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Ethel Ann Adair

Ethel Ann Adair

Nov 24, 2024

Ethel Ann Adair, age 81, of Anthony, Florida, passed away on November 24, 2024. She was born on September 1, 1943, in Delbarton, West Virginia, a daughter of Tommy and Margaret Adair. 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded by; son, Walter Gilley Jr; daughter, Angela Kay Gilley; sister, Ima Jean Watts.

She leaves behind; one son, Dennis Gilley (Patty); daughter-in-law,...

Drollene Mae Brown

Drollene Mae Brown

Nov 23, 2024

Drollene P. Brown

Author, Activist

Our Mom, Drollene P. Brown, 85, departed for her next great adventure on November 23, 2024 in Ocala, Florida. She was born on September 24, 1939 to Evelyn (McClure) and Wilson Plattner in St. Albans, West Virginia. She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, Albert J. Brown, Jr. Her former husband, Charles R....

Ruth Ward Raymer

Ruth Ward Raymer

Nov 22, 2024

Ruth Berryman Raymer of Fort McCoy, Florida, passed away on November 22, 2024. She was born on January 20, 1948 in Surry County, Virginia. Her family moved to Burwell’s Bay in Isle of Wight County where she spent most of her younger life. She was a graduate of Smithfield High School. She met Don Raymer, the love of her life, and began their great...

Willis E. Chesser

Willis E. Chesser

Nov 21, 2024

Willis E Chesser, age 84, of Salt Springs, Florida, passed away on November 21, 2024. He was born on January 3, 1940, in Palatka, Florida, a son of Willis L and Eva Mae Chesser.

He grew up near Johnson, Florida, and graduated from Melrose High School. He was employed with Clay Electric Cooperative for 38 years. Willis was a member of the First Baptist...

Ruth Louise Hodge

Ruth Louise Hodge

Nov 19, 2024

Ruth Louise Hodge, age 65, of Silver Springs, Florida passed away on November 19, 2024 at home in Silver Springs, Florida. She was born on March 13, 1959 in Standish, Michigan a daughter to the late James F and Jennie J (Greenhoe) Anderson. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by three brothers, Fred Anderson, Carl F. Anderson...

Teresa Almany Castle

Teresa Almany Castle

Nov 18, 2024

Teresa “Teri” Almany Castle

July 13, 1956 – November 18, 2024

Teresa “Teri” Almany Castle, 68, born in Winter Park, FL and resided in Reddick, Fl. tragically left us, due to an auto accident on 11/18/2024.

Preceded in death are Father Douglas H. Almany, Mother Elizabeth O. Almany, Sister Donna A Jones and Brothers Ronald Almany and James Almany.

Teri is survived by her husband, Steven...

Thomas George Chadwick

Thomas George Chadwick

Nov 18, 2024

Thomas George Chadwick, age 71, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 18, 2024. He was born on April 11, 1953, in Saratoga Springs, New York, a son of Shirley Lorman.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory; wife, Terry Chadwick along with many family and friends. 

Countryside Funeral Home has been entrusted with the cremation arrangements. 

Anthony Charles Kernan

Anthony Charles Kernan

Nov 17, 2024

Anthony Charles Kernan, "Tony", age 54, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 17, 2024. He was born on March 20, 1970, in Proctor, West Virginia, a son of Charles and Agnes Kernan. 

Preceded by: brother in law, Chris Shutler

He leaves behind to cherish his memory daughter, Cailin Kernan; Fiancée Andrea Satorski; parents, Charles and Agnes Kernan; brother, John(Phyl) Kernan; Sisters,...

John William Moore

John William Moore

Nov 14, 2024

John William (Coach) Moore

John was born in Johnstown, Pa on August 24th, 1939 and passed away on November 14th, 2024 at the age of 85 years. 

John attended Waynesburg College in Waynesburg, Pa on a Wrestling Scholarship and it was his college years that sparked the huge love of the Sport of Wrestling. He wrestled all 4 years and was a...

Mary Jane Johnson

Mary Jane Johnson

Nov 8, 2024

Mary Jane Johnson, age 97, of Ocala,Florida,passed away on November 8,2024. She was born on July 4, 1927, in Sunflower, MS, a daughter ofJahgo and Modena Wright.She is preceded in death by her husband Johnny Johnson in 1988. sisters, Cora Johnson, Addie B. Smith and brother Albert Eaton.She leaves behind to cherish her memory; sons, Nathaniel Street, OtisStreet, John L....

