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Steven S Ronca
Feb 17, 2026
Steven S. Ronca, age 66, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born on October 8, 1959 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, son to Silvio and Helen Ronca.
Steve was a strong and steady presence for his family; a foundation they could always rely on. His strength was quiet, his love unwavering, and his loyalty steadfast. He was preparing...
Irene Davis Aldrich
Feb 17, 2026
Irene Davis Aldrich, age 80, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 17, 2026. She was born on April 18, 1945 in Douglas, Georgia a daughter of Robert and Willie Mae Davis. She graduated from Ocala High School in 1963. Married to George Aldrich, for 58 years.
She led a life grounded by her faith. Irene enjoyed her career as an...
Lou Nesmith
Feb 16, 2026
Imo Lou Nesmith, age 75, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 16, 2026. She was born on January 15, 1951, in Kokomo, Indiana, the daughter of William and Roseanna Rogers.
She was a dedicated RN for nearly 35 years at the former Monroe Regional Medical Center, most notably serving as the manager of the ICU. Her passions included cooking, travel,...
Reverend Daniel McDonald
Feb 14, 2026
Reverend Daniel McDonald a devoted servant of God and Army veteran went home to be with the Lord on February 14, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on November 11, 1930 to Daniel B. McDonald and Francis Jane McDonald in Dothan Alabama. Daniel’s life was defined by an unwavering commitment to his calling and an immense love for his...
Anne Moll Dake
Feb 13, 2026
Anne Moll Dake, age 93, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 13, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1933 in Ashley, Pennsylvania - a daughter of John and Susanna Moll, she was the last surviving of 7 children.
She is preceded in death by her husband Eugene S. Dake.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory daughter, Susan Dake Woody...
Terry G Hopkins
Feb 13, 2026
Terry G Hopkins, 81, died at dawn the day before Valentine’s Day. Surrounded by family and her dog Pearl.
She was a newspaper woman and she made the world a better place because of it.
Born October 16, 1944 in Ocala, Florida to Patricia Gannett of Connor, Florida and John Gannett of Augusta, Maine.
Her father’s career in the army took them to...
Christine Elizabeth Powell
Feb 12, 2026
Christine Elizabeth Powell, age 36, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 12, 2026. She was born on June 27, 1989, in Gainesville, Florida, the beloved daughter of Christopher and Mary Powell.
Christine passed away surrounded by the love of those who cherished her most. She was a devoted and loving mother to her two sons, Elijah Torres and Jacob Torres,...
Patricia Ann Day
Feb 11, 2026
Patricia Ann Day, 88, passed into God’s care February 11, 2026 in Ocala, Florida. She was born November 10, 1937 to William Orville Newman and Blondine Vernice Locklair in Covington, Kentucky. She worked as an auditor at St.Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach for many years before she retired to Ocala.Pat was preceded into glory by her father W.O....
Hunter Steven Connelly
Feb 11, 2026
Hunter Steven Connelly, age 17, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2026. He was born on October 22, 2008 in Ocala, Florida, a son of Matthew and Lori Connelly.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory; mother and father, Lori and Matthew Connelly; sister, Izabella Connelly.
We’re going to miss you Hunter life won’t be the same without you. until...
Olyver Wayne Couch
Feb 10, 2026
Olyver Wayne Couch, age 2, of Silver Springs, Florida, passed away on February 10, 2026. He was born on January 23, 2024 in Silver Springs, Florida, a son of Michael and Paula Couch.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory: parents, Michael and Paula Couch; brothers, Michael Couch, Jr., Gannon Couch, Paul Couch; aunt, Connie and Sissy; uncles, Larry, "Unc" Steven...
Buster Stratton
Feb 10, 2026
Shellie “Buster” Elton Stratton, 73, passed away on February 10, 2026 in Ocala, Florida. He was born October 3, 1952 in Jacksonville, Florida. He served in the United States Army. He enjoyed being an airbrush artist for many years and worked for Jerry’s Indoor Archery as an instructor. He later became an author.
He is preceded by his parents, Clyde Cook...
