Clay County, Florida Obituaries
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Saikley, Sean Michael
Born: Thu Jan 28, 1988
Died: Sat Aug 4, 2012
No services to be held. Family to hold services out of state.
SAMUEL, MATTIEREE B.
(March 17, 1921 - October 28, 2011)
Mattieree B. Samuel, 90, of Penney Farms, FL, passed away Friday, October 28,
2011. She was born on March 17, 1921 in Raleigh, NC to parents, Charles and
Mattie Baugh. She had been a teacher and was a former member of Southside Baptist
Church in Jacksonville, FL. Mrs. Samuel was very involved with her church family
and was a dedicated Sunday school teacher. She was preceded in death by her parents
and by her husband, Roland David Samuel. Survivors include her son, Roland David
Samuel; daughters, Debbie Hiatt and husband, Dr. Randy Hiatt and Deedra Florence
DeRosier; dear sister-in-law, Marggie Samuel; 5 grandchildren and 4
great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 10:30 am Monday, October 31, 2011 at
Penney Retirement Community Cemetery with Chaplain Jim Archibald officiating.
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, FL (904) 284-4000.
SANDERS, RACHEL D. MURPHY
Rachel D. Murphy Sanders, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away September
23, 2011. She was born on July 17, 1958 in Jacksonville, FL to Roy and
Verlie Dorsett. A practicing attorney for 26 years, she had law offices
in Palatka, FL. Rachel was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend
and will be deeply missed. Rachel was pre-deceased by her father, Roy
James Dorsett and is survived by her mother, Verlie McCullough Dorsett
of Orange Park, FL; son, Noah Sanders; daughter, Lily Sanders, both of
Fleming Island, FL; brothers, Roy Jay Dorsett of Orange Park, FL and
Scott Dorsett of Fleming Island, FL. A memorial service will be held at
3:00 p.m. Sunday, October 2, 2011 at First Baptist Church of Orange
Park, 1140 Kingsley Ave. Orange Park, FL 32073 with Reverend David
Tarkington officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests
donations to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd.,
Jacksonville, FL 32257. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at
www.broadusraines.com Cremation arrangements under the care of
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs, FL
32043, (904)284-4000.
SAUNDERS, PAUL
April 20, 1951 - October 8, 2011
Paul Saunders, 60, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2011.
He was born on April 20, 1951 in Orange Park, FL to parents, Floyd and Joyce
Saunders. Paul had been employed by FedEx and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed
the outdoors, NASCAR and was an avid football fan. He was preceded in death by his
father and is survived by his mother, Catherine Joyce Saunders; brother, George Saunders;
sister, Cathy Patten (Joey); nieces and nephew, Natalie Patten, Melanie Nielson (Jeff)
and Robbie Patten (Claire) and grandnieces and grandnephews, Chloe, Joey, Ella, Molly Kate,
Jay and Max. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, October 11, 2011 in the
Broadus-Raines Chapel with Rev. Jeff Crawley officiating. Visitation will be one hour
prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Paul’s name may be made
to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257. 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, FL 32043
(904) 284-4000.
SAUNDERS, TRACY LESTER
Tracy Lester Saunders, Jr. 74 of Apollo Beach, Fl, passed away on
Wednesday September 14, 2011. Born in Bainbridge, GA on March 8, 1937
was a retired painting contractor and upstanding member in the Sun City
Center area for over 20 years. Tracy was a beloved father and grandfather.
Survivors include his sons Sean A. Saunders of Brandon and
Tracy L. Saunders of Valrico, Fl., a brother, niece and nephew; Tracy is
also survived by 5 grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held at 1:00
PM Sunday, September 18, 2011 at the Sun City Center Funeral Home, 1851
Rickenbacker Drive, Sun City Center, Fl.
Scanlon, Ruth E.
Ruth E. Scanlon, 80, of Fleming Island, FL passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012.
She was born on May 26, 1931 in Dedham, Massachusetts to parents Wilfred and
Theresa (Cooper) Belanger. Ruth moved to the local area in 2007 from Orlando, FL.
Mrs. Scanlon was of the Catholic faith. Ruth will always be remembered as being
outspoken, animated, a joke teller and had an excellent sense of humor. She is
survived by her son, Michael R. Scanlon; daughter, Dolores R. Foster; grandchildren,
Carly D. McCollum (Charles) and Katie Keller (Bob) and 4 great grandchildren. Please
sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Cremation arrangements
are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Spring,
FL (904) 284-4000.
Schmitz, Alphonse Michael Jr.
Alphonse Michael Schmitz, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather,
and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Fleming Island on Nov 29, 2011.
He was born on March 20, 1931, in Lynn, MA, the son of Alphonse Michael Sr and
Olive Hobbs. He was raised in Portsmouth, NH.
At 17, Al enlisted in the Navy, proudly serving aboard ships in Korea and Vietnam;
taught sonar in Key West where he retired with a distinguished 20-year career. He
also loved his second career as a mail carrier on the island.
He was a member of the local VFW Post 5968 and local Fleet Reserve Assoc Branch 091,
American Legion Post 006, Portsmouth, NH, and Naval Sonarman's Association.
Al has a place in Heaven now with his two sons, Roger Michael and Robert John;
his Mother and Father; two brothers, Buddy and Joe; great-grandson, Carter James,
and dear friends, Nick Pappas and Mary Allen.
Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Cathy, daughters Maggie Grice
(Panama City Beach), Donna Marie Sherych (Jacksonville), Christina JJ (Todd)
Shinovich (Fillmore IN), and son Robert Thomas Schmitz (Coatesville IN). Additional
endearing family are his nephew Gene and niece Joy (both of Portsmouth NH), cousin
Suzi Hafner (Cordtland NY), and 11 adorable grandchildren, Shannan, Roy Douglas,
Cheyenne, Christopher, Benjamin, Emily, Abby, Jake, Brittany, Daniel, and Brylie.
