JONATHAN KENNETH STONE
Jonathan Kenneth Stone, 58, a child of God, beloved son, brother and uncle, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 19, 2017. He was born November 11, 1959 in Jacksonville, FL. Jonathan grew up at the beaches and attended San Pablo Elementary, Fletcher Junior High School and Fletcher Senior High School – graduating in 1977. In his youth, he spent his summers as an avid swimmer and member of the Beaches Aquatic Club.
A member of St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, Jonathan served as an usher. Jonathan developed a strong work ethic at a young age. At age 16, he held a paper route and later became a bag boy then stock man at Publix in Jacksonville Beach. After saving enough money, he traveled to what was then billed as the world’s largest jeep dealership in Greenville, SC to purchase his beloved black jeep CJ-7. Soon after making a few “modifications”, Jonathan’s jeep would become famous as the biggest and coolest jeep at the beach. Jonathan’s love for all things mechanical would lead to him to pursue a career as an electrician, beginning his apprenticeship as a journeyman after high school. He was a member of the IBEW union and enjoyed working for several well-known Jacksonville-area electricians. Jonathan also parlayed his skills into working on cars, serving as a mechanic at a beaches area service station and as a civilian military mechanic at Mayport Naval Air Station in Jacksonville. He loved the work he did and was known for his thoroughness on every job.
As a lifelong beach resident, Jonathan loved boating and fishing and whenever he got the chance he would go off with friends to the Keys for off-shore fishing excursions. He was also a certified scuba diver. Later in life, Jonathan developed a reputation as an all-around handyman. His proficiency and easy-going manner quickly earned himself a loyal group of clients who he would fix or install anything for. Not surprisingly, many of them became friends. Jonathan had an engaging smile and an easy-going way about him that drew everyone in – young and old. He loved pets and one of his daily joys was giving treats to the neighborhood cats and dogs. To all that knew him, Jonathan was a trusted and loyal friend with a big heart who was always finding ways to touch the lives of others and lend a helping hand. To his beloved mother, he was her “Precious Stone”. Jonathan is predeceased by his father, Richard Tomkins Stone.
He is survived by his mother Theodora Blackwell Stone; brothers and sisters, Richard H. Stone (Alyson), Hudson, MA; Patricia Driscoll (Jack), Birmingham, AL; Virginia Horton (Bill), Orlando, FL; Barbara Boone (Forrest), Tallahassee, FL; Malcolm Charles Stone, Jacksonville, FL and Philip Theodore Stone, Tallahassee, FL; nieces and nephews: Amanda and Molly Stone, Daniel Driscoll and Lindsey Cartwright (Andrew), Stephanie and Candace Horton, Michael, Forrest and Matthew Boone; and close friend Beverly Smalley.
A celebration of Jonathan’s life will be held 11:00 am, Thursday, December 7, 2017 at St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church, 465 Eleventh Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to www.donatelifeflorida.org.

Paul John Scioscia, 57, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died December 3, 2017. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., December 7, 2017 in Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m., December 8, 2017 in Our Lady Star of The Sea Catholic Church. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
 

William A. Kamke, 96, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died December 3, 2017. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
 

MARJORIE GAUL
Marjorie Gaul, 85, of Jacksonville Beach passed away Sunday, December 3, 2017. Born in Canton, Ohio she was a daughter of the late Harry & Anna Doll Burgy. Marjorie was a concert pianist and opera singer as a young adult and later became a very successful real estate agent. She moved to Jacksonville Beach from Canton in 2013.
She is survived by her children, Michaelle Boyajian and Eric Gaul; grandchildren, Dustin Boyajian, Destiny Lacross, Matthew Gaul, Renee Gaul, Alex Gaul, and Drew Gaul; great-grandchildren, Allison Boyajian, Abbigail Boyajian, and Vivien Gaul. In addition to her parents, Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Dwain Gaul; son, Terrence Gaul; daughter, Susan Gaul and her brother, All Burgy.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Marjorie’s memory.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hardage-giddensbeacheschapel.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home 1701 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 (904) 249-2374.

