Maria Care, 91, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

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Dalton Cameron Feuerborn, 27, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019 at his home.

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William Henderson, 65, passed away October 24, 2019.

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Richard D. Johnson Jr., 61, passed away October 28, 2019 at his Yulee residence.

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Bobby Mullikin, 82, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 at his home.

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Mr. Norman Pineault, 81, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Friday, October 25, 2019.

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Jimmy Joseph Simmons, 68, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

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Harriet Baxley Nolan, 82, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2019 after an extended illness.

Born April 12, 1937, in Pensacola, Fla., she was the daughter of the late Dr. Harry Bryan and Aleathea Hull Baxley. She was raised in Donalsonville, Ga. and graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in education. She lived in Waycross, Ga. for 40 years with her beloved late husband, Tom Nolan. She was a longtime and faithful member of Grace Episcopal Church in Waycross. While having served in many capacities, one of her favorites was service in the Altar Guild. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and sharing her home with many friends, family, and community. She was a devoted wife and mother and took great pleasure in being surrounded by those she loved so dearly. When she moved to Fernandina, she continued her church service with the Amelia Plantation Chapel and served in many areas. She was involved with Community Bible Study and continued to share her gift of hospitality and teaching.

She leaves behind her daughters, Lea Nolan Bagnal (Scott) of Greenville, S.C. and Margo Nolan Taylor (Tony) of Fernandina Beach; four grandchildren, Hallie Hinen (Shaun) of Charleston, S.C., Julia Bagnal of San Clemente, Calif., Nolan Bagnal of Charleston, and Tom Taylor of Fernandina Beach; sisters, Aleathea Davis of Tallahassee, Fla. and Franny Kilpatrick (Paul) of Columbus, Ga.; sister-in-law, Julie Nolan Bullard of Snellville, Ga.; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Thomas Nolan; brother, Jimmy Baxley; sister-in-law, Patsy Baxley; and brother-in-law, David Davis.

She will be laid to rest at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 31, 2019, in Christ Church Episcopal cemetery on St. Simons Island, Ga. The memorial service to celebrate her life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, November 1, 2019 at Amelia Plantation Chapel.

Memorials may be made in her name to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257, or Amelia Plantation Chapel, 36 Bowman Road, Amelia Island, FL 32034.

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Harriet Gould Nesbitt, 85, wife, mother, grandmother, avid golfer, painter, community volunteer, retired realtor, and lifelong optimist, died peacefully of stage IV melanoma on October 26, 2019 surrounded by her family.

Born September 2, 1934 in Philadelphia to Wilhelmina Gunn Gould and William Winston Gould, she grew up with her younger sister, Elizabeth, in the Philadelphia and Cleveland areas. After graduating from Shaker Heights High School, she studied at Duke University, where she was active in the student union, the synchronized swimming club, and Alpha Delta Pi sorority. She met her husband of 62 years, Tom, on a ride home from Duke to Ohio over Thanksgiving in 1955.

Harriet earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Duke in 1956. Harriet and Tom married in 1957, starting life together in Durham, N.C. Harriet worked as a secretary for the law firm Everett & Everett and the Office of Ordinance Research while Tom completed his education.

They moved to Irvington on Hudson, N.Y. in 1962, and to Short Hills, N.J. in 1966. While raising five children, Harriet earned her real estate license and joined Burgdorff Realtors in 1979. With her deep knowledge of the community, keen negotiating skills, warmth, and commitment to helping people, she built a career in real estate, working with many clients and colleagues and winning numerous awards over her 22 years. She often said during her professional working years that she only did three things in her life – go to school, raise children, and sell real estate – but that raising children was her proudest achievement.

Harriet and Tom retired to Amelia Island, Fla. in 2001 and spent summers in Cooperstown, N.Y. She was a deacon at Amelia Plantation Chapel and a member of the Plantation Artists’ Guild & Gallery and enjoyed playing golf, reading, and painting in watercolor.

Harriet will be remembered by her husband, Tom; her five children and their spouses, Martha Limber and Mark Limber, Will Nesbitt and Michelle de Savigny, Tommy Nesbitt and Linda Schmid, Elizabeth Nesbitt and Dimitris Klapsis, and Katie Nesbitt and Jens Dakin; seven grandchildren; her sister, Elizabeth Kelly; and many close family and friends.

The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville and Community Hospice.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. December 28, 2019 at Amelia Plantation Chapel.

