Obituaries 9/22/16

Robert (Bob) Welzant

Robert (Bob) Welzant, 80, left this life peacefully and surrounded by his family on September 19, 2016.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland on May 9, 1936 to Roman and Genevieve Welzant, Bob was the oldest of three children.

When he was 15 years-old, he secretly enlisted in the military and was almost immediately sent to Korea where he was shot in the line of duty.  Upon learning of his true age, the military hastily shipped him back to his shocked and worried parents.  He later reenlisted to fight in Vietnam and served for 22 more years before retiring. He then started a career with the State of Florida that lasted for the next 20 years.

On July 20, 1957 Joan Coleman pledged her love and heart to the navy sailor and thus began their lives together.  Bob said, “Seeing her on our wedding day, I just couldn’t believe she was mine.”  Military life kept them on the move but eventually they settled and made Green Cove Springs, Florida home in 1965.  They raised four children which gave them many grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

He is survived by his wife, Joan Welzant, his children Michael Welzant, Mary (Greg) Bauer, Robin (Randy) Pulliam and Linda Welzant; brother Martin (Ginger) Welzant and was preceded in death by sister Nancy Welzant Gavin and parents Roman and Genevieve.  Bob also leaves behind many beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Bob belonged to the VFW Post 1988 and was very active for many years.  He was best known for; silly jokes (only sometimes funny), telling a good story (only sometimes true), wearing his veteran hat everywhere, being obsessed with lottery scratch offs, Swedish fish, old westerns (especially those which included John Wayne), playing Santa at Christmas (the grumpy kind), dancing whenever possible (he was really good), Sunday breakfast with his children, holding Joanie’s hand, and most of all loving his family and flag and all they stand for.  He was very cherished and will be greatly missed.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at Broadus Raines Funeral Home on Friday, September 23^rd from 6-8pm.  A service will be held the following day at 10am at the old Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Green Cove Springs.  Immediately following the service, the family request friends join them for food and fellowship at Hickory Grove Baptist Church.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Clay County Humane Society, 2230 Filmore Street, Orange Park, FL 32065.

Carlton Brady Sumner, Sr.

Carlton Brady Sumner, Sr., 86, of Fleming Island, Green Cove Springs, Florida died September 17, 2016.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Juanita Sumner; four sons, Carlton B. Sumner, Jr. (Rebecca) of Manassas, Virginia, James D. Sumner (Debra) of Charlotte, North Carolina, Thomas Mills Sumner of Jacksonville, Florida and William E. Sumner (Heidi) of Washington DC; daughter, Jessica Jearrett Sumner of St. Lois, Missouri; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

At his request and per his wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services or memorials of any kind. Please sign the family’s online guest book at www.broadusraines.com.  Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.

Earnestine “Tina” Jones

Earnestine “Tina” Jones passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 13,  2016 surrounded by her loving family and friends.

She was born May 18, 1945 to the late Barney and Lula Bell Jenkins of Middleburg Florida. She leaves to mourn two children; Andrea Denise Jones and Neal Jones Jr.

Tina loved helping others, baking, cooking and taking pictures. She was well known in the community for her generous heart and warm smile.

Arrangements are being made through Leo C. Chase and Son Funeral Home, 262 West King St. St. Augustine Fl. 32095. Viewing will be held at St. Mark Baptist Church, 2703 Forman Circle, Middleburg, Fl. on Sept 23, 2016 from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church of Middleburg, 2645 Blanding Blvd. Middleburg, Fl. on September 24, 2016 at 12:00 pm.

Lorraine “Nadine” Jeffers

Lorraine “Nadine” Jeffers, born unto Nannette Gayle Haycox on Saturday September 16,1961.  Nadine’s life on earth expired  Tuesday September 6, 2016.

Nadine is survived by: Stepfather Lloyd “Bill” Haycox, Sister Natalie Gayle Bickford (Mark), Brother John Carlisle Johnson (Sharon), Sister Wanda “Gail ” Moore (Allan).

Nadine had 7 nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly and treasured being a part of their lives as they grew up as she never had children. Scott Giddens (Cathy), Jeremy Johnson (Kristi) Jessy Scrogins (Andy), Mark Bickford Jr. (deceased), Chelsea Shell (Nathan), Evan Williams (Elisa), and Dylan Williams. Our family has grown to include Great Nieces and Nephews, Karli, Andrew, Matthew, Lily, Emma, Jonah, Summer, Cydnee and Skylar who all loved Aunt Dede very much.

We will remember her humorous quick wit, and as having the biggest heart. You are loved very much and will be greatly missed by your family.   

Emma J. Monroe

Emma J. Monroe passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073, (904) 264-1233.

Roy Earl Haynes

Roy Earl Haynes, 73 of Middleburg, FL passed away September 13, 2016. Russell Haven of Rest  Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road Green Cove Springs, FL  32043. 904-284-7720. www.RHRFH.com

Maxine F. Ferrell

Maxine F. Ferrell, 90, of Orange Park, FL passed away September 19, 2016. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (904) 284-4000

Margaret Corcoran

Margaret Corcoran passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2016. Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073, (904) 264-1233.

George L. Terry

George L. Terry, 62 of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away September 14, 2016. Russell Haven of Rest  Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road Green Cove Springs, FL  32043. 904-284-7720 www.RHRFH.com

Kelly Dawn Cummings

Kelly Dawn Cummings, 43, of Orange Park, FL passed away SepKelly Dawn Cummings, 43, of Orange Park, FL passed away September 19, 2016. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.

Luis Mesa

Luis Mesa, 69 of Macclenney, FL passed away September 19, 2016. Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road Green Cove Springs, FL  32043.

904-284-7720 www.RHRFH.com

Lon Edgar Brugh

Lon Edgar Brugh passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016.  Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073, (904) 264-1233.