Obituaries

Aug 30, 2023

 

Annette Cartegena Marin was born on December 12, 1960 to Guillermina Rivera and Francisco Cartegena in Aibonito, Puerto Rico, in the mountains between San Juan and Ponce.  She was the eldest daughter among three brothers and one sister: Bert, Orlando, Freddie and Yolanda. Her father and her brothers Orlando and Freddie, all predeceased her. 

 

When Annette was...

Aug 21, 2023

Ashley Smith, beloved mother, daughter, sister, partner, and friend, passed away on August 21, 2023, in Apopka, Florida. Born on August 8, 1983, in Winter Park, Florida, to Daniel and Karen "Susie" Smith. Ashley touched the lives of everyone she met with her infectious smile, sense of humor, and unwavering strength. Ashley’s family and friends will gather to remember her...

Aug 21, 2023

 

 

Joselyn “Jodi” La Vine entered eternal life on Monday, August 21st, 2023, and her legacy is carried on by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends from many walks of life.

Jodi was born in Greensburg, PA and later at a young age moved to Orlando with her parents where she grew up in Forest City and later...

Aug 12, 2023

 

Jennifer Michelle Harman, a radiant soul who touched countless lives with her love, laughter, and unwavering faith, entered into eternal rest on August 12, 2023, at the age of 41. Jennifer's life, though marked by challenges, showcased her spirit's resilience and tenacity. She brightly embodied the joy and hope she found in Jesus Christ.

Born in Winter Park, Florida...

Aug 7, 2023

 

Bevybell Eleshia Henriques

9-18-1921 to 8-7-2023

Bevybell was born in the Parish of Clarendon in Jamaica to Sarah and John Henriques. Her father, Johnny, processed sugar cane. Bevybell and her two brothers, Aubrey and Harry would run down to the mill to scrape the sugar from the bowl. She then developed a life-long love of sugar and sweet things.

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Aug 5, 2023

 

Nelson Corchado, 59, of Amherst, New Hampshire and recently of Altamonte Springs, Florida passed away August 5 from Alzheimer’s Disease.

He was born May 16,1964 to Florencio Rafael and Elisa Maria Corchado in the Bronx, N.Y.  After Nelson graduated with honors from Adlai E. Stevenson High School, he went on to study software and systems engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic...

Aug 1, 2023

 

Jesus Espinoza, affectionately known as Jesse, passed away on August 1st, 2023, in Apopka, Florida, surrounded by his devoted family after a protracted illness. Born on September 23, 1943, in Mission, Texas, to parents Aurelio and Hipolita Espinoza, Jesse's legacy is one of love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to his family.

Jesse's journey took him from his roots in...

Jul 30, 2023

 

 

Henry Lageman1948 - 2023

 

Henry (Hank) Joseph Lageman, 75, of Longwood, Florida, passed from this life into the hands of our Lord on July 30, 2023. Born on June 28, 1948, in Columbus, Ohio, Hank was the beloved son of John and Anna Marie Lageman, who preceded him in death.Hank was a man of exceptional character and...

Jul 27, 2023

 

Bryan A. Wagner born May 27, 1962 in Milford, Connecticut passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2023 surrounded by his family. 

Bryan started a successful painting and remodeling company which served the Orlando area since 1986. He served his community as an Apopka firefighter from 1988-2001, in addition to volunteering as an Ocoee City police officer for two...

Jul 26, 2023

Betty Jo Gay passed away quietly at home on July 26, 2023 from natural causes. She was born in Wappingers Falls, New York to Harold E. and Marguerite E. Parkhurst on June 16, 1934. Raised in Ripley New York, she attended Ripley High School until eighth grade where she quit school to work on farms to help support her family....

Jul 24, 2023

Jul 23, 2023

 

 

Maria Teresa Baez, age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. Originally from Santurce, Puerto Rico, Maria met and married her husband Angel Baez and moved to the Bronx, NY to raise their 4 children. They later retired to Casselberry, FL. Maria lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures. Her...

Jul 21, 2023

 

Richard Lawrence Kovacs, 90, of Lake Mary, Florida, native of the Chicagoland area peacefully passed away on Friday, July 21st. Richard was born on December 6th, 1932, to Joseph A. Kovacs and Anna Kovacs in Chicago, Illinois. After Richard graduated from Chicago Vocational High School in 1951, He went on to join the United States Air Force from 1952-1956.

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Jul 20, 2023

 

July 20, 2023, Kevin Trenski, 64, of Altamonte Springs, Florida passed away after a fierce battle with Pancreatic Cancer.  His beloved wife Patricia (Crozier) was at his side.

Kevin was born on October 9, 1958, to Edward and Marie (Myers) Trenski in Long Branch, New Jersey.  After graduating from Middletown High School in 1976 he attended Grove City College...

Jul 15, 2023

 

 

A Life Lived and Loved

Thomas Michael Phillip (3/7/1929-7/15/2023)

Born in Maracas, St. Joseph Trinidad on March 7, 1929 to the late Amy Phillip (nee James) and Imaman Ghany Phillip, Thomas Michael Phillip was the middle of three boys, Cyril (deceased) and Jordan (deceased), and later two sisters, Angeline (Canada), and Gwendolyn (deceased). He was daddy, uncle, brother,...

Jul 12, 2023

 

Obituary of Reverend Konstantine D. Tsigas, Protopresbyter

  Reverend Father Konstantine Demetrios Tsigas, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and spiritual father to many, was called peacefully at the age of 95 to our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, to join his parents, sons (Father Demetrios Tsigas and baby Yianni), and siblings.

Father Konstantine is...

Jul 12, 2023

Alice Jean Love Gordon December 5, 1927 - July 12, 2023

 

Born in Anniston, Alabama on December 5, 1927, Alice Jean Love Gordon made her home in College Park in Orlando, Florida. In 1949, Jean married Dr. Thomas Edwin Gordon, Jr. and they quickly added three children: Tina Lynne, Thomas Gary and Karen Anne. Jean was most known...

Jul 12, 2023

 

Doyle Malcolm Rippetoe passed away July 12, 2023. He was 67. Doyle will forever be remembered by his loving family and friends.

Jul 8, 2023

   Luke Gabrovic, an 89-year-old resident of Longwood, Florida, passed away on July 8,

2023.

   Luke was born on October 8, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He completed his

education at the University of Wisconsin, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Luke

proudly served in the Korean War before embarking on a successful career as an

engineer at the General Electric Company....

Jul 6, 2023

 

On the afternoon of July 6, 2023, Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Aunt, Retha Nell Jackson, 78, of Apopka, FL went home to be with the Lord with loved ones by her side.

Retha was born in Nashville, GA on April 19, 1945, to Ella Mae and John Lamar Starling. Then as a small child relocated to Florida where...