Our Obituaries
Georgia G. Denham
July 22, 1926 - May 12, 2012
Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, Georgian Gene "Georgie" Denham, 85, of Homosassa, FL passed away on Saturday, May 12th, 2012 at Brooksville Regional Hospital. Georgie was born Georgian Gene Klindera in Chicago, IL in 1926 to the late William Klindera, and Anna Hendrych. She is survived by her husband, Clyde Denham, of Homosassa, sons Bradford Denham (Kimberley) of Sandy, Utah, Brett...
View Tribute »
Grace M. Richards
May 25, 1923 - May 12, 2012
Richards, Grace 88 of Tampa passed away 5/12/2012. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles S. Richards and her grandson,Christopher Richards. Survived by her sons, Mark Alan Richards and his wife Asami, of Tampa, FL & David Alden Richards and his wife Alison, of Brandon, FL.; daughters: Tamara Sue Conway and her husband Joe, of Tampa, FL. & Charlene Ann Campbell and her husband Lynn, of...
View Tribute »
Lucille V. Lisk
February 26, 1931 - May 8, 2012
Lucille V. Lisk, 81 a lifelong resident of Brooksville passed away on May 8, 2012.
She was born on February 26, 1931 in Tifton Georgia.
Lucille was a member of the Brooksville Assembly of God.
She is Predeceased by her husband, Alfred Lisk; mother, Jessie Beatrice Lisk and father, Walter Hillman; grandson, Jason Berryhill and grand-daughter, Samantha Lisk.
Lucille is survived by 6...
View Tribute »
Mary V. Gair
November 21, 1918 - May 5, 2012
Mary V. Gair (Yiayia), 93 of Englewood, Florida formerly of Gainesville and Brooksville, Florida passed away May 5, 2012.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband Bill Gair and daughter Toni Gair.
Mary is survived by daughters, Gladys Receveur and Victoria Taylor; son, Bill Gair; grandchilren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Pall Bearers for funeral service: Roger Receveur, Mike...
View Tribute »
Ray L. Noble
January 22, 1943 - May 5, 2012
Ray L. Noble, 69, of Homosassa, passed away on May 5, 2012 after complications following surgery. He was born in Syracuse, NY. Ray was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. He lived in New York, Germany, and now Florida. Ray was an AARP Tax aide volunteer which he thoroughly enjoyed because he was helping others. He was a member of the Hernando Computer Club, Moose Lodge in Crystal...
View Tribute »
Jeffrey John O'Britis
April 13, 1943 - April 29, 2012
O'Britis, Jeffrey J., 69, of Tampa passed away on April 29, 2012. Jeff was predeceased by his parents, Victor & Helene O'Britis and is survived by his son, Alexander O'Britis, and two daughters, Alisa Eastburn and Serena O'Britis; sister, Paula Southern; and 3 grandchildren.
There will be a Memorial Service held at Brewer and Sons Funeral Home at 3328 S. Dale Mabry Highway on Saturday, May 5,...
View Tribute »
Donald Armstrong II
July 18, 1979 - April 28, 2012
Donald Armstrong, 32 of Brooksville passed away suddenly on Saturday April 28, 2012. He was born in Tampa on July 18, 1979. He worked as a Shipper with Kincaid Plastics Inc. in Brooksville.
Donald love fishing, jokes and life.
He is predeceased by his father and mother Donald and Ann Armstrong and his sister Jennifer Armstrong Pruden.
Donald is the father of Wesley and Skylar Armstrong.
He...
View Tribute »
James "Jim" Quinlan
April 1, 1933 - April 23, 2012
James "Jim" Michael Quinlan, 79, of Floral City, Florida, formally of St. Petersburg, Florida passed away April 23, 2012 at 5 a.m. surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 1, 1933 in Boston, Massachusetts.
He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1950-1954 and retired from the USPS after 33 years of service. He had a fervent love for his Lord and Savior...
View Tribute »
Michael Brian Cody
July 29, 1945 - April 21, 2012
Michael "Mike" Cody, 66 of Spring Hill passed away April 21, 2012 at Oak Hill Hospital.
He was born July 29, 1945 in Colorado Springs, Colorado and he and his wife , Betsy settled here eight years ago from Germany.
Mike was a Retired E-8 with the U.S. Army. Michael was a Christian, and a member of the Methodist Church of Spring Hill. A member of the VFW, and also was known as a "Good Cook."
...
View Tribute »
Frank Salvatore DeFrancesco
June 14, 1932 - April 21, 2012
Frank Salvatore DeFrancesco, 79, born June 14, 1932 in Brooklyn New York, passed away at Spring Hill Regional Hospital, in Spring Hill Florida after a long illness on April 21, 2012. Frank was surrounded by his family when he peacefully passed.
As a Brooklyn native, Frank grew up in the family business, that being in the the garment district. Frank attended Central High School of Needle...
View Tribute »
Larry Wayne Rodarmer
August 15, 1942 - April 6, 2012
Larry Wayne Rodarmer, 69 of Brooksville passed away April 6, 2012 after a long illness.
He was born August 15, 1942 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and came to Brooksville in 1988.
Larry attended high school at Grand Rapids Creston High in 1959 and graduated from Grand Rapids Junior College. He served in the U.S. Air Force, and retired in 1987 after 22 years of service from the E. Grand Rapids...
View Tribute »
Purcell F. Dahlin
December 7, 1925 - April 2, 2012
Purcell F. Dahlin, 86, of Brooksville, FL. passed away April 2, 2012. He was born December 7, 1925 in Schenectady, NY. Purcell enlisted in the Navy and served three years during World War II. Following his honorable discharge, he graduated from Albany Business College and married Eleanor Jensen of Schenectady in 1952. Purcell worked for the state tax department for more than 40 years,...
