Lori Lyn Wilson-Ring

Lori Lynn Wilson-Ring was born February 15, 1964 in Quincy, Illinois. she was part of a large family which included 5 brothers and 2 sisters. she taught gymnastics at the YMCA. during her high school years. she attended Quincy Senior High School. Years later she followed her sisters Debbie and Karen and moved to Orlando, Florida. She continued teaching gymnatics at Browns Gym for many years. Eventually she changed careers to become a nail technician and after many successful years she achieved her dream of owning her own salon , Salon Indulgence.

On November 28th, 2008 she was married to George Ring and became a step-mother to three beautiful, George, Lexie and Bailey. Lori has a beatiful daughter from her first marriage, Laura who gave her the status of grandmother with three wonderful grandsons.

Anyone who knew Lori would know the love she had for her animals. She had three minature maltese and two cats. I think Lori will best be remembered for the love she had for her family, her willingness to help others, her wonderful work ethic and the beauty she possessed inside and out and her love for helping others look and feel more beautiful. She will be sadly missed by her friends and family. We will miss her beautiful smile. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, located at 834 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, FL on Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Debra Lyn Wolkens-Stewart

Debra Lyn Wolkens-Stewart age 46 of Clermont, Florida passed away on Wednesday, August 24th, 2011. Debra was born in Orlando, the daughter of Phillip and Patricia (Chambers) Wolkens. She was employed as a hair stylist and nail tech and was a member of Mosaic Church in Oakland Florida. Debra leaves to cherish her memories, parents Phillip and Patricia of Clermont; sister Dawne M. Wolkens of Clermont; two brothers, Phillip J. (Sheri) of Clermont, Jeffrey D (Jeannie) Wolkens of Maine; nephews Jacob & Lucas Wolkens of Maine; nieces Lauren & Kaitlyn Wolkens of Clermont; The Man She Loved Jerry Brock of Ocoee and great aunt Thelma Cootes (age 95 ) of Orlando. A memorial service will be held at Dobbs Funeral Home located at 430 N. Kirkman Road, Orlando on Friday, September 2nd, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.

Abato (Sabas) Sosa

On Saturday, August 20, 2011, Sabas Sosa went home to be with our Lord. Sabas will forever be remembered and missed by his family and friends. Born in Lima, Peru in December 1933, he moved to the United States since his youth and lived in New York, California and Orlando, Florida. He was a workaholic, enjoying working even after retirement. Education was an important part of his life. During all his life in the United States he dedicated to help his family in Lima, Peru by absorbing the higher education costs to many nephews and nieces, his vision was to have them achieve their dreams. Sabas married Gayla, they have a son Chris Sosa, the light of his life; the reason of happiness and achievement in his life, he loved him so much and dedicated to him entirely since the day he was born. We the family, wish Chris to look forward and accomplish his dreams to make his father's wishes of having a joyful life and we will always be there for him in good and rough times. As a good Peruvian born in the Port of Callao, he leaves us to be with our Lord and celebrate the Day of our dear Port, Chim Pun, Callao. The family will be receiving friends from 2:00 until 3:00 pm on Saturday, August 27th, 2011 at Dobbs Funeral Home located at 430 N. Kirkman Road, Orlando FL 32811. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation at 3:00 p.m.

Jeffrey David Brian

On Friday, August 19, Jeffrey David Brian went home to be with the Lord. Jeff will forever be remembered and missed by his family and friends. Born in 1971 in Frederick, Maryland, Jeff moved with his family at age 8 and grew up in Fort Mill, Sc. He graduated from fort Mill High School in 1990 and decided to pursue a career in electrical engineering. He attended the University of Kentucky and then transferred to the University of Central Florida in Orlando, FL and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in 1999. He began his career with Lockheed Martin and continued there as a senior electrical engineer. He was presented with the prestigious Missile and Fire Control Excellence Award award in 2010. And although he stayed in Florida, he remained a dedicated University of Kentucky Wildcats fan. Having gained a love of aviation from his grandfather, Jeff earned his wings as a private pilot in 1997 and remained an active member of the Aircraft Owner's Pilot Association (AOPA). By 2011 he had been qualified to pilot 9 different aircrafts from a single engine Cessna to a twin engine Baron. Jeff was an avid golfer and had his proudest moment last year in October at Shingle Creek Golf Club where he hit his first Hole In One. At Heron Point in Hilton Head Island, SC, Jeff shot an 87, the best golf game of his life recently. He made sure he posted it on Facebook for all to share in his glory. Jeff had a very strong faith in the Lord and loved to share it with others. His greatest prayer was that all of his friends and relatives would know Jesus and spend eternity with him. Jeff is survived by his Father and Step-Mother, Donald and Connie Brian , of Jacksonville, FL; Mother and Step-Father, Janice and Joe DellaRusso, of Branson, MO; Brother and Sister-in-Law, Mike and Amy Brian, Nephews Landon and Riley Brian, of Greensboro, NC; Sister and Brother-in-law, Michelle and Joel Genereaux, Niece Robin Genereaux, Nephews Adam and David Genereaux of Haines City, FL. The family will be receiving friends from 4:00 until 6:00 pm on Friday, August 26th, 2011 at First Baptist Church of Windermere located at 300 Main Street, Windermere FL, followed by the funeral service at 6:00 pm with Pastor Church Carter officiating.