He was blessed with many life-long friends. Frank, Clyde, Nick, Peter V, Jimmy,
Spiro, Fo, Peter C, Jack, and many more.
Al's passions were spending time with his family and grand children, going on trips
to visit friends, fishing, betting at the dog track, playing cards, watching the
Florida Gators, and food (Maine lobsters and fried clams with bellies). He was
inventive over the years, working with his hands building furniture and fixing
anything. He was loving, wise, generous, humorous, and never met a stranger he didn't
like. His family and friends will dearly miss him, and he will be in their hearts
forever.
A memorial service will be held Monday, December 5, 2011 at 11:00 AM at St. Luke's
Catholic Church, Middleburg, FL with Father Paul Grizzell-Reid officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations be made to Community Hospice at
4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, Fl 32257, call 904-886-3883, or online at
www.communityhospice.com. Arrangements by Holly Hill Funeral Home, 3601 Old
Jennings Rd Middleburg, FL. 32068. Please post tributes at www.hollyhillfunerals.com
SCHOEL, STANLEY OTIS
Stanley Otis Schoel, 93, passed away on Tuesday September 20, 2011. He
was born on June 1, 1918 in Birmingham, AL to parents Fred and Ella
Schoel. He lived most of his life in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Stanley
honorably served his country in the United States Army during WWII;
earning the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with 2 Clusters and
the Asiatic Pacific Medal with Bronze Star. He enjoyed living and
traveling worldwide. Stanley attended the University of Alabama, where
he earned a degree in Civil Engineering. He was of the Baptist faith and
a member of the Washington Alpine Club. He also received a Certificate
of Merit from the Alabama Department of Natural Resources. He is
preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his great nephew,
Joseph Tooker; great niece, Abigail D’Esposito and her husband Angelo.
A service will be held at a later date in his memory at Jacksonville
National Cemetery with military honors. Please sign the family's online
guestbook at www.broadusraines.com
Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral
Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.
SCHWEITZER, GARY DAN
(November 20, 1965 - October 23, 2011)
Gary Dan Schweitzer, 45, of Middleburg, FL, passed away unexpectedly October
23, 2011. He was born on November 20, 1965 in Erie, PA to John and Edith
Schweitzer. He had lived in Florida most of his life, coming to the Middleburg
area 15 years ago. Gary was predeceased by his parents and is survived by his fiancé,
Roxanne Berry; brothers, Dennis Schweitzer (wife, Maureen), William Schweitzer,
Danny Schweitzer (wife, Rachel), and Scott Jones; sisters, Nancy Poole (husband,
James), and Tammy Marie Mullins (husband, Tim); an uncle, nieces, nephews and
many friends. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, October 29,
2011 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m.
until the hour of service. Following the service there will be a celebration of
Gary’s life at Danny’s home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your
favorite charity. Cremation arrangements under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral
Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904)284-4000.
Scott, Barry
Barry Gene Scott, September 19, 1949 - January 14, 2012 departed this life at home in
Middleburg FL. A loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and nephew is now with his
mother, Anne Marie (Spellman) Scott, his paternal and maternal grandparents, his
grandniece Keilyn Voltoline and other family members that he loved so much. He
leaves behind to honor his memory, his loving wife of 31 years Pamela Scott, son
Jon McCormick, father Charles Metz Scott, Jr., sisters Janis Scott (Tony Kalenkosky),
Jill Cancello (Floyd), Judy Moss (Bruce), brothers Charles Michael Scott (Marcy Miller),
Leon Miller (Marie Verrett), many loving nieces, nephews, grandnephews, grandniece
and his trusted companions Cedar and Cat.
He attended St. Xavier High School and graduated from Westport High School in Louisville,
Kentucky. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Barry was a
1978 graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.
He was a long standing "Gator" Alumni.
Barry had "blue and orange running through his veins". He was an Operating Engineer
and a proud member of International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local
673. He enjoyed his work as well as his coworkers. He lived his life in Florida
and enjoyed sharing Florida's abundance with his family and friends holding them
close. He loved traveling with his wife and their visits to Disney World, Kentucky,
Colorado, California and New Orleans. He was an avid NFL fan. Barry always had a
smile on his face and a wonderful story to tell. "If you asked Barry what time it was,
he would tell you how to make a watch." He never met a stranger. Barry will be
missed by all who knew him but never forgotten. His wife Pam will deeply miss
her best friend and soul mate.
A celebration of Barry's life is planned for Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 11:00
AM, in the chapel of HARDAGE-GIDDENS RIVERMEAD FUNERAL HOME, 127 Blanding Blvd.
Orange Park, FL 32073.
Donations may be made in his name to Safe Animal Shelter in Middleburg, FL or at
Safeanimalshelter.com. Post tributes at www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com.
Scruggs, David O.
David Olin Scruggs, An honorable US Navy Veteran, a fully committed and devoted
husband until he lost the love of his life on September 11, 2010, a wonderful
father, and a proud grandfather "Papa" & Great Grandfather "G-Papa", born on January
23, 1935, was called home to heaven by God to be reunited with his wife of more than
50 glorious years on January 2, 2012.
He is survived by: Two Daughters and Sons-in-law, Donna & Jimmy Francis and Tina &
Kevin Carmichael, Two Grandchildren, one Grand Son-in-law and one Grand Daughter-in-law,
Melissa & Jason Buchanan and David & Jennifer Francis, Two Great Grandchildren, Karlee
Marie Buchanan and Mason David Francis
One brother, Glenn Scruggs along with countless other family members, co-workers,
and friends.
