Obituaries

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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....

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;...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jan 24, 2026

Sally Genevieve Blackwood, a beloved dance teacher, matriarch, and founder of Blackwood Studios, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 24, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on March 9, 1936, in Lakeland, Florida, Sally dedicated her life to the performing arts and inspired countless students with her passion for dance. As an Honorary Life Member of Florida...

Jan 24, 2026

George Richard Haubold, born on October 9, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, at his home in San Antonio, FL. A proud veteran of the Army, George made a lasting impact as a dedicated member of the New York City Police Department, where he served the community with honor and integrity. George was a loving...

Jan 23, 2026

Mark Scott Fountain ("Papа"), 55, passed away on January 23, 2026, in Tampa, Florida. He was born on July 19, 1970, in Dade City, Florida, to Joe Lee Fountain and Linda Carolyn Fountain (McKee). 

Mark lived most of his life in Ridge Manor, where the Withlacoochee River, the Florida game reserve, and Ridge Manor Estates served as both his backyard and...

Jan 23, 2026

Daniel Cesar Serrano, age 21, of Dade City, Florida, passed away on January 23, 2026, as the result of a car accident in Tallahassee, Florida.

Daniel was a bright noble young man who was born in California to parents, Daniel Serrano Pompa and Paulina Cruz Varelas, and taken to Michoacán, Mexico at the age of 3 months old where he grew...

Jan 21, 2026

Barbara Ann McClure, born January 19, 1952, passed away peacefully at the Melech Hospice House on January 21, 2026. She was 74. She will be remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother, great‑grandmother, sister, and friend. Barbara lived her life selflessly, practicing kindness and resiliency.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Richard McClure, Sr., her parents, Danny Roberts, Sr. and...

Jan 21, 2026

Patricia Ann Prettyman, 85, passed peacefully on the afternoon of January 21st, 2026 in Brooksville, Florida.

Patricia was born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania on August 20, 1940 to parents Henry T. Pipp and Anne Pipp (Uhrine). She enjoyed many wonderful years with her husband, Bill, as they welcomed their four daughters: Debbie, Barbara, Michelle,...

Jan 21, 2026

Margaret Ann "Peggy" (Warinner) Morant passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 21, 2026. Born and raised in Miami, FL to James Lewis and Virginia Lillian (Morgan) Warinner. Peggy graduated from Miami Senior High School and attended the University of Florida where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority. She was a member of First United...

Jan 20, 2026

Sandra "Sandy" Stewart (née Hare), born on April 8, 1940, the youngest of nine, in Buffalo, New

York, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida. She was 85 years

old.

Sandy had strongly supported agricultural life alongside her husband, Doyle, as they...

Jan 18, 2026

William Lee Tobey, age 65, of Dade City, Florida, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, in Dade City.

William was born on January 7, 1961, in Fort Hood, Texas, to Frederick Tobey and Winnie Tobey, both of whom preceded him in death. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for three years, a commitment that reflected his...