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Marlyn Lee Albrecht
Feb. 20, 2026
Marlyn Lee Albrecht, 94, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. She was born on May 22, 1931, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Ben Welter and Alma (Borchert) Welter. In 2003, Marlyn relocated from the Milwaukee area to Fort Myers, where she made her home for the...
Adele J Galipo
Feb. 19, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a beloved grandmother, mother, wife, sister, and great-grandmother, whose life was defined by love, resilience, and devotion to her family. Born in Italy, she courageously immigrated to the United States in 1955, carrying with her a deep appreciation...
Avelina Alexandre
Feb. 18, 2026
Avelina Alexandre—lovingly known as “Ve Ve,” “Madame Setace,” “Grandma” and simply "Mommy"—was a woman who didn't just live life; she conquered it. A resident of Fort Myers, Florida, Avelina completed her earthly journey on February 18, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on August 25, 1945, in Peletier...
James "Jim" Null
Feb. 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jim Null, who went home to be with his Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on February 16, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Jim's humble Kentucky roots were always evident in his gentlemanly demeanor and strong work ethic. He served with...
Esther Virginia Houck
Feb. 15, 2026
Esther Virginia Houck, age 97, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Born on April 8, 1928, in Doerun, Georgia, Esther spent most of her life in Fort Myers, Florida. She dedicated many years of service to the Lee County School Board, where she worked faithfully and made a lasting...
Donald "Don" Sapanara
Feb. 14, 2026
Mr. Donald A. Sapanara Sr., fondly known as Don, passed away on February 14, 2026, at home with his family in Cape Coral, Florida, at the age of 90. Born on April 10, 1935, in Little Ferry, New Jersey, Don lived a life marked by dedication and love for his family, community, and the...
Gail Rothwell
Feb. 14, 2026
Gail Rothwell, 74, of New York, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of elegance, compassion, and quiet strength. Gail lived an adventurous life filled with creativity, love, and unwavering determination, always guided by a deep desire to uplift others. Born in the...
Laurene Aker Kernahan
Feb. 13, 2026
Laurene Aker Kernahan June 14, 1955 - February 13, 2026 1955 LAURIE 2026 Laurene Aker Kernahan, 70, of N Fort Myers, went to be with her Lord on February 13, 2026. Laurie was born June 14,1955 to Henry and Thora (Uebel) Aker, in Cleveland, Ohio. She is survived by her husband Kevin Thomas...
Richard L. Mirr
Feb. 10, 2026
Richard Lawrence Mirr, 92, of Fort Myers, passed away on February 10, 2026, after a long life of adventure, building, designing, thinking, story telling and helping others. Richard was born to Anton and Marguerite Mirr in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on April 30 1933. Richard was preceded in death by...
Nicholas Alexiou
Feb. 10, 2026
Nicholas “Nick” Alexiou, 85, of Lehigh Acres, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2026. He was born on April 14, 1940, in Kehries Evoia, Greece, to the late Demetrios and Zaharou (Markos) Alexiou. Nick immigrated to the United States from Greece after many years of sailing the...
Aspasia "Espe" Kontinos
Feb. 09, 2026
Presbytera Aspasia “Espe” Kontinos passed away peacefully at her home on February 9, 2026 in her 91st year. Espe was born May 20, 1935 in Worcester, MA to Thomas S. And Maria (Karabinas) Kaplanes, both immigrants from Greece in 1933. She graduated high school and soon thereafter married her...
Edwin "Ed" Perry Miller
Feb. 08, 2026
Ed Miller was born on November 17, 1938, in Kansas City, Missouri, and grew up in Chesterton, Indiana. After graduating from Chesterton High School, he enrolled at Indiana University, taking the classes that appealed to him. An advisor nudged him to declare a major in philosophy—an uncharted...