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James Passarelli

James Passarelli

May 29, 2024

James Passarelli, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on May 29th, 2024, in Fort Pierce, Florida. Born on March 5th, 1935, in Salida, Colorado, James lived a fulfilling life dedicated to family and work. For 26 years, he served as a Waste Technician at Rocky Flats, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment. Outside of work, James found joy in...

Gary L. Hickman

Gary L. Hickman

May 29, 2024

Gary L. Hickman

Gary L. “Grandad” Hickman, 82, died May 29, 2024 in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

Mr. Hickman was born in Holton, Kansas and resided in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Gary graduated with 3 bachelor’s degrees from Oregon State University and a master’s degree from Utah State University.  He was a member of the National Rifle Association, American Society of Mammalogists, American Ornithological...

Carol Anne Rochester

Carol Anne Rochester

May 29, 2024

Carol Anne Rochester, 80, passed away peacefully at her home May 29, 2024 surrounded by her beloved family.Carol was born April 14, 1944 in Miami, Florida to L.M. and Mary Jane (DePree) Huff. Carol was the co-owner of an HVAC company before retiring. Carol was devoted to her family and friends and loved taking care of them. She enjoyed bowling and...

Nelson G. Bickel, Jr.

Nelson G. Bickel, Jr.

May 28, 2024

 Nelson G. Bickel, Jr., 86, of Fort Pierce, FL passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Nelson is survived by his son, Craig Bickel (Karen), grandson Christopher Bickel (Alex), granddaughters, Andrea Morgan, Kelsey Seger (Colton) and Allie Mahoney (Timmy) and great-grandchildren, Adelynn and Emilia Mahoney and Gwennan Bickel. He was preceded in death by his parents Nelson, Sr. and Mary...

Woodrow Joseph Adkison

Woodrow Joseph Adkison

May 27, 2024

Woodrow Joseph Adkison

Joseph Adkison, 54, died May 27, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Mr. Adkison was a lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, Florida.

Joseph loved fishing, playing softball, cooking, and NASCAR.

Survivors include his mother, Faye Gosser of Fort Pierce, FL; son, Richard Adkison of Orlando, FL; and brother, Clarence (Keely) Adkison of Fort Pierce, FL. He was preceded in death by his...

Patricia (Ventresca) Gebhardt

Patricia (Ventresca) Gebhardt

May 26, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Patricia “Pat” Gebhardt (74), who left us on May 26, 2024 for her journey to heaven.Patricia was born in Waterbury, CT to the late Joseph and Yolanda (Sciascia) Ventresca. She was a 1968 graduate of Crosby High School in Waterbury, CT.  She worked for BJ’s Wholesale Club...

Patricia A. Garyon

Patricia A. Garyon

May 25, 2024

Patricia A. Garyon

Patricia A. Garyon, 90, died on May 25, 2024 in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

Mrs. Garyon was born in Bronx, New York and resided in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Vineland, New Jersey. She loved working in retail and did some modeling in charity fashion shows.  She enjoyed going to...

Ruben Anthony Calderon

Ruben Anthony Calderon

May 25, 2024

Ruben Anthony Calderon 

Ruben Anthony “Pollo, Pollito” Calderon, 22, died May 25, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Ruben was a lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, Florida.

Ruben graduated from White City Elementary, Forest Grove Middle School, and Fort Pierce Westwood High School. He enjoyed gaming, football, basketball, horses, and cars. Ruben was a kind, generous, funny, and loving person that would always put...

Fawn L. Wetzel

Fawn L. Wetzel

May 25, 2024

Fawn L. Wetzel, 54, passed away in Fort Pierce, Florida on May 25, 2024.

Fawn was born on May 22, 1970, in Troy, Pennsylvania to Todd H. and Linda L. Wetzel. She was the co-owner of Newman’s Power Systems and was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church.

Fawn enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, dancing, camping, traveling, and just...

