Obituaries
Sonya Varnum
Oct 8, 2023
Sonya Elizabeth Hall Varnum. Sonya, born on July 26th, 1961, in Saint Petersburg, Florida, to Donald and Katie Hall, touched the lives of many. She was surrounded by her family when she passed away on October 8th, 2023, at her home. Sonya was the beloved wife of Jason Varnum and a cherished sister to Mark Hall, Tim Hall, Donna Cohen...
Scott Updike
Oct 8, 2023
Scott Updike died peacefully at Advent Health Hospice on October 8, 2023 in Altamonte Springs, FL. Scott is survived by his wife Debbie, son Jerry, daughter-in-law Ginger, and granddaughter Harper Grace all residence of Sanford, FL. Scott came into the world on February 13, 1959 in Janesville Wisconsin. He was the sixth of eight children. He spent his summers fishing,...
Diane Marie Hoben
Oct 8, 2023
Diane (Berger) Hoben, daughter of Charles and Helen (Dyer) Berger, was born July 5, 1951, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She received her education in the Ayrshire Community School. Diane worked as a low-income loan officer for the USDA until her retirement. Diane was united in marriage to Bradley Hoben on June 22, 1970. They lived in Emmetsburg, Iowa until moving to...
David Wayne Rhodes
Oct 7, 2023
David Rhodes passed away Saturday October 7, 2023 surrounded by his family, Katy Piumelli (his wife) and his two stepsons: Nicholas Piumelli (wife Kayla) and Michael Piumelli (girlfriend Kirsten McCorry.) He is preceded in death by his father, Frederick Rhodes, and survived by his mother Anna Marie Rhodes and brother Daniel Thomas Rhodes, of El Paso, IL. David was born...
Arthur M Haves
Oct 6, 2023
Arthur M Haves 74 of Deland, Florida passed away on October 06, 2023. Arthur was born on August 16, 1949 in Miami, Florida to the late Gerald Samuel Haves and Louise Tanga. Arthur is survived by his loving brother; Nicholas Haves.
Patricia Wilkins Wilder
Oct 6, 2023
Patricia Ann Wilkins Wilder, 81, peacefully passed away at Advent Altamonte Hospital under the tender care of the incredible ICU staff after a sudden illness on October 6, 2023. She is now reunited with husband William Floyd Wilder, who preceded her in death 28 years ago. She is also reunited with beloved son-in-law David Essa, who passed away in October...
Basim "Sam" Farhan Zarou
Oct 6, 2023
Basim "Sam" Farhan Zarou passed away peacefully on October 6, 2023 after a series of health issues. Basim was the son of Farhan and Farha Zarou and was born on April 14, 1951 in Ramallah, Palestine. The family moved to the United States in December 1957, settling in Detroit, Michigan. Basim graduated from Thurston High School, then met and married...
Gloria Hoffman Travis
Oct 5, 2023
Gloria Hoffman Travis, March 11, 1926- October 5, 2023 Beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother. Gloria was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and passed away at home in Altamonte Springs, FL She is survived by her only child, Candace Bonnie Travis and several nieces and nephews. Gloria worked as a key punch operator in the 1950s. Once her daughter was born...
Gloria E. Austin-Knighton
Oct 5, 2023
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL - Gloria Elaine Austin Knighton, age 90, of Altamonte Springs, Florida, passed away on October 5, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1933, in Brooklyn, NY. She was sole daughter with three brothers born of parents, Kenneth Aberdeen Thompson and Miriam Anderson Scantlebury-Thompson both from the beautiful island of Barbados. Gloria is survived by her loving...
Jimmie "Ray" Womble Jr.
Oct 5, 2023
In Loving Memory of Jimmie "Ray" Womble Jr. Jimmie "Ray" Womble Jr. passed away unexpectedly on October 5th, 2023, in Oviedo, Florida, at the age of 62. He is survived by his loving mother, Bobbie M. Womble, his sister Carolyn Taylor and her husband Matthew Taylor, his brother David W. Womble and his wife Michelle Womble, and a vast extended...
Kay Moody Buffington
Oct 5, 2023
Kay Moody Buffington, 89 of Plant City, Florida, was called home to her Savior on the evening of October 5, 2023 after a long battle suffering with dementia. Kay was born in Plant City on May 30, 1934 and was the first born child to the late Frank and Hazel Moody. Kay married Charles Thomas Johnson Jr. (Tommy) in 1953...
Gloria Elaine Austin-Knighton
Oct 5, 2023
Gloria Elaine Austin-Knighton 90, from Altamonte Springs, Florida passed away on October 05, 2023. Gloria was born on February 22, 1933 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Kenneth and Miriam Thompson. Gloria is survived by her loving daughters; Gina W. Watson and Cherise Austin-DeSota.
John Arthur Gustafson
Oct 4, 2023
John Arthur Gustafson, 75, of Sanford, FL passed away October 4, 2023. John was born November 24, 1947, in New Haven, CT, to Arthur and Jane Gustafson. He was predeceased by his parents. John is survived by his daughters, Emily Bower and Keri Flynn.
Jane C Wittbold
Oct 2, 2023
Jane C. Wittbold 93, of Winter Park, Florida passed away on October 02, 2023. Jane was born on July 11, 1930 to the late Grover Crosbie and Frances Barrett. Jane is survived by her loving daughter; Katherine Tyler.
Gail Guinn Williams
Oct 2, 2023
Gail Guinn Williams, age 92, of Maitland, FL passed away October 2, 2023. Born in Birmingham, AL July 7th 1931, She will be deeply missed. She will always be remembered for her giving, sweetness, kindness, honesty, and reliability. She was loved by her family and friends. She attended Mt. Brook Grammer School, Misses Howards School, and Birmingham Southern College. She...
Candidia Emilia Lopez
Oct 1, 2023
Candidia Emilia Lopez 75, of Lake Alfred, Florida passed away on October 1, 2023. Candidia was born in La Havana, Cuba on February 16, 1948 to the late Eustaquio Rafael Lopez Del Castillo and Mercedes Leon Hernandez. Candidia is survived by her daughter; Monica Merino and son; Michael Merino.
Brenda Ann (Abysalh) Gonzalez
Oct 1, 2023
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Ann (Abysalh) Gonzalez on October 1, 2023, at the age of 74 in Altamonte Springs, Florida. After a courageous battle with a rare form of cancer, Brenda departed from this world as she lived in it – surrounded by love. Brenda is survived by her...
Cassandra "Kay" Woodard
Oct 1, 2023
Cassandra Woodard, affectionately called "Kay" by all who knew and loved her, was born to Mabel Rosa Lee Clark Woodard and Reverend John Henry Woodard Sr. on December 23, 1939, in Deland, Florida (FL). In 1945, the family moved from Eustis, FL to Winter Park, FL. Cassandra graduated from Hungerford High School in 1957. She later attended the National School...
Gary William Wasson
Sep 30, 2023
Gary William Wasson passed away unexpectedly in Altamonte Springs, FL on September 30, 2023 at the age of 69. Gary was the beloved husband of Cathy and devoted father of Erin and Taylor. He is also survived by his sister Joan Fahrner and his nieces, nephews-in-law, and great nieces. Gary was born on July 31, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan to...
James Reynolds Clarkin Jr.
Sep 30, 2023
James Clarkin, affectionately known as "Jimmy" by his family and friends was an avid enthusiast of anything related to the water. He loved surfing, fishing, water skiing, boating, and scuba diving. James Reynolds Clarkin Jr., age 68, departed this earthly life unexpectedly from complications due to cardiac arrest on September 30, 2023. Jimmy was born in Charleston, South Carolina on...
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