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Scott Richard Peyla
Sep. 22, 2025
Scott R. Peyla, age 66, of Fort Myers, FL passed away September 22, 2025 at HealthPark Medical Center. He was born on December 13, 1958, in Joliet, IL the son of the late Charles R. and Jacquelyn J. (Smith) Peyla. Scott lived a life marked by deep love, loyalty, and generosity. He attended...
Patricia Washburn Ellis
Sep. 19, 2025
Patricia Washburn Ellis, aged 99 1/2 years old, entered into the “Joy Of The Lord” on September 19, 2025, at Lee Memorial Hospital after a prolonged illness. Patricia was born on February 12, 1926, to Eugene V. and Mildred Richardson Washburn at the original Fort Myers Lee Memorial Hospital. Born...
Anthony "Tony" Francis Rubinski Jr.
Sep. 18, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Francis Rubinski, Jr., a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on December 17, 1949, in Live Oak, Florida, Tony was raised with a strong foundation...
Harry Brown Long
Sep. 12, 2025
On October 15, 1924, in Quakertown, PA. an amazing man was born. Always an adventurer, Harry joined the Air Force at the age of 19, amidst WWII, and became a bomber pilot flying 33 missions over Germany during the war. After an honorable discharge, Harry joined Capital Airlines as a Pilot...
Thomas Francis O'Connor Sr.
Sep. 09, 2025
On Tuesday, September 9th, surrounded by the love of his family, Thomas Francis O’Connor Sr., 93, closed his eyes on this Earth and opened them in Eternity. Born August 6, 1932, in Holyoke Massachusetts, Thomas was the second of six children born to Catherine (nee O’Sullivan) and Maurice O’Connor...
Vernon Oliver Ray Sr.
Sep. 08, 2025
Vernon Oliver Ray, Sr., our beloved Dad, Pops, Granddad, Great-Granddad, and faithful servant of God passed from this life on September 8, 2025 in his home in Fort Myers, Florida. He was 97 years old. He was dearly loved by all who knew him and was known for the ready smile he had for everyone....
Juan Lora
Sep. 08, 2025
Juan Lora, 93, of Cape Coral, FL, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, at Gulf Coast Medical Center. Born on January 9, 1932, in Santiago, Dominican Republic, Juan was the beloved son of the late Tomas and Aminta (Peralta) Lora. He dedicated much of his life to the craft of tailoring,...
Lorie Ann Augustyn
Sep. 02, 2025
Lorie Ann Augustyn, beloved wife, sister, and stepmother, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, in Cape Coral, Florida, at the age of 67. Born on August 20, 1958, Lorie lived a life marked by compassion, resilience, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. Her warmth and generosity...
Kevin Alfred Natella
Aug. 30, 2025
Kevin Alfred Natella, 53, passed away on August 30, 2025 at his family home in Fort Myers, FL. He was the loving husband of Laura M. Natella, with whom he shared a 32 year marriage, the loving father to his three daughters, Kailey, Emma, and Alexa, and proud Papa to his precious granddaughter,...
Allen Dean Dozer
Aug. 30, 2025
Allen Dean "Dean" Dozer, 94, of Fort Myers, Florida, formerly of Ohio, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, under the care of Vitas Hospice and the Larsen Health Center at Shell Point. Dean was born on April 17, 1931, in Zanesville, Ohio, to the late Chauncey and Phyllis (Tracey) Dozer. A...
Donald "Donnie" Joseph Edwards
Aug. 29, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Donald “Donnie” Joseph Edwards, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend. Donnie passed away on August 29, 2025, leaving behind a life full of adventure, passion, and love. Formerly of Fairfax, VA he had been a resident of Fort Myers since 2019. He...
Angelica Pabon
Aug. 29, 2025
Angie Pabon, age 50, of Lehigh Acres, Florida, passed away at home on Friday, August 29, 2025. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Angie was just one week away from celebrating her 51st birthday. Angie was the beloved daughter of Paula Lora and the late Jose Ortiz. She was married to her...