Name: Viewing for Dora Lantigua Garcia Baz Ockerman
Start: 2016-10-20T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-10-21T00:00:00.000Z
Location: CLOSED-Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home - Jacksonville

OCKERMAN Dora Lantigua Garcia Baz Ockerman passed away on October 9th, 2016 at the Naval Hospital Jacksonville aka NAS JAX Hospital. She was born on May 6th, 1939 in Havana, Cuba. She was predeceased by her husband Marlin R. Ockerman and her parents Miguel and Dalmira Lantigua, as well as her sisters Dolores Lantigua and Miguelina Cabrera. She is survived by her sisters Maria Suarez and Romelia Rodriguez as well as her son Jose Miguel Baz Ockerman, his wife Adriana P. Murillo and their daughter Camille Avani Ockerman. She attended Dominica Francesca in Havana and graduated from Upperman High School Baxter, Tennessee. She retired from St. Vincent's Medical Center Riverside, Jacksonville, Florida. She was a wonderful wife, mother, step mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend. She never met a stranger she couldn't call a friend afterward. Her kindness and willingness to help others made her an angel to many. She always found peace and happiness working in her garden. We were truly blessed to have her brighten our days when she shared a story, song, smile or even a candy. She was a passionate Catholic who attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church regularly. Viewing will be at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 729 Edgewood Ave S., from 6-8pm on 10-20-16 and Services will be Friday 10-21-16 at 11am at St. Matthews Catholic Church, 1773 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32210. Graveside service will follow at 2pm at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville FL 32218.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Oct. 16, 2016.

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James Vick

October 20, 2016

As a neighbor for over 30 years she was a joy. Her heart and love for others knew no bounds. She will be missed by all. Earth's loss is Heaven's gain! Jim & Angel Vick

Rhoda Hall

October 19, 2016

I live cross the street from Dora for 14 years, she was the first one to welcome me to the neighborhood with a plant, we became friends very quickly,and check on each other often throughout the years, we shared so many laughs together and I never seen her in a bad mood.she was extremely proud of her son Jose and bragged about him often.I'm going to miss her so much, especially some of the food she would bring me , and sitting on.her porch talking..
it's so hard to believe that she's gone, I'll miss her smile,Her laugh.her funny stories advice and always saying"that's the way the cookie crumbles"
The neighborhood won't ever be the same without her

Mary Jane Pardue

October 19, 2016

Dora was a friend and remembered with fondness.
Mary Jane Pardue, Baxter, Tennessee

Teresa Dysinger

October 19, 2016

Jose and family,
I'm very saddened by this news.
I loved aunt Dora and I will miss her.
I remember when she and uncle Marlin came to Michigan for a visit when my dad was sick, she was talking on the phone to one of her sisters speaking in Spanish, my girls thought that was so cool. My daughter was talking to her friend telling him her aunt was talking in Spanish so she took her phone and started talking to my daughters friend, and we all just started laughing.
She was such a funny lady, I wish we could have visited more.
I'll be thinking of you all and praying for strength to get you through this difficult time.

Love your Michigan cousin
Teresa Ockerman - Dysinger

Sue Denny Richardson

October 18, 2016

To the family of Sweet Dora, our friend and classmate at Baxter Seminary/Upperman High,Baxter,TN.Our class sends our love to all of you. Dora was so loved by our class. She will never be forgotten by the Class of 1960.

Staff Christmas Party

October 18, 2016

Staff Party at the office

October 18, 2016

Stephen Fields

October 17, 2016

Dora and I became fast friends and kindred spirits this year at the NAS Fitness Source where we both worked out three times a week. Always a sweet and warm person, Dora will be sorely missed. But, I know that she is in a better place. May God richly bless her family and friends as they face the days ahead.

Dianne Towery

October 17, 2016

Jose, I have known your Mom for 15years, and I miss her.She was a good friend.She is at peace and with her husband.God bless you and your family. Dianne Towery

October 17, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss! Everyone at the NAS JAX Fitness Center loved Dora.

maria solomon

October 17, 2016

It was quite a shock when my cousin, Jose, told me his mom had passed. We had just talked on the phone as we did often.
Not only was she my favorite aunt but a dear friend to myself, my husband, Ray and our children, Vanessa and Neil. She was always willing to lend an ear.
Her stories about the Cuban revolution were epic. We looked to her as our family historian. I will miss her dearly.

Fran Browning

October 16, 2016

Jose and family, my heart aches at the passing of your sweet mum...she was a pleasure to work with and was so kind to all..especially the patients in our clinic. She had the most gorgeous hands.....her nails...she could have been a model....may God comfort you as only He an at this time....Fran Browning

Claudio & Toni Sanchez

October 16, 2016

Dear Jose, There is such a sorrow and sadness in the loss of a loved one. We lost our beloved son in law, Tom. It was heartbreaking. Jose, it is okay to mourn your mom's loss your way. Remember that mom's pass on their strength to their children. She is and will always be with you. Feel her energy. Honor the happy times and continue her legacy. You were a fabulous son, are a great family man, coworker and friend, and her light will be shining down on you always and guiding your path. If you need a break, come to the West Coast of Florida and visit us. Written with love and our deepest sympathy, Claudio and Toni Sanchez

Toni Crockett

October 16, 2016

There is no better friend on this earth. She stood alone.

Tina Barrington

October 16, 2016

My condolences to the family of Mrs. Dora. I knew Mrs. Dora from the gym on base. She was such a sweet lady and will be missed very much. I could come in to work out and be in the worst mood and she would make me laugh with her funny jokes. She always had a positive outlook on everything. It was a great pleasure to know her.
Sincerely
Tina B.

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Rebecca Acosta-Go

October 16, 2016

I just saw you mother the week before she passed. I am devastated by the news. I love you all and I express my sincerest condolences and prayers. <3

October 16, 2016

Jose, I am so sorry to hear off the lost of your mother. I feel your pain as you know I have lost three very special family members, their are no words that I can say to you to make your pain feel better only time can do that. May God give you the strength to keep going on and know she is in a better place. May God bless you and your family. Your friend always Lillian