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Lawrence James Powers

Lawrence James Powers

Sep 27, 2011

Lawrence James Powers, 71, Leesburg, passed away September 27, 2011 at Health Central in Ocoee. He was born August 22, 1940 in Cortland, NY son of the late Stanley & Verna Conklin Powers. He served in the Air Force for 9 ½ years being discharged as a Staff Sergeant and was a retired Corporate Pilot & Trainer in the aviation...

Charles Arthur Blume

Charles Arthur Blume

Sep 25, 2011

The funeral service for Charles Blume will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 in the Becker Chapel. Burial will follow in Winter Garden Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.

Gerard William Gotimer

Gerard William Gotimer

Sep 23, 2011

Gerard William Gotimer, 54, affectionately known as "Gerry" passed away September 23, 2011. He was born November 21, 1956 in Long Island, NY son of the late Harry Gotimer and Patricia O'Connell Gotimer. He served in the US Navy for six years and received his BS in Engineering, working in the communications field. On November 6, 1999 he was united...

Arthur William Kletzka

Arthur William Kletzka

Sep 16, 2011

The funeral service for Arthur Kletzka will be held at 2:30 PM on Sunday, September 18, 2011 in the Becker Chapel. Pastor Ken Moon, First Baptist Church, Orlando will officiate. Visitation will be from 12:30 PM until the time of the service. Further services and burial will take place in Livonia & Novi Michigan.

Janet Marie Burns

Janet Marie Burns

Sep 16, 2011

Janet M. Burns, 68, lost her courageous battle with cancer Friday afternoon, September 16th. She was at home in Clermont Florida, surrounded by her loving family. Jan was born in Olivia, Minnesota to Phyllis and Harold Nenow and later graduated from Windom High School (Minnesota) and cosmetology school in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. There she met and married her husband...

Fred J. Knauff

Fred J. Knauff

Sep 13, 2011

Fred J. Knauff, 87, of Clermont, FL passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2011.  Fred was born on November 3, 1923 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Fred and Mae Knauff.  He worked as a meat packer in the food industry, moving to Clermont in 1998. Fred is survived by his children, Robert (Constance) Knauff of Clermont, James (Charmaine LeMaire) Knauff...

Cecile L. Bertrand

Cecile L. Bertrand

Sep 13, 2011

Cecile L. Bertrand, 100, of Clermont, FL passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2011.  Cecile was born on April 27, 1911 in Leominster, MA, the daughter of William J. and Lillian (nee Cote) Morin.  She was a homemaker and resided in Clermont for the past 7 years.  Cecile was a graduate of Leominster High School and a member of St. Cecilia...

Vivian M. Roberts

Vivian M. Roberts

Sep 12, 2011

Vivian M. Roberts, 64, of Clermont, FL passed away Monday, September 12, 2011.  Vivian was born on October 6, 1946 in Kissimmee, FL, the daughter of the late Ernest and Lillian McQuagge.  She was a lifelong resident of South Lake County and worked as a realtor. Vivian is survived by her loving husband, Paul and children, John Roberts, Susan Roberts...

Addie Lafaye Temple

Addie Lafaye Temple

Sep 12, 2011

Addie Lafaye Temple, 83, Minneola, passed away September 12, 2011 at South Lake Hospital. She was born August 10, 1928 in Birmingham, AL daughter of James & Willie Clark. On January 2, 1965 she was united in marriage to William Temple in Folkston, GA. She was an Orlando resident since 1975 from Fort Walton Beach prior to relocating to Minneola...

Peter George Volosin

Peter George Volosin

Sep 11, 2011

Peter George Volosin, 85, Clermont, passed away September 11, 2011 at the Mike Conley Hospice House. He was born July 2, 1926 in Weirton, WV son of Charles & Mary Fedor Volosin. He served in the US Navy. On November 26, 1955 he was united in marriage to Doris Brown in Long Beach, CA. He was a Research Engineer for...

