All Obituaries

Mr. Gary William Lyman, of Ocala, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at Legacy Hospice House.  A native of Montpelier, VT, he and his wife moved to Marion County in 2002, coming here from Rouses Point, New York.  They first lived in Rainbow Springs, and later moved to On Top of the World.  Gary retired from Wyeth Ayerst Pharmaceuticals, where he spent his entire career there as a chemist.  His retirement days were spent enjoying his favorite hobby playing...

Joyce E. Gabel, 88, of Dunnellon, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020, at her residence, surrounded by her family.  A native of Freeport, IL, she and her husband moved here in 1994, coming here from Chesapeake, VA. Joyce was an accomplished musician.  She played both the piano and the organ for First United Methodist Church in Dunnellon, where she was a member, and was also the staff organist for Roberts Funeral Home of Dunnellon for many years.  She belonged to the...

Mr. David Lewis Kite of Dunnellon, FL, formerly of Johnson City, TN, died peacefully Thursday, January 16, at home. He was born in Campbell County, TN on December 11, 1933. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Judith Cramer Kite, daughters Dr. Kathryn French (Ken) and Karen Kite; siblings Charles Kite, Lucille Dossett, and Anne Smith (C.B.); and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Campbell County schools, then served in the Marine Corps and was a graduate of the...

Susan Morris Waugh passed away peacefully surrounded by family and people that loved and cared for her after a long illness on January 18.  Susan was the daughter of the late Dr. William C. Waugh and Lounell Morris Waugh.  She was born on January 12,1951 in Valdosta, Ga.  Susan was a graduate of Dunnellon High School in 1970.  She was a fan of the DHS Tigers, the Georgia Bulldogs and Braves.  She loved Elvis Presley and anyone that entered her room knew it as it was...

  Sam Tarascio, 81, passed away Saturday, January 18th, 2020.  Sam was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, Quality Control for the Federal Government and an active member of the American Veterans Motorcycle club. Sam is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Genevieve (Nowak) Tarascio, son, Daniel Tarascio (Tami), sister, Joanne Tarascio.  He was the proud uncle of John Rajca, Leann Kissel, Bobby and Johnny Garreto, also a “Great-Uncle” to 11 nieces and nephews. ...

Dunnellon - Linda Ann Gauthier-Porter, 67, entered the eternal realms of the heavenly kingdom in the early morning hours on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 while under the care of hospice at the Legacy house in Ocala. She leaves behind her mother, Gladyce Gauthier, Dunnellon, FL; her brother, Charles Gauthier and his wife Susan, Tallahassee; her niece, Henna Gauthier; her nephew, Eric Gauthier and her beloved dog Sugar. Linda is preceded in death by her father, Charles Clifford Gauthier. On...

Linda Burnett Foley, 77, passed away December 27, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born December 8, 1942 and was a lifelong resident of Ocala. She was employed as a Registered Optician for 32 years at Ocala Eye. Linda was a devoted servant of Christ and was of the Baptist faith. She dedicated her life to being the best “Momma” and “Nanny” possible. Linda loved fishing for redfish and watching the sunsets on her favorite beach, St. George...

Stephen F. Tiesmeyer, Sr., 66, died on Saturday, January 11, 2020 in Gainesville, FL. He leaves behind his wife, Deborah Tiesmeyer; his son, Stephen F. Tiesmeyer, Jr.; his stepchildren, Lynda Tiesmeyer and George Tiesmeyer, Jr.; his daughters, Stephanie Tiesmeyer, Dawn Jean Reed; his brothers, Harry Tiesmeyer, Frederick Tiesmeyer and Edwin Tiesmeyer; his several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, George Henry and Dorothy (Douglas) Tiesmeyer, and his...

Rusty suddenly left us on a beautiful, sunny day while continuing to improve his new home.  He had just returned from many years in Oregon to reunite with his family here in Florida.  He was passionate about his dogs, Ziva and Bubba, horseback riding, his family, and a good day’s work.  He was an Army veteran, loved his country and always supported veteran causes.  He will be laid to rest at Bay Pines National Cemetery in St. Petersburg, Florida.  He leaves...

Robert S. Cocuzza, 90, US Army Veteran, died on November 29, 2019 in Ocala, FL. He was born on July 6, 1929 in Bronx, NY. He was the son to the late John and Mary(Santora) Cocuzza. Robert moved to Dunnellon in 1991 from Yorktown Heights and lived in Rainbow Springs and then to Ocala. He was retired meat cutter. He leaves behind his wife, Muriel J. Cocuzza, Ocala; his sons, Robert A. Cocuzza, White Plains, NY, Stephen J. Cocuzza, Bishopville, MD; his daughter, Rene Longo, Lewes, DE; his...