FORT MYERS FLORIDA SENIOR HIGH GRADUATES OBITUARIES XV

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
FMHS SENIOR HIGH GRADUATES
OBITUARIES XV

ACUFF, ANN MARIE (HICKS) (FMHS 1943)
AGENT, LINDA LEE (FMHS 1974)
ALLEN, ZALENE FRANCES (CARTER)(KNIPPER) (FMHS 1950)
AYDELETTE, CHARLES BROWN "CHICK/CHIC" (FMHS 1960)
BARRON, ARTHUR BELL JR (FMHS 1939)
BARTLESON, THOMAS HAMILTON "TOM/TOMMIE" (FMHS 1963)
BENNETT, JAMES NELSON (FMHS 1954)
BITTICK, LOUVA ELLEN "PEGGY" (PRESNELL) (FMHS 1943)
BOWEN, TRENTON "PETE" (FMHS 1953)
BOYCE, WILLARD DAVID "DAVE" JR (FMHS 1956)
BOYE, ALICE JANE (MENDONCA) (FMHS 1970)
BROWN, DONALD E (FMHS 1946)
CAMPBELL, CLAUDE RICHARD "SOUP" (FMHS 1945)
CARSON, JEWEL "JUDY" (EDELBLUT) (FMHS 1940)
COOK, CECIL LLOYD "SONNY" (FMHS 1943)
CRAWFORD, ROWENA ANN (CUTE) (FMHS 1976)
DART, SARAH "SKEETER" (FLAITZ)(FERRERO) (FMHS 1950)
DENO, MICHAEL SHANNON SR (FMHS 1962)
DRAKE, DON PHILLIP JR (FMHS 1944) 1 Dec 2011
DRAKE, MARJORIE INEZ "MARGIE" (STARNES) (FMHS 1947)
DUKE, RANDY RICHARD (FMHS 1970)
DURRANCE, BOBBY (FMHS 1947)
EPPLER, CAROL KAY (ACITELLI) (FMHS 1958)
FULTON, ASHLEY III (FMHS 1970)
GATES, MARY ELIZABETH (DEWEY) (FMHS 1946)
GILES, ROY SPENCER (FMHS 1945)
HAGER, DELAINE "DEE" GAYLIA (DUKE) (FMHS 1970)
HARRISON, ERNEST AUBRY "ERNIE/BLACKIE" (FMHS 1968)
HARRISON, EMMETT CARROLL (FMHS 1949)
HENDRY, IRENE LEIGH (GOULDING)(EICKSTAEDT) (FMHS 1958)
HERRING, MARY ESTHER (GRANT)(ALBRITTON) (FMHS 1962)
HOBSON, EDITH E (ROSE) (FMHS 1942)
HORNE, ALTHEA JEAN "JENNIE" (HENDRY) (FMHS 1929)
HOUSEMAN, BRADLEY DAVID "BRAD" (FMHS 1986)
KAUNE, DOROTHY JEAN (BISHOP) (FMHS 1950)
KEENE, ANDREW C (FMHS 1979)
LEWIS, DENARIUS ROBERT (FMHS 1994)
MAXEY, ERNEST EDWARD (FMHS 1949)
MCDANIEL, BARBARA JOAN "BOBBIE JO" (DANIELS) (FMHS 1955)
MCGEE, DANA LEA (SCHWEIN) (FMHS 1974)
MCGILL, JOSEPH EARL "JOE" (FMHS 1961)
MORRIS, CARL KING "BUCK" JR (FMHS 1946)
NAYLOR, WALLACE "BILLY" (FMHS 1939)
O'MAHONEY, MAURA J (CRUMPACKER) (FMHS 1963)
OLDHAM, BARBARA (WARNER)(JOHNSON) (FMHS 1964) '
OSTEEN, EVA LORRAINE (GILL)(HISLER) (FMHS 1936)
PARKER, JUNETTA (ROBINSON) (FMHS 1946)
PATTERSON, ROBERT BRUCE (FMHS 1979)
PUTNAM, ROBERT STANLEY (FMHS 1971)
RAY, JIMMY SUE (SULLIVAN) (FMHS 1963)
ROMEIS, RONALD ALAN "RONNIE" (FMHS 1965)
SAUERWINE, JEFFREY JOHN (FMHS 1971)
SAVAGE, BRYAN JOHN (FMHS 1962)
SCATURRO, ANDREW CHARLES "ANDY" (FMHS 1949)
SIFORD, JAMES B "JIM" JR (FMHS 1963)
SMITH, NICOLE MARIE "NICKI" (KRATT) (FMHS 1972)
SPEARING, NORMA (BALLARD) (FMHS 1947)
STAFFORD, CHRISTOPHER AARON "CHRIS" (FMHS 1945)
SUSHIL, MARGARET ELIZABETH "BETTY" (SISTER CATHERINE, OSF) (FMHS 1950)
TINER, JAMES E "BUNNY" FMHS 1945
TAYLOR, WILLIAM A "BILL" (FMHS 1968)
TICE, MICHAEL CHARLES "MIKE" (FMHS 1962)
TOOKE, CHARLTON TAYLOR "BUD" III (FMHS 1946)
UZZELL, MATTHEW (FMHS 1941)
WHEELER, JENNIE LEE (ZIPPERER) (FMHS 1952)
WHIGHAM, KAREN TRACY (BRITTS)(FMHS 1979)
WATSON, GEORGE KING (FMHS 1944)
WILLIAMS, CARLIE "CONKY" (YOUNG)(FMHS 1938)

SUSHIL, MARGARET ELIZABETH "BETTY" (SISTER CATHERINE, OSF) FMHS 1950

Sr. Catherine Sushil, OSF, died November 7, 2012, at St. Elizabeth Motherhouse, Alleghany,
NY. Born Margaret Elizabeth Sushil on January 15, 1933, to Gerald and Agnes (Molter)
Sushil in Fort Myers.

She attended grade school on Sanibel and St. Francis Xavier from 1939-47. She graduated
from Fort Myers High School in 1950. She received her Bachelor's Degree from St. Elizabeth
Teacher's College, now St. Bonaventure University and earned her Master's in Education
from Cortland State University, Cortland, NY.

She ministered in the field of education, with the early years committed to religious
education classes for younger students. She also held positions of Principal and Vice
Principal in several schools within the Congregation in New York and Florida. Sister's
last 24 years in education were spent at St. Francis Xavier School. While there, she
taught Junior High level students. In 2005, Sister retired to St. Elizabeth Convent in
Tampa, FL and in 2007, was welcomed to the St. Elizabeth Motherhouse in Alleghany, NY.

She was predeceased by her parents, her brother, Gerald (FMHS 1947) and sister, Laura Burke
(FMHS 1948). She is survived by her sisters, Rita Wolfe (FMHS 1955), and Kathryn (FMHS 1963)
Meyer (Richard), and brother, Kenneth (FMHS 1957), and Janet (FMHS 1963) Reynolds), as well
as many beloved nieces and nephews.

==PICTURE==

A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis
Xavier Church, reception to follow in the Parish Hall. Burial in St. Bonaventure Cemetery,
Alleghney, NY.

Via: JMM, Slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press, Nov 11, 2012

BOYCE, WILLARD DAVID "DAVE" JR (FMHS 1956) April 22, 2013

Willard David Boyce Jr., 75, of Fort Myers, FL died on April 22, 2013. He was
born on November 23, 1937 in Dover DE, a son of Willard David and Margaret
Chance (Phillips) Boyce Sr.

A resident of Fort Myers since 1987, he previously lived in West Chester, PA .
David lived life to its fullest, he loved the great outdoors but he was always
the happiest having his family and friends around. David and Loretta's home
was always filled with laughter and fun, it was always the very best of times
there.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Loretta (FMHS 1956) (Frank)
Boyce, his beloved sons, W. David Boyce III of Fort Myers, FL and Douglas
Chance (Stephanie) Boyce of Downingtown, PA, his sister, Anna Boyce (FMHS 1960)
(husband, John Pratt) of West Chester, PA; he also leaves behind 3 cherished
grandchildren, Angeline, Anna and Trevor BY whom he was lovingly called
"PePe" and also his nieces and nephews. David will be greatly missed by
all of his family and friends who always enjoyed his charm and fun loving
personality.

David's family would like to express their appreciation to the nurses,
aides and staff of the Joanne's House at Hope Hospice and Page Rehabilitation
and Health Care Center for their loving care of David.

==PICTURE==

A Memorial Service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial
gifts may be sent to Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL
33908. Friends may sign the guest book at www.horizonfunerals.com.

via Beth, Published in Fort Myers News-Press

HOBSON, EDITH E HOBSON (ROSE) (FMHS 1942) October 27, 2012

October 25, 2012

Edith E. Rose, "Mom"/"Grammie", 90, a native of Fort Myers, peacefully went to her
heavenly home on Thursday, October 25, 2012. She was born the daughter of the late
Alfred & Jeanette Hobson on March 21, 1922 in Fort Myers. Edith has now rejoined with
her late husband, Bob, whom she loved all of her life.

Mom will be missed by her surviving daughters, Annette (FMHS 1972) Bohs and Janice
(FMHS 1965) Stilwell. Grammie loved and was loved by her granddaughters, Anjanet
Kiesel (Eddie) and Kerri Peters (Brian). Grammie was blessed with two great
granddaughters, Kylie and Kacie Peters. She is also survived by her sisters,
Florence (FMHS 1937) Shearer and Patsy (FMHS 1944) Shaffer.

==PICTURE==

A funeral service will be held at Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park, 12777
State Road 82, Fort Myers, Florida 33913 on Sunday, October 28, 2012 at 2:00pm.
Interment will be private at Lee Memorial Park Cemetery. Memories of her will fill
our hearts forever.

Via: norita, Slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

BARRON, ARTHUR BELL JR (FMHS 1939) March 17 to March 19, 2012

Arthur Bell Barron, Jr. was born to Arthur Bell Barron, Sr. and Anna Belle Maywald Barron Cole on June 26,
1921 and died on March 8, 2012, the Lord called him to his heavenly home for service. "Junior" to most
friends and family was in the U.S. Navy 1944-1946. He owned Barron Refrigeration for 70 years, and was a
lover of fishing and hunting, which claimed most of his time. He is survived by his caring family; a sister
Julia Pearl Barron Keene (FMHS 1942); Niece Valerie Jean Keene Strand (FMHS 1962); Cousins Ann Eva Dennington
Carter (FMHS 1944) of Jacksonville, FL., Ronald Soloman (FMHS 1962), Key West, FL and Lisa Douglas of
Rutherford, NC. and will be greatly missed by friends and neighbors. He was predeceased by his loving
parents Arthur Barron Sr. and Anna Belle Barron Cole, brother-in-law James Lytle Keene and Nephew
Marcus Lytle Keene.

==PICTURE==

He will be buried at the Alva FL Cemetery beside his mother. There will be a private ceremony at a later
date. Memorial donations may be made to the 1st United Methodist Church of Ft .Myers or other charities
of your choice.

Via JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

FULTON, ASHLEY III (FMHS 1970) May 13, 2013

Ashley Fulton III, 61, of Ft. Myers, FL passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2013. He
was preceded in death by his parents, Ashley Jr. "Hap" and Nancy Fulton. After graduating
from Ft. Myers High School in 1970, he attended Indian River State College on a golf
scholarship.

He was known by friends as "Accurate Ash". In 1995 he was honored to be inducted to the
Ft. Myers High School Golf Hall of Fame. With a love for fishing and the outdoors, Ashley
often spent his time on the water with his dog Toby. As a former resident of Long Island,
NY, he returned to Ft. Myers in 2001 and was employed at Scanlon Lexus of Ft. Myers as a
Senior Sales Rep for 12 years.

Ashley is survived by his wife, Jeanette Fulton, his sister, Harriette Butts (FMHS 1962),
niece, Catharine Riebenack (FMHS 1988), nephew, John Threlkeld, step-sons, Brian Smith and
Tom Bartley, step-daughter, Karon Bartley, four step-grandsons, one step-granddaughter, two
great-nieces, one great-nephew, many cousins and friends.

==PICTURE==

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 6:30PM in the
Chapel of Joanne's House of Hope Hospice, 27200 Imperial Pkwy., Bonita Springs, FL.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark,
Fort Myers, FL 33908. Ashley's guest book is available at www.horizonfunerals.com.

Via Beth, JMM, DEL, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

HORNE, ALTHEA JEAN "JENNIE" (HENDRY) (FMHS 1929) May 17, 2013

Home: Cullowhee, NC
Date of Death: May 17, 2013
Place of Birth: Ft Myers, FLA
Birthdate: January 21, 1911
Age: 102
Graveside Service: Monday, May 20, 2013 1:00 PM Wike Cemetery, Cullowhee, NC
Interment: Wike Cemetery, Cullowhee, NC

Althea Jean Horne Hendry, 102 years old, passed away Friday, May 17, 2013 at her home in Cullowhee NC.
The daughter of the late John C. and Julia Wright Horne, she was born January 21, 1911 in Fort Myers,
Florida. She grew up in Estero, Florida as a young girl. She loved her flowers, especially pansies and
violets. She was presented her high school diploma by Thomas Edison. She loved traveling, decorating and
taking care of her home but she loved her husband, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great
great grandchildren the most. She truly practiced her Methodist Faith and belief in Jesus.

==PICTURE==

She is survived by her husband of 80 years Ed Hendry of the home. Children- Son- Derald Hendry of Franklin
Daughters- Jean (James) Wood of Waynesville and Karen (Jerry) Hughes of Westminster, SC; 6 Grandchildren-
Tammy (Steven) Ott, Cindy (John) Williamson, Ben (Amy) Riddling, Christina Dordal, Jamie Wood and Cheryl
Hopkins; 14 Great Grandchildren- Jordan Israel, Jeanna ( John) Thomas, Aaron (Kristen) Israel, Michelle
Israel, Melanie Israel, Josh Williamson, Brett (Marie) Williamson, Justin Dordal, Taylor Dordal, Isaac
Riddling, Isabelle Riddling, Alexis Riddling, Elizabeth Schum, Anna Grace Wood; 4 Great Great Grandchildren-
Ainsley Kovack, Jackson Thomas, Julia Thomas, Jacob Israel

Graveside Services will be held 1:00 PM Monday May 20, 2013 at Wike Cemetery in Cullowhee, NC. A Memorial
Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cullowhee Fire and
Rescue, PO Box 2470, Cullowhee,NC 28723.