Michael Robert Lynch

Michael Robert Lynch

Nov 7, 2024

Michael Robert Lynch, 53, passed away on November 7, 2024 in Ocala, Florida. He was born March 15, 1971 to Raymond Arthur Lynch and Elaine Ellen Landrum in Miami, Florida. 

He is preceded by mother, Elaine Landrum Lynch.

He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Alison Lynch; son, Brian Lynch; daughter, Lori Lynch; father, Raymond Lynch; brother, Kevin Lynch. 

A...

Harry Frederick Long

Harry Frederick Long

Nov 6, 2024

Harry Frederick (Fred) Long, age 77, of Ocala, Florida passed away on November 6, 2024. He was born on June 2, 1947 in Ocala, Florida. A son of Stephen and Etta Pearl Long.

He is preceded by; Brothers, Gerald Long, Ernest Long, Elbert Long, Floyd Long 

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of 43 years, Joyce Long, Son, Shaun...

Mary McGee Rhoden

Mary McGee Rhoden

Nov 6, 2024

Mary McGee Rhoden, 78, of Salt Springs, went to be with the Lord on November 6, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born September 19, 1946, in Starke, Florida to Walker and Mary Lou McKelvey McGee. Mary was a ray of light in this world and instantly loved by all who knew her. She was a long-time member of...

James Dean McNamara

James Dean McNamara

Nov 5, 2024

James, Dean McNamara, age 66, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 5, 2024. He was born on September 17, 1958, in Baltimore, Maryland, a son of James C. McNamara and Catherine Divers.

He is preceded by; mother, Catherine L. Divers; brother, Richard McNamara; a niece, Kellie. He leaves behind to cherish his memory; wife, Vicki McNamara; sister in law, Betty...

Edwina M MacMillan

Edwina M MacMillan

Nov 5, 2024

Edwina M. MacMillan, age 85, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 5, 2024. She was born on April 3, 1939, in Boston, Massachusetts, a daughter of Edward and Dorothy McIsaac.

She is preceded by her parents, Edward and Dorothy, her sister Sharon Kapenas, and her husband James MacMillan.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory; sons, Jeffrey MacMillan, Timothy MacMillan (Cara) and...

Katrina Leigh Kinard

Katrina Leigh Kinard

Nov 4, 2024

Katrina Leigh Kinard, age 64, of Silver Springs, Florida, passed away on November 4, 2024. She was born on June 27, 1960 in Lake City, Florida.

She is preceded in death by her Father, Robert Kinard and her Mother, Edith Kinard.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory; sisters, Cindy Lowe (F.E.), Debbie Johnson (Frank) and Robin Lanier. She also leaves behind numerous...

Leon Samuel Cheatom

Leon Samuel Cheatom

Nov 4, 2024

Leon Samuel Cheatom, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 4, 2024, in Ocala, Florida. He was born December 10, 1938, in Silver Springs, Florida, to Charles W. Cheatom and Florence Gray Cheatom. 

He worked as a Captain for the Marion County Sheriff's office and was a manager for Silver Springs Park for 55 years. He is...

Gregory Allen Linton

Gregory Allen Linton

Nov 3, 2024

Gregory Allen Linton, age 78, of Anthony, Florida, passed away on November 3, 2024. He was born on May 6, 1946, in Martinsburg, West Virginia, a son of Wes and Helen Linton.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory; wife, Leslie Linton; sons, Steven Linton (Katie), Justin Linton (Elizabeth), Jared (Kaitlyn); sister, Sharon Blount; three grandchildren.

A service is scheduled to take...

Michele Gurganus Cucura

Michele Gurganus Cucura

Nov 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Michele Gurganus Cucura, announce her peaceful passing on Lord’s day, November 3, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on February 3, 1950, in Norfolk, Virginia, the first born daughter of Milton and Nettie Gurganus. Michele was a devoted and loving wife of 54 years, mother, and...

Judy Diane Hendrix

Judy Diane Hendrix

Oct 29, 2024

Judy Diane Hendrix, age 73, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on October 29, 2024. Judy was born on August 10, 1951, in Talladega, Alabama. She was a loving sister, wife, mother and grandmother.

 Judy graduated high school in Miami, FL, in 1970. In 1987, she moved to Apopka, FL, to raise her three children. Judy worked as an accountant/bookkeeper. When she...

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