Obituaries

Jun 28, 2026

Dennis Nielsen, 59, of Groveland, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 28,2026. Born on August 5, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York, Dennis lived a life filled with dedication to his family, faith, and passions.

A proud graduate of Franklin D. Roosevelt High School in Brooklyn, Dennis carried the values of hard work and perseverance into his career. For over 12 years,...

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Jun 28, 2026

Carl Lyndol Foehr, age 98, passed away peacefully at home in Orlando, Florida. Born on November 26, 1927, in Lincoln, Carl lived a long and meaningful life centered around family, friendship, service, and adventure.

Carl proudly served his country in the United States Army World War II he served a total of 8 years with the Army, 4 active duty...

Jun 22, 2026

William Winfield Royal (Bill), 85, passed away at home on June 22, 2026, just six days shy of his 86th birthday. He was born on June 28, 1940, in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Bill proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 20 years, including service during the Vietnam War. His military service was a source of great pride,...

Jun 21, 2026

Betty Jean Basila, a native Floridian, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at the age of 89, just a few weeks shy of her 90th birthday.

She was the second daughter born to the late George and Pearl Fekany and a member of Bishop Moore’s inaugural graduating class of 1955. She was a devoted Catholic, heavily involved with the Syrian...

Jun 20, 2026

Gerald "Jerry" Kern January 31, 1951 - June 20, 2026 Gerald "Jerry" Kern, 75, passed away on June 20, 2026. He was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend whose life was defined by hard work, an unshakeable devotion to his family, and a legendary sense of humor.

Jerry's favorite chapters of life often involved the sun...

Jun 17, 2026

Luis Vel, 96, beloved Father and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on June 17, 2026. He entered this world on May 20, 1930, in Santiago de Cuba. Luis came to the United States in 1970 in search of opportunity and a better future. Like so many who leave behind everything familiar, he arrived with determination, courage and...

Jun 14, 2026

Christopher Buck Whatley, 58, of Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. He was a cherished brother, uncle, and friend to many and his presence will be deeply missed. He was a kind man full of life and adventure, marching only to the beat of his own drum, and he knew just...

Jun 2, 2026

Sandra Richardson was born in Birmingham, Alabama on March 25, 1947, to the late Alice and Charles Bennett. She was one of ten children, Charlene, Mark, Donald, Carl, Robert, David, Sabrina, Anthony and Sheila.

Sandra accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age. Sandra attended East High School in Cleveland, Ohio where she met her high school sweetheart, Anthony...

Jun 1, 2026

Oliver Oneal Ziglar (Rusty), passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026 surrounded by his family just days before his 102nd birthday. Rusty was born on June 11, 1924 in Enterprise, Alabama to Gertrude and Jessie Ziglar.

He attended high school and then served in the U.S Army Air Corp. , from February 1943 to January of 1946 and continued serving in...

May 26, 2026

Waylon Henry Richards, age 4, of O'Fallon, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, surrounded by family and held lovingly in the arms of his mother, father, and brother. Waylon was a true warrior and the bravest little boy. A precious blessing from God, he touched the lives of so many with his sweet spirit and strong personality. He...

May 25, 2026

Él fue un gran padre, esposo y proveedor: un hombre sacrificado, disciplinado, respetado, bondadoso y generoso. Su vida dejó un ejemplo de fe y amor, y le damos gracias, gloria y honra al Señor por haberlo tenido en nuestra vida. Con esperanza y confianza en Dios, creemos que ha partido a su morada celestial, donde ya no existe el "Ay,...

May 24, 2026

John Robert Tritt, 71, of Orlando, Florida peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Born in Tennessee to Robert and Christine Tritt, John was the oldest of three boys in a military family. John was known for his willingness to help others and his dedication to his family and community. He grew up working on...

May 19, 2026

Ruth Marie Laroche age 90 passed peacefully on May 19, 2026. Ruth was a devoted christian who looked forward to the day she would be called home to heaven and be with the Lord.

Ruth was born on July 26, 1935, in Zaberfeld, Germany, the daughter of the late Gottlob and Christine Pauline Schock Schuhmacher. She grew up on a farm...

May 19, 2026

Mary Louise Moore, age 100, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026 surrounded by family and friends. Mary was born at home in Barry Illinois and graduated from Pittsfield High School. After graduation, Mary moved to Rock Island, Illinois to work at the Armory. She continued to support the war effort as a clerk typist for the Army Air Forces...

May 16, 2026

Deborah Boza-Valledor passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of love, leadership, service, and inspiration.

Born on July 15, 1952, in Key West, Florida, Deborah was the cherished daughter of Arthur Boza and Betty Filer. She shared a close bond with her siblings, Theresa Robles, Arthur Boza Jr., and Charlie Boza, and deeply adored her family....

May 15, 2026

Maria Franco, 84, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.

Maria was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and the beloved matriarch of her family. She is survived by her husband, Lucas A. Franco “Beto”; her daughter, Lucy Nieves; her son, Edwin Hernández; seven grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by her parents,...

May 4, 2026