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Monica Lynn Taylor
Mar. 23, 2026
Monica Lynn (Bailey) Taylor, 73, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away on March 23, 2026, following a more than two year battle with Merkel Cell carcinoma. Monica was born January 13, 1953 in Bloomington, Illinois, the daughter of George and Joyce (Waltz) Bailey. Monica graduated from...
Chester John Yungaitis
Mar. 23, 2026
Celebrating Chester “Chet” John Yungaitis January 18th, 1950 – March 23rd, 2026 Chet passed away at home in Pinellas Park, FL, after a long illness, surrounded by the family he treasured. Born in Brockton, Massachusetts, Chet built a life marked by hard work and loyalty. In 1974 he began a career...
Daniel Michael Brizzi
Mar. 20, 2026
Daniel Michael Brizzi, 37, passed away after a courageous and unwavering battle with cancer. Dan faced his illness as a true warrior, bravely fighting for over five years with remarkable strength and resilience. Throughout his journey, Dan maintained an optimistic outlook, even while enduring a...
Elliot G. Hawethorne Jr
Mar. 20, 2026
Elliot G. Hawethorne Jr., aged 81, passed away on March 20, 2026, in Clearwater, Florida. Born on December 24, 1944, in Hamilton, Texas, he was a cherished member of his community and a beloved figure within his family. Elliot served honorably in the Navy during the Vietnam War, displaying...
Mary Jane Kohler
Mar. 17, 2026
Mary Jane Kohler, 85, of St. Petersburg, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, she moved to St. Petersburg in 1972 from her hometown of Erie. Locally, she was a retired owner-operator of commercial rental properties. She is survived by her daughter Marianne of Maple...
Robert Louis Gamboa
Mar. 16, 2026
Robert “Bobby” Gamboa, 97, of Largo, Florida, formerly of Staten Island, New York, passed away peacefully in his home on March 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 27, 1928, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Bobby was the son of Louis and Anna Gamboa (née Fay). He grew up in the...
Marlene Johnson
Mar. 14, 2026
Marlene Johnson, of Port Richey, Florida, passed away suddenly on March 14, 2026. Born and raised in Cohoes, New York, She is survived by her beloved mother, Marlene Diotte; her sisters, Cindy Keil (Jim) and Dawn Johnson Grimmick (Frank); a daughter, many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was...
Frank Vito Canzoneri
Mar. 14, 2026
Frank Vito Canzoneri, 85, passed away March 14, 2026, in Pinellas Park, Florida. He was born August 18, 1940, in Pinellas Park, to the late Frank and Mildred Canzoneri. He is survived by his family, and will be deeply missed. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Priscilla...
Cecilia Castillo
Mar. 14, 2026
To attend the service virtually, please click here. Cecilia Castillo was born in Corozal, Puerto Rico in 1934 to Oliviana Ortiz and Jose Pacheco. She was a loving daughter and caring sister to her four siblings Ines, Paco, Ana and Rose. In 1967, Cecilia met the love of her life, Jesus Castillo....
Charles Allan Bauer
Mar. 14, 2026
Charles Allan Bauer, aged 63, passed away on March 14, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born on September 25, 1962, in Pontiac, Michigan, Charles was a man who embodied the values of dedication, service, and family. Charles served honorably as a Marine, a commitment that reflected his deep love...
Charles E. Mistretta
Mar. 14, 2026
The family of Charles E. Mistretta, Jr sadly announces his quiet death on Saturday, March 14th, 2026. Charlie, the son of Charles Edward, Sr and Margaret (Noviasky) Mistretta, was born in Torrington, CT on July17, 1937 and served in the US Marine Corp for several years. He married Patricia A....
Mary Ruth McMahan
Mar. 13, 2026
Mary Ruth McMahan, aged 86, passed away on March 13, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born on February 18, 1940, in Inglis, Florida, she was a distinguished academic and professional, contributing significantly to the fields of pathology and forensic science. Mary earned her Bachelor of Science...