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Doris Magursky, 88, of Dunnellon, FL, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, in the loving arms of her children John and Holly.  She was born in St Louis, Missouri; parents George Nash and Ida Niccum.  She moved to Miami where she met and married John Magursky in 1951.   After raising four children, Doris and her late husband Johnny moved to Dunnellon from Miami in 1992.  Since then, Doris has been an integral member of the community.  When she wasn’t...

Robert Paul Petkanics, 91, died on Friday, March 3, 2023 in Ocala, FL. He was born on November 5, 1931 in Homestead, PA and was the son to the late George and Mary (Cucka) Petkanics. Following his early graduation from high school in Pittsburgh, PA., Robert moved to New York City, where he met and later married his late beloved wife of 60 years, Collette Joy (Preston)  Petkanics. During the Korean War he was enlisted in the United States Army and stationed in Japan, where he...

David John Griffiths, born June 18th, 1936 in Scranton, PA, passed away March, 10th, 2023. David lived a full and accomplished life. He dedicated 26 years serving his country, as an officer and physicist, in the United States Navy. During his service, he specialized in underwater detection, developing  and enhancing sonar systems. With the Navy, he traveled much of the world and made many lifelong friends. He was respected for his scientific contributions by his colleagues and was...

Robert L. Yoder, 71, died on March 17, 2023 at HCA Hospital in Ocala, FL. He was born on October 12, 1951 in Atlanta, GA and was the son to the late Robert L. Yoder, Sr. and June A. (Anglin) Yoder. Robert moved to Dunnellon seven years ago from Plantation, FL.  He is survived by his sisters, Janet Sark (Robert) and Karen Yoder. Graveside services will be held on Monday, March 27, 2023 at 1PM at Hollywood Memorial Gardens North in Hollywood, FL.   

Charles “CV” Roberts Sr. April 11, 1942 - March 5, 2023 Charles “Charlie” Roberts, 80, of Crystal River passed away on March 5, 2023. He was born April 11, 1942 in Lake Wales, Florida to Hershel and Gladys Roberts.  Charlie was a retired Gainesville police officer, boat captain and served in the U.S. Navy. He loved the water, going on cruises and was a die-hard Gator fan. Charlie graduated high school in Ocala, Florida and UCF for his Master’s...

Denise E. Tousignant, 61, died on March 10, 2023 at her home in Dunnellon while under the care of Hospice of Marion County. She was born on February 8, 1962 in West Springfield, MA. Denise moved to Dunnellon roughly  eleven years ago. After retiring as a Postmaster, she  was affectionately known as the “Banana Lady” by her neighbors in reference to one of her post retirement jobs as a fruit vendor. Denise was Roman Catholic by faith and her enjoyment in life was her...

Rolland Henry Brunnworth, "Brun", of Dunnellon, Florida, passed away on February 18, 2023, at 83 years of age.  Brun accomplished much in those eight decades.  He was born on May 8, 1939, to Frieda Suhre and Henry Brunnworth in Edwardsville, Illinois.  He graduated from Perdue University in 1961 with a degree in Electrical Engineering and commissioned into the Navy.  He went on to serve on three nuclear-powered submarines - the USS Pollack, the Kamehameha, and...

David Bradford Grice, 69, passed away January 19, 2023.  He was born at Munroe Memorial Hospital, May 1, 1953. He was a lifetime resident of Ocala.             He accepted Jesus Christ into his life at the age of 10, joining St. Mark’s Methodist Church.             Upon graduation from Vanguard High School in 1971, he began a career as a Railroad Signalman.  He...