Ronald Schultz

Feb 1, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Ronald Lawrence (Zakrzewski) Schultz, 83, of The Villages, FL, shares that he peacefully passed away on February 1, 2025.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Helen (Nye), children: Eric (Nancy), Beth (Drew), and Susan; grandchildren: Andrew, Tyler, Max, Isaac, Jamie, Jesse, and Ari; sisters, Mary...

James "Jim" Aubry

Feb 1, 2025

Jim Aubry, 80, of Fort Myers, Florida, formerly of Illinois, passed away surrounded by family on February 1st, 2025, in Fort Myers, Florida.

Funeral Services will be held on February 28th at St. John XXIII Catholic Church, 13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912. Visitation at 9:30am, funeral mass at 10:00am.

Jim was born in...

Matilda Deen Burroughs Palm

Feb 1, 2025

Matilda Deen Burroughs Palm

November 21, 1934 – February 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Matilda "Deen" Burroughs Palm on February 1, 2025, at the age of 90. She passed peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on November 21, 1934, in Umatilla, Florida, Deen...

Timothy Paul Anderson

Feb 1, 2025

Tim Anderson, 46, of The Villages, Fl passed away at home on February 1st after a courageous 3 1/2 year battle with pancreatic cancer. He moved to The Villages from Wilkes Barre, PA to enjoy the final years of his life and to live close to his father and stepmother.  He loved golf, at which he excelled, and he will...

Christie Sorkin

Feb 1, 2025

Christie Sorkin (affectionately known as Chris) was born in Boston and grew up in Centerville, MA on Cape Cod. She retired in Groveland, Florida in 2005 and moved to Clermont, Florida in 2012. With the support of her loving husband, Eric, she bravely battled Alzheimer's for almost a decade.

She was cherished by many, especially by her...

Robert Carnell Lee

Jan 31, 2025

Dr. Robert Carnell Lee (Bob), 81, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, in The Villages, Florida, where he had retired with Jeanne, his loving wife of 28 years. Bob was blessed to have been surrounded by his family in his final days.

Born on April 13, 1943, in Paris, Tennessee, to Nancy and Carnell Lee, Bob was the...

Elvin Temple Smith Jr.

Jan 31, 2025

ELVIN TEMPLE (E.T.) SMITH, JR, of New Smryna Beach, FL, passed away January 31 st at home with the care of Hospice and wonderful caregivers.  He was born in Watertown, NY, on October 29, 1943.   He grew up in Danville, VA, until 5 th grade, when he moved to Halifax, VA.  E.T. attended Halifax County High School, Clemson University,...

Lolita Fuertes

Jan 31, 2025

Delores "Lolita" Fuertes Sanes (92), originally from Culebra, Puerto Rico, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 31, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Lolita was born on August 25, 1932, in Culebra, Puerto Rico, to José and María Fuertes. She dedicated much of her life to family, faith, and friendship, always ensuring those around her felt loved...

Bernadette "Bernie" Ford

Jan 31, 2025

Bernadette "Bernie" Ford, age 74, of Leesburg, FL, and originally from Corunna, MI, peacefully passed away at her home on Friday, January 31, 2025. Born in Flint, MI, on July 4, 1950, she was a proud member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

Bernie's greatest joys were rooted in her family. She was married...

Brian Blake

Jan 31, 2025

Born November 9, 1951 in Dearborn, MI the son of the late Edsel J. and Betty J. Blake.  Brian graduated from Dearborn High, MI and went on to earn his Bachelors of Art in 1973 from Western Michigan University.  From there, he worked for the Federal Government Treasury Dept. for 32 years.  Brian was an avid sportsman and enjoyed...