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George L. Kershner
George L. Kershner went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Charlotte Kershner; three children, Terri Nesmith, Michael Kershner and Gregory Kershner; Nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. George was employed by Gulf Life, Interstate Fire and American General for 42 years. George also served in the United States Army from 1950 to 1952 and was a decorated veteran. The family will receive guests for viewing on Friday, April 6, 2012 from 6p.m. until 8p.m. at George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Home; 4140 University Blvd., S. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 2p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Reverend Bill Carmichael officiating. Interment will follow at Arlington Memorial Park; 6920 Lone Star Road
Arrangements are under the direction of George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Home.
Helen Elizabeth Auld Carr
Helen Elizabeth Auld Carr, age 102, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2011 in Jacksonville, Florida. Born in Alida, Kansas on December 4, 1909 to James Rolland Auld and Christina Maria Erichsen Auld, she graduated in 1923 from the one-roomed school in Alida, Kansas, and then from Junction City High School in 1927.
After attending business college in Topeka, Kansas, Helen worked as a bookkeeper for Schmedemann Motor Company in Junction City, Kansas, and then with General Motors in Wichita Falls, Texas. In the late 1930’s she worked as a secretary for the Agriculture Department in Washington, D.C., where she met her husband, Jefferson Davis Carr from Clinton, North Carolina. They married
May 25, 1940, and after WW II and his service with the US Army, they settled in Alexandria, Virginia. After Jeff retired, they lived in Largo, Florida until his death on May 10, 1983. Helen then moved to Jacksonville, Florida to be close to her daughter and granddaughters. She was a well-known member of the Florida Christian Center and Edgewood Condominium community, and a member of Southside United Methodist Church.
Following a memorial service in the chapel at Southside United Methodist Church at 3120 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida, at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 16, 2012, Helen will be laid to rest in Arlington National cemetery, Washington, D.C., at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 19, 2012, to be with her husband, Jefferson Davis Carr. (He has been waiting for her for a long time.)
Helen is survived by her daughter, Jean Carr Coker of Jacksonville, Florida, her granddaughter Hannah Carr Coker of Atlanta, Georgia, her granddaughter Elizabeth Auld Grymes and Elizabeth’s husband, Dr. James A. Grymes, of Charlotte, North Carolina, and a great-granddaughter, to be born in May, 2012.
Helen will be remembered for her kind and gentle spirit, her special love for her family and friends, her concern for homeless animals, her appreciation for the symphony and classical musicians, her interest in passing her Scottish heritage and personal recollections of her Scottish and German ancestors to the family, and her always wanting to be of help to others.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Helen Carr’s name to the Southside United Methodist Church Bell Choir, to the Friends of the Jacksonville Symphony Fund at The Community Foundation in Jacksonville, Florida, or to your favorite animal shelter in North Florida to help homeless animals.
Evelyn Bernice (Tanner) Wiley
Evelyn Bernice (Tanner) Wiley, 88, passed away Sunday October 30, 2011.She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jimmie O. Wiley and mother-in-law, Marie Rodriguez. Evelyn was born July 30, 1923, the daughter of the late Sally and Joshua Tanner, in Nassau County, FL and attended grade school in Bryceville, FL. She is survived by her sons and their wives, Gene E. Wiley & Bonnie and Frank E. Wiley & Karen. She is also survived by her father-in-law, F.J. “Jim” Rodriguez; grandsons, Joshua E. Wiley and Shawn R. Nabywaniec with wife, Renee and great grandson, Kyle.
Evelyn attended Business school in Jacksonville, later passing the Real Estate Exam and entering the Real Estate profession. She was active in San Souci and Englewood Baptist Churches and formerly a member of the Lunch Bunch.
“As her sons, our Mom was the other half of the best parents a kid could have had. In Elementary School they were a part of everything.” The funeral service, being presided over by Rev. Billy W. Jones of Englewood Baptist Church, will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday November 2, 2011 in the chapel of George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Home, 4140 University Blvd., S. There will be an open viewing on Tuesday November 1, from 9am until 9 pm. On Wednesday November 2, there will be a family attended viewing at 10 am, preceding the funeral.
Pamela Kay Schroeder
August 4, 1963 - February 18, 2014
Pamela Kay Schroeder, 50, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Pam was born on August 4, 1963 in Grand Forks, ND where she spent most of her childhood into early teens. Pam was the daughter of John O. Schroeder, Grand Forks, ND and Patricia J. (Robert) Adams of Jacksonville, FL. Pam is survived by her parents, three children, Jennifer J. Cardoza, James M. Schroeder and Stephanie M. Schroeder, and four grandchildren Brooke, Jordan, Juliana, and James Jr. She is also survived by a sister Cheryl Crews and a brother John Schroeder. Nieces and nephews include, Jody Christopher, Ryan, and Sydney.
