The funeral service for Mrs. Nettie L. Roberts will be held Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Assembly of God (Pastor Edwin Shick), 302 South 14th Street, Fernandina Beach Florida; Pastor Jeanette Richo officiating.   
Nettie Roberts, 85, died May 19, 2016 with her family by her side in Fernandina Beach, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband Edgar Roberts, daughter Estella Roberts and son Troy Roberts. Mrs. Roberts was a faithful member of the Greater Fernandina Beach Church of God, where she served on the Mother's Board up until her health failed. She worked and retired from Care Centers of Nassau, where she lovingly cared for the developmentally disabled. 
Mrs. Roberts is survived by her children: Peggy Calhoun-McPherson (Ronald), Evelyn Hopkins, Edgar Roberts (Vickie), Beverly Mitchell (Spencer), Terry Roberts, Celia Jones, Don Roberts (Elaine), Mary Ann Alexander, Derrick Roberts, and John Roberts; one sister: Barbara Howell-Hodge; grandchildren: Devery, Henry, Montel, Edward, Marlo, Deltony, Tasha, Marcus, Terrance, Dontay, Telmesha, Dominic, Reginald, Takeya, LaTrae, Thaddeus, Derika, Donnetta, Silis, Shanay, Victoria, Mia, Matthew, Erica, Bennett, Robert, Kala, Faryn, Fantasia, Maya, Amber, and Taylor; 43 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; and a myriad of other family members and friends.
A public viewing will be held at Greater Fernandina Church of God (Pastor Jeanette Richo),   305 South Fourth Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida on Friday, May 27, 2016, from 5:00 p.m. to 8 p.m., and from 11:30 a.m. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the First Assembly of God.
Interment will be held in the Bosque-Bello Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 12:15 p.m. at 816 South 12th Street under the direction of Huff & Battise Funeral Home, Fernandina Beach.

The funeral service for Mr. Emanuel Sims will be held Saturday, May 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Yulee; 86584 Pinewood Drive, Yulee Florida; Pastor William Goode officiating.   
He leaves behind to cherish his memories, his loving and devoted wife Doris Sims ; his children Emanuel Sims III (Arlena), Debra Sims-Peterson, Todd Sims (Felicia), Allen Melton (Francella), Dana Smith-Williams (Rodrick), Tyrone Sims, Armaund Sims, and Sabrina Simmons; his siblings Irene Sims-Colon (Francisco) and Bernell Sims (Elizabeth);  his sister-in-law Essie Mae Sims and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a number of other loving relatives and friends. 
A public viewing will be held at the Huff & Battise Funeral Home on Friday, May 27, 2016, from 5:00 p.m. to 8 p.m., and from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the church. Interment will be held in the Oneal  Community  Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at 10:00 a.m. at 217 South 13th Street  under the direction of Huff & Battise Funeral Home, Fernandina Beach.

Norman J. Strobel, 73, passed away Friday afternoon, May 20, 2016 in Yulee, FL.
He was the son of Norman Strobel Sr. and Agnes Shepard.  He had one brother, Brian Strobel who predeceased him. Norman was born in Philadelphia, PA and moved to Hornell, NY at the age of 5.  He lived there for most of his life.
Norman leaves behind his wife Judy, his daughter, Wendy Strobel Gower (David) of Cortland, NY; his son Michael Strobel (Christy) of Elmira NY; and his son Thomas Strobel (Diana) of Houston, TX. He had six grandchildren:  Ryan, Anna Lisa, Bella, Dylan, Lauren, and Christian.  
Norman attended Alfred University and earned a degree in ceramic engineering. He was owner and president of Strobel’s Welding in Hornell, NY. Norm enjoyed playing the guitar, cars of every kind and traveling with his family. He also had much joy going with the kids to sporting events starting with little league and all through their lives. He enjoyed family vacations. Norm was a great father who looked after his family all his life. 
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, May 27, in the Stephens Chapel at Green Pine Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Crandall officiating.
Norm had a great life for which we are all thankful to God. We are sure he will be in heaven waiting for us to arrive.  
To sign Mr. Strobel's online register book please visit the Green Pine website at www.greenpinefuneral.com.
Arrangements by the Green Pine Funeral Home, Yulee.

