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Dr. George Kuzmishin, retired physician, died in Southlake, Texas on April 11, 2023. George was born in Erie, Pennsylvania on September 26, 1928, the youngest of eight siblings and the son of John and Helen Kuzmishin, immigrants from Slovakia. As a teenager in Erie, George developed a passion for golf when he worked as a caddie, and eventually Caddie Master, at Kahkwa Club. Upon high school graduation in 1946, George joined the U.S. Navy, earning the World War II Victory Medal. His rank as PhM3 and assignment as an operating room scrub nurse at Bethesda Naval Hospital ignited his interest in medicine. George attended the College of Wooster on the G.I. Bill of Rights, graduating in 1952...

Dale Frederick Morrison, of Naples, FL and Princeton, NJ, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023 after a courageous battle with lung disease. He was 74 years old. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Barbara (Rolland); his daughter, Andrea Eckert married to Benjamin Eckert; his son, Mark Morrison married to Brooke Morrison; his five adoring grandchildren, Elias, Ethan, Oliver, Brady, and Avery; and his brother, Marvin Morrison married to Diane Morrison. Dale was born on January 29, 1949 in Crookston, Minnesota, son of Delbert and Alice Morrison. He proudly shared stories about his childhood in North Dakota, where he helped on his family farm and later their general store in the...

Richard Thaddeus Huelsmann was born on February 14, 1944, and passed away on Sunday March 26, 2023 after a long battle with Frontotemporal Dementia (Aphasia). Richard was predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Marianne Huelsmann. He is survived by his loving son, Mark Richard Huelsmann, his wife Ashley, grandson Lannon, his brother Howard Huelsman, and wife Karen Huelsman all of Naples, FL. Richard obtained his Masters in Education and undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut in Chemistry and his 6th year from St. Josephs University. Richard was well-loved by peers and staff in his long standing career as a middle school principal in East Hampton, CT. Richard married the love...

Jack Solan, of Naples, FL, passed away on March 21, 2023, of a sudden heart attack, proving once and for all to his children that he had a heart. Jack was born on September 9, 1939 to the late John and Kathleen (Curtin) Solan in Lynn, MA. He attended St. Mary's High School in Lynn and graduated from Boston College in 1960, followed by three years of Army service in the Comptroller's Office in Heidelberg, Germany. Upon his return to Boston, he began his 34-year career with Ernst & Young. He served as Managing Partner in Manchester, NH; New Haven, CT; Stamford, CT; and finally Hartford, CT. He acted as National Partner in Charge of Recruiting and retired as Partner in Charge of Best...

Jerome Lewis King (Jerry) passed away on March 16th. Jerry was born on March 16, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended James Madison High School. He also attended the University of Michigan and Columbia Business School. Family was everything to Jerry. His favorite moments were the holidays, surrounded by family and good food. He could always be counted on to show up when times were tough and he was most needed. He was not a man of many words, but he was a man who loved deeply. Jerry, a 25 year resident of Sanibel and Captiva Florida, is survived by his wife of 45 years, Dale Anne Reiss, his 3 children, Stacey Hardin, Mitchell King, and Matthew King, his daughter-in-law Elizabeth...

Jerome Lewis King (Jerry) passed away on March 16th. Jerry was born on March 16, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended James Madison High School. He also attended the University of Michigan and Columbia Business School. Family was everything to Jerry. His favorite moments were the holidays, surrounded by family and good food. He could always be counted on to show up when times were tough and he was most needed. He was not a man of many words, but he was a man who loved deeply. Jerry, a 25 year resident of Sanibel and Captiva Florida, is survived by his wife of 45 years, Dale Anne Reiss, his 3 children, Stacey Hardin, Mitchell King, and Matthew King, his daughter-in-law Elizabeth...

Timothy Daniel Peck, age 65, of Naples, Florida passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023. Tim is survived by: his girlfriend Linda Glaeser of Bonita Springs, FL; his niece Kristen Peck Abato and her husband Christopher Abato and their son Nathan; his niece Kate Peck and her husband Woodrow Brown and their daughter Penelope; and his sister-in-law Joan Peck of Buffalo, NY. Tim grew up in Lancaster and Buffalo, the son of (late) Roger J. Peck Sr. and (late) Corrine J. McFarland Peck and brother to (late) Roger J. Peck Jr. Tim and his father were active in the Masons and Tim participated in the Squires program as a young boy and the DeMolay organization as a teenager. He graduated high school...

