Obituaries

Jul 27, 2017

Pastor David Allen Chaffin, 63, of Ocala, Florida was welcomed into glory on July 27th, 2017 with his wife and family by his side.

David Chaffin was born July 9, 1954, in Springfield, Ohio to Mr. and Mrs. Everett Chaffin.  He was the second child born into the family of three.

Jul 26, 2017

MEURY, Barbara Jean Morriston - Barbara Jean Meury, 78, passed away July 26, 2017.  She was born September 30, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, to Leslie and Edith C. Hunter. She moved to Levy County from Cape Coral, Florida in 2002. Barbara was a dedicated wife and mother.

Barbara is preceded in death by her loving husband, Albert R. Meury;...

Jul 23, 2017

Mrs. Iris Ann Avery Tapley, age 65, of Sandersville, died Sunday, July 23, 2017, at Ocala Regional Medical Center following an extended illness.  A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 29th at 2:00 p.m. at First Church of the Nazarene in Sandersville with burial at 4:00 p.m. in Dublin Memorial Gardens in Dublin.  Reverend Gary Mimbs and Reverend...

Jul 21, 2017

RICHEY, Robert Denzil

Ocala – Robert Denzil Richey, 69, passed away July 21, 2017.  He was born August 8, 1947, in Akron, Ohio to Denzil Cortland Richey and Anne Elizabeth White Richey.  He was a retired Civil Engineer and a Vietnam Veteran in the United States Army and a brother in...

Jul 19, 2017

DRAGANO, Alessandra Hope "Alessa" Ocala - Alessandra Hope Dragano, 3, passed away July 19, 2017.  Born July 28, 2013, in Peoria, IL, to Leo Earl Drye and Kayla Marie Dragano-Drye. Alessa was a bright ray of sunshine from the moment she got up and until the sun was down and time for bed. She loved Minnie mouse and enjoyed...

Jul 17, 2017

Scotty Randolph Shinn, 63, passed away July 17, 2017.  He was born on December 28, 1953 to Robert and Arlin (Wiebel) Shinn.

He is survived by his brother, Robert Shinn (Catherine), and sisters, Susan Lester (Michael) and Arlin Rehrer (James).

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Countryside...

Jul 14, 2017

FERNANDEZ II, Jose Antonio

Ocala - Jose Antonio Fernandez, 76, passed away with his family by his side, July 14, 2017. Born July 11, 1941, in Palma Soriano, Cuba, to Jose Antonio Ferndandez and Blanca Desce. He moved to Miami in 1963 with his family and worked as a welder in...

Jul 14, 2017

RIVELLO, Ralph Salt Springs - Ralph Charles Rivello, 69, passed away quietly July 14, 2017.  He was a gentle man born September 24, 1947, in Attleboro, MA, to Ferdinand and Constance Rivello, both deceased. He moved to Marion County from Minter City, Mississippi in 2016.

He is survived by his sons, Ralph Rivello...

Jul 13, 2017

BRIGHT, Shelia Fayette

Silver Springs - Shelia Fayette Bright, 58, passed away July 13, 2017.  Born September 30, 1958, in Big Springs, Texas, to James Harrison Kelly and Maggie Virginia Wilson. She was a cashier in retail. She enjoyed spending time with her family, church family and friends.

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Jul 12, 2017

Ocala -Adam Edward Rendall, 41, passed away July 12, 2017.  He was born April 27, 1976, in Royal Oak, Michigan to Gary and Patricia Rendall. He moved to Marion County from Detroit in 2003 and worked as a Marion County Sheriff's Deputy. Adam is survived by his father, Gary Rendall (Marilyn); mother, Patricia Galinis; loving wife, Carmen...

Jul 11, 2017

DARDEN, Lois

McIntosh - Lois C. Darden, 85, passed away July 11, 2017.  She was born August 29, 1931, in Valrico, FL. She graduated from Ocala High School and was married to the love of her life, Johnny H. Darden for 43 years until his death in 1994. Mrs. Darden was...

Jul 10, 2017

Ocala - Faith Ann Jacob, 56, passed away July 10, 2017.  She was born September 19, 1960, in Fulton, New York to Erwin and Marjorie Reddick. She was a loving mother, sister, and friend. Faith is survived by her son, Joseph Jacob; brothers, Kenneth Reddick, Erwin Reddick, Kevin Reddick; and sister Robin...

Jul 9, 2017

CHASTAIN, Rita Ward Ft. McCoy - Rita W. Chastain, 85, passed away July 9, 2017. Born October 19, 1931, in Miami, Florida, to Ira A. and Ona Rita Smith. She has lived in Marion county for the past 47 years and was a dedicated mother, wife, and homemaker.

Rita is preceded by her loving husband, Jack...

Jul 6, 2017

TAYLOR Jr., Ernest James

Ocala - Ernest J. Taylor, Jr., 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 6, 2017. Born May 7, 1937, in Chester, Pennsylvania, to Ernest and Pearl Collins Taylor. He has lived in Marion for the past 50 years and worked as a maintenance supervisor.

Ernest is preceded by his parents...

Jul 4, 2017

NOVINGER, Sharon Lee

Anthony - Sharon Lee Novinger, 74 , passed away July 4, 2017. Born March 26, 1943 in Oklahoma City, OK to McClarnie Cecile Light and Rosalie Fern Smith.

Sharon is preceded in death by her brother, Harold.

She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Clifton E. Novinger; daughters,...

Jun 26, 2017

DUBOSE, William "Billy" Keith Ocala - William "Billy" DuBose, 62, passed away June 26, 2017. Born February 19, 1955, in Ocala, Florida to Melvin K. and Barbara I. DuBose. He has lived in Marion and St. Johns County most all of his life and worked in marine manufacturing.

Billy is preceded in death by his father, Melvin...

Jun 26, 2017

Donna Marie Pettegrew Thompson

Anthony  -Donna Thompson, 63, passed away peacefully under the care of Hospice on June 26, 2017.  She was born July 14, 1953, in Waterbury, Connecticut to Drusella and Thomas C. Thompson. She was a horse trainer for many years and lover of the Equine Industry. Donna is survived by her ex-husband , Paul Pettegrew; sons, Brent Garthwait...

Jun 23, 2017

MONSIGNORE, Richard Anthony Ocala - Richard A. Monsignore, 71, passed away June 23, 2017. Born April 21, 1946 in Somerville, Massachusetts, to Joseph and Mary R. Monsignore. He moved to Marion County from Davie, Florida over 32 years ago. He was a member of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church. Richard is preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Pat & Joey Monsignore....

Jun 22, 2017

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Helen Joy Palmer, age 84, passed away at home Wednesday, June 22, 2017.  Helen was born June 11, 1933 in Mayfield, KY.  She was a registered nurse for most all her life.

Helen is preceded in death by her parents, William Payne and Jettie Hargrove; husband, Bobby Joe Palmer; son, Mark Palmer; three...

Jun 20, 2017

Ocala -

Kelly A. LeJeune, 54, passed away June 20, 2017. Born November 5, 1962, in Skowhegan, Maine, to Alfred and June A. Charrier. She moved to Marion County from South Florida 25 years ago and was a Teacher at Maplewood Elementary School.

Kelly loved to laugh, spend time with family and friends and go...