Memorial gifts in Harriet’s memory can be made to Amelia Plantation Chapel to support missions around the world: Amelia Plantation Chapel, 36 Bowman Road, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 or ameliachapel.com/giving.

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Gertrude I. Mueller, 92, passed away October 31, 2019.

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Jimmy Joseph Simmons, 66, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully Monday, October 28, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

Jimmy attended Fernandina Beach High School and graduated in 1971. After graduation he began his career at Terminal Paper Bag Company, where he retired after 25 years. He loved being around his family and friends and was a faithful member of Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare, where he spent most of his retirement years making new friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, Ossie Simmons and Lucy Mae Delaney.

Jimmy leaves behind two sisters, Sherian Daniels and Mable Russell (Bob); seven children, Jimmy Joseph Jr., Irvin Grant, Shaun Simmons (Erica), Maury Brown (Erica), Chrysten Simmons, Janet Simmons, and Latanya Baker; 12 grandchildren, Juwuan, Kiara, Shaun Jr., Precious, Shaunice, Domonique, Aniyah, Alexis, Alice, Jakyea, Raheem, and Annalise; ex-wife of 14 years, Robin Simmons; six nieces, Patria, Synetta (William), Lucy (Richard), Passion (Torry), Volare, and Leah; one nephew, Eric; 13 nieces and nephews; cousins, Bobbie (Earli), Lisa (James), Oscar, Pam, Pearl, and Tommy (Sandra); and special friend, Sascha Moor.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Friday, November 1, 2019 at Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors. A homegoing service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, November 2, 2019 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors with Pastors Richard and Lucy Polk officiating. He will be laid to rest with his mother at Bosque Bello Cemetery. The Repast will be immediately after the committal service at Burns Hall of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, located at 801 Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina Beach.

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Jimmy Joseph Simmons, 66, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully Monday, October 28, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

Jimmy attended Fernandina Beach High School and graduated in 1971. After graduation he began his career at Terminal Paper Bag Company, where he retired after 25 years. He loved being around his family and friends and was a faithful member of Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare, where he spent most of his retirement years making new friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, Ossie Simmons and Lucy Mae Delaney.

Jimmy leaves behind two sisters, Sherian Daniels and Mable Russell (Bob); seven children, Jimmy Joseph Jr., Irvin Grant, Shaun Simmons (Erica), Maury Brown (Erica), Chrysten Simmons, Janet Simmons, and Latanya Baker; 12 grandchildren, Juwuan, Kiara, Shaun Jr., Precious, Shaunice, Domonique, Aniyah, Alexis, Alice, Jakyea, Raheem, and Annalise; ex-wife of 14 years, Robin Simmons; six nieces, Patria, Synetta (William), Lucy (Richard), Passion (Torry), Volare, and Leah; one nephew, Eric; 13 nieces and nephews; cousins, Bobbie (Earli), Lisa (James), Oscar, Pam, Pearl, and Tommy (Sandra); and special friend, Sascha Moor.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Friday, November 1, 2019 at Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors. A homegoing service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, November 2, 2019 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors with Pastors Richard and Lucy Polk officiating. He will be laid to rest with his mother at Bosque Bello Cemetery. The Repast will be immediately after the committal service at Burns Hall of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, located at 801 Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina Beach.

Please share your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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Jimmy Joseph Simmons, 66, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully Monday, October 28, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

Jimmy attended Fernandina Beach High School and graduated in 1971. After graduation he began his career at Terminal Paper Bag Company, where he retired after 25 years. He loved being around his family and friends and was a faithful member of Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare, where he spent most of his retirement years making new friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, Ossie Simmons and Lucy Mae Delaney.

Jimmy leaves behind two sisters, Sherian Daniels and Mable Russell (Bob); seven children, Jimmy Joseph Jr., Irvin Grant, Shaun Simmons (Erica), Maury Brown (Erica), Chrysten Simmons, Janet Simmons, and Latanya Baker; 12 grandchildren, Juwuan, Kiara, Shaun Jr., Precious, Shaunice, Domonique, Aniyah, Alexis, Alice, Jakyea, Raheem, and Annalise; ex-wife of 14 years, Robin Simmons; six nieces, Patria, Synetta (William), Lucy (Richard), Passion (Torry), Volare, and Leah; one nephew, Eric; 13 nieces and nephews; cousins, Bobbie (Earli), Lisa (James), Oscar, Pam, Pearl, and Tommy (Sandra); and special friend, Sascha Moor.

