
Danny is survived by his children, Susan Strauss, Palm City, Fla.; Eileen Smith and husband, Terry, Titusville, Fla.; Patti Madeiros and husband, John, Tullahoma, Tenn.; Daniel Strauss and wife, Becky, Morganton, N.C.; Kenneth Strauss, St. Augustine, Fla.; grandchildren, Jason Smith, Elizabeth Smith, Kimberly Madeiros, John Madeiros, Daniel Strauss, Karen Strauss and great-granddaughter. Brinadette Bower-Smith.
Danny was proudly employed by Grumman Aerospace Corp., in Bethpage, N.Y., where he worked on numerous Navy aircraft programs. In 1966 he relocated his family to Titusville, to become a team member on the Apollo Space Program at Kennedy Space Center as quality control supervisor for Grumman's Lunar Excursion Module (LEM).
After 10 years at KSC, Dan transferred to Stuart, Fla., as director of quality and safety flight operations, where he retired from Grumman with 42 years of service.
A memorial celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2009, 1 p.m. at Space Walk of Fame Park, Titusville.
Sossoman Funeral Home, Morganton, N.C. was in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/24/09)
Dawson Calvin "D.C." Strawter, 73, of Havana, Fla., passed away on April 6, 2009. He was born in Newton, Ga., on Nov. 28, 1935, to the late Willie Strawter, Sr., and Arlelia Chandler Strawter. He was reared in Havana and attended the public schools of Gadsden County. At age 17, he joined the United States Army, attaining the rank of specialist third class before being honorably discharged. Following his separation from the Army, he lived in St. Augustine for several years and worked as a baker. He relocated to New York City where he worked as a cook, eventually becoming a master chef. After retiring in 1996, he moved back to Havana.
At a very early age, he confessed Christ as his Lord and Saviour and joined Mayflower AME Church in Havana's Jamieson Community. "D.C." will always be remembered for his jokes and constant laughter. He was always pleasant, outgoing, never one to frown, neither was he one to be at odds with others.
He leaves to cherish his love with fond memories, two sons, Rodney Strawter, Atlanta, Ga., and Darryl Strawter, Jacksonville, Fla.; two brothers, Jesse (Bettye) Strawter and David (Evelyn) Strawter of Havana, Fla.; three sisters, Ora Mae Sanders and Velma Reed, Havana, and Catherine (LeRoy) Williams, Hallandale, Fla.; one sister-in-law, Helen Turner-Strawter, St. Augustine; three aunts, Beatrice Daniels and Lessie Washington, Havana, and Emma Chandler, Hartford, Conn.; two uncles, Issac Chandler, Jr., Jasper, Fla., and Benjamin Brown, Sr., Tampa, Fla. He also leaves several devoted nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends whom he loved dearly and who will miss him greatly. Other that his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Willie Strawter, Jr., and Freddie Strawter.
Funeral services were held April 11, 2009, in Havana, Fla., under the direction of Tillman Funeral Home, Monticello, Fla.
(St Augustine Record, 04/18/09)
Ishamel Worth Street Jr., 63, of St. Augustine, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Flagler Hospital. He was born Dec. 10, 1944, to the late Ishamel Worth Street Sr. and Cora Lee Harris Maree. He was a native of St. Augustine and had lived in Gainesville for some years. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Gainesville, and he served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, retiring as a master sergeant after 22 years of service. During the Vietnam War he served two tours and served four tours overseas altogether. He was awarded four overseas bars, one for each tour. He also received medals for Expert M-16 Rifle, National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Combat Medical Badge and more.
He leaves behind his daughter, Sharon Street, Gainesville; one brother, Ernest Eugene Street (Betty), Jacksonville; grandchildren, Ronald Street, Wallace Hunt and De'Angelo Street Walker, all of Gainesville; one niece, Keisha Street, Tampa; many, many cousins and friends in St. Augustine; and devoted friends, Minister Charlene Jenkins, Deborah Phan and ex-wife, Lula Wiggins.
A wake for family and friends will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Fla., at 2 p.m. with military honors.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/14/08)
Rosalie Ann Street, 71, was reunited with her husband Walter in Heaven on Jan. 31, 2008.
Formally of St. Augustine, she was born in Quincy, Mass., and for the last two years resided in Swannanoa, N.C. Rosalie worked for many years as baker and owner of Rose's Cakery. She was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church in St. Augustine.
Rosalie is survived by her five daughters, Mary Lastinger, Margaret Wicks, Linda Owens, all of Swannanoa, Elizabeth Brock and Francis Turknett, both of Palm Coast; her sister, Mary Emery, St. Augustine; her brother, Francis Giglio, Gainesville; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
Memorial services will be held, 9 a.m. Feb. 16, 2008, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, with The Rev. William Mooney, officiating.
For those who wish, words of comfort may be extended to the family online under Obituaries at www.brigmans.com.
(St Augustine Record, 2/9/08)
Ruth Washington Streeter, 68, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Aug. 1, 2011, at the Bailey Family Center for Caring.
She was born Dec. 20, 1942, in St. Augustine. She was the daughter of the late Oliver and Anita Washington Sr., sister of the late Oliver Washington Jr., and James Washington Sr., and wife of the late James Herman Streeter.
Ruth attended the public schools of St. Johns County, graduating from R.J. Murray High School in 1960 and later attended Walkers College and Business Cosmetology School in Jacksonville, Fla. She later owned and operated Ruthie's Beauty Salon. She enjoyed singing songs of Zion offering praise and worship to God.
Ruth was a member of Greater Faith Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev. Major Highman, pastor, officiating.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church with calling hours from 5-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Cherishing her love and legacy in their hearts, her caregiver daughter, Jenita Streeter; two stepdaughters, Alisa Streeter and Nikki Streeter; one sister, Jacqueline Washington; three brothers, John (Dorothy) Washington, Robert Washington, Tony (Sandra) Washington; two aunts, Canzator Anderson and Julia Parker; three special grandchildren, Teashun Streeter, Zakiyya Streeter and Tamia Streeter; eight other grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a devoted niece, Jeleta (Darryl) Wilson of Orlando, Fla.; a host of godchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on August 5, 2011 )
Linda M. Strickland, 61, of Palatka, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2009, at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs following an extended illness. A native of Dothan, Ala., she had lived in Palatka since 1961, coming from Dothan. Linda loved the beach and enjoyed taking trips to Colorado to snowmobile. She was an avid Gators fan and enjoyed playing cards with family and friends. She was a member of St. James United Methodist Church.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Barney and Marilyn Mattox, and a brother, James Ray "Tuffy" Mattox.