Carmen Torres

Carmen Torres, age 66 of Casselberry, Florida passed away on Wednesday, August 17th, 2011. Carmen was born in San German, Puerto Rico the daughter of Enrique Santos and Ramona Francisca (Santanta Valle) Cruz. She was a homemaker and member of Winter Park Spanish Seventh Day Adventist Church in Winter Park. Carmen moved to Central Florida from Connecticut in 1990. She leaves to cherish her memory husband Fausto Torres of Casselberry; 4 daughters, Rosa Iris Vasquez of Puerto Rico, Maribel Torres of Long Island, Isabel Hernandez of Orlando, Claribel Hernandez of Maya Guez, Puerto Rico; 3 sons, Moises Torres of Deltona, Jorge Torres of Alabama, Jose Torres of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; step daughter Brunilda Torres of Puerto Rico; 3 step sons , Wilfredo Torres of Connecticut, Fausto Torres, Jr. of Miami, Angel Luis Justiniano of Manhattan; sister Amparo Santos of Puerto Rico; 29 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. The family will be receiving friends on Friday, August 19th, 2011 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Winter Park Spanish Seventh Day Adventist Church, located at 3700 Dike Road, Winter Park. The service will take place from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. with Chaplain Jorge Torres officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests a love offering in the name of Carmen Torres.

Viola V. Schuberth

Viola V. Schuberth, 84 of Orlando passed away Saturday, August 6, 2011 at Dr. Phillips Hospital, Orlando, FL. Viola was born December 2, 1926 in Chicago, IL and was the daughter of Anthony and Martha Schmarge Vari. Viola and was married to Karl R. "Charlie" Schuberth until his passing in 1986. Viola was the heat and soul of her family and a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who always made her family her number one priority. Like many of her generation, she grew up with very little but worked hard to make a better life for her children and their children. Viola was a courageous woman, who was a working woman long before it became fashionable. She not only worked in sales for Service Electric but worked together with her husband Charlie to run successful business in Chicago, Illinois. While viola and Charlie worked hard they always made sure that their focus remained on raising their three children, Joyce, Eugene and Karl. They enjoyed their life together, loved to play cards and spent summers at their lake house in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin surrounded by a huge extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and all of their children. her husband, Charlie was the love of Viola's life and she missed him every day after being widowed in 1988. Viola's happiest times were when her table was surrounded by her family. she always put family first and was a great example of how to live life with grace, love and respect for other people. viola was a wonderful mother who was always fair and treated her children with great love and respect. To her grandchildren and great grandchildren she was just known as "Nani" - the person who was always excited to visit with her grandchildren and welcomed them with open arms and an ear to listen to their latest adventures.

Viola is survived by her three children, Joyce Pappalardo, Orlando, FL. Eugene Schuberth, Coconut Creek, FL., Karl A. Schuberth of Orlando, FL. and brother Christopher Vari, Darien, IL. Grandchildren Maria Pappalardo Shaunnessy and Carmelo Pappalardo of Orlando, FL., Karl R. Schuberth of New York City, N.Y., ate Ann Schuberth and Keith E. Schuberth of Orlando, FL., and three great grandchildren Joshua Pappalardo and Caitlin and Kyle Shaunnessy of Orlando, FL. A Memorial Mass presided over by Father Bernard will be held at 11am August 22, 2011, Holy Family Catholic Church, 5125 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospitals. Arrangements by Dobbs Funeral Home, 430 N. Kirkman Rd, Orlando. Please visit http://www.dobbsfuneralhome.com/ for more information and to sign the guest book.

