Obituaries

Sep 20, 2021

Perry Anthony Velocci, 61, of Dade City, Florida passed away September 20, 2021. He was born October 21, 1959 in Bayshore, New York to Albert Velocci and Jennie Porreca. Perry grew up in West Side Deer Park. He married his sweetheart, Debbie Cody on November 25, 1977. They moved down to Florida in 1981. He enjoyed his coffee on the...

Sep 19, 2021

Teresa Lee Overton, 57, of Dade City FL. Passed away Thursday September 19, 2021. Teresa had an optimistic view of life, and an easy going attitude. She cherished her family and was a devoted Mother and Grandmother. Teresa loved animals, and nature, adopting many pets throughout her life. She travelled all over the country and was a great home cook...

Sep 18, 2021

In loving memory of Tiffany Marie Heath, 29, of Dade City, FL. Born December 26th, 1991, in Lebanon, NH to Terry and Tracey Heath. Tiffany gained her wings on September 18th, 2021. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She loved her children, nieces, and nephews, and spending time with family. Her favorite hobbies were racing, trail...

Sep 18, 2021

Hammond, Dale Alexander, 70, of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away the morning of September 18, 2021, in Zephyrhills, Florida. He was the husband of Sherry Hammond. Born in Clearwater, Florida and raised in Dunedin, Florida, Dale resided in Dunedin before moving to his residence in Zephyrhills, Florida, where he co-founded an Aluminum Contracting Company, Ace Aluminum. He later opened Aluminate Aluminum...

Sep 16, 2021

MAGGARD, Jr. , Edward Grady "Sonny" 86, of Dade City, Florida, passed away peacefully in his home September 16, 2021. He was born September 26, 1934 in Wise, VA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lorene. He is survived by his children, Dale (Ann) Maggard and Randy (Colleen) Maggard; his six grandchildren, Adam (Kristi) Maggard, Matt (Dana) Maggard,...

Sep 16, 2021

LESLEY CAMILLE BLACK ANDERSON GASSMAN June 9, 1969 - September 16, 2021 Lesley Camille Black Anderson Gassman was gathered from the bounds of this existence into eternity on Thursday morning, September 16, 2021, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, following an illness of several weeks. Lesley was born June 9, 1969, at Grady Memorial Hospital in downtown Atlanta. Just a few...

Sep 15, 2021

The world lost a shining light this week. Surrounded by loved ones, Janet Gonzalez Scotto, 62, of Dunedin, Florida passed on Wednesday, September 15th, 2021.

Born June 30, 1959 in New York, New York Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Maria and Harry Gonzalez, her brothers George and Henry, her niece Niki Gonzalez, and her...

Sep 14, 2021

Columbus Edward Simpkins Jr "Eddie" 86, of Brooksville, FL passed away Tuesday, September 14th, 2021. He was born August 20, 1935 in Sarasota, FL to Columbus Edward Simpkins and Rose Marie May Simpkins. He was a US Navy Veteran and owned and operated Simpkins Timber Company for many years.

Eddie is survived by 2 children: Kelly Bush...

Sep 14, 2021

Cheryl Ann Hunt, 69, of Zephyrhills, FL passed away on September 14, 2021 after a six week battle with COVID. Cheryl was born on October 20, 1951 in Flint Michigan to Rollin and June (Horton) Parker. She was married to Roger Hunt Sr. on June 29, 1969. Cheryl and Roger moved to...

Sep 13, 2021

Winnifred Marie Soderstrom,74, Of Zephyrhills, Florida passed away September 13, 2021. She was born in Chicopee, Massachusetts to Peter and Martha Garrity on October 3, 1946. On October 2, 1971, Marie and Earl married. Marie was an exceptional apartment manager for many years. She was a smart, kind, and caring women; always taking her time to help others. Marie is...

Sep 12, 2021

Kenneth Arthur DeLano, 65, of Dade City, Florida passed away September 12, 2021 in Zephyrhills, Florida. He was born February 2, 1956 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Ronald and Agnes DeLano. Kenneth loved the lord, his Harley Davidson, and his family. Kenneth is preceded in death by his father: Ronald DeLano; Siblings: Ronald DeLano and Gary DeLano; Nephews: Jamie DeLano and...

Sep 11, 2021

SCHWALBACH, Randy John, 52, of Zephyrhills, Fl, entered into eternal rest on September 11, 2021 in Inverness, Fl. He was born on August 6, 1969 in Rochester, NY to parents, John, and Doris Schwalbach. Randy lived in Zephyrhills, Fl, for most of his adult life, working at Altium Packaging for 25 + years. He was an avid racecar fan, especially...

Sep 11, 2021

During the early morning hours of Sept. 11th 2021, the illness and addiction that had stolen Nancy Jo Russos sparkle took her life. Nancy never wanted to be defined only by her addiction and mistakes... she was a beautiful, intelligent person who fell into its grip. It can happen to anyone. She would do anything for anyone and always lit...

Sep 9, 2021

Mary "Faye" Burnside Martin, born April 25th 1937, ascended to heaven Thursday, Sept 9th 2021.

Faye descended from a founding family of Pasco County. Those connections spread wide through the Burnside and DeRosier families, and of course her own. She took immense pride in her family, and her faith, and will be greatly missed by both family...

Sep 9, 2021

Hewitt, Claudette "Gail",71, of Dade City, FL, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 9, 2021. She was born on October 5, 1949 to Robert and Mae Belle Herrell in Lenoir City, TN. She is predeceased by her parents; Robert and Mae Belle Herrell and her son, Preston Wade Lethco. She is survived by; her children: Michael (Darlene) Lethco of...

Sep 8, 2021

Archie C Sherrill Jr., of Tampa and Plant City, Florida passed peacefully with family by his side on September 8, 2021. He was born in Cornelius, North Carolina on July 6, 1931 TO Archie and Pauline Sherrill. At the age of 4 years, his father was killed in a railway accident leading to a difficult upbringing for him and his...

Sep 8, 2021

ANDERTON, Theresa Gail "Teresa" Gilliard, age (55), of Zephyrhills, Florida joined her precious, beloved mother in heaven on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Teresa was born in Jacksonville, Florida on November 20th, 1965 to Elbert Clinton Gilliard and Eva Mae. She was a graduate of Pasco Comprehensive High School in Dade City, Florida, and studied finances, recently graduating with her...

Sep 7, 2021

James "Lamar" Newsome was a caring husband, father, grandfather and friend. He went to be with our Lord on September 7, 2021 at age 87. He was born to Ollis and Edna Newsome on November 24, 1933. He graduated from Pasco high where he played football and baseball. He retired from Carolina Freight in 1988. He married his wife Linda...

Sep 6, 2021

FISCHER, Laura Bell, 90, of Ridge Manor Estates, Fl, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 6, 2021 in Dade City, Fl. She was born on April 19, 1931 in Sweetwater, Tennessee to parents, Willis lance and Essie Rodgers. She spent most of her life caring for many children every day which was her passion, and later owned and operated,...

Sep 6, 2021

BRININSTOOL, James, 87 of Zephyrhills, FL died peacefully with his family on Monday, September 6, 2021. Jim was born in Eaton Rapids, MI to Claud & Ella (Miller) Brininstool. He married Mary Elaine McCaslin on August 10, 1954. Jim served in the U.S. Air Force as a jet fighter mechanic during the Korean War. After completion of his military...