Obituaries
Michael Raymond Durant
Dec 27, 2024
Michael R. Durant (59) of DeLand, Florida passed away peacefully on Friday, December 27, 2024, after a short illness. Michael was the son of Robert Durant Jr. and Elizabeth Durant of Watertown, NY. Michael was born in Wurzburg, Germany and spent his childhood years in New York, Georgia, and Tennessee.
He graduated from Northeast High School, Clarksville, TN class of 1985....
Sherry Lynn Brodock
Dec 24, 2024
Sherry Lynn Brodock, 66, of Orange City, FL, passed away peacefully at her home on December 24, 2024. Born on November 10, 1958, in Huntington, WV, Sherry grew up in Orlando as the only child of her devoted mother, Billie. She attended Colonial High School, where her journey of hard work and dedication began.
Sherry was a devoted believer in Jesus...
Joseph Russell Balzano
Dec 18, 2024
Joseph R. Balzano, age 77, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024. He was born August 29, 1947 to Doris Colwell Balzano and James V. Balzano in Manhattan, New York.
When Joe was a teenager he and his family moved to Baltimore, Maryland where he would meet his wife, Jackie. He served as a United States Marine, 1964 – 1968, serving...
Gertrude Vindett Bludworth
Dec 18, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Gertrude "Trudy" Bludworth on December 18, 2024, in DeLand, Florida, at the age of 93. Born on June 30, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, Trudy's life was a testament to love, laughter, and the strength of family.
Trudy was the beloved wife, devoted mother, and proud grandmother. She is...
Bobby Glen Pangle
Dec 17, 2024
On December 17, 2024 at 02:26am, with loving family at his side and within his DeLand, Florida home, Bobby Glen Pangle passed peacefully into God’s embrace. He is now in the company of his family and friends who there awaited. He was preceded in death by his mother Ruth Davis Buster and his aunt Vivian Davis – of Merkel Texas,...
Terance Darnell Pope Jr.
Dec 17, 2024
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and friend, Terance Pope Jr., on December 17, 2024, at the age of 21.
Born on January 22, 2003, in Landstuhl Germany, Terance brought light and love to everyone who knew him. He was the beloved son of Zabrina Santiago and Terance Pope Sr.,...
Vittoria Maria Pirillo
Dec 16, 2024
Vittoria Maria Pirillo, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, at the age of 96. Born on August 25, 1928, in Italy, Vittoria lived a life full of faith, love, and dedication to her family.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Frank Pirillo, and her brothers, Cataldo and Francesco Mazzone. She is...
Jesse Wayne Dreggors
Dec 16, 2024
Jesse Wayne Dreggors passed away peacefully on his 74th birthday, December 16, 2024, in Orange City, Florida, due to the effects of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
Wayne was born on December 16, 1950, in DeLand, Florida, to Bill and Jo Lewis Dreggors. He graduated from DeLand High School in 1968 and pursued higher education at Stetson University, earning a BA in English...
Jacquelyn Marie ‘Tuma’ Pirollo
Dec 15, 2024
Jacquelyn Marie ‘Tuma’ Pirollo, age 77, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024. Jackie was born on April 25, 1947, in Long Island, New York and was the eldest daughter of Jack and Millie Tuma. The Tuma family moved from New York to DeLand in the late 1950s. Jackie attended DeLand High School and was a Class of 1964 Bulldog...
Richard Conk
Dec 15, 2024
Richard died peacefully on December 15, 2024, at his home in Deland, with his wife Joyce, of 58 years, by his side.
Richard was born in New York City on January 29, 1942, to Harriet and Richard C. Conk.
Richard proudly served his country and was a veteran of the United States Navy.
Richard loved his family with a passion and was happiest...
Ray Ford Veech
Dec 13, 2024
Ray Ford Veech, 99, of DeLand, Florida, went to her Heavenly home on December 13, 2024.
Ray was born on July 21, 1925 to F.M. and Berenice Ford in Manchester, Kentucky. As an infant, the family moved to DeLand. After graduating from DeLand High School, Ray attended the University of Kentucky, where she met the love of her life, Alex B....
Lowell "Ed" Renfroe
Dec 11, 2024
Lowell Edwin “Ed” Renfroe, a beloved leader, devoted family man, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, at Halifax Health in Orange City, Florida. Born on March 13, 1937, in Lake Butler, Florida, Ed’s life was marked by hard work, community service, and a profound love for his family.
Ed’s journey of excellence began at Louisiana State University,...
Carol Dawn Haase
Dec 11, 2024
With both great sorrow and great peace, the Haase, Ciaramitaro, Grell, Miller, and Rogers families announce the passing of our beautiful and loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Carol Dawn Haase, into the heavenly Kingdom of God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit on December 11, 2024. As Carol’s body unjustly succumbed to cancer - her heart,...
Patsy Ann Tindall
Dec 10, 2024
Patsy Ann Tindall passed into her Savior’s arms December 10, 2024 at the age of 86. She was a native Floridian and a member of a pioneer Florida family. She was born in Kissimmee and grew up in Orlando attending Boone High School.
She was employed as a dental lab assistant, a hotel guest services assistant, and later in life a...
Michael William James
Dec 7, 2024
Michael William James, beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on December 7, 2024, in DeLand, Florida, at the age of 75. Born on July 21, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, Michael lived a life full of adventure, passion, and love for his family, friends, and the open road.
Michael served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during...
William A Wheeler
Dec 5, 2024
William A. Wheeler, age 66, of DeLand, Florida, passed away on December 5, 2024. He was born on November 29, 1958, in Port Hueneme, California, to Curtis Wheeler and Norma Brown.
A retired truck driver, William found joy in the simple but profound pleasures of life. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, a passionate golfer, and a dedicated gardener....
Ruth Geneva Fitzpatrick Prince
Dec 4, 2024
Ruth Geneva Fitzpatrick Prince, 77, of Orange City, Florida, passed away on December 4, 2024, at the Halifax Hospice Center. Born on June 16, 1947, in Jacksonville, Alabama, Ruth lived a life full of love, service, and devotion.
A longtime member of her local church, Ruth was deeply involved in the community and had the honor of leading the women’s ministry...
Brandon Michael Florio
Dec 3, 2024
Brandon Michael Florio, 29, passed away at home on December 3, 2024. He was born on May 31, 1995 in DeLand, Florida to Anthony and Lynda Florio.
A visitation with viewing will be held on Friday, December 13, 2024 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Lankford Funeral Home in DeLand, Florida. A funeral service was previously scheduled for Saturday December...
Victor George Johnson
Dec 1, 2024
Victor George Johnson, age 40, passed away peacefully at home on December 1, 2024, in DeLand, Florida. Born on October 23, 1984, at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Florida, Victor grew up with a heart full of generosity and a deep respect for others, values instilled by his loving family.
Victor was a natural athlete whose passion for sports...
Albert Vaczy
Nov 30, 2024
Albert Richard Vaczy (1960-2024) from Orange City, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on November 30, 2024, at Advent Health in Orange City, Florida.
Al was born on May 30, 1960, in Lynn, Massachusetts, where he spent most of his life. Graduating from Lynn High School and electricity school, he worked for the cable company as a cable installer. He then went on...
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