Obituaries

Oct 5, 2023

Williard Wayne Fee Sr., a devoted husband, loving father, caring grandfather, and respected master electrician, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2023, at the age of 85. His life was a testament to love, dedication, and a strong sense of faith in Jesus. Born on March 6, 1938, in London, Kentucky, Williard was the son of Taylor and Clara...

Oct 4, 2023

Paul Aubrey Ort passed away on October 4, 2023, in Brooksville, Florida. He was born at home on July 11, 1935, in Brackenridge, Pennsylvania where he lived until 1947. His public-school days were completed in Clearwater. He then worked his way through The Florida State University. During his days at FSU, Paul was President of his Class of 1957 and...

Oct 3, 2023

Mary Cannon Cabot, 73, of Saint Leo, FL went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Mary was born in Tampa, Florida on October 18, 1949 to Daniel A. and Elizabeth T. Cannon. She was a lifelong resident of the San Antonio/Saint Leo area. Mary attended Saint Anthony School for K-8 and was a member of the...

Oct 2, 2023

Florence "Tippi" Curry 76, of Dade City, FL passed away Monday, October 2nd, 2023, in Zephyrhills. She was born November 6, 1946, in Manor, PA to Daniel Francis & Mary Madeline Vorsino. She worked as a billing manager for Premier Health Care until her retirement and was Catholic. She was a great cook who loved sharing her meals with...

Sep 28, 2023

John "Dutch" Leonhardt, 88, of Zephyrhills, Florida passed away on September 28, 2023. Dutch was born on December 17, 1934, in Albany, New York to John Leonhardt Sr. and Ruth Wilbur Leonhardt. He grew up in New York with his two siblings; Barbara Russell and Martin Leonhardt. Dutch received many awards for sports during his high school years at Albany...

Sep 27, 2023

Jaroslaw "Jerry" Dulysz Jr, 77 departed his earthly journey on September 27, 2023 surrounded by the love of his family. Jerry leaves behind his devoted partner of 11 years Sandra Voigt; his daughter Lisa McMahon; Son in law Shannon McMahon; daughter in law Mona Merriam; grandchildren Hannah McMahon, Mikal Dulysz, Kaylee Dulysz, Aislynn McMahon, Quinlan McMahon and Savanna Dulysz; a...

Sep 27, 2023

Jose Echevarria (19502023)

Jose Echevarria, 72, of Zephyrhills, FL, died at home on Sep 27, 2023.

He was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico in 1950 to Jose and Cruz Echevarria, and moved to New York as an infant. Jose attended school in Bronx, NY, and after high school married Evelyn Pacheco, the love of his...

Sep 26, 2023

Deborah Anne Ray, 75, passed away September 26, 2023. Deborah was born in Emporia, Kansas to Gordon Rose and Julia Aline (both predeceased). Deborah grew up in Kansas, Brooksville, and St. Petersburg, before moving to and settling down in Dade City, Florida. Deborah was always happiest when she was surrounded by families and friends, She worked at Bay Pines, Florida,...

Sep 26, 2023

Tami Elizabeth Bentley 65, of Dade City, FL passed away peacefully on September 26th, 2023, at Gulfside Hospice in Zephyrhills, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 14, 1958, in Gettysburg, PA to John Edward & Anna Alberta Settle. She married Randy Bentley on November 6th, 1993, and they had two children: Molly and Peter. She also...

Sep 22, 2023

Ms. Kathryn T. Leitner, of Zephyrhills, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 22, 2023, surrounded by family. She was 81. Kathryn was born in Arlington, Massachusetts on June 16, 1942, the daughter of the late William and Thelma (McCrink) Grinnell, and sister to the late William Grinnell. She grew up in Newton, MA, and she graduated from Newton High School....

Sep 18, 2023

Robert Anthony Preston "Bobby", age 66, of Dade City, Florida, passed away Monday, September 18th, 2023 at home. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the son of Fredric and Barbara Preston. Survived by his wife Sharon, his siblings; Linda Dishman, Marcia Kronenwetter, Jeanne Howard, and Douglas Hill. Preceded in death by his siblings; Allen Hill and Dennis Preston. His hobbies...

Sep 17, 2023

James Barry Parton, also known as Catfish, age 64 of Webster, Fl. Passed away on Sunday September 17th, 2023, in Brandon, FL. Born on July 28th, 1959, in Brooksville, FL to James and Sarah Parton. He grew up in Citrus Park, with his 4 siblings, Bonnie Russo, Benny Parton, Betty Wolfe, Johnny Ray Parton. Barry spent many years working with...

Sep 16, 2023

Helen (Prettyman) Progar Hickam, 88, of Wilmington, DE (and Dade City, FL), passed away September 16, 2023, at her winter home in Dade City, Florida. Helen was born in November, 1934, in Laurel, Delaware, to Herbert Joseph Prettyman and Evelyn (Paige) Prettyman. Helen was an active student at Laurel High School, participating in band, choir, and cheerleading. She graduated from...

Sep 16, 2023

PIATT, Mary M., age 80, formerly of Logansport, passed away at 5:08am on September 16, 2023 in Zephyrhills, FL. She was born on January 4, 1943 in Logansport, IN to parents John Thomas Barr & Mary (Devita) Barr. Mary is survived by her daughter, Theresa Warf (Bill); seven grandchildren: Brandi Picardo (Mauro), Stephanie Rowe Quintero (Manny), Gracie Warf, Lori Warf,...

Sep 15, 2023

It is with heart felt sadness that we announce the death of this beloved woman; Betty Jane Willhoit on September 15th, 2023 at the age of 86. Born on July 9th, 1937 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Richard and Anna Loretta Ladbrook. She is the sister of the late Gloria Ortolano and Richard Ladbrook (Buzz). After retiring in 1999,...

Sep 14, 2023

Charles Richard Duram Jr., Was Born on September 6, 1963 And died unexpectedly on September 14, 2023 at his residence. He was only 60 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Chuck is survived and missed by his loving wife: Yossy Duram of 27years of Marriage; and his children,. Christopher, Virginia, Yashley Alex..His memory...

Sep 14, 2023

William "Bill" MacKinlay 87, of Dade City, FL passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Tampa. Although Bills parents, Ernest and Ima MacKinlay, were from Tampa, they were temporarily in Pottstown, PA when he was born. They returned to Tampa shortly after his birth, and Bill later graduated from Hillsborough High School class of 55 and the University of...

Sep 12, 2023

Frances Darleen Smith, age 63, lost her battle with cancer on September 12, 2023, with her husband, daughter, and best friend by her side. Her last days were filled with lots of love. Frances was known for being a beloved hairdresser in her hometown of Dade City for over 20 years. She enjoyed shopping with her daughter and granddaughter as...

Sep 11, 2023

John H Johnson was the very definition of a family man, he was humble and full of love, strength and encouragement. He was a loving Husband, Father, Pop Pop and Friend. He left this world suddenly on September 11, 2023 at the age of 84. John was the only child of Henry Johnson and Teckla Johnson born on April 20,1939...

Sep 10, 2023

Betty Jo McCabe passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at the age of 81. Her peaceful death at home with family was her last wish. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 59 years Cornelius Mac McCabe, parents Marion and Viola Hormuth, her brother Fred Hormuth, and the heartbreaking death of her oldest son, Mark McCabe. Betty is...