Via beth 10:30 AM 5/19/2013, slightly edited from:
http://appalachianfuneralservices.com/online-obituary/2013-05-althea-jean-hendry/10048966

ANN MARIE ACUFF (HICKS) (FMHS 1943) July 13, 2012

(1924 - 2012)

Ann Marie Hicks (nee Acuff) passed away July 10, 2012 under the care of Hospice of Palm
Beach County at the Lee Residence in West Palm Beach. Born and raised in Ft. Myers to
Elbert S. and Una Mary Acuff, she was the third of four children. Ann Marie is survived by
her sisters, Collene (FMHS 1940) Huddlestun (Tampa) and Mary Charles (FMHS 1947) Chernin.

While Buckingham Air Field was training young aviators during World War II, she met John
F. "Jack" Hicks at a USO dance. After a long distance courtship, she married him on June 23,
1945. After a short career as a civilian, in 1947, Jack re-inlisted into the Army Air Corps.
For the next 18 years she was an Air Force wife and mother of three; Jackie Chesney,
Mary Helen Sakellarios and David Hicks. Jack retired from the Air Force in 1964, and
then pursued a career as an engineer for Bendix Field Engineering, first in Ft. Myers
and later in Maryland. Ann Marie traveled with Jack in the United States, South America
and Europe. While enjoying traveling, she was glad to return to Ft. Myers in 1985.

She relished time with her family, her friends, and with her church family at Central
United Methodist where she was a life-time member. Ann Marie was an accomplished
homemaker and was very talented in cooking, sewing, and gardening. She shared these
talents with family, church and friends. While thoroughly enjoying her three grandsons,
she also acted as an honorary grandmother to the children of neighbors (the Hendersons
and the Kellys) and any child who happened to cross her path. She was a member of the
Hibiscus Society, the Pioneer Club and served as President of the United Methodist
Women.

Ann Marie is survived by her three children; Jackie (FMHS 1966) and her husband Lloyd
Chesney, Mary Helen Sakellarios (FMHS 1968) , David Hicks (FMHS 1971) and his wife, Lou
Etta, and two grandsons, Peter Sakellarios and Jeremy Hicks. She also was "Aunt Weesie"
to Sandy (Huddlestun) Rawe, Hal Huddlestun, Susan (Huddlestun) Range, Leslie (Chernin)
Morreale, Nancy (Chernin) Romstadt, Betsy (Chernin) Vereb, Kathleen (Huddlestun) Robertson
and their spouses and children. Ann Marie is preceeded in death by her husband, John and
her grandson Daniel Sakellarios.

==PICTURE==

Services will be held Monday, July 16 at Harvey Engelhardt Funeral Home. Services
will be conducted by Dr. Jeff DeYoe of Covenant Presbyterian Church. Donations may
be made in her name to the Hospice of Palm Beach County (hpbc.com) or the National
Alzheimer's Association (alz.org). Visit www.harvey-engelhardt.com to leave a
condolence for the family.

Via Beth, JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

MCDANIEL, BARBARA JOAN "BOBBIE JO" (DANIELS) (FMHS 1955) January 6, 2013

Bobbie Jo Daniels passed away on Christmas Eve. She was a lifelong resident of Fort Myers and is
survived by her husband, Frank; children: Alan Daniels, Kimberlee Schulze, and Brenda McKenzie;
and grandsons: Grant Williams, Glades and Griffin McKenzie. She is also survived by her sister
Jackie (Bill) Mills and brother Dawson (Georgianna) McDaniel. She was preceded in death by her
parents, Dawson and Etta McDaniel.

Through the years, Bobbie worked to support her family in their endeavors - with her father in
his political career; with her husband at South Marine Supply; and with her son at The Perfect
Setting. She participated in many community activities including the Edison Pageant, Fort Myers
Women's Community Club, and Junior League. She also devoted time to her church by planning many
special events.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 12,
2013, at Broadway Community Church, 3309 Broadway, in Fort Myers. Visitation will be at
10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial contribution to Hope Hospice,
9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908 or a charity of choice .

Via Beth, DEL, NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

ALLEN, ZALENE FRANCES (CARTER)(KNIPPER) (FMHS 1950) Dec 14 to Dec 16, 2011

The world has lost a truly lovely lady. our mother left this world on December
10, 2011, 3 days after her 80th birthday.

Born on December 7th, 1931 in Stuart, Florida, Zalene was the eldest of the
four daughters of George E. & Muriel Allen. Zalene graduated from Fort Myers
High School in 1950 and attended the University of Florida, where, as mom put
it, "minored in tennis and majored in men". She returned to Fort Myers where
she fell in love with and married Donald Dale Carter. Her son Donald Dale
Carter, Jr. was born in 1954. Tragically, her husband died in 1955. She theN
married A. J. "Dutch" Knipper and was blessed with her second child Katherine
S. Knipper in 1958.

Zalene was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother and
recently great-grandmother. She was a selfless caregiver, homemaker, pilot,
real estate agent, bookkeeper, business partner and friend to all.

She is survived by her sisters, Jackie A. Wilson (FMHS 1955) and Jerry A.
Choate; brother in-laws Edward F. Wilson, Sr. and Wally Ryerson; cousin Bill
Harvey; son Donald D. Carter, Jr.; daughter Katherine S. Knipper; grandsons
Donald D. Carter, III (wife Brianne) and Christopher S. Carter; granddaughter
Ashley J. Hart (husband Adam); great granddaughter Jillian Carter; special
niece & caregiver Tracey R Palmer (husband David); special nephew Edward F.
Wilson, Jr. (wife Barbara), plus many other nieces & nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George E. & Muriel Allen; husbands,
Donald D. Carter, Sr. & A. J. "Dutch" Knipper; and sister Katherine A. Ryerson.

==PICTURE==

Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of Zalene's life on
Saturday December 17, 2011 at 11:15 am at Hodges-Kiser Funeral Home, 9231
Cypress Lake Dr., Fort Myers. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to
Hope Hospice

Via NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

HOUSEMAN, BRADLEY DAVID "BRAD" (FMHS 1986) Dec 29 to Dec 31, 2011

Bradley David Houseman, 43, passed peacefully in his sleep on December 25, 2011.
Brad was born August 22, 1968 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. At age 4 he moved to
Ft. Myers. He attended Orangewood Elementary, Ft. Myers Middle School and
graduated from Ft. Myers High School in 1986. Brad excelled in playing baseball,
swimming, scuba diving, golfing, hunting and fishing. Brad was on the golf team
at Edison Community College, attended Texas Christian University and received
his degree from University of South Florida. He became a PGA golf professional.
Brad loved life. He lived in the moment, to the fullest and with a carefree
spirit.

Brad is survived by his mother Carol DeVore Donaldson (FMHS 1955) of Ft. Myers
Florida, his father David Ellsworth Houseman (Page) of Chattanooga Tennessee,
brother Randall "Randy" Houseman (FMHS 1984) of Sarasota Florida, brother Dr.
Bryan Houseman (Jessica) of York, Pennsylvania, and sister Betsy Houseman of
Las Vegas, Nevada. Brad had many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family
throughout the country. He leaves behind many friends in Southwest Florida.

==PICTURE==

Brad's memorial service for family and friends will be held Saturday, December
31st, 2011, 11:00AM at 1308 Rio Vista, Ft. Myers, Fl 33901. Flowers and
condolences may be sent to the same address.

Via Beth, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

DURRANCE, BOBBY (FMHS 1947) Sept 18, 2013

Bobby Durrance, 84, of North Ft. Myers, passed away on September 18, 2013. He was the son of the late Robert
Lee Durrance and Corice Carlton Durrance. He was the 3rd of three children. He was also preceded in death by
his first wife Norah Edith Brown Durrance (FMHS 1947).

He graduated from Ft. Myers High School in 1947 and began his career as a Chef, which became his lifelong
occupation. He worked at the Snack House for 42 years retiring in 1991. Following retirement he enjoyed
traveling in his motor home and enjoyed their grandchildren. He was a member of Bayshore Community Chapel
and served as a deacon in the Baptist Church. Bobby was a past president of Good Sam's Club.

In his travels he spread the word through gospel song. In 2000 he proudly formed "The Durrance Boys" with
his son, grandson and great-grandson.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Jane; his sons, Mike (FMHS 1969) (Julie) Durrance, Pat
(FMHS 1971) (Maria) Durrance and Lee (FMHS 1961) (Susan) Durrance; his grandchildren, Angela (FMHS 1993)
(Paul) Nader, Rob (FMHS 1997) (Stacy) Durrance, Steven (FMHS 1975) (Gerta) Durrance, Ryan (Nikki) Durrance,
Jennifer Durrance, Jason (Aiesha) Durrance, Father Joseph Fowler, and Jordan (Kinue) Fowler; great-
grandchildren, Austin Durrance, Jordan Nader, Kaleb Durrance, Cory Nader, Steven Durrance, Madison Brown,
Kiley Durrance, Jaxon Durrance, Jude Fowler, Kaden Fowler, Aza Fowler, Addison Fowler.

==PICTURE==

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 28, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Bayshore Community Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Hope Hospice of Lee County.

The family is being assisted by Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

Published in The News-Press on September 25, 2013

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Via JMM, Tena, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

BARBARA (WARNER)(JOHNSON) (FMHS 1964) Sunday Nov 18 2012

Ms. Barbara Oldham Johnson of Newnan passed away on November 15, 2012.

Ms. Johnson is survived by her daughter, Sarah Harris and her husband, Jeremie, of
Newnan; sons, Rob Warner of Chester, VA, Doug Warner and his wife, Gabriela, of
Anchorage, AK, Brian Warner of CO; sister, Pamela Pressgrove and her husband, Stan,
of Bolling [sic] Green, KY; and 6 grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

A private service will be arranged by her family.

Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at www.parrottfuneralhome.com .

In lieu of flowers those desiring may make donations to a charity of your choice.
Parrott Funeral Home and Crematory, 770-964-4800.

Via Bob Goss
Slightly edited, from Newnan Times-Herald,Newnan GA

GILMORE, BETTY JO (HOBBY)(BROWN) (FMHS 1956) Aug 20 to Aug 22 2014

(1939 - 2014)

Betty Jo Hobby Brown, age 74, of LaBelle, passed away August 15, 2014
in Cape Coral.

She was born Sep. 29, 1939 in Fort Myers, FL, to the late William Delbert
and the late Buena Maye (Carson) Gilmore. Betty Jo was a lifelong resident
of the area and graduated from Fort Myers High School. She attended First
Christian Church in LaBelle.

Survivors include her son: Duane Gerald (Tracie) Hobby of LaBelle, daughter:
Cynthia Exum of Illinois, brother: David (Cathy) Keen of Matlacha,
grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews. She was preceded in
death by her husband: Kenny Brown and sisters: Louise Plunkett (FMHS 1955)
and Carolyn Gurri (FMHS 1961) .

==PICTURE==

Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 23, 2014, 10:00 am at First
Christian Church, LaBelle with Pastor W. T. Maddox Jr. officiating.
Interment will follow in Ortona Cemetery, Moore Haven. Visitation will be
Friday from 5-7 p.m. at Akin-Davis Funeral Home, LaBelle, FL. Memorial
donations can be made to First Christian Church in LaBelle.

Arrangements by
Akin-Davis Funeral Home
560 East Hickpochee Ave
LaBelle, FL 33935-5072
863-675-2125

Via Beth, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

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COOK, CECIL LLOYD "SONNY" COOK (FMHS 1943) May 5, 1997

Cecil Lloyd "Sonny" Cook (1924-1997)

Cecil Lloyd "Sonny" Cook, a native of Fort Myers, died on
Saturday, May 3, 1997, at his home with his family at his
bedside. He was 72 years old.

Sonny, the son of Gaitha Gaineville and Anna Belle (Hughes)
Cook, was born in Fort Myers on September 30,1924. He
attended Fort Myers High School and was the sports editor
of the school paper, "The Tidal Wave". Upon graduation in
1943, he was inducted into the U. S. Army and served as an
operation staff sergeant in the 172nd Regiment of the Winged
Victory Division during World War II. On September 28, 1945,
just two days before his 21st birthday, he was awarded the
Silver Star, the nation's third highest military award, "for
gallantry in action against the enemy." The award was
presented by Major-General Leonard F."Red" Wing at a formal
ceremony in Luzon in the Philippines. At a later date,
Sonny was also presented with the Bronze Star "for
meritorious achievement in ground combat against armed enemy
during World War II"

After his service in the Army, Sonny attended the University
of Florida and was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He
graduated with a degree in business and insurance
administration and returned to his hometown of Fort Myers
to work for many years as an independent insurance agent.
His clientele included a few notable personalities. He
insured an airplane for Bob Maytag, a boat for Virginia
Lewis, the daughter of mine workers' labor leader John L.
Lewis, a restaurant for Peter Pulitzer (now the Veranda
Restaurant on Second Street), and a marina for Andy Fowler.

Sonny was active in local and national politics and was
recognized for his efforts on a number of occasions. He
was awarded an honorary Lt.Colonel commission in the
Alabama State Militia in 1972 by Governor George C.
Wallace for his stance on states' rights. In 1979, he
was presented a Certificate of Appreciation plaque
by the Council for Inter-American Security for his
participation in the Panama Canal Debate of 1976-78.
During this time, a telephone call inviting Sonny to an
important meeting in Washington, D.C., created
quite a stir when the caller was identified as movie
legend, John Wayne.

Sonny was an avid sportsman. He co-founded the Fort
Myers Rod & Gun Club in the 1950s, and served as
President for nine years. The new club house was
dedicated to him, and he was given a lifetime honorary
membership.