CLARENCE LELAND COVERT (PETE)
Clarence Leland Covert (Pete), 62, peacefully transcended into the light on Thursday, November 2, 2017. Pete was born in Neptune, N.J. to Clarence & Edna Covert. Married to Lorie Gajo, together they shared their home with three loving dachshunds (Leilani, Malibu & Muffin).
In his care-free way Pete hitch hiked rides coast to coast on an adventurous escapade! It was during a stop in Florida that he would meet his soul-mate, Lorie. The explorations didn’t stop, together they would travel to Rome, hike the Grand Canyon, back-packed in the Smoky Mountains and eventually settled on the island of Kilauea, Kauai. There, Pete would build their cottage, a home strong enough to withstand Hurricane Iniki when million dollar homes fell! 
Prayer and meditation is helping me to be at peace and accept what I could not change. My Love, as I listen to the gift of your song “Back to the Ocean” I know we are not physically together, we are still connected sharing an infinite spiritual existence.
Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Services under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

Robert Paul Brett, 95, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died December 3, 2017. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100. 

VIRGINIA JO MULLICAN (HENDERSON)
Virginia Jo Mullican (Henderson), 88, of Neptune Beach, Florida, passed away in the early morning hours of December 12, 2017. Virginia Jo was born in Rossville, Georgia to William and Laverna Belle (Ball) Henderson on July 9th, 1929. She married Eugene Mullican of Chattanooga, Tennessee on August 14th, 1947. They resided first in Neptune Beach, Florida followed by Jacksonville Beach, Florida. In the early 1970s, Gene's work in the insurance field took the family to Greenville, South Carolina for nearly a decade before returning to live many years in Palm Valley, Florida. Jo enjoyed music. She was a gifted soprano. She sang in church choirs and volunteered for many civic choruses as well. Her husband, Eugene Mullican, and two sibling Henderson sisters, Dortha Crabtree (Billy) and Katherine Davenport (Algie), have preceded her passing.
Together Gene and Jo had four children who survive; Teresa Lang (Calvin), Holly O'Brien (Leon), Kerry Maureen Bloch (Robert) and one son, Kevin Mullican. Jo also was a grandmother of two; granddaughter, Angela Tiffany Lang, and grandson, David Joseph Bloch. She is also survived by sister in law, Mildred Adair (Bill). Jo was relative to many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins surviving her in Tennessee and Georgia.
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, December 15, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Beaches Memorial Park with Pastor C.D. Johnson of Carpenter's House Church of God in Christ officiating. The family wishes to express sincere thanks to all those tenderly close to them for prayers offered on their behalf, and a heartfelt thank you to those who assisted in her latter care. The arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services at Beaches Memorial Park, 1500 Main Street, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. 904-249-1166.
 

SCOTT TOMS MORGAN
Scott Toms Morgan, 64, passed away December 9, 2017 after a brief yet courageous battle with cancer. He lived life large and was never in a hurry. The past six years Scott has enjoyed his retirement, beaches, palm trees and golf in both Ponte Vedra Beach and Jacksonville, Florida.
He was born in Oak Park, Illinois, but grew up in Old Greenwich/Riverside, Connecticut, where he was an avid tennis player, football player, a state champion wrestler, and one of three Eagle Scouts in his family. He briefly attended the University of Texas in Austin but was a lifetime Longhorn and graduated with a business degree from Wheeling Jesuit University in Wheeling, West Virginia.
During his professional career Scott worked for McKesson Chemical, Scott Paper, ICI Americas and GMAC before becoming President and owner of Morgan Toms Mortgage Consultants, Inc. in Kennesaw, Georgia.
Scott is survived by his other half and best friend Marie Moore, son Eric Morgan (Amanda), daughters Amanda Worthan (William), Natalie Morgan, Marie’s daughters Lauren Smith and Jessica Cogo (Victor), brothers William R. Morgan, Jr. (Charlene) and Gregory T. Morgan (Karen), five grandchildren, nine nieces and nephews and his four-legged companion Sadie. He was preceded in death by his parents William R. Morgan and Alice Morgan Vyverberg.
A celebration of his life will be held after the holidays at Jacksonville Golf and Country Club in Jacksonville, Florida. In lieu of cards/flowers, donations may be made to www.communityhospice.com please designate McGraw Center and/or www.philanthropy.mayoclinic.org and select the cancer research designation.
Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Services under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

