Suzanne Marie Harrell Rhodes “Suzy”, age 47 passed away Thursday, August 23, 2018 after a long battle with type one diabetes. She was born in Rota, Spain and later moved to Jacksonville and graduated from Fletcher H.S..
She is survived by her father, step-mother, step-father, sister, brother and two daughters along with four grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her mother, step-brother and father of her daughters.
A Celebration of her life will be held at 12 pm, Saturday, September 1st at Oak Harbor Baptist Church, 2765 SR A1A, Jax, FL 32233. A luncheon for all will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall. The family has set up a GoFundMe account to assist with the expenses incurred.

    William Frank Caldwell, 81, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died August 30, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
    Julia “Sheila” Dillon, 89, of Jacksonville Beach, died August 22, 2018. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on September 4, 2018 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Jacksonville Beach. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, (904)249-2374.
    Dorothy Inez Elwell, 87, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died August 29, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
    Elaine O. (Wild) Kaser died September 2, 2018. A  memorial service will be held on September 7, 2018 at 1pm at Atlantic Beach Assembly of God, 680 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach.
    Robert Charles Kuhns, 93, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died August 29, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
    Helen Louise Lambert, 99, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died September 1, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
    Robert Wilson Makemson, Jr., 84, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died September 3, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.

Julia “Sheila” Dillon, 89, of Jacksonville Beach, passed away on August 22, 2018 in Jacksonville. She was born in Dingle, County Kerry, Ireland on January 11, 1929 and married Thomas Dillon on June 14, 1958 in New York.
There is a little less joy in the world with the passing of Sheila. She will be remembered for her indomitable spirit and one who lived life to the fullest.
Sheila is survived by her husband of 60 years, Tom; her children, Cathy (Stan) Edge of Jupiter, Brendon (Jacquelyn) Dillon of Neptune Beach, Kerry Dillon of Greenville, SC; and 5 grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Jacksonville Beach with Fr. William Kelly officiating. Pallbearers were Justin Roberts, Patrick Dillon, James Dillon, Tyler Dillon, and Stan Edge. Interment at Chapel Hills Memory Garden, Jacksonville. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach.
The Dillon family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the staff of Cypress Village, specifically to Pat, Corina, and Constance. We will always be grateful for the comfort you provided Sheila during her illness and passing.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Sheila’s name to your favorite charity.

Elaine O. (Wild) Kaser went home to be with our Lord & Savior on September 2, 2018. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 15, 1946, to Jack and Mary Wild. She had ten siblings.
She was a loving, devoted wife to her husband George of fifty-four years. She was a caring and compassionate mother of six children: Jamie (Karen) Kaser, Theresa (Abe) Aksal, Lisa (Anthony) Copeland, Georgiann (John) Watson, Debra (David) Kilcrease and Jody (Harrison) Couch. Elaine was a grandmother to twelve grandchildren: Jamie Jr., Samantha, AJ, Ashley-Marie, Andrew, Stephanie, John Jr., Michelle, Cody, Harrison, Elaine, and Tyler and a great-grandmother to seven great-grandchildren: Trina, Amity, Brett, Levi, Hailey, Payton and Ayden.
She was a life-long active member of Atlantic Beach Assembly of God. She loved her church family as if they were her own. Elaine was a dedicated children's Sunday school teacher for many years. She was a kind, caring and compassionate women who had a heart for Jesus.
The viewing will be held on Thursday, September 6th at 6pm and the memorial service will be held on Friday September 7th at 1pm at Atlantic Beach Assembly of God, 680 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to her church, Atlantic Beach Assembly of God (LTTB.org).

