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Palm City, FL - Joseph Frank Piriano, 86, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 21, 2023 Born on April 5,1937 in Chicago, he was the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Snell) Piriano. Joseph was a graduate of St. Joseph's College in Rensselaer, IN, and had a successful career in purchasing, retiring from Trinity Industries as the VP, Purchasing. Originally Joseph lived in and around the Chicago area for 47 years, moved to Irving, TX in 1984, and retired in Antioch, IL before moving to Palm City, FL. Joseph was a devoted husband and father known for loving his family, all Chicago sports (especially the Cubs), doing the jitterbug and enjoying great food and wine. He is survived by...

Robert Bruno Vaillancourt, Sr, 80, passed away on July 29,2023 after a long illness. He was born on October 4,1942 in Berlin, New Hampshire and raised there by his parents, Leo and Elizabeth LaPointe Vaillancourt. As a youth, Rob played a lot of hockey and continued to do so well into adulthood. He played for the Concord Shamrocks from 1963-1966. Rob was a graduate of Notre Dame High School class of 1961 and a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University in 1968. Rob then lived in Berlin, NH and worked for local finance companies and the State of New Hampshire as an auditor. He was a member of the Berlin- Gorham Jaycees. Rob, also, taught Civic classes at his alma mater, Notre Dame High...

Robert Bruno Vaillancourt, Sr, 80, passed away on July 29,2023 after a long illness. He was born on October 4,1942 in Berlin, New Hampshire and raised there by his parents, Leo and Elizabeth LaPointe Vaillancourt. As a youth, Rob played a lot of hockey and continued to do so well into adulthood. He played for the Concord Shamrocks from 1963-1966. Rob was a graduate of Notre Dame High School class of 1961 and a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University in 1968. Rob then lived in Berlin, NH and worked for local finance companies and the State of New Hampshire as an auditor. He was a member of the Berlin- Gorham Jaycees. Rob, also, taught Civic classes at his alma mater, Notre Dame High...

Rebecca "Becca" Kathryn Mee, 31, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, April 28, 2023. Becca was born in Willingboro, NJ on April 10, 1992. Formerly of Hamilton, NJ and Stuart, FL, Becca relocated to Pearl, MS 5 years ago where she worked in her dream job as a Local Government Records Analyst at the Mississippi Department of Archives & History. Becca was a committed Christian who attended Crossgates Baptist Church in Brandon, MS. She found great hope and comfort in her faith in Jesus Christ and served in many children's, women's and young adult ministries throughout her life. Becca graduated from Southeastern University with a Bachelors in History and Southern New...

On Friday, April 28, 2023, Yvonne Ruth Wardlaw of Grosse Ile, Michigan peacefully passed into Heaven's Glory at the age of eighty-eight while residing in her winter home in Palm City, Florida. Yvonne will be eternally missed by her children Yvette (Todd) Gronda and Michael Campeau, along with her adoring grandchildren Andrew and Alexis. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends who brought much love and joy into Yvonne's life. Yvonne was born on May 23, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan to Hulda and Cecil (Jerry) Buskard. She was the youngest of her three sisters and one brother. Yvonne grew up on a farm on Jim Dailey Road. She was a curious and determined child who figured out...

Karen Twinkle Belville Cook, 76, of Stuart, Florida passed away on April 9, in the Year of our Lord 2023 on Easter Sunday. She was reunited in Heaven with her father on his birthday. Twinkle, as she was known to friends and family, was born in Huntington, West Virginia on September 30, 1946 to Private First Class Jesse Lee Belville and his wife "Pat," formerly Miss Theresa Mae Poline. Twinkle roared into this world prematurely and was faced with health complications that may have followed her through life but she never allowed that to set limitations for her. Twinkle lived a full life and faced every challenge with an inspiring strength of spirit. Twinkle had several careers over the years...

