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Johnnie Carroll Kirkland
01/09/1937 - 08/16/2026
Johnnie Carroll Kirkland
Sunrise: January 9, 1937, Sunset: August 16, 2026
Johnnie Carroll Kirkland Sr., 89, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the family who loved him so deeply, on August 16, 2026. His passing leaves a quiet ache in the hearts of those who knew him, but also a lifetime of love, laughter, strength, and memories that will be carried forward with gratitude and pride.
Johnnie was born on January 9, 1937, in Coffee County, Georgia, to Albert Kirkland and Telitha Uma Carver Ki...
Cecil Malcolm McClellan
02/01/1943 - 08/13/2026
Cecil Malcolm McClellan, 83, passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, on August 13, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was the beloved husband of Nancy McClellan, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage.
Born on February 1, 1943, in Jacksonville, Cecil was the son of Eugene Victor McClellan Sr. and Rosalie Haddock McClellan. He proudly served in the Florida National Guard and retired from the State of Florida Department of Transportation after 42 years of dedicated service.
Cecil...
Clarence "Paul" Isbell
10/16/1954 - 08/06/2026
It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Clarence “Paul” Isbell on August 6, 2026 at the age of 71. Paul was born in Montgomery, Alabama to Eathon and Janet Isbell and currently resided in Orange Park, Florida. After graduating from Edgewood Academy he enlisted in the United States Navy in 1975 and served honorably for six years. After the Navy he joined the Northeast Florida Builders Association Apprenticeship in the trade of Electrician. He was a member of Local Union No 177 a...
Dennis Keith Meurer
11/21/1940 - 08/04/2026
Dennis Meurer was born on November 21, 1940, and was raised in Louisville, Kentucky.
Dennis proudly retired from CSX after 35 years of dedicated service where he had a strong work ethic that he carried throughout his life and proudly instilled in his children.
Outside of work, Dennis enjoyed the little things that made life special. He loved spending time with his family, tending to his garden, and watching his favorite show, The Big Bang Theory. His warmth, humor, and appreciation for e...
Jennifer Brown Hurley
05/25/1975 - 08/03/2026
Jennifer Annette Hurley, 51, went to be with her Savior on August 3, 2026 after a hospital stay following two massive strokes in June. Jennifer was born on May 25, 1975 to John and Karen Brown in Indiana, and moved to Jacksonville, Florida in 1994. She is survived by her husband, Bernie, their son, Bernie, his wife Kara, their two children, Jennings and Holland, and her father, John Brown. She is preceded in death by her mother, Karen Brown. Jennifer was a beloved teacher at Cedar Creek Christia...
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Phyllis Hawkins
09/07/1934 - 08/03/2026
Phyllis Auta England Hawkins, age 91, moved to her heavenly home on August 3, 2026, after a brief time in hospice care in Jacksonville FL.
Phyllis was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was pre-deceased by her daughter, Kathleen Hawkins Walters, and infant son, Dennis L Hawkins. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Hawkins Gray of Jacksonville FL, four grandchildren (Aaron Gray, Bethany Gray Brohinsky, Nathan Gray, and Seth Gray) and six great-grandch...
Edna Ruth Jolly
11/26/1934 - 08/01/2026
Edna Ruth Jolly
Ruth Jolly, beloved matriarch of the Jolly family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 4:15 p.m. on August 1, 2026, surrounded by family. Born November 26, 1934, in Frostproof, Florida, Ruth was the youngest of nine children—a full decade younger than her closest sibling. She was the daughter of Judson J. Underwood and Mattie Lula Cotton.
Ruth was married to W.J. Jolly for 61 years and survived him by 11 years. She is survived by her beloved niece, Pa...
Hazel Jones Womble
12/24/1919 - 08/01/2026
Hazel Jones Womble, 106, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026. A dedicated nurse, educator, and veteran, Hazel’s long life was defined by her service to her country and her community. Born on Christmas Eve in 1919 in Perry, Florida, Hazel was the daughter of Evander Elmore Jones and Alva Lee Adams Jones. She graduated from Taylor County High School in 1937 before moving to Jacksonville to pursue her calling in healthcare at the St. Luke’s School of Nursing, where sh...
Bradley John Beckert
10/03/1945 - 07/31/2026
Bradley John Beckert, 80, of Jacksonville Florida, passed peacefully on Friday July 31st, 2026.
He is survived by his brother Randy Beckert, his two sons, John Beckert and Glen Beckert; and by his grandson Sebastian Beckert. He was preceded in death by his wife, Georgie Beckert, who passed on this same day in 2023.
Brad was born on October 3rd, 1945, in Kittery Maine. Brad was one of three boys and one sister. When not in school, Brad’s childhood was spent playing baseball, hunting, and ca...
Brenda Smith Caron
10/20/1956 - 07/28/2026
Brenda Gail Smith Caron, 69, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, July 28th.
Born October 20th, 1956, in Douglas, Georgia, to the late Carl and Helen Smith, Brenda relocated to Jacksonville, Florida with her parents as a young child. She grew up in the west side community of Pickettville and graduated from Paxon High School in 1974.
Brenda enjoyed selling Paparazzi jewelry and was affectionately known as the "Bling Bling lady." Her social media live s...
John W. “Butch” Wilkinson Jr.
10/23/1957 - 07/23/2026
John W. “Butch” Wilkinson Jr., 68, passed away on July 23, 2026.
Born on October 23, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, Butch was the son of John W. Wilkinson Sr. and Betty Ann (Zeune) Horton. He had made his home in Jacksonville, Florida, since 1989.
Butch was truly one of a kind. He lived life in his own way, had a wonderful sense of humor, and possessed one of the very best laughs. He had a way of making life more interesting simply by being himself and left a lasting impression on those fortunat...
Judith Ilean Phillips
05/22/1950 - 07/19/2026
In Loving Memory of Judith Ilean Phillips
May 22, 1950 – July 19, 2026
Judith Ilean Phillips, age 76, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on May 22, 1950, in Century, Florida, Judith was one of fifteen brothers and sisters. She graduated from Century High School before making Jacksonville her home, where she lived for more than 50 years and built a life centered on faith, family, and serving others.
Judith dedicated mo...