OBITUARY
Lacy Mahon
June 2, 1924 – February 8, 2013
William Lacy Mahon, Jr. born June 2, 1924, in Jacksonville, Florida, died on Friday, February 8th. Mr. Mahon was the son of William Lacy Mahon, Sr., a long time practicing attorney and Judge in Jacksonville, and Lucille Brinkley Mahon. He was the grandson of William Lacy Challenor Mahon, who, in 1905, founded Main Street Baptist church in Jacksonville. He attended Mattie B. Rutherford grammar school, Kirby Smith Junior High School and Andrew Jackson High School. Mr. Mahon served in World War II as a bombardier navigator. Following his release from the Army, he attended the University of Florida where he was a member and President of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. He was also a member of Phi Delta Phi honorary legal fraternity, Florida Blue Key and the University of Florida Hall of Fame. Upon his graduation from the University of Florida, College of Law in 1949, he joined his father’s law firm in Jacksonville, where he continued practicing until his retirement in 2007. Mr. Mahon practiced with his brother, Harry Mahon and later with his son, Mark H. Mahon and Russell Healey. During his years as an attorney, Mr. Mahon also served as a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 1953 to 1955. He was elected to the office of County Solicitor (prosecuting attorney) for Duval County (1956 – 1960). President Lyndon Johnson appointed Mr. Mahon as a special ambassador to Barbados in 1966. In addition, Mr. Mahon was appointed by Governor Lawton Chiles as Chairman of the Public Employees Relations Commission (1996 – 1999). Mr. Mahon is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Nancy Nix Mahon; his daughter, Nancy Mattimore (Michael) of Tallahassee, grandchildren, Leila and Grace; his son, the Honorable Mark Mahon (Mary), and grandchildren, Harrison, Davis, Lacy, and Emma. Mr. Mahon was predeceased by his son, William Lacy Chip Mahon, his three brothers and a sister and his is survived by a number of nieces and nephews. A private family burial has taken place. A Celebration of His Life will take place on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 10:00 am at Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church, 4001 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207. Dr. Kyle Reese will officiate. Memorials in his name may be directed to Community Hospice of NE FL or the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 4115 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hardage-giddenshendricksave.com.
Services
- A Celebration of His Life Saturday, February 23, 2013
REMEMBERING
Lacy Mahon
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RECEIVE UPDATESSteven Burke
September 18, 2013
Dear Mahon Family,
I am very sorry to hear about Lacy. He was a great man. His son Chip always spoke so highly of him and I always felt honored to know him through Chip. God bless you all.
Jackie Mims
February 21, 2013
May the Lord lift the family in this trying time. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through. May God bless you and your family.
February 21, 2013
May the family find comfort in the memories. Keeping in mind the Scriptural hope of everlasting life can help to sustain us during difficult times (John 17:3)
Marcha Beane
February 19, 2013
Mike, Nancy and family: My thoughts are with you during this time. Praying for precious memories and a calming peace that passes all understanding.
Tara Arrigo
February 19, 2013
Lacy was such a wonderful man. I used to work in the Blacktone and would often run into him. Always smiling and sweet! God Bless him and his family during this difficult time.
Catherine Gissendaner
February 19, 2013
Nancy, Mark and little Nancy and families. My heart is just heavy with sadness at the loss of Lacy. He was my friend, employer and advisor for many years. I was never so proud as I was when I worked for Mark and Lacy. Lacy was kind, tough, expert and caring. He always had a heart of gold. He loved his family with all his heart and was so proud of all of you. He was a first class gentleman always. He was simply THE BEST. I love you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
February 18, 2013
May the family find comfort in the memories. Keeping in mind the Scriptural hope of everlasting life can help to sustain us during difficult times (John 17:3)
Catherine Gissendaner
February 18, 2013
I haven't no words for the sorrow I feel at the loss of this wonderful human being. Lacy warms my friend, employer and advisor for many years. I loved him and was so proud that he was a father-figure to me. He never steered me wrong. Such an honor to know him. HIs family always made me feel at home and warmly welcomed. Nancy, little Nancy and Mark and families, please know that you were so loved by this special man and he was so proud of you. Many are the splinters...few are the wood. He was simply THE BEST! My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Dallas Cook
February 18, 2013
So sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Mahon. I had the honor of photographing the Mahon family in the home several years ago. I also knew him when I was a Police Officer. Man of high integrety. May God ease your heartfelt pain.