David Craig Marquis

David Craig Marquis, age 65 of Ocoee passed away on August 11, 2011. Born in Brockton, Massachusetts, he is the son of Enud and Alice (Butler) Marquis. David was employed in construction as a general contractor. David leaves to cherish his memory, wife Ginger Marquis; 3 sons Ronnie (Kim) Marquis, David Paul (Robin) Marquis, P.J. (Jenni) Conroy; 4 daughters Carole Conroy, Kate (David) Suggs, Bella and Buddy Marquis; sister Regina Mullen and 8 grandchildren. The funeral service will be held on Monday, August 15th, 2011 at Dobbs Funeral Home at 12 noon with Pastor Chris McGee officiating.

Anthony Louis Olivieri

Anthony Louis Olivieri, age 78 of Orlando passed away on Wednesday, August 10th, 2011 at his residence. Anthony was born in New York, New York the son of the late Adelaide (Bove) and Luigi Olivieri. He is a retired New York City Police Officer. Anthony leaves to cherish his memory, wife Katherine of Orlando; daughter Janet Paolicelli of Orlando; two sons Louis Olivieri of New York; Richard Olivieri of Orlando; sister Clara Mazzilli of Brooklyn, New York; five brothers Frank Olivieri of The Villages, Richard Olivieri of Port St. Lucie, Paul Mazzilli of Staten Island; Salvatore Mazzilli of New Jersey; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The family will be receiving friends on from 10:00a - 11:00a on Saturday, August 13th, 2011 at Trinity Lutheran Church on Livingston Street in Orlando. The funeral service will follow visitation. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to VITAS Hospice.

Herman Barnett

June 12th, 1922 ~ July 26, 2011

Herman passed away peacefully on July 26, 2011. Private celebration was held by the immediate family. He was a resident of Florida for the past 70 years. Herman was a decorated World War II war veteran who served proudly in the Army as a forward observer in the 195th Field Artillery Battalion. He was involved in 5 major battles during that war including the Battle of The Bulge. Herman moved to Miami Beach in 1942 to marry Roslyn who was his loving and devoted until her passing 5 1/2 years ago. Together Herman and Roslyn founded and grew Barnett Hardware and Paint store, a Hallandale Landmark. He was instrumental in starting the Hallandale Chamber of Commerce and was a member of the Hallandale Volunteer Fire Department in the early 1950s. Herman and his beloved Roslyn retired in their 50s and spent the next four decades enjoying homes in Weston, Florida, Ponce Inlet, Florida and Highlands, and North Carolina. They traveled all over the globe. Herman was committed to community service and served as a Worshipful Master of Hollywood Masonic Lodge 209. He also spent many years the local and state advisory. The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made in Herman name to Hospice of the Comforter, 480 W. Central Parkway, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 where he spent his last days.

Elisa Esmonde

Elisa Esmonde passed away on Monday, July 18, 2011 after a rich life filled with many wonderful memories. One of 16 children in the Gambescia family, the embodiment of a large Italian family, she grew up in a house filled with love and laughter. She met and married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, Michael, and was blessed with four beautiful children, Michele, Michael, Patrick, and Megan. Upon the marriage of each of her children, she welcomed Travis, Alycia, Helena, and John into the clan as if they were her own. Her kids were the light and joy of her life, that is, until the arrival of her beloved grandchildren: Jordan, Ezabella, Davis, and sweet Thomas. She loved her children and grandchildren fiercely, and had a little left to spare, so she adopted two very lucky dogs, Besse and Missy who never wanted for anything from the moment she took them in. Before she was a loving and devoted mother, Lisa led an adventurous life. she was a hospital nurse in Philadelphia. She rode motorcycles and even entered a drag race in her mother's station wagon! She did concert lighting locally in Philadelphia and was a touring wardrobe tech for Elton John and Jethro Tull. She worked on a lobster boat off the waters of Cuba. She was a seriously good softball player and was said to be a better athlete than her husband. She embraced life and lived it to the fullest. Lisa was young at heart, loved the beach, long walks with the dogs, and as anyone who ever had the pleasure of dining out wit her knew, loved unsweetened ice tea with lots of ice and a bowl of lemons. Her smile could light up a room, as it always did when she volunteered in Guest Services at Arnold and Winnie Palmer Hospital, and the Lisa Merlin House. She kept the Florida Esmonde streak of working at Universal Studios Florida by driving the employee tram and running the mail room.

In lieu of flowers, we are asking for donations to be made in her memory to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (http://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/).

