Jewel H. Diaz

Jewel Hunnicutt Diaz, age 102, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, November 2. At the time of her passing, she was a resident of All Saints Nursing Home in Jacksonville. Jewel was born July 16, 1913, in Albany, GA to Adolphus and Willie Crews Hunnicutt. She was a full time homemaker, known for the many delicious meals and desserts she prepared, most notably, her chocolate and lemon meringue pies. She was a long-standing member of Woodstock Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, George L. (Roy) Diaz; a sister, Ruby Head and three brothers: Frederick, John and Joseph Hunnicutt. She is survived by three daughters: Patricia Fleming (Tommy) of Jacksonville, Carolyn Rogers (Bob) of Ocala and Peggy Knowles (Terry) of Orange Park; seven grandchildren: Sandy Bellville (Dean), Paula Poplin (Gary), Rodney Rogers (Carol), Julie Fendley (Tom), Judge Steven Rogers (Rebecca), Susan Martin (Jeff), and Greg Knowles (Brittney); sixteen great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Arrangements under the care of Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home. A private service with immediate family members was held on November 4, followed by interment in Riverside Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Woodstock Baptist Church, 9120 Crystal Springs Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32221.