Obituaries

Clariece Ward Brown

Clariece Ward Brown

Jun 25, 2024

Clariece Ward Brown of Atlantic Beach, Florida, died on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Service details are pending at this time. Please check back for service details.

Jane Farrell Love

Jane Farrell Love

Jun 24, 2024

Jane Farrell Love, 92, passed away June 24, 2024, in her home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born February 11, 1932 in Jersey City, NJ. Jane grew up in Ridgefield, NJ and retired to Atlantic Beach, FL in 2000 with her loving husband.

Jane graduated from Holy Trinity Catholic High School in 1949 where she participated in...

Arturo Pascual Confiado, Jr.

Arturo Pascual Confiado, Jr.

Jun 23, 2024

Arturo Pascual Confiado Jr., 80, of Neptune Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 4, 1944, in Marikina, Rizal, Philippines to Arturo Dison Confiado Sr. and Aurea Pascual Confiado, his life was a testament to resilience, dedication, and unwavering love.

 At age 17, Arturo joined the U.S. Navy, serving with distinction...

Charlie R. Cantrell

Charlie R. Cantrell

Jun 23, 2024

Charlie Cantrell, 71, passed away on June 23, 2024. He was born 7/19/52 in Porterville, Ca.

 Charlie proudly served his country in the US Navy for 20 years before settling in Jacksonville, Fl. Following his Naval career he worked as a Systems Controller for JEA. He retired from JEA after 20 years of service.

 Charlie is survived by his loving wife of...

David Sharp

David Sharp

Jun 23, 2024

David Sharp, 84, of Neptune Beach, passed away on June 23, 2024. 

 David was honorably discharged from the Air National Guard of Florida in 1958.  David had a long career with CSX Railroad and retired in 1988. After retirement, David enjoyed spending his time at the VFW Post 3270, American Legion Post 129 in Jax Beach and the American Legion Post...

Judy Torres

Judy Torres

Jun 21, 2024

Judy Torres, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on June 21, 2024, in Palm Coast, Florida. She was born in Orocovis Puerto Rico, on October 5, 1938.

A loving mother, grandmother, and sister, Judy's warm and kind-hearted nature endeared her to all who knew her. Her presence exuded grace and compassion, leaving a lasting impact on...

Jill Ilene Hornsby

Jill Ilene Hornsby

Jun 19, 2024

Jill Ilene Hornsby, aged 88, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, passed away June 19, 2024. She was born February 21,1936, to James and Ruth Ingraham in Rochelle, IL. Jill was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt to so many. Her journey took her to many places. After growing up in Oregon, IL, she moved to Jacksonville Beach, FL, to...

Thomas David Franklin

Thomas David Franklin

Jun 17, 2024

 

Thomas David Franklin passed away June 17, 2024. He was born February 7, 1946 in Gadsden, Alabama. He grew up in East Gadsden and later lived in Atlanta, GA and Fair Haven, NJ and retired to the Beaches area with his wife in 2013.

 Tom received a bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering from Auburn University, AL. He served in the U.S....

Burl Gene Huffman

Burl Gene Huffman

Jun 17, 2024

Burl Gene Huffman, 92, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024. Burl was born in Jasper, TX on February 28,1932 to James & Mary Huffman. 

Burl joined the Navy after graduating high school and served as a Radioman for 32 years. He retired as a Master Chief in 1980. 

Burl continued to work at Mayport Navy Base as a civilian for the...

Victoria Nicole Webb

Victoria Nicole Webb

Jun 16, 2024

Victoria Nicole Webb, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend passed away on June 16, 2024 at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL. She was born on August 24, 1988, in Prijedor, Bosnia.

Victoria's life was a testament to love, strength, and kindness. Throughout her years, she touched the lives of many with her smile and compassionate nature. Her legacy will...

Dr. Philip Ross Martin, Jr.

Dr. Philip Ross Martin, Jr.

Jun 15, 2024

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Philip Ross Martin, Jr, 93, of Fleet Landing, Atlantic Beach, Florida died peacefully on June 15, 2024, with his daughter present at his side. His battle with Dementia is over & he is now in the presence of his Savior Jesus Christ & wonderfully reunited with his dear wife Jo who preceded him in death 3 years earlier, only 2...

William Herman Hitz

William Herman Hitz

Jun 14, 2024

William Herman Hitz, 70 of Jacksonville Beach, Florida died on Friday, June 14, 2024.  No services are planned at this time.

Barbara Jean Achatz

Barbara Jean Achatz

Jun 14, 2024

Barbara Jean Achatz (née Piccolo), 98, passed away June 14, 2024. She will be remembered for her zest for life, sense of humor, and ability to find hopeful happiness in any situation.

Barbara was born May 17, 1926 in Los Angeles, where she grew up adored by parents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and friends. She graduated from Bishop Conaty – Our...

Edwin Earl Borders, Jr.

Edwin Earl Borders, Jr.

Jun 9, 2024

Edwin E. Borders, Jr., (“Corky”) died June 9, 2024.  He was born on December 4, 1935, in Russellville, Kentucky, and moved to the Beaches at age four.

 Corky was a proud graduate of the Fletcher High School Class of 1954, where he co-captained the State Champion basketball team that year.   He graduated from Rollins College and earned his MBA at...

Francis I. duPont, III

Francis I. duPont, III

Jun 9, 2024

Francis I. duPont III passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, in the Health Center of Vicar’s Landing in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. “Rip”, as he was known to friends and family, was born in Richmond, VA, to Gertrude Murrell and A. Rhett duPont in 1945. He graduated from Woodberry Forest School in Orange, VA, and got his BA degree...

Sandra G. Hansford

Sandra G. Hansford

Jun 7, 2024

Sandra Gail Hansford, 84, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL. 

 Sandy, the daughter of David R. Hansford and Gladys Buchanan, was raised in Jacksonville alongside her siblings Jack, Aletha, and Diane. She graduated from Landon High School and obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Florida State University before earning her doctorate in education from the University...

Edward Francis Clancy, Jr.

Edward Francis Clancy, Jr.

Jun 6, 2024

CWO-4 (BOSN) Edward F. Clancy, Jr., U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Retired, 79, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, beloved husband of the late Betty (Martin) Clancy of Baltimore, MD passed away on Thursday, June 6th, 2024. His wife Betty was his best friend and the love of his life for over 50 years, and prior to moving to Jacksonville Beach in 2003...

John Stratford Duss, IV

John Stratford Duss, IV

Jun 4, 2024

With great sadness, we announce the passing of John Stratford Duss, IV, on June 4, 2024. A Jacksonville native, John helped shape many of Northeast Florida’s iconic real estate developments and his impact extends beyond his nearly 50-year legal career through the many projects and causes he championed throughout his life.

 John was born on December 18, 1942, to John and...

David E. Clarkson

David E. Clarkson

Jun 4, 2024

David E. Clarkson of Jacksonville, Florida died on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday, July 1st in the Mayport Ocean Breeze Conference Center, 243 Baltimore Street, Atlantic Beach, FL 32227

John Harold Stevens

John Harold Stevens

Jun 3, 2024

John Harold Stevens, known affectionately as Jack, age 94 of Atlantic Beach Florida, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, 2024. Jack was born in Bridgeport Ct, March 5, 1930, to Harold G. and Irene Casson Stevens. 

 He grew up in Fairfield CT and graduated from Fairfield College Preparatory School in 1948. He entered Fairfield University in the fall of 1948...

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