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Marjorie Jean McBrierty Mastrangelo, 84, Vero Beach
June 19, 1937 – June 13, 2022
Marjorie Jean McBrierty Mastrangelo, 84, of Vero Beach, Florida, formerly of Ormond Beach, Florida, Rosehaven, Maryland and Bowie, Maryland passed away on June 13, 2022 at the VNA Hospice House in Vero Beach, Florida.
Marjorie was born on June 19,1937, in Hartford, Connecticut, to James McBrierty and Geraldine (Clarke) McBrierty. She was raised in Manchester, Connecticut and graduated from Manchester High School in 1955. Marjorie met her husband of 66 years, Eugene Mastrangelo while they attended high school together. They married on June 16, 1956.
Marjorie spent 24 years as a military wife during her husband Gene’s service in the Air Force and became skilled at the art of packing and relocating their family numerous times.
After many years as a homemaker Marjorie graduated from the University of Maryland with a master’s degree in Library Sciences and had a stellar 24-year career as a supervisor of cataloging at the Library of Congress.
She served several Catholic parishes in various Women’s groups, in Marriage Encounter, in RCIA and as Deacon Mastrangelo’s wife. She was a substitute teacher, a CCD teacher, a PTA officer, a Girl Scout leader and was a member of various knitting and quilting clubs. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and did extensive research into the family genealogy compiling a priceless gift of information for her family.
Marjorie was a gifted seamstress and handicrafter, sewing, quilting, knitting and crocheting her way through miles and miles of thread and yarn creating one of a kind handmade masterpieces for her family, friends and charities.
Marjorie is survived by her husband of 66 years, Eugene Mastrangelo; her children, Gina Griffith (Jim) of Vero Beach, Florida, Patricia Todaro (Ezio) of Surf City, North Carolina, Mark Mastrangelo (Agnes) of Great Mills, Maryland, Donna Drennen (Dan) of Havertown, Pennsylvania, 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Douglas McBrierty and her sister, Laurie McBrierty.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Francis J. Bradley, 91, Vero Beach
May 13, 1931 – June 17, 2022
Francis J. Bradley, M.D. died peacefully on Friday, June 17, 2022 at the age of 91 in Vero Beach, Florida.
He was born on May 13, 1931 in Newark, New Jersey to Elizabeth Bradley, neé Weiss and was raised by his mother in New York City and Newark, New Jersey. After serving in the United States Army for four years,he attended Seton Hall University on the GI Bill and then the New Jersey College of Medicine on a scholarship from General Electric, where he graduated with Honors in 1962. He served his residency at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear where he specialized in ophthalmology. During his residency he met his beloved wife, Gertrude, to whom he was married for 61 years. They had four children – Frances, Eleanor, Kenneth and Edward and seven grandchildren – Sean, Matthew, Scott, Allyson, Alex, Katherine and Kyle, all of whom were beloved by him.
Dr. Bradley practiced ophthalmology for over 40 years from his office in Colonia, New Jersey. He was extremely devoted to his patients and took tremendous pride in the fact that he was able to help so many in his community. Due to his love of the game of golf, he made sure to have his office within walking distance from his beloved Colonia Country Club, where he played thousands of rounds during his 30 plus years as a member, made 4 “holes in one” and established life-long friendships.
After retiring to Vero Beach, Florida, he and Gert engaged in their favorite pastimes of golf, going out to dinner, spending time with their grandchildren and socializing with their many friends. He also set aside time each morning for the New York Times crossword puzzle, and nearly always completed it before breakfast. Dr. Bradley was a devout Catholic and a parishioner at Holy Cross Church in Vero Beach for over 20 years.
Dr. Bradley is survived by his wife, Gertrude, his children Frances (Thomas), Eleanor (Robert), Kenneth (Lynne) and Edward, and his grandchildren, Sean, Matthew, Scott, Allyson, Alex, Katherine, and Kyle. He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth, his brother Maurice and his sisters Margaret and Mary.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 20, 2022 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 500 Iris Lane, Vero Beach, Florida, 32963. Burial details are to be determined.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Dominick Frank Malgeri, 74, Vero Beach
August 21, 1947 – June 09, 2022
Dominick Frank Malgeri, 74, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away on June 09, 2022. Dominick was born on August 21, 1947, in Newark, New Jersey to the late George R. Malgeri & Lucille (nee-Veni) Malgeri. He is survived by his wife Priscilla (nee-Arndt) of 53 years along with their three children: Tracey Barker, Dominique Malgeri, & Dominick Malgeri Jr. His six grandchildren; Tony Malgeri, Priscilla Cavill, William Scott IV, Ireland Barker, Matthew Barker, London Scott, and great-grandson, Anthony Malgeri, all of Vero Beach, Fl. His siblings, Catherine LaFerrara, George Malgeri, Rosejean Malgeri, Joseph Malgeri, and many nieces, and nephews.
Dominick was a devout friend, father, and husband. His fun-loving, cheerful, and selfless personality touched many people and filled their lives with happiness. He will always be remembered and cherished for the impact he had on others.
Dominick was an avid collector, auto enthusiast, and entrepreneur. He fueled his passion through over twenty years of hard work as a successful Pawnbroker before retiring in 1992. His store Rabbit’s in Woodbridge, N.J was a staple of the community. After retiring, he permanently moved to Vero Beach, Florida along with Priscilla and their three children. In his retirement years, he was able to further his hobby of collecting and marketing all different varieties of motor vehicles. This passion led him to obtain his vehicle wholesale dealer’s license, he then created his business, Priscilla & Kids Inc. If Dominick wasn’t all over the state of Florida at auto auctions, you’d find him on his dock fishing or taking in the sun.
