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Francis Timothy Becza
Mar 5, 2026
Francis Becza, 89, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Jacksonvile, FL
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904) 396-1611
William "Bill" Andrew Billy, Sr
Mar 4, 2026
William Andrew Billy Sr. (Bill), passed away in his sleep on March 4, 2026 in Jacksonville, FL, just 6 days shy of his 95th birthday.
Bill was born on March 10, 1931, in Versailles (McKeesport), Pennsylvania, to Andrew and Catharine (Posick) Billy. He cherished his early years exploring the woods around Versailles and spending carefree days at Olympia Amusement Park. In...
Clariece J Thompson
Mar 3, 2026
Clariece Thompson passed away peacefully at her home on March 3, 2026. She was born on October 29, 1954, in Bladenboro, North Carolina, to Sanford Walton Johnson and Gussie Lou Cain Johnson. Clariece was the youngest of twelve children in a large and loving family.In 1973, Clariece moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where she later met the love of her life,...
Barbara Finley James
Feb 28, 2026
Barbara F. James, 90, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away early in the morning on Saturday, February 28th, 2026. In the week prior to her passing, she was surrounded by family – children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren – and comforted greatly by Community Hospice.
Barbara was born in Gainesville, Florida, on March 6th, 1935, to Sue and Wilbur James. Barbara grew up...
Rupert Everard Ross
Feb 26, 2026
Rupert Everard Ross, 69, passed away on February 26, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 7, 1956, he was the son of the late Rupert and Marie Ross of Newport, RI.
Rupert proudly served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Italy and Germany. He later made his home in Flagler Beach, Florida, where he worked...
Rachinda Lee Gideon
Feb 23, 2026
Rachinda Lee Gideon, 49, of Jacksonville, passed away on February 23, 2026. Born on February 26, 1977, in Rochester, Massachusetts, she was the beloved daughter of Nancy Corey and Larry Lee Gideon. Rachinda will be remembered for her humor, her strength, and the love she shared so freely with those around her. Her laughter could brighten even the darkest days,...
Peggy Davis Ware
Feb 15, 2026
Peggy Joyce Davis Ware was born in rural Emmanuel County, Georgia on February 26, 1933. She was the seventh child of David Larkin Davis and Lizzie Dalceda Wiggins. She was preceded in death by brothers Inman, Melvin, Clinton and Paul, and sisters Thelma Powell and Helen Rogers. Peggy was also preceded in death by her husband Robert (Bob) Aloysius Ware...
Robin Lynn Beaton
Feb 11, 2026
Robin Beaton, age 75, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2026.Robin dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse, a profession she embraced with passion, compassion, and unwavering commitment. After a fulfilling nursing career, she discovered a love for antiques and began a new chapter, sharing her eye for quality and beauty through selling...
Kristin Leigh Wiser
Feb 11, 2026
Kristin Wiser, 51, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born in Kingston, New York, on May 26, 1974, to Morris and Karen Davis.
Kristin was a graduate of Chamberlain High School and went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. She dedicated her life to caring for others, both professionally and personally. As a nurse,...
Janet Cheesman
Feb 10, 2026
Janet Cheesman, 82, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 10,2026, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, devotion, and love.
Born on October 29,1943 in Jacksonville, Florida], she was the cherished daughter of the late Conrad and Clydie Acosta. Raised with strong values and a deep sense of compassion, she carried those lessons with her throughout her life.
She was...
Jean Danese Gray
Feb 9, 2026
Jean Danese Gray, 68, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, surrounded by a room full of love. Born July 22, 1957, to Louis Jr and Julie Danese, Jean grew up in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, FL. Jean attended Catholic schools but changed to Wolfson Senior High School for her senior year, where she graduated in 1975.
Not long...
Jason Tylor Cummings
Feb 6, 2026
Jason Tylor Cummings, age 53, passed away after a short illness on Friday, February 6, 2026, in peace and comfort, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
Jason was born in Buffalo, New York. He was preceded in death by his father, David Cummings, and his stepfather, Dieter Hentschel. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Hentschel; his beloved...
