Obituaries

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)....

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...

Lenor Clark

May 11, 2025

Lenor Clark, 66, Beloved Spouse, Daughter, and Sister, was called to her eternal resting place on May 11, 2025. She entered this world on February 14, 1959 in Brooklyn, NY, born to Thomas and Antoinette Giallanza . She is survived by her Spouse Ronald Clark; Sister Camille Woehrle; Sister Michelle Giallanza and Brother Anthony Giallanza.

Lenor Loved Cooking, Baking, Shopping, Animals...

Elizabeth Robinson

May 8, 2025

Elizabeth (Betty) Thornton Robinson died on May 8, 2025, in Orlando. Betty was born in Orlando on July 1, 1923, to Leonard Stephen Thornton and Margaret Norment Thornton, who was born in the Norment House, now part of the Courtyard on Lake Lucerne, in 1893. She was the younger sister of Margaret Thornton Petris. Betty lived her entire life in...

Carolyn Neighbors

May 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Carolyn Williams Neighbors

August 27, 1936 - May 6, 2025



Carolyn Williams Neighbors, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on August 27, 1936, in St. Augustine, Florida, Carolyn lived a life full of joy, energy, and devotion to family.

As a child,...

Vicki Furtney

May 5, 2025

Vicki Ann Furtney age 79 of Chattanooga, TN passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 at Baroness Erlanger Hospital. She was born August 22, 1945 in Connellsville, PA.

She was an avid supporter of both St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). She spent quite a few years working for NASA building electronics and circuit boards...

Connie Kouchalakos

May 5, 2025

Constance Kouchalakos of Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 05, 2025. She was born on January 29, 1943 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Her father, John T. Rousakis of Agioi Theodori, Crete, immigrated to the United States in the early part of the 20th century to work in the copper mines of Utah. Asimo Hrisanthacopoulos, her mother, left Chora, Greece, as...

Tara Hoesten

Apr 27, 2025

Tara Hoesten, 54. A beloved Mother, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend passed away on April 27, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. Tara was born and raised in Queens, New York. Tara attended St. Mary Gate of Heaven Elementary school and went on to graduate from Stella Maris High School. As a young adult, Tara and her family relocated to Boynton...

Carol Jacobus

Apr 26, 2025

Carol Jean Kent Jacobus, age 78 of Orlando, FL. died peacefully in her sleep on April 26, 2025. Born July 31, 1946 in Winter Park, Florida, she was the daughter of John A. Kent Jr. and Harriette Ward Kent, both long time residents of Winter Park. She graduated from Winter Park High School in 1964 and continued her education at...

Nick Cominos

Apr 26, 2025

Nick Cominos

January 16, 1947 - April 26, 2025

Born on January 16, 1947, in Hempstead, New York, to John and Mary Cominos, Nick lived a full life rooted in service, family, and generosity.

From a young age, Nick loved aviation, proudly earning his private pilot's license as a teenager. His passion for service led him to a long and distinguished career in...