She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Larry Strickland; a daughter, Stacey Amaro and husband, Kevin, of Rock Hill, S.C.; five siblings, Stewart Mattox and wife, Rhonda, of Ohio, Susan Eubanks and husband, Kenny, of East Palatka, Christopher Mattox and wife, Pat, of Live Oak, Peggy Packer of Orlando and Mary Mattox of San Mateo; a grandson, Nathan Amaro; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dessie and Joseph D. "Red" Strickland of East Palatka; and a brother-in-law, the Rev. Randy Strickland and wife, Carolyn, of Oviedo.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka, with the Rev. Hardy B. Sandlin III officiating.
Visitation will be Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Flowers are gratefully accepted, or memorial donations may be made in Linda's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, Central and North Florida Chapter, 378 Center Pointe Circle, Suite 1280, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 or by phone to the Alzheimer's Association at (800) 272-3900.
Memorials and condolences can be sent to the family at www.JohnsonOverturfFunerals.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.
(St Augustine Record, 11/4/2009)
Raymond Clark Strickland, 85, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Aug. 16, 2010, at Coral Landing.
He was a native and lifelong resident of St. Augustine. He was retired from the Florida East Coast Railway. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Graveside services with Navy honors will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, with the Rev. Pat Turner-Sharpton officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Craig Funeral Home. Those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Haven Hospice, 6400 St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32117.
He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Jenny Johnson (Philip), Karen Adams (Mike) and Laurel Huff (Ronnie), all of St. Augustine; sons and daughters-in-law, Raymond C. Strickland (Linda) of West Palm Beach, Fla., and David E. Strickland (Patty) of St. Augustine; brother, Milton Strickland (Bonnie) of Elkton, Fla.; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 8/17/2010)
David Carl Strobeck Jr., 26, entered into rest June 26, 2008, from a motor vehicle accident. David was born April 18, 1982, in St. Augustine. He recently resided in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Milford, Conn., Allentown, Pa., and Harrisonburg, Va.
A celebration of David's life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 5, 2008, at the home of Marge and Jack Pikula, 621 Howard Place, St Augustine, Fla. 32086.
He is survived by his mother, Jennie St. John-Strobeck; Steven Gray; sister, Joyce Strobeck; brothers, Mike Hunter, Austin Smith and Ricky Smith; father figure, Richard Smith; grandparents, Marge and Jack Pikula; the love of his life, Cheryl Bebon; and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Although he will be sorely missed by the family and friends he has left behind, we must realize he has gone to his true home in Heaven where his father, David C. Strobeck Sr., awaited him.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of the local arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/03/08)
Kenneth Raymond Strole, 81, of St. Augustine, died July 15, 2007, at Moultrie Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Strole was a native of Lamont, Mo., and had resided in St. Augustine for about 10 years. Mr. Strole served in the U.S. Army and the Merchant Marines and was the retired vice president for a loan company. He was an alumnus of the University of Missouri and was of the Baptist faith.
Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Calling hours: 5-7 p.m. at Craig Funeral Home. Burial: St. Augustine Memorial Park.
Survivors: His wife, Mildred Strole and three nieces. He was predeceased by his brother, Thomas Strole.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home & Crematory.
(St Augustine Record, 07/17/07)
Mildred "Millie" Strole, 87, died June 15, 2009, at Moultrie Creek.
She was a beloved wife, sister and aunt and was predeceased by her husband of more than 50 years, Kenneth Strole. Millie had worked for the FBI and later for Macy's. Survivors include her sisters, Alma Beal and Jonnie Radford; and nieces, Robin Davenport and Luanne Armstrong. Millie had many friends in her life, and she will be missed by all who knew her.
The visitation will be Wednesday from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by the funeral at 10 a.m. at Craig Funeral Home. A private burial will follow.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 06/17/09)
Helen M. Stroner, 94, of St. Augustine, Fla., and formerly of Fox River Grove, died peacefully of renal failure April 9, 2010, at Hadlow Hospice Center, Jacksonville, Fla., surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Oct. 10, 1915, in Stickney, Ill., the daughter of Anton and Erna (Bem) Rench.
She attended Trinity High School in River Forest, Ill. She retired from Jewel Tea Company in Barrington, Ill. She was an active member of senior citizen clubs in Fox River Grove and Crystal Lake, where she was an enthusiastic golfer, bowler and card player. She was a prolific reader, crossword puzzle aficionado, excellent cook and keeper of bohemian culture and traditions. She was a most beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother as well as a loyal friend. She will be cherished and missed, but her memory will be eternal.
Survivors include her daughter, Sandra S. (Kenneth) Sivulich, St. Augustine; granddaughter, Elizabeth S. (Charles Patrick) Hunter, St. Augustine, great-granddaughters, Julianne and Katherine Hunter, St. Augustine; nephews, Richard (Sharon) Rench, St. Augustine, Deacon William (Norma) Stroner, Wheaton, Ill., Daniel (Irene) Strait, Austin; nieces, Nancy Cody, McHenry, Ill., Joan Stroner, Chicago; and many great-nieces, -nephews and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. Stroner.
Visitation will be Thursday, April 15, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Road, Cary, IL 60013.
Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2010, at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Cary. Burial will be at St. John Cemetery.
Memorial donations would be appreciated to Northeast Florida Community Hospice, Hadlow Center, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
For information, call (847) 639-3817 or go to kahlemoore.com.
Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, Cary, Ill., is in charge.
(St Augustine Record, 4/13/2010)
Courtney Lee Strong, born March 6, 1984, suddenly and unexpectedly passed in her mother"s arms at her home on April 29, 2010, at the age of 26. Courtney was born in Port Jefferson, N.Y., however, resided most of her life in St. Augustine, Fla. She excelled in exceptional student education and was adored by many and touched so many hearts including but not limited to her peers, teachers and therapists.
Her smile was contagious and could light up a room. Despite her physical challenges, she never gave up with her struggles in life and was involved in many activities while residing with her mother, including Special Olympics.
