Lynn Eric Patterson

Apr 26, 2026

Lynn Eric Patterson, 79, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, April 26, 2026 in The Villages, Florida. His final weeks were spent surrounded by the unwavering love of his closest family members and friends, who cherished every moment by his side.

Lynn passionately dedicated his 53-year career to the life insurance industry and was highly respected in his role...

John P Duffey, III

Apr 26, 2026

John P Duffey III (The Mayor), 67, was born on May 7th 1959 in Jacksonville, Florida and grew up in Plantation, Florida .On April 26, 2026 after a long battle with Leukemia, John went home to be with the Lord. He did not want to give in and kept hoping for another day at home. I kept pushing him to...

Janet Mae LoBianco

Apr 26, 2026

Janet Mae LoBianco (Van Brunt / Scott), of Summerfield, Florida, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the age of 90. She was surrounded by the love of her family throughout her life, which continued to the very end, with her oldest daughter, Judy, lovingly holding her hand as she passed.

Janet was born on February 10, 1936, in...

James Manchester

Apr 26, 2026

James “Jim” Manchester, 78, of Palm Harbor, FL passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, at Morton Plant Hospital, in Clearwater, FL with his wife and daughters by his side.

Born on January 2, 1948, in Mount Vernon, NY. Jim was the beloved son of Charles and Alberta “Bertie” Manchester, who preceded him in death.

Jim was a proud graduate of Youngstown...

Clarence Urban Shannon

Apr 26, 2026

Clarence (Clancy) Urban Shannon, 76, of Port Charlotte, Fl, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026, at HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital. He was born on December 17, 1949, at Memorial Hospital in Piqua, Ohio. He was the youngest son of the late Robert and Lucille (Queen) Shannon.

In addition to his parents, Clancy is preceded in death by his siblings; Paul Shannon,...

Thomas Wayne Lockman

Apr 26, 2026

Thomas Wayne “Wayne” Lockman, 76, of The Villages, Florida, passed away on April 26, 2026, at sunrise, after spending his final days surrounded by the love of his family.

Wayne was born on January 22, 1950, and built a life defined by hard work, dedication, and strong connections with those around him. He first enlisted in the United States Air Force...

Elizabeth E. Hinkel

Apr 26, 2026

Elizabeth Hinkel {nee Gstalter}100 years old, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026 in her Sarasota home.  Elizabeth was born January 24, 1926 in Crvenka, Yugoslavia, now Serbia.  She emigrated to the United States in 1950, and settled in Chicago, IL.  Her future husband, Peter, also from Crvenka, joined her in 1951, marrying that same year.

In Chicago, Elizabeth was a...

Mary Marshall

Apr 25, 2026

Mary Marshall, 77, of Summerfield, Florida, passed away on April 25, 2027. She was born on February 17, 1949, in Texas. Mary spent many years working in the hospitality industry and made her home in Oklahoma alongside her loving husband, John Marshall.

Mary is survived by her children: Rose Fletcher Cherry, Bobby Fletcher, and Robert Tomlin, as well as many cherished...

Neal Lawrence Chamberlain

Apr 24, 2026

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Neal Lawrence Chamberlain on April 24, 2026, in Fort Myers, Florida, surrounded by his sons. Neal was 84 years old and leaves a legacy of love, family, and fond memories that will always be cherished by those who knew him. 

Neal is survived by his devoted family: son Neal...

Ruth Marie Nora Hicks

Apr 24, 2026

LEESBURG, Fla. — Ruth Marie Nora Hicks of Leesburg passed into eternity on April 24 at the age of 87, following a brief illness. Her departure was peaceful with loved ones by her side, including her best friend and loyal companion, a dog named Oscar. Ruth, as she was known to many, retired from Barnette Landscaping at the age of...