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David Richard Goodwin
May 02, 1939 - Jan. 07, 2026
David Richard Goodwin, age 86, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved widower of Pamela Goodwin (née Bennett), who preceded him in death on December 16, 2022. David and Pam shared 40 wonderful years of marriage, and since her passing, David...
Mary T. Braun
Sep. 02, 1938 - Jan. 06, 2026
Born on September 2, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, Mary was the daughter of the late Ferruccio Compostella and Angeline Compostella (née Guarise). She spent over ten years working as a secretary for Citgo, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. In 1998, Roger and Mary moved...
Wagner, Grace
Aug. 14, 1922 - Jan. 04, 2026
Mrs. Grace Wagner, 103, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, under the exceptional care of the staff at Windsor Woods Rehab and Healthcare Center in Hudson, Florida. Born August 14, 1922, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Nicola and Jessamina Pellizzi, Grace lived a long and beautiful life...
Lukuz Rilea Gelb
Jul. 29, 2008 - Jan. 03, 2026
Lukuz Rilea was born on July 29, 2008, in Tarpon Springs, FL to Leann Rodriguez. When he was 2 months old, he was shaken so severely the Dr’s were sure he wouldn’t survive but he did. The Dr’s said he wouldn’t make it through the night, then the day, then a week. Every time they said he wouldn’t...
June Annette Fessler
Jun. 15, 1941 - Jan. 03, 2026
June Annette Fessler, 84, of Hudson, Florida, Journeyed to Heaven peacefully on Saturday January 3, 2026, at home, surrounded by her family. June was born on June 15, 1941, in Yakima, WA to Muriel Alice (Brown) and Charles August Henke. June moved to Deer Island, OR as a child. She married Ervin...
James A Fuller
Aug. 18, 1954 - Jan. 02, 2026
James “Jim” Fuller, 71, of New Port Richey, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026. Born on August 18, 1954, Jim was the beloved son of the late Janice H. Fuller and LeRoy A. Fuller. Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Sheila Fuller, and his children: Mike Fuller; Herb Gray (Denise);...
Vivien Derek
Nov. 18, 1936 - Jan. 02, 2026
In Loving Memory of Vivien Derek 1936 – January 2, 2026 Vivien Derek, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, in New Port Richey, Florida. Born in Poland, Vivien lived a full and active life. She worked as a hair stylist, where her creativity and warmth touched many lives. She loved to...
Michael Edwin Lowe
Jul. 11, 1948 - Jan. 02, 2026
Michael E. Lowe, 77, of Hudson, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, under the compassionate care of Gulfside Hospice. Born on July 11, 1948, in Roanoke, North Carolina, Michael was a warm and generous man whose dry humor reflected his gentle nature. He had a lifelong love for...
Jill Elaine Jordan
Jan. 27, 1962 - Jan. 01, 2026
Jill Jordan, 63, a native of Auburn, Maine, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, at her home in Hudson, Florida, surrounded by the love of her children. Born to Ada and George “Bud” Jordan, Jill grew into a woman known for her generosity, strength, and the unmistakable warmth she carried...
Judith Lynn Manion-Whitman
Jun. 27, 1963 - Dec. 29, 2025
Judith Lynn Manion-Whitman, born on June 27, 1963, passed into eternal rest on December 29, 2025. She was preceded in death by husband and love of her life, Michael Whitman. Judith survived by her loving parents, Michael and Patricia Manion. Cherished Daughter, Crystal Bartosek, Son-in-law, Shane...
Damion Joseph Biernat
Jun. 05, 1979 - Dec. 29, 2025
Damion Joseph Biernat It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of the kid who was 6’1” with a laser rocket arm and a heart of a lion, better known to those who knew him as Damion Biernat. He lit up the room everywhere he went and could talk to anyone. Damion was born June 5,...
Rodman, Diana Marie
Oct. 12, 1957 - Dec. 29, 2025
Diana Rodman (Stadelman), age 68, of New Port Richey, Florida, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025, surrounded by love. Diana was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and the heart of her family. Her life was defined by her deep love for those closest to her, and her greatest...