View Tribute »
Walter L Sanders
August 29, 1930 - April 2, 2012
Walter L Sanders
81, passed Apr 2. Survived by
wife, Alice and loving family.
Visit, Apr 7, 3:30-4, at 280
Mariner, Service at 4pm at
Brewer Chapel
Brewer & Sons 352-688-4991
View Tribute »
Joyce M Boerema
March 22, 1932 - April 2, 2012
Joyce Boerema, 80, passed Apr 2. Survived by 5 children, 11 grandchildren, 1 sister. Visit Apr 6, 11-3pm Service at 3pm at Brewer Chapel, 280 Mariner Blvd
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Good News Fellowship Church, 9846 Little Road PMB#412, New Port Richey, FL 34654
View Tribute »
Howard Lupo
December 4, 1946 - April 1, 2012
Howard V. Lupo, 65, passed April 1. He is survived by wife Rita, son, Charles, daughter, Laura Champeau, 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and loving family. Chuck was a lot of things to a lot of people. He will be missed as he will always remain in our hearts.
View Tribute »
Paul H. Dauerheim
December 3, 1931 - April 1, 2012
DAUERHEIM, Paul H., 80 of Sun City Center passed away on 4/1/2012. He was born in Auburn, New York on 12/3/1931. He came to Florida in 1998 from Auburn , NY. Paul was a member of the United Community Church & the Model Railroading club of Sun City Center. He retired from NCR after 35 years. He was a proud Army Veteran serving the Korean conflict. Predeceased by his parents Walter & Mary Dauerheim...
View Tribute »
Joseph P. LeBlond
November 15, 1960 - March 27, 2012
Joseph Paul LeBlond, 51 of Inglis, FL, died peacefully on March 27, 2012 at Citrus Hospice House in Lecanto, FL, as the result of an automobile accident.
Joe was survived by his loving wife, Marlene, daughters Jasmine Eleanor, Shawna Colling and her husband Mark; sons Cody Sherrod, Joey Jenkins, Dylan and Alex, sisters Patti DiMaio and her husband Nick; and Shelley Davis and her husband, John....
View Tribute »
Berenice Unger Gerken
October 7, 1920 - March 23, 2012
Berenice Unger Gerken, 91 of Brooksville passed away March 23, 2012.
She was born in Rochester, New York and moved to Tampa, Florida in 1954 from Lakeville, New York. After retirement, in 1979, she and her late husband Art moved to Brooksville , Florida.
She was an active member of the New Apostolic Church of Brooksville, and worked as a waitress at Howard Johnsons for 35 years. She...
View Tribute »
Valerie P. Harwood
September 27, 1945 - March 20, 2012
Valerie P. Harwood
66, passed away on March 20, 2012. She was a teacher of the RCIA program at St. Anthony the Abbot Catholic Church. She was also a teacher for the Literacy Program and sacrestent education. She was a retired comptroller at Diversicare and Beverly Enterprises. She also worked at several nursing homes throughout Florida. Valerie helped her shusband build their home stick by stick...
View Tribute »
Sally Arthurs
October 4, 1938 - March 20, 2012
ARTHURS, Sally A. 73 of Tampa passed away on March 20th, 2012. Sally enjoyed many things and especially gambling, going to the dog park, traveling and
a nice glass of sangria. She was Catholic by faith. She worked for over 30 years for the State Attorneys Office. Predeceased by her son, Darryl Arthurs;sister: Catherine Webb; mother: Anne Beglane. Survived by her loving daughter: Diane Dawson...
View Tribute »
James White
October 13, 1937 - March 16, 2012
James (Jimmy) Ransom White of Spring Hill/Weeki Wachee was taken into the lords hands on March 16, 2012. His family includes his wife Judy White of 50 years, his 3 daughters, Melody Love White who resides in St Pete, Nancy Flowers who resides in Spring Hill, Teri Sellers who resides in Brooksville with her husband Scooter Sellers and his one and only son James Michael White who resides in...
View Tribute »
James R. Treager
August 9, 1931 - February 26, 2012
James Robert Treager (also known as "Jimmy Bob T"), 80 of Hernando Oaks, in Brooksville, Florida passed away February 26, 2012 at Hernando Pasco Hospice after a brief illness. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky and came to Brooksville 6 years ago from West Chester, Pennsylvania. James was Catholic by faith and served in the United States Navy. He retired as a Sales & Marketing Executive from...
View Tribute »
Alan Patrick DeLong
February 23, 1950 - February 25, 2012
Alan DeLong, 62 of Tampa, Florida passed away on February 25, 2012. He was born in Kingston, Pennsylvania. Alan served in the U.S. Army and received the National Defense Service Medal, Sharpshooter (M-14) and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Korea).
He is survived by his son Paul DeLong; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Scott Cameron; mother and father, Denise & Roy DeArmond; nephew,...
View Tribute »
Jonathan Norman Parker
May 24, 1993 - February 9, 2012
Jonathan Norman Parker, 18 of Brooksville, passed away on February 9, 2012. He was born in Tampa, Florida. He is preceded in death by his father John Wesley Parker. Jonathan is survived by his mother, Tina and her husband Robert Bernecker; and sister, Holly; He was loved by all who knew him and brought a smile to everyone's face. Friends will be received on Tuesday, February 14th from 4-6 p.m....
View Tribute »
Richard Allen Webster
May 26, 1947 - January 30, 2012
Richard Allan Webster, 64 of Brooksville, FL passed away surrounded by family Monday night January 30, 2012 in Hernando County Hospice.
Richard died at 10:30pm from CLL (Chronic lymphocytic leukemia) stemming from his exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War.
He is predeceased by his father, Harry Richard Webster.
A Beloved husband to his wife Michelle A. Webster of Brooksville, he...
View Tribute »
Lillian "Nanny" "Lil" Sharkey
February 28, 1921 - January 17, 2012
Lillian "Nanny" "Lil" Sharkey, 90 of Brooksville passed away January 17, 2012. She was born in Inez, Kentucky and came to the Brooksville area in 1995 from St. Petersburg, Florida.
