Obituaries

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...

Mrs. Ana Dina Gallo

Jan 6, 2023

Ana Dina Gallo passed away in peace at home on Jan 6th, surrounded by immediate family and her husband of 61 years Victor Gallo. Together they forged a new life in 1980 after leaving their native country of El Salvador.

She raised 5 children with admirable values in family unity: Rafael (Alejandra), Ana Dina, Víctor (Saidy), Claudia...

Mrs. Sharyn Kay Herrmann

Jan 5, 2023

Sharyn Kay Herrmann, 73, of Mount Dora, Florida passed away on January 05, 2023.  Mrs. Herrmann was born on November 22, 1949 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Bill and Margaret Baker. Mrs. Herrmann is preceded in death by her brother Dan Baker. She is survived by her loving husband Mike Herrmann; children Corenna Kuhn, Tammy (Arthur) Gelinas, Mikey...

Mrs. Eileen Jane Krick

Jan 4, 2023

Eileen Jane Krick, 68, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 04, 2023.  Mrs. Krick was born on September 30, 1954 in Levittown, Pennsylvania to the late William Price and Barbara Jane McConnell. Mrs. Krick is preceded in death by her sister Barbara Jo Schafers. She is survived by her husband Lawrence T. Krick; children Michael J. Corcoran, Danielle...

Mr. Richard Joseph Ballard

2023

Richard Joseph Ballard (90) died peacefully at home in Apopka, Florida.  Richard was born in Providence, Rhode Island and lived there until he joined the Navy at the age of 17.  He served on the USS LCI (L) 402, from 1943 until Honorably Discharged in 1946 as a Signalman Second Class. With the aid of the GI Bill he...

Mrs. Irmgard Anna Katharina Conlan

2023

Irmgard Anna Katharina Conlan (Habi), 91, of Winter Park, Florida, was born December 26, 1924 and grew up in Germany. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Edward T. Conlan. She will never be forgotten for her ability to make a difference in the lives of others that knew her. Her rich history of a girl growing up...