Obituaries

Norma R. Mooney

Norma R. Mooney

Oct 16, 2010

Norma R. Mooney, 89, of Port Charlotte, FL passed away October 16, 2010. She was the daughter of Benjamin and Marion (Knowles) Mooney, born September 20, 1921 in Middleton, NH. Norma moved to Florida in 1998 from Rochester, NH to be closer to her family. She had a few deep passions in life: her family, whom she adored and enjoyed...

Donald W. Kilps

Donald W. Kilps

Oct 15, 2010

Donald W. Kilps, 85, of Punta Gorda, FL formerly of Milwaukee, WI passed away October 15, 2010. He was the son of William and Gladys (Arnett) Kilps, born January 17, 1925 in Mosinee, WI. As a builder and land developer, he was a founder and partner of William Kilps & Sons Builders and Realty, Inc of Hales Corners, WI and...

Beatrice Mae Jozefiak

Beatrice Mae Jozefiak

Oct 9, 2010

Beatrice M. Jozefiak, 86, of Punta Gorda went to be with her Lord on October 9, 2010. She was the daughter of Charles and Beatrice Johns, born March 4, 1924 in St. Thomas, Canada. Beatrice was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 63 wonderful years together, Michael Jozefiak; children, David...

Harry E. Schrott, Sr.

Harry E. Schrott, Sr.

Oct 8, 2010

Harry E. Schrott, Sr., 91 of Nokomis passed away October 8, 2010. He was the son of Robert and Adelaide (Magealson), born April 10, 1919 in Pittsburgh, PA. Harry served in the US Army during WWII and was a retired Pipefitter. He moved to Nokomis from Baltimore in 1991. Harry was a member of BPOE Venice, Venice VFW and Venice...

Keith A. Stewart

Keith A. Stewart

Oct 5, 2010

Capt. Keith A. Stewart USN (Ret.), 74, of Punta Gorda, FL set sail on his final voyage on October 5, 2010. He was the son of the late William and Margaret Stewart of Glasgow, Scotland, born on December 14, 1935 in San Francisco, CA. Keith graduated from Scarsdale (NY) High in 1953 and proceed to Cornell University and graduated in...

Catherine M. Ellison

Catherine M. Ellison

Sep 30, 2010

Catherine M. Ellison, 88, of Punta Gorda, and formerly of Long Island, NY, passed away Thursday, September 30, 2010. She was the daughter of Charles and Frances (Chapman) Hugues, born February 26, 1922 in Brooklyn, NY. Catherine loved flowers and going to parties, and was known as the “Party Lady.” Her two favorite times of the year were Easter and...

Dorene Kay Lore

Dorene Kay Lore

Sep 29, 2010

Dorene K. Lore, 56, of Punta Gorda passed away September 29, 2010. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Reba (McMillan) Stoddard, born January 15, 1954 in Ypsilanti, MI. Dorene worked for Walmart and was a member of the Women of Moose Charter 777. She enjoyed sunsets, fishing, socializing on the golf cart and playing games with the grandkids. Dorene...

Joseph Charles Cash

Joseph Charles Cash

Sep 27, 2010

Joseph Charles Cash, 74, of Port Charlotte passed away September 27, 2010. He was the son of Charles J. and Hazel Cash, born April 15, 1936 in Anamosa, IA. He earned his BA from Loras College and his Masters degree from the University of Notre Dame, class of 1960. Joe was an electrical and mechanical engineer, also a licensed general...

Marie Owen

Marie Owen

Sep 25, 2010

Marie "Toni" Owen, 39, of Venice, FL passed away September 25, 2010. She was the daughter of Leonard and Annamarie(Patti) Mizio, born July 30, 1971 in Brooklyn, New York. The family will receive friends from Noon to 1:00 pm, Tuesday, September 28, 2010 with a celebration of Toni's life at 1:00 pm at Larry Taylor Funeral and Cremation Services. To...

Dorothy Roppel

Dorothy Roppel

Sep 24, 2010

Dorothy Roppel, 75, of Punta Gorda died Friday, September 24, 2010 at TideWell Hospice House, with her devoted son, Donald, by her side. She fought a valiant battle with lung cancer. She was born September 5, 1935 in Cleveland, OH. In 1996, Dorothy and her husband, Larry, moved to Punta Gorda. Dorothy was not a stranger to Punta Gorda; many...

