Zaid S. Zureikat

Zaid S. Zureikat, age 61, of Orlando, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2017.  He was born in Al-Karak-Al Rabeh, Jordan, the son of the late Salem and Wadiah Zureikat.  Zaid was employed as a butcher in the food industry.  Zaid leaves to cherish his memory wife Lina (Sweidan) Zureikat; son Daniel Zureikat; daughters Saly and Liana Zureikat; brothers Ziad, Jacob and Resmey Zureikat; sisters Eptisam, Hiam, Siam and Martha.  

The family will be receiving friends from 1:00 until 2:00 pm, followed by the funeral service on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Dobbs Funeral Home with Fr. Ephraim Michael officiating.  Interment will follow the service at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Zaid will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, and friend and his indestructible faith in God.

A letter to Zaid from his family:

Our Dearest Zaid, 

A true warrior.  Heaven has gained an angel and we are honored to say you're our father/husband.  We always called you an Alien, because your strength was out of this world. Always defeating the unimaginable.   The hardest worker we know. 

You put blood, heart, and soul into everything you've done. You will always be remembered for your genuine love. Your pure baby heart will remain beating inside us. 

Today, we will call you our guardian angel, flying with Jesus and protecting us forever, in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.  We are proud of your indestructible hope and faith in God and today you have been rewarded with wings and a shining halo.

Zaid, may your precious soul Rest In Peace. We love you. 

We'll miss you...forever.

With Great Love,

Lina, Daniel, Sally, Liana

Lascells George Allen

Lascells Allen, affectionately called Al, was born in the village of Clarendon on the beautiful Caribbean Island of Jamaica on April 16, 1942.   Mr. Allen migrated to the Big Apple in the 70s. Residing in New York City, he met and married the love-of-life Caroline Castor. The couple relocated to Orlando, where they spent the last 40 years of her life in Tangelo Park Community. Mr. Allen worked as a DJ for six years at Y106 before accepting a position with MEARS TAXI SERVICE, where he remained until his retirement in 2008. Since retiring, Mr. Allen battled health illnesses which eventually confined him to Terra Vista Rehabilitation & Health Center.  On Friday December 02, 2017, Lascells Allen passed away at the Hospice Facility.

Yogendra P. (Brow) Ramnarine

Brow Ramnarine, age 64, of Apopka, passed away Friday, December 29th, 2017 at Florida Hospital Apopka,   He was born in Guyana,  the son of the late Soosattie (Singh)  and Ramnarain  Ramnarain.  Brow was the owner of a hardwood flooring company and member of Grace Bible Church in Orlando.  

Brow  is preceded in death by  sister Paro Ramnarain (1994); Narine Ramnarine (2008); son Omar Ramnarine (2012); brother; sister Penny Bownoth (2012) and leaves to cherish his memory, wife Anne  (Bhola) Ramnarine of Apopka;  four daughters, Nadia Ramnarine of New York, Trivanne Ramnarine-Singh of Orlando, Shivanne Ramnarine and Yovanne Ramnarine both of Apopka; son-in-law Mike Singh; four sisters, Seeta Persaud of New York,  Lovin Ramnarine of Orlando, Mala Hashim of Ocoee, Shanti Singh of Orlando; brother Bato Ramarine of Orlando;  4 grandchildren Amerique, Thierry, Kamran and Kamden.

The family will be receiving friends from  6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Thursday, January 4th, 2018 at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The service will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, January 5th, 2018 at Grace Bible Church with Pastor Gene Pritchard officiating.

Vishnu Moonasar

Vishnu Moonasar, age 53, of Orlando,  passed away Friday, December 22nd, 2017.  He was born in Trinidad,  the son of Radhica (Ramparsad)  and Ramdass Moonsar and was employed as a security guard.

Vishnu leaves to cherish his memory along with his parents Ramdass and Radhic; sister Aneila Jugmohan all of Orlando. 

Traditional Hindu service will be  held  from  9:00 AM to 11:30 AM on Wednesday, December 27th, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home in Orlando, FL  with Pandit Ravidath officiating.  Cremation will follow at Metro Crematory located at 751 Bluford Avenue in Ocoee.

Dorothy Belle Graham

Mrs. Dorothy Bell Graham, went home to be with God on Sunday Dec 17, 2017. Dorothy is survived by her two sons, David (Conchita) McCloud of Orlando, FL and Douglas McCloud of Dayton, OH; her four grandchildren, Douglas Wright of New York, Lynn (Chris) Gray McCloud of Columbus, GA, Sheila McCloud of Orlando, FL, and Mark McCloud of Manila,  Philippines; her great grandchildren Jada Gooden of Orlando, FL, James McCloud of Manila, Philippines, and Adia Gray of Columbus, GA; her sisters, Ella Mae (Eddie Sr) Sanders of Yalaha, FL, Nancy (George) Graham Wilder of Orlando, FL, and Barbara Jean Graham of Orlando, FL; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, David McCloud Sr; her parents, Horace and Nancy Graham of Ocala, FL; her brothers Theodore Graham, Sylvester Graham, Alonzo Graham, Horace Graham Jr, Ernest (Dorothy) Graham Sr, and Andrew Lee Graham; and sisters, Doretha Graham, Eloise (Arthur) Jones, and Olphelia (Willie) Graham Volley.  