He was deeply loved and will be sincerely missed by us all!
Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 14, 2012 – 3:00 pm at Hardage-Giddens
Rivermead Funeral Home 127 Blanding Blvd. – Orange Park, 32073
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the charitable organization of
your choice.
Shealey, Estelle “Mama Sue”
Ms. Estelle “Mama Sue” Shealey, 71 of St. Augustine, passed away Monday, July 23,
2012 at The Bailey Center. Ms. Shealey was born July 19, 1941 in Alachua, Florida to
the late David and Lucille (Thomas) Vaughn. She was a former longtime resident of
Orange Dale and Green Cove Springs. She was a Mother and Friend to many, who
affectionately knew her as “Mama Sue”, was a graduate of the Class of 1961 from Santa
Fe High School, a member of Wards Creek Baptist Church, and 3 times Excellent Sales
Winner for Avon.
Ms. Shealey was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 41 years Trammell
Shealey, and 3 sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Johns (Randy) of Nahunta,
GA; sons, David Shealey (JoAnne) and Tommy Shealey (Melissa) of St. Augustine; brothers,
Alton “Buddy” Vaughn (Betty) of Sharon, SC, Jack Vaughn (Myrtle) of Worthington Springs,
and Larry Vaughn (Theresa) of York, SC; sisters, Shirley Johns of La Crosse, FL, and
Joyce Hemphill (Travis) of High Springs; grandchildren, Tommy Shealey, Jr., Jesse Shealey,
Cheyenne Shealey, Destiny Shealey, and Britney Shealey; and numerous Nieces, Nephews,
and Cousins. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, July 27, 2012 at 11 A.M. at
the Newnansville Cemetery in Alachua, Florida with Brother Charles Vickory officiating.
Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. in the Helm-Gallagher
Funeral Home Chapel. The Family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to The
Bailey Center for their care of “Mama Sue”. Flowers are gratefully accepted or
donations can be made in lieu of flowers to The Bailey Center 200 Health Park Blvd.
St. Augustine, FL 32086. Arrangements are under the care of HELM-GALLAGHER FUNERAL
HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 1811 Idlewild Ave. Green Cove Springs, FL 32043.
904-284-9696. www.helmgallagherfh.com
Sheffield, Mary Angela Kehoe Stern
Mary Angela Kehoe Stern Sheffield, 73, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away
Saturday, December 10, 2011. She was born on September 20, 1938 in Cleveland, Ohio
to Robert Leo and Catherine Sarah Kehoe. Mary Angela graduated college in 1956 from
St. Augustine Academy, Cleveland, Ohio. She was of the Catholic faith. Mary Angela
worked as a bookkeeper for Stern’s Swimming Pools for 25 years and later retired
from St. Vincent’s Medical Center. She will always be remembered as a loving wife,
mother, grandmother and friend.
She is survived by her husband, Luther Clinton Sheffield; her children, Robert,
Mark, Michael (Tammie) Stern, Therese Stern, Kathleen Stern and Colleen (Jimmie)
Neal; her siblings, Robert Leo Kehoe, Jr., Bonnie (Bill) Vanek and Karen (Bob)
Burtke and Marsi deClairville; her foster children, Andrew (Missy) Corson, R.D.
Marx and Diane Gonzales and her grandchildren, Megan Stern, Kaitlin Zenger, Devin,
Brittany and Logan Stern, Anaiya Corson and Jimmie Neal, Jr. She will be missed by her
many friends and her extended family on the Shine Social Network. Mary Angela
was predeceased by her parents and her first husband Eugene Robert Stern. Mary
Angela was a dedicated volunteer for many local charities including 26.2 with Donna
(Deegan) and Wolfson’s Children’s Hospital and a member of the Jacksonville Herb
Society. A Memorial Mass will be held in her honor at Immaculate Conception Catholic
Church at 121 East Duval Street, Jacksonville, Florida on December 28, 2011 at 4:00
pm. The family will be receiving guests following the service at 3818 Marnie Place,
Mandarin (Jacksonville). Please call 904-482-0945 for information and directions.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to one of her charities in her name would be
appreciated; St. Anthony Bread for the Poor, 3140 Meramec St., St. Louis, MO 63118-4339,
St. Joseph’s Indian School, 1301 North Main Street, Chamberlain, SD 57325 or St.
Labre Indian School, Ashland, MT 59004-1001. Cremation arrangements are under the
care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL
32043 (904) 284-4000.
Shepherd, William "Bill"
William “Bill” Shepherd, 79, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away Thursday, March
29, 2012. He was born on June 10, 1932 in Penney Farms, FL to parents, Harry and
Josephine Shepherd. Bill was retired from the City of Green Cove Springs where he
had worked as a supervisor of mechanics. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic
Church and enjoyed spending time with his loving family who will miss him dearly.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife, Vivian;
children, Pam, Shellie, Ann (Greg), Brenda (Steve), Eliberto and Steve (Kim);
grandchildren, Josh (Aneita), Dustin (Kaci), Tyler (Jacquelyn), Brandon, Gabrielle
(Chris), Travis, Amber and Joel; great-grandchild, Jaron and many other family members
and friends. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am Monday, April 2, 2012 at
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 7190 Hwy. 17, Fleming Island with Fr. James R. Boddie,
Jr. as Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Challenge
Enterprises at www.challengeenterprises.org or Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Rd.,
Jacksonville, FL 32257. 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, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.