Totally devoted to her family including many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins, she is survived by her mother, Carol Strong of St. Augustine, Fla.; her father, Raymond J. Strong Jr., NYFD, New York City, N.Y.; her brother, SSgt. Raymond J. Strong III, U.S. Air Force, and his wife. Michelle Strong; their daughters; her nieces, Vada and Tiffani Strong; and her sister Amber Elizabeth Strong, who also is physically challenged with cerebral palsy.
Courtney had a special love for babies and dogs, and would often take special trips with her mom to see the babies at Flagler Hospital. A very special thank you goes to her brother, Raymond from their mother who assisted in her care while growing up along with her physically challenged sister as a single parent her mother depended on her brother Raymond for support and he in turn made all their lives less difficult. Courtney was precious and a joy to be around. Words cannot describe her effect on all who knew her and she will be missed tremendously. Courtney had the gift of unconditional love and she will live on forever in our hearts. She is truly our angel and finally at peace.
Visitation will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Craig Funeral Home, 1475 Old Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, Fla.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 5/1/2010)
Spencer Erik Jude Stroud, 2, of Longwood, Fla., passed Saturday, May 22, 2010 at South Seminole Hospital in Longwood.
Spencer is survived by his parents William E. Stroud IV and Erika (Nazworth) Stroud, a native of St. Augustine; his brothers, Cody, 16, and Wes, 9; and twin sister, Savannah, 2; and his grandparents, Peggy and Rick Nazworth, and Julia W. Stroud and William Exum Stroud, III.
Services will be held Friday, May 28, 2010, at Northland Church, 530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750.
Viewing is from 4 to 7 p.m with services at 7 p.m.
Balwin Fairchild East Altamonte Chapel is in charge of the arrangements, (407) 831-2031.
(St Augustine Record, 5/27/2010)
Edward Elmo Stroupe passed away Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fla. from complications following heart transplant surgery.
He was born on August 12, 1951, to the late Mr. & Mrs. Elmo Stroupe, Jr. of Grand Junction, Tenn., and moved to St. Augustine in 2003 where he retired and worked part time as the "A" Street Beach Toll Collector and also at AutoZone.
Ed was an avid Jacksonville Jaguar Football and NASCAR fan and spent many hours a day of his life telling jokes, playing cards, shooting pool and just enjoying fellowship with all of his friends at the local Elks Lodge #829 in St. Augustine.
Ed will be fondly remembered forever by his beloved wife and best friend, Susan; his son, Edward Elmo Stroupe, Jr. & wife, Paulette of Orlando, Fla.; his daughters, Amanda Stroupe and partner Mike of Orlando, Fla. and Amy Ott & husband, David of Jacksonville, Fla.; a brother, David Stroupe & wife Cindy of Sequatchie, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Eathen & Madison; and his beloved dog, Tiger, who will miss his loving care. He enjoyed being with his family, grilling steaks and having those special "Stroupe Adventures."
A private celebration/memorial service will be held at the Elks Lodge in St. Augustine.
Those wishing may make a contribution and send it to the American Heart Association in his memory.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory, and Memorial Park is assisting the Stroupe Family. Please visit and sign the online guest book at www.craigfuneralhome.com.
(St Augustine Record, 05/29/08)
Lillian J. Stuart, 95, of St. Augustine, died April 27, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Stuart was a native of Hilden, Fla., and had resided in Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine. She was a homemaker.
Services: 10 a.m. Saturday at Craig Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating: The Rev. David Shokes. Burial: Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors: Her daughter, Phyllis Stuart, Ponte Vedra Beach; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, St. Augustine Police Chief Virgil Stuart, and her son, Virgil Stuart, Jr.
In charge: Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 4/30/08)
Robert G. Stubbs, 85, died Sept. 11, 2008. He was a graduate of the University of Florida. He served as a 1st lieutenant in the Army during World War II, and retired from Citrus Central in Orlando.
Services will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 9/13/08)
Gladys Sturman, 93, St. Augustine, passed away at Moultrie Creek on Oct. 25, 2009.
Gladys was born in Manhattan, N.Y., and lived on Staten Island, N.Y., for many years, where she raised her family and helped her husband with his fur business. After moving to Florida, they resided at Allegro for several years.
She was a devoted and loving wife and mother and is survived by her husband of 73 years, Sam; two daughters, Jacqueline Neus of New York and Elaine Herskovitz of St. Augustine; four grandchildren, Jordan, Joseph, Andrew and Kristin; and five great-grandchildren.
Private services were held at Craig Memorial Park Cemetery.
(St Augustine Record, 10/27/2009)
Sam Sturman, former Staten Island, N.Y., furrier, died on Nov. 26, 2010, at Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in St. Augustine, Fla.
Sam was born in Manhattan, N.Y., on Dec. 1, 1910. He was a graduate of Stuyvesant High School in New York. In 1935, he married Gladys Krisky, also from Manhattan. They lived for a few years in Washington state and Oregon, where Sam became interested in learning the fur business and worked in the industry.
They moved back to New York and settled in Staten Island. There they raised two daughters. For more than 40 years, Sam was the owner of Sturman Furs. His many customers were loyal and appreciative of his fine work as a furrier.
Sam and Gladys were married for more than 73 years. In 2005, the Sturmans moved to St. Augustine, Fla. They lived for a few years at the Allegro Senior Lifestyle at Harbor Island. Gladys passed away in 2009 at the age of 93. Sam lived for a while at Emeritus at St. Augustine before entering Moultrie Creek.
As a young child, Sam loved boxing and baseball. He accumulated an expansive knowledge of these sports. Throughout his long life, watching these sporting events on TV gave him pleasure. Sam had a talent for writing. He wrote letters to the editor of various newspapers and often got them published. One favorite topic was his ideas concerning world peace.
People remember Sam by his positive attitude and sense of humor and his eagerness to help others. He had a lifelong love of the card game poker.
Sam is survived by two daughters, Jacqueline Neus of Queens, N.Y., and Elaine Herskovitz of St. Augustine, Fla.; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a brother, Max, of San Diego, Calif.
Arrangements were handled by Craig Funeral Home, St. Augustine, Fla., including a private service at Craig Memorial Park Cemetery.
(St Augustine Record, November 28, 2010)
Thomas F. Suddeth Sr., 61, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Houston, Texas, on June 4, 2011.
