Obituaries
Monty Trickey
Jun 26, 2025
Monty V. Trickey, 58 of DeLand, FL passed away suddenly on June 26, 2025.
Services will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 2:00pm at Grandville Farm, 954 N. Prevatt Road, Lake Helen Florida. Following the service the family will greet friends and enjoy food together with you. More information will be placed once available.
Spencer Barry Lobb
Jun 24, 2025
Spencer Barry Lobb, 79, of Daytona Beach, FL, passed away on June 24, 2025. Born on May 12, 1946, Spencer dedicated over two decades to Dixie Warehouse, where he worked for over 20 years before retiring. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corp as an E5 from 1965 to 1970, a testament to his dedication and resilience. Spencer...
Bill Rentz
Jun 21, 2025
William G. “Bill” Rentz
March 30, 1947 – June 21, 2025
William G. “Bill” Rentz, 78, rode off into the sunset on June 21, 2025, in DeLand, FL. Born on March 30,1947, in Bradenton, FL, Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Audrey and George Rentz; his sister, Terri Rentz Chiodo and nephew, Michael McKechnie.
A proud graduate of DeLand High School,...
Patricia Parrish
Jun 20, 2025
Patricia Ann Wilkinson Parrish was born in Jacksonville, FL on December 30, 1933, and passed away at her home in Port Orange, FL at the age of 91 on June 20, 2025.
She was a long-time member of a few congregations in Jacksonville, FL before moving to the Deland area and the Spring Garden Avenue Church of Christ family. After moving...
James Duke Ward
Jun 18, 2025
James Duke Ward, affectionately known by all as simply “Duke,” passed away on June 18, 2025, in Oakland, Florida. He was 65 years old.
Born on January 31, 1960, at Fish Hospital in DeLand, Florida, Duke was the firstborn son of John Robert and Martha Jean Ward. He spent his formative years in DeLand, DeLeon Springs, and Kissimmee, though his roots...
EC
Jun 13, 2025
Elbert C. Herring, lovingly known as “EC,” passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in DeLand, Florida, at the age of 88.
Born on March 16, 1937, in Barnesville, North Carolina, EC was the son of the late Troy Herring and Ellen Hall. He later made DeLand his home and graduated from DeLand High School.
A hardworking and dedicated man, EC spent...
Shawn Carl Cook
Jun 6, 2025
Shawn Carl Cook, 53, passed away in Port St. Lucie, Florida, on June 6, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born on April 22, 1972, in Fort Hood (now Fort Cavazos), Texas. Shawn was a 1990 graduate of DeLand High School and graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science on...
Anselmo Irizarry-Acevedo
Jun 3, 2025
Anselmo Irizarry Acevedo, lovingly known as Andy, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in DeLand, Florida, at the age of 98. Born on April 21, 1927, in Hormigueros, Puerto Rico, Andy was the second of four children of Serafin and Ana Luisa. His life journey took him from the warmth of Puerto Rico to the bustling streets of New...
Peter Larkin
Jun 1, 2025
Peter Larkin, age 73, passed away June 1, 2025 in Orange City, FL. He was born October 15, 1951 in Boston, MA to parents Edward and Grace Larkin.
Nanette Wills
May 31, 2025
Nanette passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Advent Health in DeLand, Florida. She was 75 years old.
Born on December 2, 1949, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nan was the eldest child of Peter Procopio and Ann Procopio. She grew up alongside her siblings—Peter Procopio, Suzette Procopio, and Leo Procopio—instilling in her a strong sense of family and resilience that carried...
Gayle James Koan
May 31, 2025
Gayle James Koan, age 87, passed away peacefully Saturday May 31, 2025 at her home on the Satilla River in Woodbine Ga. Gayle was born on May 22,1938 in Augusta GA. to Samuel Harper and Kathlyn Taylor James.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip Goodhart Koan and her parents, Samuel and Kathlyn James, all of DeLand FL.
Gayle is...
Jeanette Hurd
May 31, 2025
Jeanette Arlene Hurd was born on June 23, 1934 in Akron, Ohio and passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025 at the Alliance Community in DeLand, Florida. She married her high school sweetheart, Paul Max Hurd, on June 6, 1953 in Ohio. They were married nearly 52 years until his death (2005) in Florida where they retired in 1999.
She was...
Gary Wayne Hutson
May 28, 2025
Gary Wayne Hutson, 65 of DeLand, FL, was called to heaven on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 after a long battle with cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife Joveann Hutson, brother Craig Hutson, and family of Lady Lake, FL.
Gary was born on February 18, 1960 in Hollywood, FL to the parents of Claude and Dorthy Hutson predeceased. He played football...
Roxie Elaine Zeman
May 18, 2025
Roxie Elaine Zeman, 74, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, after a brief and courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Born on September 2, 1950, in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, Roxie spent the majority of her life in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, before relocating to DeLand, Florida, in 2012.
A proud graduate of Canon McMillan Senior High School, Class of 1968, Roxie married the love...
Gregory Sponer
May 17, 2025
Gregory Melvin Sponer, born January 22, 1967, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2025. He was 58 years old. A proud United States Navy veteran, Greg served his country with honor and carried the values of loyalty, discipline, and service with him throughout his life. Those who knew him will remember his infectious laughter, his gentle heart,...
Brenda Kay Anderson
May 16, 2025
Brenda Kay Anderson, beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, in Palm Coast, Florida. She was 58 years old.
Born in Madrid, Spain, on September 28, 1966, Brenda lived a rich and vibrant life that took her across continents—from Spain to Germany, and eventually throughout the United States. She ultimately made her home in Gulf...
Charles (Chuck) Antaya
May 11, 2025
Charles (Chuck) Antaya, passed away peacefully at home on May 11, 2025. Chuck is survived by his wife Mary and their sons, Bruce and Brad; Grandchildren, Ben, Al, Nic, Lindy and Sydney.
Harriet Leorra Robertson
May 11, 2025
Harriet Leeora Robertson, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and faithful servant of Jehovah, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, at Coastal Health Rehab in Daytona Beach, Florida. She was 83 years old.
Born on December 13, 1941, in Orlando, Florida, Harriet lived a life marked by love, resourcefulness, and unwavering faith. As a dedicated wife and mother, Harriet found deep...
Patricia S Burger
May 8, 2025
Patricia Ann Burger (née Smith), age 92, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, in DeLand, Florida. Born on February 23, 1933, in Wampsville, New York, she lived a life marked by devotion to family, faith, and community service.
Patricia graduated from Oneida High School in Oneida, New York, and went on to attend the State University of New York at...
Robert Edward Horan
May 6, 2025
Robert Edward Horan, 75, of Volusia County, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025.
Born on August 13, 1949, in Dalton, Georgia, Robert was the cherished son of George and Grace Horan. He was raised in DeLand, Florida, where he would eventually meet the love of his life, Debbie. The two were married on December 12, 1981, beginning a lifelong...
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