OBITUARIES
Linda Lorraine Barnes
Mar 6, 2026
Linda Lorraine Barnes, 77, of Clermont, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026.
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Joy Mae Crompton
Mar 6, 2026
Joy Mae Crompton, 84, of Minneola, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. She was born in Tazewell County, Virginia, to Carl Marshall Pressley and Geneva Aldridge.
Joy graduated from West Jefferson High School in West Jefferson, Ohio. She spent many years working as an office administrator, where she was known for her dedication, organization, and friendly nature.
Joy enjoyed the...
Robert E. Harris
Mar 5, 2026
Robert “Bob” E. Harris, 85, passed away on March 5, 2026 in Clermont, Florida. Born on July 6, 1940, in Springfield, Illinois to Eugene F. Harris and Mildred V. Harris, Bob began his career with Draper & Krammer in Chicago before moving to Saugatuck, Michigan, where he worked in real estate. He later moved to Orlando, Florida with his partner,...
Kenneth Alan Rhodes, Sr.
Mar 5, 2026
Kenneth Alan Rhodes, Sr., 87, of Groveland, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Kenneth proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy.
A funeral service with Military Honors at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery will be held Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10am.
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Juan Andres Ruiz
Mar 4, 2026
Juan was a joyful and loving man whose deep faith, playful spirit, and devotion to his family touched everyone who knew him.
Juan Andres Ruiz
November 30, 1938 – March 4, 2026
With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Juan Andres Ruiz Lopez, who passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at the age of 87.
Juan was born on November...
Hartford Nelson Keith
Mar 4, 2026
Hartford Nelson Keith, 89, passed away on March 4, 2026.
Born on April 24, 1936, in North Blenheim, Schoharie County, New York, Hartford was the son of the late George and Ada Keith. He graduated from Gilboa Central School District High School in June 1954 and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from June 1954 to June...
Pauline Burkart
Mar 3, 2026
Pauline "Polly" Burkart (née Allred), age 86, passed away peacefully at her home in Clermont, Florida, on March 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 28, 1939, in Tupelo, Mississippi, Pauline was the cherished daughter of Albert and Willie Samantha Allred.Pauline dedicated her life to caring for others, both as a home health aide in her earlier...
John Charles Klotter
Mar 3, 2026
John Charles Klotter, born on September 2, 1946, passed away peacefully at his residence in Clermont, FL on March 3, 2026, leaving a legacy of service, dedication, and devotion to his family.
John proudly served in the United States Navy, including three years during the Vietnam War. Like many veterans of his era, he carried the experiences of his service quietly...
Deborah Ann Smith
Mar 1, 2026
Deborah Ann Smith, née Hoddick, 72, of Clermont, Florida, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on March 1, 2026 in Clermont, Florida.
A devout Christian, Deborah's faith in Jesus Christ became a guiding light in her life and a source of strength for her and her family.
She was united in marriage to Robert William Smith on June 14, 1980, with whom she cherished...
Roland Charles Lewis Jr.
Feb 25, 2026
Roland Charles Lewis, Jr., 81, passed away on February 25, 2026 at Orlando Regional Medical Center in Orlando, Florida.
Born on July 3,1944 at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City, Florida. Roland was the son of Roland and Margaret Lewis, Sr. He graduated from Myrtle Beach High School in 1962 where he enjoyed playing football and baseball. Roland lived life...
Valerie Lydia Nathan
Feb 24, 2026
With deep sorrow and heartfelt reverence, we announce that Valerie Nathan, 80, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, with her devoted son by her side. She was born on September 5, 1945, in Kingston, Jamaica, to the late Horace and May Nathan.
With remarkable courage and determination, she immigrated to the United States from Jamaica in 1963. She graduated from...
Cornelie Irmgard Love
Feb 23, 2026
Cornelie I. Love, 74, of Montverde, Florida passed away on February 23rd, 2026.
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Michael Lindsay Benton
Feb 22, 2026
Michael Lindsay Benton, born March 21, 1955, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, with his wife and daughter by his side.
Growing up in Roseburg, Oregon, Michael developed a deep love of learning and was an honor roll student. He was particularly gifted in English and grammar. In high school, he began studying German and immersed himself in German Club,...
Nathan Richard Bradley
Feb 22, 2026
Nathan Richard Bradley (1977–2026)
“Moondawg”
Nathan Richard Bradley, lovingly known as “Moondawg,” was born on August 14, 1977, in Clear Lake City, Texas. His lifetime passions—his family, his friends, the outdoors, and music—were nurtured from an early age by his parents, Rich and Deenise. By the age of four, Nathan could often be found in the waters off the Florida Keys, snorkeling,...
Donald Spratt
Feb 20, 2026
Don was born on May 14, 1949, in Bromley, Greater London, England. He was raised there alongside his two brothers, Richard and David, by his loving parents, Dorothy and George Spratt. A lifelong learner with an inquisitive mind, Don attended several colleges and universities in England, earning multiple degrees that paved the way for a remarkable international career.
His work took...
Edward H. Price
Feb 19, 2026
Edward H. Price 79 of Clermont, FL, passed away on February 19, 2026 after a year long battle with cancer.
He was born December 1, 1946 in Black Mountain, NC to Elizabeth Mc Falls and Edward H. Price. He moved to Orlando as a child. Moved back to NC as a young adult and later returned to Florida. In 1988 he...
Olga Papagiannis
Feb 19, 2026
Carmen Olga Papagiannis of Seminole, Florida, passed away on February 19, 2026, at age 87.
Carmen Olga Papagiannis was born on February, 5, 1939, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, to the proud parents Bernardo Larracuente and Carmen Torres and was one of nine siblings.
Olga married in 1962 to Nikolaos “Nick” Papagiannis in Brooklyn, NY. Olga’s first born, Ioanis “John” was born in...
Jason Baron Rolf
Feb 16, 2026
Jason Baron Rolf
April 23, 1972 ~ February 16, 2026
Jason Baron Rolf, born on April 23, 1972, passed away suddenly at his residence in Clermont, Florida on February 16, 2026.
After graduating from Bethel High School in 1990 he attended Roger Williams University and graduated with a BS. in Business he furthered his education and attended the University of Massachusetts & Cornell...
James Phillip Pegg
Feb 16, 2026
James Phillip “Jim” Pegg, 89, of Minneola, Florida, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 16, 2026. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Jim was born in Wabash, Indiana. From an early age, his faith in Jesus was the foundation of his life and...
Donald Allen Reynolds
Feb 15, 2026
Donald A Reynolds SrJuly 19, 1928 – February 15, 2026
Donald A. Reynolds born on July 19, 1928 in Malone NY, passed away on February 15, 2026 at the Alto Senior Living facility in Clermont, FL. He was the son of Arlington and Margurite (Little) Reynolds. Donald was a 1947 Graduate of Franklin Academy in Malone and he enlisted in the...
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