Obituaries
Obituaries for Orange County, Apopka, FL and surrounding areas.
Desiree Sotirin
Oct 18, 2024
Desiree Diana Sotirin
March 8, 1982- October 18, 2024
Desiree Diana Sotirin, 42, of Longwood, Florida, went to be with the Lord on Friday October 18, 2024. A loving, compassionate, devoted wife and mother, Desiree is survived by her husband Michael D. Sotirin, children Michael J. and Milania C. Sotirin, mother and father Carol and Michael J....
Rev. Edward Benjamin "Ben" Chambers
Oct 13, 2024
On Friday, June 8, 1928, Edward Benjamin Chambers, or Ben, as he was fondly called by family and friends, was born in Garden Hill, in the parish of St. Catherine in Jamaica, West Indies. His parents were the late Edward Chambers and Emily (Hutchinson) Chambers.
In his youth, Ben attended Garden Hill Primary School and Dinthill Agricultural High School....
Stephen R. Baker
Oct 10, 2024
It is with a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our cherished Stephen (Steve) Ryan Baker. He was 52 years old.
Steve lived in Longwood, Florida and was the eldest son of Bruce and Kathy Baker. Steve was preceded in death by his younger brother Wesley Stuart Baker.
Stephen is survived by his parents Bruce and Kathy; beloved daughters, Kayla and...
Herminia Figueroa Suarez
Oct 8, 2024
Herminia Figueroa Suarez Born: October 9th, 1930, Died: October 8th, 2024,
Herminia Figuera Suarez, age 93, passed away on Tuesday October 8th, 2024, at her residence in Apopka, Florida. She was born October 9th, 1930, in Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico to Nieves and Moncerrate Figueroa. She was one of eight siblings; three brothers, Pepe Figueroa, Alfredo Figueroa, Belito...
Carol Ried
Oct 8, 2024
Carol Joy Ried (Lazar)
- age 81 of Leesburg, FL.; passed away October 8, 2024. Born October 9, 1942 in Herrin, IL. to Steven & Laverne Lazar. She was raised in Ziegler, IL.; & graduated from Ziegler High School in 1960.
She is the beloved wife of 41 years to Walter A. Ried; and the late Ronald Dean Williams;...
Dennis Wiltse
Oct 5, 2024
Dennis James "DJ" Wiltse, 83, of Longwood, Fla., passed away on Oct. 5, 2024.
He was born in Kokomo, Ind., on Sept. 23, 1941 to Edward and Kathleen (Runyon) Wiltse.
He was a 1959 graduate of Roosevelt High School in Monticello, Ind.
He married Gail Gamble on Sept. 15, 1963 at her parents' home in Monticello, and...
Andrew P. Cardona
Oct 5, 2024
Andrew P. Cardona
- age 75 of Casselberry FL.; passed away October 5, 2024.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 14th from 4-7pm at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL. Burial will take place in Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell FL. on Tuesday, October 15th at 10am. Mr. Cardona was a proud veteran of the United States Army.
Virginia Francis
Oct 3, 2024
Virginia Jocelyn Francis, beloved daughter of Zelie Platoff of Martinique and Sydney Felix of Venezuela, was born on January 7, 1941, in Port of Spain, Trinidad West Indies and passed away peacefully in Orlando, Florida on October 3, 2024, leaving a void her family cannot fill.
She attended Success Roman Catholic school in Trinidad. Thereafter, she assisted her father in one...
Betty R. Delfiacco
Oct 2, 2024
Betty Ruth Delfiacco was a caring and devoted mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. Betty, an Altamonte Springs resident for 44 years, left this world gracefully on the evening of October 2nd, 2024 at the golden age of 93.
She was born on October 9th, 1930 to Clarence and Goldie Louise Clemmer in Poland, Ohio. Betty metthe love of...
Catherine S. Bruno
Oct 1, 2024
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to Hurricane Milton and potential impacts to Central Florida, services for Mrs. Bruno have been changed to Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Catherine (Cathy) Stella Bruno, 79 of Winter Park, FL passed away on Tuesday October 1st with her loving family by her side.
Cathy was born on April 14th 1945 in Brooklyn, NY to Phllip and Frances Todaro. She was...
Elder Lester C. Rilea, Sr.
Sep 30, 2024
Les, as he encouraged his friends to call him, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024. Four days before his 92nd birthday. He lived his life making sure that everyone around him knew they were loved. He is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings William, Warren, Dorothy, and Margaret.
Les was the youngest of 5 children born to...
William R. Richardson
Sep 29, 2024
William "Bill" Richardson, 80, passed away On Sunday, September 29, 2024. Born on the vibrant island of St. Thomas, U.S.V.I., on August 8, 1944 to Maria Riera and Lionell Gaston Richardson. He was the oldest of seven children. Raised by his mother Maria, along with his siblings, Daniel, Eddie, Jeanie, Lorraine, Harry, and Randy, in the Bronx, eventually settling in...
James Garrett
Sep 25, 2024
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to Hurricane Milton and potential impacts to Central Florida, services for Mr. Garrett have been postponed to Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
James Arthur Garrett, age 62 of Orlando, Florida, passed away, surrounded by friends & family who loved him dearly, on September 25, 2024. He was born on March 18, 1962, in Fort Belvoir, VA. James proudly served in...
Jose Rivera
Sep 24, 2024
Jose "Pepito" Rivera Diaz, 88, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024, after many years of battling Alzheimer's Disease. Pepito was a beloved and devoted husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, godfather, uncle, and friend. His gentle warmth, laughter, kindness, and heart of gold will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Jose is survived by his equally devoted wife of over...
Ronald G. Chambers
Sep 19, 2024
Ronald Chambers, born to his mother and father Marjorie and Edward Benjamin Chambers on May 10, 1957 in Kingston, Jamaica, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2024, at the age of 67. Raised in New York, Ronald's adventurous spirit led him to travel the world through his service in the Navy. His ambition led him to receiving his Bachelors degree...
Frances McCain
Sep 17, 2024
Frances M. McCain, known affectionately as Fran, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, in Daytona, FL, at the age of 77. Born on February 4, 1947, in Highland Park, NJ, Fran lived a vibrant and creative life.
Fran found joy and happiness in making silk floral arrangements, a hobby that showcased her artistic touch. Her talents extended into...
Filomena Lopez
Sep 16, 2024
Filomena Gloria Lopez
- age 97 of Apopka FL.; passed away September 16, 2024. Services entrusted to Highland Funeral Home, Apopka FL.
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