Kathleen Klee, age 80, of Fernandina Beach, FL passed away on May 25, 2016. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors

Mrs. Barbara Macomber, 58, of Yulee, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at her residence. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors

Lois (Nary) Messer passed away peacefully at the Hospice of St Francis Care Center in Titusville, FL on Saturday, May 21, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Robert Messer of Titusville, daughter, Heather Young (Jeff Bozsoki) of Oviedo, sisters Linda Nary (Ken Beaton) and Lesley Gesell of Nevada and Pennsylvania respectively, and five step children, Steve, Chris and Joe Young and Will (Mary) Messer of Louisiana and Marna (Shawn) Steigner of Golden, CO.

She was born in Pittsburgh on August 8, 1944 and after graduation from Grove City College as a member of Alpha Beta Tau, demonstrated her strong people skills in human relations/resources with positions serving in many capacities at some of the areas top companies before establishing her own staffing agency. During the decline of the steel industry in the late 70s she created and managed a transition program to help displaced workers identify their skill set, locate training opportunities and then find new employment. She solicited and obtained funding for this activity from both the Federal Government and the State of Pennsylvania resulting in hundreds of successful transitions.  

She moved to Florida after retirement, living initially on Amelia Island where she was very active in the Fernandina Chamber of Commerce as well as assisting start up businesses. She moved to Titusville in 2000 and immediately became involved in local activities. She enjoyed volunteering at the Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival many years and contributed her time to marketing and assisting at the Space Walk of Fame Foundation. Recently rediscovering the joys of sewing, she joined the American Sewing Guild and became the leader of the Titusville Space Coast Chapter for two years.

She was that rare individual that, once you knew her, you loved her. She had a positive, uplifting influence on all she met and actively sought those needing her help. Everything and everyone she was involved with were improved. Her family will be holding a Celebration of Life to honor her and give those who knew her an opportunity to share their memories at the North Brevard Senior Center on Jun 10, 2016. The program will begin at 7PM.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the North Brevard Arts in the Garden 414 Rock Pit Rd, Titusville, FL 32796. (Nbartinthegarden.com).

Mrs. Mildred E. Albert, age 84, of Amelia Island passed away on Monday evening, May 30, 2016 at the Warner Center for Caring.

Patricia “Patti” P. Boyd, 57, of Yulee, Florida passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 25, 2016 surrounded by her family in the care of Community Hospice of N.E. Fla. Eternity Funeral Homes & Cremations-Nassau.

Mrs. Janine Lee, age 84, of Fernandina Beach FL, passed away on May 29, 2016 at the Warner Center for Caring. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors.

Ana Yolande Salo, 86, of Fernandina Beach passed away Sunday, May 29, 2016. Services will be in at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Chester, VT at 11:00 a.m., June 17. Green Pine Funeral Home, Cremations & Cemetery.

Rodney Eugene Russell, 50, of Jacksonville, FL, formerly of Fernandina Bch, passed away on May 31, 2016. A memorial service will be held on June 4, 2016 at 2pm at the funeral home and burial in Bosque Bello Cemetery. Arrangements by JE Fralin & Sons Funeral Home.

Grace Eleanor Sweeny Alznauer passed away after a brief illness on May 12, 2016. A resident of Fernandina Beach, FL, Grace and her beloved husband Bill moved from New Jersey in 1987 to be near family. Grace (Elly to longtime friends and family) was born in Elizabeth, NJ in 1934, the youngest daughter of the Rev. Harold John Knight Sweeny and Grace Augusta Thornton. She graduated from Douglass College (Rutgers University, New Jersey) in 1956 with a degree in German Language and Literature. Grace met her future husband, William Joseph Alznauer, in grade school at a scavenger hunt. A second meeting in high school led to a first date and Bill telling Grace he would marry her after college graduation. True to Bill’s word, they married in 1956. 