A celebration of life will be announced in the coming days.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Sara Patricia Moody, 73, Vero Beach
April 14, 1949 – June 03, 2022
Sara Patricia Moody, age 73, of Vero Beach, passed away on June 3, 2022, at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.
Born in Pensacola, FL, Sara moved to Vero Beach in 1960 and soon after met and married Dwight Eugene Moody, with whom she shared 57 years prior to his passing on June 1, 2021, at the age of 74, a year and 2 days before Sara Patricia.
Sara had spent 20 years working at Piper Aircraft.
She was a member of Central Assembly of God.
Sara was a previous member of the Vero Beach Lion’s Club.
Our parents not only were great parents but also the greatest people we’ve ever known. They gave us unconditional and inseparable love. Our mother was our greatest teacher. She taught us compassion, love, and fearlessness.
“Mom and Dad, we love you and will greatly miss you, but will always cherish the time we had.”
Forever in our hearts, your children, daughter, Paula D. Ritchie and son, Shane E. Moody.
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Mauro Anthony Darcangelo, 93, Vero Beach
September 07, 1928 – June 19, 2022
Mauro Anthony Darcangelo, 93 years old, died June 19th, 2022, at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.
He was born in Hazleton, PA and moved to Vero Beach, FL in 1979.
He retired from Indian River Correctional Institution, Vero Beach, FL as a correctional officer for 15 years.
He was a lifetime member of the Italian American Club in Vero Beach, Florida.
He was a graduate of Hazleton Senior High School and Vocational School in Hazleton, Pennsylvania.
Survivors include four children, Timothy Price of Parkville, MD, Shelly Ksanznak and Antionette Bittner of Vero Beach, FL, and Gino Darcangelo of Oxford, GA. He had thirteen grandchildren, Timothy Oslovich, Katie Valencia, Faith Erickson, Kristen O’Neill, Dave Peitz, Jamie Hill, Dante Deritis, Ryan Deritis, Mike Bittner, Brandy Gibson, Candace Girton, Anthony Darcangelo and Nicholas Darcangelo and twenty great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Gloria; brother, Anthony; and granddaughter, Laura Price.
A Celebration of Life will be held 11:30 AM on Saturday, June 25th, 2022 at the Italian American Club, 1600 25th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Italian American Club at 1600 25th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
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Sandra N. Stare, 85, Vero Beach
September 22, 1936 – June 24, 2022
Sandra N. Stare of Vero Beach, FL passed on peacefully in her sleep on June 24, 2022. She is survived by her husband, Arden J. Bradley, a goddaughter, Kate Grayson, and a wealth of fond memories held by those who knew her.
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Richard Craig “Rick” Hughes, 64, Altamonte Springs, formerly of Vero Beach
May 19, 1958 – June 26, 2022
Richard Craig “Rick” Hughes, beloved husband, son, brother, “Peepaw,” and friend, age 64, of Altamonte Springs, formerly of Vero Beach, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022.
Rick was born on May 19, 1958, in Willowdale, Ontario, Canada, to Carl Franklin and Ruth Elizabeth Hughes.
Like many Canadian kids, he grew up loving the game of ice hockey. His childhood was not unlike that of the average northerner; skating, tobogganing, and building snowmen all winter long and spending summers at the lake. Rick’s dream was to play for the Toronto Maple Leaf’s, but his hockey career was cut short when his family moved to South Florida, Vero Beach, at age 8.
Rick found many passions in life, motocross racing, running, surfing, mountain biking, inventing, and even becoming a published author of 7 books.
Rick met the love of his life and married Kelly in February of 2005. They moved to Altamonte Springs and created a beautiful life together, sharing the love of Jesus as well as three children, five grandchildren, and one “really awesome” dog, Nala.
Rick devoted most of his entire 30-year career to working in the hospital Central Service Dept., AdventHealth Altamonte Springs, and Indian River Medical Center. Other careers included landscape and golf course maintenance, and a brief time as a diesel mechanic.
Just like his father, Carl, there was not much Rick couldn’t accomplish. Perhaps the most unusual aspect of Rick’s life, however, is the return to his original roots as an ice hockey player, goalie, in none other than his adopted home of Central Florida. Rick earned MVP for his amazing goalie skills and has passed his skating skills and legacy to his grandsons, who adored their “Peepaw.”
Rick and Kelly are members of King’s Chapel, Longwood, Florida.
Rick graduated from IRCC with an Associate’s in Arts and with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Central Florida.
Rick is survived by his wife, Kelly Hughes; mother, Ruth Moore; brother, Garry (Carol) Hughes; sister, Donna Hughes; daughter, Laura Hughes and granddaughter, Erica Christman with grandson, Bruce Armitage; stepdaughter, Becky (Rick) Stone with grandsons, Remy & Ricky Stone; stepson, Eric (Miranda) Veale with grandsons, Trent & Trevor Veale; nieces, Jennell Harkins and Heidi Hughes; sisters-in-law, Bobbie, Polly, and Terri; brother-in-law, John; cousins, Keith, Joyce, Miccah, and Robin; and Rick’s best friend, John Gillespie.
He was predeceased by his father, Carl Franklin Hughes.
Rick specifically wanted to say he was proud of Tommy and the “Vero Boys.”