Fraternally, Sonny was a long time member of the American
Legion Post No. 38, the Elks Lodge No 1288, Noah Lodge No.
357, F.&A.M., Scottish Rite, York Rite, and Araba Temple.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Bennett (FMHS
1951) Cook, his brother George Cook, and sister, Pearl
Stewart. He is survived by three sisters, Ruby (FMHS 1935)
(Red) Paulk, Sybil (FMHS 1939) (Allan) Ellis, and Anita
(FMHS 1949) (Fred) Dettman, all of Fort Myers, Fla.;
three children, Betti Joan Cook(FMHS 1972) Johnson
(Clearwater, Fla.), Kathleen Cook (FMHS 1973) (Evanston,
Ill.), and Cecil Lloyd Cook, Jr. (Fort Myers, Fla.);
three grandchildren, Christopher Johnson, Amy Johnson,
and Caitlin Johnson, all of Clearwater, Fla.; and many
beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

==PICTURE==

Services will be held in the Anderson Funeral Home, 3654
Palm Beach Blvd., on Tuesday, May 6, 1997, at 1:30 p.m.,
conducted by his cousin, Rev. John C. Pickens. In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope
Hospice of Fort Myers to whom the family will be forever
grateful...

Via Kathleen. Slightly edited, from the FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, MONDAY, MAY 5, 1997

==PICTURE==

The family will receive friends Saturday, November 13, 2010, 3 PM,
followed by a memorial service at 4 PM at Davis-Struempf Funeral
Home and Crematory, Austell, GA. Memories and condolences may be
made at www.davis-struempf.com.

Davis-Struempf Funeral Home
1975 E-W Connector SW Austell, GA 30106
(770) 944-2900

Slightly edited from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Oct. 18, 2010

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WHIGHAM, KAREN TRACY (BRITTS) (FMHS 1979) Dec 28, 2014

12/24/2014

Karen Whigham Britts passed away December 24, 2014 at her home in
Peoria, AZ at age 53 of breast cancer. Karen was born September
28, 1961 in Fort Myers. She graduated from Ft. Myers High in 1979
and received her bachelors degree from Mars Hill College, Mars
Hill, NC in 1983. She is survived by her parents Dwight and Sandra
Whigham, her husband Jeffery Britts, her sons Jacob (Joanna) and
Joshua Hale , all of Peoria, AZ, her step-daughters, Jamie (Jason)
Mascarenas of Ft. Collins, CO, Brenda White of Peoria, AZ, two
grandchildren, Presley and Easton White and her brother Michael
(Jeanie) of Jacksonville, Fl. Cremation was chosen. A family
gathering will be held in Arizona to celebrate her life.

==PICTURE==

Florida Cremations Services LLC
12830 NW 42nd Ave Opa Locka, FL 33054
786-507-7288

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LEWIS, DENARIUS ROBERT (FMHS 1994) August 6, 2013

Denarius Robert Lewis, 37, Fort Myers, died 08-02-2013.

==PICTURE==

Arrangements: James C. Boyd Funeral Home

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JAMES B "JIM" JR (FMHS 1963) March 29, 2013

(1945-2013)

James B. Siford, Jr., of West Palm Beach, FL, passed away on March 26, 2013 at the age of 68. Born in
Cleveland, OH, he was the son of James & Lois Siford. James worked in TV and radio as an announcer and
disc jockey as well as a Broadway actor. He was very active in his church and was a Grand Knight with
the Knights of Columbus in both Arizona and Maryland.

Left to cherish James' memory is his son, Christopher (Chieko) Siford, daughter, Dawn (Jeff) Bailey,
grandchildren, Maiya Siford, Alex Vieira , sister, Catherine (Eugene) Tankersley, brother, David (Trish)
Siford, mother Lois Siford, and many nieces and nephews.

==PICTURE==

A visitation will be held at Palms West Funeral Home, 110 Business Park Way, Royal Palm Beach, FL
on Tuesday, April 2nd, from 11 am until 12:30 pm. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held at Our Lady
Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church at 1:00 pm, following the visitation. Burial will take place on
Wednesday, April 3rd, at Mansion Memorial Park in Ellenton, FL.

Palms West Funeral Home & Crematory
Royal Palm Beach, FL (561) 753-6004
www.palmswestfuneralhome.com

Via TH, Dave, Published in The News-Press on March 29, 2013

BITTICK, LOUVA ELLEN "PEGGY" (PRESNELL) FMHS 1943 Aug 9, 2012

PRESNELL, Louva B. "Peggy," 87, of Tampa, passed away Sunday, August 5,
2012. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Presnell; brother, Emmet
Bittick (FMHS 1947); daughter and son-in-law, Sharyn and Mark Crowder;
grandchildren, Tristin, Tanya, Edward, Elizabeth; and great-
grandchildren, Ashley, Maria and William.

==PICTURE==

Services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, August 11, 2012, at
Manhattan Ave United Methodist Church, 4511 South Manhattan Avenue,
Tampa, FL 33611.

Published in TBO.com on Aug. 9, 2012

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AYDELETTE, CHARLES BROWN "CHICK/CHIC" (FMHS 1960)

CHARLES B. AYDELETTE

GREENSBORO NC

Charles (Chic) Aydelette died February 25, 2014. He was born
March 3, 1940 in Greensboro to the late W.B. (Dub) and Peggy
Molen Aydelette. He is survived by wife, Sally Sink Aydelette;
daughters, Kim Stillson and Laurie Aydelette; son, Charles B.
Jr., and two grandchildren; brothers, W.M. "Bill" Aydelette
(FMHS 1957)(Judy), J.T. "Tommy" Aydelette (FMHS 1961), R.J.
"Rob" Aydelette (FMHS 1963)(Charmaine) and friend "Butch"
Heathcote.

Chic was a Greensboro Senior Alumni and graduated Fort Myers,
FL High School where he was an outstanding swimmer and gridder.
He was the First -2nd generation player for Bob Jamison in
1958 after his father (an All-State on the 1936 State Champions).
He was a Marine veteran with his name honored at Parris Island
Museum for his firing range record. His passion was fishing and
hunting and he competed in the Bass Tournament circuit for years.
He was a heavy equipment rep. for Covington and Caterpillar,
later a partner with Southern Logging Equipment.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 13th at
Morehead United Methodist Church, 3214 Horsepen Creek Road,
Greensboro.

Via Beth, slightly edited, from the Greensboro NC News-Record

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MORRIS, CARL KING "BUCK" JR (FMHS 1946) June 6 to June 7, 2014

June 02, 2014

Carl King "Buck" Morris, Jr., 86, of Sanford, Florida, died June 2, 2014.
He started first grade in a one room school on Sanibel Island, Florida,
was a member of Fort Myers Senior High School class of 1946, and served
in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII.

Buck was Scout Master for Boy Scouts of America, Troop 87 in the 1960s.
In 1985 he retired after working twenty years at Overseas Motors, then
the Fort Myers Volkswagen dealership. Earlier Buck was a rancher and
owned "Buck's Poultry", a commercial egg farm and distributorship. In
2008 he moved from North Fort Myers to Sanford, Florida.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Jeanette McAuley Morris (FMHS 1947),
daughters Lisa Morris of Sanford, FL and Kimberly (FMHS 1964) (Ted) Evans
of Uvalde, TX; son Carl K. Morris III of Cape Canaveral, FL; brother Robert
E. (FMHS 1945)(Jean)(FMHS 1947) Morris of Rabun Gap, Georgia; two grand-
daughters: Leeann (Dustin) Carter and Kimberly Evans (Andres) Gonzalez-Ariza;
three step-granddaughters: Katelyn (Stan) Derby, Kristal Kulick and Kinsey
Kulick; brother-in-law Barry (FMHS 1954) (Sandra) McAuley; daughter-in-law
Deborah Kulick, widow of Kevin Kulick; and numerous nieces and nephews, also
his four-footed friend Buddy.

"Buck" was preceded in death by his first wife, Lahleet McWilliams (FMHS
1946) Morris; parents Carl and Clara Morris; son, Richard W. Morris; brothers
William R. Morris and Thomas P. Morris; sister Clara "Dolly" Colcord (FMHS
1942) ; stepchildren Kevin Kulick and Karen Kulick, also his four-footed
pal Tipper.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 7, 2014, 2:00-4:00 P.M.,
at the Chapel of Hope Hospice House, 2430 Diplomat Parkway East, Cape
Coral, FL 33909, with Chaplain Steve Horner officiating. The family
will receive friends at 2:00 P.M. for the hour prior to the 3:00 P.M.
service time. For those wishing to remember Buck, the family suggests
memorials to the charity of your choice .

Via Jeanette, slightly edited from The News-Press from June 6 to June 7, 2014

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SAVAGE, BRYAN JOHN (FMHS 1962) August 3, 2012

July 27, 2012

Bryan J. Savage age 68, a well known general contractor and developer
in Lee County died July 27, 2012 after a gallant battle with cancer.

Bryan left behind his loving wife Cynthia Pledger Savage, Mother Betty
Pelas Savage, father John Savage, sister Sharon F. Savage (FMHS 1964),
predeceased brother Joel Savage (FMHS 1967); Nephews - Sean Savage
(FMHS 1989), Michael Sanders (FMHS 1970), Matthew Pledger, Blake
Pledger, Clayton Niedermeyer; Nieces- Deni Treigle, Cydney Niedermeyer,
Carly Niedermeyer. As well as his 5 dogs he loved dearly.

Bryan was born on May 26, 1944 in New Orleans LA, shortly after birth
moving to his life long residency in Florida. He lived in Gainesville,
Arcadia, Wachula, and later moving to Fort Myers in 1953 where he
lived until his death.

He attended St. Frances School and graduated from Fort Myers High
School. He served in the Army Military Police in Vietnam during Tiet
and was twice awarded the Bronze Star Medal.

He loved the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. His dock was always open
for the neighborhood kids to fish. He was a Life Member of the National
Rifle Association, and he shared his knowledge of guns and gun safety
with all of his nephews.

Bryan was a rock solid good man who lived his life while exuding
generosity, strength, guidance and honesty to all who met and knew
him. He had a kind heart and always looked to lend a helping hand.
Bryan will be missed by all who knew him.

==PICTURE==

According to his wishes there will be no services.

In Memory of Bryan's life donations can be made to

Dog Rescue "W.O.O.F.F. " P. O. Box 62250, Fort Myers, FL 33902.

Via: Beth, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

GILMORE, BETTY JO (HOBBY)(BROWN) (FMHS 1956) Aug 20 to Aug 22 2014

(1939 - 2014)

August 15, 2014

Betty Jo Hobby Brown, age 74, of LaBelle, passed away August 15, 2014
in Cape Coral.

==PICTURE==

Arrangements:
Akin-Davis Funeral Home
560 East Hickpochee Ave
LaBelle, FL 33935-5072
863-675-2125

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GATES, MARY ELIZABETH (DEWEY) (FMHS 1946)

Mary Gates Dewey passed away on December 7, 2013 after an extended illness.

Mary called Athens County (OH) home for the last 33 years, much of it spent
living "off the grid" and well off the beaten path where she set up her
ceramics studio and willed herself to make a living on her artwork. She did
just that, creating the beloved ceramic cats for which she is so well-known,
as well as lesser-known ceramic sculptural work.

Mary's art career began when she finished her degree in painting from the
Cleveland Art Institute, but was set aside to marry and raise a family.
She discovered her love of ceramics while her husband taught at the
University of Alabama in the early 60s, although she continued her work
in the 2-dimensional plane until the 70s when she began working almost
exclusively in clay.

While living in Zanesville, Ohio, Mary opened a studio and gallery where
she taught classes and carried the work of other Ohio artists. In
Zanesville Mary also discovered her activist self, where she became very
outspoken on women's issues and equality. She remained very politically
active throughout her later life.

After leaving Zanesville, Mary taught ceramics and sculpture for a couple
of years at Muskingum College in central Ohio before finally settling in
her beloved hills around Athens, Ohio.

Mary leaves behind a daughter, Robin Dewey (Matt Rapposelli) of Athens,
a son Bob Dewey (Jamie) of Athens, brother Louis Gates (FMHS 1935) and
sister-in-law Jane, both of Spokane, Washington, nieces Shelby Cutter
(Dennis) of Spokane, Washington and Susan Polizzi (Steve) of Wenatchee,
Washington, nephew Rick Lawrence of Bethel, Vermont, and many more
family members and close friends too numerous to name. She cherished all.

==PICTURE==

A public memorial will be held at the Dairy Barn Arts Center in Athens,
Ohio on Sunday, March 30 from 3-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, it is
suggested that a donation be made to your local hospice program or to
the Dairy Barn Arts Center. (Dairybarn.org)

http://www.athensnews.com/ohio/article-41387-mary-gates-dewey.html

EPPLER, CAROL KAY (ACITELLI) (FMHS 1958) Aug. 3, 2014

July 31, 2014

Carol K. Acitelli, 74, of Fort Myers, passed away Thursday,
July 31, 2014. She was born January 1, 1940 in Pontiac, MI
and moved to Fort Myers in 1957. She graduated from Fort
Myers High School in 1958. She retired from Lee County
School District and was a Headstart Assistant School
Teacher for over 25 years.

Mrs. Acitelli leaves to cherish her memory, her children:
Julie Rahn and her husband, Dr. Will Rahn of Summerville,
SC and Anthony Acitelli and his wife, Carrie of Minneapolis,
MN; her grandchildren: Justin Gravlee, Antonio, Luciano
and Isabella Acitelli. Also surviving is her brother,
George Eppler (FMHS 1960) and wife, Anne of Tallahassee.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Acitelli
in 2001.

==PICTURE==

Friends will be received from 6 - 8 PM Tuesday, August 5,
2014 at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to
Lee County Humane Society at: www.leecountyhumane.org.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers
Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort
Myers, FL 33907, 239-936-0555.

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SCATURRO, ANDREW CHARLES "ANDY" FMHS 1949 25 Apr 2013

Andrew "Andy" Charles Scaturro age 81 of Acworth, GA., formerly of Ft.
Myers Beach, passed away on April 22, 2013. Funeral services will be
held 2:00pm Saturday, April 27, 2013 from the chapel of Winkenhofer
Pine Ridge Funeral Home in Kennesaw, GA. He graduated from Ft. Myers
Senior High School in 1949, and was a Lee County Pioneer.

Andrew was preceded in death by his parents, Sal and Jo Scaturro. He
graduated from Florida Southern College, with a B.S. degree in 1958.
Andrew was a Theta Chi. He served in the U.S.Army, as a paratrooper,
from 1950-53 with the 11th Airborne Division, and the 1st Special
Forces Group Airborne from 1964-67. Andrew lived for many years in
Tampa, FL., and then moved to Atlanta, GA. in 1970.

