Local Florida Obituaries
Robert Dale Priest
Sep 30, 2024
Robert "Bob" Dale Priest, age 80, of Eustis, Florida, passed away on September 30, 2024. Born in Eden Township, Licking County, Ohio, Bob relocated to Florida in 2010 from Clarksdale, Mississippi.
Until his last breath, Bob was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather, as well as a devout Christian. Bob dedicated much of his professional life to public service, working as...
Donald Horry Bedell
Sep 30, 2024
Donald Horry Bedell, 81, of Lady Lake, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024. Born in Coral Gables, Florida, he moved to Lady Lake in 2020 from Jacksonville, Florida. He worked as a Correctional Officer at the Butner, NC Correctional Facility, Don was a member of the Whitney Baptist Church, Leesburg and was the former sexton of St. Paul's Episcopal Church...
Beverley Ionie Spencer-Sibblies
Sep 28, 2024
Beverley Spencer-Sibblies, 71, of Eustis, Florida, passed away on Saturday, September 28th. Born on February 7, 1953, in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Jamaica, to Cecil and Cladine Spencer, Beverley was the youngest of 12 children and always full of life. She began her education at Homestead All-Age School, then spent some time at Inswood Primary School, and later attended Spanish...
Carolyn Moore Gay
Sep 27, 2024
Carolyn Moore Gay, aged 63, of Eustis, Florida, departed this life on Friday, September 27, 2024. Born to Ray and Darlene Watson in Orlando, Florida, she proudly embraced her identity as a lifelong Floridian. Carolyn dedicated her career to being a Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry, demonstrating her strong work ethic. She is lovingly remembered by her husband...
Eric Ray Syfert, Jr.
Sep 27, 2024
Eric Ray Syfert, Jr., 56, of Leesburg, also known as the "One Arm Peanut Guy" passed away Friday, September 27, 2024. Born in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, he moved to Central Florida in 1972 from Indianapolis, Indiana. He was a Metal Fabricator. Eric is survived by his father, Eric Ray Syfert, Sr., Ambrose, GA; mother, Cheryl Sanna, Spring Hill, FL;...
Donald Stephen Roberts
Sep 26, 2024
Rev. Donald Stephen Roberts, aged 78, departed this life in Leesburg, Florida, on September 26, 2024.
The only child of Donald Ross Roberts and Helen Jean Angel, Don was born in Kentucky in 1946, but three years later, his family began moving around the country. One of those places was Ft. Myers, Florida, which eventually became his more permanent home until...
Bobby W. Ensley
Sep 26, 2024
Bobby W. Ensley, 78, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024. Born and lived in Cleveland, Tennessee until he moved to Mount Dora in the early 1970s. Bobby was an Animal Control Officer with Mount Dora Police Department prior to his retirement. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patricia A. Ensley of Mount Dora,...
Ronda Lee Miller
Sep 21, 2024
Ronda Lee Miller, 74, departed this life on September 21, 2024, in Apopka, Florida. Born in Ridgewood, New Jersey, to the loving parents, Cornelius and Emma Van Valkenburg, Ronda's journey brought her to Central Florida in 1977, after having spent time in Miramar, Florida. A dedicated Credit Manager in the flooring industry, Ronda exemplified professionalism and commitment in her field....
Mary Elizabeth Aylward
Sep 16, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Aylward, 52, of Tavares, Florida, passed away Monday, September 16, 2024. Born in Boynton Beach, Florida, she moved to Tavares in 2014 from South Florida. She was a Beautician. She is survived by her Parents, Bill and Carol Aylward of Leesburg, FL; Cherished Son, John Dutka of Freehold, NJ; Brother, Larry (Tricia) Aylward of Ormond Beach, FL; Beloved...