Harry "H.L." Lee Zang Bryson
Feb 5, 2026
Harry Lee (Zang) Bryson, Major, United States Army Green Beret (Retired), passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family and dear friends. He was born August 12, 1929, in Randolph County, Illinois, along the banks of the Mississippi River. In 1942, he moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where he made his lifelong home.
H.L. began his career...
Kimberly Susan Kilian
Feb 4, 2026
Kimberly Kilian, 61, passed away on February 4, 2026, in Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904)396-1611
Reginald Floyd Evergin
Feb 4, 2026
Reginald Floyd Evergin, 64, passed away on February 4, 2026, in Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904)396-1611
Jakoby Flores
Feb 3, 2026
Jakoby Flores, 26, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on February 3rd.
Born on May 3rd, 1999, in Boynton Beach, Florida, Jakoby was the beloved son of Bradley and Sandra Flores. He was a cherished middle child—a role that shaped the heart of who he was. Jakoby had a unique way of holding his family together with love, laughter, and unwavering loyalty.
Jakoby...
Shirley A Childress
Jan 30, 2026
Shirley Childress, 93, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904)396-1611
Charles "Chuck" Lee Fare
Jan 29, 2026
Charles Lee Fare “Chuck”, age 71, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 29, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.
He was born on February 3,1954 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to parents Bob Fare and Jackie Jackson. Chuck’s life was shaped by a deep commitment to excellence, education, and meticulous attention to detail. He proudly served in the U.S. Army for...
Josette Jean-Francois
Jan 29, 2026
Josette was born on September 23, 1953, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where she was also raised. She was the beloved daughter of Ovane Paul, and she carried with her a deep love for her homeland, culture, and family throughout her life.
On May 4, 1974, Josette married the love of her life, Gustave Jean-Francois, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Their union spanned 52 years...
Francis Timothy Becza
Mar 5, 2026
Francis Becza, 89, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Jacksonvile, FL
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904) 396-1611
William "Bill" Andrew Billy, Sr
Mar 4, 2026
William Andrew Billy Sr. (Bill), passed away in his sleep on March 4, 2026 in Jacksonville, FL, just 6 days shy of his 95th birthday.
Bill was born on March 10, 1931, in Versailles (McKeesport), Pennsylvania, to Andrew and Catharine (Posick) Billy. He cherished his early years exploring the woods around Versailles and spending carefree days at Olympia Amusement Park. In...
Clariece J Thompson
Mar 3, 2026
Clariece Thompson passed away peacefully at her home on March 3, 2026. She was born on October 29, 1954, in Bladenboro, North Carolina, to Sanford Walton Johnson and Gussie Lou Cain Johnson. Clariece was the youngest of twelve children in a large and loving family.In 1973, Clariece moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where she later met the love of her life,...
Barbara Finley James
Feb 28, 2026
Barbara F. James, 90, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away early in the morning on Saturday, February 28th, 2026. In the week prior to her passing, she was surrounded by family – children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren – and comforted greatly by Community Hospice.
Barbara was born in Gainesville, Florida, on March 6th, 1935, to Sue and Wilbur James. Barbara grew up...
Rupert Everard Ross
Feb 26, 2026
Rupert Everard Ross, 69, passed away on February 26, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 7, 1956, he was the son of the late Rupert and Marie Ross of Newport, RI.
Rupert proudly served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Italy and Germany. He later made his home in Flagler Beach, Florida, where he worked...
Rachinda Lee Gideon
Feb 23, 2026
Rachinda Lee Gideon, 49, of Jacksonville, passed away on February 23, 2026. Born on February 26, 1977, in Rochester, Massachusetts, she was the beloved daughter of Nancy Corey and Larry Lee Gideon. Rachinda will be remembered for her humor, her strength, and the love she shared so freely with those around her. Her laughter could brighten even the darkest days,...