She loved the Lord and had a passion for growing orchids, enjoyed the water and boating, loved to cook her desserts, but most of all she loved her family, and enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great...
View Tribute »
Charles Perry Moore
September 24, 1938 - January 16, 2012
Charles Perry Moore, 73 of Brooksville passed away January 16, 2012. He was born on September 24, 1938 in Elba, Alabama.
He is survived by his Beloved Wife, Loraine of Brooksville, 3 sons; Charles Benny Moore and his wife Janet of Apopka, Samuel Perry Moore of Brooksville and Shawn Austin Moore and his wife Jeanne of Brooksville, 2 daughters; Mona Lisa Hallal and her husband Louis of...
View Tribute »
David Voiles
August 14, 1968 - January 3, 2012
David Kelly Voiles, a/k/a Proton, Coach, DK, David Miller, Davey, Yacky, 43 of Brooksville passed away January 3, 2012 after law enforcement officials recovered his body from the lake at Sherman Hills Golf Course in Ridge Manor.
He was born in Martinsville, Indiana on August 14, 1968 to the parents of Patsy P. Pitman and David K. Miller.
David married his beloved wife Teresa Anne Voiles ...
View Tribute »
Mary Frances Fields
July 20, 1946 - December 30, 2011
FIELDS, Mary F., 65, of Tampa passed away on
December 30, 2011, at her home under the loving
care of her family and hospice. She was born in
Huntington, West Virginia and settled in Tampa
35 years ago after many travels. She was Christian
by faith. She was a past member of the American
Legion Auxiliary Post 152 and retired from Walmart
after 20 years as a department manager.
She is...
View Tribute »
DeLores LaRue Farnham
October 18, 1937 - December 2, 2011
DeLores LaRue Farnham, 74 of Brooksville, passed away December 2, 2011 at home with her loving family at her side. Delores was born in Logan, West Virginia, the daughter of Alva and Marie (Hatfield) Grimmett. DeLores was always a hard worker, she had her own business, she started out with a grocery store known as "North 41 Market" that later became the Bamboo Room. She worked endless hours to...
View Tribute »
Lucille Carmen Morgan Sides
June 25, 1929 - November 25, 2011
Lucille Carmen Morgan Sides, 82 of Hudson, Florida was called home on November 25, 2011.
She was born in Sherman Mills, Maine and came to the area 48 years ago from Tolland, Connecticut.
She was Baptist by faith, graduated from Sherman High School in ME, loved gardening, her cats, Christmas, her home, the seashore, but mostly her family.
Lucille is predeceased by her husband Kirk B. Sides and...
View Tribute »
Randall "Randy" Ray Cheek
May 1, 1962 - October 31, 2011
Randall "Randy" Ray Cheek, 49 a Life Long Resident of Brooksville passed away October 31, 2011. He was Baptist by faith, worked as a landscaper, enjoyed fishing, swimming, spending time with family and friends along with his beloved Jack Russell "Scooter."
Randy is predeceased by his father Manuel Cheek.
He is survived by his fiance' Dawn M. LaRose of Beverly Hills, mother Beulah M. Cheek of...
View Tribute »
Martha Marie VanWagoner
November 23, 1940 - October 30, 2011
Martha Marie VanWagoner, 70 of Webster passed away October 30, 2011. She was born in Arthurdale, West Virginia, and came here 6 years ago from Lapeer, Michigan.
Martha was a Life Member of Eastern Star, The Clowns both of Lapeer Michigan, and ABATE Freedom Chapter (American Bikers Aimed Toward Education) for motorcycle rights and education in Brooksville, and was a member Lapeer Assembly of...
View Tribute »
Frederick Murphy
October 31, 1938 - October 12, 2011
Frederick Murphy, 72 of Brooksville passed away October 12, 2011 under the care of Hospice.
He was born in Bay City, Michigan and he and Gloria relocated to Brooksville 5 years ago from Denver, Colorado.
Frederick retired after 30 years of service with United Airlines as a Systems Analyst. He was a member of the Hernando Oaks Men's Golf Association, enjoyed playing Racquetball, was always...
View Tribute »
Charles "Richard" Owens
April 7, 1953 - October 5, 2011
Charles "Richard" Owens, 58, of Brooksville, FL. passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2011.
He was a beloved Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend.
Richard was born on April 7, 1953 in Havre de Grace, MD. He grew up between Pennsylvania and Florida, moving to Brooksville for the first time in 1965.
He attended Hernando High School (Brooksville) and was a truck driver by trade. He began...
View Tribute »
Edward Brevard Ayers
April 27, 1931 - September 17, 2011
Edward Brevard Ayers grew up on his father's farm in East Greenbush, New York where he learned to appreciate and train horses. Developing his skills, he became an experienced rider and horse trader.
After marrying his loving and devoted bride, Pearl Malik, he set his sights on becoming an entrepreneur. Some of his endeavors included independent dump truck driver, cross-country tractor...
View Tribute »
Paul Lee Bubnick
May 12, 1944 - September 15, 2011
Paul Lee Bubnick, 67 of Brooksville passed away September 15, 2011.
He was born in Middletown, Ohio and came to Florida 52 years ago.
Paul served in the U.S. Navy, was a former Regional Sales Manager of Pepsi Bottling Co., retired from Coca-Cola and from his hobby as a Barber. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Spring Hill Golf Course.
He is predeceased by his father and mother; Paul...
View Tribute »
Emily Dawn Vernon
January 10, 1969 - August 8, 2011
Emily Dawn Vernon, 42 of Brooksville passed away August 8, 2011. She was born in Kalkaska, Michigan and came to Florida in 1971, and found her destination to Hernando County in 1977. She was a member of the Masaryktown Baptist Church, graduated in 1986 from Hernando High School and furthered her education receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in 1996 from St. Leo College.
