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Jean Dino, 99, Vero Beach
May 8, 1926 – September 6, 2025
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VNA Hospice Foundation, 920 37th Place, Suite 101, Vero Beach, FL 32960 in Jean’s memory.
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May 18, 1937 – September 13, 2025
Lois Kemler, age 88, of Barefoot Bay, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025. Born on May 18, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan, to Lee Willard and Francis O’Henry, Lois lived a full and generous life rooted in love, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Lois was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerald Jean Kemler, and her parents.
She is survived by her six children—Jerry Kemler, Colleen Kemler, Susan Kemler, James Kemler, David Kemler, and Maureen Kemler—who were the center of her world. She was a proud and loving grandmother to 11 grandchildren and a great-grandmother to an incredible 34 great-grandchildren. Her family was her greatest joy, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
Lois built a meaningful career as a receptionist at Port St. Lucie City Hall, where she served the local community and elected officials with warmth and grace.
To know Lois was to know strength, and unconditional love. Whether through a shared meal, or her presence, she made those around her feel seen and cared for. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of the many lives she touched.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Lois by spending time with your loved ones.
She will be dearly missed, but forever remembered.
The family invites extended family and friends to join us for her memorial Service on Saturday, September 20,2025 at Strunk Funeral Home in Sebastian, Florida. Please see details below.
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Ronald Lee Zeifang, 81, Vero Beach
May 18, 1944 – September 13, 2025
Ronald Lee Zeifang, 81, of Vero Beach, Florida, passed away on September 13, 2025.
Born in Hillsboro, Illinois, to Wallace and Irma (Engleman) Zeifang, Ronald served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and remained active in the American Legion.
He earned a Master’s Degree and worked for many years at Piper Manufacturing, where he was respected for his reliability and work ethic. In retirement, he especially enjoyed meeting friends for breakfast at Mrs. Mac’s Fillin’ Station.
Ronald is survived by his son, Brian (Jaycilynn) Zeifang, and his grandchildren, Machaela, Mason, Josiah, Boden, Liam, and Annalise Zeifang. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Glenda Zeifang German.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 19, at 11:00 AM at Strunk Funeral Home in Vero Beach, Florida, followed by a Memorial Service at 12:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jesus Is The Way Ministries, PO Box 98, Rantoul, IL 61866.
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Mary PT Archambault, 89, Vero Beach
July 23, 1936 – September 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mary PT Archambault, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished friend. She passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, compassion, and boundless love.
Mary was born on July 23, 1936 in Worcester, Massachusetts to Marshall and Corana (Poulin) Girouard. Growing up, she cultivated a love for people and religion that would stay with her throughout her life. Her infectious smile, and spirit of generosity were a constant source of joy to everyone who knew her.
In 1957, Mary married the love of her life, Leo J. Archambault, on June 8, 1957 at St. Aloysius Church in Leicester, MA., and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, faith, and mutual support. As a couple, they were a testament to true partnership, facing every challenge and celebrating every triumph hand-in-hand. Their love story and family was her greatest joy and passion.
Mary and her husband moved to New London, CT in 1959 where she built a loving home for her family, with her husband Leo. Mary was a dedicated wife and mother to six beautiful children. She was active in the St. Paul’s Mother’s Circle and this grew into many lifelong friendships. She was an active parishioner of St. Mary’s Church in New London, before moving to Norwich, CT where she was a parishioner of St. Patrick Cathedral. She retired to Vero Beach, FL in 2000 where she enjoyed many years of happiness with family and friends.
Mary’s greatest pride and joy, however, was her role as a mother to her children and grandchildren. She approached motherhood with endless patience, wisdom, and a fierce, unwavering love. Her children remember her as their biggest cheerleader, their trusted confidante, and the comforting presence that made their house a home. She instilled in them the values of kindness, hard work, and the importance of family, and her teachings will continue to guide them for the rest of their lives.
In addition to her family, Mary was an active and beloved member of her community. She volunteered her time at her children’s events and was a proud member of the St, Paul’s Mother’s Circle, where she was dedicated and developed lifelong friendships. Her kindness touched countless lives. Whether through her energetic spirit, offering prayers, cooking for neighbors, or her warm and welcoming smile, she had a unique ability to make everyone feel seen and special.
