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John R. Began 89, of The Villages, Florida, passed away on March 2nd after a short illness. John was born in Gastonia, NC on March 3, 1935 to Edward and Jackie Began. He attended Catholic High School in Virginia Beach and was a graduate of the University of Dayton, Ohio. He was employed by the Diamond Department Store and owner of Began-Fulwider Shoes in Charleston, West Virginia. He was an avid runner who competed in the New York Marathon and Charleston, WV Distance Run, in which one year he won in his age division. He was a loyal WVU football and basketball fan who enjoyed watching their games. Also, in his later years, he enjoyed baking, traveling and daily swims with his fellow...

Mildred Ann Hill Nelson, 69, of Ocala, FL, passed away on July 03, 2023. She was born in Cynthiana, KY on September 14, 1953, and was one of eight children to Leonard Martin Hill and Virginia Mae Beckett Hill, Kelat, KY. Mildred, a most generous sister, mother, and grandmother, is survived by her sons, Christopher L. Hill and William Curtis Nelson; four grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters. Upon moving to Ocala, FL with her parents and siblings in 1968 Mildred worked as a waitress, and went on to be a team member of National Industries as well as Dayco Products/Mark IV Automotive as a lineperson for nearly 30 years. A member of the former Ocala Church of God and now Living Waters...

Marilyn Cuzzell Rasor, 70, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on June 12, 2023, at West Marion Hospital in Ocala. Marilyn was born in Charleston, SC, to Charles Louis Cuzzell, Jr. and Elizabeth Behrens Cuzzell on February 2, 1953. She graduated from Saint Andrews High School in 1971. She then attended The College of Charleston. She worked for Southern Bell and BellSouth for 30 years. She was a Marketing Manager in Atlanta at the time of her retirement. Marilyn always enjoyed giving her time to charitable organizations inside and outside the company. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. She always had a smile on her face and expressed happiness no matter the situation. She loved...

Steward Elliot Uhler, 81, of The Villages, FL, passed away after a short illness on May 28, 2023. Stew was born in Reading, PA, to Eugene and Helen Uhler on August 17, 1941, and grew up outside the town of Birdsboro. He graduated from Exeter Township High School in 1959, and then went on to earn a degree in economics from Albright College. Upon graduation in 1963, Stew was commissioned an officer in the United States Naval Reserve. During his active duty he toured the Western Pacific; was next stationed in San Diego, CA, serving as a boat group commander on the U.S.S. Henrico; then concluded his naval career in Philadelphia as an agent with the Office of Naval Intelligence. Stew joined...

James "Jim" M. Miller, 72, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on March 30, 2023, in Ocala. He is survived by his wife, Donna, of Ocala, his son, Mike (Geri) of Omaha, Nebraska, daughter, Mandy of Ocala, and three grandsons, Dylan, Dylan, and Christopher of Omaha. Jim had very strong bonds with his cousins and family members in Connecticut. Jim served in the United States Air Force from 1970 to 1990, and was stationed in Texas, Japan, Alaska, and Nebraska. He met several of his lifelong friends in the Air Force and was known to share stories of his adventures from those years. After retiring from the Air Force, Jim went to work for First Data Resources in Omaha, working in the Systems area and...

Theresa E. (Korbas) Taylor, 78, of Lucas, Ohio and Belleview, Florida, passed away on March 1, 2023, at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. She battled 20 years of cancer. She was born August 24, 1944, in Shelby, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her late husband William (Red) Taylor, her late father, John and mother, Stefina (Wargo) Korbas and siblings, Johnny Korbas, Tommy Korbas, Margie Pratt, Janie Coon, and her granddaughter, Courtney Bear. She is survived by her four loving children, Cindy Wamsley of Fredericktown, Ohio, Cheryl Taylor of Lucas, Ohio, William (Kathy) Taylor of Mansfield, Ohio, and Cathy Taylor (Jeff Dever) of Belleview, Florida, her four grandchildren, Willie Wamsley, Travis...

Rosemary Lucy DiGiovanni Reiss of The Villages, Florida, was called to eternal life on November 19, 2022. Rosemary was born November 12, 1932 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to Fransesco and Mary DiGiovanni. She graduated from Liberty High School in Bethlehem, attended Bethlehem Business College and began her working career at Bethlehem Steel Corporation. She also worked at Lehigh University in Bethlehem. While in The Villages, she began her stay as a Village Cheerleader and a member of many Red Hat Groups. Rosemary loved music and was a member of the Beethoven Mannechoir and her church choir at St Theresa Catholic Church in Pennsylvania. She also performed at Musikfest in PA, at Hunter Mountain...

