Ernest M. "Ernie" "Sonny" Chonko
Feb 14, 2026
Ernest Matthew ”Ernie” “Sonny” Chonko
Ernest Matthew Chonko, passed away on Valentines Day February 14, 2026, in Webster, Florida, at the age of 64, the day that broke all our hearts. Born March 6, 1961, in Elyria, Ohio, to Ernest S. Chonko and Margaret D. Chonko, Ernie lived a life defined by laughter, loyalty, and a knack for making the ordinary...
Dennis Robert McNemar
Feb 13, 2026
It is with a profoundly sadden heart that I must let you know LCpl Dennis McNemar departed for Valhalla last Friday, February 13, 2026. Mac was the very first volunteer at Support the Troops. For the last 16 years, every Tuesday and Thursday at 07:00, he would show up in his camo shorts and help pack over 50,000 care packages....
James Patrick Sowman
Feb 11, 2026
James P. Sowman, age 83, of Dade City Florida, passed away after a long battle with mantle cell lymphoma on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. He was born in Saint Louis, Missouri on May 24, 1942 to Harold T. Sowman and Dorothy L. (Faulkner) Sowman. He grew up in the home his father and brothers built in Fairview Heights, Illinois and...
Carl Gerald Rolf
Feb 11, 2026
Carl Gerald Rolf, 88, passed away on February 11th, 2026 in Zephyrhills, Florida. Carl was born on March 9th, 1937 to his parents Bernard and Ethel Rolf in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, being one of nine children.
Carl had an eclectic professional career. He began his schooling at Fox Valley Technical College, and then worked as a chef, a trucker, a limo driver,...
William Andrew "Bill" Drinkwater
Feb 11, 2026
William “Bill” Drinkwater, son of James A. and Sophia Drinkwater, formerly of New Baltimore, New York, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida.
Bill proudly served his country in the United States Navy, spending his final two years of service in Vietnam.
He was a dedicated and active member of his community throughout his life. Bill served for over 20...
Mark L. Campbell
Feb 8, 2026
Mark Lawrence Campbell, 64, of Dade City, Florida, passed away on February 8, 2026. Born October 21, 1961, in Miami, Florida, Mark proudly served in the United States Navy.
He is survived by his loving wife, Brenda; his brothers, Matthew and Scott; his children, Megan and Stephen; his stepson, Joseph (Holly); and his beloved grandchildren.
Services will be held on Monday, February...
Leonard Samuel Clark JR
Feb 8, 2026
Leonard Samuel Clark JR, also known as Sonny, passed away on February 8th, 2026, at his home in Lake Panasoffkee Florida. Sonny lived his life to the fullest, staying true to what he believed in. He did everything his way.
Janet Ruth Avery
Feb 8, 2026
Janet Ruth Avery, 80, of Zephyrhills received her crown of glory Sunday, February 8, 2025 at the Gardens of Westbrooke. Born, in Erie, Pennsylvania January 21, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Dale and Clara (Steinbarth) Avery.
She worked in a number of clerical positions and as a Weight Watchers Meeting Leader/Coach. Her faith in God was strong as...
Wanda Pauline "Polly" Pollock
Feb 7, 2026
Wanda Pauline “Polly” Pollock, 83 of Zephyrhills, Florida departed this earth the evening of Friday February 6, 2026, at her home surrounded by family.
Born October 13, 1942, at home, in a holler, known as Long Hollow, of Eastern Appalachia, Dykes, Kentucky. Born to Harlen and Stella Bradley, she was one of nine children that grew up rural, working on the...
Liana Jette Quiles
Feb 5, 2026
Forever Loved
Liana Jette Quiles passed away on February 5, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.
Liana was born on January 5, 2026, at AdventHealth Hospital in Orlando, Florida, to her loving parents, Aladino Quiles III and Xamara Facundo.
Though her time on this earth was brief, Liana filled every moment with love and light. She was our feisty, strong girl, with the sweetest little...
