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Ella Louise Baker Huie
Feb 20, 2026
Ella Louise (Baker) Huie was born on April 21, 1945, in Dade City, Florida. She entered eternal rest on February 20, 2026, just two months shy of her 81st birthday.
Ella was united in marriage to Barrington Huie on March 28, 1996.
She was employed by the Broward County School Board for 22 years, where she faithfully served her community. Ella worshiped...
James Todd Wickard
Feb 17, 2026
James Todd Wickard, affectionately known as “Todd” and famously nicknamed “B.B.T.” (Basketball Todd) by his friends, passed away peacefully at home in Fort Pierce, Florida, on February 17, 2026, after complications from congestive heart failure. He was 57 years old.
Born on April 29, 1968, in Cumberland, Maryland, Todd spent his early childhood in London, England, after his family relocated there....
Caroline Hunt
Feb 26, 2026
Born June 28, 1942, in Elba, Alabama, Caroline Sue Johnson was the fifth child of Cleve and Bena Johnson. She married Ralph Horton and they had a son, Ralph “Skipper” Horton. They later divorced. On December 30, 1966, she married James “Dan” Hunt and he passed away in 1987.
Carol passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026. She was preceded in...
Martha Joyce Watson
Feb 28, 2026
Martha Joyce Watson, 87, passed to eternal life on February 28, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by family and friends. She was born February 7, 1939, in Canton, Illinois to Gerald and Irene (Lampkin) Anderson. She is preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Darrell K. Watson, two beloved children, Joyce Elaine Rasti (Max) and Robbie Dale Watson...
Grace Cataldo
Feb 25, 2026
Grace was a woman whose talents, heart, and spirit left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew her. A gifted seamstress, she possessed the rare ability to create stunning dresses without a pattern, crafting each piece with effortless artistry and natural grace. Her creativity seemed boundless, and her hands brought beauty to life in ways that amazed all who watched...
Glen D. Clarke
Mar 2, 2026
Glen D. Clarke, age 68, of Port St. Lucie, passed away March 2, 2026 after a lengthy illness, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 1, 1957, in Mannington Township, New Jersey, Glen was the son of Shirley and George W. Clarke Jr. A lifelong resident of Pennsville, he graduated from Pennsville Memorial High School in 1975. Shortly after graduation,...
Annie Pease Fitzgerald
Oct 7, 2025
Annie Pease Fitzgerald, 83, of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida, just days shy of her 84th birthday.
Born on October 11, 1941, in Connecticut, Annie was the daughter of Cecil Frank and Grace P. Pease. She graduated from Hamden High School in Connecticut and went on to build a life centered around...
James M. Johnson, Jr.
Feb 12, 2026
James M. Johnson, Jr., 71, passed away on February 12, 2026, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Mr. Johnson was born on July 23, 1954, in Texas and made his home in Fort Pierce, Florida. He graduated from LaPorte High School in LaPorte, Indiana, and proudly served his country as a Veteran of the United States Army with the 173rd Airborne, serving in...
Beverly Ann Coker
Feb 25, 2026
Beverly Ann Coker, 83, originally of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Cleveland, Tennessee, Beverly later moved to Ocala, Florida at a young age, where she spent most of her adult life building her home and raising her family. Her life was defined by love, strength, generosity, and devotion to those...
Beverly Joyce Killebrew
Feb 23, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our mother Beverly Joyce Killebrew, 82 of Clarksville, TN. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Celebration of life will be held Monday, March 2, 2026 at 1 p.m. at McReynolds-Nave and Larson Funeral Home with Bro. Ron Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Dotsonville...
George M. Yenchko
Feb 23, 2026
George M. Yenchko, 84, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, in Fort Pierce, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Susan Mehall Yenchko.
Born July 28, 1941, in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. He made Hazleton his home until retirement and relocated to Fort Pierce, Florida in 2012.
George was the proud owner/president of Hazleton Plumbing Heating & Supply Company...
Austin Travis Basquez
Feb 21, 2026
Austin Travis Basquez passed unexpectedly on February 21, 2026, at the age of 29.
Austin was born on June 10, 1996, in Stuart, Florida. From an early age, he was known for his kind heart and wonderful sense of humor. Austin truly had the biggest heart — he would help anyone with anything. All you had to do was ask. He...
Tim A. Ecker
Feb 20, 2026
Tim A. Ecker, 58, a lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, passed away on February 20, 2026. Born on October 2, 1967, in Fort Pierce, Tim was a proud hometown man whose life was rooted in faith, family, and hard work.
Tim attended Faith Baptist School, where he began forming the strong values that would guide him throughout his life. At just...
William T. Gimbel
Feb 20, 2026
William Thomas Gimbel, age 81, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on February 20, 2026. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Bill graduated from Father Judge High School. He continued his education at The Studio School of Art and Design and Saint Joseph’s University.
In September 1967, Bill married his sweetheart, Janet, beginning a loving partnership that spanned...
Angela D. Fesler VanLew
Feb 19, 2026
Rest in Peace Angela D. Fesler VanLew (Angel)
On February 19th, 2026, Angel passed away peacefully in her sleep in her home in Fort Pierce, Fl, at the age of 63 years.
In her lifetime, she was a loving mother, sister, and loyal friend. She will deeply missed by all who knew her and memories of her will be cherished for years...
Thomas "Teo" E. O'Connor, Jr.
Feb 19, 2026
Thomas “Teo” E. O’Connor Jr., a lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 62. He was born on November 9, 1963.
Teo was married for 10 wonderful years to his loving wife, Jenifer M. O’Connor. He was a devoted husband, stepfather, and grandfather who took great pride in caring for his family.
He...
Berniece E. Patterson
Feb 18, 2026
Berniece E. Patterson, age 86, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026. She was born on May 12, 1939, and lived a life defined by devotion to her family, hard work, and a kind and sassy spirit.
On July 29, 1956, Berniece married the love of her life, William Patterson Sr., beginning a lifelong partnership built on love, faith, and dedication...
Mary Ann Nichols Dixon
Feb 18, 2026
Mary Ann Nichols Dixon passed away on February 18, 2026 at home among her family. She was born on October 16, 1931 to Delphia Petty Nichols and Wallace W. Nichols. Mary married Hubert Clay Dixon (1930-2012) on May 26, 1950 and they made their home in Fort Pierce.
Mary was always welcoming her three boys’ friends into her home and cooked...
Ronald F. Burnette
Feb 16, 2026
Ronald F. Burnette, age 86, died unexpectedly February 16, 2026 in the Lawnwood Regional Medical Center in Florida. He was born May 26, 1939 in Pikeville, KY and had lived in the Albion area since 1963 prior to moving to Florida in 2001. Ron was a member of the St. Mary's Athletic Club, the St. Mary's Archer's Club, and was...
Jerry C. Barlowe
Feb 16, 2026
Jerry Cornelious Barlowe passed away at the age of 93 on February 16, 2026. He was born in Dallas, NC on April 21, 1932. Jerry has been a resident of St. Lucie County since 1968 and currently lives in Edgewater, FL. He graduated from Gastonia NC High School in 1951, attended The Citadel, and graduated from Belmont Abbey. He earned...

