Donald L. Steckman Jr.
Sep 15, 2026
Don was born to the Late Louise and Don Steckman Sr in Baltimore, Maryland on December 16, 1944. Don was born while his father was serving in World War 2. He was a volunteer firefighter from the age of 11 at Woodlawn Fire Department. Don graduated from Milford Mill High School in Baltimore at the age of 17 and quickly...
Magdaleno Contreras Jr.
Sep 10, 2026
Magdaleno “Pipo” Contreras passed away on September 10, 2026. A beloved brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, Pipo will forever be remembered for his generous heart, joyful spirit, unwavering faith, and unconditional love for others.
Pipo was preceded in death by his loving parents, Magdaleno Contreras Sr. and Ramona Zarate, and his brothers, Angel Contreras and Fernando Contreras.
He leaves behind his...
Dorothy Faye Copeland
Sep 9, 2026
Dorothy Faye Copeland, age 86, of Dade City, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, in Tampa, Florida.
Dorothy was born on June 23, 1940, in Donalsonville, Georgia, to Virgil Odell Hobbs and Evelyn Estelle Hobbs. In 1948, she moved with her family to Dade City, Florida, where she would make her home and create a lifetime of cherished...
Roger Michael Geise
Sep 7, 2026
Roger Michael Geise, 76, of Seffner, Florida, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on September 7, 2026.
Roger was born on January 7, 1950, in Kenton, Ohio, to Earl and Irene (Dotson) Geise. He was a proud United States Marine who honorably served his country in Vietnam.
Roger dedicated much of his working life to serving his community. He retired...
Arthur Cecil Tedford
Sep 6, 2026
Arthur “Ted” Cecil Tedford, age 82, passed away September 6, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida.
Born on October16,1943 in Orlando Florida. Arthur graduated from Melbourne High School. He then attended Georgia Tech University majoring in Civil and Mechanical Engineering. After graduating from Georgia Tech, Arthur received his master’s degree in business from another university.
He served in the U.S. Navy for six years...
Mary Ruth (Williams) Underwood
Sep 5, 2026
Mary Ruth (Williams) Underwood, 79, Zephyrhills, Florida passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026.
She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee in 1947 to Margaret Inez Sands and Joseph Houston Williams on February 25th. She was their first born of 8 children. Mary attended Amherst Elementary School 1st through 8th and Karns High School 9th and 10th. She quit school to marry...
Anabis "Bita" Albino
Sep 5, 2026
Anabis “Bita” Albino, 76, of Wesley Chapel, Florida, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
Anabis was born on January 1, 1950, in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico, to the late Alcides Mendez and Obulia Quiñones. On April 12, 1965, she married the love of her life, Bienvenido “Yiyin” Albino, in Peñuelas, and together they built a life centered around family.
At the age...
Wyley F Johnson
Sep 4, 2026
WYLEY F. JOHNSON, 86, passed away on September 4th, 2026.
Born in West Virginia, he was one of 13 children. Wyley enlisted in the Army as a Military Police Officer, serving in Michigan and Germany in the early 1960s. He returned home to Chicago where he was with Cameo Container Corporation as a manager for 30 years.
In 1980, he married Marie...
Florence A Dockry
Sep 4, 2026
Florence Anne Dockry, 88, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away on September 4, 2026, in Zephyrhills.
Florence was born on March 13, 1938, in Ohio to Edward Bartholomew Dockry and Anne Tresia Dockry. She grew up alongside her brother, Daniel Edward Dockry.
Florence dedicated much of her life to caring for others through the nursing profession. She graduated from nursing school in Cleveland...
Virginia Taliaferro Warner
Sep 4, 2026
WARNER, Virginia Taliaferro
Age 94, of Cumming, GA, formerly of Dade City, FL, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026.
Virginia was born on October 8, 1931, in St. Louis, MO, to Harry and Alma Taliaferro. She grew up in the Liberty Heights neighborhood of Baltimore, MD, and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Towson State College. While in college,...