Please join us in celebrating 59 years of family and friends at Holy Family Catholic Church on Friday July 22, 2011. Visitation will be at 1:00 pm followed by a Funeral Mass at 2:00 pm. Lisa wishes to be cremated so there will be no burial.

Claris Ruth Lynch

Claris Ruth Lynch, 94 of Winter Garden, went to be with the Lord July 18, 2011. Born in Pittsylvania County, Virginia on December 19, 1916. Ruth, as a young child moved to North Carolina and graduated from Lincolnton High School in Lincolnton, North Carolina in 1935. she moved to Winter Garden in 1959. Ruth was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Sunday School teacher and avid cook and gardener. Ruth was proceeded in death by her husband, Reverend R. Clement Lynch and son, John C. Lynch. She is survived by her daughter Marguerite Scholar (Gene), daughter Wanda Haltner (Al), son, James E. Lynch (June), 4 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 1pm at Southside Christian Fellowship Church.

Angel L. Perez

In Loving Memory of Angel L. Perez

Sunrise ~ December 13, 1963 ~ Brooklyn, New York

Sunset~ July 14, 2011 ~ Ocoee, Florida

My daddy, our warrior, a husband, father, son, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend. Five and a half years ago my daddy was diagnosed with multiple Myeloma. But that in no way stopped him from being who he was and always will be. A WARRIOR. Ask anyone who knew my dad to describe him and they will all tell you the same thing. He was a jokester. He was always making people laugh. He was the center of attention whenever we had a gathering and even when it was just the family in the house. He was latin lover, latino heat, and supernova all balled up into one! The man who no woman could resist. We would say potato, he would say potatoe, tomato, tomatoe. Instead of saying your food is getting cold he would always say your food is getting hot. There was not one day my dad wouldn't put a smile on my face. He made my mom happy for 24 beautiful years. I know my dad loved my mom with every ounce of love and affection he had in him. He knew exactly how to keep a relationship together and also how to keep a family together and strong. he would always remind us to give each other a kiss on the cheek before you leave and when you get home. Always tell your loved ones, "I love you." He was the kindest soul in the world. But be careful because if he felt something wasn't right he would definitely let you know until you, without a doubt, got his point across loud and clear. Nobody messed with his family that is for sure. He taught my brother and I if something was wrong speak your mind and tell them who's boss. Definition of a warrior. Always had a smile on his face even when you knew he was in pain. Although my dad might have lost his battle with cancer, I say he was a survivor. Never once did he let his cancer bring him down. He was determined to keep a positive attitude and never give up faith in our Lord. I know he was fighting not only for himself but for my mom, brother and I. He lived to see both of us kids go through elementary, middle, and our high school graduations. He taught us how to drive and get our driver's licenses. I remember him always telling me, "Nati always leave enough space between you and the car in front of you. If you can't fit another car in between you then you're too close. He got to spend my brother's 19th birthday and my 21st birthday. He watched his kids go from kids to adults. My daddy was named the perfect name - Angel. An angel sent all the way from heaven to touch our lives in such a special way that his legacy will be carried on forever. N one who knew my father will ever forget that loving, joking, charismatic personality of his. He is in heaven now. Back where he belongs to shine on all of us and remind us that he is okay. He is not in pain and he doesn't want us to cry over his death. We will always remember him in a positive, cheerful and upbringing light. This is how he should and will be remembered.

Like my father always use to say: YO YO YOOOO Word up to the MAX!!

Angel leaves to cherish his memory, wife Gwendolyn (Nunez) Perez of Orlando; daughter Maralysa Perez of Orlando; son Ariel Perez of Orlando; mother Angela (Ruiz) Perez of New York City; brother Miguel Perez of Queens, New York; sisters Teresa Vega of Homestead, Florida, Anabel Perez of new Jersey, Luz Irrizarry of Pennsylvania, Isabel Perez of New York City; and aunt Lydia Fernandez of New York City. The family will be receiving friends on Sunday, July 17th, 2011 from 4 until 7 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 18th, 2011 at Holy Family Catholic Church followed by interment at Winter Garden Cemetery.

