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Michael Curley Pearce, 76, Vero Beach
May 06, 1947 – December 24, 2023
Michael Curley Pearce, 76, of Vero Beach, FL, joined the Lord, and Patricia Ann Pearce, the love of his life, for Christmas, having passed on December 24th, 2023.
Please share ANY memories, comments, photos, and video memories via “Mick & Trish Pearce – Forever with Love” (https://www.facebook.com/mickntrishp/), The guest book here, will also be updated with future notice of services to be held in January.
Mickey was born in Baltimore, MD, on May 6th, 1947, to William & Anna Pearce, and received First Communion at Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church. He loved to play baseball, with his parents coaching, and older brother, Joseph. He would romp with friends as a kid in the neighborhoods of Curtis Bay. Having moved to North Miami, Mickey loved to fish, surf, and even host dances, where he met his future bride Patricia Ann Buck, a champion swimmer who attended Hialeah Senior High School. Mick graduated from North Miami Senior High School on June 8th, 1965. Not only did Mick and Pat fall in love, but they were married on February 11th, 1967, and would become inseparable, regardless of time and space.
While Patricia finished nursing school, Mick joined the Navy on March 27th, 1967, trained as a Data Processing Technician (DP-2), served on the USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7), stationed in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and received an Honorable Discharge on November 9th, 1971. They would have a son, Michael, and moved back to North Miami, where Mickey was part of Ironworkers Local 272, working alongside his father Bill and brother Joe. Friends and family were always gathering together, and they were also involved with St. James Catholic Church.
Having moved to Vero Beach around 1980, the two became part of the St. Helen’s Catholic Church parish. Trish would play a part in the folk group for Sunday services, singing and playing guitar, while both would take part in the annual Harvest Festival face painting booth, among other activities. They decided to cruise on a sailboat, after Michael graduated from VBHS in 1985, and made many more life-long friends via the boating community. After Trish passed on July 26th, 2013, Mick pined for the day he would catch up to the love of his life. He continued to be active, and had many friends and family to share his love with, but got to spend this Christmas with his true love.
Mick is survived by son Michael & Jacquelyn (Evans) Pearce, granddaughter Krystal (Evans) Heitz; granddaughter Coral Michelle (Pearce) Neal; great grandson Stone Heitz; brother, Deacon Joseph & Joan Pearce of St Bonaventure Catholic Church in Davie, FL, nieces Christine (Pearce) Manin, Kimberly (Pearce) Goldman, and nephew Justin Pearce.
Please post condolences to the family in the guestbook with contact information so that the family may personally reach out to you.
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James Jeffery Pharo, 58, Vero Beach
February 6, 1965 – November 1, 2023
PHARO, James J., 58, of Tuckerton , N.J., passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at his home in Vero Beach, Florida. Jimmy was born in Atlantic City, N.J., he worked as a plumber for Benjamin Franklin plumbing company. Jim was a former graduate of Miami Police Academy. He was best known for his love of music, and truly amazing at singing and playing guitar. Jimmy was a kid at heart, his favorite thing to do was to prank his friends and family making everyone laugh all the time. He also loved to go fishing, swimming and just hang out by a fire. Jim is preceded by his parents Timothy and June Pharo, his daughter Shelby Pharo along with his two brothers Timmy and Joey. He is survived by his children Tamber, Shamin and James. As well as his brother Thomas and grandchildren Gage, Adalynne and Conor.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
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Robin Lee Shepherd, 75, Sebastian
June 23, 1948 – November 7, 2023
Robin Lee Shepherd, 75 of Sebastian passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2023. He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 23, 1948 to Wilber and Dorothy Shepherd. After graduating from Columbia Heights High School, he enlisted in the US Army and served in the Vietnam War, earning numerous medals including a Bronze Star and Purple Heart. After the War he relocated to California to pursue an acting career and was in the movie Chasing Rainbows. After a short career in the Movie Industry, Robin went back home where he opened and operated a bar named Bull Rushes in Burnsville, Minnesota.
In 2002 Robin retired to Sebastian Florida where he enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings Football Games, playing cards and spending time with his family. Robin enjoyed working out and taught his children many things such as playing sports, archery and life’s lessons. He was a great story teller who shared with family, friends and strangers alike. Robin enjoyed watching his son play little league and travel baseball throughout his younger years.
Robin is survived by his wife, Suzette Shepherd of Sebastian; daughter, Allison Shepherd and Fiancé, Corey Graber of Sebastian; son, Andrew Shepherd of Sebastian; grandson, Kane and Kai Graber of Sebastian; sister, Judith Leach of Sebastian; nieces, Linda Roberts, Robyn Roberts and Leanne Erickson and his best friend and fur baby, Eli.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 15th from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Seawinds Funeral Home in Sebastian. A Celebration of Robins Life and Military Honors will follow at 2:00 PM officiated by Pastor Paul Cushman.
Private Interment will take place at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Mims, Florida.
Online condolences may be shared at www.seawindsfh.com.
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Thomas L. Cole Sr, 70, Sebastian
June 6, 1953 – October 28, 2023
Thomas L. Cole Sr, 70 of Sebastian, FL passed away on October 28, 2023 of natural causes.
Predeceased by parents Orville and Pearl Cole.
Thomas was born in Hamilton, OH and graduated from Fairfield High.
Thomas will be missed by sons Thomas L. Cole, Jr and Michael Cole.
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Ronald Francis Gaudet, 71
October 11, 1932 – November 12, 2023
Ronald Francis Gaudet, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023, in Sebastian, Florida, he was 91. Ronald was the beloved husband of June M. (Koepnick) Gaudet for 71 years.
Ronald is survived by his cherished wife, June M., devoted father of Lynn M. Christy (James), Suzanne M. Franko (Joseph) and Karen A. Gaudet (Gary Kowalski). He leaves behind his loving grandchildren Alycia A. Horn (Ryan), Joseph R. Franko (Amber), Nicholas M. Franko, Anna K. Dubinsky, and Oliver M. Dubinsky. Ronald was also blessed with great-grandchildren: Amare J. Horn, Angel E. Horn, and Jackson W. Franko.
Ronald was born on October 11, 1932, in Buffalo, New York to Zoel A. and Florence P. Gaudet. He was predeceased by his sister, Claudette Burns and survived by a sister, Cynthia Schwab.
Ronald attended St. Joe’s High School and later pursued higher education at the University of Buffalo. Ronald proudly served in the US Air Force and had a successful career as the long-time owner and operator of Ron Gaudet Cars & Campers, Inc.
A Christian memorial mass will be held at a later date in Buffalo, New York, to celebrate Ron’s life and legacy.
He held a special place in his heart for his family, and his memory will be forever cherished.
Online condolences may be shared at www.seawindsfh.com.