Nelson North Moneypenny, 90, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, died December 3, 2017. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
 

Diane E. Kulp, 67, died December 10, 2017. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904) 285-1130

Barbara Kinkade, 63, died December 10, 2017. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
 

GEORGE M. JOSEPH M.D.
George M. Joseph M.D. of Ponte Vedra Beach passed away December 10th, 2017 with his loving wife of 53 years, Mary Friedlin Joseph, and their children by his side.
He is survived by his wife and children, George Jr. (Nicole), Matthew (Nancy), Marisa (Shealan d.), Mary (Brad), eight grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. 
A Jacksonville native, Dr. Joseph was the beloved first son of the late Joseph and Frances Joseph, and brother to Richard, Michael, Gary (d.) and Raymond. He graduated from Robert E. Lee H.S. and Emory University School of Medicine. He served honorably in the U.S. Army during Vietnam at Walter Reed National Military Hospital. Dr. Joseph was a practicing psychiatrist in the Jacksonville area for over 40 years. He was devoted to his patients and served God and his community with dedication, passion and commitment. A true gentleman and scholar, Dr. Joseph was a connoisseur of the fine arts, opera and literature. He was beloved by all who knew and worked with him, and never met a stranger. He was also an avid golfer and spent many hours with his golf buddies chasing that elusive white ball across the beautiful greens of Ponte Vedra Inn and Club.  
Services will be held at St. Johns Cathedral on Monday, December 18, 2017 at 2 pm. Internment to follow at Ponte Vedra Valley. Donations in Dr. Joseph’s memory may be made to samaritanspurse.org  Please sign the online guestbook at www.pontevedravalley.com
 

Cecilia A. Kale, 79, of Jacksonville Beach, died December 8, 2017. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.

Suzan V. David, 79, died December 8, 2017. Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home,(904)285-1130.

ANNE CHUPAK
Anne Chupak, 98, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2017 at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring surrounded by her family. Anne was born in Czechoslovakia on September 6, 1919. She moved to America with her parents when she was 7 years old and they settled in Yonkers, NY where she grew up and was married on September 10, 1942. While they were living in Germany, she was pre-deceased by her husband, Master Sergeant Stephen Chupak, Jr., who served in the U.S. Army until his death in 1952. Upon his death, she relocated back to Yonkers where she devoted her life to raising and caring for her children. 
Anne moved to Jacksonville Beach in 1986 to be near her daughter and grandchildren. She will always be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and aunt. Anyone who knew her, referred to her as such a sweet lady.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Stephanie, her parents, John and Mary Polak, and her sister, Mary Pajank.
She is survived by her son, Stephen Chupak, III (Mary), her daughter, Carol Neith Hafner (Ned), three granddaughters, Christine Vitkus (Mark), Cindy Jeffery, Heather Cogley (John) and one grandson, Jacob Neith, eight great grandchildren, Sara, McKenzie, Colin, Kyle, Summer, Lucas, Kaylie and Willow. She is also survived by her sister, Margaret Vergari and several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:30 am Tuesday, December 19th at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 224 5th St. N., Jacksonville Beach with Reverend William Kelly as celebrant.  Interment will follow at the Jacksonville National Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL  32257. Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Services under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

