Obituaries

Obituaries for Orange County, Orlando, FL and surrounding areas.

Robert Lee Stucker

Robert Lee Stucker

Jan 1, 2024

 

Robert Stucker, 93, passed to his eternal home on January 1, 2024. He was born on May 23, 1930, in Richmond, VA. He was the son of Lyman Stucker and Marguerite Barrackman Capron. He married Mary E. Slone on July 21, 1959.

Robert served in both the U.S. Navy and the U.S Air Force, traveling and living all over...

Douglas L. Gordon

Douglas L. Gordon

Dec 29, 2023

 

On December 29, 2023, Doug Gordon, after 80 years in this temporary home, has departed to join his Savior and Lord for eternity in his heavenly home above.  The family will gather for a graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery and friends are invited to join them at the Country Club of Orlando on Sunday January 7, 2024 at 4:00PM...

Candace Lamberton Littleford

Candace Lamberton Littleford

Dec 28, 2023

 

Candace Lamberton Littleford passed away on December 28, 2023 with her sister and cousin by her side. She courageously fought her fourth and final battle with cancer during the past 5 years. She was 68 years old. She is survived by her loving family, friends, and her faithful dog, Abbe.

Candy was born on June 17, 1955 in Orange...

Elizabeth "Boots" Kimber

Elizabeth "Boots" Kimber

Dec 22, 2023

 

Elizabeth Ann Kimber (Boots) Born in Hartford, Connecticut September 4,1932 passed from this life December 22, 2023 at 91 years old. Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years James A.

Kimber, and her only son James (Kim) Kimber. She was a dedicated and loving wife and Mother.

Boots always had a smile and never met a stranger....

Katherine Yianilos

Katherine Yianilos

Dec 16, 2023

Katherine A. Yianilos, beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully at her home and went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. She was 97 years old.

A resident of the Winter Park/Orlando area since the early 1960’s, she was an avid supporter of and volunteer to many community organizations during the early years of...

Bobby Gerald Patton

Bobby Gerald Patton

Dec 14, 2023

 

Bobby Gerald Patton, 87, of Orlando, passed away December 14, 2023.

Bob was first of all, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, as well as a retired police officer, hazard-mitigation specialist, risk management director, asbestos inspector, and civic volunteer.

He was born Oct. 16, 1936, to parents Ruth Fuller West and Walter Jack Patton in Durant, Oklahoma. Bob’s family...

Verle "Nana" Martin

Verle "Nana" Martin

Dec 13, 2023

 

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Verle Margaret Martin, who departed this world on December 13, 2023, in Orlando, Florida. She was 83 years old.

Verle was born on July 28, 1940, in Easthampton, MA, to Clarence and Pauline Doughty. She grew up in Massachusets on a farm with 11 siblings, and loved telling...

William Frederick Wetmore II

William Frederick Wetmore II

Dec 13, 2023

 

William (Bill) Frederick Wetmore II, 51, beloved husband, father, son and brother, passed away on December 13, 2023, following a courageous battle with neuroendocrine cancer.

Although Bill was generally a quiet man, those who had the good fortune to get to know him were blessed with his infectious, wry sense of humor and razor sharp wit. Bill had a...

Nancy Ann Johnson

Nancy Ann Johnson

Dec 12, 2023

 

Nancy Johnson, 67, passed away on December 12, 2023 in Orlando, Florida.

Nancy was born in Illinois on June 22, 1956. She graduated from Boone High School in Orlando in 1975. Nancy had a long banking career but truly thrived working with animls at a veterinary clinic.

Nancy met her beloved husband Daniel while they were both working in...

Karen Renee Martin

Karen Renee Martin

Dec 9, 2023

 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Karen Renee Martin on December 9th, 2023. Born on September 6th, 1953, she was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered for her warmth, compassion and unwavering love.

 

Karen Renee Martin is survived...

Curtis Ward Hanson

Curtis Ward Hanson

Dec 3, 2023

Curtis Ward Hanson passed away on December 3, 2023 in Winter Park, Florida.  Curt led an amazing and fun-filled life after battling cancer as a two-month old baby and dealing with various effects of the cancer and the treatments throughout his life.  He never complained and was always smiling and ready for a good time. Curtis grew up in Southern...

Esther L. Mallison

Esther L. Mallison

Nov 30, 2023

 

Esther Mallison, 95, went home to be with her Lord on November 30, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born to George and Nettie Ragla in Hastings, Michigan on February 20, 1928. She attended Michigan State University, where she met the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Mallison.  They married in 1950, soon after they graduated from...

Alberta Marie Dobson

Alberta Marie Dobson

Nov 29, 2023

 

Alberta Marie Curtis Dobson, 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Orlando on November 29, 2023, joining her beloved husband, Joseph W. Dobson, Sr. and stepson Joseph W. Dobson, Jr., who preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughters, Robin Dobson, of Maitland, FL, and Sheila Dobson Flesh (Dutch) of Lynnville, TN, grandsons Kyle Cooper and...

Patricia Roy Edwards

Patricia Roy Edwards

Nov 28, 2023

Patty Edwards, 91, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

Patty led a selfless life of devotion to her community, and most importantly, her family. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, and raised in Orlando, Patty was a 1948 Orlando High School graduate. She attended Sullins College in Bristol, VA where she was editor of the school newspaper. She was graduated...

Idena L. Baker

Idena L. Baker

Nov 28, 2023

 

Idena Laverne Baker was born on August 15, 1952 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Alfred E. Burnett an immigrant from Barbados, and the late Idena Burnett an immigrant from Panama.

Idena grew up and attended schools in Brooklyn New York. Which included Midwood high school, from where she graduated not only gaining a diploma but lifelong friendships....

William "Bill" Edwards

William "Bill" Edwards

Nov 28, 2023

 

Orlando, FL - William (Bill) Edwards of Orlando, FL passed away on November 28, 2023.  He was with his loving family and passed away gently in his home.  He was 87 years old.

Bill was born in Cortland, NY in 1936.  He was the son of the late Mary Kathryn Haster and Charles Milford Edwards.  He attended Cortland High...

Stephen Paul Smail

Stephen Paul Smail

Nov 22, 2023

 

Stephen Paul Smail

December 24, 1955 - November 22, 2023

Orlando, FL - Stephen Paul Smail, a beloved husband, devoted father, grandfather, uncle and accomplished software engineer in the aerospace industry, passed away on November 22, 2023, at the age of 67. Born in Manhattan, NY on December 24, 1955, raised in the US Virgin Islands. Stephen was a...

David Kenneth Keaton

David Kenneth Keaton

Nov 20, 2023

 

David Kenneth Keaton, 76, passed away on November 20, 2023, in Orlando, FL.David Keaton was born on December 28, 1946 in Charlotte, NC, to Donald Keaton and Ruby Edith Keaton.

David graduated from Colonial High School in 1965.  He joined the US Air Force in 1966 and served for four years. In 1970 he began his career as a...

Grace J Waldrop

Grace J Waldrop

Nov 20, 2023

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother & friend to many Grace J. Waldrop, 82, of Orlando, FL, died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness, on November 20, 2023.

Grace was born in Wetumpka, Al., the youngest of 4 children. She moved to Orlando in 1960, and this became home. Here she raised her family and built a...

Daniel E Gentry

Daniel E Gentry

Nov 17, 2023

 

God called home, one of His own, on Friday, November 17, 2023. Daniel Edward Gentry, 87, of Orlando, FL, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. 

Daniel was born in Jacksonville, FL June 15, 1936. He is preceded in death by his wife, Carol E. Brown Gentry, his mother, Beulah M. Gentry and his father, Joseph "Pat"...

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