Robert "Vern" Wathen
May 18, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Robert "Vern" Wathen, who departed this world peacefully on May 18, 2026, at NCH North Naples Hospital in Naples, Florida. Born on September 3, 1944, in the close-knit community of Newport, Maryland, Vern was a beacon of joy and kindness throughout his life.
Vern was...
Jacqueline A Carlson
May 18, 2026
Jacqueline A. Carlson, ”Jackie” 89, of Fort Myers FL, passed away on May 18th, 2026. She was born in Racine WI, being an only child to John (Jack) and Clara Guill.
She grew up in Racine where she met and married her husband Wallace and raised 3 daughters.
Jackie worked at her Alma mater, St. Catherines High School, for many years before...
Bonita J. Verette
May 18, 2026
Bonita "Bonnie" Verette passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026 at Cornerstone Hospice in The Villages, Florida, while surrounded by her family.
Bonnie found happiness in life’s simple moments. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished making lasting memories with her family and friends. Though she was a woman of few words, her quiet presence brought comfort and...
Rebecca Kay Berdahl
May 18, 2026
Rebecca Kay Berdahl, lovingly known to many as “Becky” and “Dozer,” passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, surrounded by love after a life devoted to caring for others, serving her community, and fiercely loving her family and friends.
Rebecca was a proud nurse whose greatest personal accomplishment was earning her RN, BSN through Valencia Community College’s nursing program while raising...
Thelma Ann Ablan
May 18, 2026
The family of Thelma Stevenson Ablan announces her passing with deep sadness and immense love.
Born on June 3, 1941, in Massapequa, NY. Thelma built a remarkable life defined by determination, independence, and devotion to those she loved. Thelma spent most of her years in Chicago, IL. with her beloved husband Gerald Ablan Sr. before retiring to Nokomis, Fl.
Thelma was a...
Eugene Russell Owens
May 17, 2026
Eugene Russell Owens, lovingly known as “Gene,” passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the age of 72. He was born on February 20, 1954.
Gene was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose honest and loving nature touched everyone who knew him. He cherished his family above all else and took great pride in the life they built...
Joann Marie Schreibel
May 17, 2026
Lady Lake, Florida….Joann M. Schreibel passed away on Sunday, May 17th with her loving family surrounding her with their love.
Joann was born on May 9th, 1951, so she had just celebrated her 75th birthday. She was the 3rd daughter born to Douglas and Marjorie Bachelder of Mongaup, NY and Belleview Florida. She was married to Thomas Schreibel for 58 years...
Patricia Ann Rupe
May 17, 2026
Patricia Ann Rupe of The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the Casa Bella Hospice House. She was born on November 22, 1941, in Jackson, Michigan, to Anne and Howard Bentz.
Pat’s early life was shaped by her family’s many moves across the country as her father, Howard, served as a respected leader and manager within the...
Tommie Lee Anderson
May 16, 2026
Tommie Lee Anderson, affectionately known as “Tall Tom,” of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, passed away on May 16, 2026, at the age of 82.
Born on September 9, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, Tommie was the son of Eexie Anderson and Tommie Lee Anderson Sr. As a teenager, he worked at his father's produce company at the Georgia State Farmers Market. He...
Bruce Monrad Meilinggaard Nielsen
May 16, 2026
Bruce Monrad Meilinggaard Nielsen, age 79, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Hospice House in Port Charlotte, Fla.
Bruce is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ellen Nielsen (nee Klinc), his sons William “Bill” Nielsen (Amanda) and Robert “Bo” Nielsen (Julia), his former daughter-in-law Katie Millard and his grandchildren Emili, Jackson, Maddox, Lyric and Leo Nielsen and Avery Hawkins.
Bruce was...