Obituaries
Virginia Lathrop Waters
May 29, 2026
Virginia (Ginger) Lathrop Waters, 89, of DeLand, Florida, went to be with her Lord on May 29, 2026 at Halifax Health–Hospice Care Center in Ormond Beach, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bethel, Maine, she and her family tent-camped during their migration to DeLand, Florida when she was 13 years old. The family continued to grow after arrival, and...
Jeanette Davis
May 28, 2026
On May 28, 2026, Jeanette Gilfillan Davis left this earth to join her deceased husband, Robert Davis, and her beloved dog Terrie.
Jeannette was born on April 9, 1934 in Jacksonville, Florida to Daniel Emile and Delilah Gilfillan. On July 21, 1951, she married Robert Davis. He passed away on September 27, 2023. They have two children, Kathleen Dickens and Richard...
Gloria Irizarry
May 26, 2026
Gloria Santiago Irizarry, 94, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at DeLand Manor Assisted Living Facility in DeLand, Florida.
Gloria was born on September 18, 1931, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the third of eight children born to Jose and Tanita Santiago. Her father was a supervisor at El Tesoro Coffee Plantation, where Gloria spent much of her childhood helping with...
Beverley Jane Kulp
May 23, 2026
Beverley Jane Kulp, lovingly known as Jane, passed peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, librarian, author, church leader, and lifelong servant of Christ, Jane leaves behind a legacy of faith, education, and service that touched countless lives.
Jane was born on August 6, 1945, in Canton, Pennsylvania, to Frank and Betty Mott (deceased). Jane is...
Harold Francis Bradeen
May 23, 2026
Harold F. Bradeen, 90, of DeLand, Florida passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
He was born and raised in Brattleboro, Vermont on August 27, 1935 to Lavada (Way)(Bradeen) Dugay and Clayton Bradeen.
Besides his parent he was preceded in death by his brother, Ethan Bradeen and his daughters Carol Anne Bradeen and Mary Kay (Bradeen) Farrar.
He is...
Mason Mikell
May 23, 2026
Mason Mikell, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2026.
Mason was born in 1959 in Eustis and later moved to Crystal River, where he grew up, attended school, and began working alongside his father in the family-owned logging business. Mason was a hardworking man who dedicated...
Charles Ray Reeves
May 22, 2026
Charles “Charlie” Ray Reeves, 88, of DeLand, Florida, passed away at his home on May 22, 2026.
Charlie was born on April 6, 1938, in Andalusia, Alabama, to Conley and Alpha Reeves. As a young boy, he moved with his family to DeLand, Florida, where he built his life and made his forever home.
At the age of 18, Charlie proudly served...
Paul David Steeves
May 20, 2026
Dr. Paul David Steeves, a historian of Russian religion, passed to the life eternal on May 20. A service of commemoration and committal will be held at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, DeLand, at 11am on June 6, with a reception following in the Canterbury House.
Paul was born to Earle Whittier and Virginia Elisabeth Payne Steeves on June 20, 1941, in...
Robert Richard Hults
May 19, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Richard Hults on May 19, 2026. Bob passed away, peacefully and surrounded by family, in hospice care in Orange City, Florida, and after a courageous battle with cancer. Bob was 81 years old.
Bob was intellectually curious, committed to what was right, always ready to crack a joke,...
Randall Eugene Bridgeman
May 10, 2026
Randall Eugene Bridgeman, 67, of DeLand, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at AdventHealth DeLand.
Randall was born on May 27, 1958, at the Naval Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. He was a dedicated professional who earned his Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Central Connecticut State University. Throughout his career, Randall was known for his integrity, diligence, and commitment to...
Mary Gladys Fisher
May 10, 2026
Mary Gladys Fisher, aged 85, passed away on May 10th, 2026. Gladys was born in Tottenville, NY to Charles and Harriet Begerow Baker.
She was preceded in death by Charles Baker (Father), Harriet Begerow (Mother), Charlie Baker (Brother), Sandy Jeffreys (Daughter), Joe Burkhead (Son), Brandon Puckett (Grandson), Robbie Christensen (Grandson).
She is survived by her companion of 21 years Mack McKesson, brothers Jackie (Helen) &...
Gregory Kenneth Snyder
May 8, 2026
Gregory Kenneth Snyder, 64, passed away at home on May 8, 2026, in DeLand, FL with his loving wife, Carolyn, and family by his side. Greg was a wise, gentle man; learning from life by listening instead of speaking, by observing nature and people, and by walking in faith not by sight with his Lord Jesus.
Greg's latest favorite Bible verse...
Marilyn Nelson
May 7, 2026
Marilyn Nelson, a gentle and whimsical soul, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at her home in DeLand, surrounded by the family and love she cherished so deeply. She was 70 years old.
Born on July 19, 1955, Marilyn spent her life generously showing up for the people around her. Those who knew her felt her kindness without her ever...
Arthur & Suzanne Rainville
May 1, 2026
Arthur J Rainville & Suzanne C Rainville, born 1935 & 1937 passed away. They were together for over 70 remarkable years. Suzanne passed away April 3, 2023 and Arthur passed away May 1, 2026. They lived a Storybook Love - having met in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, where they both were born and where they met in their late teens, they...
Arlene Ruth Gall
Apr 30, 2026
Arlene Ruth Gall (Hansen), 95, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, in Deland, FL. She did not die, but broke of her cocoon into a new body. Now absent from that body but present with the Lord. Born on June 21, 1930, she was a proud graduate of Washington Park High School and spent her career working at Lincoln...
Arthur Depatie, Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
Arthur passed away, leaving behind a life marked by hard work, independence, and a wide range of experiences.
He was a dedicated employee of Delta Airlines, where he spent many years serving in multiple roles. Over the course of his career, Arthur worked on the ground crew, at the ticket counter, and fueling aircraft - earning a reputation as someone who...
Marjorie P Duncan
Apr 27, 2026
Marjorie Pearson Duncan, a native Floridian, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026. Margie was born on December 31, 1938, at Orlando General Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Dot Pearson; her brother, Don; and her beloved husband of 62 years, Jack Duncan, who passed away in 2022.
Margie grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida, and...
R. Duncan MacKenzie
Apr 23, 2026
R. Duncan MacKenzie, 77 passed away April 23rd. He died close to Gloria’s heart. A Celebration of Life will be held 2pm Tuesday May 19, 2026 at Lankford Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent by mail to: Lions World Vision Institute Foundation 1410 N. 21st Street Tampa, FL 33605 or online through their website: Lions World...
Donald Gooden
Apr 18, 2026
Donald T Gooden left us on April 18, 2026 after a long and winding life full of love and laughter. Don was born on July 4th 1939, in St Louis Missouri to Alfred and Grace Gooden, joining his brother Gary Gooden. He joined the navy in 1959, and married his wife Betty (Sallade). They had two children, Donald and Joyce....
Lawrence William Gilliam
Apr 16, 2026
Spiritual soul, family man, and lifelong dancer at heart
Lawrence “Bill” Gilliam, born on January 10, 1951, slipped peacefully into the next realm on April 16, 2026, guided — as he always believed — by love, energy, and the unseen connections that shape our lives. He was preceded in death by his father, Will T. Gilliam, his mother, Maxine E. Markwith,...
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