Dora S. Gardner, 102, of Sorrento, Fl, passed aw aon October 21, 2024, in Tavares, FL. She was born in Cleveland, OH, on June 1, 1922, to her parents: Frank and Helen (Kosak) Kecskemety. She worked in manufacturing for a sandpaper company. She is survived by her son: Edwin Alan Gardner. She was...

Stiles Calvin Dyal, 72, of Leesburg, FL, passed away on October 20, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1952, in Jacksonville, FL, to his parents: Stiles and Ennis (Stewart) Dyal. He worked as a golf course attendant. No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Steverson,...

We celebrate the life of Frances Juanita Stone, born Francis Juanita Johns in 1931, known as Nita to her friends, Mema to her Grandchildren and Queen Bee of the Stone family. She lived her life centered around her family and gardening. Nita worked as a school bus driver for many years...

Thomas Michael Stephens, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 20, 2024 following a courageous 11-year battle with cancer. Born on August 19, 1952, Tommy demonstrated unwavering resilience and faith throughout his ordeal. Raised in...

Joan Wright, 74, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024, at her home with family members at her side. Joan was born on June 16, 1950, in Hartford, Alabama. She was a 1968 graduate of Tavares High School. She retired in 2015, after 30 years with the Lake County School Board. She enjoyed...

Joyce Edith Atkin, 100, of Tavares, Fl, passed away on October 19, 2024, in Umatilla, FL. She was born on October 13, 1924, in London, England, to her parents, Arthur and Maud (Smith) Townsend. She emigrated to Canada and then moved to Ohio where she lived for fifty years before moving to...

Ralph Heil, age 86, of Tavares, FL passed away on October 18, 2024. He was born July 17, 1938 in Columbus, OH to John and Ella Shope. His four siblings, Dora Ward, Howard Heil, Jack Heil and Martha Lee Robb all preceded him in death. He married Beverly Greenwood on June 20, 1958. He worked in the...

Michelle Lynn Tatar (Cheek), also known as Glam Gram, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, at home in the arms of her hero and husband, Jason Tatar. Originally from Rantoul, Illinois, Michelle and her family moved to Florida in 2019 to be closer to her second love, the mouse with the big ears....

John Joseph Maruniak, Jr., age 80, of Leesburg passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. He was born December 16, 1943 in Palm Beach, FL. He was Planner with Lake County and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his sister, Carole Maruniak of Eustis, FL; brothers, Joel Maruniak...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald A. Best, on Monday, October 14, 2024, at age 77. He was born on March 12, 1947 in St. Louis, MO. to Dexter and Iva Best. Donald, recognized for his strong will and love for his family, took pride in serving his country as a member of...

William Beecher Russell, Jr., age 89, of Altoona, FL passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024. He was born February 14, 1935 in Jackson, TN and moved to Lake County, FL in 1997 from Millington, TN. He was a retired Sergeant – Materials Support Technician with the Tennessee Air National Guard 164th...