Dorothy Bell Graham was born on February 18, 1930 in Ocala, FL to the late Horace and Nancy Graham. She was the eldest daughter of fourteen children. She was married to the late David McCloud senior and had two children, David McCloud and Douglas James McCloud. They resided in Orange Bend, Fl before relocating to Yalaha, Fl.  Dorothy was a strong, yet humble and hardworking individual who worked several jobs in personal residences for many years as a caretaker. 

Dorothy also worked at Mayfield retirement center in Leesburg, Fl for over 10 years taking care of the elderly. She was a dedicated and faithful member of Church of God By Faith in Yalaha, Fl,  for over 50 plus years.  She loved God, her faith was strong in the lord, and was always a willing worker ready to serve. She had many hobbies to include building and rebuilding her home, going fishing, and had a love for vanilla ice cream with cookies. She was always there for her family. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and auntie.  

A funeral service is scheduled at 12 noon on Dec 23,2017 at Church of God By Faith in Yalaha, Fl. Burial will follow the funeral service at Yalaha Cemetery. Pastor Gary Miller will officiate the ceremony.  

The celebration of life will continue in the Yalaha Community Center, Yalaha, Fl. All family and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate the life of Dorothy Bell Graham. 

      

  

Priscilla Pagan

Priscilla Pagan, age 67, of Orlando, passed away Wednesday, December 13th, 2017 at her daughters home,    She was born in New York, NY, the daughter of the late Carmen (Badillo)  and Diego  Pagan and was employed as a hospital nurse.

Priscilla leaves to cherish her memory,  two daughters Lessette Rivera of Orlando, FL;  Annette Santiago of New York;  son John Ortiz of Easley, SC;  brother Jesus Pagan of New York; 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends from 9:30 until 11:00 am, followed by the funeral mass on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at St. Andrew Catholic Church with Father Leo Hodges officiating.

Obdulia Orellano-Soto

Obdulia Orellano-Soto, age 78, of Orlando, passed away Saturday, December 16th, 2017 at Cornerstone Hospice at Orlando Health.  Obdulia was born in Viesquez, Puerto Rico,  the daughter of the late Consuelo (Fernandez) and was employed as a chef.

Obdulia leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Mercedes Nieves of Houston, TX;   Barbara Ayala of Aquadilla, PR;  five sons Pedro Ortiz of Staten Island, Pedro Ayala of Brooklyn, NY,  John Colon of Marriotville, PA,  Joseph Soto of Mayagues, PR,  Jeremy Soto of Orlando, FL; sister Cruzita Santiago of New York, NY;  4 grandchildren Belinda Medina of Orlando; Danny Soto of Houston, Zury Nieves of Houston, Calvin Colon of Austin, TX; 3 great-grandchildren Aidan Pabon, Liam Pabon, Olivia Bri Pabon all of Orlando.

The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home from 6:00 until 8:00 pm.  The funeral service will held at 7:00 pm with Rev. Jorge Texidor officiating.  Interment will be at Winter Garden Cemetery on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 2:00 pm.

Tyler James Cravens

Tyler James Cravens (age 50) died Saturday, December 9th at 9:15am, surrounded by friends and family, after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. He was a professional actor, successful restaurateur, loyal friend, and above all, beloved and devoted husband.

Tyler was born June, 28, 1967 in Evansville, Indiana but soon relocated several times before settling for the duration of his childhood in Jackson, Mississippi. It was there, in high school, Tyler discovered his lifelong love and passion for acting, which entered his life by way of the annual theater competition.

Professional acting, however, didn't become reality until some time later.  First, Tyler entered the US Army Reserves. He attended basic and advanced training at Ft. Jackson, SC, after which he enrolled at the University of Arkansas-Ft. Smith for a year and a half before opting for active duty. During his six-year military career he held duty stations at The Air Assault School (Ft. Campbell, KY), a year long stint in South Korea (Camp Humphreys), and then the 5th Special Group (Ft. Campbell, KY). It was with 5th Group that Tyler deployed to Operation Desert Shield/Storm, earning the respected status: combat veteran. He ultimately achieved the rank of Sergeant, qualified as a Paratrooper (38 airborne jumps), became qualified in Air Assault tactics and Rappel Master, and attended Primary Leadership Development School where he finished 5th in his class.

Throughout his life in the military, Tyler never lost his desire for the art of acting. Upon returning from the Gulf War (1991), he began performing regional theater and appeared in several local and regional commercials. Acting became Tyler's life while the Army was his day job. In time, he left the military (1993) to pursue his dream to become a successful actor.