Please join us in the Celebration of Rick’s Amazing Life at 1:30 on Friday, July 15th, 2022 at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory. In memory of one of Rick’s favorite pastimes, an ariel scattering at sea near his favorite surfing spot, Monster Hole at Sebastian Inlet will be held at 4 p.m. the same afternoon, weather permitting.
In Loving Memory of Rick, donations may be made to his niece Heidi Hughes’ charity: Cystinosis Research Network, Inc., P.O. Box 702, Lake Forest, IL 60045 or https://cystinosis.org/howtohelp-donate/
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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James Edward Clem, 78, Orange Park
May 14, 1944 – June 19, 2022
James Edward Clem, age 78, passed away June 19, 2022 at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.
He was born May 14, 1944 in Quincy, Florida to the late Pearce and Eva Clem. James grew up in Tampa, Florida. He lived in Tallahassee and Jacksonville, before settling in Orange Park, Florida.
James was baptized in 1980 as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and continued to serve Jehovah God faithfully.
He worked 15 years with the IRS Department of Treasury in Jacksonville, Florida in Customer Service. He also worked as a Math Teacher for over 20 years in Tallahassee, Florida for the Leon County Public School System.
Survivors include his spouse, Aisha Akil-Clem; children, Kerry Clem (Spouse – Grace), Kelvin Clem, Kathy Clem, Keith Clem (Spouse – Juanita), Kitwana Akil (Spouse – Charlotte), Kibibi Akil, Bakari Akil II (Spouse – Wilanda), and Karimah Akil; Grandchildren, Gracen Clem, Kerrigan Clem, Kayden Clem, Zakiya Akil, Kenyon Akil, Khalil Akil, Kiona Akil, Karim Akil, and Ayanna Akil; Great-Grandchildren, Sofie Grey Clem and Rolando Akil-Graham; Sisters, Mae Mills and Margaret Wiggins; Brother -in-laws, Ernest Lane (Spouse-Gwendolyn) and Alfonzo Williams.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Pearce “Tadpole” Clem and Almeus Clem; sisters, Marie Adams, Hazel Williams and Yvonne Clem.
A Memorial Service for James Edward Clem will be held: Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 2:30 PM, Oakleaf Zoom Meeting ID: 890 7589 4793; Passcode: 432342.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Elizabeth Mary Barot, 67
June 21, 1955 – June 25, 2022
Elizabeth Mary Barot, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, age 67, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2022.
Liz was born June 21, 1955, in Muswell Hill, a suburb of London, to Gwilym Jones and Eleanor Morgan.
Liz met the love of her life and married Bharat Kumar Barot in January of 1980 at the old World Trade Center in New York. This was, in itself, a small miracle, since his family was from a small village in India (Changa), and her family was from a small town in Wales (Aberystwyth). After crossing paths in England, they moved to New Jersey and created a life together with 2 children.
She enjoyed working with people, and did so throughout her career, working in various managerial roles in the retail/customer service industries. Yet, she always managed to balance her work/family responsibilities perfectly.
Liz loved reading Danielle Steel novels, chatting with friends & family, and spending time with her grandchildren. She particularly enjoyed baking with Laila. Her most popular dish was her heavenly trifle.
She is survived by her son, Neil; daughter, Sheila; daughter-in-law, Yajaira; granddaughter, Laila; and her three grandsons, Lucas, Cameron, and Jeremy.
Liz is predeceased by her husband, Bharat Kumar Barot; parents, Gwilym Jones & Eleanor Morgan; and her two brothers, Emrys Jones & Glyn Jones.
Elizabeth was loved by all and has left a big void in our hearts. She will be missed tremendously.
Those wishing to make donations in Liz’s memory are graciously requested to consider the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research.
A gathering of family and friends will be held 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., with a Memorial Service celebrating Elizabeth’s life beginning at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 2, 2022, at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, 1655 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach, FL.
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Robert Lewis Voorhees, 79
June 30, 1943 – July 03, 2022
Robert Lewis Voorhees, age 79, passed quickly at home July 3rd of congestive heart failure.
Son of Elwood and Ann, he graduated from East Orange High School and Bloomfield College. He retired from a career in marketing with NJ Bell and Verizon. He loved living in Rumson, NJ, where he enjoyed the beach, tennis, boating, traveling, and spending time with many friends.
Bob and his wife of 51 years, Kathy, raised their two children while living on Pond Road, Rumson: Laura Ann Victoir, now married to Nicolas, and Robert John Voorhees. Bob was blessed by three wonderful Victoir grandchildren: Maxime, Zoé and Téo.
Bob was passionate. Firstly, Bob loved his family and dear friends. Secondly, he delighted in history and was an avid collector of many things.
Donations in his memory may be made to St. Jude’s Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept 495, Memphis, TN 38101.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Robert J. (Bob) Underwood, 95, Vero Beach
August 10, 1926 – June 3, 2022
Robert J. (Bob) Underwood, 95, passes away of natural causes on June 3, 2022 in Vero Beach, Florida, where he resided since 2016. Formerly, he was an active resident of Greenwich, CT, where he has shared a life with his wife Jayne, who passed away in 2008. They were married 56 years.
He was born in Oneonta, NY in 1926, son of O.H. and Grace Underwood. He graduated from Glens Falls, NY High School in 1944, and then immediately enlisted in the US Navy during WWII. His ship the USS Trousdale (AKA-79) participated in the invasion of Okinawa.
Bob studied at Pace University and was an honor student.
He was then selling Tabulating Machines for Remington Rand, which later became Unisys, where he became a Sales Manager in New York City. During that time, he was a member of the Representative Town Meeting of Greenwich.
