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Nadine R. Jackson
Sep. 24, 2024
Nadine R. Jackson, 96, of Mt. Dora, Florida, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on September 24, 2024. Nadine was born in Blanche, Tennessee. She moved to Chicago, IL to become a TWA Stewardess where she met the love of her life,...
David Andrew Holtom
Sep. 22, 2024
David Andrew Holtom of Eustis, Florida, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at the age of 71. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, David’s life was marked by love, dedication, and a passion for his many interests. David met the love of his life, Heidi, and they shared 36 wonderful years...
Nina Teresa Rosania
Sep. 21, 2024
Nina Teresa Rosania of Eustis, Florida passed away on September 21, 2024, at the age of 43. She was born in Newark, New Jersey to her parents Frank Rosania and Noella Benton Clark on January 2, 1981. Nina has lived in Central Florida for most of her life. She is an entrepreneur that has worked in...
Nona "Jeanette" Charles
Sep. 17, 2024
Nona Jeanette Charles, known to everyone as Jeanette, of Leesburg, Florida passed away peacefully in hospice care on September 17, 2024, at the age of 93. She was born in Pikeville, Kentucky to her parents Rell and Minnie Elkins on February 9, 1931. Jeanette and her family moved from Kentucky to...
William V. Huertas
Sep. 15, 2024
William V. Huertas of Mount Dora, Florida passed away on Sunday September 15, 2024, at the age of 90. He was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico to parents Matias and Eladia Vega-Huertas. He married the love of his life Idalia Cuadrado on December 28, 1957 in Brooklyn, New York. They lived in their...
Ella C. Paets
Sep. 12, 2024
Ella C. Paets, a beloved resident of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the age of 88. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Ella spent her early years in New York before moving to Florida 50+ years ago, where she built a life filled with love, creativity, and...
Donnie Taylor
Sep. 06, 2024
Donnie Taylor of Umatilla, Florida passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born to his parents: Plynie and Lorene (nee Sapp) Taylor in Alma, Georgia on February 9, 1950. Donnie was an American Patriot serving in the United States Marine Corps and was a Vietnam Veteran....
Thomas Robert Ponto
Sep. 01, 2024
Thomas Robert Ponto of Eustis, Florida passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the age of 70. He was born to his parents Robert and Grace Ponto on May 5, 1954, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Tom lived most of his life in and around the suburbs of Milwaukee before retiring to Florida about 10 years...
Norman J. Pagels
Aug. 30, 2024
Norman J. Pagels, 85, of Fruitland Park, formerly of Eustis, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024. Born in Lancaster, New York, Norman proudly served his country in the US Army. Norman met the love of his life, Avaline (Dusty), and they shared a beautiful marriage of 66 years. Together, they...
Roy Earl Ross
Aug. 29, 2024
Roy Earl Ross, aged 88, of Leesburg, Florida, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on August 29th, 2024. Born in Buffalo, New York, he was the son of Raymond A. and Clara Landseadel Ross, and the cherished stepson of Oleta Johnson Ross following Clara’s death. The son of a dairy farmer...
Shirlene Pace Parker
Aug. 28, 2024
Shirlene Pace Parker, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the age of 86. She leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and cherished memories. Born in Eustis, Florida, Shirlene attended Eustis High School, where she was crowned homecoming queen. Her...
D. Louise Dixon
Aug. 27, 2024
Doris Louise Dixon known to everyone as Louise of Grand Island, Florida passed away on August 27, 2024, at the age of 86. She was born in Preston, Maryland to her parents James and Ida Fluharty on October 15, 1937. Louise has lived in Florida for 35 years. She is a member of St. Thomas Episcopal...