Local Florida Obituaries
Christopher Paul Smith
Jan 31, 2025
Christopher Paul "Chris" Smith, 40, of Tavares, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025. Born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, he moved to Tavares in 2001 from Pauline, South Carolina. He owned & operated Cornerstone Cuts, LLC lawn service. Chris was a member of The Cross Church, Mount Dora where he co-founded the Men of The Cross Ministry serving the local community.
Chris...
Magdalena Catalano
Jan 29, 2025
Magdalena “Lena” Catalano, 82, of Eustis, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, she moved to Eustis in 1967 from Gainesville, Florida. Magdalena was a member of St. Mary of the Lakes Catholic Church, Eustis. She is survived by her 2 sons, Dominic Catalano, Mount Dora, FL, Salvatore Catalano, Deland, FL; 4 daughters, Monica Kinnebrew, Hawkinsville, GA,...
Charles W. Hewett
Jan 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Pastor Charles Hewett, beloved servant of God, devoted leader, and cherished friend, who went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 27, 2025. As we remember and honor him, we reflect on his deep faith, his unwavering commitment to spreading the Word of God,...
David Reed Ashby
Jan 26, 2025
David Reed Ashby, age 76, of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away on January 26, 2025. Born in Alameda, California, David embraced life as a proud Floridian for over 30 years.
David's commitment to service began at Kemper Military School in Boonville, Missouri, where he made lifelong connections as a member of the Old Boys of Kemper Alumni Association. His dedication to his...
Alva D. Rich
Jan 26, 2025
Alva "Buddy" Rich, 83 years of age, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at home after a long illness with COPD. Buddy was born on October 12, 1941, in Eustis, FL to Fred and Leona Rich. Buddy was brother to three brothers and two sisters, four of whom preceded him in death. Buddy was the proud father of two...
Dorothy N. Preston
Jan 25, 2025
Dorothy N. Preston, 92, of Tavares, Florida, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025. Dorothy was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania and she moved to Central Florida in 1985 from Dryden, New York. She was a secretary working with the Public School System prior to her retirement. Dorothy is survived by her Husband, Bernard M. Preston of Tavares, FL; Son, Edward S....
Dennis Morgan Frederick
Jan 21, 2025
Dennis Morgan Frederick, 75, of Eustis, Florida, formerly of Westerville, Ohio, and Zionsville, Indiana, passed away on January 21, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. Born on February 11, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of the late Oris Frederick and Dixie Teboe.
Dennis was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend—generous with his time, unwavering in his...
Heriberto Bustos
Jan 21, 2025
Heriberto "Herbie" Bustos, 66, of Umatilla, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Born in Guerrero, Mexico, he moved to Lake County in 1971 from Beatrice, Nebraska. He worked in lawn maintenance. Herbie was happiest when working in the yard, attending to a grill, and/or spending time with family! Herbie is survived by his loving companion, Linda Boswell, Umatilla, FL; daughter,...
Bobby Dean Crosby
Jan 17, 2025
Bobby Dean Crosby, beloved father born and raised in Leesburg FL, departed this life on January 17th, 2025 in Tavares FL with his daughter by his side. Born on April 28th, 1941, in Leesburg, FL to Troy and Bernice Crosby. Bobby spent his early years growing up on Sunnyside Dr. and enjoying hunting, fishing, water skiing and horseback riding all...
Marie Edna Allen
Jan 17, 2025
Marie Edna Allen, 87, of Tavares, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025. Born in Fairfield, Florida, she moved to Lake County in 1987 from Waukesha, Wisconsin. She was a devoted homemaker and worked several jobs throughout her life including being a public transportation driver. Marie was a member of the Lake Saunders Baptist Church, Tavares. She is survived by her...
Betty Lucille Sims
Jan 16, 2025
Betty L. Sims, 91, of Mount Dora, Florida, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025. Born in Leflore County, Mississippi, she made her home in Mount Dora in 1978 after relocating from Bedford, Indiana. A devoted homemaker, Betty embraced her family and community with love and care.
She leaves behind her daughter-in-law, Deborah L. Sims; her sister, Vonnie Lee Cox;...
Donald Wayne Smith
Jan 13, 2025
Donald Wayne Smith, age 75, of Eustis, Florida, peacefully passed away on January 13, 2025. Born in Orlando, Florida, Donald made Eustis his home in 2015. He dedicated many years of his life to working as a Long-Haul Truck Driver before retiring.
He is lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Pamela A. Smith of Eustis, FL and Dea Smith of Clermont,...
Cindy Renee Davis
Jan 9, 2025
Cindy Renee Davis, aged 61, of Grand Island, Florida, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Born in Lake City, Florida, she cherished her life and family in Central Florida. Cindy dedicated many years to serving the community through her work with the Lake County Public Works and was a devoted member of First Baptist Church, Umatilla.
Cindy's legacy lives on...
Judy Elizabeth Iby
Jan 9, 2025
Judy Elizabeth Iby, 85, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, January 9, 2025. She was lifted up in prayer and support from hundreds of friends in her community and beyond.
Judy was born in Kingston, New York, to the late George E. and Mary E. (Freer) Clark, their first daughter and matriarch of the family...
Carol E. Vincent
Jan 7, 2025
Carol Elrod Vincent, age 91, of Apopka, Florida, passed away on January 7, 2025. She was born in Orange County, Florida, and attended Apopka High School, where she met the love of her life, Donald Cooper Vincent.
Donald’s career with The Coca-Cola Company took them around the country: first to Houston, TX, then to Atlanta, GA and eventually back to Maitland,...
Thomas (Tom) Osborne Drake III
Jan 6, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Osborne Drake III, aged 89, of Eustis, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Born in Demopolis, Alabama, upon retirement Tom transitioned to Eustis with his wife Tina, of 47 years.
Tom’s lifelong career allowed him to make a significant impact in the commercial roofing industry. Tom worked for a company in Winter Park, in the 70’s, that was...
Jerold Ross Patterson, Jr.
Jan 6, 2025
Jerald Ross Patterson Jr., 69, of Grand Island, Florida, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025. Born in Miami, Florida, he moved to Grand Island in 2022 from New Port Richey, Florida. He was of Catholic Faith. Jerald loved Corvette cars. He is survived by his Sister, Sissy Raj of Grand Island, FL; Brothers, Rex Patterson of Labelle, FL and Patrick...
Richard Lowell Germeroth
Jan 3, 2025
Richard Lowell Germeroth, 86, of Altoona, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved wife and close family on Friday, January 3, 2025. Born in Baltimore, MD, on December 10, 1938, he lived a life full of love, family, and service. Lowell was a faithful husband and loving father, and incredible leader and a disciple of Jesus Christ. He served...
Velma Darline Lane
Dec 31, 2024
Darline Lane, 93, of Altoona, Florida, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Born in Lake Arthur, New Mexico, she moved to Lake County, Florida in 1996 from Carlsbad, New Mexico. She was a Homemaker and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, Florida. Darline is predeceased by her Husband John D. Lane; and Son, Randy Coor. She...
Sofia Boziki Moumouris
Dec 31, 2024
Sofia Boziki Moumouris passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on December 31, 2024.Sofia was born on April 18, 1936, in the village of Liapades, Greece. She immigrated with her family to the United States in 1971 and spent the early years of her life in the States in Danielson, CT, where she worked at the Danielson Curtain Company....
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