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Phyllis Hanke, 96, of Port St Lucie, FL passed away peacefully at home with her loving family at her side on March 6, 2024. Phyllis was born in Jamaica, NY to Lewis and Hilda Coombs on October 31, 1927 and had lived in Valley Stream, Rosedale, Lynbrook, Rockville Centre, Hempstead and East Meadow on Long Island, NY; Havelock, NC; Escondido, San Diego and San Marcos, CA; Waikiki, Aiea and Honolulu, Hawaii; Glenelg, Australia; Jupiter and Tequesta, FL, McIntosh, NM then Stuart, Jensen Beach and Port St. Lucie, FL. She had worked various jobs throughout her career. Most notably important to her was when she was Editor of the Torrance County Citizen Newspaper In New Mexico. The highlight...

Patricia Susan Parker, 85, affectionately known as Patri, of Palm City, FL passed away peacefully in her home on February 25, 2024. Patricia was born in Jersey City, NJ on December 7, 1938 to Irma and Patrick Baratta. She graduated from Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross in Washington, DC and earned a Master's Degree in Education at Jersey City State College in Jersey City, NJ. She taught in elementary schools in Union City, NJ and at the U.S. Army base in Heidelberg, Germany, where she met her future husband, Ronald C. Parker. Patricia was a loving and devoted wife to Ron Parker for 47 years and took great pleasure in being a doting aunt to her nieces and nephews, and, later in life, to...

Hazel Baldwin Elliott, 94, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, February 18, 2024, at Treasure Coast Hospice House with her children by her side. Born in Waleska, GA, Hazel lived her earlier years in Georgia, graduating Cartersville high school and marrying Kenneth Elliott Sr. In 1963, Hazel and Kenneth moved their family of five children to Stuart, FL to enjoy the bounty of a small coastal town surrounded by a river and close to the sea. Hazel will be remembered for her love of family, friends, backyard environs and wild places. A woman of great determination and presence, she also had a smile for all she met and a warm, welcoming spirit. Her delicious southern cooking will also never...

Maureen died peacefully on February 2, 2024 at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her mother Georgiane Ficht and father Jimmy Osolo, her husband Frank J. Zappala, Jr. and her son Ralph Roberto. Maureen is survived by her daughter-in-law Terri Roberto, stepsons Frank J. Zappala, III (Erica) and Mark (Debra), six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Maureen was a fiercely determined woman who was very protective of her family. She was also very charitable as a fund raiser for several organizations. She served on the Board of Directors of Hibiscus Childrens Center and organized spectacular galas and events for the Martin Memorial Health System (now Cleveland Clinic). She was...

Maureen died peacefully on February 2, 2024 at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her mother Georgiane Ficht and father Jimmy Osolo, her husband Frank J. Zappala, Jr. and her son Ralph Roberto. Maureen is survived by her daughter-in-law Terri Roberto, stepsons Frank J. Zappala, III (Erica) and Mark (Debra), six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Maureen was a fiercely determined woman who was very protective of her family. She was also very charitable as a fund raiser for several organizations. She served on the Board of Directors of Hibiscus Childrens Center and organized spectacular galas and events for the Martin Memorial Health System (now Cleveland Clinic). She was...

Donald James Hesch, 91, of Palm City, FL passed away peacefully with his wife and sons by his side January 14, 2024. He was born August 7, 1932 to Anthony and Isabel (DeWyze). Don served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and graduated from Culver Stockton College in 1958. Don's parents (Anthony and Isabel) started A.H. Entertainers in 1939. Don joined in 1959 with his brother Wayne also joining soon after. Anthony and Wayne died young leaving Isabel and Don to operate A.H.Entertainers. Soon after they were joined by Don's sons Craig, Mark, Chris, and Wayne's son-in-law, Chris McSwain. Under Don's leadership, the group grew the company and added many divisions to the business as it...

Donald James Hesch, 91, of Palm City, FL passed away peacefully with his wife and sons by his side January 14, 2024. He was born August 7, 1932 to Anthony and Isabel (DeWyze). Don served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and graduated from Culver Stockton College in 1958. Don's parents (Anthony and Isabel) started A.H. Entertainers in 1939. Don joined in 1959 with his brother Wayne also joining soon after. Anthony and Wayne died young leaving Isabel and Don to operate A.H.Entertainers. Soon after they were joined by Don's sons Craig, Mark, Chris, and Wayne's son-in-law, Chris McSwain. Under Don's leadership, the group grew the company and added many divisions to the business as it...