Bill always said one of the qualities that attracted him to Grace was her sharp intellect and broad knowledge of art, history, music, language, and literature. It was a rare evening when she didn’t know the answer to Final Jeopardy. Grace Eleanor took multiple family moves back and forth from Europe for Bill’s work in stride, learning fluent French and making sure her family didn’t miss any museums or places of interest. Grace served as a Brownie and Girl Scout leader and taught Sunday school at the Church in Brielle. She was passionate about education and was elected president of the PTA at Brielle Elementary School (NJ) in 1970. She was appointed to the School Board in 1971, and went on to be elected to the position where she served tirelessly and with distinction. Grace fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming a Registered Nurse by attending Brookdale Community College and graduating with an Associate degree in Nursing in 1983. She was a wonderful nurse and after moving to Florida, was named as the Employee of the Year at Quality Health in 1997. After Grace retired from nursing, she and Bill traveled, enjoyed football games, and spent many hours carpooling their grandchildren. Summer road trips up the east coast were an opportunity to see family and teach her grandchildren about historic events with stops at every battlefield (and Cracker Barrel) on the way.  

After the death of her husband in 2015, Grace carried on with faith and resolve, taking up quilting which quickly became the focus of her time and conversation. Grace is survived by her daughters Judith Seale (Mark) of Commack, NY, and Catherine Greenblum (Jesse) of Fernandina Beach, her brother Charles Sweeny (Barbara) of San Mateo California, brother-in-law George Alznauer (Christine), sister-in-law Jill Alznauer, grandchildren Lindsay Seale, Lauren Greenblum Teller (Jordan), Duncan Seale, and Sara Greenblum, nieces Kathleen Alexander, Janet Jacobsen, Angela Moss and nephews Paul Sweeny, David Sweeny, Charles Edward Sweeny, Matthew Sweeny, Kyle Sweeny, Jason Alznauer (Jill), and Greg Alznauer, Great Nieces Kayla Alznauer, Alison Alznauer, Kathryn Alznauer, and Grace Alznauer, and her adored cat Tebow. Grace was predeceased by her parents Harold and Grace Augusta Sweeny, husband William Alznauer, sister Grace Estelle Sweeny, brother Edward Sweeny, and nephew Robert Sweeny.  

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 10:00 am in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley Heard Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Tippins officiating. Her family will receive friends on Saturday at the funeral home, where refreshments will be provided from 9:00 am until the hour of service. 

Donations in Grace's memory may be made to the Nassau Humane Society, P.O. Box 16090 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035, online at http://www.nassauhumanesociety.com/ or to the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank Fernandina Beach Fire-Rescue, Dr. Steele, Dr. Harding, and the excellent nurses and staff in the ER and ICU at Baptist Medical Center- Nassau.

Please share her Life Legacy and leave your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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David Riley Courson of Davie, Florida, passed away Friday morning, May 27, 2016 at Florida Medical Center in Plantation, Florida after a short illness. He was 72.

Riley was born September 09, 1943 to Eugene and Jennie Vee Wilson Courson in Waycross, Georgia. He served his country in the United States Navy and played trombone in the Navy band. Riley's band played for President Kennedy at the White House.

After the Navy and for most of his career, Riley was in construction as a boiler maker and in later years, was co-owner of a dry cleaning business in Ohio and Texas.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his step-mother, Laura Courson, Waycross, GA; two brothers, Emory (Carleen) of Donalsonville, GA and Charles Courson of Fernandina Beach, FL; nephews, Karl Courson and Derek Courson; niece Cynthia C. Bryant, as well as great and grand nieces and nephews.

Riley also leaves to cherish his memory, his soul mate of many years, Marlene Merrigan and family whom he loved dearly, and her sons, Richard, Jaymes, David, and Robert Newell to whom he taught each a trade and work ethic they use today.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Eugene and Jennie Vee Wilson Courson; brother, Dale Edward Courson; sister, Kay Courson; an infant sibling; and great-nephew, Jared Courson.