Mary is predeceased by her high school sweetheart and husband of 60 years, Leo and their son, Robert. She is survived by their five children: Ronald and wife Eileen (Hall) of Westerly, RI, Richard of Oakdale, CT, Ann Knowles and husband Patrick of Waterford, CT, Roy and wife Julie (Bruno) of Ashaway, RI, and Amy Narducci of Holly Springs, NC; 16 grandchildren: Alexx, Logan, Stephanie, Sarah, Ryan, Mark, Alicia, Lydia, Griffen, Lauren, Adam, Julia, Abigail, Brady, James, Jessica and Jacob, 8 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings; Lorraine Holloway of Vero Beach, FL and Marshall Girouard and his wife Mary of Fuquay Varina, NC; and numerous nieces and nephews that she loved. She was predeceased by a sister Madeline Goodney of Vero Beach, FL
The family will greet friends on Sunday, September 21st from 3:00 -5:00 p.m. at Impelliterri-Malia Funeral Home 84 Montauk Avenue, New London. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, September 22nd, 2025 at 10 o’clock in the morning, at St. Patrick Cathedral, Norwich with burial for the immediate family at their convenience.
Though we mourn her loss, we find comfort in knowing that Mary’s light will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all those she loved. Her memory will be treasured forever.
The family respectfully request in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org).
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Judith Hastings (Wasson) Motta, 90, Vero Beach
March 31, 1935 – September 8, 2025
Judith Hastings (Wasson) Motta 90, of Vero Beach, FL passed away peacefully at her home on September 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with IPF. Born March 31, 1935, in Newton, Massachusetts to William Mott Wasson and Esther Alberta Zwicker. Judy lived with a ferocious righteousness that put her family and others before herself, her zest for life touched all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Judy embraced learning and upon graduating from Newton High School, she continued her education earning degrees from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)-Bachelor of Fine Arts, the University of Miami – masters in art education and Florida International University – Doctorate in management and a Doctorate in fine arts.
She began her art career as the catalog layout designer with Harry Klitzner jewelry company in Providence, Rhode Island where she met her late husband Alfred E. Motta. She continued working in Providence as an illustrator for Paramount greeting cards and then as an illustrator and catalog layout designer for Macy’s and Montgomery Ward department stores. She and Alfred relocated to Coral Gables, FL in 1961 where they were married and had two children. Shortly after Alfred’s death in 1964, Judy began teaching high school commercial art for the Dade County Public school system, a vocation that she flourished at for 32 years. She taught with a fervent passion that inspired her students and caused them to refer to her as “Mad Dog Motta”.
Judy moved to Vero Beach in 2003 to be closer to her grandchildren. She was a member of the Vero Beach Art Club and Vero Beach Community Church where she was a deacon for several years. When she wasn’t spending time with her family, Judy participated in ballroom dancing, Under the Oaks art shows, sidewalk art shows and volunteered at The Source and the jail doing art therapy.
Judy had a passion for travel, the outdoors and ballroom dancing. When Judy wasn’t adventuring with her two young sons sailing on Biscayne Bay, fishing, snow skiing or hiking in the white mountains, she could be found traveling the country in her van working the art show circuits or exploring the worlds countrysides and museums and dancing in some of the most renowned ballrooms.
Judy lived her life with gusto and passed with courage. Today well lived – Makes every yesterday a dream of happiness – And every tomorrow a vision of hope. A memorial service to celebrate Judy’s remarkable life will be arranged at a later date.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents William and Esther Wasson, husband Alfred Motta, son Thomas Motta, sisters Susan Wasson and Brenda Mannix, nephew John Kasparian. Judy is survived by her son Bill (Cathye), her 4 grandchildren Zeke (Brandee), Alyssa, Alye, Abbye (Logan) and six great grandchildren Mackenzye, Bennett, Krew, Cammye, Maddye and Landon and her nephew Stephen Kasparian (Gwen).
In Lieu of flowers, donations on Judy’s behalf may be made to either the Vero Beach Art Club at www.verobeachartclub.org/donate, VNA Hospice foundation at https://foundation.vnatc.com/donate-now/, or a charity or your choice.
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