Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home
Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home serves the families of the Clearwater, Florida community by offering a variety of services and products to meet their needs - all in one convenient and beautiful location. Sylvan Abbey's caring professionals ensure that families are provided with the best choices when making funeral arrangements or choosing memorial property. Our perpetual care cemetery is beautifully maintained; our funeral home is comfortable and warm; and our professional staff is always available to assist families at the time of need or with prearrangements. Our Funeral Home Located on the grounds of Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, our funeral home offers all families the convenience and comfort of making all arrangements for funeral services, merchandise, flowers and memorial property in one location. Since opening in 1992, our professional funeral directors have helped thousands of families through their most difficult times of need. This caring service offered in our warm and comfortable setting is why families continue to choose Sylvan Abbey. Our Memorial Park Established in 1853, Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park is home to Pinellas County's oldest recorded burial. For nearly 150 years, families in Clearwater, Florida have turned to Sylvan Abbey as their final resting place, joining many of the area's pioneering families and city founders. While rich in history, our memorial park remains vibrant and progressive, offering state-of-the-art burial options. Much of our 95-acre memorial park is densely shaded by more than 1,000 mature southern live oaks shrouded with Spanish moss. This old south atmosphere is enhanced by flowering magnolia and dogwood trees throughout, four beautifully landscaped ponds surrounded by stately oaks and bald cypress trees, and colorful azaleas in bloom each spring. A walk through Sylvan Abbey's magnificent grounds reveals structures and statuary by some of the world's finest artists and craftsmen. The centerpiece of our park is Peacefield Mausoleum and the Garden of Reflection Cremation Garden. Peacefield Mausoleum Well on its way to being one of the largest community mausoleums in the state of Florida, when completed Peacefield Mausoleum will encompass 16 mausoleum buildings surrounding two landscaped atriums with the beautiful Peacefield Chapel at its center. Today, the first two phases have been completed, providing thousands of burial spaces nestled among the two atriums and the two-story, open-air Peacefield Chapel. Warm brick and wood accents complement the rich marble interior walls. Magnificent stained-glass windows depict spiritual and natural images. In the chapel itself, the wood and glass cathedral ceiling rises nearly 60 feet; the chapel is home to two of the area's largest and most beautiful stained-glass windows, The Glory of Heaven and The Creation. Garden of Reflection Cremation Garden Here, the elements and beauty of nature come together to inspire unique and affordable choices reflecting the individuality and beliefs of those choosing cremation. In the Autumn of 2004, the Garden of Reflection opened to reveal quiet walkways and graceful palms that will provide a place of comfort and reflection for generations to come. "Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park recognized as one of the top 20 grounds organizations." The care and attention to detail on which Sylvan Abbey's professional grounds team prides itself has not gone unnoticed. Sylvan Abbey was recognized by two national landscape organizations. In September 2000, Landscape Management magazine named Sylvan Abbey one of the "Top 20 Grounds Organizations in the United States and Canada." The Professional Grounds Management Society and Landscape Management magazine cosponsored the 2000 Green Star Professional Grounds Management Honor Award bestowed upon Sylvan Abbey for excellence in the Green Industry.
Our Obituaries
Max Wiley
March 13, 1924 - May 16, 2013
Max Wiley age 89 died on Thursday May 16, 2013 with his family by his side.
Max was born on March 13, 1924 in Des Moines, Iowa.
He served in the U.S. Navy.
Max was a commercial pilot for many years. His wife Muriel remembers flying all over the country with Max at the controls. His 2 sons also began flying with Dad as the pilot, learning to enjoy flying at a young age.
He was...
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Earl William Fischer
January 3, 1924 - May 16, 2013
F Fischer, Earl William 89 of New Port Richey passed away on May 16, 2013. Originally from Rochester, NY he is survived by his wife, Mary, daughters Christine and Susan; Brother Arthur. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying camping, fishing, traveling, swimming, golfing, woodworking and cooking. He was a beloved husband, father, brother and uncle and will be forever missed and forever...
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Margie W. Goodson
December 15, 1928 - May 16, 2013
Goodson, Margie W., 85, of Seminole, passed away May 16, 2013. She was a native of Princeton, WVA and a homemaker. She is survived by her loving husband, Alvin R. Goodson; two daughters Rebecca (Howard) Roe and Jo (Don) Poskus; four grandchildren, Melissa Carroll, Howard Roe, Jr., Phillip and Chelsea Poskus; her great grandchild, Autumn Carroll; three brothers, John, Kenneth and Fred Wright. ...
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Joan D Klein
February 22, 1931 - May 16, 2013
Klein, Joan D., 82 of Clearwater Passed away on Thursday May 16, 2013 at Brookside Hospice. She was born in Buffalo, NY and came here in 1973. She was the office manager for the Pinellas County Appraiser's Office. She was of the Roman Catholic Faith. Survivors include her daughters, Roberta Kuberka of West Seneca, NY, Judith Simon of Kaycee, WY and Nancy Batcheller of Reno, NV; eight...
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Elinor Deutsch
April 17, 1919 - May 14, 2013
D Deutsch, Elinor 94, formerly of Lorain, Ohio and 20+ year resident of Clearwater, passed away peacefully at her home on May 14th under the care of Suncoast Hospice. She was predeceased by Robert, her husband of 68 years, and Richard, her son, who passed away at 41 years of age. Elinor is survived by her daughter-in-law, Lisa Deutsch of Evergreen, Colorado, grandsons Samuel and Oscar, special...
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Lauren Pecci Weinberg
June 25, 1977 - May 13, 2013
WEINBERG, Lauren Pecci 35, of New Port Richey passed away May 13, 2013.