After bouncing around the country from Nashville to New York, Tyler landed in Orlando, FL where he really hit his stride. He began taking acting classes and working as an actor at several different venues. He was a contracted performer at Universal Studios where he dazzled audiences in shows like The Ghostbusters Spooktacular Show, Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies, and The Horror Makeup Show.  At the same time, he also worked nights at Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show and Capone’s Dinner Show.  But this wasn’t enough for Tyler. Tyler knew he was supposed to be in Film and Television.

Tyler searched for the right agent to represent him and that’s exactly what he found in Traci Danielle of Brevard Talent Group. Little did he know this would begin a partnership that would last over 20 years. With the help of Traci, Tyler began auditioning and booking. He was off and running. Some notable credits include: From Earth to the Moon, Maximum Bob, S Club 7, Tigerland, and For Love of Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story. During this run he got to work with some amazing people: Tom Hanks, Beau Bridges, Dylan Walsh, Colin Farrell and Andy Garcia just to name a few.   

Tyler was on the rise and Hollywood was calling. In the late 1990s, he moved to Los Angeles. This move would prove to be the most gratifying of his life. It was here he met the love of his life, his Soulmate, Patcharee Suksamran. Like most actors who move to L.A., Tyler worked a day job to pay the bills. While working as a financial manager for a casino, a co-worker suggested that he come to dinner with her, her husband and some friends.  Tyler agreed. That evening he met Patcharee for the first time and it was over. From that moment on, Tyler James Cravens was officially off the market. After dinner, he and Patcharee spent the rest of the evening talking about anything and everything. They spoke of how they came to be in L.A. They spoke of hopes and dreams. They spoke of previous trials and tribulations. They smiled. They cried. They laughed. In short, they fell in love. And on December 22nd, 2004 Tyler and Patcharee were married.

After their wedding, the new couple moved back to Central Florida and opened a restaurant together.  On June 1st, 2008 Thai Blossom was born. This beautiful restaurant is located in the historic Edgewater Hotel in downtown Winter Garden. Thai Blossom was an instant hit. Tyler and Patcharee were an amazing team. Patcharee accumulated and perfected recipes, concentrating on delivering the most delicious dishes possible; Tyler, perfectly suited, ran the business side of the restaurant. They both would often be seen speaking with customers, welcoming them into their restaurant, and making sure they had a great time.  Tyler and Patcharee were a well-oiled machine when it came to running the restaurant. Their hard work and determination resulted in Thai Blossom winning many awards including Best Thai Restaurant, year after year, from Orlando Magazine, Orlando Sentinel, MyCityEats, Talk of the Town, and Trip Advisor.

With Thai Blossom doing well, Tyler went back to auditioning for film and television. He was back with a vengeance, booking roles left and right, including Letters to God, Endure, Graceland, and Sleepy Hollow. Recently, his most notable role was as the cool, efficient hitman, Ralph Lawler, in the Netflix Original series Bloodline.

Tyler will always be remembered for his love for his wife, his passion to create, his dry sense of humor that lead to his contagious laugh, and his indomitable spirit.

Tyler is survived by his wife, Patcharee Cravens, and his siblings, Thomas J. Cravens, Teresa “Tracey” Cravens Haney, Tamara Cravens Tateosian and their children.  A Celebration of Life will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, December 4, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider donating to www.standuptocancer.org in his name.

“Onward and Upward”

--Tyler

Donna Mae Bernice McArthur

Donna McArthur of Orlando, FL passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2017.  Donna grew up in North Dakota then moved to Minnesota where she raised 3 kids with husband Roy while working.  She worked for Hornbachers & store manager of Cormorant store.  She was very active in the church with her children and with her grandchildren.  She loved to dance.  In 1983 she moved to Orlando Florida where she continued to work as head housekeeper then moved to different hotel as housekeeper until her retirement in 2005.  She loved to garden, her front porch of condo and patio were her greenhouses.  She also, stayed active with family, friends, and church.  Made lots of trips north to be with family, she was a very loving and caring person to all and never slowed down.

She is preceded in death by her husband Roy McArthur, son Douglas McArthur, daughter-in-law Jill McArthur, parents Christopher and Agness Sampson, brothers Clifford, Stanley, Russell, and Cecil Sampson.  Survived by sister Birdella Beach, brotherss Gordon (Eileen) Sampson and Lyle Sampson; sons Michael McArthur, Patrick (Glenda) McArthur, daughter Deborah (Stephen) McArthur-Mirra, daughter-in-law Rosalie Culhane, and close family friends Michael Crain and Krista Manchester.  Grandchildren Sheila (Ken) Johnson, Matthew McArthur, Andrew (Remi) McArthur, Ryan (Kari) Atkinson and Phillip (Melissa) Noe.  Great Grandchildren Madeline and Ella Johnson, Douglas and Chase McArthur, Delaney McArthur, Talaidh and Sadie Isaacs, and Reid Atkinson.

A memorial  service will be held at Holy Family Episcopal Church on Saturday, December 16th, 2017 at 11:00 am.  The family has asked in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Holy Family Episcopal Church or Dobbs Funeral Home.

