Obituaries
Patricia Ann Glover
Aug 14, 2025
Patricia Ann Glover, of DeLand, Florida, passed away on August 14, 2025 at the age of 77. She was born on April 16, 1948 in Mobile, Alabama.
A visitation hour will be held at Lankford Funeral Home on Saturday, August 23, 2025 starting at 10:00 AM. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM followed by a graveside service at Oakdale...
Fr. Frank Xavier Zammit
Aug 13, 2025
Born to parents Carmelo and Felicita Zammit on September 8, 1935, in Paola, Malta, Father Zammit was one of seven children. He attended Paolo Public School, Malta; St. Aloysius Secondary School, Malta; St. Paul’s College, Malta; and Corpus Christi College, Melbourne, Australia. St. George Preca (1880-1962), canonized June 3, 2007, was a humble Maltese priest devoted to our Blessed Mother....
Daniel Robert Willix
Aug 13, 2025
Daniel Robert Willix, 64, of Deland, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Born June 27, 1961, in Bainbridge, Maryland, he was the son of Robert Graham and Enid Arline (Duston) Willix.
Daniel dedicated over 20 years to his career as a truck driver, earning his Hazmat certification and traveling countless miles with skill and pride. Beyond his profession, he...
Dennis McGuire
Aug 9, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dennis McGuire, a cherished father, a beloved brother, dedicated public servant, and respected member of the DeLand community. Dennis passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, integrity, and love.
Born in Brooklyn NY, Dennis proudly devoted over 30 years of his life to the...
Eleanor King
Aug 5, 2025
Eleanor Tison VanLandingham King, age 91, passed away 08/05/2025 with her family by her side. She was born in Orlando, FL and predeceased by husbands, Harold VanLandingham & Lucius King.
She is survived by her five children, Suzan Harrington (Steve); Brenda Tenhagen (Leon); Wanda Cooper (Victor-predeceased); Gregory VanLandingham; & Tison King. Nine wonderful grandchildren, Ron Tenhagen, Jeff & Greg Harrington, Ryan...
Robert Dillon
Aug 3, 2025
Robert “Bob” Dillon, 74, of DeLand, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, in Orange City, Florida.
Born May 25, 1951, at St. Clair’s Hospital in New York City, Bob was the beloved son of a proud NYPD officer and a devoted homemaker. Growing up in a railroad apartment in Queens with his parents and sister, Bob often reminisced about...
Soo Ja Warrensford
Jul 30, 2025
In Loving Memory of Soo Ja Warrensford July 20, 1958 – July 30, 2025
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to weep and a time to laugh,a time to mourn and a time to dance.”– Ecclesiastes 3:1 & 4
With deep...
Joseph Casanova
Jul 30, 2025
Joseph Casanova, a devoted husband, loving father, proud veteran, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at Advent Hospital in Daytona Beach, Florida. He was 66 years old.
Born on September 23, 1958, in Brooklyn, New York, Joseph was raised in a close-knit Italian household, where the values of family, faith, and tradition were the cornerstones of his...
David Lucas
Jul 29, 2025
David Lee Lucas passed on July 29, 2025 at the home of his son David J and wife Tammy Lucas in Deltona, Florida
Born July 5, 1936 in Pittsburgh, Pa. to parents John and Ella Lucas. He is preceded in death by his parents, older brother William and older Sister Ella and is survived by his younger brother Robert Lucas currently...
Carmen Emmons
Jul 25, 2025
Carmen Curry Emmons passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 25, 2025, at the AdventHealth Deland ICU.
She was Born on September 7, 1974, in St. Petersburg, Florida, to Karen C Shea and Graham Z Curry. She attended St. Peter’s Catholic School in Deland and graduated from Taylor Highschool in 1993, where she was also...
Anthony Andrew Tyler
Jul 17, 2025
With deep sorrow and abiding hope, we remember the life of Anthony Andrew Tyler—known lovingly as Tony—who passed away on July 17, 2025, at the age of 62. A devoted husband, father, veteran, musician, and man of deep faith, Tony leaves behind a legacy of love, purpose, and unwavering devotion to both family and God.
Born in Modesto, California, Tony lived...
Sherry Lee Newcomb
Jul 14, 2025
Sherry Lee Newcomb, age 82, of Deland, Florida, passed away peacefully July 12, 2025. She was born on December 21, 1942 in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Sherry was predeceased by her beloved husband, Peter Newcomb, Sr. and son, Christopher Newcomb. She is survived by her mother, Marion Tome, of Oviedo, Florida; her son, Peter Newcomb, of Flowery Branch, Georgia; her sister and brother-in-law,...
Eleanor Laslie Griffin
Jul 13, 2025
On July 13, 2025 Eleanor Elizabeth Laslie Griffin went to rest with the Lord. She passed at home with family. Eleanor is is described by her loved ones as having never met a stranger. She will be remembered by everyone she knew for her infectious smile, laughter, and dedication to others.
The fifth of nine children, Eleanor was born at home...
Charles C Reed
Jul 7, 2025
Charles C. Reed, age 87, of DeLand, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025. Born on April 4, 1938, in Watertown, New York, Charles was the beloved son of the late Clarence Reed and Etta Holloway.
A devoted family man, Charles dedicated his life to caring for those he loved. He faithfully traveled to upstate New York every summer to...
Lois Cooper
Jul 5, 2025
Lois Jean Haimerl Cooper, loving mother and grandmother, passed away on July 5, 2025, in DeLand, Florida. She was 91. Lois was born at home in 1934, just outside Columbus, Ohio, where she was raised on the family farm. From a young age, she developed a strong work ethic, a love for animals, and a talent for numbers. She briefly...
Jose V Duncil, Jr.
Jul 1, 2025
Jose V. Duncil Jr. (Jhun), 78, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 1, 2025.
Born on December 15, 1946, in Pampanga, Philippines, Jose was one of thirteen siblings in a close-knit and spirited family. His life was marked by deep faith, personal discipline, and an unwavering commitment to serving others.
A proud member of the Knights of...
Joseph William Nester
Jun 28, 2025
With broken hearts and eternal love, we announce the passing of Joseph William Nester, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, faithful friend, and powerful voice in Christian music. Joe entered into his Heavenly reward on June 28, 2025, covered in prayer and held tightly in our hearts.
Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, Joe graduated from Dickinson High School, where...
Monty Trickey
Jun 26, 2025
Monty Trickey, 58, of DeLand, Florida, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
A true Florida native through and through, Monty was known for his strong work ethic, his loyalty to those he loved, and his deep roots in the community. He proudly spent many years working as an equipment operator with Duke Energy, where his reliability and dedication earned...
Joseph Condron Reed
Jun 25, 2025
Joseph Condron Reed, age 84, of DeLand passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025. He was beloved by all of his family and his impact is felt by generations of DeLand students and families.
Joseph Condron Reed was born in Rockford, Illinois on March 2, 1941, to Rhoda & Joseph Reed, Sr. He grew up in Oregon, Illinois where he excelled...
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...
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