Local Florida Obituaries
William Edward Back
Jun 25, 2024
William "Billy" Edward Back, 64, of Tavares, FL, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Born in Butler, Ohio, he moved to Tavares in 2003 from Panama City, Florida. Billy was a Fire Alarm Technician working for Impact Fire Services of Orlando, FL. Billy had also served his country in the United States Coast Guard. He was an outdoorsman. He enjoyed...
James Robert Brandon
Jun 25, 2024
James Robert Brandon, of Leesburg, FL and formerly of Lima, Ohio. Jim was born to Harry R. and Cleo L. (nee Meeker) Brandon in Lima, Ohio. He was preceded in death 8 months ago by his beloved wife of 72 years, Imogene Brandon (nee Converse). He is survived by his daughters, Lynne Wortham of Garner, NC, Marcie Margraves of Leesburg,...
Jesse L. Icenogle
Jun 24, 2024
Jesse L. Icenogle, 98, of Eustis, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024. Born in Coles County, Illinois, he graduated from Mattoon high school. In 1950, he married Norma Jean Larrew. His family moved to Casey, Il in 1958 after purchasing an insurance agency, which they later expanded into real estate. In 1970 he opened the Discount Building Center in Casey,...
Timmon W. Hall
Jun 23, 2024
Timmon W. Hall, 60, beloved husband, father, brother, son, and friend passed away on June 23, 2024. Born into humble surroundings in Montgomery, Alabama, he moved to Orlando, Florida in 2000. Throughout his life, Tim worked in various industries from mill work to taxi driving. Tim dedicated 18 years of his life to bringing joy and magic to others as...
Sylvia J. Dunnett
Jun 22, 2024
Sylvia J. Dunnett, 96, of Eustis, FL passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024. Born in Alabama, to the late Clyde & Katie Owens she was raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. She moved to Eustis in 1996 from Ft Lauderdale, Florida. In her professional life she was a Dance Teacher, Draftsmen, Grocer, Realtor and Real Estate Appraiser. She was a member the...
James Michael Kennedy
Jun 22, 2024
James Michael Kennedy, known affectionately as Jim to his friends and family, passed away on June 22, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. He was born on December 5, 1949, in Boston Massachusetts. Jim led a fulfilling life dedicated to hard work and service. He proudly served his country as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam...
Tamara R. Menzie
Jun 21, 2024
Tamara R. Menzie, 63, of Eustis, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024. Born in Gary, Indiana, she moved to Eustis in 2008 from Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was a teacher at Eustis High School for 13 years. She taught Spanish, French and was the former swim coach. Prior to moving to Eustis, she also taught for many years in Kalamazoo, Michigan....
Anne Caroline Gaines McKinney
Jun 18, 2024
Anne Gaines McKinney, known affectionately as "Miss Purple" to her students and "Purple Anne" to her coworkers, passed away on June 18 at the Citrus Hospice House in Lecanto. She was a beloved educator who dedicated her life to helping children learn how to read. Born on November 27, 1944, in Charleston, West Virginia, Anne's passion for literature and education...
James M. McCartney
Jun 18, 2024
James M. McCartney, known affectionately as Jim, passed away on June 18,2024, in Tavares, Florida, at the age of 83. He was born on September 10, 1940, in Pass Christian, Mississippi, to John McCartney and Edna Faith. Jim led a fulfilling life as the Owner & Operator of an air conditioning company, where his dedication and hard work left a...
Jerry Lynn Potter
Jun 6, 2024
Jerry Lynn Potter, a dedicated fabrication welder for Sta-Con Inc, known for his exceptional work on lift stations for water departments, passed away on June 6, 2024, in Zellwood, Florida. Born on May 7, 1947, in Maryville, Tennessee, Jerry led a fulfilling life defined by his commitment to his work and his loved ones. He courageously fought his battle with...
