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Florence Leah Franco
Apr 7, 2026
Florence Leah Franco, a beloved mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on April 7, 2026. Born on October 6, 1936, in Youngstown, Ohio, Florence's life was marked by vibrant energy, enduring kindness, and a remarkable entrepreneurial spirit that left an impact on all who knew her.
From her early years in Youngstown to the suburb of Calabasas,...
Gregory Maidenberg
Mar 30, 2026
Gregory Maidenberg, a man whose very presence embodied the essence of strength and spirit, passed away on March 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy etched deeply in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on March 11, 1955, in Merke, Russia, Gregory’s journey was marked by resilience, a fierce loyalty to family, and a life lived with remarkable vigor.
For...
Evelyn Joan Gross
Mar 21, 2026
Evelyn Joan Gross, 85, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026.
She was born on November 12, 1940, and lived a life marked by love for her family and devotion to those closest to her.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Gross, who passed away on September 17, 1993. She was also preceded in death by her parents,...
John V. Hendrick III
Mar 18, 2026
John V. “Jack” Hendrick III was born October 18, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA and passed away in Largo, FL on March 18, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and son whose life was defined by his love of family and an unwavering passion for the teams and city that shaped him.
He is survived by his beloved and devoted...
Janis Kraus Sabel
Mar 18, 2026
Janis Sabel, an administrative assistant, compassionate advocate, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, in Palm Harbor, Florida.
Born on December 28, 1956 in Cleveland, Ohio, Janis led a life marked by dedication to her family, her friends, her work, and her many passions. Janis's professional career was centered around her role as an Administrative...
William "Bill" Israel
Mar 15, 2026
William Everett (Bill) Israel, a devoted husband, father, dedicated genealogist, ukulele aficionado, and esteemed community leader, passed away on March 15, 2026. Born on August 7, 1934, in Baltimore, Maryland, and raised in Lenoir, North Carolina, Bill’s life was marked by a profound commitment to family and service.
Bill graduated from Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, Georgia, in 1952. In 1956,...
Helen F. Glauser
Mar 13, 2026
Helen F. Glauser, a cherished matriarch, passed away on March 13, 2026. Born on July 30, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Helen was the beloved daughter of the late Samuel Domsky and Minnie Goldstein Domsky.
Helen dedicated her early career to civil service, working alongside a U.S. Navy admiral during World War II. Her commitment to serving her country continued while working...
Whitney Collins Shenkman
Mar 10, 2026
To celebrate Whitney’s life, a celebration of life will be held in the Sand Dollar Room at the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach Marina on Monday, April 20 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
Below is a link for booking rooms online for the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach Marina. Rooms are being offered at a discounted rate for Sunday, April 19 &...
Linda E. Kreps
Mar 2, 2026
Linda Kreps, 86, of Clearwater, FL passed away March 2, 2026. She died peacefully at home after a short illness.
Linda was born in Irvington, NJ September 29, 1939. She was a 3rd generation immigrant who grew up in a multi-generational household. As a child, she was a strong, curious student and a talented, hardworking dancer. Asked to choose between going...
Elliot D. Samuelson
Mar 1, 2026
Elliot David Samuelson 92 of Melville New York, and a seasonal resident of St. Petersburg FL passed away March 1, 2026 in St. Petersburg.
He is survived by his beloved wife Beatrice, and loving family.
Services will be 1:30 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Gutterman Funeral Home, 8000 Jericho Turnpke, Woodbury New York. Burial will follow at Mt. Ararat Cemetery, Lindenhurst,...
Raisa Ferro
Feb 27, 2026
Raisa Ferro 86 of Largo passed away February 27, 2026.
Born in Kiev, Ukraine, she was the daughter of the late Naum and Lubov (Skotkina) Zhits. Raisa left Ukraine with her mother Lubov and her son Arnold in 1974, arriving in New York in 1975 after traveling through Austria and Italy.
Raisa devoted many years of her life to caring for others...