Mary Janet Graver

Mary Janet Graver

Sep 11, 2011

Mary Janet Graver, 89, Montverde, passed away September 11, 2011 at her residence. She was born July 11, 1922 in New York, NY daughter of Antonio & Frances Giglio Amato. She was a retired Processor for the IRS and a local resident since 1984 from Long Island. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Her husband David Graver...

Sara Frances Gibson Long

Sara Frances Gibson Long

Sep 9, 2011

Sara Frances Gibson Long, 87, graduated to glory Friday, September 9th.  She now lives with her Lord Jesus Christ whom she loved faithfully.  She is survived by two children, Lynda Morgan and husband Dick of Eustis, and William (Bud) Long, Jr. and wife Susan of Fernandina Beach, FL; 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  She was born in Arabi, Ga...

Alice Ann (Jellesma) Hoekstra

Alice Ann (Jellesma) Hoekstra

Sep 8, 2011

Alice Ann (Jellesma) Hoekstra HOEKSTRA, ALICE ANN (JELLESMA), 78, of Montverde, Florida went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2011 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida after a sudden illness.   Loving family surrounded her. Mrs. Hoekstra was born on May 22, 1933 in Tampa, FL daughter of the late Peter and Grace (Bouterse) Jellesma. She is survived by...

Ruth Hornback Mccoy

Ruth Hornback Mccoy

Sep 7, 2011

Ruth Hornback McCoy, 72, of Davenport, FL passed Wednesday, September 7, 2011.  Ruth was born on September 15, 1938 in Columbus, IN, the daughter of Arthur and Helen Hornback.  She had lived in Central Florida for the past 25 years, during that time working at Walt Disney World. Ruth is survived by her children, Rick McCoy of Montverde, FL, Lorinda...

Peter Joseph Auer

Peter Joseph Auer

Sep 6, 2011

Peter Joseph Auer, Jr., 86, of Clermont, FL passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2011.  Peter was born on May 29, 1925 in New York City, NY, the son of Peter and Frances Auer.  He was a retired merchandise manager for Sears and Roebuck Co.  Peter served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was involved in the Battle...

Blanca S. Hankins Porter

Blanca S. Hankins Porter

Sep 6, 2011

Blanca S. Hankins Porter, 60, of Clermont, FL passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2011.  Blanca was born on June 15, 1951 in Medillin, Columbia, the daughter of Martin and Maria Ospina.  She was a homemaker and attended Real Life Christian Church, Clermont. Blanca is survived by her loving husband, Dan; sons, Paul Hankins of Tyndall AFB, Panama City, FL, Richard...

J. Howard Anderson

J. Howard Anderson

Sep 2, 2011

J. Howard Anderson was born on August 13, 1942 to Earl and Esther Anderson in Kaimoisi, Kenya. He was the youngest of three boys, Herbert (Dilly) four years older and Willard two years his senior. His parents were second and third generation missionaries, Howard grew up in Kenya as a very immersed MK in African culture and living. He came...

Irene Graciela Bejana

Irene Graciela Bejana

Sep 2, 2011

Irene Graciela Bajana, 85, Clermont, passed away September 2, 2011 at South Lake Hospital. She was born May 9, 1926 in Vinces, Ecudor daughter of Alejandro Bajana & Luz Naranjo. She was a homemaker and a local resident since 2000 from Ecuador. surviving are her children Guillermo Tapia Bajana, Carlos Tapia Bajana & Consuelo Tapia Banana all of Ecuador; Luz...

William Victor Ledue

William Victor Ledue

Sep 2, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Ledue will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow in Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, with military honors being rendered. The family suggests memorial contributions to Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778.

Richard Anthony Owen

Richard Anthony Owen

Aug 31, 2011

Richard Anthony Owen, 80, Clermont, FL passed away August 31, 2011 at the Mike Conley Hospice House. He was born September 30, 1930 in Jackson, MI son of Guy & Sophia Owen and was a central Florida resident since 1969. On July 16, 1984 he was united in marriage to Sharon Shields. He retired after 23 years of employment from...

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