Shultz, Glen Ovle
Glen Ovle Shultz (1926 – 2013)
The “best flight engineer” has retired. Master Sargent Glen O. Shultz died Sunday,
February 17th 2013, at Cypress Village Senior Living, with his wife of 68 years (Marilouise)
and loving family by his side. Sgt. Shultz was a WWII Veteran, and in 1986 retired from
the Florida Air National Guard after 32 years of service as a Flight Engineer. He
loved flying, and all the men he worked with at the Florida Air National Guard. His
motto was “find a job you are passionate about, and you will never work another day in
your life”. He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and the Florida Cross among 19 other Medals and awards. Born in St. Joseph, MO, he was the son of the late Milton
Jackson Shultz, Sr. and Marguerite “Brown” Shultz. In addition to his parents, he
was preceded in death by his brother Milton Jackson Shultz, Jr. of Hollywood. FL.
Sgt.Shultz was a member of Murray Hill Baptist church where he enjoyed singing in
the choir for several years, as well as working in other various programs within the
church. Glen O. Shultz will not only be remembered as a loving Father, husband and
friend, but a remarkable humble man who loved people. He was compassionate and loving
to everyone he met, especially the elderly. After retirement he and Marilouise
volunteered countless hours working with the Alzheimer patients at Wyndham Lakes
Retirement Village. Glen enjoyed driving the patients around Jacksonville and his
wife prepared indoor activities for the residents. Both genuinely loved all the
residents, wherever Glen was he made everyone feel extremely special. Surviving are
his beloved wife of 68 years, Marilouise Wilson Shultz of Jacksonville, FL.;
two daughters, Nancy Shultz Kevern, of Panama City, FL, Janet Shultz Flye, and
husband, William M. Flye of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Richard Lee Kevern, Jr. ,
and wife, Pamela Nicole Kevern, of Jacksonville, FL, Priscilla Lea Kevern, of
Panama City, FL, Joseph Mark Wells, Jr., and wife, Bonnie Lee Wells, of Denver,
CO, Jason Chapman Wells, of Houston, TX, Kelly Wells Ford, and husband, James
Frank Ford of Greenville, SC, Megan Wells Ayers, and husband, Blake Ashton Ayers
of Greenville, SC; great-grandchildren, Noah Taylor Kevern, Alysa Lea Chismar,
Nathan James Kevern, Naphtali Megan Ford and James Bauer Ford.
A “Memorial to Celebrate the Life” of Glen O. Shultz will be scheduled for
Saturday, March 9, 2013, at 11:00am, Murray Hill Baptist Church, 4300 Post St.,
Jacksonville, FL. The Family extends an invitation to all Friends, Colleagues,
and Family to come and celebrate the love we have for our Husband, and Father.
Lunch will be served following the Memorial Service. 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, FL
32043 (904) 284-4000.
SIMMONS, MURIEL JANE MEGGS
Mrs. Muriel Jane Meggs Simmons, 72, of Fleming Island, Fla., passed away
Friday in a local hospital. She was a native of Columbus County, NC and
was a resident of Columbus County as a child. She was a graduate of the
Clarkton High School class of 1957 where she was a member of the Beta
Club, Basketball team, FHA, Bible Club, C Club, Glee Club, French Club,
Senior Editor of the yearbook, and performed many duties associated with
being the Chief Marshall as a junior. She was a resident of Clay
County, FL since 1967 where she worked as a registered nurse for the
Orange Park Medical Center and retiring from the North Florida OB/GYN.
In 1995, she moved to Holden Beach, NC for retirement. She returned to
Clay County just a month prior to her death. Survivors include her
husband of 48 years Terry Simmons, 3 sons John (Rhonda) Simmons, David
(Shawn) Simmons and Douglas (Rickie) Simmons, 3 brothers Gerald L.
Meggs, Robert W. Meggs and Kenneth S. Meggs, 7 grandchildren, Ashlie,
Shelby, Kyle, Megan, Emily, Matthew and Jason. Memorial Services were
held Monday, August 8 in the Russell Baptist Church with Rev. Ron Baker
officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that memorials be
made to: Wounded Warrior Project PO Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675-8517
www.woundedwarriorproject.org Arrangements by Russell Haven of Rest
Cemetery and Funeral Home, 2315 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs,
FL 32043 (904-284-7720). www.RHRCemeteryandFuneralHome.com
Slaughter, Leo
Leo Slaughter, 58, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on Friday, December
9, 2011 after a heroic battle with cancer. Leo was born in Jacksonville, Florida
on July 15, 1953 to parents William and Mary Slaughter. Leo was a life long resident
of Jacksonville. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved animals and life itself. Leo
was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, William, Jr., RK, Bobby and Merrill
Slaughter and sisters, Joyce Crews and Dot Crawford. He is survived by his brothers,
James (Elsie), Billy, Tom, Mike and Johnny (Janis) Slaughter; sisters, Mary Reed,
Brenda Howard and Barbara (Donald) Fussell as well as many other family members
and lifelong friends who loved him. A memorial service will be held at later date.
Rest in Peace Brother We Love You. Please sign the family's online guestbook
at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.
SLIPP, PAUL JAMISON
(April 27, 1916 - November 7, 2011)
Paul Jamison Slipp, 95, of Princeton, ME, passed away November 7, 2011 in Orange
Park, FL. He was born on April 27, 1916 in Bridgewater, ME to parents, Mahlon and
Gladys Slipp. Mr. Slipp was a World War II Veteran, serving his country in the United
States Navy. He had worked in construction and was a fishing guide. His illness brought
him to the Orange Park, FL area from St. Petersburg, FL where he lived and was a
member of the Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church. He is survived by his wife,
Kathleen Slipp; step-son, Wendell A. Shaw and numerous nieces and nephews. Please
sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements
are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove
Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.