He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Friday, November 1, 2019 at Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors. A homegoing service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, November 2, 2019 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors with Pastors Richard and Lucy Polk officiating. He will be laid to rest with his mother at Bosque Bello Cemetery. The Repast will be immediately after the committal service at Burns Hall of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, located at 801 Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina Beach.

Please share your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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Norman Joseph Pineault, 81, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla. after a long illness.

Norm is survived by his wife of 34 years, Sandy; daughter, Lyn Skibinski née Pineault; husband Steve); son, David (wife Lori); and five grandchildren, Nolan, Jason, Kyle, Alexander, and Meagan.

Norm was born August 15, 1938 to the late Bertha and George Pineault of Swansea, Mass. Norm spent his early years in Swansea attending St. Michael’s elementary school and graduating from Case High School in 1956. He went on to attend Brown University and graduated in 1960 with a degree in political science. Following university, Norm served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in Biloxi, Miss., where he attained the rank of second lieutenant. Following his military service, Norm earned his MBA at Northeastern University and went on to work in the Finance Department at General Electric in Lynn, Mass.

After retiring in 1986, Norm and Sandy moved to the South Shore of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, where they worked on their garden, traveled, and welcomed grandchildren into their lives. In 2004, Norm and Sandy settled on Amelia Island, where they made numerous friends and became active in their church, St. Francis of Assisi. A lifelong learner, one of Norm’s last joys was learning how to play chess and starting the St. Francis Men’s Chess Club.

Norm was passionate about Sandy’s “Project Isobel” which, in partnership with the Respect Life Ministry, supported the St. Gerard maternity home and Christian high school for unwed mothers. Norm and Sandy were Respect Life Coordinators at St. Michael for two years. Norm also was council program director at Respect Life for two years and did a great job coordinating the different programs. Everyone got great joy from Norm’s smile. Norm held the values and teachings of God deep within his heart.

May God have mercy on the repose of the soul of our husband, father, and friend, Norm Pineault, and may HE give comfort and peace to his family as they mourn the loss of their loved one. Rest in Peace Norm!

Ronald N. Leyendecker, 83, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Monday evening, October 28, 2019.

He was born February 28, 1936 in Massachusetts to Jacob and Mary Rose Leyendecker and served in the U.S. Marines.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Leyendecker, and son, Scott Leyendecker.

He is survived by his children, Brian Leyendecker, Kimberly Talbot, Tracey Daly, and Todd Leyendecker; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

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Robert J. Beaman Sr., CW2, U.S. Army, Ret., 75, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019 in Huntsville, Ala. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, November 8, 2019 at Jacksonville National Cemetery with full military honors.

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Joan P. Foshee, 88, of Atlanta, Ga. and Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019.

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Richard D. Johnson Jr., 62, passed away October 28, 2019 at his Yulee, Fla. residence. Services will be held in Wurtsboro, N.Y.

Gertrude I. Mueller, 92, passed away October 31, 2019.

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Walter White, 83, passed away October 31, 2019.

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Mrs. Peggy Faye Purvis Snow, 74, of Adrian, Ga., passed away peacefully at Scott Health and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday afternoon, November 2, 2019.

Born in Fernandina, Fla., she was the only daughter and the eldest of three children born to the late Okie and Dora Beatrice Rowland Purvis. She grew up in downtown Fernandina before leaving in 1974 and moving to Dublin, Ga. to assist with a family member’s healthcare. While living in Dublin, she worked at Fairview Park Hospital in Housekeeping and Admissions. She returned to Fernandina Beach in 2000 and worked in the Canteen at Container Corporation of America. She returned to the Johnson County, Ga. area in 2005.

She enjoyed plants, tending her daylilies, sewing, fishing, hunting conch shells during flounder gigging outings on the south end of the island, and spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She and her family had been longtime members of the United Pentecostal Church in Fernandina Beach and Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in Swainsboro, Ga.

