Obituaries

Linda Sue Wenner

Linda Sue Wenner

Mar 24, 2026

Linda Sue Wenner, a woman of remarkable intellect, warmth, and creativity, passed away March 24, 2026, in Altamonte Springs, Florida at the age of 89. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she spent her childhood in Winter Haven, Florida, leading to a life that would take her across the country and around the world. Linda Sue's love of learning defined her from...

Karen Leigh Lafleur

Karen Leigh Lafleur

Mar 22, 2026

Karen Leigh LaFleur, 81, of Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Advent Health Orlando Hospice Unit. Karen was born on September 17, 1944, in Catskill, New York to parents Joseph Wright and Beatrice (Fuller) Wright. She grew up in Davenport, New York, moved to Albany to attend college and then later to Saratoga Springs where...

Nancy Ann Smith

Nancy Ann Smith

Mar 22, 2026

Nancy Smith (Donahue), age 83, passed away peacefully in Altamonte Springs, Florida on March 22, 2026. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Smith of Altamonte Springs, FL, her son, Gregory Smith and his partner Amanda of Henderson, NC; her newborn grandson, Kodi, and his big brother, Kayden. She is also survived by her brother, Edward Donahue and his wife...

Jean Tuthill Stanton

Jean Tuthill Stanton

Mar 20, 2026

Jean T. Stanton died peacefully in her sleep at her residence of almost 4 years, Alabama Oaks Assisted Living, in Winter Park, FL, one week short of her 96 birthday. Progressing dementia and a fall preceded her move from her home to Alabama Oaks where the staff was attentive and loving, with several caring for her needs from her first...

Gary Wade Uphold

Gary Wade Uphold

Mar 20, 2026

Gary Wade Uphold, 59, of Farmington, PA, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at his home with his family by his side. Gary was born on April 10, 1966, in Oakland, MD, the son of Theodore Angelo and Mary (Guthrie) Uphold. Gary was a lifetime member of the Wharton Township Hunting and Fishing Club. He worked alongside his father...

Wilma Jean Troup

Wilma Jean Troup

Mar 19, 2026

Wilma Jean Troup, a loving mother and devoted wife, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at the age of 78. Jean's greatest joy in life was caring for others and raising her two children. She devoted herself fully to motherhood, giving her children unconditional love and guidance. For the past 2 years, Jean shared her unconditional love with her...

Mary E Lefils

Mary E Lefils

Mar 18, 2026

Mary E. "Winkie" LeFils, age 91, of Osteen, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026. She was born in Darlington, South Carolina, on July 24, 1934, to James E. and Mary A. Blackman. Winkie had a lifelong passion for the Council of Catholic Women, serving with faith, leadership, and dedication since 1958. A devout Catholic since the age of...

Leeds Dye Gurney

Leeds Dye Gurney

Mar 17, 2026

Helen "Gay" Roberta Leeds Dye Gurney was born on May 9, 1934 in Pennsylvania, to parents Robert Leeds and Helen Connery. Leeds peacefully passed on March 17, 2026 in Winter Park, Florida. Leeds grew up in Pennsylvania, before moving to Florida to attend the University of Florida as a fine arts major. It was at UF that she met her...

Faye Lynette Roberts

Faye Lynette Roberts

Mar 17, 2026

Faye Lynette Roberts (Granberry), known affectionately to her friends as Lynette, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at AdventHealth Hospice in Altamonte Springs, Florida, at the age of 80. Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on July 15, 1945, Lynette lived a life marked by service, adventure, and a deep love for the natural world. A woman of compassion and...

Marcela Del Pilar Ortiz Funes

Marcela Del Pilar Ortiz Funes

Mar 16, 2026

Marcela Ortiz Funes died unexpectedly at home on March 16, 2026, in Winter Springs, Florida, at the age of 44. Marcela is survived by her children, Nathan Rivera and Vincent Hall, her siblings, Esteban, Andrea, and Antonio Ortiz, her parents, Antonio and Elizabeth Ortiz, and her partner, Aaron Wilkins. Marcela was born on August 19, 1981, in Manhasset, New York,...