Pam spent most of her life in Grand Forks, before moving to Jacksonville in 1980. While in Grand Forks, she spent her early childhood playing the flute and discovering her love for animals. She was in love with every animal from turtles to rabbits and everything in between. She was often caught secretly hiding them in her closet so her parents wouldn’t know. She had a great love for dogs as she began to get older, anyone who knew her knew her dogs went everywhere with her. You could always find Pam fishing whenever she got the chance. She would sit for hours on a dock and probably never catch a fish, but that didn’t matter to her. She loved the outdoors. Pam was also a music lover who loved anything from Journey to Reba, and they could always be heard on her stereo. Her laugh and smile was infectious and she had a heart of gold. She would help anyone even if she wasn’t able to help herself. She was often the life of the party and loved socializing with everyone, if you didn’t know her, you did quickly. She had a way with people that everyone remembers her for. She leaves behind many memories, loved ones, and friends. May she rest in paradise where she can work on her tan. Until we meet again, We love you Mom, grandma, daughter, sister, and friend.
Funeral services will be held at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 in the Chapel of Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32211. Pam’s family will receive her friends one hour prior to her service.
Arles Roy “Jack” Ingram
Arles Roy “Jack” Ingram (Ingraham) of Jacksonville, Florida, died peacefully on his 79th birthday, January 28, 2011, from complications of chronic pulmonary disease. Born on January 28, 1932, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Jack was son of the late Richard Dexter Ingraham and Beatrice Kay Rine Ingraham. He is also preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Michael Ingram and Melinda Ingram of Jacksonville; son and daughter–in-law, Kelly Ingram and Karen Ingram of Jacksonville; daughter Kathleen Ingram of Jacksonville; daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly Ingram-Diaz and Larry Diaz of El Paso, Texas; eleven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and numerous other loving relatives.
Following his graduation from high school, Jack proudly served in the U. S. Air Force and the United States Marine Corps. He retired from the Marine Corps after 21 years of honorable service. As a Marine, Jack served in Korea and Vietnam. For much of his military career, he served as a radio announcer and was well known as the “Voice” of the USMC’s radio show “Sound Stage”. During his meritorious career, he earned several commendations to include Good Conduct medals, National Service medals, National Defense Service medals, Korean Service medals, the United Nations medal, the Joint Service medal, a Combat Action Ribbon, a Distinguished Unit Citation, and a Vietnam Service medal. Upon returning from Vietnam, Jack retired from the military and worked for the “Flying Tigers”, Sears, and Pepper Industries. He also worked as a news announcer and disc jockey for WMBR, WVOJ, WJNJ, and WAPE radio stations. He thoroughly enjoyed working for WAPE during the glory years of “Big Ape” radio while continuing his education at Jones Business College.
Jack had a passion for sports, news, and reading. His hobbies included swimming, springboard diving, platform diving, and scuba diving. He was a devoted provider for his family. He instilled a strong work ethic in his children and led by example. He will be lovingly remembered for his constant positive attitude and pleasing personality.
An interment will be held at the Jacksonville National cemetery, 4083 Lannie Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32218, on February 11th at 10:30 a.m. Following the internment family and friends will gather for a memorial at Ocean Park Baptist Church located at 402 16th Avenue South, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, at 3:00 p.m. The church will be open at 2:00 p.m. for receiving flowers. The family will be receiving visitation from friends directly following the services.
Memorial donations in Arles' name may be made to the Ocean Park Baptist Church Youth Program.
Mary Kate Jones
Mary Kate Jones born on August 11, 1923 went to meet the Lord on February 1, 2011.
She is predeceased by her first husband Dick B. Mitchell, her second husband Randolph S. Jones, and her daughter Diana Mitchell Clarke. She is survived by daughter Mary Elizabeth Mitchell Marlow, brother B. Gary Pease, Grandsons Edwin M. Clarke (Anne), Raymond S. Clarke (Margaret) and Granddaughter Katherine E Baker (Dan); Great grandchildren, Mitchell, Lacey, Skylar, Christian and Asher Clarke; and Elizabeth and Christopher Baker. Also, a nephew, James Cassidy Pease.
Mary Kate was borne in Tennessee and moved to Florida in 1928 by boat, The Clyde Line. She attended local schools and graduated from Landon High School. She attended the Massey Business College and the AIB School of Banking. She was employed by the Duval County School System as a Secretary II and retired from there in 1977. She moved to Ponte Vedra Beach in 1996 after the death of her husband in 1991 to be close to her family.
She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the charity of your choice.
