Jeffrey Guy Salter

On Sunday morning, November 27th, Jeffrey Guy Salter passed away. He was fifty-seven years old. Jeff was born to Homer Salter, Jr., and Gwen Lancaster Miller. He led a life full of compassion, joy, and humor. He honorably served his country in the US Navy for eleven years. After his military service, Jeff worked for Johnson & Johnson for 23 years, retiring in 2022. During his dedicated years of service, he made incredible friends and always managed to put a smile on the faces of those around him. After receiving an initial cancer diagnosis with a prognosis of six-months to live, Jeff defied all odds by battling cancer for an additional seven-years.

Jeff was best known for his quick-witted humor, fierce determination, and generous spirit. His outgoing and vibrant personality was on display for friends, family, and strangers alike. He was an ultimate competitor who loved to fish, play games, and entertain.

He is survived by stepfather Donald Miller, Sr., son Jared Salter (Elizabeth), granddaughter Alice Salter, brothers Homer Salter III, Donald Miller, Jr. (Amanda), sisters Shari Freitas (Tony) and Angela Edenfield (Mike) and his beloved nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Hardage-Giddens, Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A funeral service will follow the visitation on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. A graveside service will occur Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218.

In lieu of giving flowers, the family asks that those who are able, instead donate to the American Cancer Society in his honor.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Salter family.