Obituaries

Judith Riley

Apr 12, 2025

Judith (Judy) Ann Riley, 67, passed away on April 12, 2025, at her home in Port Charlotte, Florida.

Judy is survived by her daughters; Jami (Joseph) Staniszewski and Lisa Vasil. Granddaughters; Heidi (Hunter) Cook and Sara Staniszewski. Grandsons; Bryson Jennings, Andrew Staniszewski, Darrian and Christian Vasil and Stephen and Jason Staniszewski. Great Grandchildren; Dallas, Colton and Wyatt Cook.

She is preceded in...

Vanessa Perrone

Apr 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Vanessa Lee Perrone on April 10, 2025, a vibrant spirit whose love for family and life knew no bounds. Born in Brooklyn, NY, on December 23, 1970, she brought warmth, light, and unyielding honesty to all those who had the privilege of knowing her. Residing in Punta Gorda, FL, Vanessa was a...

Tommie Lou Johnson

Apr 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Tommie Lou Johnson, who departed this life on April 7, 2025, at the age of 84, at her residence in Port Charlotte, Florida.

Tommie was born on December 23, 1940, and she dedicated her life to her family and her career in education. She was the beloved wife of James...

Yolanda Abreu

Apr 6, 2025

With deep sorrow we share the passing of Yolanda Abreu beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She passed peacefully, at home in her sleep. She was a strong and caring selfless lady.

Yolanda was born in Havana, Cuba and relocated to New York in 1970 with her husband. She worked as a caregiver, retired to New Jersey and...

Betty Earnest

Apr 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of, Betty Carroll Earnest. A woman's whose life was a testament to kindness, and resilience. Betty, age 90, passed away on April 6th 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 12th 1935 in Useppa Island, Lee county fl. Betty was known for her warm smile, unwavering spirit, wisdom, and...

Vernon Carlson

Apr 6, 2025

Vernon D. Carlson, class of 1956 Bessemer High School, passed away on April 6, 2025, peacefully with his wife Patricia (Valentino) and three daughters by his side. He was a proud PaPa to his seven granddaughters and five great-grandchildren. He loved his hometown of Bessemer and his retirement in Punta Gorda Florida, for almost 30 years. Vern was an example...

Dallas Smith

Mar 29, 2025

Dallas Smith of Findlay, OH and Port Charlotte, FL passed away at Tampa General Hospital on March 29, 2025, with his children and his wife by his side. He was born February 11, 1957, in Bowling Green, OH to Pete and Betty (Chamberlain) Smith, both of whom preceded him in death.

Dallas married Sharlynn Garno, they later divorced. He then married...

Thomas Crowell

Mar 14, 2025

Thomas Michael Crowell, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on March 14, 2025, at the age of 71. He was born on December 22, 1953, to John A. Crowell and Anne (Kalagher) Crowell.

Tom spent his early years in Massachusetts and graduated from Austin Prep High School in Reading, MA, after beginning his education at St. John the...

Carl Powell

Mar 13, 2025

Carl James Powell, 88, returned home to his father, mother, and brother Jerry on March 13, 2025, in Sarasota, FL. Carl Powell was born on January 17, 1937, in Punta Gorda (Cleveland), FL, to Jerry M. Powell and Stella Register.

Mr. Powell attended Charlotte High School, then honorably served in the Army and was stationed in Korea where he met the...

Kathryn A. Costello

Mar 13, 2025

Kathryn Ann (Katie) Costello passed into eternal life on March 13, 2025 at the age of 95. She lived a life dedicated to her faith, family, friends and country. 

The daughter of James and Evelyn Kearns, Katie was raised in Fort Dodge, Iowa. She graduated from Corpus Christi School in Fort Dodge and went on to receive a diploma from St....

Robert R. Warner Sr.

Mar 11, 2025

Robert R Warner Sr., lovingly known as Bob, born on May 26, 1938, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, at the age of 86 in Punta Gorda, FL.

A beloved father, step-father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Bob was an avid fisherman and hunter. He had an analytical mind and showed great prowess in problem solving and enjoyed cryptograms, and puzzles. Bob...

Peter J. Sando Sr.

Feb 24, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Peter John Sando Sr., a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and beloved friend. He was the husband of Devona Sando, son of the late Elmer and Minnie Sando, and brother to the late Allen Persicke and Andrew Sando, as well as Diane (Al) Morris.

Born on October 27, 1959, in Watervliet, Michigan,...

Susan W. Dalson

Feb 21, 2025

Born April 07, 1944, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin-Susan was the daughter of Wallace and Genevieve Westlund. She graduated from The University of Wisconsin-Eau Clair in 1967 with a BA in Elementary Education, University of Wisconsin-Superior in 1971 with a Masters in Reading. She taught in Wisconsin for 18 years and 20 years in Port Charlotte Florida. 

She was married to Ronald Dalson,...

Matthew E. Schneider

Feb 21, 2025

Matthew E. Schneider, a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, and friend was born on January 20, 1992, in Port Charlotte, FL, and departed from this world on February 21, 2025, in his hometown. He was 33 years old.

Matthew E. Schneider, a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, and friend was born on January 20, 1992, in Port Charlotte, FL, and departed...

William W. Klossner

Feb 17, 2025

Rev. William Klossner passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 following complications from T-Cell Lymphoma. He passed away peacefully at home with his wife Hazel by his side. Rev. Klossner was a pillar of the communities in which he lived, especially the past 36 years in Punta Gorda and Charlotte County.

"Rev" was born in Madison, WI on March 11, 1952...

Marilyn Carlson

Feb 15, 2025

With broken hearts we share the passing of our beloved, friend, wife, mother and grandmother, Marilyn Ann Carlson. She left this world on February 15th 2025 but her spirit lives on and her memory will continue to brighten the day for all who knew her.

Marilyn was born in North Easton MA on January 9th 1937, graduated from Oliver Ames high...

Lillian Olesfskie

Feb 11, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Lillian Olesfskie

Lillian Olesfskie was born in East Rutherford, New Jersey, to Florence (Venturini) and Frederick Olesfskie. The family grew to include three additional daughters. They later moved to Wayne and then Clifton, New Jersey.

Lillian worked at William Paterson University in the business office, and later at Montclair State University. There she held...

Mark Stasiak

Feb 11, 2025

Mark Stasiak, born on September 3, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Port Charlotte, Florida. A beloved husband, brother, and son, Mark's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family and friends.

Mark's legacy will be celebrated at the Life Celebration Center of Punta Gorda, located at 1515 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL...

Roberta Andre

Feb 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roberta K. Andre, of Punta Gorda, FL. She was born December 15, 1945, to Thaddeus and Eveyln Majewski.

Roberta married Douglas J.Andre in 1965 and together they raised two children Michael P.Andre and Jennifer E. Andre-Pott who is married to Brad Potts. Roberta was a loving mother who took great...

Edward D. Hum

Feb 9, 2025

Edward Donald Hum, lovingly known as “Eddie D,” of New Brighton, PA, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, surrounded by the family who loved him most, just days shy of his 68th birthday. Born on February 14, 1957, he grew up in New Brighton, where he developed a deep sense of community and faith.

Ed was a man of deep...