Wanda Martin
Mrs. Wanda Julia Martin was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, March 26, 2015 at 7PM. She was born June 10, 1927 in Brooklyn, NY to Marjan and Mary Kozlowski. Although the illness of dementia lasted over nine years, she kept us laughing and full of surprises with her witty phrases and gestures. Her smiles, hugs and kisses melted out hearts and her affection will be missed by many relatives and friends. She was a loving Mother that was the glue holding her family together, making sure that family kept in touch. Wanda’s cooking and baking skills satisfied the pallets of many, many family and friends over the years. She was an accomplished seamstress and stressed neatness and traditional Polish values. Her charisma with young children was incredible. She loved with Christian love and received it graciously. Wanda was the Principle of the Religious Education For Children at St. John Baptist de la Salle Parish in Granada Hills, CA for 10 years, was Past President of Queens and Kings of Christ The King, Jacksonville, FL and President of Knights of Columbus Women’s Auxiliary, K-Cees also in Jacksonville, FL. Also, she was a faithful member of the Holy Rosary Breakfast Club for 14 years. In addition, Wanda worked for Olive View Medical Center in Sylmar, CA for over 30 years and could type over 100 words per minute at a medical transcriptionist. Her love for her grand daughter prompted a move from Granada Hills, CA to Jacksonville, FL. She leaves her husband, Alfred J. Martin, Jr.; two sons, Steven Anthony Wojdat and Philip Stanley Wojdat; daughter-in-law, Sophia Wojdat; grand daughter, Wendy Wojdat; and many nieces and nephews. A Rosary Vigil will be held 6PM, Wednesday, April 1, 2015 in the Chapel of the funeral home with Msgr. Mortimer Danaher as Celebrant. The family will receive friends for a Visitation Gathering from 7PM to 8PM immediately following the Rosary. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin 10 AM, Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Christ The King Catholic Church, 742 Arlington Expressway, Jacksonville, FL with Father James Boddie officiating. A Graveside Blessing will begin 12:30 PM, Friday, April 3, 2015 at Jacksonville National cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL. Msgr Mortimer Danaher will preside. Arrangements by Arlington Funeral Home, 6920 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32211 (904) 724-6384. Please report to Lane #1 no later than 12:15 PM the day of the burial for procession to the outdoor committal shelter. Arrangements by Arlington Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Florida 6920 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32211(904) 724-6384
Rivers D. Robbins
Born in Choctaw, AL on Mar. 14, 1910
Departed on Jul. 3, 2007 and resided in Orange Park, FL.
ROBBINS - Mrs. Rivers D. Robbins of Orange Park, FL passed away July 3, 2007 following a long and happy life of 97 years. She was born March 14, 1910 in Choctaw, AL, the daughter of Coleman Thrash and Ida Rogers Thrash. She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who was well known for her delicious cooking. She worked for many years at the lunch counter at Townsend’s Pharmacy. She was predeceased by her husband Bill Robbins in 1997. Surviving are daughters Gwen Chojnacki and her husband Cubie, and Bobbie Jo Robbins; also her son Jack Robbins and his wife Connie; 8 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren; and many other loving family members and friends. Funeral services in celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 PM Friday July 6, 2007 in the chapel of JACKSONVILLE MEMORY GARDENS, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park. Mrs. Robbins will be laid to rest with her husband in the Garden of the Christus at Jacksonville Memory Gardens. Family members and friends will gather on Thursday evening from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home.
Adolph Karl Sigle
Adolph Karl Sigle, 91, passed away February 4, 2011. Born in Schorndorf, Germany on November 15, 1919, he grew up in Chicago, IL. and joined the US Army in 1940. He fought in the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge during WWII with the 4th Infantry Division/12th Infantry Regiment. Adolph moved to Jacksonville in the 1950’s and married
the love of his life, Wanda, in 1961. They moved to Jacksonville Beach in 1977.
Adolph is survived by his son, Alan Sigle; grandson, Austin Sigle; sister, Clara Thompson; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased in 2001 by his loving wife of 40 yrs, Wanda.
Private family services were held. Services under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz, A Family Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 3600 3rd St. S., Jacksonville Beach, 904-249-1100.
Christian David Davis
Christian David Davis, 28, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2011. Christian was born in Jacksonville on June 1st, 1982 to William C. Davis and Glenda Griffin Davis and had attended Wolfson High School. He enjoyed all sports especially riding his bicycle as well as spending many hours at the beach.
Christian was a very loving son, brother and uncle and will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. He was predeceased by a sister, Cheryl Smithie.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Glenda & Robert Massey; his father, William C. Davis; sisters, Shelley C. Harris and Marianne Davis Burley; brother, Brennan Davis; and nieces & nephews, Corey Lee Troutman, Ashley Nicole Troutman, Glenna Georgette Smithie, Jacob Harris Robbie Burley and Ryan Burley.
