Obituaries

Jun 26, 2025

Lawrence “Larry” Keith Blandford

Aug. 30, 1952 – June 26, 2025

Lawrence “Larry” Keith Blandford, 72, died June 26, 2025. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in the beautiful home he built with his family.

He was born in Fort Pierce, Florida, where he lived his entire life. His father died when Larry was 1 year old, and he was raised...

Jun 22, 2025

Jun 22, 2025

Carolyn Parkin, beloved resident of Port St. Lucie, Florida, passed away on June 22, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on February 25, 1965, Carolyn led a life filled with kindness, creativity, and devotion to others.

A graduate of Farmingdale High School, Carolyn furthered her education in nursing and cosmetology, becoming both a licensed cosmetologist and a Certified Nursing Assistant....

Jun 21, 2025

Christine Ruth (Buursma) Barense, 78, of Zeeland, Michigan, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Chris was born on October 18, 1946, to Norman and Hester Buursma of Holland, Michigan.

Chris connected with Gregory Barense at Village Inn Pizza, where she worked, and he ate with his team after his fast-pitch softball games. They married in 1976...

Jun 21, 2025

Jude James passed away June 21, 2025 at Harper Hospice House, Stuart, FL.

She was born Judith Hanson in Peekskill, NY, August 25, 1948, the daughter of Cleonice and Joseph Hanson. She graduated from Yorktown High School in 1966. Jude was a lover of baseball, books and dogs, a brilliant, witty and studied liberal, a champion for the less privileged and...

Jun 20, 2025

Richard Hood Richard Hood, 86, passed away on June 20, 2025, in Hobe Sound, Florida.

He was born on April 7, 1939, in Jasper, Florida, to Barney and Melbry Rimes. Richard was a graduate of Dan McCarty High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy as a member of the Seabees. Following his military service, he enjoyed a...

Jun 20, 2025

Noble R. “Bimbo” Upchurch, 72, of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on June 20, 2025.

Born on July 15, 1952, in Benton, Illinois, Noble lived a rich and creative life, marked by hard work, deep love for his family, and a passion for the arts. He was a man of many talents and...

Jun 19, 2025

  John "Tommy" Harris, 83

Tommy was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi to Louis C. Harris Jr. and Alma Faye Secrest of Fort Pierce, FL. He spent his life residing in Fort Pierce.

Tommy graduated from Dan McCarty High School. In 1965, he married Mary Katherine "Kitty" Mahaffey. They raised their son, Cal, welcomed his friends, and participated actively in their community. Tommy...

Jun 19, 2025

Todd Michael Haller

Todd Michael Haller, 60, passed away on June 19, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.

He was born on November 29, 1964, in Hicksville, New York, to Thomas and Joy Haller.

Todd was a skilled orthotist fabricator who worked with Grubbs Prosthetics and was formerly the owner of ACME Braceworks.

He is survived by his loving parents, Tom and Joy Haller; and...

Jun 18, 2025

Clive Orville Wright passed peacefully and was received by our Lord on June 18, 2025. He was 85 years old.

Clive was born in Kingston, Jamaica, on January 21, 1940, to Ivan and Rosita Wright. He attended Wolmer’s Boys’ School in Kingston and Farnham Boys Catholic Boarding School in Montreal, Quebec. After returning to Jamaica, he immigrated to New York on...

Jun 17, 2025

John Richard Holman, Sr., 79, of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, passed away on June 17, 2025.

Born on March 10, 1946, in Chester, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Jacob J. Holman and Ruth Jefferson Holman. John graduated from Chester High School in 1965 and later moved from Newark, Delaware, to Port Saint Lucie in 1985.

John proudly served in...

Jun 17, 2025

Miguel Angel Acevedo, 79, died June 17, 2025 in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

Services are private.

Jun 16, 2025

Gary D. Johns, 70, passed away on June 16, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida. Born on October 1, 1954, in Miami, Florida, Gary was a proud graduate of Hialeah High School.

Throughout his life, Gary was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. He worked for many years at Ocean Village Property Owners Association and most recently at H&S Citrus....

Jun 16, 2025

Amado Cepeda, 91, of Port St. Lucie, Florida passed away peacefully on June 16th, 2025.

Born in Ecuador, Amado made his home in Port St. Lucie, where he was known for his warm heart, quiet strength, and deep love for his family. A devoted husband, father, and friend, Amado's life was rooted in selflessness-his happiness came from seeing others smile.

Amado found...

Jun 15, 2025

William Richard "Rick" Whitten was received by his heavenly father on June 15, 2025, after a long illness.

He was cared for at home by his loving wife of 36 years, Tara Marie Whitten. Born on July 6, 1956, in Springfield, MA, His home has been Port St. Lucie, FL for over 36 years.

Rick was predeceased by his parents, Ralph Henry...

Jun 15, 2025

Robert Allen Hawley passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, in Port St. Lucie, Florida. He was born on December 29, 1938, in Fort Pierce, Florida, to the late Frank Nathaniel and Louise North Hawley.

A proud native of Fort Pierce, Robert attended Dan McCarty High School and continued with college studies. On October 28, 1960, he married the love of...

Jun 13, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Bean, 84, passed away on June 13, 2025 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Charlie was born in Augusta, Bracken County Kentucky on September 1, 1940 and was raised on a farm in Lewisburg, which was just outside of Maysville, Kentucky. He lived there with his Father Charles I, Mother Tabithia Mae, Sister Mona, Brother Thomas and Sister Anne. After graduating...

Jun 12, 2025

Michael F. Tucker passed away on June 12, 2025 with his loving wife, Frances, at his side following a long rehabilitation after a fall. Mike was born in Bryan, Texas in 1952 and is predeceased by his parents, Jesse F. and Elizabeth F. Tucker, nee Fields. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances, nee Marino, of 22 incredible years...

Jun 12, 2025

Annette Solimeno

Annette was the life of the party, from planning every over-the-top purple decoration to leading the conga line. She often reflected about her best years spent dancing with friends at discos. Friends were her family, and she was devoted to their well-being. She took care of everyone, welcoming strangers into her home until they could get back on their...

Jun 12, 2025

Dominick Paul Alvira

Dominick was born in New York on May 24, 1965, to Barbara and Domingo Alvira and passed on June 12, 2025.

He is survived by his wife, Kate Alvira of Fort Pierce, FL; mother, Barbara Alvira of New Orleans, LA; sister, Annalisa Alvira (Clarence Reid) of New Orleans, LA; and nephew, Casey Carpenter(Jennifer) and family of New Orleans, LA.

Dominick...