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Brian Douglas Moulden

Brian Douglas Moulden

Jul 11, 2021

Brian Douglas Moulden, 49, of Eustis, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021. Born in Gainesville, Florida, he moved to Eustis in 1981 from Gainesville, Florida. Brian graduated from Eustis High School Class of 1989. After high school, he joined the US Navy, serving during Desert Storm. He was an automobile mechanic for several local shops before he opened his own...

Joseph D. Stever Sr.

Joseph D. Stever Sr.

Jul 8, 2021

Joseph Dean Stever Sr. (Joe), 77, of Sorrento, passed away Thursday, July 8, 2021. Born in Elkland, Missouri, he moved to Sorrento in 2006 from North Carolina. He received a BS degree in Electrical Engineering and went on to pursue his Masters in 1972. Joseph is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bonnie Stever, Sorrento, Fl; daughter Teresa Hatton-Stever,...

Lola M. Fritz

Lola M. Fritz

Jul 7, 2021

Lola M. Fritz, 89, of Eustis, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021. Born in Vermontville, Michigan, she moved to Eustis in 1950's from Michigan. She worked for many years as a sales associate for Sears. Lola was a member of First United Methodist Church, Eustis. She is survived by her husband, David T. Fritz, Eustis, FL; 3 daughters, Gail Woodlief,...

Morgan Olivia Lee

Morgan Olivia Lee

Jul 6, 2021

Morgan Olivia Lee, 18, of Tallahassee, FL, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021. Born in Miramar, Florida, she planned to attend her Junior year this fall at Howard University in Washington, DC. Morgan loved music! She really enjoyed singing, the performing arts and attending concerts. Morgan had an infectious personality and enjoyed debating the pros & cons of current social...

Corine M. Grimm

Corine M. Grimm

Jul 5, 2021

Corine Marie Grimm, 78, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2021. Corine was born and raised in Lake Lillian, Minnesota. During her adult years, she lived in various states including Arizona, California, Minnesota, and Missouri. For the last 7 years, she has made her home in Mount Dora, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Galen Grimm, and...

John Wesley Long Jr.

John Wesley Long Jr.

Jul 4, 2021

John Wesley Long, Jr., 63, of Leesburg, passed away Sunday, July 4, 2021. Born at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, he moved to Leesburg in 1992 from Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He worked as a construction supervisor and frequently attended the VFW. John served his country in the US Navy. He is survived by his parents,...

Warren Frederick Whitmore

Warren Frederick Whitmore

Jul 3, 2021

Rev. Warren Frederick Whitmore, age 90, passed away on July 3, 2021, at his home in Eustis, FL. Warren was born in Detroit, Michigan, on July 18, 1930, to Hugh Allen and Marie Floro Whitmore. He grew up in Evansville, Indiana with his brothers—Lloyd, Clarence, and Willard, and his sisters—Eloise and Alene. After graduating from Central High School, Evansville, IN,...

Frank Leroy Meade

Frank Leroy Meade

Jun 30, 2021

Frank Leroy Meade, 89, of Sorrento, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Born in Princeton, West Virginia, he moved to Sorrento in 1955 from West Virginia. He was a Paint Contractor and was a member of the Sorrento Church Of God. Frank served in the US Navy during Korea. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Shirley Meade,...

Darrell George Haass

Darrell George Haass

Jun 29, 2021

Darrell George Haass, 102, of Mount Dora, FL, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021. Born and raised in Frankfort, Illinois, he was the son of Maximillian Haass and Lottie Haass (Peters), the grandson of Dr. Emil Haass (Civil War surgeon and town doctor) and Eliza Haass, and the brother of Max Haass Jr. His commitment to excellence and desire to...

Richard O. Hughes

Richard O. Hughes

Jun 28, 2021

Richard O. Hughes, 81, of Leesburg, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021. Born in Joel, Wisconsin, he moved to Leesburg in 1970 from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He was a Wrecker Driver for many years. Richard was a member of the Village-Leesburg Moose Lodge, #1271, holding the degree of Pilgrim. He is survived by his wife, Ellen L. Hughes, Leesburg, FL;...

