Obituaries

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Eileen Patricia Ricci

Eileen Patricia Ricci

Aug 19, 2025

Eileen P. Ricci, a fierce, loving, and unforgettable presence in the lives of all who knew her, passed away on August 19, 2025, at the age of 78, after five courageous battles with cancer. Born on August 4, 1947, in Yonkers, New York, Eileen lived a life defined by resilience, love, and a deep devotion to her family.

She was preceded...

Margarita "Mago" Mendez

Margarita "Mago" Mendez

Aug 27, 2025

Margarita “Mago” Mendez

Margarita “Mago” Mendez, 91, of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away on August 27, 2025.

Born in Mexico, Mago made Fort Pierce her home, where she built a life centered on family, faith, and love. She was a devoted member of San Juan Diego Pastoral Center. Known for her warmth and generosity, she especially loved cooking for her family and...

Dale "Chris" Jenkins

Dale "Chris" Jenkins

Aug 24, 2025

Dale “Chris” Jenkins, 60, of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away on August 24, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, Chris was a proud graduate of Fort Pierce Westwood High School, where he played football for the Panthers and was an active member of the FFA. He worked faithfully for Vulcan Materials, Inc. for 40 years and also served part-time at...

Robin Edward Lillicotch

Robin Edward Lillicotch

Aug 21, 2025

Robin Edward Lillicotch, 75, of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away on August 21, 2025. He was born on December 7, 1949, in Warren, Ohio, to Floyd Edward and Marylou Lillicotch.

Robin grew up in Manassas, Virginia, where he attended high school and later served his community as a police officer. In the 1970s and 1980s, he became a well-known and charismatic...

Trent David Stewart

Trent David Stewart

Aug 19, 2025

Trent David Stewart was born on January 28,1964 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

He spent most of his childhood in Edmonton but spent some of his early years in elementary school in Algeria and Norway while his father worked in the Sahara Desert and North Sea. Trent graduated from high school in Edmonton and joined the HMCS Nonsuch which is a naval...

Thomas "Tom" Hoeffner

Thomas "Tom" Hoeffner

Aug 18, 2025

Thomas “Tom” Hoeffner

Thomas “Tom” Hoeffner, 79, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.

A lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, Tom attended St. John Vianney Minor Seminary and St. Vincent de Paul Major Seminary before serving his country as an electronic technician in the U.S. Navy. He went on to become the owner of Treasure Coast TV and later...

Karen (Elliott) Lumbert

Karen (Elliott) Lumbert

Aug 16, 2025

Karen (Elliott) Lumbert

Karen (Elliott) Lumbert, 60, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Karen was a longtime resident of Fort Pierce. She was a graduate of Billerica Memorial High School and led a full and accomplished life, working in many roles including salon owner, retail manager, behavior specialist, activity director, real estate assistant, residential...

John William Cook

John William Cook

Aug 12, 2025

Forever Missed.

John William Cook, lovingly known as Jack and “Daddy Jack,” passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at 12:25 a.m. He will be remembered for his kindness, humor, and the love he shared so generously with his family and friends.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Patty (Varney) Cook of Fort Pierce, FL; daughter, Randi Cook of Fort Pierce,...

Richard J. Janiszewski

Richard J. Janiszewski

Aug 11, 2025

Richard “Dick” Janiszewski, 89, peacefully passed away, surrounded by love and family on August 11, 2025 in Fort Pierce, FL.

Dick was born in Jersey City, NJ and resided in Ridgewood, NJ, Beach Haven, NJ and Little Egg Harbor, NJ before making his home in Fort Pierce, FL in 2015.

A distinguished member of the yachting community, Dick served as past Commodore...

Mary P. Slone

Mary P. Slone

Aug 10, 2025

Mary P. Slone, 96, passed  away on August 10, 2025 in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Services:  Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 from 10:00-11:00 AM with a service to follow at 11:00 AM at Haisley Funeral Home, Fort Pierce.  

