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the world's most loyal Indy 500 fan, died peacefully on September 19, 2022, in Clearwater, Florida, from sudden complications of acute myeloid leukemia. In May, he went to his 76th race, missing only one since age 6 and then only because he was hit by a train. As his friends and family knew very well (because he regularly reminded them), he would've turned 83 in November. Larry (Joe to Indiana family and friends) is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Shelley and Alan Breaud, daughter Stacey Pearson, and Patty Barker and their beloved Golden Retriever, Hobie. He was the proud PaPa to his grandson tech support team, Hudson (Stacy) and Harrison (Katherine) Breaud and Hal Lambert. His...

age 50, of Largo passed away September 11, 2022 . Survived by her husband Roland, son Kevin, daughter Emma. Her parents Robert and Hajrie Vangjeli and sisters Etleva and Ilda. She was Albanina hairdresser at The Cottage in Seminole. Visitation Saturday 2pm to 4 pm and service Sunday 1PM at the Hubbell Funeral Home 499 N. Indian Rocks Road , Belleair Bluffs, Fla. 33770

Mary Emelyn Ellis Buehrig, age 95, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her Clearwater, FL home on September 9, 2022. She is predeceased by her parents: Walter Britton Ellis and Bertha Johnson Ellis, six of her siblings: Earl, Beryl, Walter, Robert, Richard, and Jim Ellis, 1 grandchild and 3 great-grandchildren. She is survived by one brother: Gerald Ellis (Jean,) her children: Robert Buehrig (Becky,) Britton Buehrig (Lavonna,) Cindy (Bruce Walker,) Gerald Buehrig (Lynn,) Bonnie-Sue (John Brandvik,) and David Buehrig (Maria.) She is further survived by 19 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great grandchildren, and many other beloved relatives. Mary was born and raised in in...

of Belleair, Florida reunited with his wife Bernice on August 10, 2022. View guest book for for information at

Dr. John Christopher Babka of Belleair, 78, joined his heavenly Father on August 10, 2022. His wife Robin Hazard was the love of his life and his rock for 53 years. Born in Cleveland, OH on Nov. 12, 1943, his parents John J. Babka, Jr. and Elaine Marley raised him in St. Clairsville, OH. He earned a congressional appointment to the US Naval Academy, where he excelled. He graduated from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1968, and he completed training in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Endocrinology at Naval Hospitals in Philadelphia and Bethesda. He was Executive Officer of Bethesda Naval Hospital and Commanding Officer of Pensacola Naval Hospital. Throughout his...

Dearest Marcia, 12/12/1939-8/5/2022, we love you and miss you every day. You did so much for so many always sweet and kind. We will never forget you. All our love, Adrienne, John, Debbie

29 November 1928- 12 July 2022 Patricia Ann Bishop died peacefully at her home on the Gulf in Belleair Beach, Florida. Pat was born in Tomahawk, Wisconsin to Thomas J. Kelley and Mary Elizabeth "Mae" Kelley. She joined two older brothers, Tommy, and Jimmy. Patty Ann grew up in a loving extended family, full of fun and laughter. She loved the outdoors, accompanying her father on timber drives, and hunting and golf outings, and spending time with her mother and cousins. Summers were spent at the family's cottage on Half Moon Lake with many cousins and friends from town. Pat attended St. Mary's School, and Tomahawk High School, graduating with honors. She attended St. Scholastica College,...

84 of Indian Rocks Beach passed away July 7, 2022. She is survived by her sons Scott (Christine) Burns, Rob (Andrea) Ruzicka, Grandchildren Rosalie and Travis. Visitation Wednesday 10 am until time of Service at 11am at the Hubbell Funeral Home 499 N. Indian Rocks Rd/ Belleair Bluffs.

Shirley (O'Brien) Sullivan on 7/1/22 in Largo, FL, age 88. She was born in New Bedford. Survived by sister Sandra Soares.

Joyce Marie LaLuzerne, 90 of Largo, entered into Eternal Peace on June 13, 2022. Born in Marinette, Wisconsin June 26, 1931. Joyce thrived being a part of her parish community and family at St. Patrick's Catholic Church and School in Largo. Joyce will be remembered for her love, generosity, faith, good humor, and singing. Joyce is lovingly survived by her husband of 68 years, Richard (Dick); 8 children, as well as 20 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren, 2 brothers and a sister. Visitation Thursday 5pm til 7pm at the Hubbell Funeral Home 499 N. Indian Rock Rd., Belleair Bluffs Fl. Funeral Mass Friday 11:30 am at St. Patrick Catholic Church ,1507 Trotter Rd, Largo, FL 33770. Entobment...

95, of Largo, FL passed away peacefully at home on June 8, 2022. He was married to the late Rita (Bie) Tami for 59 years, and is survived by his son, Richard H. Tami (Jo Ann) and his daughters Lauren and Jessica Tami, and by his daughter, Marie Tami Rives (Howard) and her daughters Jennifer and Robin Rives. "Lee" was born in Gaeta, Italy and raised in Genoa where he earned his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Genoa. He worked at NASA, the Department of Transportation, FAA and had a lengthy career as a government engineer after working in private industry. After retirement he enjoyed ballroom dancing, traveling and spending time with his four granddaughters. He was...

