Obituaries

Aug 26, 2021

Jobe D. Marshall went to be with his Lord August 26, 2021. Jobe was born November 22, 1924 in Lewes Delaware to the late Benjamin Marshall and Estella McChessney Marshall. Jobe spent his youth in Lewes and at age 16 joined the U.S. Air-force during WWll, and served the European Theater as an aircraft mechanic. He also served during the Korean War and the Vietnam War...

Aug 26, 2021

HUMPHREY, George William “Pete”

Ocala, Pete Humphrey, 91, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on August 26, 2021. He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee to parents, Harley and Mamie.

Pete was a proud U.S. Navy veteran who served his country during World War II. After being discharged, he married...

Aug 25, 2021

Rita Ludovici, age 67, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2021 due to complications from Covid. She was born July 12, 1954 in Zanesville, OH.  After spending her formative years in Orlando, FL, Rita and her late husband, Bill moved to Alachua County in 1991.  She loved living the country life. She took pride in her home and land. She loved...

Aug 24, 2021

SAPP Jr., James “Jimmy” Raymond

Anthony - James "Jimmy" Raymond Sapp, Jr., 55, passed away August 24, 2021. He was born May 27, 1966 in Williston, FL. He is preceded in death by his parents James Raymond Sapp, Sr.and Lucinda Santos Sapp, as well as sister Cathy Croft (Dan).  Jimmy worked as a signalman for CSX Railroad. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved cooking and anything motorized (land or water). Most of all, he loved...

Aug 24, 2021

SYDENSTRICKER, Terri L. Silver Springs - Terri L. Sydenstricker, 51, passed away August 24, 2021. She was born October 14, 1969, in Mansfield, OH, to David Catron and Barbara Lee Hamm. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by her loving husband, Steve Edward Sydenstricker; father, David Catron; son, Mark Anthony Sydenstricker; daughters, Brandy Nichole Moffett, Erika Lynn Senter (Tim), Danielle Boore;...

Aug 24, 2021

KEESE, William Wayne Ocala - William Wayne Keese, 55, passed away August 24, 2021. He was born October 28, 1965 in Franklin, TN, to the late Terry Wayne and Joan Marie Keese. He was self employed in the trucking industry for many years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Sheila Elaine Keese; daughters, Rachel Nicole Keese, Rebekah Olivia Keese;...

Aug 24, 2021

Troy Hutchins, 53, passed away on August 24, 2021 in Ocala, Florida. He was born June 6, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois. He touched many lives, and will be missed.

He is survived by his daughter, Sara Hutchins and grandaughter Quinn Sandstrom; mother, Joan Hutchins; sisters, Lori Hall, Liza Maca, Kati Brodrick, Joni Hutchins; Niece Kati Mabrouk, and...

Aug 22, 2021

Citra - William Luther Cook, 85, passed away August 22, 2021 at Hospice Cates House. He was born February 28, 1936 in Gaylack, Virginia to Jeremy and Alma Cook.

He is survived by his son, W.L. Cook (wife Lisa), of Mount Airy, NC; daughter, Lillian Cook.

Graveside service will be 3:00 pm, Tuesday, August 24,...

Aug 22, 2021

SPADA, David Alan

Ocala - David Alan Spada, 63, passed away August 22, 2021 surrounded by family. He was born May 11, 1958 in Rockland, MA, to Zano Spada and Marjorie Hough. After high school, David worked in computer sales and later in construction sales with Champion Windows in Avon, MA. At Champion, David distinguished himself as...

Aug 22, 2021

Ocala - Justin Walter King, 27, passed away August 22, 2021. He was born October 24, 1993 in Kissimmee, FL to John and Melissa King. He was blessed in marriage and was so happy to be the husband of Kayla King for almost three years which was his favorite job. He was a diesel mechanic for Williams Diesel for...

Aug 21, 2021

Ocala - Jarrette Lynn Dobbs, 48, passed away August 21, 2021. She was boen September 14, 1972 in Baltimore, MD, to Jennings Osborne and Alexis Weathersby. She was an office manager for many years.

She is survived by her daughters, Skyler Rayne Dobbs, Rylee Mae Dobbs "Buggie", brother, John Matthew Conlee; sister, Jennifer Michele Warford.

Funeral service will be 11:00...

Aug 21, 2021

Citra - John Russell Weaver, Sr., 80, passed away August 21, 2021. He was born November 16, 1940 in Citra, Florida to the late James Russell Weaver Sr. and Trelles Mackey Weaver. He was a foreman for the Department of Transportation for many years.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, James R. Weaver,...

Aug 20, 2021

Daryl Curtis Eash, 34, passed away August 20, 2021. He was born May 7, 1987 in Minot, ND. He moved with his mother and brother to Ocala, FL in 1991. He worked as a cook for about 17 years. He was a member of Christian Motorcyclists Associations, Disciple Riders #402, and City Light Church. He was an avid...

Aug 20, 2021

Orange Springs - Howard George Matchett, 70, passed away August 20, 2021. He was born in Marion county, Fl on September 6, 1950 to the late Wilbur Francis Matchett and Wilma Marie Nelson. He was a commercial fisherman known for "Best Shiners Around." He loved hunting, fishing, watching Gator games and teaching his grandchildren the Country Way of Living.

Aug 20, 2021

Oakes, John Francis, 61, Passed away Aug. 20, 2021. He Was born in Frankfurt, Germany and worked in electrical manufacturing for many years.

He is preceded in death by his mother Emma Ostroff and sister Mary Ann Bell.

He is survived by his sons Randy Oakes (wife Tina), Jonathan Oakes (wife Samantha), and his 8 grandchildren.

Memorial service will...

Aug 19, 2021

WETTSTEIN, Linda Louise Ocala - Linda Louise Wettstein, 65, passed away August 19, 2021. She was born February 9, 1956 in Ocala, FL to Edgar Alvin Hooker and Gloria Louise Hooker. She has resided here all her life and worked as a mortgage processor. She loved crafting, painting, and repurposing items into art and home decor.

She...

Aug 19, 2021

Ocklawaha - Geraldine Ford, 87, passed away August 19, 2021 peacefully at home. She was born April 9, 1934 in Ludowici, GA to William Wesley and Ethel Jones. She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William Arthur Ford, Jr. and sister Vera. She is survived by her daughter,...

Aug 19, 2021

GILL Jr., Monte Lee Ocala - Monte Lee Gill Jr.,  50, passed away August 19, 2021. He was born August 24, 1970 in Chula Vista, CA, to Monte Lee Gill Sr. and LaDonna Jacobson Gill. He worked for Goodwill as Assistant Manager for 11 years.

He is survived by his parents, Monte Lee...

Aug 18, 2021

PRICE, CHRISTOPHER HOWELL

Selawik - Christopher Howell Price, 51, passed away August 18, 2021. He was born December 25, 1969, in Atlanta, GA to Rodney and Sandra Lynn Price. He was an over road truck driver for many years. He received his bachelors in Theology. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing, scuba diving, kayaking, and remote...

Aug 17, 2021

WILSON Jr., James "Buck" Luther Ocklawaha - James "Buck" Luther Wilson Jr., 57, passed away August 17, 2021. He was born April 12, 1964 in Wichita Falls, TX, to James Sr. and Judy Barlow. Buck worked as an over-the-road truck driver for 15 years, previously in the Mobile Home building industry.  He currently was working for Epic Materials as a Heavy Equipment...