Obituaries
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Verna Marie Roy
Nov 19, 2025
Verna Marie Roy, born February 6, 1926, to Albert and Yvonne Voisine, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Verna lived a long and beautiful life devoted to her family, her home, and the simple joys that brought her happiness.
A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Verna found joy in the moments shared with those she loved most....
Jose Enrique Gonzalez, Sr.
Nov 29, 2025
Jose Enrique Gonzalez, Sr., of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1943, in Havana, Cuba. On November 23, 1962, Jose married the love of his life, Sara M. Gonzalez (née Lastra), with whom he shared a beautiful life of dedication, family, and unwavering commitment.
Jose leaves behind his devoted...
Elsie Martinez
Nov 23, 2025
Memorial services will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, at the Haisley Funeral Tribute Center, located at 2041 Southwest Bayshore Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34984. Visitation will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a formal memorial service beginning at 6:00 p.m. All who knew and loved Elsie are welcome to join her family in honoring...
Katie Lynn Gift
Nov 24, 2025
Katie Lynn Gift, 27, of Fort Pierce, FL, passed away on November 24, 2025. She was born on June 24, 1998, in Port St. Lucie, FL.
Katie is survived by her beloved children, Owen Nicholas, Marceline Clair, and Louie James Gift; her parents, Tim and Laura Jean Verriotto Gift; and her grandmother, Mary Lou Gift, all of Fort Pierce, FL. She...
Timothy "Slade" Smith Brandon
Oct 20, 2025
Timothy “Slade” Smith Brandon
Timothy “Slade” Smith Brandon, 46, passed away on October 20, 2025, in Stuart, Florida.
Slade was born in Stuart, Florida, and was a lifelong resident of Port St. Lucie, Florida. He attended Clewiston High School and went on to become an influencer and the proud owner of Home Dr’s Paint & Repair. A talented artist and creative soul,...
Raul F. Rivas
Nov 27, 2025
Raul Rivas, 71, passed away on November 27, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Mr. Rivas was born in Puerto Rico on January 30, 1954, to Antonio and Josephina Rivas. He made Fort Pierce, Florida, his home for many years. Raul enjoyed the simple pleasures of life—fishing, planting fruit trees and vegetables, and spending time with family, especially during lively games of...
Kathryn "Kathy" Almade
Nov 9, 2025
Kathryn “Kathy” Almade, of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth, dedication, and kindness touched everyone who knew her.
Born to Walter Blair and Matilda Dickson in Murrysville, Pennsylvania, on June 4, 1960, Kathy married the love of her life, Fred...
Judith "Judy" Ann Finnan
Nov 26, 2025
Judith “Judy” Ann Finnan, 75, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, passed away surrounded by love. Born in Camden, New Jersey. She moved to Florida at the age of 18, where she built a life filled with creativity, family, and warmth.
Judy loved quilting and created many beautiful quilts that will continue to wrap her loved ones in her memory. She was...
Donna B. Baratta
Nov 23, 2025
Born in Syracuse, NY on August 28, 1946, she lived a life centered on love, loyalty, and family. She passed peacefully on November 23, 2025, surrounded by those who loved her. Fierce in her devotion and generous to her core, she poured her whole heart into the people she loved—always the first to offer support, advice, or a home-cooked meal.
She...
Bobby “Good Times” Gerald Sechrist
Nov 22, 2025
Mr. Bobby “Good Times” Gerald Sechrist, 80, formerly of Lexington, NC, passed away Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025, at his residence in Fort Pierce, Florida. He was born January 28, 1945, in Davidson County, North Carolina to the late, David Franklin Sechrist and Era Corena Hughes Sechrist. Bobby worked as a truck driver for the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Thomasville...
Alfreda McLaughlin Spinelli
Nov 22, 2025
Alfreda McLaughlin Spinelli
Alfreda McLaughlin Spinelli, 86, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025 in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Mrs. Spinelli was born on March 23, 1939, in Tracadie, New Brunswick, Canada to Alfred and Amanda McLaughlin. After raising her kids in New Jersey and she made Florida her home in the late 90’s to enjoy her retirement years near the beach. A...
Larry Allen Paschal
Nov 21, 2025
Larry Allen Paschal, 76, passed away on November 21, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
A lifelong resident of Fort Pierce, Mr. Paschal proudly served his country as a Veteran of the U.S. Marines. Following his service, he dedicated his career to the air conditioning industry, where he worked throughout his life.
Larry had a deep love for music and enjoyed singing and...
Gertraut Elizabeth Schmidt
Nov 20, 2025
Gertraut Elizabeth Schmidt, known to those who loved her as Elizabeth, lived a long and remarkable life that touched many hearts. She was born on November 2, 1926 in Bad Reichenhall, Germany. Her childhood led her to Vienna, a city she carried with her always, and remained a proud Austrian citizen throughout her life.
Elizabeth immigrated to America in 1954 and...
Duane F. Shadle
Nov 18, 2025
Duane Shadle, 80, of Fort Pierce, Florida, passed away peacefully and went on to reunite with the loved ones who left before him.
Born in Walton, New York, Duane spent the majority of his life in Fort Pierce, where he built a circle of friends, memories, and a reputation as someone who could brighten any room simply by walking into it....
Dennis D. Doleshall
Nov 17, 2025
Dennis D. Doleshall, 60, passed away on November 17, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida.
Dennis was born on July 25, 1965, in Ogallala, Nebraska to Charles and Marylin Doleshall. He spent his early years in Nebraska before moving with his family to Colorado, where he later graduated from Thompson Valley High School in 1984. In 1987, Dennis made Fort Pierce, Florida...
Mary Ann Bishop
Nov 15, 2025
Mary Ann Bishop, known as Mom, Sissy, and Abu to those who loved her the most, was born on May 12, 1943, in Cambridge, Ohio, and passed away peacefully in her home on November 15, 2025. She is survived by her two daughters, Lisa Yates and Debbie Perez of Port St. Lucie, as well as her grandchildren Joey Perez, Marco...
Thelma Juliana Denison (Sizemore)
Nov 14, 2025
Thelma Juliana Denison (Sizemore), 85, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, in White City, Florida. Born on July 18, 1940, in Wyoming County, West Virginia, Thelma later made Fort Pierce her lifelong home, a place where her resilience, grace, and quiet elegance became known to many.
When she first arrived from West Virginia, Thelma worked as a secretary for Attorney...
Dolores (Kelly) Holly
Nov 14, 2025
Dolores (Kelly) Holly passed peacefully at her home in Port St Lucie, Fl on Friday, November 14th, 2025. Born on May 26th, 1937, Dolores lived most of her life in and around Sussex County, NJ. She was a 1955 graduate of Roxbury High School. In 1962 she married James Holly and they built their forever home at Lake Lackawanna where...
Gerard Charles Hennis Sr.
Nov 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gerard Charles Hennis Sr (Jerry) who departed this life on November 14, 2025, at the age of 88. Jerry was born on August 4,1937 in Millville, New Jersey to Claude and Mary (Simon) Hennis
Jerry was a loving husband, father, and Pop Pop whose family meant everything to him. He...
Michael Paul Sulecki
Nov 13, 2025
Michael Paul “Mikey/Mike” Sulecki, 55, passed away on November 13, 2025 in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Michael was born on November 7, 1970 in Buffalo, New York to Paul and Delilah Sulecki. He made Port St. Lucie his home, where he spent his life surrounded by family, friends, and the community he loved.
Michael worked in customer service for 37 years and...

