Anne Marie Dobbs

Anne Marie Dobbs, 82, Trail Creek, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 6:56 am in Hospice Franciscan Communities. She is the daughter of the late Phillip and Lorraine (Ayer) Noesges.  On June 14, 1952 in Michigan City, IN she married Edward Dobbs who preceded her on December 20, 2009.

Anne leaves to cherish her memory, daughter, Kathleen Dobbs of Fishers, IN; four sons Gregory (Loura) Dobbs of Windermere, FL; Douglas (Sarah) Dobbs of Windermere, Jonathan Dobbs of Winter Garden, Stephen Dobbs of Winter Park; brother, Thomas Noesges, of Hobart, IN; grandchildren: Jeremy (Natasha) Freismuth of New Haven, CT, Megan (Anthony Dellasso) Freismuth of Lynbrook, NY, Taylor (Dave) Vale of Orlando, FL, Brittany (John) Neff of Pensacola, FL, Gibb Dobbs of Los Angeles, CA, Flynn Dobbs of Winter Park, FL, Brandon Dobbs of Orlando, FL, Joseph Dobbs of Windermere, FL; great grandchildren, Clara and Chase Vale of Orlando; nephews and extended family, Tom & Sandy Dombkowski, Larry & Nanette Dombkowski, Terry & Mary Ann Wroblewski, Donny &Tara Wroblewski, David &Mimi Noesges, Paula Noesges & Judy Carlisle

The family will be receiving friends at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, April 6th, 2016 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm and on Thursday, April 7th, 2016  from 8:30 am - 9:30 am.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday April 7th, 2016 at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, 606 S. Woodland Avenue, Michigan City, IN with Rev. Christopher Stanish officiating.  Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery.

Jeanie Jackson (Nee Nee)

Dorothy Jean Jackson, age 69 passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016 in Ocoee, Florida.  Dorothy was born in Andalusia, Alabama, the daughter of Dee and Ruby (Cox) Norsworthy.  She was employed as a counselor for the City of Ocoee.

Dorothy leaves to cherish her memory, son Ricky Jackson of Ocoee; daughters Wanda Carpenter of Winter Garden; Norma Anderson of Chipley, FL; sons Johnny Jackson of Ocoee, Chris Jackson of Clermont; brother John Dee Norsworthy of Phoenix City, AL; 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends on Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 1:30 until 3:00 pm, followed by the funeral service at Temple Free Will Baptist Church located at 1208 E. Story Rd, in Winter Garden with Pastor Jeff Shaver officiating.

Beatriz A. Zimmerman-Evans

Beatriz A. Zimmerman-Evans age 66, of Ocoee, FL passed away Wednesday, March 21st, 2016 at her home.   Beatriz was born in San Marcos, TX on April 12, 1949, the daughter  of the late Mary (Polanco)  and Marcello E. Acosta.  She was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church and was employed in retail sales at a theme park.  

Beatriz leaves to cherish her memory, husband Gregory A. Evans of Ocoee; son Jerome Zimmerman of Rockledge, FL; sister Anita Viera, of Floresville, TX three brothers, Junior, Lorenzo and Jesse Acosta all of San Antonio, TX. She is also  survived by 2 grandchildren Richard and Zoe Zimmerman.

The family will be receiving friends from 9:15 until 10:00 am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Andrew Catholic Church located at 801 N. Hastings St, Orlando with Father Joseph Bellerive officiating. 

Salima Capers

Salima Capers, age 42, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 10th 2016 in Barcelona, Spain. She was the daughter of Gloria Capers and Rene Johnson. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and was raised in New Jersey and Florida. Salima Capers was an adventurer and thrill seeker enjoying daring hobbies including motorcycling, skiing, scuba diving, roller skating, RTV riding, hiking, track & field and camping. Salima was an intellectual, modern philosopher, problem solver, and entrepreneur. She was a mentor and leader to many young men and women and maintained all those relationships until the day she passed. Her latest passion was learning different languages. Her contagious smile and laughter will be part of loving memories. 

Salima Capers is survived by her sisters Aswadah Winkler, Aisha Davis, Reyna Zemel and Sharazade Abdul Quddus. She is also survived by her brother Hamza Davis. 3 nieces, 3 nephews, Aunts, Uncles and countless cousins. Family meant the world to her and as a good friend, you became part of her family. 

She was a true trailblazer and always a woman of her word. Her journey to becoming a better version of herself led her towards a discovery of life's true mysteries. Her energy will truly be missed. We will continue to live in her memory through our family and friends. We love you forever, until we meet again.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, April 3, 2016 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm, with the memorial service at 3:30 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home located at 430 N. Kirkman Road, Orlando FL 32811 with Pastor Thomas Hensley officiating. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Salima Capers please call the funeral home at 407-578-7720.  The service will be streamed.

Luis Velasquez Rodriguez

Luis Velasquez Rodriguez, devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, was welcomed into the gates of Heaven on Monday, March 14, 2016 in Winter Garden, Florida, after living life to the fullest for over 94 years.  He was born in Barceloneta, Puerto Rico on February 2, 1922, son of the late Florentina (Rodriguez) and Quintin Velasquez. 

Luis was a warm, loving man known for his kindness, charm, love for life and family, generosity, razor-sharp memory, and unforgettable smile. An avid baseball fan, his greatest joy was in spending time with his family. He was humble and hard-working, retiring from Lake Terminal Railroad after 35 years of service. Just as strong as he was gentle, Luis was a shining example of integrity and unwavering faith. He tirelessly served others within the Charismatic movement, Los Cursillos, Santo Nombre Men’s Group, and as both a Eucharistic Minister and Treasurer for Sacred Heart Chapel in Lorain, Ohio.   