Dallas Cook
Taryn Horvath
February 17, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of such a kind hearted man. I am a friend of one of his granddaughters, and I will never forget how much of a loving pop pop he was to his family, and the many funny stories he ever shared with me. My thoughts and prayers are with Lacy and his family <3
Luan Wilson
February 16, 2013
As a member of the court reporting community, we revered Lacy as an honorable person and indeed a great litagator. Always a smile and a kind word for me and other personnel, even though he was formidable to his opposition. May God grant you peace in the memory of his great legacy here on earth.
Debbie Tanner-Strudel
February 15, 2013
What wonderful memories of such a wonderful man. To all of you, my deepest sympathy - may you treasure the many memories of the years gone by. Love - Debbie
Harold Hollander
February 15, 2013
To all the family. My mother, Sibylle was proud to be Lacy's secretary for so many years and during those years I heard so much praise for him and the rest of the family. My deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Richard Cummings
February 14, 2013
Condolences and many fond memories, from the family of Morris V. "Mo" Cummings.
Micky Mitchell
February 14, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love you always Micky and Cody
Estella &Mae Bell Shields Wells
February 13, 2013
Nancy and Mark I was sadden to hear about Mr.Mahon just want you all to know my prayers are with all of you at this time You know weeping endure for a night but joy will come in the morning may GOD keep you all in his care Maebell Shields (your housekeeper and nanny).
Lee Cohee
February 13, 2013
I was saddened to hear of Lacy's passing and your loss. I greatly enjoyed working with Lacy while he was PERC chairman. He always had a twinkle in his eye and a great sense of humor that never failed to brighten my day.
Robert Elrod
February 13, 2013
Dear Nancy,Mark and Family,
Lacy was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Janice and Bob Elrod
February 13, 2013
MY prayers and thoughts are with you today. Iknow that lacy in better place
and with god love
sherri mahon
Sherri Mahon
February 13, 2013
Dear
Family my prayers and thoughts are with you uncle Lacy will be missed.but now he up there with chip,steve,uncle harry to in hope they find peace
Bob & Loretta Massey
February 12, 2013
Dear Mark & Family - You are in our thoughts and prayers. The legacy your dad leaves behind is evidence of a life well lived. You have our deepest sympathy. May the peace of the Lord be with you.
STEPHANIE JONES
February 12, 2013
TO THE FAMILY OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH EACH ONE OF YOU!!!
WE BOTH LOVED THIS GREAT MAN..
LOVE ALWAYS!!
REV. DR. CHARLES J. JONES JR. & STEPHANIE JONES & FAMILY
Lou Frost IV
February 12, 2013
Dear Mahon Family,
Lacy was a dear friend to my late Mother and Father.I can remember conversations about Lacy and his Family,which were always positive and uplifting.I pray that your memories of Lacy,will help diminish your sorrow at this most difficult time.
On behalf of myself, as well as my late parents,please accept my sincerest sympathy.God Bless.
John Keane
February 12, 2013
The Board, Members and Staff of the Police and Fire Pension Fund extend our deep sympathy to the family of W. Lacy Mahon. A family man, known for his loyalty to his friends, his word was good as gold, if Lacy said he would do something, Lacy did. Lacy's life was dedicated to service. He served our Country during World War II, served our County as the Solicitor (Prosecutor), served our area as State Representative,served Florida as Chairman of the Public Employees Relations Commission. A life of service with honor. May he rest in Peace.
John Keane
Executive Director - Administrator
Julie Mason
February 9, 2013
Dear Nancy and Mark -- Lacy was a wonderful man with a long, meaningful life. We love him - and YOU!
Bill and Julie Mason
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