Obituaries

Mar 17, 2018

MORGAN, Sarah Juanita Ocala - Sarah Juanita Morgan, 83, passed away March 17, 2018 surrounded by her family. Born January 15, 1935, in Shepherds Mountain, NC, to Delmar Birch and Ollie Jane Auman. She was a seamstress in furniture upholstery and crafts.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and siblings,...

Mar 13, 2018

Bruno Jackie Mandalari passed away March 13, 2018. He was born July 25, 1946 to Charles and Evelyn Mandalari in Kent, Ohio. He was retired from Ferguson Enterprises.

Survived by his son Anthony C. Mandalari and grandson Ethan P. Mandalari; sisters, Shirley Blodgett and the family of Charlene (Dick) Johnson, Jodi and Rick;...

Mar 12, 2018

Kenneth (Kenny) Colosimo, 48, passed away March 12, 2018. He was born April 16, 1969, in Orlando, Fl to David and Jo Ann Colosimo and resided in Ocala most of his life. He was a superintendent in construction.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Kevin Colosimo. He is survived by his loving...

Mar 11, 2018

Richard Harold Rosa

OCTOBER 29, 1987 ~ MARCH 11, 2018 (AGE 30)

The Rosa family and friends mourn the passing of Richard Harold Rosa, 30, who passed away on March 11, 2018. Richard was born October 29, 1987, in Warsaw, New York, to Vicki Mae Rowley and Michael Rosa. Richard grew up in North...

Mar 8, 2018

LLOYD, Patricia

Ocala - Patricia Ann Lloyd, 64, passed away March 8, 2018. Born November 16, 1953, in Ocala, FL, she has resided here most all her life.

She is preceded in death by her father, Herbert Vasco Lloyd. She is survived by her mother,...

Mar 7, 2018

Joyce Florence Ross, 76, of Reddick, FL formerly of Highland, NY was called home on Wednesday, March 7, 2018.  Joyce was born on September 17, 1941 to Marquis Van De Water and Dorothy Stevens. Mrs. Ross was predeceased by her parents and her beloved daughter Tracey Rebentisch of Carmel, NY.

Joyce is survived...

Mar 6, 2018

Schneider, Betty Kathryn Betty Kathryn Schneider, 95, passed away March 6, 2018 at the Legacy Health Hospice in Ocala, Florida. Born September 14, 1922 in Pickerington, Ohio, to Wayne W. Shupe and Edna Kathryn Brobst Shupe. She was a selector for Newell Glass Company, (Anchor Hocking).

She was preceded in death...

Mar 3, 2018

Larry Wayne Bond

OCALA, FL —  Larry Wayne Bond, 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family  Saturday, March 3, 2018. He was born in Powers, IN, to John Thomas and Anne (Frencko) Bond.

He was preceded in death by his parents and great-grandson, Tyler Allen Woodall....

Mar 3, 2018

BENNETT, Marilyn Ocala - Marilyn Bennett, 80, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018 surrounded by her family at Hospice Legacy House.  Born May 16, 1937, in Delta, OH, to the late Martin and Lucille Stites. She was a manager for Belk in Gainesville, GA for many years and later owned and operated Designer One Jeans...

Mar 1, 2018

WALTON, PAUL CLYDE Gainesville - Paul Clyde Walton, 86, passed away March 1, 2018. Born August 16, 1931, in Marion, SC, to Clyde Grant and Bertha (Clarke) Walton. He was a veteran of the US Navy and an Autobody repairman.

He is survived by his loving wife, Bobbi Walton; son, Tony...

Feb 27, 2018

Ocala - Nancy Carol Neuman, 75, passed away February 27, 2018. Born June 6, 1942, in Akron, OH to Harold and Velma Haft. She worked in the Hospitality industry for many years, and most recently with the College of Central Florida.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brother Harold Haft, Jr., and...

Feb 22, 2018

HALES, Margaret J.

Summerfield - Margaret J. Hales, 66, passed away February 22, 2018 surrounded by her family. Born December 5, 1951, in Adel, GA, to Aubrey Phillip and Odell Lucy (Bennett) Avery. She was a teacher’s assistant for Marion County School Board.

She is survived by...

Feb 20, 2018

BURBAGE, Dorothy Elizabeth Ocala - Dorothy Elizabeth Burbage, 89, passed away at home surrounded by her family on February 20, 2018. Born November 13, 1928 to Edgar and Ritha Mintz, she moved here from Norfolk, VA in 1950. She was a medical secretary.

She is preceded in death by her husband...

Feb 19, 2018

LYNCH, Steven Todd

Ocala - Steven Todd Lynch, 49, passed away February 19, 2018. Born March 9, 1968, in Wabash, IN, to James and Wilda Jean Lynch. He was owner of Lynch Flooring and Renovation Company.

He is survived by his daughters, Kayla Marie Lynch and Hope Lynch; father,...

Feb 15, 2018

BLOOM, Jesse David​ ​ Ocala - Dr. Jesse David Bloom, 98, went to be with the Lord February 15, 2018. He was born in Dubois, PA, on January 14, 1920, to Ernest Calvin and Margaret Jane Bloom. He joined the United States Army in 1944 as an Infantryman. After his service in the Army, he came...

Feb 13, 2018

NELSON, Marie

Anthony - Marie Nelson, 74, passed away February 13, 2018 at Florida Hospital.  Born May 12, 1943, in New Haven, CT, to Frank and Esetta Addario, she was a cook for the Public School System.

She is survived by her sons, Frank Nelson (Christina), Tommy...

Feb 12, 2018

Ocala - Renee Louise Bley, 47, passed away February 12, 2018. Born March 29, 1970, in Ocala, FL to Russell Wayne Gillispie Sr. and Margaret Mary Richard. She was a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service.

She is preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother, her loving husband...

Feb 11, 2018

MCKENZIE, Christopher Paul Ocala - Christopher Paul McKenzie, 53, passed away February 11, 2018. Born November 12, 1964, in Columbus, OH, to Roy and Pauline McKenzie. He was a construction mason.

He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Kathy McKenzie; son, Kevin Christopher McKenzie (Kayla Robbins); daughters, Christina Crace (Keith), Kristan Prill (Shawn),...

Feb 11, 2018

ZAGROCKI, Raymond

Ocala - Raymond "Ray" Zagrocki, 63, passed away February 11, 2018. Born May 19, 1954, in Sewickley, PA, to Eugene and Anna Zagrocki.  He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and was a framer in construction.

He is survived by his loving...

Feb 9, 2018

NEAL, Walter Hilary Ocala - Walter Neal, 73, passed away February 9, 2018 at his home. Born May 6, 1944, in Framingham, MA, to Frederick Arthur and Mabel (Wales) Neal. He was a machinery technician and veteran of the US Navy.

Hil is preceded in death by his parents and brother,...