Obituaries

Apr 24, 2024

Joy Criner Pilcher, September 5, 1943-April 23, 2024, aged 80 years old.  Survived by husband John, son Mike and his wife Crystal, grandchildren Willie and Ella and many nieces and nephews.  She was married to her husband John for 50 years.  She loved her family, and was the best wife, mother and granny.  She taught high school for 36 years...

Apr 23, 2024

Rhonda Ann Platt, age 63, of Citra, Florida, passed away on April 23, 2024.  She was born on April 2, 1961 in, Dover, Delaware. A daughter of Lloyd and Carol Bonham. She leaves behind to cherish her memory; her husband, James Mikel  "Mike" Platt; two sons, Cole Wayne Hill (Kaylee Dailey), Bronc Mikel Platt, his wife Cheyenne Costello; and a grandchild,...

Apr 21, 2024

Robert Edward Michael Jr., 53, passed away on April 21, 2024, in Ocala, Florida. He was born on August10 th , 1970, to Robert Michael Sr., and Pamela Hardy in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was the stepson ofEdward Krokoski. Robert worked as a construction manager most recently for Essentia, Inc. and over adecade for World Fiber Technologies. His work experience...

Apr 21, 2024

Patricia JoAnne “Patsy” Mills Marsee died April 21, 2024 in hospice care in Ocala, Florida. Patsy was born October 11, 1957 in Ocala, the daughter of Marvin Anson and Sarah Ratliff Mills. She joined two older brothers: Marvin A. Jr “Buddy” and James Allan “Jim”. She attended East Marion School, Ft. King Middle School, and graduated from Vanguard High School...

Apr 19, 2024

Zachary James Sheffield, Sr., age 25, of Ocklawaha  Florida, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 20, 2024. Zachary was born on November 12, 1998, in Ocala, Florida. He’s survived by his parents Isaac Sheffield and Rebecca (Gaskin) Roth; stepfather, Corey Roth; children, Tucker and Maryann O'Berry, McKenna Sheffield and Zachary Sheffield, Jr.; brothers, Tyler Sheffield and...

Apr 18, 2024

Dr. Dale Robert Hensel, a distinguished figure born and raised near Carmel, Indiana, passed away leaving behind a legacy of unwavering dedication and tireless service. Dale, at the age of 92, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Legacy Hospice Center in Ocala, FL.  He was a resident of St. Augustine for over 60 years. 

Dr. Hensel embarked on...

Apr 17, 2024

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Daigle. A beloved wife, mother, and cherishedmember of her community, peacefully departed from this world to be withthe Lord on April 17 th , 2024. She was born on September 6 th , 1937 inWallagrass, Maine. Betty was the second daughter of Lindore and MyrtleLabbe. She graduated from Fort Kent Community High School in 1955 atthe age...

Apr 16, 2024

Mariann Kay Hollopeter, age 70, of Ft. McCoy, Florida, passed away on April 16, 2024. She was born on November 21, 1953 in Mishawaka, Indiana, a daughter of Roger and Billie Lou Hintz. She leaves behind to cherish her memory; her husband, Kent Hollopeter. She leaves behind many more family members and friends who were touched by her love and...

Apr 14, 2024

Donnie Ray Cassidy, age 67, of Reddick, Florida, passed away on April 14, 2024. He was born on July 9, 1956 in Ocala, Florida, a son to the late Clarence and Mary Lucille (Duckworth) Cassidy. Donnie was well know in Reddick, for his ability and willingness to help anyone in need. He leaves behind to cherish his memory; his wife...

Apr 13, 2024

Sandra Diane Hafer, age 64, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on April 13, 2024.  She was born on August 19, 1959, in Delray Beach, Florida, a daughter to the late Wilbur and Juanita Bailey.  She leaves behind to cherish her memory her devoted husband of 46 years William, a daughter Jennifer (Michael) Bankhead, two sisters Judy and Pattie, three grandsons Brandon,...

Apr 12, 2024

Luis M. Granda, age 69, died at Hospice of Marion County in Ocala, FL on Friday, April 12, 2024. 

He was born in Cuba a son to the late Francisco and Dania (Alvarez) Granda.  He leaves behind to cherish his memory his brother Frank, sister in law Teresa, and his wife Millie. 

Luis was a multi-talented, quick of mind person who was...

Apr 11, 2024

Robert Tunstall Shinton, Jr., age 85 of Ocklawaha, Florida, passed away on April 11, 2024.  He was born on March 17, 1939, in Cooksberg, Pennsylvania a son to the late Robert Tunstall and Melissa (Cook) Shinton, Sr. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by  a son Jeff Wexler, and two brothers Gilbert and Richard Reabold....

Apr 9, 2024

Linda Louise (Kinsey) Kendrick, age 76, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on April 9, 2024. Born February 15, 1948 and raised in Ocala, Florida, a daughter of Lawrence and Maybelle (Counts) Kinsey. She graduated from Ocala High School in 1966. She spent many years working in the classifieds at The Ocala Star-Banner. When her family moved to Georgia in 1979,...

Apr 8, 2024

Apr 8, 2024

Ray “Raybo” Maynard Artman, age 60, of Ocklawaha, Florida, passed away on April 8, 2024, in Ocala, FL. Ray was the 7th child born on May 25, 1963, in Ocala, Florida, to the late Clark D. Artman Jr. and Jean Lucille (Freas) Artman. Ray spent most of his career in Drywall. In his free time, he enjoyed shooting guns, fishing, reading,...

Apr 8, 2024

James Warren Lumpkin, age 74, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on April 8, 2024.  He was born on November 23, 1949 in Ocala, Florida a son to the late Joseph. and Mildred (Lawser) Lumpkin, Sr. Jimmy was a professional truck driver, avid NASCAR fan and former stock car driver, fisherman and hunter. In addition to his parents he was also preceded...

Apr 7, 2024

Daisy (Sheppard) Eckenrod, age 24, of Anthony, Florida, passed away on April 7, 2024.  She was born in Ocala, Florida a daughter to Jeffrey Alan and Christina  (Avery) Sheppard.  Daisy was a graduate of North Marion High School and Tenaj Cosmetology School.  She loved being apart of Girls In Action (GA's) at Unity Baptist Church.   She leaves behind to...

Apr 7, 2024

Lynda Lee Long, age 76, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on April 7, 2024. She was born on April19, 1947, in Tampa, Florida, a daughter to the late Palmer Everette and Mariam (Moore) Smith. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband Robert Long, a sonTroy Long, and a brother Steve Cullers.  She leaves...

Apr 7, 2024

Kim Melvin, age 70, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on April 7th, 2024, surrounded by her devoted family at home.

She was born on November 1st, 1953, in Malden, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late John D. and Norma (Everett) Larkin. Kim pursued her undergraduate studies at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, NJ, and later graduated from St. Leo University...

Apr 3, 2024

Burnice “Bunny” Brazell Grant, age 95, of Anthony, Florida passed away on April 3, 2024 at

home. She was born July 13, 1928 in Anthony, Florida the middle daughter to the late Willis and

Leila (Eleazer) Brazell. In addition to her parents she was also preceded by her husband,

William “Bill” Grant, and her sister, Virginia Culpepper. After graduating from Ocala High School,

she...