Local Florida Obituaries
Myrtle Maxine Driggers
Jul 15, 2024
Myrtle Maxine Driggers, 92, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away on July 15, 2024, in Tavares, Florida. She was born on June 12, 1932, in Belgreen, Alabama and moved to Florida in 1938. A beloved preschool teacher known for her dedication and kindness, Maxine's passion for caring for children touched the lives of many throughout her life. In addition to...
Mary J. Dupuis
Jul 8, 2024
Mary J. Dupuis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother/Elma, and great-grandmother passed away Monday, July 8, 2024, at the age of 77 in Grand Island, Florida. She was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts to Carmelo and Mildred (Cummings) Vallone. In 2022, she and her husband, Robert, made their home in Florida with their son Mark and loving daughter-in-law Debbie. Mary dedicated herself to...
John W. Watzke
Jul 6, 2024
John W. Watzke of Altoona, Florida passed away on July 6, 2024, at the age of 89. Born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Walter & Helen Watzke, he attended St. Matthews High School in Detroit, MI and graduated from St. Joseph’s College in Philadelphia, PA. He joined the US Marine Corps in 1958 and married his wife, Janet in...
Thomas Roy Galbraith
Jul 3, 2024
Thomas Roy Galbraith, aged 68, of Eustis, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Tom was born in Chicago, Illinois to George Hartford Galbraith and Lorriane Angeline Galbraith. He graduated from Ferris State University with a degree in electronics and worked for many years as a welder. Tom enjoyed the great outdoors - including fishing, gardening, and kayaking. In 1979,...
Dorothy A. Molnar
Jul 2, 2024
Dorothy A. Molnar, 96, of Eustis, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, she moved to Eustis in 1985 from Burton, Ohio. She was a co-owner and operator of a garage door installation and repair company with her husband, Charles Molnar, before their retirement. Dorothy served in the Burton, OH, Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary....
Milo L. Gates
Jun 30, 2024
Milo L. Gates, 94, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024. Born to Cletus S. Gates & Dorothy Slusher in Warsaw, Indiana, he moved to Leesburg in 1992 from Strongsville, Ohio. He was a Dry Wall Contractor and a member of the United Methodist Church, Strongsville, Ohio. Milo is survived by his 3 sons, Brad L. Gates of...
Angelina Taclay
Jun 29, 2024
Angelina Taclay, aged 42, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, in Tavares. Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Angelina relocated to Florida in 2012. She dedicated her career to customer service in the retail industry. Angelina leaves behind a loving family including her devoted husband, Mariano Christopher Taclay of Tavares, FL; daughters, Angelina Flores of Tavares, FL, and Samantha...
Michael Ronald Richards
Jun 28, 2024
Michael Ronald Richards, 88, of Eustis, passed away Friday, June 28, 2024. Born in Woodbrook, Trinidad, he moved to Eustis in 2014 from Trinidad. He was an Architect and was a member of the St. Fimbars Catholic Church in Trinidad. Michael is survived by his son, Michael Richards, Eustis, FL; 4 daughters, Debra Valdez, Trinidad, Susan Richards, Montana, Elizabeth Richards,...
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...