Later, he was a National Manager of National Accounts of GE, headquartered in New York City, and then Regional Manger for Honeywell’s Original Equipment Machines. He retired after key assignments with Prime Computer. It was an exciting career and rewarding to both he and Jayne.
Upon retirement, he became active in Greenwich with the Retired Men’s Association and served on the Program Committee, the Second Congregational Church, where he was Council President. Also, he was Chair of the Red Barron’s at Greenwich Hospital, and was on the Bord of Meals on Wheels.
Bob enjoyed golf, bridge and dancing the night away with Jayne, especially at the Moorings Club in Vero Beach, FL, where they were members for over twenty years.
He is survived by his daughter Nancy, who then retired and came to Vero Beach, FL with him and who was devoted to his care 24/7, for which he was eternally grateful.
Bob is also survived by his son, Robert J. Underwood, Jr. and his wife, Pamela, their two children, Joseph and Victoria; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and four nieces and nephews and their families.
He is predeceased in death by two brothers and a sister.
A Graveside Service will be held at Crestlawn Cemetery in Vero Beach on Monday, June 27, 2022 at 10am.
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Virginia “Ginny” H. Dent, 95, Vero Beach
May 19, 1927 – June 5, 2022
Virginia “Ginny” H. Dent, 95, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away Sunday, June 5, 2022 at the VNA Hospice House.
Ginny was born in Washington, DC and moved to Florida in 1975 from the Washington DC area.
She was a member of Christ Church in Vero Beach where she was a member of The Daughters of the Holy Cross and sang in the choir. Ginny was a Life Member of Accokeek Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary and the Silver Hill Fire Department Auxiliary. She was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion Post 39 in Vero Beach. But above all she absolutely treasured her family, enjoyed cooking for family and friends and passionately loved her puppies.
Survivors include her daughters Katherine “Ginger” Hurst, and her husband Larry, of Cocoa and Eileen Clark Hawk of Vero Beach; eleven grandchildren; and many, many great and great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 75 years, S. Magruder “Mack” Dent, a daughter Beverly Baker, siblings Bernard Hennings, Margaret Addison, Ellen Lyons, Elizabeth “Betty” Bjorum, George Hennings and Earl Hennings.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society Of Vero Beach, P.O. Box 644, Vero Beach, FL 32961.
The family will receive friends 2-5 PM, Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach. A funeral service celebrating her life will begin at 1 PM on June 10, 2022 at Christ Church in Vero Beach with a reception at the church at 2 PM. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Cemetery in Vero Beach.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful caregivers from A Nurses Touch Healthcare.
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William E. Kinard, 74, Vero Beach
May 17, 1948 – May 26, 2022
William E. Kinard, 74, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away May 26, 2022.
He was born May 17, 1948 in Ehrhardt, SC to Wilbur E. Kinard and Vera I. Kirby Kinard.
William volunteered to join the United States Army Dec 1965. He had a successful 22 year career with the US Army, where he retired as Master Sergeant E8 in 1987. Over the course of his career received a number of awards and accolades to include the Combat Infantry Badge, Vietnam Service Medal with 5 campaign stars, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Gold Recruiter Badge with 3 stars and Gold Recruiter Ring just to name a few. His greatest achievement is when he was inducted into the Army Hall of Fame in Colombia, SC for getting an entire graduating class of a high school to take the military’s ASVAB exam.
Lovingly known as Bill, enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He liked to play golf but he loved bowling more. Most of all he loved playing card games. He was a member of the American Legion and the Fans Forever Elvis Presley Fan Club.
In his retirement years Bill and his wife Linda dabbled in the entertainment industry and became collectors of Elvis, sports and movie memorabilia. No matter what he was doing or where he was going, he proudly wore his Vietnam Veteran hat everywhere he went.
William was proceeded in death by the love of his life and wife of 48 years Linda, both his parents Wilbur and Vera Kinard, and sister Patricia Agnew.
He is survived by his brothers Glen and David Kinard, sister Margret Civils, children Tina Porter, Lisa Laguardia, William Vertrees JR and their spouses, 8 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren.
William Kinard’s Memorial service will be Friday June 24th, 2022 at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation at any of the following locations:
The American Red Cross
Vietnam Veterans of America
Wounded Warrior Project
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Dorothy Caroline Largey, 89, Vero Beach
November 15, 1932 – June 3, 2022
Dorothy Caroline Largey, 89, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away Friday, June 3, 2022 at her home.
She was born at home in Newark, New Jersey to the late Henry and Alma Kleinsorgen Klumpp. Dorothy was a dance instructor for Arthur Murray when she met her husband to be, Henry George Largey. They moved to Juno Beach 28 years ago from Mountainside, NJ when her husband retired and then 24 years ago they relocated to Vero Beach.
At one point in her dance career, Dorothy auditioned for the Roxyettes and won her audition. The Roxyettes, which later became The New York City Rockettes. Dorothy eventually retired from this rigorous schedule and embraced her role as a homemaker and mom. This role being the one which brought her more joy and satisfaction than she thought possible.
Survivors include her children Henry K. (Kimberly) Largey of Colts Neck, New Jersey, Almalyn A. (Sheila Goloborotko) Largey of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, and Fred K. Largey of Port St. Lucie, and grandchildren Christopher, Alexandra, Natalie, Lauren, Aubrey, James, Taylor, Fred, Stephen, and Gavin.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Henry George Largey and a daughter Dorothy Joy Keene.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VNA/Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960 or the charity of your choice.
A private memorial service celebrating her life will take place at a later date.
