Obituaries

Feb 12, 2023

Craig Michael Jacobs, age 58, of Citra,Florida, passed away on February 12, 2023 in Ocala.  He was born on December 1, 1964 in Barre, Vermont a son to the late Gary Alan Wilson who preceded him in death in 2015 and his mother Dianne Boyce Matheson.

In addition to his mother he leaves behind to cherish his...

Feb 12, 2023

Ocala’s Dessert Diva, the “Betty” in Betty Cakes, Betty Ann Williamson, 74, passed from this life on Sunday, February 12, 2023.

A memorial service is at 4pm on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Central Church of Christ, 4200 E Silver Springs Boulevard, Ocala, FL.

Betty is survived by daughter Pamela Meekins, of Ocala, FL; son...

Feb 8, 2023

Patricia Ann Thibodeau, age 77, from Ocklawaha, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on February 8, 2023.

Patricia was born in Sanford, Maine, and spent the majority of her youth in Jacksonville, Florida, where she developed a great love for the beach.  She was an amazing artist, avid gardener, and wonderfully skilled quilter who always...

Feb 8, 2023

Janice Lynn (Marshall) Beverage of Ocala, Florida, passed away on Feb 8 th , 2023 after a courageous, years long battle with cancer. She was the daughter of Commander Elliott Eugene Marshall and Emma (Tucker) Marshall and sister of her cherished brother Lawrence (Larry) Marshall.

She spent most of her childhood in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, enjoying long stays...

Feb 8, 2023

Jackie Cook, “Nanny”, 83, of Ocala, Florida, passed away at Cates House (Hospice of Marion County) in Ocala, Florida, on 8 February, 2023, after a short battle with dementia. The loss of her husband, Paul, was a devastating blow from which her heart and mind were unable to recover. Her family takes comfort in knowing that Paul (Paw Paw)...

Feb 8, 2023

Dennis Leon Glisson, age 71, of Fort McCoy, Florida, passed away on February 8, 2023 at home.  Born on June 8, 1951 in Augusta, Georgia a son to the late Franklin David and Madge Elizabeth (Johns) Glisson.

He leaves behind a son Dennis Alexander Glisson and a daughter Denise Karleen Glisson Brother Franklin David Glisson and  Predeceased in death by...

Feb 8, 2023

Robin G. Deas, the telephone man, 69, Ocklawaha, FL passed away, February 8, 2023.

He was born in Perrine, Florida to the late James Alvis Deas II and Pauline Buzzell Deas. He moved to the Ocala National Forest in 1972 where he met his wife, LuAnn and they built their family. Robin worked for the phone company...

Feb 7, 2023

Bobby Gene Dempsey, age 83, of Ocala, Fl. passed away on February 7, 2023, at home. He was born on May 8, 1939 in Lithia Springs, Georgia a son to the late James Allen and Mary Marie (James) (Dempsey) Eison.

Bobby was a retired Senior Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy serving 20 years as...

Feb 7, 2023

Wayne Tilson, age 76, of Belleview, Florida passed away on February 7, 2023 at home.  He was born on November 18, 1946 in Johnson City, Tennessee. Wayne leaves behind to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 41 years Betty "Bonny" (Barnett) Tilson, one son Bradley Tilson (& his wife, Peggy) and one daughter Joylene Smith (& her husband,...

Feb 7, 2023

Bobby Gene Dempsey, age 83, of Ocala, passed away on February 7, 2023, at home. He was born on May 8, 1939 in Lithia Springs, Georgia a son to the late James Allen and Mary Marie (James) Dempsey.

Bobby was retired from the United States Navy.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his devoted...

Feb 3, 2023

Carol Carden, age 79, of Ocala, Florida, passed away February 3, 2023 at home.  She was born on October 16, 1943 in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late Carl and Opel Smith.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by five siblings.

Survivors include a son Scott (Marianne Meldrum) Monroe, two brothers J.T. Smith, Ellery...

Feb 3, 2023

Mary Nellie Hilovsky, 90, passed away on February 3, 2023 in Ocala, Florida. She was born November 9, 1932 to Carl Kisiel and Caroline Ozog in Brackenridge, PA.  She lived in Lower Burrell, PA until 1996 when she and her husband relocated to Ocala, Florida. She enjoyed 62 years of marriage with Hank. Mary was the daughter of hard...

Feb 2, 2023

Terry Chad Turbeville Jr, 50, passed away on February 2, 2023 in Homosassa, Florida. He was born December 4, 1972 to Terry Turbeville and Katheryn J. Robertson. He worked as a mechanic most of his life.

He is preceded by his grandparents.

He is survived by his son, Shaymus; daughter, Brianna; father, Terry Turbeville; mother, Katheryn;...

Feb 2, 2023

On the morning of Thursday, February 2, 2023, Jesus opened the door and James (Jim) Maynard walked off this earth and into the arms of Jesus in Heaven.  Jim was born January 25, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois to Raymond and Charlotte (Christian) Maynard. He moved to the Ocala area in the late 80s. He met and married the love...

Feb 2, 2023

Donna Melissa (Lisa) Reams, 50, passed away February 2, 2023, in Salt Springs, Florida.  She was born December 15, 1972, in Walton County, Florida, to the late Carroll Brinson (C.B.) Reams and Minnie Estell Tharpe Reams.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory a daughter Angel Reams, two sons, Josh Reams and Austin Harrell, five grandchildren Brantley...

Feb 1, 2023

William "Bill" Edwin Cordrey, Jr. age 71, a lifetime resident of Ocala, passed away on February 1, 2023.  He was born on March 11, 1951 in Ocala, Florida a son to the late William Edwin and Lucille (Hooker)  Cordrey, Sr.  Bill was the owner of Cordrey Paint and Body Shop.  He leaves behind to cherish his memory his devoted...

Jan 30, 2023

Mary Hellen Parker-Trowell, age 79, of Fort McCoy, passed away on January 23, 2023 at the Roberts Care Center in Palatka.  She was born on September 4, 1943 in Tampa, Florida  a daughter to the late Joseph T. and Claudine Huett.

She is survived by her husband Vernon Derrell Trowell,  daughters Cyndi Volz-Lawson, Cheryl Parker Mullen and...

Jan 29, 2023

Barbara Marie Watson, age 82, of Ocala, passed away on January 29, 2023.  She was born on November 9, 1940 in Archer, Florida. A daughter to the late Charlie Edward and Gladys Lee (Hart) Watson.  Survived by her sister Shirley.  Preceded in death were her sisters Joy Ann White, Betty Blade, Judy Henderson and her brother Allen Watson.  She leaves...

Jan 26, 2023

Pio Mary Canganelli Sr. of Ocala, FL passed away peacefully at home January 26th, 2023 with his wife and family by his side. Pio immigrated to to the United States from Coreno Ausonio, Italy with his family when he was 17. Pio was an incredibly kind, loving and honorable man who enjoyed life. His presence will be deeply missed...

Jan 23, 2023

John E. Duvall, age 71, of Melrose, Florida passed away on January 23, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 27, 1951 in New York, New York, but move with his family to Florida at an early age. He was son to the late Herbert and Ann Duvall. John was an attorney in civil rights law....