Obituaries

John W. Vargo, Jr.

John W. Vargo, Jr.

Apr 13, 2022

John W. Vargo, Jr., 44, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away on April 13, 2022. He was born on May 18, 1977, to John Sr. and Janet Vargo in York, PA. John moved to Port Charlotte from Baltimore, MD in 1989. John loved fishing and being outdoors. Throughout his life, he enjoyed playing drums, skateboarding, and spending time with his...

Melvin C. Keller

Melvin C. Keller

Apr 11, 2022

Melvin C. Keller, 78, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on April 11, 2022. He was born on August 15, 1943, to Gordon and Evelyn Keller in Baltimore, MD. Melvin served as the Director of Administration for the National Energy Technology Laboratory with the Department of Energy. He was a proud member of the Elks Lodge and Democratic Party. Melvin...

Robert M. Pousland

Robert M. Pousland

Apr 10, 2022

Bob grew up in Massachusetts. He was an Air Force Veteran and spent his working career as a machinist. He loved boating and riding his motorcycle with his beloved Ruthie. Bob and Ruth made Port Charlotte their home in 2000. He was also an avid knife maker. Bob and Ruth were together 58 years and married for 52 years. Good...

Linda S. Farley

Linda S. Farley

Apr 10, 2022

Linda Sylvia Farley (Daniels), age 67, of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on May 7, 1954, to Thurman and Betty (Imes) Daniels. Linda was raised in Dayton where she met her husband, Ronnie Ray Farley. They were married in Roanoke, Virginia, on October 15, 1977,...

Patricia A. Meade

Patricia A. Meade

Apr 7, 2022

Patricia A. Meade, 73, of Punta Gorda, FL passed away on April 7, 2022. She was born April 10, 1948, to John and Irene House in Amherst, OH. Patricia was a graduate of Clearview High School, working in management until her retirement in 2000 when she relocated to Florida from Lorain, OH. Patricia was an active member of the Women’s...

Steven K. Reager

Steven K. Reager

Apr 7, 2022

Steve Kent Reager, of Punta Gorda, Florida departed this world on April 7, 2022. Steve was born in Bremerton, Washington. Throughout his life, he lived in the states of California, Virginia, Illinois, and Alabama. He was 69. Beloved husband to Marcia Ann For 42 years and loving father to Melissa (Brad) Lerner, of Sarasota, Florida, Nydia Stafford, of Punta Gorda,...

Dolores J. Morrow

Dolores J. Morrow

Apr 5, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Dolores Morrow announces her passing on April 5, 2022, at the age of 90. Dolores was born June 17, 1931, in Edmonds, ND, married William (Bill) Morrow on June 1, 1955, and raised her family in Effingham, IL. Dolores and Bill spent their retirement years in Punta Gorda, FL. Those grateful...

Barbara J. Vaughan

Barbara J. Vaughan

Apr 3, 2022

BARBARA JEAN VAUGHAN – NEE BANTA January 16, 1928 – April 3, 2022 Born Indianapolis, Indiana – Florida Resident 50+ years Barbara Jean Vaughan, age 94 God said it was time…. One of nine children, Barbara was born in Indianapolis, IN to Wm “Artie” and Ruth E. Banta. She was married to Gene Erwin Vaughan (preceded) and she was blessed...

Adeline A.  Labarbera

Adeline A. Labarbera

Mar 28, 2022

Adeline A. LaBarbera, 92, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away on March 28, 2022. She was born on October 19, 1929, to Herminio and Mary Cerno in Danbury, CT. Adeline relocated to Florida in 2004. Adeline was a devoted loving wife and mother. She enjoyed golf, swimming, dancing, Bocce, corn hole, and playing cards with her family and friends. She...

Donald L. Mingle

Donald L. Mingle

Mar 28, 2022

Donald Lee Mingle passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 28, 2022, at the age of 77. He was born April 15, 1944, to Loren and Margaret Mingle (Genesky) in Buffalo New York. Donald retired to Port Charlotte in 2005 after a successful career with Serif Press Inc. in Arlington, Va., as a Sales Consultant. Donald earned a Masters...