Born in St. Augustine, Thomas was a 1969 graduate of St. Augustine High. He later attended and graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y., and from there moved about the country working as a lead chef at several fine restaurants and resorts.
Toward the end of his career, Thomas served as the culinary director for the Houston Texas District School System. He loved his family, cooking, knife-making and motorcycles.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Dianne, and his children, all residing in Houston, Texas: William, Matthew (Anna), Paul (Brandi), Tommy (Rosimar), Hollie (Jacob) Coble and Susan.
He will be greatly missed by eight grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Elsie Suddeth, of St. Augustine; his brother, Robert (Judi), of St. Augustine; and his sister, Deborah (Richard) Manley, of Reston, Va.
Thomas was preceded in death by his father, William Franklin Suddeth Sr., and his brother, William Franklin Suddeth Jr.
A memorial service was held in Houston, Texas, on June 9, 2011. A private family gathering will be held in St. Augustine to remember and celebrate Tom"s life on Aug. 10, 2011.
Friends and family will miss this gentle soul but can find comfort in knowing that he now rests with the Lord.
Brookside Funeral Home, Cypress Creek, Houston, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on July 19, 2011 )
William F. "Frank" Suddeth Jr., 64, passed away peacefully on Jan. 21, 2010, at his home in the loving care and comfort of his family.
Frank, a native of St. Augustine and graduate of St. Augustine High School Class of 1962, was a well-known and honored local historian, teacher and artist.
Having served in the USAF from 1963 to 1967, he later graduated with a bachelor of science in education from the University of Florida.
Between 1971 and 1996 he taught history in St. Johns County schools. During this time, he expanded his passion for history by working as a part-time park ranger at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, continuing in his grandfather Matthew Suddeth"s footsteps, the elder having been a guide at the Castillo in the 1920s.
In retirement, Frank continued as a volunteer at the fort and worked as a licensed city tour guide, serving as an ambassador of goodwill to all who met him on the streets of the Ancient City.
In his spare time, Frank drew and published several historical children"s coloring books and books on military uniforms. In addition, he created a Florida History Educational Series used by school groups visiting the city. A member of the St. Augustine Historical Society and the Spanish Garrison of St. Augustine, Frank was a local re-enactor of both the Spanish and British Colonial periods.
In 1994 Frank was honored by his nomination and induction into the Company of Military Historians.
Frank"s enthusiasm for life and endearing love for his family, friends and St. Augustine will be fondly remembered and cherished by all those fortunate enough to have been touched by his warmth and gentle kindness.
Frank is survived by his loving mother, Elsie M. Suddeth, St. Augustine; his brothers and sisters-in-law; Robert and Judith Suddeth, St. Augustine, and Thomas and Diane Suddeth, Houston, Texas; his sister and brother-in-law, Deborah and Richard Manley, Reston, Va.; by his 14 loving nieces and nephews; and a large extensive family of friends.
He is sadly preceded in death by his father, William F. Suddeth Sr., and by his daughter, Jennifer Suddeth.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at Anastasia Baptist Church with the Rev. David Moore and the Rev. Ron Moore officiating. Interment with military honors conducted by the St. Augustine Garrison will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
A visitation of family and friends will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
Flowers will be graciously accepted, or donations may be given in his memory to St. Augustine Garrison, 1960 U.S. 1 South, PMB 193, St. Augustine, FL 32086.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 1/24/2010 - 1/25/2010
Norma Mary (Jones) Suek, of St. Augustine Beach, died May 23, 2009, in Jacksonville Memorial Hospital after a valiant fight with the aftermath of a stroke.
Born July 30, 1925, she was raised in Salford, England, and was employed as a telephone operator and communications scrambler during WWII. In June 1944 she married Roy G. Suek of the U.S. Army Air Corps and immigrated to Kent, Ohio, in 1946.
The family moved to Avon Lake, Ohio, where she was employed at Cardinal Savings and Loan and was active in politics until her retirement in 1982. The family moved to Tavanier, Fla., and then to St. Augustine Beach in 1994.
She is survived by Roy, her husband of 65 years; son, Keith; brother, Alfred Jones of St. Augustine; sister, Audrey Hulse, and sister-in-law, Barbara Jones, both of Palm Coast. Private services are pending.
Craig Funeral Home, Crematory and Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 05/27/09)
Yolanda T. Sujdak, 95, St. Augustine, died Sept. 25, 2008 at Flagler Hospital. She was born in Piedmont, Italy and had resided in St. Augustine since 1997, moving here from Gainesville. She was a retired bookkeeper. She was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church and was a very avid bingo player.
Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. Saturday (Today) at St. Johns Family Funeral Home, 385 S.R. 207. Prayers will be recited at 5 p.m.
Interment will held at a later date at St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Connecticut.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to your favorite charity.
She is survived by her son, George Sujdak and his wife, Linda; one brother, Carl T. Musso, all of St. Augustine; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 9/28/08)
Jennie Suleski, born Sept. 17, 1911, died Dec. 5, 2009, at St. Augustine Health and Rehab.
She is joining her husband, Anthony Suleski, who died in March 1982. Jennie was born in Detroit, Mich., moved to Poland, and then came back to the United States when she was 17.
She was a devoted wife and mother and she loved to sew. She delighted in her grandchildren and missed them when she moved to St. Augustine in 1998. She was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
She is survived by her five children, Stanley Suleski of New York, Carolyn Embury and Diana Duffy, both of St. Augustine, Joseph Suleski, Pa., and Jone Suleski, of Kodiak, Alaska; a sister, Tessie Babinski, New Jersey; and 15 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter.
A memorial service will take place in New York in the spring.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/6/2009)
A funeral Mass celebrating the life of Claire M. Sullivan, 66, of Palm Coast will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. at Santa Maria del Mar Catholic Church, 915 N. Central Ave., Flagler Beach.
Claire passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, at her home. She was born on Dec. 15, 1942, in New York City to the late Charles A. and Dora H. Sullivan (Kelly). She was a graduate of Hunter College where she earned her bachelor of arts degree in psychology, master's degree in special education and completed a sixth year program in supervision/administration. She had an extensive work history including positions as director of services for children and youth at the New York Association for the Blind; supervisor of special education programs for the Board Of Cooperative Educational Services of Southern Westchester; principal of the readiness pre-school for the New York Institute for Special Education in Bronx, N.Y.; teacher at St. Agnes Hospital in White Plains, N.Y. Children's Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of the U.S. Navy League.
