Mar 24, 2026

Ronald Alan Brissette, 71, of Cape Coral, Florida, passed away on March 24, 2026, in the comfort of his home. Originally from Lowell, Massachusetts, Ron lived a life defined by strength, loyalty, and deep love for his family.

He was surrounded in his final moments by his devoted daughter, Carly, and his son-in-law, Charles “Bubba.” Ron was a proud grandfather to...

Mar 24, 2026

Gayle Ruth Brown, 78, of Venice, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Family services will be private.

Mar 23, 2026

Ralph Rinehart, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on March 23, 2026, at Cornerstone Hospice House in the loving presence of his daughter, Lynne Rhue. Born on September 19, 1944, in Niagara Falls, New York, Ralph lived a life marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering commitment to those he held dear. Ralph was the cherished...

Mar 23, 2026

William Richard (Bates) Jairett was born on February 20, 1936 in Rushville, Indiana, to Thelma and Edgar Bates. At a young age when Bill's mother remarried, he was adopted by his stepfather, Arthur D. Jairett. Bill passed into eternal life on March 23, 2026.

Bill graduated from Waynesboro High School with the class of 1954. After graduation, he attended Penn State...

James R. Council, Jr., 85, of Orangeburg, SC, went to be with the Lord surrounded by family on March 23, 2026. 

James was born in Orangeburg, SC, to James Roger Council, Sr. and Dorothy Long Council. From a young age, James was always getting into mischief with his friends in the neighborhood and the Edisto beach house. He was an alumnus...

Mar 23, 2026

Harolyn Lou (Mason) Beasley, 74, of Summerfield, FL, passed away March 23, 2026 at Cornerstone Hospice House, with husband, Ike, daughter, Cindy, and son-in-law, Dan, at her side.

Harolyn was born on March 21, 1952, in Waco, TX to Harold and Elvia Lou Mason. Harolyn graduated from Walker County High School in Jasper, AL and graduated, summa cum laude, from the...

Mar 23, 2026

Frederick James Bottcher passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026.

Born in the Bronx, New York, Fred carried that New York edge with him throughout his life. He lived on his own terms, with a strong personality and a presence you didn’t forget and usually couldn’t ignore. He loved fast cars, collected guns, and had a great appreciation for good food,...

Mar 23, 2026

Carlos Augusto Vargas Fuentes, 42, of Venice, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026. Family services will be private.

Mar 22, 2026

Claudia (Puya) Burgkart, 101, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Birmingham, AL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026. She was born January 13th, 1925 in Bristol, RI. She graduated Bristol High School - Colt Memorial Class of 1942. Claudia played saxophone and was a member of the marching band and orchestra.

She retired from The Cahaba Girl Scout Council...

Mar 22, 2026

Frank H. Hollands passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and quiet dedication to those closest to him. A devoted husband and father, Frank will be remembered as a great man whose presence brought comfort, guidance, and unwavering support to his family.

Frank took pride in his work as a carpenter, a craft that reflected his patience, skill, and...