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GREEN COVE SPRINGS, Fla. -- Staci Maree Scott Chaulk, 55, peacefully passed away Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends.
She was born Jan. 9, 1971, in Warren, a daughter of Charles and Beverly Finlaw Scott.
Staci spent her early years in Warren before moving with her family to Cortland, where she began school. She graduated from Lakeview High School in 1989. She later moved to Port Orange, Florida, and eventually made her home in Green Cove Springs, Florida.
Staci was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend who brought laughter, love and a one-of-a-kind personality to the lives of everyone around her.
She is survived by her husband, Chris Chaulk; her son, Christopher Chaulk (Jamie Morris); her daughter, Haley Chaulk (Ryan Rivers); her mother, Beverly Scott, who held her hand and stayed by her side until the very end; her sisters, Kari Evans (John Evans) and Jessica Mahoney (Joe Mahoney); and many nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Scott, as well as her grandparents, Louise Finlaw, and Willard and Virginia Scott.
Staci found so much joy and purpose in her work at Lake Asbury Elementary, where she worked as a behavioral health assistant. She loved every part of her job, especially the relationships she built with her coworkers and the many children whose lives she touched. The impact she made on those around her will continue long beyond her years.
Anyone who knew Staci knew her for her personality, her sense of humor and the way she could make people laugh. She never met a stranger and would have a conversation with just about anyone. She had a personality that was impossible to forget, and her famous "Get serious!" was a phrase many will always hear in her voice. And, of course, there was her hair -- something that was unmistakably Staci.
Staci loved the beach, music and making memories with the people she loved. She especially loved the holidays and took joy in decorating, with a particular love for snowmen. Her home was filled with the little things that made the holidays special to her. She also cherished music and making memories, including going to many concerts with her friends and family. It was moments like these, full of laughter, music, traditions and time together, that meant the most.
Staci battled cancer with all of her strength and gave it the very best fight she could, right up to the very end. She never stopped fighting. Although some battles cannot be won, Staci's strength, courage and determination throughout her journey will never be forgotten.
While her loss leaves an unimaginable emptiness for her family, friends, coworkers, and all of the children whose lives she touched, the memories she created and the love she gave will remain forever. Staci will be deeply missed and forever loved by the many people whose lives she touched.
Arrangements are under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 1811 Idlewild Ave., Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, www.helmgallagherfh.com.
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