Amador M. Suazo Daviran
Feb 22, 2026
Amador Maximo Suazo Daviran 93 of Largo passed away February 22, 2026 at his home.
He is survived by his loving family.
Visitation will be 5-8PM Friday, March 6, 2026 at Heritage Funeral Care, 12600 S. Belcher Road, Largo, FL 33773.
Graveside service will be at 3:00PM on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Chapel Hill Memorial Park, 12905 Wild Acres Road, Largo FL...
Mark S. Klein
Feb 18, 2026
Mark Klein passed away peacefully at home on the evening of February 18, 2026, at the age of 90.
Mark was born on October 8, 1935, to Eugene and Julie Klein (nee Gubner) in Newark, NJ,and grew up in Irvington and later West Orange, NJ. He graduated from Irvington High School in 1953 and went on to attend Fairleigh Dickinson University,...
Lory Lockerbie
Feb 15, 2026
Memorial Service will be at:
2pm on the 18th of AprilCaroline Episcopal Church1 Dyke RoadEast Setauket, NY 11733631.941.4245Reception to follow at:Port Jefferson Country Club44 Fairway DrivePort Jefferson, NY 11777631.828.5029
Lory Lockerbie, Beloved Educator, Nurse and Community Pillar, Passes Away at 89
Lory Lockerbie, a cherished retired health education teacher in the Three Village Central School District, Long Island, New York, passed into Eternal...
Steven Henry DuFrane
Feb 7, 2026
Steven Henry DuFrane, born on November 9, 1941, in Burbank, California, passed away on February 7, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. A proud military veteran, Steve was friendly, easy-going, and known for his kindness, quiet humor, and steady presence. He had a calm, approachable nature, considered himself a non-frills, simple man, and loved chatting with people—he was always happy to...
Eugene "Gene" Luttenberg
Feb 5, 2026
Eugene "Gene" Luttenberg 88 of Silver Spring MD, formerly of St. Petersburg FL passed away February 5, 2026.
Gene was born September 6, 1937, in the Bronx, New York City. His father Anthony Luttenberg was born in the Netherlands and his mother Gustava Kanupka was born in Poland. They met after immigrating to New York and were married in September, 1936....
Dr. Emil Edward Herman
Feb 4, 2026
Dr. Emil Edward Herman, age 94 of Saint Petersburg, FL. Loving husband of 64 years to Halina, a true love story. Proud father of Diane (Eric), Rob (Valerie) and grandfather of Jacob, Gabriel, Eli and Benjamin. Devoted son of the late Alice and Paul Herman. Dedicated brother of Helen (Perry) and Yitzhak (Elaine).
A Holocaust survivor, he was a frequent speaker...
Charles Remy Cabiac
Jan 31, 2026
Charles Remy Cabiac, born 2 June 1941 in Brooklyn, New York, passed away at his home in Ormond Beach, Florida on 31 January 2026.
Charlie lived 84 rich and fulfilling years. He was an intrepid spirit, a teacher of science, a prolific geneologist, and a man driven to establish connections.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Barbara Buns of Ormond Beach, Florida;...
Marina Fishman
Jan 23, 2026
Marina Fishman 75 of Tarpon Springs passed away January 23, 2026.
Beloved wife of Yefim, loving mother of Yana Fishman and Emma Cruz; devoted sister of Raisa Schuster and cherished grandmother of Zack, Samantha, Steven, Maya, Eduardo and Daniela.
Graveside service will be 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Chapel Hill Memorial Park, 12905 Wild Acres Road in Largo Florida,...
Irvin N. Kety
Jan 20, 2026
Irvin “Irv” Kety, born in Dover, Delaware, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Palm Harbor, FL.
Irv dedicated his professional life to public service, serving as Environmental Director for the City of Largo, as well as Dunedin, Polk County, and Pinellas County. His expertise also extended internationally through environmental consulting work in Mallorca and Ibiza, Spain. Irv taught various...