Thelma Ruby Cuff

Thelma Ruby Cuff

May 24, 2024

Mrs. Thelma Ruby Cuffe (née Fullerton), fondly known as “Mother” by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all who were blessed to know her, peacefully departed this world on Friday, May 24, 2024, surrounded by the love and care of her family. Born on December 1, 1922, to Irene Taylor-Fullerton and Wilfred Fullerton in Hampstead, St. Mary, Jamaica, Thelma’s life was...

Herbert Ronald "Ronnie" Sharpton

Herbert Ronald "Ronnie" Sharpton

May 23, 2024

Herbert Ronald Sharpton

Herbert Ronald “Ronnie” Sharpton, 73, died May 23, 2024 in Stuart, Florida.

Mr. Sharpton was born in Trenton, Georgia and resided in Indiantown, Florida.

Ronnie was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and was a trucker for over 50 years. He was a member of the Freedom Baptist Church, Okeechobee, Florida. He loved hunting, fishing, welding, fixing cars, and telling...

Gwendolyn "Jackie" Cain Cook

Gwendolyn "Jackie" Cain Cook

May 23, 2024

Gwendolyn “Jackie” Cain Cook, 97, passed away on May 23, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Gwendolyn was born on October 20, 1926, in Hartford Alabama to W.R. and Grace B. Cain. She attended Miami Jackson High School. She worked for and retired from the Seaboard Coastline Railroad. She was a member of the VFW of Avon Park and the Bethel Baptist...

Wally Michael Dressel

Wally Michael Dressel

May 22, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Wally Michael Dressel, a devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Wally passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024, at 72, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

Wally was born on October 8, 1951, in St. Louis, MO, to parents Waldemar and Laura Dressel. He was Paula's beloved husband,...

Judy Mauro

Judy Mauro

May 22, 2024

Judy Mauro, age 69, passed away on May 22, 2024, in Fort Pierce, FL. Born on January 3, 1955, in Hartford, CT, Judy was a beloved Art History Teacher at Lincoln Park Academy from 1991 to 2016.

Judy was the most caring and generous person you could ever meet. She had a radiant personality that could light up any room, and...

Paul Baltazar Serra

Paul Baltazar Serra

May 21, 2024

Paul Baltazar Serra, son of the late Carlo and Concetta Serra, passed away at the age of 85 in Ft. Pierce, FL. Paul was born in New York City on May 29, 1938.Paul attended Fairleigh Dickinson University where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, followed by Montclair State College where he received his Master of Arts degree. He dedicated...

Steven F. Mattocks

Steven F. Mattocks

May 20, 2024

Steven Mattocks, 66, died on May 20, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Memorial donations to help defray funeral expenses may be made to Community Services, 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982.

James Charles "Jim" Patrick

James Charles "Jim" Patrick

May 19, 2024

James Charles Patrick (Jim) always joked that it took until the age of twelve to realize his name wasn’t “Jesus Christ” - and on Sunday, May 19th, 2024, at the age of seventy-seven, he got to go be with Him. Jim passed away in his Port St. Lucie, FL home surrounded by loved ones. Even through his final days, he...

David Alan Capps

David Alan Capps

May 19, 2024

David Alan Capps, 63, passed away at home on May 19, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Mr. Capps was born in Tampa, Florida on December 8, 1960 to Milton and Mary Capps, moving to Fort Pierce in 1967.   

David was owner/operator of J&J Tractor Service and Diamond D Concrete before joining Nature’s Keeper as a Supervisor.  In his spare time, he...

Robert of Brown

Robert of Brown

May 18, 2024

Robert Brown, 54, died on May 18, 2024 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Memorial contributions to help defray funeral expenses may be made to Community Services, 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982.

Edward James "Ed" Carlin

Edward James "Ed" Carlin

May 18, 2024

Edward James “Ed” Carlin

Edward James Carlin passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024.   A kind & generous man, with a sharp mind and open heart.  His advice has guided his family throughout their lives, for which they are eternally grateful. His words of wisdom will always be our path forward.  Offering a gentle & easy smile, he was a...

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