Obituaries

Local Florida Obituaries

Charles Edward Robinette

Charles Edward Robinette

Nov 30, 2025

Charles Edward Robinette, 69, of Eustis, passed away November 30th 2025. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, he moved to Florida in the early 1960s. He owned and operated Eagle Exterminating, Tavares for many years. Charles is survived by his daughter, Nicole Barbarow, Sanford, FL; 4 brothers, Jeff Robinette, Virginia, Tom Robinette, North Carolina, Walter Robinette, Colorado, and Doug Robinette, Florida. Memorial...

Alicia Arroyo

Alicia Arroyo

Nov 28, 2025

Alicia Arroyo, age 66, departed this world on November 28, 2025, in Eustis, Florida. Born in Brooklyn, New York, on October 15, 1959, Alicia’s passion for knowledge was evident early in life, reflected in her work at Cornell University Medical College and her teaching at Brooklyn Technical College. In the mid-1990s, Alicia relocated to Miami and later to Orlando. She...

Bertram Frederick Collins

Bertram Frederick Collins

Nov 24, 2025

Bertram F. Collins, age 99, went Home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 24, 2025. He was born in Newton, Massachusetts, to Edmund and Marion Collins and, following their demise, was adopted and raised by his aunt and uncle, Harry and Bertha Stanbon, in Marblehead, Massachusetts. In 1944, he was inducted into the U.S. Army, served in Special...

Mark C. Harrigan

Mark C. Harrigan

Nov 21, 2025

Mark C. Harrigan, 90, of Eustis, passed away peacefully Friday, November 21, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he moved to Eustis in 2024 from Cape May County, New Jersey. He was an Automotive Master Mechanic and, more importantly, Father and Pop Pop to his Children and Grandchildren as well as Poppie to his Great-grandkids . Mark is survived by his...

Douglas Brian Martin

Douglas Brian Martin

Nov 20, 2025

Douglas Brian Martin, aged 65, of Sanford, Florida, passed away on November 20, 2025. Born in Covington, Kentucky, Douglas moved to Florida in 1969 from Independence, Kentucky, where he embraced his calling as a handyman, helping many in his community. Douglas is lovingly remembered by his parents, Ed and Jan Martin of Mount Dora, Florida, his daughter, Tiffany Dawn Martin...

Carolyn J. Iannone

Carolyn J. Iannone

Nov 20, 2025

Carolyn J. Iannone, aged 91, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Carolyn relocated to Central Florida in 1970, having previously lived in Kinnelon, New Jersey. Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to her family as a loving mother and homemaker. Carolyn is remembered fondly by her daughter, Denice C. Rogers, and...

Darell L. Karstetter

Darell L. Karstetter

Nov 16, 2025

Darell Louis Karstetter, age 84, of Sorrento, Florida, peacefully passed away on November 16, 2025. Born in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, Darell made Sorrento his home in 2001 after relocating from Loganton, Pennsylvania. Throughout his career, Darell dedicated himself to the field of Aviation Electronics, a profession that he continued until his retirement. In addition to his professional achievements, he proudly...

Leah Dawn Everett

Leah Dawn Everett

Nov 14, 2025

Leah Everett, aged 57, of Eustis, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025. Leah was born in Pontiac, Michigan, and made her way to Eustis in 2018, relocating from Douglasville, Georgia. She touched many lives as a dedicated teacher. Leah is lovingly remembered by her mother, Marie J. Everett of Eustis, and her brothers, Stephen L. (Penny) Everett II...

Arlene Pomeroy Riley

Arlene Pomeroy Riley

Nov 13, 2025

Arlene Pomeroy Riley, 88, of Eustis, Florida, peacefully passed away on November 13, 2025.

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Arlene spent her formative years growing up in Tampa and Miami, Florida. While in Tampa, she was honored in 1950 as the Queen of the May in the Hillsborough Children’s May Day Festival.

Arlene resided for many years in Arlington, Virginia, where she made...

David Ansel Hall, Jr.

David Ansel Hall, Jr.

