Forrest “Woody” Haselton, Vero Beach
Forrest “Woody” Haselton, born in Sanford Maine in 1938 who resided in Qgunquit, Maine, and Vero Beach, passed from this life to the next Friday May 18, 2018, at home surrounded by his family.
Woody attended Sanford High School and in his adult life he was one of 10 recipients of the Sanford High School Hall of Fame, selected for his years of dedication and service and his many achievements in the world of retailing. After a high school career that included class officer of the student council, marching band drummer and member of football, basketball and baseball teams, the Hall of Fame membership was very meaningful for a man who always lead by example.
Woody attended Boston University and transferred to the University of New Hampshire. He spent summers working in Oqunquit where he later came to live. Woody graduated with a degree in political science.
After graduation, Woody served in the United States Air Force.
Learning all he could about the supply chain in the military, Woody put that knowledge to work with a career at Sears and Roebuck. Over 30 years Woody held positions from manager in training all the way up to Retail President. During his Sears tenure, Woody was a strong leader who developed and assisted many other professionals. Woody was instrumental in critical negotiations with other CEO’s that kept Sears moving forward. He retired in 1994.
After retirement Woody sat on the boards of Quaker State/Pennzoil and The Boy Scouts of America. He also volunteered for The United Way foundation visiting and investigating needy organizations to help The United Way meet their obligation to be good stewards of donations.
Woody is survived by his loyal and loving wife of 54 years, Ethel Haselton. Together they raised Forrest “Chip” Haselton (married to Pamella Haselton) and Eric Haselton. Their family has blossomed to include two grandchildren Taylor Haselton and Alexandra Haselton.
Ethel and Woody were members of Hawks Nest Golf Club where they developed many close friendships. Woody could always be counted on to bring a smile to everyone with his never-ending supply of jokes. Ethel and Woody enjoyed traveling far and near and took part in new customs and traditions all over the world.
Woody was preceded in death by his parents, Forrest and Delima Haselton.
He is survived by his sisters, Donna Smith (married to Bob Smith) and Pat Kaligian (married to Peter Kaligian); and several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration Mass will be held in Woody’s honor Wednesday, May 23, at Holy Cross Church at 10 a.m. with a Life Celebration Reception immediately following at Oak Harbor Country Club.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to United Way of Indian River County, 601 21st Street, Ste. 310, Vero Beach, FL 32961 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Claudia Negrut, 41, Vero Beach
Claudia Negrut, 41, of Vero Beach, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2018, at the VNA Hospice House in Vero Beach. Claudia was born in Oradea, Romania, and moved to Vero Beach in 2014 from Ohio.
She received her nursing degree from Cleveland State University and had served as a Registered Nurse for a nursing home in Ohio.
She was a member of Calvary Chapel in Vero Beach.
Survivors include her son, Jacob Daniel Lazar, of Romania; grandmother, Floare Lacatus, of Romania; parents, Ioan and Floare Lacatus Negrut, of Romania; sisters, Liliana (Augustin) Pop, of Vero Beach, and Ioana (Raul Georgescu) Negrut, of France; brother, Alin (Alexandra) Negrut, of Romania; and she was the aunt of Titus, Joshua, and Alianna.
The family will receive friends 1-3 p.m., Saturday, May 26, at the Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach with a funeral service celebrating her life beginning at 3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Claudia will be transferred to Romania for services and interment in the Burzuc Village Cemetery in Burzuc, Romania.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 or Calvary Chapel, 941 18th Street Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Karen I. Taylor, 65, Vero Beach
Karen I. Taylor, 65, of Vero Beach, passed away peacefully in her home as she wished on May 18, 2018. Karen was born to Ruble and Muriel Alexander on Sept. 20, 1952, in Wedron, Ill.
She graduated from Serena High School in 1970 and spent most of her career in the automotive industry in Normal, Ill., as well as Vero Beach.
She was preceded in death by her parent, Ruble and Muriel; and her brother, John.
Survivors include her partner, Paul Havens; children, Brett and Eric Havens and Holly Williams; as well as three wonderful grandchildren.
The outpouring of support from friends and family has been truly amazing, and the family wants to thank you all for your thoughtfulness and kindness in this hour of sadness.
Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice Foundation at 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL, 32960, who provided excellent care for her, or to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 23, at Strunk Funeral Home, 916 17th St., Vero Beach. A Celebration of Life will follow in the funeral home chapel.