ALVIN MCDANIEL
Mr. Alvin McDaniel, 86, retired from Bell Systems, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 at Orange Park Medical Center. Funeral Services were held on Thursday, June 25 at Memphis Funeral Home, Germantown Parkway Chapel. He was a WWII veteran, a Jack Daniel Country Squire, a member of Bellsouth Pioneers, a loving grandfather and great grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife, Velma McDaniel; and great grandson, John Robert Alvin Vaughn. He leaves behind two daughters, Carol Diehl of Orange Park; and Patricia DuCharme (Greg) of Middleburg; sister, Sue Williams of Dayton, Ohio; sister-in-law, Mildred McDaniel of Bartlett, Tenn.; brother-in-law, Marvin Daves of DeSoto County, Miss.; grandchildren, Robert Miller (Teresa) of Cordova, Tenn.; Jennifer Vaughn of Memphis, Tenn.; Michael McDaniel (Naomi) of Jacksonville, Tenn.; Tracey McDaniel of Tucson, Ariz.; Cindy DeSantis (Damon) of Ft. Lauderdale; and Christopher Durbin (Lynn) of Middleburg; Michelle Brock (Tony); Ricky Schoolcraft and Debbie Combs (Michael); great grandchildren, Stephanie Miller; April Parsons; Robbie Miller; Olivia Vaugn; Sydney Vaughn; and Ayva McDaniel; step great grandchildren, Mia Brock; Makelle Brock; Gabrielle Schoolcraft; Shelby Schoolcraft; Michael Combs, Jr.; Gavin Combs and Caryle Combs. Memphis Funeral Home Germantown Parkway Chapel (901) 725-0100. www.memphisfuneralhome.net
JOB JORGE TRAVASSOS “SUNSHINE”
Funeral services for Job Jorge Travassos "Sunshine", 91, will be held from the graveside Friday, June 26 in Penney Farms Memorial Cemetery, with Mr. Manuel Travassos, his nephew, officiating. He was born in Middleboro, Mass. He was in the produce business for over fifty years, and was the last member of the Travassos family of Penney Farms. He was preceeded in death by his wife of 53 years, Rebecca Leola Travassos; who passed away in 1994, and his daughter Margaret Colgan who passed away in 1998. He is survived by his children, Job J. Travassos, Jr. (Sandi); Debbie Kennedy (Stan); Frank Mauricio Travassos (Doris); son in law, Larry Colgan; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. The family received friends at Helm Funeral Home, 1811 Idlewild Avenue, Green Cove Springs, Fla.
MERILYN HOWARD ELSNER
Mrs. Merilyn Howard Elsner, 82, of Orange Park, Fla., passed away Sunday, May 17, 2009. Born in Bryceville, Fla., on July 22, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Vernie James and Mary Leona Bryce Howard. She was married 58 years to William “Bill” Elsner. Together they owned and operated Elsner’s Photography and Framing where she specialized in the restoration of fine art. She is survived by her husband, William Elsner; sister, Sharon (Clayton) Hill; nieces, Allison (Mike) Pilliod and Wlisabeth (Marty) Bost; great nephews, Bryce and Andrew Pilliod and Charlie Bost. She added love and beauty to everything she touched from her work as an artist, to her home and garden to her relationships with family, friends, and customers. She was forever the gracious hostess and always put others needs before her own. The family would like to extend its appreciation to the staff of The Clay County on Aging, Life Care, and Orange Park Hospital for there care and support. A memorial service was held Saturday, May 30 at the Pinewood Presbyterian Church.
ALLEN SEABRIAN JONES
Mr. Allen Seabrian Jones, 51 a longtime resident of the Gainesville and Melrose area died at his residence on Tuesday, June 23, 2009. He was born on February 8, 1958, in Pensacola, Fla., to Ralph T. and Rosemaire (Costa) Jones. He was employed as a Counselor for the North Florida Treatment Center in Gainesville and was an avid gator fan. He is survived by father Ralph T. Jones of Melrose, his sister, Annmarie Dombrowski of Jupiter, Fla.; and one niece. A memorial service was held on Friday, June 26 in the Visitation Center at the North Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center in Gainesville. In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made to you local Humane Society in Memory of Allen. Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr. Keystone Heights, Fla., 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com
SARAH ANN HALLOWELL
Mrs. Sarah Ann Hallowell, 69, of Melrose passed away at her home on Wednesday, June 24, 2009. She had lived most of her life in Palatka and moved to Melrose 25 years ago. She was born on Dec. 9, 1939, in Waycross, Ga. She was a homemaker and also an Auxiliary member and past president of the Am Vets Post #86 in Keystone Heights. Her survivors include her children, Joyce Cordell; and Wendell (Angie) Lingerfelt all of Melrose; siblings, Charles Gale (Anita); Jimmy Gale (Wonnie); Bob Gale (Pam); Mike Gale; Susie Stephens (Ronnie); Melba Holliday; grandchildren, Sarah Wilkinson, Veronica Barton (Bryan); Kent Wilkinson; Rachel Lingerfelt; great grandchildren, Jayden Goodman and Jordan Barton, many nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held on Sunday, June 28 at the Am vets post #86 in Keystone Heights. In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made the Haven Hospice of the Lakes, 6400 St. Johns Ave, Palatka, FL 32177. Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr. Keystone Heights, Fla., 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com