Karen Twinkle Belville Cook, 76, of Stuart, Florida passed away on April 9, in the Year of our Lord 2023 on Easter Sunday. She was reunited in Heaven with her father on his birthday. Twinkle, as she was known to friends and family, was born in Huntington, West Virginia on September 30, 1946 to Private First Class Jesse Lee Belville and his wife "Pat," formerly Miss Theresa Mae Poline. Twinkle roared into this world prematurely and was faced with health complications that may have followed her through life but she never allowed that to set limitations for her. Twinkle lived a full life and faced every challenge with an inspiring strength of spirit. Twinkle had several careers over the years...

Frederick George Sundheim, Jr., 77, passed April 4, 2023 in Stuart, Florida. He was born April 11, 1945 in Denver, CO, the son of Frederick G. Sundheim and Marguerite Hevert Sundheim. Fred graduated from Hackettstown High School in New Jersey in 1963, and West Virginia Wesleyan College in 1967 with a major in History. Shortly after graduation he and his high school sweetheart Joan Carol Hammel were married. Three months after their wedding a "Greetings from Uncle Sam" letter was received on Christmas Eve enlisting Fred in the US Army. After basic training he was deployed to Cu Chi, Vietnam with the 25th Infantry Division, 3rd Squadron 4th Cavalry (Mackenzie's Raiders) where he served...

James J. Wonnell (83) of Palm City passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 5, 2023 surrounded by his wife of 46 years, Sarah, son, Jeffrey, and daughter-in-law, Kathleen. James, fondly known to others as "Doc" was born on April 11, 1939 to James and Catherine Wonnell in Zionsville, Indiana. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1958-1961 as a Corporal and expert marksman before entering veterinary school at Purdue University. James was a veterinarian for over 50 years and was owner of the still-established Animal Medical Hospital in Stuart, Florida. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and two grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held at Forest Hills Funeral Home in Palm...

Paul Connolly Helser, Palm City, age 59, entered eternal life on February 26, surrounded by loved ones. He joined his father and mother, George and Betty Helser, and his sister, Susan Helser. Paul was born in Troy, N.Y. and moved to Martin County in his early teens. He graduated from Martin County High School in 1982 and attended The University of Florida in Gainesville where he was proud to be a "Gator." Paul went on to manage his own business in the Palm City area. "Uncle Paul" or "Mr. Paul" to many, his door was always open. He was happy to share his house, yard, pool, cabana, and equipment with anyone. He would have barbequed brisket with all the fixings ready to share at a...

Phyllis Bentz Keiser of Palm City, FL, passed peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Mrs. Keiser was born on January 24th, 1932, in South Miami, Florida, and attended local schools there. She earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education and English from the University of Hawaii. She accompanied her first husband, the late Lt Col Richard Bentz, USAF, on his various assignments in the U.S. and overseas. She held administrative positions with the FBI, the U.S. Dept of Labor, and the U.S. Air Force before joining the National Marine Fisheries Service, NOAA, U.S. Dept of Commerce in 1973 in Washington DC. She held various positions there as administrative assistant,...

Katherine (Katie) Neumann April 15, 1965 - January 22, 2023 Born in Lynn, Massachusetts to Michael and Katherine Neumann, Katie, a long-time resident of Stuart, Florida, passed away peacefully at the Treasure Coast Hospice House. To view complete obituary go to www.Forest Hills Funeral Home.com

Brien J. McFadden, age 66, from Palm City FL, passed away peacefully at home on January 4th, after a long battle with cancer. For full obituary please visit www. Forest Hills Funeral Home.com

Monte J. Solazzi passed away January 1, 2023. He was born in New York City, New York in 1936. There he was raised and is also where he founded his business of spectroscopy manufacturing. As his company grew, he moved the business down to Stuart, Florida in 1995. Monte's successful 50 year old company is still manufacturing locally here in Palm City, Florida, and has made important contributions to the expansive field of spectroscopy with his numerous patents and trademarks. He was an accomplished scientist, inventor, engineer, and artist. In his professional and personal life, Monte J. Solazzi inspired hearts and minds. Always having a jovial story to tell, Monte left smiles and laughs...