Private family services will be held on Wednesday May 22nd.
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Danton D. Smith
August 19, 1956 - May 13, 2013
Dan grew up in the Florida cities, Clearwater and Largo, with older brother, Bryan, younger sister, Trisha and loving parents, Marion and Pat Smith. Although faced with severe disabilities, including the inability to speak, Dan was active and communicated his thoughts and feelings with gusto. He continued to embrace life after moving into one of the newly created group homes for persons with...
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Inez M. Sonnier
August 28, 1917 - May 13, 2013
Inez M. Sonnier, 95, passed away on May 13, 2013 in Palm Harbor, Florida. She was born in Youngsville, LA on August 28, 1917, eldest child of farmer Lionel Touchet and his wife, Moita. Inez took care of her younger siblings from age 5 and eventually worked in the cotton and sugar cane fields, so she never had the luxury of a proper education. She married Isaac LaPointe in 1933 and gave birth to...
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Beverly Ann Klaeser
February 20, 1931 - May 11, 2013
Klaeser, Beverly Ann, 82 died: May11, 2013 at her home in Clearwater Florida. She was born in Milwaukee, WI and came to Clearwater in 1966
from Madison, WI. She had worked for Morton Plant in Clearwater Florida as a Registered Nurse. She was of the Catholic faith. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Dr. Ray L Klaeser who was a dentist from Oshkosh Wisconsin. They married in 1953.;...
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Nancy P. Collins
January 30, 1922 - May 10, 2013
Nancy Price Collins was a quiet and gentle person. She was an artist. She could spot the beauty in a single flower in the same way she could recognize the beauty in another's soul. Her small frame held an endless strength and capacity for love and kindness. Her clear brown eyes could convince you in a second that you were loved, that you were special, and that you were capable of great...
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Sylvia Sailer
April 1, 1919 - May 9, 2013
Sailer, Sylvia, 94, of Clearwater, passed away May 9, 2013. She was a native of Windsor, Ontario and was a professional seamstress while living in Montreal, Canada. After moving to Clearwater in 1968, she helped her husband run Arthur Sailer Window Repair until hes death in 2002, at which time she retired. She is survived by her daughter and son in law, Sharon L. and Bruce W. Stevens and...
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Blanche Lucille Guinn
July 2, 1925 - May 9, 2013
Mrs. Blanche Lucille Gannon Guinn, age 87, entered into rest on May 9, 2013. The family will receive friends from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am, Monday, May 13, 2013 at St. Alfreds Episcopal Church on Curlew Road, Clearwater, Florida, with Father Leo Crawford officiating. Internment will follow at Sylvan Memorial Park in Clearwater. Pallbearers...
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Hazel B. Ashcraft
April 21, 1921 - May 8, 2013
Ashcraft, Hazel Boykin 92, of Clearwater passed away May 8, 2013 at Palm Garden of Clearwater.
Hazel was raised in Micro, North Carolina before moving to Florida in 1958. Hazel attended Skycrest Baptist Church for 45 years and was most recently attending North Dunedin Baptist Church. She completed her teaching certificate in 1966 in East Carolina University. She traveled with her husband, Joe...
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Maria Helena Herklotz
April 21, 1922 - May 8, 2013
Herklotz, Maria Helena, 91 of Clearwater passed away on May 8, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carlos and her parents.
Maria is leaving behind her loving friends, Natalia Oldenburg of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tanya Altschaft of Palm Harbor and Stephanie Haag, Stevie Blumberg, Judy Pitre all of Clearwater, as well as many other friends whose life she touched by her...
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Joseph Davis Crispell
June 27, 1928 - May 6, 2013
Crispell, Joseph D. 84, of Clearwater, passed away May 6, 2013.
Born on June 27, 1928 and raised in Brooklyn, NY as the second of six children of Oakley Burnett & Blanche (Davis) Crispell, and ninth-generation descendant of Antoine Crispell who arrived in New York in 1660.
Joe was an Auxiliary Officer with the Salvation Army from the late 1950s through the 1970s. He was in charge of...
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Lois Ireta Nixon
January 11, 1926 - May 6, 2013
Lois Ireta Nixon, 87 of Clearwater passed away on Monday May 6, 2013 at Woodside Hopsice in Pinellas Park, FL. She was born in Ashland, Ohio and moved here in 1974 from Crestline, Ohio. She worked in a department store in fine jewelry as a sales person before her retirement. She was a member of the Heritage United Methodist Church in Clearwater for 35 years. Survivors include her husband of 59...
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Fred Williams
December 17, 1934 - May 5, 2013
WILLIAMS, Fred L. 78, of Largo, passed away May 5, 2013 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Fred is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Eartha, children Dennis (Pam) Williams, Marketta Williams, Bruce (Chanka) Williams, Keshia Bradford, Nadine (Surrey) Cherry, Cheryl Barrett, Jack Floyd; sisters Henrietta Myric, Leona Hall, Minnie Jones; and a host of grandchildren, great...
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Aida N. Khalil
March 20, 1936 - May 4, 2013
Khalil, Aida 77 of Palm Harbor departed peacefully unto the Lord on May 4, 2013, at the end of Holy week, her favorite time of year. She courageously battled cancer for the second time in her life after beating breast cancer 30 years earlier.
She was preceded in death by her father Shehata, mother Genvieve, brothers Nabih and Nagib. She is survived by Nessim, her loving husband of 43 years...
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Wanda L. Cunningham
November 7, 1926 - May 1, 2013
Cunningham, Wanda L., 86, passed away on Wednesday, May 1st, 2013 at Woodside Hospice House of Pinellas Park.