     Frederick Joesph Deighan, 80, of Jacksonville Beach,died September 5, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     John Christopher Farnell, Jr., 77, of Jacksonville Beach, died September 8, 2018. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., September 18, 2018 in the Chapel of Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Shahin Foroutan, 77, died September 8, 2018. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
     George H. McCann Jr. (Mike), 73, of Jacksonville Beach,  died September 10, 2018. A celebration of life will be held at Beach Church, 325 7th Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach at 11:00 am, September 15, 2018.
     James Michael McMurry, 55, of Jacksonville Beach, died September 6, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Ann Gordon Mims died September 6, 2018. A celebration of life will be held at Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church, 4510 Palm Valley Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 on  September 22, 2018 at 11:00am.
     Jerry Lester Stanley, Jr., 56, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died September 7, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
LCDR William A. Stennett, USN, Ret, died September 10, 2018. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 pm on September 15, 2018 at Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home in Jacksonville Beach.

John C. Farnell, Jr., 77, went to be with our Lord after a short battle with cancer on September 8, 2018. He was born on February 15, 1941 in East Mayport, FL. He was preceded in death by his beautiful and loving wife of 46 years, Theresa Farnell. John served in the U.S. Navy which he loved dearly and had fond memories of his time served. After the Navy, John went into the concrete and epoxy rock business in Jacksonville, which he literally left his mark all over the beaches area.
He was a longtime member of the Beaches Lions Club as well as an avid bowler at the Beaches Bowling Alley.
John is survived by his 3 sons, John Christopher Farnell III (Angie), Frank Canto (Linda) and Philip Canto (Julie); daughter, Terry Canto Fields (Gary); numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Johnny was a loving, kind and sweet father and he also had a wonderful sense of humor! He will be deeply missed.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 18, 2018 in the Chapel of Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home. A private burial will be held in Jacksonville National Cemetery.
Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

Mike passed peacefully on September 10, 2018 at the age of 73. A lifelong resident of Jacksonville Beach Mike attended San Pablo Elementary and Fletcher High School. He was awarded a full football scholarship to University of Florida where he graduated in 1968. He then served his country in United States Army before returning to the beaches where he eventually was named head football coach to his alma mater. Mike retired in 2010 from Duval County school Board.
He is survived by his sons Michael Edward McCann, Paul Martin McCann (Kendria) who are expecting his first grandchild, his brother Billy McCann (Holly), his sister Carol Campbell (Craig), niece Jill Snyder, nephew Joe McCann niece Keely Marsik, niece Kira Campbell and several great nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at Beach Church, 325 7th Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach at 11:00 am Saturday, September 15, 2018.
Mike can be honored with donations to: Alzheimer’s Association, 4237 Salisbury Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32216 and Community Hospice Foundation, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257.

Ann Gordon Mims passed away peacefully on September 6, 2018. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Mickey and Vance Gordon and resided in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL for the past 26 years with her husband, Bill.
Ann enjoyed spending time with her grandkids, BobbieAnn and Philip, volunteering at church, and keeping up with her daughters’ adventures. She was a dedicated wife, mom, sister, daughter, and grandma. Ann’s highest priority was being generous towards those she loved.
Ann will be missed by her husband; daughters Megan Myburgh (Philip) and Ali Mims; sister, Brenda Bowers (Wayne) and twin sister, Jan Gordon; niece and nephews, Suzy, D, and Christopher. Ann also has many cousins and aunts that will miss her dearly.
A celebration of life will be held at Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church, 4510 Palm Valley Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church.

Alice “Faye” Bass, 82, passed away on August 29, 2018 in Jacksonville, FL. She was the wife of Herman Bass, a retired Navy veteran of 20 years. They shared 66 1/2 wonderful years of marriage together.
Born in Burgaw, NC she was one of four daughters born to William and Inez Chadwick. Alice retired from Sears and Roebuck after thirty years of employment. She was also the owner of First Coast Office Products and Bassco Reprograffic and Design located in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Alice was an active member of the San Pablo Baptist Church up until her ALS diagnosis. She will be remembered for living out her Christian faith daily.
Alice is survived by her husband, Herman; son, Robert I. Bass (Brenda); daughter, Jackie Bass Sullivan; nephew, William (Randy) Bass; and granddaughters, Marissa and Madison Bass; along with many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by grandson, David Lynn Sullivan.
Graveside service will be held on September 20, 2018 at 11:00am at the Jacksonville National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to The ALS Association Florida Chapter, 3242 Parkside Center Circle, Tampa, FL 33619.

