Obituaries

Aug 26, 2016

Rev. Joe Aaron Williams, age 78, retired pastor living in Ocala, Florida, passed away on August 26, 2016 after a lengthy struggle with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Diseases.  He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Sue M. Williams; a son, Rev. Keith Williams and his wife, Susan Williams; a daughter, Karen Hudgins and her husband,...

Aug 25, 2016

Nancy Ruth Marcum Hilliard, age 63, departed this world on August 25, 2016. She died peacefully under Hospice care. She is survived by her husband, Gene Hilliard; her daughter, Jennifer Smith Heckman (Chuck Kinkead); her son, William Smith (Bonnie); her four grandchildren, Shelby and Roger Heckman, Kolton and Kayden Smith; her three brothers and seven sisters.

Aug 24, 2016

Christine Elaine Reed, 38, passed away on August 24, 2016.  Born in Albion, New York to Charles and Lori Hubler Reed on December 15, 1977. Christine moved to Florida as a child with her parents in the early 80's.  She worked as a waitress.

Christine is survived by her father and mother, Charles and Lori...

Aug 22, 2016

Ronald "Ronnie" Eric Huebner, 30, passed away on August 22, 2016.  Born in Libertyville, Illinois to Alice Huebner and Brian Pierce on September 30, 1985. Ronnie grew up and lived between Illinois and Florida. Ronnie is survived by his mother and step-father, Alice and Guy Iannone; father and step-mother, Brian and Patti Pierce; fiance, Megan Merrifield; brother, Tyson Hughes; sisters, Alicia...

Aug 20, 2016

Ocala - Belle T. Harrell, 103, passed away peacefully August 20, 2016 at Estelle’s House.  Born May 14, 1913 in Irwin County, GA to Joseph Ephron and Mary Ellen Owens Turner. She worked as a fruit grader in the citrus industry. Her children were her world and she also enjoyed reading and sewing.

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Aug 19, 2016

Ocala - Wayne Elbert Crews Sr., 62, passed away August 19, 2016 at home. Born March 26, 1954 in Olustee, FL to Elbert and Blanche Harris Crews. He owned and operated Crews Paving Co. and enjoyed fishing.

He is survived by his girlfriend, Kay DeLong; son, Wayne E. Crews, Jr.; daughters, Brandi DeLong,...

Aug 17, 2016

Ellen Louise McKee, 84, passed away peacefully at home on August 17, 2016. Born in Wooster, Ohio to Walter LeRoy and Eveyln Chloe Harmon on January 25, 1932. She moved to Marion County in 1969. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Walter McKee; and son, Michael. Louise is survived by her son, Douglas McKee; brothers, Richard Harmon, Kenny...

Aug 12, 2016

Citra - Lester Dean "Skip" Law, 75, passed away on August 12, 2016. Born to Wilbur and Margret Corey Law on April 1, 1941 in Lansing, Michigan. Skip moved to Marion County in 1992. He was an avid bowler, winning several city-wide championships. Skip enjoyed collecting baseball cards, cookie jars, and diecast semi-trucks. He loved Christmas time and setting up his Christmas...

Aug 10, 2016

Barbara Lee Alligood, 62, went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 10, 2016.  Born in Mansfield, Ohio to Ruby Jewel Barker on August 14, 1953. She moved to Ocala, FL in 1984. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Silver Springs. Barbara enjoyed gardening and taking care of her church’s...

Aug 10, 2016

Ocala - Henry “Ervin” Richardson, Jr., 70, passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2016. Born to Henry Ervin Richardson, Sr. and Lucille Bryant on January 10, 1946 in Mullins, South Carolina. Ervin moved to Marion County in 2008. He was an active member of Woodside Baptist Church. He was an avid...

Aug 8, 2016

Ocala - Robert Owen O'Connor died August 8, 2016 at Hospice. Born to Edward J. O'Connor and Gloria Lillick on November 22, 1942 in Astoria, NY. Robert was a Detective for NYPD and a Deputy for Marion County Sheriff's Department. He enjoyed to fish and raise chickens. He was also an avid wood carver and history buff....

Aug 8, 2016

Ocala - William 'Bill' Fish, 82, passed away Monday night, August 8, 2016. He was born in Baker County on August 17, 1933 to Benjamin Gay Foy and Sarah Canady Fish. He was one of 12 children.

He is survived by four sisters, Cherie Pearson, Typhnes Midkiff (Don), Joyce Thrift and Ellender Lee;...

Aug 8, 2016

Anthony - Joyce Ann Cannon Priest, 61, of Anthony, FL passed away August 8, 2016 at Hospice. Born to Daniel C. Cannon, II and Joyce Williams Cannon on May 8, 1955 in Bartow, FL. Joyce graduated from Vanguard High School in 1973. Joyce was a Rural Carrier for 28 years and a Rural Mail Carrier Academy Instructor...

Aug 7, 2016

Alfred Lalonde February 25, 1940 – August 7, 2016 After years of coping with numerous health issues, Al peacefully passed away at home while watching the evening news with his wife. His dream of retiring to a peaceful lifestyle in the country was fulfilled when he and his wife moved from Boca Raton to Anthony twelve years...

Aug 5, 2016

Ocala - Robert Casmier Lyczynski passed away on August 5, 2016. Born to Robert Lyczynski and Theresa Swiatowy on March 3, 1955 in South Bend, Indiana. Robert worked as a roofer for a construction company. He served in the United States Army.

Robert is survived by his wife, Angela; daughters, Teresa Taylor, Tracy McGinnis, Jeannie; sons, Robert C. Lyczynski, Jr.; and sister,...

Aug 4, 2016

Ocala - Robert “Steve” Markham, 63, went to be with the Lord August 4, 2016.  Born March 2, 1953, in Middlesboro, KY to Robert and Martha Jones Markham.  He  lived in Ocala for the past 16 years. He worked as a Hair Stylist. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Markham;...

Jul 31, 2016

Joshua Van Nelson , Sr., 36, passed away on July 31, 2016. He was born in Ocala, FL, to Reed Nelson and Jeanne Beach Nelson. Joshua graduated from Belleview High School in 1999. He was a Communications Engineer. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time and playing card games with his family. His passion in his life was...

Jul 30, 2016

James Richard “Cat” Mixson died July 30, 2016 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, surrounded by family and close friends.  Born July 21, 1945 in Gainesville, Cat grew up in Flemington, graduated from Reddick High School. He became an Army Ranger and served in Vietnam.  He was a firefighter for the Ocala Fire Department for 25 years.  He owned and...

Jul 27, 2016

Alma Lee 'Robin' Bohrer Raines, 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Robin was born on July 21, 1955 in Miami, Florida to William Thomas Bohrer and Charlotte (Pat) Caruthers Bohrer. The family moved to Marion county in 1969.

Robin retired from E-One and started her...

Jul 27, 2016

ORR, Jean Carol Ocala - Jean Carol Orr, 78, passed away July 27, 2016. Born May 7, 1938 in Greensboro, NC to Floyd Reece and Ruth Rebecca New Combs.  She moved here from Miami 55 years ago, and was a hair dresser and cosmetologist. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughters, Lori...