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Paul F. Curcio, 88, of Fort Myers Florida passed away on December 3, 2022 at Hope Hospice House in Cape Coral, Florida after a lengthy illness. Paul was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he met the love of his life, Barbara, with whom he spent almost 65 years. He spent most of his life in Philadelphia and Bucks County, Pa. before moving to Florida in 1997. His distinguished career in law enforcement started with a tour in the Army National Guard Military Police, and continued in the Philadelphia Police Department, retiring from the Philadelphia Police K-9 unit before joining the Pennsylvania State Police Liquor Control Board, where he headed up the Eastern PA five-county PLCB until...

Joslyn C. Becker died on July 22, 2022, at age 85, in Hospice in Fort Myers, Florida. Eda Joslyn Caldwell was born to Oliver and Eda Caldwell on August 9, 1936, on the little island of Kulangsu, Fukien Province, China. Her father was a professor at Nanking University. Her mother was a recent graduate of Columbia University. Joslyn and her mother were evacuated from China at the beginning of hostilities with Japan. Joslyn, her mother, and her younger sister Gail spent the duration of the Second World War with the Holcombe grandparents in upstate New York, while her father served in China in the OSS. After the war, Joslyn's father took a position with the US government, and the family...

Joslyn C. Becker died on July 22, 2022, at age 85, in Hospice in Fort Myers, Florida. Eda Joslyn Caldwell was born to Oliver and Eda Caldwell on August 9, 1936, on the little island of Kulangsu, Fukien Province, China. Her father was a professor at Nanking University. Her mother was a recent graduate of Columbia University. Joslyn and her mother were evacuated from China at the beginning of hostilities with Japan. Joslyn, her mother, and her younger sister Gail spent the duration of the Second World War with the Holcombe grandparents in upstate New York, while her father served in China in the OSS. After the war, Joslyn's father took a position with the US government, and the family...

William G Prior Born 05/18/1942 passed away peacefully on 04/07/2022 in Fort Myers Florida. Native of South Buffalo NY. Loved by family and many lifelong friends. He was an avid golfer and a true Buffalo sports fan. Beloved son of George and Elizabeth Prior, sister Joan Shanahan deceased. Survived by Sharyn Prior, sons Christopher and Ryan Prior, siblings Madonna, Margie, George and Mary Ellen. He will be sadly missed by all who loved him. May you rest in PEACE "Billy"

Bruce Campbell Avery, 81, of Fort Myers, FL and Norwell, MA passed away on May 17, 2021 from congestive heart failure and kidney disease. Bruce was born on April 13, 1940 in Quincy, MA to Roland and Marjorie Avery. He attended Weymouth schools and graduated from Bentley College and the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. Bruce enlisted in the US Army Reserves serving as a chef in the early 1960's. On May 14, 1961, he married Virginia Rosier; they raised three children - Scott, Matt and Dawn - during their 30 years in Norwell. Bruce was a charter member of the United Church of Christ in Norwell; and upon retirement, he and Ginny became members of the Sanibel...

Charles Peder "Pete" Thomas, age 85, of Fort Myers, Florida was called home on Thursday, May 13, 2021. Pete was born on March 12, 1936 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the son of the late Rev. Dr. Victor and Olga (Bautz) Thomas. He was united in marriage to Judy (Irwin) on May 5, 1962 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Pete graduated from Watertown High School in 1954 where he held the posts of Student Council President and President of his Senior Class. He fulfilled a lifelong dream of attending college at the University of Wisconsin, Madison graduating in the fall of 1958 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. After graduation Pete took employment in the engineering...

Robert (Bob) Raymond, 80, Fort Myers Beach, FL, formerly of Auburn NH, died September 9, 2020 in Fort Myers after a yearlong battle from a stroke. Bob was born in Concord NH 7/29/1940 and graduated from Pembroke Academy. Retiring from Gibson Greeting cards in 1998, Bob turned to NH real estate, owning a Century 21 and later as a managing broker for Prudential Verani. Retiring again, Bob moved to Fort Myers Beach where he continued in real estate until he turned to his true passion and calling - politics. He fulfilled his passion by representing Fort Myers Beach citizens from the Local Planning, Town Council, Mayor and many Lee County agencies. Once term limited, Bob turned his energies...

Delores (Lester) Kondzich, 90, joined her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 17, 2020 at Lehigh Regional Hospital following a brief illness. She leaves her sons, David Kondzich (Goodyear, AZ), John Kondzich (Cape Coral, FL), Paul Kondzich (Cape Coral, FL) and daughter Connie (Opritza) Lancaster (Gainesville, TX). Four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Paul Kondzich who passed away 8 months ago. Born and raised in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Jack and Mary Lester. Brothers John Kokas and Michael Lester preceded her in death. Delores graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in Warren, OH in 1947. She worked at Ohio Lamp...

Amy Dye Kiesling, 104 of Fort Myers, FL passed away on October 30, 2019. She was born on January 15, 1915 in Muncie, Indiana. She is survived by her son James Dye, two grandchildren D.J. Dye (Nora) and Jody Jones (Nathan). She also leaves many great and great- great grandchildren and her caregiver Barbara Damrill. She was preceded in death by her first husband Joseph Dye and her second husband George Kiesling. Amy was an avid golfer, past President of Ball State University Alumni Association, she was involved with the Tri Kappa Sorority, as well as a member of the Continental Ladies Club. A graveside service will be 11:00 AM Saturday, November 16, 2019 at East Maplewood Cemetery, Anderson,...

Raymond Joseph Garing passed away peacefully at his home on September 12, 2019. He was 96 years young. He was born is Benton County, Indiana, the son of Joseph and Sadie (Klines) Garing. Ray was an honest, hardworking man with a dry sense of humor. As a farmer, he harvested crops of wheat, corn and soy beans. He became bored in the winter so he would go to Chicago to work in the factories. With energy to spare, Ray purchased some property in Lafayette, IN and would rent apartments to college students. Ray was an Arthur Murray dance instructor for over 50 years. He always said that dancing was the best exercise, and it was fun too. He gave private lessons in their home for many years....

Paul Kondzich, 94 of Fort Myers, FL died August 18, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born April 13, 1925 in Warren, OH and moved to Naples, FL in 1986. Paul was a veteran of WWII in the 179th Regiment. He was the recipient of 3 Purple Hearts. In Nuremburg, Germany he captured a German General. After the war, he married Delores (Dolly) Lester on August 7, 1948. He retired from Metropolitan Life Insurance Company after 30 years of service. Paul was an avid golfer and fisherman. He was a member of Foxfire Country Club in Naples and Pelican Preserve Country Club in Fort Myers. Paul is survived by his wife, Delores; 4 children, David (Nancy) Kondzich of Goodyear, AZ, Connie (John)...

Michael Benjamin Marino 91, of Fort Myers Florida passed away peacefully on June 30, 2019. Michael (Mike) Marino was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years Patricia Ann Lyell Marino and grandson Patrick Andrew Marino. Survived by his brother James William Marino, children Michele G. Lukens, Steven L. Marino, Beth Ann Earich, Michael R. Marino, Teresa M. Mullin, and Patrick M. Marino. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Born in Akron, Ohio, graduated from East High School, and was a member of the Honor Society. Mike continued his education at the University of Akron and served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Mike was an employee of Goodyear Tire and Rubber for...