Rose Schwartz

Rose Schwartz

Sep 24, 2010

Rose Schwartz, 84, of Port Charlotte passed away September 24, 2010. She was the daughter of Nathan H and Julia (Wildman) Firtle, born April 9, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY. Rose was a bookkeeper in the clothing industry for many years before retiring. She moved to Port Charlotte in 1996 from Fords, NJ and attended Temple Shalom in Port Charlotte. Rose...

Leighton A. White

Leighton A. White

Sep 24, 2010

Leighton A. White, 76, longtime resident of Port Charlotte, FL, died Friday, September 24, 2010 after a prolonged illness. He was the son of the late Leon A. White and Flora M White Johnson, born October 9, 1933 in Sandy Creek, NY. Leighton graduated from Arlington High School and then served the US Army. He was a retired Building Contractor...

Nancy A. Schmidt

Nancy A. Schmidt

Sep 24, 2010

Nancy A. Schmidt, 75, of Punta Gorda died September 24, 2010 at Lee Memorial Hospital under Hope Hospice Care. She went to the Lord surrounded by her family. Nancy was born June 7, 1935 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of Francis and Regina (Healey) Coschina. She attended Our Lady of Grace School in Howard Beach, NY and Schoharie Central School...

Jerry A. Foster, Jr.

Jerry A. Foster, Jr.

Sep 20, 2010

Gerald A. "Jerry" Foster, Jr., 36, of Punta Gorda died September 20, 2010. He was the son of Gerald A. Foster, Sr and Patricia (Harris) Foster, born August 7, 1974 in Palos Hills, IL. Jerry moved to Punta Gorda in 1977 and was a graduate of Charlotte High School. He was a roofing contractor and owned Interstate Roofing for 10...

Andree Lee Gregoire

Andree Lee Gregoire

Sep 17, 2010

Andree Lee Gregoire, 66, of Port Charlotte passed away September 17, 2010. She was born March 21, 1944 in Springfield, MA. Andree graduated from Classical High School in Springfield. She worked for Mutual of Omaha as a sales agent for over 20 years. She was a Girl Scout leader; she enjoyed boating, and fishing in Cape Cod. Andree and her...

Gary W. Moore

Gary W. Moore

Sep 16, 2010

Gary W. Moore, 55, of Punta Gorda passed away September 16, 2010. He was the son of Norman and Carolyn (Reveal) Moore, born November 27, 1954 in Anderson, IN. Gary moved to this area from Jasper, IN in1983 and was the owner of ServiceAll Cleaning in Port Charlotte. He was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church. Gary enjoyed playing...

Joseph Thomas Phelps

Joseph Thomas Phelps

Sep 15, 2010

Joseph Thomas Phelps, 79, of Port Charlotte formerly of Polk County died Wednesday, September 15, 2010 after a short illness. He was the son of Joseph and Annie Phelps, born May 24, 1931 in North Carolina. Joseph was a fireman and then eventually retired from truck driving. He will be greatly missed by his daughters, Terina (Jeff) Rexrode of Port...

Leslie  D. Bills

Leslie D. Bills

Sep 15, 2010

Leslie D. Bills, 90, of Port Charlotte, FL and formerly Michigan passed away September 15, 2010. He was the son of Leslie and Margurite (Mueller) Bills, born May 30, 1920 in Fairbury, ILL. Leslie served in the US Marines during WWII and was a member of American Legion. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 17 years, Doris;...

John A. Drexler

John A. Drexler

Sep 13, 2010

John A. Drexler, 88, of Port Charlotte passed away Monday, September 13, 2010. He was the son of John and Cecelia (Oehm) Drexler, born August 27, 1922 in Leasdale, PA. John graduated from Scott Twp High School in 1940 and served in the US Army during D-Day. John work at Bell of PA and retired after 43 years on December...

Joyce Lillibridge Parks

Joyce Lillibridge Parks

Sep 11, 2010

Joyce (Lillibridge) Parks, 80, died unexpectedly, but peacefully, at home in North Port Florida Saturday, September 11th, 2010. Joyce was born in rural Hartford City, IN and spent her early years in east central Indiana. She was active as a cheerleader in High School and also found that same interest when she attended Ball State University in Muncie Indiana where...

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