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Janet Ann Witt
Nov. 27, 2024
Janet Ann Witt, affectionately known as "Ann," age 72, of Eustis, Florida, was welcomed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on November 27, 2024. She departed this life peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Eustis, Florida, on November 25, 1952, she was the daughter of Herbert...
Edward J. Fleming, Jr.
Nov. 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward J Fleming, Jr., a cherished and deeply loved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and friend. Ed went home to the Lord on November 27, 2024, surrounded by family at his home in Mount Dora, Florida. Ed was...
Joseph Howell Knowles
Nov. 26, 2024
Joseph Howell Knowles of Umatilla, Florida passed away on Tuesday November 26, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born to his father Henry (Grace) Knowles and mother Oleene Sadler Knowles in Portsmouth, Virginia on September 3, 1944. On August 20, 1966, he married the love of his life Denise! Joseph...
Patrick D Lyons
Nov. 25, 2024
Patrick Daniel Lyons June 7, 1947 – November 25, 2024 Patrick Daniel Lyons, age 77, of Grand Island, Florida, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 25, 2024. Born on June 7, 1947, in Ohio, he was the son of Paul and Edith Lyons. Patrick was married to the love of his life,...
Daniel William Duitsman
Nov. 25, 2024
Daniel William Duitsman of Eustis, Florida passed away on Monday November 25, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born to his parents Rankin and Ella Duitsman in Beatrice, Nebraska on April 3, 1935. Daniel worked in carpentry and was a member of the United States National Guard. On August 21, 1956 he...
Alexander Wells Nixon
Nov. 23, 2024
Alexander W. Nixon, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, passed away on November 23, 2024 in Tavares, Florida. His death at age 73 was due to complications of diabetes and cancer. Born in Hot Springs, VA, February 8, 1951, and raised in Westfield, NY, he was the eldest of the six children of the...
Victoria "Vicki" E. Morelli
Nov. 21, 2024
Victoria E. Morelli, affectionately known as Vicki or Mimi, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the age of 72. Born in Homestead, Florida, to Norman and Mary Ernst, who preceded her in death. She met the love of her life, Mike Morelli, and...
Jeremiah James Cortez
Nov. 20, 2024
Jeremiah James Cortez, born to Joshua and Katherine Cortez, passed peacefully in his parents loving arms on November 20, 2024. Jeremiah was born November 17, 2024. Three short days were a gift to those who love him. He is now being held in the gentle arms of Jesus. Jeremiah is loved by many,...
Ronald E. Treaster
Nov. 15, 2024
Ronald Edward Treaster (“Ron”) passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 at his home in Eustis, Florida after a long illness. Visitation will be held on November 30, 2024 at First United Methodist Church of Mount Dora, 439 E. 5th Avenue, Mount Dora from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. There will also be...
Ronald Steve McDuffie Jr.
Nov. 12, 2024
Ronald Steve McDuffie Jr., age 55, gained his freedom from earthly bonds on November 12, 2024. Ron was born on August 27, 1969, at Waterman Hospital in Eustis, Florida to his mother Bonnie Johnson Fowler and father the late Ronald “Steve” McDuffie Sr. He leaves behind his loving mother Bonnie,...
Donna Lou Darrow
Nov. 10, 2024
Donna Darrow, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 82. Her passing follows that of her husband of 63 years, Kenneth Darrow, who preceded her on January 7, 2024. Together, they shared a lifetime of love and enduring memories. Born on May 29,...
Randy Lee Buchanan
Nov. 08, 2024
Randy Lee Buchanan, a beloved husband, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2024, at the age of 46. Born on September 14, 1978, in Orlando, Florida, Randy touched the lives of many with his infectious laughter and kind heart. Randy was a proud graduate of Evans High...