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Kenneth George Olan entered into rest at Ocala Regional Hospital on December 30th, 2023 in his 86th year. He was born in Millbrook, Ontario, Canada on July 15, 1938. He was a resident of Ocala/Ft. McCoy, FL since 1975. He owned and operated Ken's Antenna and operated out of Market of Marion in Belleview. He was preceded in death by his wife Carol (nee Pettit), father, Luther, and mother, Edith, brother Benjamin Olan and sister Margaret Hammond. He is survived by two sons, Donald of Oshawa, Ontario and Sean of Peterborough, Ontario. He is also survived by brothers Winston Olan and Bill Olan of Lindsay, Ontario and Philip Olan of Pinetta, FL. His surviving sisters are Elizabeth Wakeford,...

John Arthur Scott III, 88, passed away peacefully in Ocala on December 12 after a long illness. His wife of more than 60 years, Martha, was by his side. "Papa John" was born in Leesburg, FL on January 3, 1935 to Buck (J.A. Scott, Jr.) and Ruby Paulk Scott and spent his early years in the tiny village of Ocklawaha, FL. He enjoyed telling the story that just 13 days after he was brought home to Ocklawaha, the FBI raided and killed the notorious gangster Ma Barker and her son, Fred, less than a mile from where he lived at the time. In his youth he enjoyed the abundant fishing at Lake Weir and hunting the Ocala National Forest. His keen marksmanship is remembered for the turkey shoots he easily...

Margaret Bushman, 87, passed away peacefully on Dec. 9, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Marge is survived by her loving husband Thomas of 67 years, children Sandy (Carl) Walloch, Curt (Cheryl) Bushman, Tod (Rosanne) Bushman and John (Joanne) Bushman; grandchildren Lucas (Ashley) Walloch, Ryan (Amanda) Walloch, Brett (Danica) Bushman, Chelsea (Kevin) Monroe, Matthew Bushman, Alexandra Bushman, Sara (Luke) Alexander and Tommy (Nikki) Bushman, and 8 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in Wisconsin. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to Alzheimer's research in Marge's name. www.alz.org For full obituary visit: www.florida-cremation-society.com

Cheryl Wolstencroft of the Villages, Florida died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 8. She was born on January 11. 1950 to the late George Munro and Marion Munro in Fall River Massachusetts. She was the loving partner of Russ Mulcahy for twenty years. Cheryl raised her family in South Kingstown Rhode Island where she lived for many years. She then moved to the Villages, Florida. She is survived by her loving partner and Caregiver, Russ Mulcahy of the Villages, Florida, Son,Ryan Wolstencroft of North Kingstown, Rhode Island, and Daughter Keara Wolstencroft of South Kingstown, Rhode Island and three grandchildren, John Wolstencroft (Keara), Chase and Quinn Wolstencroft...

Robert (Bobby) Thomas Petito, 73, of The Villages, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2023, after suffering a cardiac event in his sleep. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Mary and Alfonso Petito. Friends and family will always remember him as "A Good Man." He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Bobby graduated from Brooklyn Tech High School and Poly Tech University where he received a Degree in Electrical Engineering. Prior to retiring, he worked as a supervisor for the City of New York in the IT Department. He was a devoted NY Giants fan and upon retirement enjoyed playing Bocci, Archery, cruising, as well as, participating in various clubs in The...

Gale T Buelow, 83, of Ocala, FL, died Saturday, November 25, 2023, at home in Ocala. He was born June 3,1940 in Milwaukee, WI., and moved to Ocala in 1996. He retired from Miller Brewing Company in Milwaukee as a Forklift Driver in 96, just prior to moving to FL. Gale loved playing the lottery, scratching tickets, watching the Green Bay Packers play football, and being around his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Colleen Buelow of Ocala, two sons; Jeremy Murray of Ocala, Erin Murray of Ocala, three daughters; Lisa (Ray) Semeard of Cameron, WI, Jenny (Vicki) Buelow of Milwaukee, WI, Trenise (Ian) Marsden of Whales, one sister; Lavon (Ron) Mentzel of Milwaukee, WI, three...

