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Dr. Arthur William Larson Jr
May 11, 2026
Colonel Arthur W. Larson, Jr., MD, U.S. Army (Ret.) August 22, 1940 — May, 11, 2026 “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Dr. Arthur W. Larson, Jr., Colonel, United States Army (Ret.), was called home to his Heavenly Father on May, 11, 2026 at the age of 85, surrounded by the family he loved so...
Roger Glen Owens Sr
May 11, 2026
Roger Glen Owens, Sr., 86, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026. Born on March 13, 1940, in Georgetown, South Carolina, Roger lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his passions. Roger was the proud owner and operator of Owens...
Raymond Francis Cornett Jr
May 04, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Raymond Francis Cornett, Jr. May 23rd, 1938 – May 4th, 2026 We celebrate the beautiful life of Raymond Francis Cornett, Jr., lovingly called Ray, whose quiet strength and bright mind touched everyone he met. He passed away on May 4th, 2026 at Hospice House, Wimauma, FL,...
Betty Jean Burnett
May 02, 2026
The story of Betty Jean Burnett began on January 12, 1931, in the red-clay fields of North Carolina, where calm days and open skies shaped a gentle spirit. From the outset, faith guided her steps, and kindness marked her way. Television evenings, a fresh Sudoku page, and Sunday church outlines...
Tung Huy Dao
May 02, 2026
A Life Seasoned with Love: Remembering Tung Dao September 4th, 1965 - May 2nd, 2026 Tung lived every day with one clear thought: his family always came first. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Jennifer Phan, his cherished sons, Lan Dao and Mason Phan, and his caring sister, Minh Dao. They were...
Magdalena Pascua Sledge
May 02, 2026
Please click here to watch the livestream. Sledge, Magdalena Pascua, 95, of St. Petersburg, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026. She arrived in the USA in 1961 with her husband and son Carlos. Magdalena graduated from cosmetology school in Albany, Georgia, in 1965 and obtained her license in...
William Bradford Sargent
May 01, 2026
Sargent, William Bradford, 66, of St. Petersburg, died Friday, May 1, 2026 at home, under the care of Empath, Suncoast Hospice. He was born in Middlebury, Vermont and came to Florida in 1970. Bill obtained his Masters in Marine Science from UF Gainesville and came to St. Petersburg in 1986. Bills...
Barbara K. Pitchford
May 01, 2026
Barbara K. Pitchford, 74, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born on April 17, 1952, in Gary, Indiana, Barbara lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and an unwavering spiritual faith. Barbara dedicated her career to the service industry, where her warm...
Hejl, Leota Mae
Apr. 30, 2026
Leota Mae Hejl, 100, of St. Petersburg, Florida, peacefully passed away April 30, 2026. She was born on New Year's Day, January 1, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late John and Edna Svoboda. Leota will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughters, Terri Guth and Kathy (David) Fox,...
Virginia "Irene" McCall
Apr. 30, 2026
Virginia “Irene” McCall, a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on April 30, 2026, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and kindness. Irene was born in Alexandria, Virginia, on January 20, 1935. In 1969, she moved to Pinellas Park, Florida with her husband Norman and her...
DiAnne M Hartz
Apr. 29, 2026
On Wednesday, April 29th, she was welcomed into heaven with open arms and the words "Well done my good and faithful servant." She is survived by her three children, Rachael (Mike), Natalie (Tommy), and Corey (Natalie). Her father Richard DeCresie and two brothers, Mike (Jan) and Dave (Robyn). She...
Joanne Aileen Smith
Apr. 27, 2026
It is with immense sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Joanne A. Smith at 92 on April 27, 2026. She passed at home surrounded by her daughters and first grandchild. Joanne was born April 21, 1934 in Broadview, Illinois, the daughter of Ruth Aileen (Blair) and Harold Lester Hampton....