He attended John Marshall University where he obtained a LLB. law
degree. Andrew worked for many years for Life of Georgia Insurance,
in their home office in Atlanta, till he retired. He was a member
with the VFW, DAV and the VVA. Mr. Scaturro is survived by his sons,
Jeff Scaturro, Andrew Scaturro, Michael Scaturro; daughters,
Barbara Linder, Jodi Scaturro; sister, Martha Williams (FMHS 1959);
and 11 grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

The family will receive friends Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 1pm
until 2pm at the funeral home. Mr. Scaturro will be laid to rest
in the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton on Monday, April 29,
2013 at 10:00am.

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KEENE, ANDREW C (FMHS 1979) 16 JUL 2014

July 3, 2014

Andrew C. Keene, 52, passed away July 3, 2014 following a long illness.
Andrew was born on December 16, 1961 in Fort Myers. He was graduated from
Fort Myers High School in 1979 and received his AA from Edison State
College. Andrew is survived by his mother Sharon Keene (FMHS 1956),
sister Sandy Keene (FMHS 1977), brother Tim Keene (FMHS 1983) and wife
Jennifer (FMHS 1980), and niece and nephews Tamara Crouse, Chris Ens,
Cameron Keene, Cayden Keene, and Kyle Keene.

==PICTURE==

Graveside services will be held Saturday morning, July 19th, at 10 am
at the Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

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HARRISON, ERNEST AUBRY "ERNIE/BLACKIE" (FMHS 1968) July 4, 2014

(1928 - 2014)

Aubry "Blackie" Harrison of Punta Gorda and formerly of Fort Myers,
Florida passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 with his loving family
at his side. He was 86 years old.

Mr. Harrison was born on February 20, 1928 in Cairo, Georgia, the
proud son of Lossie (Vickers) and Thomas Harrison. He relocated
to Fort Myers as a child and later attended Fort Myers High School
prior to starting his 40 year career as a supplier of Anheuser-
Busch products with Tedder Distributors. During that time he was
fortunate to marry the love of his life, Virginia (Stokes), and
together they raised six wonderful children. Mr. Harrison was
active in his community and became a longtime supporter and member
of the Lions Club. He was a devoted Christian who attended McGregor
Baptist Church.

Aubry leaves to cherish his loving memory his wife Virginia; daughters
Marjorie Wicks (Laverne), Sandra Hicks (Larry), Karen Riggs and Linda
Bonhoff (David); his sons Aubry B. Harrison Jr. (Jeanelle) and Terry S.
Harrison (Carol); 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. He also
leaves behind a brother Pete Harrison and a sister Jerlene Dixon and a
favorite pal, Benji, his faithful dog. Sadly, he was predeceased by his
son Jerry, his parents, brothers A.E. Harrison and Merle J. Harrison
and grandchildren Kenny, Kimberly and Jamey.

==PICTURE==

A Visitation will be conducted from Noon to 2:30 PM on Saturday, July 5,
2014 in the Chapel at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589
Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555. A
Memorial Service will thereafter be celebrated at 2:30 PM by Pastor
James Holbrook. At the conclusion of services, family and friends will
then recess to adjacent Memorial Gardens Cemetery where Mr. Harrison
will be laid to rest.

Those who wish to offer condolences to the family at this difficult
time are urged to visit Mr. Harrison's memorial webpage at
www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign the guestbook

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HARRISON, EMMETT CARROLL (FMHS 1949) July 22, 2014

August 19, 1931 July 22, 2014

Funeral services for Emmett C. Harrison, 82, of Tallahassee, FL and Whigham, GA,
are at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 25, 2014, at Calvary United Methodist Church,
Calvary, GA. Rev. Wayne McDonald will officiate. Services will conclude in the
church. Interment will be in Harrison Cemetery #1, Whigham, GA. Mr. Harrison
passed away at his home in Tallahassee, FL, on Tuesday, July 22, 2014.

Active pallbearers will be Dan Jones, Jerome Dixon, Mitch Harrison, Tyler
Harrison, Don Lovins and Jerry Collins.

Mr. Harrison was born on August 19, 1931, in Calvary, GA, to the late Hadley
Thomas Harrison and Mattie Mae Johnson Harrison. He attended school at Fort
Myers High School and graduated from Cairo High School. After completing a
term of service in the U.S. Army with the 10th Special Forces Group, he
enrolled at Florida State University where he earned a degree in Business
Administration. He owned and operated the Credit Bureau of Tallahassee and
the Credit Bureau of Grady County Georgia. He was very active in the
industry where he served as President of the Associated Credit Bureaus of
Florida, Associated Credit Bureaus of the Southeast, and as Chairman of the
Board of Associated Credit Bureaus, the international association. After
retiring in 1986, he returned to his family farm in Grady County, GA and
operated the farm until his passing. On October 14, 1983, he married
Billie Pritchett Harrison, who survives. He was a member of Calvary United
Methodist Church in Calvary, GA.

Survivors include: wife, Billie Pritchett Harrison of Tallahassee, FL;
children, Emmett "Buddy" C. Harrison, Jr. of Tallahassee FL, Tom Harrison
(Tammy) of Tallahassee FL, Tommy Norris of Atlanta GA, Greg Norris of Port
Saint Joe, FL, Sherry King of Olive Branch, MS; grandchildren, Mitchell
B. Harrison (Lesley) of Tallahassee FL; Tyler H. Harrison (Laurie) of
Tallahassee FL, Ashley T. Harrison of Tallahassee, FL, Derek Norris
(Deanna) of Gainesville, FL; Jeannie Cunningham of Olive Branch MS,
John Clark of Biloxi, MS, Blake Plummer of Biloxi, MS, Dakota Page of
Tallahassee, FL; great-grandchild, Audrey Dyle of Tallahassee, FL;
brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Frank Pritchett (Betty) of Cairo
GA, Jerry Pritchett (Verla) of Cairo, GA, Kay Hash (Joe) of Whigham,
GA, Suellen Hester of Cairo, GA, Beth Skaja of Whigham, GA; and a host
of extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorials may be made in Mr. Harrison's memory to: Calvary United
Methodist Church or Big Bend Hospice of Tallahassee.

==PICTURE==

The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Home on Thursday,
July 24, 2014, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

via Rosemarie DeLaunay Carr

http://www.clarkfuneral.com/obituaries/

Via Rosemarie DeLaunay Carr, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

TAYLOR, WILLIAM A "BILL" (FMHS 1968) 29 Apr 2012

April 22, 2012

William A. Taylor, long-time Fort Myers resident and real estate broker,
passed away on Sunday, April 22nd at Hope Hospice. He was 62. Bill was
preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Claude E.Taylor. He is
survived and will be deeply missed by his loving companion, Shelley
Magnaghi, his sisters Margaret (Ed) Sugg, Kitty (Rusty) Norman, Anne
(Tony) Valenti, his nieces, Cynthia Colbert, Kristin Biancardi, Jenna
Kirby and Maria Valenti, nephew, Nick Valenti and step-mother,
Lynne Taylor.

Bill was born in Martinsville, Virginia and moved to Fort Myers with his
family in 1960, just in time for Hurricane Donna. He graduated from Fort
Myers High School where he was Student Council President, Class President
and instrumental in the creation and building of the Student Union
Building. Bill graduated from Florida Southern College in Lakeland with
a B.A. degree and returned to Fort Myers to begin his real estate career.
He established William A. Taylor Associates, a residential and commercial
firm, in 1978. Bill served as President of the Fort Myers Realtor Associates,
District Vice President of the Florida Association of Realtors, State
President of the Florida Realtors Land Institute, National Regional
Governor of the National Realtors Land Institute and was voted Realtor
of the Year. Bill, always conscious of giving back to his community,
volunteered his time and services over the years to Neurofibromatosis
State Association, United Way, Edison State College Foundation, Relay
for Life, Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center, Lee County Library, Reading
Festival, and was Chairman of Jazz on the Green from 2001-2007, for the
benefit of Children's Charities of Southwest Florida. For his support
in the revitalization of the River District downtown, Mayor Randy
Henderson presented Bill with a key to the city of Fort Myers. Bill
was an accomplished photographer and enjoyed boating, fishing and jazz.

He loved Shelley, his family, and cherished the companionship of many
lifelong friends. We would like to thank the caring staff of both Hope
Hospice and Gulf Coast Medical Center. A memorial service in celebration
of Bill's life will be held on Friday, June 8 at 11 A.M. at First
Assembly of God Church, 4701 Summerlin Road.

Watch www.williamataylor.blogspot.com for details.

==PICTURE==

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hope Hospice, The
Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida Capital Fund, or the Claude
E. Taylor Memorial Scholarship at Edison State College. Arrangements
by National Cremation Society.

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MCGILL, JOSEPH EARL "JOE" (FMHS 1961) 30 Nov to 2 Dec 2011

Joseph Earl McGill, born July 23, 1943 in Fort Myers, Florida passed to a new
life on November 23, 2011 at Shands Hospital University of Florida. He graduated
from Fort Myers High School with the class of 1961. He was married to his high
school sweetheart, Judy Thomas (FMHS 1962) McGill. After graduation, he went to
work for the Florida Department of Transportation in the construction division.
If you cross over a bridge in southwest Florida there is a good possibility
that Joe had a part in its construction. He was active in the ministry of
Riverside Baptist Church and later at Crossroads Baptist Church. Joe loved
hunting in the Big Cypress Preserve and spending summers in the Great Smokey
Mountains.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Judy (FMHS 1962); daughter, Shelly
Foshee (Gray) and son Lance; Grandsons, Brit, Quinton, Jeret and Micah Foshee;
granddaughters, Hannah and Rachel Foshee; grandsons, Karjan and Bruce McGill;
Brother, Gerald McGill (Barbara); Sisters, Pat Barley (FMHS 1954), Hellon
Merrifield (Ken), and Donna Smith (Don); Brother-in-law Jimmy Thomas (Cam);
nieces, nephews and friends too numerous to mention. He was preceded in death
by his parents Ernest and Rheta McGill, sister Teresa * (FMHS 1966) Tanner
(Bert) and brother-in-law Joe Barley * (FMHS 1948).

==PICTURE==

A celebration of life will be held at 3 pm, December 3, 2011, at Crossroads
Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to:

Lung Transplant Program, Shands at UF,
Attn: Wendy Swafford, P.O. Box 100223,
Gainesville, Fl 32610;

The Bridge Youth Center
2128 Cleveland Ave.
Fort Myers, Fl 33901,

or a charity of your choice .

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AGENT, LINDA LEE (FMHS 1974) July 17 to July 19, 2014

July 4, 2014

Miss Linda Lee Agent was the daughter of the late George W. Sr. and Helen
Knight Agent.

Linda was a 1974 graduate of Fort Myers High School and attended Florida
A&M University, Tallahassee, FL

Linda is survived by 2 brothers George Agent, Jr. (Patricia), and Cornell
Agent (FMHS 1976). 1 sister Margaretta Agent (FMHS 1970). Nieces and Nephews:
Stacy Morgan, Asonya Rodriguez, Kenya Agent (FMHS 1992), Georgeal (FMHS 2003)
Bowman, Nikki Jewett, Isha Rayner, Willie Tyre, Jr., Kelby Tyre, DeJon Agent,
George Agent, III, Anigin Agent, Dwan Bosman, Demetric Soloman, Cory Agent.
Her Godsent Children Anthony and Toya Felston and Shawn and Kenia Shelton,
She leaves numerous grand nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

==PICTURE==

Funeral Services for Miss Linda Lee Agent will be held on Saturday, July 19th at
11:00am at New Image Tabernacle, 81 Pondella Rd., North Fort Myers, FL with Rev.
Alan B. Stockton officiating. Public viewing will be held on Friday evening from
5-8 pm at Hickson Funeral Home. 3308 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Fort Myers,
FL 33916. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetary, Fort Myers, FL.

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SMITH, NICOLE MARIE "NICKI" (KRATT) FMHS 1972 July 8 to July 10, 2014

June 20, 1954 - July 3, 2014

Nicki Kratt, 60, passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice of Cape Coral, FL. She
was born in Portsmouth, VA to the late Alfred E Smith and Marguerite C Travis
(Dan) of Blairsville, GA. Her memory will be cherished by her husband of 36
years Richard, son Aaron, brother Scott Smith, sister Margi Willis (Steve),
father-in-law Roy Kratt, mother-in-law Sophie Gundlesburger, sister-in-law
Meredith Rodgers (John), brother-in-laws Bob Kratt (Nancy), Gary Kratt, Ron
Kratt (Jenny), and many nieces and nephews.

Nicki's proudest accomplishment was being a loving mother to her son Aaron.
She loved bowling, sewing, word puzzles, and spending time with family. She
graduated from Fort Myers Senior High in 1972. The family will be having a
Celebration of Life to honor Nicki.

==PICTURE==

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TINER, JAMES E "BUNNY" FMHS 1945 June 26, 2014

1926 - 2014

June 23, 2014

James E." Bunny" Tiner, age 87, passed away Monday, June 23, 2014 in Fort Myers, FL.
He was born October 29, 1926 in Fort Myers, 3rd of 7 children to parents James
A. and Alice Brown Tiner. He was the grandson of Andrew J. & Jane Lamb Tiner
and William H. "Bill" Brown & Sarah Jane Jernigan Brown, all pioneer families
of S.W. Florida.

He attended Ft Myers High school and enlisted in the U.S. Navy on his 17th
birthday in 1943. He served 6 years as an aviation mechanic. In 1949 he
started his career with Florida Power & Light Co. and retired as a lineman
after 36 ½ years of service.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Billy, Paul and Harold.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years Inez (FMHS 1946), sons: Gary (Theresa)
and Mark (Beverly) daughter: Janice (Kevin), grandsons: Luke (Courtney),
Eric, Greg, Steven, Travis and Sean, granddaughters: Hollie (Steven), Rebekah
(Wyatt) and Jessica, sister: Madge (FMHS 1952) Bright Woodson (Frank),
brothers: Frank (Laura) and Jack. He also leaves behind numerous nieces,
nephews, cousins and many friends.

He loved spending time at his camp in the Everglades and especially loved
sharing it with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all
who knew him.

