Obituaries

Sep 29, 2025

The Chaff family mourns the loss of their beloved matriarch, Michelle Chaff, who passed suddenly and peacefully in the company of her loving husband, Bill, on September 29, 2025.

Michelle's life was defined by a legacy of love, kindness and compassion. She never met a stranger, and she was always willing to make sacrifices for others—even when...

Sep 28, 2025

Patricia Jean Gavin of Dade City, Florida passed at home on September 28, 2025 at the age of 65.

Patricia was born on July 8, 1960 in Paris, Kentucky to parents William Clem and Nancy Lee Clem. She grew up with 3 siblings, two sisters: Billie Joyce Brown and Kathleen Walton, and one...

Sep 27, 2025

It is with unbearable sorrow that we announce the birth and passing of our sweet baby. Our beloved baby, Kashten Alexander Jackson, was born sleeping on September 27, 2025 @ 8:27 p.m. at Zephyrhills Advent Health Hospital and immediately went into the arms of Jesus. During the 39 weeks of carrying him, Kashten was a vibrant, active...

Sep 25, 2025

Obituary for Gisela Maria Romero

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gisela Maria Quiñonez Romero, who departed this life on September 25, 2025.

Gisela was a beloved daughter, mother, sister and niece whose life touched all who knew her. She is lovingly remembered and survived by her two children, Tristan...

Sep 25, 2025

Robert "Cecil" Southern Sr., 88, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in Dade City, FL. Cecil was born March 5, 1937, in Moulton, Alabama to Robert & Etta (Waits) Southern. He grew up surrounded by a large and loving family including sisters Agnes, Shelby, Jeanette, Shirley, Linda, Sue, Joyce, and brother Garry.

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Sep 21, 2025

Marie L. Massey, a native of Trilby, FL was the descendant of Trilby Pioneer Settlers, and the daughter of William (Willie) Croft Jr., and Mary W. Trowell Croft. Marie was a 50 plus year member of Trilby Chapter 89 Order of Eastern Star, where her grandparents were Charter Members themselves. She was also a long-time member of the First...

Sep 20, 2025

Joan Marie Dittami of Zephyrhills, Florida, formerly of Bellingham, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the age of 86. Born in Framingham, Massachusetts, on December 21, 1938, Joan lived a life full of love, laughter, and devoted service to others.

Joan was predeceased by her parents, Catherine and Arthur...

Sep 17, 2025

Steven Reis, Jr.

February 4, 1967 – September 17, 2025

Steven Reis, Jr., age 58, of Dade City, FL, passed away on September 17, 2025. He was born on February 4, 1967, in Fall River, MA, to Judith Ann (Mello) Reis and the late Steven Reis, Sr.

Steven grew up in Massachusetts alongside...

Sep 16, 2025

Rae Lynn Major passed away at home on September 16, 2025, just 11 days shy of 65 years old.

Rae was born in Michigan on September 26, 1960 to Dolores and Raymond Vandenbussche. She enjoyed time with six siblings: Kim, Kelly, Kris, Kevin, Curt, and Craig.

Rae welcomed two...

Sep 16, 2025

Ruby June Chambers, West, 16 September 2025

Ruby June Chambers, West, 91, of Zephyrhills, Florida, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, 16 September 2025. She passed away at Pretty Pound Manor, Zephyrhills, Florida. Ruby was a longtime member of the Richland Baptist Church of Zephyrhills. She was born on 17 June 1934...

Sep 12, 2025

Brenda Karen Perry (King), 76, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 12, 2025. Brenda, a caring Mom, Nanna, Wife, and sister, was a devoted follower of the Lord.

Brenda appreciated life's simple beauty. She found joy in sitting by the ocean, listening to the waves crash into the shore. Some of her happiest childhood memories were spent...

Sep 10, 2025

Larry Gene Phillips, age 93, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

Larry was born on March 18, 1932, in Flint, Michigan, to Bert and Matilda Phillips. A man of integrity and service, Larry proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and later dedicated 30 years of his...

Sep 10, 2025

Gloria Joann Sumner Bandy, known to all as Joann throughout her life, passed away at the age of 86 at The Elevated Estates at the Edwinola on September 10th of 2025.

Joann was born and raised in Dade City on her family's orange grove near the junction of Sumner Knoll Road and the River Road, along with...

Sep 9, 2025

Sheila (Osenbaugh) Hewitt, 72, of San Antonio, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025.

Sheila was born on December 5, 1952, in Elmira, New York, to Tommie and Mary Osenbaugh. She later made Florida her home, where she built a life filled with family, love, and community.

She...

Sep 9, 2025

Gloria Ellen Connor, age 71, of Dade City, Florida, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in Dade City.

Gloria was born on January 14, 1954, in Gadsden, Alabama, to Jeremiah F. Connor and Gloria (Jetta) Connor. She was one of seven siblings: Jeremiah (JR) Connor, Ann Connor, Patricia Connor (deceased), Micheal Connor (deceased), Teresa Connor,...

Sep 8, 2025

Myron Russell Warren was born on July 21, 1934, to Jesse and Henrietta Warren, in

Indianapolis, Indiana. He made his transition on September 8, 2025 at his home in

Zephyrhills, Florida. Myron, affectionately known as Russ attended Shortridge high school

which he left early to enlist in the Army. While serving in the...

Sep 8, 2025

Obituary for Richard Irvin Wallis

May 6, 1951 – September 8, 2025

Richard was born in Louisville, Kentucky. When he was three years old, his family moved to Orlando, Florida, where he grew up and graduated from Colonial High School in 1969. He immediately joined the United States Army and served in Vietnam. He was...

Sep 7, 2025

Delmer Fisher Gilbert, 81, passed away on September 7th, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. Delmer was born on January 2nd, 19944 in Haysi, Virginia, to his parents, Lacey and Goldie Gilbert. There, Delmer attended school with his brothers and sisters. He worked on the family farm and in the coal mines, until he decided to join the United States Navy....

Sep 7, 2025

Brant A Robinson, 90, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Zephyrhills FL

He was born on November 15, 1934, in Brattleboro Vermont, the son of Francis A. Robinson and Kara Louise Fitch. He was an Air Force Veteran and served during the Korean Conflict. After the service he was employed by Agway Inc., and Sears...

Sep 6, 2025

Announcement:

Annie Josephine Springfield

Nick Name: Jo; Josephine; Biker Name: "Momma Jo".

84 years old

Long-time resident of Zephyrhills, FL

Date of Death: Saturday, September 6, 2025

Place of Death: Wesley Chapel, FL...