Florence Leah Franco
Apr 7, 2026
Florence Leah Franco, a beloved mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on April 7, 2026. Born on October 6, 1936, in Youngstown, Ohio, Florence's life was marked by vibrant energy, enduring kindness, and a remarkable entrepreneurial spirit that left an impact on all who knew her.
From her early years in Youngstown to the suburb of Calabasas,...
Gregory Maidenberg
Mar 30, 2026
Gregory Maidenberg, a man whose very presence embodied the essence of strength and spirit, passed away on March 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy etched deeply in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on March 11, 1955, in Merke, Russia, Gregory’s journey was marked by resilience, a fierce loyalty to family, and a life lived with remarkable vigor.
For...
Evelyn Joan Gross
Mar 21, 2026
Evelyn Joan Gross, 85, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026.
She was born on November 12, 1940, and lived a life marked by love for her family and devotion to those closest to her.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Gross, who passed away on September 17, 1993. She was also preceded in death by her parents,...
John V. Hendrick III
Mar 18, 2026
John V. “Jack” Hendrick III was born October 18, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA and passed away in Largo, FL on March 18, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and son whose life was defined by his love of family and an unwavering passion for the teams and city that shaped him.
He is survived by his beloved and devoted...
Janis Kraus Sabel
Mar 18, 2026
Janis Sabel, an administrative assistant, compassionate advocate, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, in Palm Harbor, Florida.
Born on December 28, 1956 in Cleveland, Ohio, Janis led a life marked by dedication to her family, her friends, her work, and her many passions. Janis's professional career was centered around her role as an Administrative...
William "Bill" Israel
Mar 15, 2026
William Everett (Bill) Israel, a devoted husband, father, dedicated genealogist, ukulele aficionado, and esteemed community leader, passed away on March 15, 2026. Born on August 7, 1934, in Baltimore, Maryland, and raised in Lenoir, North Carolina, Bill’s life was marked by a profound commitment to family and service.
Bill graduated from Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville, Georgia, in 1952. In 1956,...
Helen F. Glauser
Mar 13, 2026
Helen F. Glauser, a cherished matriarch, passed away on March 13, 2026. Born on July 30, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Helen was the beloved daughter of the late Samuel Domsky and Minnie Goldstein Domsky.
Helen dedicated her early career to civil service, working alongside a U.S. Navy admiral during World War II. Her commitment to serving her country continued while working...
Whitney Collins Shenkman
Mar 10, 2026
To celebrate Whitney’s life, a celebration of life will be held in the Sand Dollar Room at the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach Marina on Monday, April 20 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
Below is a link for booking rooms online for the Cambria Hotel St. Petersburg-Madeira Beach Marina. Rooms are being offered at a discounted rate for Sunday, April 19 &...
Linda E. Kreps
Mar 2, 2026
Linda Kreps, 86, of Clearwater, FL passed away March 2, 2026. She died peacefully at home after a short illness.
Linda was born in Irvington, NJ September 29, 1939. She was a 3rd generation immigrant who grew up in a multi-generational household. As a child, she was a strong, curious student and a talented, hardworking dancer. Asked to choose between going...
Elliot D. Samuelson
Mar 1, 2026
Elliot David Samuelson 92 of Melville New York, and a seasonal resident of St. Petersburg FL passed away March 1, 2026 in St. Petersburg.
He is survived by his beloved wife Beatrice, and loving family.
Services will be 1:30 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Gutterman Funeral Home, 8000 Jericho Turnpke, Woodbury New York. Burial will follow at Mt. Ararat Cemetery, Lindenhurst,...
Raisa Ferro
Feb 27, 2026
Raisa Ferro 86 of Largo passed away February 27, 2026.
Born in Kiev, Ukraine, she was the daughter of the late Naum and Lubov (Skotkina) Zhits. Raisa left Ukraine with her mother Lubov and her son Arnold in 1974, arriving in New York in 1975 after traveling through Austria and Italy.
Raisa devoted many years of her life to caring for others...
