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Beverly Anne Benjamin, 84, of Summerfield, Florida passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2023, at her home in Stonecrest. She was the wife of the late Alfred R. Benjamin, Sr. They were married for 55 years until he passed away in 2018. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Clara (Vadney) Barber. Beverly was an avid golfer, enjoyed trivia, and playing board games. She especially loved her dog and companion Peanut. Beverly was very active of St. Theresa's Catholic Church serving as Lector and working in the front office. Beverly was the beloved mother of Susan A. Hanrahan and her husband Joseph of Coventry, RI and Alfred R. Benjamin, Jr. and...

Daniel L. Shuster, 76, of Summerfield, Florida passed away June 6, 2023, at Ted & Diane Brandley House, Summerfield, Florida. He was the husband of Kathleen Shuster for over 52 years. Daniel born February 2nd, 1947 Saginaw, Michigan was the son of the late Lyle and Edith (Graham) Shuster. He grew up in Oakley Michigan and went to Chesaning Union High School graduating in 1965. He received his Bachelor of Sciences from Michigan Tech, his MBA from Western Michigan University and he was a Certified Public Accountant. Mr Shuster served in the US Army in Vietnam 1970 and was awarded the Bronze Star. He loved God, his family and country. Dan was a humble man with a sense of humor. He did...

Robert Jesus Pila, 79, of The Villages, Florida passed away June 5, 2023, at Prestige Manor, Belleview, Florida. He was the husband of Janice Pila for 33 and a half years. Robert was born in Havana, Cuba a son of the late Antonio and Hilda Pila. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army for 24 years and retired as a Master Sergeant. He then worked for the Federal Government in Logistics for 20 years. He and Janice moved to The Villages in June 2006. He enjoyed playing pickleball, golf, bowling, racquetball, dancing, traveling and swimming. He was happiest when helping others enjoy themselves and have a good time. He was truly the life of any party! He was a generous and loving son, husband, father...

John Peter Linn, 83, of Summerfield, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on April 1, 2023. He was the loving husband of Margo Peck Linn and they were married 24 years. John was born in Syracuse, New York the son of the late Floyd and Lena Lanning Linn. John attended Liverpool High School and graduated preparatory school at the Manlius Military Academy. He received a full football scholarship from the University of Virginia where he was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. After graduating John was employed by and later became co-owner of Norton Star Dental Company. He was interested in aviation, received his pilot's license and flew for pleasure for many years. Besides being an avid...

Elfriede W. McCaskill, departed this life on March 9, 2023. Born in Stuttgart, Germany, but later became a long standing resident of Petersburg, Virginia. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hal McCaskill and a daughter, Linda Kuchavick Curchy. She is survived by daughters, Doris Kuchavick Avent, Caroline Kuchavick Reynolds (Ricky), Diana Kuchavick Glover (Brian), 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Helga Schmeisser of Germany as well as a host of other relatives and friends. She was a long time member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. No memorial service will be held. Her remains will be scattered at...

Otto W. Souder, 97, of Summerfield, Florida passed away on March 4, 2023 at his home. Mr. Souder served in the United States Army in Italy during World War II and was a banker for 42 years. Otto was a member of Hope Lutheran Church of Lake Weir. He was predeceased by his parents, Otto, Sr. and Olive Souder; daughter Lisa and wife Dolores (Dolly) Garvin of 60 years; and Leslie Tate, with whom he shared the love and companionship of marriage for several years. His son, Scott, brother, Richard and grandchildren survive him. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00am Friday, June 2, 2023 at the Lake Weir Campus of Hope Lutheran Church, 10495 SE Sunset Harbor Rd. Summerfield, FL 34491.Arrangements...

Wildwood, Fl. Alice Cheney Dufort, age 97, of Wildwood, Fl, and formerly of Bushnell, Fl, and Wells/Kennebunk Maine died on February 26, 2023, at the Hampton Manor Memory Care facility under the care of Hospice of Marion County. She was born in Kennebunk, Maine on April 11, 1925, the daughter of Josiah and Marion (Currier) Cheney. She married Roland Dufort on April 13, 1945, and they moved to Wells/North Berwick, Maine where they lived on Swamp John Road for over 50 years. During those years, she raised 8 children, worked as a chambermaid, ran her own greenhouse, made and sold Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls and cuddly Teddy bears. Ever busy, she also planted a large garden every year,...