James D. Meyer 62 of Jasper passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 13, 2024 in Florida. James was born on October 13, 1961 in Jasper to Maurice and Ruth (Laswell) Smith. He attended Jasper High School. He owned and operated JD Motorsports and J&J Motorsports in Port St. Lucie, FL and J&J Motorsports in Jasper, IN. James was a former Sunday school teacher and enjoyed everything about cars, Nascar racing, football, basketball and James adored his grand daughter. James is survived by his mother, Ruth (Max) Smith, his sons, Joseph (Kristy) Meyer, of Shepherdsville, KY, step son, Frank Lograsso of Virginia, a step daughter, Krystal Almonte at home, his sister Angela Carter...

Alden F. Peck, Sr. passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023 at the age of 98. He was born September 9, 1925 in New Haven, Connecticut and there he spent his childhood years. In 1943, his senior year in high school, Al enlisted in the Marine Corps. After basic training at Parris Island, he was assigned to the Marine Air Corps in Mojave, CA. From there, Al was stationed on Midway Island in the South Pacific. He was extremely proud of his service in the Marine Corps and proud to serve his country. After World War II, Al moved to Clearwater Beach, Florida where he met his soul mate and future wife, Ann Oliver. Al and Ann returned to Connecticut to raise their two sons, Alden, Jr. and Kevin....

Lawrence (Larry) Pensa, 97, of Stuart passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Treasure Coast Hospice. Born in Brooklyn, NY on June 3, 1926, he was the son of the late Walter and Virginia Pensa. His sister Beatrice MacAskill preceded him in death in July 2014. Larry attended Cathedral College and served in the U.S. Army from October 1944 and honorably discharged in August 1946. He was awarded Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star, and European Theater battle stars and German Occupation ribbon. He married his beloved wife Dorothy Elizabeth (Furey) in 1947, she preceded him in death in July 2004. They moved their growing family from Brooklyn NY to Levittown, L.I. in 1956. He served 20 years...

OBITUARY-LAWRENCE DANIEL JURGENSEN On December 4th, 2023, Lawrence D. Jurgensen (Larry) passed away at the age of 91. Larry will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Larry was born on May 18, 1932 in Ozone Park, NY to Caroline and Lawrence T. Jurgensen. While in High School, Larry met the Love of his Life, Joan Worsdale. They married in 1953. Shortly afterwards, Larry joined the US Army and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He went to finance school while in the US Army. After serving his country, he returned home and earned his degree in Finance at Brooklyn College. He worked for the New York Life Insurance Company. He later worked as a Private Accountant for the Shopco Company...

Fred Hartman, 89, of Palm City died peacefully on November 2, 2023. Fred graduated from Queens College with a BS in Accounting. After serving in the US Army, Fred enjoyed a career as the CFO of a Wall Street hedge fund. Fred was a Diamond Life Master duplicate bridge player and an avid NY sports fan who also enjoyed playing sports. Fred, predeceased by Fran, his loving wife of 55 years, is survived by his son Rich and his wife Joy, his daughter Lisa and her husband Michael Ma and grandchildren, Diana (Alex), Gary (Caryn), Matthew, Daniel, Sara, Jake, Ben, Gaby, Joelle and great grandchildren, Bobby and Zachary all of whom he loved dearly. A memorial service will be held on Friday,...

Stephanie A. Redditt-Yates, wife of Donald Yates, passed away on October 13, 2023, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born May 23, 1978, daughter of Stephen Redditt and Jeannie (Sprott) Redditt. She was a native of Martin County, FL. Stephanie received a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University and began a lifelong devotion to education. She later earned a Masters in Education from FAU, as well as a Masters in Educational Leadership and Administration from American College of Education. She held several positions within the Florida Department of Education prior to moving to Denver, Colorado. In Colorado, she continued her commitment to youth...

Stephanie A. Redditt-Yates, wife of Donald Yates, passed away on October 13, 2023, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born May 23, 1978, daughter of Stephen Redditt and Jeannie (Sprott) Redditt. She was a native of Martin County, FL. Stephanie received a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University and began a lifelong devotion to education. She later earned a Masters in Education from FAU, as well as a Masters in Educational Leadership and Administration from American College of Education. She held several positions within the Florida Department of Education prior to moving to Denver, Colorado. In Colorado, she continued her commitment to youth...

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...

Jeffery L. Jewell ,61, of Syracuse and Stuart FL, passed away unexpectedly in Florida on July 29th from heart disease. He graduated from Corcoran High and was self-employed in the auto industry throughout the Syracuse area. Jeff was known by many for his jovial and friendly manner. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and knife collecting. He is predeceased by Joseph T and Joan L Jewell of Syracuse. He is survived by his brothers Joseph and James, sister in law Janice Pegels and many close friends in Florida and Syracuse. Please share condolences at: https://obits.foresthillspalmcityflorida.com/obituary/jeffrey-jewell?fh_id=15448

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...