Frances June Johnis passed away Friday, June 3rd, 2022 in Largo, Florida. She was 92 years old, and is survived by four children, eight grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Johnis, who passed away on February 18th, 2015, at age 86. A Memorial Service Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 23rd, 2022, at 10 am, at Hubbell Funeral Home, 499 North Indian Rocks Road, Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770.

91 of Seminole passed away on May 31,2022. Survived by Son Van Voorhees, 3 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and brother B. J. Kinslow. Gathering Friday June17, 2022 from 11:00AM until 1:00 PM at the Hubbell Funeral Home 499 N. Indian Rocks Road , Belleair Bluffs ,FL.

born Nov. 1, 1942 and passed away May 24, 2022. She is survived by many nieces and nephews in Florida and Michigan.

T. Richard Leidig passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 19, 2022 at Largo Medical Center following a brief illness. Known to his family and friends as "Dick", he was born on March 23,1931 in Utica, NY to Clarence and Marian Williams Leidig. He graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1949 and from Bryant College (RI) in August, 1951 with a degree in Accountancy and Finance. At Bryant College, he was a member of Chi Gamma Iota and played basketball. Always industrious, Dick worked his way through college by washing dishes. On Nov. 24, 1951, Dick married his high school sweetheart, Lucille "Luci" Joyce Tyler at St. Peter's Church in Rome, NY. Dick and Luci celebrated their 70th...

T. Richard Leidig passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 19, 2022 at Largo Medical Center following a brief illness. Known to his family and friends as "Dick", he was born on March 23,1931 in Utica, NY to Clarence and Marian Williams Leidig. He graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1949 and from Bryant College (RI) in August, 1951 with a degree in Accountancy and Finance. At Bryant College, he was a member of Chi Gamma Iota and played basketball. Always industrious, Dick worked his way through college by washing dishes. On Nov. 24, 1951, Dick married his high school sweetheart, Lucille "Luci" Joyce Tyler at St. Peter's Church in Rome, NY. Dick and Luci celebrated their 70th...

T. Richard Leidig passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 19, 2022 at Largo Medical Center following a brief illness. Known to his family and friends as "Dick", he was born on March 23,1931 in Utica, NY to Clarence and Marian Williams Leidig. He graduated from Rome Free Academy in 1949 and from Bryant College (RI) in August, 1951 with a degree in Accountancy and Finance. On Nov. 24, 1951, Dick married his high school sweetheart, Lucille "Luci" Joyce Tyler at St. Peter's Church in Rome, NY. Dick and Luci celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Nov. 24, 2021 enjoying a special dinner with family. Dick began his career as an accountant with Rome Cable Corporation in Rome, NY...

"Wini" passed away May 7, 2022. She was a lifetime resident of Clearwater and graduated from CHS in1950. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Harold (Bud) Hampton; her parents Dennis and Callie Blackburn; her sister Hazel Ogles. She was an active member of St. Paul's Methodist Church. She is survived by her son, L. Michael Grider; daughter Patricia Grider Quinn (Maxie) and granddaughter, Tiffany Quinn Denson (Rush), 3 grandchildren and her brother Alton Blackburn (Cathy).

passed away on April 13, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Havana, Cuba on July 28th, 1938. 'Wally' as he was better known as, graduated from Villanova University in Cuba with a law degree. In 1960 he left Cuba, arrived in New York City, and attended the New School for Social Research, where he studied at night and earned his Master's in Economics. Later moving to Florida, he earned a law degree from the University of Florida and became a member of the Florida Bar. Wally's professional career provided him with numerous opportunities, from banking, aviation, entertainment, to government work. He particularly enjoyed his time with United Fruit Company, traveling to Central and...

of Largo passed away April 7, 2022. She was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. She enjoyed a successful career as a realtor for 40 years in Largo, Florida. Member of St. Jerome Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband Elwood, married for 63 years. Three sons, Michael and Brian of Largo, FL and Jeffrey (wife Jennifer) of Lutz, FL, brother Robert Curry of Largo, FL, five grandchildren Corbin, Curry, Hunter, Ryan and Alexis Ray, one great grandchild, Isabella. Visitation will be Monday April 18, 2022 from 4pm to 7pm at the Hubbell Funeral Home, 499 N. Indian Rocks Road, Belleair Bluffs, FL. Funeral Mass Tuesday, April 19, 11AM at St. Jerome Catholic Church, 10895 Hamlin Blvd.,...

Brand, Deborah Ann, 67 of Maderia Beach, FL went to her heavenly home on March 13th, 2022, after a courageous battle with breast and bone cancer. Deb was born in Fargo, ND on March 14th, 1954, to Dallas and Barbara Liebenow. Deb grew up in Fargo with her sister Becky graduating from Fargo South High School. She worked at several medical institutions eventually retiring from BCBS-ND. She married Jeff Brand, the love of her life on June 9, 1979, and moved to the family farm in West Fargo ND. She loved cats and took care of the many strays that wandered in. She was in several pool leagues, loved golfing and was a great karaoke singer. After her husband was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, they...