Carlisle
John King Carlisle, 77, passed away July 2, 2020, after an extended illness. He was born in Birmingham, AL on February 17, 1943 to Johnnie K. Horton and Edgar F. Carlisle.
John moved to Jacksonville after serving in the US Army Reserves. He went to work for Sears and retired from there after 43 years. John was a loyal, hardworking employee who made many life-long friends who considered themselves a Sears family.
John was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, avid hunter and fisherman. He was a die-hard Alabama football fan. He never met a stranger and would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need.
John is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his beloved wife, Grace Shediac Carlisle, of almost 50 years; his daughter Kimberly Shore; son John Carlisle (Amy); grandchildren Caroline, Christian, Catherine, Violet , and Scarlett; brother Fred Carlisle; sister Cynthia Starkey (Dane); sisters-in-law Becky Romig and Susan Ryan (Mike); nephews, nieces, and many wonderful friends.
John's greatest joy was his family. He loved all of them, and he will be forever in their hearts.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 9 at 11 a.m. at Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Legacy Lodge, 4801 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Reverend Bill Hoff will be officiating. A private burial with family will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's memory to a charity of choice.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Chapel, 904-737-7171. Please sign the guestbook at www.hardagegiddensoaklawnchapel.com.
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Published by Florida Times-Union from Jul. 4 to Jul. 7, 2020.

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July 10, 2020

John was my manager when I first went to work at Sears, Regency. He was a funny guy who liked to make people smile. He believed in me and even supported my decision when I moved on from that job. One fond memory I have is the way his face would light up when I went in the store with my son when he was little. He loved giving him lollipops and sometimes would just load his pockets with candy and look at me with that smile. John was a good man. My prayers and condolences go out to his family. He will always be remembered.

Pam Schloesser Canepa

A. B. Adams Family

July 8, 2020

Sorry to here about the passing of John, he was a friend and an outdoors-man. We cherish the memories made over the years. May God Bless and comfort your family in this time of sorrow.

Cherie Hodges

July 7, 2020

I met and worked with John at Sears. I learned so much from him about the business and loved talking with him about hunting. He was a great man and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family

Mike Ryan

July 7, 2020

John has been my brother-in-law for 45yrs. Not once did we ever have an argument or misunderstanding. John and Grace have felt more like my brother and sister by always being there for Susie and me. God please take him in your arms and in your heart.

Bobby Adams

July 7, 2020

John was a man of great character. Over the span of decades, we made many memories hunting, fishing, camping, and cooking together. Even though many years have passed since I last saw him, I will always cherish the time we spent together. I pray that God will grant peace and comfort to you and your family in this time of sorrow.

James Macik

July 7, 2020

Sorry to hear about the passing of my friend John.
He was also family, the Sears Family!
I will always remember him chasing me down the street before Grace and John married. Dont know what I did, but he caught me and never let me forget about it either.
Rest In Peace John.
Prayers for Grace and the Family.

Susie Hicks

July 7, 2020

Condolences to family of such a special caring man. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. Rest In Peace John.

Theresa Gazaleh

July 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Catherine Blaney

July 7, 2020

John was a kind man. I have many memories of our families getting together. He always smiled and made everyone feel welcome. Those were such fun times our families shared. I know he will be missed by all that knew him. May God bless your family during this time. Love you all...Catherine Blaney

Jane Hudson Chichetti

July 7, 2020

I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Grace!
Although, I never met your husband, I have been able to observe what a close , loving family that you have. Facebook!
Take care, dear friend and know that I am praying that God will bring you comfort and peace.
Jane Hudson Chichetti

Terri Jones

July 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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