Luis is reunited with his wife of over 60 years, Luisa V. Rodriguez (4/26/2013), and leaves to cherish his memory son Edwin Velasquez (wife Robin) of Winter Garden; daughter Nicza Carrion (husband Louis) of Windermere; as well as his adoring grandchildren Stefanie Davis (husband Rick), Eddie Velasquez (wife Teri), Mindy Colon (husband Will), Vanessa Velasquez, Jesse Carrion, Daniel and Lindsie Landrigan; great grandchildren, Melina and Marisa Davis, Jaxden and Giana Colon, and Marky.

· The family will be welcoming friends and honoring his life at Dobbs Funeral Home – Thurs, March 17, 2016; 6 PM - 9 PM. Address: 430 N Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32811

· A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Resurrection Catholic Church – Fri, March 18, 2016 at 11 AM, followed by interment at Winter Garden Cemetery. Church address: 1211 Winter Garden Vineland Rd. Winter Garden, FL 34787

· A reception will be held in the Parish Center at Resurrection Catholic Church immediately following the burial.

William James Bull

William James Bull, age 77 of Davenport, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2016.  William was born in Philadelphia, PA the son of William and Rosemarie Veronica (Muschea) Bull.  He served in the US Marines and was employed as a restaurant/hotel bartender.  

William is preceded in death by sons Daniel (2008), Christopher (2014) and William R (2015) and leaves to cherish his memory wife Jeannette Bull of Davenport; son Anthony of Orlando; brothers Robert of Springfield, PA and Richard Bull of Paoli, PA; sister Alice Greiss also of Philadelphia; 2 grandchildren Alexandra and Gabriella both of Orlando.

The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The service will be held at 12:00 pm with Deacon Laurence Herbert officiating.

TRIBUTE FROM JEANNETTE

I met William James Bull on February 4, 1964.  He swept me off my feet; wining, dining, gifts, great vacations, and we traveled all over.  He gave me two great sons; Christopher (Sammy) and Anthony, who together have given us two beautiful granddaughters.  We adore them, Alex and Gabby.

My husband would do anything for anybody (including giving away money for no reason).  I wouldn't!  Now my husband is up in heaven with our son Christopher; and his two sons from his previous marriage, Danny and Billy.

It's March 13th and I miss you so much.  I can't wait to see you and Sammy up in heaven.  I love you so much.

Love always and forever,

your wife Judy.

Hon,

p.s. Everyone else misses you alot too.  Bobby, Richard, Alice and all of your nieces and nephews, great friends, real friends and in-laws.

We Love You, Hon, Babe.

Robert Lewis Smith

Robert Lewis Smith, was born November 8, 1964 in Orlando, Florida to the Zora Mae Smith (late) and Sammie Lee Smith, Sr. Robert grew up in Orlando, Florida and was a graduate of Oak Ridge High School.  He was an avid football fan.  His love for it began in his Pop Warner days and continued throughout high school. Robert was a kind person with a big heart.  If he saw someone in need, he was always willing to help.  Robert was known an dloved by many and will be greatly missed.

Robert leaves to cherish his memory four brothers and two sisters; Sammie Lee Smith, Jr., Raymond Smith, Annette S. (Edwin) Matthews, Bishop (Angela) Smith, Bruce (Denise) Smith, and Sabrina S. (Brian) Dixon.  He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A memorial service will be held at Dobbs Funeral Home on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 3:00 pm with Pastor Thomas Brown officiating.

Frank Anthony Ponzio, Jr.

Frank Anthony Ponzio, Jr., age 67, of Orlando, FL passed away Friday, February 19th, 2016.   Frank was born in Rockville Centre, NY  the son of the late Sophie (Iannotti)  and Frank Anthony Ponzio, Sr.  He was employed as a driver for public transportation.  

Frank leaves to cherish his memory wife Bridget (Seerattan) .Ponzio of Orlando; daughter Laura Fursa of Patchogue, NY; son Joseph Ponzio of Louisiana; two sisters Joanne Fleming, Jeannie Dickmann both of Austin, TX; two brothers Benny Ponzio of Louisiana; Bobby Ponzio, of Santa Fe, NM; 7 grandchildren Christopher, Elizabeth, Sophia & Emily Fursa of Patchogue, NY; Krysta, Joseph, Jr. and Dominick Ponzio of Pennsylvania; numerous nieces and nephews

The family will be receiving friends from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on Friday, February 26, 2016 at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The funeral service will follow visitation at 1:00 pm with Pastors Michael Mones and Victoria Chica officiating.

Timothy Dave Herrington

Timothy Dave Herrington, age 56, of Daytona Beach, FL passed away Monday, February 22nd, 2016 at his home.  Timothy was born in Houston, TX  the son  of Margaret Janelle (Blue)  and Kenneth Dave Herrington of Clermont, FL.  He was employed in maintenance.

Timothy leaves to cherish his memory, parents Kenneth and Margaret of Clermont; two daughters Ashley Herrington Bennett of Washington, DC, Kellie Ann Herrington, of Hammond, LA;   sister Lisa Carol Wilson of New Smyrna Beach, FL; brother Daniel Stephan Herrington of Orlando, FL;  and grandson Owen Ray Morgan of Hammond, LA.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Dobbs Funeral Home with Pastor Danny DeArmas officiating. 

Eric Adolph Canton, Jr.

