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Margaret Catherine Moran, 71, Vero Beach
July 20, 1950 – July 12, 2022
Margaret Catherine Moran, 71, died Tuesday, July 12, 2022, in Vero Beach, FL. She was born July 20, 1950, in Brooklyn, NY, and was the daughter of the late John F. and Margaret Mohr Moran. She spent the first 19 years of her life in the Greenpoint area of Brooklyn, living down the block from her much-loved Silbert cousins. She graduated from St. Albert High School, then attended the Programming & Systems Institute, learning the early IBM systems. Her first job was as a computer proofreader at the Alexander Hamilton Institute in Manhattan.
In 1969 she relocated upstate with her parents to Summitville, NY, and began a 12-year career at the Ellenville National Bank, starting as a teller, moving to Commercial Loans and later to the platform, opening accounts and assisting customers. She eventually moved to the computer operations department, running nightly batch jobs.
During this, she was an active member of the Mamakating Volunteer First Aid Squad, responding to emergency call-outs, teaching first aid and CPR classes, becoming certified as an Emergency Medical Technician, and later as an EMT instructor. She also mentored the junior first aid squad.
In 1981 she was hired by IBM into their computer operations department, first at the main plant on the South Road in Poughkeepsie, NY and later at Myers Corners Road in Wappingers Falls, NY. She moved back to the main plant to work in function testing and quality assurance, until her retirement in 2013.
In 1992 she and Vivian bought their first home, near Kingston, NY, which gave her the opportunity to spend as much time as possible with two of her most favorite people, Tim and Amy. She loved watching them grow from babies to the amazing adults they are now. In 2014 she and Vivian moved to Vero Beach, FL to help Vivian’s dad and to get away from the NY winters. She spent almost 8 very happy years in their new home, swimming in the pool from April to December and enjoying a quiet life supporting animal rescues. She loved to create handmade greeting cards which she sent to the special people in her life. For the past several years she pursued a passion for painting in oils and acrylics, taking virtual classes during the pandemic and creating lovely works of art for family and friends.
Margaret is survived by her partner of 45 years, Vivian Piper, as well as her beloved aunt, Catherine Silbert of Franklin, NJ, and cousins, Gary (Marilyn), Karen (Doug), and Donna, all of NJ; Karen’s children Don and Kat, and Kat’s daughter, Kylie. She is also survived by cousin Elise Moran Francois of Summitville and her children Devin and Abrial. She is further survived by her beloved nephew and niece, Tim Horton of CA and Amy Horton of WI; June and Bob Horton of VT; Patrick and Kathy Piper of NY; and Andrew and Froukje Piper of OR, along with her two newest nephews, Rowin and Arow Piper. She leaves behind several very special friends who brought great joy to her life. She is reunited with her parents and all of the many cats and dogs she loved during her lifetime. Beckett, Oreo, and Topaz, she will see you again one day.
Memorial donations in Margaret’s name may be made to UCSPCA, 20 Wiedy Rd., Kingston, NY 12401 (https://www.ucspca.org) or to For the Love of Paws, 12198 County Road 512, Fellsmere, FL 32948 (https://pawsmealsonwheels.org)
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Michael Gene Plyler, 60, Sebastian
January 20, 1962 – July 5, 2022
Michael Gene Plyler, a resident of Sebastian, Florida, formerly from Monroe, North Carolina, passed away at his home on July 5, 2022. He was born at Kimbrough Army Hospital, Fort George Meade in Anne Arundel County Maryland on January 20, 1962.
Michael attended Parkwood High School near the family home in the Roughedge community outside Monroe, North Carolina. After High School he entered a North Carolina pipefitters’ apprenticeship and attended classes at Piedmont Community College in Charlotte for his certifications. In 1988, under the sponsorship of the Charlotte Area Plumbers and Pipefitters’, Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee, the state of North Carolina Department of Labor recognized him as a pipefitter for completion of his apprenticeship. Michael was a lifelong pipefitter, and since July 2012, he was an owning partner and operator at TransCan Mechanical LLC of Florida. He was a member, from April 1997-Mar 2009, of Local Union No. 421 of United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters and in April 2009 transferred his membership to Local Union No. 295 of Daytona Beach, Florida.
