Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

2023

Gayle Johnson was a beautiful amazing strong spirited woman with joy in her heart and laughter in her soul, she loved her Family and her friends.  Her favorite saying: “Was the Lord will provide!” and “You’re so thoughtful”

Favorite food: coconut shrimp, Ribs and Arby’s Reuben

Favorite drink: Shakes (Strawberry, and Orange) and Coffee

Dec 31, 2022

Ricky Dean Lorimor, 65, of Apopka, Florida passed away on December 31, 2022. He was born on July 21, 1957 to the late Stanley and Joanne Lorimor in Grand Junction, Colorado. He is survived by his loving wife Debra Lorimor, son Matt (Maria) Breshears; siblings Bernie Lorimor, Randy Crawford, Laurie Dinwiddy and Missie Smith; grandchildren Ethan and Austin. He...

Dec 30, 2022

Willie James Davis, age 80, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022, at Orlando Health Hospital in Florida. He was born September 10, 1942 to Fletcher Ellis Cummings and Ellaree Davis in Ridgeland, South Carolina. He was a graduate of Hungerford High School, the Class of 1960. He married Allyce Jean Williams on February 6, 1970, in Orlando, Florida....

Dec 30, 2022

Jacob Aaron Sumlin, 28, of Apopka, Florida passed away on December 30, 2022. Mr. Sumlin was born on October 25, 1994 in Winter Park, Florida. Mr. Sumlin is preceded in death by his mother Maureen Sumlin. Mr. Sumlin is survived by his children Jacob and Josephine Sumlin; father Allen Sumlin; grandparents Kathy and Marion Hopper and Joe Sumlin; sister...

Dec 29, 2022

Susan Ann Casteline, 74, of Apopka, Florida passed away on December 29, 2022. She was born on May 23, 1948 in Honesdale, Pennsylvania to the late Ernest and Lois Utegg. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert Casteline and brother Gary Utegg. She is survived by her siblings Richard (Belva) Utegg and Carl (Barbara) Utegg; nieces and...

Dec 29, 2022

Gertrude Emeline Burbank, 103, of Deland, Florida passed away on December 29, 2022.  Mrs. Burbank was born on January 14, 1919 in Eustis, Maine. Mrs. Burbank is preceded in death by her grandson Timmothy Burbank. She is survived by her son Fred Burbank; grandson Jeffrey Burbank; as well as her great grandchildren Jordan Burbank, Jacob Burbank, Jenson Burbank, Hunter...

Dec 28, 2022

Jeffery Wayne Rolling, age 41, loving father and husband, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in his home in Leesburg on December 28, 2022.  Jeff was born to Sibley & Patricia Rolling of Orlando, FL.  After graduating from high school, Jeff worked jobs in steel fabrication, as well as mobile phone sales.

He is survived...

Dec 26, 2022

Charles Dennis Durden, 61, of Apopka, Florida passed away on December 26, 2022.  Mr. Durden was born on September 22, 1961 in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Durden is survived by his loving mother Ann Snyder; brother Kevin Snyder; nephew Garrett Snyder; as well as his two nieces Brooke and Falon Snyder. He will be missed by his many loved ones...

Dec 26, 2022

Shane Chavis, 50, of Sorrento, Florida passed away on December 26, 2022. Mr. Chavis was born on February 2, 1972 in Deland, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife Tracy Chavis; children Hunter (Fatima) Chavis and Jordan Chavis; parents Joseph and Ethel Chavis; sister Sheena (Michael) Gardner; as well as his dog and best friend Cam. He will...

Dec 22, 2022

Mary Lou Starr, 88, of Deltona, Florida passes away on December 22, 2022. She was born on November 5, 1934 to the late Foster and Margaret Watts in Crescent City, Florida. She is preceded in death by her husband Raymond Lee Starr and son Kevin Lee Starr. She is survived by her son Michael (Toni) Starr; grandchildren Teah Lee...

Dec 20, 2022

Lowell E. Swanberg

1941 – 2022

Lowell E. Swanberg of Apopka passed away on December 20, 2022, at AdventHealth Apopka at the age of 81, with his family at his side.  He was born in 1941, in Benson, Minnesota, to Peter A. Swanberg and Margaret C. Swanberg.  Lowell had twelve brothers and sisters.  He graduated...