Obituaries

Feb 9, 2026

Esperanza Castillo, a beloved figure whose life spanned nearly a century, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, in Wellington. Born on March 28, 1926, in Cuba, Esperanza was a remarkable individual whose journey touched the hearts of many.

Growing up in the vibrant culture of Cuba, Esperanza carried with her the warmth and spirit of her homeland throughout her life....

Feb 9, 2026

Joyce Maria Smith, March 11, 1930 - February 9, 2026

Joyce Maria Smith was born in Georgetown Guyana on March 11, 1930 to the late Sanceria and to C.H Bradshaw, and departed on February 9, 2026, at the age of 95 years old, one month short of her 96th birthday. Her family would have liked to celebrate her 100th birthday, however...

Feb 9, 2026

Noel George Richardson (1933 – 2026)

Noel George Richardson passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, at the age of 92.

Born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, to Iris and Alexander Richardson, Noel graduated from Calabar High School in Kingston before immigrating to the United States in 1963. A highly skilled automotive mechanic, he built a respected career serving as a supervisor for...

Feb 6, 2026

In the face of a relentless and devastating illness, Juan “John” Osvaldo Quintero passed away peacefully in his home in Jupiter, Florida, on February 06, 2026, at the age of 72, Throughout his battles, John showed tremendous courage and dignity. Although it took almost everything from him, it never changed who he was. He met every day with quiet, constant...

Feb 6, 2026

Judy Brinkley Yoder, 81, of the Wellington Aero Club, Florida “flew west” on February 6th, 2026, at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center.

Born August 10th, 1944, in Grady County Georgia to Joseph and Wilma Brinkley. Judy completed high school and attended the University of Georgia.

Judy spent most of her adulthood as a wonderful mother, housewife, business partner, traveling worldwide in support...

Feb 5, 2026

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Jan 30, 2026

Merle Raghoo beloved wife of Michael Raghoo and mother of Merissa Raghoo Rivera (Gilberto Rivera), Michelle Remy (Pierre A. Remy) and Maryann Pimm (Cory Pimm). Proud grandmother of Arielle Grace Remy.

Born in Rio Claro Trinidad, she spent the last 30+ years of her life in Florida. She worked in retail, and many friends knew her through her career as a...

Jan 28, 2026

Gerald “Jerry” L. Rickert, a beloved figure in the community, passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 79 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Born on February 27, 1946, in Abington, Pennsylvania, Jerry made a lasting impact as a commercial artist and sign maker throughout the tri-state area.

His education at Hussian Commercial Art School in Philadelphia laid the...

Jan 26, 2026

Patricia Ann Lemke, 89 of Royal Palm Beach, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. Born in Toledo, Ohio, and youngest of eight children to Partrick and Elsie Mellon. Patricia is a graduate of Central Catholic High School in Toledo. A few years later, she met Conrad at a dance, and they were married on September 15, 1956. They...

Jan 26, 2026

Maria De Los Ángeles González Santiago

Maria De Los Ángeles González Santiago, lovingly known by her nickname “Malin” to family and close friends, was born on October 2, 1954, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to the late Juan Gonzalez and Palmira Santiago.

Malin passed away on January 26, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 71.

Maria (Malin) was a beloved wife and...

Jan 25, 2026

John E. “Johnnie” Grubbs, age 75, was born on January 20, 1951, in Boynton Beach, Florida. He was raised in Boynton Beach, where his roots, values, and love for education and service were firmly planted. Johnnie peacefully transitioned from this life on January 25, 2026. 

Johnnie was the beloved son of the late Naaman E. Grubbs and Ollie Belle Grubbs. He...

Jan 24, 2026

Mariamma (Ammukutty) Joseph was born in Kottayam, India on April 15, 1944 to AV Joseph & Aleyamma Joseph. She is the oldest of five children. She has two brothers and two sisters; the youngest daughter being deceased. She met her future husband, Mathew Benjamin, while she was attending nursing school, and he was in the Air Force. Mathew recalls being...

Jan 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026

Charles Raymond “Charlie” Dorsey, Jr.

Charles Raymond “Charlie” Dorsey, Jr., son of Charles Raymond Dorsey, Sr. and Jerri Jarrell Dorsey, was born in 1928 at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Palm Beach, Florida. As Charlie loved to tell people, when he was born there were only ten beds at Good Sam. A lifelong resident of West Palm Beach, he witnessed and...

Jan 20, 2026

Earl R. Boyce, Jr., affectionately known as "Squeak," departed this world on January 20, 2026, just days shy of his 72nd birthday. Born on January 22, 1954, in Gainesville, Florida, Earl lived a life that was rich with experience, purpose, and love. He found his calling in the field of industrial refrigeration, where his dedication and expertise brought joy to...

Jan 18, 2026

Harry J. Danson, age 71, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026. He was born on May 12, 1954, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Geneva and Harry Danson.

Harry was a devoted husband, father, and Papa who found his greatest joy at home with his family. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry J. Danson, Jr.; his mother, Geneva Danson;...

Jan 18, 2026

James Martin Zayak, age 84, of Viera, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026.

James was born on January 1, 1942, in East Pike Township, Washington, Pennsylvania, to Joe and Evelyn (Huber) Zayak. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Joe Zayak and Bill Zayak, as well as his son, Joseph Zayak.

On July 3, 1971, James...

Jan 17, 2026

Rebecca Jo Bard

December 9, 1940 – January 17, 2026

Rebecca Jo Bard lived with curiosity, faith, and a steady belief that people matter and that time, when given room, reveals what is true.

Born Rebecca Jo Brooks on December 9, 1940, in Evansville, Indiana, she was the daughter of Ora and Thelma Brooks and the second of four children, growing up alongside...

Jan 17, 2026

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