Jon Hobbs Boulware
Sep 10, 2024
Jon Hobbs Boulware, 84, of Altoona, Florida, passed away on September 10, 2024. Born in Leesburg, Florida, Jon was a proud lifelong resident of Lake County, having graduated from Tavares High School in 1958. Jon dedicated many years to his career as a drug store manager and proudly served in the United States Navy. He found immense joy in serving...
Norman John Remington
Aug 30, 2024
Norman John Remington, aged 88, of Sorrento, Florida, peacefully passed away on August 30,2024. Born in Warwick, Rhode Island, he was the cherished son of the late Norman and Esther (Peck) Remington. In 2005, Norman relocated to Sorrento from Coventry, Rhode Island, where he built a life filled with dedication and service. Throughout his career, Norman was an assembly line...
Leanne Elizabeth Goddard
Aug 27, 2024
Leanne Elizabeth Goddard, 56, made the journey to her eternal home on August 27, 2024, where she now rests safely in the arms of our Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Leanne's five-year battle with Myasthenia Gravis never once caused her to lose even a grain of her faith in Jesus. Leanne was passionate about sharing the love of our Lord...
James "Jim" M. Pierce
Aug 23, 2024
James M. Pierce also known as Jim but affectionately called "Porky", 72 years old of Eustis, FL and Monroeville, PA, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024. Born in Braddock, Pennsylvania, he was a member of the Norwin, PA Elks Lodge #2313 and an associate member of the Eustis Elks Lodge #1578. He was also an avid Harley-Davidson Motorcycle enthusiast and...
Ruth Elizabeth Ryan
Aug 20, 2024
Ruth Elizabeth nee Baker Ryan went home to be with the Lord and her husband of 50 years, Thomas R. Ryan, USN retired. Born in Wharton, New Jersey on August 2, 1934, daughter to the late Waldo W. Baker and Leona Lewis Baker. Ruth served the US Navy during the Korean War and was assigned to the chaplain’s office in...
David Fraser Keene
Aug 19, 2024
David Fraser Keene, 55, of Tavares, Florida, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 19, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Lisa (Sullivan) Keene and married for 24 years. Born in Warwick, Rhode Island, he moved to Florida in 2015 from Rehoboth, Massachusetts. David is predeceased by his father Frederick W. Keene...
Glen Alan Ringer
Aug 17, 2024
Glen Alan Ringer, 65, of Grand Island, Florida, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, he made his way to Grand Island in 2018, moving here from Miami, Florida. Glen had a distinguished career as a Sergeant with the Department of Corrections at the South Florida Reception Center. He was deeply involved in his community,...
Curtis Lee Whitaker
Aug 16, 2024
Curtis Lee Whitaker, 79, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2024.
Raised in Wynne, Arkansas by the late Raymond and Frances Lee (Bolton) Whitaker, Curtis made his home in Mount Dora, Florida in 2014 after relocating from his lakeside home in Eatonton, Georgia. Prior to that he lived in Sharpsburg/Peachtree City, Georgia.
He proudly served as an active...
Michelle French
Aug 14, 2024
Michelle French, 57, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Born in Orlando, Florida, she was a lifelong resident of Lake County, Florida. Michelle was a dispatcher with the Lake County Sheriff's Office and was passionate about her job and officer safety. She enjoyed baking and crafting in her spare time. Michelle is predeceased by her parents, Howard...
Edward L. Hamlin
Aug 14, 2024
Edward L. Hamlin, 88, of Eustis, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Born in Pickens County, South Carolina to the late Edward Creighton and Pauline Hamlin, he moved to Eustis in 1979 from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He owned & operated a plastering & stucco company. Ed is survived by his wife of 46 years, Barbara H. Hamlin, Eustis, FL; 2...
Daniel Alan Dennis
Aug 6, 2024
Daniel Alan Dennis, aged 28, of Leesburg, left this world on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. He was a cherished member of the Leesburg community, having been born and raised there. He dedicated his career to being a Diesel Mechanic, showcasing his talent and dedication to his craft. In addition to his professional life, he was a member of the First...
