Obituaries

Rex Veteto

Aug 9, 2025

On Saturday, August 9, 2025, 5:42am, Rex Richard (Rick) Veteto, a beloved husband and soulmate of Nancy Veteto, ascended into heaven to be with the Lord and end his pain and suffering on this earth. He had a very lengthy illness with asthma, COPD, AFIB, neuropathy and lots of pain having to use oxygen many times daily.

He was born...

Joseph Tillis, Sr.

Aug 4, 2025

Joseph Lee Tillis, Sr.

- age 82, passed away on August 4, 2025, in Deland, FL. He was born on April 18, 1943 in Orlando, FL, to Joseph W. Tillis and Audrey Cox Tillis. Joseph graduated from Boone High School in Orlando. He started his career at Sears, as Manager in the Tire Department. Then went to work for Comcar Industries...

Frank Koo

Jul 31, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Frank Hon-Hing Koo, a beloved father and friend, who departed this life on July 31, 2025, at the age of 96. He was born on November 2, 1928, in Shanghai, China, Frank moved to the United States where he pursued higher education and earned a Master's Degree, a testament...

Richard Anderson

Jul 29, 2025

Richard Bruce Anderson

Beloved husband, father and friend, Richard "Dick" Anderson entered his heavenly rest on July 29, 2025 in Winter Park, FL. He was born Oct 12, 1933 in Cheswick, PA to Edgar Bruce and Elizabeth Marion Meanor Anderson. He spent his youth in York, PA, surrounded by wonderful relatives who instilled in him great faith and a strong work...

Julian Bonner

Jul 28, 2025

Julian Claude Bonner December 18, 1946 – July 28, 2025

Julian Claude Bonner, born to Cleophas Theoplas Bonner and Lucy Evelyn Smith, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at the age of 78. He was a proud member of the U.S. Marine Corps and a devoted husband, friend, and community member.

Claude graduated from Boone High School in 1967, after which...

Deborah Wheeler

Jul 25, 2025

Deborah Jo Page Wheeler

Deborah P. Wheeler, 71, passed away on July 25, 2025, surrounded by family, after a long and courageous 6-year battle with cancer. Debbie was born on September 9, 1953 in Norfolk, VA to Charles and Barbara Maze Page. Her life as a Navy brat took her to Washington, DC, Key West, Ireland, California, and Orlando.

After graduating Lyman...

Christopher Adams

Jul 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Christopher C. Adams

November 13, 1968 - July 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Christopher C. Adams, who departed this life on July 14, 2025, and entered into eternal rest. Born on November 13, 1968, Christopher lived a life full of deep love, unwavering loyalty, and quiet strength, whom overcame a lot...

Joseph Fred Burke Jr.

Jul 9, 2025

Joseph Fred “Joe” Burke Jr., 62, of Orlando, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

He was born on March 10, 1963 in Orlando, the son of Joseph Fred Sr. and Clara (Phillips) Burke. Joe worked for several years as a business owner in the construction industry. He enjoyed adventure and was always known for being in a joyous mood. His...

Evelyn Callaway

Jul 9, 2025

­­­Callaway, Evelyn L

Evelyn left this earth peacefully on July 9, 2025 to be with those who preceded her in death. Those loved ones included James B Callaway (husband), James “Bo” Callaway (Son), Elinore Powers Ross (sister), and Mike Callaway (nephew). Evelyn was born and raised in Orlando, FL. She was a proud alumnus of Boone High School (Class of 1960)....

Shaila Laureano Lowrey

Jul 6, 2025

Shaila Laureano Lowery January 25, 1982 – July 6, 2025

Shaila Laureano Lowery, 43, of Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, July 6, 2025. She was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Born on January 25, 1982, in Hartford, Connecticut, Shaila was the third of five children born to Angel Mario Laureano and...

Jean Pellett

Jun 24, 2025

Jean Ellen Pellett, of Orlando, FL, passed away the morning of June 24, 2025, at the age of 92. She was a beloved mother, friend and grandmother. She was known for her strong will and generosity. She went to nursing school and earned her degree as a registered nurse. She dedicated over 40 years to patient care and finally retired...

James Booth

Jun 19, 2025

James David Booth was born in Plant City, Florida on November 2, 1933 to Charles Monroe Booth, Sr., & Laurene Jones Booth. He graduated from Lakeland High School in 1951 where he excelled in football until kidney disease ended his playing days. He attended Florida Southern, Emory University & graduated from his beloved Florida State University in 1957. Then he...

Virginia Murchison

Jun 15, 2025

Diana St Clair

Jun 11, 2025

Diana St Clair, 73, passed away June 11, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. She was born in London, England on April 7, 1952 and had been residing in Orlando for almost 30 years. Diana graduated college in England and started her career as an art teacher. Following her love of art, Diana went in to a career in graphic design and...

Geri Purvis

Jun 7, 2025

In Loving Memory of Geri Lynn PurvisMay 7, 1980 - June 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Geri Lynn Purvis, a beautiful soul taken far too soon. Born on May 7, 1980, Geri brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of all who knew her. She passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, creativity,...

John Brown

Jun 4, 2025

John M. Brown, born April 2, 1969, died June 4, 2025. It is with heavy hearts that we share with you the passing of John Morton Brown. John passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2025. When anyone met John, they would immediately see his love of and loyalty to his family, and learn he was the most loving, caring, forgiving,...

Robert G. Weller

Jun 2, 2025

Obituary for Robert (Bob) Gordon Weller

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Gordon Weller, who departed this life on June 2  , 2025, in Orlando, Florida, at the age of 97. Born on September 30, 1927, in Mersea Island, Essex, England, Bob emigrated to New York in 1948 after serving in the Royal Air...

Linda Slayton

Jun 2, 2025

Linda Sue Slayton, of Orlando, FL, passed away the morning of June 2, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. To know her was to love her and she celebrated life daily through her faith, laughter, and the love of her family and friends.

She was a graduate of Florida State University with...

Pascual Ortiz Torres

Jun 1, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Pascual Ortiz Torres, who entered into eternal rest on June 1st, 2025, at the age of 89. He passed peacefully at home in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by love, in the care of his devoted daughter.

Pascual was born in San German, Puerto Rico, the...

Joseph McConnell

May 14, 2025

Joseph Columbus McConnell of Orlando, Florida, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, in Oviedo, Florida.

Joe was a native Floridian, born December 30, 1927, in Bowling Green, Florida, grew up in Avon Park, Florida with his parents, Leonidas & Lela (Bryan) McConnell along with his five siblings, Mae Grace (Correll), Leonidas John, Jr. (Junior), Ruby Etta (Lanier), Billy...