Carol Lois Voell passed away peacefully at her home in Florida with her beloved husband Les at her side on March 18, 2022. Born in Duluth, Minnesota, Carol was an only child to Lois and Marshall Peterson. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Lester (Les) Robert Voell, their daughters and families, Kathleen (Kate) Lois Voell-Moran and husband James Moran, Karen Leslie Pratt and husband Christopher Pratt, son David Lester Voell and wife Janine Voell, grandchildren, Karolyn (Karly) and husband Alex Swaim, Marcus and wife Christina Pratt, Kirsten and husband Nikita Shoshensky, Cameron and wife Daria Voell and the youngest, Mariska Voell. Families who she stayed in close contact,...

Sharon A. Ebert, 71 of Ocala, FL, went home to her Lord on Sunday, January 23rd, 2022 with her loving family at her side. Sharon was born on November 24, 1950 in West Bend, WI to Edward W. Schneider and Arlene C. (nee Uelmen) Schneider. She was a graduate of Kewaskum High School. On September 16, 1972 she married Marvin C. Ebert at St. Michael's Catholic Church in St. Michael's, WI. Throughout her lifetime Sharon lived In Wisconsin, Louisiana, and Florida. She enjoyed attending baseball and football events, going on family cruises, watching gameshows, and spending time with her family. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandson. She truly was and will remain the heart and...

Andrew (Andy) John Rose Jr., age 83, of Ocala, Florida, left this Earth to be in Heaven on January 21st, 2022 in Ocala, Florida. Andy or Jack as his childhood friends and family called him was born on March 17, 1938 in Akron, Ohio, son of Andrew and Mary Rose (Williamson). He graduated from Hialeah High School in 1957 while working at the Hialeah Veterinary Clinic, Miami Herald, and taking shop where he learned his love of woodworking. Many happy days were spent fishing, working on cars, and helping his father in his orchid greenhouse. He left Hialeah in 1957 to attend the University of Florida where he met his future wife Jeanie in a Dairy Science class. He served in the Army from...

Clark Raymond Andres 60 passed away on December 16, 2021. He was born June 8, 1961 to parents Eugene & Delores. Clark was raised in Buffalo, New York, however he has spent the last 30 years of his life down in Florida. He was a lover of animals and liked to spend his time with his nephews and nieces. His love was stock car racing and would talk about it any chance he got. Although he was a quiet man, his greatest love was his family and he saw himself as the protector of them all. Clark is survived by Jeffrey E. Andres & his Wife Connie T Andres of Weston, Florida, Steven M. Andres and his wife Deborah Weisbeck of Clarence, New York, Kevin J. Andres of Houston, Texas, Sallyanne M....

Dr. Sonya "Sunny" Anne (Mugnani) Wilt, formerly of Greenville, PA and residing in The Villages, FL, passed away on October 30, 2021. She was born on March 7, 1937, in Charleroi, PA, to Carl and Emilie (Erickson) Mugnani. She graduated from West View High School in the North Hills of Pittsburgh in 1955. She earned her B.A. degree from Muskingum College in 1959, her M.A. degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1962, and was conferred a Ph.D. in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Pittsburgh in 1975. She was married to Senator Roy W. Wilt, Sr. on August 6, 1960. She is survived by her husband, her two sons Roy Wilt, Jr. and Rod Wilt (Jill); her three grandsons, Tanner...

Horst Kelbert was born in Neuhof, Germany on December 15, 1933. He immigrated to the United States in 1954 at the age of 20. He served in the US Army from 1956-1958. After he left the military, he worked many years at Neenah Foundry in Neenah, Wisconsin. Later he owned and operated Twin City Beverage for 12 years. Horst Loved to play soccer and bowl and was awarded many trophies in his sports. He was also skilled at building homes for families and friends. He loved growing vegetables in his greenhouse and raising animals such as turkeys, chickens, and sheep. His motto was "We were born to help others" and that was what he did any time of day or night without expecting anything in...

Sadhna (Sandy) Bhatia was born on April 1st, 1940 in India. She was one of 8 children and married her husband Krishin at the age of 20. She traveled with him to Afghanistan for 5 years when he worked for the US embassy and then immigrated to the United States with her two children at the age of 29. She had a career as a nurse's aide, she was an active mother raising her two children and supporting her husband's career as a hospital Administrator for 32 years. Sadhna lived with her family in NYC and upon Krishin's retirement moved to NJ to be closer to her children and grandchildren. After 8 years in NJ, they got tired of the snow and moved to The Villages. At The Villages she enjoyed the...

