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Mabel Nettles Hudmon, 82, Auburndale
December 28, 1942 – April 3, 2025
Mabel Nettles Hudmon, age 82, passed away on April 3, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Auburndale, Florida. She was born on December 28, 1942, in Okeechobee, Florida, to Ray and Priscilla Nettles.
Mabel was the embodiment of a strong Southern woman—fiercely devoted to her family and unwavering in her faith. Her love for those closest to her was matched only by her deep love for God.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 42 years, Gary Hudmon. Together, they owned and operated Patio Pawn Shop in Vero Beach, Florida, where they worked side by side for much of their marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Priscilla Nettles; her sisters, Shirley Nettles Madden, Patricia Nettles Jenkins, and Hazel Nettles Holmes; and her brothers, Ray Emmett Nettles, Donnie Ray Nettles, and Ray Vernon Nettles.
Mabel is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Jack and Jeni Perko; her grandchildren, Brittany Zarshenas, Kylie Waters, Wyatt Varnadore, Garrett Perko, and Gavin Perko; her brothers, Herman Ray Nettles and Willis Ray Nettles; and her sisters, Carrie Belle Nettles Summerlin and Deborah Nettles Parsons.She will be remembered for her strength, her faith, and the love she poured into every life she touched.
A celebration of Mabel’s extraordinary life will be held at 11:00am Friday April 18th at Cox-Gifford-Seawinds Funeral Home located at 1950 20th St, Vero Beach, FL, 32960.
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Mathew Charles Gordon, Jr., 71, Vero Beach
January 27, 1954 – March 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we, his remaining family, announce the passing of Mathew Charles Gordon, Jr, who has departed this life peacefully on March 20, 2025, at the age of 71.
Matt was born January 27, 1954, in Nuremberg, Germany during the time his father Mathew Charles Gordon, Sr, a career Army Sergeant was stationed in Germany, along with Matt’s mother Ethel Ruth Gordon. The family returned to the States in 1955 and resided lived in Edison, New Jersey. Matt attended grade school in New Jersey while their house was being built in Vero Beach, Florida and they moved in 1964.
Matt went to Vero Beach High School where he participated in – The LEO Club, The Swim Club and The Air Force ROTC program, which involved many activities until his graduation in 1972.
Matt went on to attend the Indian River Community College in Fort Pierce and at that time he started working as a Chef at the Holiday Inn in Vero Beach. Matt was a part of The Community College CORALE, and had many performances until graduation in 1974.
Later Matt moved to Boca Raton and attended Florida Atlantic University (FAU) while he was working as a Chef at Boca Hotels. While at FAU he was apart of the FAU Chorus & Symphony, where they preformed at The Spring Coral Concert, The Lord Nelson Mass, The Pirates of Penzance and Fantasia.
Matt became a member of Local Union No 631 of The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of The United States.
After FAU Matt moved to Sacramento, California for a few years. He started working as a Technical Stage employee in the moving pictures, Disneyland and with Artist’s such as – David Copperfield shows, Hank Williams Jr, The Judds, Harry Connick Jr, Bob Dylan, Santana and Julio Igiesias. He also worked with actors Jan Michael Vincent (Airwolf), Pilot Asbaek (Game of Thrones). Matt was also an actor himself, he was an extra in the movie Black Friday.
Matt moved back to Florida, RV living between Vero Beach and Orlando, and continued working with Local Union No 631. Matt worked as a Technical Stage craftsman, electrical lighting engineer on productions for Disney World, and other theatrical shows & concerts for 20 years until his accident, which left him disabled. Matt started his own business called Delightful Jewelry & Gifts, for several years.
Matt enjoyed many, many things. Along with those things were reading, music, METV, wine and teaching others on how things work. He never had a cell phone, but loved his computer! Where he ran his business and was in touch with the world, and stayed in touch with his faith and friends.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to the nurses and staff at the Sea Breeze Rehab & Nursing Center. Who provided a peaceful and compassionate environment during the last years of his transition from this life to the next.
A memorial service will be held on April 12, 2025, at 11:30 am. Location is at the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, 6026 North Us Highway 1, Fort Pierce, Florida 34946. If you wish to send flowers, please send them to Hillcrest Memorial Gardens no later than 10:00 am on April 12th.
Matt was never married nor did he have any children, but he was loved and will be missed. He also will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. We only share a moment in time with each other, please be kind and forgiving to all in need… May God be with you Amen .
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Phyllis Jean Brown, 78, Vero Beach
March 23, 1947 – April 7, 2025
Phyllis Jean Brown, 78, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 23, 1947, in Keokuk, Iowa, to the late William and Martha Carrick.