Eric Adolph Canton, Jr., age 48, of Orlando, FL passed away Sunday, February 14th, 2016 at Health Central Hospital in Orlando. Eric was born in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, the  son of Jeanne M (Farrelly), of Virgin Islands and the late Eric A Canton, Sr.   He was employed as a restaurant chef.

Eric is preceded in death by daughter Saiedah Canton (2004) and leaves to cherish his memory mother Jeanne Mr. Farrelly of the Virgin Islands;  wife Christine (Petersen) Canton of Orlando;  two daughters Christisha Canton,Sorrayah Canton, both of Orlando, FL;  two sisters Jacqueline M Canton of the Virgin Islands, Nicole L Canton of Washington, DC; four brothers Anthony R Abdool, Ronald R Abdool both of Virgin Islands,  Curtis S Canton of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and  Everick Phillip, of Orlando, FL. 

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home on Monday, February 22, 2016 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm followed by the funeral service.  Interment will follow the service at Winter Garden Cemetery. 

Raymond Keith Burrell

Raymond Keith Burrell, age 67 of Ocoee, FL, passed away Saturday, February 6th, at his residence. Raymond was born in  Jamaica.  He was employed as a financial banker and a member of Holy Family Episcopal Church Orlando, FL .   

Raymond leaves to cherish his memory wife Rita  (McKenzie) Burrell; daughter Debbie Burrell;  son,Michael Burrell both of New York; three sisters, Marilyn Burrell, of Jamaica; Gloria Burrell, of New York; Patsy Burrell, of New York; two  brothers, Vincent Burrell and Danny Burrell both of NY; and 5 grandchildren

The family will be receiving friends on Sunday, February 20, 2016 from 10 until 11:00 am at Holy Family Episcopal Church.  The funeral service will follow visitation at 11:00 am with Fr. Peter Magill officiating.  Interment will be at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Mamie Anabelle Friedman

Mamie Anabelle Friedman, age 80 of Orlando, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. Mamie was born in Solomons Island, Maryland the daughter of Benjamin Franklin and Elloise (Wallace) Shores.  She was employed as a teachers aide for the public school system and a member of Pine Castle United Methodist Church.  

Mamie leaves to cherish her memory son Robert Pangle of Winter Springs; Terri Pangle of Orlando; companion Robert Wooten of Orlando and several loving cousins, nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at Dobbs Funeral Home starting with the family gathering from 1:00 until 1:30 pm followed by the service with Pastor Thomas Hensley officiating.

Margaret A. Dragojevich

Margaret A. Dragojevich, age 92, of Orlando, FL passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2016 at her home. Margaret was born in Sagamore, PA, the daughter of the late Sophia (Sapira) and Paul Chizmar.  She was a homemaker and member of Holy Family Catholic Church.

Margaret is reunited in heaven with her late husband of 60 years, Frank Dragojevich. She was a wonderful wife, nurturing mother and doting grandmother.

Margaret leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters Lynn Estock, of Columbus, OH, Deborah Capp of Orlando, FL; son Greg Dragojevich of Florida; brother Edward Chizmar of Pittsburgh, PA; 6 grandchildren: Steven Estock, David Estock, Ryan Capp, Nicholas Estock, Ashley Capp, Abby Estock; and 3 great-grandchildren: Keagan Estock, Loring Estock, Joseph Estock.

A memorial service will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church in Orlando on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 2:00 pm.  

Lila Sharon Driscoll

Lila Driscoll lost her battle to Primary Peritoneal Cancer on February 10, 2016.  Lila Simmons Driscoll was born on September 18, 1939 in Kissimmee, Florida to Hardy and Lily Simmons. Lila was proud to be a 6^th generation Floridian.  She was predeceased by her brothers, Lee, Luie, Liburn, and sisters Virginia and Loretta. 

Survivors include her husband of 35 years, James O. Driscoll; one sister, Mrs. Lois Hughey of Kissimmee; one son, Mr. Mark MacDonald (Brenda) of Knoxville, TN; one daughter, Mrs. Lisa Beck (Tim) of Marietta, GA.  Lila was also survived by her Grandsons, Logan (Sarah) Mullany and Kyle Mullany of Woodstock, GA; Joshua Beck of Marietta, GA and Devin Hardy MacDonald of Johnson City, TN.

Gourmet Cooking, Travel and Real Estate were her passions. Lila was a Member of the Florida Alumni Associates, Lifetime Member of the Citrus Club in Orlando and a Member of the Orlando and Orange County Association of Realtors.

There will be a graveside service held in her honor at the Dr. Phillips Cemetery on Friday, February 12^th at 2 PM.  The family has requested donations to Orlando Rescue Mission  and  Salvation Army in lieu of flowers.    

