Obituaries

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

Sadie Catherine Smith

Sadie Catherine Smith

Feb 12, 2024

Sadie Catherine (Underwood) Smith, passed away peacefully on February 12th, 2024 at the age of 87.  Sadie is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, John Wayne Smith Sr. of Longwood.Sadie, a Baptist, was born December 4th, 1936 in Crossville, Tennessee to Alec and Nellie Underwood.  She attended Cherokee Junior High School, and graduated Class of 1955 from...

RaeLynn Michelle Ward

RaeLynn Michelle Ward

Feb 10, 2024

RaeLynn Michelle Ward, a dedicated individual who spent her career working for the United States Government, has sadly passed away. She was known for her service as a retired Captain in United States Army and her love for adventure, particularly her passion for cruises. RaeLynn was a vivacious soul who lit up any gathering with her infectious energy, earning the...

Helen Grant Headley

Helen Grant Headley

Feb 8, 2024

Helen Grant Headley went peacefully to her heavenly home on February 8, 2024, surrounded by her family.  She had a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus that gave her peace, joy, and rest in Him throughout her life. She always gave Him credit for the talents she had and her love for people because she believed everyone was special to...

Jane Newsom Beaty

Jane Newsom Beaty

Feb 6, 2024

Jane Reid Newsom Beaty of Orlando, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. She was born in Mobile, Alabama, on January 9, 1940, to the late John Branch and Kathryn Genevieve Blanchaine Newsom. The family moved to Orlando in 1945 and Jane lived at 1401 Lancaster Drive while attending Kaley Elementary, Cherokee Jr. High, and Boone High Schools. Graduating from...

William "Bill" E. Neal

William "Bill" E. Neal

Feb 4, 2024

William E. (Bill) Neal, 84, passed away on February 4, 2024, in Orlando, FL.

Bill was born in Orlando and grew up on Lake Hourglass, graduating from Boone High School in 1958.

While serving in the United States Air Force, Bill married Susan Lassek in 1963 in Lincoln, NE.

Bill returned with his family to Orlando to begin a career as a homebuilder...

Terrence Franklin Ayars Sr

Terrence Franklin Ayars Sr

Jan 26, 2024

Terrence Ayars Sr, 65, passed away on January 26, 2024, in Orlando, FL.

Terrence is survived by his mother Josephine Ayars, Darryl Ayars-brother, Lisa Ayars - sister, Takeyma Hart,daughter, of Portsmouth, VA, Tanisha Ayars - daughter,of Virginia Beach, VA Terrence Ayars Jr - son, of Virginia Beach, VA, and his grand kids.

Terrence was a deeply beloved father, uncle, grandfather, cousin, brother,...

Wayne Anthony Osborne

Wayne Anthony Osborne

Jan 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Wayne Anthony Osborne

It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of my beloved Dad, Wayne (59) who passed away on January 24, 2024. He was a cherished Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and wittiness. Wayne was born on June 6, 1964 and spent his life...

Bruce Edward Hotz

Bruce Edward Hotz

Jan 22, 2024

Bruce Hotz, 65, passed away on January 22, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. He was born on December 6, 1958, in Phoenix, Arizona, to George Hotz and June Kunz. 

 

Bruce graduated from High School in Sterling Heights, MI in 1977. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as an Electronic Technician on ballistic submarines at Pearl Harbor, HI. He was also...

Johnie Mack Pleicones Sr

Johnie Mack Pleicones Sr

Jan 20, 2024

Johnie Mack Pleicones Sr., 79, died on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the Lotus Nursing and Rehab Center, in Orlando, Florida of natural causes.

He is survived by his two brothers, Duke Pleicones of Lake Mary and Steve Pleicones of Orlando, son Johnnie Pleicones Jr. and daughter-in-law Kim Pleicones of Orlando, daughter Tammy Pleicones of Tampa, three grandchildren Johnnie Pleicones III...

Melissa Elizabeth Brock

Melissa Elizabeth Brock

Jan 19, 2024

Melissa Elizabeth Brock, 33, of Orlando, Florida passed away on January 19, 2024. She was born in Orlando, Florida on November 21, 1990, to Karen Sweat and Albert Brock. Melissa graduated from Boone Highschool and had a career as an adverse event coordinator with CVS pharmacy. She had a passion for Beauty & the Beast, country music, food, and spending...

Alan Joseph Rasmussen

Alan Joseph Rasmussen

Jan 16, 2024

Alan J Rasmussen passed away at the age of 63 in Orlando, Florida where he had been a long time resident.   He was born on March 5, 1960 in Port Jervis, NY to the late Hans A Rasmussen and Anna B (Hicks) Rasmussen.   Alan graduated from Port Jervis High School and attended and graduated from University of Tampa...

Doris Gore

Doris Gore

Jan 12, 2024

Doris Gore, long time resident of Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness on the evening of Friday, January 12, 2024 at her daughter’s home in Winter Park where she lived in recent years.   

 Doris was born in Springhill, Nova Scotia, the sixth and youngest child of the late Sam and Semhia Joseph.  As a teenager, after graduation from college, she moved to...

Annie Elizabeth Roberts

Annie Elizabeth Roberts

Jan 11, 2024

 

Anne “Annie” Elizabeth Roberts, 88, passed away on January 11, 2024. Annie was born in Boone County, West Virginia on June 23, 1935. She was the eldest of six daughters born to Simeon and Vivian Dolin. Annie and her sisters were brought up with the church and the Lord as the center of the family. Annie even sang solos...

Ronald L. May

Ronald L. May

Jan 8, 2024

 

Ronald L. May passed away January 8, 2024 in his home in Orlando.  He was born in Cumberland, Maryland to William and Clara May, August 18, 1928.  He grew up in Fort Ashby, West Virginia where he was a star basketball player and also ran track.  He went on to play basketball at West Virginia University.  He married Jeanette...

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...