According to his wishes, Riley will be taken out to sea and his ashes sprinkled upon the water.

Richard W. “Dick” Hopper of Yulee passed away on Monday, May 30, 2016 at the age of 70 years. Born June 15, 1945 in Jacksonville, FL. The son of the late James W. ”Jim” and Martile Hopper.  Mr. Hopper attended Andrew Jackson High School graduating in 1963; graduated from the University of Florida in 1967 with a B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering. Upon graduation, he joined Rayonier in the Technical Department as a process engineer and retired with 40 years of service in 2008 as the Fernandina Mill’s Environmental Manager.

Dick’s priorities were his God, his family, his church and his work. He attended Springhill Baptist Church, where he serviced as a deacon and grace group leader. His favorite ministries were those which gave him an opportunity to disciple young people including Awana and Chrysalis. He had the opportunity to be involved with several mission trips including Dominica, Juarez and the Appalachians.  he renewal movements Cursillo and Walk to Emmaus were an important part of his life including the discipline of weekly accountability grouping with Christian brothers since 1982.

He was inseparable from his wife of 29 years, Deborah Ezell “Debbie” Hopper.  She was the love of his life and his best friend.  They enjoyed traveling together particularly to see their children and grandchildren. His retirement gift was an unforgettable study tour to the Holy Land with Debbie and his son, Josh. He loved to show new things to young people especially his children and grandchildren — one of the few men who actually enjoyed vacations to Disney World and Disney Cruises.

Mr. Hopper’s survivors include his wife, Deborah Ezell Hopper of Yulee; sons, Jason Hopper of Denver, CO and Joshua Hopper of Yulee; daughters, Angie [John] Galloway of Louisville, CO and Laurie [Michael] Wilson of Dalton, GA; brothers, Phil Hopper of Jacksonville, FL and Jimmy Hopper of Orange Park, FL; grandsons, Max Wilson, Sam Wilson and Jake Galloway.

Private entombment will be at Evergreen Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at Springhill Baptist Church at 11 AM on Tuesday, June 7. In lieu of flowers, please make any memorials to Gideons International or Springhill Baptist Church.

Arrangements are with Evergreen Funeral Home and Crematory, Jacksonville.

Linda Ann Jones, 65, of Fernandina Beach, Florida, went to be with the Lord on May 27, 2016 after a courageous battle against cancer, surrounded by her family.

Linda was born in Silver Spring, Maryland, on December 3, 1950, to the late John K. and Mary (Shapaker) Jones who instilled in her a love for family and boating. Linda graduated in 1972 from Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, Florida, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education.  She taught in Gainesville, FL and Duval County before moving to Fernandina Beach in 1978, drawn by the ocean, boating, and the sea-side community.

Linda taught the rest of her career at Yulee Primary as a dedicated second grade teacher, cherishing each child in her care as her own. After retiring, she continued as a substitute teacher to exercise her deep love of teaching and children. Linda was an active member in the Fernandina Beach community: volunteering at the Baptist Medical Center Nassau Auxiliary, and a secretary of the Nassau County Retired Educators Association. 

Linda loved the water, boating, and was a world traveler.  From taking a walk-about in Australia, cruising the Caribbean islands, adventuring with friends (among them “The Astor Girls”) for Florida jaunts, boating to the Florida Keys, or visiting her growing family throughout the United States, there was no keeping Linda down.  Linda’s true interest in others attracted people to her and most of them became friends whom she wove into the tapestry of her life. The lifelong friendships she forged at JU - “The Flamers” — are still strong and Flamers’ reunions continue the bond. She rejoiced in her family, visiting often, delighting in each new addition. Linda enjoyed life, trying new things (ex: scuba diving & sky-diving), books, playing weekly Poker & Scrabble tourneys, the theater, boating, and bringing people together. She will be missed.

