Samuel James Chapin (Sam), 97, passed away on January 10, 2025, at his home in Eustis, Florida. He was born to Roger E. and Mildred Armstrong Chapin on May 13, 1927, and was Mildred’s birthday present. He was predeceased by his brothers, John Chapin and Charles “Chick” Chapin, and his wife of 55...

Tasha Marie Fusek of Eustis, Florida passed away, suddenly, on Saturday December 28, 2024, at the age of 54. She was born in Winter Park, Florida on June 11, 1970, to her parents William and Susan Ray. She was preceeded in death by her precious younger sister, Heather Ray Ryan, and her loving...

Ann B. Lyons April 5, 1939 – December 23, 2024 Ann B. Lyons, age 85, of Grand Island, Florida, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 23, 2024. Born on April 5, 1939, in Charleston, West Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of Garnet and Howard Dunlap. Ann married the love...

Stephen Patrick Kanar was born in Abbeville, South Carolina on February 2, 1944. He graduated from Duke Law School in 1969. He became a plaintiff’s attorney and litigator and was a member of the Florida Bar for 50 years. Steve was known among his family, friends, and colleagues for his honesty,...

Josie Lynn Wedell of Eustis, Florida passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 23. She was born in Eustis, Florida to her parents Bradley Wedell and Kathy Tucker on August 7, 2001. Josie’s smile lit up a room wherever she was. She loved making candles and being outdoors. Josie always put...

Bernice Diane Ducat, 74 of Belleview, Florida passed away on December 18, 2024, following a lengthy illness. She was born on Born on December 4, 1950 to the late Carl and Bernice Marsh. Bernice was a graduate of Mayville, NY High School and was employed as a hair stylist, eventually owning and...

Deanna Carter Hand Ford, age 84, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024 in Mount Dora, Florida. Deanna was the youngest child of David (Sr.) and Delana Carter who were pioneers of the East Volusia County area. Deanna was the youngest of their 5 children and actually grew up in a log cabin on Nova...

James (Jim) Carpenter of Grand Island, FL passed away suddenly on Wed., Dec. 11, 2024, at the age of 77. He was born in Columbus, OH on Nov.14, 1947. Jim married the love of his life, soulmate and best friend, Diane Carpenter on Jan. 25, 1975. Together they lived in several states during his...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Selena Allison Keller, who peacefully departed this life in her home in Havana, Florida, on December 8th, 2024. Born in Miami, Florida on October 11, 1958. Selena was a beloved daughter, sister and friend. Selena is survived by her loving...

Carolyn Sue Rutherford of Umatilla, Florida passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 80. She was born in Mount Vernon, Indiana by her parents Reverend James and Gladys Colbert on December 26, 1943. The family will be providing a full obituary soon. Condolences, memories, and photos may be...

Hilda E. Garcia Martinez of Mount Dora, Florida passed away on December 3, 2024, at the age of 91. She was born in Gurabo, Puerto Rico on September 6, 1933 to her parents Juan Garcia and Dominga Martinez. Hilda moved from Colombia to Florida in 2019. She worshipped at LifePointe Church in Eustis,...

Emory Maddox, known to all as Chase, of Leesburg, Florida passed away on Sunday December 1, 2024, at the age of 60. He was born to his parents Hitup and Lynda Maddox in Ocala, Florida on February 24, 1964. Chase worked as a Manager for numerous convenient stores and also studied real estate. He...