Vera Louise Flinchum
Feb 8, 2026
Vera Louise Flinchum, age 85, of Ocala, Florida passed away on February 8, 2026. She was born on September 14, 1940 in Bessemer, Alabama, the daughter of Homer and Mabel Bishop.
She is preceded in death by; brothers, Ben, Billy Ray, Bobby, Carl, Joe and Paul Bishop.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory; husband, Robert Flinchum; sons, Rickey Kelley (Donna), Tony...
Robert Ray Jones
Feb 8, 2026
Robert Ray Jones, 84, passed away on February 8, 2026 in Ocala, Florida. He was born November 8, 1941, to William Henry Jones and Mary Belle Hawkins in Deland, Florida. He served in the United States Army and retired after 21 years of faithful service to his Country. Robert worked as a professional driver for Marion County Schools for 12...
Garland Wilson
Feb 6, 2026
Garland Wilson, age 81, of Silver Springs, Florida, went home with Jesus on February 6, 2026. He was born on October 4, 1944, in Genoa, West Virginia. He is survived by his High School Sweetheart and loving wife Sue of 62 years.
Garland was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. He is survived by his children Garland Wilson Jr....
William “Billy” Cecil Raborne
Feb 5, 2026
William “Billy” Cecil Raborne, 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 5, 2026 in Ocala, Florida. He was born December 6, 1961 to Marshall and Julia Raborne in Ocala, Florida. He worked for Stokes Electric for more than 40 years. He graduated from Vanguard high school in 1979.
He is preceded by his mother, Julia Griggs Raborne and father,...
Clifton Ronald Long, Jr.
Feb 1, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Clifton Ronald Long Jr., affectionately known as "Bo," who left this world on February 1, 2026, after a valiant battle with cancer. Born on October 18, 1969, in Abilene, Texas, Bo's life was a testament to courage, joy, and unwavering love.
Bo was the cherished son of Clifton Ronald Long Sr. and Shirley...
Bryan Lee Putvain
Jan 30, 2026
Bryan Lee Putvain, age 74, of Hardwick VT/Bushnell FL, passed away at Citrus memorial Hospital in Inverness Florida on January 30, 2026. He was born on November 5, 1951 in Hardwick, VT a son of Joseph Francis and Dena Mae (Davidson) Putvain
Bryan went to Woodbury Elementary then graduated from Hardwick Academy in the class of 1970. He married Valerie Perry...
William "Bill" Snyder
Jan 30, 2026
William “Bill” Snyder
Born November 8th 1940
Parents: Polly (Butterfield) Snyder, Frank Snyder
Brother: Robert Snyder (deceased)
Married to Marie (Cole) Snyder for 28 years
Children : James Snyder, Jacinda (Snyder) Torre, Jodina (Snyder) Blanford, Stepdaughter Ashley (Murray) Ignacio, Stepson Austin Murray Snyder
6 Grandchildren, Drake Snyder, Caleb Torre, Carson Torre, Tori Fettig, George Fettig, and Josie Fettig
Westfield High School Indiana
Army Staff Sergeant 1961-1967
2 terms served...
Marshall Terry Penuel
Jan 30, 2026
Marshall Terry Penuel, "Marty", age 81, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on January 30, 2026. He was born on July 7, 1944 in Ocala, Florida a son of Terry and Gertrude Penuel.
Marty enlisted in the Florida National Guard in 1965 and served 6 years. He started working for Ocala Electric utility in 1964 and retired after 42 years in 2007....
Conrad Anthony Lee Carr
Jan 29, 2026
On January 29, 2026 Conrad Anthony Lee Pepper passed away in Ocala, Florida. He was born on October 2, 2025 in Gainesville, Florida to Laura Ann Carr and Jacob Anthony Pepper.
Conrad is survived by his parents Laura Ann Carr and Jacob Anthony Pepper.
His aunts: Courtney Pepper, Jessica Pepper, Charla Estes, and Nicole Estes.
His Uncles: Justin Pepper, Lyle Carrol, Nathan Estes,...
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