Local obituaries for Roberts Funeral Home of Dunnellon, LLC
Thomas Richard Phillips
Jan 3, 2025
Thomas R. "Buzz" Phillips, 84, died on January 3, 2025 at Tampa General Hospital in Crystal River, FL. He was born into this life on October 10, 1940 in Jacksonville, FL and was the son of the late Edward Lee and Katie Bell (Word) Phillips. Buzz was raised in Wildwood, FL and moved to Dunnellon in 1998 from Fruitland...
Patricia Ann (Leach) Brown
Jan 2, 2025
Patricia Brown, 67, passed away peacefully in her home on January 2nd, 2025 in Williston, Florida surrounded by loved ones. Patricia was born in Wayne, Michigan on May 5th, 1957. She grew up in Ft Myers, Florida. Patricia is joined in heaven by her mom Grace Tanner, her dad Jack Tanner, and her sister Evelyn Sanders. She moved to...
Arnold Keith Sykes
Dec 27, 2024
Arnold Keith Sykes, 87, passed peacefully on December 27, 2024 at Cates House in Ocala, FL. He was born into this life on February 8, 1937 and was the son to the late Arnold and May (Diggle) Sykes. Keith was born and raised in Rishton, England. He eventually moved from England to Rhode Island and worked as a Tool...
Ronald R. Rupert
Dec 18, 2024
Ronald R. Rupert, 89, died on December 18, 2024 at Tampa General Hospital, Crystal River. He was born on August 8, 1935 in Allison Park, PA and was the son to the late Benjamin and Marcella (Oshea) Rupert. Following high school, Ronald enlisted with the United States Marine Corps. He met his future wife, Janice MacDonald, while in the...
Harry Ortiz
Dec 17, 2024
Harry Ortiz, a devoted husband to his former wife Eva, a caring father, and hardworking man, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. A man of unwavering faith, Harry's life was defined by his deep love for God and his family.
He is survived by his three beloved daughters Veronica, Leticia and Raquel, as well as his...
William Leland Gufford
Dec 3, 2024
William Leland Gufford was a proud Veteran with the US Navy. He was delivered in to this world by Dr. Moore of Crystal River Florida on January 30th, 1944, passing at the age of 80 on December 3rd, 2024 in Crystal River Florida.
Cherished and missed dearly by his children, Leland Gufford, Cindy DaCosta (Gualter Inacio) Raquel...
Barbara J (Bonar) Dantzscher
Dec 1, 2024
Mrs. Barbara J. Dantzscher, 89, of Dunnellon, passed away on December 2, 2024. Born in Detroit, Michigan, she and her husband moved to Dunnellon in 2002. Her husband of 43 years, William, preceded her in death in 2015. She is survived by her friends in Dunnellon, especially those from Dunnellon Presbyterian Church. A Service of Witness to the Resurrection...
Cheryl Ann Tucker
Dec 1, 2024
Cheryl Ann Tucker, 76, passed away on December 1, 2024 at her residence in Dunnellon, FL. She was born on October 8, 1948 in Miami, FL and was the daughter to the late Alfred Cecil Tate and June Tate. Having grown up in Hialeah, she graduated from Miami Edison High School in 1966. In 1990, Cheryl and her late...
Richard M. Kotcella
Nov 29, 2024
On November 29, 2024, Richard M. Kotcella (73), formerly of Rostraver Township lost a courageous battle coping with a lengthy illness. Born on April 17, 1951 in North Charleroi, PA.  Rich spent most of his life residing in the Mon Valley area. He was employed for 36 years and retired as Assistant Director of Maintenance at the former Monongahela...
Robert A. Lapore
Nov 29, 2024
Robert A. LaPore, 84, died on Friday, November 29, 2024 in Lecanto, FL. He was born on May 17, 1940 in Bell Gardens, CA and was the son to the late Albert and Ethel Mae (Jenkins) LePore. Robert grew up in California and after high school enlisted with the United States Army. He met his wife while still in...
Robert A. Cullen
Nov 26, 2024
Robert A. Cullen, 93, died on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Florida HCA West Marion Hospital. He was born into this life on October 2, 1931 in Paterson, NJ and was the son to the late John and Mae (Geisler) Cullen. Robert moved to Dunnellon in 1994 from New Jersey. He was an educator and owned his own restaurant....
Elizabeth J. (Kearns) Peritzian
Nov 26, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for Elizabeth J. (Kearns) Peritzian. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Douglas William James Lee Greening
Nov 19, 2024
The family will receive friends from 2-4 PM Tuesday, November 26, at Roberts Funeral Home of Dunnellon.
Carl Gordon Roof, Sr.
Nov 17, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for Carl Gordon Roof, Sr.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Vincent A. Gaudio
Nov 15, 2024
Vincent A. Gaudio, 66, died on Friday, November 15, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born into this life on September 27, 1958 in Providence, Rhode Island. Vincent graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island with an Associate’s degree in Applied Science and later received his Bachelors of Arts degree majoring in chemistry from Rhode Island...
Barbara J. Munroe
Nov 6, 2024
Mrs. Barbara J. Munroe, age 94, of Dunnellon, Florida, passed away on Nov 6, 2024. Barbara was born May 25, 1930. She studied music and voice at the University of Miami.
Barbara was married to John M. Munroe on Dec 19, 1953. They were married for 67 years.
Barbara was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking...
John S. Mcconnell Iii
Nov 6, 2024
John S. McConnell III, 76, of Dunnellon, passed away on Wednesday, November 06, 2024. After high school he entered the Funeral Service Business and became a Licensed Funeral Director. He has lived and worked all over FL doing what he loved. When he had free time, he volunteered with the Marion County Fire Rescue department.  Later in life he...
Sandra Hollins Jemison
Nov 4, 2024
With heavy hearts and profound love we announce the passing of Sandra Hollins Jemison, aged 88, on November 4, 2024. Sandra departed this world peacefully, surrounded by her beloved children and grandchildren, after living a life filled with love, kindness, and purpose.
Born to Maurice LaRue Hollins and Christine Russell on August 28, 1936, in St. Petersburg,...
Pamela Joan Ittner
Nov 2, 2024
Pamela Joan Ittner departed her earthly life November 2, 2024, into the joyful and loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. With a most gentle and loving spirit, Pam left the world and those she loved immeasurably better.
Pam was born on July 29, 1955, in Twentynine Palms, California, to Ernest and Claudette (Mundo) Ittner....
William H. Brassell
Oct 20, 2024
William H. Brassell, 75, of Dunnellon, passed away on October 20, 2024. His battle with serious medical issues in the past years showed his courage in facing life’s challenges with a smile. Despite the continuous pain, he remained a beacon of faith and love for those surrounding him.
William (Bill) was born on October 30, 1948, to...