Survivors include her sisters, Kathleen and her husband, Christopher McKenna, and Helen Sullivan; brother, David and his wife, Patricia Sullivan, all of Palm Coast; and six nieces and nephews. The legacy she leaves behind is the difference she made in the lives of children with special needs and all those who knew her.
Memorial contributions in her name may be made to Food For The Poor, www.foodforthepoor.org or The Smile Train Foundation, www.smiletrain.org.
Arrangements are under the trust and care of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home. For online condolences. go to www.craigflaglerpalms.com "online obituaries".
(St Augustine Record, 10/11/2009)
Marjorie A. Sullivan, 81, a longtime resident of St. Augustine, died at Flagler Hospital on Nov. 15, 2010.
She was born Jan. 14, 1929, and is survived by her six children, Mary Ann, Kathy, John, Patty, Brian and Terry. She had five grandchildren and one great-grandson.
A memorial service will be held at the Cathedral-Basilica at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010. All friends and family members are invited to attend.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is assisting the family.
(St Augustine Record, November 17, 2010)
Paul H. Sullivan, 49, loving husband to Judy for 22 years, dedicated and caring father of Casey (21) and Chelsey (18) passed away Dec. 31, 2007, at Baptist Memorial Heart Hospital in Jacksonville. For the past year he has thoroughly enjoyed working as the technical manager for the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville, Ariz. Paul had a generous spirit, a kind nature and was always willing to sacrifice for others. He had an affinity for magic, science fiction, technical theatre, theatre safety, and animals. He was a computer aficionado who was always willing to lend a hand and taught computer literacy to adults and children in Adrian, Mich. He found enjoyment in fishing and camping with his girls along with the occasional movie. Always armed with a few jokes, you could forever depend on Paul for a good laugh. His wonderful sense of humor and hearty laugh will be sorely missed.
A Dignified Alternative-Hatcher Cremations in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/05/08)
Dixie E. Sulser, 80, of St. Augustine, died July 22, 2008, at Flagler Hospital.
She was born in Birmingham, Ala., and had lived there for most of her life before moving to St. Augustine in 1999. While living in Birmingham, Dixie worked as an office manager for Vulcan Insurance Agency for many years and was a longtime member of Roebuck Park Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school for 40 years. In St. Augustine, she was an active member of Anastasia Baptist Church.
A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2008, at Anastasia Baptist Church with the Rev. Walter West officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to: Anastasia Baptist Church Building Fund, 1650 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Martha Shelley; her first husband, Robert E. Radcliff; her second husband, William R. Sulser; and brothers, Pete Shelley, Jack Shelley and Jimmy Shelley.
She is survived by her daughter, Gloria Sewell of St. Augustine; a stepdaughter, Beverly Goodman of Birmingham, Ala.; grandchildren, Scott Sewell, Bobbie Haynes, DeWayne Sewell, Andrew Goodman and Ben Goodman; and six great-grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/27/2008
Jesse J. Sumner, 83, of St. Augustine, went home to be with the Lord following a long illness on Jan. 13, 2009, at his home.
Jesse was a veteran of three wars, having served his country with honor in the Navy, Air Force and the Reserves.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Hazel Sumner, her children and grandchildren.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 01/15/09)
Patricia M. Surratt (nee Greene), 75, of St. Augustine, died on July 20, 2009, at Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine. She was a native of Baltimore, having moved to St. Augustine in 1999 from Portland, Ore. Mrs. Surratt was an active member of Christ Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church in St. Augustine.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Millard P. Surratt of St. Augustine; a sister, Kathleen King of Maryland; a brother, Owen Egeberg of Delaware; god-daughter and niece, Tracey Taylor Ridolfi of Pennsylvania; a nephew, James King of Washington; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Martha and Tracey Greene; brothers, Arthur and Eugene Egeberg; and sisters, Peggie Taylor and Betty Whitlock.
Funeral services and interment will be held in Baltimore later this week.
A memorial service to be held at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church will be announced at a later date. Those desiring may make memorial donations to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org.
St. Johns Family is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 07/22/09)
Dorothy M. Sutliff of St. Augustine, passed away peacefully Nov. 13, 2009, at the Ponce Care Center. She was 93 years old.
Mrs. Sutliff was a kind and loving lady who was dedicated to her husband, her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also a devout member of Anastasia Baptist Church for many years. She will be missed and forever in the hearts of all that loved and knew her.
Survivors include her husband, Lester D. Sutliff Jr.; her son: Lester D. Sutliff III; grandchildren: David W., Robert A., and Deana R. Sutliff; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by another son, William "Bill" K. Sutliff.
The family will receive friends at a visitation, Monday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. The Funeral Service conducted by Rev. Ron Moore and Rev. Walter West will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. Both the visitation and the funeral will be at Craig Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Craig Memorial Park.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/15/2009)
Mildred Moseley Whatley Suttle, 76, of Penney Farms, Fla., passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2010. Mildred (Dot) was born in Cordova, Ala., June 10, 1933, to William Edgar Moseley and Estelle Peavey Mosley.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Theodore Ralph Whatley Sr., sister Fannie Mosely Lacey, brothers William Fredrick Mosely and Harwell Peavey Mosely.
Mildred is survived by her husband Robert Lemuel Suttle; sisters Ruth Moseley King and Janie Moseley Akridge; sons Theodore Ralph Whatley Jr. of Lake Worth, Fla., and his wife Julie, William Edgar Mosely Whatley of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., and his wife Kate; and grandchildren Grace Whatley Freigi and husband Fadi, Hilary Whatley Hart and husband Roger, Theodore Whatley III, Dottie Jean Whatley, Victoria Whatley and Lily Mae Whatley; great-grandchildren Sammy Freigi, Ian Hart and Julian Freigi; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mildred received her bachelor"s degree from Birmingham Southern College and her master"s degree from The University of Alabama. She taught math at The Mather School in Buford, S.C., Palm Beach Junior College, Bethune Cookman College, and Howard University. She was also director of Institutional Research at Palm Beach Junior College.