Germaine Jean-Charles

Germaine Jean-Charles, age 59 of Orlando passed away on Thursday, July 7th, 2011. Germaine was born in Pestel, Haiti the daughter of the late Orphise (Benoet) and Augustine Jean-Charles. Germaine moved to Central Florida from Miami in 1999. She was employed as a special education teacher for the Orange County Public School System at Magnolia Elementary School and was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic church and the Charismatic Catholic Group. Germain leaves to cherish her memory, son Utchey Cabane of Orlando; eight sisters, Julia Jean-Charles of Immoakee, Josslaine Jean-charles of Miami, Termacile Peantraue of Haiti, Gertrede Jean-Charles of Haiti, Jertha Jean-Charles of Haiti, Acela Estievin of Orlando, Marise Jean-Charles of Haiti, Faneline Lustin of Haiti; six brothers, Meil Jean-Charles of Orlando, Faril Jean-Charles of Haiti, Oberjo Jean-Charles of Haiti, Jean Claude Jean-Charles of Haiti, Hachet Jean-Charles of Haiti, Gerard Jean-Charles of Haiti; aunt Christiane Jean-Charles of New York; and numerous nieces, nephews , cousins and other family members. The family will be receiving friends on Friday, July 15th, 2011 from 6:30 - 9:30 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be held on Saturday, July 16th, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church located at 6200 Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, followed by interment at Greenwood Cemetery.

Aaron Francis Winter

Aaron Francis Winter, age 34 of Windermere, Florida passed away on Thursday, June 23rd, 2011. Aaron was born in San Diego, California the son of Erich and Alice (Lynch) Winter. He was employed as restaurant manager. Aaron was also the drummer and lead singer for the band "7 Minutes Later". Aaron is survived by his wife Tracy (Pagano) Winter of Windermere; sons Ryan, Patrick and Joshua Witner; step son, Jacob McGlothlin and MacKenzie McGlothlin. The family will be receiving friends from 1:00 - 2:00 pm on Monday, June 27, 2011 at Dobbs Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 pm with Father Kenny Acquino officiating.

Robert E. Darr

Robert E. Darr age 65 of Lecanto, Florida passed away on Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011 at his residence. Robert was born in Chicago, Illinois the son of Robert H. and Marilyn (Fundick) Darr. He was employed as a mechanical engineer for a conveyor design company. Robert leaves to cherish his memory, wife Debra (Sabotka) Darr of Orlando; daughter Carrie Darr of Tampa, Florida ; brother James Darr of Davie Florida; niece Aunna and nephew Jimmy Darr of Davie. Funeral services are pending.

Goldie Kay Powell

Goldie Kay Powell of Orlando passed away on Monday, June 20th, 2011 after a long illness. She was born in Kingston, Jamaica the daughter of Edward and Kathleen (Bell) Douglas. She was a homemaker. Public visitation will be held on Saturday, June 25th, 2011 from 2:00 - 5:00 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home, 430 N. Kirkman Rd, Orlando FL 32811. Interment will be a Meadowrest Cemetery in St. Catherines Jamaica.

Jeannie Hoefler

August 24, 1936 ~ June 23, 2011

Jeannie Hoefler, age 75 of Orlando, passed away on Saturday, June 18th, 2011. Jean was born in Greensboro, North Carolina, the daughter of Raymond O'Neil and Minnie Ethel (Lassiter) Avery. She was employed as a bartender at the Best Western Hotel in Orlando (formerly Howard Johnson's Rum Keg Pub). She is predeceased by her son, Donnie. Jeannie was a member of the Moose and the Eagles, former member of the Elks. She also owned a bar in Astor, Florida. Jeannie leaves to cherish her memory, daughter Vicki Beck of Orlando and son-in-law Lee Borton of Orlando; god-daughter Georgia of New York; and many loving friends. Jeannie will be greatly missed. The memorial service will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, June 27th, 2011 at the Best Western Hotel on Colonial Drive and Tampa Ave. in Orlando.

Alfred N. Chin Fook

Alfred N. Chin Fook, age 82 of Orlando passed away on Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 at his residence with his family by his side. Alfred was born in Kingston, Jamaica the son of Florence (Rodriguez) and John Chin Fook. He moved to Central Florida from Miami in 1992 and was employed in residential construction. He was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church. Mr. Chin Fook leaves to cherish his memory, wife Mary (Younnsinn Yong) Chinfook; daughter Natalie (John) Tole of China, son Christopher Chin Fook of Orlando; daughter Patricia (Donald) Toms of Georgia; son Paul Chin Fook of Orlando; brother Anthony Panton of Kissimmee; and 5 grandchildren. The family will be receiving friends from 9:00 - 9:45am on Monday, June 20th, 2011 at Dobbs Funeral Home. The funeral mass will be held at St. Andrew Catholic Church located at 801 N. Hastings, Orlando. The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Andrew Catholic Church or Hospice of the Comforter located at 605 Montgomery Rd, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714.