Linda is survived by her long-time friend and companion Cassin Parnell of Fernandina Beach, her brother John K. (“Skip”) Jones, Jr. (Diane) of Leonardtown, MD, nephews Nick Jones (Cyrine) of Irvine, CA, Sean Reese (Alisha) of California, MD, and John K. Jones III (Jen) of California, MD, and many grand-nephews. She will be missed by Cassin’s children Chastity Harrell (Nick) of Seattle, WA, Keith Parnell (Candice) of Jacksonville, FL, Danielle Shearer (Joey) of Jacksonville, FL and Calia LeMay and his  grandchildren who knew Linda as grandmother, a role she cherished.

Services will be held on Saturday, June 11, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 505 Broome St., Fernandina Beach at 11:00 a.m. A Celebration of Life will also be on June 11th at Sandy Bottoms Beach Bar and Grill, 2910 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, starting at 6pm.

In lieu of flowers of flowers, donations can be made to the Baptist Medical Center Nassau Hospital Auxiliary located at 1250 South 18th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034.

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Kathleen D. Klee, age 80, of Fernandina Beach, passed away on Wednesday evening, May 25, 2016 at the Warner Center for Caring.

Born in Buffalo, NY she was one of six children born to the late Charles James Klee and Esther Schwing. Raised in a devout Catholic home; as she grew up she aspired to become a Nun.  After high school she went on to Canisius College and then to Brazil for 3 years to teach English. Upon returning home she settled in the Buffalo area and worked for a time as an Operator with Bellsouth. In 1972 she moved to Florida and lived in St. Petersburg, West Palm Beach and Fort Myers before moving to Fernandina Beach in 2006.  She has always been very devoted to her family’s Catholic heritage and supported the local parishes wherever she may have been living.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her two brothers, Tommy and James Klee.

She leaves behind, her daughter, Raeann Alboher and son in law, Heath Alboher, Fernandina Beach, FL, her three sisters, Betty Riggs, Mary DeJoseph and Laurie (Delores) Klonowski, all of Buffalo, NY, two grandchildren, Mitchel and Charlee Alboher as well as several nieces and nephews.

A small family service will be held at a later date. Any donations can be given in her memory to Catholic Relief Services Please share her Life Legacy and leave your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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Lois (Nary) Messer passed away peacefully at the Hospice of St Francis Care Center in Titusville, FL on Saturday, May 21, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Robert Messer of Titusville, daughter, Heather Young (Jeff Bozsoki) of Oviedo, sisters Linda Nary (Ken Beaton) and Lesley Gesell of Nevada and Pennsylvania respectively, and five step children, Steve, Chris and Joe Young and Will (Mary) Messer of Louisiana and Marna (Shawn) Steigner of Golden, CO.

She was born in Pittsburgh on August 8, 1944 and after graduation from Grove City College as a member of Alpha Beta Tau, demonstrated her strong people skills in human relations/resources with positions serving in many capacities at some of the areas top companies before establishing her own staffing agency. During the decline of the steel industry in the late 70s she created and managed a transition program to help displaced workers identify their skill set, locate training opportunities and then find new employment. She solicited and obtained funding for this activity from both the Federal Government and the State of Pennsylvania resulting in hundreds of successful transitions.  

She moved to Florida after retirement, living initially on Amelia Island where she was very active in the Fernandina Chamber of Commerce as well as assisting start up businesses. She moved to Titusville in 2000 and immediately became involved in local activities. She enjoyed volunteering at the Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival many years and contributed her time to marketing and assisting at the Space Walk of Fame Foundation. Recently rediscovering the joys of sewing, she joined the American Sewing Guild and became the leader of the Titusville Space Coast Chapter for two years.

She was that rare individual that, once you knew her, you loved her. She had a positive, uplifting influence on all she met and actively sought those needing her help. Everything and everyone she was involved with were improved. Her family will be holding a Celebration of Life to honor her and give those who knew her an opportunity to share their memories at the North Brevard Senior Center on Jun 10, 2016. The program will begin at 7PM.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the North Brevard Arts in the Garden 414 Rock Pit Rd, Titusville, FL 32796. (Nbartinthegarden.com).