Mrs. Snow leaves behind her children, James Kevin Drury (Karen) of East Dublin, Ga., Dora Williams (Jerry) of Adrian, Donna Wall (David) of Dexter, Ga., and Aubrey Shrader (Sharon) of Hazlehurst, Ga.; her two brothers, Gary Purvis (JoAnn) of Sneedville, Tenn. and Bobby Purvis of Yulee, Fla.; eight grandchildren, Courtney Rogers, Alicia Seeker, Doug Williams, Lindsey Fagins, James Drury, Cora Williams, Savannah Shrader, and Aubrey Paul Shrader; two great-grandchildren, Nazari Fagins and Julie Rogers; another great grandchild on the way, Nevaeh Fagins; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, November 4, 2019 in the Williams Chapel of Sammons Funeral Home in Soperton, Ga. with Pastor Chris Young officiating. Mrs. Snow was laid to rest beside an aunt, Emily Beasley, in the Faith Tabernacle Cemetery in Treutlen County, Ga. Serving as pallbearers were James Drury, Aubrey Paul Shrader, Keith Purvis, Joe Seeker, Jerome Fagins, Scott Rogers, and Doug Williams. Her family received friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of the service Monday, November 4, 2019 at the funeral home.

Please share a memory, leave a condolence message, and sign the online guest register at www.sammonsfuneralhome.com.

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Mrs. Peggy Faye Purvis Snow, 74, of Adrian, Ga., passed away peacefully at Scott Health and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday afternoon, November 2, 2019.

Born in Fernandina, Fla., she was the only daughter and the eldest of three children born to the late Okie and Dora Beatrice Rowland Purvis. She grew up in downtown Fernandina before leaving in 1974 and moving to Dublin, Ga. to assist with a family member’s healthcare. While living in Dublin, she worked at Fairview Park Hospital in Housekeeping and Admissions. She returned to Fernandina Beach in 2000 and worked in the Canteen at Container Corporation of America. She returned to the Johnson County, Ga. area in 2005.

She enjoyed plants, tending her daylilies, sewing, fishing, hunting conch shells during flounder gigging outings on the south end of the island, and spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She and her family had been longtime members of the United Pentecostal Church in Fernandina Beach and Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in Swainsboro, Ga.

Mrs. Snow leaves behind her children, James Kevin Drury (Karen) of East Dublin, Ga., Dora Williams (Jerry) of Adrian, Donna Wall (David) of Dexter, Ga., and Aubrey Shrader (Sharon) of Hazlehurst, Ga.; her two brothers, Gary Purvis (JoAnn) of Sneedville, Tenn. and Bobby Purvis of Yulee, Fla.; eight grandchildren, Courtney Rogers, Alicia Seeker, Doug Williams, Lindsey Fagins, James Drury, Cora Williams, Savannah Shrader, and Aubrey Paul Shrader; two great-grandchildren, Nazari Fagins and Julie Rogers; another great grandchild on the way, Nevaeh Fagins; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, November 4, 2019 in the Williams Chapel of Sammons Funeral Home in Soperton, Ga. with Pastor Chris Young officiating. Mrs. Snow was laid to rest beside an aunt, Emily Beasley, in the Faith Tabernacle Cemetery in Treutlen County, Ga. Serving as pallbearers were James Drury, Aubrey Paul Shrader, Keith Purvis, Joe Seeker, Jerome Fagins, Scott Rogers, and Doug Williams. Her family received friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of the service Monday, November 4, 2019 at the funeral home.

Please share a memory, leave a condolence message, and sign the online guest register at www.sammonsfuneralhome.com.

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Mr. William O. Skipper (Bill), 67, of Chester, Yulee, Fla., passed peacefully November 3, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

Bill was a metal fabricator for most of his life and could build anything with precision. He was a sweet, gentle soul loved by all he met. Many enjoyed his colorful stories. He loved to fish with his Daddy and was a true Jaguars fan from day one. He was a great Dad and a wonderful Papa who always gave everything to all. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

He was predeceased by his parents, Bobbie and Biddie Skipper.

Bill leaves behind, his beloved wife of 31 years, Michelle Skipper, the love of his life with whom he wrote a true love story; his two boys, Billy Skipper (Terry) and Shawn Black (Christy); and four grandchildren, Garrett Black, Coral Skipper, Brendan Black, and Sophie Kluessner. Bill also leaves behind two good friends, David Peck and Richard Lightsey.

The family will be having a private memorial.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

To view Mr. Skipper’s online obituary and leave condolences, please visit the Green Pine website at www.greenpinefuneral.com.

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Timothy “Timmy” Miller Sr., 54, passed away Sunday morning, November 3, 2019 at his Yulee, Fla. residence.

Timmy was a life-long resident of the Yulee area. He was known as a hard worker who lived for his family, and he loved fishing.