Kissore Singh

Kissore Singh,  age 81, of Mascotte, FL, passed away Saturday, December 9th, 2017 at Mike Conley Hospice House in Clermont.   He was born in West Bank, Guyana, the son of Parbatie and Udit Singh.  Kissore was employed as a fisherman.

Kissore is preceded in death by his wife Nearmattie Singh, son Dindyal Singh and leaves to cherish his memory, son Ramsingh Singh; daughter-in-law Bibi Singh; four brothers; two sisters; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and son Permanand Singh.

The family will have traditional Hindu services at Dobbs Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 from 6:00 until 9:00 pm  and Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 8:00 until 10:00 am.  Interment will follow the service on Wednesday at Metro Crematory located at 751 Bluford Avenue in Ocoee, FL.

Arthur Dale Bailey

"The light that burns twice as bright, burns half as long"

Arthur "Dale" Bailey , III

His light burned very, very brightly.

Born Into This Realm ~ October 8, 1975

Ascended Eternally Into All of Hearts

December 4, 2017

Dale was a man of candor, strength, kindness and unrivaled loyalty.  He was a masterful mechanic and loved turning wrenches.  His love for cars could only be rivaled by his passion for creating works of art.  A tattoo machine as his brush, some lucky individuals as his canvas.

Dale would give you the shirt off his back or a kick in the ass, whichever you needed more.  He happily obliged.  To be in Dale's good company, one felt at ease, safe, cared for and cared about.  Those blessed enough to Dale on a deeper level experienced an apparelled kinship - his family an unwavering love. (Yes, even Star Wars).  Yet for all of Dale's passions all paled in comparison to his love of his mother.

Still in the realm to carry on Dale's memory are his mother Carla King; father Tony Bailey; brothers Michael of Orlando and Raymond of Illinois; 5 nieces and 5 nephews. 

The family will be receiving friends  at Dobbs Funeral Home from 6:00 until 8:00 pm.  The funeral service will begin at 7:00 pm.

Delaverne Javone Thomas

Delaverne Javon Thomas, age 26, of Orlando, passed away Friday, November 24th, 2017. He was born June 10th, 1991 in Orlando, the son of Washbourne Thomas and the late Charlene (Brown). “DJ”, as he was affectionately known, spent his early childhood years in Chicago, but as a teenager he lived in Orlando and graduated from Ocoee High School in 2009, where he was an Honor Roll student and very active in Music and Drama.

He was a hard-working young man and was employed as a restaurant manager, but anyone that knew DJ, knew that his real passions were animals and his music.

Delaverne leaves to cherish his memory, father Washbourne Thomas; five sisters, Andrea Thomas, Melanie Thomas Livingston, Michelle DiGiorno, Tonya Thomas, Bianca Thomas; two brothers, David Thomas, Waylan Thomas; 17 nieces and nephews (10 girls and 7 boys); numerous cousins and many friends. (It would take 2 tractor trailers to hold them all.)

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home from 2:00 until 3:00 pm  followed by the funeral service at 3:00 pm on Sunday, December 10, 2017

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Pavielle LeShea Turner

 Pavielle LeShea Turner, age 27, of Orlando, passed away Sunday, November 26th, 2017.  Pavielle, a life long Floridian was born in Orlando, the son of Desiree (Anazagasty)  and Paul LeShea Turner.  He was employed as an Assistant Manager in Food Services.  

Pavielle leaves to cherish his memory, parents Desiree Anazagasty-Turner, father Paul LeShea Turner both of Orlando; three sisters, Anshelic  Nunez Turner of Largo,  Monique L. Turner of Arizona, Satara  C. Turner of Orlando; brother James L. Turner of Orlando; paternal grandparents  William Hodges of Statesboro, GA, Paulette E. Turner of Orlando; maternal grandparents Maria E. Alicia and Victor Santana both of Orlando.

The family will be receiving friends at 10:00 am, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of Orlando with Pastors Jeff Thomason and Jimmy Knott officiating.

Jeffrey David Lockey

Jeffrey David Lockey,  age 58,  formerly of Saginaw, died suddenly on November 30, 2017. Jeff was born in Cheboygan, MI, the son of John and Therese (Bourrie) Lockey. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School and has resided in Sarasota, Florida for the last several years where he has owned his own business in the pool maintenance industry.  

Jeff is survived by his parents, siblings: Steve Lockey - Bay City, MI, Greg (Deb) Lockey - Ocoee, FL, Mark (Helle) Lockey - Denmark, Anne Samuels - Slidell LA, Joe (Liz) Lockey - Orlando, FL, Mary (Tony) Laton - Concord, CA, Charles (Keri) Lockey - St. Cloud, FL & Tish (Jerry) Maestaz - Birch Run, MI. Nieces and nephews: Maggie, Erin, Rachelle (Michael), Nicole (Andrew), Jennifer, Hannah, Maja, Klara, Kristine, Kari (Lance), Zachary, Monica, Samantha, Andrew (Rochelle), Sarah, Emily, Gavin, Nicholas & Kayla and many great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family and many dear friends.  Jeff was truly loved by his nieces and nephews who he doted on.  He enjoyed riding his Harley and spending time at the beach. 

