In Memoriam: Hooshang Harvesf, Ph.D.
The Avondale community learned of the passing of Hooshang Harvest, Ph.D. on Saturday, Feb. 3, in Jacksonville, Florida, his hometown outside of his native country of ancient Persia. He was predeceased by his father, mother and brother, Dr. Keikhosrow Harvesf, M.D., a local pediatrician, whom he followed to North Florida back in the 1960s. He […]
In Memoriam: Mary Appleton Jaycox
Oct. 23, 1964 – Dec. 14, 2023 On Dec. 14, 2023, our family and community lost a cherished soul when Mary Louise Appleton Jaycox passed away at the age of 59. She was a bright light in the lives of so many and a pillar of strength as she fought a courageous battle against pancreatic […]
In Memoriam: Nancy Reilly Schultz
July 20, 1930 – November 9, 2023 Nancy Jane Reilly Schultz died November 9th, surrounded by her family. The only daughter of Eunice Crowley and John F. Reilly, Nancy was raised in Garden City, Long Island, until the age of ten, when the family moved to New Orleans. There Nancy attended Sacred Heart Convent School […]
In Memoriam: Tonia Lynne “Tammy” McKinley
November 15, 1968 – July 30, 2023 Tonia Lynne McKinley, who was lovingly known as “Tammy” by her family and friends, passed away on the evening of July 30 while in hospice care. She died due to complications from lung cancer. Her final contribution to her community was to donate her body to science in […]
In Memoriam: Marvin “Ceree” Cecil Harden III
May 4, 1953 – August 14, 2023 Marvin Cecil “Ceree” Harden III passed away peacefully on Monday, August 14, 2023, surrounded by his family, after a private battle with ALS. Ceree was a deeply beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend. Not only an immense loss for his family and lifelong friends, Jacksonville lost […]
In Memoriam: Dr. Joel David
OCTOBER 9, 1953 – JUNE 24, 2023 Throughout his life, Dr. Joel David was a purveyor of kindness, compassion and love. He was a dedicated friend, doting husband, and he showed unwavering support for those in his community. He was surrounded by his loving family when he passed on June 24, 2023, at the age […]
In Memoriam: Bruce & Johnnie Hatcher
Bruce HatcherMay 10, 1935 – April 21, 2023 Johnnie HatcherSeptember 29, 1935 – March 31, 2023 Bruce Edwin Hatcher was born on May 10, 1935 in Albany, Georgia, and he passed away on April 21, 2023. He was the first of two sons born to Charles Marvin Hatcher and Naomi Joyce Gwines Hatcher. The family […]
In Memoriam: William Franklin Johnson Jr.
February 28, 1944 – May 5, 2023 In life, Bill was a husband, a father, a grandfather and a great-grandfather. He was a friend to many and served the Lord faithfully. Bill was born in Witchita Falls, TX on February 28th, 1944 to William Franklin Johnson Sr. and Francis Hollingsworth Johnson. He attended Bolles High […]
