Obituaries
Obituaries in Apopka, FL
Mr. Ronald Dennis Craig
Jun 8, 2025
On Sunday, June 8, Ronald Dennis Craig peacefully passed into the presence of Jesus at the age of 82. He was born on December 26, 1942 to Marie and Theodore Craig. He grew up in Cartersville, a small, loving community in North Georgia. He graduated from Cartersville High School, where he lettered in several sports and was captain of the...
Mr. Robert Lee Hippleheuser
May 31, 2025
Robert Lee “Bob” Hippleheuser
September 15, 1933 – May 31, 2025
Robert Lee Hippleheuser, affectionately known as “Bob,” passed away peacefully at his home in Clermont, Florida, on May 31, 2025, at the age of 91.
Born on September 15, 1933, in Terre Haute, Indiana, Bob lived a life marked by dedication, leadership, and vibrant connections. He proudly served his country in the...
Larry Neil Fischer
May 30, 2025
Larry Neil Fischer, 77, of Apopka, died May 30th, 2025. Larry was born in Orlando, Florida on October 10, 1947.
He worked at Martin Marietta (Lockheed Martin) in IT for 45 years. Larry loved telling everyone about his annual fishing trips to Islamorada, where he couldn’t get enough of catching Tarpon and eating at his favorite restaurant Lazy Days. In his...
Manfred W Kroker
May 30, 2025
Manfred Kroker was born May 3, 1938 in Ober--schrieberhau, East Germany to Otto Kroker and Margaretta" Gretta" Ludwig of Slession Germany-Patch Cau-East Germany
In 1945 they had to Flee their Homeland due to the War to Draxel Shreid,Bavaria, West Germany-where Manfred was enrolled in School there. He had just started 1st grade in Ober Schreiberhau before they had to Flee. Manfred...

Sherrie A Wolski
May 28, 2025
Sherrie A. Wolski, 85, of Ocoee , Florida passed away on May 28, 2025. Mrs. Wolski was born on August 27, 1939 in Mullins, South Carolina. She is preceded in death by her grandchild Clint Cavin as well as great grandchild Billy Cavin. Mrs. Wolski is survived by her children Susan Smyrock, John (Lori) Wolski and Steve (Marla) Wolski ;...
Joel Ulmer Clark
May 28, 2025
Joel (Joey) Ulmer Clark, went home to be with the Lord, May 28th 2025.
Joey was born August 19th 1961 to Charles (Buddy) and Mary Alice Clark in Orlando Florida. Joey was raised in Apopka, attended school in Apopka, and graduated from Orlando Christian Academy. He began his career as a volunteer with the Apopka Fire Department in January of 1981...
Mr. Timothy Alan "Timmy" Johnson
May 26, 2025
Timothy Alan “Timmy” Johnson, 60, of Ocoee, Florida passed away on May 26, 2025. Mr. Johnson was born on January 26, 1965 in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Johnson is preceded in death by his stepfather Gary. He is survived his father Leon C. “Rusty” (Marilyn) Johnson; mother Linda Wagner; brother Mark (Mindy) Johnson; sisters Michelle (Shane) Sorenson, Lisa Johnson, Lesley (Billy)...
Mr. Gary Thomas Wincey
May 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Thomas Wincey, who left us on May 26, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on October 11, 1954, in Winter Garden, Florida, Gary lived a full life filled with love, laughter, and countless fishing adventures.
Gary was a proud veteran who served in the Army during the Vietnam...
Mrs. Sarah Fay Woodard
May 26, 2025
Sarah Fay Woodard, 88, of Apopka, Florida passed away on May 26, 2025. Mrs. Woodard was born on October 24, 1936 in Oneonta, Alabama to the late Samuel and Pearl Huffstutler. Mrs. Woodard is preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years Billy Joe Woodard; as well as her siblings Porta Colbert, Harvey Huffstutler, Neil Huffstutler and Samuel...