A memorial service for Christian will be held at noon on Friday, March 18, 2011 at the Church of Jacksonville, 8313 Baycenter Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd. Jacksonville.
Robert Wade Darlington
October 18, 1943 - February 13, 2014
U.S. Veteran - Robert Wade Darlington, 67, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2014. Mr. Darlington, an avid FSU fan, is survived by his wife of 30 years, Susan Darlington; 2 daughters, Joy Dee Gabel and Sharon (Jason) Darlington; 4 grandchildren: Savannah, Katie Rae, Jessica and Harley; and many other loving family and friends. There will be no services at this time. To show your support, friends are encouraged to call or visit the family. Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd. 744-8422.
Eleanor Jean Anderson
Eleanor Jean Anderson, 79, of Jacksonville, FL (formerly of Marianna, PA) passed away at her home on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012. Her sweet spirit touched all who knew her, and she will be sadly missed.
Eleanor was predeceased by her loving husband of 55 years, Cecil J. Anderson (2005). Eleanor is survived by her son Keith J. Anderson of Marianna, PA and her daughter Caren Anderson Gordon (Michael) of Jacksonville, FL. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren: Carl J. Anderson (Kari) of Homer City, PA; Kyle L. Anderson (Stacy) of Coweta, OK; Scott Gordon (Katherine) and Gentry Hughes (Travis) of Jacksonville, FL; and Nikki Hope of St. Augustine. Eleanor was a loving great-grandmother of 9: Caleb Anderson, Ryan Cameron, Channing and Elena Anderson, Caleb Gordon, Cali Hughes and Madison, Kennedy and Cooper Hope.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 18th at 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 7665 Fort Caroline Road, Jacksonville, Florida.
She will lie in rest with her husband at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Orange Park Florida.
Harold F. (Mac) McCauslin
Harold F. McCauslin (Mac), 81, of Jacksonville Beach died Sept. 23, 2005 at the Life Care Center of Jacksonville after a lengthy illness. He was born on April 23, 1924 in Adams County, near Gettysburg, Pa. He lived at the Beaches for 50 years. He served with the Army Air Corps, in Europe during World War II, and was wounded at Normandy Beach. He was Past Commander of the VFW #3270 and Past Master of the Masonic Lodge #272.
He was very involved in the Beaches Little League Baseball and Pop Warner Football as a coach. He is retired from the Times Union Transportation Department.
He was survived by his wife Miriam, sons Richard Cunningham (Judith) of Illinois, Lansing McCauslin, Martin McCauslin (Tracy) and Dean McCauslin, of Jacksonville Beach. grandchildren, Richard Cunningham Jr., Melissa Cunningham, Amanda McCauslin, Matthew McCauslin and four great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at the Masonic Lodge #272 on Oct. 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Pete Reynolds
Pete Reynolds went home to be with the Lord September 21, 2010. Pete is survived by his wife Marjorie, his daughter Delaney, brother Dr. Mike (Debbie) Reynolds of Jacksonville Beach, sister Susan (Steve) Wyly of Jacksonville, and numerous sister and brother in-laws, cousins, nephews and nieces, many other family members, and those who knew and loved him.
Pete graduated from Fletcher High School as a part of the class of 1976. He attended Florida Junior College (Florida State College at Jacksonville) and Labette Community College, Parsons, Kansas. As a Toastmaster and with his outgoing personality, Pete found a professional calling as a sales representative, most recently for the astronomical company Daystar Solar Filters. His interests were as broad as his friendships, from cooking to music, including as a DJ – Sneaky Pete – to astronomy to a huge Disney fan, and sports. He had played on several church softball teams and even tried a year of college football.
Pete had also been involved in the Labette Community College SkillsUSA, Jacksonville Beaches Rotary, served as a deacon at the First Baptist Church of Jacksonville Beach, and assisted with both the Fletcher Senior High and Northeast Florida Regional Science & Engineering Fairs in the 1980’s.
Since his retirement from Daystar Solar Filters, Pete had become very involved in the outreach ministries of the Oswego (Kansas) Assembly of God. He staffed the church’s food pantries, prepared meals for people in the community, and generously gave of himself.
Visitation is Thursday, September 23, 2010 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Murdock Funeral Home in Oswego, Kansas.
Funeral services are 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 24, 2010 at Oswego Assembly of God in Oswego, with Rev. Steve McBrien officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Valley cemetery, south of Oswego.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully request donations to the Delaney Jackson Reynolds education fund.
“For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10
Arrangements are under the direction of Murdock Funeral Home, 203 Illinois, Oswego, Kansas 67356.
