Juanita Jaye Dyals

Juanita Jaye Dyals, also known as Dorothea Juanita Pittman, 83, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, in Ocala, Florida, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 8, 1942, in Ocala, Florida, to Louise Miriam Pittman and Massie Lee Pittman.

Juanita devoted many years of her life to working as a bank accountant, where she was known for her dedication, reliability, and strong work ethic. Above all, she cherished her family and deeply valued the time she shared with those she loved.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Calvin Dyals; and her significant other, Gary Wayne O’Neal, Sr.

She is lovingly survived by her sons, Todd O’Neal (Lisa) and David O’Neal; her daughter-in-law, Tammy O’Neal Boothby; her stepchildren, Ricky Dyals (Ling) and Cathy Abbott (Geoff); and her six grandchildren, Roxanne O’Neal, Heather O’Neal, Natalie O’Neal, Chase Boothby, Brooke Boothby, and Aspen Boothby.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Countryside Funeral Home, located at 9185 NE 21st Avenue, Anthony, Florida 32617.