Wanda was predeceased by a daughter, Bonnie Hirsch and leaves behind daughter, Linda (Don) Bonneau; son, Eric (Sheree) Cunningham); five grandsons and four great grandchildren.
A public gathering will take place at Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 from 10:00-11...
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Vanda M Ghiselli
January 31, 1936 - April 30, 2013
Vanda Marie Ghiselli, 77 of Tampa, died Tuesday, April 30, 2013. She is survived by her children, Jorge McClelland and Diane Flanders, and by her five grandchildren, Danny, Gary, Andrew, Kyle and Tori. She is also survived by her two siblings, Alexander Xavier and Shirley Wright. May she rest in peace.
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Sylvester T Mather
January 17, 1922 - April 29, 2013
Sylvester Mather peacefully passed away on Monday the 29th of April in Clearwater, Florida. "Jack" as he was known by his friends was preceded in death by Evelyn, his beloved wife of 65 years, in 2006. Among his fondest memories was, along with his brother Bill, the ownership of Bridgeton Transit. As a local business it touched the lives of many Bridgetonians who remained friends long after...
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Sandra McMullen Kane
May 17, 1938 - April 28, 2013
Sandra McMullen Kane of Clearwater died April 28, 2013, she was 74. She is survived by her son, Bret , 2 grandsons, her twin sister Donna McMullen and sister Betty Joe Lehman.
Sandra was born to Netta Mae and Robert McMullen of Clearwater in the late spring of 1938. She inherited her love of flowers, gardening and painting from her mother who owned the McMullen flower shop on Main Street in...
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David M. Koster, Jr.
August 28, 1933 - April 26, 2013
Koster, David M. Jr., 79, Palm Harbor, FL, went to be with the Lord to sing with Angels on Friday, April 26th, 2013.
He was born in Brooklyn, NY and was a United States Marines Veteran having served in the Korean Conflict.
He was a retired New York City Police Officer, having dedicated over twenty years to the force. From there, he moved on to Florida where he devoted his next twenty...
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Angelo Cipriano
May 16, 1937 - April 24, 2013
Angelo Cipriano, 75, of Clearwater Florida and formerly of Mt. Vernon, New York passed away on April 24, 2013.
Angelo is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Lucille, his son Andrew and Wife Joanie of Colorado, his son Eric and companion Denise of Colorado, his son Gregory and companion Amy of Largo, Florida and his loving sister Carol, and her husband Vinny of Somers, New York, and his...
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Lt. Col. Leon M. Gauvreau
December 6, 1944 - April 24, 2013
G GAUVREAU, Lt Col. Leon M., 68 of Clearwater, died April 24, 2013 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was predeceased in death by his son, Bryan David and his parents Leon Myron Sr and Ruth, both of Tampa. Survivors include his wife of 45 yrs, Karen, daughter Kristine Urea (Rick) and three grandchildren, Brianna, Hudson and Christian of Port Jefferson, NY.
While Leon was...
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James "Jimmy" Pedigo
March 15, 1963 - April 23, 2013
Pedigo, James Eric, "Jimmy", 50, Clearwater, FL, passed away on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013 at Woodside Hospice of Pinellas Park. He was proud to be born and live his life in Clearwater, Florida. Jimmy was a descendant of Pinellas County's famed Odet Philippe and his daughter, Merliney Philippe Booth and Grandmother, Teama Booth Pedigo. He was a lifelong musician specializing in vocals, keyboards...
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Ruth M. Latherow
June 8, 1920 - April 20, 2013
L Ruth Marie Latherow passed away Saturday, April 2013, at Pacifica Senior Care( formerly the Villas of Bellaire) Ruth and husband, Harrity moved to Largo in the early 1940's from Pennsylvania. One daughter, Janet Keller was born in Pennsylvania, two sons Robert Latherow and Richard Latherow of Tarpon Springs were born in St. Petersburg and Clearwater respectively. Ruth was preceded in death by...
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Muriel A. Gee
September 13, 1920 - April 20, 2013
GEE, Muriel A. age 92 of Safety Harbor Florida died on Saturday April 20, 2013 at Mease Continuing Care.
Muriel was born in New York City on September 13, 1920 to her loving parents Theodore Vincent and Eunice (Schuler) Gee.
Muriel attended school in New York City and upon graduating from High School in 1938 she went to work for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. She worked her way up...
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Robert Taylor Canfield
March 31, 1951 - April 19, 2013
Canfield, Robert Taylor age 62 of Clearwater, Florida died on Friday April 19, 2013.
Survived by his wife Mary Beth, Children Bobby and Taycora. Grandchildren Taylor Jayde and Charles Elliot. Brothers Jack and Rick; Sister Kim Kirberger.
Taylor was born March 31, 1951 in Wheeling, WV. He went to South Side High School in Ft. Wayne, IN and graduated in 1969. He served in the United...
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Victor J. Tofany
May 8, 1921 - April 18, 2013
TOFANY, Dr. Victor J. age 91, Clearwater, went to be with the Lord Thursday, April 18, 2013, when he passed away at his home.
He was born and resided in Rochester, NY, until retiring to Florida in 1990.
He was a United States Army Veteran having served in WWII, and an active member of the American Legion.
Dr. Tofany was graduates of St. Bonaventure University of New York and the...
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Keith Edgerton
August 28, 1963 - April 16, 2013
EDGERTON, Keith 49, of Clearwater, passed away April 16, 2013 after a courageous battle with a long term illness.
