Obituaries

Jun 20, 2026

The city of Ocoee announced the death of former commissioner John Grogran, who died at the age of 64.

Originally from Boston, Grogan moved to the city of Ocoee in 1998, and began volunteering for as many city boards as he was allowed to in 2002. What he thought would be simple volunteering work for the city he had moved to...

Jun 19, 2026

Arjun R. Valipireddy, born on August 1, 1980, in Mehboobnagar, Andhra Pradesh, India

passed away on June 19, 2026. His loss is felt deeply by those who knew and loved him.  Throughout his life, he touched many lives with his unconditional kindness, love, and care.

Arjun’s greatest gift was the way he showed up for the people he loved. He was a...

Jun 19, 2026

Carmen E. Roman, a radiant soul whose life spanned 92 remarkable years, passed away on June 19, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. Born on May 20, 1934, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Carmen’s journey was one marked by grace, resilience, and a profound love for those around her.

With the ocean breezes of her birthplace woven into her spirit, Carmen carried the warmth...

Jun 19, 2026

Min Feng Hou, age 96, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026. 

Min Feng lived a life centered on faith, family, and love.   A devoted Catholic throughout her life, she found strength and comfort in her faith and was a shining example of kindness, gratitude, and compassion.  

Min Feng is now reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Shyue You...

Jun 18, 2026

Jun 17, 2026

Kristina Dilia "Nina" Vargas was born on December 12, 1979, in Cherry Point, North Carolina and passed away on June 17, 2026, in Orlando, Florida at the age of 46 years old.

Kristina graduated from Winter Park High School and built a life filled with love for her family and passions that brought her joy. She was known for her love...

Jun 17, 2026

Preston David Leone, 19 of Orlando, Florida passed away on June 17,2026. Mr. Leone was born on February 28, 2007 in Orlando, Florida to Serena Huff & Michael Leone.

Jun 17, 2026

William “Hutch” Hutcheon of Maitland, Florida, passed away unexpectedly at home onJune 17, 2026. He was born on March 5, 1954, in West Palm Beach, Florida, to Robert G.and Lisbeth L. Hutcheon.

Hutch attended Forest Hills High School in West Palm Beach, then went on to Wofford College, where he played football, and later to Florida State University—Go Noles! While at Wofford, he...

Jun 16, 2026

Paul “Gene” Ramos, 90, of Sanford, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Born in New York City on September 16, 1935, he was the beloved son of the late Olga Ramirez and Paul Ramos. Gene proudly served his country for 12 years as an Airman First Class and military police in the United States Air Force. Following his military...

Jun 16, 2026

Marilyn Lucas Baisden passed away comfortably and peacefully in Orlando, Florida on June 16, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on January 16, 1938, to Margaret Frances Killeen Lucas and Dr. Laurence Albert Lucas, Marilyn graduated in the first graduating class of Catholic High School, now known as Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School, in Oklahoma City....

Jun 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend - Donna Rose Vaughn - who passed away at the age of 74 after a long battle with cancer.

Donna is survived by her husband, Steven R Vaughn, her two children, Kimberly and Steven, her four grandchildren, two great-granddaughters...

Jun 16, 2026

Shameroon Mulchan, nicknamed "Sham", passed away unexpectedly and peaceful at AdventHealth Hospital in Altamonte Springs in Florida. Sham is survived by her children, son Gary S. Mulchan and daughters Neisha Mulchan, Judy Mulcan and Asha Mulchan. She is also survived by brothers Aleem and Amin Hosein and a sister S. Aman. Sham was born on 6 June 1935 in Princes...

Jun 15, 2026

Joan Marie Donahue, born on June 8, 1940, in Wellsville, New York, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, in Oviedo, Florida.

Joan’s life was one marked by quiet grace, enduring strength, and a steadfast love for her family. Those who knew her will remember the gentle compassion she extended to those by her side, the warmth of her smile, and...

Jun 15, 2026

Major General Douglas Stanton Metcalf, USAF (Ret.), 81, devoted husband, military leader, community servant, and longtime Winter Park resident, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Doug made every room warmer simply by being in it. He carried an easy good humor and a gift for fellowship, remembering names, stories, and exactly what made a person...

Jun 14, 2026

John Richard Wesley, age 63, passed peacefully on 6/14/26 at home, surrounded by his loved ones and his dogs. John was born on January 7, 1963 in Cheverly, Maryland. He spent his entire career on roof tops and ladders. John worked for decades for Orndorff and Spaid, Inc. before becoming the proud owner of his own Greene County roofing and...

Jun 13, 2026

Thomas Corrie, 82 of Orlando, Florida passed away on June 13, 2026. Mr. Corrie was born on February 2, 1944 in Brooklyn, New York, to Catherine Dowd & John Corrie.

Jun 12, 2026

It is with broken hearts and eternal celebration that family and friends announce that Connie Lee Wysong left this temporary world on June 12, 2026 to live in her forever home with Her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. “Granny” lived her life giving to others the same unconditional love, matchless grace and uninhibited joy God gave her. Connie began life...

Jun 10, 2026

Dorothy A. Houghton, 75, passed away peacefully on June 10th. She was born in Maryland to Norman Andersen and Dolores Baumgardener.

Jun 10, 2026

Rajesh Dubey, 58 of Sanford, Florida passed away on June 10, 2026. Mr. Dubey was born on April 11, 1968 in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India to Shitala Dubey & Amrawati Devi.

Jun 8, 2026

Loran Brough Hopkins of Altamonte Springs passed away peacefully at home on June 8, 2026 at the age of 88. Loran is survived by her two daughters, Christine and Erin; her son, Matthew; and her brother, Bruce. She is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Martin; her sisters Denise, Carol, and Judi; and her brothers, Jay and...