Helen P. Stake, 94, passed away Sunday, May 29, 2016. Mrs. Stake was a native of Freeport, Illinois and a longtime resident of Jacksonville and Yulee, Florida. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Callahan. Helen was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend.  Survivors include two sons, Ellwood P. (Barbara) Stake, Jr., Kentucky and Lawrence D. (Donna) Stake, Callahan, FL; four grandchildren; two great granddaughters; other loving family and dear friends.

The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 am today, June 3, and the funeral service will start at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 1426 Rowe Avenue, with Pastor Lynn Hyatt officiating. Interment will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Dana Rene Anderson, age 64, of Fernandina Beach, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2016 on Gainesville, FL.

Born in Gainesville, she was one of three children born to Leatrice Velma Benefield Hilliard and the late Benjamin Russell Hilliard. Dana grew up in Gainesville and was a graduate of Gainesville High School, Class of 1969. After high school she married her high school sweetheart, James Everett Anderson. The newlyweds lived in Germany for a time as her husband fulfilled his obligation to the Unites States Army.  Upon his being discharged, they returned home to Gainesville and Mrs. Anderson raised their two sons while her husband pursued his career as a commercial and residential electrician. In 1977 the Anderson’s moved to Fernandina Beach where her husband worked for Container Corporation of America. As their sons grew older Mrs. Anderson worked as a dental office receptionist for Dr. Cook and Dr. Johnson before joining the staff at Janet Lynn Salon.  

Mrs. Anderson was an avid collector of lamps, figurines and most recently photographs of her grandchildren. She enjoyed painting items to be used for decorating her home and loved surprising her family will rearranged rooms and home decor.

Since childhood she had been an active member of the First Baptist Church of Gainesville until moving to Fernandina Beach when she and her husband joined Springhill Baptist Church.

In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her sister, Becky Reynolds.

She leaves behind, her husband of 46 years, James Anderson, Fernandina Beach, FL, her mother, Leatrice Hilliard-Sweat, Gainesville, FL, her two sons, Scott Anderson, Charlottesville, VA, Rusty Anderson and his wife, Sharon, Lawtey, FL, her brother, Ronnie Hilliard (Laurie Hilliard), St. Augustine, FL, five grandchildren, Hannah, Shelby, Collin, Jensen and J.R., nieces and nephews, Michael, Connie, Justin and Bree.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 9, 2016 in the Springhill Baptist Church with Reverend Jackie Hayes officiating.

Her family will receive friends on Thursday, at Springhill Baptist Church, from 12:00 noon until the hour of service.

Please share her Life Legacy and leave your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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Sally Wingfield Davis Hensley (Winkie) died on May 20, 2016, surrounded by her family, after a prolonged illness. She was the beloved wife of William Daniel Hensley, mother of William Daniel, jr. (Sally) and Laura Heinlein (Chris). She was the grandmother of four granddaughters, Carlisle, Lucy, Hensley, and Bracy. She leaves behind two sisters, Claudia Swezey and Jane Burroughs (Ronnie) and a plethora of nieces, nephews and their children.

Mrs. Hensley was born in Martinsville, Virginia to Benjamin and Mildred Davis. After marriage, the Hensleys called several cities home. They spent the majority of their married life in Augusta, Atlanta and Big Canoe, Georgia. Upon retirement, they moved to Amelia Island, Florida. 

 A memorial Eucharist will be held at St Peter’s Episcopal Church, 801 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach, Florida on Thursday June 9th at 11:00 AM.  A luncheon will follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the St Peter’s Foundation’s Roy Carlisle Taylor, Jr. Memorial Garden and Cemetery at St. Peter's Episcopal Parish, 801 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 or to Community Hospice, 1348 South 18th Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034. 