From early in life Michael had an admirable talent for math that he further developed to enable a long and successful career in pipefitting. His early career led him to SwissLog-TransLogic where he became an expert at planning and installation of integrated automation solutions for hospitals throughout the US eastern seaboard region and eventually predominately hospitals in Florida. His partner at TransCan stated that Michael was extremely well liked and respected by all, within the trade, with many company competitors and also among all other trades he worked alongside.
Michael was a caring, capable and loving helper throughout his life. He was always available to help or lead a project for others regardless of location.
Michael never saw a cut of meat or fish he could not grill, barbecue or cook into a memorable meal, occasion, and celebration for others. He enjoyed fixing and building anything mechanical from cars, boats, and various kinds of bikes-traditional, motorized, or electric. Throughout his life he was an avid fisherman and boater, sharing and operating multiple types of water craft with family and friends.
He was predeceased in death by his father Rance Paul Plyler; infant son Steven Michael Plyler; and, twin brother Roger Dennis Plyler. He is survived by his mother Sarah Walton Plyler of Vero Beach, Florida; son Christopher Michael Plyler of Cleveland, Georgia; sister Emma Lou Guyette of Waxhaw, North Carolina; brother James Paul Plyler of Wake Forest, North Carolina; and very dear cousin Matilda Gurley of Vero Beach.
Michael is deeply loved and will be forever close to all who knew him, especially his friends and family. His combination of intelligence, humor, smile and easy-going demeanor brought incredible enjoyment to all that were fortunate to be part of his life.
A memorial service for Michael, followed by a reception, will be held at Cox and Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home, Vero Beach Florida, at 2PM on Saturday July 30 2022.
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George Libonati, 86, Vero Beach
May 25, 1936 – July 7, 2022
George Libonati, 86, of Vero Beach, died Thursday, July 7, 2022 with family by his side. George was a caring and loving man who loved the Lord. Family and friends know he is happy to be in his Heavenly Home! There will be a celebration on life at a later date.
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Audrey Jane Reed, 89, Vero Beach
January 6, 1933 – June 20, 2022
Audrey Jane Reed, 89, passed on June 20, 2022 at Palm Garden of Vero Beach. She was born on January 6, 1933 to the late George Adams and Mary Ann Goran Adams. She married the late Milton Eugene Reed in 1949 in Patterson, NJ.
Audrey is survived by her four children and their spouses, Cathleen Clifton, Robin Clemensen, Milton Reed, Jr. and Debra Schuppe. She is also survived by four grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Audrey was much loved by her family and friends. During her life she was a preschool teacher and a crossing guard but her primary occupation was the care and nurture of her family. She was also an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Sebastian for many years.
Her immediate family will have a private celebration of her life at a future date. Anyone wishing to celebrate Audrey’s passing can make a donation to the Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice Foundation, Vero Beach, FL. Their assistance and support through Audrey’s final days was a huge comfort.
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Catalina Rojas Diaz, 78, Vero Beach
February 8, 1944 – June 20, 2022
Catalina Rojas Diaz, 78, of Vero Beach, Florida went to her Lord and Savior on June 20, 2022 with family by her side. She was the widow of Alfredo Carrillo Valdivia. they shared twenty-four wonderful years of marriage.
Born in Puebla, Mexico she was the daughter of the late Felipe and Sofia Rojas. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church attending mass every Sunday. Catalina Also enjoyed morning walks, gardening, cooking, and spending quality time with her family. She will be remembered for her kindness, selflessness, and determination. Her determination and dedication helped raise a tight knit family, when she became a young widow with eight children. She is a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, attending many concerts, graduations, and birthdays; such was her devotion to her family that she was known as “Mama Cata” to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She never hesitated to offer a lending hand to anyone in need.
Catalina is survived by her children Mauro (Irene) Carrillo, Gloria (Benito) Rosas, Patricia (Macario) Portugal, Reyna (Justino) Aguilar, Leticia Alvirde, Jesus (Gloria) Carrillo, Adriana (Scott) Sergel, and Daniel Carrillo. She is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. she is predeceased by her husband Alfredo Carrillo Valdivia and her daughter Maria Teresita Carrillo.
A viewing will be held Tuesday, June 28, 2022 from 5pm-9pm at Seawinds Funeral Home. A mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 11am on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 with burial immediately following at Sebastian Municipal Cemetery.
