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Kelly Ann Johnson

Kelly Ann Johnson

Dec 8, 2024

Kelly Ann Johnson (nee Duermeier)

April 11, 1958 to December 8, 2024

Kelly was born in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. The first-born daughter of Duane Edward and Nancy Gayle Duermeier (nee Anderson.) Kelly, Kim and Kerry were a year apart and were inseparable the early years of their lives. They moved to Arkansas for grade school and finally settled in Ocala, Florida, in the...

Norma Margaret Bushey Baker

Norma Margaret Bushey Baker

Dec 1, 2024

Norma Margaret Bushey Baker, age 89, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on December 1, 2024. She was born on May 16, 1935, in East Beekmantown, New York, a daughter of William and Margaret Bushey.

She is preceded by; husband, John Joseph Baker, parents William and Margaret( Taylor) Bushey. Brothers William Bushey, Donald Bushey, Ronald Bushey ,and Marvin Bushey.

She leaves behind to cherish...

Doris E May

Doris E May

Nov 30, 2024

Doris E. May, age 83, of Ocala, Florida, passed on gracefully to her next life adventure on November 30, 2024. She was born on June 11, 1941, in Kingsley, Michigan, and she was the daughter of Wendell and Goldie Worm.

She is preceded by her loving husband of almost 40 years, Gerald May. We know they are together in Heaven, and...

Ralph Douglas Simpson

Ralph Douglas Simpson

Nov 29, 2024

Ralph Douglas Simpson, age 87, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 29, 2024. He was born on November 25, 1937, in Miami, Florida, a son of Ralph and Isabelle Simpson. Known by all of his family and friends as Rocky. 

He leaves behind to cherish his memory: daughter, Robin Bryden (Beau); son, David Simpson (Patty); brother, "Jerry" Simpson; four grandchildren;...

Delores Ann Laman

Delores Ann Laman

Nov 28, 2024

Delores Ann Laman (known as Sissy) Age 66, of Fruitland Park, Florida, passed away on November 28th, 2024. She was born on January 14th, 1958, in Pikeville, Kentucky, the daughter of John and Anna Pinson.

She is preceded by her brother; Johnny Pinson.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory;her husband, Albert Laman; son, Shawn Laman; daughters, Rachael Diane Conard Schumm (Marty)...

Celvin McCoy Spears

Celvin McCoy Spears

Nov 28, 2024

In Loving Memory of Celvin McCoy Spears, November 20, 1940, Perry, Florida - November 28, 2024, Jacksonville, Florida

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Celvin McCoy Spears, beloved father, grandfather, and friend. He passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, at the age of 84, surrounded by his family. Celvin was a quiet man of faith...

Kenneth Ray Mills

Kenneth Ray Mills

Nov 28, 2024

Kenneth Ray Mills, age 72, of Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on November 28, 2024. Born on August 23, 1952, in Fellowship, Florida, he spent his life in Marion County where he worked with the county and worked in construction throughout his career. 

He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Eleanor Fay Mills, and his...

Douglas Allen McNeish

Douglas Allen McNeish

Nov 27, 2024

 Douglas Allen McNeish, Sr., age 68, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 27, 2024. He was born on June 14, 1956, in Grove City, Pennsylvania, a son of Kermith and Hazel Gugin.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory; wife, Mary Jane McNeish; son, Doug McNeish, Jr. (Heather); daughter, Beth Antis (Christopher); brothers, Hilt McNeish, Russ McNeish; sisters, Diane, Tina,...

Betty Diane Lloyd

Betty Diane Lloyd

Nov 27, 2024

Betty Diane Lloyd "Granny", 77, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on November 27, 2024 in Ocala, Florida. She was born On December 17, 1946 in Ocala, Florida to Paul Miller Jr., and Maggie Estelle Williford. She was a mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, great grandmother, and "Granny" to all who loved and knew her. 

She is preceded by...

James Anthony Bridges

James Anthony Bridges

Nov 24, 2024

James Anthony Bridges, age 81, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 24, 2024. He was born on March 5, 1943, in Columbus, Georgia, a son of Russell and Helen Bridges. 

He is preceded by; wife, Mary Bridges (2005); granddaughter, Danielle Swain (2018) He leaves behind to cherish his memory; children, Billy Jo Papp (Sean), Melissa Long (Jeff), Carole Inman (Jon),...