Keith is survived by Laura, his loving wife of 17 years; his father, Glenn; brother, Curtis; mother-in-law and father-in-law Gail and Vincent Rossi; brother-in-law, Vince Rossi; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a large family of friends. He was preceded in death by his...
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Joseph John Schebell
September 5, 1921 - April 15, 2013
SCHEBELL, Joseph John 91, of Clearwater died April 15, 2013 at Largo Medical Center.
Joseph was born September 5, 1921 to parents Florence Borassi and Anthony Schebell in North Tonawanda, New York. Joseph was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Kathleen North Schebell, and daughter Christine Schebell. He is survived by his daughter Sally (Robert) Schebell Guido, 4 grandchildren,...
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Russell Owens
September 18, 1927 - April 14, 2013
Owens, Russell, 85 of Clearwater, FL passed away on Sunday April 14, 2013. Born in Forest City, PA, he came to Clearwater in 1984 from Asbury Park, NJ.
He was a retired maintenance engineer, a Methodist and served in the US Army during WWII.
Memberships include, GIA Certified Gemologist, a Mason and a Shriner.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Gene L. Owens; then...
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Charles Pranka
March 23, 1923 - April 13, 2013
Pranka, Charles 90, of Clearwater, FL and formerly of Waterbury, CT passed away on Saturday, April 13th, 2013 at Brookside Hospice of Palm Harbor with his family by his side.
Charles was a United States Army/ Air Corp Veteran having served during the Battle of the Bulge of WWII and eventually went on to retire from Century Brass.
He leaves behind his wife of 65 years, Jean (Turner); two...
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Luise Carmen
May 19, 1931 - April 12, 2013
Luise Carmen, 81, of Palm Harbor, FL passed away April 12, 2013. Born in Augsburg, Germany, she came to the US in 1952. She lived in Clifton, NJ until moving to Palm Harbor in 1990. She was an avid bowler and dominoes player. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, George, survived by her loving daughter, Susan Sisco & granddaughter, Kim Jaquez (Phil). Visitation will be held at...
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Herbert A. Bartlett, Sr.
December 6, 1921 - April 12, 2013
Bartlett, Herbert A., Sr., 91 of Clearwater, Florida passed away Friday April 12, 2013.
He was born in Quincy, MA on December 6, 1921. He moved to Clearwater in 1985 upon retirement from the Canal Electric Company of Sandwich, MA.
He was a US Coast Guard veteran during WWII which he served with distinction in the Asiatic Theater.
He was preceded in death in 2007 by his wife of 65...
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Sue Ella Carlson
March 2, 1921 - April 11, 2013
Sue E. Carlson, 92, of Clearwater passed away, Thursday, April 11, 2013. She was born in Brooksville, Florida, on March 3, 1921. She earned her bachelor's degree in Mathematics and teaching certification from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida. After graduation Mrs. Carlson taught mathematics courses at high schools around Florida in Brooksville, Arcadia, and Gainesville. While in...
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Jack S Titus
February 22, 1932 - April 11, 2013
Jack Stuart Titus, 81, of Odessa, FL and Bradford, PA passed away quickly and unexpectedly in New Port Richey, Florida on Thursday, April 11, 2013.
He was born February 22, 1932 in Cochrantan, PA and is preceeded in death by his parents, Leonard Ray Titus and Julia Bruce Deets Titus. Also preceding him was his only brother, Robert Titus. He is survived by one sister, Virginia Lee Durst of...
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Beryl M. Allen
March 25, 1923 - April 11, 2013
ALLEN, Beryl M. age 90 died Thursday April 11, 2013 at Mease Countryside Hospital. Beryl was born on March 25, 1923 in Australia. She meet her husband Charles, in Australia, who was from the United States. They married and their first born son was Terry J. Allen. After Terry was born, they moved to the United States. A second son Larry was born. Beryl and Charles moved to Pinellas County Florida...
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Wilbert Graber
May 21, 1924 - April 9, 2013
Graber, Wilbert L., 88, Clearwater, FL., formerly of Massillon, OH., passed away on Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 at Westchester Gardens of Clearwater. He was born in Massillon, OH and retired as a Purchasing Agent for Edward R. Hart Co. He was a United Stated Army Veteran and a dedicated member of the Richville United Church of Christ. Wilbert was predeceased by his wife, Rhea Graber and son, David...
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Elizabeth S. "Betty" Bauer
June 12, 1920 - April 9, 2013
Mrs. Elizabeth (Betty) S. Bauer, née Myers, 92, of Largo, passed away peacefully at Brookside Hospice House on Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 after a brief illness. Betty was pre-deceased by her beloved husband Edward in 2000. She leaves to mourn 3 surviving children: Dr. Robert Bauer of Valdosta, GA (Inday); Mrs. Betty Hudd (Joe) of Safety Harbor; and Mr. Karl Bauer of Silver Spring, MD (Maggie); her...
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Marinette M Schiestl
April 17, 1921 - April 8, 2013
Marinette Molard Schiestl, 91 of Clearwater, Florida passed away on Monday April 8, 2013. She was born in Rennes, France in 1921. She was the eldest of the seven children born to Henri and Marie Ange Molard. Marinette's husband, who is deceased, was Dr. John Schiestl. They met in Rennes, France during WWII and married there in 1946. They settled in St. Louis, MO where Dr. John was born and raised...
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Joan Q Dein
September 25, 1919 - April 7, 2013
Dein, Joan, 93, Clearwater, FL, passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2013 at Brookside Hospice of Palm Harbor. She was born in Indiana and spent a fair part of her life in Homewood, IL where she was an accountant for the Chicago Housing Authority. Joan eventually retired to Florida in 1992. She was Roman Catholic, a member of the Catholic Daughters of Americas, a member of Espiritu Santo Catholic...
