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Darlene A, Jackson, 77 of Naples, Florida, passed away on 7/17/2024 in Naples, Florida. A memorial service will be held within the next few months. Service details will be provided soon. Darlene was born in Troy, Ohio to Harry T. Jackson and Mary J. Jackson on December 3rd, 1946. She went to school in Troy, Ohio. She graduated from Ohio State University and received a master's degree in the state of Massachusetts, where she worked as a Chief Probation Officer for several years. She was a member of the NAACP and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She attended Covenant Church of Naples. She is preceded in death by Phylis J. Warfield, her sister. She is survived by her sister Sondra...

Roger Dean Leith, 79, of Naples, FL, passed away on Sunday, June 23rd, at Physician's Regional Medical Center. Roger grew up in Lincoln, IL, and spent many years living in Cambridge Shores, KY, before moving to Naples, FL. He had a long and varied work history before finding his calling as a mail carrier with the United States Postal Service. He enjoyed boating out on the water, be it Kentucky Lake or the Gulf of Mexico. He loved to fish and watch NASCAR races. Surviving is his wife of 43 years, Susie Leith; his children Lyndsi Leith and Zane Leith; his five grandchildren Kelby, Brady, Logan, Sydney, and Ezra; his three brothers Scott, Phil, and Mark Leith; his cousin Roseanne Jackson;...

Roger Dean Leith, 79, of Naples, FL, passed away on Sunday, June 23rd, at Physician's Regional Medical Center. Roger grew up in Lincoln, IL, and spent many years living in Cambridge Shores, KY, before moving to Naples, FL. He had a long and varied work history before finding his calling as a mail carrier with the United States Postal Service. He enjoyed boating out on the water, be it Kentucky Lake or the Gulf of Mexico. He loved to fish and watch NASCAR races. Surviving is his wife of 43 years, Susie Leith; his children Lyndsi Leith and Zane Leith; his five grandchildren Kelby, Brady, Logan, Sydney, and Ezra; his three brothers Scott, Phil, and Mark Leith; his cousin Roseanne Jackson;...

Jane Wolf, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, in Naples, FL, surrounded by her loving family. Jane was married to her love, Donald Wolf, who predeceased her in 2014. She was also predeceased by her late husbands, Ken Hofer and Warren Jackson. Jane is survived by her son, David Jackson, (his fianc?e, Alicia Depatsy) of Boston, MA; her daughter, Wendy Murphy of Augusta, GA; and her sister, Carol Panken of Michigan. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Kelly Jackson; Sophie Jackson, Todd Jackson, Autumn Murphy, Lindsey Tordoff and her husband John Russell. Jane's legacy of love, kindness, and impeccable style will be deeply missed but remembered with immense love...

Kevin Paul Back, 44, of Naples, Florida died at home on May 21, 2024 following a struggle with autoimmune diseases. He was born in Belleville, New Jersey to Randy and Debra Back, He grew up in Toms River, NJ. Kevin attended Toms River High School North before going to work as a Home Construction Supervisor. Kevin loved playing baseball as a young man, loved his dogs, and cherished his trucks. His sense of humor was infectious, and he was loved by all. Kevin is survived by his parents, Randy and Debra Back, his brother David and his wife Jessica, and his furry sidekick Bentley. A memorial service is TBD.

Judith Ellen Varian of Boston, Massachusetts passed away on Monday, May 13th, 2024 in Naples, Florida. Judy was born in Boston to her parents Joan and David Redmond on September 10th, 1962. She graduated from Norwood Highschool and attended the Massachusetts General Hospital School of Nursing. She was a loving and caring nurse for so many patients at many places in Naples, but most recently at Solaris North Naples. Her care for patients was unparalleled and she was known for her wit, compassion and ability to light up any room. If she was not caring for her patients, Judy was a devout mother for both of her kids, Catie Beth and Patrick. She would attend every horse show with Catie Beth...

