Obituaries
Norma L. Willett
May 25, 2022
Norma L. Willett, 88, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on May 25, 2022. She was born on June 18, 1933, to John Amos and Nellie Plumley in Glade, West Virginia. Norma moved to Punta Gorda in 1987 from Buckhannon, WV where she was a member of the St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary and a parishioner at Holy Rosary Catholic Church....
Sean L. Maguire
May 23, 2022
On Monday, May 23rd, 2022, Sean Maguire (31), beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend, was taken from this world. Originally from Minnesota, Sean was an Eagle Scout, Rescue Scuba Diver, swim school instructor and manager, volunteer Firefighter, and EMT. He moved to Punta Gorda during the pandemic to be closer to his family and to attend Paramedic school. Sean...
Toni M. David
May 23, 2022
Toni Marie David, née Bertram, left this earth to be with her Heavenly Father, Monday, May 23, 2022, in Cape Coral, Florida after a courageous battle with cancer. Toni was born August 3, 1984, in Shelby Ohio to Edward and Linda (Winck) Bertram. Toni is survived by her husband, Shawn David, her daughter, Aria Marie McMullen, Cape Coral; and stepson...
Terence D. Chidsey
May 22, 2022
Terence David Chidsey of Punta Gorda, Florida went home to Jesus on May 22, 2022. He passed away peacefully in his home after an ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) diagnosis in January 2020. He did not allow ALS to define him. Terry accepted this debilitating illness with a grace that can only be explained by his love for and dependence on...
James A. Hire
May 20, 2022
James A. Hire, 83, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2022. He was born on February 9, 1939, to Robert and Frieda Hire in Lima, OH. James resided in Lima until 2015 when he relocated to Punta Gorda. James graduated from Lima Senior High School in 1957 and honorably served in the United States Army from...
Rita F. Monroe
May 20, 2022
Rita Faye Monroe Born 10-2-1946 Died 5-20-2022 Rita will be missed by family & friends. A simple service will be held on June 4th at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church Charlotte Harbor. Located at 4506 Church St. Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980.
Albert J. Kohut
May 17, 2022
Albert Joseph Kohut went to his heavenly home on May 17, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Deborah Taylor Kohut and will also be deeply missed by his sister Elizabeth Simonson (Steve) of Elyria, OH; his eight children, David Kohut, Annette Chenoweth (Steve), Kenneth Kohut, and Reni Barnes (Elgin), all of Ohio, Mary E. Ritchie (Jimmy) of Indianapolis, IN,...
Rafe K. Zimmerman
May 17, 2022
Rafe K. Zimmerman, 19, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away on May 17, 2022. He was born on July 12, 2002, in Placerville, CA to Scott and Andrea Zimmerman. Rafe moved to Port Charlotte in 2005 with his parents, receiving his high school diploma from FPEA (Florida Parent Educators Association). Rafe was part of the Chick-fil-A team, working at the...
Charles M. Thompson
May 14, 2022
Charles M. Thompson, 89, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on May 14, 2022. He was born on April 27, 1933, to Gordon and Mary Thompson in Guernsey County, Ohio. Charles honorably served in the United States Army and relocated to Punta Gorda in 1999 from Connecticut. He worked as an Underwriting Manager for Royal Insurance and NLC Insurance Company,...
Richard A. Serrell
May 12, 2022
Richard A. Serrell, 79, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away May 12, 2022. He was born on October 21, 1942, in Mineola, New York to Arthur and Ann Serrell. Richard worked as a medical physicist for Nassau County Medical Center in New York until 1998 when he relocated to Florida from Long Island. He continued his work throughout Florida until...
Frank J. Schultheis, Jr.
May 7, 2022
Frank J. Schultheis, Jr., 87, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away on May 7, 2022. He was born on October 16, 1935, in Philadelphia, PA to Francis and Catherine Schultheis. Frank served in the U.S. Airforce and Army, moving to Port Charlotte in 1974 from New Jersey. He worked as a machinist early on in his career followed by various...
Anne C. Nash
May 7, 2022
Anne C. Nash (nee Catherine Anne Cassat), 95, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on May 7, 2022. Anne was born on September 9, 1926, in Poughkeepsie, NY, daughter of Paul Clifford Cassat and Rowena Ehle Wilson Cassat. Anne spent the early years of her life in Poughkeepsie, Beaufort SC, Iowa City IA, then Springfield OH. It was in Springfield,...
Ruben (Benny) Tricoche Jr.
May 6, 2022
Ruben Tricoche Jr. (Benny), a self contractor for Spark Delivery Services and resident of North Port, FL, died unexpectedly on May 6, 2022, at the age of 49 while working in Sarasota County, FL. Benny is survived by his father Ruben Tricoche; his mother Lillian Tricoche; his brothers David & Raymond Tricoche; his son Devin; his daughters Elissa & Bella;...
Hazel L. Hitchings
May 5, 2022
Hazel L. Hitchings, 101, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on May 5, 2022. She was born on September 13, 1920, in Ottumwa, Iowa to Fred and Amy Miller. Hazel was a resident of Florida since 1924, relocating to Punta Gorda in 2013 from Miami. Hazel was a beloved mother of 4,...
Paul A. Bankson
Apr 26, 2022
Paul A. Bankson passed away peacefully at his home on April 26, 2022, in Punta Gorda, FL. He was 86. Paul grew up in Cape Elizabeth, ME thru his high school years. He attended Boston University where he graduated with a degree in Public Relations. He used to love to tell the story of how his father would drive him...
Robert O. Riggs
Apr 20, 2022
In the words of Walt Whitman: “O Captain! My Captain! Our fearful trip is done.” Bob Riggs was truly the captain of his soul and of his ship. He navigated his life with exemplary character, a kind heart, and a joyful spirit. Throughout his 79 years on this earth, Bob skillfully managed calm seas and stormy waters knowing that rough...
Maxine E. Wilson
Apr 20, 2022
Maxine E. Wilson, 91, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away on April 20, 2022. She was born on November 11, 1930, to Roy and Irene Kees in Rochester, MI. Maxine retired as a Retail Manager from Sears after 20 years of service. She relocated to Port Charlotte from Shelton, CT, and was a member of the Pilgrim United Church of...
Christine Capra
Apr 19, 2022
Christine “Tina” Capra (Iantosca), 86, of Lake Suzy, Florida, and Revere, Massachusetts. Tina peacefully passed away on April 19, 2022, just shy of her 87th birthday. Born on April 24, 1935, in Boston, Massachusetts to Americo and Mary (Longobucco) Iantosca. Tina is now reunited with her loving husband of 52 years, William (Bill) Leroy Capra, after 16 years. Devoted and...
Gary S. Ray
Apr 17, 2022
Gary S. Ray, 86, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on April 17, 2022. He was born on December 4, 1935, to Dorothy Ray in Reading, PA. Gary was an Electrical Engineer, moving to Punta Gorda in 1992 from Delaware. He was a member of the Mason, Commodore of Burnt Store Isles Boat Club, Officer/Director of Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club,...
Frances B. Teeters
Apr 17, 2022
Frances B. Teeters, 84, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away on April 17, 2022. She was born on March 25, 1938, to Thomas and Bessie Hicks in Elliott, KY. Frances worked in Aerospace Management and was an owner of an Antique and Collectibles store. She relocated to Port Charlotte in January of 2021. Frances enjoyed playing golf and spending time...
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