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 6th from 11:00 am until the time of the service at 12:00 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home, 430 N. Kirkman Rd., Orlando, FL.  Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Mildred Maria Allison

Mildred Maria Allison, age 67, of Orlando, passed away Thursday, November 23rd, 2017 at Cornerstone Hospice at Orlando Health Center.  She was born in Mocho, Jamaica, the daughter of the late Doris Amanda (McLean)  and Reginald Nathaniel Allison and was employed as a Domestic Engineer.

Mildred leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Sonia Troupe, Claudia Troupe;  five sisters, Christiana Allison, Catherine Allison Douglas, Joy Williams, Lily Allison-Bulgin, Tillia Allison-Brown; brother Adolphus Allison;  and 3 grandchildren, Diamond Troupe, Najee McLean, Caleb McLean. 

The family will be receiving friends from 10:00 until 11:00 am, followed by the funeral service on Saturday, December 9th, 2017 at New Destiny Christian Center, 505 McCormick Road in Apopka, FL.  Interment will follow the funeral service at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Martha A. Arthur

Martha A. Arthur,  age 101, of Orlando, FL passed away Friday, December 1st, 2017 at Guardian Care Nursing and Rehab Center in Orlando.  She was born in born in Berbice, Guyana,  the  daughter of the late Susan (Adonis).  Ms. Martha leaves to cherish her memory, daughters Patricia H. Arthur-Rodriguez; Faylene Adams, Louise Woods and son Keith Arthur.

The family will be receiving friends from 10:00 until 11:00 am, followed by the funeral service on Thursday, December 7th, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The service will be officiated by Pastor Thomas Hensley.

Cecil Fletcher

Cecil Fletcher, age 79, of Winter Garden, FL passed away Sunday, November 19th, 2017.  He was born in Burning Springs, KY  the son of the late Thelma (Philpot)  and Nick  Fletcher.  Cecil served in the U.S. Army, was employed as an automotive salesman and was a member of Grace Bible Church in Orlando.

Cecil is predeceased by first wife, Louise Edna Owens Fletcher (2004) and leaves to cherish his memory,  wife Jettie (Mims) Fletcher; daughter Cynthia  Giles (Jr.), of Apopka;  son William Cantrell (Tina) of Winter Garden;  sister Joan Jackson (Wilkie) of Clarksville, OH; brother Lowell Fletcher (Barbara)  of Mooresville, IN; grandchildren Victoria Cantrell of Winter Garden, Dalton Cantrell of Winter Garden, Joshua Cantrell of Clermont, Zachary Roller of Apopka; great grand-daughter Emma-Leigh Cantrell of Clermont

The family will be receiving friends from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, November 22nd at Grace Bible Church in Orlando, followed by the funeral service at 7:00 pm with Pastor Gene Pritchard officiating.   Mausoleum Encryptment will be at Cumberland Memorial Gardens,  in KY (services in Kentucky will be  provided by Britton Funeral Home.

Douglas James Garland

Douglas James Garland,  age 42, of Casselberry, FL, passed away Saturday, November 11th,  2017 at Florida Hospital in Altamonte.   He was born in Pontiac, MI the son of Charlotte (Crabtree) and Russell Garland.   Douglas was a student.

Douglas leaves to cherish his memory, parents Charlotte Garland of Casselberry, step father Steve Linzey (husband of Charlotte),  Russell Garland of North Tonawanda, NY;  two brothers, Dennis Garland and wife Krista Vince-Garland of North Tonawanda, NY and Brian Garland and wife Barbara Garland of South Bend, IN; and nephew Jaden Garland, also of South Bend, IN.

A Memorial Mass will be held 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 16th at Saint Augustine Catholic Church in Casselberry, FL 

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make donations  in memory of Douglas Garland to: 

           Good Shepherd Montessori School, Inc.

1101 E. Jefferson Blvd.

South Bend, IN 46617

Emmanuel Petit-Frere

At the age of 48, Emmanuel Petit-Frere died on Sunday, November 5^th, 2017. He was born on December 24^th 1968 as the first son to Pierre-Antoine Petit-Frere and Julienne Severe  in Cap Haitien, Haiti at Hospital Justien. Emmanuel was the oldest brother and Protector of six siblings, Lisenie, Cleanta, Rony, Lorette Pierre-Mary and Roland. Emmanuel grew up in Morne Rouge, Balan until the age of 30 when he came to the United States and spent the rest of his life in Orlando, Florida. In Orlando, Emmanuel met Guerlande Joseph. Together, Emmanuel and Guerlande brought two beautiful children into the world Ashlande Manuella and Emmanuel Junior Petit-Frere. In the eyes of his family Emmanuel was calm. He brought joy to every one that knew him. Even though Emmanuel was big and Tall he never came off as a tough guy. He never raised his voice or got too upset.  He was kind and never spoke an ill word of anyone. 

