Most importantly, the way Bob lived life showed that his beliefs were true by his actions and example, rather than just words. He was truly a great gift to all who had the privilege of knowing him. He is a great loss to our community! Ms Carol 'n Family, Mr Bob was a wonderful, kind man who never met a stranger. My life has been enriched thru knowing all of you, and I miss Betsy too. The world, and Jacksonville was a better place for him haven been in it.
Debra Harris. He was a true mentor, a friend and an inspiration. We were always learning and laughing when he was in the room.
This City he loved will never be the same without him. Know he is with the angels and friends watching over you and all of us. Heaven is more fun now that he has arrived, but our Earth will miss him more than words can express.
With love and deepest sympathies, Kimberly. I am very sorry to hear of this loss. To Mrs. Shircliff and their daughters , my heartfelt condolences. He was a very kind man to me for many years. Again, sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working for Mr. He made everyday an adventure. He made you feel special. I am a better person for having had the opportunity to learn from him.
He certainly enriched my life beyond measure and I treasure his friendship. My sincerest condolences to his family. Shircliff was a dear sweet loving man. He always had a way of putting a smile on one's face. Our conversations we shared over the years will be treasured. Of course it was a lot of Indiana talk as we both were from there.
Condolances to family and friends Much love Sandy Hostetler. Shircliff was a wonderful man. I enjoyed getting to know him while caring for him. I will sorely miss him. I know he is resting in Heavenly peace. My job interview at Jacksonville University included a one-on-one with Bob Shircliff. Before entering his office, his secretary asked me what soft drink I liked. She replied, "Be sure to say Pepsi! His reply, "Lee, you're going to do just fine. However, Bob Shircliff was in a class by himself.
Nobody did it better. His caring and compassion were also limitless. When I became very ill, he was always nearby to counsel, console, comfort and love. Bob Shircliff planted so much in the lives of so many. Arrangements by Hardage Giddens Funeral Home. Robert Thomas Shircliff. From their earliest days in Jacksonville, Bob and Carol were active in civic and charitable endeavors. Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless. Initially drawn to Jacksonville University by its excellent basketball program the only game in town for Hoosier transplants in the late s , Bob was a board member at JU for 23 years, serving as chairman and leading two successful capital campaigns.
To each leadership role, he brought his characteristic insight, effectiveness and diplomacy. A member of St. Augustine, Bob played a leadership role in founding both organizations. He co-chaired a capital campaign to build two new Catholic high schools in the diocese, and provided generous guidance and support for Guardian Catholic School, as well as its predecessor, Guardian of Dreams.
But he is perhaps best known for his championship and support of St. Bob served as chairman of St. Vincent's Health System and the St. He also chaired or co-chaired four capital campaigns for St.
As a result of his devotion to civic and charitable activities, Bob received numerous honors and awards, most recently, the Thompson S. And in , the City of Jacksonville recognized his extraordinary civic and philanthropic contributions by renaming a portion of Barrs Street in front of St.
Bob will be remembered by his family and a wide circle of friends as a true gentleman, a patriot, and a person of unshakeable integrity. His humor and kindness endeared him to everyone he met, and his curiosity and enthusiasm kept him young and made him a delightful companion.
A true representative of the Greatest Generation, and a Christian who strove each day to live his faith, he used his own success to benefit others as a friend, mentor, volunteer, and philanthropist whose many acts of generosity were not even fully known by those who loved him best.
He made the world a better place, and will be dearly missed. The family is thankful for the skilled and compassionate care provided by St.
Jose Garmandia, Dr. Asher Chenin-Kahn and Dr. Visitation and vigil will be held Sunday, January 12, at p.
A memorial Mass will be held at St. In lieu of flowers, Bob requested memorials to the St. Please leave words of comfort at www. I am grateful to remember Mr. Shircliff, and what he did for me. I was living overseas when I hurt my back. I had come home to visit but had no doctor. As I wasn't in the medical system at the time - a friend called and asked "Bob" if he might help somehow? Shircliff made arrangements for me to see an excellent neurologist at St.
I ended up with the best back surgeon a week later! He was able to save most the severed nerve and that is why I can still walk today! The Shircliff name holds honor in our home, as a man who never met me would want to help in that way!
He deserves that street named after him! Bob was one of the nicest gentlemen I was blessed to know. He was so incredibly helpful and encouraging to me personally. I always enjoyed breaking bread with Bob or just meeting with him. Bob's enthusiasm was contagious and he cared deeply not just about our City, but I can attest about the State of Florida as well.
One thing is for sure, Bob always made me smile when I was around him. So I will miss Bob dearly, but will always smile when I think of him.
I have known Bob and Carol for more than a quarter of a century, as caregiver and friend. Bob was the essence of a Christian.
Though born to fortunate circumstances, he spent much of his life helping others. Being fellow expats from the Midwest, we had many fun conversations over the years about Indiana University and another school in Indiana with a dome!
Once, I casually asked him about his success in business, and he modestly said "I made some good investments". He served two years in the U. Syd is a member of the board of directors with vast experience in real estate development. More importantly, Syd has a real heart for kids and is a gifted song writer and pianist.
He is also an Antique Dealer and Collector, a Chef, and, most of all, a lover of life. Rudy has worked closely with the Cummer Art Gallery and the American Diabetes Association on several key fund raising projects. Christine Kinchen. Christine coached volleyball 3 years and fastpitch softball 7 years. She loves working with youth and found that they teach her as much as she teaches.
Christine is an avid runner and is very involved in the local running community. Christine has a real heart for the arts and is passionate and committed to growing the arts in the Jacksonville community. Alden Howell. A Jacksonville native, Alden Howell is a real estate developer currently working as a residential developer on Amelia Island, Florida.
The University of Alabama graduate has worked as project manager for large residential land developments in North Carolina and Northeast Florida. Dan Croft. Dan is a seasoned industry professional who successfully develops strategic relationships with potential partners on behalf of Station Four.
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