==PICTURE==

Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Fort Myers. Funeral services will
be held Friday, June 27, 2014, 9:30 am at Alva Cemetery in Alva with Rev.
Dennis Edgar officiating. Interment will follow in Alva Cemetery. Visitation
will be Thursday, June 26 from 6-8 p.m. at Akin-Davis Funeral Home,
13932 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers,

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PARKER, JUNETTA (ROBINSON) FMHS 1946 June 4, 2014

May 31, 2014

Junetta P. Robinson, 86, of Alva, FL, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2014 at
her home. A lifelong Florida resident, she was born March 3, 1928 in Fort
Myers, FL to the late Barry Parker and Maggie Mae Fine Parker. The youngest
of 10 children, she was preceded in death by her 7 sisters and 2 brothers.

Junetta worked 20+ years as an office manager with Darwin White Insurance Co.
She also worked 10 years as a Teacher's Aid and a Registrar at Alva
Middle School. She was committed to her church family at Alliance Church/
Christ Community Church where she served over 30 years as a Sunday school
teacher for 4/5 yr. olds and sang in the choir.

Junetta is survived by her husband of 47 years, David E. Robinson; her
daughter LaDonna K. Olson and her husband Mark J. Olson of Fort Campbell,
KY; 6 grandchildren, James M., Daniel D., Joshua C., John M., Sarah E.
and Anna M. Olson.

==PICTURE==

Visitation will be 6pm-8pm Friday, June 6, 2014 at Fort Myers Memorial
Gardens 1589 Colonial Blvd. Fort Myers. Funeral Services will be held
at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 7, 2014 at Christ Community Church 4050
Colonial Blvd. Fort Myers, FL. Interment will be in Fort Myers Memorial
Gardens Cemetery. Online condolences and remembrances may be made at
www.fortmyersmemorial.com

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BARTLESON, THOMAS HAMILTON "TOM/TOMMIE" (FMHS 1963) Feb 28, 2014

Thomas H. Bartleson, 68, of Fort Myers, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2014.
He was born March 21, 1945 in Fort Myers and has been a lifelong resident. He was
a U.S. Army veteran during the Vietnam War, a lifetime member of the VFW and a
member of Gulf Coast Church of Christ.

Mr. Bartleson leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 44 years, Diane H.
Bartleson; his children: Thomas H. Bartleson, II and his wife, Barbara Ann Salz
of North Fort Myers and Robert J. Bartleson and his wife, Kristie K., of
Niceville; his siblings: Mark Bartleson, Judy Pratt, Cookie Adams and Paul
Bartleson; his grandchildren: Victoria, Erik, Zachary and Taylor and his great
grandchildren: Kaitlyn and Matthew. He was preceded in death by his sister,
Judy Bartleson (FMHS 1957).

==PICTURE==

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Saturday at Fort Myers Memorial
Gardens Cemetery with military graveside rites conducted by the VFW. Friends will
be received from 6 - 8 PM Friday at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice of Lee
County, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens
Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907, 239-936-0555. Online
condolences may be made at: www.fortmyersmemorial.com.

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NAYLOR, WALLACE "BILLY" FMHS 1939 Dec. 13, 2013

Wallace "Billy" Naylor, 93, passed away December 10, 2013. Son of William and Bertha Naylor. He is
survived by his sister Mildred Sherrard (FMHS 1934), 95, son Wallace "Wally" Naylor, Jr.; daughter Sylvia
Carlson, daughter-in-law Pamela Pritchett Naylor. Grandchildren: Wallace Naylor, III, Angela Naylor,
John Naylor, James Jayden Loose Naylor, David W. Carlson, Misty Carlson, Shannon Carlson Lester,
William David Naylor, Jr. , Christopher Naylor, Ashby Naylor; Great Grandchildren: Victoria Naylor,
Caleb James Loose, Taylor Carlson, Scott Lester, Blake Lester.

He was born on April 1, 1920 in Cairo, GA and moved to Ft. Myers in 1922. In 1931 he witnessed Thomas
Edison cut the ribbon to the Edison Bridge on Fowler St. and when he was 13 he drove the car for
Doctor Johnson on his rounds. He completed High School, then joined the Navy in 1940. He and his
wife Bea first built and owned a drive-in eatery called "The Sky Lark" on old North 41. They later
sold that and from 1950-1960 owned the Snack Drive-in downtown on Heitman St. 1960-1970 they owned
the "Bee Hive", a very popular teen dance club and home base for their sons' very successful band
THE BEES. From 1954-1986 they owned Naylor Flower Farm and grew packed and shipped Gladioli. He was
a member of Florida Flower Association and was the exalted ruler of the Elks Club. He was very
knowledgeable about the history of Ft. Myers and so interesting to talk to because he knew almost
everyone back then. I don't know of anyone who ever had one bad word to say about him. He was a very
gentle, kind and caring person and will be greatly missed by those who knew him.

==PICTURE==

Memorial services will be held at 6:30 pm on Tuesday December 17, 2013 at the First Christian Church,
2061 McGregor Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL. Family and friends may sign the guest register by visiting
www.dignifiedcremations.com

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DART, SARAH "SKEETER" (FLAITZ)(FERRERO) (FMHS 1950) Dec 8, 2013

December 6, 2013

Sarah Dart Ferrero, age 81, of Fort White, died Friday Dec 6, 2013 in
Gainesville after an extended illness. She was born on April 10 in Jesup,
Georgia to Russell and Pauline Dart. She was affectionately called "Skeeter"
by her family and close friends, a nickname awarded her by Granddaddy DuBose
during the time she lived in St James City, FL as a child. She was raised in
numerous south Florida communities and graduated from Fort Myers High School
in 1950.

She spent her early adult years as an Air Force wife and mother, living on
Air Force bases around the country. She moved to the Fort White area in 1980
and was an active member of First United Methodist Church of High Springs.
Sarah was a choir member and loved to sing, garden, sew, work puzzles, play
cards, and cook. She was always willing to help others and she volunteered
at the Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast thrift shop in High Springs.

Sarah was preceded in death by her infant son Frank Patrick Flaitz, brothers
Maurice Elwood Dart, Edward Paul Dart (FMHS 1959), and granddaughter,
Kimberly Hope Flaitz. She is survived by brother, Russell (FMHS 1956) (Sue)
Dart, sister-in-law Bettie June Griffin (FMHS 1952) Dart, sons Mike (Beth)
Flaitz (FMHS 1969), Russ (Sandy) Flaitz, Alan Flaitz (FMHS 1976), 7
grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

Her funeral service will be held at First United Methodist Church of High
Springs on Monday December 9, 2013 @ Noon, with viewing 11am to noon, and
interment to follow at High Springs Cemetery, Reverend Benton Mangueira
officiating.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Stop! Children's Cancer,
2622 NW 43rd Street, Suite B3, Gainesville, FL 32606 or First UMC of High
Springs, PO Box 911, High Springs, Florida 32655.

Funeral arrangements by Milam Funeral Home, 311 South Main Street,
Gainesville, Florida 32601, (352) 376-5361

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PATTERSON, ROBERT BRUCE FMHS 1979 Oct. 23, 2013

October 18, 2013

Robert Bruce Patterson, 52, passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, of natural causes after a lifetime
defined by generosity and Christian humility.

He was a noble soul who bore the scourge of schizophrenia for more than 32 years. The disease
interrupted his education and his work in food service. He was born Aug. 11, 1961, in Philadelphia
and is a 1979 graduate of Fort Myers (Fla.) High School.

Despite his own ills, Bob was first to empty his pocket for someone else in need. He was warm and
witty; he loved to laugh, and hated going to the doctor. He worried about family and friends as
much as they did about him, and he adored his little dog MacMac. Bob had a keen intelligence,
delighted in history and football and in a juicy steak, and understood that the change we wish
to see in the world must begin with each of us.

Bob was a man of great faith, who believed all people of faith should act to care for the least
among us. He is no doubt rejoicing in spirit for having, at last, achieved his hard-earned
heavenly reward.

Bob is survived by his mother, Joan; brothers Don (spouse Cheryl) and Steven (May); sisters Karen,
Donna (Ron) and Debbie (Dennis); stepmother Maureen; aunt Eleanor; nieces and nephews Ryan,
Brittany, Michael, William, Melanie, Juliana, Will and Carolyn; and cousins, friends and others
touched by his warmth, humanity and resilience. His father, Don; grandparents Bill and Olive,
and Helen; and uncle Bill predeceased him.

NO PHOTO FOUND

Visitation is 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at Anderson-Patterson Funeral Chapel in Lehigh Acres, Fla.,
2701 Lee Blvd., with funeral at noon and interment to follow at Lee Memorial Park. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made in Bob's memory to your local food bank.

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BOWEN, TRENTON "PETE" (FMHS 1953) MAY 3, 1934 - OCT. 8, 2013

Pete was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 3, 1934, to Trenton and Pauline Bowen. He entered Heaven's
gates Tuesday, October 8. 2013 with family at his side.

Once out of school Pete joined the Army and after, married Genevieve Smith (FMHS 1954). They were
married on June 11, 1959. They were blessed with six children, 14 grandchildren and one
great-grandson.

Once retired, Pete found his new passion through involvement in the Southwest Florida Historical
Society. Pete walked closely with the Lord.

Although born in Ohio, Pete referred to himself as a Fort Myers native. Always sharing his wealth
of knowledge about Old Fort Myers. Pete, Brother, Husband, Dad, Grandpa, and friend: We love you!

Pete was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Deedee Bowen and June Bowen (FMHS 1950) Remy.
Pete is survived by Genevieve Bowen, his wife, children: Beverly (FMHS 1978), Cathy (FMHS 1980),
Trenton (FMHS 1981), Jennifer (FMHS 1983), Bonnie (FMHS 1985), Debra (FMHS 1995), and their
spouses, 14 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson; his brother Mike (FMHS 1954) (Marta) Bowen, nieces,
nephews, cousins and many, many friends.

==PICTURE==

In lieu of flowers, Pete would wish donations be made to the Southwest Florida Historical Society,
PO Box 1381, Fort Myers, FL 33902 or Fisher House at Bay Pines Hospital, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., St.
Petersburg, FL 33708. The service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 2438 Second St., Fort
Myers, FL on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013 at 2:00 PM.

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MAXEY, ERNEST EDWARD (FMHS 1949) 8 Jan 2014

January 4, 2014

Ernest Edward Maxey was a native Floridian born in Fort Myers
to Lillie and Charles Maxey on March 16, 1931. He grew up in Tice,
FL and graduated Ft. Myers High School in 1949. He was on the
Green Wave football team.

Ernest retired from FPL after 35 years. After retirement he enjoyed
traveling, gardening and continued his lifelong love of music,
singing and playing his harmonica. He is preceded in death by his
wife of 63 years, Patricia (Patricia Eloise Payne)(FMHS 1949), and
by son, Glen Armand (FMHS 1969) (Chody) Maxey in 2012. Surviving
are his children, Gregory (Jeanie) Maxey, Telisa Schwinghamer ,
Tara (Arpad) Szoboszlay, Jennifer (Richard) Doeberl; grandchildren,
Gregory, Ernest II, Nicole, Lane and Chane Maxey, Jeremy, Joshua,
Justin Schwinghamer, Jenna Gilreath, Katalin Szoboszlay, Lyndsay
and Wesley Wood, and Matthew Doeberl; great-grandchildren, Lucy,
Oliver, Kaleb, Kaylee, Jacob, Kinsley, Abigail and Lillie.

==PICTURE==

Arrangements are private. Donations to Hope Hospice.

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CRAWFORD, ROWENA ANN (CUTE) (FMHS 1976) 25 Apr to 27 Apr, 2014

(1957 - 2014)

Rowena Ann Cute of Ft. Myers, FL died on April 23, 2014, after a long
courageous battle with a brain tumor. She was born 8-9-57 in Orlando,
FL to Bob Crawford & Javeline Willis. Ann has lived in Ft. Myers since
1971 and graduated Ft. Myers High in 1976. She is survived by her
husband of 20 yrs. Ted Cute. Daughter Sarah L. Sykes & 2 sons, David
A. Stant Jr. & James R. Cute (FMHS 2002) all of Ft. Myers, mother, Javie Willis,
sisters Lynda (FMHS 1966) & Heather, brothers Bobby & Danny (FMHS 1979?).

==PICTURE==

A service will be held on Sat. 4-26-14 11:00 am at Hope Hospice, 9470
Health Park Cir. Main Ent. Room #B. In Lieu of flowers please send
donations to Hope Hospice.

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CAMPBELL, CLAUDE RICHARD "SOUP" (FMHS 1945) May 4, 2014

March 31, 2014

Claude Richard Campbell died Monday March 30, 2014 in St. Petersburg, Florida.
He was 88 years old. Claude was born November 27, 1925 to Claude and Wilhelmenia
(Byrd) Campbell in Marianna, Florida. He moved to Ft. Myers at one month of age
and was a lifelong resident. Claude was a graduate of Ft. Myers high school
where he was a five-letter man and co-captain of the football team. He attended
the University of Florida on a football scholarship, where he became a devoted
lifelong Gator fan. Claude served his country in World War II and was in the
82nd Airborne Division. He and his wife Susan (Scheiderer)(FMHS 1950) had 4
children. Claude is survived by William (FMHS 1969) (Lou Ann), Kenneth (FMHS
1972), and Susan (FMHS 1974) Nemitz (Rick). His son Robert (fmhs 1980) died
in January of this year. Claude's joy in life was his grandchildren and great-
grandchildren. He is survived by 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

The family will receive friends at the National Cremation Society, 3453
Hancock Bridge Pkwy in N. Ft. Myers, on Sunday May 25th from 12:00 - 2:00.
The family wishes to thank the many caring individuals of the VA health
system and especially Dr. Stephen W. Wener for his most excellent care for
Claude through-out his latter years.

He was laid to rest at Ft. Myers Memorial Gardens.