Judith Timbs (Judy) Huff, 73, passed away at home on June 4, 2016. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee, the first child of the late Hollis and LaNelle Timbs. She then attended Memphis State University achieving an undergraduate degree in elementary education and a graduate degree in special education. She married Jerry Huff on August 4, 1962. She taught in public schools in Atlanta, Georgia, and Memphis as well as several years at Charter Lakeside. Teaching special needs children was her calling.
Judy was an active member of Germantown Presbyterian Church. She taught Sunday School classes, served as a Stephen Minister, led sessions of Disciple Bible Study, served a term as president of the Presbyterian Women’s Group at GPC and was a member of the Flower Committee.
Judy derived great joy from interaction with her many friends and extended family, especially her grandchildren, who called her Yia Yia.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jerry Huff; her daughter, Mary Nell (Wes) Hinton, and her children, William and Mary Emma Finney, and step-children, Davis and Ainsley Hinton; her son Lee (Molly) Huff and their children, Annalee and Elizabeth Huff; and her sister, Holly (Ken) Hinshaw.

Betty Anne McMillen, 66, went to be with the Lord on June 3rd, 2016, due to an extended illness.

She was born in the Toronto, Canada area on May 6, 1950. After Betty graduated high school, she attended 3 years of college and obtained her Teaching Certificate.  

Betty enjoyed flower gardening, fishing and bible studies. For several years she taught children, aged 2 to 4 years old, Sunday school. Betty had a talent for creating beautiful crafts.

Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Lynn McMillen, of Arlington, Texas, brother Terry Stilcher (Jane) of Wellington, Ontario, Friend and caregiver Robert (Pete) Mixon, Sr, of Fernandina Beach, FL.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, June 10th, at 11 a.m., visitation 10 a.m., at Blackrock Baptist Church. Pastor John Kasper, Sr., will officiate. Burial at Hughes Cemetery, Yulee. 

Betty will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Eternity Funeral Home of Yulee is in charge of arrangements.

Tammy Theresa Shelton, age 46 of Yulee, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2016 at Shands of Jacksonville.

Born in Jacksonville, she was the daughter of Donald Burnsed and Joan Sharon Wells. Tammy was a lifelong resident of Yulee and was a graduate of Fernandina Beach High School, Class of 1987. After high school she married George Shelton of Fernandina. In the following years they had two children. In the mid 1990s Tammy attended FCCJ in pursuit of a degree in Sports Medicine. In the late 1990s she earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of North Florida. 

Since 1996 Tammy has worked as a Customer Service Representative in the LP gas industry. She began her career with Johnson Gas in Yulee and through the ensuing years and mergers worked for Sawyer Gas in Fernandina Beach before moving to Amerigas in Jacksonville.

As a child, she and her family attended the First Assembly of God in Callahan where she was Baptized in the Holy Spirit and later attended Springhill and Yulee Baptist Churches.

Tammy enjoyed living near and spending time on the beach, motorcycles, walking and time with her grandson, Rhett.

She is preceded in death by a nephew, Dylan McCormick.

Tammy leaves behind her daughter, Erica Leigh Crews (Donnie), Woodbine, GA, her son, Carlton James “C.J.” Shelton (Karlee), Fernandina Beach, FL, her mother, Joan Sharon Wells Parker (Walter), Yulee, FL, three brothers, Gerald Wyatt Lewis(Cindy), Green Cove Springs, FL, Phillip Norris McCormick (Valerie), Yulee, FL, Dewayne David “Bubba” McCormick, Fernandina Beach, FL, her grandson, Rhett Crews and three nieces, Storm, Phylen and Katie.

Funeral services were at 11:00 am on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Home. Tammy will be laid to rest, near her nephew Dylan, in Hughes Cemetery. Her family received friends on Monday at the funeral home.

Please share her Life Legacy and leave your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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Helena Butler of Amelia Island passed away Monday, June 6, 2016, at her residence. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors.

Mrs. Phyllis C. Cudd, 79, of Fernandina Beach, passed away Monday, June 6, 2016, at her residence. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors.

Dr. Erik Larsen, 94, of Fernandina Beach, passed away Monday, June 6, 2016, at the Warner Center for Caring at Baptist Medical Center-Nassau. Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors.