Obituaries
Obituaries in Apopka, FL
Mr. Richard "Cowboy" Wayne Siemer
Oct 9, 2025
Richard Wayne Siemer “Cowboy”, 83 of Eustis, Florida departed on October 9, 2025. Mr. Siemer was born on June 21, 1942 in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Siemer served our country as a Marine and then became a Crane Operator. Richard enjoyed college football, a good Bluegrass band, cruising on his golf cart, and his family. Mr. Siemer is survived by his...
Gracie Juanita Gillis
Oct 6, 2025
Gracie Juanita Gillis (Evans), age 88, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Born on September 25, 1937 in Apopka, Florida, Gracie lived a long and meaningful life rooted in faith, family, and love. Throughout her life, Gracie Juanita was known for being a devoted Christian whose faith guided every aspect of her journey. Her unwavering...
John Knight Bentley
Oct 3, 2025
Our beloved father, John Knight Bentley, passed away at 96 years of age on Oct. 3, 2025. John was born on Dec. 27, 1928 in Michigan. He left our world peacefully at his home in Apopka surrounded by loved ones.
John and his wife, Nancy, moved their family of 7 from Michigan to Florida in 1961. They lived for many years...
Henry Escobedo, Sr.
Oct 3, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved, Henry Escobedo of Apopka, Florida, who departed this life on October 3, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on February 21, 1951, in Lubbock, Texas, Henry led a life devoted to his family and his work in the concrete industry, achieving the role of Batch Plant...
Charles Anthony Benedetto
Sep 30, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Anthony Benedetto, born on April 29, 1963, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Charles, a devoted husband and father, left this world peacefully on September 30, 2025, in Altamonte Springs, Florida, at the age of 62.
Throughout his life, Charles brought joy and warmth to those around him. He was a dedicated...
Carl Douglas Wendt
Sep 29, 2025
Carl Douglas “Doug” Wendt, 77, of Longwood, Florida, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of September 29, 2025.
Born on September 22, 1948, in Long Beach, California, Doug was the beloved son of Carl S. and Bonnie J. Wendt. He grew up in Southern California alongside his sister, Joella, in a loving home rooted in faith, regularly attending...
Robert George Colberg
Sep 28, 2025
Robert George Colberg, beloved husband, father, brother and poppy passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on November 25, 1946 in New Haven, Connecticut, Robert lived in Connecticut until he retired to Florida in 2011. He dedicated his life to his family and his craft as a skilled coffee technician at Cory Coffee and...
Rosa Ybarra Rivas
Sep 27, 2025
Rosa Ybarra Rivas 76 Of Apopka, FL passed away on Saturday September 27, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.
Rosa was born on August 23, 1949 in San Benito, Texas to Raul R. Ybarra and Rosa Obregon Ybarra. Rosa grew up in San Benito, Texas. Rosa attended Frank Robert’s Elementary School and later moved to Florida where she met her husband...
Mr. Ray Junior Nifong
Sep 25, 2025
Ray Junior Nifong, 99, of Apopka, FL passed away on September 25, 2025 at home surrounded by family. He was born in Thomasville, NC on May 10, 1926 to William Ray Nifong and Mary Mae Clodfelter Nifong. He is survived by his loving wife Carol Ann Nifong and his children Gilda Nifong and Anita Nifong Rash of Thomasville, NC, as...
Mrs. Ethel Mae Taylor
Sep 25, 2025
Ethel Mae Taylor Obituary
Ethel Mae Taylor, age 88, of Clermont, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on September 13, 1937 in Jacksonville, Florida, Ethel was the daughter of Robert and Thelma Parker. She grew up with a warm spirit, a quick wit, and a strong sense of family values that carried through her...
Eufemia Estela Martinez Mercado
Sep 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Estela “Grandmama” Mercado
Fuschia Pink Soul, Aqua Blue Spirit
Estela Mercado — lovingly known as Grandmama, Momma Dukes, and simply Estela to those lucky enough to know her — passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of strength, adventure, faith, and love that will be carried forward by all who had the blessing to be part of her...
Katie Violet Minns
Sep 20, 2025
Katie Violet Minns, our beloved and cherished sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully in her Florida home at the age of 98.
She was the Third born of 9 children in Manchester Jamaica. She relocated to Nassau Bahamas with her family where she started a nursing career. She then went to New York where she obtained her...
Luigino "Lou" Manco
Sep 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Luigino “Lou” Manco, who departed this life on Saturday, September 20th, 2025 at his home in Apopka, FL surrounded by the Love of his family. Born on March 13th, 1953 in the town of Nola in Naples, Italy, Lou was the loving husband of Patricia, devoted father of Louis,...
Jerry Francis Sullivan
Sep 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Francis Sullivan, a loving husband, proud father, and genuine friend who left us on September 19, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Orlando, Florida on May 27, 1950, to the late John and Feraldine Sullivan.
A standout football player at Colonial High School, Jerry wore his football...
Jane Lyn Sellards
Sep 18, 2025
Jane Lyn Sellards, 86 years of age of Apopka, Florida, passed away on September 18, 2025. Jane was born on August 11, 1939 in Mobile, Alabama to Curtis Lee Pierce and Merle Griffin Pierce. She attended University of Southern Mississippi and earned a BS in Business Administration. She worked for the Social Security Administration and retired from JC Penney's Credit...
Mr. Jerry Edward Gills
Sep 17, 2025
Jerry Edward Gills, 79, of Eustis, Florida passed away on September 17, 2025. Mr. Gills was born on July 03, 1946 in Anawalt, West Virginia. He will be dearly missed by his many loved ones and friends.
Mrs. Jackie Nina Gills
Sep 10, 2025
Jackie Nina Gills, 79, of Eustis, Florida passed away on September 10, 2025. Mrs. Gills was born on November 18, 1945 in Talladega, Alabama. She will be dearly missed by his many loved ones and friends.
Linda Fay Donahue
Sep 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Fay Donahue, beloved wife, mother, and friend, who left us on September 5, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 8, 1952, Linda dedicated her life to her family and home, serving as a devoted homemaker in Eustis, Florida.
Linda was married to her loving husband, Arvin...
John Charles Clark
Aug 28, 2025
John Charles Clark, age 66, went home to be with the Lord on August 28, 2025. He was raised in Apopka, Florida, and lived a life marked by service, laughter, and love.
John began his career in law enforcement in 1995, culminating in his retirement on April 30, 2024 as a lieutenant with the Tavares Police Department. He was known as...
Mr. Kenneth R. Friedl Jr.
Aug 28, 2025
Kenneth R. Friedl Jr., 55, of Altamonte Springs, Florida passed away on August 28, 2025. Mr. Friedl was born on May 07, 1970 to Kenneth and Midge Friedl. Mr. Friedl is survived by children Annie (Josh) Cunniff, Gracie Friedl and Kenneth Friedl III; sister Julie (Paul) Steiner; grandchildren Kennady Cunniff, Chip Cunniff and Teddy Cunniff; niece Peyton Steiner; as well...
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