Local Florida Obituaries
Lucinda L. Barber-Chickerell
Jun 11, 2013
Lucinda L. Barber, 50, of Mount Dora, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2013. Born in Yreka, California , she moved to Mount Dora in 2000 from Oneonta, New York. She and her husband owned & operated Tri-City Cab in Mount Dora. She is survived by her husband, Louis Chickerell, Mount Dora, FL; son, Vincent Tavolaro, New York, NY; daughter, Danielle...
Clara M. Steffens
Jun 5, 2013
Clara M. Steffens, 82 of Astatula, FL, passed away on June 5, 2013. She was a Bank Proof Operator prior to her retirement. She is survived by her Husband, Dale Steffens; Son, Steven Steffens; Daughter, Wanda Gray; 1 grandchild, 3 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Arrangements by Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis.
Victoria C. O'Brien
Jun 3, 2013
Victoria C. O'Brien, 91, of Leesburg, passed away Monday, June 3, 2013. Born in Winsted, Connecticut, she moved to Leesburg in 1997 from Broadalbin, New York. She was a cook. Victoria is survived by her 3 sons, Lewis Perlak, Stillwater, NY, George O'Brien, Jr., Colebrook, CT, Harry O'Brien, Medford, OR; 4 daughters, Mary Ann Kool, Broadalbin, NY, Jane G. O'Brien,...
Mary Hazel Stillwell
May 31, 2013
Mary Hazel Stillwell, 96, of Lutz, passed away Friday, May 31, 2013. Born in Huntersville, North Carolina, she and her late husband Holland were residents of Central Florida & Leesburg on and off since the mid-1970's. She was a Sales Lady for Avon Cosmetics and was a member of the Church Triumphant Ministries. She is survived by her son, Donald...
Margie D. Price
May 29, 2013
Margie D. Price, 95, of Lake Mary, FL, passed away May 29, 2013. Mrs. Price was the devoted wife to Howard for 55 years before he preceded her in death. Mrs. Price previously lived in Mount Dora, FL for 59 Years before moving to Lake Mary. She was a member of Bay Street Baptist Church, in Eustis, FL for many...
Jim Cushman
May 26, 2013
Jim Cushman, 79, of Mount Plymouth, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2013. Born in Owosso, Michigan, he moved to Lake County in 1976 from Flint, Michigan. He & his wife owned & operated JC's BBQ of Eustis from 1976-2002. Jim served his country in the US Navy. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carol Cushman, Mount Plymouth,...
Daniel L. Jodon
May 24, 2013
Daniel L. Jodon, 59, of Leesburg, FL passed away Friday, May 24, 2013. Born in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, he moved to Leesburg in 1980 from State College, Pennsylvania. He was a former member of the 4-H Horse & Pony Club and Pine Hall Lutheran Church both of State College, PA. Daniel is survived by his mother & step-father, Dorothy & David...
Margie Ann Shreffler
May 20, 2013
Margie Ann Shreffler, 80, passed away Monday, May 20, 2013 in Auburn, KY. Born in Okahumpka, Florida, she was life long resident of Central Florida. She is survived by Sons, Michael Hardin and Audie Hardin both of Eustis, FL; Daughter, Patti A. Dorris of Umatilla, FL; and Grandchildren, Christopher Hardin, Leslie North, and Tana Hardin. Services will be held at...
Dorothy M. White
May 12, 2013
Dorothy M. White, a native of Tavares, FL and a longtime resident of Spanish Fort, AL died Sunday, May 12, 2013 in a local hospital. A member of East Pointe Baptist Church, Mrs. White was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt who lived a Christian life and taught others by example. She was raised in Tavares, FL, was...
Rev. Bruce M. Hobert
May 8, 2013
Rev. Bruce M. Hobert, 63, of Mount Dora, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Born in Charles City, Iowa, he moved to Mount Dora in 2001 from Cresco, Iowa. He was a Lutheran Minister. His first parish was Chetek Lutheran Church, Chetek, WI from 1976-1979; Trinity Lutheran Church, New Hampton, IA and St. John Lutheran Church, Boyd, IA from 1979-1994;...
Stacey J. Phillips
May 5, 2013
Stacey J. Phillips, 43, of Tavares, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, she moved to Tavares in 1986 from Miami, Florida. She was a real estate sales representative and was a member of the Graduate of Mount Dora High School Class of 1987. Stacey is survived by her mother, Mary M. Phillips, Leesburg, FL; 2...
Jack L. Cunningham
May 5, 2013
Jack L. Cunningham, 89, of Eustis, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013. Born in Terre Haute, Indiana to James Russell and Margaret( Sears) Cunningham, he moved to Eustis in 1991 from West Palm Beach, Florida. He was a Carpenter and was a member of the Community Church of Howey-in-the-Hills. Jack served in the Coast Guard during World War II. Jack...
Clyde Clifford Smejek
May 3, 2013
Clyde Clifford Smejek, 68, of Tavares, went to be with his Lord on Friday, May 3, 2013. Native of Chicago, Illinois, Clyde was Vietnam Veteran in the US Navy. While stationed at Sanford NAS he met Patricia, the love of his life and were married for 44 years. After the birth of their son Anthony they moved to Tavares, FL...
Ann Mae Matthews
May 1, 2013
Ann Mae Matthews, 90, of Tampa formerly of Leesburg, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Born in Morehead, Kentucky, she moved to Florida in 1969 from New Castle, Indiana. She retired as a manager with the Florida Hospital Waterman's Business Office. She is survived by her Sons, David E. Matthews of Tampa, FL and John W. Matthews, Jr. of Columbus,...
Rickey Lavon Flowers
Apr 29, 2013
Rickey Lavon Flowers, 54, of Eustis, passed away Monday, April 29, 2013. Born in Eustis, Florida, he graduated from Leesburg High School CLass of 1976. He was a faithful member of First Assembly of God, Eustis where he served as the Senior Commander with the Royal Rangers. Rickey loved collecting coins and served his country in the US Army. He...
Ruth M. Segar
Apr 28, 2013
Ruth M. Segar, 90, of Eustis, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013. Born in Wilmette, Illinois, she moved to Eustis in 1989 from Rockford, Michigan. She was a Order Checker for Wolverine Shoes (Hushpuppies) and was Catholic. She was a member of the Eustis BPOE # 1578, and was a life member of the Wolverine Worldwide Employee Recreation Club. Ruth...
George P. Garrett
Apr 28, 2013
George P. Garrett, 92, of Leesburg, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he moved to Leesburg in 1990 from Pittsburgh. He spent his working career in the steel fabrication business, where he worked at the American Bridge Co. and was VP of Pittsburgh Bridge & Iron in Rochester and later owned his own business, G.P. Garrett...
Donald E. Stewart
Apr 27, 2013
Donald E. Stewart, 80, of Tavares,FL formerly of Ohio, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013. Born in Dayton, Ohio, he moved to Tavares in 2006 from Delaware. He retired as Assistant Utility Director with the City of Hamilton, Ohio and formerly worked with Dayton (OH) Power & Light. Donald was a member of St. Philip Lutheran Church, Mount Dora, the...
Doris Lorraine Francis
Apr 27, 2013
Doris Lorraine (Waterfield) Francis, 83, of Eustis, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013. Born in Providence, Rhode Island in 1929, she raised her family and worked in the family business, Bluebird Laundry and Dry Cleaners in Hamburg, NY before retiring and moving to Lake County in 1982. She volunteered for Meal on Wheels and her hobbies included a lifelong love...
