Obituaries

Aug 2, 2023

Helen Jeannette Ayers-Stewart 64, of Middleburg, FL passed away August 2, 2023. Jeannette was born to Alice and John Ayers on February 2, 1959, in Jacksonville, FL. She was a bus driver for years with Clay County School board and lifelong Cosmetologist. She was preceded in death by her husband Skip Stewart, parents Alice and John Ayers, brothers Tony and...

Aug 1, 2023

Alan M. Spring, 59, of Cayo, Belize, passed away on August 1, 2023, in Archer, Florida. He was born on May 12, 1964, in Deland, Florida and was the son of William H. and Jane (Brooks) Spring. 

Alan served in the U.S. Army before becoming a bounty hunter and private investigator. He successfully owned and operated the private investigation...

Jul 31, 2023

Robert Powell Fields of Fleming Island, Florida, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023. Robert was born on April 24, 1957, in Johnson City, Tennessee to the late Robert E. Fields, Jr and Janis Fields Cagle. He graduated as Valedictorian from Battery Creek High School, received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee, obtained his Doctor of Dental Medicine from...

Jul 28, 2023

In loving memory of Alejandro Rosario Rivera, affectionately known as "PAI," who peacefully passed away at the age of 91 in Orange Park, Florida, on Friday, July 28, 2023. He was surrounded by the love and presence of his devoted wife, Carmen Ocasio, with whom he shared 67 beautiful years.

Alejandro was born on July 28, 1932, in Rio Grande,...

Jul 27, 2023

John D "JD" Whitaker, III, late of Fleming Island, Florida passed away on July 27, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his wife and children. 

Born in Florence, South Carolina on November 16, 1972, John grew up in Rocky Mount, North Carolina and graduated from Northern Nash High School in 1991. He began his railroad career...

Jul 27, 2023

Ethel “Lee” George

June 30, 1943 to July 27, 2023

Fleming Island, Florida

 

Ethel “Lee” George was a native of Jacksonville, Florida, and a proud retiree of Ma Bell (Bell South/AT&T).

Spending most of her time since 1986, enjoying life on Doctor’s Lake in Fleming Island, Florida, Lee was drawn to area rivers and lakes, and she loved boating,...

Jul 26, 2023

Mark Larry Belcher, Jr., 56 left this world too soon on July 26, 2023.  Born to Mark Belcher Sr. and Jacquelyn Belcher on October 1, 1966, in Baltimore, Maryland.  Mark is survived by the love of his life, Julie Selvey, his father Mark Belcher Sr., mother Jacquelyn Belcher, son Mark Larry Belcher, III, daughter Bekah Belcher and his favorite four...

Jul 23, 2023

Randall “Randy” Griffith Bramlitt, 65, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away on Sunday, July 23rd, 2023. He was born to Ethel “Tootie” Bramlitt and Holland Bramlitt on November 30, 1957. Randy graduated from Nathan Bedford Forrest High School, Class of 1975, in Jacksonville, FL. He worked as Well & Pump Serviceman and was married 46 years to Karen Bramlitt...

Jul 22, 2023

Thelma Leeper Morrow (89), of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on July 22, 2023.

Thelma was born in Alma, GA on September 17, 1933, to Effie and Frank Turner.

Thelma was employed in the 60’s at Martin Marietta in Orlando, FL during the NASA program. During this time, she received recognition for the...

Jul 22, 2023

On July 22, 2023, Dr. John F. “Pops” Marshall, M.D., of Green Cove Springs, Florida, passed away peacefully in his sleep.  Early that morning, a waxing crescent moon quietly guided him to heaven.

John, the youngest of three children, was born on March 17, 1936, to Frank Bartlet Marshall and Maria Elougia Baca in Borger, Texas, a western oil boom...

Jul 21, 2023

On Friday, 21st July 2023, the world lost a beloved soul, Ollie, who hailed from Middleburg, FL. Born to John Stanley Oliver and Elva Steele Oliver, he brought light and love to the lives he touched. Ollie's journey through life was marked by numerous accomplishments and a heart full of warmth and kindness.

In his youth, Ollie's passion for football...

Jul 19, 2023

Jul 18, 2023

Robert Bruce McDade, 51, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away on July 18th, 2023. Born to parents Barbara Foster and Bruce Junior McDade. He worked at Corky Bells Seafood & Steak as a cook. He enjoyed drawing, painting, and listening to music. He was best known for making great food. He was preceded in death by his Mother and...

Jul 17, 2023

Melissa (Missy) Lynn Hicks, 36, of Middleburg, FL unexpectedly passed away July 17, 2023. Born March 31,1987, in Camp Springs, MD to Frank A. Jr and Terri L. (Waldrop) Hicks. Missy grew up in Middleburg, FL and graduated from Middleburg High School class of 2005, and later the American Academy of Cosmetology, continuing with a successful cosmetology career.

Missy enjoyed...

Jul 16, 2023

Ira E Crawford, 45, Middleburg FL, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023.

He is survived by his wife Lucy and his 5 children: Joshua, Chasity, Raiven, Brianna, and Kaylee. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. 

He will be missed by so many.

We will be holding a Celebration of Life Saturday, July 22, 2023...

Jul 16, 2023

Paul passed away July 16, 2023 in the Moosehaven Health Care Center at the age of 87.

He was born to Howard and Rachel Moore on March 10, 1936 in Hutchinson, KS. 

Paul had a daughter Paula.  He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

He became affiliated with the Loyal Order of Moose on March 6,...

Jul 15, 2023

Larry Morgan Johns, 39, of Middleburg, FL, passed away July 15, 2023.

Larry is survived by his parents, Charles, Kathy & Joe; four sons, Tyler, Waylon, Rylee and Konner; three siblings, Charles Johns Jr. (Julie), Wesley Johns (Rebekah) and Tiffany Pilarczyk (Jason); along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles who will miss him dearly. Preceded in death by...

Jul 14, 2023

Randall Joseph Taylor, 38, of Orange Park, FL, passed away July 14, 2023.  He was born to Darlene Suzette Taylor and Terrance Jospeh Taylor on November 26, 1984 in Orange Park, FL.  

His hobbies included motorcycles, skateboarding, surfing and playing Texas Hold’em.  He was known for his kind heart, his generosity and his humorous nature.  He will be remembered...

Jul 14, 2023

Timothy Edward Anken, 75 years old, of Orange Park, FL passed away on Monday, July 14, 2023. He was born to Albert Edward Anken and Mary Rose Kinney Anken on January 20, 1948, in Utica, New York. Timothy graduated from Utica Free Academy, attended Mohawk Community College, and joined the Navy. He worked for Logistics Services International for 26 years,...

Jul 12, 2023