Richard "Dick" Fitzgerald Stegemeier, affectionately known as "Stegie", loving husband, Father and Papa, passed away at the age of 82, with his wife, Donna, by his side. He was born to Richard and Helen Stegemeier in Indianapolis IN. Richard attended Cathedral High School in Indianapolis, and graduated from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH. He was an Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He began his career as a Stockbroker with Merrill Lynch and then had a long, successful career as an Investment Banker & Trust Manager. He enjoyed photography and traveling. He and Donna moved to The Villages, FL in 2005 from Indiana. He learned to enjoy golf and loved spending time...

It is with the deepest of sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Sheila Doolan Spencer age 72 on January 13th, 2023 at Brandley House in Summerfield, Florida after a long and most courageous fight against cancer. Her husband and daughter were by her side. Sheila was born on April 27, 1950 in New London, New Hampshire to Stanley and Valitia West Doolan. She attended Newport schools and graduated from St. Mary's High School in Claremont, New Hampshire in 1968. She attended nursing school at St. Joseph's Hospital in Nashua, New Hampshire. She subsequently met her future husband, Kevin Spencer, an aviation student. They were married in Newport, New Hampshire on July 25, 1970. The...

Max Camille Fayen, age 88, of Summerfield, FL passed away at the Brandley Hospice House on Saturday 10/29/2022. Condolences may be left at Hiers-Baxley.com

Robert L. McKnabb, 83, of The Villages, Florida passed away October 26, 2022, at his home in The Villages, Florida. He was the husband of Mary Frances McKnabb for 53 years. Robert was born in Chicago, Illinois, a son of the late Claude and Margaret McKnabb. Prior to his retirement he spent 33 years as a police officer for the city of Chicago. Robert and Mary moved from Chicago to Florida in 2000. He enjoyed playing golf and swimming. Robert will be deeply missed by his wife, Mary Frances McKnabb and daughter, Tara McKnabb of The Villages, FL and sons, Robert R. McKnabb of New Port Richey, FL and Michael McKnabb of the Villages, FL. He has 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by...

Charles Walter Hall, Jr., 83, of East Lake Weir, Florida passed away October 1, 2022, at The Villages Rehab and Nursing Center, Lady Lake, Florida. He was the husband of the late Helen Hall who passed away June 10, 2022. Charles was born in Hialeah, Florida, a son of the late Charles and Mary Hall. Brother of Lillian, Lorna and Flora and brother Joe. He was a member of the Ocklawaha United Methodist Church. Prior to his retirement he worked as a Systems Tech for Southern Bell Telephone. He loved fishing, making jewelry and painting. Love to BBQ and listing to Tapes. He is survived by; daughter, Terri Bramlett of Summerfield, FL and sons, Ronald Bishop of Dunnellon, FL, preceded...

Frederick Adam Leidner, 89, of Lady Lake, Florida passed away September 27, 2022, at The Villages Hospice House, The Villages, Florida. He was the husband of Charlotte Leidner who preceded him on October 3, 2021. Frederick was born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, son of the late Frederick A. and Helen M. Leidner. He was a Korean War Veteran of the U.S. Navy and lifetime member of the Lady Lake American Legion. Fred served with the Honor Guard for many years. Prior to his retirement he was a pilot for Whirlpool Corporation. Frederick is survived by daughters, Barbara Bredensteiner and her husband Michael of Campbellsville, KY and Judith Ann Roberts of Milo, IA and a son, Frederick J and his...

Clarence Marvin "Bud" Barnes, born October 12, 1943, died September 5, 2022. He was the son of Joseph Noel Barnes and May Magdaline (Kelley) Barnes. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Eula Lester Honson and a son, Jonathan Wayne Barnes. He is survived by his children Marvin, Michael, Cindy and Crystal Barnes; stepchildren Jim, Richard, Clayton and Leisa Davis and David and Connie Fishbaugh; and by his ex-wife, Linda Fowler. Bud is also survived by 12 grandchildren; several great grandchildren and adopted children. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of the Greeneville-Greene County Humane Society or to the Multiple Myeloma-American Cancer Society.