LOUIS J. SALERNO Louis John Salerno, age 95, of the Villages, FL, formerly of Elkton, MD, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 8, 2021. Lou was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 2, 1926 where he lived until enlisting in the army at the age of 17. He served in the Belgian Campaign, the Battle of the Bulge, and the Rhineland and Central Europe Campaigns, and was the recipient of 3 Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart, and the European Victory Medal. His first wife, Madeline Lane, passed away in 1991. In 2004, he married Virginia Barnes and lived in Elkton, MD. After her passing, he moved to Florida in 2017 with his stepchildren and resided in the Villages to enjoy the warmth and...

Valerie June Keen, age 74, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Oregon, Ohio, joined her heavenly family on Thursday, February 25, 2021 after a fierce battle with COVID. She was a graduate of Central Catholic High school in 1964. Valerie spent her working years at Ohio Bell as a Supervisor and as a Project Controls Specialist at Dunbar Mechanical and Gem Industrials. After her retirement she enjoyed entertaining and spending time with her family and friends. She was courageous as she used this time to try all the things she never had time for. Valerie was a compassionate spirit whose passions were caring for her family or those in need whom she encountered on her path in life. She...

Elwyn L. "El" Black, 86, of Ocala, FL, passed away February 25, 2021. He was born on December 22, 1934 in Saxton, PA to Louraine and Pauline (Rhodes) Black. El was a service engineer for ITW for 28 years. He enjoyed playing golf and traveling. El and Donna traveled extensively in North America, visiting every U.S. state and most of Canada as well as numerous trips to Europe and cruises all over the world. He loved jelly beans and had a keen sense of humor. When his sons were younger, El was highly involved in Little League with his boys. He was a coach and team manager of their team and helped form the Lou Gehrig League in Levittown, PA. El was also heavily involved with American Legion...

Robert Staub, 84 years old, passed away peacefully February 21st, 2021 at Ocala Regency hospital surrounded by his family. Robert was born March 5th ,1936 son of Joseph Staub Jr. and Marcella Wedig Staub in Monroe Wisconsin. He was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic church in Dickeyville. After high school graduation in Lena, Illinois, Robert enlisted in the U.S. Airforce, June 1954. He was a Korean War veteran. Jan 7th ,1956 he married Marilyn Prasse in St Joseph Catholic church, Lena. Il. Surviving are his wife of 65 years Marilyn, daughters Teresa (Larry deceased) Roling and Ann Staub; sons Tim (AnnMarie) Staub, Joseph (Jenny) Staub and son-in-law Allan (Tina) Burr, also 13...

Dolores (Scognamillo) Caruso, 84, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on December 24, 2020. A service of remembrance will be held prior to interment in Connecticut for family and friends. Due to current pandemic restrictions, the date and time of the service have not yet been determined. Once decided, the service information will be posted on the online obituary page. For further information, please contact Darlene at 352-342-0036. Please visit Dolores' full obituary listing and share a special memory at www.Robertsfunerals.com

Richard Alan Carle, age 67 entered eternal rest on December 6th, in his home of Ocala, Florida. Born in San Rafael, California on January 11th, 1953 to the late Marie (Gaunce) Carle and Robert Alan Carle. Richard is survived by his beloved partner Lucyna Kwiatkowska, his three children Jacqueline Leigh L'Heureux and her spouse Noah L'Heureux, Muriel Kathryn Carle, John David Carle, and four grandchildren Vera Lane Carle-Ericson, Anya May Carle-Ericson, Ava Sophia L'Heureux, and Ezra Hunter L'Heureux. Richard was a self-motivated scholar with an unwavering desire for knowledge. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Biochemistry at Elmira College, a Master's degree in Counseling...

Richard Alan Carle, age 67 entered eternal rest on December 6th, in his home of Ocala, Florida. Born in San Rafael, California on January 11th, 1953 to the late Marie (Gaunce) Carle and Robert Alan Carle. Richard is survived by his beloved partner Lucyna Kwiatkowska, his three children Jacqueline Leigh L'Heureux and her spouse Noah L'Heureux, Muriel Kathryn Carle, John David Carle, and four grandchildren Vera Lane Carle-Ericson, Anya May Carle-Ericson, Ava Sophia L'Heureux, and Ezra Hunter L'Heureux. Richard was a self-motivated scholar with an unwavering desire for knowledge. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Biochemistry at Elmira College, a Master's degree in Counseling...