A LEGEND HAS PASSED
COACH JOHN “WIMPY” SUTTON
Coach John “Wimpy” Sutton passed away peacefully on December 11, 2017 at the home of his daughter Kathleen, with all three of his daughters by his side. Wimpy would have been 91 on December 26th. He remained sweet, funny and thoughtful until the end of his life.
He was dearly loved at the Beaches for his tireless commitment to the community. Born in Jacksonville in December 26th, 1926, Wimpy spent his summers at the Beaches with his mother and grandmother, working at his great grandmother’s place, Perkins Bath House.  His first job as a teenager, selling hamburgers at Pee Wee’s Bar on the boardwalk, earned him the nickname “Wimpy” (think Popeye). Rumor has it, he ate more than he sold. Calling his “kids” Hamburgers and Hotdogs was his favorite term of endearment. We hear that there are many proud hamburgers and hotdogs still walking around today.
At age 15, Wimpy met the love of his life, Bobbie Macdonell. As a young man his favorite way to impress Bobbie was to walk on his hands up and down the ramp in front of the Jax Beach Life Guard Station. They were happily married for 61 years until the time of Bobbies death in 2009. Wimpy and Bobbie had three daughters, Candy Ross (David), Karen Foresta, Kathleen Rosskopf(Erik). At the time of his death.  Wimpy was proud of his 7 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He was adored by his family and will be greatly missed. Survivors include his brother Jimmy’s children Greg Sutton and Lynn Sutton Mhoon. Also, two wonderful sisters-in-law, whom he regarded as sisters, E.j. Macdonell Taylor(Rob) and Janet Macdonell(John Clancy), along with many wonderful nieces and nephews with whom he was very close.
Wimpy served in the Life Saving Corp as did both of his parents and his brother. For years he held the record for the most saves. One monumental day was July 4th, 1947, where is rescued 8 swimmers (6 men and 2 women) from drowning.
After serving in the Army for two years, he attended the University of Florida and remained a proud Gator for the rest of his life.
In 1951 Wimpy began his career at Fletcher High School, where he taught until in 1982 leaving a remarkable legacy of inspiration. Later he served on the Duval County Schoolboard and a liaison for Ryan’s Family Steakhouse.  Wimpy was always cutting edge. He started a community school exercise class long before “working out” was cool. His class was loving known as Wimpy’s Wonders and consisted of participants ages 10-75+.
His 9th grade Science students still tell stories of him standing on his desktop teaching the human anatomy. Wimpy also encouraged and developed athletes in football and basketball but was most well know for his swimmers’ successes. He coached his Fletcher swimmers to 179 consecutive dual meet wins, 20 consecutive conference championships, 15 consecutive county and district championships and TWO consecutive State Class A championships. One of Wimpy’s talented swimmers, Ken Walsh, went on the become a double gold medalist in the 1968 Olympics.
Wimpy was selected as a Beaches Jaycee Young Man of the Year in 1955 and a Jacksonville Sports Hall of Fame inductee in 1977. Wimpy and Bobbie were well known throughout the United Stated for their dancing and became Living Legends of Dance in 1997. Most recently Wimpy was honored by the Beaches Historical Society as  Living Legend in 2016.
In 1954 he and Coach Don Jarrett opened the first Coaches Tree Lot and 2nd Avenue North and 63 years later it is still a Beaches landmark.
Wimpy was an avid fisherman and shrimper, know all over for his “Candy” boat. He wrote the fishing column for the Beaches Leader for 40 years as well as having a local radio fishing show.
Along with the late Reverend John Hibbard, he founded the First Christian Church of the Beaches, where he served as an elder, youth leader and honorary deacon.
He was also one of the founders of the Beaches Educational Foundation. He helped start the Beaches Aquatic Club which put swimming in Jacksonville on the map. At any time at Fletcher High School you can take Sutton Lane to the John “Wimpy” Sutton pool.
Wimpy led by example with unwavering moral conviction. He will be sorely missed by former students, friends and family.
You can read more at www.donmabry.org/wimpy.pdf.
The celebration of his life will be on December 30, 2017 at 11am, at Beaches Chapel Church, 610 Florida Blvd. in Neptune Beach, FL with reception to follow at the church. Graveside will be private. If you would like to make a charitable donation, our family supports: www.generationrescue.org and Wild Life Critters Circle of Life Rehabilitation Center www.wlcritters.com
Arrangements Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach.

