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Obituaries 2/17/22


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Theodore “Ted” F. Zentner
Theodore “Ted” F. Zentner, 76, went home to be with our Lord in his West Virginia home on February 1, 2022.
Born in Miami, Florida, on December 8, 1945, he was the son of the late Theodore F. and Louise J. (Campbell) Zentner.  He was preceded in death by his brother, George Hoffman.
Ted was a prominent attorney in many fields.  He was a graduate of the University of Florida and Stetson Law School.  He was a practicing attorney for 51 years.  He believed that everyone deserved exceptional representation and worked endlessly to achieve the best possible outcome.
He is survived by his wife, Leona (Schooley) Zentner, daughters, Lacy Hurst, (Randy), Tina Staniszewski, (Frank), Lisa Batten, (Jeremy) and son, James Freet, 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  Also surviving are his sister, Jessica Sartin, (John), sister-in-law, Charlotte Goshorn and brother-in-law, Mark Foust.
Ted was a dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend.  He will be dearly missed by all who loved him.
His funeral Mass was celebrated Sat., Feb. 12, 2022, at 12 Noon in Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church (St Mary’s), 21169 Cross Road, Doylesburg, PA  17219, with a one hour viewing at church prior to Mass.  Interment Reformed Church Cemetery, Fannettsburg.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to Humane Society Pocahontas, 410 2nd Ave., Marlinton, WV  24954.   www.agettlakjer.com

Randal W. Mobley
Randal W. Mobley of Middleburg, FL passed away Thursday, February 10th, 2022. Randal was born in Duval County Florida on January 27th, 1954 to parents, W. Dean Mobley and Nina Herron Mobley. He is survived by his son, Tim Mobley, brother, Ronald D. Mobley (Gloriane) and nephew Justin Mobley. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Haven Hospice of Orange Park Florida.

Roger Wayne Padgett
Roger Wayne Padgett, 70 of Middleburg, FL passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022. He was born in Orange Park, Florida to parents Charlie Padgett and Mildred Roberts Padgett. Roger lived in Clay County his entire life, where he married the love of his life and they raised their two children. He was known to many including his family as a gentle soul. His family was his life and he loved them all dearly. At home he could be found relaxing, occasionally throwing in a fishing line or doing a crossword puzzle. Roger had several jobs over the years including Associate Pastor in the 1980’s but his most recent job was true to his nature and that was working with children as a bus driver. He was especially fond of his time work on the ESE bus and enjoyed the children as well as working with the assistant who he shared his route with.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Padgett and Mildred Roberts Padgett; He is survived by the love of his life and his wife of 48 years, Gwendalyn “Patty” Bannister Padgett; son, Roger Wayne Padgett Jr.; daughter, Stacey Renee Padgett Riddell (Justin); brother, Travis Padgett (Jan); sisters, Velva Padgett Chapman (Dennis) and Tina Padgett Jolley; and 4 grandchildren, Josiah Riddell, Sariah Riddell, David Riddell and River Riddell.
Graveside Services were held at 3 PM Friday, February 11, 2022 at Padgett Cemetery, Off Hattie Nolan Road in Middleburg, FL. Visitation with the family was from 5-7:00 PM Thursday February 10, 2022 in the Chapel of Russell Haven of Rest Funeral Home
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 904-284-7720.

James Edward Schneider
Mr. James Edward Schneider, CDR, U.S. Navy (Ret) passed away February 9, 2022 in Orange Park, FL.  Jim was born July 28, 1930 in Buffalo, NY to parents Edward W. Schneider and Hilda Adolf Schneider.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Nancy Kolyer.  He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Jean Lucille Schneider; Jim is also survived by his sister Sally Biscaro, nieces Nancy(Larry), Paulette, Karen(Glenn), Claudia(Late Bruce), Rebecca, Pam(Patrick), Suzanne(Bob), Jane (Karl), Hilda (Late Owen), Heidi(Dominick), Nephews; Greg Mohart (Linda), Douglas Mohart (Susan) David Portine, Austin Mohart & Brady Mohart; Nieces Laurie Portine (Rick), Alison Fruh (Shawn), and Emily Muino (Ernesto). as well as many great nieces and nephews including his great nephew, Scott Geeser, who spent countless hours over the years being inspired by Jim’s wisdom and in return attending to all of his needs in his final days. 
Jim met his future wife Jean in college while pursuing a degree in education.  Following a period as a teacher he joined the USN in 1953.  He entered Officer Candidate School training as a meteorologist and he also received his Naval Aviator Wings, and completed 163 landings on aircraft carriers during his Naval career.  He married Jean Eastwood in December of 1956. Jean set her teaching career aside to set off on a Naval career with Jim that would take them to service in the U.S. as well as Spain and North Africa.  He retired in 1975 with a rank of Commander, earning numerous defense and service medals along the way.
After retirement Jim and Jean settled in Orange Park, FL.  Jim became involved with his partners in various business and investment endeavors.  Jim and Jean’s passion was world travel.  It was not uncommon for them to pack a small bag, hop on an available Naval flight and head to Europe, Western Russia, Southeast Asia, Scandinavia and beyond, always seeking the roads less traveled in each country.  Jim was an accomplished, meticulous woodworker and carpenter, completing many projects for his home and for others. In later years he thoroughly enjoyed telling of their travels during family gatherings and holidays stating the specific days and times of each occurrence. 
Funeral services in celebration of his life were held at 11:30 AM on Wednesday February 17, 2022, at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd., Jacksonville, FL with Deacon Larry Hart of St. Catherine Catholic Church officiating.  Full military honors will be conferred by the U.S. Navy.  Family members and friends gathered on Wednesday evening February 16, 2022 at Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, FL from 5-7 PM.  Please sign the online guestbook at www.jacksonvillememorygardens.com