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Raymond J Vigre
November 3, 1956 - April 7, 2013
Raymond J. Vigre, age 56, Clearwater, FL, died Sunday, April 7, 2013, at home. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and moved to Clearwater, FL in 1994, from Fort Myers, FL. He was in Network Technical Support with Hewlett Packard on the Bank of America account.
He is survived by his wife - Lisa Kothe; son - Jack Surget; daughter- Jenna Vigre; father – Walter Vigre, all of Clearwater. ...
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Grace Gay Holley Powell
May 5, 1943 - April 7, 2013
Grace "Gay" Holley Powell, 69, of Clearwater, Florida, passed away on Sunday, April 7, at Brookside Hospice of Palm Harbor. It was just like her to head to Heaven on a Sunday.
Gay was the first child born to Kelsey and Grace Holley in Memphis, Tennessee. She graduated from White Station High School in Memphis and went on to be a wife, homemaker, and mom. She dedicated her life to raising her...
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George Frank Lambrakos
September 12, 1941 - April 4, 2013
Lambrakos, George Frank, 71 of Hollywood, FL (formerly Clearwater) passed away on Thursday April 4, 2013 in Aventura, FL. He was born in the Bronx, NY and moved to Hollywood, FL in 1972 from Greenville, SC. He was in sales most of his life and was a member of the St. Georges Greek Orthodox Church in Hollywood, FL. Survivors include his brother, Peter Lambrakos of St. Petersburg, FL and many...
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Richard Benjamin Crowley
December 27, 1921 - April 4, 2013
Richard B. Crowley of Indian Rocks Beach died on April 4, 2013. Richard was born on December 27, 1921, in Park Ridge, New Jersey to James Crowley and Ida Pilger Crowley and was the youngest of eleven children. Richard lost his mother when he was two and his father when he was eight. Thereafter, Richard was raised by an aunt in Queens, New York; his brother George Washington (Mickey) Crowley...
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Janet A. Santucci
January 4, 1934 - April 3, 2013
S antucci, Janet A. 79, Largo, Fl, passed away on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013 at Manor Care of Tampa under the care of Lifepath Hospice.
Born in Bridgeport, Ct. she was a resident of Milford, Ct. before relocating to Pinellas County from Laconia, NH.
Preceded in death by her husband, Edward J. Santucci Sr. and daughter Cheryl Santucci. She is survived by her son Edward J. Santucci Jr.,...
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Esther "Nanny" Buczkowski
April 10, 1926 - April 3, 2013
Buczkowski, Esther "Nanny", 86 of Clearwater passed away on Wednesday April 4, 2013 at Brookside Hospice. She was born in Philadelphia, PA and moved here in the late 70's. She was a Catholic, wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a perogie maker. Survivors include her daughter, Diane Falcone (Al) of Aloha, OR; son, Edwin Buczkowski (Ericka) of Tarpon Springs, FL; granddaughters,...
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Ronald W. Shovan
June 30, 1933 - April 2, 2013
Ronald W. Shovan, a retired Senior Engineering Fellow at Honeywell, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was 79. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, he was raised in Orange, Massachusetts, where his family owned and ran the White Drum restaurant. He attended St. Olaf College, then joined the US Army and was stationed at Ft. Bliss, Texas and White Sands Proving Grounds.
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Harriet J. Mason
October 14, 1920 - April 1, 2013
MASON, Harriet J. age 92 of Clearwater died Monday April 1, 2013. Graveside service Monday April 8, 2013 11 a.m. Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home.
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Modesta Bonet
January 2, 1917 - March 31, 2013
BONET, Modesta
96, of Palm Harbor passed away Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013. She was born in Comerio, Puerto Rico. Modesta was the oldest of 12 children. Her passion was gardening, and she was her happiest when tending to her plants and flowers. Even at her advanced age, she was feisty and funny. She is survived by her 3 daughters; Nery Serie, Gloria Sayago and Bibi Alexander. Also 5...
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Edward J Kelly
June 29, 1924 - March 30, 2013
Edward John Kelly, "Papa", 88, went to Heaven on March 30, 2013, where he was greeted by his best friend and wife, Dera Lee.
Born June 29, 1924, Ed, the eldest of nine, was raised in Providence, R.I. Ed, who was quite the adventurer, proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WW II and in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean conflict.
Ed, Dera Lee, and their children moved from Atlanta, GA...
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Mary Evelyn Carpenter
October 4, 1919 - March 29, 2013
Mary Evelyn Carpenter, 93 of Seminole, FL passed away on Friday March 29, 2013 at Palm Gardens of Largo. She was born in Camden, OH and moved to Clearwater in 1961 from College Corner, OH. She was a homemaker and of the Methodist faith. Survivors include her brother, Tom Ferris (Mary Lou) of Liberty IN; sister, Jean Minneman of Dayton, OH; son' John Carpenter of Dunedin, FL; daughter, Linda Ash ...
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Wanda Ryan
October 20, 1920 - March 29, 2013
R Ryan, Wanda 92 of Clearwater died March 29, 2013. Predeceased by her husband John. She is Survived by her dear friends Beverly Zarcone and Pat Pulsonetti. Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home 727-796-1992. Services will be private.
