Obituaries

Virgie R. Bateman

Virgie R. Bateman

Mar 13, 2026

January 26, 1934 – March 13, 2026 Virgie Rose Bateman of Port Richey, FL passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on March 13, 2026. Born in the Gum Neck Township of NC, she was one of twelve children, married her high school sweetheart in 1953, and had four children. She was a faithful Christian wife, mother,...

David R. Crandall

David R. Crandall

Mar 4, 2026

David Ralph Crandall, 84, was born in Norwich, NY on January 4, 1942 to parents James John Crandall and Lillian Ruth Crandall as one of four siblings with Ada Symonds, Asa Crandall, and Charles Crandall. He passed away surrounded by loving family in Hudson, FL on March 4, 2026.David is survived by his wife, Diana Lynne Crandall; four grown children:...

Anne Kern

Anne Kern

Feb 26, 2026

Anne Kern, 86, of Homosassa, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband, daughter, son-in law, and grandchildren.

Anne was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose kindness, strength, and steady love shaped the lives of those around her. She shared 67 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Robert "Bob" Kern of Homosassa.

She is...

Sharon F. Steponik

Sharon F. Steponik

Feb 17, 2026

With love and remembrance, we honor the life of Sharon Frances Steponik, who was born on November 16, 1946, in Concord, North Carolina. Preceded by parents Alvie and Naomi Deloach and Grandson, Ricky McMillan Jr. Sharon passed away on February 17, 2026, in New Port Richey, FL at the age of 79.

Sharon was feisty, resilient, stubborn, caring, bold — and...

Sandra Faith Farr

Sandra Faith Farr

Feb 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of Our Beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother



Sandra Faith Farr, born on October 18, 1958, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, was a shining light in the lives of everyone she touched. She was the cherished daughter of the late Samuel and Faith Montieth. Sandra's gentle spirit and kind heart departed from us on February 13th, 2026, at Bayonet Point Hospital.



Sandra...

Bonnie Jean Madonia

Bonnie Jean Madonia

Feb 12, 2026

Please join us as we gather to celebrate the remarkable life of Bonnie Jean Madonia. She brought so much love and laughter to all who knew her. Bonnie was a legend in the vanning community. She was renowned for designing exceptional handmade shirts and apparel for a wide range of vanners. Her card-making skills were equally impressive.

The Celebration of Life...

Ronald K. Park

Ronald K. Park

Jan 27, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald "Ron" Kenneth Park, who died peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 82.

Born in Trenton, New Jersey, Ron experienced the early loss of his father in Europe during World War II. At age 20, he met the love of his life at a 4th of July...

Steven Michael Tuttle

Steven Michael Tuttle

Jan 26, 2026

Steven Michael Tuttle died on January 26, 2026, in a tragic car accident in Hudson Fl. Sadly, but really as it was meant to be, Steves most precious possessions Stella, his golden retriever and Sweetie, his chihuahua, also passed with Steve. Everywhere Steve went his dogs went with him including on that fateful day. It is only fitting their final...

Annette Secor Nelson

Annette Secor Nelson

Jan 22, 2026

Annette Secor Nelson, born in Syracuse, New York, she moved to Florida in 1950. Predeceased by husbands, Prentice V. Wheeler Jr., LTC USA retired Richard W. Secor, and Lewis C. Nelson. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Candace Wheeler Frey, and her brother, William Behling, of Mexico, NY. Survived by her daughter, Pamela Wheeler Busonick, sons; Prentice...

Alphaetta C. Grasso

Alphaetta C. Grasso

Jan 20, 2026

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Alphaetta Grasso, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. She entered eternal peace on January 20, 2025. Alphaetta was born on August 30, 1937, in Spring Valley, New York, to Anna and Robert Mellon. She grew into a warm-hearted and fun-loving child, surrounded by her siblings: Robert, William, Vera (Dolly),...