FRANCIS JAMES “JIM” DOHERTY
Francis James “Jim” Doherty, 93, Neptune Beach, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 12, 2017 at the McGraw Family Center for Caring. Jim was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, son of the late Leo and Agnes Slattery Doherty. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WW II and Korea. After he was honorably discharged he began his career as a proofreader in the printing industry. After he retired he began a second and most rewarding career as a cart attendant at the Jacksonville Beach Golf Course where he worked for 18 years until retiring once again. He loved this job so much that even after retiring he continued to volunteer at the course. Jim was a Life Member of the American Legion and also a longtime member of St. Andrews Lutheran by the Sea Church. Jim was a loving husband, father, and a friend to many. He will truly be missed by those whose lives he touched.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Duebler and a brother, Donald Doherty.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joanne M. Doherty; son, Jerry Doherty, both of Neptune Beach; and a sister, Trixie Simonsen, Minnesota.
A celebration of his life will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday December 16, 2017 at St. Andrews Lutheran by the Sea, 1801 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 with Pastor Michael Blaker officiating. Interment will be at a later date at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home in St. Augustine is in charge of arrangements.  

Francis James “Jim” Doherty, 93, Neptune Beach, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 12, 2017 at the McGraw Family Center for Caring. Jim was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, son of the late Leo and Agnes Slattery Doherty. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WW II and Korea. After he was honorably discharged he began his career as a proofreader in the printing industry. After he retired he began a second and most rewarding career as a cart attendant at the Jacksonville Beach Golf Course where he worked for 18 years until retiring once again. He loved this job so much that even after retiring he continued to volunteer at the course. Jim was a Life Member of the American Legion and also a longtime member of St. Andrews Lutheran by the Sea Church. Jim was a loving husband, father, and a friend to many. He will truly be missed by those whose lives he touched.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Duebler and a brother, Donald Doherty.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joanne M. Doherty; son, Jerry Doherty, both of Neptune Beach; and a sister, Trixie Simonsen, Minnesota.
A celebration of his life was held 11:00 a.m. Saturday December 16, 2017 at St. Andrews Lutheran by the Sea, 1801 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 with Pastor Michael Blaker officiating. Interment will be at a later date at Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined and those wishing may make a contribution in his memory to Community Hospice of NE Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home in St. Augustine is in charge of arrangements.  

Sharon Lee Elsmore passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 12, 2017 at her home in Atlantic Beach, Florida after a prolonged illness. She was born on July 24, 1948 in Alexandria, Virginia, the first child of Lorene Gizzard and William Peverill. Sharon loved visiting Shenandoah Valley and Colonial Beach, Virginia and was especially fond of hunting and fishing. She worked for the Bell telephone system for many years and was a member of the Oak Harbor Baptist Church.
Sharon was predeceased by her parents, Lorene Gizzard and William Peverill; siblings, Billy Peverill and Robin Swain. She is survived by her son, Jimmy Carroll (Lisa); daughter, Tiffney Green and 3 grandchildren; brothers Rick and Mike Peverill, and sister, Sydney Hilton. She is also survived by her beloved Chihuahua, Precious.
Memorial and internment will be held privately by the family. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Jacksonville Humane Society, 8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Florida.
 

Cecilia "Ski" Ann (Krivitzky) Kale, born January 21, 1938, died December 8, 2017. Cecilia is survived by her sister, Gloria Bullis; nieces, Tammy Bullis and Lisa Bullis; nephew, Guy Michael Bullis; five sons, Richard McCormick, Stephen McCormick, Guy Allen McCormick, John M. Kale III, Patrick McCormick and his spouse Kim (Benge) McCormick; grandchildren, April (Barnes) Mullett and Patrick Leland McCormick; and former spouse, John M Kale Jr.
Cecilia, known to most as Ski, lived a life of generosity and kindness.  She wasn't hesitant about lending a hand to those deserving of it.
She joined the Navy and served from June 18,1956 to November 13,1958. Being a Navy Veteran, and military spouse, she was well acquainted with the hardships and loneliness of a military family. Her voluntary services to the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and other various organizations was given as her way to honor those who serve and have served our country. Though, she may have given a lot of her time to others, she did find time for relaxing with beadwork, crocheting, and computer.
A Graveside Service will be conducted at the Jacksonville National Cemetery, December 21st at 11:30 a.m.  In lieu of flowers, please donate to the National Park Services.
Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Services under the direction and care of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.