Charles Addison "Charlie" Gallon, 95 of Naples, Florida, beloved husband of Dolores (Kelley) Gallon for 68 years passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023 with his son and daughter at his side. Born in Hartford, CT on November 26, 1927 the son of the late Charles and Anna (Baker) Gallon he lived in Windsor, CT for 42 years raising his family and climbing the ranks of the Hartford Fire Department. A communicant of Christ Church Cathedral, Hartford, he graduated from Weaver High School, class of 1946. In 1972, he graduated from The Connecticut State College, (Central Connecticut State University). He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Charlie retired from the City of Hartford as Assistant Fire...

Barbara Ann Bollinger, 81, of Naples, FL, passed away February 19, 2023. She was born in Allentown, PA on July 21, 1941. Barbara graduated from Allentown High School and received an honors degree from the School of Hard Knocks. She was married to David Willard Bollinger on January 9, 1970. Barbara was survived by her husband of 52 years, David as well as her children, Michael Patrick Duggan, Kathy (Roger) Dellinger, James Scott Duggan, Barbara Ann (Richard) Kaufmann, and Robert David (Jaime) Bollinger. She also leaves behind 8 grandchildren, Autumn Edwards, Greta Dellinger, Madelynn Michelle Kaufmann, Bridgette Mary Bollinger, David Adler Kaufmann, Jerald Alden Kaufmann, Blake David...

Robert Lee Waid Jr., son of Robert and Billie Waid, died February 2 in Naples, Fl. He was 82. Bob is survived by Joyce, his wife of 61 years, daughter Natalie, her husband Scott, and son Michael. He also is survived by his younger brother, John Waid, and his family. See https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/naples-fl/robert-waid-11135566 for more information. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to your favorite animal organization in memory of Bob.

Robert Lee Waid Jr., son of Robert and Billie Waid, died February 2 in Naples, Fl. He was 82. Bob is survived by Joyce, his wife of 61 years, daughter Natalie, her husband Scott, and son Michael. He also is survived by his younger brother, John Waid, and his family. See https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/naples-fl/robert-waid-11135566 for more information. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to your favorite animal organization in memory of Bob.

Richard "Dick" Francis Deery, loving husband, father, brother and loyal, wonderful friend passed away after a long struggle with the complications of MDS (Myelodysplastic syndrome), on Sunday, January 22nd at AVOW Hospice with his wife, daughter and son-in-law by his side. He was born on July 1, 1938 in Wilmington, DE to the late Margaret (Loffredo) Deery and Francis Hugh Deery. Dick's father passed away at 33 years of age, when Dick was only 10 years old. His mother later married his stepfather, Milton Ennis, who is also deceased. Dick graduated from Pierre S. duPont High School in Wilmington, DE, and Massanutten Military Academy in Woodstock, VA. He then attended St. Joseph's College in...

On Tuesday January 10, 2023, Elsie M. Connell passed away peacefully in her sleep in Naples, FL. She was 99. Born to Elizabeth and Wright MacMillan, she is survived by her three children, James Jr., Elizabeth Henderson, and John, three grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Elsie's husband of 69 years, James R. Connell, passed away in 2013. Elsie received her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Connecticut College, and, after her children were grown, pursued a Masters of Library Science at Columbia University, graduating with honors. She worked for many years as a librarian at Briarcliff College. After retiring, she volunteered at local public libraries in Briarcliff Manor, NY, Edgartown,...

Alan was born on October 3rd, 1951 in Glen Ridge, NJ and was raised in Cedar Grove, NJ. He graduated from Little Falls High School, obtained his electrical license after apprenticeship, and worked as an electrician before starting his own successful business Award Electrical Construction Company in Cedar Grove, NJ. Alan was President of Award Electric for 32 years until his retirement to Naples, FL in 2014. Alan enjoyed working on projects and woodworking. He was an avid golfer, belonged to Rock Spring Club in NJ, and then became a member of Bonita Bay Club in Bonita Springs, FL. Alan was a sociable man with an amazing sense of humor who always left you feeling better about yourself when...

