Obituaries

Dr. Bill J. Cox

Feb 17, 2023

Billy Joe Cox, 73, of Tavares, Florida passed away on February 17, 2023. Mr. Cox was born on May 16, 1949 in Joplin, Missouri. Mr. Cox is survived by his loving wife Barbara Cox; children Troy M. (Michelle) Cox, Lori C. (Ernesto) Cuevas; Laci R. (Ronald) DaSilva; and Christopher “Toby” (April) Cox; as well as 9 grandchildren and 1...

Mr. Frank L. Anderson Jr.

Feb 14, 2023

Frank L Anderson Jr. died on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Frank was born in Gastonia, North Carolina on November 4, 1945, son of the late Frank L Anderson and Mary Aileen Anderson. Frank was a 32 degree Mason, Bahai Shriner, President of Anderson Can Line and Fabrication Equipment, Inc. for 53 years, Owner and Operator of the Florida Force...

Mrs. Nilda G. Feliciano

Feb 13, 2023

Nilda G. Feliciano, 87, of Clermont, Florida passed away on February 13, 2023. Mrs. Feliciano was born on August 20, 1935 in Lares, Puerto Rico. Mrs. Feliciano is preceded in death by her loving husband Angel Feliciano; as well as her son Roberto Burgos. She is survived by her daughter Emily (Ray) Freire; daughter-in-law Linda Burgos; grandchildren Chris Freire...

Mr. Rick Anthony Bailey

Feb 8, 2023

Rick Anthony Bailey, 71, of Apopka, Florida passed away on February 08, 2023.  Mr. Bailey was born on March 17, 1951 to the late E.H. and Elaine Bailey in Natural Bridge, Virginia. Mr. Bailey is preceded in death by his siblings Wanda Bell, Betty Suggs and Trip Bailey. He is survived by his loving wife Karen Bailey; children Staci...

Mrs. Maryann St. John

Feb 7, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maryann St. John of Orlando, Florida. Maryann passed peacefully on February 07, 2023 in the care of Hospice. She is survived by her two sons Robert J. Sierra and Ronald J. Sierra; 4 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and her husband Charles. Services will be held for Maryann at...

Mrs. Patricia Barnes Thomas

Feb 7, 2023

Patricia Barnes Thomas joined her heavenly Father on February 7, 2023 at the age of 83 years old.  She was born on July 30, 1939 in Pine Castle, Florida and spent most of her life between Titusville, Orlando and Cocoa.  Pat was blessed to be raised by two Godly parents.  Her father Francis Barnes (Pop Pop) was a plant...

Mrs. Juana Nelson

Feb 6, 2023

Juana Nelson

Pass away February 6, 2023

Born November 8,1937In Arecibo Puerto Rico

Lived in Orlando Florida

Survive by her 6 children Ileana, William, Adela, Janet, Elizabeth and Maelis.14 grandkids and many great grandkids. She was loved by many

Mr. Jearold Clay Eakins

Jan 29, 2023

Jearold Clay Eakins, 75, died January 29 th surrounded by family at his home in Apopka, FL after a year-long battle with cancer. Jerry was born on February 7, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky to Marion and Susan Eakins. He served in the United States Air Force as a radar repairman from 1961-1965.  He then received a Bachelor of Science...

Mr. Robert Clayton Allen

Jan 24, 2023

Robert Clayton Allen, 76, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 24, 2023.  Mr. Allen was born on June 05, 1946 to the late Stephen and June Allen in Oakridge, Tennessee. He is survived by his loving wife Pam Allen; children Barbara (Willie) Richardson of North Carolina, Tony Allen, Lisa Allen and Shawn Allen; sibilings David Allen, Ricky Allen...

Mr. John E. Good

Jan 23, 2023

John E. Good, 67, of Orlando, Florida passed away on January 23, 2023.  Mr. Good was born on February 21, 1955 in Wooster, Ohio to the late Edgar and Velma Good. Mr. Good is survived by his loving spouse Joan Good; children Jessica Good, Jeremy (Shannon) Good and Julie (Phil Calcagno) Good; sister Sue Renner; grandchildren Shyann (Daymond), Eli,...

