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.

Asquith S. Armstrong

Asquith S. Armstrong, age 70, of Windermere, passed away Saturday, September 30th, 2017 at Mike Conley Hospice House in Clermont.  He was born in Jamaica, the son of the late Pearline (Beecher) and Egbert Martin Armstrong and was employed as a salesman in the fashion industry.  Asquith was a member of Church of the Ascension and was the husband of Lilieth (Gooden) Armstrong of Windermere.

The family will be receiving friends at Church of the Ascension Church on Saturday, October 14, 2017, located at 4950 S. Apopka Vineland Road from 9:00 until 10:00 am.  The funeral service will follow visitation at 10:00 am.  Interment will be at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Leona E. Harrison

Leona E. Harrison, age 86 of Orlando, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2017.  A lifelong Floridian, she was the daughter of Newton F. and Rena (Koons) Chase.   Leona was employed as a credit manager for a department store and was married to Joseph Harrison also of Orlando.

Leona is preceded in death by her parents, Newt and Rena Chase of Stuart; sister Margie Hart of Kenansville, and leaves to cherish her memory, husband of 65 years Joseph Harrison; twin daughters Christine Lashley of Ocala, Charlene Forth (Chuck) of Clermont; daughter Teresa Swander of Ocala; son Joseph Harrison Jr. (Bobbie) of Melbourne; brother Billy Chase (Wanda) of Stuart; sister Shirley Hubbard (Jerry) of Melbourne; grandchildren Tammy Mashburn, Maria Fletcher, Chase Forth, Kassie Ledoux; great grandchildren Beau Mashburn, Karleigh Bevins and Abbey Fletcher.

The Funeral service will be held at Dobbs Funeral Home on Friday, October 13, 2017 at 11:00 am with Chaplain Mike Carlson officiating.  Interment will follow the service at Lake Hill Cemetery in Orlo Vista.

Madeline (Madi) Castagna

Madeline (Madi) Castagna... Age 75, passed away September 28, 2017 with her family at her bedside in Orlando,  Florida. Beloved wife of Albert (Al) for 53 years and Loving mother to Letitia (Eric) Brandsgaard and Michelle (Robert) Perrotti. Sister to Felicia Tracy. NANA to Ashley (19), Brandon(17), Braden (14), Rebecca (12), Roberto (10) and Sebastian (3). And of course, her furry grandbabies Logan, Bella, Mama Kitty, Aashes, Shaadow, Snowball, Zeena and Cooper. Aunt to Therese (Tom) Brennan, Billy (Reinhardt), Tom (Leslie ) Reinhardt, Kellianne Greene, Tracie (Vincent) Sciascia, Eric (Dawn) Wachsning.  Great Aunt and friend. Many will miss "Ms Madi "

Preceded in death by, Baby Joey, Frank and Bernice Tracy, Philip and Rose Castagna, Gary Reinhardt,  David and Lucille Hurst, Joann Castagna and Grace Reinhardt.

Funeral 11:30am on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at St Jude Maronite Catholic Church, 5555 Dr. Phillips Blvd, Orlando, 32819. Burial in Dr Phillip's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to  the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association.

Robert Blaise

Robert Blaise,  age 75, of Orlando, passed away Tuesday, September 26th, at Florida Hospital Orlando.  He was born in Bombardopolis, Haiti,  the son of the late Matilda (Charlemagne)  and Turgo  Blaise and was employed as a driver for Airport Trucking.  

Robert leaves to cherish his memory, wife Marie  (Alerte) Blaise of Orlando; four daughters, Carlin Blaise of Boston, Judith Blaise of New York, Tamar Blaise of Orlando, Roberta Blaise, of Tampa;  eight sons Edzer Blaise, of New Jersey; Brunel Blaise, of New Jersey; Harry Blaise, of New York; Kerlin Blaise, of Michigan; Simphar Blaise, of Orlando; Michael Blaise, of Tampa; Al Blaise, of Orlando; Marc Ardy Blaise

The family will be receiving friends from 8:30 until 9:40 am on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The Mass will follow at 10:00 am at St. Andrew Catholic Church located at 801 N. Hastings Street, Orlando with Father Leo Hodges officiating.  Interment will follow the Mass at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Aldorah Anne Black

Aldorah Anne Black, age 87 of Orlando passed away on September 27, 2017.  She was born in Fort Smith Arkansas, the daughter of George Washington (and Rosa (Dueber) Dodd.  A retired cafeteria worker, Aldorah moved to Central Florida from Arkansas in 1959 and was a member of First Baptist Church of Orlando.  

Aldorah is preceded in death by her husband Edward Eugene Black (2002 and leaves to cherish her memory, daughters Connie Black and Vickie Jordan, both of Orlando; brother Charlie Black of Princeton, W. Virginia and 3 grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Gotha, Florida, on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 2:30 pm .  A memorial service will be held at First Baptist Church of Orlando at  4:00 pm on Saturday .

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to: www.jesuslovesyoulovehimback.org