OBITUARIES

May 4, 2024

James (Jim) Heyworth Smith of Clermont, FL passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 4th, 2024.  He was 80 years old.

Born and raised in Lynn Massachusetts, he excelled in band while graduating from Lynn English. He raised a family with his beloved wife, the late Pauline Smith, in Plymouth, MA, as...

May 2, 2024

It is with great sorrow to inform you all of the passing of McKenzie Bailey.  Kenzie was a loving mother of two boys, Easton and Cooper; and a dedicated with to her husband, Evan Bailey.  McKenzie is survived also by her loving and loyal parents, Amy and Rick Ridenour.

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May 2, 2024

David John Weemhoff, beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Pastor, and Friend moved from his earthly home into his eternal home with his Savior and Lord on May 2, 2024 at nearly 70 years old. Dave was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on June 13, 1954, grew up in Grand Rapids, then Jenison MI. He attended Sylvan...

Apr 30, 2024

Constance R. Williams, 73, of Groveland, Florida passed away on April 30, 2024.

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Apr 29, 2024

Ralph Anthony Pescuma, 92, of Clermont passed away April 29, 2024.

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Apr 29, 2024

Charles "Boo Boo" Bodiford was born on November 21, 1956 in Tallahassee, Florida. He died peacefully in his sleep on April 29, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.

Boo Boo's greatest joys in life were hunting, gator hunting, fishing, camping, and Sunday dinners with his family. He would spend countless hours sitting in...

Apr 28, 2024

Nelida Torres, 88, of Davenport, FL passed away peacefully under the care of family and hospice, on April 28th. Born in 1936 in Jayuya, Puerto Rico, to Isabel Solis & Rufino Santana, she was raised by her uncle and aunt, Amadeo Solis and Onelia Hernandez. At a young age, she relocated to New York, where she met...

Apr 26, 2024

Frank G. Casanova 53, of Clermont, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024.  He was born in Michigan in 1970 and moved to Florida in 1988 to enlist in the US Navy.  He had two children, one sister and two brothers. Frank enlisted in the Navy after high school and during his tenure he served in the...

Apr 26, 2024

Michael J Simmons was born November 25, 1942 and passed away at his residence in Minneola on April 26, 2024.

Mike was born and raised in St. Cloud, Florida.  He is survived by his wife Elaine.  He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar Simmons and his mother, Lonie Simmons.

Apr 25, 2024

Sharyne E. Walker, 74, of Clermont, Florida passed away on April 25, 2024.

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Apr 15, 2024

Clayton Verdell Gilbert, a cherished resident of Leesburg, breathed his last on Monday, April 15, 2024, at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of family and friends who will carry his memory for generations to come.

Clayton Verdell Gilbert, simply known as Verdell to his friends and family, was born on...

Apr 12, 2024

Allen Edward Keefer, 88, of Kissimmee, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2024. He was born in Saltillo, Pennsylvania, to the late Colonel L. and Blanche Keefer.  He had three brothers, and three sisters.

Allen enlisted in the USAF, serving from 1954 to 1958 in France, primarily as an aircraft mechanic.  After...

Apr 12, 2024

Virgen Alvarado Pablos, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, passed away on April 12, 2024 after a courageous battle with Lewy body dementia. She was a shining example of love, generosity, and selflessness.

Born in Puerto Rico on January 11, 1943, Virgen moved with her parents and siblings to New York City,...

Apr 11, 2024

Theodore Henry "Ted" Oko, 86, of Clermont, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024.

A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, April 19, 2024, 1pm at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.  A Visitation will be held Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 4pm until 7pm at Becker Funeral Home.

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Apr 8, 2024

Jean Paul (JP) Charron, was 100 years old October 16, 1923 – April 8, 2024 He was born in Holyoke, Mass. He enlisted in the US Navy in March 1943 and was a signalman during WWII. He lived in Miami, Fl. where he met and married Mary Rosalie Gravely (they were married over 60 years).  All 9...

Apr 6, 2024

Carmen M. Santos

3 de marzo del 1943 - 6 de abril 2024

Extrañamos tu presencia, atesoramos tus recuerdos en nuestros corazones. Pero sobre todo te amaremos por siempre. Jamás te olvidaremos.

La familia te invita a un servicio en su memoria:

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Apr 6, 2024

Charlotte Kanter Gums, 94, Gainesville, Fl passed away on April 6, 2024 after a brief illness. She was born February 16, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI and worked as a licensed practical nurse before retiring to move to Florida. She recently moved to Gainesville, Fl in 2019 after living for years in Clermont, Fl. In Clermont she was...

Apr 2, 2024

Vivian Giachetti Reed, age 92, of Clermont Florida passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband of 39 years Bob Giachetti, son Christopher Giachetti and second husband of 34 years Bill Reed.

Vivian is survived by sons Robert "Robin" Giachetti (Roni) and Richard "Rick" Giachetti (Terry); step-daughters Reneé...

Apr 2, 2024

Ludivina Santiago, 77 of Brooklyn, New York passed away on April 2, 2024.

The family requests for those attending the funeral to wear bright colors to honor Ludivina's memory.

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Mar 30, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jacob Eli Baldridge June 17, 1990 – March 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Jacob Baldridge, at his home in Groveland, Florida, on March 30th, 2024. Born to Sonia Hiraldo Flecha and Ronald Baldridge on June 17th, 1990, Jacob's enthusiasm for...