Ethel Ann Adair

Ethel Ann Adair

Nov 24, 2024

Ethel Ann Adair, age 81, of Anthony, Florida, passed away on November 24, 2024. She was born on September 1, 1943, in Delbarton, West Virginia, a daughter of Tommy and Margaret Adair. 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded by; son, Walter Gilley Jr; daughter, Angela Kay Gilley; sister, Ima Jean Watts.

She leaves behind; one son, Dennis Gilley (Patty); daughter-in-law,...

Drollene Mae Brown

Drollene Mae Brown

Nov 23, 2024

Drollene P. Brown

Author, Activist

Our Mom, Drollene P. Brown, 85, departed for her next great adventure on November 23, 2024 in Ocala, Florida. She was born on September 24, 1939 to Evelyn (McClure) and Wilson Plattner in St. Albans, West Virginia. She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, Albert J. Brown, Jr. Her former husband, Charles R....

Ruth Ward Raymer

Ruth Ward Raymer

Nov 22, 2024

Ruth Berryman Raymer of Fort McCoy, Florida, passed away on November 22, 2024. She was born on January 20, 1948 in Surry County, Virginia. Her family moved to Burwell’s Bay in Isle of Wight County where she spent most of her younger life. She was a graduate of Smithfield High School. She met Don Raymer, the love of her life, and began their great...

Willis E. Chesser

Willis E. Chesser

Nov 21, 2024

Willis E Chesser, age 84, of Salt Springs, Florida, passed away on November 21, 2024. He was born on January 3, 1940, in Palatka, Florida, a son of Willis L and Eva Mae Chesser.

He grew up near Johnson, Florida, and graduated from Melrose High School. He was employed with Clay Electric Cooperative for 38 years. Willis was a member of the First Baptist...

Ruth Louise Hodge

Ruth Louise Hodge

Nov 19, 2024

Ruth Louise Hodge, age 65, of Silver Springs, Florida passed away on November 19, 2024 at home in Silver Springs, Florida. She was born on March 13, 1959 in Standish, Michigan a daughter to the late James F and Jennie J (Greenhoe) Anderson. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by three brothers, Fred Anderson, Carl F. Anderson...

Teresa Almany Castle

Teresa Almany Castle

Nov 18, 2024

Teresa “Teri” Almany Castle

July 13, 1956 – November 18, 2024

Teresa “Teri” Almany Castle, 68, born in Winter Park, FL and resided in Reddick, Fl. tragically left us, due to an auto accident on 11/18/2024.

Preceded in death are Father Douglas H. Almany, Mother Elizabeth O. Almany, Sister Donna A Jones and Brothers Ronald Almany and James Almany.

Teri is survived by her husband, Steven...

Thomas George Chadwick

Thomas George Chadwick

Nov 18, 2024

Thomas George Chadwick, age 71, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 18, 2024. He was born on April 11, 1953, in Saratoga Springs, New York, a son of Shirley Lorman.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory; wife, Terry Chadwick along with many family and friends. 

Countryside Funeral Home has been entrusted with the cremation arrangements. 

Anthony Charles Kernan

Anthony Charles Kernan

Nov 17, 2024

Anthony Charles Kernan, "Tony", age 54, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on November 17, 2024. He was born on March 20, 1970, in Proctor, West Virginia, a son of Charles and Agnes Kernan. 

Preceded by: brother in law, Chris Shutler

He leaves behind to cherish his memory daughter, Cailin Kernan; Fiancée Andrea Satorski; parents, Charles and Agnes Kernan; brother, John(Phyl) Kernan; Sisters,...

John William Moore

John William Moore

Nov 14, 2024

John William (Coach) Moore

John was born in Johnstown, Pa on August 24th, 1939 and passed away on November 14th, 2024 at the age of 85 years. 

John attended Waynesburg College in Waynesburg, Pa on a Wrestling Scholarship and it was his college years that sparked the huge love of the Sport of Wrestling. He wrestled all 4 years and was a...

Mary Jane Johnson

Mary Jane Johnson

Nov 8, 2024

Mary Jane Johnson, age 97, of Ocala,Florida,passed away on November 8,2024. She was born on July 4, 1927, in Sunflower, MS, a daughter ofJahgo and Modena Wright.She is preceded in death by her husband Johnny Johnson in 1988. sisters, Cora Johnson, Addie B. Smith and brother Albert Eaton.She leaves behind to cherish her memory; sons, Nathaniel Street, OtisStreet, John L....

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