Obituaries

Aug 17, 2021

Joseph (Ralph) Melton Oliver, 87, of Ocoee, Florida passed away August 17, 2021. Ralph was born on August 21, 1933 in Mobile, Alabama to James Melton Oliver and Lecie Oliver (Helms). He is survived by his fishing buddy and wife of 63 years, Ilene Oliver, and many loving family and friends.

Aug 15, 2021

Jose Rodriguez of Ocoee, Florida passed away on Aug 15, 2021. Funeral services will be announced.

Aug 15, 2021

John Floyd Cockrell, 73, of Ocoee, FL, passed away on `Sunday, August 15, 2021. He was born July 19, 1948 in Mobile, AL to the late Kenneth and Catherine Cockrell.

John survived his country as a member of the US Army during the Korean War.  He was the Supervisor of the Ocoee Water Department for 30 years.  In his...

Aug 10, 2021

Linda Jane Noel, 71, affectionately known as Sallie Jane,” passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at Cornerstone Hospice in Clermont.  Sallie was born December 10, 1949, in Tacoma Washington, to Ross King Noel and Hazel Dean Gignilliat Noel.  She retired from the Orlando Auto Auction as a driver.

Sallie Jane was the Past President, Chaplain, and a Life Member of the VFW...

Aug 9, 2021

Virginia Martha Reeves Braue, 93, of Winter Park, FL, died Monday, August 9, 2021.  She was born November 16, 1927, in Caldwell, NJ, to Elmer F. Reeves and Marion Hallock Reeves.  She, her family, and parents, moved to Orlando in 1955.  She was a homemaker and lover of cats.

Virginia is survived by her sons, Daniel J....

Aug 7, 2021

Nathan Donahey, a meat manager for Publix, and lifelong resident of Ocoee, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at the age of 46.

Nathan was born in Orlando on July 21, 1975 to Michael and Renae Donahey.  He graduated from West Orange High School in 1993.  He has worked for Publix Supermarkets for 13 years.  On January...

Jul 26, 2021

Crystal Gail Bowling, 40, of Winter Garden, Florida passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021.  She is survived by her daughters, Chelsea Williams, Angel Williams, and Kindra Matthews; son, Robert Williams; mother, Patty Bowling; stepfather, Alvin Young; four grandchildren; sister, Tasha Bowling; brother, Alvin Young; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday,...

Jul 26, 2021

Joseph Scott Terry, Sr., age 50, passed away suddenly in Orlando, Florida in July.  Joe was born in New York, spent most of his childhood in Ramstein, Germany, and became a Florida resident soon after graduating high school in the 80s. Joe attended Florida State University and was part of the football team for a time before graduating with...

Jul 23, 2021

Allen Dewayne Bell, 40, of Winter Garden, Florida passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021. A Celebration of Life at Temple Free Will Baptist Church will be announced.

Jul 20, 2021

Angelo John Martello, 64, of Orlando, Florida passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jul 20, 2021

Jack McKay Dyer, Jr., known to all as “Mac,” died suddenly and unexpectedly on July 20, 2021, in Winter Garden, FL. Born June 27, 1950, in Gainesville, FL to the late Jack McKay Dyer, Sr. and Barbara Ricker Dyer. Mac was the first-born child who blazed a path for his siblings, cousins, and friends to follow. He attended Rock...

Jul 19, 2021

“It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you on the day God called you home.”

Clayton was brought into this world 27 years ago by Joan, his birth mother and on the same day, this gift from God was given to his parents,...

Jul 18, 2021

Staci Lorraine Bass, 51, of Ocoee, Florida passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Orlando Regional Medical Center, due to complication from her lung cancer.

Staci was born November 22, 1969, in Gainesville, Florida to Joseph and Ella Bass. She is a Santa Fe High School Alumni. Staci spent her time helping and caring for others, which...

Jul 15, 2021

Catherine Spicer, 94, of Orlando, Florida passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Delila Perez (Larry); two grandchildren, Toby Perez and Candace Jones; five great grandchildren, Cody Perez, Kayla Perez, Wyatt Strickland, McKenna Strickland, and Dustin Strickland; four brothers, and four sisters.  In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death...

Jul 5, 2021

Ruthie Rutherford Wingate completed her earthly journey and went to be with the Lord on July 5, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  Born February 24, 1926, in Limestone County, Alabama, she was the last remaining child of V. M. and Lennie Sims.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by first husband, C....

Jul 5, 2021

Throughout my whole life, my mom always told me that “everything happens for a reason.” She also liked to quote her own father’s saying, “you’ve been dying every day since you were born.” These phrases were not said with sadness in mind but with honesty and good memories at the forefront. If I had any random and obscure concerns...

Jul 1, 2021

Ricardo Rojas of Orlando, Florida, passed away on July 1, 2021. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 17, 2021, 1pm at Collison Carey Hand Funeral Home.  The family requests that friends gather to celebrate his life at 12:30 before the service.

The service will be live streamed and recorded for those unable to attend.

Jun 30, 2021

John Hinkle of Winter Garden, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. John was born on Feb 12, 1964 in Fairfax, Virginia. He spent his childhood in SW and Northern Virginia and moved to Florida when he was in his 20's. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard A. Hinkle, his mother, Emma Sue Gearheart, and...

Jun 28, 2021

On June 28th we lost a most precious gift...our beloved daughter, sister, mother and friend, who meant more than words can explain. Our thoughts can be at ease knowing you are wearing your favorite camo pjs, flip flops, and telling corny jokes while watching over us. We promise to live our best life in honor of you. May your...

Jun 17, 2021

Jorge Ponce Torres of Apopka, Florida passed away on Jun 17, 2021. A memorial service will be held Firday, July 2, 2021, 1pm at Collison Carey hand Funeral Home.  Interment will follow in Orlando Memorial Gardens.