She spent several years living in Naples, Italy, while her husband Dr. Theodore Whately served in the U.S. Navy in the Mediterranean. She later worked with her husband Robert Suttle in real estate investment and management. She enjoyed the beach with her dogs while living at Crescent Beach, and throughout her life: sailing, square dancing, cruising, singing with Sweet Adelines, watercolor painting, crossword puzzles and suduko.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Broadus-Raines Chapel. Funeral services in her honor will be held at Penney Farms Memorial Church on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at 1 pm. Interment will follow at Penney Farms Cemetery, Penney Farms. Please sign the family"s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, Fla., 32043.
(St Augustine Record, 4/5/2010)
Michea Janea Swain, 26, a lifelong resident of St. Augustine, passed away on Feb. 13, 2010, at Flagler Hospital after a long illness. She attended local primary, junior high schools, and St. Augustine High School. She was a member of E.A. Kelley Sr. Memorial COGIC.
Machea left cherished memories in the heart of her mother, Sheila Swain, St. Augustine; sisters, Jaquetta and Maya Swain, East Hampton, N.J., and Emiko Swain, St. Augustine; brother, James Robinson; grandparents, Carl and Juanita Lewis; aunts, Deborah (John) Rice and Shemeeka Lewis; uncle, Carlton (Denise) Lewis, all of St. Augustine; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and caring friends.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday Feb. 20, 2010, at E.A. Kelley Sr. Memorial COGIC, Elder Donald Kelley, pastor. A viewing will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the church and from noon Saturday until the hour of service.
Leo C. Chase & Son Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 2/19/2010)
Deacon Willie Swain, 91, died March 21, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. He was a lifelong resident of St. Augustine and he served his country during World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Lillie Bell Swain; daughter, Willie Jean Wilkerson; grandchildren, other relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son, and granddaughters.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church with The Rev. Randy Hezekiah, pastor, officiating. Calling hours are 5-9 p.m. today at Chase Chapel and from 10 a.m. until the hour of services at the church. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery.
(St Augustine Record, 3/26/2010)
Burleigh L. Swan Jr. died on Saturday, April 12, 2008.
He was born in Lawrence, Mass., on May 14, 1913. Educated in Methuen, Mass., schools, he graduated from McIntosh School of Accounting and worked for H.P. Hood Co. in Charlestown, Mass., for 35 years as a manager in the accounting and auditing department.
Mr. Swan later moved to Windham, N.H., and became Town Treasurer. Upon retirement, he became a salesman for Deltona Corp. In 1982, he moved to St. Augustine permanently.
Mr. Swan was a member of Memorial Presbyterian Church, was a life member of Ashlar Lodge, member of Shores Recreation Club and active in other civic affairs for many years.
Preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Edna, Mr. Swan leaves one son, Philip (Patricia) Swan; two granddaughters, Jennifer M. DaSilva and Jean M. McGaw; and two great-grandchildren, Anthony and Mia DaSilva.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 16, at the Memorial Presbyterian Church in St. Augustine.
(St Augustine Record, 4/26/08)
Burton I. Swan, 88, passed away on March 16, 2009, in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Burt was born in St. Augustine, Fla., on Dec. 27, 1920, at the Florida East Coast Hospital to John and Alma Swan. John worked for the Florida East Coast Railway and was a member of the Warren G. Harding Initiation class of the St. Augustine Elks No. 829 the following February.
During their early years in St. Augustine, the family lived in the Fullerwood area and on Washington Street on the Maria Sanchez Lake. Burt attended Fullerwood Elementary School (as did his daughter-in-law and two grandchildren). The family moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where Burt graduated from Case Western High School and entered Ohio University. World War II interrupted his college career and he served as a sergeant in the Army Supply Corps. After the war, he graduated from Ohio University magna cum laude with a degree in business and a minor in agriculture. While at college he met and married Virginia Belle Vaughan, also of Cleveland, where the couple settled and had a son and two daughters. In 1952, the family moved to Florida, eventually living in St. Petersburg, where Burt worked in the insurance business.
During the early '60s, Burt became district sales manager for Nationwide Insurance on the west coast of Florida and the family settled in New Smyrna Beach. In the late '60s, Burt opened Burt Swan Insurance on the north side of St. Petersburg. Burt and Ginny were very active in community affairs; he was president of the St. Petersburg Optimist Club and treasurer of the Elks Club No. 1224. In the early '80s Burt retired, and he and Ginny traveled the U.S. in an RV, eventually wintering in St. Petersburg and spending summers in Boone, N.C., in the Swan Fun Farm, Mountain Division.
After 60 years of marriage, Ginny passed away in 2005.
Burt is survived by a son, Doug (Diana) Swan of St. Augustine; and two daughters, Sheryl Peterson of St. Petersburg and Laurel Stemper (Bob) of Libertyville, Ill.; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
A celebration of live will be held at the St. Petersburg Elks Lodge No. 1224 on April 5, 2009, at 3 p.m.
R. Lee Williams Funeral Home, St. Petersburg, in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 03/31/09)
Alicia Ann Swaim-Permenter, 46, of St. Augustine, absent with the body Aug. 7, 2011, now present with the Lord.
She was born Nov. 22, 1964, in Detroit, Mich. She attended Florida Community College in Jacksonville, Fla.
She left behind six children, the eldest, 20-year-old Jeremy-Kyle, the youngest, 4-year-old Lacey Anna-Sky, 13-year-old Jacob Warren, 11-year-old Jared Lee, 10-year-old Jesse Cole and 8-year-old Alicia Michal; father, Wendell Warren Swaim; brother, Bryan Lee Swaim; half brother, Poul Richard Swaim; mother, Judith Ann; half brother, Ron William.
A memorial service will be held 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011, at St. Augustine Assembly of God, 485 Shores Blvd.
Contributions to the Bailey Center Community Hospice is appreciated.
(Published in St. Augustine Record from August 10 to August 13, 2011 )
Clayton "Floyd" Sweat, 72, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of Jan. 9, after watching his beloved Florida Gators win their third BCS National Championship.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and avid Gator fan, Floyd was born March 1, 1936 in Sycamore, Ga. to the late George Lester and Dolly Elizabeth Sweat. A graduate of Hastings High School, he eventually joined the Florida Army National Guard where he subsequently spent over 31 years, retiring as a master sergeant. During his time with the Guard, Floyd served the majority of his career as a finance specialist at the United States Property and Fiscal Office (USP&FO).