Elsie Rawson Fessler died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She was 94 years old. Elsie was a generous, compassionate, fun-loving woman who listened actively to anyone who needed an ear and made all around her feel at ease and special. She also was a staunch advocate for civil and human rights and strove to make the world a better place. Born on February 6, 1930, in Cass City, Michigan, Elsie was the daughter of W. Audley Rawson, a farmer and two-term Michigan state Senator as well as a four-term member of the state House of Representatives, and Lena Mary Day Rawson, a homemaker and partner in running the farm. Elsie was the valedictorian of the Class of 1948 at...

Juanita Irene Henning, loving matriarch, was born January 24, 1931, in Marble Rock, Iowa, to Helen Gruis Cooper. She was confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer, Iowa, and graduated valedictorian in 1948 from Franklin Consolidated School in Latimer, Iowa. She married her high school sweetheart, Owen L. Henning, on Feb. 5, 1949. To this union, two children were born: Jeffry Lynn and Colleen Ann. Juanita was a strong and accomplished woman who lived life to the fullest, faced adversity with grace and dignity, and hoped that her outlook on life would live on through the lives she touched. She was a people person who always enjoyed hosting folks in her home. Juanita found special...

Jane Purdy Berger of Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully in the early hours of March 27, 2024, her children at her side. The daughter of the late John Robert Purdy, Sr. and Effie Elrod Purdy, Jane grew up in the small river port town of Newport in Northeast Arkansas. She spent much of her youth working in her parents' flower shop. The beauty and language of flowers would be an essential influence in all that she did. Following her love of fashion, Jane moved to Dallas after graduating from Hendrix College to work as a buyer for Neiman Marcus. While there, she was introduced to Chuck Berger, the college roommate of a friend from her hometown. Chuck and Jane married in 1960 and began...

John Daniel Reedy, age 78, passed away peacefully in Naples, Florida on March 18, 2024, surrounded by his family. John was born in Mankato, Minnesota to John and Winnifred (Timmons) Reedy on September 27, 1945. He graduated from Loyola High School in Mankato in 1963. John married Jacqueline (Jackie) Buysse in Minneota, Minnesota on September 13, 1969. She is the daughter of the late Walter and Evelyn Buysse. John started his career with Alexander Grant & Co. as a Staff Accountant upon graduating from Mankato State University in December 1970 with a degree in accounting. He obtained his CPA certification in September 1973 and eventually became an Audit Partner. In 1988, he joined...

John Daniel Reedy, age 78, passed away peacefully in Naples, Florida on March 18, 2024, surrounded by his family. John was born in Mankato, Minnesota to John and Winnifred (Timmons) Reedy on September 27, 1945. He graduated from Loyola High School in Mankato in 1963. John married Jacqueline (Jackie) Buysse in Minneota, Minnesota on September 13, 1969. She is the daughter of the late Walter and Evelyn Buysse. John started his career with Alexander Grant & Co. as a Staff Accountant upon graduating from Mankato State University in December 1970 with a degree in accounting. He obtained his CPA certification in September 1973 and eventually became an Audit Partner. In 1988, he joined...

John Daniel Reedy, age 78, passed away peacefully in Naples, Florida on March 18, 2024, surrounded by his family. John was born in Mankato, Minnesota to John and Winnifred (Timmons) Reedy on September 27, 1945. He graduated from Loyola High School in Mankato in 1963. John married Jacqueline (Jackie) Buysse in Minneota, Minnesota on September 13, 1969. She is the daughter of the late Walter and Evelyn Buysse. John started his career with Alexander Grant & Co. as a Staff Accountant upon graduating from Mankato State University in December 1970 with a degree in accounting. He obtained his CPA certification in September 1973 and eventually became an Audit Partner. In 1988, he joined...

Shirley May Teteak, 89, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024. She was born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin on July 16, 1934, to Elizabeth and Edward Baines. Shirley married Deral Teteak in Madison, WI on Feb. 12, 1955, when she officially became a football wife. Deral and Shirley were blessed with three children, Peter, Lynn and Jack and three grandchildren: Myles (Beth) Teteak, Katey (McClain) Southwell and Benjamin Jones. Shirley also had six great grandchildren. Shirley leaves behind her sister Donna (Dale) Kelley. She was preceded in death by her husband Deral, her son Jack and her sister Patricia (Dick) Hart. Shirley was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Being...