Shirley Hall Bowers, 88, passed away after a brief illness at home on September 11, 2018. Born May 18, 1930 in Jacksonville, FL, her family moved to Hamlet, N.C. in 1932 and then to Atlanta, Ga in 1942 where she met her future husband, J. Alfred Bowers in Sunday school at Druid Hills Presbyterian Church. Alfred and Shirley were married in 1952 shortly before moving to Augusta, Ga so Alfred could attend the Medical College of Georgia.
While in Augusta, Shirley gave birth to the couple’s first 2 children, John and Alison. The family then moved to Memphis, TN for Alfred’s medical residency.
In 1961 the Bowers moved to Jacksonville Beach and settled in as Alfred joined Children’s Medical Group as a practicing pediatrician.
Between 1962 and 1964 Shirley’s children, Suzanne and David were born. The family became early members of the fledgling Palms Presbyterian Church where Shirley was the first superintendent of the Sunday school program.
Shirley put precise effort into planning the details of their next home in Ponte Vedra, a home in which the family resided for 45 years.
One of her greatest pleasures was researching her family tree, eventually tracing her roots back to the English monarchy as far back as the ninth century. She also self-taught herself about the history of the Native American Indians, being recognized by the Florida Historical Society for her writing and speaking abilities on the subject of Native American Floridians and others.
Shirley, an only child, is predeceased by her parents Emory and Susie Hall. Survivors include her husband J. Alfred Bowers, M.D., children John Bowers, Alison Bowers Findlay, Suzanne Shaw (Don) and David Bowers, grandchildren Mallory Findlay, Caitlin Slotnick, Andrew Shaw, Bob Bowers, Preston Shaw, Billy Bowers, and Annie Bowers, along with several cousins.
The memorial service will be held at Palms Presbyterian Church on Friday, September 28, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Her cremated remains will be interred in a private family service in the church’s columbarium. In honor of Shirley’s role as the first Sunday school superintendent at her church, you can make a gift to “Palms Presbyterian Youth Group” for their missions. Flowers are welcome as well.
Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

Hazel E. Middleton, 85, of Atlantic Beach, passed away September 16, 2018. She was born in Highland, NY on May 27, 1933. She married John A. Middleton on April 5, 1953 and they were married 42 years before his passing in 1995. In addition to her husband, her daughter, Julie Fuller, preceded Hazel in death in 2009.
Survivors include daughters, Debra Mainville and Karen Baez; grandchildren, Kathryn Toback, Elizabeth Beatey, Michelle Couchenour and Jay Mainville; great-grandchildren, Victoria Klassy, Alexis Klassy, Sydney Toback, Kristopher Beatey, Scout Couchenour and Rhys Couchenour; sister, Sandy Dagen; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 22nd in the Chapel of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 1701 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, FL. Interment will follow in Beaches Memorial Park.

Larry Peterson, 67, passed away after a long fight with Huntington Disease on September 13, 2018. Born February 23, 1951 in Houston TX and then later moved his family to Palm Valley Florida.
Larry is survived by his two sons Jacob (Tammy) and James (Katie); granddaughters, Pricilla, Emily, Jenna, Aubrey and Adelyn; brother Richard (Daniele); sister Debby (Randy) Owens; and many nieces, nephews and extended families.
Larry was a loving father and grandfather. Larry loved to watch football and go fishing.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 22, 2018 in the Chapel of Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, 3600 Third St. South, Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

