Local obituaries for Roberts Funeral Home of Dunnellon, LLC

Jan 20, 2014

Kay gracefully passed away at home on Monday January 20th, 2014 at the age of 74.  She was born on January 26, 1939 in Geneva, Alabama to the late Edith Loraine Harper and Charles Wood Matthews.  She was a faithful member of Grace Episcopal Church in Ocala from 1960 to her death. Her early years were spent in Geneva before...

Jan 14, 2014

James "Jimmy" E. Massey, Jr. of Dunnellon, passed away January 14, 2014. Jimmy was born October 13, 1942 in Jackson, Mississippi. Left to cherish Jimmy's memory are his wife of almost 40 years, Judy Massey; his children Jaime, Jason, and Felicia; his younger siblings Patsy and Charles; his grandchildren Serena, Nikki, and Trey; and his grandpuppies Dale and Junior. A...

Jan 9, 2014

US Navy Lt. Commander, George G. Melonson ,83, died on Thursday, January 9, 2014 in Ocala, FL. He was born April 30, 1930 to the late George and Caroline (Legro) Melonson in North Reading, MA. George moved to Florida in 1997 from Virginia. He proudly served our country in the US Navy for twenty three years obtaining the rank of...

Jan 9, 2014

Addie Ruth “Midge” Folks Alexander, 85 went to be with the Lord on  January 9th 2014.  A  native of Dunnellon, she was the youngest daughter of William Henry Folks and Addie Lee Pedrick Folks.  The Folks family was one of  Marion County’s  Pioneer families. After graduating in 1946 as Valedictorian of her class, she enrolled in Florida State College for...

Jan 7, 2014

Richard “Hans” Wagner, 75 of Dunnellon, FL died Tuesday January 7th, 2014 at the Hospice Legacy House in Ocala, FL. Hans was born September 4th, 1938 in Lebanon, PA to the late Elam and Mildred (Strohm) Wagner. He was a retired U. S. Army Airborne Sergeant Major who served our country for 24 years. He had combat tours in Beirut,...

Jan 6, 2014

Rainbow Springs- Sandra M. Maybaum, 76, of Dunnellon, FL formerly of Bothell, Washington, died on January 6, 2014 in Ocala, FL. She was the daughter to the late Gilbert and Katherine (Bradley) Biehle. Sandra entered this life on October 9, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri. Sandra is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Maybaum in 2007. She is survived...

Dec 31, 2013

Kimberly A. Fields-Fluty , 47   (1966-2013) An amazing woman who gained her angel wings on December 31st, 2013. Kimberly,  47, of Dunnellon, Fl. (formerly Evansville, In.). She loved fishing, camping, anything to be outdoors.  She was very caring, compassionate, & loving woman who will be missed by so many. She is survived by her husband Lonnie Fluty; her mother, Barbara...

Dec 27, 2013

Edward Carl Johnson, 87, passed away, peacefully, Friday, Dec. 27, 2013, in his home in Dunnellon.  With the caring support of Hospice of Marion Co., he was able to enjoy a loving Christmas with his family. He leaves behind his wife, Gloria ”Jimmie” Johnson, the love of his life for 65 years; sister,  Mildred Lingner; daughter, Judith Mcleod; grandson, Shaun...

Dec 24, 2013

Dec 24, 2013

Manuel “Mike” Fernandez, MD,84, died on December 24, 2013 in Gainesville, FL. He was the son to the late Mario C. and Theresa (Sanchez) Fernandez. Manuel was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He came to the United States Mainland at the age of 14 alone and entered  Amherst University. He graduated from Jefferson  Medical  School at the age of...

Dec 23, 2013

Verna Schmidt Towner, 90, of Dunnellon, died Monday (12/23) at her residence. She was born February 24, 1923 in Melvin, Iowa to the late Peter and Clara (Ramsey) Schmidt. Mrs. Towner was a Operator Supervisor with the telephone company and loved traveling and dogs. Her family and friends loved her deeply and will truly miss her. She was predeceased by...

Dec 23, 2013

Sylvia Mergler (nee Hunt), 90, passed away Dec. 23, 2013. She grew up in Wayne County West Virginia and was a graduate of Wayne County High School. After graduation Sylvia moved to Maryland and during WWII was a riveter at the Glen L. Martin Aircraft Co. Sylvia became a member of Joy Lutheran Church in Ocala, FL in 1991. She...

Dec 22, 2013

John T. Peritzian, 75 years, passed away December 22nd at home surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hospice of Citrus County. He was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts to the late John and Estelle (Ryan) Peritzian. Mr. Peritzian served as an M.B.T.A. Police Officer and Plymouth Massachusetts Police K-9 Officer, retiring in 1985. He served in the...

Dec 20, 2013

Mary Karen Benoit, 50, a great friend to many people, died on Friday, December 20, 2013 in Dunnellon, FL. She was born October 6, 1963 in Winter Garden, FL. Mary moved to the Dunnellon area three years ago from Orlando. She attended Riverland Baptist Church in Dunnellon and enjoyed singing Karaoke. She is survived by her parents, Joseph and Frances...

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Dec 15, 2013

Linda L. Taylor, 59, of Dunnellon, died Sunday (12/15/2013) in Ocala. Linda was born April 19, 1954 in Charleston, West Virginia to the late Cecil (Gene) and Mildred Raelene (Moore) Taylor. She was a Veterinarian Technician and loved animals, especially horses. Surviving family includes her daughter Khrishaunnah Lee Taylor and brother Steve Taylor. A graveside funeral service and burial Friday...

Dec 14, 2013

John R. Leaming, 66, US Navy Veteran of Dunnellon, FL., passed away on December 14, 2013.  Born in Tampa, Florida, 1947. He is preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Leaming Survived by Son, Craig R. Leaming, Dunnellon; Sister In Law, Patricia Taylor, Dunnellon

Dec 12, 2013

Mabel Ann Jordan, 68, died on Thursday, December 12, 2013 at Ocala Regional Medical Center. She was born February 21, 1945 in Gaiter, Fl  to the late Elias and Mabel (Lewis) Jordan. Mrs. Jordan was a retired custodian with the Marion County School System and was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dunnellon. She is preceded in...