Rajkumari Raghubar

RAJKUMARI RAGHUBAR, also called Raj, Auntie Raj and Madhurie Mooma, peacefully departed the physical world on February 7, 2016 in Ocoee, Orlando, Florida after a blessed longevity of 92 years.  Rajkumari was born on January 31, 1924 in Lusignan, East Coast Demerara, Guyana to Rampyaray Maraj and Dula, immigrants from India, laborers by occupation. She was the second of seven sisters; her death was preceded by  Somwaria, Dungo, Mahadai, Rajpat, Finey and Sitajee .Losing her parents when she was still very young, she grew up with her sisters under the guardianship of the eldest, Somwaria (Aunty Deed). With no opportunities for a formal education she acquired good home making skills, was an excellent worker and an accomplished vocalist. Her marriage to Jilwah also called Basra and Boat, under Hindu religious rites was solemnized on January 3, 1962. Together they worked as laborers and lived in LBI Estate to raise their family before building and moving to their own home in LBI Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara, Guyana. She lost her husband on December 24, 1969 when she was only forty five years old. She accepted the challenges associated with juggling the multiple roles as provider and homemaker selflessly striving for the wellbeing and education of her family under very difficult and trying circumstances. She never remarried and worked tirelessly through to retirement age in 1984. She took up permanent residence in the USA in 1995 and became a US citizen in 2000. She lived in Maryland, New York and Florida. She was the loving mother of eight children: Madhurie, Gainduli (Chiney), Padmawatty  (Finey), Belmatty (Miney- deceased), Mangal (Bheir), Hansram (Buro – deceased), Hardai (Sheena) and Sukhraj    ( Boyo). She was the mother –in-law of seven:  Sugrim (deceased), Harold, Lakhan ( deceased), Seeta (deceased), Bibi, Vick and Sharmila. She was the caring grandmother of sixteen: Indra, Chaan, Dave, Roshanie, Ramo, Krishna, Savie, Sally, Richie, Mark, Marcie, Seon, Simone, Samantha, Amanda and Suhana. She was also the cherished great-grandmother of eighteen and great-great-grandmother of eight. This wonderful matriarch will be remembered for her exceptional hard work, self-discipline, dedication, commitment and determination.

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home on Saturday, February 13, 2016 from 6:00 until 9:00 pm.  The funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, February 15, 2016 from 9:00 until 11:15 am followed by the cremation at Metro Crematory located at 751 Bluford Avenue in Ocoee.

Luis Alberto Aquino

Luis Alberto Aquino,  age 32, of Orlando, FL, passed away  Sunday, January 24th, 2016 at Orlando Regional Medical Center.   Luis was born in Zacapa Gualan  Guatemala, the son of Maria Francisca Aquino.  He was employed in construction.    

Luis leaves to cherish his memory, mother Maria Francisca Aquino; daughter Stephanie; son Joseph;  five brothers, Christy, Daniel, Jorge, Carlos, Fernando; uncles; Izabel, Leonel, Rocio, Antonia; cousins Alexia, Carlos, Carolina, Clisman, Kimberly, Gerson, Andrea, Jaime, Jasmine, Tony, Valduino, Junior, Jorge; nephews Steven, Michell, Devin; grandparents Maria Francisca and Julio.

The family will be receiving friends from 3:00 until 6:00 pm with the funeral service at 4:30 pm.  Interment will be at the Santa Cruz Rio Hondo Zacapa Cemetery in Guatemala.

Stephen Wilson Hall

Stephen Wilson Hall, age 74, of Tucson, AZ passed away Saturday, January 23rd, 2016 at Casa De La Luz Hospice Inpatient Unit.  Stephen was born in Tampa, FL  the son of the late Mary K Rogers and Leonidas Edwin Hall.  He retired from the United States Navy.

Stephen leaves to cherish his memory, daughter Stacia Matus of Davenport, FL; son Samuel Hall of Apopka, FL; brother, Larry Hall of Queen Creek, AZ. and grandchildren, Anastacia Morgan Matus, Amari Hall, Miliani Hall, Liam Jax Vasquez-Hall, Ciarrah-Jolee Vasquez, Jordyn-Rae Vasquez.

The family will be receiving friends on Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 9:30 until 10:30 am, followed by the funeral service at Dobbs Funeral Home.  Interment will be held at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL at 1:30 pm with military honors.

Deborah Nyoka Ware

Biography of late Deborah Maika Peter Milla

                                                  

Deborah Nyoka was born in 1958 to Maika Peter Milla and Margeret Kujang Loyiko; both parents from Pojulu tribe. Late Deborah Nyoka was a widow when her children were still little kids; she raised them by herself. Deborah survived by her mother, 6 children, 5 daughters, 1 son, 11 grandchildren, brothers, sisters and extended families. Deborah was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer with Mets to liver in 2012, she underwent treatment where she was declared cancer free in 2013, Unfortunately cancer came back in the liver which took her life on January 19, 2016 at the age of 57 at 2:30 P.M in the Hospice inpatient facility. The Lord gives and Lord takes let his name be praised, let the almighty God rest her soul in eternal peace.  

Funeral Services will be held at Eglise De Dieu De La Prophetie Du Dernier Temps, Inc. Church located at 431 N. Kirkman Rd, Orlando FL 32811 directly in back of the funeral home on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 1:00 until 6:00 pm.  Interment will be at a later date in the Sudan.

Please go to our home page for live streaming of the service on Saturday, January 30, 2016.

Elmer Newberry

Elmer Newberry, age  73, of Orlando, FL, passed away Monday, January 25th, 2016 at Orlando Regional Medical Center. Elmer was born in Dickenson County, Virginia on February 6th, 1942, the son of the late Maxie Gilbert and Hensel  Newberry.  He was employed as a theme park landscaper.

Elmer leaves to cherish his memory, wife Joyce  (Lolley) Newbury of Orlando; two daughters, Sonya Rice of Astatula, FL, Carla Bolin of Madison, FL; four sisters, Beatrice Bonsack of Apopka, FL,  Leona Walters of Manassas, VA,  Rita Ramey of Clintwood, VA, Betty Mullins of Clintwood, VA; two brothers Harold Newberry of Deltona, FL, Johnnie Newberry of Debary, FL; 3 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

The funeral services is scheduled at 11:00 am on Friday, January 29th, 2016 at Dobbs Funeral Home with Rev. Gary Howell officiating.