In 1993, Phyllis married Lawrence J. Brown of Fort Pierce, Florida. Their union brought them many happy years together until Lawrence’s passing in September 2010. Phyllis treasured the memories of their time together and found great joy in family gatherings, where her warmth and kindness shone through.
A lover of the outdoors, Phyllis was an avid gardener who found peace and purpose in tending to her plants and nurturing her surroundings. She had an unwavering love for nature, often taking long walks to observe the birds and wildlife that filled her life with wonder. Her bond with her three beloved cats was a testament to her gentle and caring nature, and they brought her comfort in her later years.
Phyllis’s family was the center of her world. She is survived by her children: Tina Carrick Garber (Tim) of Murrayville, Georgia, Anthony Carrick (Deric) of Jefferson, Georgia, Chris Carrick of Vero Beach, Florida, and Sara Ruth Brown of Vero Beach, Florida. She was a proud grandmother to six grandchildren: Nicklaus Hallock, Elizabeth Rabinowitz (Sam), Taylor Khan, Emily Garber Grist (John), Mathew Garber, and Damara Richardson. Phyllis was also the loving great-grandmother to nine great-grandchildren: Mariah, Taylor, Nora, Amelia, Benjamin, Brayden, Evelyn, Adrian, and Adelyn, all of whom were a source of great joy and pride in her life. Phyllis is also survived by her two sisters, Betty Hernandez of Shelbyville, Tennessee, and Wilma McCamly of Lincoln, Nebraska, as well as her brother, William Carrick of Evans, Colorado.
Phyllis’s legacy will be remembered for her love of family, her nurturing spirit, and her deep connection with nature. She had a way of making everyone feel special, and her gentle presence will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to VNA Hospice of Vero Beach, Florida, in recognition of the compassionate care provided to Phyllis in her final days.
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Theodore “Ted” H. Stahl, 94, Vero Beach
May 5, 1930 – April 12, 2025
Theodore “Ted” H. Stahl, 94, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 12, 2025, following a brief illness.
Born on May 5, 1930, in Yonkers, New York, Ted was the son of the late Gustav and Blanche Heldman Stahl. A proud veteran, he served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. Following his graduation from Fordham Law School he accepted a position in Real Estate Law in Chicago and continued additional schooling at Northwestern University. He then moved back to his native New York and became a closing attorney for The Equitable Financial Division.
Ted dedicated his professional life to the practice of law, serving the New York community with integrity and distinction. As an attorney with The Equitable, he was an accomplished Real Estate Closing Attorney played a notable role on the Trump Closing Team for the Trump Tower as well as the Closing Attorney for Bill Marriott of Marriott Hotels, contributing to key developments during his career.
A man of deep faith, Ted was a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Joan Stahl. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years, Hedy Stahl of Vero Beach; his sister, Judith Skoog of Hartsdale, New York; and several close and cherished friends whose lives he touched deeply.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ted’s honor to Smile Train, 633 Third Ave, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10017 Federal Tax ID Number: 13-3661416.
Arrangements are entrusted to Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home, Vero Beach.
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Marcia (Earl) Moss, 83, Williamsville, NY and Vero Beach, FL
January 13, 1942 – April 16, 2025
Marcia (Earl) Moss of Williamsville, NY and Vero Beach, FL peacefully entered into rest on April 16, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Marcia was born in Lockport, NY, on January 13, 1942. She was the daughter of the late William H. Earl and Marjorie K. Earl.
Beloved mother of Susan M. Ruh (Louisville, CO), Elizabeth E. Moss (Vero Beach, FL), and Lawrence C. Moss (Vail, CO). Grandmother of Sarah M. Ruh, Morgan M. Moss, Lucy E. Ruh, Oliver F. Moss, Benjamin F. Moss, and Peyton M. Wallace. Her guiding principle was always “family first”.
Marcia graduated from the St. Agnes School in Albany, NY, and Endicott College in Beverly, MA. She worked in retail merchandising in Boston, MA and Buffalo, NY.
Marcia was a passionate antiques dealer and collector of primitives as well as a prolific oil and watercolor painter. Growing up, she dreamed of being on Broadway and enjoyed summers in the Adirondacks on Big Moose Lake, NY.
The family will receive friends beginning at 4:00 pm on April 25 at Cox-Gifford Seawinds, Vero Beach, followed by the Celebration of Life at 5:30 pm. Marcia will be buried next to her parents at Glenwood Cemetery in Lockport, NY.
Donations may be made to Glenwood Cemetery or VNA Hospice of the Treasure Coast.
