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Preston Smith Jr.

Preston Smith Jr.

Feb 11, 2025

Preston Smith Jr. December 22, 1928 - February 11, 2025

Preston Smith Jr., a devoted husband, father, and community servant, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Clermont, Florida. Throughout his 96 years, he touched countless lives through his dedication to service, unwavering integrity, and compassionate heart.

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Thomas Charles Tormey, Sr.

Thomas Charles Tormey, Sr.

Feb 11, 2025

Thomas Charles Tormey, Sr., 86, of Clermont, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

The family will receive friends Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 3pm until 7pm with a Catholic Prayer Service at 4pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 11am at Blessed Sacrament Cathloic Church....

Sandra Rodriguez Gautier

Sandra Rodriguez Gautier

Feb 10, 2025

Sandra Rodriguez Gautier, 59, of Clermont, Florida, passed away Monday, February 10, 2025.

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Kathleen A Olson

Kathleen A Olson

Feb 9, 2025

Kathleen "Pinky" Olson Was Taken by our Lord on February 9, 2025 at Cornerstone Hospice in Clermont, Florida where she was a patient for 3 days.

Kathleen has been a resident of Groveland, Florida since 2014 when she and her immediate family relocated from Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on April 25,...

Alvado Jose Landaberde, Jr.

Alvado Jose Landaberde, Jr.

Feb 6, 2025

Alvado (Vado) Jose Landaberde, age 42, of Groveland, Florida, passed away early on the morning of February 6th, 2025 after a brief, but fiercely fought battle with liver disease surrounded by his loved ones in Orlando, Florida.

He is survived by his four children, Mary, Jasmine, Tyler, and Lita. He is also survived...

Dorothy Kathleen Johnson

Dorothy Kathleen Johnson

Feb 4, 2025

Dorothy Kathleen 'Kathy' Johnson, age 74, was called to meet the Lord on February 4, 2025.

She was born on February 20, 1950 to Ernest and Elizabeth Barineau of Tallahassee,Florida.

Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Jerry Johnson of Groveland, FL., son Keith Johnson of Orlando, FL., daughter...

Stella Ruth Houliaras

Stella Ruth Houliaras

Feb 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stella Ruth Houliaras (Newsome), 74, on February 4, 2025. Stella was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey to Ruth and Lewis Newsome. Stella was preceded in death by her sisters, Debbie and Edna; survived by sister, Louann.

After working hard for many years...

Angel L. Marcano Lopez

Angel L. Marcano Lopez

Feb 3, 2025

Angel L. Marcano Lopez, 90, of Clermont, Florida, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025.

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Lois Marie Matthews

Lois Marie Matthews

Feb 2, 2025

Lois Marie Matthews, 65, of Center Hill, Florida, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025.

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Michael Len Hollywood

Michael Len Hollywood

Feb 2, 2025

Michael Len Hollywood was born September 28, 1946 to Jack and Virginia Hollywood. The Los Angeles Herald Tribune of that date proclaimed him the first Hollywood to be born in Hollywood. Later, the Hollywood family, including Mike and his younger brother Ron, ventured to Santa Barbara, California to grow their family tile business. The young Mike, a...

Robert Francis Saunderson

Robert Francis Saunderson

Jan 31, 2025

Robert Francis Saunderson

Feb. 10, 1947 -  Jan. 31, 2025 Born to parents Robert B and Eileen (Gallagher) Saunderson. The oldest of 4 children growing up in Westbury NY. Rob attended St. Brigid's Parish School and was active in the church as an Altar Boy and CYO Athlete. He player Little League Baseball...

Michael D Brown

Michael D Brown

Jan 31, 2025

Michael Don Brown, 77, of Clermont, Florida, passed away on January 31, 2025.  He was born on July 18, 1947 in Anniston, Alabama, to Betty and Jesse Brown. After graduating high school, and after his time as a self-proclaimed original hippie,  Michael embarked on a journey with the Merchant Marines before establishing himself as a highly respected...

Ramiro Cruz

Ramiro Cruz

Jan 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we celebrate the life of Ramiro Cruz, a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. Ramiro was born in Brownsville, Texas, and in his early years, he worked as a migrant worker, traveling across many states, including Ohio, North Carolina, Indiana, and Texas. In 1969, his journey led him to Florida, where...

Raymond Peter Pyka

Raymond Peter Pyka

Jan 31, 2025

Ray Pyka

May 19, 1941 - January 31, 2025

Ray Pyka passed away peacefully in his home with his wife, Sharon, at his side, on January 31, 2025, after a long battle with cancer.

He took great pride in his career as a Connecticut State...

Benno Vittorio Sittrop

Benno Vittorio Sittrop

Jan 30, 2025

Benno V. Sittrop,86, of Clermont, Florida passed away on January 30, 2025.

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Townly Erol Hylton

Townly Erol Hylton

Jan 30, 2025

Townly Hylton, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on January 16, 1954, to Uel Hylton and Hortense Love, Townly lived a life full of love, laughter, and generosity.

A true gentle giant, Townly had a heart for people. He found joy in...

Megan Agatha Ogle

Megan Agatha Ogle

Jan 29, 2025

Megan Agatha Ogle Megan was born to Adolphus & Mildred Gibson on December 16, 1936 in Georgetown British Guiana (when they gained their Independence it was then recognized as Guyana). In her school years Megan attended St. Barnabas Primary school in Georgetown, Guyana. Megan joined the British Guyana Police Force in 1957. She was one of eight...

Terry Del Monk

Terry Del Monk

Jan 29, 2025

Terry Del Monk was born on October 6, 1969 and passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025.

Terry was born in Jacksonville, Florida. He spent most of his life in Central Florida. He graduated from Groveland High School in 1987.

He worked as a veterinarian technician at South Lake...

Marion Elaine Sjoblom

Marion Elaine Sjoblom

Jan 27, 2025

Marion Elaine Sjoblom, 74, of Clermont, Florida, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025.

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James Ferguson

James Ferguson

Jan 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of James Avillian Ferguson

With heavy hearts and deepest sympathy, we announce the passing of James Avillian Ferguson, a beloved father, cherished grandfather, brother, nephew, distinguished veteran, and accomplished professional. Born on July 4, 1939, in Rock Hill, SC, to Virginia Biggers Johnson and Wilbert Holmes Ferguson, Sr. James peacefully...

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