He was predeceased by his father, Harold Miller; brother, Neil Miller; and sister, Pamela Trull.

Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Mary Miller of Yulee.; three sons, Justin Bowen (Brandy), Timothy “T J” Miller (Suzanne), and Chad Hutto, all of Yulee; a daughter, Amelia, also of Yulee; his mother, Lina Miller of Yulee; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Vickie and Bobby Drury of Callahan, Fla., Bonnie and Bobby Wylie of Yulee, and Karen and William Moses, also of Yulee; seven grandchildren, Isiah, Brayden, Avery, Mariahbre, Lyla, Aaden and Abel; many nieces and nephews; and his loyal dog, Jerry.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2019 in the Stephens Chapel at Green Pine Funeral Home with Pastor Bobby Drury officiating. Interment will follow in Green Pine Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Saturday at the funeral home.

To sign Mr. Miller’s online register book and leave messages of condolence, please visit the Green Pine website at www.greenpinefuneral.com.

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George Scott McIsaac died of complications following surgery on September 28, 2019 in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

A son of Scottish immigrants, George was born in Auburn, N.Y. on July 25, 1930. In his youth, he was an Eagle Scout who attended Auburn public schools, and later in life he was named to the Auburn High School Athletic Hall of Fame in honor of his athletic prowess as a student. He received a Navy ROTC scholarship to attend Yale University, from which he graduated in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Administration, and thereafter served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps. In 1954, he was discharged from the Marines, married Betsy Clark of Lahaska, Pa., and went to work for the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, N.Y.

George earned a Master of Science in Business Administration from the University of Rochester in 1961 and began a successful career at the international consulting firm McKinsey & Company, where he eventually became a senior partner and led the firm’s industrial and labor relations practice. During his McKinsey years, he lived in Westport, Conn., Washington, D.C., and Düsseldorf, Germany. His many varied assignments at McKinsey included creating the national rail passenger system Amtrak. In 1977, he left McKinsey to become the first Assistant Secretary for Resource Applications at the newly created U.S. Department of Energy, where he received the Department’s Distinguished Service Medal.

George returned to Rochester in 1980 to become the chief operating officer of the Schlegel Corporation, a privately held manufacturer of automotive and other industrial components. He also became an active volunteer in the Rochester community, serving in several capacities including as board chairman of the George Eastman Museum of Photography and the Rochester General Hospital. After leaving Schlegel in 1985, he returned to his University of Rochester alma mater as executive professor at the Simon Graduate School of Management, teaching advanced classes in business policy there and in affiliated programs in Holland, Switzerland, and Australia.

George and Betsy divorced in 2000. He remarried Mary Melone Post, a friend since his Auburn high school days. Together, they moved back to Auburn and later to Fernandina Beach, Fla.

George is survived by his wife, Mary; his ex-wife, Betsy Clark McIsaac of Rochester; his sister, Sheila McIsaac Cooper of Greencastle, Ind.; his sons, Ian Scott McIsaac (and wife Suzanne Durrell) of Milton, Mass. and Christopher Clark McIsaac (and wife Tracey Braun) of Washington, D.C.; his five grandchildren, Duncan, Alexandra, John, Colin, and Jessica; seven nieces and nephews; and Mary’s five children. In addition to happy memories, many involving his razor-sharp wit, he leaves to them his lifelong love of skiing and sailing.

A service of burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2019 in Fort Hill Cemetery in Auburn.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Yale University at giving.yale.edu, the University of Rochester at rochester.edu/advancement/ways-to-give, the George Eastman Museum at eastman.org/individual-giving, or the Semper Fi Fund at semperfifund.org/donate.

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John W. Jenkins III, known to friends and family as “Woody,” passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at his son’s home in Waterford, Va. while visiting with family. Woody and his wife, Deborah “Debbie” Kelley Jenkins, had just celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary.

Woody was born in Baltimore, Md. in March 1951. He was just a teenager when he met the love of his life, Debbie, but those tender feelings toward her intensified at Debbie’s sweet 16 party. Woody was the lead singer of his band, “Treebeard,” which was the entertainment performing at the home of Debbie’s parents. Although he didn’t own a car, Woody would often visit Debbie, walking or hitchhiking his way back and forth to see her. Their relationship blossomed and Debbie and Woody became engaged.

