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Michael Sullivan, 81, of Hutchinson Island passed away on June 11th with his loving family by his side. He was born in Malden, Massachusetts on March 30th, 1942 to the late Leo and Georgia Sullivan. Mike graduated from Malden High School in 1960. He married his high school sweetheart Marcia Coles They recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. He is survived by his children, Michael Sullivan of Jacksonville Florida; Laurie (William) O'Rourke of Hobe Sound, Florida and Lee (Christine) Sullivan of Reading Massachusetts, sister Barbara McHugh of Malden; brother Frank Sullivan of Pompano Beach, Florida. He is also survived by six grandchildren. Mike was owner and operator of A&A...

Beverly Jeanne Bigtree Bagi Murphy passed away April 25th. She was born in Syracuse, NY--the year the US entered into WWII. As an infant, Jeanne displayed a sensitivity to sad music and would cry. As soon as she walked, she danced. At 5, she was enrolled in ballet and tap. Because of her quick ability to learn, she was moved into private lessons. Marjorie, her teacher, had never heard a young girl wanting to learn steps so she could create her own routines. In 1948, when "Bojangles" Robinson came to Three Rivers Inn, she asked to go, and then pass word that she'd be in the audience with tap shoes. Later in life, Jeanne recounted the impact that dancing with Mr. Bojangles had made. That same...

Peggy Marie Stevens, 75, passed away on April 25 at her home in Vero Beach. Before moving to Vero Beach (2012), she resided in W.P.B. for 50 years. Peggy graduated from Palm Beach High School (1966) and was a nurse at St. Mary's Hospital for 45 years. She is predeceased by her parents and husband, Trent (2010). She is survived by her nieces Linda Tankersley, Cynthia (Glen) Murphy and Cathy Greiner; and great nieces Briana (Rick, son Austen) Sargent, Kendall Greiner and Kelly (Joey) Rucker. At Peggy's request, there will be no memorial service. Instead, she hopes you will raise a glass in her memory. An online guestbook is available at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com

Mary Jean Lane, 98, of Vero Beach, Florida passed from this life on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Anyone wishing to send the family a message or share a story is asked to visit Jean's memorial page at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com

Anthony R. Wysocki, 88, of Vero Beach Florida, died on Saturday March 18,2023. He was born to the late Anthony J. and Viola Wysocki on May 24,1934 and grew up in South Deerfield Massachusetts. He graduated from Deerfield Academy in 1953 and received a BA in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts in 1957. He married Genevieve Miffitt in 1961 and they lived in Chicopee MA. They later retired and moved to Vero Beach Florida in 1987. Tony was an avid golfer, enjoyed taking cruises and loved Polka music and dancing. Tony is survived by his wife Genevieve and children, Jonathan of Fairfax VA and David of Boston MA. A grave site service will be held at Crestlawn...

Charles E. "Ted" Herget, Jr. passed away on March 2, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born on May 29, 1939, to Kathleen Freeney Herget and Charles E. Herget Sr. Ted grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Loyola University in Baltimore. He completed courses in taxation, retirement planning, employee benefits, and investments at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Baltimore. He also attended The Endowment Institute at Harvard Business School and received an Honorary Doctorate in Philanthropy from Stevenson University. He was married to Sheila McDonough also, a Baltimore native and the love of his life. Together,...

John J. Connelly, 89 of Vero Beach died February 22, 2023 at Vero Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Connelly was born March 24, 1933 in Hartford, CT and lived in Vero Beach since 1998 coming from Weathersfield, CT. He was of the Catholic faith and a member of St. John of The Cross Catholic Church. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was a graduate of St. Augustine School class of 1947. He was a member of sheet metal workers local 40 in Hartford, CT and a sales engineer for DoAll Company of DesPlaines, IL. He will be missed by many friends and his loving companion, Vivian Shaw. Interment will be held at Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rock Hill, CT at a later...

On February 10, 2023, Henry Blaine Clower, Jr. departed the life he began 80 years ago (2-6-1943) as the only child of H. B. Clower, Sr. & Alice Meredith Clower in Oak Hill, WV. He was a graduate of WV Tech (now a part of WVU) where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. He was also a veteran of the Air Force National Guard. He and his wife Jane lived in Martinsburg, WV and Flint, MI before settling in Roanoke, VA, then Vero Beach, FL. Blaine was a remarkable man with many talents. He was a loving family man, carpenter, small business owner and dedicated friend to many. Blaine loved all sports but golf was his passion. Being a starter at Meadowood Golf and Tennis Club in Fort Pierce, FL...

With deep sorrow, the children of Lois Joan Popadak announce her passing on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 in Vero Beach, Florida. We are comforted in our grief by the belief that she is dancing in the streets of heaven with her beloved husband of 70 years, John M. Popadak Jr. Lois was born at home in Fowler, Ohio on September 1, 1931, the daughter of Leon and Ruth Taylor Lewis. She grew up on the farm and met her high school sweetheart at the age of 15. She graduated from Cortland High School in 1949 and married Johnny on December 23 rd of the same year. Lolo & Johnny began a life of love for family in Quantico, Virginia where John was stationed in the United States Marine Corp. She...

Margaret Saeger Callahan of Vero Beach, FL died at her home peacefully Wednesday, December 7, 2022. She was 90 years old. Marge was a top producing real estate broker in Virginia for over 30 years until she moved to Vero Beach in 2004. Marge was born to the late Cecil and Eva Sager in Cambridge Springs, PA. She graduated from Cambridge Springs, PA High School. Marge loved to ballroom dance and going on cruises. Though not a swimmer, she loved the water and boats. She was also an accomplished pianist. She was married to Charles Hardeson (deceased) of Alexandrian, VA. She was previously married to Col. Joseph J. Callahan of Meadville, PA. Throughout her life she lived in many places...

William (Bill) Papke, 85, of Vero Beach, FL, formerly of Meriden, CT, passed away August 16, 2022 with his loving wife, Sandy, daughter Christine Papke, grandson Justin William Nunes (Corrine) and granddaughter Anne Nunes by his side. Bill also leaves behind 5 great grandchildren, brothers John and Richard Papke and sister Helen Marsh, several nieces and nephews, and so many wonderful friends. He is preceded by his parents Edna and Alfred Papke and sister Dorothy Banky. Golf, carpentry and guitar playing were some of his favorite things. We will all miss him. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM September 9, 2022 at Cox Gifford Seawinds, 1950 20th Street, Vero Beach, FL. If...

Margaret Ellen Gilman of Vero Beach, passed on Holy Thursday, April 1st, in her home of natural causes. She was born Margaret McGregor in Newburyport, MA on Holy Thursday 4/13/33. She was predeceased by her husband Alcide Gilman, and her daughter, Cheryl Gilman Neuberger. Margaret is survived by her daughter Karen Hope and her son Michael Gilman, both of Vero, her son Kevin Gilman of Steamboat Springs, CO, five grandchildren, a great granddaughter and a great-great granddaughter, and her brother Jimmy McGregor of Newburyport, MA. She was an active member of St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, and a member of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. A Funeral Mass will be held...

Charles Anthony ("Kayo") Cindric, 96, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at his home. He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Margaret Mary (Munak) Cindric. Charles was born in Kansas City, Kansas to Frank and Mary Cindric as the youngest of nine children, and served with distinction in the U.S. Army in Europe during WWII, for which he was awarded a Purple Heart after being wounded in action. He returned to Kansas City after the war and married Margaret in 1948, working at General Motors Corporation for 43 years until his retirement. He was active in politics and community affairs in a variety of roles, including as a Board member of the...

Nancy Ruth Cotton Wheeler passed away peacefully at home on March 16, 2021, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her entire family who brought love and comfort to her side. Born June 21, 1932 in Wilmington, MA, the third child of Joseph and Ruth Cotton. Nancy grew up in Barnstead, New Hampshire and graduated from Pittsfield High School. Nancy was quick minded and full of clever observations. These characteristics encouraged her extensive family and friends to be the best versions of themselves. She had a knack for drawing people together and thrived in the often-boisterous environments that followed. In quieter moments Nancy put her hands to work crafting...

Coretha Mixon Nees, 101, went peacefully to be with the Lord March 15th, 2021. She was the third child born to Eugenia P. Mixon and Willie Lee Mixon, January 25th, 1920. Born in Perry, FL the family moved to Vero Beach in 1928 where she grew up and graduated from Vero Beach High School. Her brothers and sisters, William (Bill) Mixon, Bessie Melton, John Mixon, David Mixon, Beatrice Dean and Henry Mixon all preceded her in death. She is survived by 5 nieces, Pam Bartolucci, Brenda McDonald, Debbie Matula, Patti Mixon, Terry Melton and 11 nephews, Richard (Rick) Dean, Dale Dean, Keith Dean, Mark Dean, Bobby Melton,Harry Melton, Jim Melton, David (Buddy) Mixon, Danny Mixon, Mickey Mixon and...

Daniel Martin Royce, 85, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away on February 26, 2021 in Vero Beach, Florida. Daniel was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Farnham Thomas Royce and Virginia Martin Beattie Royce on June 20, 1935. A pilot for 42 years, Captain Daniel M. Royce proudly served in the United States Air Force for 8 years and flew as a commercial pilot with United Airlines for 34 years. Daniel was a man of deep faith. He was an active member of the Christ Church Vero Beach congregation. He is remembered for his charismatic voice in the choir, quick wit, dry sense of humor and forthright honesty. A wordsmith to the core, Daniel delighted in sharing his vast repertoire of puns with...

Robert S. McCarthy, Jr., of Vero Beach, FL died February 24, 2021. Born March 24, 1933 in Westchester County, N.Y. to the late Robert S. McCarthy, Sr. and Lillian Kenzer McCarthy. Survived by son, Kevin and his wife Judy; a daughter Heather; and wife, Brenda McCarthy, all of Indian River County; and many nieces and nephews. Proud veteran of the Korean Conflict- Combat wounded. Outdoorsman, animal lover, hard worker, automobile & motorcycle lover; sailor, golfer, boat builder, sportsman, pilot, adventurer, diver, husband & friend, father, joke teller and Much, Much More; Much Loved & Much Missed. According to Bob's wishes there will be no services.

S. Hallock du Pont, Jr, of Vero Beach, Florida and Wilmington, Delaware, passed away peacefully, after a lengthy illness on February 23, 2021. 'Hal' to all who knew him, lived life to it's very fullest- passionate about each and every one of his endeavors. His early years in Wilmington, Delaware found him developing passions and hobbies that would influence his life's path. His father, S. Hallock du Pont, Sr, took Hal hunting at eight years old. With gunpowder in his veins, the thrill of the hunt and the quest for accuracy set Hal on the path of a shooting and hunting enthusiast. Regular duck hunting excursions to 'The Marsh' linked him and his younger brothers to the outdoors and the...

Pete MacWilliam, 90, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully at home, December 20, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. A native of Vero Beach, Pete was born into the local pioneer family of Alexander and Jeanette MacWilliam on February 17, 1930. He was a graduate of Vero Beach High School and Sunflower Junior College in Mississippi. In 1952, Pete joined the United States Air Force and served as a fighter pilot. He piloted the F89, F106 and ferried many radial engine aircraft around the world. During his service in Vietnam, he flew the A-1E Skyraider. In 1972 after serving as Base Operations Officer at Patrick AFB Pete retired as a Lieutenant Colonel and returned to Vero Beach to...

Betty Barger of Louisville, KY., passed peacefully Monday, December 14, 2020. Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Robert Glen "Bob" Barger in 2004; one grandchild and one great-great-grandchild. She is survived by her four children: Georgia L. Gerren of Okeechobee, FL; Robert E. Barger (Eva) of Lake Placid, FL; Gordon H. Barger (Cheryl) of Okeechobee, FL; Sandra Kay Tull (Jeff) of Louisville, KY; one sister, Barbara Watford, Okeechobee, FL; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 14 great-great grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews. A native of Mingo County, West Virginia, where she lived for the first half of her life, she was the daughter...

Linda Agosto Waldo died peacefully with her husband and five children by her side at her home on North Hutchinson Island on November 23, 2020. Linda was born April 6, 1940 at Norwalk Hospital in Norwalk CT and was raised in Darien CT. She and her husband raised their own family in Trumbull CT, then retired together to North Hutchinson Island in Florida. Linda is survived by her brother George Agosto. Her husband of 58 years Charles Waldo Sr. Her children: Laurie Waldo Hunter, Charles Waldo Jr, Thomas Waldo, Shari Waldo Gawronski, and David Waldo. She was also an active grandmother who treasured and embraced every moment with her grandchildren: Christian Perez Waldo, Charles Waldo III, James...