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Monya Lee Stotz Adkins, 86, Vero Beach
Sept 18, 1936 – April 25, 2023
Monya Lee Stotz Adkins passed away on April 25, 2023 at the age of 86 in Vero Beach, Florida. Born on Sept 18, 1936 in Williamsport PA, the first child of Carl and Grace Ake Stotz.
Her father was the founder of Little League Baseball. She was only two when Carl began building Little League Baseball. Her childhood was filled with fond memories spent at the baseball field, watching her dad coach while her mother kept the team scorebook. The league eventually grew into the largest youth sports organization in the world.
Monya Lee went to nursing school in Williamsport. She left Williamsport as a registered nurse and worked in emergency rooms in both New York City and Miami. She then took her passion for helping people to the military, joining the United States Air Force, serving overseas, and training to be a flight nurse. Monya Lee served proudly and honorably during Vietnam. She married Joel Adkins in Minot, ND, and then left the Air Force to start a family. They raised two children together, Rachelle Lynn and Ryan Stotz Adkins. Living in Minot, ND; Santa Maria, CA; and Beavercreek, OH.
Monya Lee loved to travel and did so extensively throughout her life, as it was truly her passion. A visit to her home in Vero Beach, FL surrounded you with keepsakes collected from six continents.
She had many wonderful years in Vero Beach spending time with family, movie nights, and her favorite Chinese takeout. She was an avid reader and loved the view of the lake from her home…it seemed to be her place of peace.
When asked recently what wisdom she would like to leave behind, she thought for several seconds and counseled with authority “Live a life of integrity”. Those words were inspired by her deep admiration for her father, who not only left behind the legacy of Little League Baseball but who frequently became a moral compass to those he met.
Monya Lee will be greatly missed by her family and all that knew her. She is survived by her daughter, Rachelle Adkins Haro (Patrick) of Vero Beach, FL; son, Ryan Stotz Adkins (Cheryl) of Bluffton, SC; grandchildren Shane Adkins, Casey Haro Gaskell (Dustin), Kyle Adkins, Kaitlyn Adkins, and Matthew Haro; her sister, Karen Stotz Myers (Jim) of Williamsport, PA; and In the final year of her life, she had the joy of meeting her only great grandchild, Archie Gaskell.
Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
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Dominick Staffieri, 71, Fort Pierce
May 10, 1951 – March 25, 2023
Dominick Staffieri, 71 of Fort Pierce passed away Saturday March 25, 2023 at St. Lucie Medical Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00PM, Friday, March 31, 2023 at St. Helen Catholic Church, 2000 20th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Entombment to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Ft. Pierce.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home, Vero Beach.
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Erin Elizabeth Goglick, 42, Vero Beach
July 20, 1980 – March 29, 2023
Erin Elizabeth Goglick, age 42 of Vero Beach FL and Killington VT, passed away March 29, 2023 in Florida.
Erin was born in Reading PA to parents Stanley Goglick of Sebring FL and Carol Wambaugh of Reading PA.
Erin graduated from Exeter Township High School, Reading PA where she was a standout soccer player and captain of her team as a sophomore. She was also a member of the Reading Berks travel team.
Erin graduated from New York University, Stern School of Business with a double major of Finance and Information Systems. She was also completing her masters degree in Project Management at New Hampshire University.
Erin was currently employed by Wire Belt Company of America in Bedford NH. She worked remotely with their IT team.
Erin spent her most favorite time at Killington Vt. Her mountain community was very close and she enjoyed skiing, kayaking, hiking and mountain biking with her friends. Her passion for travel took her all over the world both solo and with others. A favorite yearly trip was to New Orleans for Jazz Fest. In Florida she loved to visit Disney and Universal as an avid coaster rider.
Erin is survived by her sisters, Ilsa Goglick of Doylestown, PA and Lauren Goglick of Marblehead, MA. Her stepfather, Michael Wambaugh of Reading PA, Stepsister Abigail Wambaugh, Copenhagen Denmark and stepbrother Benjamin Wambaugh, Brunswick GA.. Erin was blessed to have met the love of her life, Donny Fortin of New Haven CT. Donny has adopted Erins beloved cat Ori.
Erin will be missed by so many. She was a beautiful person inside and out that was loved and respected for her generosity and kindness. She will never be forgotten.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Summit Lodge, Killington VT on May 28, 2023 from Noon – 4 PM.
Anyone wishing to make a charitable donation in Erins name, please contact the following.
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, Killington VT or the Rutland County Humane Society in Pittsford VT. Both have websites that can accept donations.
Anyone wishing to send the family a message or share a story (there must be many) is asked to visit Erin’s memorial page at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.
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Pauline Shreve Kennedy, 86, Vero Beach
May 5, 1936 – April 1, 2023
Pauline Shreve Kennedy, age 86, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 1, 2023.