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Patricia Ann Applegate, 95, Vero Beach
October 19, 1926 – May 16, 2022
Patricia Ann Applegate, 95, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away peacefully Monday, May 16, 2022.
She was born at home on October 19, 1926 to Charles Taylor and Elizabeth Palmer, Sr. in Englishtown, NJ and predeceased by her husband Charles and sister, Karlyn Smith.
Pat graduated from Jamesburg High School and Rider College. Pat married Charles R. Applegate, III in 1947. During their marriage of 67 years, they had homes in Freehold, Colts Neck and Harvey Cedars, NJ, and in Vero Beach where they moved in 1973.
Charles and Pat also owned and operated Wemrock Orchards, Inc. in Freehold for over 25 years with his father.
Patricia was a former member of the First Presbyterian Church in Freehold, the First Presbyterian Church in Red Bank, presently a member of First Presbyterian Church in Vero Beach, the Women’s Club in Freehold, and a Brownie Troop Leader in Freehold.
Pat was a very successful watercolor artist and received many numerous awards. She was a longstanding member of the Vero Beach Art Club and Vero Beach Museum of Art, a member of the Florida Watercolor Society, and owned and operated the Applegate Gallery and business with Charles and her daughter Debbie, and exhibited her paintings, prints, and notepaper in many prestigious art shows in Florida and other states.
Patricia is predeceased by her beloved husband Charles and is survived by two daughters, Constance A. Whidden of Freehold and Deborah A. Applegate of Vero Beach; two granddaughters, Cynthia W. Russo, and her husband Antonio, and Kimberly W. Fusco; great-grandchildren Nicholas Russo and Sofia Russo, two brothers, Thomas Palmer and Taylor Palmer, Jr. and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Patricia Applegate to the First Presbyterian Church, 520 Royal Palm Boulevard, Vero Beach, FL 32960 or to the Vero Beach Museum of Art, 3001 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963.
A Memorial Service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Vero Beach at a later date and Interment will be at Maplewood Cemetery in Freehold.
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Alan J. Stadnick, 65, Vero Beach
July 22, 1956 – June 2, 2022
Alan J. Stadnick, 65, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away Thursday, June 2, 2022 at his home.
Alan was born in Pennsylvania and had moved to Vero Beach in 1965 from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
As a member of Calvary Chapel in Vero Beach, he was a devout servant to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A theme he lived by and operated his business by. It was in 1986 that Alan rented a small space and began his own bicycle repair business. From that small beginning, Alan grew his business for 36 years into a highly respected inclusive cycling shop, Alan’s Bicycle Center. And that inclusiveness has helped Alan’s Bicycle Center earn multiple Hometown News Readers Choice Awards for Best Bicycle Repair and Best Bicycle Shop.
Along with his faith, Alan had a love for his country and his role in service to his community. His ideology led him to earning the rank of Eagle Scout in his younger years.
Alan’s survivors include his wife Donna L. Roberts of Vero Beach, a son Adam Stadnick of Melbourne, Florida, and his beloved cat called Tabi Cat.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Women’s Refuge, 1850 Lemon Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
A memorial service celebrating his life will begin at 5PM, Friday, June 17, 2022 at Calvary Chapel in Vero Beach.
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Gaye Cassaro Formica, 82, Vero Beach
June 27, 1939 – June 10, 2022
Gaye Cassaro Formica, 82, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away June 10, 2022.
Born June 27, 1939, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Gaye was the daughter of the late Elizabeth Sorbera Cassaro and Joseph Cassaro.
She was a long-time resident of Caldwell, NJ where she was an avid tennis player and was also very active in local theater, acting and directing for the Playcrafters. One of her greatest joys was cooking for family and friends. She did a wonderful job taking care of her loved ones and she always had a smile on her face.
Gaye received her bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and began her working career as an educator. Once her children were born, she switched careers and began working for NJ Bell which later became Verizon Communications. Gaye retired from Verizon after more than 20 years of service after which she and her husband Frank moved to sunny Vero Beach, Florida.
Gaye was preceded in death by her son, Jeffrey Formica and sister Rose Marie Schutt.
She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Frank Formica, her son, Greg Formica and daughter, Lizanne Hart (husband Paul); and siblings, Linda Scott and Diana Wall. She also leaves behind her four grandchildren, Katie Hart, Ryan Hart, Brooke Formica, and Olivia Formica, as well as many other loving family & friends. Gaye will be sorely missed.
Memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated.
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Robert W. Kemp, 87, Vero Beach
April 27, 1935 – June 12, 2022
Robert W. Kemp, 87, of Vero Beach, Florida, formerly of Clayton, New York, passed away June 12, 2022 at Indian River Estates.
Born April 27, 1935 at White Plains, New York, Bob was the son of the late Luther Kemp and Margaret Wood Kemp.
He attended Florida Southern College before serving in the United States Army where he worked with the Nike Hercules Missile systems.
As Owner & Operator of Kemp Realty in Thousand Islands, Clayton, New York, he, along with his wife, Betsy, specialized in selling Island properties. Together they also successfully had their home in Clayton, the “Captain Simon Johnston house”, placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
He also served as a Vice President Mortgage Banker for Chase Bank.
After retiring, Bob & Betsy, traveled the US in their motorhome and enjoyed their mountain cottage in Linville, North Carolina.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Joan Mundy.