Shirley May Teteak, 89, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024. She was born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin on July 16, 1934, to Elizabeth and Edward Baines. Shirley married Deral Teteak in Madison, WI on Feb. 12, 1955, when she officially became a football wife. Deral and Shirley were blessed with three children, Peter, Lynn and Jack and three grandchildren: Myles (Beth) Teteak, Katey (McClain) Southwell and Benjamin Jones. Shirley also had six great grandchildren. Shirley leaves behind her sister Donna (Dale) Kelley. She was preceded in death by her husband Deral, her son Jack and her sister Patricia (Dick) Hart. Shirley was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Being...

Nina Repasky, age 92, passed away on February 19, 2024, following a brief illness, and just three months after the death of her beloved husband, Lou, her lifetime companion of over 70 years. Nina was never happier than being at home, surrounded by family, pets, and loved ones. She enjoyed relaxing in her favorite chair with her husband by her side reading the daily news to her when her vision no longer enabled her to read for herself. Evenings spent talking and laughing while enjoying a home cooked meal and an occasional vodka and tonic - especially if her favorite nephew Marc made it for her - were sources of immense pleasure, especially later in her long life when health issues made...

Harry David Bush, age 93 of Naples, Florida, passed away February 6, 2024.

Harry David Bush, age 93 of Naples, Florida, passed away February 6, 2024.

Dale J. Bartizal, 91, of Naples, Florida (previously of Vermilion, Ohio) died January 28, 2024, in Naples, Florida after a brief illness. He was a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in Marketing. Dale and his family moved from Glen Ellyn, Illinois in 1967 to Avon Lake, Ohio. He opened his own Western Auto hardware store in Vermilion, Ohio and successfully managed it from 1967 to 1973. His family moved to Vermilion in 1971 after a devastating house fire. It was his love of boating, fishing and the community that brought Dale to Vermilion. Dale entered the banking industry first as a branch manager of the Lorain National Bank in Avon Lake, Ohio in 1973. Shortly after, he...

Dale J. Bartizal, 91, of Naples, Florida (previously of Vermilion, Ohio) died January 28, 2024, in Naples, Florida after a brief illness. He was a graduate of Indiana University with a degree in Marketing. Dale and his family moved from Glen Ellyn, Illinois in 1967 to Avon Lake, Ohio. He opened his own Western Auto hardware store in Vermilion, Ohio and successfully managed it from 1967 to 1973. His family moved to Vermilion in 1971 after a devastating house fire. It was his love of boating, fishing and the community that brought Dale to Vermilion. Dale entered the banking industry first as a branch manager of the Lorain National Bank in Avon Lake, Ohio in 1973. Shortly after, he...

MARTHA MCCLELLAND D'Anniballe, of Naples, Fl. passed away on January 24, 2024. She was born, March 28, 1930 in Weirton, WV. The daughter of the late George and Hazel Fern Hutchinson McClelland, and the spouse of the late Leo John D'Anniballe. She has two surviving children, Leo D'Anniballe, Jr. and his spouse, Michele D'Anniballe, and daughter, Elizabeth LoPresti and her spouse, Paul LoPresti, a grandson, William LoPresti and his spouse, Cristina LoPresti, and their children, who are her two great-grandchildren, Ava and Luca LoPresti. Martha is survived by her sister, Frances McClelland Maslowski and had four brothers: the late John McClelland, Noble McClelland, Tom McClelland, Billy...

MARTHA MCCLELLAND D'Anniballe, of Naples, Fl. passed away on January 24, 2024. She was born, March 28, 1930 in Weirton, WV. The daughter of the late George and Hazel Fern Hutchinson McClelland, and the spouse of the late Leo John D'Anniballe. She has two surviving children, Leo D'Anniballe, Jr. and his spouse, Michele D'Anniballe, and daughter, Elizabeth LoPresti and her spouse, Paul LoPresti, a grandson, William LoPresti and his spouse, Cristina LoPresti, and their children, who are her two great-grandchildren, Ava and Luca LoPresti. Martha is survived by her sister, Frances McClelland Maslowski and had four brothers: the late John McClelland, Noble McClelland, Tom McClelland, Billy...