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My Parting Words To All I have run my course, you must run yours, and the Holy Scriptures teaches us that “we too must go the way of all the earth”. We will only get one chance to live this earthly life, please live it in daily fellowship with Jesus Christ. And one day, hopefully not too far in the distant future you will come to see that His calling me home was an act of His love for me. He did not want me to hurt anymore. I am with Him now. ...

My Parting Words To All I have run my course, you must run yours, and the Holy Scriptures teaches us that “we too must go the way of all the earth”. We will only get one ...

Ricky Ransom

My Parting Words To All I have run my course, you must run yours, and the Holy Scriptures teaches us that “we too must go the way of all the earth”. We will only get one ...

Deacon Jimmie Harper

Harper ~ Jimmie Pearl Harper was born on April 23, 1932, in Tyler, Florida, to the late Rossie Baity and Ora Lee Hill. As the eldest of nine siblings, she embraced responsibility, compassion, and leadership from an early age. She received her education in the Duval County public school system and was a proud graduate of Old Stanton High School, Class of 1951. Mrs. Harper continued her educational journey at Bethune-Cookman College (now Bethune-Cookman University), where she earned a ...

Harper ~ Jimmie Pearl Harper was born on April 23, 1932, in Tyler, Florida, to the late Rossie Baity and Ora Lee Hill. As the eldest of nine siblings, she embraced responsibility, compassion, and ...

Baby Boy Mason Hairston

Little Snowdrop The world may never notice If a Snowdrop doesn’t bloom, Or even pause to wonder If the petals fall too soon. But every life that ever forms, Or ever comes to be, Touches the world in some small way For all eternity. The little one we long for Was swiftly here and gone. But the love that was then planted Is a light that still shines on. And though our arms are empty, Our hearts know what to do. Every beating of our hearts Says that we love you Baby Boy Mason ...

Little Snowdrop The world may never notice If a Snowdrop doesn’t bloom, Or even pause to wonder If the petals fall too soon. But every life that ever forms, Or ever comes to be, Touches the ...

Knivek Kinchen

Kinchen ~ Knivek Kinchen was born May 25th, 2006, to Kevin Kinchen and Anicka Kinchen. He was the youngest of four children. Knivek was a proud son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. He was a Jehovah Witness and attended the Lake Forest congregation. Knivek always looked after family and was very protective of those he loved. He enjoyed Marvel movies and playing video games. A smile and good laugh were guaranteed in his presence. He adored his grandparents and was loved and ...

Kinchen ~ Knivek Kinchen was born May 25th, 2006, to Kevin Kinchen and Anicka Kinchen. He was the youngest of four children. Knivek was a proud son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. ...

Ruth Gary

Gary ~ On Saturday, April 18, 2026, our Father God gently called home one of His most faithful and cherished daughters, Ruth Shields Gary. While Heaven gained an angel, our hearts felt a loss so deep it cannot be fully put into words. Ruth was born on February 15, 1931, the third of five children to the late Juanita Holmes Shields and Stephen E. Shields. From the very beginning, her life was rooted in faith, strength, and an unwavering love for her family. She was a woman who gave endlessly ...

Gary ~ On Saturday, April 18, 2026, our Father God gently called home one of His most faithful and cherished daughters, Ruth Shields Gary. While Heaven gained an angel, our hearts felt a loss so ...

Anita Williams

Williams ~ Anita Yvonne Williams transitioned into eternal life on March 15,2026. She was born November 1,1958 in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Cleophus and Jessie Lee McCoy. Anita attended the Duval County School System, graduating from Jean Ribault Senior High School. She retired from Alsco Uniforms Services after years of dedicated service. Anita attended Open Arms Community Church for many years until her health failed. She enjoyed reading her bible and spending precious ...

Williams ~ Anita Yvonne Williams transitioned into eternal life on March 15,2026. She was born November 1,1958 in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Cleophus and Jessie Lee McCoy. Anita ...

Iran Simmons

Simmons ~ “His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.” – Matthew 25:23 Iran Lamar Simmons was born to the union of Vander Norris and Rachel Simmons Brown on January 10, 1965, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was reared and received his education in local schools in Jacksonville, Florida. Iran further his education in the legal ...

Simmons ~ “His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy ...

Charles Ries, Jr.

Ries ~ “His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.” – Matthew 25:23 Charles Ries Jr., age 85, transitioned peacefully on March 31, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born May 17, 1940, in Hurtsboro, Alabama, to the union of Charles Henry and Mary Ries. His family later moved to Chicago, where he received his education through ...

Ries ~ “His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy ...

Floyd Holloman-Ervin

Holloman-Ervin ~ With profound sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Floyd Alexander Holloman-Ervin, who entered eternal rest March 27, 2026, at the age of 63, in Jacksonville, Florida. Born on July 30, 1962, Floyd Alexander Holloman-Ervin lived a life defined by strength, generosity, and a spirit that brought light to those around him. He was deeply devoted to his family, grounded in compassion, and carried a presence that could brighten any room. Floyd was a ...

Holloman-Ervin ~ With profound sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Floyd Alexander Holloman-Ervin, who entered eternal rest March 27, 2026, at the age of 63, in ...

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