Obituaries

Jul 21, 2025

William C Granning, 97, of Hudson, Florida passed away at 1:45 a.m. Monday, July 21, 2025, in Hospice House, Brooksville, Florida. Bill was born on July 18, 1928 in South Bend, Indiana to Claude and Rose (Dolatowski) Granning. He retired in 1978 from Bendix, where he was a Manager in the Maintenance Department for many years. Upon retirement, Bill was...

Jul 16, 2025

John Albert Murphy, 91, of Spring Hill, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025 after a long and full life.



He was born on March 15, 1934 in Livingston, Kentucky and was a proud Veteran of the United States Army. He served as a Paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division (Screaming Eagles) and later as a Radio Operator with the 3rd...

Jul 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Timothy Greg Porter February 16, 1960 – July 6, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for his life, we announce the passing of Timothy “Tim” Porter — beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend — who left this world on July 6, 2025, at the age of 65.

Tim is survived by his wife, Cindy (Knuth);...

Jun 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patrick (Pat) J. Ward 5/21/1946 - 6/18/2025, passed away at Bayonet Point Hospital, Hudson FL after a very short battle with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Pat, born in St. Louis, MO was the son of Joseph and Ann (Golobick) Ward. He grew up in St. Louis playing soccer and baseball and attended Univ of Missouri at Rolla. He...

Jun 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Tony Montanari Sr.September 23, 1970 – June 8, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Tony Montanari Sr., age 54, on June 12, 2025, in New Port Richey, Florida.

Tony was born on September 23, 1970, in Marlborough, Massachusetts, to Alfred and Beverly Montanari. He was raised in Marlborough,...

Jun 10, 2025

In Loving Memory and with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Linda Lee Leeper, a cherished mother, devoted friend, and a beacon of warmth and kindness. Linda’s unwavering love, infectious laughter, and compassionate spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories that will forever live in our...

Jun 6, 2025

Wilber A. Copenhafer, Jr. April 30, 1938, to June 6, 2025

Wilber Copenhafer, born in 1938 in Ottawa, Kansas, was the son of Mary K. Knight-Copenhafer and Wilber A. Copenhafer, Jr. He grew up in Troy, Kansas, and pursued higher education at Kansas State University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Wilber had a distinguished career at George...

Jun 2, 2025

John passed away very peacefully on the evening of June 2nd at Brookwood Assisted Living in Hudson, Fl. He is survived by his wife, Frances, of 27 years, four sisters, Floann, Jean, Mary, Pamela and Pauline. Also four sons, Daniel, John, Michael and David, two loving daughters, Heather and Heidi, step-son, Nicholas Mancuso, and eleven grandchildren.

He enjoyed baking, fishing, watching...

May 17, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sarah Elizabeth Wilson who passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the age of 45 in New Port Richey, Florida. She was born December 2, 1979 in Derby, Connecticut.



Sarah graduated from Ansonia High School and Eastern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor's degree in Theatre. Her smile and outgoing personality led...

May 14, 2025

Francis X. Nevins, a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, teacher, and proud Irish-American, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the arms of his loving wife, Kathleen Nevins. He was 90 years old.

Born on March 1, 1935, in Manhattan, New York, to James Patrick Nevins and Ann Theresa Gallagher, a native of County Mayo, Ireland. Raised in the neighborhoods...

May 5, 2025

Roberta G ShullMay 5, 2025

Roberta Shull passed away at home on May 5, 2025.  She was born on May 15, 1945 in Lowell, MA.  She is survived by 2 children and 4 grandchildren.  She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend.  Preceding Roberta's death was the passing of her husband Paul Shull on February 18, 2016. She was retired...

May 2, 2025

Apr 25, 2025

Helene Pignataro 11/20/1942 – 4/25/2025.

In Loving Memory of our mother, Helene Pignataro : Our mother was a Blessing, her memory will be treasured. She was Loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. The Loss of our mother is one of the Greatest losses in our life. She has left us to be with the love of her life,...

Apr 16, 2025

Gregory ‘Greg’ B. Jackman November 12, 1962 - April 16, 2025 62 Years Old Gregory ‘Greg’ Jackman of Hudson, Florida, passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Greg was born November 12, 1962 in Highland Park, Michigan to Brent E. Jackman and Patricia Ann Eberhart Jackman. Greg was the eldest of...

Apr 2, 2025

Mr. Gene Martin Robinson, 75, of Hudson, FL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at The Rucki Hospice Care Center in Zephyrhills, FL.

Gene was a dedicated math teacher for 42 years, spending 35 of those years as a math teacher at Gulf High School in New Port Richey, Florida, and 7 years at Toms River North High School...

Mar 26, 2025

Ray L. Martinez passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025 at the age of 78 in Hudson, FL at home. He was born on October 2, 1946 in Tampa, FL. Preceding Ray in death were his parents Betty Allen and Tony Martinez and stepfather Harry Allen.

He was survived by his loving and caring wife of 30 years Cathy (aka Bubbles),...

Mar 23, 2025

Barbara L. Oberdorf passed away on March 23,2025 at the age of 83 at Hernando-Pasco Hospice in New Port Richey, FL. She was born on November 14, 1941 in Bridgeton, N.J.

Her surviving children are Kathy Johnson of Waynesboro, Ga; Linda Cooper of Waynesboro, Ga; and Sharon (Joe) Miller of Port Richey, FL. She had three grandsons: John Paul Reeves Jr....

2025

Sandra K. "Sandy" Petrila (née Hartzell) of Hudson, FL went home to Jesus on March 22, 2025 while in the loving care of Sturgill Hospice House in Brooksville, FL at the age of 83.

Sandy was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Clinton D. and Kathrine Hartzell; as well as her husband Kenny L. Petrila.

She is survived by her children...

Mar 11, 2025

Marie T. Leneghan passed away peacefully at home with her family on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Friends and relatives are invited for visitation on Friday, March 21, 2025 from 2PM to 4PM and 6PM to 8PM at Prevatt Funeral Home, 7709 State Rd 52 in Hudson, FL. Funeral Services will be on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11AM at St...

Feb 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, dad, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Robert Levy, affectionately known as Papa, on February 25, 2025, at the age of 87. Bob was a loving and devoted husband to Alice Levy for 65 wonderful years. Together, they raised three children, who blessed them with ten grandchildren and fourteen...