James F. Walsh, 82, of Summerfield, FL, died August 18 at his residence. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Verlyn Askew Walsh. Born June 23, 1940, in Scranton, PA, son of the late Joseph A. and Frances L. Walsh, he attended St. Paul's school for 9 years until the family moved to Clarks Green, PA. He graduated from Clarks-Summit Abington High School in 1958 where he played football, basketball, and baseball, and was elected into the National Athletic Scholarship Society. In 1962 he earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Scranton. At graduation, he was commissioned as a 2nd LT in the US Army and was also selected for Who's Who among Students In American Universities and...

Gail Annette Wilson, 70, of The Villages, Florida passed away July 2, 2022, at Mission Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, Oxford, Florida. She was the wife of Gary Wilson for 30 years. Gail was born in Erie, Pennsylvania a daughter of the late Samuel and Rose Fiorenzo. Prior to her retirement she worked for over 40 years for Metro Health Center and OBGYN Associates where she was a Lab Technician. Gail and Gary moved to Florida in May of 2018 from Pennsylvania. She was a great cook and make a great sauce. She enjoyed golf and gardening. She and Gary were married at the Disney Caribbean Resort at the gazebo. They were members of the Disney Vacation Club's Key West Resort. Gail loved...

John Raymond Sramek, ("Sram") 67, of The Villages, Florida, left this world in peace and in the arms of his wife on June 30, 2022, at their home in The Villages. He was the loving husband of Susan McClodden Sramek. Celebration of Mass on July 14, 2022 at St. Timothy Catholic Church, The Villages, Florida. Arrangements entrusted to Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 5946 SR Robinson Road, Belleview, FL 34420. Condolences may be left at Hiers-Baxley.com.

Helen Ann Hall (Mathers), 85, of East Lake Weir, Florida passed away June 10, 2022, Helen was born in Miami, Florida a daughter of the late Hueston and Helen Mathers. Prior to her retirement she worked as a manager for 25 years for the telephone company. Condolences may be left at Hiers-Baxley.com

Connie Taylor, 48, passed away in Summerfield, Florida on March 10, 2022. She was born in Steubenville, Ohio to Carol Cunningham and was the beloved daughter of Ron and Mary Boilegh. She was a loving mother to her children, James, Zachary, and Caitlin. Her passions were the loving care of her pets and gardening. She also loved spending time with her family and friends. Connie is survived by her mother, Mary (Jim) Patrick, her son, Zachary Taylor of Ohio, her daughter, Caitlin Zatezalo of Florida, and her life partner, Mark Jarzonmbek. Connie and Mark moved to Florida from Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. Connie is also survived by her step-siblings, Jilda Lewis, Chris (Amy) Patrick, Tony...

Virginia D. Macdonald, 80, of Summerfield, Florida passed away February 12, 2022, at the Ted & Diane Brandley Hospice House, Summerfield, Florida. She was the companion of Vincent Looft for 27 years. Virginia "Ginny" was born in Decatur, Illinois the daughter of the late C. Thomas and Jennie Duncan. Prior to her retirement she enjoyed refurbishing antiques and enjoyed charity work. She was a member of the Silver Springs Shores Presbyterian Church, Ocala, FL. She would like to be remembered as a good mother and friend who did the best she could under the circumstances. She felt that communication was very important as well as being honest and responsible for your own actions....

Angela Marie Giaco Coon, 69, of Summerfield, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family on December 22, 2021. Born in Brooklyn, NY on June 8, 1952, she was a longtime resident of New York City until she traded a tiny apartment in Flushing, Queens for acres of open space, fresh air, and freedom in Marion County in 1995. Ang wore many hats in life - daughter, sister, wife, aunt, friend - and put her heart and soul into all of them. She loved celebrating holidays with her family, dancing with her sister, a good laugh, and though more a lover than a fighter, she was an excellent shot. More than anything, she enjoyed spending time at home with her late husband, Lenny, and their...