Mr. Antonio Marquez Cruz

Jan 23, 2023

Antonio Marquez Cruz, 70, of Orlando, Florida passed away on January 23, 2023.  Mr. Marquez Cruz was born on February 08, 1952 in Humacao, Puerto Rico. Mr. Marquez Crus is preceded in death by his brother Jose Francisco Marquez. He is survived by his daughter Alejandra Marquez; siblings Rogelio (Aurea) Marquez and Marisol Marquez; as well as one grandchild....

Mrs. Janet Lori Clinton

Jan 21, 2023

Janet Lori Clinton, 65, of Altamonte Springs, Florida passed away on January 21, 2023.  Mrs. Clinton was born on January 11, 1958 in New York, New York. Mrs. Clinton is survived by her loving husband Howard Clinton; children Michael Clinton and Steven Clinton; as well as her grandchildren Britney Clinton and Branden Clinton. She will be missed by her...

Ms. Heather James Byars

Jan 21, 2023

Heather James Byars, 46, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 21, 2023.  Ms. Byars was born on September 07, 1976 in Sanford, Florida.  She was preceded in death by her parents Craig and Hope Crandell.  Ms. Byars is survived by her children Kyle Byars and Austin Byars; father of her children Kevin Byars; sister Christina (Chris) Guerra; partner...

Mrs. Helen Talley Conway

Jan 18, 2023

Helen Talley Conway was born on May 31, 1931 in Highlands, North Carolina to Walter and Mae Talley.  She was the oldest sister of 7 children and had 3 brothers and 3 sisters.

Being the eldest daughter, she cared for all the family and her mom and dad.  She was very smart and loved learning and excelled...

Mrs. Donna Kay Hiers Speers

Jan 17, 2023

Donna Speers, 61, of Apopka, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday morning, January 17, 2023.

A woman of unwavering faith, Donna trusted in Jesus Christ alone as her Savior as a child at Powers Drive Baptist Church. Donna was quick-witted, generous, artistic, and courageous; she had a loving and generous...

Mr. Andrew Halecky Jr.

Jan 17, 2023

Andrew Halecky Jr., 93, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 17, 2023.  Mr. Halecky was born on December 05, 1929 in Yonkers, New York. Mr. Halecky is preceded in death by his loving wife Helen Halecky. He is survived by his children Deborah (Timothy) Lotz, Laura (James) Boyd, Robert Halecky and Richard Halecky; grandchildren Brandon (Jaclyn) Lotz, Kristen...

Ms. Maria Luisa Gonzalez Lopez

Jan 16, 2023

Maria Luisa Gonzalez Lopez, 53, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 16, 2023.  Ms. Gonzalez Lopez was born on January 08, 1970 in Mexico City, Mexico. Ms. Gonzalez Lopez is survived by her son Horacio (Paty) Gonzalez Lopez; siblings Yolanda, Cristina, Lucio, Esteban, Marielena and Hortencia; grandchildren Yaretzi and Ivan; as well as many extended family members. She...

Mr. Arthur Cortez Kirkland

Jan 15, 2023

Arthur Cortez Kirkland, 92, of Apopka, Florida died January 15th, 2023.

Born in Laurel Hill, Florida. “Ted” Kirkland, son of Arthur V. and Bulah Kirkland passed away at his home on Apopka, Florida after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

He was preceded in death by his wife Marth Kirkland and daughter Deborah Watson, and is...

Mr. Vincente J. Reyes

Jan 11, 2023

Vincente J. Reyes, 86, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 11, 2023. He was born on October 15, 1936 to the late Melchor and Victoria Reyes in Saltillo, Mexico. He is preceded in death by his wife Alda Faye Reyes. Mr. Reyes is survived by his children Terry (Scott) Christie and Vincente (Laura) Reyes Jr.; 9 grandchildren, as...

Mr. Edward T. Mcmanus

Jan 11, 2023

Edward T McManus Sr. passed away peacefully at his home on January 11, 2023. He is survived by his children Edward T McManus Jr., Elizabeth Mitchell, Christopher McManus, Matthew McManus, his sister Jane Clarke and his loving companion Mary Mitchell. He is also survived by his multiple grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The celebration of life service for...