John August Kozuch

John August Kozuch

Jun 28, 2021

John August Kozuch, Sr., 83, of Leesburg, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021. He was born in the Bronx, New York to mother Matilda Zivica and father Augustine Kozuch. John was a widower, and had married his wife Barbara Burnet in 1961, whom he loved dearly. He moved to Florida in 1979 from upstate New York and to Leesburg in...

Austin James Moss

Austin James Moss

Jun 28, 2021

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Wanda Lynn Burgan

Wanda Lynn Burgan

Jun 27, 2021

Wanda Lynn Burgan, 65, of Eustis, passed away Sunday, June 27, 2021. Born in Fort Benning, Georgia, she moved to Eustis in 2018 from Childersburg, Alabama. She was a Teacher and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Childersburg, Alabama. Wanda is survived by her son, Alan Williams, Shreveport, LA; 2 daughters, Lisa Williams, Natalie Hynds; 2 sisters, Susan Grondin,...

Bernard "Bud" Michael Holland

Bernard "Bud" Michael Holland

Jun 24, 2021

Bernard Michael "Bud" Holland, 58, of Umatilla, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021. Born in Miami Beach, Florida, he moved to Umatilla in 2021 from Bay Harbor Islands. He was a Mortgage Broker. Bud was quite the comedian. He loved boating, trivia, cooking, movies & karaoke. His favorite holiday was Halloween. His favorite NFL team was the New England Patriots...

Joyce Hampton Beall

Joyce Hampton Beall

Jun 23, 2021

Joyce Hampton Beall, 83, of Tavares, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021. Born in Umatilla, Florida to the late Don Sylvester & Ola Mae Hampton, she was a lifelong resident of Lake County, graduating from Eustis High School class of 1957. She worked for many years for Kerr & Associates in Tavares as a Court Reporter. Joyce loved playing Bridge...

Cynthia J. Adams

Cynthia J. Adams

Jun 22, 2021

Cynthia J. Adams, age 69, passed away peacefully at Waterman Hospital surrounded by her family on June 22, 2021, after a brave and graceful battle with an unexpected illness. Cynthia’s story began on October 26th, 1951, in Dixon, Illinois. She was the daughter of the late William and Jean Steward and younger sister Debra. Her father was in the Air...

Alberta Smith Fowler

Alberta Smith Fowler

Jun 17, 2021

Alberta Smith Fowler, 73, of Eustis, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts to the late Paul & Priscilla Smith, she moved to Grand Island in 1957, as a young girl, from Newport, Rhode Island. She attended Eustis Heights Elementary and Eustis High School before receiving her diploma from...

Lester "Smitty" Floyd Smith

Lester "Smitty" Floyd Smith

Jun 16, 2021

Lester Floyd (Smitty) Smith 78, of Mount Dora, Florida born September 5, 1942 in Exeter, Missouri, shed his earthly garment and returned to his heavenly home, June 16, 2021. He is survived by his wife Mary Ann Vylonis Smith of the home and his sons Mark Smith (Martha), Greg Smith (Amy) and John Smith (Brenda) and Georgia Kay Smith (mother...

James A. Moore Sr.

James A. Moore Sr.

Jun 13, 2021

James A. Moore, Sr., 84, of Leesburg, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021. Born in Morgan County, Georgia, he moved to Orlando in 1965 from Madison, GA. James was a longtime member of Powers Drive Baptist Church, Orlando, and most recently a member of LifePoint Church, Eustis. James was very active with the Pine Hills Little League, coaching from 1973-1985....

Rose E. Walker

Rose E. Walker

Jun 11, 2021

Rose Elizabeth Walker, 78, of Mount Dora, FL, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021. Born in Milford, Pennsylvania, she moved to Florida in 1966. She was a retail manager with Belks prior to her retirement. Rose She is survived by her 3 Sons, Peter Engert of Riverview, FL, Rudy Engert of Cummings, GA and Jimmy Walker of Mount Dora, FL;...

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