Sloan, Eugene
Mr. Eugene Sloan age 87, of Green Cove Springs passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2012
at Governor’s Creek Health & Rehab. Mr. Sloan was born on January 6, 1925 in
Pikeville, KY to the late Emzy and Clementine (Looney) Sloan and was an area
resident for over 50 years. Eugene retired from the paper industry, was a member
of the Masons Cabell Lodge # 116, and served in the United States Army during World
War II. Survivors are his wife of 61 years Alma (Compton) Sloan of Green Cove Springs;
children: Deborah Sloan Ricks (James) of Green Cove Springs; Mike Sloan of Port
St. Lucie; Doug Sloan of Winchester, KY; Steve Sloan of Port St. Lucie; siblings:
Mildred McNutt of Virginia; Roger Sloan of Ohio; six grandchildren; two great
grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the HELM-GALLAGHER FUNERAL
HOME, 1611 Idlewild Ave., Green Cove Springs on Saturday, May 26, 2012 from 10:00
AM to 11:00 AM with funeral services beginning at 11 o’clock. Pastor Charlie Hunt
will officiate. Arrangements are by HELM-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME 904-284-9696.
On-line condolences may be left at www.helmgallagherfh.com.
Smallwood, Karen Sue
May 14, 1953 - January 18, 2012
Arrangements under the direction of Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, Orange
Park, FL.
SMILEY, LINDA DALE KENNEDY
Linda Dale Kennedy Smiley, 65, passed away suddenly Thursday at her residence in
Jacksonville Florida. The Tattnall County native and graduate of
Glennville High School class of 1965 was a loving and caring mother, and
wonderful grandmother. She loved her brothers and sisters and enjoyed
spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by her parents,
Robert Carl and Eula Mae Kennedy, sister, Martha Kennedy Purvis,
brothers, Clifton, Gene, and Roger Kennedy, and several nieces and
nephews. Survivors include, Daughter and Son-in-law, Donna and Reece
Fountain of Jacksonville; grandchildren, Morgan Fountain (Richard);
MaeKenzie and Madison Fountain; all of Jacksonville; sisters, Bert
(Buddy) Jones of Jacksonville; Carolyn (Gene) Taylor of Tampa; Lula
(Vince) Kenney of Glennville Ga.; Brenda (Bill) Parker of Pine Harbor
Ga.; Lavene (Dub) Bell of Glennville Ga.; Donna (Gene) Wood of
Stockbridge Ga.; brothers, Jim (Lolita) Kennedy of Statesboro Ga.; Wayne
(Betty) Kennedy; Winton (Linda) Kennedy; Charlie Kennedy; Royce
(Rhonda) Kennedy all of Glennville Ga.; several nieces and nephews also
survive. Funeral Services were held Monday April 25 at Harmony United
Methodist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Brannen-Kennedy Funeral Home Glennville Chapel www.brannenkennedy.com
Smith, Donald Louis
Donald Louis Smith, 53, of Jacksonville, FL passed away February 28, 2012 at his home.
He was born in Middletown, CT on August 18, 1958 to Frederick and Daina Smith. He had
resided in Jacksonville since 2008 and was a member of Lakeshore United Methodist
Church. He was predeceased by his father, a brother, Joseph Rowley and a sister, Sharon
Sitzes. He is survived by his wife, Dawnell Smith; mother, Daina Faust (Donald); son,
Chaim Crist; daughter, Alyssa Crist; sisters, Kathryn Rost (Clifford) and Virginia
Stephan (Scott). A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2012
at Lakeshore United Methodist Church with Reverend Greg Freeze officiating. Please
sign the family’s online guestbook. Cremation arrangements under the direction of
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904)284-4000.
SMITH, FAYETTA “FAYE” PEARL
Fayetta “Faye” Pearl Smith passed away Sunday, September 11, 2011 in
Orange Park, FL in the Moosehaven Life Care Center at the age of 87.
She was born to Edward and Valetta Dohahoe on June 22, 1924 in Saxton,
Pennsylvania. Faye married Paul Smith on April 8, 1950. She was
employed by Orlando Regional Medical Center as a receptionist until her
retirement in June of 1989. Faye enjoyed reading and doing crafts. Faye
became affiliated with the Loyal Order of Moose in 1976 when she joined
Kissimmee, FL Chapter #1849. Faye came to Moosehaven on November 27,
2001 where she has resided for 9 years. She was preceded in death by her
husband on March 12, 1978 and son Robert on March 21, 2011.She is
survived by her two daughters, Penny Smith (James) of Jacksonville,
Florida, Kay Tibbits (Ray) of Newman, Georgia, six grandchildren and
four great grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Thursday, September
15, 2011 with Rev. Jess McCrosky officiating and Officers of Opportunity
Chapter. Inurnment in the Moosehaven Mausoleum will follow. Please sign
the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com
Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral
Home, 501 Spring St, Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.
Smith, Jazlyn Grace
August 10, 2011 - November 16, 2011
Arrangements under the direction of Holly Hill Funeral Home, Middleburg, FL.
Smith, Jessica Marie
Jessica Marie Smith, age 32, a loving mother and wife, passed away peacefully on
November 19, 2011 at the Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville. Jessica was born
November 22, 1978 to David and Sherri George Ramos in Aurora, Colorado. She will
be deeply missed by her loving husband of 13 years Jay D. Smith and their beautiful
2 year old daughter Lilliana Marie Smith, both of Jacksonville, FL. Jessica is
survived by her grandmother: Dottie George; mother Sherri (Ken) Martinez of
Philadelphia, TN; sister: Jennifer (Shane) Tong of Meeker, CO.; brother: Matthew
Ramos - active duty U.S. Navy; brother-in-law: Scott (Rocio) Smith of Kingsland,
GA.: mother-in-law: Ellie Beckman and four adorning nieces and nephews: Danny,
Joseph, Sarah and Sammy. Jessica was always on the go, she loved to travel, go
to the beach and all who knew her would tell you her passion was her young family.
