OBITUARIES

Oct 1, 2025

James J. Davern, 84, known lovingly as "Jim," of Clermont, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025. A devoted husband, father, teacher, and lifelong learner, Jim's life was a celebration of curiosity, laughter, and love.

Born on April 13, 1941, in Buffalo, New York, Jim lived a life marked by exploration, service,...

Oct 1, 2025

Maria Isabel Garcia Mercado

May 5, 1938 – October 1st, 2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Maria Isabel Garcia Mercado, entered her heavenly home on October 1st, 2025. Born in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, on May 5, 1938, she now rests alongside her loving husband of 65 years, who...

Sep 30, 2025

Jessica Lynn Thomas, 40, of Clermont, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

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Sep 27, 2025

Aide Sandoval Barrientos (89) of Clermont, FL. Passed away peacefully on September 27th, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Aide Sandoval Barrientos was born in Jutiapa, Guatemala on April 20th, 1936. She began her career as a school teacher and then later became a dedicated stay at home mom to...

Sep 24, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Steffen, who departed this life peacefully on September 24th at the age of 77. She was surrounded by her husband and daughters in her final moments. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering love for her family.

Born...

Sep 23, 2025

Emilia Ruskiewicz, 98, of Clermont, FL passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Sep 23, 2025

Aida Pabon De Flores Born January 20, 1934 in San German, Puerto Rico and raised to eternal life on Sept 23, 2025. Aida is survived by her two sons Jimmy and Raul Jr, her daughter in laws Daisy and Evie, grandchildren Christopher, Christine, Steven and Chelsea. At the age of 16 she relocated from PR to NYC...

Sep 23, 2025

Sunrise: September 13, 1967                Sunset: September 23, 2025

Althea was born on September 13, 1967, in Georgetown, British Guyana, to loving parents Randolph and Megan Ogle. She was the eldest of two daughters and, from the beginning, brought joy, light, and laughter into her family's life.

Her educational journey...

Sep 22, 2025

John J. Lynn, 93, of Clermont, Florida passed away on September 22, 2025.

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Sep 22, 2025

Francoise J. Krueger, 96, of Danbury, CT, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at Cornerstone Hospice in Clermont, FL. A celebration of life will be held at Green Funeral Home, 57 Main Street, Danbury, CT, at 12:30 p.m. Born in Paris, France, on April 12, 1929, Francoise was the daughter of Paule Lafon (Rigal) and Andre...

Sep 20, 2025

James Larry "Jim" Mattingly, Jr. Born: December 30, 1962 – Louisville, Kentucky Went to be with Jesus: September 20, 2025

James Larry "Jim" Mattingly, Jr., beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, went to be with Jesus on September 20, 2025, at the age of 62.

Born in Louisville,...

Sep 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Carol June Pearson

December 27, 1936 – September 20, 2025

Carol June Pearson, 88, of Clermont, Florida previously of The Villages, Florida passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2025. She suffered from Dementia and continued to amaze us with her constant rebounding. Carol...

Sep 20, 2025

PATRICIA GRILLO GUERRA

MAY 14, 1946 - SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 Patricia Grillo began her life in Fall River, MA, on May 14, 1946. Her parents James Grillo and Hermenia Cambria raised seven (7) children, John, James, Ronald, Delores, Lorraine, Vicky and Patricia. Pat attended Durfee High School and was employed locally as a...

Sep 19, 2025

Gretchen Joy Creamer (Frits)

February 16, 1951 – September 19, 2025

Gretchen Joy Creamer, Age 74 of Groveland, Florida passed away peacefully at home on September 19, 2025.

Gretchen was proceeded in death by her parents William and Alice Frits.  She was one of their...

Sep 19, 2025

John Robert Rieger, 66, of Clermont, Florida, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025.

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Sep 19, 2025

James (Jim) Osborne Hallenbeck

December 21, 1938 – September 19, 2025

James "Jim" Osborne Hallenbeck, age 86, passed away peacefully at home in Groveland, Florida, on Friday, September 19, 2025.

Jim was born in Tully, New York, where he spent his early years before proudly...

Sep 17, 2025

Robert Patrick "Pat" Hammond Born: December 29, 1968 – Washington, D.C. Raised to Eternal Life: September 17, 2025

Pat Hammond, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior on September 17, 2025. Born in Washington, D.C., Pat spent much of his "growing up years" in Ocoee, Florida,...

Sep 12, 2025

Bill Eyerly, born on January 10, 1937 to Mary and Karlton Eyerly of Berwick, PA, joined his beloved wife Barbara in their eternal home on September 12, 2025. A beacon of love, laughter, generosity, perseverance, and unwavering faith for all who knew him, he will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched.

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Sep 8, 2025

Alice Louise Allen

April 11, 1932 – September 8,2025

Alice Louise Allen goes by Louise to family and friends was born in Flowery Branch, Georgia on April 11, 1932, to Mattie Lou Gains and Hubert Eugene Compton. Louise was raised the youngest having 5 older siblings, in which she...

Sep 8, 2025

James Andrew Mellon March 16, 1960 - September 8, 2025

James Andrew Mellon, affectionately known as "Jim," passed away on September 8, 2025, at the age of 65, after facing health complications. Born near Toledo, Ohio, on March 16, 1960, a date he cherished for its closeness to St. Patrick's Day, Jim was...