Richard G. Perry went home to be with the Lord on November 20th 2023 following a yearlong battle with cancer. Rick was born in Fort Fairfield on May 22, 1945, the son of the late Willard and Maxine Perry. Rick was a graduate of Fort Fairfield High School. After graduation Rick went into the Air Force where he served his country proudly. After severing in the Air force Rick went into the Trucking Industry driving around the country until he retired. In September of 1986, Rick married the love of his life Linda Calderwood Perry. Rick and Linda enjoyed serving the Lord at Grace Baptist Church in Portland Maine. Here is where Rick enjoyed driving the Sunday school bus. After retirement...

Elwood Junior Latsha, 89, of Ocala, FL, died Friday, November 10, 2023, at his residence. He was born June 2, 1934 in Fountain Hill Bora, PA, and moved to Ocala in 2004 from Sidney, NY. He retired from K.J. Quinn in Malden, MA. as a Technical Shoe Salesman. He was protestant and served our country in the Army. Elwood loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as playing cards. Elwood loved to spend time with family. He is survived by his wife Dharla Latsha of Ocala, FL, son Scott (Diana) Latsha of Binghamton, NY, a daughter Jennifer Latsha of Wilmington, NC, five grandchildren, Taylor, Melanie, Chaise, Connor, Samantha, and one great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by...

Gerard (Jerry) Thomas McDermott, 89, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Jerry was born the middle of three children to Rose and Thomas McDermott in Philadelphia, PA on March 24, 1934. He worked as a machinist for over 25 years before retiring from Glaxo Smith Kline. Jerry served in the US Army before meeting his wife, Beverly whom he married in 1960. They settled in New Jersey and went on to have four children; Linda, Gerard, Judith, and Marjorie. Upon retiring they moved to The Villages in "sunny Florida" where they enjoyed playing golf, numerous activities with their friends and most of all Jerry enjoyed being warm all year long. He is survived by his wife Beverly, daughters...

Janice Miller passed away at the age of 88, on Tuesday October 24th, under the care of Cornerstone Hospice. Janice was married to Eugene Miller for 65 years prior to his passing in 2021. Janice was a great cook and loved to entertain. She worked many years for different school lunch programs as a cook. Janice was an avid card player especially bridge and pinochle. She also enjoyed playing and teaching mahjong. Janice and Eugene loved to travel. Many Caribbean cruises, Alaska, Hawaii, Europe, Russia, Australia, and South America. Janice is survived by her children. Deborah (Bruce), Ronald(Margaret), Michael(Frances) and David. Janice is also survived by 7 grandchildren, Christine, Nicole,...

Harold Edward Wulf, 90, of Lady Lake, FL, died Sunday, October 8, 2023, at UF Health The Villages Regional Hospital. He was born December 19,1932 in Wind Lake, WI., and moved here from Wind Lake in 2012. He was of the Catholic faith and served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. Harold was a retired machinist, but his real passion was being a member of a professional clown club in Milwaukee WI. He and his wife did everything from private parties to parades to corporate events. They thoroughly enjoyed being in the professional clown business. He is survived by his two sons: Michael (Debbie) Wulf of Milwaukee, WI, Paul (Debbie) Wulf of The Villages, FL, three grandchildren, and four...

Barbara A. Mckeithan-Blank (nee Fulginiti) age 86 of Palm Coast, FL, daughter of the late Frank and Irene Fulginiti passed away peacefully in her sleep on the 14th of September 2023. She was born on the 17th of February 1937 in Camden, NJ., and is survived by her beloved husband Leo G. Blank Jr., Aunt Maria (Fulginiti) White of Flagler Beach, FL., and many cousins and friends. She was loved by all who knew her and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting www.floridacremationsociety.com

James "Jim/Jimmy" Ira Dushion, 85, of The Villages, FL, passed away on 8/16/23, from injuries sustained in a golf cart accident on 6/6/23. He was born on June 24, 1938, in Orange, MA to the late Jesse and Ethel (Groves) Dushion and was a 1956 graduate of Orange High School. He worked at the Erving Paper Mill until he was drafted into the Army in 1963 during the Vietnam War. He served in Fort Huachuca, AZ from 1963 to 1965 as a Military Police Officer. Jim and his wife, Jean, were married in 1964 and eventually moved to Greenfield, MA where he became a full-time Firefighter with the Greenfield Fire Department. He retired in 1993 as Deputy Chief and moved to The Villages, FL in 1997. Jim...

