Obituaries

Hugh Keal Annable

Mar 19, 2025

Hugh Annable, 68, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Orlando, FL.

Hugh is survived by his daughter Paige Vaughan (Brock) and his 3 grandchildren Parker, Audrey and Savannah, of Jacksonville, NC, His brothers Ed, Paul (Stephanie) and Chris Annable.

Hugh is preceded in death by his father Edward Annable, his mother Ann (McCarey) Annable and his son Hugh Keal Annable Jr.

Hugh...

John Sewell

Mar 16, 2025

John William Sewell of Longwood, passed away on March 16 at the age of 98.

Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, John moved to Orlando in 1961. John and Millie were married almost 67 years before she passed on January 13, 2019. They enjoyed traveling in their RV, square dancing, and cruising.

He will be buried at Chapel Hill Cemetery...

Walter Talmadge Bates

Mar 12, 2025

Walter Talmadge Bates, 90, died on March 12, 2025. He was a native Floridian born in Orlando. Walt was a hard worker and it lead him to a long and successful career at Lockheed Martin (Martin Marietta), retiring in 1992 after 34 years.

Back in the day, he was an avid Fastpitch Softball fan, player, and managed Hol’ N One Donut,...

Juana Aida Reyes

Mar 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Juana Aida Reyes

A Life of Love, Dedication, and Resilience

Juana Aida Reyes, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, at the age of 91. Juana was born on February 8, 1934, in Algarrobo, Camagüey, Cuba and her life was a testament to the strength, wisdom, and unwavering love she shared with...

Greta Wren

Mar 12, 2025

Greta Wren, 87, of Orlando, Florida, passed away on March 11, 2025. She was a homemaker and pillar of the family; a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Greta was preceded in death by Guy Wren, her loving husband of 62 years, and her daughter Kimberly Wren Ray.

She is survived by her children: Christopher Wren and wife Starr, Mark Wren, Sharon...

William "Will" Lee Massey

Mar 7, 2025

It is with immeasurable sadness and shattered hearts that we share the passing of William 'Will' Lee Massey, who left this world far too soon at the incredibly young age of 41. Will died at home in Cocoa Beach, Florida of an apparent heart attack. Will was born to George William and Mary Swindle Massey on July 2, 1983. Born...

Dale Croft

Mar 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dale B. Croft, born on May 25, 1962, in Edinburgh, Scotland. Dale departed this life on March 7, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

Dale will be remembered fondly by his beloved wife, Laura "Cris" Croft, who together shared a life filled...

Dr. Carol Popejoy Wilson

Mar 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Wilson, who left us peacefully at home with family on March 6, 2025, at the age of 83. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

Born on July 2, 1941, in Bloomington, Illinois, Carol was the beloved daughter of Ira and Dorothy Popejoy. She was...

Bonnie Joyce Amato

Mar 1, 2025

Bonnie Joyce (Macaluso) Amato (1946-2025)

Bonnie Joyce Amato, 78, formerly of Toms River, NJ, died at home in Orlando, FL of Alzheimer’s disease on March 1, 2025. 

She was born in Red Bank, NJ on June 19, 1946 to Virginia (Day) and Dominick Macaluso. She attended Neptune High School where she met her husband of 58 years, Benjamin Amato.

Bonnie graduated from Ocean...

Sheila Brennan

Feb 27, 2025

Sheila Fay Allgood Brennan, born on September 9, 1946, in Yazoo City, Mississippi, to William Edward Allgood, Jr. and Eunice Fay Vigil Allgood Creel, passed from this earth with family by her side on February 27, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. Known for her warm heart, beautiful smile, big hugs and delicious homemade bread, Sheila dedicated her life to caring for...

Matilde Teresa Mel

Feb 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Matilde Mel, a cherished mother, daughter, spouse, grandmother, and great-grandmother and friend, who left us peacefully on February 27, 2025, at the remarkable age of 93.

Matilde was born in Argentina, where her vibrant spirit and deep love for her homeland flourished. In her 30's she...

Francis Ernest Garrett

Feb 22, 2025

Francis Ernest Garrett, Frank, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025 in Orlando, FL. He was born on March 5, 1930 in Abingdon, VA, the son of Stanley Lee and Margaret Berry Garrett. Frank graduated from Cleveland High School, King College and George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 as a teacher in...

Wilma "Betty" Erwin

Feb 21, 2025

Wilma "Betty" Bess Henderson Erwin of Orlando, Florida passed away peacefully at home on February 21st, 2025. Betty was born in Bartow, Florida on August 11th, 1924 to Aaron Davis and Willie Irene Henderson. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Thomas C. Erwin, her son, Bobby, her sister-in-law, Rachel, and five of her siblings: Buck, Kenny,...

Awilda Ortiz Ferrer

Feb 18, 2025

Awilda Ortiz Ferrer was born on 12,03,1955. She was loved by her husband Fernando Ortiz. She was a mother of five Alberto Pacheco, Richard Pacheco, Cristina Pacheco, Fernando Ortiz and Lourdes Ortiz she was also blessed with four beautiful stepdaughters. Carmen Ortiz, Julieta Ortiz, Maria Ortiz and Zoveyda Ortiz. 

 She loved to create amazing art like vases, picture frame and clothing....

Jacqueline Gideons

Feb 12, 2025

On Wednesday February 12th 2025 Jacqueline Gideons was called home to be with her Savior. For the FIRST time Jacqueline was able to see as she walked through the pearly gates! She was born in Orlando, FL on July 10th, 1948 to Johnie Jackson Gideons and Lourene Gideons. She attended school for the Blind in St.Agustine, FL.  She also earned...

Herbert Eugenio Santana

Feb 8, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Herbert Eugenio Santana, who left us peacefully on February 8 at the age of 96. Herbert was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.

Herbert was born in Camaguey, Cuba, to Estanislao Santana and Gertrudis Molina Santana. As the eldest son, he was raised in a household that valued...

Lisa Marie Allen-Barnes

Feb 8, 2025

Lisa Marie Allen-Barnes, age 60, left us on February 8, 2025. Lisa was an amazing mother to her two daughters, Alexandra and Sydney. She was a caring daughter to Mary Allen, and she was a thoughtful and perfect fit for her partner, William Eppwright. She also leaves behind many close friends and family members.

Lisa had a beautiful spirit. Born and...

Abraham Cruz III

Feb 2, 2025

Abraham Cruz, 47, beloved Spouse, Father, and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on February 2, 2025. He entered this world on March 4, 1977, in New York, NY, born to Abraham and Maria Cruz. He is survived by his spouse Melissa Cruz; his daughters Kayla, Jazmin, Isabel Cruz, sister Milagros Cruz, aunt Miguelina Rivera, and his mother...

Thomas A Golay

Jan 28, 2025

Thomas Golay, 81, beloved Son, Spouse, Father, Father-in-law and Friend, was called to his eternal resting place on January 28, 2025. He entered this world on February 9, 1943, in Lumberton, NC, born to James and Juliette Golay. He is survived by his spouse Deborah Golay; daughter Tracy Garbers (Mike Garbers); son Patrick Golay (Amy Golay); and son Nicholas Dukes.

A...

Joan Lemke Stine

Jan 21, 2025

Joan Lemke Stine, 89, Orlando, Florida, passed away on January 21, 2025. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 15, 1935, to Frederick W. Lemke and Isobel Reddick Lemke. In freshmen English class at the University of Florida, she met Joseph P. Stine. On June 4, 1956, they were married and have since celebrated sixty eight *happy* years of...