Obituaries

Benjamin "Benja" Pierre Gilles

Mar 13, 2023

Benjamin "Benja" Pierre Gilles passed away at the age of 18 years old on Friday, March 10, 2023. He drowned whilst swimming with his friends at Indialantic beach. Though he left this world far too soon, he left this world a better place. 

 

He is survived by his father, his mother, brothers, sisters, aunties, uncles, grandma and a lot...

Shirley Ann Spires

Mar 6, 2023

 

Shirley Spires, 88, passed away on March 6, 2023, in Orlando, FL.

Shirley Spires was born on December 5, 1934 in Atlanta, GA to Elmer Cooper and Corrie McElveen.Shirley graduated from Miami Senior High School in 1952 and attended the University of Miami for one year. She retired as a regional sales manager for Olan Mills Portrait Studios. 

Shirley...

Mary Amiot

Mar 6, 2023

 

With the firm belief that a new journey begins with the passing of our earthly life, we announce that Mary (Mimi) Picano Amiot has joined her previously passed husband (Ernie) and grandchild (Nicholas) on March 6, 2023.  Mary’s life was full and celebrated with a large family and fulfilling legacy. Born in East Hartford, Connecticut, Mary was truly dedicated...

Gordon Russ

Mar 5, 2023

It is with immense sadness that we announce that James Gordon Russ, 87, passed away on March 5th, 2023, in Orlando, Florida. Gordon was born on July 15th, 1935 in Winter Garden, FL, to James and Geneva Russ. Gordon graduated from Lakeview High School in 1953 and later attended Gordon Military College from 1953-1954. He went on to earn...

Alex Santiago

Feb 25, 2023

It is with deepest sorrow, that we announce that Alex Santiago, 46, our beloved son, brother, family and friend suddenly passed away February 25th, 2023. Alex was born on October 1st, 1976 in Miami and moved to Orlando in 1986. He was a beautiful, kindhearted, loving, and generous person who was there for all of us. Those who knew Alex...

Donald Gibson

Feb 24, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Hayden Gibson, at the age of 65. Donald was born on January 6, 1958, in Tampa, Florida, and passed away on February 24, 2023, in Orlando, Florida. Donald was a beloved member of the community in Orlando, where he practiced law for many years. His clients appreciated his...

Cheryl Boylan

Feb 24, 2023

Cheryl Ann Boylan, 65, passed away on February 24, 2023, in Orlando, FL. Cheryl was born on September 26, 1957 in Miami, FL, to Col. George Eurie Spires, Ret. and Shirley Ann Spires. Cheryl graduated from Colonial High School in Orlando, FL in 1975 and spent her career as a Financial Controller at a hotel for over 20 years. Cheryl...

Robert Moore

Feb 20, 2023

Robert Ernest Moore, 88, went home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2023 in Orlando, FL. Robert (Bob) was born in Battle Creek, MI on February 8, 1935 to Dircie F. and Dovieanna Moore. He was the second of four children. After graduating high school, Bob joined the Air Force. He served from 1955 to 1959 as a...

Edward Walsh

Feb 19, 2023

Edward Francis Walsh Jr, 86, passed away on February 19, 2023, in Altamonte Springs, Florida, surrounded by his loving family. Edward was born on January 11, 1937 in Long Beach, CA, to Edward Walsh Sr. and Effie Walsh, later moving to Everett, MA. Edward graduated from Boston College High School in 1954 and went on to further his education at...

Elsie Vega

Feb 6, 2023

Elsie Vega, 74. Our beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister, Mother-in-law, and Grandmother passed away on February 6, 2023. Elsie Vega was born on April 19, 1948 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to Leonardo Vega and Maria Gonzalez. She loved spending time with family, listening to music, and found joy in crocheting and sewing. She loved all the colors of the rainbow,...

John Hils

Feb 6, 2023

John Hils, 98, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Great, Great Grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on February 6, 2023. He entered this world on September 28, 1924 in Mount Vernon, NY, born to John and Johanna Hils. He is survived by his Wife Doris Hils; Daughters - Vicki Osborne and Lynne Riemer (Bob); Grandchildren...

Henry Bliss Jr

Feb 5, 2023

Henry E. (Hank) Bliss, Jr. passed away on February, 5th, 2023. Hank was born in Hartford, CT to Henry E. Bliss, Sr. and Esther McCarthy Bliss. He attended and graduated from the University of Hartford and the Connecticut Institute of Engineering with an Industrial Engineering degree. He moved to Winter Park, FL from Miami, FL in 1959 and lived in...

Robert Gardner

Feb 1, 2023

Robert Gardner of Orlando, Florida passed away on Feb 1, 2023. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Mario Rivera

Feb 1, 2023

Mario Rivera passed away on Feb 1, 2023. Mario’s loved ones are composing Mario’s obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Catherine Cook

Jan 31, 2023

 

Catie Cook, formally known as Catherine Peet Cook, passed away on January 31, 2023- just two days shy of her 101st birthday. Dr. Tom Cook passed away December 5, 2020 after his 100th birthday. Since we weren't able to have a celebration for Dad, what more appropriate way to celebrate than to honor both of them together as they...

Haydee Cosme

Jan 28, 2023

Haydee Cosme, 80, passed away on January 28, 2023, in Orlando, FL. The service for Mrs. Haydee Cosme will be held on Thursday, at 10 am at Good Shepherd Catholic Church located at 5900 Oleander Drive, Orlando, FL 32807. Burial: Chapel Hill Cemetery, 2420 Harell Road, Orlando, FL 32807.

Urbana Moya

Jan 25, 2023

URBANA MOYA Mi madre nació un enero 18, 1943 en lo que se conocía como Vía De Aguilares, un tequeño lugar en El Salvador que ella vio crecer hasta convertirse en una ciudad muy grande e importante para el comercio. Hija de Leónidas Erazo Y Eva Gálvez tuvo 3 hermanos: Jorge, Leónidas y Lito al igual que 3 hermanas:...

Danny Holecheck

Jan 24, 2023

Danny Eugene Holecheck, 80, of Orlando, Florida, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.

Danny was born on July 12, 1942 to Charlene and Frank Holecheck in Richmond, Indiana. After he graduated from Richmond Senior High School in 1960, he served 11 years in the Air Force and was a proud military veteran....

John Weatherwax

Jan 19, 2023

John Alfred Weatherwax, 78, of Orlando, Florida, passed away in his home on January 19, 2023.

John was the fourth child of Beatrice and Roy Weatherwax and was born on June 24, 1944 in Rainier, Washington. After he graduated from Rainier High School in 1962, he earned an Associates Degree from Columbia College.

John met his wife, Nancy (Austin) Weatherwax at The...

Christine Rogers

Jan 17, 2023

It is with great sorrow that the family of Christine Catherine Rogers announces her death on Tuesday, January 17th, 2023, in Miami, FL. Christine was born in Gainesville, FL during Thanksgiving, while her parents, Andrea and Lee Rogers, were students at the University of Florida. She was raised in Orlando, FL., where she was active in Ebsen Dancing School,...