A memorial service will be held 11:00 am, Friday, November 25, 2011, at Lake
Shore Presbyterian Church, 2270 Blanding Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32210. Pastor
Tim Simpson officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations
be made to the Colon Cancer Alliance. (202) 628-0123 or [email protected]
Arrangements by HELM-GALLAGHER Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Green Cove
Springs. 904-284-9696. www.hlemgallagherfh.com
Smith, Roberta Christine
Roberta Christine Smith, 75, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Monday, March 5, 2012.
She was born on November 13, 1936 in Woodbury, NJ to parents John Leonard and Elizabeth
Irvine Cullin. Mrs. Smith moved to the local area last year from Risco, MO. She was of
the Catholic faith and attended Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Jacksonville. In
her spare time she enjoyed cooking for her family. Roberta had a wonderful passion for
training horses and grooming them for races was one of her greatest loves. She will
always be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and friend. She is preceded in
death by her parents; and brothers, Steven and John Cullin. Mrs. Smith is survived by
her life partner Larry and his children and family; son, Jeffrey (Alline) Mohler;
daughter, Charliss Smith grandchildren, Elizabeth, Joshua, Clifford, Darrel, Mary,
Rose, Britney and Christopher and several great grandchildren. Please sign the
family's online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are
under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove
Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.
SMITH, WILBUR D.
Smith, Wilbur D., passed away Sunday Sept. 18, 2011. Born April 7, 1930
in Philadelphia, Pa., he moved to Orange Park in 1973 and was retired
from the U.S. Navy after 20 yrs. Service to his Country. Following his
military career, he retired from the Postal Service. His memberships
included the Fleet Reserve and V.F.W. Survivors include his wife of 61
yrs., Helen Szoke Smith; daughter, Janice Marie Dimmock; 2 sons, Chris
K. (Gennifer) Smith and Jeffrey Smith; 3 sisters, Phyllis Haag, Peggy
Price, Lois Bates; 3 grandchildren, Sarah Haynes, Tyler and Cade Smith;
3 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial
service was held Thursday the 22nd at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church,
Orange Park. The family request that those desiring to send
contributions to Community Hospice of NE Florida. Arrangements by Holly
Hill Funeral Home, 3601 Old Jennings Rd, Middleburg, FL. Please post
tributes at www.hollyhillfunerals.com.
Snyder, Betty
Betty Snyder, 85, passed away November 30, 2011 in Orange Park, FL. She was born
in Fort Wayne, Indiana on October 31, 1926 and adopted by Charles and Laura McCombs
of Warsaw, Indiana. Betty married Lawrence Stevens on June 25, 1944. They had five
sons Larry, John, Michael, James(Pat) and Paul. John and Paul preceded her in death.
She married Jerry Snyder on July 27, 1963 and he preceded her in death on January
16, 1980. She had many jobs in her life time. She was manager of a mobile home park
for 13 years, school bus driver for 10 years, factory worker for 20 years, clerk
typist for 5 years, spot welder, census taker, worked in a toll booth on the
Brooksville Turnpike, and security guard for Borden Security. Betty became affiliated
with the Loyal Order of Moose on May 26, 1978 when she joined the Chapter in Fort
Wayne, Indiana. She transferred to Brooksville, Florida Chapter #229 on July 18,
1984. After much work, dedication and enjoyment, she received the Academy of
Friendship Degree in 1990, Star Recorder in 1991, Green cap in 1994 and her College
of Regents Degree in 1995. Betty came to Moosehaven on August 27, 2003 where she
resided for 8 years. Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 5, 2011 at 1:30
PM in the Moosehaven Chapel officiated by Rev. Helen Taylor and Officers of
Opportunity Chapter. She will be laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw, Indiana.
She is survived by three sons Lawrence (Shirley) Stevens Jr. of Weeki Wachee, Florida,
James (Kathy) Stevens of Warsaw, Indiana and Michael (Susan) Stevens of Pierceton,
Indiana, 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Arrangements under the care
of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs, FL 32043,
(904)284-4000.
SODERHOLM, ARLENE ETHEL
(August 28, 1918 - November 11, 2011)
Arlene Ethel Soderholm passed away November 11, 2011 in Orange Park, FL at the
age of 93. She was born to Robert and Ethel Yackel on August 28, 1918 in Syracuse,
New York. Arlene married Harold Soderholm on June 15, 1937 in Syracuse, New York.
They were blessed with one son and three daughters. Arlene became affiliated with
the Loyal Order of Moose when she and her husband, Harold joined Lake Shore, FL
Lodge and Chapter in August 1983. She enjoyed playing the piano for the chapter’s
functions for many years. Arlene & her husband, Harold were no strangers to
Moosehaven – both were employed by Moosehaven, Harold for 19 years and Arlene
for 15. She retired as a hall Supervisor in 1984. They came to Moosehaven on
July 20, 2004 where she resided for 7 years. Harold passed away on November 14,
2005. Arlene is survived by her son, Paul Soderholm of Tupper Lake, New York,
daughter Janet Faist of Woodstock, Georgia, eleven grandchildren and four great
grandchildren. Her daughters, Roberta and June preceded her in death. Arlene will
be laid to rest in Rose Hill Cemetery, Marcelles, New York. Please sign the
family’s online register book at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements
are under the direction of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St.,
Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.
