Cynthia Smith Sopher

Apr 12, 2026

Cynthia Smith Sopher, 83, of Venice, Florida, was welcomed home into the arms of her Savior in the early morning hours of April 12th, 2026, after a short yet courageous battle with cancer. 

Known to many as Cindy, or "Grandmama" to her grandchildren, she was a free spirit and a light in any room she entered. Cindy was never afraid of...

Katherine A Noon

Apr 12, 2026

Katherine Ann Piazzola-Noon, lovingly known as Kathy, will be remembered for her joyful spirit, kind heart, and the warmth she brought into every room. An optimistic and happy person, Kathy truly “carried a smile in her pocket,” always ready to share it with family, friends, and anyone lucky enough to cross her path.

Kathy dedicated 31 years of service as a...

Henry Joseph Lavender

Apr 12, 2026

Henry Joseph “Joe” Lavender, 73, passed away peacefully at home in Lady Lake, FL after an extended illness. Born March 9, 1953 in Sebring, FL he later moved to Wildwood, FL where he graduated from Wildwood High School in 1972. After graduation, Joe proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps and served for 2 years. After his military service, Joe...

John Richard Anderson Jr.

Apr 12, 2026

John “Dick” Richard Anderson Jr., of Lake Mary, Florida, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 88. His family was by his side at the end, and he is now at peace.

John was born in Youngstown, Ohio, and moved to Orlando as a young boy. He graduated from Boone High School and went on to attend...

Patricia M. Hoffmann

Apr 12, 2026

Patricia M. Hoffmann, 59, passed away on April 12, 2026 in Fort Myers, FL with her children by her side. Patricia was born in Fort Knox, KY on December 19th, 1966 and moved to Fort Myers at a young age where she remained a lifelong resident.

She is survived by her 3 loving children, Paul Robert McReynolds, Alexis Briana Hoffmann, and...

Cynthia Hope Smith Sopher

Apr 12, 2026

Cynthia Hope Smith Sopher, 83, of Venice, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Compete obituary to follow.

Salvador Cocco

Apr 11, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Salvador Cocco, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left this world on April 11, 2026, at the age of 61. Salvador was born on December 16, 1964, in the picturesque city of Vigo, Spain, and his life journey was a testament to the vibrancy and passion that defined...

William James Cunningham

Apr 11, 2026

William James Cunningham, Jr., 77, of Ocala, FL passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

He was born February 22, 1949 in Washington DC and  was the youngest of 5 children and the only son. He

is predeceased by his sisters Claire, Barbara and Carolyn, his parents William Cunningham Sr and Helen 

Cunningham.  William, known as Butch worked in the hydraulics industry most...

Myroslawa "Mary" Bojsiuk

Apr 11, 2026

Myroslawa "Mary" Bojsiuk, 90, of Venice, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Family services to be private.

Dorothy Louise Van de Vaarst

Apr 11, 2026

Dorothy L. Van de Vaarst

Dorothy L. Van de Vaarst (Dottie) at the age of 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at home in Port Charlotte, Florida surrounded by her family. Born on October 22, 1933 and raised in Plainfield, New Jersey by her parents, Leonard & Anna (Casey) McCracken, Dottie attended St. Mary’s grammar school & graduated...