She is survived by her two sons, Carl (Linda) VanDyke of Vero Beach, and Raymond VanDyke of Erie, Pennsylvania; two grandchildren, Summer VanDyke, and Andrew (Erin) VanDyke; four great grandchildren; her sister, Sandra Koehn; her brother, Frank Shreve; four step children; as well as several step grandchildren and great-grandchildren, wonderful nephews, nieces, and friends.
Throughout her life, she worked as a waitress, bank teller, cashier, and secretary. When she wasn’t working, she enjoyed crocheting, needlepoint and puzzles. However, her greatest passion was bowling! She spent many decades in numerous leagues and until recently served as the secretary of two.
Pauline was preceded in death by her parents, Vick and Mildred Shreve; two husbands, Hugh (Mick) Kennedy and Paul VanDyke; her son, Gerald VanDyke; granddaughter, Ashley Yingling; and her sister Karen Fischer; and brother Donald Shreve.
The family will gather to visit with friends on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at the Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral & Crematory, 1950 20th Street in Vero Beach, beginning at 5 p.m. A memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. with Rev. Mindy Serafin officiating.
Flowers are welcome, however, memorial donations are requested to be made to the VNA Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, Florida, 32960.
Expressions of sympathy may be offered at CoxGiffordSeawinds.com.
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Ralph P. Manfredo, 84, Vero Beach
July 22, 1938 – April 2, 2023
Mr. Ralph P. Manfredo, age 84, of Vero Beach, Florida passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 2, 2023.
Born in Utica, New York on July 22, 1938, Ralph was the son of the late John A. and Genevieve (Puleo) Manfredo. Raised and educated in Utica, he was a graduate of Utica Free Academy, Class of 1956. Ralph attended most class reunions including the 60th in 2016. He also studied at Utica College. Ralph was a former member of the New York State National Guard.
Ralph moved to California in 1966 where his occupation was an Application and Installation Engineer. With his array of clients, he traveled around the globe and in February 2017, moved to Vero Beach, Florida.
On September 14, 1968, Ralph married the former Sharon Pfrander. Their love and devotion for one another was never more evident than when Sharon was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. Throughout her illness, Ralph was her full-time caregiver and always included her in any functions or activities until her passing on October 2, 2020.
In September 2021, Ralph met Aura Urbina. They were married on October 22, 2022.
Their short time together was filled with love, laughter, and happiness.
Ralph was a communicant of St. Helen’s Church where he served as an usher. Formerly, he attended St. Victor’s Church in San Jose, California. He was actively involved in the Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree San Jose, California where he was District Deputy and most recently in Vero Beach. He was also a member of the Italian American Civic Association of Vero Beach.
Ralph enjoyed skiing, boating, waterskiing, and fishing. He had his pilot license and was co-owner of a single engine plane. He was a die-hard San Francisco 49er fan being a season ticket holder for several years. He loved entertaining and being in the kitchen cooking for family and friends.
Ralph is survived by his wife, Aura; his daughter, Joanne, his sister and brother-in-law, Mary L. and James M.Verni, Sr. , nephews and nieces, James M. Jr, Stephanie, and Joseph Verni; Christopher J. , Lauren and Carter Verni and Elizabeth A., Andrew and Liam Bogus. He also is survived by Marianne Gazzilli and several other close cousins.
His is also survived by Aura’s children, Humberto, Francisco, Sugeiris, Cesar and Silcris and grandchildren, Oriana, Juan Eduardo, Cesar Eduardo, Luis Eduardo, Sofia Valentina and Marcela.
Ralph always had a big smile on his face. With his outgoing personality he was blessed with many friends. In fact, once he met you, he considered you a friend. There are so many to name that were special to Ralph. His family would like to acknowledge his closest friends from over the years, Charles Ritzel, Anthony Mody, Charlie Young, Dan Griffin and Jeanne & the late Freddy Castronovo. His best friend from San Jose, Charles Gullo, Jr. and especially Arthur and Mary Ellen Esparza, were not only close, good friends but considered them as family and for their help in caring for Sharon; his Lakes at Waterway Village friends & neighbors, especially on Pendelton Square, friends at the Italian American Civic Association and all his brother Knights, both in San Jose and Vero Beach. For their close friendship to Ralph, and who he considered his best friends in Vero Beach-a special thank you to John and Pat DeGeorge and especially Carlos and Lisa Novelli and their family-Ralph enjoyed all the times spent with you.
A special remembrance to Father Matthew DeGrace and Father Nicholas Zrallack for their prayers and comfort they offered Ralph.
Ralph’s funeral will commence on Friday , April 21, 2023 at 11:00am.at St. Helens Church, where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Internment will take place in Crestlawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Ralph’s memory to the charity of your choice. One that was very special to Ralph was the Alzheimer’s Association.
Ralph’s mass will be available to view live at: https://vimeo.com/event/3315256.
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