SOLOWAY, DOROTHY DARLINGTON
(October 14, 1943 - October 14, 2011)
Dorothy Darlington Soloway (Rose), 68, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away
October 14, 2011. She was born on October 14, 1943 in Highland Park, MI
to Charles and Dorothy Rose. Dee Dee, as known by her family and friends,
had a heart of gold and was loved by everyone. She will truly be missed by
all. She is survived by her children, David Soloway and his wife Laurie,
Debbie Soloway Bolzman and her husband, Doug; sister, Jane Elbert and her
husband, Charlie; brother, Charles Rose; grandchildren, Ashlyn, David, Megan,
Jacob and Jenna; many friends and extended family. Dee Dee will be buried at
a later date in her home state of Michigan. In lieu of flowers, the family
requests donations to Community Hospice of NE FL. The family would like to
thank the staff at Governor’s Creek as well as Community Hospice for their
compassion and care. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at
www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements under the care of
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043.
Stallard, Cynthia "Cindy" Ann
Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Stallard, 47, of Middleburg, FL passed away Friday, March 2,
2012. She was born on November 10, 1964 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to parents Charles
and Dorothy (Glisson) Stallard, Jr. Cindy moved to the local area 3 years ago from
Phoenix, Arizona. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, in Middleburg, FL and
volunteered her time as a Sunday School Teacher for the 3 to 4 year old class. One
of Cynthia’s passions was politics. She was known to be an avid Republican who was
always up to date with current events. Cindy was a member of the 9-12 Group and
Christian Farmers in Ohio. In her spare time she enjoyed painting with acrylics
and cooking. She will always be remembered as a loving daughter, sister and aunt.
Cynthia is survived by her parents, Charles (Noreen) Stallard, Jr. and Dorothy
Braswell (John); brothers, Ed (Peggy) and Barry Stallard; sister, Terri Davis
(Ken); nieces and nephews, Jessica, Skyler, Samantha, Tristan and Joline; 6
great nieces and nephews and her beloved dogs, Laura and Bobby. A Memorial service
will be held in her honor 7:00 pm, Thursday, March 8, 2012 at Calvary Baptist
Church, 1532 Long Bay Road, Middleburg, FL with Dr. Ken Pledger officiating.
Please sign the family’s guestbook at www.broadusraines.com Cremation arrangements
are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove
Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.
Stanley, Alton Ronnie
Alton Ronnie Stanley, Jr., 50, of Green Cove Springs, FL, passed away March 2, 2013.
He was born on June 25, 1962 in Palatka, FL to parents, Alton and Lila Stanley, Sr.
Mr. Stanley had worked as a truck driver for many years and was of the Baptist
faith. He enjoyed fishing, was a big Elvis fan and loved the Dallas Cowboys. He will
be dearly missed by his loving family and friends.
Mr. Stanley was preceded in death by his father and is survived by his mother, Lila
Stanley; his wife, Eileen Stanley; sons, Alton Ronnie Stanley, III (Toni) and Phillip
Michael Stanley; brothers, Romey Stanley (Sheila) and Joe Stanley (Amy); sisters,
Karen Bowen and Jane Tillis (Wendell) and two grandchildren, Laci Elizabeth Stanley
and Allison Marie Stanley.
Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Thursday, March 7, 2013 at
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Friday,
March 8, 2013 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel with Pastor Mike Stanley officiating.
Interment will follow in Springbank Cemetery. Please sign the family’s online
guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring Street, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000.
Stebbins, Ida M. Merritt
Mrs. Ida M. Merritt Stebbins 92, of Keystone Heights passed away December 10,
2011 in Jacksonville at the Community Hospice. Mrs. Stebbins was born on April
28, 1919 in Merritt Island, FL to the late James W. and Lulu (Holder) and was a
homemaker. In 1983 Mrs. Stebbins had moved to Keystone Heights from Port Ritchie,
FL and became a member of the Lake Hill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death
by her son; James F. Merritt. Survivors are her husband of 30 years; J.R. Stebbins
of Keystone Heights, daughters; Nettie Lambert of North Carolina, Georgia Boykin of
Keystone heights, sons; Mike Merritt (Genie), Robert Merritt both of Jacksonville and
one brother; Bill Pinner of Miami. She also leaves behind her three grandchildren,
and six great grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mrs. Stebbins will be held on Friday, December 16, 2011 at 2:00
P.M. with the viewing beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home Chapel.
Pastor Steve Hayes and Pastor Jim Snell will be officiating. Burial will follow at
the Keystone Heights Cemetery. In lieu of flower the family is requesting that
contributions please be made to the North East Florida Community Hospice, 4266
Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Arrangements are under the care of
JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DR. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656.
352-473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com
Stembridge, William Edward
William Edward Stembridge, 73, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away December 29, 2012
at his residence. He was born December 2, 1939 in Klondike, GA to James and Bonnie
White Stembridge. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, had been an Architect for
over 50 years and was a graduate of the Georgia Tech School of Architecture. Mr.
Stembridge is survived by his wife, Betty Weltzbarker Stembridge of Green Cove Springs,
FL; mother, Bonnie White Stembridge of St. Simons, GA; daughters, Laurie (Rob) Walsh
of Covington, GA, Linda (Richard) Ragan of Lawrenceville, GA and Peggy Sue (Lenny)Jackson
of Buford, GA; step-daughters, Michelle (Tom) Hubicz of Dallastown, PA and Gayle (Gary)
Christopher of Baltimore, MD; brother, Jim (Hanna) Stembridge of Vienna, Austria; sister,
Anne Marie (David) Stirewalt of St. Simons, GA and 10 grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Penney
Farms Cemetery in Penney Farms, FL with Dr. Tim McDaniel officiating.
Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements under
the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL
32043 (904) 284-4000.
