Quinn Shalz Funeral Home and Cremation Centre
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Funeral provider · Jacksonville Beach, FL
Quinn Shalz is an independent family-owned funeral home established in 1999 in Jacksonville Beach, Florida by Michael Shalz and General John Quinn. The firm offers traditional funeral services, cremation services, personalization options, and veterans services, with current ownership under Darlene Smith as of September 2024.
Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home was founded in 1999 by Michael K. Shalz, a second-generation funeral director with a bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science, and his father-in-law General John "Jack" Quinn, a West Point graduate and retired Army officer with 34 years of military service. The firm was built on a foundation of compassion, professionalism, and community spirit. Following Mike and Jack's deaths in 2006, Mary Quinn-Shalz assumed ownership with Darlene Smith as managing director. In September 2024, Darlene Smith purchased the funeral home and became its owner, continuing the legacy of personalized services and community support established by the founders.
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Darlene Smith
Owner
Became managing director after Mike Shalz's passing in 2006 and purchased the funeral home in September 2024 to continue its legacy.
Michael K. Shalz
Co-founder (Deceased 2006)
Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science, University of Central Oklahoma
Second-generation funeral director and one of only two funeral directors in Northeast Florida to hold a bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science. Served as Managing Director of Muehlebach Funeral Home in Kansas City and as vice president at Service Corporation International. Active in community service including Hospice, Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra, Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, and Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church.
General John 'Jack' Quinn
Co-founder (Deceased 2006)
West Point graduate, 1952
Retired Army officer with 34 years of military service, including three combat tours in Vietnam. After military retirement, worked in education and banking while remaining active in community service through the St. Vincent de Paul Society and Knights of Columbus.
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Jacksonville Beach, FL
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