Emmanuel was preceded in death by his in-laws Marie-Val and Sylvio Joseph to his Aunts and Uncles: Simone, Paulius and Jude Severe. He leaves to cherish his memory his nieces and nephews: Lucnise, Ludwige and Nick Metellus; Peterly Charles; Jason, Janika, Rhianna, Wandolph, Shelby, Esther and Mackenly Petit-Frere. His cousins: Michelet and Jeremy Julssaint; Celito Nelson; Frantz Petit-Frere; Guerline, Lunise, MarieJo,Marita, and Irlande Severe; Ivose Dolce Julssaint, Louise Dolce Jean-Baptiste, Physelle, Nabala, Justin, Lovely and Rev.  Miguel Dolce. Ludy, Woodlyne, Rholanda, Kevin and Roman Petit-Frere.

The family will be receiving friends at 11:00 am on  Saturday, November 18th at Church of God of Prophecy of the Last Days in Orlando, FL.  The funeral service will start at 12:00 pm followed by interment at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Robeste Onore

Robeste Onore, age 59 of Ocoee, passed away on November 7, 2017.  He was born in Cavaillon, Haiti, the son of the late Elicia Jeune and Brineus Honore and was employed in transportation as a driver.  

Robeste leaves to cherish his memory, 

Wife: Oclerne Onore

Children: Roberta Onore, John Onore, Jeffrey Onore, Danielle Onore, Annamiah Hadassah Onore, Rhaniah Oclerne Onore

Siblings: Lucien Honore, Ifica Honore, Oneste Onore (deceased) , Soeurette Honore(deceased),    Samson (deceased), Persinor Honore (deceased)

Grandchildren: Chrislynn Onore

Nieces and Nephews: Jean Dony Honore, Oniste Honore, Jean Bed Honore, Roussie Honore, Ony Honore, Jean Lys Honore, Junior Honoré, Sindyse Honore, Cherlie Honore, Sophia Honore, Medgine Honore, Micheline Honore, Mechelle Honore, Jean-Fritz Honore, Jackson Honore, Obed Lero, Yveline Lero, Guerlyne Lero, Phico Lero.

The family will be receiving friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Grace Bible Church located at 801 Dorscher Road, Orlando 32818.  The funeral service will start at 10:00 am on Friday, November 17, 2017 at Grace Bible Church, followed by interment at Winter Garden Cemetery.  

Margaret Elizabeth Cotton

Margaret Elizabeth Cotton age 92, of Orlando, passed away Thursday, October 12th, 2017 at VITAS Hospice at Quality Care, Winter Garden,  FL.   She was born in Washington D.C. , the daughter of Louis and Violet (Finley) Good and was a homemaker.

Margaret is predeceased by her husband Robert William (1978) and will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memory, son Jim "Skippy" Mutchler of California; daughter Patricia Mutchler of Maryland; granddaughters  Denise Compton of Oklahoma, Christina Gnesda of California; and brother-in-law Jim Cotton of Virginia.  

Additional information and services are pending.  

Manicelle Marcelin

Manicelle Marcelin, age 72 of Orlando, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2017.  She was born in Bainet, Haiti and was employed in hospitality.

Manicelle leaves to cherish her memory, daughters Filadelphie, Gertha and Elena Marcelin all of Orlando; sons Daniel Marcelin of Ft. Myers, Jackson, Emanuel, Samson and Noe Marcelin all of Orlando; 30 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

The family will be receiving friends from 6:00 until 9:00 pm on Friday, November 17th, 2017 at the Church of God of Prophecy of  the Last Days, followed by the funeral service at 8:30 am on Saturday, November 18th, 2017.  The church is located at 432 N. Kirkman Road, Orlando 32811. Interment will follow the service at Washington Park Cemetery.

Josephine Scambia

Josephine Scambia, age 89, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017.  She was born in Reggio Calabrio, Italy, the daughter of Demitrio and Francesca (Scambia) Cuzzocrea.  Josephine was employed as an education professor.

Josephine leaves to cherish her memory, daughter Kathy Trisotto of Sarasota; son Robert Scambia of Clermont; sisters Millie Figari, Clara Figari both of Sarasota; Gloria Basile of New Jersey; 5 grandchildren, Chrissy, Ricky, Robert, Michael, David; 2 great-grandchildren, Gianna and Sam.

The family will be receiving friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am at Blessed Sacrament Catholic, located at 720 12th Street, Clermont, FL 34711.

Linda Vitale

Linda Vitale passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 at the age of 91. She was born on July 27, 1926 in Benghazi, Libya.  As a teenager, she and her family relocated to Rome, Italy where she later met her husband, Salvatore Vitale.

    

As a homemaker for her family, Linda followed her husband’s engineering career around the world from Italy to Venezuela, Detroit, and New York City. She and Salvatore settled permanently in Orlando, Florida in 1981. After the death of her husband in 1997, Linda took over responsibility for his local business and cared for it until her death.

Linda is survived by her daughters Marilena Rubeca (Orlando), Silvana Di Piazza (St. Cloud), and Daniela Janesick (Orlando), her son-in-law Giancarlo Rubeca (Orlando), as well as her grandchildren Manuela Di Piazza, Alex Janesick, and Sabrina Janesick, and great-grandson Mathias Di Piazza.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday November 3, 2017 at 10:30 am at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 801 N Hastings St., Orlando, FL 32808. 