He was past president of the Noncommissioned Officers Club (NCO), and past treasurer of Moose Lodge #1017.
Floyd is survived by his wife, Wanda; daughters, Beth (Don) Roberts, Laurie (Kevin) Bauer, Rhonda Masters, Kim Sweat-Foster, Victoria (Joshua) Boynton, and Carol Matkowski; sons, John (Jennifer) Curry, Sr. and Randy (Debbie) Sweat; and sister, Lillian (Cecil) White.
He is also survived by grandchildren Kaitlyn Roberts, Michael and Emily Bauer, Todd and Zach Williams and Savannah White, Marina and Makali Foster, Mary, Jennifer, and Christopher Matkowski, JJ, Amber, Hannah, and Crystal Curry and Tayler Wingo and Danny Sweat; and great-grandchildren Nicholas Kane and Clayton and Hayleigh White.
He was also preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home with services at 1 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dr. Patrick Turner-Sharpton officiating. A full military graveside service will follow immediately afterward at Evergreen Cemetery.
Flowers are appreciated or you may make a donation in Floyd's memory to your favorite charity.
Arrangements by Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park.
(St Augustine Record, 01/14/09)
Helen Martin Sweat, 87, passed away Monday morning, March 10, 2008, at Pierce County Nursing Home following a long illness. She was born in Providence, R.I., and was a resident of St. Augustine for many years prior to moving to the Waycross area in 1986. She was the wife of a retired Navy sailor and lived in many areas inside and outside of the United States prior to her husband's retirement.
Preceding her in death was her husband of 51 years, Earl Sweat, who was a native of Dixie Union; her parents, Edwin and Teresa Kirby Martin of Providence, R.I.; her mother and father-in-law, Alfred and Mamie Sweat of Waycross; two brothers, Edwin and Albert Martin of California; sister, Mary Prunty of Ohio; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Ernest and Bernice Sweat of Blackshear and Jessie and Carrie Crawford of Waycross; and a great-grandson, Canaan of Illinois.
Survivors include two sons, Jim Sweat (wife Jewell) and Randy Sweat (wife Sandy), both of Waycross; two daughters, Janet Boyd (husband Danny) of Waycross and Joanne Gomez (husband Jose) of Orange Park; one sister, Peggy Giagrande of Providence; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday (March 12, 2008) at the Music Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Hephzibah Cemetery in Dixie Union. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com
(St Augustine Record, 3/11/08)
Willie Thomas Sweat, 73, of Palatka, died Dec. 9, 2007, at Putnam Community Medical Center following a brief illness. Mr. Sweat was a native of Sumner, GA, raised in Hastings and had resided in Palatka for the past 32 years, coming from Seaford, Del. Mr. Sweat was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served his country during the Korean War. He was a retired truck driver and he was of the Baptist faith.
Services: Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Oak Hill East Cemetery. The U.S. Army will bestow military honors. Calling hours: 6 to 8 p.m. today at Masters Funeral Home of Palatka. Burial: Oak Hill East Cemetery.
Survivors: His wife, Helen Sweat, Palatka; daughters, Georgianna Casselbury, Laurel, Del., and Susan Givens, Georgetown, Del.; one son, David Sweat, Apopka; one sister, Lillian White, Hastings; one brother, Floyd Sweat, St. Augustine; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Cindy Sweat Reid.
In charge: Masters Funeral Home of Palatka.
(St Augustine Record, 12/11/07)
Teddy D. Sweeton, 61, of the Hammock, passed away on Friday, May 7, 2010.
He was a Marine Corps veteran. He had owned and operated Ted's Sprinkler Service for 25 years.
A service will be held 5:30 p.m. on Friday at the Hammock Community Center, 69 Malacompra Road, Hammock, Fla.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 5/13/2010)
James Thomas "Jim" Sygenda, of St. Augustine, Fla., formerly of Chicago, Ill., Holland, Pa., Buck Hill Falls, Pa., and Naples, Fla., passed away suddenly on Nov. 9, 2008. Mr. Sygenda was born in Chicago Ill., on April 21, 1932, and was a graduate of De La Salle High School, Chicago, Ill., and Loyola University, Chicago, Ill. He also received his MBA from the University of Chicago.
Jim was employed by UARCO Business Forms for more than 30 years and served in a variety of sales capacities, including regional manager in the Mid Atlantic Region. Jim's outgoing nature and leadership qualities were recognized early by the company, which named him their youngest district manager ever.
He retired in 1992 with his wife, LaVerne, to pursue his love of travel, water gardening and bridge. LaVerne and Jim were married for more than 54 years. She is a former art teacher and an accomplished painter, and Jim enjoyed accompanying her on many trips to locations that LaVerne memorialized in oil.
In recent years Jim and LaVerne roamed the world, visiting Italy, Spain, Poland, Mexico, the Panama Canal and other destinations. Traveling was a particular joy for him, and he threw himself into investigations of culture, language and sites of interest in each place he visited.
But such interest was not reserved for remote destinations. Every trip for Jim was a discovery, whether to the post office, the grocery store or the corner deli. Each was filled with human connection, interesting facts and friendship. Jim will be remembered by his wife, daughters and grandchildren as the most honest, hard-working and inspirational role model imaginable.
Jim's most recent passion was bridge. He was active in the St. Augustine Bridge Club and served as officer in recent years. The club provided him with precious friends and competitors who will miss him dearly.
In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by three daughters, Susan (John Benson), Kim (Bob Komarnicki) and Julie Sygenda; grandchildren, Amanda Komarnicki, Peter Komarnicki, James McCormick, Kelly McCormick and Sam Benson; sister, Gloria Banich; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his son, James Sygenda, M.D.
Jim will be always remembered as the most supportive and involved parent and grandparent, as well as a devoted husband.
The visitation will be Wednesday at Craig Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. with prayers at 5 p.m. The funeral Mass will be Thursday at 9 a.m. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. Burial will be in Pennsylvania.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory Memorial Park is in charge of arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 11/12/08)
LaVerne M. Cudnowski Sygenda, of St. Augustine, Fla., died on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, at St. Mary Medical Center. She was 75.