Coleman Marvin-Carl Fineberg

Coleman Marvin-Carl Fineberg, age 76, of Orlando, FL, passed away  Tuesday, January 26th, 2016 in Orlando, Florida.  Coleman was born in Brooklyn, NY  the son of  the late Grace Elizabeth Johnson and Henry Irwin Fineberg.  He served in the U.S. Army and was employed as a Medical Executive Director.

Coleman leaves to cherish his memory wife Lynne Marie (Rebolini) Fineberg of Orlando; sons  Jason Fineberg of Watertown, NY,  David Fineberg of Orlando, FL; daughter, Candice Brown, of Danielsville, GA;  grandchildren  Aria Grace Lynne, Fineberg, Coleman Neil Fineberg, Garrett Cole Fineberg and Anna Marie Brown.

The family will be receiving friends on Saturday, January 30th, 2016 from 10:30a until 11:30a  at Dobbs Funeral Home.  The funeral service will follow visitation with Deacon Jason Fineberg and military honors.

Fleurimene Salomon

Fleurimene Salomon est nee le 25 novembre 1952 a Port-Au-Prince d’une famille chretienne.  Elle etait la fille legitime de monsieur Joisil Simeon et de son epouse Oxane Hilaire.  Elle a fait ses etudes primaries a l’ecole rurale de Laboule.  Elle etait commercante, Aide manager, et Accueil Assistant de santé. Le 1 Decembre 1973 elle epousa monsieur Chancilus Salomon De cette union sont nes 2 filles et 3 garcons: Ginou, Samuel, Esther, Elize, Nehemie.

En 2007, elle laissa Haiti et sa famille pour se render a Orlando. Soeur Fleurimene Salomon a militee a L’eglise de Dieu de Thomassin 32 Pasteur Devese Phamphile.  Elle etait Respectueuse, courageuse, remplie de sagesse et surtout aimant la parole de Dieu, Elle a supportee avec courage sa maladie Durant 10 mois .Malheureusement, le lundi 11 Janvier 2016 elle a decedee a l’age de 63 ans.

Nos sinceres condoleances vont a: son epoux Chancilus Salomon.

Ses enfants: Ginou Salomon, Samuel Salomon, Esther Salomon, Elize Salomon,  Nehemie Salomon. Ses petits enfants: Shaina Sylvain, Elizabth Salomon, Michelle Salomon. Ses frères et soeurs: Gusmnan Simeon, Lucien Simeon, Pierre Simeon, Odette Simeon, Dieudonne Simeon. Son beau- fils: Jameson Alexis Aux familles: Salomon, Simeon, Cadeau, Charles, et la grande famille de L’eglise Maison de Reconfort d’Orlando 

Fleurimene Salomon was born November 25, 1952 in Port-Au-Prince of a Christian family. She was the legitimate daughter of Sir Joisil Simeon and his wife Oxane Hilaire. She was educated in the rural primaries school Laboule. She was employed as a  Support Manager, Home and Health Assistant. On December 1, 1973 she married Mr. Solomon Chancilus  and from this union were born 2 girls and 3 boys: Ginou, Samuel, Esther, Elize, Nehemiah.

In 2007, she and her family left Haiti to come to Orlando.  She was Respectful, courageous, full of wisdom and especially loving the word of God, she endured her illness with courage for 10 months On Monday, January 11, 2016 she died at the age of 63.

Fleurimene leaves to cherish her memory, husband Chancilus Solomon; children: Ginou Solomon Samuel Solomon, Esther Solomon Elize Solomon Nehemiah Solomon; grandchildren: Sylvain Shaina, Elizabth Solomon Michelle Solomon; siblings: Gusmnan Simeon, Simeon Lucien Pierre Simeon, Simeon Odette, Dieudonne Simeon; Alexis Jameson; Families Solomon Simeon, Charles, and the great family of the Church House Reconfort Orlando

The family will be receiving friends on Friday, January 22, 2016 at Dobbs Funeral Home from 7 until 9 pm.   The funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at The Kingdom Church located at 5225 Alhambra Drive, Orlando FL 32808 at 10:00 am followed by interment at Winter Garden Cemetery.  Repast will follow interment at the church.

Grace Carolyn DeZinno

Grace Carolyn DeZinno, age 90, of Ocoee, FL, passed away Monday, January 4th, 2016 at Orlando Regional Medical Center in Orlando.  Grace was born in Cerreto Sannita, Italy, the daughter of the late Pasqualina (Del Negro)  and Pasquale  CoFrancesco.

Grace leaves to cherish her memory;  daughter Peggy Dorman of Ocoee, Florida; three sons Roger C.,DeZinno of Meriden, Connecticut,  Benjamin N. DeZinno of Deltona, Florida,  William F. DeZinno of Meriden, Connecticut; brother Chrales CoFrancesco of Boynton Beach, Florida; 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 from 7:00 until 9:00 pm and on Friday at John F. Jerry Funeral Home in Meriden, Connecticut from 4:00 until 8:00 pm, The Funeral Mass will be  held on Saturday at 12:00 pm. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Meriden.

Robert Lee Kelly

Robert Lee Kelly, age 60, of Sanford, FL passed away Monday, December 7th, 2015 at his residence. A lifelong resident of Sanford, he is son of the late Myrtle (Osteen) and Robert  Kelly.  Robert worked in IT Communications for Sears.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 20th, 2015 at Dobbs Funeral Home.

Cyril Rudolph White, Sr.

Cyril Rudolph White, Sr. was born in Warsop, Jamaica on April 13, 1930 to the late Samuel and Esther White.  He married the late Mattie Mae Williams on May 15, 1959 in Winter Garden, Florida. Later , he and Mattie Mae moved to Walker Quarters, and he later moved to New York in 1966.