Jesus C. Garcia

Jesus C. Garcia

Aug 9, 2025

Jesus C. Garcia

July 25, 1970 - August 9, 2025 

Mass of Christian Burial on August 19, 2025, 2:30 PM at San Juan Diego Catholic Church located at 401 South 30th St, Fort Pierce, Florida. 

Joyce Elizabeth Randolph

Joyce Elizabeth Randolph

Aug 9, 2025

Joyce Elizabeth Randolph, 72, peacefully passed away, surrounded by love and cherished memories, in Fort Pierce, FL.

Born in Tell City, Indiana, she was the devoted daughter of James and Eloise Steele. Her childhood was shaped by faith and family—her father served as a Nazarene pastor, and the family traveled frequently to different churches, building a strong foundation of community and...

Michael S. Greene

Michael S. Greene

Aug 7, 2025

Michael “Mike” S. Greene, 80, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Born in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and raised on his family’s farm in Robersonville, North Carolina, Mike lived a full and generous life of faith, service, family, and friendship.

A proud alumnus of Wake Forest University, Mike earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business before serving his country honorably as...

Jonce Cole

Jonce Cole

Aug 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and boundless love that we announce the passing of Jonce Cole, who left this world on August 5, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida, at the age of 66.

Born on September 18, 1958, in Ashland, Kentucky, Jonce was a man whose spirit was shaped by both the warm heart of the South and the salt air...

Margaret "Peggy" Bell

Margaret "Peggy" Bell

Aug 5, 2025

Margaret “Peggy” Bell

Margaret “Peggy” Bell, 84, passed away on August 5, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Peggy was born in Beverly, New Jersey, and made Florida her home in 1957. She dedicated 20 years of service to Harbor Federal and was known for her strong work ethic and kind spirit.

A devoted member of The First Church of the Nazarene in Fort...

Norma Luz Gorritz

Norma Luz Gorritz

Aug 4, 2025

Norma Luz Gorritz was born on February 15, 1958, in Brooklyn, New York, to Norma Teresa Reyes and Carlos Manuel Gorritz. The eldest of three daughters. At the age of 13, Norma moved with her family to Puerto Rico, where she completed middle school and high school.

While attending Colegio Universitario del Turabo with dreams of becoming a teacher, Norma made...

Maria Graciela Escorcia Rivera

Maria Graciela Escorcia Rivera

Aug 3, 2025

Maria Graciela Escorcia Rivera, 72, fallecio  Agosto 03, 2025 en Fort Pierce, Florida.

La participan con profundo dolor su esposo Hilario Sánchez Rivera; sus hijos e hijas; Hilario Sánchez, Oscar Sánchez, Pablo Sánchez, María Dolores Sánchez, María Guadalupe Sánchez, José Sánchez y Alison Iris Sánchez.

El señor la ha llamado a su presencia. Que brille para ella la luz eterna. Descansa en...

Trevor Colton Waters

Trevor Colton Waters

Aug 3, 2025

Trevor Colton Waters

Trevor Colton Waters, 32, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Lee County, Florida.

Born in Monroe, North Carolina, Trevor was a resident of Fort Myers, Florida. He graduated from Piedmont High School carrying a 4.5 GPA with Honors and attended Wingate University. He was formally employed at Florida Stairworks & Carpentry.

Trevor was baptized at Dunklin Memorial Church, and...

Debra A. Nemai Ramkissoon

Debra A. Nemai Ramkissoon

Jul 31, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Debra Angela Nemai Ramkissoon, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. Debra passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and grace that will continue to live on in all who knew her. 

Born on April 14, 1963, on Beach Road in Palo Seco, Trinidad...

Felice Wilson

Felice Wilson

Jul 31, 2025

Felice Wilson, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished sister, and treasured friend, passed peacefully into eternal rest on July 31, 2025, in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, at the age of 84.

Born on August 25, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, Felice grew up in a tight-knit family rooted in love and strong values. She married the love of her life, John...