James A. DeBois passed away peacefully on December 18, 2022, in Palm City, Florida. He was born on December 23, 1929, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and attended school in Duncan, Oklahoma. He received his bachelor's degree at Oklahoma State University in 1951 after which he joined the U.S. Air Force. That same year he married his college sweetheart Mary Catherine Watkins (Katie). He served in Korea during the war as a commissioned officer returning as a First Lieutenant. He enrolled in law school at the University of Oklahoma and graduated at the top of his class in 1955. Upon graduating law school Jim went to work in private practice with his father James Duke DeBois at the DeBois and...

James A. DeBois passed away peacefully on December 18, 2022, in Palm City, Florida. He was born on December 23, 1929, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and attended school in Duncan, Oklahoma. He received his bachelor's degree at Oklahoma State University in 1951 after which he joined the U.S. Air Force. That same year he married his college sweetheart Mary Catherine Watkins (Katie). He served in Korea during the war as a commissioned officer returning as a First Lieutenant. He enrolled in law school at the University of Oklahoma and graduated at the top of his class in 1955. Upon graduating law school Jim went to work in private practice with his father James Duke DeBois at the DeBois and...

James A. DeBois passed away peacefully on December 18, 2022, in Palm City, Florida. He was born on December 23, 1929, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and attended school in Duncan, Oklahoma. He received his bachelor's degree at Oklahoma State University in 1951 after which he joined the U.S. Air Force. That same year he married his college sweetheart Mary Catherine Watkins (Katie). He served in Korea during the war as a commissioned officer returning as a First Lieutenant. He enrolled in law school at the University of Oklahoma and graduated at the top of his class in 1955. Upon graduating law school Jim went to work in private practice with his father James Duke DeBois at the DeBois and...

Obituary - Claudette L. Chicoine Claudette Lilliette Chicoine, 87, of Port St. Lucie, Fl, formerly, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, passed away on October 27, 2022. Claudette was born on December 29, 1934, in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, to Theodora and Joseph Cloutier. After graduating from St. Clare High School, she joined Blackstone Valley Gas and Electric where she met her husband Francis Chicoine. They married on October 16, 1954, and celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary a few short weeks ago. Claudette was a stay at home mother for 12 years, when she subsequently obtained a certificate in library science from the University of Rhode Island. She began a twenty five year career in...

JOSEPH ROBERT GRECO Attorney Joseph Robert Greco, former Hamden (CT) Town counsel, died peacefully in Stuart, FL on October 17, 2022. Born on August 11, 1927 in New Haven, CT, he was the son of Joseph Ralph Greco and Carmela Anquillare Greco. He attended the Hamden public schools and graduated from Hamden High School with the class of 1945. Although only seventeen years old, he volunteered for enlistment in the U.S. Navy and served as a Seaman aboard the USS Mercer until the end of World War II. He then matriculated at the University of Miami where he met his future wife, Claire Gulotti. They were married in Coral Gables, FL on October 27, 1951. Claire survives him, along with their...

Deane Barrett MacMillan July 24, 1933 to October 3, 2022 Deane was born in Ft. Sheridan, Illinois to Mildred and Clifford MacMillan. He was the oldest of five children. He lived in Hebron, Indiana as a youngster and had fond memories of time spent on his grandparents' farm. The family moved often while Deane was growing up, settling in Hudson Lake, Indiana where he graduated from New Carlisle High School in 1951. He joined the Marines that summer and served as Staff sergeant during the Korean War. He married Marilyn Jones in 1953 and together reared three girls. He graduated in 1958 from Purdue University with a degree in Engineering then moved the family to Anderson, Indiana where he...

Daniel Jamieson White Beloved son and brother Daniel Jamieson White, 39, died peacefully on September 17, 2022 after a long battle with brain cancer. Daniel was born in San Diego, California and has resided in Martin County for 30 years. Daniel's love of music and acting filled his life. He loved playing music and writing songs with his friends. He was active in OPUS and Drama at Martin County High School and continued to perform long after as an adult. He loved his weekly golf outings with his father and grandfather, continuing to play even after his diagnosis. Daniel is survived by his parents Dan and Sharon, his grandfather D, sisters Katie, Lindsay (Homer) and Kelsey and nephews...