Obituaries

Sep 27, 2025

Patricia Suzanne Summerall, born on June 19, 1981, in Winter Garden, Florida, left us on September 27, 2025. A resident of her cherished hometown throughout her life, Patricia touched many through her kindness, compassion, and unwavering spirit.

Throughout her years in Winter Garden, Patricia became known for her vibrant personality and her warm smile that could light up any room. She...

Aug 31, 2025

Edwin “Ed” Colón, 72, of Winter Garden, Florida, passed away on August 31, 2025.

Born July 19, 1953, in Juan Diaz, Puerto Rico, Ed lived a life filled with family, friendship, and community. He grew up in Ohio before settling in Indiana, where he spent nearly four decades, and moved to Winter Garden in 2013.

Ed was a 1972 graduate of Lincoln...

Sep 30, 2025

Helen Irene Hargis, age 80 of Groveland, Florida passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She joins the love of her life, Charles “Chuck” Hargis in God’s heavenly kingdom. Irene (as she preferred) was born on December 28, 1944 in Belleville, Illinois to the late Helen and Charles Purdy. She married Chuck Hargis on August 22, 1964 in Belleville, Illinois and...

Oct 8, 2025

Jay A. Buccellato, 52, of Winter Garden, FL, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 after a brief illness.

Born on September 25, 1973 in Lebanon, NH, he is survived by his wife, Kimberly Buccellato, and son, Derek Buccellato of Winter Garden, FL. He is also survived by his father, Patrick Buccellato and his wife Andrea of Enfield, NH; his mother,...

Sep 29, 2025

Sep 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jerry Lynn Jones June 22, 1953 – September 24, 2025

Jerry Lynn Jones went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Jerry was the cherished son of Ben and Dorothy Jones.

Jerry is survived by his devoted twin sister, Sherry Brock, who remained faithfully...

Sep 14, 2025

Gail Ann Conte, 77, of Winter Garden, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025 at the Mike Conley Hospice House in Clermont. Born in Cullman, Alabama on September 26, 1947 to Malcolm and Lois (Humphries) Wright. Gail built a life defined by family, hard work, and quiet joys.

She began her career at Winter Garden Citrus as a switchboard operator...

Sep 10, 2025

June 2, 1939 - September 10, 2025

Robert "Bob" Paice, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He was 86 years old. Born on June 2, 1939, in Beckenham, Kent, England, Bob immigrated to the United States at the age of seven. He was a proud graduate of Edgewater High School, Class...

Sep 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Lucine Woolcock Tyson 1931 – 2025

Lucine Verna Woolcock Tyson lived a full and beautiful life for 94 years. Born in 1931 to Frances Ann Murray, Lucine was the eldest child and a trailblazer.

She began her career as a nurse in 1957, emigrating first to Canada and later to New York City, where she served with the...

Sep 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leonardo Ivan Becerra Ochoa, who left us on September 7, 2025, at the age of 33. Born on December 22, 1991, in Mexico, Leonardo was a beloved husband, son, and friend, who touched the lives of many with his warm spirit and dedication to his work.The family will hold...

Aug 26, 2025

The Life Of Wilmott Selbourne ForbesWilmott Forbes also know as Selly, was born on September 30th 1931 to Lazarus and Susan Forbes in the captial town Kingston in Jamaica.He was a beloved figure know for his generosity, sense of humor and his will power. His voluntary work supporting community projects using his craftsmanship skills, knowledge and experience has been a...

Aug 8, 2025

Marta Barajas de Ochoa, 72, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. Born on August 20, 1952, in La Lagunilla, Jalisco, Mexico, Marta lived a life marked by devotion to her family and a vibrant spirit that touched all who knew her.

She was the beloved daughter of Rosendo Ochoa and Catalina Rangel and grew up surrounded by...

Jul 25, 2025

Robert was born September 25th, 1976 in Orlando, Florida. He loved Orlando and especially the Conway area where he chose to live and called it his favorite place.

He attended Boone High School and went on to finish drafting school and then spent his life working in transportation.

His special activities were enjoying the theme parks, particularly a fan of Disney, video...

Jul 19, 2025

Pitman, Christopher Lee

08/13/73 – 07/19/25

Lieutenant Colonel Christopher Lee Pitman, (Ret.) died the morning of July 19, 2025. A resident of Central Florida, LTC Pitman was born in Owensboro, KY, graduated from Murray State University, and retired from the U. S. Army a decorated war veteran. LTC Pitman worked at Walt Disney World as a Security Manager for the past eleven...

Jul 18, 2025

Betty Jo Hutton of Winter Garden Florida passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025 at 91 years of age.Born in Kingsport Tennessee on June 10, 1934, she and her husband Woody Hutton moved to Florida in 1953. Woody and Betty built a long life full of family, friends and love. Her family includes 3 children Brenda Kay Turner, Debra Hutton...

Jul 8, 2025

Ms. Carol Marlatt, 65, passed away on July 8, 2025 in Ocoee, Florida after a six-month battle with cancer.

Carol Marlatt was born on December 15, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to James and Juanita Marlatt. She graduated from Arlington High School in 1978.

Carol was an award-winning photographer in school and started her career at Kodak. Over the course of her life...

Jun 29, 2025

Kathryn Geraldine Torbett (nee Priest) passed away on June 29, 2025, and has gone to be with her Lord. She was pre-deceased by her Parents, William Guy and Lydia Kate Priest (nee Brown), Brother William Priest, by her Sister, Carlene Adkins (nee Priest), and her son, Mark Shaffer.

Kathryn is survived by her sisters Dorris (Dee) Edwards (Glenn), Elouise (Ellie) Michael,...

Jun 28, 2025

William Cortes-Colon was a distinguished war veteran who served 20 years in the Army corps of Armed Forces, and another 20 years as a Federal Civilian working for Booz Allen and Northrop Grumman.

He was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend – leaving behind his loving wife Buenny, his two sons William the 2nd and Richard, and his two grandchildren...

Jun 25, 2025

Ronnie Lee Davis, of Ocoee, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on June 23, 2025, at the age of 76. He was born on March 12, 1949, in Orlando, Florida, to Nellie Ruby Davis (Taylor) and Ira H. Davis.A graduate of Ocoee High School, Ronnie went on to serve his country in the United States Navy. He later married Rebecca...

Jun 24, 2025

Abbie Jay Mathis Jr., 70, born December 16, 1954 to Abbie J Sr. and Luetta V. Cooper Mathis of Ocoee, FL where he was raised and lived before moving to Okahumpka about 30years ago to enjoy country living. He found his calling early in life as a concrete Mason. He worked for many years in the construction industry and was...