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OSTEEN, EVA LORRAINE (GILL)(HISLER) (FMHS 1936) 20 Apr 2014

(1918 - 2014)

Lorraine Osteen Gill Hisler, 96, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2014 at
Lee Memorial Hospital. She was a retired hairdresser of 40+ years working in her shop on
First Street in Fort Myers. Lorraine loved her pets, traveling, working needlepoint and
collecting antiques. A lifelong resident of Southwest Florida, she was born February 26,
1918 in Tice, FL to the late Lee Anzy Osteen and Eva Campbell Osteen. She was the youngest
of 7 children. She was preceded in death by her husbands, James Carlos Gill (1978) and
Charles Clifford Hisler (2008) and her siblings Osmond Osteen (FMHS 1924), Clarice Nowling
(FMHS 1926), Mildred Osteen (FMHS 1928), Alta Whitaker (FMHS 1931), Edith Hayman (FMHS
1933) and Donald Osteen.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her daughters, Susan Dianne (Jim) Prevatt and
Karla (John) Davis, 5 grandchildren, Karla (Steve) Kaufman, Susan (Ralph) Chastain, Jay
(Brittany) Prevatt, Matthew Davis and Steven Davis; and 4 great grandchildren, Ross
Chastain, Chad Chastain, Jimmy Prevatt and Kelsey Prevatt. She is also survived by nieces,
Beverly (Jeffrey) Desilets, Martha Jean (Randy) Way and her nephew, Tommy (Sharon) Nowling.

==PICTURE==

Visitation will be 1pm-2pm with Funeral Services at 2pm, Monday, April 21, 2014 at Fort
Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL. Interment
will follow in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. On line condolences and remembrances
may be shared at www.fortmyersmemorial.com

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KAUNE, DOROTHY JEAN (BISHOP) (FMHS 1950) May 13 to May 14, 2014

May 9, 2014

Dorothy Jean Bishop, age 82 a lifelong resident of Ft. Myers, passed away May 9, 2014
in Fort Myers. Born April 27, 1932 she graduated from Ft. Myers High School, where
she was a member of the Glee Club (The First Singing Christmas Tree) and loved playing
the piano.

She enjoyed working in the yard, feeding the birds and squirrels, and watching them play.
She worked as a secretary for National Standard Life Insurance Company and retired
after 30 years of service.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Melnot Kaune Jr., two brothers
Walter Kaune III (FMHS 1945), Jack Kaune (FMHS 1955), and her grandson, Joe Cerasoli.

Survivors include her daughters Sharon (Snapper) Vaughan, Karen (Charlie) Cook, and Nita
(Scott) Cornett. Grandkids Jimmy (Eryn) Smith, Stephen (Emily) Cook, Stephanie (Eddie)
Cook, Gina Cerasoli, Nick Cerasoli, and Tia Vaughan. Great-grandkids, Gavin Cerasoli,
Brendan Beasley, Jessie and Jasmine Blocker. She also loved all of her grand-puppies.
There are many other family members and lifelong friends that loved her dearly.

==PICTURE==

Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at Akin-Davis Funeral
Home in Fort Myers with services immediately following. Cremation arrangement by:
Akin-Davis Funeral Home, Fort Myers

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WILLIAMS, CARLIE "CONKY" (YOUNG) (FMHS 1938) Mar. 21, 2014

(1921 - 2014)

March 15, 2014

Carlie W. Young, 93, of Fort Myers. She was born in Alva, FL in 1921 to Archie C. Sr. and
Edith J. Williams. Carlie attended the Bayshore Community Chapel since childhood. In 1938
she graduated from Fort Myers High School and then worked for the State Employment Service.
In 1947, she and her husband, Jerry, purchased the Green Top Cab Company. In 1960 they
acquired the Yellow Cab Company. In 2002 Carlie sold the Cab Company and then worked with
her son, Wayne, at America Charters until 2009.

Carlie is survived by her son, Wayne Young; brother, Charles Williams; son in law, Doug
Leffin (FMHS 1977); grandson, Donnie Carter (Brianne); granddaughter, Jennifer Leffin and two great
granddaughters, Jillian and Hailey. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald
Young; daughter, Carlie Leffin and brothers, Archie (FMHS 1942), George and Richard.

==PICTURE==

The family will receive friends on Friday, March 21, 2014, from 6pm - 8pm at Harvey-
Engelhardt Funeral Home, 1600 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers. The funeral service will be held
at the funeral home on Saturday, March 22nd, at 11am.

Please visit www.harvey-engelhardt.com to share a memory or offer a condolence.

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DRAKE, MARJORIE INEZ "MARGIE" (STARNES) (FMHS 1947) 23 Feb 2014

Jan. 25, 1930 - Feb. 19, 2014

Marjorie Inez "Margie" Drake Starnes, age 84, FMHS 1947, passed away on Wednesday,
February 19, 2014, surrounded by her family.

Margie was born January 25, 1930 in Birmingham, Alabama, and was the daughter of
Tommie "Totsy" Gordy Drake and Donald "Tampa" Drake.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years and the love of her life, Charles
Wilson Starnes (FMHS 1947) Jr.; her parents, Tommie and Donald Drake; her sister,
Virginia (FMHS 1943) Blass; and her brother, Donald Drake (FMHS 1944).

Captain of the "Greenies" cheer squad, she graduated from Fort Myers High School, and
loved to sing the fight song.

Alongside her husband, Margie was a charter member of Wesley Memorial Church and an
active member in the choir, leader of the children's choir and was always involved in the
Church's activities.

Fittingly so, one of her favorite songs was "You Are My Sunshine," and she truly was our
sunshine. She loved animals, gardening, and her best weekends were spent on the boat
and with loved ones.

Affectionately known to her family as "Gigi" she leaves to cherish her loving memory her
brother Tom (FMHS 1946) (Joanie) Drake; her sister Dorothy Sue "Susie" (FMHS 1950)
(A.D.) Carlton; her children Tripp (FMHS 1973) (Jennifer) Starnes, Mark (FMHS 1976)
(Valerie) Starnes, Erin (FMHS 1979) (Edward) Zengel; her grandchildren, Andrew,
Stephan, Kristen and TJ Starnes, Chason Starnes, Harrison Danforth, Camela McCombie
and Heather Griffith; her great grandchildren, Ryne, Cayden, Trey, Ashlyn and Sofia;
as well as many nieces and nephews.

==PICTURE==

A service will be held at 3:30pm, Monday, February 24, 2014, at Wesley Memorial United
Methodist Church with a reception to follow. Memorials, if considered, may be made to:
The Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center, 12468 Brantley Commons Ct., Fort Myers,
FL 33907 or Wesley Memorial Church, 4141 Deleon St., Fort Myers, FL. 33901.

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BROWN, DONALD E (FMHS 1946) 6 Feb 2014

(1931 - 2014)

Donald E. Brown Retired N Ft Myers Fire chief Donald E. Brown, 82 of N Ft. Myers Fl,
departed this earth to be with the Angels on January 29, 2014 Donald was a FM native,
born on 12/31/31 To Bennie Lee Brown/Dorothy Rupert Brown. Donald attended Fort Myers
High School, After school he worked for the Telephone Company & LCEC, leaving LCEC
to become N Ft. Myers first paid Fire Chief. He was active in the Lions club and the
Elk's lodge #1288. He was preceded in death by his parents Bennie and Dorothy Brown,
sister Viviene Potter (FMHS 1947), his wife A. Janice Brown, his son Donald J.Brown. He
is survived by his wife Mary I. Daniels. His Brother Rupert (FMHS 1949) (Lettie Nell)
Brown. Children: Linda LaBelle, Donnie (Jim) Sikes Robert E. Brown, Edith (Mark) Rose,
Johnny (Janet) Brown, step daughter Darlene Daniels, daughter-in-law Billie Jo Brown,
adopted son Chris Gerard, 13 grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren & 2 great great
grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

N Ft Myers Fire Department will be Honoree Pallbearers. Service will be at North
Shore Alliance Church W. Mariana Ave. NFM. Viewing for Friends @ 12:00pm. Service
@ 1:00pm Sat. Feb. 8th He will be laid to rest @ Fort Denaud Cemetery. Arrangements
by Hodges Funeral Home at Lee Memorial Park.

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DENO, MICHAEL SHANNON SR (FMHS 1962) 20 Nov 2013

October 31, 2013

Michael S. Deno Sr. 68, of Cape Coral passed away 10-31-13. Survivors include 3 sons;
Mike Deno II, Mark Deno, and Matthew Deno, 3 Brothers; Jan, Randy, and Larry Deno,
1 sister Darnea, and 3 grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

Services will be conducted at 1:00 PM Saturday
November 23, at Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Services.
Please visit www.fullermetz.com to share a condolence.

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BENNETT, JAMES NELSON (FMHS 1954) 1 Sept 2013

August 29, 2013

Lt. Commander James Nelson Bennett, U.S. Navy Reserve (Retired), age 77, a resident of Mary
Esther, FL, went to be with the Lord on 29 August 2013 in Mary Esther, FL. Born August 20,
1936 in Bainbridge, Georgia to Dallas and Etta Lee Bennett, he grew up in Attapulgus, GA and
moved with his family to Ft. Myers, FL in 1951.

After graduation from Ft. Myers High School in 1954, he attended Stetson University in Deland,
FL for one and half years and in June 1957 joined the U.S. Navy. In 1958 he married Kay Hickman
of Ft. Myers, FL, who he met and fell in love with at Riverside Baptist Church. He was trained as
an Aviation Metalsmith and served at Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico; Pensacola, FL and Miramar,
CA in VF Squadron aboard the USS Hancock during the Viet Nam War. Desiring a college education
he left the Navy in 1965 to attend the University of Florida graduating with a B.S. degree in 1969
and M.Ed. in 1970. During his college years he joined the U.S. Navy Reserve and upon graduation
became a commissioned officer in the USNR receiving the rank of Lt. J.G. Through his reserve
years, he served with the Reserve Units in Washington, DC; Norfolk, VA; Charlotte, NC; Roanoke,
VA, Patrick AFB, FL and CENTCOM at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. In 1989 he retired with the rank
of Lt. Commander as an Intelligence Officer.

After graduating from University of Florida, he pursued a career as a Mathematics Professor,
first in Virginia at New River Community College in Dublin, VA for 12 years; then at Hillsborough
Community College in Tampa, FL for 21 years, retiring in 2003. While in Virginia, James became
a licensed homebuilder, building several dozen custom homes and commercial buildings. He was
always active in a Baptist Church wherever he lived, serving as a deacon and men's Bible class
teacher.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years Kay Hickman (FMHS 1957?) Bennett of Mary Esther, FL;
daughters Beverly Gravley and her husband Leon of Draper, VA; granddaughters, Ginger Blevins
and Sandi Daniels of Wythville, VA; and LeAnn Barnes of Dublin, VA. Sandra Pitman and husband
Jeffrey of Mary Esther, FL; granddaughter, LeAnna Pitman and grandson, Aaron and wife Jessica
Pitman, of Mary Esther, FL; brothers Earl Bennett (FMHS 1958?), wife Karen of North Ft.
Myers, FL and Bernard Bennett (FMHS 1966?), wife Penny of Ft. Myers, FL; also many cousins,
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dallas & Etta Lee Bennett and
grandparents David and Ella Belle Strickland.

==PICTURE==

The family will receive friends on September 3, 2013, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist
Church, 529 Clifford Street, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547, with a funeral service beginning at
10:00 a.m. Pastor Emeritus Joe Plott of First Baptist Church of Mary Esther will be officiating.
Pall Bearers will be Earl Bennett, Bernard Bennett, Leon Gravley, Jeff Pitman, Aaron Pitman,
Brian Smith and Marty Bennett. Internment [sic] will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery,
Pensacola Naval Air Station at 2 p.m., the same day.

Memorial donations may be made to the missions program at Calvary Baptist Church, Ft. Walton
Beach, FL. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Davis Watkins of Ft. Walton Beach, FL.
To share memories, express condolences and sign the guestbook, please visit
www.daviswatkins.com.

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STAFFORD, CHRISTOPHER AARON "CHRIS" (FMHS 1945) 6 Jan 2011

Christopher Aaron Stafford, 83, passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice House
early on the morning of Tuesday, January 4, 2011 with his daughters at his side.
Chris was a Florida native, the son of James and Olga Stafford. He attended
Edison Park Elementary School, Fort Myers Junior High School, and graduated
president of his class in 1945 from Fort Myers Senior High School.

On August 6th, 1945, he enlisted in the United States Navy. While at boot camp
during WWII, the bomb was dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, and he
was promptly shipped to Japan and participated in clean-up and reconstruction.
Upon his return to Fort Myers he graduated from Edison College. He then began
work with his long time school teacher and friend, Kathleen Westbrook, at Coley
Westbrook Men's and Boy's Wear, a career which continued through 1990.

In 1996, Chris became active in Alcoholics Anonymous and enjoyed eleven plus
years with the Yanna Group in Fort Myers. He was a treasured member who
brought friendship and inspiration to many.

Chris is pre-deceased by his parents and siblings Margaret, Elsie, Ella and Harold
Stafford. He is survived by his wife Burlien Stafford and their daughters Kristin
Stafford (FMHS 1974) (Paul) Scott and Jan Stafford (FMHS 1976) Davis, his
grandchild LeElla Scott, Brandon Stafford (Cara) Davis, Erin Davis, and Christopher
Scott, and two great-grandchildren, Kellen Stafford Davis and Gillian Paige Davis.
He is also survived by his sister Pearl (FMHS 1942) (J.B.) Jones, and his nephew
Carl (Wilma) Eschman.

==PICTURE==

An outdoor memorial service to celebrate his life will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday,
January 8th, 2011, at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens located at 1589 Colonial Blvd.,
Fort Myers, FL 33907. Followed by a reception at the home of Mary Fox and Dennis
Raymond at 1318 LaFaunce Way, Fort Myers, FL 33919. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to Hope Hospice House, 2430 Diplomat Pkwy. E., Cape Coral, FL 33909.

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TICE, MICHAEL CHARLES "MIKE" (FMHS 1962) 24 May 2012

May 18, 2012

Michael Charles Tice, passed away on May 18, 2012. He was born March 10, 1944
in Brigham City, UT. Mike resided in Fort Myers, FL most of his life. He
graduated FMHS Class of '62 then Princeton Univ. Class of '66. After serving
as a Lee County School Board Member, he attended Duke Univ. to earn his law
degree in 1972. Mike was instrumental in starting the Big Brother/Big Sister
program in Fort Myers and participated in Fort Myers Little League, Edison
Pageant of Light, the ARABA Shrine Temple and St. Michael Lutheran Church.
Mike leaves his beloved children, Lonnie, Chris and Sarah Tice.