Bob is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Betsy Hare Kemp; a son, Colin and wife Wanda, of Cornelius, North Carolina; a daughter, Maggie of Naples, Florida; five grandchildren, Beth and Luke, Stephanie, Scott, Morgan; seven great-grandchildren; two nephews; and many other loving family & friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2300 5th Avenue, Suite 150, Vero Beach FL 32960 or to the Humane Society of Vero Beach, 6230 77th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32967.
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Charlene Alice Fisher, 74, Florida
September 5, 1947 – June 14, 2022
Charlene Alice Fisher was born on September 5, 1947 in Burlington, Iowa to Philip and Pearl Grimwood. They moved to Boulder, Colorado and later to Westminster, Colorado. She graduated from Iver C. Ranum High School in 1965.
After attending North Park College and then working in their Office of Development, she and a friend moved to New Haven, Connecticut where she met her future husband, Bruce. They were married on March 7, 1971 and continued living in Connecticut until the draw of warm weather took them to Florida in 1994.
Wherever she worked or volunteered, Charlene gave herself fully. She especially engaged with her co-workers and responsibilities at API Group, Inc. an architectural firm in Boca Raton where she formed lifetime friendships. She served twice as president of the Boca Toastmasters and was the social hub of the club. She was known for bringing people together and helping in any way she could, including mentoring immigrants with their English or baking cakes and cookies.
Affectionately nicknamed Alice, Chuck, and Charl, Charlene was kind, thoughtful, generous, curious, a life-long learner, everyone’s cheerleader, and a friend to all. She collected kaleidoscopes; enjoyed road trips, sculpture gardens and going out for breakfast; did yoga, table tennis and tai chi; was drawn to people, food, art and music from other cultures; and had a tender heart toward animals, especially their beloved labradoodle, Onkey.
Charlene passed from this life on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. She is survived by her husband Bruce; three younger sisters Karen (Neil) Johnson, Janice (Tom) Kelly, and Judy (Byron) Amundsen; three nieces, six nephews, and hundreds of friends, all who loved her and will miss her deeply. Peace to her memory.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Friends After Diagnosis.
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Roger Owen Kennedy, 94, Vero Beach
March 25, 1928 – June 17, 2022
Roger was born in Stamford, CT and spent most of his adult life in New Jersey where he and his loving, caring wife Gertrude of 72 years, raised their six children. Roger’s parents, two brothers and grand daughter predeceased him and he is survived by his wife and six children; Brian and his wife Margaret, Karin, Michelle and her husband Gary, Michael and his wife Lisa, Kathleen and Joanne and her husband John, as well as seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Roger was a veteran of the US Navy and then attended Middletown College. After school he worked various jobs before joining 3M Company where he had a successful 30 year career selling and marketing highway safety products to federal, state and local government agencies.
Roger had a passion for the outdoors, enjoying golf, hiking and fishing. He even sky dived at the young age of 88! He was a regular visitor to the boardwalk in Vero Beach where he had too many friends to count. A member at Bent Pine Golf Club in Vero Beach, he shot his age twice before an arthritic ankle forced him to retire.
Always an active volunteer, Roger served on the Franklin Lakes, NJ Recreation Department as a little league coach as well as the volunteer ambulance corps. After coming to Vero Beach, he served with the Walking Tall program and the Environmental Learning Center. Until the end, he always spoke about the beauty of the Indian River lagoon and the vast array of nearby natural resources.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 24th, 2:00 – 4:00 PM in the Activity Room at Indian River Estates (ACTS) at 2150 Indian Creek Blvd. E. in Vero Beach.
Roger requested donations in his memory be made to The ACTS Samaritan Fund, sent c/o ACTS Retirement Life Communities, 2250 Indian Creek Boulevard West, Vero Beach, FL 32966.
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Gary Holt Peterson, 82, Barefoot Bay
April 11, 1940 – June 15, 2022
Gary Holt Peterson, 82, of Barefoot Bay, FL passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Sebastian River Medical Center.
Gary was born in Chicago, IL to the late Conrad and Irene (nee Holt) Peterson and grew up in Marin County, CA. He graduated from Drake High School in San Rafael, CA before attending Cal Poly University where he made many friends at Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. Gary started his own company called Peterson’s Hang Ups, eventually retiring in 2003. After retiring he, and his beloved wife Suzi, moved to Barefoot Bay from Petaluma, CA.
He loved the game of golf and traveling the world. Above all, he cherished his family.
Survivors include his wife Suzi, son Gary William Peterson of Rohnert Park, CA, daughter Gretchen (JoFrank) Martinez of Petaluma, CA, stepson Erich Pike of Fort Lauderdale, FL, stepdaughter Beth (Jeff) Johnson of Jeffersonville, IN, sisters Lori Saldahl and Kathi Hansen, grandchildren Madeline, Max, Jake, Ashley, Corie, Cole, and Rob, great-granddaughters Hannah and Alexis, many nieces and nephews, and dear friend Jackie Peterson.
He was preceded in death by a brother Alan Peterson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of ones’ choice.
No services are currently planned.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Jimmy “Jimbo” Eugene Cruce Jr., 42, Indian River County
October 3, 1979 – June 8, 2022
Jimmy “Jimbo” Eugene Cruce Jr., 42, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Barefoot Bay, Florida.
Jimbo was a lifelong resident of Indian River County. He had been involved in several different construction activities during his career.
Survivors include his wife Candace Leighann Carbone of Vero Beach, children Devin Cruce of Sebastian, Destiny Cruce of Sebastian, Sylas Cobain Cruce of Vero Beach, Alexza Hayden Carbone, of Vero Beach and Joczalyn Carbone of Vero Beach, stepmother Charlene Cruce and her companion, Joseph of Vero Beach, brothers Justin Casey Cruce of La Grange, Georgia, Tyler Storm Cruce of Vero Beach, Larry E. Blackmon of Vero Beach and Shane E. Souder of Micco, FL.
