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Linda Ellen Kochnover
Jul. 22, 2026
It is with profound sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Linda Ellen Kochnover of The Villages, Florida. Linda leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unconditional love that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Linda was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, to...
Brake "Larry" Nickerson
Jul. 20, 2026
Brake "Larry" Nickerson 81, resident of Leesburg, FL passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026 in Tavares, FL. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Tavares Conerstone Hopsice and Palliative Care. Donations can be sent to Freedom Community Church at 8745 Viking Lane, Lakeland, FL 33809.
Miriam Jersky
Jul. 20, 2026
Miriam Stella Jersky, 84, of The Villages Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on July 20, 2026 in Leesburg, FL. She was born in Brooklyn, New York on August 17, 1941 to Nathan and Doris Isreali. Miriam was a strong, intelligent, and independent woman who lived life with...
James Franklin Norman Jr.
Jul. 17, 2026
James Norman Jr., 78, of Fruitland Park, Florida, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, July 17, 2026. Born on July 23, 1947, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, he was the son of the late James F. Norman Sr. and Evelyn Jane Norman. James was a devoted husband,...
Ronney "Ron" Lee Gardiner
Jul. 15, 2026
Ronney (Ron) passed away on July 15, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born in Miami Beach, FL to L. C. and Dolores Gardiner. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, Leesburg, since 2006, the Sonrise Bible Fellowship Class, and volunteered at the FBCL Thrift Store for many years. Ron and...
Letha Louise Gillespie
Jul. 14, 2026
Letha Louise Gillespie, 94, of Leesburg, Florida, passed peacefully on July 14, 2026. She walked through life anchored by a deep and steady faith, and she has now entered her eternal home in Heaven with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Letha was born in Manistee, Michigan, on February 1, 1932,...
Josephine Messina
Jul. 14, 2026
Josephine Messina, nee Anzelmo, age 95. Passed away peacefully on July 14th 2026. Formerly from Oak Lawn, IL, and Leesburg, FL. ). Cherished daughter of the late Carl and Dorothy Anzelmo. Sister to Don Anzelmo (late Carolyn Anzelmo). Beloved wife of the late Gene O’Hare and the late Salvatore...
Berniece Greene
Jul. 10, 2026
Services are pending with Page-Theus Funeral Home.
Karen C Johnson
Jul. 09, 2026
In Loving Memory of Karen Criss Johnson Karen Criss Johnson, 65, journeyed to the Creator returning to the Spirit World surrounded by love on Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was born in Daytona Beach, Florida on March 13, 1961, to parents of Louis Dewitt Criss and Bernice Mae Davis Criss. She lived...
Janice Hobbs
Jul. 03, 2026
Janice W. Hobbs, 99, of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away on July 3, 2026. She was born on January 27, 1927, in Rome, Georgia, to Kenneth and Clair Wolcott. Janice devoted her life to faith, family, and service. She was married to her husband of 73 years, Edward I. Hobbs Jr., a partnership marked...
Bradley Thomas Brown
Jul. 02, 2026
In Loving Memory of Bradley Thomas Brown December 30, 1988 – July 2, 2026 With profound sorrow and enduring love, we announce the passing of Bradley Brown on July 2, 2026, at the age of 37. Born on December 30, 1988, in Marietta, Georgia, Bradley was the cherished son of LeighAnn and Buddy Brown....
John William Serke
Jul. 02, 2026
John W. Serke, of the Plantation in Leesburg, passed away on July 2nd, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara, his son David (Debbi), and his sister Joanne. He was "Papa" to his very special grandsons, Everett and Carter. He was a great father and grandfather and will be dearly...