Obituaries
Robert Edgar Long
Dec 1, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Edgar Long, age 78, who departed this life on December 1, 2025. Born on December 16, 1946, in New Bedford, Massachusetts to Edgar and Winifred Long, Robert was a cherished son, devoted husband, and loving father. He spent many of his formative years in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, where he...
Wilfred Arthur "Will" Fraser
Nov 30, 2025
Wilfred Arthur "Will" Fraser
"A life well-lived, full of laughter, love, and adventure."
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing on November 30, 2025, of Wilfred Arthur Fraser, known to most as Will. Born on September 24, 1933, to Arthur and Margaret Fraser in Clinton, Massachusetts, Will graduated from Acton High School before serving in the United States Navy...
Jaxson Scott Flack Hamilton
Nov 26, 2025
Jaxson Scott Flack Hamilton, age 2, of Englewood, FL, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in Tampa, FL. He was born on February 15, 2023, in Virginia Beach, VA, to his loving parents, Kacie Flack and Ryley Hamilton.
Jaxson had a way of making every moment brighter. He was the proudest big brother to Parker and loved nothing more than...
Robert John Kinsella
Nov 24, 2025
Robert John Kinsella, known as Bob, age 83, of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away in Port Charlotte, Florida. Born on June 4, 1942, in Dublin, Ireland, Bob was the beloved son of Kathleen and John Kinsella.
Bob grew up in Dublin before coming to America in 1960 at the age of 18. He began his journey in New York, where he...
Mark William Finley
Nov 11, 2025
Mark William Finley, born on March 15, 1957, passed away on November 11, 2025.
Daniel Frank Stainton
Nov 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Frank Stainton, an adored Husband, Son, Father, Brother, Uncle Gus-Gus, Grandson, Nephew, and friend. Danny was born in Port Charlotte, FL, on December 19, 1985, and passed away on November 10, 2025, at the young age of 39. Danny was a kindhearted jokester whose sense of humor and generosity knew no bounds and...
Caitlyn Marie Harless
Nov 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Caitlyn Marie Harless, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, partner, and friend, who left us on November 4, 2025, at the age of 30. Caitlyn was born on March 5, 1995, in Sedalia, Missouri, and found her home in Punta Gorda, Florida. She was a vibrant and joyful spirit whose...
Josephine Angela Darling
Oct 29, 2025
Josephine Angela Christofero Darling passed away peacefully at Tidewell Hospice in Venice, Florida on October 29, 2025. She was born the fifth of five siblings on May 17, 1933, in Woburn, Massachusetts, to Antonio and Angelina Christofero. She was predeceased by her siblings Peter Christofero, Jenny Yebba, Tony Christofero, and Marie Cierri.
Josie graduated from Woburn High School, Class of 1950,...
Philip Colin Luoma
Oct 27, 2025
Philip Colin Luoma, age 73, resident of Punta Gorda, Fl, previously of Gwinn, MI passed away peacefully at Advent Health in Port Charlotte, Florida on October 27, 2025, with his loving wife Chris at his side.
Born in Ishpeming, MI on October 3, 1952, to the late Arne and Grace Luoma, Phil grew up in Negaunee and attended school there and...
William T. Connolly
Oct 25, 2025
William T. Connolly, 87, of Punta Gorda, formerly of Bethel, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on October 25th after a brief illness. A native of Connecticut, Bill was born and raised in Norwalk, attending Norwalk High School before enlisting in the Navy. In 1961 he moved to Bethel, Connecticut, raising his family there until he retired to Punta Gorda in 2021.
Bill...
Teddy J. Farley
Oct 20, 2025
Teddy J. Farley passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2025, at the age of 91.
He is survived by his children, Belinda Asbury Noble of Cape Coral, Florida, Terry Asbury (Waynette) of Estancia, New Mexico, Sandy Meyer Hood (Mike) of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Paula Meyer (Jim) of Indian Rocks Beach, Florida. Sister Patsy Farley Pettry of Henry, Illinois....
Cyrene Clark
Oct 20, 2025
It is with shattered hearts that we share the passing of our beloved daughter, Cyrene, who left us far too soon on October 20, 2025, at the age of 29.
Cyrene was unlike anyone else - strong-willed, thoughtful, and endlessly creative. She was a free spirit, and driven by compassion and curiosity. Known for her intelligence, humor and depth, she...
William Joseph Fluharty Jr.
Oct 11, 2025
William Joseph "Joe" Fluharty, Jr., age 90, of Media, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, at his home in North Fort Myers, Florida.
Born and raised in Media, Joe proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years during the Korean War. Following his military service, he built a long and successful career as an officer...
Claudia Richardson
Oct 9, 2025
Claudia Elizabeth (Gilkey) Richardson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, at the age of 79. Known for her infectious laughter and sense of humor, she left a void that will be impossible to fill, but a legacy of joy and service that will last forever.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia to Mary Gladys (Hayes) Gilkey...
Ilse J. Stone
Oct 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ilse J. Stone, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left this world on October 6, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on November 12, 1931, in Freiburg, Germany, Ilse came to the United States in 1962, settling in Plano, Texas, before later moving to the warm embrace of...
Frederick Macaluso
2025
Frederick "Fred" Macaluso of Philadelphia passed away peacefully, surrounded by the family who loved him beyond words. A kind, loving, and generous soul, Fred would give you the shirt off his back without hesitation. He was as strong in heart as he was in body; a protector, a friend, and a father who lived for his children.
He had that unmistakable...
Yvette Dostie
Sep 30, 2025
Yvette Dostie (95) died September 30 in Punta Gorda, Florida. She was the third of seven children, born in Lewiston, Maine on December 12, 1929 to Napoleon and Bernice (Guite) Boucher. She was a graduate of Edward Little High School in Auburn; in 1949 she married Jules Dostie and together they raised six children, grew the family jewelry business and...
Teresita Veras
2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Teresita Veras, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who peacefully left this world on September 25, 2025, at the age of 72. Born in 1953, in the Philippines, Teresita exuded warmth and compassion throughout her life. She proudly made her home in Punta Gorda, Florida, after moving from Ohio, in...
Timothy “Bird Man” Lathery
Sep 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Timothy “Bird Man” Lathery, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on September 21, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on March 14, 1959, in Hamilton, Ohio, Timothy embraced life with a spirit that touched everyone around him. He lived his life his way.
Timothy spent...
Michael McChesney
Sep 15, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Michael McChesney, beloved husband, dad, son, Papa, brother, uncle, and friend who left us on September 15, 2025, at the age of 67.
Born on September 25, 1957, in Quincy, Massachusetts, Mike brought warmth and joy to all who crossed his path. A carpenter by trade, his passion for his work was evident,...
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