Walter Glenn Carlton Jr.
Sep 3, 2026
Walter Glenn Carlton Jr., 69, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida, while receiving hospice care. He was born on January 24, 1957, in Wilmington, Delaware, to Walter Carlton Sr. and Helen Carlton.
Walter proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of Senior Airman (E-4) and serving as a fighter aircraft mechanic...
Barbara Duarte
Sep 3, 2026
Barbara Jean Duarte, 85, of Zephyrhills, passed away peacefully at Hospice of the Suncoast on September 3rd. . Barbara was born on March 8, 1941 in Providence RI to Donald & Helen Simpson. She was married to John Duarte for 50 years until his passing in May 2015.She was employed at Sears for 35 years prior to relocating to Zephyrhills,...
Lawrence Oliver Buckland
Sep 3, 2026
Lawrence Oliver Buckland “Larry”, 85 years old of Zephyrhills, FL died September 3, 2026. He was born August 25, 1941, in Covington, VA. His parents were Oliver and Velma (King) Buckland. Larry died in the loving presence of his wife, Ellen (Jones) Buckland. They were married August 10, 1963. Larry was the oldest of 8 siblings. Kathryn LaCross, Carrie Noble,...
Jorge Hiram Velez Vicens
Aug 31, 2026
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Jorge Hiram Velez Vicens will be remembered as a simple, kind, respectful, and playful man whose presence filled every space with warmth and energy. His way of conversing—long, detailed, and always accompanied by stories repeated with the same enthusiasm—reflected a life lived with openness, attentiveness, and a deep interest in those around him.
He was a present and loyal husband, a...
Kenneth Porterfield
Aug 29, 2026
Kenneth Lee “Kenny” Porterfield, 87, of Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club in San Antonio, Florida, passed away on August 29, 2026, in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
Kenny was born on December 2, 1938, in the family home in Kansas City, Missouri, to Otis and Edythe Violet Porterfield. The youngest of nine children, Kenny always joked, “The old man finally got a...
John Clay Combs
Aug 28, 2026
In loving memory, JOHN CLAY COMBS, SR. With profound sadness, we announce the passing of John Clay Combs, age 67, whose generous spirit touched countless lives. John passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026 surrounding by his devoted wife and loving daughters. Born September 30, 1958 in Plymouth, Michigan, to Charles and Anne Combs. John moved to Zephyrhills, Florida in...
Irene Hinkle
Aug 27, 2026
Irene Elfriede Hinkle, née Terry, (71) of Ridge Manor, Florida, passed away on August 27, 2026 in her home. She graced this world for a brief yet profound time. We honor and celebrate a cherished soul who touched the hearts of all who knew her. Irene was born on August 5, 1955, in the historic town of Ingolstadt, Germany, to...
Janice Agner
Aug 26, 2026
Janice Smith Agner, 74, of Dade City, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, surrounded by her cherished family.Born on July 8, 1952, Janice was the oldest of three children and a natural caregiver from the very beginning. Growing up, she looked after her siblings like a second mother.Her innate compassion led to her first job caring for three...
Ciji Pauline Walters
Aug 25, 2026
Ciji Pauline Walters, 42, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away on August 25, 2026.
Ciji was a fun, loving, caring, smart and beautiful soul whose presence brought laugher and warmth to everyone around her. She had a deep love for her family and children and was known for her kind heart, creativity, and ability to make people smile.
Ciji dedicated more than 15...
David "Moose" Lazar
Aug 23, 2026
David "Moose" Lazar, 68, of Dade City, Florida, passed away on August 23, 2026, in Dade City, surrounded by the love and memories of a life well lived.
Moose was born on November 29, 1957, in Hialeah, Florida, to the late Rosemary Hill and Lawrence Lazar. He was also preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Sandra Spivey, and father-in-law, Verlyn Spivey,...
