Willie Knox
July 13, 2025
Willie Edward Knox, affectionately known as “Ed”, was born on November 27, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Willie Pounds and Theresa Knox. Ed was the fifth of six children. His sister Alisa, and brothers Fred and Darrell, preceded him in death.
Ed graduated from Jean Baptiste Point DuSable High School in Chicago, Illinois. Ed was in a long-term relationship...
Evangelist Donna Marie Jones
July 10, 2025
Donna Marie Jones was born on July 6, 1967, in Jacksonville, Florida, a cherished gift from the Lord to her loving parents, Mae Frances and Eddie Leon Jones Jr., both of whom preceded her in death, along with her beloved first set of twins, Nicholas and Victoria. Affectionately referred to as "Donna Marie," she began her educational journey in the...
Andrew Sims, Jr.
July 10, 2025
With humbled hearts and abiding faith in God’s will, we celebrate the life of Andrew “Drew” Sims Jr., who suddenly transitioned to eternal rest on July 10, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida, at the age of 42.
Drew was born on October 22, 1982, to Reverend Andrew Sims Sr. and Emma Simmons Sims, both of whom survive him. From his earliest days,...
Sherry Larsina Anderson
July 7, 2025
Ms. Sherry L. Anderson was born on July 21, 1964 in Jacksonville, Florida to Theodore Anderson and Rose Lee Anderson. She attended Paxon Jr. High and graduated from Paxon Sr. High School. She was a faithful and active member of Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Usher Board and the kitchen committee.
Sherry was well known in...
Lester Mitchell
July 7, 2025
Lester Mitchell was born June 25, 1952 in Jacksonville, FL to Lester Mitchell Sr. and Frances Gooden. He attended school in the Duval County School system. He later received his GED followed by an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Edward Waters College. He also had a love for cooking and earned his certification as a Chef. He was an...
Betty Stewart
July 5, 2025
Ms. Betty R. Stewart was born on November 22, 1933, in Sandersville, GA, to Allener Perry-Wilcher and Charlie Wilcher. After she graduated high school, she met and married Ceaser Stewart Sr. She then continued her education and graduated from Florida State College at Jacksonville. She was an active member of St. Paul A.M.E., where she served for many years.
Betty is...
Donald Hartfield
July 4, 2025
Donald Hartfield passed away peacefully on the 4th of July, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on October 31, 1954, in Jacksonville, Florida, he was preceded in death by his devoted parents Bozie and Dollie Mae Hartfield and his brother, Bozie Hartfield Jr. Donald lived a life full of allegiance, simplicity, and jubilance. A proud graduate of William M....
Joshua C. Thomas
June 25, 2025
Joshua Christopher Thomas was born on October 25, 1982 and was almost immediately christened as a beacon in the community.
His early life was spent in the public schools of Atlantic Beach, Florida and working jobs in the service and restaurant industries; but it was in his teenage years that he developed his love for The Lord and giving to others...
Ky'ona T. A. Lindsey
June 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Ky’ona Ty’keria Abbie Lindsey
With heavy hearts, we remember Ky’ona Ty’keria Abbie Lindsey, who joyfully embraced life and left us far too soon. Although her time with us was brief, she filled our days with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories that will linger in our hearts forever.
Born in Jacksonville, Florida, on December 14, 2003, Ky’ona was a...
Lawrence W. Ryan, Jr.
June 20, 2025
Lawrence William “Bill” Ryan, born October 7, 1937, in Melrose, Massachusetts, was the eldest of four children of Lawrence and Ercil Ryan.
Bill’s family had deep ties to Maine, and every summer his mother and siblings would travel to their camp at Nequasset in Woolwich. He fondly recalled heading to Maine the day after school let out and returning just before...