Peggy Davis Ware
Feb 15, 2026
Peggy Joyce Davis Ware was born in rural Emmanuel County, Georgia on February 26, 1933. She was the seventh child of David Larkin Davis and Lizzie Dalceda Wiggins. She was preceded in death by brothers Inman, Melvin, Clinton and Paul, and sisters Thelma Powell and Helen Rogers. Peggy was also preceded in death by her husband Robert (Bob) Aloysius Ware...
Robin Lynn Beaton
Feb 11, 2026
Robin Beaton, age 75, of Jacksonville Beach, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2026.Robin dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse, a profession she embraced with passion, compassion, and unwavering commitment. After a fulfilling nursing career, she discovered a love for antiques and began a new chapter, sharing her eye for quality and beauty through selling...
Kristin Leigh Wiser
Feb 11, 2026
Kristin Wiser, 51, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born in Kingston, New York, on May 26, 1974, to Morris and Karen Davis.
Kristin was a graduate of Chamberlain High School and went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. She dedicated her life to caring for others, both professionally and personally. As a nurse,...
Janet Cheesman
Feb 10, 2026
Janet Cheesman, 82, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 10,2026, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, devotion, and love.
Born on October 29,1943 in Jacksonville, Florida], she was the cherished daughter of the late Conrad and Clydie Acosta. Raised with strong values and a deep sense of compassion, she carried those lessons with her throughout her life.
She was...
Jean Danese Gray
Feb 9, 2026
Jean Danese Gray, 68, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, surrounded by a room full of love. Born July 22, 1957, to Louis Jr and Julie Danese, Jean grew up in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, FL. Jean attended Catholic schools but changed to Wolfson Senior High School for her senior year, where she graduated in 1975.
Not long...
Jason Tylor Cummings
Feb 6, 2026
Jason Tylor Cummings, age 53, passed away after a short illness on Friday, February 6, 2026, in peace and comfort, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
Jason was born in Buffalo, New York. He was preceded in death by his father, David Cummings, and his stepfather, Dieter Hentschel. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Hentschel; his beloved...
Harry "H.L." Lee Zang Bryson
Feb 5, 2026
Harry Lee (Zang) Bryson, Major, United States Army Green Beret (Retired), passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family and dear friends. He was born August 12, 1929, in Randolph County, Illinois, along the banks of the Mississippi River. In 1942, he moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where he made his lifelong home.
H.L. began his career...
Kimberly Susan Kilian
Feb 4, 2026
Kimberly Kilian, 61, passed away on February 4, 2026, in Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904)396-1611
Reginald Floyd Evergin
Feb 4, 2026
Reginald Floyd Evergin, 64, passed away on February 4, 2026, in Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904)396-1611
Jakoby Flores
Feb 3, 2026
Jakoby Flores, 26, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on February 3rd.
Born on May 3rd, 1999, in Boynton Beach, Florida, Jakoby was the beloved son of Bradley and Sandra Flores. He was a cherished middle child—a role that shaped the heart of who he was. Jakoby had a unique way of holding his family together with love, laughter, and unwavering loyalty.
Jakoby...
Shirley A Childress
Jan 30, 2026
Shirley Childress, 93, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Jacksonville, FL.
Arrangements under the care of Naugle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1203 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL. (904)396-1611
Charles "Chuck" Lee Fare
Jan 29, 2026
Charles Lee Fare “Chuck”, age 71, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 29, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida.
He was born on February 3,1954 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to parents Bob Fare and Jackie Jackson. Chuck’s life was shaped by a deep commitment to excellence, education, and meticulous attention to detail. He proudly served in the U.S. Army for...
Josette Jean-Francois
Jan 29, 2026
Josette was born on September 23, 1953, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where she was also raised. She was the beloved daughter of Ovane Paul, and she carried with her a deep love for her homeland, culture, and family throughout her life.
On May 4, 1974, Josette married the love of her life, Gustave Jean-Francois, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Their union spanned 52 years...
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