He was preceded in death by his father Jimmy Eugene Cruce.
The family will receive friends 12 Noon – 1 PM, Saturday, June 18, 2022, at the Strunk Funeral Home in Sebastian with a funeral service celebrating his life beginning at 1 PM at the funeral home chapel.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Elizabeth Mary Chenot, 87
July 8, 1934 – April 22, 2022
A Mass of Christian burial will be Friday, July 15th, 11:00 a.m. at Saint John of the Cross Catholic Church.
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Elaine C. Dessert, 84, Sebastian
May 4, 1938 – June 21, 2022
Elaine C Dessert, 84, of Sebastian, FL, formerly of Brooklyn, Connecticut, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 21, 2022.
Born May 4, 1938, in Danielson, Connecticut, Elaine was the daughter of the late Claire Poitras Veilleux and Raymond Veilleux.
Elaine was the eldest of 5 children and lived most of her life in the Danielson/Brooklyn, CT area. She moved to Sebastian FL in January 2021. She started work as a teller at Danielson Federal Savings Bank a week after graduating from Killingly High School. She remained employed there for over 30 years and held many positions during that time and retired as a Vice President. She was active in her community with Rotary and other organizations. She loved to cook for family and friends, enjoyed reading, going to the theater and doing needlework.
Survivors include her son Steven and his wife Jodie of Aiken, SC, her daughters, Karen Duran of Carlsbad, NM and Michele Jollie and her husband John of Sebastian, FL. Survivors also include her sisters, Beatrice Gumula and her husband Edward of Brooklyn, CT, Arlene Hooper and her husband Clay of Dayville, CT, Linda Goodney of Durham, NC and her brother Raymond Veilleux and his wife Sharon of Ewa Beach, HI. Elaine also leaves 6 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A private service for family will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery in Danielson CT.
The family would like to thank VNA Hospice of Indian River County, Inc for the wonderful care they provided. Memorial donations in Elaine’s name would be appreciated.
Arrangements are entrusted to Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Arlene Sheffield, 81, Vero Beach
June 4, 1941 – June 23, 2022
On June 23, 2022, Arlene Sheffield, of Vero Beach, FL, and formerly of Guilderland, NY, passed away peacefully, at the age of 81 years.
Arlene was born and grew up in New York City. Arlene walked lightly on this Earth but left a huge imprint on others’ lives on her journey towards improving public health. As a public health nurse, she dedicated her life to service and protecting women’s reproductive health rights. She worked with the New York State Department of Public Health until her retirement. She generously supported charities and educational institutions and volunteered through many ways caring for the sick and needy throughout her life. Arlene also taught at West Virginia University. She loved travelling around the world, especially on cruise ships.
She was predeceased by her parents, George Sheffield, Bertha and Joseph Delehanty, and her brother, Jesse.
She is survived by Jesse’s children, Rhonda and David Sheffield; their respective spouses, Elke Konings and Frehiwot Sheffield; Jesse’s grandchildren, Eleanor Konings-Sheffield, and Abigail and Hanna Sheffield; her sister-in-law, Patricia Sheffield, and Patricia’s children, Jocelyn and Monica Crowley.
Funeral Mass will be held at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, Vero Beach, FL, at 10am on Tuesday, 28 June.
Memorial donations may be made in her honor to VNA Hospice House, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960 or St. John’s of the Cross Catholic Church, 7590 26th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32966.
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John Patrick Griffin, 54, Sebastian
March 2, 1968 – June 16, 2022
Mr. John Patrick Griffin, 54, of Sebastian, FL, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022, from complications due to a recent stroke.
John was born in Mexico City, Mexico, and spent his earliest years in Bangkok, Thailand. In 1977, he moved to New Jersey, where he lived for 25 years. He was a graduate of Bernards High School in Bernardsville, NJ, and received an Associate’s degree from Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg, NJ. He worked in a variety of fields, including sales, marketing, HVAC, and commercial painting. In 2002, John relocated to Sebastian, FL, to be closer to the sunshine and to his father, who had just retired. He was self-employed for six years, doing painting and restoration, and then worked for property management companies. Since 2014, he worked for Sea Oaks Property Management in Vero Beach, FL.
Never one to sit still, John enjoyed spending time at his home – always making improvements to his beautiful gardens, tinkering in the garage, trying a new recipe on the grill, cruising around in his convertible, caring for his beloved cat Zoe and his many tropical fish. He loved his family and was thrilled to be “Uncle Peaches” to his brother’s three children. He had a wide variety of friends and enjoyed helping with all of their home improvement projects as well.
John enjoyed traveling and often went back to the northeast to visit family and friends. He recently traveled to Ireland with his dear friend Carol – they enjoyed the sights in Dublin and Belfast and visiting with his godmother, Aunt Kathleen.
John was known to be kind, a friend to all – always willing to lend a listening ear and a helping hand.
John is survived by his parents, Ingrid L. Griffin of Naples, FL, and John J. Griffin of Vero Beach, FL, his sister Stephanie Griffin Elia and her husband Michael E. Elia, of Larchmont, NY, his brother Michael J. Griffin and his wife Lauren Q. Griffin, and their children Quinn, Luke, and Brendan, of Montclair, NJ, as well as extended family in Germany and Northern Ireland.