She was the beloved wife of 54 years to the late James T. Sygenda. Born in Chicago, Ill., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Stephanie Topolski Cudnowski.
LaVerne was a resident of St. Augustine, Fla., for eight years. Before that, she lived in Holland, Buck Hill Falls, Pa., and Atlanta, Ga.
LaVerne was a former art teacher in the Morrisville, Pa., and Camden, N.J., school districts. She was an accomplished painter who studied at the Chicago Art Institute and received a bachelor's degree from Temple University and master's degree from the Tyler School of Art.
Her husband, Jim, enjoyed accompanying her on many trips around the world to locations that she would memorialize in oil. She will always be remembered as a very supportive mother and dedicated grandmother.
Mother of the late James Sygenda, MD, she is survived by her children and their spouses: Susan Benson and her husband, John, of Holland, Julie Sygenda of Media, Pa., and Kim Komarnicki and her husband, Robert, of Parkesburg, Pa.; and a brother, Norbert Cudnowski, of Ft. Myers, Fla. She is also survived by her dear five grandchildren, Amanda, Peter, James, Sam and Kelly and Sam as well as several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. until her funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966. Interment will take place at Seese Hill Cemetery, Canadensis, Pa.
Arrangements by Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, Richboro, Pa. www.fluehr.com.LaVerne was a former art teacher in the Morrisville, Pa., and Camden, N.J., school districts. She was an accomplished painter who studied at the Chicago Art Institute and received a bachelor's degree from Temple University and master's degree from the Tyler School of Art.
Her husband, Jim, enjoyed accompanying her on many trips around the world to locations that she would memorialize in oil. She will always be remembered as a very supportive mother and dedicated grandmother.
Mother of the late James Sygenda, MD, she is survived by her children and their spouses: Susan Benson and her husband, John, of Holland, Julie Sygenda of Media, Pa., and Kim Komarnicki and her husband, Robert, of Parkesburg, Pa.; and a brother, Norbert Cudnowski, of Ft. Myers, Fla. She is also survived by her dear five grandchildren, Amanda, Peter, James, Sam and Kelly and Sam as well as several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. until her funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St Bede the Venerable Church 1071 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966. Interment will take place at Seese Hill Cemetery, Canadensis, Pa.
(St Augustine Record, 12/31/08)
Ann S. Symmonds, 74, of St. Augustine, died on April 28, 2010, at Flagler Hospital. She was born in East Molesey, United Kingdom, and moved to Connecticut in 1969 from Howick, New Zealand, where she lived with her family. She and her husband of 55 years retired to St. Augustine in 1999. Prior to retiring, Ann worked as a human resource manager for several firms in the Hartford, Conn. area and as office manager for her husband"s engineering firm.
Ann was a master quilter and a talented seamstress and doll maker, making many dolls and quilts that she gifted to family members and often donated to charity. She traveled extensively around the world with her young family and is remembered by her friends and family as a generous and loving mother of three and grandmother of six.
She is survived by her husband, Barry, of St. Augustine; a daughter, Lesley Symmonds, of Jacksonville; sons, Nicholas Symmonds of Roanoke, Va., and Kim Symmonds of Burlington, Conn.; as well as six grandchildren.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
(St. Augustine Record on 5/11/2010
Barry D. Symmonds, 79, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 4, 2011 at Samantha Wilson Care Center at Bayview.
Barry was born in Croydon, UK where he later met and married Ann Brownjohn, his wife of 55 years. Barry and Ann moved to Howick, New Zealand, with their young family and then relocated to Connecticut in 1969. He and Ann founded and operated ERG engineering group in Burlington, Conn., for many years. They moved to Florida where Barry continued his career as a plans examiner for St. John"s County Building Department until his retirement. He enjoyed fishing off St. Augustine Pier, building model planes, ships, and was an avid cook sharing many great meals with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife Ann in 2010. He is survived by their children, Lesley, Nicholas and Kim, and six grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the staff at Flagler Hospital, Bayview, Dr. Christopher Zub and Barry"s many friends who have been a great help to us all during the past few years. Per Barry"s expressed wishes there will be no services. Donations may be made to the Caring Hands-Caring Community at 161 B Marine St., St. Augustine FL 32084 or a charity of choice.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
(Published in St. Augustine Record on September 8, 2011)
Marie L. Snyder, 88, of St. Augustine, died on Sept. 3, 2009, at Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring in Jacksonville.
She was born in Westmoreland Co., Pennsylvania, and had resided in St. Augustine since 1978, moving here from Virginia. Marie loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. She was a longtime member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and was involved in activities at the St. Augustine Shores Riverview Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas Snyder. She is survived by sons, John T. Snyder Jr. of Jacksonville, Frederick W. Snyder of Virginia, Stephen F. Snyder of Deltona, Mark T. Snyder of St. Augustine; a daughter, Carla Haller of St. Augustine; eight grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
A memorial Mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with Rev. William C. Mooney officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to Community Hospice of N.E. Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.
Arrangements by St. Johns Family Funeral Home.
(St Augustine Record, 09/08/09)
Virginia Szy, 73, of St Augustine, Fla., died Dec. 21, 2007, at Flagler Hospital. She was formerly of Allentown, Pa., and Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Memorial services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 3, 2008, at San Sebastian Catholic Church.
She is survived by dear friends Shirley Barszo and family and Chris Shuffield.
Craig Funeral Home Crematory and Memorial Park is in charge of the arrangements.
(St Augustine Record, 12/29/07)
Ted Szymanski passed away peacefully on Jan. 2, 2011 at the Hadlow Hospice Center, Jacksonville.
He is survived by his beloved wife Geraldine of 66 years, and daughter Leslie, son-in-law William Arredondo and two grandchildren, Lauren and Phillip.
A native of West Virginia, he moved to New York in the late thirties and joined the Marine Corps at the outbreak of World War II. He served proudly on the USS Bunker Hill in the south Pacific.
Following the war he had a brief career as a heavy weight prize fighter. Afterwards, he owned two lounges in the theater district in NYC for many years.
He built in St. Augustine 30 years ago and loved the area and entertaining his wide circle of friends over the years.
A memorial service will be held on Jan. 22, 2011 at 9 a.m. at the Corpus Christy RC Church located at U.S. 1 South, St. Augustine.
(St Augustine Record, January 9, 2011)