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Janet Ann Griffin, 73, Sebastian
January 8, 1952 – September 2, 2025
Janet Ann Griffin, 73, of Sebastian, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Vero Beach, Florida.
Born January 8, 1952 in Dolton, Illinois, to the late Salvatore and Gladys Chimino, Janet later made her home in Sebastian after moving from Chatawa, Mississippi, with her husband Mickey in 2009.
She dedicated much of her life to helping others, working as a teaching assistant for the McComb School District in Mississippi before her retirement. Even in retirement, her generous spirit led her to volunteer with the Sebastian Hospital Auxiliary. Janet was also an avid crafter, known for her love of scrapbooking and floral arranging.
Among her fondest memories was being selected as a contestant on The Price Is Right during its 25th anniversary season in 1986 — and winning the Grand Prize.
Janet is survived by her son, Nickolas Griffin, and his wife Crystal of Sebastian; three stepchildren, Scott Griffin and his wife Susan of Stuart, Florida, Shawn Bauman and her husband Wayne of Bonita Springs, Florida, and Sandra Laws and her husband Dale of Lebanon, Tennessee. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Grace, Brecken, Brenton, and Laurell Griffin; Brett and Brooke Bauman; and Ian and Zane Laws.
She is also survived by her sister-in-law Marlene Chimino, wife of her late brother Freddie Chimino, along with nephews Rocky, Vince, and Dominic Chimino.
Janet was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mickey.
At this time, no services are planned.
Seawinds Funeral Home in Sebastian is entrusted with arrangements.
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Shelley Ilene Klopschinsky, 71, Florida
July 7, 1954 – August 28, 2025
In loving memory of Shelley Ilene Klopschinsky, who peacefully joined her sons in heaven, Edward and Steven, on August 28th, 2025. Shelley was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, wife, sister, aunt and cherished friend.
Shelley was born on July 7th, 1954 and lived to be 71 years young. She retired from Spartan Family Foods and made her journey to Florida where she reconnected with Ken. Together, they loved to travel, taking many cruises and enjoying each other’s company. One of Shelley’s greatest prides in life were her grandchildren. Shelley got to spend a wonderful vacation just a month before her passing with the whole family at one of her favorite places, the cabin.
Shelley leaves behind her loving sister Marsha, grandchildren Allison, Edward, Kody, Kyle and Kloey, great-grandchildren Addelyn, Parker and unborn baby boy, her loving partner Ken, and all their combined family.
Shelley was proceeded in death by her parents, her sister Jennifer, and her sons Ed and Steve.
We will miss you terribly, until next time, love you always.
It was Shelley’s wish to not have a service and will be laid to rest following her cremation.
Thank You for the love and support from the family.
Seawinds Funeral Home in Sebastian, Florida is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.seawindsfh.com
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Maria Teresa Hernandez, 84, Sebastian
July 2, 1941 – September 7, 2025
Maria Teresa Hernandez, 84, of Sebastian, passed peacefully on Sunday, September 7 in her home.
Teresa was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico to Rufino Soto and Juana Torres. When she was a teenager, the family relocated to Bronx, New York. There she met and married Raul Hernandez, her spouse of 62 years. She was a stay-at-home mom for 15 years before she entered the workforce making belts and was a member of the International Ladies Garments Workers Union. When her husband retired, they relocated to Sebastian. Teresa was known best for her love of family and gardening. She didn’t just grow the common mango, orange, and avocado trees. She also grew cinnamon, lychee, cashews, almonds, soursop, sugar apples, and many other plants and trees. Teresa was also an excellent seamstress who sewed the items that adorned her home. She made her own curtains, tablecloths, bedspreads, and clothing. But nothing was more important to her than spending time with family. She loved having large family gatherings and cooking traditional Puerto Rican meals for those she loved.
Teresa is survived by her husband Raul Hernandez, daughter Maria Minerva Hernandez, granddaughter Angela Maria Jawhar, great-grandsons, Jahsiyah Murray and Elijah Murray, sisters Anna Badillo and Cruz Maria Oquendo, brothers Luis Armando Torres, George Antonio Oquendo, and Pedro Antonio Oquendo, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 10th from 1:00 to 3:00 at Seawinds Funeral Home in Sebastian followed by a Prayer Service.
Anyone wishing to honor Teresa’s life should plant a flower, bush, or a tree in her memory. To send the family a message or share a story, please visit Teresa’s memorial page at www.seawindsfh.com .
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Helen Margaret Gulyas (Ringler), 86, Sebastian
September 2, 1938 – August 29, 2025
Helen Margaret Gulyas (Ringler), a devoted Christian and follower of Jesus, peacefully went home to our Lord and Savior after a short illness on the 29th of August 2025 at the age of 86. She was surrounded by family.
Helen was born on September 2, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA. She married the love of her life, Calvin, on October 1, 1960. They had 2 children, Barbara Ann and Peter Alan, and lived in Huntington Valley, PA until making the move to Sebastian, FL in 1998.
Helen was always a cheerful and helpful person known for her beautiful smile and sense of humor and was adored by everyone that knew her. She was an expert baker who delighted everyone with delicious treats. Helen was also a fantastic hairdresser and spent many afternoons cutting hair and doing perms for her friends.
A member of Berachah Church of Cheltenham, PA, Helen served as a Sunday school teacher, choir member and a leader for the Pioneer Girls. Her life was a testament to the love of Christ—marked by kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith.
Helen is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Calvin, her Daughter Barbara (David) Brown, her son Peter (Peggy) and her grandchildren, Jennifer (Austin) Hartsfield, Stacy, Alan and A.J., her sister Carol, sisters-in-law Ruth Ann and Susan, brothers-in-law Raymond and Thomas, along with many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 2-4PM at Seawinds Funeral Home, Sebastian, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA Hospice of Vero Beach, FL.
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Joseph Steven Vermuth, 91
May 15, 1934 – September 15, 2025
Obituary coming soon
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