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Opal Proctor Fennell
Apr 5, 2026
Opal Proctor Fennell, lovingly known as “Granny” to so many, was born on February 28, 1929, in Pedro, Florida, and went home to be with the Lord on April 5, 2026, at the age of 97, in her hometown of Pedro.
Opal lived a long and meaningful life defined by kindness, faith, and service to others. She truly had a heart...
Brenda Joy Kristofferson
Mar 31, 2026
Brenda Joy Kristofferson, 64 passed away in hospice care on March 31, 2026. She was born in Savannah Georgia to Jerye and Loretta Kristofferson. Her family moved to Ocala Florida in 1965. Brenda was a 1979 graduate of Forest high school in Ocala Florida, and received her certificate of cosmetology at Central Florida, community college.
For many years, Brenda dedicated herself...
Jonathan Carter MacGowan
Mar 29, 2026
The Villages Florida: Jonathan Carter MacGowan left us on March 29,2026 after a full life of many adventures. Born in New Bedford MA on April 21 st , 1942, to Elmer Allison, Jr., and Grace Ellen (née Knowlton) MacGowan, he was raised and schooled in Fairhaven MA. Growing up in Fairhaven and being near the water and from a seafaring...
James "Jim" Earl English
Mar 26, 2026
James "Jim" Earl English, born December 23, 1944, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and unforgettable warmth.
He is also lovingly remembered by his son, David and David's husband, Brett, along with his beloved grandchildren, Alex and Riley, who brought him immense pride and joy.
He is further survived by his wife Sherry English; Sherry's...
Timothy Baker, Jr.
Mar 26, 2026
Timothy Baker, Jr., 48, passed away March 26, 2026 in Ocala, Florida. He was born April 19, 1977 in Whitesburg, Kentucky to Chuck "Rusty" Etheredge and Deanna Baker. He worked as an automotive mechanic for over 20 years.
He is survived by his parents; brother, Sean Etheredge; sister, Jennifer Klix: Aunt, Karen Baker, Uncles, Hubert "Junior" Baker and Randy Baker and...
Cecil Hogan
Mar 24, 2026
George (Cecil) Hogan, age 87, of Ocklawaha, Florida, passed away on March 24, 2026. He was born on April 12, 1938 in San Francisco, California. He was a son of Army Master Sergeant Odess Hogan and Leona Barnett Hogan. He was raised in Ocala, Florida from age 3.
Mr. Hogan was a surveyor most of his life and worked all over...
Tiffany Emerald Parrish
Mar 24, 2026
Tiffany Emerald Parrish, 42, passed away on March 24, 2026 in Ocala, Florida. She was born June 23, 1983 in Ocean Springs, Mississippi to Edison Parrish Jr. and Theresa McCleary. She worked as a behavioral technician in the medical field.
She is preceded in death by; Edison E. Parrish; paternal grandparents, Emery and Margaret Parrish; maternal grandparents, William and Charlotte McCleary.
She...
George (Butch) Wayne Gray
Mar 23, 2026
George (Butch) Wayne Gray, age 82 of Anthony Florida passed away unexpectedly on March 23, 2026. He was born on February 25, 1944, in Ballston Spa, New York, and he was the son of Amy and George Gray.
He was a respected General Building Contractor for over 40 years and a long time Rodeo Judge and contestant until he retired and...
Fernando Baragano, Jr.
Mar 23, 2026
Fernando Baragano Jr., age 86, of Anthony, Florida, passed away on March 23, 2026. He was born on July 10, 1939 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, a son of Fernando and Elsie Gonzalez Baragano.
Fernando passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the Grace Davis Hall Hospice House.He is preceded by his parents and sister Maria "Nini" Howard, as...
Scott Eugene Kelley
Mar 22, 2026
Scott Eugene Kelley, age 63, of Weirsdale, Florida, passed away suddenly on March 22, 2026. He was born on July 17, 1962, to Mary and Ira Jack Kelley in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Scott leaves behind his loving wife, Mary Barber, MD; his two sons, Ryan Kelley (Lorin) and Troy Kelley (Sarah); and his daughter, Shaye Kelley. He will also be deeply...
