Obituaries
Obituaries in Apopka, FL
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...
Mrs. Geraldine Clark Woodard
Aug 27, 2025
Geraldine Clark Woodard was born in Georgia Feburary 25th 1935 and went homes to be with the Lord August 27th 2025.
Geraldine, spent most of her life in Apopka and was proud of her town. She held many jobs in the area but notably were the time she spent helping her mom serve the citizens of Apopka who needed shelter in...
Meade Scott Jenkins
Aug 26, 2025
Meade Scott Jenkins, 6/18/1948 – 8/26/25. Born in Norfolk, VA, passed away in Tavares, FL.
Scott is survived by his wife, Brenda Jenkins; sons Ronald Scott Jenkins and Richard Halce Jenkins (Alisha); sister Laurie Holmes (Mark); nephews Colin and John Adam Holmes; niece Megan Glass (Michael); grand niece Avery Glass; and several cousins.
He is predeceased by father Henry Halce Jenkins and...
Mrs. Marilyn Faye Short
Aug 25, 2025
Marilyn Faye (Ferrell) Short entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 25, 2025 at 12:05PM. She was holding the hand of her loving husband of 75 years, Edwin Short, and surrounded by her family as she passed through the valley of the shadow of death and moved gracefully into her new home in Heaven with...
Mrs. Virginia Donna Kimmer
Aug 25, 2025
Virginia Donna Kimmer, 90, of Apopka, Florida passed away on August 25, 2025. Mrs. Kimmer was born on October 09, 1934 to W.O. and Cynthia Boatright. Mrs. Kimmer is survived by her children Steve Kimmer Jr., Bonnie Peloquin and Danny Rigdon. She will be dearly missed by her many loved ones and friends
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