==PICTURE==

A Memorial Service will be held at St. Michael Lutheran Church on Saturday,
May 26, 2012 at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests
contributions to ISMRD, 3921 Country Club Dr, Lakewood, CA. 90712; which
supports research and support for individuals with Lonnie's condition.
Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is assisting the family.
(ISMRD = International Society for Mannosidosis & Related Diseases)

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O'MAHONEY, MAURA J (CRUMPACKER) (FMHS 1963) 19 Feb 2013

February 13, 2013

Maura O Crumpacker, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away the morning of Wednesday, February
13, 2013 at the age of 67. She was born on April 19, 1945 in Ft. Myers, Florida and was
the daughter of Carolyn and Dermod O'Mahoney. Born and raised in Ft. Myers, she lived in
Virginia after attending college at Southern Seminary before returning home in 1970 where
she lived the rest of her life.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and retired small business co-owner and
homemaker with a lifetime of friends in both Ft. Myers and the Cashiers, North Carolina
areas. A lover of flowers and animals, she enjoyed her cats, dogs and gardening at home
and her mountain getaway in Cashiers, and loved her family very much.

Left with her memory are her loving and devoted husband of 47 years Bill (FMHS 1963);
son Jon (FMHS 830 and his wife Barbra and grandchildren Corey, Jake, Cassie and William
of Tallahassee, Florida; son Kevin (FMHS 1987) of Ft. Myers, Florida; daughter Carolyn
(FMHS 1990) Orstrom and her husband Johnny and grandchildren Taylor and Bradley of Ft.
Myers, Florida.

==PICTURE==

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral
Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907, 239-936-0555. Online condolences may
be made at: www.fortmyersmemorial.com.

In lieu of flowers or memorial gifts, the family of Mrs. Crumpacker requests donations
be made to the American Cancer Society at:
https://www.cancer.org/involved/donate/donateonlinenow/index

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RAY, JIMMY SUE (SULLIVAN) (FMHS 1963) 28 April 2013

April 26, 2013

Survived by her two daughters, Denise and Amy, four grandchildren and five sisters.

==PICTURE==

Services will be held at 3pm at the Lehigh Hope Hospice House 1201 Wings Way, Lehigh
Acres, FL. Always in our Hearts.

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PUTNAM, ROBERT STANLEY (FMHS 1971) August 25, 2013

(1952 - 2013)

Robert Stanley Putnam passed away on August 21, 2013 in Tallahassee, Florida at the age
of 61. He was born in Randolph, Vermont to Marguerite and Robert Fisher Putnam. He spent
his early childhood in Vermont and then moved to Ft. Myers where he graduated from Ft.
Myers Senior High School and Edison Community College. He subsequently graduated with
a Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University with a major in Economics and returned
to Ft. Myers where he lived until his return to Tallahassee in 2008. Robert was an ardent
sports fan and followed the Seminoles in both football and baseball. He also enjoyed music
and socializing with his family and friends. He was employed at the Apalachee Center. He
is survived by his sister, Celeste Putnam (FMHS 1968), brother, Patrick Putnam (FMHS
1972), his brother-in-law, Pete Tanzy, nieces Erica Lawrence, Rachel Conner, Leah Roberts,
and nephew Stephen Tanzy.

==PICTURE==

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. at
St. John's Episcopal Church at 211 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida.
Services will be held in the Chapel followed by a reception at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to NAMI-Florida at PO Box 14842,
Tallahassee, Florida 32317-4842.

NAMI: National Alliance for the Mentally Ill

A graveside service will be held in Ft. Myers, Florida at a later date.

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WHEELER, JENNIE LEE (ZIPPERER) (FMHS 1952) 11 Feb to 13 Feb, 2015

FEBRUARY 7, 2015

Jennie Lee Wheeler Zipperer, beloved wife and cherished mother, grandmother,
and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday in Ft. Myers, Florida. She will be
greatly missed by all. She is survived by her husband of over 62 years, John O.
Zipperer Jr (FMHS 1950); her four children John O. (Amy) Zipperer III, Dianne
Zipperer Streid (Delbert Streid, deceased), Robert Douglas (FMHS 1976)
(Catherine) Zipperer, Jennie Elizabeth Zipperer (FMHS 1979); eleven
grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, youngest sister, Mary Howard (FMHS
1954) DeBiase, and countless friends and acquaintances.

Jennie Lee was born on February 18, 1935 in Ft. Myers, FL to Howard Lloyd and
Nadi Frances Wheeler ˜. She was their first child, and eldest of three daughters.
Her family continued to reside in Ft. Myers, where she was a graduate of Ft.
Myers High School, before training in science and genetics while attending the
University of Florida.

Her agricultural legacy began upon meeting and marrying her husband in 1953,
then a student in College of Agriculture at the University of Florida. Together,
as partners, they played an invaluable role in making Florida farming what it is
today.

Filled with compassion and interest in others, Jennie Lee made friends easily
and maintained contact with many. As a leader in her community, she was
instrumental in guiding and establishing numerous councils and civic
organizations while promoting and cultivating the advancement, beautification,
and success of Fort Myers and its surrounding areas.

While her involvement in business and community kept her very busy, her true
devotion was to her husband above all.

==PICTURE==

˜ Possible confusion between:
NADI FRANCES "FRAN" WHEELER (DEAN) (BERDICK) * FMHS 1957
NADI HOLLAND (WHEELER) (LEFFERS) * FMHS 1933

For those that wish to pay tribute, Funeral Services will be held on Friday,
February 13th at 10:30 am at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2439 McGregor
Blvd., Presiding Pastor will be Dr. Jeff Deyoe, with Mr. John W. Sheppard
officiating. A viewing will be held the day before, Thursday, February 12th
from 6 pm - 8 pm at Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral Home, 1600 Colonial Blvd.,
Ft. Myers, FL.

Flowers may be sent or a donation to one of her charities of the American
Liver Foundation, 39 Broadway, Suite 2700, New York, NY 10006 or to the
Beef Scholarship, c/o Beefmaster Breeders United, 6800 Park Ten Blvd.,
Suite 290 West, San Antonio, TX 78213. Please notate on your check that
the donation is in memory of Jennie Lee Wheeler Zipperer. Please visit
www.harvey-engelhardt.com to leave a condolence to her family.

Funeral Home
Harvey Engelhardt Funeral & Cremation Services
1600 Colonial Blvd Fort Myers, FL 33907
(239) 936-2177

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HERRING, MARY ESTHER (GRANT)(ALBRITTON) (FMHS 1962) 11 Aug 2013

August 9, 2013

Mary Esther Albritton, 69, of North Fort Myers, passed away Friday, August 9, 2013
following an extended illness. She was born April 15, 1944 in Tallahassee and has
lived in North Fort Myers for many years. She graduated from Fort Myers High School
in 1962, was a member of New Testament Baptist Church in Cape Coral and owned and
operated Mary Grant's Hair Fashions from 1978 - 2004.

Mrs. Albritton leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of nine years, Lamar Albritton;
her children: David Grant, Dennis Grant (Terry), Kathy Arbelo (Nestor), Dwayne Grant
(Tammy), all of North Fort Myers and Elaine Aqui (Wil) of Orlando; her step-children:
Toni Spivey (John) of Ohio, Kathy Crumbley of Georgia and Barry Albritton (Julie) of
North Fort Myers; her siblings: Charles E. "Chuck" Herring (FMHS 1962)(Joan) of Naples and
Ann Lambert of Jacksonville; her grandchildren: Joe Nelson, III (Amy), Wylder Grant and
Grant Aqui and one great granddaughter, Larissa.

==PICTURE==

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at New
Testament Baptist Church, 2805 NE Pine Island Road, Cape Coral with burial to follow
in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends will be received from 10:00 AM until
the time of the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Testament Baptist Church
Missions Fund, 2805 NE Pine Island Road, Cape Coral, FL 33909.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home,
1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907, 239-936-0555. Online condolences may be made
at: www.fortmyersmemorial.com.

Published in The News-Press on August 11, 2013

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SAUERWINE, JEFFREY JOHN (FMHS 1971) 4 March 2013

1953-2013

Jeffrey J. Sauerwine, 59, of Cheyenne died March 4 in Denver. He was born May 9, 1953,
in Conneaut, Ohio, a son to Robert J. and Ruth A. (Walsh) Sauerwine. At a young age,
Jeff moved with his family to Fort Myers, Fla., where he attended school, graduating
from Fort Myers High School in 1971. After his graduation, he joined the U. S. Air Force.
He retired as a member of the security police in 1996.

Jeffrey married Cecilia Roberson on Jan. 19, 1980, in Warner Robins, Ga. They moved to
Cheyenne in December 1986 and have resided here since that time.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Cathedral, the American Legion, and a life member of
the North American Hunting Club and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

He enjoyed woodworking, hunting and helping his daughters with the Girl Scouts of
America, where he was the cookie dad for eight years in a row.

Survivors include his wife, Cecilia Sauerwine of Cheyenne; two daughters, Danielle
(Danny) Gumm and Haylee Sauerwine, both of Cheyenne; a granddaughter, Lydia
Gumm of Cheyenne; a sister, Ellen Selmer of Pembroke Pines, Fla.; and a niece,
Lindsey Selmer of Orlando, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Bobby Sauerwine.

==PICTURE==

Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Military honors will be provided by the F.E. Warren A.F.B. Honor Guard Team.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the
American Heart Association.

Services are under the direction of Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel. Friends
may sign the online guestbook at wrcfuneral.com.

This is a paid obituary. It first appeared in the Cheyenne WY Wyoming
Herald Eagle, date unknown.

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SPEARING, NORMA (BALLARD) (FMHS 1947) May 18, 2014

May 13, 2014

Norma (Spearing) Ballard's time on this earth ended on May 13, 2014 at HealthPark
Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born on Cayo Costa, FL, February 25,
1929 to George and Oriole (Thigpin) Spearing. Norma's early elementary education
was received at the Punta Blanca School where she travelled to and from by School
Boat. The family moved to Bokeelia in 1942 so she could attend High School. She
was married in 1946 and spent most of her life in Bokeelia raising her children and
where her family fished commercially. She worked 20 years in the cafeteria at
Pine Island Elementary School, retiring in 1991. She is survived by one brother,
Jack Spearing of GA; her daughter, Joyce Ballard Mitchell (Tim), Upper Captiva;
sons, Robert Ballard (Ellen) of Fort Myers, David Ballard (Livia) of Beverly Hills,
FL and stepson Harry (Bo) Ballard (Gloria) of Columbia, SA; grandchildren: Jodie
Davis Dale (Robert), Norma Humphrey (Dean), Andy Sabato, Jeffrey Ballard
(Michele), Megan Ballard Conklin (Scott), and Andrea Ballard. She has nine great
grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her
parents; her husband of 53 years, Melvin Ballard; daughter, Barbara (Ballard)
Bryant who passed away just 3 weeks ago; brothers Robert, Albert, Julian and
Charley Spearing; sisters Lois Summerall and Nellie Coleman.

Norma will be remembered as a kind and gentle woman who cared deeply for her
family. She was always ready to offer a helping hand to friends and family and
was one amazing cook. She loved doing jigsaw puzzles and needlework crafts.
More recently, she enjoyed playing card games with other residents at Cape
Coral Rehab Center where she has been living for the past 11 months.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 1pm at Coral Ridge
Memorial Funeral Home & Cemetery in Cape Coral. Private burial will be
immediately afterward.

Norma has received ongoing assistance from the American Kidney Fund and in
lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the

American Kidney Fund, Patient Assistance Program
11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300
Rockville, MD 20852
http://www.kidneyfund.org/give-now/gifts-in-memory/ or, to

Pine Island FISH Inc (Fellow Islanders Sending Help),
www.pineislandfish.org, PO Box 357, Matlacha, FL 33993

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CARSON, JEWEL "JUDY" (EDELBLUT) (FMHS 1940) 25 March 2012

(1922 - 2012)

Mrs. Jewel "Judy" Edelblut of Woodstock, GA. Passed away Thursday March 22,
2012 after an extended illness at Kennestone Hospital. She was 89 years young.

Mrs. Edelblut was born December 13, 1922 in Fort Myers, Florida to the late Kennedy
and Mary Christine Carson. Later Mrs. Edelblut married her high school sweetheart
Robert "Bob" Edelblut in 1944 and was married 64 years until his passing in April
of 2007.

She was a self-taught bookkeeper; she spent many years working as a bookkeeper
while moving around during Bob's time in the Air Force. She eventually went on to
handle the books for her and Bob's construction company until the time the
company was dissolved in the 60's.

Mrs. Edelblut was a member of Bascomb United Methodist Church since 1984
where she was Director of Preschool for 10 years. She also created Bascomb's
Shepard Program and also headed the Super Seniors Program. Bascomb's
playground area was dedicated to her and her husband.

No matter where her and Bob lived, she was very devoted to her family, her
church family, and her friends. She kept all parts of the family and extended
family up to date on their lives. She was involved in Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts,
PTA and whatever her husband and children were involved with.

Mrs. Edelblut was the "Best Grandmother in the World", She Loved to Cook,
and she loved playing the piano which she played by ear for herself and the
love of her life, Bob. She was full of love for everyone especially for her
family. She herself described herself as doing "everything from the
bottom of her heart-the ultimate example of unconditional love for all."

Survivors include her daughter, Mary Suzanne Collins, Woodstock, Ga., one
son, Robert L. Edelblut, Jr., Tucson, AZ., six grandchildren, Jeannie Edelblut,
Rick Edelblut, Chris Vickers, Craig Laird, Christopher Brian Tyner, and Larry
Thomas Tyner, Jr.; eight great grandchildren, Meagan Ensley, Erin Vickers,
Loren Vickers, Matthew Laird, Colin Laird, Onika Laird, Madisen Laird, and
Chase Samantha Tyner; seven nieces and nine nephews.

==PICTURE==

Funeral services will be held 2 P.M. Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at Bascomb United
Methodist Church with Rev. Millie Kim, Rev. Claude Smithmeir, and Rev. Donna
Lucas officiating. Burial will follow in Rolling Hills Cemetery with Woodstock
Funeral Home directing. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Monday,
March 26, 2012 from 6 to 8 P.M. Flowers will be accepted.

