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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....
Demetria Janella Chand
Apr. 27, 2026
Demetria Janella Chand (née Torres), affectionately known as "String Bean," passed away on April 27, 2026, at the age of 45, in Largo, Florida. Born on May 8, 1980, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, she dedicated her life to caring for others, both as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a skilled nursing...
Robert Walter von Blomberg
Apr. 27, 2026
Robert W. von Blomberg, 88, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away on April 27, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Michaeline von Blomberg, and is survived by his children, Brooke von Blomberg and Michael von Blomberg (Andrea), and his cherished grandchildren, Alexander and...
Vicki Hamilton Edwards
Apr. 26, 2026
Vicki Edwards (née Hamilton), aged 64, passed away on April 26, 2026, in Pinellas Park, Florida. Born on December 5, 1961, in Austelle, Georgia, Vicki was known for her deep love for her family and her joy in the simple pleasures of life. Vicki cherished her life with her husband, John Edwards,...
Ruth Elizabeth Harrower
Apr. 25, 2026
Ruth Elizabeth Harrower (née Lindow), aged 88, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026, in Pinellas Park, Florida. Born on November 24, 1937, in Verona, New Jersey, Ruth dedicated her life to the care and well-being of others, both through her professional and personal endeavors. Ruth spent her...
Deborah H Moore
Apr. 19, 2026
Deborah H. Moore, 77, of St Petersburg, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 47 years, Dick Moore; her children Amanda Harrington and her fiancé, Douglas Gutteridge, Brett and his wife Jill Harrington, Nicole...
Mary Margaret Swartzell
Apr. 18, 2026
Mary Margaret Swartzell first opened her eyes in Logansport, Indiana, and from that day forward her life circled tightly around family. Those of us who knew her felt the steady warmth of her kindness, loyalty, and compassion in every visit and phone call. She was the daughter of the late Mary Jo...
Julia Ellen Hey
Apr. 14, 2026
Julia Ellen Hey, 99, passed away April 14, 2026, at her granddaughter's home in St. Petersburg, Florida. Julia was born May 5, 1926, in Los Angeles, California. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered. The family is currently preparing an obituary. Please check back soon for more details.
Parwattie "Monica" Braizer
Apr. 12, 2026
Parwattie "Monica" Braizer, 54, suddenly passed away on April 12, 2026, in Clearwater, Florida. She was born January 7, 1972, in Berbice, Guyana. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Services took place privately. Services in the care of Memorial Park...
Richard David Tilka
Apr. 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Richard D. Tilka Born May 12, 1961 — Passed April 12, 2026 Richard D. Tilka, beloved son of George and Marjorie Tilka, lived a life defined by service, dedication, and deep love for his family. He is survived by his brother, Steven Tilka; his sons, Joshua and Matthew Tilka;...
Beverly Pilkington Bernstein
Apr. 10, 2026
Beverly M. Pilkington (Bernstein), known affectionately as Bev, passed away April 10, 2026, at the age of 96 surrounded by family. Born on December 17, 1929, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, Beverly and her family lived in Michigan before moving to St. Petersburg in 1968. She dedicated her life to...
Lynn Marie Roberson (Reeves)
Apr. 10, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Lynn Roberson on April 10, 2026. Lynn was 78 years old. Lynn was born in St. Petersburg and attended Pinellas County schools. She also attended Pinellas Park Beauty School. After graduating, she found her lifelong profession in hair styling and...