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Douglas Wallace Drummond
June 12, 1946 - March 29, 2013
Drummond, Douglas Wallace 66, passed away suddenly, Friday March 29th, 2013. He had been a resident of Northwest Tampa since 1997. He was born June 12, 1946 in Princeton, New Jersey a loving son to Margaret and Robert Drummond . He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Karen Drummond, his daughter and son in-law Megan & Kenneth Dean, his son Douglas Drummond, his sisters Ayn, Katherine, and...
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Charles Edward "Ed" Weston
March 7, 1926 - March 28, 2013
Charles "Ed" Weston
Age 87, of Oldsmar passed away Thursday, March 28, 2013, at home. Born in Cambridge, Ohio, he moved to Florida in 1960. He was a Navy veteran of WWII, life member of VFW, life member of the American Legion, and member of the First Baptist Church of Safety Harbor. He received his greatest pleasure in life in his loving family. Survivors include his wife of 54 years,...
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Thomas H. Tarver
June 16, 1921 - March 26, 2013
Tarver, Thomas H., 91, Clearwater, died Tuesday, March 26th at Brookside Hospice of Palm Harbor.
Born in Memphis, TN and raised in Walls, MS, he came here in 1972.
He was a 1942 graduate of the United States Military Academy, West Point, NY and had a Masters Degree from George Washington University. He retired from the United States Army in 1972. His 30 years of active duty included...
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Rex N. Gifford
July 2, 1925 - March 26, 2013
Rex N. Gifford, 87 of New Port Richey passed away on Tuesday March 26, 2013 at Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Home in Land O' Lakes. He was born in Pennsville, OH and came here in 2000. From Huron, OH. He worked for Curtis Automotive Parts in sales for 23 years retiring in 1989. He was a US Air Force Veteran and of the Lutheran Faith. Survivors include his wife, Dolores; sons, Bruce Gifford of...
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Violette H. Kurtz, "Vi"
February 28, 1914 - March 26, 2013
Kurtz, Violette H. (Vi), 99, of Ocoee, Plant City and Dunedin, Florida, peacefully passed away on March 26, 2013.
She was born in Pittsburgh, PA. Preceded in death by her beloved husband John W. (Bill) Kurtz and her son John W. (Jack) Kurtz, Jr. Violette is survived by her devoted children, Alan (Jo Ann) Kurtz of Plant City, FL, Karyn Kurtz of Ocoee, FL, with whom she resided, Debra (Peter...
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Jeanette M. Curry
October 27, 1932 - March 26, 2013
Curry, Jeanette M, 80, Tampa, passed away on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013.
Jeanette was a beautiful and caring woman whose looks always belied her age. She was a wonderful, loving mother, wife, and grandmother. Above all, she was a Christian who loved the Lord.
Jeanette was born the second child of Robert and Pauline (Haskins) McDonald on October 27, 1932 in Salem, WV. Her much-loved...
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Evelyn Louise "Nana" Yaitanes
August 9, 1916 - March 25, 2013
Evelyn Louise Yaitanes (Nana), 96 of Largo passed away Monday, March 25 at Largo Medical Center. She was born in Lowell, Massachusetts and moved here in 1960 from Brookline, Massachusetts. She was a homemaker and of the Catholic faith. Survivors include her sons, John Yaitanes of Clearwater, FL and Peter Yaitanes of Lynchberg, VA; brother, Frank Iarrobino of Alexandria, VA; sisters, Nancy...
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C. William "Bill" Lee
April 24, 1931 - March 24, 2013
Lee, C. William "Bill" age 81, of Palm Harbor, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2013 at home. He was born April 24, 1931 in West Salem, Ohio. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Linda; two sons and one daughter, C. William Lee (Kendra) of Littleton, CO, Cynthia Johnson of Wilmington, DE and Christopher (Betsy) of Wilmington, DE. He has 2 granddaughters and 6 grandsons; two brothers...
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Luanna A. Rogers
May 13, 1937 - March 22, 2013
R Rogers, Luanna A. 75 of Tarpon Springs died March 22, 2013
From Sharon Rogers Briggs Her Daughter
Luanna Rogers was a strong woman. She was independent yet committed to her family. She was a great Mom and caregiver to her children and husband Buddy. She would have hated to see herself in such a condition that someone else would need to take care of her.
Unfortunately, at the young age of...
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Leroy L. Bowen, Sr.
March 30, 1931 - March 22, 2013
Leroy Bowen left behind the love of his life Mary Bowen, 2 children Cindy and Lewis, 4 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren. He loved and had a passion in serving our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and his community by dedicating his time as a Volunteer Chaplain at the Pinellas County Jail, Deacon at the Dunedin Assembly of God Church, Gideon in the Clearwater Camp and serving in Praise and...
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Faye McAleer Akin
September 30, 1921 - March 21, 2013
Akin, Faye McAleer 91 of Clearwater died March 21, 2013. Survived by 2 Sons, Teddy Jr. and Richard (Sue); Daughter, Pam; 2 Grandchildren- Ted III and
Faye Victoria; 1 Great Granddaughter, Lacie. Faye was preceded in death by her husband, Teddy Sr.
Family will have private services. Memorial donations may be made in Faye's name to Suncoast Hospice at 5771 Roosevelt Blvd. Clearwater, FL 33760...
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Mary C. White
April 26, 1925 - March 20, 2013
White, Mary age 87, passed away Wednesday March 20, 2013 at Woodside Hospice House of natural causes.
Mary was born in Augusta Georgia on April 26, 1925 to Campbell and Ella Meadows.
Mary then resided in Georgia, Kentucky and Illinois before retiring and moving to Largo Florida.
Mary spent all her employment in the Food Service industry, while spending some 20 years with Marriot Corp....
