Myrtice Hulett Dowden passed away Sunday February 4th, 2024 at the age of 83, at her home in Orange Park, Florida. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Homer Allen Dowden Jr. on August 8th, 2020 at the age of 77. They were married 49 years. As well as, Edwin James Casaletto who gave it all for Our Family and Our Country in Vietnam 1967.
Myrtice was also preceded in death by her Parents: Roy & Blanche Webb Hulett. Brothers: James W., Ralph M., Lewis E., Ira L., & Cliff Harold Hulett. Sister: Evelyn Hulett Giles.
Myrtice is survived by her Sisters: Dorthy Nell Hulett Brown & Joyce Hulett Enos. Brother: Lewis Edward Hulett.
Sons: Michael J. Morris (Michelle) & Bryan K. Morris (Jamie). Daughter: Rhonda J. Casaletto.
Grandchildren: Dawn Morris McGuckin (Shannon), Christina Morris Taylor (Zach), Bryan Allen Morris (Brittany), Gregory M. Morris (Megan) & Brianne J Aucoin. Bonus Grandchildren: Amanda Graham Andrews (David) & Christopher P. Aucoin (Lauren)
Great Grandchildren: Paityn, Harper, Iyla, Cason, Beau, Maelyn, Jaxon, Mason, Baxley, Baylor, Brody, Hadley, Raelynn & Jayden.
Myrtice was the owner of Normandy Village Kindergarten and Daycare for several years followed by an in-home daycare, dba Dowden’s Daycare. Her daycare children all were a cherished part of her heart.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 11:00AM in Hillcrest Baptist Church, 7673 Collins Road, Jacksonville, Fl 32244 with Pastor Greg Morris officiating followed by interment in Riverside Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Fraser Funeral Home, 8168 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221 from 6:00- 8:00pm Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Hillcrest Baptist Church
Fraser Funeral Home
Riverside Memorial Park
Carol Martin Batista & Chip Martin
February 6, 2024, 9:46 am
We are heartbroken with the passing of our neighborhood mom. We are so much better today because of her constant watch over us as we played in the neighborhood. She was always there to help or to offer words of advice. She didn’t hesitate to yell at us or rat us out to our parents when we needed it. All of us neighborhood kids have lost a big part of our childhood with her passing. May her family find peace and comfort during this difficult time. You will remain in our prayers. Much love, Carol Martin Batista & Chip Martin
Rhonda Casaletto
February 7, 2024, 9:38 pm
Mom, you will always be remembered as we share your stories for generations to come. Love and peace for you and dad for eternity.
Rhonda
February 13, 2024, 12:21 pm
I was proud to call her mama. She was there through thick and thin for me and my brothers. She is dearly missed but we are grateful that she could join my dad, Homer Dowden in heaven. She missed him every day since his passing.
Kevin, Melanie, Tori and Matthew Layton
February 13, 2024, 12:36 pm
Family, we are so sorry to hear this news. We were so blessed to have “Nanny” Myrtice care for our children up until the time they started school. We have such special memories of her and Homer and the love they shared for all the kids they took care of. She will always have a special place in our hearts.
Sharon Lacy
February 13, 2024, 1:09 pm
Rhonda I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful lady and we will dearly miss her. Thank you so much for letting me know. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Pat Domann
Rhonda Casaletto
April 25, 2024, 11:04 am
How does one ever heal from losing your parents when they have been with you through it all? I push through each day to follow through with thier wishes and to make them proud. I wish they were here everyday. Thank you lord for blessing me with my amazing family.