OBITUARIES

Dec 14, 2025

Terry G. Benton, 82, went to heaven from his daughter's home in Florida.  On December 14, 2025, to be with Jesus Christ our savior and family members that preceded him in death.

Born in Akron, Ohio, he lived in California most of his life.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church...

Dec 14, 2025

Marcella "Marcy" Kibler Becker, 87, of Clermont, FL passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, under the care of Cornerstone Hospice.  Marcy was born on May 24, 1938, in Ravenna, OH, daughter of Charles and Helen Kibler.  She grew up in Atwater, OH and after graduation attended college at Kent State University before becoming employed with Ohio Bell.  ...

Dec 10, 2025

Francis "Frank" Hogan, 71, passed away surrounded by his family at his home in Groveland, Florida on December 10, 2025. He resided in New Jersey before moving to Florida in 2013. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 26 years Mary, daughter Anastasia and partner Roy, son Daniel and fiance Caylene, son James, granddaughter Elena, mother-in-law...

Dec 8, 2025

Gabriel Thomas Hagan, beloved son, brother, and treasured friend, entered the arms of Jesus on December 8th, 2025, after a courageous and grace-filled battle, surrounded by immeasurable love. Though his time on earth was far too short, Gabriel lived with a depth of strength, faith, and gentleness that far exceeded his years.

Born...

Dec 7, 2025

John (Jonas) Arvydas Sandargas was called home to our lord on Sunday, December 7th, 2025.

Born  May 13th, 1942, to Jonas & Aldona Sandargas, John or PoPs to all who knew him, was an Ambitious, Generous and Kind individual who touched the lives of all who knew him.

He...

Dec 7, 2025

Thomas E. Coons January 31, 1940 – December 7, 2025

Thomas E. Coons, 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Clermont, FL on December 7, 2025. Born and raised in New Jersey, he moved to Florida in 2005.  He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Adrienne, his children, Lillian...

Dec 6, 2025

It is with heartfelt love and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Rita Stewart Walker, who went home to be with the Lord on December 6, 2025.  Born on September 23, 1950, in Clermont, Florida, she was the beloved daughter of Amos and Lillian (Gaffney) Stewart.

Rita devoted her life to...

Dec 5, 2025

Marie C. Voorhees, passed December 5, 2025. She lived to be 95 years old!

Marie was born on August 16, 1930 to Lucy (Battistoni) and Anthony Ciaschini in Springfield Massachusetts. She was married to Donald Voorhees on July 4, 1952.

Marie is preceded in death by her parents, her...

Dec 3, 2025

Roger M. Coutcher, 59, of Clermont, Florida, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

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Nov 30, 2025

Jere Lord Dearborn

1944–2025

Jere Dearborn, beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on November 30th at their home in Clermont, Florida.  He was surrounded by the love of his wife of 61 years, Sally, and of his family, who...

Nov 30, 2025

Francis (Frank) Robert Frech Jr., 75, of Groveland Florida, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at Norfolk General Hospital. A celebration of life service will take place at Becker Funeral Home on December 15, 2025, at 1 p.m. Interment with full Military Honors will be held Tuesday, December 16, 11am, at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.

Nov 30, 2025

Illa Mae (Nelson) Purl , originally from Knoxville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30th, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was born on April 22, 1942, in rural Gilson, Illinois, the daughter of Kenneth D. and Evelyn (Wilson) Nelson. She graduated from Knoxville High School in 1960...

Nov 29, 2025

Marlyn Margaret (Holze) Kremer was born June 16, 1933 in Elgin, Illinois, and died November 29, 2025 in Clermont, FL. Marlyn was predeceased by her husband Donald J Kremer, to whom she was married for 64 years. She is survived by her children; Cindy Falkey (Paul), Vivian Powers (Mark), Don Kremer Jr (Denise) and Debbie Hale (PK)....

Nov 29, 2025

Daniel S. Hunt, MD, passed away on November 29, 2025, with his loving wife of 47 years at his side. Born October 25, 1952, in Billings, Montana, to Rodney Y. Hunt and Edith R. Lovelace, Dan grew up in Anaconda, where he graduated from high school before working briefly in the Burlington Northern Railway Roundhouse. In 1972...

Nov 29, 2025

Patrice Marie Fiduccia (nee Gilroy), loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Clermont, Florida on November 29,2025. Pat, the daughter of William and Helen (Coyne) Gilroy, was born in Newark, New Jersey on September 11, 1948

Pat is survived by her husband of 54 years, James (Jim) Paul...

Nov 27, 2025

Sandra B. Eckstein (September 28, 1939 - November 27, 2025)

Sandra B. Eckstein age 86, passed away November 27, 2025 in Clermont, Florida where she and her husband Gregory resided since 2003.  Sandra was born to James and Vera Swinbanks, and raised in Chicago, IL.  She attended St. Anne's School of Nursing in...

Nov 25, 2025

Bishop Nyle T. Vernon, 81, of Minneola, FL, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025. He was a retired Bishop with the Church of God of Prophecy and a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Nyle was ordained as a Minister in 2001, and served the Oviedo Church of God of Prophecy until his retirement in...

Nov 25, 2025

David Dixon, 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday,  November 25, 2025 at Waterman Advent Hospital in Tavares Florida. David was a man of great faith and loved his family. He is preceded by his son Mark Dixon and his wife Sheila Dixon. David Dixon is survived by his children Jeffrey Dixon , Pamela Blandford, Kelly Savoy, Shannon...

Nov 23, 2025

Perry Lynn Brigmond, 67, of Clermont, Florida, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025.

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Nov 23, 2025

Andrew Peter Franketti August 17, 1965 to November 23, 2025

Andrew Peter Franketti, 60, passed away on November 23, 2025. He was born on August 17, 1965 in Sandusky, Ohio, where he graduated from Sandusky High School in 1985. Andrew proudly represented his school both on the golf team and the football field....