Brad A. Triplett

Brad A. Triplett

Mar 23, 2022

Brad A. Triplett, 64, of Englewood, FL, passed away on March 23, 2022. He was born on November 11, 1957, to Zach and Shirley Triplett in Columbus, OH. Brad worked as a mechanic and handyman, relocating to Florida in 1997 from Springfield, OH. Brad loved making people laugh, fishing, loud Rock-n-Roll music, and loved cooking for people he cared about....

George G. Crossett

George G. Crossett

Mar 21, 2022

George G. Crossett, 91, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2022. He previously resided in Punta Gorda (Windmill Village), Rochester Indiana, and Oak Lawn, Illinois. He was born on September 12, 1930, in Chicago Illinois. He had an active life. Fishing, boating, camping, hiking, tennis, YMCA workouts, and kayaking were among his many activities. At Windmill...

Mario J. Simeola

Mario J. Simeola

Mar 19, 2022

Mariano J. Simeola, 96, of Punta Gorda, FL, formerly of Ocala, FL, passed away on March 19, 2022. He was born on May 8, 1925, to Frank and Amelia Simeola in New Rochelle, NY. Mariano honorably served in United States Army during WWII and the Korean War. Following his service, he worked as a Hairdresser and Florist for many years....

Carol A. Clarke

Carol A. Clarke

Mar 19, 2022

Carol Ann Clarke (nee Porges) was born December 18, 1967, in Oak Lawn, Illinois to the late Charles and Patricia Porges. During her youth and throughout most of high school Carol was a competitive figure skater. Carol received her teaching degree from the University of Illinois, later earning her Master’s in Education from Wheaton College in 1994. She passed into...

David B. Magee

David B. Magee

Mar 16, 2022

David Byron Magee, 81 years old, passed away on March 15, 2022, in Port Charlotte, FL. Dave was born on July 17, 1940, in Jackson, MI to Edward and Charlotte Magee. Dave grew up in Jackson, MI, graduated from Jackson High in 1958 and then served in the National Guard. Shortly thereafter, he met Ruth Daniel from Parma, MI. Ruth...

Barbara A. Cotoni

Barbara A. Cotoni

Mar 13, 2022

Barbara A. Cotoni, 86, of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away on March 13, 2022. She was born on December 13, 1935, to Philip “Willis” McMullin and Ruth Powers in Waltham, MA. Barbara lived in Simi Valley, CA from 1956 to 1966 and was a longtime resident of Chelmsford, MA from 1966 to 1993. She moved to Punta Gorda, FL in...

Janice E. Crail

Janice E. Crail

Mar 12, 2022

Janice E. Crail, 78, died on Saturday, March 12, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of James H. Crail for 55 years. Janice was born in Boston, MA on December 31, 1943, a daughter of the late Alphonse and Mary (Radzevitch) Notrargiacomo. She was a graduate of the Acton-Boxborough High School class of 1961. She received...

Sheila M. Blais

Sheila M. Blais

Mar 12, 2022

Sheila Mae (Michaud) Blais, 71 of Punta Gorda, formerly of Massena died peacefully, early Saturday morning March 12, 2022, at the Tidewell Hospice House in Englewood. Following her wishes, her family will honor her life privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared with Tidewell Foundation, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34238, or Potsdam Humane Society, 17 Madrid...

Dale A. Evans

Dale A. Evans

Mar 8, 2022

Evans, Dale Alan of St. Simons Island, GA, age75, died on March 8, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. He died at the home of his daughter Deanna in Punta Gorda, FL. Dale was born January 7, 1947, at Hurley Hospital in Flint, Michigan, the son of Leo and Mildred (Woodbeck) Evans. Dale graduated from Kearsley High School in...

Walter A.  Vonhone

Walter A. Vonhone

Mar 8, 2022

Walter A. vonHone, 95, passed away March 8, 2022, after a full life of patriotism, family, and community contributions. He was the husband of June Harvey vonHone and was previously the husband of the late Elizabeth Clark vonHone. Walter was born and lived in Manchester and Vernon in CT before retiring to South Dennis, MA, in 1987. As a WWII...