Stephanie Gagnon Torres

Stephanie Gagnon Torres

Mar 15, 2026

Our dearly beloved Stéphanie Gagnon-Torres passed peacefully on March 15, 2026, surrounded by the deep love and presence of her family. There is now a Stéphanie-sized space in the world. For those who knew her, the depth of that absence is immeasurable. It is a space that will never be filled, only carried. To know her was to love her....

John Pierce

John Pierce

Mar 15, 2026

John (Jack) Pierce, age 91, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in DeLand, Florida no doubt hearing from Him these words, "Well done, my good and faithful servant"; During his lifetime on earth Jack was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather to 20. He was a loyal...

Angela Violante

Angela Violante

Mar 14, 2026

With deep sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Angela Violante, who departed this earthly life on March 14, 2026, in Longwood, Florida, at the age of 76. Angela was born on June 10, 1949, in Utica, New York, to her parents, Salvatore Alberico and Marie DeSimone. She was raised with a strong sense of family togetherness and...

Mary Helen Danaher

Mary Helen Danaher

Mar 14, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Helen Danaher, beloved teacher, devoted Catholic, and cherished wife, mother and grandmother, who entered eternal rest with the Lord on March 14, 2026, at the age of 76 in Orlando, Florida. Born on January 21, 1950, in Joliet Illinois, Mary Helen dedicated her life to faith, family, and...

Mary "Mimi" Doyle Panzirer Nally

Mary "Mimi" Doyle Panzirer Nally

Mar 13, 2026

We celebrate the life of a truly remarkable woman, Mary "Mimi" Doyle Panzirer Nally, who died peacefully 03/13/2026 in hospice after a sudden decline in health. Mimi was born in Englewood, NJ on 12/20/1948, grew up in Connecticut, and moved to Central Florida around 1978 and never left. In 1983, she made Maitland her home and became one of the...

Robert Joseph Stankowski

Robert Joseph Stankowski

Mar 12, 2026

Robert "Wazoo" Joseph Stankowski, 79, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2026, in Ocoee, Florida, surrounded by the love from his wife, Evelyn Stankowski, and their daughter, Jennifer Parsons. Robert was born on August 2, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, to parents Robert Stankowski and Catherine Sheridan. Over the course of his life, Bob became known for his humor, his...

Maureen Ruth Maynard

Maureen Ruth Maynard

Mar 12, 2026

Maureen passed away peacefully in Clearwater, Florida, on March 12, 2026 at the age of 78. She is survived by her four children: Rick Lee Maynard, Angela Lee Allison, Mark Lee Maynard, and Matthew Lee Maynard; six grandchildren: Kristen, Colton, Max, Mason, Morgan, and Carson and six great-grandchildren. Maureen's legacy lives on through her family, who will cherish her memory...

Charles E. Nelson

Charles E. Nelson

Mar 12, 2026

Charles Edward Nelson, of Longwood, FL, went to his heavenly home on March 12, 2026. He was born on August 17, 1934, in Huntsville, AL. He attended Vanderbilt University and Harvard Business School, later working as a Certified Public Accountant in the Tampa Bay area. Charlie married Sharron (nee Heim) in 1962. He and his family relocated to the Orlando...

Ravi Ramcharitar

Ravi Ramcharitar

Mar 9, 2026

Ravi Ramcharitar was born on November 16, 1986, in Trinidad and Tobago. He was raised in Brooklyn, New York, alongside his parents and siblings before later moving with his family to Orlando, Florida, where he continued building his life surrounded by those he loved. On March 9, 2026, Ravi made his way into the arms of the Lord. Ravi was...

Peter John Lyons

Peter John Lyons

Mar 7, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Peter John Lyons, who transitioned to the Lord peacefully on March 7, 2026 surrounded by his family. Through his journey of 80 years beginning in Liverpool, England, July 22, 1945, he touched many lives with his wisdom, humor and an unwavering devotion to his family. He will be greatly...