Obituaries

Jun 8, 2020

Fernando De Jesus Estevez was born on Wednesday, October 4, 1950 in La Cuesta Abajo, San Jose de Las Matas, Dominican Republic to Ana Mercedes Peralta and Fernando Emilio Estevez. Surrounded by family, at 69 years of age, he passed away peacefully as he met with our Lord Jesus, on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 6:20am, after a long...

Jun 3, 2020

Luis Arroyo, 50, was a beloved husband, father, brother who was called to his eternal resting place on June 3, 2020. He entered this world on November 15, 1969, in Miami, FL, born to Luis and Maria Arroyo. He is survived by his wife Aida Arroyo, their 3 children Eddy, Christina, and Cassandra and a family the size of a...

May 23, 2020

CARL CECIL BALLARD Ballard, Carl Cecil, age 92 of Orlando passed away on May 23, 2020. Born April 7, 1928 to Fred and Edna Ballard. He was raised in Geneva, Florida, and loved living on Lake Harney which gave him fond memories of his childhood. He attended the Geneva School (grades 1-6), before moving to Orlando to stay with his...

May 21, 2020

Helen Louise Toll, 80, passed away on May 21, 2020 at her home in Vero Beach, FL. She was born in Louisville, Ky. on October 26, 1939 to Robert Charles and Effie J. Marcum. She was the eldest of four siblings, Ruth, David and Charles. All had moved to the Apopka area. Helen married Eugene Toll and had three...

May 20, 2020

Russell Samuel Dawson - age 88, of Orlando, FL passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Russ was a long-time resident of Orlando, moving here from New Castle, PA where he was born to Martha Bender Dawson and Samuel Dawson on March 24, 1932. Russ leaves behind his beloved wife of 63 years Shirley along with many loved ones...

May 18, 2020

MARY JOYCE JOHNSON - age 77 of Apopka, FL.; passed away May 18, 2020. Graveside Services will be held on Friday, May 22nd, 10am at Highland Memory Gardens, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. 32703.

May 16, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we must say goodbye to our beloved Maria A. Herrera. She unexpectedly passed away Saturday morning May 16th, 2020, in the comfort of her home. Maria was a loving wife, Mother, Grandmother, & Mother-in-law. A joyful woman with a constant smile and contagious laugh. She always lit up a room with her positivity...

May 10, 2020

Briggs, Elaine E. - age 88 of Apopka FL.; passed away May 10, 2020 in Orlando, FL. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 14th, 12pm at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. 32703; where Funeral Services will be held beginning at 12:30pm. Mrs. Briggs will be laid to rest following in Highland Memory Gardens....

May 10, 2020

Guillerma Rivera - age 90 of Orlando, FL.; passed away May 10, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 13th from 10am - 12pm at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. Funeral Services will be held immediately following beginning at 12pm with Burial Services to follow....

May 2, 2020

Vera Alice Youngs, 92, passed away May 2, 2020. She entered this world on January 7, 1928 in Apex, NC, born to Claude & Vera Beckwith. AKA Peggie Youngs, she was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, sister and friend. Her heart was as big as all outdoors, and if you were lucky enough to know her, you...

Apr 30, 2020

Nancy Watts Griffin 95 died peacefully in her sleep Thursday morning April 30, 2020 and is now walking with God. She was born in Montgomery, Ala. and was lovingly married to Tom Griffin, Jr. for 70 years, and worked beside him as a commercial artist and at their photography studio in Winter Park. She will also be missed by...

Apr 22, 2020

MORGAN, BERYL B. - age 84 of Apopka, FL.; passed away April 22, 2020. Funeral services entrusted to Highland Funeral Home, Apopka FL.

For a recording of Mrs. Morgan's services, please visit (https://www.geminigraphicsstreaming.com/Highland/BMorgan.MOV)

Apr 12, 2020

Miriam Watson left this world peacefully on April 12, 2020- Easter Sunday at the age of 77.

Miriam Watson is survived by her children William Watson Jr. {Ginnie Watson}, Kimberly Ducharme, {Mike Ducharme}, Christopher Watson {Teresa Watson} Stacey Sharpnack {Richard Sharpnack, Jr}, Jessica Harwell, and Jason Watson {Eunice Watson}. She had 17 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. She is also...

Apr 12, 2020

Our sweet Wesley David Peacock was born February 22nd, 2018 to David and Jennifer Peacock in Altamonte Springs, Florida, and passed away on Easter Sunday, April 12th, 2020. In just a few short years he captured the hearts of his family and filled those around him with Joy. Wesley loved his family and his infectious laugh would uplift everyone...

Apr 3, 2020

Ralph J. McNealy, 90, of Oakland, Florida was called to his eternal resting place on April 3, 2020. He was the husband of the late Margaret McNealy who proceeded him on October 20, 1993. Ralph was born on October 22, 1929 in Smith Center, Kansas, the son of Ralph and Edna McNealy. Although born in Kansas, Ralph was raised...

Mar 30, 2020

WRIGHT, FRANCIS A. - age 76 of Orlando, FL.; passed away March 30, 2020. A Celebration of Mr. Wright's Life will be held on Saturday, June20, 2020; 10am at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. Mr. Wright was a proud veteran of the United States Army.

Mar 25, 2020

UPDATED August 27, 2020:

A Celebration of Paddy's Life is scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2020, 1:30pm at Annunciation Catholic Church, 1020 Montgomery Rd., Altamonte Springs FL. 32714.

Padraic Conan McCracken at the age of 50 lost his battle to brain cancer, dying peacefully on Wednesday,...

Mar 19, 2020

Angel Luis Mendez died unexpectedly on March 19, 2020 at the age of 51 in Orlando Florida. Angel Luis Mendez is survived by Eulogia Hernandez and Carmolo Mendez; his wife, Maritza Mendez; his Daughter, Tiffany Mendez. Angel was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 21, 1968 to Eulogia Hernandez and Carmolo Mendez. On December 17, 2007, he married Maritza...

Mar 17, 2020

Joseph P. Pasqualetti, 63, of Apopka Florida, passed away on Tuesday, March 17th, 2020. Joe is the son of Raymond Pasqualetti and Vincenza Paris, born on July 23, 1956, in Providence, Rhode Island. He graduated from La Salle Academy High School, Rhode Island in 1974 where he went on to graduate from college in Brant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island....

Mar 10, 2020

-Tam Hong Vu, 67, Apopka, FL passed on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. A visitation with the receiving of family and friends will be held 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Saturday, March 14, 2020, with a Funeral Service taking place at 1:00 PM at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL. Please visit the Tribute Page to leave sympathies,...