Local obituaries for Roberts Funeral Home of Dunnellon, LLC
Richard F. Menera
Mar 27, 2026
Richard Francis “Dick” Menera, 87, of Dunnellon, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home on March 27, 2026. Born on October 2, 1938, in Flushing, New York, he was the beloved son of the late James and Mildred (Giardino) Menera.
Dick graduated from Roslyn High School in Roslyn, New York and attended Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont. He proudly served as...
Susan L. Gillotti
Mar 18, 2026
Susan L. Gillotti, 56, died on March 18, 2026 at her home in Ocala, FL. She was born on January 24, 1970 in Tampa, FL and was the daughter to the late Joseph and Doris (Tyrrell) Gillotti. Susan grew up in Hartford, CT. She lived in Dunnellon and then moved to Ocala around 2020. Susan was employed with Florida Hydraulics...
Bibi Salima Lydiate
Mar 13, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bibi Salima Lydiate who peacefully passed away on March 13, 2026 at the age of 77 in Ocala, FL. Bibi Salima Lydiate was born on July 3, 1948 in Georgetown, Guyana to Gulam Mohamad and Chiron Mohamad. She was a loving mother, nana, sister and friend who touched the lives of everyone...
Hazel Allene Hamic Williams
Mar 12, 2026
Hazel Allene Williams, born November 10, 1933, in Rising Fawn, Georgia, to William and Marjorie Hamic, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. A woman of unwavering devotion, Hazel unconditionally and selflessly poured her love into her family, her work, and her community.
For 50 years, Hazel proudly served the Dunnellon community as the owner and manager of Badcock Furniture, where...
Dorothy Melvin
Mar 8, 2026
Dorothy Melvin, 95, died on March 8, 2026. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date at Roberts Funeral Home in Dunnellon.
Richard Alan Kinder
Mar 7, 2026
Richard (Rick) Alan Kinder passed away on March 7, 2026. Rick was a lifelong bibliophile, learner, and natural teacher. He was loving, devoted, and a fierce protector of the love of his life, his wife Charlene. He was always respectful, mannerly, and kind. He had a mischievous, dry, and exceptional sense of humor which gave Charlene and those around him...
Martha J. Markham
Feb 28, 2026
Martha Josephine (Jean) Markham, 93, of Ocala, Florida, was received into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 28, 2026. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11AM at Riverland Baptist Church, Dunnellon, Florida. Pastor Rex Carringer will be officiating. Visitation will be held at 10 AM at the church. A private burial...
Patricia A Glasso
Feb 27, 2026
Patricia Glasso (Pat) (Redford), age 91, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on February 27, 2026.
Patricia was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on July 4, 1934, to Harry Louis Pflum Sr. and Margaret E. (Sager) Pflum. She attended Mount Elverna High School and later built a life centered around family, community, and service to others. She was married to Louis C. Glasso...
Betty Catherine Bryant
Feb 27, 2026
Betty Catherine Bryant, born October 27, 1936, to Walter Burton Brown and Ottie Mae Johnson Brown, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to her family.
Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel Crafton “S.C.” Bryant Jr., with whom she shared a life filled with memories and adventure.
She is survived by her children:...
Kenneth Howard Wescott
Feb 25, 2026
Kenneth Howard Wescott, 66, of Dunnellon, Florida, passed away on February 25, 2026 of natural causes. Kenneth, 'Kenny' to his friends, was born on November 15, 1959 to Edward Thomas Wescott and Rose Marie Wescott in Elmer, NJ.
After obtaining his GED, Kenny continued furthering his education with numerous certifications, while he mastered his craft of Maritime Engineering. Kenny was also an...
Cynthia "Cindy" Green Bivens Benfer
Feb 25, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Green Bivens Benfer, 68, of Citrus Springs, FL passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, FL. A native of Jupiter, FL, she was born February 18, 1958 to John and Gertrude (Laws) Green as the youngest of three children. She was a devoted mother and homemaker. Cindy was a fun-loving friend and...
Teresa Hernandez Ramon
Feb 22, 2026
Teresa Hernandez, born February 5, 1961, in Havana, Cuba, passed away on February 22, 2026, in Ocala, Florida.
Teresa was one of nine brothers and sisters, growing up in a large Cuban family and enduring many hardships. In 1980, she courageously journeyed alone to Miami during the historic Mariel boatlift, seeking freedom and opportunity. That brave decision shaped the life she...
Robin D. Stein
Feb 19, 2026
Robin Darlene Stein, 69, of Dunnellon, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Robin carried her New York strength and spirit with her throughout her life, later making her home in Dunnellon, Florida. On July 13, 1996, she married the love of her life, Charles Stein. Together they...
Rita Clarice Stauss
Feb 19, 2026
Rita Clarice Stauss, long time resident of Ocala, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 19, 2026. A service celebrating her life will be held at 10 AM on, Saturday, May 30, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1831 SE 18th Avenue, Ocala. A full obituary will be posted soon. Rita's specific request was, in lieu of flowers, please...
Sherman "Scott" Smith
Feb 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sherman “Scott” Smith
September 7, 1966 – February 14, 2026
Scott Smith, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son and sibling, and dear friend to many, peacefully passed away on February 14, 2026. He lived a life defined by strength, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.
Scott was an exceptionally talented and capable man who...
Joan DeRosa
Feb 14, 2026
Joan Ruth DeRosa passed peacefully away on February 14, 2026, at the Ted & Diane Brandley House Hospice in Summerfield, FL, also known as Hospice of Marion County.
Born November 5,1939 to her loving parents Joseph and Ruth Gaudet of New Jersey, she was the eldest of six children that included Frances, Linda, Marie, Joseph and Michael Gaudet.
Joan was happily married...
Richard Anthony Smith
Feb 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Richard Smith
January 3, 1959- February 12, 2026
Richard lived fully and loved loudly. Golf every Sunday. Early morning fishing trips. Cheering for the Florida Gators at the top of his lungs. NASCAR on the weekends. Friends everywhere he went. He left fingerprints on everyone he met.
He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Stacy Smith, and...
Deborah J. Spraker
Feb 11, 2026
Deborah Jean Spraker, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, February, 11th 2026. Debbie was born on July 31, 1954 in Utica, NY, to the late John and Velma (Polmateer) Herron. She proudly called Dunnellon home for 48 years. She attended Heuvelton Central School , graduating class of 1973. For Several years, Debbie worked as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, dedicating...
Josephine A. Pugliese
Feb 11, 2026
Josephine Anne Pugliese passed away peacefully on Feb. 11. She was 94. Mama Jo had been a resident of Life and Love II in Citrus Springs, Florida for the last 2½ years. A private ceremony was held for the immediate family and residents of the facility. After cremation, she will be buried with her late husband, Dominic Pugliese, at Florida...
Audrey C. Strahan
Feb 9, 2026
AUDREY CAROLE STRAHAN passed away at the age of 92, on February 9th, 2026 in Ocala, FL, after a long battle with cancer. Audrey was born on November 13th, 1933 in Hershey, PA to her late parents Andrew Curtis Tracy and Helen Lonkle.
She grew up in Bradford, PA where her parents moved early in her life. After graduation from Trenton...