Kathleen J. Basford
Jun 2, 2024
Kathy died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving children Michael, Colleen and Kathleen. She worked in accounting as a bookkeeper for a manufacturing business where she was loved and respected by all. Kathy spent many years dedicated to special causes, particularly for the homeless and those who suffered from substance abuse disorders. Whether it was donating her time, money...
Susie Patricia Rodriguez
Jun 2, 2024
Susie Patricia Rodriguez, 59, of Tavares, Florida, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024. Born in San Francisco, California, she moved to Tavares in 2020 from Chicago, Illinois. She worked in Accounting and was a member of theCross, Mount Dora, Florida. Susie is survived by her Father, Rodolfo Rodriguez of Fort Myers, FL; Mother, Lila Cole of Leesburg, FL; Brother, Anthony...
Willie Mae Peterson
Jun 2, 2024
Willie Mae “Billie” Peterson completed her baptism on June 2, 2024, and is feasting at the table of Jesus Christ and worshiping at the throne of God. Billie was born to William Norman Hammock and Mamie Lou Woodard Hammock in Miami, Florida on December 7, 1928. She graduated from Miami Edison Senior High School and Richards Business College, Savannah, Georgia....
Virginia Rose Peter
May 31, 2024
Virginia Rose Peter, 94, of Eustis, Florida, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan, to Harley & Rose Lena (Marsico) Davis. Virginia married the love of her life, Lawrence Peter, in 1946. They shared 58 years together and had seven children together. The family moved to Tavares, Florida in 1979 from Allen Park, Michigan, and...
Janet Louise Lynch
May 29, 2024
Janet Louise Lynch (née Weston), 90, of Tavares, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on May 30, 2024. Janet was born on October 17, 1933, in Westlake, Ohio. At an early age, she moved with her family to a farm on Durkee Road in North Eaton Township. Janet graduated from Eaton High School in 1951. She worked as a dental...
Bubba Taylor Sangster, Jr.
May 29, 2024
Umatilla resident, Robert "Bubba" T. Sangster Jr., 26, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Bubba was born February 6, 1998, to Robert and Melissa Sangster in Orlando, Florida. He has been a lifelong resident of Umatilla. Bubba was a Heavy Equipment Operator who operated his business, Bubba's Site-work. Bubba enjoyed fishing, hunting, boxing, and playing baseball. He played baseball throughout...
Malan D. Hepper
May 28, 2024
In loving memory of Malan D. Hepper, a distinguished soul who journeyed through life with honor and courage. Malan was born in Seattle, Washington, on May 28, 1946, and peacefully passed away on May 28, 2024 in Mount Dora, Florida. Throughout his remarkable life, he touched the hearts of many with his unwavering kindness and unwavering dedication to his family...
Patricia B. Hedegard
May 28, 2024
Patrica Blair Hedegard, 74, of Eustis, Florida, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Born in Leatherwood, Kentucky, she moved to Tavares, Florida in 1961. She married her high school sweetheart, Glen Hedegard, in 1968. They first met at the skating rink, a business they would later purchase from Glen’s parents. Together, they owned and operated Roll-Air Skating Center in Mount...
Carol A. Cochran
May 27, 2024
Carol A Cochran, 87, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away Monday, May 27, 2024. Born in Winthrop, Massachusetts, she moved to Mount Dora in 1975 from Rockville, MD. She was a machinist at GWS Tool Group of Tavares, FL prior to her retirement. She was of Baptist Faith. Carol is predeceased by her Husband, Bobby A. Cochran Sr.; Daughter, Donna...
Christine Jo Redmond
May 25, 2024
Christine J. Redmond, 72, of Mount Dora, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024. Born to James & Alice Redmond formally of Pasadena, California, she graduated from Cocoa Beach High School, class of 1969. Christine was a Licensed Real Estate Broker and Associate Property Manager in Orange and Lake Counties and volunteered at the Humane Society of Lake County Thrift Store....