Emily is predeceased by her...
View Tribute »
Joe Wesley Johnson
October 9, 1941 - August 7, 2011
Joe Wesley Johnson, 69 of Floral City passed away on August 7, 2011. He was born in Baker, Florida. He was a member of the National Rifleman Association and Police Benevolent Association. He was a Member and a Deacon of the First Baptist Church of Brooksville. Joe retired after 28 years of service with the Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission, and was nominated “Officer Of The Year”...
View Tribute »
Edward Rea
October 10, 1934 - August 3, 2011
REdward Rea, 76 of Spring Hill, Florida passed away on
August 3, 2011 at his home.
He was born in Northern Ireland and came to the U.S. 58 years ago.
He joined the Air Force in October, 1956 and served until he was honorably discharged in November, 1976.
After his discharge from the Air Force he lived and worked in Oklahoma at Oklahoma Water Utilities.
He later moved to New York where he...
View Tribute »
John Lloyd Albury, Sr.
August 5, 1938 - July 10, 2011
John "Lloyd" Albury Sr., 72 of Brooksville passed away July 10, 2011.
He was born in Tampa, was a member of Hillside Community Baptist Church, and retired from Southern Weighing
& Inspection Bureau.
He is predeceased by his brother, Lester Albury, Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Reatha of 55 years, son, John Albury, Jr. (Bud) of Brooksville,
daughter, Cheryl Albury, 4 grandchildren and 7...
View Tribute »
David E. Gary
May 27, 1953 - June 30, 2011
David E. Gary passed away at his parents vacation home in Waynesville, North Carolina.
He was a former member of the armed forces serving in both the Army and Navy.
Dave was a true renaissance handyman, carpenter, plumber, electrician, metalwork, painter, auto body work, you name it; he had done
it, and occasionally re-did it as handy work often goes, but this is also
due to him being a...
View Tribute »
Melody Jean "Jeanie" Judd
September 2, 1965 - June 22, 2011
Melody Jean “Jeanie”, Judd 45 of Spring Hill passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at Oak Hill Hospital.
She was born in Columbus, Ohio.
Jeanie attended New Beginnings Rock Church in Spring Hill, she knew how to stretch a dollar in tough times, had a heart of gold, would give you the shirt off her back, and was a loving mother and grandmother.
She is survived by her mother, Shirley Long ...
View Tribute »
Daniel Schenck
October 9, 1934 - June 11, 2011
Daniel Schenck, 76 a life-long resident of Brooksville passed away June 11, 2011.
He worked as a manager for Seibert Groves, was a member of New Hope Baptist Church and was an avid lover of John Deere.
He is survived by his beloved wife Sheila, daughters; Diana Dorman and Kerri Walden, sons; Mark Schenck and Darren Walden, and his brother James.
Memorial Service will be held at New Hope...
View Tribute »
Martha Jane Head
January 25, 1917 - May 25, 2011
Martha J. Head, 94 of Brooksville passed away May 25, 2011.
She was born in Alexandria, Indiana and came here in 1965 from Summitville, Indiana. She was Baptist by faith, and was a great seamstress.
She is predeceased by her husband Clarence Head, son Charles Head, and 2 sisters; Margaret Howard and Dorothy Waymire.
Martha is survived by her 3 daughters; Judith Archbell of Brooksville, Norma...
View Tribute »
Edgar L. Williamson
July 7, 1938 - April 30, 2011
Edgar L. Williamson, 72, a retired construction worker of Weeki Wachee went home to be with the Lord on April 30, 2011.
Preceded in death by his parents; Wayne & Lillie Mae (Marcum) Williamson, 3 brothers; Charles, James and Little Bill, 3 sisters; Alpha, Vada and Anna Mae.
He is survived by his wife Pat (Pelot) Williamson, son; Charles Ryan (Teresa) Williamson of FL., 2 daughters; Donna (Allie...
View Tribute »
Elaine Foster Baldner
December 23, 1929 - April 25, 2011
Elaine Marie Foster Baldner, 81, of Brooksville, passed away peacefully Monday morning, April 25, 2011. She was born December 23, 1929 in Covington, Kentucky to Franklin Elliott and Mabel Marie (Schilds) Kuntz.
Elaine graduated from Holmes High School in Covington. She attended Bethesda School of Nursing in Cincinnati on an academic scholarship and graduated at the top her class. She was...
View Tribute »
Kasey Lynn Castleberry
December 12, 1990 - April 14, 2011
Kasey Lynn Castleberry, age 20, of Spring Hill, Florida, was granted her angel wings on April 14, 2011, following an automobile accident earlier in the week. Her entire family will miss her every day and she will forever remain in our hearts.
Kasey was an associate at Kohl's Department Store. She attended River Ridge High School in Pasco County as well as PHCC. She loved collecting quotes...
View Tribute »
Eric P. Britt
October 6, 1931 - April 11, 2011
Britt, Eric P., 79 of Parrish died April 11, 2011. Eric was a graduate of Riviera High, honorable discharged from the U.S. Navy 1951-1955, served Florida Highway Patrol 1955-1980, employed by Manatee County Sheriff's Office from 1985-2004, where he retired as Sergeant from both. Survived by his beloved wife, Linda P. Britt of Parrish, FL.; sons: Preston Mack Britt (Tracy Adkins) of Parrish, FL....
View Tribute »
Leah Ne' "Itty Bitty Buddy" Mansfield
September 27, 1936 - April 9, 2011
Leah Ne’ “Itty Bitty Buddy” Mansfield, 74 of Greensboro, Maryland passed away April 9, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Villisca, Iowa.
Lee volunteered many years for Red Cross, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Anne Arundel College. She retired from Queen Anne’s County Department of Social Services, was a Sunday School...