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James Richard Hearn
February 21, 1942 - March 19, 2013
James (Jim) R. Hearn, 71, of Palm Harbor, Florida died Tuesday, March 19. He recently won a successful battle with cancer only to be taken after a very short illness. Jim was born in Michigan on February 21, 1942. He was the son of Catherine (Kate) and Johnny Hearn.
Jim graduated from Lowery High School in Dearborn, Michigan. He served his country in the United States Army. He began his...
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Annie Owen
April 7, 1908 - March 19, 2013
Owen, Annie Hook, 104, Tampa, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 19th, 2013. Annie was a native of Tampa and had lived her entire life here. She had an active life being involved in Church work, President of the Church Women United, Eastern Star and was very active in local political campaigns working for several different mayoral candidates. Annie was predeceased in...
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Joseph F. DeAloia
July 16, 1918 - March 19, 2013
DeAloia, Joseph F., age 94, of Dunedin, FL, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at Oak Tree Manor Assisted Living, Seminole, FL. He
was born July 16, 1918 in Dayton, OH.
Joe was preceded in death by his father, Antonio and mother, Carmella; 5 brothers and 7 sisters. He is survived by his children, Nanci (Donald) Wilson and Joe II (Flor) DeAloia, 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren...
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Josine Heijnen-Pullen
November 3, 1947 - March 18, 2013
Josine Heijnen-Pullen
November 3, 1947 - March 18, 2013
Josine Heijnen-Pullen, 65, passed away on March 18, 2013 in Clearwater, Florida. She was born on November 3, 1947 in Roosendaal, Netherlands. Josine moved to the United States with her family in 1978.
What she enjoyed most is spending time with her beloved family. Josine was a very kind and gentle soul; she had a loving and generous...
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Mary Agnes "Mae" O'Connell
May 19, 1916 - March 18, 2013
O'Connell, Mary Agnes (Foy)
A woman of beauty, strength and grace who centered her life around her family and faith. Mary was born in County Sligo, town of Rathlee, Ireland, Mary Agnes (Foy) O'Connell (known as Mae) celebrated her last St. Patrick's Day, dying peacefully and of natural causes at Manor Care of Palm Harbor, Florida at the age of 96+ (May 19, 1916 - March 18, 2013). Her...
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Edward T. Oliver
November 10, 1931 - March 18, 2013
Edward Thomas Oliver went to be with his Lord on March 18, 2013.
Edward was born on November 10, 1931 in Scranton, PA. He was a 1948 graduate of Dunmore High School. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps. While in the Marines he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior. This decision led to his becoming a college Bible teacher. He graduated in 1958 from Shelton College in...
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Francis A. Seavy
October 10, 1921 - March 17, 2013
Seavy, Francis A. 91, of Clearwater, died on Sunday, March 17, 2013.
Francis was an avid competitive sailor, woodworker and musician.
Born in Jacksonville, Florida, he was the son of George Seavy (Mayor of Clearwater from 1941-1946) and Lucie Strother Seavy who moved to Clearwater when Francis was a young child. He worked for the family business, Seavy Lumber Company, and later for...
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Kathleen L. Boline
October 21, 1943 - March 15, 2013
Boline, Kathleen L, 69, Palm Harbor, FL., went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 15th, 2013 when she passed away at her home.
She was born in Norfolk, VA., and moved to Florida in 1977.
Locally, she was a member of St Timothy's Lutheran Church of Tarpon Springs and was a retired local area Hairdresser.
She was predeceased by her father, David Morris and a sister, Barbara O'Brien....
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Jane M. Bueck
July 6, 1929 - March 14, 2013
BUECK, Jane M. 83, of Palm Harbor passed away March 14, 2013.
Jane will be remembered as a strong woman with a passion for her Catholic faith, her family, her country, and for helping others in need. She served in the U.S. Navy where she met her husband and love of her life, Robert Bueck. Jane earned her Master's degree and spent many years as a social worker where her compassion for others...
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Arthur O. Lindblom, Jr.
June 14, 1924 - March 14, 2013
Dr. Arthur O. Lindblom Jr, 88, of Palm Harbor, Florida, formerly of Ashville, New York died Thursday, March 14, 2013, in Florida where he resided since 1972.
He was born June 14, 1924 in Jamestown, NY, the son of the late Dr. Arthur O. Lindblom Sr. and H. Elizabeth Anderson Lindblom.
He was a graduate of Jamestown High School and received his Doctorate of Veterinarian Medicine from...
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Maria V. Caffentzis
January 1, 1934 - March 13, 2013
CAFFENTZIS, MARIA V., 79 of Clearwater passed away Wednesday March, 13, 2013. Maria was born in New York City on January 1st, 1934. She attended Washington Irving H.S. and upon graduation went to work for the Navy Department. She and her husband, Peter, met in November of 1951 and corresponded throughout his 3 years in the Army (1952-55). They married on February 3rd 1957 in St Barbara's Church...
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Geneva Derringer
July 6, 1922 - March 12, 2013
Derringer, Geneva, 90 of Clearwater passed away on Tuesday March 12, 2013 at Clearwater Comprehensive Health Care. She lived a good long life, was born in Corbin, KY and came to Clearwater in 1980 from Shawneetown, IL. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include her son, Joe Derringer, Sr. of Colorado; daughter, Sandy Meyer of...
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Edwin B. Gresham III
December 29, 1934 - March 12, 2013
Edwin B. Gresham, 78, of Clearwater passed away March 12, 2013. A native of Greensboro, N.C., he was the son of Christine Howard and E.B. Gresham, Jr.
He graduated from Georgia Military Academy and Wake Forest College, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity.
