Obituaries

Apr 2, 2024

Mrs. Edith Jewell "Jewell" Silcox, beloved wife of (deceased) Calvin Coye Silcox, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2024, at the age of 95. Jewell was born and raised in Lake City, Florida by William C., and Viola Bullard on July 24, 1928. Jewell was a proud member of Whitehouse Baptist Church for 56 years where...

Mar 2, 2024

Hilda Jean Williams Powers (Jean) was born in Jacksonville, Florida on August 14th, 1937, to Walter and Etta Williams. Born one of six children, she valued family and relationships above all else. When Jean was a teenager, she moved to Phenix City, Alabama to live with her mother and attended Central High School. While in high school she met...

Feb 18, 2024

Margot "Oma" Petrillo, age 73 of Macclenny and formerly of Baldwin, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024.  She was born in Germany but was a longtime US citizen. For many years, Ms. Petrillo was a Food Operations Manager employed by LSG Sky Chef, one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality service providers. She was a talented seamstress,...

Feb 6, 2024

Mr. Randall Lavon Smith, age 64 of Jacksonville, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024. A thirty-five-year Jacksonville resident, Mr. Smith was originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was a carpenter by trade but had many interests. He loved riding his motorcycle, was an avid golfer, and a collector of knives, firearms, and tools.  Mr. Smith was a talented guitarist and...

Feb 4, 2024

Gloria Ellison Reece passed away peacefully on February 04, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL. She was born on July 31, 1945, in Jacksonville, Florida to Will Ocie Ellison (1913 – 1976) and Maebell Ellison (nee Corbin) (1912 – 1976). Beloved sister to John Curtis Ellison, Catherine Baity, Lamar Ellison, Veda Davis, Myrtice Ellison, and Faye Richardson. She is survived by...

Feb 2, 2024

Mr. Christian Derek Muse Sr., age 41 of Jacksonville, passed away Friday, February 2, 2024. Born in Jacksonville to Charlotte Starling Muse and the late Christian Dirk Muse, he was a lifelong resident who enjoyed music and fishing. Mr. Muse was a carpenter and was employed by Stampco, Inc. at the time of his death. He is survived by...

Dec 14, 2023

The smile of Mary Fouraker, 89, of Bryceville, Florida, smiled her ever welcoming smile, with stretched out arms and hugs for all as she praised God's Holy name ever at the gates of her Lord, God and Savior. Mary passed to be with her God and Savior in the stillness of the morning sharing God's Word. Mary's family that...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Blake William Bullard, a lifelong Bryceville resident, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the age of 42.  Mr. Bullard was a 2001 Baldwin Senior High School graduate and was then employed by CSX Railroad for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. His sense of humor always brought a smile and...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Robert E. Johnson went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born in Jacksonville to the late Everett and Gertrude Morehouse Johnson and was a lifelong Duval County resident. After serving in the United States Army, Mr. Johnson was employed as an appliance repairman for Sears Department...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Paul Ralph Pendarvis, a lifelong Jacksonville resident, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the age of 85. He was a United States Navy veteran and an American Legion member. Paul was a truck driver for many years and upon his retirement he enjoyed "tinkering" on things around his home. He liked watching football and making quarter bets...

Nov 30, 2023

Ms. Kimberly Blanton Ruckman, a twenty-six-year resident of Baker County, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at the age of 64. Born in Kentucky, she grew up in Baldwin and was a 1977 Baldwin High School graduate. Ms. Ruckman was a long-time administrative assistant who was an avid gardener in her spare time. She was a loving grandmother who...

Nov 30, 2023

Ms. Tina Marie Braddock passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 66. A lifelong resident of Baldwin, Tina was born to Sally Marie (Cobb) and the late Carl Bud Daniels. She was a 1976 graduate of Baldwin Senior High School where she was very active in school extracurricular activities such as cheerleading, school plays...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Walter Wayne Johnson, age 61 of Jacksonville, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024. A longtime local resident, Mr. Johnson was a welder by trade, enjoyed fishing, and was an avid Florida Gator football fan. He is survived by four children, four grandchildren, a sister, a niece and numerous other friends and family members. A celebration of his life...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. John Frederick "Freddie" Kast Jr., age 77 of Baldwin, went home to Heaven on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. A lifelong Baldwin area resident, Mr. Kast attended and played football at Baldwin High School where he was known as "the toe" for his barefoot kicking style. He was employed by CSX Railroad for thirty-five years and was an Engineer...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Donald Lee Bradley Sr., age 87 of St. George, Georgia, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. Mr. Bradley was a lifelong St. George resident except for time spent serving in the United States Army. He worked as a salesman for the Miller Brewing Company for many years, until the time of his retirement. An avid runner, Mr. Bradley...

Nov 30, 2023

Donna Malinda Widrig, age 62 of Baldwin, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024. She was a sister and a best friend; the kindest, most loving, goodhearted, fiery, fun-loving woman. She loved her cats, Izabella and Allieboo and her love for her nieces, nephews, and family never swayed. She leaves behind those who were honored to know and love her:...

Nov 30, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Karen Patrice Farmer Dixon. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 30, 2023

Mrs. Melissa Ray Hannah, age 58 of Jacksonville, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Ray and Daisy Howell. Mrs. Hannah was a longtime Jacksonville resident and a stay-at-home wife. She enjoyed camping, taking road trips, shopping, spending time with family and friends, and loved butterflies.

She is...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Michael "Mike" Wayne Starling, age 65 of Jacksonville, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024. A Jacksonville native, Mike was a 1979 Paxon High School graduate. An avid sports fan, Mike loved the Florida Gators, Atlanta Braves, and Jacksonville Jaguars. He enjoyed being at home, spending time with his family, doing crossword puzzles, and playing cards. To his family,...

Nov 30, 2023

Mr. Kenneth "Kenny" Troy Reynolds, age 55 of Bryceville, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024. A lifelong resident, Mr. Reynolds was born in Jacksonville and was a 1986 graduate of Baldwin Senior High School. He was a longtime warehouse supervisor for Cardinal Unijax LLC, formerly WinCup, and recently retired after thirty-seven years of employment. In his free time, he...