View Tribute »
Helen Jardine Gordon Sherman Havens
March 16, 1922 - February 15, 2011
Helen Jardine Gordon Sherman Havens born in Long Branch, New Jersey passed over the Rainbow Bridge peacefully in her sleep at her home in Brooksville on the morning of February 15, 2011 with family by her side.
Travel safely to your joyous reunion Mom, we know that Dad and others have embraced you in hugs of love as we let you go for now.
Helen was the only surviving child of Annie Jardine...
View Tribute »
Richard "Rick" Stovall
March 30, 1955 - February 11, 2011
Richard James Stovall, 55, of Brooksville, went to be with the Lord on February 11, 2011. He was born in Tampa on March 30, 1955, and graduated from Plant High School in 1973. He married his wife, Cindy Lunsford, on December 28, 1985. He was the Music Minister and Business Administrator at Brooksville First Assembly of God in Brooksville, FL, and Business Administrator at Calvary Assembly of...
View Tribute »
Robert Aaron " Chief Peckerhead"
May 10, 1958 - February 6, 2011
Robert Aaron, “Chief Peckerhead”, 52 of Brooksville, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2011 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville.
He was born May 10, 1958; the son of Monna Aaron and the late William Aaron.
Robert spent the last 24 years actively racing at Citrus County Speedway. He enjoyed fishing on his off weekends with his close friends, and was a dedicated employee for 30 years with...
View Tribute »
Wesley "Gee" Williams, Sr.
January 9, 1945 - January 26, 2011
Wesley Williams, 66 of Brooksville passed away January 26, 2011 at home.
He was born in Bellevue, Iowa and came here 15 years ago from Fort Lauderdale.
Wesley is predeceased by his parents; Fred and June Williams, and survived by his daughter; Tammy Quinn (Joe) of Brooksville, son; Wesley Williams, Jr. of Brooksville, grand-daughter; MacKenzie Quinn and grandson; Keegan Quinn both of...
View Tribute »
Thomas J. Deen, Jr.
September 10, 1924 - December 30, 2010
Thomas J. Deen Jr., 86, Brooksville passed away Thursday December 30, 2010. Tom lost his last battle.
Mr. Deen was born in Moultrie GA but was raised in Brooksville and graduated from Hernando High School. He eventually graduated from Stetson University in Deland after returning from WW11. Tom joined the US Marine Corps at 18 serving in WW11 and Korea retiring as a Lt. Col in 1966 earning 2...
View Tribute »
Patricia Salomez
August 20, 1948 - December 27, 2010
Patricia Salomez, 62 of Brooksville passed away December 27, 2010.
She was a native from Cleveland, Ohio and moved here in 1972; was Catholic by faith.
Patricia is survived by her husband Scott, son; Theodore J. Sauto and his wife Christine, 2 grandchildren; Christian Parker and Brennon Chase Sauto, niece; Michelle Kennedy and a nephew Jerry, and his wife Lisa, great niece; Angie Kennedy, 3...
View Tribute »
Eleanor Louise Schmidt
January 25, 1932 - December 11, 2010
There are no words for the Grief, the Emptiness and the Broken hearts that we all are feeling for Eleanor.
The words of her being “greatly missed” will not come close, as we are all …..At a loss for words as this family has endured so many Great losses so suddenly and so recently to God…
Now, let me tell you a little bit about Eleanor ……
A very compassionate, loving and...
View Tribute »
Wilfredo "Fred" Pena
February 27, 1952 - December 10, 2010
Wilfredo “Fred” Peña, 58 of Brooksville, passed away Friday, December 10th. He was born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico and came to Florida 30 years ago. He was Electrical Department Manager at Lowe’s in Brooksville, and managed facilities for the Navy Exchange System for 25 years, and an Army Veteran. He is survived by his wife Sheila, son Dwayne (his wife Autumn), and daughter Amy Peña, all...
View Tribute »
Pauline Williams
January 19, 1925 - December 1, 2010
Pauline P. Williams, 85 of Brooksville passed away December 1, 2010.
The family are longtime residents of Brooksville; and Preston Road in Brooksville was named after her father. Pauline worked at the Weeki Wachee Holiday Inn from 1962-1985, loved gardening, made the BEST peanut butter fudge in town and the beach was her favorite place to be.
Pauline is survived by her 2 daughters; Paulette...
View Tribute »
Matilda "Matty" Guckian
October 9, 1925 - November 30, 2010
Matty Guckian, 85 of Spring Hill passed away November 30, 2010, at the hospice care center , surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Brooklyn, New York and came here 36 years ago.
She was Catholic by faith. She worked as a switchboard operator for hospitals and in her retirement volunteered at local hospitals.
Matty is predeceased by her husband Frank of 39 years and her mother and...
View Tribute »
Carolyn Reding
March 9, 1955 - November 28, 2010
Carolyn Reding, 55 of Brooksville died November 28, 2010.
She was a life-long resident of Brooksville, and served her community for many years as a nurse and caregiver. Carol was owner of Carol’s House.
She is survived by her husband Rickie Reding, son John Bledsoe and his wife Erin of Ohio, daughter Lori Bledsoe-Neal and her husband Mike of Ohio, brother Millard Hodges of Floral City,...
View Tribute »
Steward "Buddy" Wain Reedy
June 24, 1943 - November 24, 2010
Steward "Buddy" Reedy, 67 of Spring Hill passed away peacefully November 24, 2010 with his wife at his side.
He was born in Pembroke, Virginia and came here 50 years ago from West Virginia.
Buddy was a big fan of Nascar and his favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt. He also enjoyed watching Gator football.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Dayle Reedy of Spring Hill, daughter Kelly...
View Tribute »
Frank Loreto, Jr.