A young entrepreneur, Woody succeeded in his early 20s in becoming the youngest sales manager for a Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Audi dealership, followed by opening his own highline car dealership in Los Angeles. He was remarkably skilled at closing deals and always making customers feel welcome and satisfied with their purchases. He went on to become a very successful airplane broker.

Woody was reliable and delivered on his promises, and he made friends all over the world. His son, Justin, and grandchildren follow in his footsteps in a storied and fascinating career. His family cherishes his generosity and thoughtfulness and his abundant enthusiasm for everyone he ever met.

John was predeceased by his parents, John W. Jenkins II and Catherine Ann Kleszczynski, and his brother, Jeffrey W. Jenkins.

He is survived by his wife, Deborah “Debbie” Kelley Jenkins; his son, Justin Jenkins; his daughter, Heidi Jenkins; his sisters, Rosie Caulder and Andrea Timko; his mother-in-law, Dorothy Kelley; his niece, Casey Caulder, his nephew, Jason Caulder, his grandchildren, JC Jenkins, Harlan Deborah Freidman-Jenkins, Matthew Leonard-Morgan, and Sophie Kopacz.

Dalton Cameron Feuerborn, 27, went to his heavenly home October 26, 2019.

Dalton, a son of Martin Feuerborn and Lisa Allison Hall, was born in Fernandina Beach, Fla. and attended Fernandina Beach schools.

As a young man, Dalton worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was an avid Georgia Bulldogs fan, loved hunting and fishing, and liked working on his truck and playing his guitar. He enjoyed food whether he was eating it or cooking it for himself or others. Dalton could often be found watching cooking shows on television, Diners, Drive-ins and Dives being his favorite. He also enjoyed playing video games, especially Minecraft, and he loved playing video games with his daughter, Kami.

Dalton was predeceased by a brother, David Parker; his maternal grandfather, Leo Griffis; his paternal “Grandma,” Ladine Feuerborn; and his stepfather, Buddy Hall.

He leaves behind his daughter, Kami and her mother, Liz Tucker; his mother, Lisa Hall; his father, Marty Feuerborn and his wife, Lorie; his sister, Summer Ward and her husband, Dustin; his “Nana,” Leone Griffis; two nephews, Brantley and Daton; an aunt, Carla Davis and her husband, Michael; his triplet cousins, Allison, Graison, and Ellis; and his four-footed companion, Chaos, as well as several other aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members and friends.

A service to remember and celebrate Dalton’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2019 in the Burgess Chapel of Oxley-Heard Funeral Directors. Pastor Eric Osborne of First Assembly of God Church will officiate.

Please share your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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Mrs. Peggy Ann Marsh Weatherford, 93, of Greensboro, Ga., passed away Monday, November 4, 2019 at The Glenn at Lake Oconee Village.

Funeral Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Metter Primitive Baptist Church. Interment will be in Old Canoochee Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will take place 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Mrs. Weatherford was born August 13, 1926 in Tattnall County, Ga. to the late Harville and Eunice Tyler Smith Marsh. A graduate of Portal High School, she attended Georgia School for Women in Milledgeville, Ga. and was a 1959 graduate of Georgia Teachers College. Mrs. Weatherford taught school in Charlton County, Ga. and retired from the Nassau County, Fla. court system in 1987 after 30 years. She was head of Girl Scouts of America Troops in Fernandina Beach, Fla. and served twice as regent of the Adam Brinson Chapter DAR. She was a member of Twin City First Baptist Church, attended Metter Primitive Baptist Church, taught the Trapnell-Bekle Sunday school class, and was secretary of Marian-Again Circle. She dearly loved her family; traveling around the world with her husband; her friends; helping others; and her God.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Joseph Eugene "Gene" Weatherford, one sister and two brothers. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Ann "Suzanne" Weatherford Graham (Mike) of Birmingham, Ala.; son, Joseph Eugene "Joe" Weatherford Jr. (Carol) of Greensboro, Ga.; sister-in-law, Sue Marsh of Callahan, Fla.; grandchildren, Joseph Eugene "Joey" Weatherford III and Kacey Marie Weatherford Young (Brad), Kimber Leigh Weatherford Clark (Dr. David), Henry Michael Graham Jr. (Kelsey), and Matthew Ware Graham (Alex); great-grandchildren, Kale Carter Young and Joseph Lee "Josey" Young; and nieces, nephews, and extended family.

The family requests donations be made to Metter Primitive Baptist Church, 45 S. Kennedy Street, Metter, GA 30439, or Governor David Emmanuel-Adam Brinson Chapter DAR, c/o Connie Page, 732 Page Garrett Road, Kite, GA 31049-6231.

