Dorothy Ann Whitner Backes
Aug 20, 2026
Dorothy Ann Whitner Backes passed away quietly in her sleep at Lexington Place in New Smyrna Beach on Thursday August 20. She was 96 years old. She is preceded in death by her husband Frank Backes, her sister Jane Randolph Grange and her brother-in-law Roger Grange.
Dot was born on Feb. 6, 1930, in Sanford Florida, daughter of Dorothy Lee Rumph...
Dennis Song Yun
Aug 20, 2026
Dennis Song Yun, age 77, of The Villages, FL, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, in Ocala, FL, after being hospitalized for a brief illness.
Born in Taipei, Taiwan, to Jen and Marina (Chiang) Yun on April 8, 1949, he resided with his family in Taipei until April of 1963 when he along with his mother and two brothers sailed...
Dorothy Jane "Dot" Irish
Aug 20, 2026
Dorothy Jane "Dot" Irish October 12, 1937 – August 20, 2026
Dorothy Jane Irish, affectionately known as Dot, passed away peacefully at the age of 88, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on October 12, 1937, to Glenn and Edith Snyder, Dot was the youngest in her family and lovingly referred to as "Baby...
Thomas Abendroth
Aug 20, 2026
Thomas Wayne Abendroth, beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away on August 20, 2026, at the age of 70.
Thomas was born in Michigan on October 2, 1955. He was a devoted father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Thomas proudly served his country in the United...
Nancy Irene Calhoun
Aug 20, 2026
Nancy Irene Calhoun, 77, of The Villages Florida, passed away on 8/20/2026. Nancy was born on 2/14/49 in Worcester MA to Donald B. Logan and Marguerite Morrison Logan. Throughout her life, she was known for love of golf and socializing with her friends in the Villages, and her beloved husband Skip, who she shared 58 years of marriage. She also...
Kelly Hudson
Aug 20, 2026
Kelly (Ferguson) Hudson, age 61, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends.
Kelly was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose kindness, warmth, and unwavering love touched countless lives. Known for her generous spirit and welcoming nature, she had a remarkable gift for bringing people together and making everyone feel...
Donald "Don" Ray Palmer
Aug 19, 2026
Donald “Don” Ray Palmer, 78, passed away on August 19, 2026, in Lady Lake, Florida. He was born on January 11, 1948, in Sunnyside, Washington, to Carl Palmer and Betty Powell.
Don was the firstborn in his family and grew up alongside his siblings Dennis, Janet, Judy and Jaclyn. His father was an iron worker, and because of his work, the...
Guerry M. Thode
Aug 19, 2026
Guerry M. "Toady" Thode, 82, passed away on August 19, 2026, in Safety Harbor, Florida. He was a beloved and devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Born on May 24, 1944, in Walhalla, South Carolina, Guerry built a life marked by education, professional accomplishment, faith, and a steady commitment to helping others. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering...
Gregory Talley
Aug 19, 2026
Gregory Marvin Talley, age 57, of Orlando, Florida, formerly of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on August 19, 2026.
Born in Huntsville, Greg had a deep affection for his beloved dogs, enjoyed working on automobiles and watching football, and loved cooking a good steak dinner. Above all, he cherished his role as a father. Fatherhood was among his greatest accomplishments and one...
Diana Huey Fugh
Aug 19, 2026
Diana Huey Owens Fugh of Summerfield, FL, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at the age of 77. Born in 1948, she was the beloved daughter of the late Arthur Huey and Helen Greer.
Diana grew up in Cape Girardeau, MO but spent most of her life in Pittsburgh, PA devoting herself to her family. She spent many years successfully...