Esther Garcia
May 26, 2025
On May 26, 2025, heaven celebrated because a beautiful angel had arrived in the arms of our Father God, just days after celebrating her 81st birthday. Esther Garcia was born on May 22, 1944, in Los Ramones, Mexico, and made her way to Central Florida in 1970, where she spent many years cultivating a life filled with hard work and...
Barbara Lynn Betancourt
May 25, 2025
Barbara Lynn Betancourt
December 23, 1954 – May 20, 2025
Barbara Lynn Betancourt, a devoted and loving mother, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, at the age of 70. Born on December 23, 1954, in Clifton Forge, Virginia, Barbara was the 2nd eldest daughter of four to the late Willie Ayers and Beulah Ayers....
Mr. Carlos L. Camacho
May 20, 2025
Carlos L. Camacho, 92, of Orlando, Florida passed away May 20, 2025. Mr. Camacho was born on January 13th, 1933 in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. He will be missed by his many loved ones and friends.
Julia Adeline McVay
May 20, 2025
Julia Adeline McVay, a devoted servant of Christ, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2025, in Apopka, Florida, at the age of 91.
Born on August 15, 1933, in Charleston, South Carolina, to Allen and Laura Platt, Julia’s life was a reflection of unwavering faith, enduring love, and humble service. She accepted...
Francis John Connell Jr.
May 17, 2025
Francis John Connell Jr., 77, passed away on May 17, 2025. Born in Far Rockaway, NY, to the late Lois Lincoln Connell and Francis Connell Sr., where he grew up in Valley Stream, NY, and graduated from George W. Hewlett High School. Shortly after, he proudly served in the U.S. Navy.
Francis raised his family in Eastchester, NY, before relocating to...
Jerry Troxel Smothers
May 14, 2025
Jerry Troxel Smothers, 81, of Apopka, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 24, 1943, in Columbus, Georgia, and became a lifelong resident of Apopka, Florida, when he moved with his mother, Lemmie Hicks Harp, when he was 6 weeks old.
Jerry graduated from Apopka High School in 1962 and...
Mrs. Ann N. Stephens
May 12, 2025
Ann N. Stephens, 86, of lifelong resident of Mount Dora, Florida passed away on May 12, 2025. Mrs. Stephens was born on January 21, 1939 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Robert and Alma Ellison. Mrs. Stephens is preceded in death by her loving husband Ted Stephens; son Jeffery Ellison; as well as her grandson Bubba Sangster. Mrs. Stephens is...
Mrs. Tina M. New
May 10, 2025
Tina M. New, 60, of Apopka, Florida passed away on May 10, 2025. Mrs. New was born on September 03, 1964 in Cincinatti, Ohio to Buck and Donna Brannock. She is survived by her loving husband Dennis New; brothers Dean and Gary (Mimi); sister Kathleen (Terry); sons Scott (Jennifer) and Michael (Leisa); 14 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; as well as...
Mrs. Anna Lucille Archer
May 8, 2025
Anna Lucille Archer, 91, of Apopka, Florida passed away on May 08, 2025. Mrs. Archer was born on December 30, 1933 in Eagan, Tennessee to the late John and Avis Prewitt. Mrs. Archer is survived by her loving husband Arthur Archer; children Karen Liverance and Danny Archer; grandchildren Danielle (Kevin) Maddox, Vincent (Marissa) Johnston, Matthew (Oriana) Archer and Eric (Julia)...
Ms. Ramona Garcia Camarillo
May 8, 2025
Ramona Garcia Camarillo, beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, in Winter Park, Florida, at the age of 68. Born on October 6, 1956, in Sinton, Texas, Ramona lived a life filled with love, warmth, and cherished connections.
Ramona was a devoted mother to her two children, the late Julius Escobedo and her loving...
Mrs. Nancye Louise Starkey
May 4, 2025
Nancye Louise Starkey, 78, of Apopka, Florida passed away on May 04, 2025. Mrs. Starkey was born on September 22, 1946 in Nicholasville, Kentucky to the late Paul and Louise Hisel. Mrs. Starkey was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and to those who loved her the most, she was “Nana”. She is survived by her daughter Kate (Robert) Rodriguez;...