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Carla S. Ryder
Oct. 02, 2025
Carla S. Ryder, 84, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at Discovery Village. A former resident of Tecumseh, Michigan, Carla had made Fort Myers her home since 1995. Born November 18, 1940, in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Marceil...
Beatrice Rachel Slepchuk
Oct. 01, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Beatrice “Bea” Rachel (Tellier) Slepchuk, affectionately known to many as “Auntie Toots.” Bea passed away after a sudden illness on October 1, 2025. Bea was born on November 23, 1932, in Chicopee,...
Bogie Kim
Oct. 01, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Bogie K. Kim on October 1, 2025, at the age of 100. He was a devoted husband to Marthina Kim for 66 years. And he was a beloved father to three children, Angie (Brian), Matthew (Aggie) and Thomas (Dorothy). He was proud of granddaughters,...
Alfred Mansell
Sep. 30, 2025
Alfred Mansell, 89 of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025. Alfred was born on February 26, 1936, in Plant City, Florida where he spent his early years before moving to Fort Myers in 1952, the place he proudly called home for the remainder of his life. Alfred was a...
Gopal Pati
Sep. 29, 2025
The family of Dr. Gopal C. ‘Indy’ Pati is saddened to announce his passing. After 80+ years of robust living Gopal died on September 29, 2025, from the effects of dementia, in the excellent care of Arden Court and Hope Hospice of Fort Myers, Florida. Gopal is survived by his wife, Karen; and his...
Bradley Justin Carpenter
Sep. 28, 2025
Bradley Justin Carpenter, age 48, of Ft. Myers, Fla., passed away peacefully on Sept. 28, 2025, surrounded by his family. Bradley was born on Aug. 12, 1977, in Buffalo, N.Y. to Mark and Sandra Carpenter. He was a graduate of Estero High School in (1995) and The Florida State University...
Daniel E. Parks
Sep. 27, 2025
Daniel Eugene Parks, 89, of North Ft. Myers, FL died at home with his wife by his side on September 27, 2025. He was a born in Effingham County, Illinois in 1936 to Warren and Iola Parks. Dan attended Elgin High School before joining the U.S. Navy. He was an Enginemen on the Submarine USS Charr...
James Raymond Bataille Jr.
Sep. 26, 2025
James Raymond Bataille Jr., 26, of Lehigh Acres, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Fort Myers, FL. Born on September 16, 1999, in Cape Coral, James was a vibrant and spirited young man whose presence left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. Raised in Lehigh...
Matthews Pulimoottil
Sep. 26, 2025
Matthews Pulimoottil, 83, is in the arms of Jesus Christ as of Friday September 26th, 2025. Matthews was born in India and left his home at the age of eighteen to support his parents and siblings. Matthews had a strong work ethic and worked various jobs. He was quickly recognized for his talents,...
Steven Curtis Ratliff Sr.
Sep. 26, 2025
Steven Curtis Ratliff SR- Lehigh Acres, Florida. Born at home in Canton, Ohio on February 10,1947 passed away at home on September 26, 2025, with his family by his side at the age of 78. Steve is survived and missed by his loving wife of 46 years Virginia Lynn Ratliff (nee McVicker), his loving...
George Whitey Fielding
Sep. 24, 2025
George (Whitey) Fielding, 90, formerly of Lawrence and Methuen, MA, passed away on Wednesday, September 24th at his residence in Cape Coral, FL. Family was everything to George, from raising his four sons to watching his grandsons playing their various sports. He also loved watching the Red Sox...
Phillip Clemons
Sep. 24, 2025
Phillip Allan Clemons, 78, died peacefully on the morning of September 24, 2025, at his home in North Ft. Myers after a prolonged struggle against leukemia. Phillip was born in Havre de Grace, Maryland and grew up in Martinsville, Virginia and the surrounding area. Phillip was the youngest of 3...