Donald Dolfus Voss

Donald Dolfus Voss, age 75 of Orlando passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2011. Donald was born in Boaz, Alabama the son of Allie (Rhodes) and Robert Curtis Voss and moved to Central Florida in 1949. He was employed as an automobile mechanic and was a member of Oak View Baptist Church in Winter Garden. Donald leaves to cherish his memory, wife Elizabeth (Futch) Voss of Orlando; 2 daughters Linda Kearley of Sorrento; Tammy Araujo of Orlando; 2 brothers Henry Voss of Winter Haven, Robert T. Voss of Fannettsburg, Pennsylvania; 7 grandchildren Stephen and Joseph Wood, Jennifer D'Angelo, Danielle Thaxton, James Manney, Dylan King, Christopher Abbott; 9 great-grandchildren Austin, Kyley, Rylan and Natasha Wood, Sebastian Fagan, Christian D'Angelo, Damian and Zira Grissom and Caleb Urena. The family will be receiving friends from 11:00a until 12:00p on Monday, June 20th, 2011 at Dobbs Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow visitation with Pastor Forrest officiating from Lake Hill Baptist Church. Interment will be at Lake Hill Cemetery following the service.

RoseMarie Diaz

RoseMarie Diaz, age 62 of Altamonte Springs, Florida passed away on Monday, June 13th, 2011. RoseMarie was born in Bronx, New York, the daughter of Raymond and Ida (Costa) Navarro. She was a homemaker and attending St. Andrew Catholic Church. RoseMarie leaves to cherish her memory, daughter Laura Diaz of Altamonte Springs; sons Mark Diaz of Altamonte Springs, Edward Diaz of Orlando and Christopher Diaz of Altamonte Springs; six sisters, Nora Lathwell of Clermont, Nancy Garcia of Ft. Lauderdale, Lourdes Rodriguez of Orlando, Millie Lopez of Orlando, Emily Garcia of Long Island, Cindy Ruiz of Winter Park and 10 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 17th, 2011 at Dobbs Funeral Home located at 430 N. Kirkman Road, Orlando 32811.

Randolph P. Nauert

Randolph P. Nauert (Randy) 60, of St. Louis, MO peacefully entered his place of eternal rest on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at Orlando Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loved ones and friends. Randy worked across the country in the vacation ownership and travel industry for over thirty years, but called Central Florida his home. Randy loved traveling, boating, fishing, golfing, but most of all, cherished the time he spent with his beloved sons. He will be fondly remembered for his amazing wit and his genuine, extraordinary sense of humor. Randy had a special love for his friends and family. When he entered a room, it would light up with the aura of his presence and his high-spirited laughter. Those who knew him, loved him and will hold that love and laughter in their hearts forever. Randy is survived by girlfriend Denisa, his amazing boys, Phillip and Patrick, whom he adored, missed and treasured; his mother Margaret, his sister Elizabeth, his brothers Langdon, Richard and Brian and his countless friends. A memorial service will be held in his honor on Friday, June 17, 2011 at 5:30 p.m., at The Alter St. Cloud Vineyard Church located at 1250 Old Hickory Tree Road, St. Cloud, FL 34771.

Robert Thomas Speener

Robert Thmas Speener age 64 of Apopka, passed away on Monday, May 9th, 2011. Robert was born in Wayne Michigan, the son of the late Ruth (Baptiste) and Camiel Speener. He served in the United States Air Force, a Viet Nam veteran and was employed as a mechanic for Orlando Dodge for 28 years. Robert is survived by fiance' Sharon Nall of Apopka; two daughters, Renee Speener-Clark of Oviedo, Sherri Kincaid of Bithlo; son Anthony John Nall of Indianapolis; sister Joan Richmond of Wayne, IN; grandchildren Michael J and Katelyn Marie Clark of Oviedo, Brittney, Lance and LyndyKincaid, Victoria Fuller; great-grandchildren Jacob Parrott and Danica Kincaid. A memorial service will be held at Dobbs Funeral Home at 4:00 pm on Saturday May 21st, 2011, with Rev. Andy Doan officiating.

Jordan Basil McLeod, Jr.