Kathy Louise Robinson
Feb 5, 2026
Kathy Louise Robinson, 73, peacefully entered the arms of the Lord on February 5,
2026. A woman of profound faith, spirited loyalty, and boundless creativity, Kathy
spent her life sowing seeds of kindness and beauty in the hearts of everyone she met.
Kathy’s life was anchored by her deep love for the Lord Jesus. Her faith was lived out
through her passion for helping...
Juanita Marie (Kym) Hoerr
Feb 4, 2026
Colonel Juanita Marie “Kym” Hoerr (Ret.) of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the remarkable age of 96. She was born in Ogden, Utah on March 13, 1929. Her illustrious military career began when she enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) in 1948 after graduating high school from the Academy of our Lady (Peoria,...
Sue Ann Green
Feb 4, 2026
Sue Ann Green, age 88, of Zephyrhills, Florida, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on February 4, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida. A woman of deep faith, loving devotion, and gentle strength, Sue Ann lived a life rooted in Christ and dedicated to serving others.
Sue Ann was born on December 28, 1937, in Akron, Ohio, and lovingly raised...
Lyman Edward Mann
Feb 3, 2026
Lyman Edward Mann, 79, passed away on February 3, 2026, in the Tampa, Florida VA hospital. He was born on December 13, 1946, in Bangor, Maine, and was raised in Surry, Maine, by his parents, John and Cornelia Mann, who preceded him in death.
Lyman was a graduate of Ellsworth High School, Class of 1965, and attended Southern Maine Vocational School....
Walter Curtis Hill
Jan 31, 2026
Walter C. Hill passed away leaving behind a legacy of service, knowledge, and devotion to family.
He was preceded in death by his daughters, Melanie Matison and Amanda Kate Hill; his wife, Myrtle Hill; and his parents, W. Byron and Bessie Hill.
Walter is survived by his daughter, Sally Morrissey; his sister, Sylvia Hill; his granddaughter, Amanda Cordes; his grandson, Brian Morrissey;...
Gail Marie Moore
Jan 27, 2026
Gail Marie (Daly) Moore was born March 10, 1950 in Flint, Michigan. She left to be with our Lord on January 27, 2025.
Gail was preceded in passing by her Husband, Timothy Baird.
Mom was raised by her Grandfather after adopting her at a very young age. She was a graduate of Southwestern High school in Flint. She moved to The Florida...
Milton Karl Larsen
Jan 25, 2026
Milton Karl Larsen died peacefully in his Dade City home on January 26, 2026. He was 90 years old. He was treasured by his friends, neighbors, and Saint Mary parishioners, where he worshipped for 40 years. He is survived by a sister, Edith Tarrall who lives in Norfolk, Virginia, their childhood home.
All four of Milton’s grandparents immigrated from Norway to...
Carol Louise Gravely
Jan 24, 2026
Carol Louise Gyss Gravely
September 1, 1961 - January 24, 2026
Carol, a loving mother, wife, sister, and friend, passed away tragically on January 24, in Thonotosassa, Florida. She was born on September 1, 1961, in Kew Gardens, Queens, NY to Dorothy Louise Strumpfler and Charles Leonard Gyss.
Carol was a dedicated and compassionate Registered Cardiothoracic Nurse, having obtained her Associates Degree from...
Phyllis Jean Doran
Jan 24, 2026
Phyllis Jean Doran, age 77, passed away peacefully at her home in Dade City, Florida, on January 24, 2026. She was born on June 30, 1948, in Marietta, Ohio.
Phyllis spent many years in the retail industry, most of which—and most recently—with Winn-Dixie. She was known as a bright light who shared her warmth and kindness freely with others.
In her free...
Lavera J Stokes
Jan 24, 2026
Lavera Stokes ("Grandma"), 85, of Ridge Manor, Florida, passed away on Saturday, January 24 in Ridge Manor, Florida.
Born on August 16, 1940, in Lacoochee, Florida, Lavera was the daughter of Willard and Edna Mercer, both of whom preceded her in death. She spent much of her life in Lacoochee and later Ridge Manor, places she proudly called home.
Lavera retired after...
