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Obituaries 6/15/17


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Walter Leon “Walt” Schall
Walter Leon “Walt” Schall, 73, of Middleburg, Clay County, Florida, passed away on June 10, 2017 peacefully at his son’s home alongside loved ones.
Walt was born June 6, 1944 in Lake County, Ohio (Kirtland/Willoughby) and was raised the son of the late William Henry Sr. and Etta Lonas Schall in Guysville, Ohio. Walt was a 1962 graduate of Rome Canaan High School in Stewart, Ohio and was a Veteran of the United States Army. In the early 1970’s, Walt settled into Heath, Ohio where he chose to raise a family.
In the early 1990’s transferring with his long-time work in the railroad industry, Walt, along with his son, “Ronnie” and his son’s childhood friend, “Steven,” left Ohio and headed South. In 2004, Walt retired from CSX Transportation in Jacksonville. Walt was a proud Clay County registered voter and member of the local American Legion Post 250, Middleburg, Florida.
He enjoyed mowing the perfect lawn, vegetable gardening - very proud to share the harvest with many, preparing home-cooked meals while listening to some of his country favorites, like George, Merle, and Willie and he really appreciated his sweets! He loved his grand dogs- “Dolly,” “Hannah,” and “Chesney,” watching THE Ohio State Buckeyes football games and Chrysler/Dodge (Mopar) muscle cars old and new. He looked forward to his weekly calls from his daughter Kellie with who he truly treasured.
Walt was very proud and enjoyed celebrating his granddaughter “Tasha” and her accomplishments. He was where he wanted to be - he loved sharing a HOME with his son, Ron and LeeAnn where he enjoyed the wildlife and all that their property had to offer. Walt was a beloved Father, Grandfather (“Papaw”), Brother, Uncle, and Friend.
Walt is survived by his two children, a daughter, Kellie Schall of Licking County, Ohio, a son, Ron Schall (LeeAnn) of Clay County, Florida; a grandchild, Latasha Nickelson (Dakota N.) of Osceola County, Florida; two God-grandchildren, Ally and Johnny Avayou of Lexington, South Carolina; two sisters, Karen Ackley (Carl) of Lancaster, Ohio, Mary “Mary Lou” Hartley (dc., Keith), of Circleville, Ohio; two brothers, William “Willie” Schall (Sharon) of Guysville, Ohio, and Roger Schall (Gladys) of Athens, Ohio; the mother of his children, Patricia “Pat” Phillips (Roger), of Heath, Ohio; and, many loved nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Walt was preceded in death by a sister, Judith “Judy” Schall and a brother, Charles “Chuck” Schall of Ohio.
A family gathering and final resting place are planned for a later date in Ohio. A future plant & vegetable memory garden is planned for his home in Florida, at this time, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that a memorial be made in his name to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. Family and friends may share their condolences at www.RHRFH.com or send a private message of sympathy for the family at papawwalt@msn.com .

Edward David Frost
Edward David Frost, 81 passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 7, 2017 after a series of long illnesses. Mr. Frost was born in Berlin, New Hampshire and has been a resident of Orange Park for 38 years and a dedicated Jaguars fan since day 1.
He will be deeply missed by his daughter, Stacey Frost; 3 sons, Steve Smith, Joseph Smith and David Frost; favorite daughter-in-law, Trish Frost; 4 granddaughters; 4 grandsons; numerous great grandchildren; sister-in-law and friend, Vicki Briggs; long-time neighbors and friends, Max and Ruth Bryant; and many other loving relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother, Barry Stauffer; parents, Rufus and Hazel Stauffer; son, John Smith; wife, Peggy Frost; and daughter, Kimberly Long.
Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Friday June 16, 2017 at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, 111 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park. Please sign the online guestbook at www.jacksonvillememorygardens.com

Donald A. Fullerton
Donald A. Fullerton, 93, passed away on June 12, 2017. He was born in Atkinson, Neb. on February 5, 1924 and moved to Penney Farms, Fla. with his parents and five siblings in 1926.
He attended Penney Farms and Clay High schools, graduating in 1941. He served in the Navy during WWII as an aviation radioman mainly in the Pacific Theater.
He married Mary Amos of Monticello, Ga. in 1946 and together they owned and operated Fullerton’s TV and Appliances in Green Cove Springs. He served on the Green Cove Springs City Council from 1981 to 1993, twice as Mayor.
He was a member of the Green Cove Springs Elks Lodge 1892, VFW Post 1988 and the First United Methodist Church of Green Cove Springs where he was a dedicated choir member. He was predeceased by his wife Mary and infant son Jimmy.
He is survived by his children Terry of Green Cove Springs, Fla., Donald (Lynn) of St. Augustine, Fla., Linda (Michael) Swift of Maryville, Tenn. and Brenda King of Green Cove Springs, Fla.; 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Friday, June 16, 2017 in the Broadus-Raines Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church of Green Cove Springs with Rev. David Jackson officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in his name to the First United Methodist Church of Green Cove Springs, 500 Walnut St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. (904) 284-4000.

Virginia “Bruce” Davis McAnnally
Virginia “Bruce” Davis McAnnally, 79, of Green Cove Springs, FL passed away on June 8, 2017. She was born on May 12, 1938 in Jacksonville, FL to the late George Frank and Marmaduke (Goucher) Davis.
Bruce was a lifelong resident of Clay County and a member of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. She was a lifelong avid horseback rider and a school teacher before her retirement.
Bruce is preceded in death by her husband, The Honorable L. Thomas McAnnally and her sister, Natalin Platt.
She is survived by her nephews, Dr. George E. Platt, Bruce D. Platt (Ruth), Lynn B. Platt and her three great nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church with Father Bill Hesse officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary’s Episcopal Church.

Lawrence R. Mapps, Sr.
Lawrence R. Mapps, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2017. Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 264-1233.

Lloyd Wellington Davis
Lloyd Wellington Davis, 95, of Orange Park, Fla., passed away June 9, 2017. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000

Johnny McRae
Johnny McRae, 75, of Green Cove Springs, Fla., passed away June 7, 2017. Please sign the family’s guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000

Charlie Lamar Tomlinson
Charlie Lamar Tomlinson, 62, of Middleburg, Fla. passed away June 9, 2017. Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, (904) 284-4000.

James “Jimmy” M. Harris
James “Jimmy” M. Harris passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 264-1233.

Odd John Hareide
Odd John Hareide, 64 formerly of Tampa, FL passed away June 11, 2017. Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge RoadGreen Cove Springs, FL 32043904-284-7720 www.RHRFH.com

Catherine Carter Sellers
Catherine Carter Sellers, 83, of Clay Hill, FL, passed away June 8, 2017. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000

Susie Mae McRae
Susie Mae McRae passed away on Friday, June 9, 2017. Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 264-1233.

Howard Wright
Howard Wright, 85, of Keystone Heights, FL, passed away June 9, 2017. Please sign the family’s guestbook at www.broadusraines.com. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000

Barbara Mitchell
Barbara Mitchell, 80, of Fleming Island, FL, passed away June 8, 2017. Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000

Joseph C. Hickman
Joseph C. Hickman passed away on Friday, June 2, 2017. Aaron and Burney Bivens Funeral Home, 529 Kingsley Avenue Orange Park, Florida 32073, (904) 264-1233.