Cyril worked over 30 years in construction in New York.  He then retired to become a farmer who loved to plant his garden and donate all the proceeds. 

On Thursday, December 3, 2015 Cyril passed away quietly at the Orchard Manor Nursing Home in New York.

Cyril White, Sr.  is preceded in death by seven brothers Sylvester, Vincent, George, Charles, Milton, Clyde and Richard White and sister V. white;; and leaves to cherish his memory, seven sons, Sonny White, Cyril White, Jr. (Agnes), Wayde White, Sarasota Vincent White (Agnes), Calvin G. White (Lena), Calvin R. White (Enid), Lester White; three daughters, Cheryl White (Richard), Maxine White-Smith, Erma White; three stepchildren, Willie Allen (Janette), Joyce Sales and the late Alonzo Allen Sr.; two brothers, Felix White (Helen), Calvin White; two sisters, Ms. Iiona White; 40 grandchildren; 49 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many sorrowing friends.   

NEW YORK: A funeral service was held on Friday December 11, 2015 at Metropolitan Funeral Chapel in Rochester, New York.  

FLORIDA: Public visitation will be held at Dobbs Funeral Home in Orlando, on Friday, December 18, 2015 from 4:00 until 8:00 pm.  The funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 19th, 2015 at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church located at 417 Oakland Avenue, Oakland FL at 1:00 pm with Rev. Joseph L. Brooks officiating.  Interment will follow the service at Oakland Cemetery.

Randal A. Swisher

Randal A. Swisher, age 57 of Orlando, Florida passed away on November 21, 2015.  He was the son of James N. and Rosemary A. (Ziegler) Swisher and was employed as a mechanic.

Randal is preceded in death by father James N. Swisher, sister Gail R. (Swisher) Imeson, brother Kenneth Swisher, niece Jennifer Teel,nephew Joshua Swisher and leaves to cherish his memory, mother Rosemary (Ziegler) Zimmerman of Burns Harbor, IN; 3 daughters Randi, Alexandria and Carly; 2 brothers James (Lisa) Swisher  and Terry (Lisa) Swisher both of Kankakee, IL;  and sister Karen (Swisher) Dranchak of Portage, IN. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Roy Lloyd Warren

Roy Lloyd Warren, age 91, of  Windermere,  FL passed away Friday, November 27th, 2015 at Health Central in Ocoee. Roy was born in Jester, TX the son of the late Daisy Catherine (Keen) and Roy M. Warren.  He served in the U.S. Army Air Corp, was employed as a petroleum developer and was a member of Church of the Latter Day Saints in  Orlando. 

Roy leaves to cherish his memory wife Jenese (Haskell) Warren of Windermere;  daughter Melanie Ambs of Apopka;  son Lloyd D Warren of Windermere;  sister Belva Bates of Springfield, MO; brother Weldon Warren of Windermere;  10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends from 9:00 until 10:00 am, followed by the funeral service at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the Church of the Latter Day Saints, Orlando.  Interment will follow the funeral service at  Winter Garden Cemetery.

Dixie Simms Lyons

Dixie Simms Lyons peacefully passed away Saturday November 28, 2015 surrounded by those she loved.  She was 81 years old. Dixie was born in Charleston, WV to parents Bernard Simms and Cloda Jarrett Simms. She moved to St. Petersburg, FL in her 20s where she later married Tom Lyons and together they had 3 children Teresa, Lisa and Tom (Jr.).  

Dixie is survived by her loving husband Tom Lyons, children Teresa Lyons Aken, Lisa Lyons Hurston and Tom Lyons (Jr.), brother Robert (Bob) Simms, son-in-law Kurt Aken and five grandchildren Tommy Lyons, Eric Lyons, Ashley Aken, Alex Aken, Lindsay Hurston. 

Dixie was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend to many. She dearly loved her family and had a solid faith in Jesus Christ. She enjoyed travel, spending time with family and friends and studying scripture. She was a long time member of Church of the Messiah in Winter Garden, FL. She devoted many hours volunteering with her church, Golden Pond assisted living with her service dog Murphy, Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital, Nemours Children’s Hospital and Corner Stone Hospice.

A celebration of Dixie’s life will be held on Saturday December 5 at 10:00am at Church of the Messiah Episcopal Church, 241 N. Main St., Winter Garden, FL 34787.  In lieu of flowers, Dixie’s request was for donations to be made either to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 1850 Lee Rd # 111, Winter Park, FL 32789 or to Cornerstone Hospice Foundation 2445 Lane Park Rd. Tavares, FL 32778.

Jose Felipe Torres, Jr.

Jose Felipe Torres, Jr., age 64, of Orlando, passed away Monday, November 23rd, 2015 at his residence.   He was born in Coamo, Puerto Rico,  the son of the late Adonatila (Bonilla)  and Jose Felipe Torres, Sr.  Jose served in the U.S. Army, was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church and was employed as a Corrections Officer. 

Jose leaves to cherish is memory, wife Alma (Ramirez) Torres of Orlando; son Derrick Torres of Albany, New York; daughter Barbara Torres of Orlando; four step sons Pedro Gutierrez, of Haverstraw, New York,  Robert Gutierrez of Oviedo,  Richard Gutierrez of St. Petersburg, FL,  Andy Gutierrez  of Apopka;  two sisters Elizabeth Mendoza of Kissimmee, Elsa Rodriguez of New Jersey; and 14 grandchildren

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home on Monday, November 30, 2015 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Orlando, FL, at 10:00 am on Tuesday, December 1st, 2015, followed by interment at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida at 2:00 pm with military honors.

