Obituaries
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Gilder, John

Jan 28, 2024

GILDER, John

Mr. John Frank Gilder, 86, of Fernandina Beach, FL, passed away November 6, 2023 at his home. A native and former resident of Atlanta, he had lived in Fernandina Beach for a number of years.

Mr. Gilder will be laid to rest at Georgia National Cemetery, with military honors on Monday, February 5, 2024 at 1:30 PM.

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