July 31, 1968 - November 21, 2010
Frank Loreto, Jr. 42 , died on November 21, 2010 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Weeki Wachee. He was born in Flemington, NJ on July 31, 1968 and was raised in Lawrence Township, NJ. He moved to Florida in 1982. He graduated from Springstead HS in 1986 and later returned to NJ where he began his career in law enforcement as a NJ Dept. of Corrections Officer in Bordentown. He...
View Tribute »
Charles Monroe Sasser, Jr.
February 28, 1927 - November 20, 2010
"There are many tired Gardeners but I've seldom met old Gardeners.
I know many elderly Gardeners but the majority are young at heart.
Gardening simply does not allow one to be mentally old, because too many hopes and dreams are yet to be realized. The one absolute of Gardeners is Faith.
Regardless of how bad past gardens have been, every Gardener believes that next year's will be...
View Tribute »
Viola "Ruth" Vaughan Newlands
September 5, 1921 - November 14, 2010
Viola " Ruth" Vaughn Newlands passed away Sunday, November 14, 2010. She was 89 years old.
Ruth was born in Ozark, Alabama, one of 11 children born to Huey Lee Vaughn and Amanda Childree. She graduated Valedictorian from Norman Park High School and attended Norman Park Junior College in Norman Park, Georgia.
Ruth met John "Jack" E. Newlands in Tampa, Florida and they were married January...
View Tribute »
Barbara Jans
August 19, 1943 - October 27, 2010
Barbara F. Jans, 67 of Brooksville, passed away October 27, 2010 at Hospice. Barbara was born in Boston, Mass. on Aug. 19, 1943. She grew up in Merrimacport, Mass with her loving foster parents, James and Getrude McMaster. Barbara attended Pentucket Regional High School and graduated in 1961. She also attended Haverhill Trade School of Practical Nursing and graduated in 1969. She moved to Florida...
View Tribute »
Blanche Lashley
October 12, 1932 - October 25, 2010
Blanche S. Lashley, 78 of Spring Hill, Florida passed away October 25, 2010.
She was born in Lexington, North Carolina and came to Brooksville in 1975 from Lake City, Florida. She was Baptist by faith and founding member of Northcliffe Baptist Church in Spring Hill, and was very active in many different church functions and activities throughout her life, held numerous offices with the...
View Tribute »
Ronald "Ronnie" Woodrow Meadows, Jr.
January 14, 1944 - October 22, 2010
Ronald Woodrow Meadows, Jr., 66 of Brooksville, Florida passed away October 22, 2010 at Brooksville Regional Hospital. He was born in Bim, West Virginia and came to Brooksville 10 years ago from Wileyville, West Virginia.
Ronald was a member of the Brooksville Church of Christ, served in the U.S. Army and was retired from management at General Dynamics in Lima, Ohio. He loved coon hunting,...
View Tribute »
Reverend Monsignor John F. Scully
May 14, 1924 - October 22, 2010
Monsignor John Scully, 86 of Valrico passed away October 22, 2010 while con celebrating the morning Mass at St. Stephen’s Parish in Valrico where he had lived these past three years in his retirement. He was born May 14, 1924 in Boston, Massachusetts. Educated at St. John’s Seminary in Boston, Monsignor Scully was ordained May 6, 1948 for that Diocese by Archbishop Richard Cushing. He came...
View Tribute »
Paul David Langworthy
April 20, 1939 - October 16, 2010
Paul David Langworthy, 71, of Brooksville, Florida, passed away Saturday, October 16th at 4:43 a.m. He was born in Jesse, West Virginia and came here 63 years ago from West Virginia. Paul lived in Greeneville, Tennessee for 6 years and had just returned to Brooksville to be with his family.
Paul loved God, his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren above all else. Next came his...
View Tribute »
Rosa A. Poarch
April 28, 1933 - October 4, 2010
Rosa Anne Poarch, 77, of Weeki Wachee, Fl., sadly died on October 4, 2010, at HPH Hospice. She was the wife of the late Cloyde E. (Bill) Poarch, to whom she was married for 48 years.
She is survived by sons C. Edward Poarch II, and wife Barbara, and Gregory C. Poarch. Rosa is also survived by four grandchildren, Kristal Poarch, Rusty Poarch, Caitlin Poarch and Cody Poarch; six great...
View Tribute »
Nicholas "Nick" "Papa" Seeley
November 26, 1948 - October 3, 2010
Nicholas L. Seeley, 61, of Blue Ridge, Georgia passed away October 3, 2010. Born in St. Petersburg, FL and raised in Buffalo, NY, Nicholas was a proud combat wounded Vietnam veteran, and recipient of two Purple Hearts. He is survived by his wife of forty-two years, Linda “Sam”; his daughters, Michele and Lisa; son-in-law, Farhaad “Doc”; granddaughter, Casey and her husband Cody; grandson,...
View Tribute »
Rhonda Kaye Oden
August 13, 1974 - October 1, 2010
Rhonda K. Oden, 36 of Bushnell, Florida passed away October 1, 2010.
She was born August 13, 1974 in South San Gabriel, California.
Rhonda had been a waitress for the Hayseed Café in Webster, and Denny’s in Wildwood, and had a great love for animals.
Rhonda lived in Bushnell with her 3 children; Andrea, William and Mathew, fiancé; Mike Lemus, parents; Fred and Madelyn Oden of Brooksville,...
View Tribute »
Nancy Lynn Rouillier
August 19, 1943 - September 26, 2010
Nancy Lynn Rouillier (Richards), 67 of Homosassa, Florida passed away Sept 26, 2010 at The Hospice House of Citrus County. She was born in New Britain, Connecticut Aug 19, 1943. She is preceded in death by her father, William Richards; and nephew Matthew Richards. She is survived by her mother Marian Richards-Covert; her brothers Bruce Richards and Bill Richards, her three sons; Ryan Rouillier,...