Stilianou, Bertha Mildred
May 8, 1932 - January 5, 2012
Bertha Mildred Stilianou, 79, passed away on January 5, 2012 in Middleburg, Fl. She was
born in Bluefield, West Virginia and resided in Clay County for forty years. She is
survived by her son Sherman P. McFarland, Jr; two daughters, Donna G. Lenox and Cherryl
E. Braggs; three brothers, Eddie (Edward) Nester and his late wife Sarah, Francis (Frank)
Nester and Dewey Nester (Bernice); two sisters, Sara Dinger (Raymond) and Janet Gordon
and her late husband Daniel; granddaughter, Lisa G. Lenox Morrow; three
great-grandchildren, Jolon D. Lenox, Christopher M. Morrow, Jr. and Kalissa N.
Morrow. She is predeceased by her brother William Nester (Buddy) and is survived
by his wife Rachael.
Memorial services will be at 11 A.M. on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at
Hardage-Giddens Rivermead, 127 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, Fl. Please post
tributes at www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com.
Stout, Edward Junior
Mr. Edward Junior Stout, age 69, of Graham formerly of Alaska died Thursday,
December 15, 2011 at his home.
Born on May 31, 2011 in Damascus, Virginia, he was the son of the late John
O. and Irene V. (Hamm) Stout. Prior to his illness he was employed as a
Journeyman carpenter.
He is survived by his wife Deana M. (McCallion) Stout. Three sons; Edward
Jason Stout of Hampton, Kevin M.. Stout and John Robert Stout both of Graham.
Three sisters; Brenda Ion of Virginia, Judy Potts of Florida and Janet Thomas
of S.C. He is also survived by two grandchildren.
Services will be private. Arrangements by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 620 E.
Nona St., Starke. 904-964-6200. www.jonesgallagherfh.com
Street, Frances Ormand Orange
June 24, 1920 - March 29, 2012
STRICKLAND, DAVID HENRY
David Henry Strickland, age 56, an iron worker and musician, passed away
unexpectedly, Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at Shands Hospital in Jacksonville.
David was born in Jacksonville on November 2, 1954 to John F. Strickland
and Norma Mae Frier Strickland, he was the second oldest of four boys.
David is survived by his mother Norma Mae Ford of Middleburg, FL.; his
son, John (Heather) Strickland of Jacksonville, FL.; daughters: Maria
Strickland of Kingsley Lake, FL., Jessie Carter of Jacksonville, FL.; three
brothers: Richard (Heidi) Strickland of Port Orange, FL.; Joel (Jan) Strickland
of Florahome, FL.; Don (Kathleen) Strickland of Middleburg, FL.; his Aunt
Helen Holmes of MacClenny and one grandchild.
David was a member of Iron Workers Local 597 and was an accomplished
musician who played keyboards, the guitar and sang.
A memorial service honoring David’s life will be held Saturday October
29, 2011, from 1:30 - 4:00pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day
Saints, 4342 Co. Road 218 Middleburg, FL 32068. Refreshments will be served
after the service. Arrangements by HELM-GALLAGHER Funeral Home & Cremation
Services, Green Cove Springs. 904-284-9696.
Study, Kenneth L.
Kenneth L. Study, 84, beloved father, grandfather and United States Navy veteran,
passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on February 18, 2012, after
a lengthy battle with cancer
Ken was the son of John Herbert and Ruth Edna Study, born in Weidman, Michigan. He
grew up with his family in the traditional farming communities of Indiana. He followed
his four older brothers into the military in 1946. He received his Associate in Arts
Degree from San Francisco City College. He served his country as a Naval Aviator
during the Korean War and had several deployments in the western Pacific, concluding
with a tour of duty at the Pentagon. He retired as a Navy Captain in 1973 after 28
years of service. He resided at his historic home overlooking the St. Johns River
in Orange Park, FL for 44 years.
He is predeceased by his exceptional and very loving wife of 56 years, Mary Anne
Study. Survivors include his five children (and spouses) Kenna Study, Tim (Linda)
Study, Tana Walker (Tim O'Reilly), Mark (Lori) Study and Karen Study; and grandchildren,
Jessica (Jeff) Young, Lindsay (Jody) Haney, Zachary Walker & Wyatt Walker. Surviving
siblings include Bob Study, Betty Iljana, Ona Fontaine, Joyce Pearson, Jon Study and
Larry Study. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends.
Family and friends will gather from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2012,
at Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, 127 Blanding Boulevard, Orange Park, FL.
A graveside military burial will be at noon on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at
Magnolia Cemetery on Kingsley Avenue in Orange Park. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to the ALS association, in memory of his beloved wife. Post tributes
at www.hardage-giddensrivermead.com
Arrangements under the direction of Hardage-Giddens Rivermead Funeral Home, Orange
Park, FL.
Swearingen, Rayford Phillip
Rayford Phillip Swearingen, 68, of Middleburg, FL, passed away January 8, 2012. He
was born on October 7, 1943 in Macon, GA to Ray and Alberta (Spivey) Swearingen and
had lived in Pensacola, FL prior to moving to Middleburg in 1983. A Baptist by faith,
he loved his family and friends dearly. Mr. Swearingen had retired from the U.S.
Navy following 28 years of service and was very active in the VFW and American
Legion (Middleburg). He loved crossword puzzles, frozen grapes, beer, cigarettes
and playing Lotto. He was predeceased by his father and is survived by his mother,
Alberta Spivey Swearingen; wife, Betty J. Swearingen; daughter, Kimberly M. Phillips
(husband, Ray); sons, David R. Swearingen and Danny E. Swearingen (wife,Jeannie);
brother, Gary Swearingen (Martha); grandchildren, Kayla, Cheyenne, Kiera, Jordan and
Caden. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 16, 2012 at
Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218 with Pastor
Tim Martin officiating. Military Honors will be conferred. Please sign the online
guestbook. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Haven Hospice. Arrangements
under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St. Green Cove Springs,
FL 32043, (904)284-4000.