Online condolence may be made to www.woodstockfuneralhome.com

Woodstock Funeral Home
8855 Main Street
Woodstock, GA 30188
(770) 926-3107

Published in The News-Press on March 25, 2012

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WATSON, GEORGE KING (FMHS 1944) August 2, 2013

George King Watson, 87, passed away at home on July 31,2013. He was born and raised in
Ft. Myers Florida. He was a Building Contractor for over 40 years and was a hard working
man. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Elizabeth Watson (FMHS 1947). Sons
and Daughter-in -laws, Bob and Virginia Watson of Webster, FL. Dennis and Louise Watson
of Wrightsville, GA. Daughters and Sons-in laws Becky and Dennis Barry, Diane and Al
Scobee, and Barbara and Todd Meiers, all of Maryville, TN. 23 Grandchildren and 24
Great Grandchildren.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be held at Logan's Chapel United Methodist Church on Saturday
August 3, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. with Rev. Doug Armstrong officiating. In liew of flowers,
donations may be made to the Holston United Methodist Home for Children,
www. holstonhome.org. Services by Dogwood Cremation, LLC. 5311 W. Emory Rd. Powell,
TN. 37849.

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HAGER, DELAINE "DEE" GAYLIA (DUKE) (FMHS 1970) 19 July 2013

December 27, 1951 - July 17, 2013

DeLaine Hager Duke, 61, of Tarpon Springs, passed away July 17, 2013 at
Suncoast Hospice in Palm Harbor, FL from lung cancer.

DeLaine is survived by her only daughter Natalie Tavanese, her husband Stan and
their two beautiful daughters Taylor and Tabitha, which she loved greatly; along
with her loving siblings Dustin, Dale, Dana, Darilyn, and Diandra.

==PICTURE==

Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home & Crematory
727-942-0515
701 E. Tarpon Ave Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
http://dobiesfuneralhome.com/obit.php

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DUKE, RANDY RICHARD (FMHS 1970) 9 Mar 2013

Nov. 2, 1951-Mar. 9, 2013

Randy, 61, was born in Memphis, TN. and raised in Ft. Myers, FL. He was a graduate
of Ft. Myers High School and attended Edison Community College while working for
the Lee County paramedic unit. He moved to Englewood in 1975 and worked at the
W. R. Duke Insurance Agency, later becoming principal owner until the agency was
sold in 1996. Randy was an avid golfer and enjoyed his time on the links with
friends in the Englewood Business Men’s league. He eventually moved to the
Orlando area and joined the Disney Corporation working in the transportation
division.

He is survived by his mother, Donna Duke; sister and brother-in-law, Debbie
(FMHS 1968) and Skip Berg all of Venice; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Brian
Hill of St. Cloud; son, Brandon and 2 grandchildren of Winter Gardens.

==PICTURE==

A gathering of remembrance is scheduled for Thursday March 21 at 11:30 AM in the
Doan Chapel of Englewood United Methodist Church on Dearborn St.

Memorial may be made to The Florida United Methodist Children’s Home, 51 Main St.,
Delton, FL 32725 or organization of choice.

Via Tena, from: Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services

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HENDRY, IRENE LEIGH (GOULDING) (EICKSTAEDT) (FMHS 1958) July 21, 2013

(1940 - 2013)

July 18, 2013

Irene Lee Hendry Goulding Eickstaedt, 73, of Punta Gorda, Florida passed away
July 18, 2013. She was born July 16, 1940 in Fort Myers, FL, she was a descendent
of Captain F.A. Hendry of the Confederacy Florida Cow Calvary. She was from an
old Florida Pioneer family, one of the first Florida Crackers. Irene graduated from
Fort Myers High School in 1958. She married in 1960 and moved to Punta Gorda
and worked for United Telephone until 1963. Irene was also an Avon Representative,
Licensed Mortgage Broker and was a teacher's aide at the Baker Academy when it
opened. She also was a graduate of the Beauty Academy in Fort Myers and was the
owner of Irene's Beauty Shop. Irene was a member of Fisherman's Village Tennis
Club and a member of the Faith Lutheran Church in Punta Gorda. She loved to fish,
eat oysters, play tennis and spend time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her sons, Rex (Sherry) Goulding of Punta Gorda, FL; Brit (Mandy
Turnage) Goulding of Punta Gorda, FL; grandchildren, Lara Goulding, Camp Goulding,
Kayden Turnage, Raelyn Goulding, Rosalee Goulding, Ryder Goulding, Reva Goulding;
sisters, Bette of Buckingham, FL; Pearle (FMHS 1951) of Fort Myers, FL; Joanne
(FMHS 1954) of Santa Barbara, CA; Donna of Pine Island, FL; brother, Bill of
Tamarac, FL. She was preceded in death by her brother Ed.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 22, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the
Faith Lutheran Church, 4005 Palm Drive, Punta Gorda, FL

Published in The News-Press on July 21, 2013

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Via Beth, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

MCGEE, DANA LEA (SCHWEIN) (FMHS 1974) 9 July to 11 July 2013

(1956 - 2013)

July 2, 2013

Dana Lea (McGee) Schwein, 57, formerly of Lenoir, NC and a Ft. Myers resident since 1968
entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ July 2, 2013 at home
surrounded by her loving family. Dana was born March 24, 1956 in Lenoir. She was a member
of Central Baptist Church, Ft. Myers. She graduated from Ft. Myers High School in 1974
and then attended the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dana was employed by the United
Telephone System and later was employed with the United States Postal Service. She was
very dedicated to her church where she served in many areas including, Pastor's wife,
prayer warrior, Children's Sunday school teacher, Children's Junior church leader, VBS
teacher, Choir member, as well as involvement on many committees and search committees.

Dana had a very strong relationship with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was
passionate about spreading His Word leading many young ones to a personal relationship
with Jesus. Dana will always be remembered for her unconditional love, compassion,
support and tireless dedication for her family, friends and Lord. She was known as a
loving and caring person with a smile for everyone she met. She is survived by her
loving husband of 36 years, David of N. Ft. Myers; three children, Christopher D.
Schwein (FMHS 19990 of Orlando, Alison L. Fitzgerald (Sean) of Houston, TX, and
Lindsey N. Schwein of N. Ft. Myers; two sisters, Jean Moore (Charles) of Ft. Myers,
Nelda Stevens (Harold) of Ft. Myers; a brother, Michael D. McGee (Stefani) of
Atlanta, GA, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Dana was preceded in death
by her father, Finley D. McGee and her mother Maida Wilkie McGee.

==PICTURE==

Memorial services will be held at Central Baptist Church on Thursday, July 11, 2013.
Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM and the service will begin at 2:00 PM. Pastor Roger
Bradley of Crossroads Baptist church will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions are suggested to be sent to Central Baptist Church 3208 Central Ave.
Ft. Myers, FL 33901 in memory of Dana to update and refurbish Dana's Sunday school
and Junior church room.

Published in The News-Press from July 9 to July 11, 2013

Via Norita, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

DRAKE, DON PHILLIP JR (FMHS 1944) 1 Dec 2011

November 27, 2011

Don Phillip Drake, Jr. 84, of Quitman passed away Sunday November 27, 2011.

Originally from Ft. Myers, Fla. he was the son of Don Phillip, Sr. and Tommie
Gordy Drake. Mr. Drake had been a resident of Brooks County, Ga. for over
30 years. He was a veteran of the US Army.

He is survived by two daughters, Dale Rickards (FMHS 1968) (Paul) of Brooks
County, Ga., Dawn Faughn (FMHS 1970) (Dan) of Tallahassee, five grandchildren
and one great granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years,
Ruth Arndt Drake (FMHS 1947) OBIT.

He will be cherished in memory as a devoted and loving husband and father.

==PICTURE==

Graveside services will be held Saturday Dec. 3, at 1:00 PM in Columbia
Cemetery with Pastor Tommy Rickards of Ft. Myers, Fla. officiating.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5:00
to 7:00PM.

Condolences may be conveyed on line at www.maxwellmillerfuneralhome.com

Maxwell-Miller Funeral Home of Quitman, Ga. is in charge of arrangements.

Published in The News-Press on December 1, 2011

Via Sue Drake (FMHS 1950), slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

TOOKE, CHARLTON TAYLOR "BUD" III (FMHS 1946) 24 Feb 2015

February 22, 2015

Charlton Taylor (Bud) Tooke III passed away February 22, 2015 while in hospice
care at Bel Air at Teravista, Round Rock, Texas.

Born October 26, 1928, in Fort Myers, Florida, Bud was the son of Charlton Taylor
Tooke Jr. and Irene Tooke. He graduated from Fort Myers High School and also
attended the University of Florida. Following his military commitment in a unit that
served during the occupation of Japan after World War II, Bud pursued an
education in the field of aviation and graduated from Hemphill Diesel School,
Memphis, Tennessee.

A station agent for National/Pan American Airlines for 26 years, Bud retired in
1986. Following retirement, he and wife Jean managed Pineland Marina, Pine Island,
Florida. It was during that span of time that, as part of the Fort Myers' Edison
Pageant of Light that perpetuates the memory of Thomas Alva Edison, Bud's
commitment to community was recognized when he was crowned "King of Edisonia".

Bud is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Jean Ellis (FMHS 1957) Tooke, son
Charlton Floyd (Chuck) Tooke, daughter-in-law Kimberley Renee Tooke, and
grandchildren Brandah Scalise and husband, Kenny, Irene Nichole Tooke, and
Cambry Taylor Tooke.

==PICTURE==

It was Bud's desire that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to
The Tooke Girls College Fund, Jean Tooke, 1700 Rossport Bend, Leander,
Texas 78641. At a date to be announced, family will be honoring Bud's desire
that his ashes be scattered offshore at Sanibel Island, Florida.

Published in The News-Press on Feb. 24, 2015
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Via Jeannie, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

GILES, ROY SPENCER (FMHS 1945) Feb. 27 to Mar. 1, 2015

Roy Spencer Giles, M.D. , 86, Fort Myers, died 02-19-2015.

Dr. Giles was born December 11, 1928 in fort Myers, Florida. The son of Maud Ann
(Spencer) and Robert W. Giles, Sr. He graduated from Fort Myers High School,
class of 1946. He attended the University of Alabama where he met the love of
his life, Judy, his wife of 56 years.

He went to medical school at the University of Miami and then returned to Fort
Myers where he had a general practice office. He worked at Lee memorial
emergency room and went on to work for the Lee County Health department
in infectious disease for many years & from which he retired in 2013 but
continued to work as a volunteer for several months.

==PICTURE==

A memorial for Roy will be held on Tuesday, March 3, between 10 and 11 am at
Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Chapel. 1589 colonial Blvd. 936-0555. A memorial
service will follow at 11AM also in the funeral home chapel.

Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery
1589 Colonial Boulevard Fort Myers , FL 33907
(239) 936-0555

Published in The News-Press from Feb. 27 to Mar. 1, 2015
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Via Jeannie, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

UZZELL, MATTHEW (FMHS 1941) May 1 to May 3, 2012

April 28, 2012

Matthew Uzzell, age 92, entered into eternal life on April 28, 2012. He was
born in 1919 in Seven Springs, NC, one of eight children to Addie Adele Cox
and Atlas Thomas Uzzell, Sr. In 1928, when Matt was 8 years old, the Uzzell
family migrated to Bonita Springs, FL, by way of a Model T Ford that took 12
days. Matt and family grew up on the Imperial River where Bonita Bay is now
located. He was a 1941 graduate of Fort Myers High School and served in the
U.S Navy during World War II.

Matt retired from the Lee County Electric Cooperative in 1984 after 22 years
of service. He was an avid historian and a walking encyclopedia when it came
to the civil war and local history. In his younger days Matt was also an
exceptional wood carver doing it all by hand. He did such carvings as vintage
cars, boats, World War II aircraft, Teddy Roosevelt on his horse and the
raising of the flag on Iwo Jima for examples.

The Iwo Jima carving was presented to the commanding officer, USMC Training
Center, Camp Pendleton in 1987, a true honor for Matt. Matt was an active
member of the Bayshore Community Chapel in North Ft. Myers. He contributed
many years of music to the church where he played his beloved Dobro. He is
survived by his two daughters, Gloria Uzzell and Ann (Jim) Myers both of
Fort Myers, and numerous nieces and nephews. Matt was the last survivor
of his immediate family.

A big thank you to Dr. Mark Means and the members of his church for being
such loyal friends to Matt during his illness, and for their many prayers.
Matt will truly be missed by all those who had the honor of knowing him!
Online condolences may be left at www.fortmyersmemorial.com. Fort Myers
Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is assisting the family.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be held Friday, May 4, 2012 at 11:00 AM at Bayshore
Community Chapel, Samville Road, North Fort Myers, FL. His final resting
place will be the Ortona Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions can be made to the Bayshore Community Chapel in Matt's memory.

Published in The News-Press from May 1 to May 3, 2012

Via JMM, Beth, BJM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

ROMEIS, RONALD ALAN "RONNIE" (FMHS 1965)

Reverend Ronald Alan Romeis, of St. Davids, Pennsylvania, passed away at
Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia on February 8, 2013, at the age of 65.
Son of the late Ludwig Romeis and Elizabeth Perry Romeis (FMHS 1931), he
was born in 1947 and raised in Fort Myers, Florida. Rev. Romeis attended
Florida Presbyterian College (now Eckerd College) in St. Petersburg,
Florida, where he met his wife Margaret Elizabeth Whitworth.

After earning his Masters of Divinity at Vanderbilt University, Rev.
Romeis was ordained in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and spent much
of his career in service with Philadelphia Presbytery Homes, building
housing for lower-income seniors. He was honorably retired from the
Presbytery in 2003.

Rev. Romeis is survived by his three children and three grandchildren:
daughter Margaret Elizabeth Blume-Kohout (husband Robin Blume-Kohout)
of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and their daughter Ariana Margaret;
daughter Sara Romeis Leonard (husband Nathaniel Leonard) of Granby,
Massachusetts; and son Michael John Romeis and his two children, Emily
Rose and Michael Zachary. He is also survived by his brother Gordon
Romeis (FMHS 1974)(wife Cindy)(FMHS 1977) and their family in Fort
Myers, Florida.

==PICTURE==

A memorial service will be held at Wayne Presbyterian Church at 11am
on Friday, February 15th. Interment will be private. The family
requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions identified as "Romeis
Memorial" be directed to Wayne Presbyterian Church, 125 E. Lancaster
Ave., Wayne, PA 19087. Proceeds will be used to assist students who
are preparing for Christian ministry. Chadwick & McKinney Funeral
Home Inc www.chadwickmckinney.com

Published in Main Line Media News on Feb. 13, 2013

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Via Jorge López, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press

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