Obituaries

May 3, 2021

Samuel S. Clark "Sammie" October 8, 1930 - May 3, 2021 Husband of the late Eva S. Clark; son of Elbert Clark & Lossie M. Mobley Clark Withers. Born in Pinehurst, GA and moved to Orlando, FL in September of 1957. He worked in several jobs from the Railroad, to Terminal Transport, he was an Orderly at Sunland Center...

Apr 28, 2021

Cecil Johnson Rolls, Jr. "John"

age 80 of Longwood, Florida, died Wednesday, April 28. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on July 7, 1940, and moved to Forest City, Florida with his parents and sister in 1955. He graduated from Forest Lake Academy in 1958 and attended William & Mary College in Virginia. John spent his life as...

Apr 23, 2021

Joan Annmarie Currie

July 1, 1964, Kingston, Jamaica - April 23, 2021, New York, New York Her megawatt smile was the first thing that people noticed about Joan Currie, a brilliant banking executive, dear friend and treasured family member known for her work ethic, loyalty and her light. "Joan's smile was bright, warm and welcoming,...

Apr 23, 2021

Mariano "Cuqui" Hernandez of Orlando, FL. (formerly of Chelsea, MA.) escaped this realm on April 23rd, 2021 entering the kingdom of paradise, rejoining his loved ones. Mariano was the youngest of six born to the late Juan Hernandez and Maria (Rodriguez) Hernandez on July 22, 1929 in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico. He made his way to Massachusetts in his 20's, where...

Apr 17, 2021

Lyris Norma Selby-Spence was born Lyris Norma Bernard on October 24th 1934 to Lena Bernard in Port of Spain, Trinidad. In her late teens and early twenties Lyris was a performer in a troop; singing and dancing on stage. At the age of sixteen, Lyris started working for the Trinidad Steam Laundry until she left for the United States...

Apr 15, 2021

BENITA LLORENTE DE AYUSO - age 99 of Orlando FL.; passed away April 15, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 20th, 10am at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL.; where funeral services will be held beginning at 10:30am. She will be laid to rest in Highland Memory Gardens...

Apr 14, 2021

Whether serving his country in the armed forces, serving the community as a law enforcement officer, or serving individuals and families as a licensed mental health counselor, Bruce Drazen's life was one of service. Bruce Drazen, 77, passed away on April 14, 2021, in Orlando, FL. Born in Brooklyn, NY on June 30, 1943, he was raised in Brooklyn by...

Apr 14, 2021

Margaret K. Albertson, 68, of Longwood, passed away on April 14, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on April 26th, 2021 at All Saints Episcopal Church in Winter Park, Florida. Maggie was born in Charlottesville, Virginia to A. Sidney Knowles and Sarah Knowles on August 11th, 1952. She grew up and went to...

Apr 13, 2021

DiNicola, Charlene Adair (Payton) age 87. Devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, & sister. She passed away April 13th 2021 of cancer. Charlene was preceded by Charles Payton, father; Dorothea Payton (Aldrich), mother; & John DiNicola, husband & the love of her life . Charlene worked for the University of Florida Agricultural Center in Sanford for 20 years before retiring...

Apr 12, 2021

ANA ROSA QUILES DE JESUS - age 64 of Altamonte springs, FL., passed away April 12, 2021. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

Apr 12, 2021

LARRY E. EBELING - age 36 of Apopka, FL.; passed away April 12, 2021. The family will be present to receive friends on Friday, April 23rd, from 10am - 12pm, at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL. 32703, with funeral services immediately following beginning at 12pm. Larry will be laid to rest in Highland Memory Gardens,...

Apr 10, 2021

Michael Davis, 43, beloved Father, was called to his eternal resting place on April 10, 2021. He entered this world on January 15, 1978 in Xenia, OH, born to Don Davis and Mary Lou Davis. He is survived by his mother Mary Lou Davis; daughter Cheyenne Davis. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Don Davis and his brother,...

Apr 8, 2021

Christina Hendrika Willemsen - Meijer peacefully left this Earth on April 8, 2021 at home, lovingly surrounded by her children. "Tineke" is survived by her son Patrick and daughter Elise, as well as her four grandchildren: Anne Sophie, Anakin, Elias and Arwen. Tineke was preceded in death by her parents: Father Hendrik Meijer, Mother Christina van Zantwijk, Brother Hendrik...

Apr 3, 2021

Michael Paul Ellis Blessed son, father, brother, uncle and friend. Michael left us far to soon at age 52. Leaving behind a daughter, son, parents 2 brothers, family and friends. We love him and will miss him dearly. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, or the Wounded Warrior Project in Michael's...

Mar 31, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Buenaventura Acevedo. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 30, 2021

Diolanda Gomez Medina, 95, passed away peacefully at home, lovingly surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 30th, 2021 in Apopka, Florida. She was born in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba on September 25th, 1925. Diolanda is survived by her 3 sons; Fernando Medina (Karen Quill), Rafael Medina and Rosendo Medina Jr. (Maria), her 7 grandchildren; Justin, Ricky, Kristin, Breeann, Matthew,...

Mar 26, 2021

TERESA MORALES - age 83 of Deltona, FL.; passed away March 26, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, & great-grandmother that wil be missed by all. The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 1st from 10am-12pm at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. Funeral Services will folow beginning at...

Mar 24, 2021

Mr. Travis Daniel (Dan) Haneline, 69, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 24, 2021. He was born in Forsyth County, NC to Travis Cletus Haneline and Thelma Louise Haneline. Surviving are his wife, Janice Doub Haneline (Jan), three daughters, Amanda Fowler and husband John, Alyssa Haneline, Bethany Taggart and husband David all from Longwood,...

Mar 22, 2021

Cindy Spiessbach, beloved wife of John Spiessbach, passed away March 22, 2021 after a long illness. She was born December 29, 1956 in Baltimore, Maryland. She will be missed by her family and many friends. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Walking beside us was always, Cindy shared our lives for many decades. and we will always hold her memory as...

Mar 20, 2021

Jennie V. Hamlyn, 96, of Orlando, FL died at home on Saturday, March 20, 2021 surrounded by family. Jennie was born in Brooklyn, NY and spent part of her married life in Bellport, Long Island, NY. In 1969 the family moved to Orlando and opened a Carvel ice cream store. Seven years later they would open a sub shop...