In lieu of flowers a contribution may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org) or the charity of your choice.

Debra Kaye Seay

Debra Kaye Seay, age 65 of Orlando, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2017.  She was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, the daughter of Dennis Harold and and Vollie (Byrd) Oltman and was employed in distribution for a drug company.

Debra leaves to cherish her memory husband Roy Seay of Orlando; daughters Melissa Bass of Groveland, Melenna Johnson of Colorado, Amy Seay of Orlando; brother Ronnie Oltman of Orlando; 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends from 6:00 until 7:00 pm on Monday, October 30, 2017 followed by the funeral service at 7:00 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home with Pastor Gene Pritchard officiating.

Jaikaran

Jaikaran, age 67 , of Orlando passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2017.  He was born in Mahaica, Guyana the son of Sasenarine  and Gladys Persaud.   Jai was employed as a security guard.  

Jaikaran leaves to cherish his memory wife Indrani (Chand) Jaikaran of Orlando; son Kevin Jaikaran of Orlando; stepchildren Ramona Lee; Richard Armogan and Rauvell Armogan; sisters Nirupa Outar, Beena Prashad both of Guyana; sister Oma Narsing of Canada; brothers Latchman Persaud and Atambeo Persaud both of Guyana; 3 grandchildren, Aiden, Reia and Jade.

The family will be receiving friends from 6:00 until 9:00 pm on Friday, October 27, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home.  A traditional Hindu service will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 9:00 until 11:30 am.  Cremation will follow the service on Saturday at Metro Crematory located at 751 Bluford Avenue in Ocoee.

Dorothy B. Douglas

Dorothy B. Douglas “Dottie” of Winter Garden, FL passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. She was born on March 31, 1921 in Hawthorne, NJ.  Prior to moving to Winter Garden in 2004 she resided in Lake Park, FL for 47 years.    

    

After graduating high school Mom enjoyed a career as a telephone operator for 9 years before meeting and marrying the love of her life Doug.  Their marriage spanned 55 years until his death in 2002.  In 1957 they relocated to Lake Park, Florida where she was very active in her children’s lives, her local United Methodist Church and remained a member of the Order of the Eastern Star of New Jersey. 

Mom was fully involved in the lives of her family, providing guidance when we strayed and understanding of our digressions, but always love in her heart.  The only item she was unyielding with was in her favorite color ‘blue’; so much so that when her roof needed replacing she requested blue shingles for her blue house.

Predeceased by her parents Jennie Strong Baker and William H. Baker, sister Audrey Nicol, and loving husband of 55 years Frank “Doug” Douglas.  She is survived by her sister Shirley Johnson, Palm Beach Gardens, FL,  daughter Charalyn Blagg (Ronnie), Winter Garden, FL and son William F. Douglas, (Pam) Monticello, Florida; grandchildren Ian Cole (Candy), Orlando, FL, Rebecca Cole Kennedy (Robbie), Orlando, FL, Diana Garrett (Ray), Blairsville, GA, Heather Shoup (Aaron), Tallahassee, FL, and Molly Williams (Chis), Monticello, FL; great-grand children Adam and Andrew Cole; Erin and Emily Cole and Coy Kosola; Christopher Blagg and Raylyn, Skyler and Joshua Garrett; Haley and Christopher Shoup; Connor and Kyle Williams; and great-great-grandson Riley Mullins; nieces, nephews and dear friends.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday October 28, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Ocoee Oaks United Methodist Church, 201 South Clarke Road, Ocoee, FL 34761.  Our family would be blessed with your attendance.

In lieu of flowers a contribution may be made to Mike Conley Hospice House “Cornerstone” 2100 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont, FL 34711 or Ocoee Oaks United Methodist Church, 201 South Clarke Road, Ocoee, FL 34761, or the charity of your choice. 

Doolarie Ragoonanan

Doolarie Ragoonanan, 91, of Orlando , passed away Sunday, October 22nd, 2017 at Health Central Hospital in Ocoee.  She was born in Sangre Grande, Trinidad, the daughter of Ramkisson and Nankie and was a homemaker.  

Loving Family of Doolarie

Parents:  Ramkissoon (father) and Nanki (mother)

Siblings: Harry Ramkissoon, Carmen Sookhdeo, Seepersad (Daal) Ramkissoon, Soogie Ramgoodar, Latchman (Latch) Ramkissoon, Dolly Harry,  Bridgemohan (Narine “King”)  Ramkissoon, Kownsilla (Celia) Ramkissoon

Husband:  Ramjit  Raghoonanan

Children: Ramdeo, Samdeo, Harriepersad, Rampersad, & Deo.

Daughter-in-Laws:  Kalowtie, Radica, Vashti, Chandai, and Geeta.