Ms. Bobbie Ann Bloys-Stratten, 57, passed away in an untimely manner due to an accident on June 19, 2009. She was a loving and giving woman who will be deeply missed and mourned by family and friends. She was a caregiver in Orange Park and Green Cove Springs for 30 years. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ms. Virginia O’Berry; brother, James Bloys and grandson, Nathaniel Stratten. She leaves to mourn her death a brother, Lee Bloys; adopted daughter, Ashley Blitchington; adopted sister, Lisa Moore; husband, Douglas Stratten; daughters, Virginia Roberts Pierce (Cary), Jennifer and Carol Stratten and one son, Daniel Stratten. She was a great mother and grandmother to grandchildren, Rakeem Wright, Nicholas, Alex, Anthony, Arron Asher (Jeremy) and Jeremiah Hyatt; Hatley; Gaden; and Peyton Blitchington. We are able to manage by God’s grace due to the fact we know she’s in Heaven and no more pain. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at Russell Baptist Church with Rev. Ron Baker officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make financial contributions for funeral expenses to Broadus-Raines Funeral Home. 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
MONIQUE HAMILTON
Mrs. Monique Hamilton, 71, of Orange Park, Fla., passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2009. She was born on March 13, 1938, in St. Dizier, France and had lived in the local area for 29 years. She was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed reading as well as going out to eat with her friends. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends. Survivors include her children, Sabrina Bouchard; Stella Crooker (Wayne) and Todd Hamilton (Stacey); sister, Jacqueline Poirot (Gerard) and grandchildren, Kristen Lewis; Bradley Merrill; Mikhayla Hamilton and Nathaniel Hamilton. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 1 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel with Father Robert Trujillo presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org. 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, Fla., (904) 284-4000.
Mr. William “Bill” Miller, 81, of Orange Park, Fla., passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009. He was born on May 25, 1928, to David and Anna Miller in Ovid, NY. He worked as a general laborer for the City of Canandaigua in New York. He served his country honorably in The United States Army. He came to Moosehaven on January 17, 1996, where he resided for 13 years. A Memorial Service was held Wednesday, July 1 at the Moosehaven Chapel with inurnment in Moosehaven Mausoleum. Services conducted by the Rev. Helen Taylor and Officers of Opportunity Lodge. Military honors were conferred at the service. He is survived by one brother, Donald Miller of Charlotte, NC; and four sisters, Janet Miller; Elizabeth Smith; Eva Dewey of Canandaigua, NY; Margaret Smith of Lake Worth, Fla.; and Marjorie Church of St. Petersburg, Fla. 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, Fla., (904) 284-4000.
WARREN DOUGLAS CRISP
Mr. Warren Douglas Crisp, 63, of Jacksonville, Fla., passed away Monday, June 22, 2009. He was born on November 22, 1945, in Franklin, NC to William and Leila Crisp. He served his country in the United States Navy and worked as a baggage handler for Continental Airlines. He will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his sister, Wilma Davis. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn W. Crisp; son, Michael (Tara) Crisp; sister, Barbara Hyde and grandchildren, Sydney and Abby. A memorial service was held Wednesday, July 1 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel with Linda Mowers officiating. Military honors will be conferred at the service. Please sign the family’s online register book at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, Fla., (904) 284-4000.
GERALDINE HARTLEY LOWE
Ms. Geraldine Hartley Lowe, 69, a lifelong resident of Jacksonville passed away Monday, June 29, 2009, at Acosta-Rua Community Hospice. She was born on November 30, 1939, to the late Claude and Pauline (Griffis) Hartley. She was raised Baptist and was a homemaker. She is survived by her sons and their wives, Tommy (Kay) Lowe of Starke; Timmy (Debbie) Lowe of Bryceville; and Donald Lowe of Jacksonville; siblings, Gary; David; Larry; Sharon; Susan; and Ann; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 2 in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at the Keystone Heights Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Dr. Keystone Heights, Fla., 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com
DIANE KILNER
Mrs. Diane Kilner, 66, of Fleming Island, Fla., passed away Saturday, June 6, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 10, 1942, in Glendale, Calif., to A.R. and Ruth Gist. She moved to the local area 41 years ago and had been a real estate broker for over 30 years. She was a Past-President of the Clay County Board of Realtors and Treasurer of the Orange Park Women’s Club. She was a sales and marketing director for many private builders as well as an entrepreneur who started many cosmetic and jewelry businesses. She was of the Christian faith and will be dearly missed by her loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her husband of 41 years, Ed Kilner; children, Jim Holder (Mia); Kim Holder (Donnie) and Kelly Brannigan (Jason); grandchildren, James; Addison; Preston and Alec and special friend, Jane Hines. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 10 in the Broadus-Raines chapel. Services will be conducted by Cynthia Montello. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation at ww5.komen.org. Please sign the family’s online register book at www.broadusraines.com. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, Fla., (904) 284-4000.