Obituaries
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James Levon Sparks
Oct 20, 2025
James Levon Sparks, 80, of Muses Mills, Kentucky, entered his eternal rest on October 20, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 5, 1944, James was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather & great-grandfather, and faithful servant of God. He will be remembered for his unwavering faith in God, love and service for others, resilient strength,...
Trina Fay (Patten) Neilson
Sep 22, 2025
Trina Fay Neilson, 55, of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away on September 22, 2025.
Born on January 17, 1970, in Fort Pierce, Trina was the daughter of Eva Jo and the late Matthew “Benny” Patten Jr. She graduated from John Carroll High School in the Class of 1988, continued her education at Indian River State College (Class of 1990), and earned...
Carol Konecny Gallick
Oct 16, 2025
Carol Konecny Gallick September 11, 1948 – October 16, 2025
Carol Konecny Gallick, 77, passed away on October 16, 2025, in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Mrs. Gallick was born on September 11, 1948, to John and Anna Konecny in Binghamton, New York. She graduated from Binghamton Central High School and later worked for the St. Lucie County School Board as a data...
Carolyn F. Tobias
Sep 26, 2025
Carolyn Frances (Cuthbert) Tobias, of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, passed away on September 26, 2025, at the age of 79, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Carolyn was born on July 6, 1946, in New York City. Her family later lived in North Carolina before moving to Denton, Texas. Carolyn received a bachelor’s degree in Music Education from North Texas State...
Lillie Mae Eastwood
Sep 28, 2025
Lillie Mae Eastwood, 80, of Fort Pierce, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on September 28, 2025. She was born on December 31, 1944, in Brookville, Florida, to the late Louis Gordon Meyer and Katie Corine (Parker) Meyer.
Lillie spent her early years in Dade City before moving to Fort Pierce in 1958. She was a proud graduate of...
Charles "Chuck" Gerard Heinold
Oct 18, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Gerard Heinold, 63, passed away peacefully at home in Fort Pierce, Florida on October 18, 2025.
Chuck was born on August 5, 1962, in Red Bank, New Jersey, to Charles W. Heinold Jr. and Anna Mae McMullan Heinold. He moved to Florida as a child and graduated from Fort Pierce Central High School in 1980 — Go Cobras!
On August...
Melissa Anne Duckworth
Oct 21, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Melissa Anne Duckworth, age 49, of Fort Pierce, Florida, who went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2025. Melissa was born on June 1, 1976, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Melissa graduated from Trinity Christian School in West Palm Beach, Florida. Though she spent most of her life in...
Vantheav Tan
Oct 21, 2025
Vantheav Tan, 80, passed away on October 21, 2025 in Fort Pierce, Florida.
"Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure" – Renee Wood “Life Blessing”
Vantheav Tan, fondly known as “Tan” was a loving and devoted wife, proud mother, and adoring grandmother and great-grandmother, care-giver, seamstress, and gardener.
Tan’s strong will and...
Frank Hanincik Jr.
Oct 16, 2025
Frank Hanincik, Jr.
Frank Hanincik, Jr., 94, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on October 16 at the home of his son in Fort Pierce, FL, where he received hospice care. He was born a first generation American on November 10, 1930, in Beaver Meadows, PA, to the late Frank, Sr. and Helen (Palsa) Hanincik. He was pre-deceased by his wife of...
Christopher Dale Mock
Oct 15, 2025
Detective Christopher Mock, 45, a loving husband, devoted father, and distinguished law enforcement officer, tragically died in the line of duty on October 15, 2025. His passing is a profound loss to his family, colleagues, and the entire St. Lucie County community he so faithfully served.
Born on March 5, 1980, in Louisville, Kentucky, Chris was a man defined by his...
Elizabeth "Liz" Barker
Oct 15, 2025
Elizabeth “Liz” Barker, 74, walked into Glory peacefully on the evening of October 15, 2025, at Indian River Memorial Hospital.
Liz was born on May 10, 1951, in Fort Pierce, Florida, to Freeman H. and Julia T. Dunn. A lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, she proudly lived on the same street for 74 years. She was a graduate of Dan McCarty...
Dr. Leonard Berg
Oct 9, 2025
Dr. Leonard Berg, M.D., F.A.C.S.
October 5, 1933 – October 9, 2025
Dr. Leonard Berg, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida. He was 92.
Born in Newark, New Jersey, to Albert and May Berg, Leonard grew up in Miami, where his lifelong passion for fishing first began. After earning his medical...
Bruce Alan Plante
Oct 8, 2025
Bruce Alan Plante passed away peacefully at home, with loving family by his side on October 8th at the age of 84.
Bruce Alan Plante was born on May 12, 1941, in Worcester, MA. He grew up in Auburn, MA and spent many summers on Cape Cod, MA. He is a graduate of Auburn High School. He lived in Bourne, MA...
Ned Stuckman
Oct 7, 2025
Ned Stuckman, 80, passed away on October 7, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Mr. Stuckman was born on August 3, 1945, adopted by Herbert and Roma Stuckman of Bucyrus, Ohio, and had resided in Fort Pierce, Florida for many years.
Ned graduated from Mount Zion School in Bucyrus, Ohio, and went on to work for Ohio Power/American Electric Power, where he served...
Rose Marie “Rosie” DeCarish
Oct 7, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound love, we announce the passing of Rose Marie “Rosie” DeCarish, born on June 10, 1948, New Roads, Jamaica, West Indies. Rosie was a radiant soul whose warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit left an incredible mark on everyone she met.
She is survived by her devoted son, Kevin Gilchrist; her loving daughter-in-law, Joanne Gilchrist; and her cherished...
Linda Wilson Hall
Oct 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Linda Lou Wilson (Hall)
September 26, 1946 – October 4, 2025
Linda Lou Wilson, 79, of Palm City, Florida, entered into rest on October 4, 2025. She was born on September 26, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, and lived a life marked by deep faith, love, and devotion to her family and the Lord.
Linda attended East Tennessee State University,...
Dennis R. Trottier
Oct 6, 2025
Dennis R. Trottier, 82, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and son under the care of hospice.
Born in Norwalk, Connecticut, where Dennis met and married the love of his life, Linda Rising, on October 24, 1964. They shared over 60 wonderful years together. He was the son of Roland and Almira Trottier,...
Margaret Sue (Margi Sue) Smith Longworth
Oct 5, 2025
Margaret Sue Smith Longworth (Margi Sue) of Port St. Lucie, FL, born February 26, 1940, in Bellcraft, Kentucky, passed peacefully in her sleep on October 5, 2025, at the age of 85.
On February 5, 1966 she married the love of her life, Charles F. Longworth, in Fairborn, OH at the Church of God. They celebrated 59 years of marriage.
Margaret loved...
Lynn (Linda) Butler McGlenn
Oct 4, 2025
Lynn (Linda) Butler McGlenn age 74, of Port St. Lucie Florida, passed away on October 4th at her home.
Lynn graduated from Wingo High School in 1969. She continued her education at Freed-Hardeman College and received her associates degree. Lynn pursued her educational goals at Murray State University graduating with a B.S. in Social Work.
Lynn began her career in Jeffersonville, IN...
John "Wayne" Davis
Oct 3, 2025
John “Wayne” Davis
John “Wayne” Davis, 81, passed away on October 3, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Mr. Davis was born on July 27, 1943, to Earl Paul and Mary Aileen Merriam Davis in Miami, Florida, and resided in Fort Pierce for many years.
Wayne honorably served in the U.S. Air Force as a police sergeant. He worked as treasurer of Red Aircraft...