View Tribute »
Daniel Sherman Jackson
August 7, 1954 - September 11, 2010
Daniel Sherman Jackson, loving son of the late Curley A. Jackson, and living mother Juanita Jackson passed away September 11, 2010 at 7:30 a.m. at his home in Brooksville, Florida. Daniel was born August 7, 1954. A resident of Michigan for 52 years, employee of the Ford Motor Co. and Visteon for 32 years. Daniel; a gentle loving man enjoyed his family, friends and motorcycles. He and his wife...
View Tribute »
Michael Timothy Sharp "Mike"
August 7, 1944 - September 6, 2010
Michael Timothy Sharp “Mike”, 66 of Brooksville passed away on September 6, 2010. He was born in Detroit, Michigan and came her 6 years ago from Canton, Michigan. Mike was retired from Ford Motor Company and was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. He is predeceased by his sister Connie Westfall.
He is survived by his wife Pat Sharp, 3 sons; Robert Sharp, Eric Sharp and his wife...
View Tribute »
Teresa M. Bailey
January 26, 1960 - August 2, 2010
BAILEY, Teresa M., 50 of Tampa
passed away 8/2/2010 at St. Joseph’s
Hospital. She was born in Albany, GA. and
came here in 1993 from Ft. Walton Beach, FL.
She was a Christian by faith and a Minister.
Worked for over 10 years for Bank of America
as an analyst in Tampa & enjoyed crafts. Survived by her
beloved husband: Dana Bailey of Tampa;
daughter: Candice Bailey Burton of Tampa;
...
View Tribute »
Ann M. Armstrong
June 12, 1942 - July 26, 2010
Ann M. Armstrong, 68 of Brooksville, Florida, passed away July 26, 2010 at HPH Hospice.
She was born in Detroit, Michigan and came here in 1989 from Illinois.
She is predeceased by her husband, Don Armstrong; mother, Eleanor Northrop; and father, Wesley Northrop.
Ann worked at Brooksville Regional Hospital as a Monitor Technician and enjoyed going to casinos, reading, and playing bingo.
...
View Tribute »
Morgan "Foster" Carter
March 25, 1958 - July 8, 2010
Foster Carter, 52 of Brooksville passed away July 8, 2010 at home under the care of his loving family and Hospice.
He was a lifelong resident of Brooksville and owner of Foster Carter’s Industrial Services.
He is predeceased by his father and mother; John and Louise Carter.
He is survived by his loving wife Pamela, daughter; Natalie Rooks and her husband Justin, 4 sisters; Gillie Estelle...
View Tribute »
Jerod Travis Tabor
January 24, 1977 - June 15, 2010
Jerod Travis Tabor, 33 of Brooksville passed away June 15, 2010.
He was born in Clearwater and came here 27 years ago from Largo,FL.
Jerod was of Christian faith; was never ashamed of being a “Big Kid”, owned a business of pool Acrylics & design, a proud Momma’s Boy and Sister’s Best Friend. He loved motor sports, football, Nascar, motorcycles, boating; and enjoyed fishing the ocean,...
View Tribute »
Jack Rouss Pepper, Sr.
January 21, 1932 - June 11, 2010
Jack Rouss Pepper, Sr., 78 of Brooksville passed away June 11, 2010 at home. He was born and lived most of his life in Tampa. He came to Brooksville in 2002. He was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Brooksville and St. Mary’s Church in Tampa and a member of the Sertoma Club.
Jack is predeceased by his wife Peggy W. Pepper, brother Wallace Pepper and nephew Richard L. Pepper.
He...
View Tribute »
Eric Anderson
September 26, 1977 - June 4, 2010
Eric Anderson, 32 of Brooksville passed away on June 4, 2010 at Tampa General Hospital. He was born in Springfield, Massachusetts and came here 8 years ago.
Eric was Co-Owner of A&B Home Remodeling, a car enthusiast and a Devoted father, son, brother, fiancee’ and friend.
He is survived by his mother Lynn Anderson, father William Anderson, step-father Ralph Phillips, daughter Gia Harrington,...
View Tribute »
Nina Gertrude "Gert" Bailey
August 9, 1921 - June 4, 2010
Nina Gertrude "Gert" Langworhy Bailey, 88 of Brooksville passed away June 4, 2010 at Hospice.
She was born in Mallory, WV and came here in 1991 from Jesse, WV. She was Baptist by faith and enjoyed gardening and singing. Gert is predeceased by her husband Ulvert and son Gary.
She is survived by 2 sons; Tony Bailey and his wife Ann and Richard Bailey and his wife Sylvia, sister-in-law; Alice...
View Tribute »
Hilton H Haley
January 16, 1932 - May 28, 2010
Hilton Haley, 78, a native of Mayfield, KY. Hilton spent most of his adult life in Florida. He attended Murray State University in Kentucky and graduated from Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL. He served in the US Naval Aviation during the Korean War. Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, he served in management jobs of increasing responsibility with Southern Bell...
View Tribute »
Jacque Collins, Sr.
June 13, 1943 - May 23, 2010
Jacque R. Collins, Sr., 66 of Brooksville passed away on May 23, 2010. He was born in Sidney, Ohio and came here in 1983 from Tampa. He is predeceased by his late wife; Donna Collins and daughter; Jacqueline Collins. He was Pentecostal by faith and served in the United States Army for 13 ½ years and was employed by Brooksville Regional for 18 years as a Maintenance Supervisor. He is survived...
View Tribute »
Rene'e Diane Mercer
March 30, 1960 - May 19, 2010
Rene’e Diane Mercer, 50 of Zephyrhills passed away May 19, 2010. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan and came to Florida 30 years ago. Rene’e was a very loving person. Her passion was helping and caring for those all around her. She worked for many years as an office manager for a Rebar Fabrication Company in Tampa.
Rene’e is survived by her loving husband David A. Mercer, 2 sons; Ian...