Janice McQuiggan Obituary Janice McQuiggan (nee Malatesta) died peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023 in hospice care, surrounded by her family. Janice was born in Philadelphia, PA. She moved to The Villages, FL in 2001 with her late husband, Fredric McQuiggan, Sr. She enjoyed bible study, yoga and exercise classes, but most of all, she loved country line dancing and partner dancing. In addition to Fred, she was predeceased by her newborn son, Thomas. Survivors include her children, Fredric Jr. (Deb), Karen Lucas (Michael), Linda Dressel (Tom), James (Tina), John (Kim); her sister, Joan Lick (John) and brothers, Edward Malatesta (Jan), James Malatesta (Lisa). Janice also leaves behind...

There will be a Celebration of Life for Jo Ann Waterfield "MoJo" on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Pimlico Recreation Center from 1:00 - 2:30 pm.

Jo Ann Waterfield ("MoJo"), 82, of The Villages, Florida died peacefully on July 19, 2023. She was born in Camden, New Jersey on October 17, 1940 to Jimmy and Josephine Welsh. MoJo is survived by three children: John (Shannon), Edward (Bernadette), and JoAnn (Susan); four grandchildren: Madison (Brooks), Michael (Marycarmen), Berit, and Scott; and one great-grandchild (Senna). Growing up in Camden, MoJo would cross the river into Philadelphia to dance on American Bandstand. After high school, she became a Navy wife and traveled the United States extensively with her family and a never ending entourage of pets. Eventually, the family settled in New Jersey where she ran the factory of a...

Bronis Maynard Gardner, 81, of Summerfield, FL, died Monday, July 17, 2023, at Grace Davis Hall Hospice House in Ocala, FL. She was born December 20,1941 in Heenon, KY, and moved to Florida from Heenon, over 50 years ago. She retired from the Marion County School Board as a cafeteria worker. She loved baking, sewing, being a grandmother, and spreading the word about Jesus. She is survived by her two sons, Matthew (Suzanne) Gardner of Arcadia, FL, Adam (Elaine) Gardner of Bentonville, AR, a brother Raymond (Alice) Maynard of Kentucky, two sisters, Fonnie Rucker of Ocala, FL, Betty Sue (Doug) Kjos of Summerfield, FL, 6 Grandchildren, and 3 Great-Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her...

Tanya Mae (Heybeck) Merritt, age 68, a resident of the Ocala Forest area for 20 years, passed away peacefully, Sunday May 7, 2023 at Estelle's Hospice House. She was born August 23, 1954, in Union City, PA. The daughter of the late Albert Raymond Heybeck, and her mother Nancy Ellen (Long) Dearbeck still surviving at age 88. She is survived by her husband of 51 years Rick Allen Merritt, her son Robb Allen Merritt and a daughter Angela J. Perez who had her only grandchild Naomi Ki Perez who resides in Ocklawaha, FL. She is also survived by her 2 sisters Jennie Lynn Caldwell (Charles), and Stacey Ann Bedow. Cremation arrangements were handled by Florida Cremation Society Ocala, FL. Family...

Joy (Minton) Dingee passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023, at the age of 93. She is survived by daughters Marie (David) Wodaege, Joy (Primoz) Klemencic, Ann Hatch, Barbara (Bill) Higgins and Susan Stevenson; twelve grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, David Dingee, and sister Fran Latoza. Joy's calm demeanor was a stabilizing force on her family, enabling her husband to fully embrace life and her children to tackle the unknown. She loved to travel, shop for antiques, paint, and experience new things, as well as be with her family. She felt her greatest accomplishment was her children and the close ties between them, which...

Gregory A Carlew Son of Robert and Patrica Carlew Survived by wife Elizabeth Carlew Sisters: Debra Carlew, Theresa Minuck, Patrica Neville, Barbara Aguero, Brenda Anderson Nieces and nephews, Stepson and family,2 Step Daughters and families and 6 grandsons Pre deceased by son Jared Carlew

Robert Halloy passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023. He was the oldest of eight children born to Emil and Rose Halloy (deceased) in Bridgeport, Ohio, May 21, 1947 and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan. He is survived by his wife, of over 53 years, Michele, daughter Sharyn Fisher and her boyfriend, David and son Alan and his wife Leah. He also leaves behind his beloved four grandsons... Kendall, Kyle, William and Andrew as well as his 7 siblings...Sherley, Carol Vavra (Tony), Jim, Bill (Val), Ginger Barcus, Dick (Kati) and Ken and many wonderful nieces, nephews, brothers and sister in law, aunt, cousins and friends. He spent six years in the U.S. Navy and then pursued his college degree...