William L Roberts
Mar 20, 2026
William L. Roberts, Jr., age 75, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on March 20, 2026. He was born on December 22, 1950 in Nashville, Georgia, a son of William and Doris Roberts.
William loved being outdoors and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
He is preceded by; father, William Roberts; mother, Doris Roberts; brother, Robert Roberts; and daughter, Joni Roberts.
He...
Lloyd Orville Daley
Mar 19, 2026
Lloyd Orville Daley, a man of boundless joy and a kind heart, passed away on March 19, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of love. Born on April 6, 1969, in Litchfield Trelawny, Jamaica, to Randall and Cynthia Daley. Lloyd lived a life defined by the warmth he shared with everyone he met. His smile was a gift that could brighten...
Albert Ross Prim
Mar 18, 2026
Albert Ross Prim, age 86, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on March 18, 2026. He was born on October 27, 1939 in Brooklyn, New York, a son of George and Ruth Prim.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory: his wife, Lorna Prim; sons, David George Prim and Vincent David Spingola; daughters, Deborah Lovett (John), Amy Prijatel (Nickolas), Lisa Burgs (Tommy),...
Gouley Andrews
Mar 16, 2026
Gouley Andrews, age 83, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on March 16, 2026. She was born on August 7, 1942 in Ocala, Florida a daughter of William and Thelma Sloan.
She is preceded by; daughters, Kathy Roberts and Angel Renedo;
She leaves behind to cherish her memory: husband, Bruce Andrews; daughter, Terry Smith; three grandchildren; Faith Hickerson, Carl Hickerson, and Dustin Renedo;...
Robert Wesley Garvine
Mar 14, 2026
Robert "Wes" Garvine, Age 60, of Ocala Florida passed away on March 14th leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will miss him dearly. He was born March 10th 1966 in Wilmington, Delaware.
He is survived by his daughter Jessica Garvine; his step-sons Shawn and Mark Larue; his father Wayne Garvine; his mother Edith Wardrop; and the man he...
Kathy Roberts
Mar 12, 2026
Kathy Roberts, age 66, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on March 12, 2026. She was born on March 26, 1959 in Ocala, Florida a daughter of Gouley Roberts.
She is preceded by; father, Willie Roberts and sister, Angel Renedo.She leaves behind to cherish her memory: her sister, Terry Smith and her nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at...
Tommy Allen Boman
Mar 12, 2026
Tommy Allen Boman, age 53, of Salt Springs, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2026. Born May 9, 1972, in Midland, Michigan, he was the son of the late Leon and Ada Jane (Slee) Boman. Tommy married Cynthia (Cyndi) on September 25, 2009, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Tommy is survived by his...
Jean Barbara Johnson
Mar 9, 2026
Jean Barbara Johnson, age 86, of Anthony, Florida, passed away on March 9, 2026. She was born on May 9, 1939, in Watertown, Wisconsin, the daughter of Elmer and Alice Hartmann, Sr.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Durrell C. Johnson.
Jean leaves behind to cherish her memory her five children: John Johnson (Jennifer), Laura Johnson (James “Steve” Davis), Kenneth...
Mary Pamela Leaptrot
Mar 8, 2026
Mary Pamela Leaptrot, age 68, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on March 8, 2026. She was born on January 20, 1958 in Ocala, Florida a daughter of Marion Parker and Sharon Maxine Hitt.
She is preceded by her parents and Mary Sargent, beloved grandmother and name sake.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory; husband, Jewett "Buddy" A. Leaptrot; daughters, Ruth Henninger (William),...
Jose "Tony" Antonio Perez Lopez
Mar 7, 2026
Jose Antonio "Tony" Perez-Lopez, age 63, of Ocala,Fl passed away on March 7,2026. Born on November 25,1962 in Ponce,Puerto Rico son of Dolores Perez-Lopez.
Devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Tony will be remembered by many for his sense of humor and ability to befriend and relate to anyone he met. He was endlessly entertaining, quick with a...
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