Ronald A. Stocklose
Ronald A. Stocklose, 82, of Orange Park FL passed away February 14, 2022.
Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000 www.broadusraines.com

Rita Gionet Ennis
Rita Gionet Ennis, age 99, passed away February 10, 2022. Born Rita Gionet July 9, 1922 in Leominster, Massachusetts to Joseph and Theadora Gionet. After graduating from Saint Catherine’s Academy class of 1942, she served her country at the Newport, Rhode Island torpedo factory during WWII developing and testing new torpedoes. She became a licensed hairdresser before marrying Senior Chief Henry L. Ennis Sr. and becoming a homemaker and mother. After several movies as a Navy family, she first located to Green Cove Springs in 1952. Many other military moves would occur during her husband’s 28 year career with the Navy, but each one would include a stop in Green Cove Springs. Even a tour in Naples Italy was sandwiched by tours of duty at the Naval Station in Green Cove Springs. She loved to travel and visited several countries while living in Italy, but Green Cove Springs was her home. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church since first arriving in Clay County in 1952. She loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry L. Ennis, Sr., her brother Euclid D. (Ed) Gionet, Brother in law, Ed Murray and Daughter in law, Marsha Jones Robinson Ennis. She is survived by her brother Joseph M. Gionet (Fran), sister Clair Murray, two sons, Henry L. Ennis, Jr., Daniel J. Ennis (Martha), 7 grandchildren Velinda Roe (Michael), Shelly Lee (Mike), Daniel Knight, Julie Buckhalter, Shannie Ennis, Shawn Ennis (Jessica) David Knight and great grandchildren, Chelsey Roe, Ricky Buckhalter, Annika Ennis, Brooke Lee, Vance Ennis, Brynne Lee, and Jameson Ennis.
Viewing will be held at Helm – Gallagher Funeral Home, 1811 Idlewild Ave, Green Cove Springs, Florida Friday February 18, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Services at Sacred Heart Catholic Mission Church 207 Palmetto Ave, Green Cove Springs, FL Saturday February 19, 2022 at 1:00 PM. Burial to follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Arrangements under the care of Helm-Gallagher Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1811 Idlewild Avenue, SR 16, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043. 904-284-9696. www.helmgallagherfh.com

Diana Kay Gibbs
Diana Kay Gibbs, age 68, of Berkeley Springs, WV, died on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at her home while under the care of Hospice of the Panhandle.
Born April 1, 1953 in Cherokee, OK, she was the daughter of the late John Clarke Duncan and Opal Mae Varnell Dooty of Medford, OK.
She was a Christian. Kay had worked as a waitress and enjoyed the beach, baking, music and liked all animals. Kay always brightened a room with her presence. She loved to spend time with and take care of her family. She leaves her beloved dog “Duke.”
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Roger Lee Gibbs of Berkeley Springs, her children, Jenny Lee Roberts of Berkeley Springs and Christopher Lee Gibbs of Fleming Island, FL, five sisters, Linda Chapman and Cherry Fowler, both of Sedgwick, KS, Terri Owings of Haysville, KS, Shelia Waide of Wichita, KS and Janet Fuller of Kansas, one brother, Phillip Owens of Goddard, KS, four grandchildren, Jase Logan Beihl of Berkeley Springs, Chyanne Gibbs, Christian Gibbs and Anna Johnson, all of Fleming Island, FL, her sister-in-law, Karen Duncan of Wichita, KS, and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy Duncan.
Services and interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Morgan County, P.O. Box 705, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411, Hospice of the Panhandle, 330 Hospice Lane, Kearneysville, WV 25430 or to Senior Life Services of Morgan County, %Activities Fund, 106 Sand Mine Road, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.helsleyjohnsonfh.com.
Arrangements are being handled by Helsley-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 95 Union Street, Berkeley Springs, WV.