Robert M. Strachan Sr., 95, of Neptune Beach, Florida and Huntington Beach, California, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2018, at home surrounded by his East Coast family. Born in Brooklyn, New York to Harold and Helen Strachan he ventured the world since fighting in World War II and was proud to say he was able to touch all seven continents. His final goal was to survive until his 95th birthday which brought together his family members from the West and East coast, as well as local friends. Bob was, until the end, sharp as a tack, and always a flirt who loved to tell his stories and sing his vast repertoire of songs acapella or on his ukulele.   
As late as May 2017 Bob Strachan remained an active driver often making his way from Florida to Maryland and then to Long Island, Rhode Island and Maine to visit his family. He often said that when he could no longer drive he would know the end of his life was near. He wanted to be able to go out of life like his grandfather who, at the age of 98, took a last walk and passed-away doing what he loved most.
You could always count on Bob to have an incredible sunny disposition and a desire to tell a joke, which he inherited from his father. Bob Strachan, to his last day, said he could never imagine a better, more fulfilling life than the one he lived. A lifelong believer in fate, he believed that everything that befell him turned out for the best. He said the choices he made always led to unpredictable happiness, like a chance meeting with a woman named Herta Light with whom he spent 20 years often traveling to new destinations somewhere in the world until Alzheimer's took Herta from him. He was previously married to Leola Elaine Pennock with whom he spent 38 years until her death.
His spirit will live on through his children, each of whom brought him his greatest satisfaction. He was extremely proud of his three sons, Merrill Strachan (deceased) and his wife Sue of Fullerton, California and their children Bob, Tom, Tammy, Jim, Eddie, Rosie, Cassie and Kate; Robert Strachan Jr. and his wife Shirley of Neptune Beach, Florida and their children Darci and Collins; and Glenn Strachan and his partner Jean Preller of Pasadena, Maryland and his children Julian and Isabel as well as his 28 great and 3 great-great grandchildren.
A memorial service will take place on Monday, September 24, 2018 at 11am at Christ United Methodist Church in Neptune Beach, Florida followed by a burial of his ashes at Riverside National Cemetery in California. The family asked that in lieu of flowers a donation in the name of Robert Strachan be made to NOMADS, PO Box 3508, Shawnee, KS 66203.

Margaret Stewart Youngblood, 98, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2018 after a brief illness. She was born in Jacksonville and raised in Jacksonville Beach where she graduated from Fletcher High School, Class of 1939.
Margaret was a member of Arlington Baptist Church for many years and did a lot of traveling with the Trailblazers. She was also a member of the Arlington Women’s Club. She volunteered with the American Cancer Society for 25 years and also volunteered with the American Lung Association.
Margaret is predeceased by her son, Art Stewart. Survivors include her daughter, Pat (Harvey) Mayes, “other” daughter, Chris Stewart; grandchildren Kari (Steve) Nix, Scott (Connie) Stewart, Sean (Carrie) Stewart, Luke (Laura) Mayes; additionally her memory survives in the hearts of her 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
A private family graveside service will be held 10 am Friday, September 21, 2018. The family invites family and friends to a Celebration of Margaret’s Life following at 11am at the Vista Del Mar Clubhouse, 2301 Costa Verde Boulevard, Jacksonville Beach.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257. Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home.