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Gerald R. Clark Sr., 82, Sebastian
September 26, 1939 – June 23, 2022
Gerald R. Clark Sr. (Jerry) passed away peacefully at his home in Sebastian, Florida. He was born on September 26, 1939 at his home in West Jefferson, Ohio. He is predeceased by his parents Charles and Della Mae Clark and brother Tom Clark (Red Dog). Jerry has left behind his wife of 24 years, Karen Clark, brother John Clark and sister in laws Pam and Shirlene Clark. Also his 5 children, Jill, Gerald Jr., Susan, Rick, Terry and their spouses. Including his grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends and especially his dog Katie. Jerry will be remembered for his wonderful smile and great sense of humor. Rest in peace, will see you on the Golf Course in heaven.
Love, Karen & Katie
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Carl Wilson Keithline, 84, Palm Bay
July 13, 1937 – June 19, 2022
Carl Wilson Keithline, 84 passed away on June 19, 2022 at William Childs Hospice House in Palm Bay, Florida.
Born in Mehoopany, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Wilson Keithline and Mildred Forrest. His father eventually remarried after his first marriage didn’t work out and his wife Sarah Keithline helped raise Carl.
He attended Vestal Central High School. Following high school, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corps where he served as a point man. He proudly served for 3 years.
Carl was a strong Marine. He never would give up and always adapted and overcame whatever obstacles life brought him.
He loved to golf, fish, and hunt. He loved spending time with his family and tinkering around the house.
He is survived by his son Chris Keithline, his son Jeffrey Keithline, and his daughter Tammy Bryfczynski; his grandchildren: Daniel Keithline, Joseph Bryfczynski, Rachael Smith, and Ashley Keithline; his great grandchildren: Rosalyn Smith, Ansley Rose Smith, Westley Keithline, Danny Keithline, and Brianna Keithline; his brother Roger Keithline (Cheryl Keithline) and sister Perry Jane Forrest Bailey. He is also survived by his two Chihuahuas Milo and Lucy. He is predeceased by his parents and his sister Arlene Catherine Dickinson.
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John Philp Lange, 90
July 20, 1931 – June 30, 2022
John Philp Lange, 90, passed away June 30, 2022 at Sebastian River Medical Center. He was the husband of Maureen Lange. They shared 40 years of marriage together
Born in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, he was the son of Rudolf and Leila Lange. He graduated from Oconomowoc High School and after serving in the army at the rank of corporal, during the Korean Conflict, graduated from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. John was employed as an electrical engineer for several major electronics firms such as Oster, Sunbeam, McGraw Edison and Burroughs.
John and Maureen moved to the Sebastian area in 2001 and have many friends in the area. John enjoyed cooking, particularly baking and will be remembered for his friendliness, intelligence and humor.
He is survived by wife Maureen, children Jack Lange, Joy Lange, Kathy Katz (Glenn), Peter Lange (Pawana), Eve Arnett (Mike), Joseph Lange (Gerri), Paul Koss, Jeffrey Lange, Amy Koss, Peter Koss (Melisa), Erin Thompson (Mike). John and Maureen have 22 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at a date and time yet to be determined, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.
Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the: Blinded Veterans Association.
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Thomas “Shane” Herndon Sr., 54, Roseland
July 1, 1968 – June 21, 2022
Thomas “Shane” Herndon Sr. passed away unexpectedly on June 22, 2022, at his residence in Roseland, Fl.
Shane was born July 1, 1968, in Melbourne, FL. and grew up in Fellsmere, FL.
Shane spent many years working on commercial fishing boats off the coast of Texas and Louisiana. He recently worked as a landscaper in Roseland, Fl.
In his younger years, Shane had an enormous love of fishing and hunting with his Mom, Dad, Uncle Clyde, Granddaddy, Granny and his cousin Herbie. Shane met his wife Marie in 2018. Shane loved teaching his wife to fish. His favorite past time was spending time with his wife and family. Shane will be sorely missed by his family.
He was preceded in death by his father Warren Thomas Herndon.
Survivors are his wife Marie Jacqueline Herndon of Vero Lake Estates. His mother, Barbara Ann Herndon of Fellsmere. Two sisters, Barbie Meyers of Valdosta, GA., and Kimberly (Mike) Dean of Fellsmere, FL. One son, one grandson and many cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
His family is holding a private service for Shane to celebrate his life.
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