Jordan Basil McLeod, Jr., 75 of Apopka, FL passed away Sunday, May 1st, 2011 at his residence. Jordan was born in Orlando, the son of the late Lois (Pool) and Jordan Basil McLeod, Sr. He served in the U.S. Marines and in the U.S. air force. He was the owner of McLeod Construction Company. He is preceded in death by daughter Deborah Ann McLeod (1962) and sister Darnell McLeod. Jordan is survived by a daughter, Joni (Ronnie) Herring; two sons Johnny (Bonnie) McLeod, Joseph (Joyce) McLeod; two sisters, Elvira McLeod, Charlene McLeod; brother, Eric McLeod; 4 grandchildren, Danny, Shelia, Michelle and Christopher McLeod; 1 great-grandchild, Jayden Rogers McLeod. The family will be receiving friends at Dobbs Funeral Home from 3:00 - 4:30p on Thursday, May 5th, 2011. The funeral service will follow visitation at 4:30p with Pastor Thomas Hensley officiating. Professional services by Dobbs Funeral Home, 430 N. Kirkman Rd, Orlando FL.

Marjorie Elinor Carter

Marjorie Elinor Carter age 97, of Orlando, FL., passed away Monday, May 2nd, 2011 at her home with her family by her side. Marjorie was born in Bar Harbor, Maine on September 5th, 1913, the daughter of the late Lina (Reed) and Percy Hodgkins. She moved to Central Florida from Connecticut in 1997 and was employed as a teacher. Mrs. Carter retired from teaching at the age of 83. She was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, Meals on Wheels, RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program), Eucharistic Ministers and Crafty Crafters.

Mrs. Carter leaves to cherish her memory, son Richard Carter of Palmetto, FL; daughters Jean (Raymond) Premuroso of Palm Beach Gardens, Mary (Charles) Franklin of Marblehead, Massachusetts, Morgan Keene of Oahu, Hawaii; 7 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 801 Hastings, Orlando, FL at 10:00 am on Monday, May 9th, 2011. After the service the family will be receiving friends at 1:00 pm for a Celebration of Life at the Silver Star Village Community Hall, located at 2530 N. Hiawassee Rd, Orlando FL 32818. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Marjorie Carter's name to RSVP (99 E. Marks Street, Orlando FL 32803)

Ruth A. Owino

Ruth A. Owino was tragically taken from us on April 10th, 2011 in Orlando, Florida. Ruth was born in Gem Dudi in Siaya, Kenya, the daughter of Joseph Owino Oluoch and the late Frida Owino. She was employed as a hotel banquet server and attended New Destiny Church. Ruth leaves to cherish her memory, father Joseph Owino Oluouch of Kenya; son, Carlos Dorkpo of Orlando; daughter, Ashley Dorkpo of Orlando; son Norbert Nestor, Jr. of Orlando and stepson Benjamin Habarugira of Orlando. The family will be receiving friends for visitation on Friday, May 6th, 2011 from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at Dobbs Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at New Destiny Church on Saturday, May 14th, 2011 at 10:00 am. Interment will follow the service at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Maria Elena Rose - Embajadora (Ambassador) of Orlando for Tarija, Bolivia

Maria Elena was a friend of the world. She was one of the first persons to immigrate to the United States 27 years ago, she carried the roots of her hometown throughout her existence. She had an incredible ability to communicate in many languages and her engaging personality allowed people from all walks of life to endear themselves to her. Whether in her early days as a classmate in the Liceo Tarija Class of 1972 or her early professional years working for Banco Nacional de Bolivia in La Paz, Bolivia, Maria Elena was devoted to her friends and family first and foremost. These lifelong relationships with friends were her source of strength and truly the most important aspect of her life that she focused on. Her adventurous spirit, passion and enthusiasm to travel the world landed her friendships on every continent.

She moved to Washington, D.C. in 1984 to attend school, bright-eyed and driven to start a new life in the United States. In spite o some initial language barriers, maria Elena was never deterred and quickly adapted to her surroundings with immediate life long friendships. She was driven, ambitious, and had a passion for the difficult things in life. Nothing was impossible for her. In 1985, she met the love of her life Craig Rose. They later moved close to Winchester, Virginia, where she gave birth to the two most precious gifts of her life, a son Andrew and later her daughter Stephanie, to whom she devoted the rest of her life. Maria Elena raised her family here and had a strong appreciation for the traditions and beauty of the historical Virginia and DC area.

While living in Virginia, she was one of only a handful of Hispanics within a 50 mile radius and although she was a minority in this rural part of Virginia her ability communicate in several languages quickly spread through the community. she was asked and quickly volunteered to translate for multiple organizations including hospitals, doctors, courts, aiding numerous local migrant workers and other agencies. It was always her desire to help others. She also worked professionally for FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and assisted the agency in navigating through several disaster recovery efforts. Maria Elena had a strong desire to return to the south and the Rose family later moved to Orlando, Florida in 1999 as her husband received an employment opportunity with Disney. her warmth and generosity to friends and family allowed her to receive an unofficial key to the city from her native city of Tarija, and be given the title of "Ambassador of Orlando for Tarija, Bolivia". They knew it was a blessing to have a member from their homeland here. She took great joy in the sight of others enjoying life and never asked for anything in return. Maria Elena's generosity and friendship never discriminated - she was a friend to the rich, poor, powerful, and defenseless.