James Elsworth Snell, Jr.

James Elsworth Snell Jr., age 60, of Orlando, FL passed away Thursday, November 19th, 2015 at Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy,  County, OH.   James was born in Wilkesbarre, PA the son of James E. Snell Sr. and the Frances (Sobers). He was employed  as a Plastics Project Manager.

James leaves to cherish his memory, father James Elsworth Snell, Sr. of Mountain Top, PA; two daughters, Christie Greenstein, Lindsey Marie Snell, two sons James Elsworth Snell III,  and Jessie Ryan Snell all of Orlando. 

The family will be receiving friends on  Tuesday, November 24, 2015 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home. The service will follow visitation at 12:00 pm with Pastor Thomas Hensley officiating.  Interment will follow the funeral service at Dr. P. Phillips Cemetery.

Wretha Mae Roberts Reding

Wretha Mae Roberts Reding, age 89, of  Clermont, FL passed away Sunday, November 15th, 2015 at Ocoee Health Care Center.  Wretha was born in Batesville, AR the daughter of the late Dovie (Sims) and Herschel  Roberts and was employed as a hospital nurse.

Wretha is  predeceased by her husband DC. Reding (1988); son Gary Reding 1950) and daughter Denise Reding (1954; and leaves to cherish her memory, daughter Sherry Holcomb (Chuck), of Clermont; two sisters Hazel Peel and Charlene Fleming both of Batesville, AR. 

The family will be receiving friends at Qualls-Batesville Funeral Home on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 1:00 pm.  The funeral service and interment will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery, Batesville, Arkansas, at 2:0 pm with Bro. Tommy Medley officiating. 

Ashley "Jus Com" Watson

Early one morning on October 19^th, 1958 and angel visited Olga Mitchell & Lloyd Watson’s home in New River District, Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth Jamaica and delivered to them a bouncing baby boy, Ashley Watson.  He was reared by his grandparents Mr.& Mrs. Huge Tibby. Ashley was an active, smart and rambunctious child. While living with his grandparents he grew rapidly and was quick to learn.  His grandfather instilled in him the principles of moral Christian living that allowed him to develop the interpersonal skills needed to survive in the real world. He attended the Santa Cruz All Age School at the age of six.  After graduating at the age of 16, Ashley had no prospects or means of acquiring higher education so he looked for work with his only means of transportation – a bicycle.  At the age of 16 he was employed at the Shell gas station and within a short stint his work activities grew. Mr. Wilfred Nemhard noticed that Ashley was intelligent and had great potential, so he encouraged and supported him as much as he could. While admiring his eldest brother Rudolph operating heavy equipment, Ashley aspiring to become one of the D4 tractor trailer operators,  informed Mr. Wilfred Nemhard about the offer and without any question he gave him the challenge which he operated for 14 years. After Ashley’s long stint in working in the field of plowing  & bulldozing, his thirst for a deeper knowledge took him across the seas to the United States of America.  In 1988 he entered Belle Glade where he learned how to cut sugar cane and picked apples.  In 1990 he moved to Orlando where he pursued a different career as a skill code contractor with Eagle Construction Company, Ltd until the deterioration of his health.  In 2002 God had another plan.  After a visit to the doctor Dorrette was told that she was pregnant.  Dorrette gave birth to a healthy and happy baby boy Deddy.  In 2006 Ashley decided not to waste anymore time so Dorretee and him were engaged and tied the knot shortly after. Two weeks before he succumbed to his illness, Ashley called some of his family and friends into his room where they formed a circle and held hands to witness his anointment by an ordinate elder of the North Orlando S.D.A. Church on the believing of his faith, that if he forgave others the wrongs they have done unto him, his father in heaven will also forgive him and if he confessed his sins his Father is faithful and just to forgive him of his sins and cleanse him from all unrighteousness.  On October 28^th, at 7:15 pm, Ashley Watson went to be with his Lord.  Ashley leaves to cherish his memory, wife Dorrette; sons Kim & Deddy; daughter Shawn Kay; sisters Alma, Estmin;  brothers Rudolph, Roy & Clayon, grandsons, his employer John Zandan, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Public visitation was held at Dobbs Funeral Home on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 4:00 until 5:00 followed by the funeral service with Pastor Lascell Henry officiating.

Margee Nansue Bowden Linton

Margee Nansue Bowden Linton, age 88, of Apopka, Florida passed away Tuesday, October 27th, 2015 at Florida Hospital Orlando.  A lifelong Florida native, she was born in Winter Garden, the daughter of the late Audrey (Carroll) and Charles W. Bowden.  

Margee was a homemaker, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She was married to Maurice “Sleepy” Simpson Linton, World War II 503^rd PRCT Veteran, and was a devoted and loving wife for 61 years, until his death in 2007.  She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter,  Nansue L. (Ron) Cowan of Athens, AL.; son, Maurice S. (Diane) Linton, II of Altamonte Springs; daughter, Catherine L. Gorman of Apopka; son, Michael Larue Linton of Apopka; son, Lenny Okrie (Lorraine) of Leonardtown, MD; sister Martha Connolly-Bridges of Ocoee; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; 7 niece’s and 5 nephew’s.