Nov 11, 2025

David Ansel Hall, Jr., age 87, of Eustis, Florida, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. He was born as a twin (Gene and David) in Bryson City, North Carolina, to David Ansel Hall, and Nina Bradley. David had 8 brothers and Sisters. He married the love of his life Lillie Mae Ramsey and was married for 57 years...

Mary M. Phillips

Mary M. Phillips

Nov 3, 2025

Mary M. Phillips, 82, of Tavares, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025. Born in New Rochelle, New York, she has lived in Lake County on and off since 1986. She owned and operated several Clock/Watch Shops Including the Cuckoo Nest in Mount Dora. Mary is survived by her daughter. Stephanie Phillips, Tavares, FL; granddaughter, Stephanie Murray; 4 great-grandchildren, Jamaica, Chloe,...

Eugene G. Hill

Eugene G. Hill

Nov 1, 2025

Eugene G. (Gene) Hill, aged 86, of Eustis, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home filled with many of his family on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Born in Kinston, North Carolina, Gene transitioned to Central Florida in the 1970s, bringing with him a spirit of dedication and entrepreneurship. He was involved in the insurance industry for over 50 years. His...

Shelby Jean Campbell

Shelby Jean Campbell

Oct 31, 2025

Shelby Jean Campbell, age 78, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away on October 30, 2025. Born in Ticonderoga, New York, Shelby made the move to Leesburg in 2024, having previously resided in Honeoye Falls, New York. In her professional life, she served as an Administrative Secretary in Property Management, where she was known for her dedication and commitment. Shelby enjoyed playing...

Wayne Priestley Pritt

Wayne Priestley Pritt

Oct 29, 2025

Wayne Priestley Pritt (Pritski)May 17, 1939 – October 29, 2025

On October 29, 2025, our family said goodbye to our beloved father and pawpaw, Wayne Pritt – affectionately known to those that knew and loved him as Pritski or Mr. Wayne. He was a proud West Virginian whose humor, generosity, and love for his family left an unforgettable mark on everyone...

Robert Lee "Bob" Moulden

Robert Lee "Bob" Moulden

Oct 24, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert L. "Bob" Moulden, age 83, of Eustis, Florida, who left us on October 24, 2025. Bob was born in Jacksonville, Florida, and made his home in Eustis in 1981 after moving from Gainesville. Bob enjoyed a successful career as a Senior Account Agent with Allstate and was the...

Barbara Ann Agurto

Barbara Ann Agurto

Oct 23, 2025

Barbara Ann Agurto 

1952-2025

Barbara was born in Jackson, MI on November 12,1952, she was the youngest of 16 children. Growing up in a busy household there was always someone to play with and she often depended on her older siblings to care for her.

After graduation from high school, she moved to California and then to many states throughout the years. She...

Phyllis MeClewski Dedrick

Phyllis MeClewski Dedrick

Oct 20, 2025

Phyllis MeClewski Dedrick, 77, of Eustis, Florida, passed away peacefully in her sleep Monday, October 20, 2025. She was born on April 10, 1948 in St. Augustine, Florida to Peter and Willa Mae Meclewski. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Florida and with a Master’s from the University of Northern Iowa. She raised her...

Maria Antonia Gjivoje Drazinic

Maria Antonia Gjivoje Drazinic

Oct 19, 2025

Maria Antonia Gjivoje Drazinic, 88, of Eustis, Florida, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Shands Hospital University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida.

Maria was born in Lastovo, Dalmatia, Croatia, on May 6, 1937. Her father, Antun Gjivoje told her mother Dragica Ivelja Gjivoje that should anything happen to him, she and Maria should go to America, because the hard...

Philip Andrew Levingston

Philip Andrew Levingston

Oct 18, 2025

Philip Andrew Levingston, affectionately known as Phil, was born on February 10, 1968, in Independence, Missouri to the late Willard Loyd and Marilyn Joyce (Barks) Levingston. He passed away peacefully at his residence in Eustis, Florida, on October 18, 2025, leaving behind a profound legacy of service and commitment to his community. Phil's career began in law enforcement, where he...