He came to Clearwater in 1962 and was employed at Honeywell as an electronics buyer, later retiring from United...
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Alda Genevieve "Genny" Weaver
October 6, 1919 - March 10, 2013
WEAVER, ALDA GENEVIEVE (GENNY) 93 years of age of Clearwater, Florida passed away on March 10,2013
She was born the daughter of Horace and Laura Sharar in Wayne County, Illinois on October 6, 1919. She married Vaurice Weaver in 1941, and later settled in the Fairbury, Illinois area in 1943.
In 1958, having earned her certification, she established a very successful beauty shop.
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Naida C Llompart
April 14, 1919 - March 10, 2013
Llompart, Naida C., 93 of Oldsmar passed away on Sunday March 10, 2013. She was born in Puerto Rico and married to Francisco R Sein in 1940 that preceded her in death and also her daughter, Priscila. She is survived by 3 daughters, Marta (Daniel) Coll, Miriam (Ivan) Fernandez, and Eunice (Stephen) Koon. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 18 great granddchildren. The Memorial Service...
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John Philip Schmidt
February 14, 1937 - March 9, 2013
John Philip Schmidt of Tarpon Springs died Saturday, March 9, 2013, after a brief battle with cancer.
He was 76. Born in Riverside, CA, John traveled extensively and served with the U.S. Marines in the
Korean War before settling in Pinellas County. John was the Commercial and Industrial HVAC guru for
Florida Power Corporation, supervising the utility's Call Center. John is survived by his wife...
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Opal C. Bevins
May 3, 1920 - March 7, 2013
Bevins, Opal C. age 92, of Clearwater, Florida passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2013.
Opal was born on May 3,1920 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia to Ira and Missouri Collins.
Opal attended local schools and graduated high school going on to become a hairdresser and cosmetician.
She is survived by her son; Bobby D. Bevins of Palm Harbor, Florida.
Services will be officiated by Pastor...
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Alexander Archibald
August 8, 1925 - March 7, 2013
Archibald, Alexander, 87 of Clearwater passed away on Thursday March 7, 2013. He was born in Stamford, CT and was an electical engineer. He was a member of the Northwood Presbyterian Church and a veteran of the USAF during WWII. He was preceded in by his wife, Margaret. Survived by his sister-in-law, Jenette Huber.
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John Sardo
February 13, 1921 - March 7, 2013
Sardo, John, 92 of Clearwater passed away on Thursday March 7, 2013 at Woodside Suncoast Hospice. He was born in Elmira, NY and came to Clearwater in 1986 from Horseheads, NY. He was in the U.S. Army during WWII with the 68th Armored Infantry Battalion in central Europe earning him the American Service, Good Conduct, WWII Victory and the EAME Campaign medals. He was of the Roman Catholic Faith....
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Mary Louise Cline
December 16, 1946 - March 5, 2013
Cline, Mary Louise 66, of Clearwater, Florida passed away on Tuesday, March 5th., 2013 at Sylvan Health Center of Clearwater from compilcations of Multiple Sclerosis.
She was born in Washington, PA. and retired to Florida in 2006.
She was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Lena Glecek. She leaves behind one brother and one sister.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to...
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H. Irene Moore
August 8, 1915 - March 5, 2013
Moore, Irene 97, passed away March 5, 2013 in Clearwater, Florida. She is survived by her loving family. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, March 12th at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, Clearwater beginning at 10 am.
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Robert Pizzini
September 11, 1929 - March 4, 2013
PIZZINI, Robert McWilliam passed away March 4, 2013.
Robert was born in Plainsfield, NJ and attended The Peddie School in Hightstown, NJ and later Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA.
He was a proud U.S. Navy veteran and a member on the New York Stock Exchange until his retirement in 1985.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Joyce; sons Ken and Brian; and grandchildren Samantha and...
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Catherine E. Arbia
November 22, 1980 - March 4, 2013
Arbia Catherine E. age 32 passed on Monday March 4, 2013 in Safety Harbor, Florida. She was born in Plainview, New York to Joseph and Gloria Arbia on November 22, 1980. She moved to Florida in 1990.
Catherine was loved by everyone.
She is survived by her parents Joseph and Gloria Arbia, Sister Victoria Arbia; Brother Michael and his wife Amada and brother Matthew Arbia. Her niece...
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Roger A. Erekson
February 26, 1943 - March 4, 2013
Erekson, Roger 70 passed away March 4, 2013. Roger is survived by his devoted wife of 34 years, Judi; and daughter, Britt. Brother, Norman and sister-in-law, Barbara; brother Paul (deceased), and sister-in-law Elaine, sister, Gloria, and brother-in-law, Gilbert Rezendes; sister, Janice and, brother-in-law, Bobby Fallis; sister, Cynthia; brother-in-law James Desmarais and wife Michelle and...
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Helen C. Swankie
October 8, 1915 - March 4, 2013
Swankie, Helen C., 97, of Clearwater, passed away March 4, 2013. She was a native of New York, NY and moved to this area in 1974 from Buchanan, NY. She was a retired cashier for Frank G. Lindsey Elementary School. She volunteered at
UPARC and the Food Pantry for over 30 years and enjoyed crocheting and bowling. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 plus years, Thomas A. Swankie. ...
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Eileen M. Leigh-Leary
February 1, 1925 - March 3, 2013
LEIGH-LEARY, Eileen 88, died March 3, 2013.
Survived by her children, Eileen, William, Ann Marie, Michael, Karen, John, Gerard, Thomas; 29 grandchildren and18 great-grandchildren.
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