Marie E. Burbank

Marie E. Burbank

Jan 4, 2026

Marie Burbank went home to be with our Lord on January 4th, 2026 at Bayonet point Hospital, after suddenly collapsing in church and having multiple cardiac arrests. She was born to John and Biagina (Bruno) Westervelt on June 30th, 1945 in Albany NY. She was an only child. She did have a sister and brother who were still born before...

Domenick Michael Kelly

Domenick Michael Kelly

Dec 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Domenick M. Kelly

January 16, 1967 – December 2, 2025



With deep love and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Domenick M. Kelly, who left this world on December 2, 2025, after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. Domenick passed peacefully, surrounded by his family’s love.



Born on January 16, 1967 in Brooklyn, NY, Domenick lived a...

Nadeane Etta Orthun

Nadeane Etta Orthun

Nov 23, 2025

With a heavy heart we announce the passing of Nadeane Etta (Kamiel) Orthun of Bronx, NY. Born September 23,1943. Nadeane departed on Sunday, November 23, 2025, she was 82.

Nadeane will be remembered leaving an indelible mark on her friends and family. Nadeane is survived by her brother, Gary Kamiel; her children, Steven and Melissa; and her adored grandchildren, Drew and...

Richard D Archer

Richard D Archer

Nov 20, 2025

Richard D. Archer was born September 23, 1927 in Hector, New York.  He passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025

He spent his childhood in Addison, New York.  He was a WWII Navy veteran and worked at Corning Inc (Corning Glass Works) for over 30 years. He retired and moved to Hudson, Florida with his wife Harriet Archer and daughter Dawn....

Elizabeth McCoy Alfano

Elizabeth McCoy Alfano

Nov 19, 2025

Elizabeth “Betty” McCoy Alfano passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at the age of 88 in Hudson, Florida.

Betty was born into a close-knit family and shared a lifetime of love and laughter with her two devoted husbands, both of whom preceded her in death: George S. Dittman and Guy Alfano. She was a proud mother to Gary S. Dittman...

Barbara Ruth Fitzpatrick

Barbara Ruth Fitzpatrick

Nov 16, 2025



Barbara R. Fitzpatrick passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, at the age of 83 at Gulfside Hospice in New Port Richey, FL. She was born on June 20, 1942, in Trenton, N.J.

The family will be holding a Celebration of Life on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Prevatt Funeral Home, 7709 State Road 52...

Beverly Ann Chaffman

Beverly Ann Chaffman

Nov 12, 2025

Beverly Ann Chaffman

Beverly was born May 23, 1937 to James and Lillian Chaffman in Baltimore Maryland.

Beverly is survived by her son, Michael Heymann (wife-Carolyn), her daughter, Theresa Poligo (husband-Andrew), daughter in law, Sandy Heymann. Six Grandchildren and Five Great Grandchildren.

 Phillip Heymann, Beverly's son, preceded her in death due to a tragic mining accident.  As her brother, James Chaffman preceded her...

George F Case

George F Case

Nov 12, 2025

George F. Case passed away November 12, 2025. He is survived by his wife Catherine.  

Rosario "Rose" E. Alvarado Gonzalez

Rosario "Rose" E. Alvarado Gonzalez

Oct 30, 2025

Rose E. Alvarado Gonzalez

 Rose Gonzalez, 85, beloved mother, grandmother, step-grandmother, and aunt passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in Hudson, Florida. Rose was born on October 9, 1940 in Puerto Rico to Gregorio Alvarado and Georgina Alvarado Ortiz. She moved to New York with her parents and sister, Aida (Alvarado) Ventra, in 1952. Rose, along with her son and...

James Norman Flynn

James Norman Flynn

Oct 1, 2025

James Norman Flynn November 21, 1941 – October 1, 2025 

James Norman Flynn, 84, peacefully ascended to eternal rest on October 1, 2025, leaving behind a profound legacy of love, laughter, and devotion that will forever inspire his family and all who knew him. Born on November 21, 1941, James illuminated the world with a life rich in purpose, passion, and...