Amador M. Suazo Daviran
Feb 22, 2026
Amador Maximo Suazo Daviran 93 of Largo passed away February 22, 2026 at his home.
He is survived by his loving family.
Visitation will be 5-8PM Friday, March 6, 2026 at Heritage Funeral Care, 12600 S. Belcher Road, Largo, FL 33773.
Graveside service will be at 3:00PM on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Chapel Hill Memorial Park, 12905 Wild Acres Road, Largo FL...
Mark S. Klein
Feb 18, 2026
Mark Klein passed away peacefully at home on the evening of February 18, 2026, at the age of 90.
Mark was born on October 8, 1935, to Eugene and Julie Klein (nee Gubner) in Newark, NJ,and grew up in Irvington and later West Orange, NJ. He graduated from Irvington High School in 1953 and went on to attend Fairleigh Dickinson University,...
Lory Lockerbie
Feb 15, 2026
Memorial Service will be at:
2pm on the 18th of AprilCaroline Episcopal Church1 Dyke RoadEast Setauket, NY 11733631.941.4245Reception to follow at:Port Jefferson Country Club44 Fairway DrivePort Jefferson, NY 11777631.828.5029
Lory Lockerbie, Beloved Educator, Nurse and Community Pillar, Passes Away at 89
Lory Lockerbie, a cherished retired health education teacher in the Three Village Central School District, Long Island, New York, passed into Eternal...
Steven Henry DuFrane
Feb 7, 2026
Steven Henry DuFrane, born on November 9, 1941, in Burbank, California, passed away on February 7, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. A proud military veteran, Steve was friendly, easy-going, and known for his kindness, quiet humor, and steady presence. He had a calm, approachable nature, considered himself a non-frills, simple man, and loved chatting with people—he was always happy to...
Eugene "Gene" Luttenberg
Feb 5, 2026
Eugene "Gene" Luttenberg 88 of Silver Spring MD, formerly of St. Petersburg FL passed away February 5, 2026.
Gene was born September 6, 1937, in the Bronx, New York City. His father Anthony Luttenberg was born in the Netherlands and his mother Gustava Kanupka was born in Poland. They met after immigrating to New York and were married in September, 1936....
Dr. Emil Edward Herman
Feb 4, 2026
Dr. Emil Edward Herman, age 94 of Saint Petersburg, FL. Loving husband of 64 years to Halina, a true love story. Proud father of Diane (Eric), Rob (Valerie) and grandfather of Jacob, Gabriel, Eli and Benjamin. Devoted son of the late Alice and Paul Herman. Dedicated brother of Helen (Perry) and Yitzhak (Elaine).
A Holocaust survivor, he was a frequent speaker...
Charles Remy Cabiac
Jan 31, 2026
Charles Remy Cabiac, born 2 June 1941 in Brooklyn, New York, passed away at his home in Ormond Beach, Florida on 31 January 2026.
Charlie lived 84 rich and fulfilling years. He was an intrepid spirit, a teacher of science, a prolific geneologist, and a man driven to establish connections.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Barbara Buns of Ormond Beach, Florida;...
Marina Fishman
Jan 23, 2026
Marina Fishman 75 of Tarpon Springs passed away January 23, 2026.
Beloved wife of Yefim, loving mother of Yana Fishman and Emma Cruz; devoted sister of Raisa Schuster and cherished grandmother of Zack, Samantha, Steven, Maya, Eduardo and Daniela.
Graveside service will be 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Chapel Hill Memorial Park, 12905 Wild Acres Road in Largo Florida,...
Irvin N. Kety
Jan 20, 2026
Irvin “Irv” Kety, born in Dover, Delaware, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Palm Harbor, FL.
Irv dedicated his professional life to public service, serving as Environmental Director for the City of Largo, as well as Dunedin, Polk County, and Pinellas County. His expertise also extended internationally through environmental consulting work in Mallorca and Ibiza, Spain. Irv taught various...
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