Her three year battle with cancer did not slow her down and would not define her. she acknowledged the disease, but never allowed it to divert her way of life. she carried on as normal, living her life to the fullest - attending the presidential inauguration of Barack Obama, cruising with her family, traveling to Bolivia where she was welcomed as a dignitary, she witnessed her daughter run in the Boston Marathon, and spent time with her son whom was launching a career and living in New York City. Her happiness was derived from the happiness of others. The philosophy she lived by and preached to her family was to consistently aim for success, fight adversity, and to acknowledge the hardships of others. She lived for other sand not for herself. Her priorities to the end were God, Family, Friends & LOVE. A saint to the end, she was reunited with the Holy Father on April 20, 2011, surrounded by her loving family She was the daughter of Elsa Marquez whom predeceases her, and is survived her father Raul Marquez of Tarija, Bolivia. She is also survived by her sisters Sylvia Feuda of Orlando, Gloria Marquez of Pompano Beach, her daughter Stephanie Rose, son Andrew Rose and husband Craig Rose from Orlando. The family will be receiving friends from 4 - 6 pm at the Daily Chapel of Holy Family Catholic Church on Monday, April 25, 2011. The funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, April 26th, 2010 at 10:30 am at Holy Family Catholic Church.

Frances Patricia Powers

A Lifelong resident to Central Florida, passed away April 19th, 2011 due to complications from a sudden heart attack. she spent her last days, hours and minutes surrounded by her family and friends. She passed away n the arms of her loving husband Timothy Powers, her son Christopher Powers, and her daughters Sarah Sharma and Kelly Powers, as well as her son-in-law Sandeep Sharma husband to Sarah. she was also the Proud grandmother to Jonah and Luke Powers; sons to Christopher and Christine Powers. Thankful that she is now at peace we will forever keep her in our hearts and know that as she was an angel to many in life, so she will be again in heaven. Pat was born November 08, 1950 in Leesburg, Florida to her father Agustus C. Hart and her mother Ruth S. Hart. She is survived by her sisters Kay Jonasen and Emilia Leggens. Pat was a nursing graduate of Orange Memorial Hospital and served as a Lieutenant in the United States Air force during the time of the Vietnam war. She was retired from the State of Florida's Health Department were she was employed as a registered nurse for over 30 years. She was also a volunteer for the St. Vincent DePaul's at St. Andrew's Church, where she assisted many of Orlando's poor and needy. she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, faithful servant of God and a loving soul to all who knew her. A Public Vigil will be held on April 27th, 2011 from 1pm - 2pm at Dobbs Funeral Home in Orlando, FL. A requiem mass will follow at St. Andrew's Catholic Church Orlando, Fl. and her burial will be held at the Oakland Cemetery in Oakland, Florida.

Tina L. Kimbrough

Tina Lillie Kimbrough, age 48 of Virginia, passed away peacefully on March 10th, 2011 at Santara Norfolk General Hospital. Born on July 4th, 1962 in Bristol, Pennsylvania, Tina was educated in the Pennsburg School System and graduated from Butler High School in Huntsville, Alabama. Tina truly loved the Lord and was thankful for her church family at Prentis Park SDA Church of Portsmouth. She was preceded in death by her father, James E. Kimbrough, a sister Keara Greene; and uncle Robert Griffin, and her paternal and maternal grandparents.

Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Elder Melvin and Elma Kimbrough-Greene of Suffolk; two brothers, Elliot Kimbrough and wife Caridad of Houston, TX and Jessie Kimbrough and wife Dana of VA Beach, VA; a sister Theresa Sankey and husband Ivan of Orlando, nephews, Elliott II, Brian, Marquise, and Justin, four nieces, Charmine, Tinal, Adraine, and Kyra, two grandnieces, and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family is especially grateful for the love and special care given to Tina by Dr. Mark A. East and his team; the hospital staff; the dialysis and transport units; and also for the love and joy given by her co-workers at Roses and K-Mart Dept. Stores.

A memorial service will be held at 3 PM Saturday, April 9, 2011 in Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel.