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JoAnn Carol Ridgeway Barwick, aged 94, passed away peacefully at Indian River Estates in Vero Beach. From humble beginnings in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, born to the late Russell Ridgeway and Cora Quenemoen, she spread her wings in New York City and rose to become a home furnishings and interior design icon in the publishing world. Her life was one of exceptional creativity, energy, inspiration and love. Luck, natural talent, and the advice of a good mentor got JoAnn an NHFL Scholarship to Parsons School of Design which along with some writing courses at Columbia University paved the way to JoAnn's first magazine job at American Home as the Assistant Decorating Editor. Next was Modern...

Gertrude (Trudy) Whitty Gamble was born on July 14, 1928 to her parents, Edith and John Whitty, in Lee, Florida. After graduating from Florida State University, she met and married her husband, Thomas Gamble. Together, they raised four daughters: Susan, Kathryn, Jennifer (James), and Allison (Mike). Throughout her life, her family and friends, her faith in God, and her love for teaching remained her highest priorities. She was the proud grandmother of Tommy (Sarah), Katie (Ian), Andrew (Kayleigh), Kevin, and Justin (Jessica). In addition, she was delighted with her great-grandchildren: Robin, Levi, Madelynn, Cameron, Jackson, Iris, and Owen. On November 8, 2024, she passed from this...

Sharon R. Rayner, 80 passed away October 25, 2024, after a short illness. She was born November 9, 1943, in Niagara Falls, NY. She had retired from the American Red Cross in Vero Beach, Florida after many years of service as director of emergency services. Her previous years of work were in Syracuse, New York included Supervisor for Mutual of New York, and later Niagara Mohawk power company. Her jobs let her be a volunteer for the American Red Cross before retiring from both and becoming a full-time employee for the American Red Cross in Vero Beach. Her many assignments as an American Red Cross volunteer and employee were many. The mass feeding of the first responders after 91 1 in NYC, and...

In Memory of Joe Barnes Fredlock Joe was born in Morgantown, West Virginia on October 14, 1933. He passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, just shy of his ninety-first birthday. He is survived by his wife Anne Holt Fredlock of Vero Beach FL, his daughters Amy Mintz of Herndon VA, married to Michael, parents of Aaron and his wife Bella, and Anna, and Jenny Franczak of Durham NC, parent of Amanda, Marlee, and Ian, his son-in-law Col. Robert B Holt Ret. of Morgantown WV, step-son John Paul Loehr, Ph.D. of Winnetka IL married to Beth, parents of Katelin and Charlotte, and his step-daughter Jennifer Nasca of Liberty Township OH, married to James, parents of Isabelle and Rocco. He spent...

Thomas Raymond Dundon passed away September 7, 2024. He was born May 10, 1932 to the late James C. and Mary (Strobel) Dundon. A native of Youngstown, he attended St. Dominic's School, Boardman High School and graduated from Youngstown State University. Tom served in the US Army in Tokyo, Japan from 1954-1956. He married Helen Abel on November 30, 1957. Together they lived in Cleveland, Ohio raising 4 children before moving to Vero Beach, Florida. Tom worked his entire professional career for The General Electric Company, retiring in 1990. Tom was a member of St. John of the Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach. He was active in the Knights of Columbus and gave generously to charities...

Eugene (Gene) Dale Atkinson, age 79, passed away on September 4, 2024, in Vero Beach, Florida. Gene was born on October 2, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama. Gene was admitted to the United States Military Academy, Class of 1966. Gene excelled academically and starred on the West Point baseball team. With Gene's leadership as captain, the team won two Eastern Conference championships. In 1966 he graduated with a Bachelor of Science with grades in the top ten percent of his class. Gene enlisted for immediate duty at the height of the Vietnam War and was awarded a Bronze Star for Outstanding Meritorious Service, as well as the Army Commendation Medal for Heroism for exceptionally courageous...

Albert A. Dixon, Jr., 79, of Fort Pierce, FL, formerly from Welcome, MD, passed away August 14, 2024 at Lawnwood Medical Hospital from complications of kidney failure. He was born September 14, 1944 in Washington, DC, the son of the late Albert A. Dixon, Sr. and Mary (America) Dixon. He served in the Navy in the 1960s. After the service he moved to southern Maryland where he owned and operated BelAlton Liquors with his wife until the beaches of Florida called him for retirement. Big "Al" is survived by his wife Frances E. Dixon of Ft. Pierce, FL; stepdaughter Tina M. Beletsky (Bill), stepson George T. Estevez, Jr. (Karen), grandchildren Lauren Fowler (Kris), Bradley Fowler (Lauren),...

Sidney Mitchell Banack Jr, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away on July 20, 2024, a little over a month shy of his 92nd birthday. His last days were spent surrounded by his loved ones, singing his favorite songs and recounting precious shared memories. He was born to Sidney and Gwendolyn Banack on August 27, 1932 in Puerto Armuelles, Panama. He was the son and grandson of pioneers who built the railroads in Central America. His childhood was spent exploring the jungles, camping with the Boy Scouts and later hopping on and off U.S. military ships as they passed through the Panama Canal, Sid and his sister Flo moved to Brooksville, Florida to live with their grandparents on their farm...

Fortunata DeChellis, affectionately known as Nina, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, at the age of 83, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 26, 1941, in Naples, Italy, she immigrated to the United States in 1958, bringing with her a rich cultural heritage and an indomitable spirit. Nina was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was married for almost 62 years to the late Carlo Emilio DeChellis, with whom she shared a life filled with love and devotion. Together, they raised four children: John, Anthony, Robert, and Danny. Nina was also a proud grandmother to ten grandchildren: John, Michael, Chloe, Alex, Tara, Andrew, Sophie, Cole, Barron, and Mason, and...

Frank Julius Lane,102, of Vero Beach, Florida passed from this life on Tuesday May 7, 2024. Frank was born November 28th, 1921 in Cincinnati. He met and married his pre-deceased wife Jean there and raised their children Gary "Rocky" Sr. (Kathy) Cincinnati, OH, Tim (Betsy) Columbus, OH, and Michelle (Tamara Ostling) Milwaukee, WI. Frank was a proud army veteran from World War II. He was a police officer in Norwood, OH before becoming a traffic engineer for the city of Cincinnati. In his retirement, he became a true Renaissance man, writing poetry, painting, and perhaps his greatest joy, singing. He is survived by their children (as above), 5 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren....

Martha Florence Pollen of Vero Beach, passed away on May 6, 2024 from natural causes. She was born in Cornelia Georgia on October 19, 1941 to Felix Harry Freeman and Lorene Virginia West. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Richard Freeman. She had been a resident of Indian River since 1992, coming from Homestead Florida after hurricane Andrew. She graduated from East Hall County High School in Gainesville Georgia in 1959. After high school she worked as a hairdresser, and later worked most of her adult life as a veterinary assistant. She retired as a medical assistant at Coral Ridge Hospital in Dade County Florida. She enjoyed animals, working in the yard and flower...

Barbra C. Lampe, age 90, passed away on May 4, 2024, in Vero Beach, Florida. She was known for her kindness, generosity, and adventurous spirit. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Harry and Kathryn D'Angelo Chakales. Barbra was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Otto William Lampe. Barbra's life journey took her from the bustling streets of Brooklyn to various corners of the world. She met Otto in Brooklyn before embarking on adventures together including Venezuela, South America where they were married. Eventually, they made Vero Beach their home, where Barbra played an active role in the family construction business, OWL Associates, managing the...

Jeremiah Patrick Casey, affectionately known as Jerry to his friends, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, at the age of 75 in Vero Beach, Florida. Jerry was born in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Jeremiah and Julia O'Conner Casey. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Lois Bojnansky Casey, his brother John Casey and his wife Susan of Grayslake, Illinois, his sisters Mary Kelleher and her husband Kevin of Norridge, Illinois, Kathy South and her husband John of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and Margaret Peluso of Chicago, Illinois. He is also survived by a multitude of cousins, nieces, nephews, and cherished friends. Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Patrick Casey. A...

Charles W. Havens III (Charley) passed away peacefully on April 12 in Vero Beach, Florida. He was 88 years old. Charley was born in Baltimore to Charles W. Havens II and Jesse Mae (Money) Havens. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Lucille (Bowman) Havens, son Charles W. Havens IV (Marilyn), and daughter Jessica Madalin Havens, and brother Richard G. Havens (Anne). After a stellar football career at Westminster Maryland High School, Charley arrived at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA and played three seasons for the Diplomats. As testament to his athletic abilities, he was inducted into the F&M Hall of Fame in 2018. Charley received his law degree from the...

Helen Therese Caldarone, aged 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Vero Beach, Florida. Born to Cornelius M Flynn and Helen G Keefe in Garden City, NY, Helen led a remarkable life filled with creativity, service, and unwavering devotion to her loved ones. A talented artist, Helen earned her Master of Fine Arts degree from Marymount Manhattan College, a testament to her passion and dedication to her craft. In the early 1960s, she embarked on a teaching journey at an army base in Vicenza, Italy, where she not only imparted knowledge but also forged lifelong friendships. Returning to New York, she dedicated herself to educating students...

Shirley Elizabeth "Liz" O'Dell Price Scott(78) passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2024. Shirley's untimely departure left her family deeply saddened. Shirley was born November 14, 1945 to Gladys Johnson O'Dell and James Dawson O'Dell in Johnson City, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, Shirley's passing was preceded by her first husband Clarence William Price, siblings Joyce Ann O'Dell; James Douglas O'Dell and stepfather Norman Duvall. Shirley's remaining family remember her bubbly demeanor and outgoing personality. They include husband William "Bill" Scott; Daughter Loretta Toni Price Osman and husband Hany-TN; son James Dawson Price and wife Missy-FL and son Andrew William...

Andrew "Andy" D'Elia passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024 with his loving wife by his side. Andrew was born in Orange, N.J. on October 22, 1929. He attended Seton Hall Prep and Seton Hall College. He served his time in the U.S. Army as a weapons instructor. His business career was with his father as Alfred D'Elia and Son, Furriers in Orange, N.J. He married the love of his life, Maxine on July 10, 1954 and traveled the world with her. He also raised two children, Cindy Mulcahy and Mark D'Elia. He was predeceased by his sister, Phyllis Mroczek and son-in-law, Scott Mulcahy. Survivors include his wife Maxine, daughter Cindy Mulcahy, son Mark D'Elia (Karen), five grandsons Dr. Rob...

Immaculate Mary Duch (Mackie), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on February 3rd at the age of seventy-nine. Mackie is survived by her husband, Richard H. Duch, her daughter Lisa (Duch) Delfini and her husband J. Brooke Delfini, her son Richard Dutch, her sister Roberta Peters, her nephew Seth Peters, his wife Sarah Peters, and her five grandchildren, Caitlin Dutch, Christopher Dutch, Ryan Delfini, Alexandra Delfini and Carly Dutch. Mackie was an educator, an entrepreneur, an artist and a philanthropist. She held leadership roles in both the Hibiscus Guild and the Circle of the Vero Beach Museum of Art and the results of her work will...

Rosalie Todd, 85, of Vero Beach, Florida (formerly of Liverpool) passed away on December 11, 2023. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald (d.2019). Rosalie is survived by sons, David (Dawn) of Canastota, NY and Alan (Mary) of Brewerton NY; four grandchildren, Jason (Nicole), Marcus (Katie), Courtney, and Katie; & two great-grandchildren, Aiden and Alex. At her request there will be no services. Donations can be made to hospice. An online guestbook is available at CoxGiffordSeawinds.com

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...