     John Joseph Ashe, 84, of Neptune Beach, died September 20, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Mary Dean Barnard, 74, of Saint Johns, died September 22, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     John W. Bolling, 91, of Ponte Vedra Beach, died September 18, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Constance JoAnn (Leino) Brown, 81, died September 20, 2018. A viewing will be held from 10-11 a.m. September 29, 2018 at North Brevard Funeral Home, 1450 Norwood Ave., Titusville, FL. Services will follow.
     Nan Louise Sperry Chapin, 95, of Atlantic Beach, died June 18, 2018. A Celebration of Life will be September 29, 2018 at 10am at Community Presbyterian Church, 150 Sherry Dr, Atlantic Beach. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, (904)249-2374.
     Frances Eichholz Croft died September 20, 2018. Service will be held on September 28, 2018, 11:00 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2400 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
     Elizabeth Kathryn Dreisbach, 93, of Jacksonville, died September 20, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Michael Alexander Guckavan, 21, died September 22, 2018. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
     James Michael McMurry, 55, of Jacksonville Beach, died September 6, 2018. No services were announced.
      Steven Paul McPherson, 52, of Jacksonville, FL, died September 24, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Valerie "Nana" E. Lord Mitchell, 93, of Jacksonville, died September 8, 2018. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 PM on September 21, 2018 in Chapel Hills Memory Gardens, 850 St. Johns Bluff Rd. N. Jacksonville, FL 32225. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens, (904)641-9755.
     Anthony “Tony” Pisani, 91, died September 17, 2018. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
     Jean McCall Simonsen, 97, died September 10, 2018. A memorial service will be held October 15, 2018 at Fleet Landing, Atlantic Beach at 2:30. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, (904)249-2374.
     Edith Stinemates, 95, of Jacksonville, died September 20, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Phyllis G. Torrance, 78, of Jacksonville, died September 22, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Thomas M. Townsend, 38, of Jacksonville, died September 27, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Homer C. Underwood, Jr., 89, of Ponte Vedra, died September 21, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Patricia Louise Vance, 91, died September 18, 2018. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.
     Jack Daniel Wheeler, Sr., 91, of Atlantic Beach, died September 23, 2018. Service to be held October 27, 2018 with time to announced. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, (904)249-2374.
     Jere Edward Wiseman, 88, of Jacksonville Beach, died September 16, 2018. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home, (904)249-1100.
     Regina “Jeannie” Whitman, 84, died September 19, 2018. Arrangements by Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home, (904)285-1130.

Constance JoAnn (Leino) Brown, 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 20, 2018. JoAnn will forever be remembered for her loving spirit, forgiving nature, and infectious laugh.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her husbands, Donald F. “Buddy” McDowell and Sheldon W. ‘Buz’ Brown; daughter, Kimberly Beni; sister, Maxine Phillips; brother, Walter W. “Sonny” Leino, Jr.; and nephew, “Little Gene” Daniel, Jr. She is survived by her children: Julie (Carl) Bush, Donald (Robin) McDowell, Keri (Donnie) Ransom, Kelly Brown, Curtis (Michelle) Brown; and her sister, Moureen (Gene) Daniel; 14 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and cherished friends.
A viewing will be held from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, September 29th at North Brevard Funeral Home, 1450 Norwood Ave in Titusville, FL. Services will follow. A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Fawn Lake Clubhouse, 2998 Fawn Lake Blvd, in Mims, FL.

Frances Eichholz Croft, last surviving child of Charles and Josephine Eichholz, died peacefully at home on September 20, 2018. She was born on March 3, 1922, in Maywood, IL.  
Frances was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Robert W. Croft; brothers, Harold, Jerome, Earle ,Wilbur, William; and one sister, Muriel Eichholz Wolff. She is survived by one son, Robert W. Croft, Jr. (Eileen); daughter, Gayle Muriel Croft Underwood (Bill); two grandchildren, Bryan Croft (Amy) and Stephanie Croft Huntley (Jason);  five great grandchildren, Avery Croft, Natalie Croft, Chance Croft, Libby Huntley and Jay Huntley.
Frances was a long time member of Selva Marina Country Club in Atlantic Beach, FL, for 40 years. She was also an avid golfer, having scored two holes-in-ones, one of which came on her 72nd birthday.
Service will be held on Friday, September 28, 2018, 11:00 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2400 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, FL. Please sign the online guestbook at www.pontevedravalley.com

At 55 years old James entered into eternal sleep on September 6th, 2018 at his residence in Jacksonville Beach after a long battle with cancer.
Born on April 23rd, 1963 in Hattiesburg, MS he moved to Cape Coral, FL in 1985 where he worked as a cabinet builder. In 2006 he moved to Jacksonville Beach and worked at the Beach Hut Cafe doing food preparation.
When going home after work on his motorcycle, he was hit by a car turning left and broke seven ribs, becoming totally disabled.
Those who see all creatures in themselves, and themselves in all creatures, know no grief. Go in peace my brother.