Obituaries
John David DelPonti
Dec 17, 2025
John David DelPonti, age 87, of Stuart, FL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 in his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on June 22, 1938 in New York, NY. John was the loving son of Paolina Laboranti and Dominic DelPonte, both of Italy. He spent his younger years growing up in Rockville, CT. John was...
Yvonne Grivas Ross
Dec 12, 2025
Yvonne Grivas Ross, 81, Palm City, FL
It is with great sadness that we announce that Yvonne passed away gently and peacefully with her son and son-in-law at her side, in the early morning of December 12th, at her home in Palm City, FL.
Born in Brooklyn, New York to Jerry and Katherine Grivas, Yvonne lead a full life with deep love...
Antoinette A Knittel
Dec 7, 2025
Antoinette Anna Knittel, 86, passed away Sunday, December 7th at the Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart, Florida.
Antoinette was born at home in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, to Anthony and Amelia (Mazza) Guzzi. She was raised and lived in Atlantic Highlands for over 70 years where she also met and married the love of her life, Joseph Walter Knittel. They were...
Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Grzybowski
Dec 5, 2025
Elizabeth (Reynolds) Grzybowski, 87, formerly of Scotia, NY, passed away in Palm City, FL, following a long illness on December 5, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was known to all as “Liz” and she was the beloved wife of the late Jim Grzybowski for 50 years.
Born in Middletown, Connecticut, on September 13, 1938, Liz was one of six...
Dorothy "Dottie" Falvi
Dec 2, 2025
Dorothy "Dottie" Falvi, 68, a spirited soul and cherished flight attendant, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, enveloped in the caring hands of Treasure Coast Hospice. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, on October 6, 1957, Dottie embarked on a journey that spanned not only the continents but also the hearts of those fortunate enough to know her.
With a career that...
Annie Gibson Leber
Dec 2, 2025
Annie Gibson Leber, 94, of Stuart, Florida, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born with a gentle spirit and a faithful heart, Annie devoted her life to her loved ones and to her Lord. She was the cherished widow of Philip Leber and is also preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Patti...
Joseph Reedy Hill
Dec 1, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Reedy Hill, 57, of Stuart, Florida, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, at HCA St. Lucie Medical Center.Joe was born in Stuart, Florida, to parents Aleta and James Hill. He was raised in Stuart and would remain in Florida throughout his lifetime. Joe loved his family and prior to recent health issues, was very active with his...
Scott L. Chapin
Nov 25, 2025
Scott L. Chapin, 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, after a courageous three-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Glenburn, PA, Scott spent most of his life in the Abington area before retiring to Florida in 2000.Scott was the son of Harold and Patricia (Lister) Chapin. He was a 1959 graduate of Johnson College and proudly served...
Patricia "Patsy" Bolling
Nov 22, 2025
Patricia “Patsy” Lea Bolling, 78, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, in Stuart, Florida, with her loving family by her side. Patsy is survived by her sisters, Peggy Trainer of Jensen Beach, Florida, and Paulette Cosden of Palm City, Florida.
Patsy was born on October 9th,1947, to parents Colonel Paul A. Bolling and Charlotte W. Bolling, at Eglin Air Force...
Roy Remi Vandekerckhove
Nov 18, 2025
Roy R. Vandekerckhove, age 94, of Palm City, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Roy was the beloved husband of the late Micheline, for 57 years. Cherished father of Frank (Linda), Michelle, Danielle (George), and Dennis. Grandfather and great-grandfather to many loved ones.
Roy served in the U.S. Army during the Korean...
Spiridon Spiro Pitsirelos
Nov 6, 2025
Spiro Pitsirelos, age 75, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, fell asleep in the Lord on November 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.He was born on January 11, 1950, in Piraeus, Greece, and immigrated to the United States in 1971 after proudly serving in the Greek Army.Spiro was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose strength, generosity, and deep...
Abram Villa
Nov 2, 2025
Abram Villa, 1 month old, was born on October 4th, 2025. After a courageous and strong fight, he passed Sunday, November 2nd, surrounded by his loving family.He is survived by his father, Omar Villa, his mother, Kelsey Flores, and his big brother, Omar Villa Jr., all of Stuart, FL. He is survived by three grandparents: Armida Araujo, Cheryl Simmons, and...
Mark Edwin Riley
Oct 28, 2025
Mark Edwin Riley, 72, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in Stuart, Florida, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was under the tender loving care of Treasure Coast Hospice and surrounded by his loving wife and son. Born on December 20, 1952, in Baltimore, Maryland, Mark lived...
Barbara A. Jordan
Oct 20, 2025
Barbara A. Jordan, born on December 1, 1936, in Indiana, passed away peacefully at her home under the tender loving care of Treasure Coast Hospice, on Monday, October 20, 2025. A devoted mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Barbara was cherished by all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Barbara embraced her role as a nurse, showcasing her deep commitment to caring...
James Edward Holland
Oct 12, 2025
James 'Jim' Edward Holland was a devoted husband, loving stepfather, and proud grandfather. On October 12, 2025, Jim passed away peacefully, his family faithfully by his side, guiding him with love through his final journey in hospice care.Born in Auburn, New York, and raised in Bay Village, Ohio, Jim was an exceptional basketball player in high school and college whose...
Betty Skinner
Oct 11, 2025
Betty passed peacefully in her home, with her youngest daughter, Jaye, by her side.
Betty was predeceased by her parents: Sven and Agnes Bjork; her husband, Michael K. Tesoro; her second husband, Hugh Skinner; her daughters: Toni Lee Tesoro Bedor and Mary Joy Tesoro; and her three sons: Michael A. Tesoro, Douglas Tesoro, and Donald Tesoro.She is survived by her two...
Beverly A. Ward
Oct 10, 2025
Beverly A. Ward passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 13, 1939, and shared a beautiful 65-year marriage with her devoted husband, John T. Ward.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Irene Brown; her brothers, Joseph and John Brown; and her beloved daughters, Gaylene Clayton and Megin...
Diane Pitcher
Sep 27, 2025
Diane (McGinnis) Pitcher of Stuart, FL
August 13, 1965 – September 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Diane Pitcher
Diane (McGinnis) Pitcher, 60, of Stuart, Florida, passed away on September 27, 2025. Born in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, on August 13, 1965, Diane was the youngest of four children of Regina and Robert McGinnis.If you knew Diane, you knew she was a little ball of...
Joseph T. Corona
Sep 25, 2025
Joseph Theodore Corona (Joe) passed away on September 25, 2025, at Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart, FL.
Joe was born in Syracuse, NY, and later moved to West Palm Beach, Florida. Joe leaves behind his wife Darleen Corona, daughter Sally Waite (Martin DeLoach), son Roland Fletcher (Cassie Fletcher), sisters Joanne Paoff and Lynda McMahon, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, as...
William Hazen McEssy, II
Sep 24, 2025
William H. “Billy” McEssy II, 60, died on September 24, 2025, at his home in Florida. He was born April 9, 1965, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, to William H. and Lois (LaMantia) McEssy. He spent the first 15 years of his life in Fond du Lac until moving to Illinois and graduating from Lake Forest High School.Billy was always...