Grandchildren:  Rishi Raghoonanan, Reshma Raghoonanan, Shashi Raghoonanan, Shiva Raghoonanan, Shakti Raghoonanan-Singh, Vidyia Ragoonanan, Rakesh Ragoonanan,  Seeta Ragoonanan-Maldonado,  Ganesh Ragoonanan, Shrila Ragoonanan, Neela Ragoonanan,  Vishal Ragoonanan, & the late Kavita.

Granchildren In-Laws:  Ravi Singh, Rodney Bridgemohan, Carlos Maldonado, Sierra Ragoonanan

Great-grandchildren: Sachin Singh, Roshan Bridgemohan, Isabel Maldonado, Suhani Singh, Sourav Singh

Nieces and Nephews: Harry’s Kids: Joan, Chitrapal “Lappo”, Krishna, & Jeewan  Carmen’s kids: Chan, Dolly, Dai, Satram, Prema, & Krishna | Daal’s Kids: Theo, Tina, the late Michael, John, Sharon, & Tony | Soogie’s Kids: Dawlatie, Harry, Ramesh, Leela, Carol, Kamini, & Gulcharran | Latch’s Kids: Neela, Krishna, & Sheila | Dolly’s Kids: Charles, Richard, Patsy ,& Harold | Narine’s Kids: Vijay, Visham, Shawn, Darin, & Chitra| Celia’s Kids: Mala, Bernadine, Annmarie, Sunita, & Steven

The family will be receiving friends from 6:00 until 9:00 pm on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home  and a traditional Hindu service on Friday, October 27, 2017 from 9:00 until 11:30 am.  Cremation will follow the service at Metro Crematory located at 751 Bluford Avenue, Ocoee. FL.

Mary Laguane' Harris

Marie Laguane' Harris, age 46, of Orlando, passed away Monday, October 16th, 2017 at her residence.  She was born in Manhattan, NY the daughter of the late Almeda (Johnson)  and Eugene  Fernandez. and was employed as a cashier.

Marie leaves to cherish her memory, by two daughters, Andrea Harris of Orlando, Zaria Johnson also  of Orlando; three sons Justin Harris of Poughkeepsie, NY, Andrew Harris of Albany, NY, Kendrick Harris of Catskill, NY;  and 8 grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm on Tuesday, October 24, 2017.  The funeral service will follow visitation at 12:00 pm with Deacon Larry Herbert officiating.

Melissa Suzanne Fazio

Melissa Suzanne Fazio, age 38, of Orlando, passed away Monday, October 16th, 2017.   She was born in Orlando, the daughter of Edith (Boggetta)  and Richard Steele Barlow and was employed as a phlebotomist.  

Melissa leaves to cherish her memory, parents Edith and Richard Barlow; husband Phillip Fazio; two sons Drake Fazio, Mason Fazio, all of Orlando; sister Brandy (Vic) DeVore of Clermont.  

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home on Monday, October 23, 2017 at 12:00 pm.  The funeral service will follow visitation at 1:00 pm.  Interment will be at Winter Garden Cemetery.

William Anthony O'Donnell

William Anthony O'Donnell, 73, of Orlando, FL, passed away, Sunday, October 15th, 2017 at Orlando Regional Medical Center.   He was born in Detroit, MI on October 20, 1943, a son of the late Dominica Rose (Cicatella)  and Patrick Emmett O'Donnell. William was married to Verna (Messinger) O'Donnell.

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From Verna

Bill and Verna met during a farmer's strike , working a picket line in 1978 and have shared their lives happily together for 39 years.  He joined Labor Union Local 517 in 1964 and was a Business Agent then Business Manager and Special  International Rep until retiring in 2002.

 Bill was devoted to his job, family and friends.  He was loved and respected by all who knew him.  He had many hobbies with fishing being one of his favorites.  He enjoyed playing lottery tickets and playing poker with friends and family.  He had a wonderful sense of humor that kept  you laughing all the time.  He was a great story teller and enjoyed sharing all his great tales.  Bill was a devoted and loving Husband, Father, Papa, Brother and friend.  He will be greatly missed by all and loved loved by his family and friends.

Bill has gone to be with our children and other family members who went to Heaven before him.  Bill will always be with me in my heart and one day we will be together again.  Bill is and always be "The Love Of My Life".

Bill is predeceased by his son, Leon Michael (1989), daughter Verena K. O'Donnell, son Daniel Michael Anthony (2014); grand daughter Amanda Marie Anthony (1989) and leaves to cherish his memory, wife Verna (Messinger) O'Donnell; son William "Tony" (Dana) O'Donnell of Orlando; two sisters, Patricia (Dennis) Beach of Tennessee, Carmella (Steve) Phipps of Tennessee; brother, Leslie "Joe" (Sue) O'Donnell of Orlando; He is also survived by grandchildren Nicholas, Michael and Daniele O'Donnell; great grandchild Christabelle O'Donnell  all of Orlando; several nieces & nephew.

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home on Friday, October 20, 2017 at 12:00 pm, followed by the funeral service at 1:00 pm with Deacon Larry Herbert officiating.  Interment will be at Lake Hill Cemetery in Orlo Vista.