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