View Tribute »
Rosalie Franqui
August 20, 1952 - May 15, 2010
Rosalie Franqui, 57, of Spring Hill, died May 15, 2010 at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville. She was born in Brooklyn, NY and came to this area from Queens, NY. She worked for Quality Concrete in Brooklyn, NY.
She is survived by her children, Jason and Maria Franqui both of Queens; sister, Vinnyann Andretta also of Queens, NY.
Friends will be received on Wednesday, May 19th from 2-4 & 7-9 p...
View Tribute »
Patricia Young
December 26, 1942 - May 13, 2010
Patricia Young, 67 of Brooksville passed away on May 13, 2010.
She was born in Bainbridge, Georgia, lived in Virginia and Louisiana before moving to Tampa, Florida where she graduated from Plant High School in 1960 and had lived in Brooksville for the past 41 years. Pat worked for Golden Corral in Brooksville for 23 years. She loved spending time with her grandsons, traveling with her sister,...
View Tribute »
Donald H. Ankomeus
May 21, 1920 - May 5, 2010
Donald Ankomeus, 89, of Timber Pines, passed away May 5, 2010 at the HPH Hospice Care Center. He was born May 21, 1920 in Whitewater, Wisconsin. He retired after 40 yrs of Federal Service. Donald served in the Army during WWII, receiving an ETO Campaign Ribbon with 3 bronze stars.
He is survived by his wife of 62 yrs., Arlene; niece, Shirlee Zimmerman, Whitewater, WI; 2 sister-in-laws, Alice...
View Tribute »
Byon F. Smiddy
March 2, 1927 - May 5, 2010
Byon F. Smiddy, 83, of Brooksville went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 5, 2010. He was born in Kenvir, KY., and served in the U.S. Army and spent his life devoted to the Lord in ministry and song.
Byon is predeceased by his parents, Francis and Flotilla, 5 brothers, 5 sisters, and his son Michael.
He is survived by his loving wife, Martha, 2 sons; Byon Smiddy, Jr. and his wife...
View Tribute »
Gregory "Greg" Brown
November 14, 1957 - April 29, 2010
Gregory “Greg” Brown, 52, of Brooksville, passed away April 29, 2010 at HPH Care Center. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and came to Florida 36 years ago.
He was the owner of BTG, Inc., and an avid Green Bay Packers Fan, a member of the Gator Club and the Budweiser Fan Club.
He is survived by his wife Lisa, Son; Keith Brown and his wife Valerie of Brooksville, 4 Brothers; Mark Brown...
View Tribute »
Deana Kelly Senecal
June 26, 1985 - April 28, 2010
Deana Kelly Senecal, 24, of Brooksville, Florida passed away on April 28, 2010. She was born in Spring Hill, Florida. She graduated from Central High School and was active in Gymnastics and Ballet, attended Marchman Technical Center and received a Certificate of Achievement in Nursing Assistant.
Deana is predeceased by Bradley Stevenson, the father of their son, Kamren.
She is survived by her...
View Tribute »
Ralph R. Heine
April 8, 1928 - April 27, 2010
Neighbor, Friend and Southview Community Association President
If you lived in Southview, you knew Ralph, even if you had just moved in recently. Ralph was the
current President of the Southview Association Board of Directors and made it a point to visit every
home in the community. As President, he worked tirelessly to bring the Southview community
together. Virtually every resident of...
View Tribute »
Janice G. Vanderlaan
September 29, 1933 - April 24, 2010
Janice Vanderlaan (Anderson) (76)
Slipped away peacefully at her home on April 24, 2010 after a courageous 3+ year long battle with lung cancer. She is survived by her husband Joseph; daughters, Joy and husband Robby Robinson of Brooksville; Jill and husband James McDaniel of Longview WA; and son John Vanderlaan and Cece of Tampa; her sister Carol Ann Stack of Frankfort MI; and her brother...
View Tribute »
Benjamin B. Wilbur "Ben", Jr.
June 4, 1926 - April 24, 2010
Benjamin B. Wilbur Jr. (Ben), age 83 years young, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. Ben was born on June 4, 1926 in Middletown, New York to Benjamin and Elizabeth Wilbur. He retired from ALCO (Bombardier Technology, Inc.) and retired to Brooksville, Florida.
Ben was an avid sports watcher (especially Syracuse University related sports), and NASCAR follower...
View Tribute »
James Carroll "Jim" "Bud" Prindle, Jr.
March 29, 1962 - April 12, 2010
PRINDLE, Jr., James Carroll “Jim” “Bud”, 48, of Brooksville passed away on April 12, 2010.
He was born in Owensboro, Kentucky and moved to Largo when he was 6, and came to Brooksville in 1981. He was a heavy equipment operator for Southdown (Cemex) for 15 years, worked several years for Florida Crush Stone and most recently was a maintenance supervisor at Candlelight Apartments. ...
View Tribute »
Michael J. Darby
January 20, 1955 - April 5, 2010
Michael J. Darby, 55 of Brooksville passed away on April 5, 2010 at Shand’s Hospital in Gainesville. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland and came here 53 years ago. He was Catholic by faith, and worked as a tile setter for a living, his favorite past-time was hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends.
He is predeceased by his mother Betty Darby and his brother John Darby.
He...
View Tribute »
Barbara Bennett Edwards
December 26, 1916 - April 3, 2010
Barbara Edwards, 93, of Largo passed away on April 3, 2010, under the care of her loving family and hospice. She was born in Gardner, Massachusetts, however lived most of her life in Florida living in Tampa, Spring Hill and Largo. She was a very spritual person and a member of Unity Community Church in Dunedin where she taught Sunday School until she was 90 years old. She was a member of the...
View Tribute »
Brewer and Sons Funeral Homes
1190 S. Broad Street
Brooksville
,
FL
34601
map it
Phone: (352) 796-4991
FAX: (352) 799-6451
View Website