The family appreciates the requests to make donations in memory of John. While a specific fund has not been set up, they ask you to consider the following: American Stroke Association/American Heart Association, Bob Woodruff Foundation or Halo No-Kill Pet Rescue, Sebastian, FL.
Visitation will be held 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Monday June 20, 2022, at Strunk Funeral Home Chapel, Sebastian, FL.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM on Tuesday June 21, 2022, at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, Sebastian, FL, with Father John Morrissey, celebrant.
Arrangements are entrusted to Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, FL, 32958.
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James William Davey, 72, Vero Beach
January 30, 1950 – June 23, 2022
Mr. James William Davey, 72, died June 23, 2022, at Harbor Chase of Vero Beach.
Survivors include son, James William Davey, Jr. of Fellsmere, Florida.
James was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in the Vietnam era.
James was a hardworking cowboy working in agriculture where he was involved with a wide range of activities, from raising crops, rearing livestock to operating farm equipment, riding horses, herding cattle, and wide-open spaces were a feat his did flawlessly.
Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1623 North Central Avenue, Sebastian, Florida.
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Irving “Bruce” Fisher, 80, Vero Beach
May 25, 1942 – July 3, 2022
Irving “Bruce” Fisher was born to Louis and Shirley Fisher in Manhattan, New York, on May 25, 1942. Growing up in the Bronx, he was a Yankees fan from the get-go. He graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School in 1960.
After high school he moved to West Haven CT where he met Charlene Grimwood. They married on March 7,1971 and lived in Guilford, Connecticut. Bruce and Charlene were married 51 years, until her death in June 2022.
While working for U.S. Electrical Motors, Bruce attended the University of New Haven where he got his bachelor’s degree in finance and his master’s degree in Public Health Care Administration. He worked as CFO at Temple Medical Center in New Haven, Connecticut.
The lure of warm weather brought them to Boca Raton, Florida, in 1994. He worked at the Florida Back Institute and Associated Doctors, Inc. After retiring, he managed Talia’s Italian Deli followed by Mission Bay Tennis Center. He played softball in an Over Half Century League where he earned the title Commish Fish.
In 2015, Bruce and Charlene moved to Vero Beach. A fun job in retirement was at The Boulevard Tennis Club where he managed the Pro Shop. The web of relationships he created has been evidenced by the encouragement and generous support of friends from the Boulevard, their neighborhoods, and across the country.
Bruce was a gregarious guy. By the time he walked away from a deli counter or paid his bill at a restaurant, most of the staff knew him by name. Former employers described him as hard-working, ambitious, organized, trustworthy, caring and honest. Co-workers, clients and members became life-long friends. He loved joking with children, had a penchant for giraffes, and enjoyed their labradoodle, Onkey, and his Blue Fronted Amazon Parrot, Cuate.
Bruce passed from this life on July 3, 2022. He is survived by three sisters-in-law Karen (Neil) Johnson, Janice (Tom) Kelly, and Judy (Byron) Amundsen; three nieces, six nephews, and hundreds of friends, all who loved him and will miss him deeply. A celebration of life for both Bruce and Charlene will be held in the fall. Peace to his memory.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Galleon Treasures Parrot Sanctuary and Botanical Gardens or VNA Hospice in Vero Beach.
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Donna Dilts Bennett, 74, Vero Beach
September 17, 1947 – July 2, 2022
Donna Dilts Bennett, of Vero Beach, Florida, died on July 2, 2022. She was 74 years old.
Donna passed away in her home with her loving husband, Randy, and their daughter Kathy Fumagalli (Bennett) by her side. Donna was the daughter of a WWII veteran, Russell Dilts and his beautiful wife, Wilma, both of whom predeceased Donna.
Donna was born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania and grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland. Donna graduated from The University of Maryland in 1969 and would later obtain her MBA from the University of Maryland, Smith School of Business.
Donna started her career as an economist with the Civil Aeronautics Board, which is also where she first met her husband of 33 years, Randy Bennett. Donna moved on to fill executive leadership roles at the United States General Services Administration (GSA), retiring as the Commissioner of the Federal Supply Services (FSS). Following her departure from the federal government in 2005, Donna began a second career as a Senior Vice President at the Logistics Management Institute (LMI) in Tysons, Virginia for an additional eight years.
Donna loved her roles as wife to Randy; sister to Gary (Randa) and Brent (Christine); step-mother to Kathy (Christopher) and Shari; grandma (Grandma Donna) to Courtney; Claudia and Shane; Anna Marie; and, aunt to Brent Jr. (Alicia), Chase, Logan (Bryan) and Sarah and all their children.
Donna and Randy were married in 1988 and built a wonderful life together in Maryland. Donna and Randy, along with their bold friends, enjoyed exploring America’s national parks (especially hiking!) as well as international adventure destinations- by foot, bike or kayak! Donna especially loved sharing stories of their travel over a home cooked meal, great music and a special recipe she had for a divine appletini!
After retiring from her second career at LMI, Donna and Randy moved to beautiful Vero Beach, Florida and made wonderful new friends (but kept the old!). Together they took up golf, learned bridge and performed volunteer work at Vero Beach’s Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice Care (VNA).
Donna will always be remembered for her loving, fun-filled smile, her impeccable fashion and her love of people and entertainment. A celebration of Donna’s beautiful life will be held in Vero Beach at a later date to ensure friends & family from around the country can return to Vero Beach this fall or winter and participate in a music and food-filled celebration.
In lieu of flowers, Donna has requested donations be made to Vero Beach VNA & Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, Florida 32960.
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