December 1945, while working at Dickson-Ives department store in Orlando, Margee was introduced to Maurice Linton by his mother.  Maurice had just returned to Orlando after the war.  Almost two months later, they became engaged at Lake Lily in Maitland and were married June 9, 1946 in Orlovista.  Maurice rejoined the U.S. Army in 1948 and Margee moved to Fort Bragg N.C. to join him with their one year daughter.  Two sons and one more daughter were born in North Carolina.  They relocated to Fort Campbell, KY and Germany before returning to Fort Bragg where Maurice retired in 1963.  They returned to Florida, settling in Altamonte Springs.  They enjoyed retirement traveling the United States and Europe visiting their many friends and relatives. They both enjoyed fishing, especially Margee.  January of 2010, she caught her first ever 10 pound wide mouth bass while visiting friends in St. Cloud, Florida.

Margee was very active with her husband in the 503^rd Parachute RCT Association World War II, the Deep South Chapter, and the Florida Chapter of the 101^st Airborne Division Association for over 30 years.  She served as the 503^rd Parachute RCT Secretary/Treasurer for many years.  She was also a member of the Orlando Old Timers Club.               

A memorial service will be held at Tuscawilla United Methodist Church in Casselberry, FL, at 10:30 am on Saturday, November 21st, 2015.  Interment will be at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell FL, at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 25th, 2015.

Berta Jean Casimir

Berta Jean Casimir passed away peacefully in Osceola Regional Medical Center, Kissimmee, Florida on November 6, 2015.  She was surrounded by the love of her husband and four daughters when she transitioned. 

She is survived by her husband Laurent Casimir, her four daughters Laurence Casimir, Stephania Casimir, Daphne Casimir, Kimberly Jia Casimir and Grandson Kobe Laurent Moreno son of Stephania Casimir, sisters Mona Scott Prophete, Marie Nativida Dufour and brother Dieulifete Oreste. She is preceded in death by her Father Jean Baptiste Jean and her sister Floriane Legros.

She was born July 2, 1954 in Haiti to the union of Anne-Marie Oreste and Jean Baptiste Jean. Berta’s various educational pursuits were in the field of nursing. She married Laurent Casimir September 14, 1979 in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti.  Berta and her husband moved to New York City in 1987 where she worked 20+years in the nursing industry and where her three younger children were born. Her family then moved to Orlando, Florida in 2003 in favor of the warmer climate. She continued her career in the nursing industry until she retired in 2013 to focus on her health and family. Berta was a kind, extremely funny, and generous woman, who could always be seen with a smile and was always picture ready.

Public visitation will be held at Dobbs Funeral Home on Saturday, November 14, 2015 from 10:00 until 11:30 am followed by the funeral service.  Interment will be at Winter Garden Cemetery.

John Michael Troilo

John Michael Troilo, age 52 of Bonita Springs, Florida passed away on November 3, 2015 at his home.  John was born in Dayton, Ohio the son of Dr. Frank and Mary (Fischer) Troilo and was employed by The Stage in Bonita Springs.

A memorial service will be held  at St. Charles Borromero Catholic Church located at 4001 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 32804 on Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 4:00 pm.

Thomas James Gerarde

Thomas James Gerarde, age 75, of Orlando, Florida passed away Saturday, October 31st, 2015 at his residence.   Thomas was born in Tiona, Pennsylvania the son of Thomas and Marie (Bodner) Gerarde.  He  was employed as a construction worker for the International Labor Union and member of St. Andrew Catholic Church.  Thomas was also a soccer coach for St. Andrews Catholic School, Evans High School, Bishop Moore, and ex-professional boxer and philanthropist.  Most importantly he loved his Lord and served his church and  youth.  He was often a "resident" of the Hardee's Restaurant on Silver Star Road in Pine Hills.

Thomas leaves cherish his memory 2 sons in Pennsylvania; his St. Andrew family and many other friends and relatives.

Margaret Mary Haddix

Margaret Mary Haddix, age 79, of Hilham, TN passed away Saturday, October 31st, 2015 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Cookeville,  Tennessee.  She was born in Woodford County Galway, Ireland,   on the daughter of the late Mary (Gildea)  and James  Conroy.  Margaret was employed as a machine operator for an irrigation company.

Margaret is predeceased by sibling Bridie (Francis) Cooley and  leaves to cherish her memory, three daughters Tish Hood of Ocoee; Terry (Jerry) Sheehan of Herkimer, NY;  Kim Haddix of Hilham, TN; two sons Gary Hood of Ocoee,  Jeff Haddix of Hilham, TN;   10 siblings, Sean, Michael, Francis (Mary) Conroy, Eileen (Dan) O'Sullivan, Chrissie (Brendan) Allen, Marie, Joe (Mary) Conroy, Mary (Tony) Starr, Gerard Conroy, Teresa (Pat) Burke; 15 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday, November 5, 2015.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Orlando,  at 10:00 am on Friday, November 6th,  2015 with Father Leo Hodges officiating.   Interment will follow the Mass at Winter Garden Cemetery.

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Muriel Oates Maxwell

Muriel Oates Maxwell, age 93 of Maitland, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2015.  Muriel was born in York County South Carolina and graduated from Winthrop College. She moved to Orlando in 1954 and received her masters from Stetson University. She became a teacher for Orange County and for a time taught FL history on educational television. She was very active in St. Luke's Episcopal Women's Guild,the Orlando Garden Club,and the Sorosis Women's Club of Orlando.

She is survived by her daughters   Noel Barnett (Bill) and Sande Maxwell (Norm)and her daughter-in-law Titian Austin (Bob), 5 grand children and 7 great grand children. Her son Fred Maxwell predeceased her.  She touched many lives and she will be missed.

A memorial service will be held 11 am on Thursday, November 12th at ST Luke's Cathedral, 130 N. Magnolia Ave in downtown Orlando.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make your donations to Sorosis Woman's Club of Orlando, St. Luke's Cathedral or Hospice of the Comforter.