All Obituaries

Mary Jane Neill, 95, of Apopka, Florida passed away peacefully on October 14, 2021 in Altamonte Springs, Florida. She was a life long member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church where she loved being involved with church work. She is survived by her two daughters, Glenda Neill and Gaylene (Volkert) Deweijer; and her grandchildren, Robert (Jodie) Fuller, Selena (Corey) Duke, Kaylee Deweijer, Ryan (Sara) Neill and Karisti (Rusty) Spaugh; her great grandchildren; and one great great...

Waldemar “Wally” Muñoz Jr. from Orlando, FL passed away on October 12, 2021 at the age of 55. Wally was born in the Bronx, NY and attended Morris High School. He eventually moved to Orlando, FL and was employed as an electrician. Wally was a big kid at heart who enjoyed playing video games, listening to oldies music, riding his Harley, cooking, and the beach. His huge smile and loud laugh were infectious and endeared him to many. He will be deeply missed by his friends,...

Estera "Stela" Toaxen, 94, of Orlando, FL, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. She was born June 9, 1927, in Abrud, Romania, to the late Vasile and Elena Furdui. Estera "Stela" Toaxen studied at the National Music Academy in Cluj-Napoca Romania then pursuing a career as an Opera Singer. She is survived by her loving husband Dumitru " Plinius" Toaxen, daughters Giannina Toaxen and Cezarina Vintilla, son in law Ray...

Madison Raven Trover, age 17, passed away September 25, 2021. "Maddy" was born August 25, 2004 in Celebration, Florida and is survived by her parents, Michael Trover (Father) of Horizon's West, and Sarah Walker Trover (Mother) of Winter Garden, and two siblings, Mathew Rosenberger & Taylor Trover. She is also survived by her loving Grandparents; Phil & Sue Trover and Dean & Dottie Walker; Aunts & Uncles; Kelly DiGiovanni and Frank DiGiovanni; Cari &...

Our sweet and smart brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, George Palmer, 52, of Winter Garden, FL, passed away Friday, September 24, 2021, at Health Central Park from complications of Down Syndrome.  George was born February 16, 1968, in Dover, NJ, to the late George and Mabel Palmer.  He attended the Magnolia School. George was a Gold Medal Winner in the 50-yard dash at the Special Olympics and a Champion of BINGO at Health Central Park.  In addition to BINGO, George was a big...

Richard Flippen, 88, was called to his eternal resting place on September 21, 2021. He entered this world on March 19, 1933 in Miami, FL, born to Arnon and Naomi Flippen. He is survived by his children and family; Jon Flippen (Ok), Scott Stapp (Jacklen), Amanda Stapp, Amiee Stapp, Jamie Harris(Helen), Melinda Bocardo(Luis), and Elizabeth Stuart (Mike). Richard served in the US Navy from 1950 - 1954. A memorial service will be held on October 23, 2021, 2pm at the family residence.

Oakland Nature Preserve (ONP) founder and past president of the board, Jim Thomas died Sunday, September 19, 2021, quietly at his home in Winter Garden after a long debilitating illness. His wife of 60 years, Margaret (Ms. Peg), was with him. A fifth generation Floridian, Jim was born on November 10, 1934. He grew up filling is pockets full of critters as he explored the outdoors, which he loved so much. This love of nature followed Jim into his adult life, and he continued his...

Albert Douglas Neal, 92, of Winter Garden, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Florida Hospital from heart failure.  He was born March 3, 1929, in Detroit, MI, to Charles and Mary Awizius Mustiatis. Albert served his country during the aftermath of World War II during the Occupation and Restoration of Japan as a member of the US Army.  He was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation-Japan Medal, and the Parachute Badge.  He was a retired Electronic...

George Earl Von Waldner, also known as Jeep, Sarge, and even Grandmaster Von Waldner, came into this world on September 19, 1954, at Fort McPherson military base in Atlanta, Georgia, and left on September 13, 2021, when he was welcomed into eternity by his soulmate, Mary Von Waldner. He is survived by his loving children Michelle “Missy” Teague, George “Thumper” Von Waldner, and Kim Booker, as well as his pride and joy five grandchildren. Stephanie Hilliard, Vanessa...

Rita M. Garcia, 70, of Winter Haven, Florida, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021. Rita was born on May 22, 1951 in Havana, Cuba to Pablo Garcia and Adela Lopez. She is survived by her loving husband Ramon Serrano, three sons, a daughter, and many other family members and friends.  Services will be held Monday, September 20, 2021 with a Visitation at Collison Carey Hand Funeral Home at 12PM, followed by a Graveside Service at Orlando Memorial Gardens at...