Obituaries

Obituaries for Orange County, Apopka, FL and surrounding areas.

Tamara Holmes

Tamara Holmes

Feb 19, 2024

Tamara Jean Holmes, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend, passed away on February 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with dementia. She was a loving mother to her three sons, Jess, Kenneth, and Kris Holmes, grandmother to Chris, Shane, Kiley and Chadwick Holmes, and cherished sister to Polly Philbrick, Sally Whitcomb, and Dewitt Lane. Tamara's warmth and kindness...

Mary Grace Bonifer

Mary Grace Bonifer

Feb 17, 2024

Mary Grace Bonifer passed away on February 17, 2024, in Jacksonville. She was born in Oxford, AL, on October 29, 1936. 

Throughout her life, Mary was described as having a lovely laugh that brought joy to those around her. Her proudest accomplishments included raising her family with love and dedication.

Mary is survived by her loving daughters Pamela Colbeck and Patricia (Gary)...

Vincent C Pantaleo

Vincent C Pantaleo

Feb 6, 2024

Vincent Carmen Pantaleo, 81, passed away from a longtime illness in hospice in Orange City, FL with his loved ones by his side on February 6, 2024.

Vincent was born in Chicago, IL on July 16, 1942. In 1972 he and his family moved to Florida. He was a mechanic and truck driver. In his free time he liked to fish...

Betty Hodges

Betty Hodges

Jan 30, 2024

 Betty Hodges, 86, devoted and loving mother, wife and friend, passed away January 30, 2024.  Born June 9, 1937, in Wellborn, FL to parents Oliver and Alma (Cheshire) Harrell, Betty and her siblings (sisters Gladys and Sybil, brother Lee) moved to Orlando when she was very young.  She attended Kaley School, Cherokee, and Boone High School. 

 Throughout her life, Betty's greatest...

Margaret D Jespersen

Margaret D Jespersen

Jan 25, 2024

Margaret Dean (Watson) Jespersen, 87, went to her heavenly home on January 25, 2024 at Advent Hospice facility on Montgomery Ave in Altamonte Springs with family by her side.

 

She was survived by her husband, Del Jespersen of 25 years, children; Deborah (Marc) Beaulieu, Randy (Carmen) Lovings, Delora (David) Hade, David (Jennifer) Jespersen and Susan Jo Jespersen.  She is also survived...

Lennock Prince

Lennock Prince

Jan 22, 2024

Lennock Prince, 74, beloved Son, Father, Grandfather, Father-in-law, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on January 22, 2024. He entered this world on March 22, 1949 in Freeport, Trinidad, born to Lionel and Veronica Prince. Lennock was a man with many talents. He worked making light fixtures for many years. He was also a DJ and Photographer....

Peggy Ann Moore

Peggy Ann Moore

Jan 21, 2024

Peggy Ann Moore, age 67, passed away January 21, 2024, after courageously fighting multiple illnesses. Her personal strength and dignity were an inspiration to all of us.

 She was born in Orlando, Florida.  Yes, an original Floridian! After graduating from Maynard Evans High School she married Jim and became a success at her job for over 20 years.   She loved...

Ramon Rodriguez

Ramon Rodriguez

Jan 11, 2024

Ramon Rodriguez passed away January 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. In the face of Parkinson's, he displayed remarkable courage and resilience, fighting a battle that only strengthened his spirit. Though Parkinson's may have taken him from us, his legacy of hard work and boundless love lives on, a poignant reminder of the remarkable man he was.



He is survived...

Billy Irish Payne

Billy Irish Payne

Jan 8, 2024

 

With a heavy heart and great sadness we inform you of the passing of Billy I. Payne, we was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, stepfather, step-grandfather and friend.

Bill passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024 at his residence

Bill led a life filled with love, happiness and cherished memories.

Bill served his country honorably for 21 years...

Tammy Back Hotea

Tammy Back Hotea

Jan 5, 2024

Tammy Hotea, beloved wife, mother and sister passed away on the morning of January 5th. Tammy enjoyed going to the Disney Parks with her family and spending time with her cats. She never met a stranger and could often times be found making friends with people in line waiting for a ride. She spent time working as a paraprofessional at...

Rigoberto Lobaina Castillo

Rigoberto Lobaina Castillo

Jan 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Rigoberto Lobaina Castillo, who peacefully left this world on January 5, 2024. He was born on February 14, 1942, in Guantanamo, Cuba.

Rigoberto was a dedicated and hardworking man, always finding solace and joy in his occupation as a farmer. He possessed immense knowledge and...

Dorothy Dyer

Dorothy Dyer

Jan 3, 2024

Dorothy "Dotty" Helen Dyer passed away on January 3, 2024, at the age of 76 in Winter Park, Florida. She was born on August 19, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York and resided in the Orlando area since the mid 1970's. Dotty will be remembered as a loving, devoted, and constant presence in the lives of her family and friends.

 

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Gail Spencer

Gail Spencer

Jan 1, 2024

Alice Gail Spencer, died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 90 on January 1, 2024 in Longwood, Florida.

 

She was born December 6, 1933, during the depression era in Chester, PA. She was one of 8 children born of the late William G. Clark and late Ruth L. Clark.

 

Gail graduated from Media High School in PA and received a...

Roger Kadlac

Roger Kadlac

Jan 1, 2024

Roger G. Kadlac passed away unexpectedly at home on January 1, 2024. He battled a variety of serious health issues over the past fifteen years but had been looking forward to 2024. Born on September 5, 1952 in Kenosha, Wisconsin, he was 71 years old and a longtime resident of Orlando.  Roger was predeceased by his brother David Kadlac of...