Barbara D. Elefante (Vento), 81, of Naples, FL passed away on December 29, 2022. For full obituary and service details, please visit www.hodgesnaplesmg.com

After attaining his 100th birthday and a lifetime of enjoyment and achievement, Dr. Morris J. Lipnik passed away peacefully at his Bonita Springs home on November 23, 2022. Born in August 1922 to Polish emigrants Lillian Portnoy and Louis Lipnik, Dr. Lipnik spent most of his life in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Lipnik was a graduate of Wayne State University's medical program and served two years in the Army which sent him for training at Walter Reed Medical Center. Dr. Lipnik completed his graduate work in Dermatology at his first choice school, The University of Pennsylvania, having rejected an offer from Harvard! In 1946 he married the love of his life, Lois Wertheimer, and began a...

Marilyn I Montgomery, 75, died on Wednesday Nov 9 at her home in Naples, Florida. Marilyn was born in New York City, grew up in Glen Rock New Jersey and graduated from Duke University with a degree in economics and Tulane University with an MBA. She worked for Allied Chemical/Allied Signal in multiple senior leadership positions for more than 25 years. Marilyn's last position was SVP, Materials Management for Engineered Materials. When retired, she enjoyed reading, playing tennis and bocce, traveling with her brother, Tom, and sister in law, Susie, and taking long walks with her beloved dogs, Waldo and Dudley, in Chatham, NJ, Brewster, MA and Naples FL. Marilyn was a kind and generous...

Marilyn I Montgomery, 75, died on Wednesday Nov 9 at her home in Naples, Florida. Marilyn was born in New York City, grew up in Glen Rock New Jersey and graduated from Duke University with a degree in economics and Tulane University with an MBA. She worked for Allied Chemical/Allied Signal in multiple senior leadership positions for more than 25 years. Marilyn's last position was SVP, Materials Management for Engineered Materials. When retired, she enjoyed reading, playing tennis and bocce, traveling with her brother, Tom, and sister in law, Susie, and taking long walks with her beloved dogs, Waldo and Dudley, in Chatham, NJ, Brewster, MA and Naples FL. Marilyn was a kind and generous...

David Wayne Campbell was called to his heavenly home on Friday, November 4, 2022. David was born on October 27, 1958 to LTC John and Catherine (Baker) Campbell in Hamilton, Ohio. David became a Floridian over 30 years ago when he was seeking job opportunities and warmth of the Florida sun. He had a passion for details in both his career and personal life. For the past 5 years he worked for OAK supervising construction of a medical building, churches, condos, and remodels to school facilities. He was known to be stubborn at times and fair to everyone. The past several years he took up boating and enjoyed time on the river with family. David was preceded in death by his parents, John and...

David Wayne Campbell was called to his heavenly home on Friday, November 4, 2022. David was born on October 27, 1958 to LTC John and Catherine (Baker) Campbell in Hamilton, Ohio. David became a Floridian over 30 years ago when he was seeking job opportunities and warmth of the Florida sun. He had a passion for details in both his career and personal life. For the past 5 years he worked for OAK supervising construction of a medical building, churches, condos, and remodels to school facilities. He was known to be stubborn at times and fair to everyone. The past several years he took up boating and enjoyed time on the river with family. David was preceded in death by his parents, John and...

David Scott Fuller passed away on Friday September 2nd, 2022 at Avow Hospice after a nine month courageous battle with cancer. Scott was born on December 15, 1947 in South Bend, IN. The only son of Ralph Fuller and Betty (Hatfield) Fuller. He graduated from St. Joseph's High School Class of 1966 and continued his education attending Ray Vogue School of Design in Chicago, IL where he received Associates Degrees in Graphic Design and Photography. He married Lynn Ann Humbel on December 4, 1976 in Monroe, WI. He changed careers in 1975 and moved to Madison, WI to join his parents and business partners Sonny and Jackie Anderson at Industrial Finishing Inc. The firm changed names to Prefinished...