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Tonisha Williams
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love you shared and strength in the memories that will always remain.
Diana Pitts
I worked with Mary Alice during her years at Clearwater Discovery. She was one of a rotating candidates "trying out" for the position. I was pretty worried about her being chosen due to her petite stature. Our students could be a handful. I needn't have worried. She had a quiet but firm manner with all of them. When she retired, she told me her goals were travel and spending time with her grandchildren. I'm so happy she was able to do both. I enjoyed our time working together. Deepest condolences to all her family and friends; I know you will miss her.
Lori Kennedy
Robin C. Lentz
Marianne & Ed
We are heartbroken by the passing of a wonderful, caring friend. Mary Alice loved nature and animals. Her kindness knew no bounds. She was dedicated to helping young people succeed. She never retired from offering a helping hand to the next generation. She was an informed citizen, well-read and politically active. She loved her children and grand-children dearly, while being a wonderful role model! She will be sorely missed! Rest in peace, my friend!
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Carl and Barbara Anderson
Regina Lee
I was so sad to hear of a Mary Alice’s passing. She was an amazing women and leader and played an instrumental role on our Take Stock Nassau Board. She always demonstrated deep care for our student and was a wonderful partner will be missed a great deal. Our thought and prayers are with Mary and her family.
Phyllis Sipes
Arlene FILKOFF
I am so saddened to hear of Mary Alice's passing. What a fine and generous woman. She and I served on the Take Stock in Children board together. Her years as an educator were invaluable to the organization. As a human being,, Mary Alice was kind and caring. Something we see too little of these days. The world is a little bit darker without her..
Mary Alice Love Southwick
2026-03-16
Mary Alice Love Southwick, 83, passed away peacefully on March 16th, 2025 at the Lakeside at Amelia Island. Born on July 21st, 1942 in Scottdale, PA, she first came to Punta Gorda, Florida in 1947 then to Ft. Myers shortly after, graduating from Ft. Myers High School in a time when roads were limited and a train was required to attend away high school football games. After graduation from Emory University in Atlanta, she began her career teaching elementary school in Aiken, SC. After time in Ft. Monmouth (NJ), Seminole and Lake Wales, FL, she began her education career with the Pinellas County school system in 1970. Various stops included Mirror Lake Adult High School, Pinellas County Vocational School, Largo Middle School, Countryside High School, and Dunedin Middle School, earning her masters degree early in the journey. Career steps included guidance counselor, dean of students and assistant principal before her last stop as Principal of Clearwater Discovery Middle School from 1997 to 2002. Her passion for education and helping people step up was reflected in the many recognitions received from students and peers alike.
Mary Alice was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Henry Irwin Southwick, whom she met in high school. She is survived by twin children, Robert Irwin Southwick (Bonnie) of Fernandina Beach, FL, and Susie Southwick LaTorre (Joe) of Ormond Beach, FL. Grandchildren, a real source of joy for the last 30 years, are Elizabeth “Lee” Terrell Southwick, Gena Marie LaTorre, Robert Irwin Southwick, Jr. and Mario Irwin LaTorre. In retirement, Mary Alice enjoyed visits to Florida’s Gulf Coast with family, travel around the world with her husband, visiting with neighbors and friends, her cats plus her numerous volunteer efforts including Take Stock in Children, Barnabas and St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Fernandina Beach. She will be dearly missed by all. Her family appreciates the support and help provided by her caregivers including Ashley, Lacie, LaTesha, Suzy, Taylor and all of the gang.
A funeral mass will be held at 11am on Friday, March 27th at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Fernandina Beach, FL followed by a reception at the parish hall. Donations can be made to the Barnabas Center in Fernandina Beach, Cats Angels of Fernandina Beach, St. Michael’s Catholic Church or to any charity of choice.
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