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Dade City and Zephyrhills, Florida and surrounding areas
Lorraine Marcella Giffen
Jun 19, 2025
Lorraine Marcella Giffen passed away June 19, 2024 in Brandon, Fl. She was born December 2, 1939 in Waverly Township to Edward and and Alma Zurhorst.
Beloved mother, wife, aunt, and friend has made the final transition to heaven. She is already missed by so many.
Lorraine was preceded in death by her boloved husband,...
David E Johnson
Jun 17, 2025
David E. Johnson, age 66, of Dade City, Florida, and formerly of Lima, Ohio, passed away on June 17, 2025, in Tampa, Florida.
David was born on April 28, 1959, in Lima, Ohio, to Nelson "Butch" and Sharon Johnson. He was a 1977 graduate of Lima Senior High School. David proudly served his country in the United...
Timothy Gerald (Gator) Groover
Jun 17, 2025
Timothy Gerald Groover (Gator)
November 24, 1965 – June 17, 2025
Timothy Gerald Groover, affectionately known as "Gator," passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Brooksville, Florida at the age of 59.
Born on November 24, 1965, in Dade City, Florida, Timothy was the son of Gerald Lee Groover and Phyllis Diane...
Brenda Mae Sessoms
Jun 17, 2025
Brenda Mae Sessoms, age 78, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Zephyrhills.
Brenda was born on February 4, 1947, in Raeford, Hoke County, North Carolina, to Robert Lee Sessoms and Lula Mae Sessoms. She spent her early years in North Carolina before moving to Florida, where she graduated from Pasco High...
Kerney Robert Pelfrey
Jun 15, 2025
Kerney Robert Pelfrey, 64, of Zephyrhills, FL, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Cornerstone Hospice Care in The Villages, FL.
He was lovingly known as Dad to his children, Papa Rob to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Kern or Rob to his best friends, and Robbie to his sisters and extended Pelfrey family.
Kerney...
Kenneth Leo Davis
Jun 15, 2025
Kenneth Leo Davis, 67, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on Father's Day, Sunday, June 15th, 2025.
Born on November 15th, 1957, in Tampa, Kenneth was the son of Denver Davis and Hazel Sweat. He was a proud graduate of King High School and a hardworking heavy equipment operator who owned his own business, Lightning Door Service....
Norma Valdes
Jun 14, 2025
Norma Valdes, a beloved mother, sister, and teacher, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in Havana, Cuba, Norma was the cherished daughter of Leopoldo and Fredesvinda Valdes and sister to her dear brother, Leo Valdes.
A graduate of the University of New Orleans, Norma dedicated...
Barbara Anne Johnson
Jun 12, 2025
Barbara Anne Johnson peacefully passed away at Elevated Estates at the Edwinola in Dade City, Florida, on June 12, 2025.
Born in Fitzgerald, Georgia, she was the daughter of Ruby Lee (Herrin) Dougherty and Claude Dougherty. She grew up in Fitzgerald and remained close with extended family in nearby Waycross.
Robert "Bob" David Ruhe
Jun 12, 2025
Robert D. Ruhe (Bob), 69, of Dade City, FL went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Tampa, FL with his beloved wife, Sheri of 38 years and daughter, Lauren at his side. Bob fought a courageous battle with glioblastoma (brain cancer) for the past 14 months.
Bob is...
Edward Elliott Goldstein
Jun 12, 2025
Edward Elliott Goldstein — on June 12, 2025. Beloved husband of Eileen Goldstein (nee Warshaw); loving and supportive father of Pamela (Bruce) Rapoport and Wendy (Lance) Kadushin; proud and devoted Poppy of Abraham, Eliana, Isabelle, Joely, and Lily. He also shared a special bond with his grand poodle Sadie, grand dragon Milo, and grand fish.
Jack Hodgen "Tewman" Tew Jr
Jun 10, 2025
Jack Hodgen Tew Jr., 73, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025. A devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Jack lived a life marked by purpose, compassion, and unwavering determination.
Born on March 28, 1952, in Hope Mills, North Carolina, Jack was the beloved son of Jack Hodgen Tew Sr. and Effie Colleen Simmons....
Ronald Dean "Wildman" Rogers
Jun 9, 2025
Ronald Dean "Wildman" Rogers, a devoted husband, cherished family member, and hard worker, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9th, 2025, in Wesley Chapel, FL, at the age of 89. Born on Tuesday, December 17th, 1935, in Dover, FL, Ronald lived a life marked by service, love, and adventure.
Ronald, affectionately known as...
Brian Marvin Harne
Jun 9, 2025
Brian Marvin Harne
October 21, 1957 – June 9, 2025
WESLEY CHAPEL – Brian Marvin Harne, 67, of Wesley Chapel, FL passed away peacefully at his home on June 9, 2025, after a year-long battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.
Brian was born on October 21, 1957, in Washington, D.C., to Blaine and Doryce...
Joel E. Hamilton
Jun 8, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joel Edward Hamilton, 45, on June 8, 2025, in Zephyrhills, Florida. Born on June 22, 1979, in Westland, Michigan, Joel's life was marked by deep connections to family and the places he called home.
Joel graduated from Zephyrhills high school in 1997. He worked in the...
Velma Gathagan Lloyd Veith
Jun 5, 2025
Velma Gathagan Lloyd Veith age 92, Passed away on June 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born August 27, 1932 in Clearfield County, PA. Velma was the daughter of Miles and Iva (Spacht) Gathagan. Velma was born and raised in PA, before relocating for 20 years to Niagara Falls, NY. She then relocated in 1978...
Sharon " Shonny" Simpson
Jun 3, 2025
Sharon " Shonny" Simpson, age 83 , loving mother of four and adoring wife to husband Edward Simpson, passed away in the early morning hours of June 3 after a courageous battle with Parkinson's. Sharon was born in 1941 in Tennessee and moved to Florida as a young toddler. She was one of four children and had lots of...
Harley L Anderson
Jun 2, 2025
Harley L. Anderson, 83, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 2, 2025. Born on June 25, 1941, he was the beloved son of the late John E. and Ethel A. (Guile) Anderson.
Harley was preceded in death by his cherished wife of 56 years, Anna (Poirier) Anderson. He is survived by his...
Marjorie June Rector
May 30, 2025
Marjorie June Rector (nee Ritchie), 97, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, with family by her side. Marjorie was born September 1, 1927, in Cedar Springs, Michigan. Her childhood was spent outdoors, helping on the family farm and searching for treasure in the sugar maple woods near their house. Marjorie met her husband, Gordon, in...
William G Mangarelli
May 30, 2025
William G. Mangarelli "Big Bill", aged 89, passed away on May 30, 2025, in Wesley Chapel, Florida surrounded by his family. Born on December 22, 1935, Bill was known for his larger-than-life personality and his deep commitment to his family and friends. Bill proudly served in the Air National Guard for ten years, dedicating this part of his life...
Elaine Marie Sebastian
May 30, 2025
Elaine Sebastian (Vozel), 82, passed on to Glory Friday May 30th, 2025 at AdventHealth Connerton. Born on July 23, 1942 in Export, PA to Frank and Francis Vozel (now deceased), and then graduated from Export High School. She went on to meet the love of her life, Ralph Sebastian (now deceased) singing in the choir at Katheryn Kuhlman Evangelist...
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