Condolences can be made online at www.durden-hudsonfuneraldirectors.com.

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Mrs. Cheryl Bibik, 74, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Community Hospice & Palliative Care’s Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, Fla.

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Charles "Donnie" Davis, 83, of Yulee, Fla., passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 15, 2019 in the Stephens Chapel at Green Pine Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Green Pine Cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon until the time of service Friday at the funeral home.

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Linda Gibson, 78, passed away November 7, 2019.

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Trina Miner, 58, passed away November 7, 2019.

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Natalie Fuller Sparks, 79 of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019.

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George Steele, 90, passed away November 4, 2019.

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Albert A. Stoddard, 93, of Yulee, Fla., passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019.

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John Charles Wright, 55, of Fernandina Beach, Fla., passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019.

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Matthew “Matt” G. Meziere Jr., 77, of Hilliard, Fla., passed away following a brief illness November 9, 2019 surrounded by his family. He was much loved and admired by his family and friends for living life fully and with integrity.

Matt was born March 31, 1942 in Oklahoma City, Okla. as one of six children. He was preceded in death by his father, Matthew G. Meziere  Sr., in 1981 and his mother, Mabel Meziere, in 2004. He was married to his beloved wife, Peggy V. (Hodges) Meziere, for 46 years. Matt devotedly cared for Peggy for several months prior to her passing in 2012.

Matt’s memory will be cherished by his three sons, Tim (Sue) Howard, Kenneth Howard, and Gary (Decie) Meziere; daughter, Sherry Meziere (Richie) West; former daughter-in-law, Shannon Meziere; grandchildren, Tiffany (Dustin) Gardner, Genevieve Howard, Adam Howard, Cody West, Chase West, Trevor Meziere, Jessie Wetherhill, and Jack Wetherhill; and great-grandchildren, Malcom Howard and Georgia Aubrey Gardner; his sisters and brothers, Annie, Judy, Mary, Patrick, and Steve and their spouses, children and grandchildren; and many dear friends.

Matt developed his values of family first and hard work from an early age. He was mechanically gifted and took up his father’s vocation as a sheet metal tin bender, a career that he pursued for more than 30 years, working out of Jacksonville Local No. 435 and then at Saint Regis and Container Corporation paper mills. From his father, he also developed a lifelong love of hunting and was a well-known member of the South Hillard Hunting Club. Though Matt lived in the Jacksonville area for more than 50 years, he embraced his Okie roots and frequently travelled to Oklahoma to spend time with his family there, rejoicing in each new addition. 

A true patriot, Matt enlisted in the Navy following a short stint in college and was a decorated two-term veteran who served on the USS Harry E. Hubbard (DD 748) and the USS Ault (DD 698) during the 1960s. His life changed forever in 1966 when he met and fell in love with Peggy while stationed at Mayport. He embraced her two sons, Tim and Ken, as his own and rejoiced in the births of Gary and Sherry. Eventually settling in Hilliard, Matt always made sure his family came first by attending school and sporting events and spending many hours coaching little league games for which he is still remembered fondly by many in the community. He continued to pass that legacy of caring on to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren by arranging numerous fishing trips to his second home in Florahome, excursions to Chuck E. Cheese, attendance at their sporting events, and movie outings.

In his retirement years, he continued to pursue his interests in hunting, fishing, and travelling frequently with Peggy to their favorite vacation spots in Daytona Beach and the Keys. He was an amateur historian who was well versed on the Civil War and who visited many battlefields on family trips. Outgoing and gregarious, Matt was knowledgeable about many current events and loved to engage in conversation with others. 

Matt was also a long-time, born-again Christian and passed with blessed assurance in his faith. His witnessing and personal testimony over several decades helped bring many others into a relationship with the Lord. He was a member of Live Oak Baptist Church in Hilliard and Buford Grove Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday school classes and helped with Vacation Bible School.

According to Matt’s wishes, the visitation and viewing for family and friends will be held at Nassau Funeral Home, located at 541720 U.S. 1 in Callahan, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 14, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, November 15, 2019 at Live Oak Baptist Church, located at 36178 Congregation Lane in Callahan, with Pastor Steve Wolgamott officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Primitive Baptist Church cemetery at 36061 Bethel Church Road in Hilliard.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in support of military veterans at garysinisefoundation.org.