Obituaries

Shirley L. Lurix

Shirley L. Lurix

Jan 5, 2010

Mrs. Shirley Lurix, 82, Wellington, Florida, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at Palms West Hospital following a brief illness. Mrs. Lurix was born July 3, 1927 in Bridgeport, Connecticut to the late Burnett & Rachel (Merritt) Ludwig. Mrs. Lurix moved to the Wellington area in 1988 from Tamarac. Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Paul...

Robert E. Zimmermann

Robert E. Zimmermann

Jan 5, 2010

Robert E. Zimmermann of West Palm Beach, Florida on January 5, 2010 in his 65th year. Beloved nephew of Esther D. Simpson, several cousins also survive. Memorial Mass, 2 PM Monday, January 11, 2010 at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, West Palm Beach. A service of Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 s. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

John Bertone

John Bertone

Jan 5, 2010

Age 89, of West Palm Beach, passed away on January 5, 2010. Mr. Bertone was born on August 29, 1920 in New York, NY. He was a veteran of World War II serving in The US Army. He was predeceased by his wife Connie. He is survived by his long time loving companion, Josephine Rallo; children, JoAnn (Joseph) Chmielowski, Maria...

Helen Mary Curley

Helen Mary Curley

Jan 4, 2010

Ms. Helen Mary Curley, 93, West Palm Beach, passed away Monday, January 4, 2010 at Hospice of Palm Beach following a brief illness. Ms. Curley was born September 6, 1916 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island to the late Leroy & Helen (Carroll) Follett. Ms. Curley is survived by her sister, Janet Duquette and her nephew, Henry (Roberta) Duquette. Private cremation services...

Elisa T. Hersey

Elisa T. Hersey

Jan 4, 2010

Elisa T. Hersey, former resident of West Palm Beach, FL went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2010 she was in the care of Hospice of Martin County, FL; Elisa was a member of First United Methodist Church of Hobe Sound, The Growing Together Class, and the Gideons Auxillary of Martin County and former member of Good...

Margie Calabrese

Margie Calabrese

Jan 1, 2010

Margie Calabrese of Boca Raton, Florida on January 1, 2010 in her 96th year. Funeral Services will take place in New York under the care of Edward-Dowdle Funeral Home, Dobbs Ferry. A service of Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Harold F. Monahan

Harold F. Monahan

Dec 30, 2009

Harold F. Monahan of West Palm Beach, Florida on December 30, 2009 in his 86th year. Proud veteran of World War II, recipient of the Purple Heart. Beloved husband of Dorris, loving brother of Catherine, dear uncle of Betty and Dorothy. Interment, 10 AM Monday, January 4, 2010 at South Florida Veterans National Cemetery, Lake Worth. A service of Tillman...

Ann Gaugh

Ann Gaugh

Dec 30, 2009

Ann Gaugh of Lake Worth, Florida on December 30, 2009 in her 77th year. Services will be held in Brentwood, New York under the care of Michael J. Grant Funeral Home 631-273-4443. A service of Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Paul Jerome Deane, Jr.

Paul Jerome Deane, Jr.

Dec 30, 2009

Mr. Paul J. Deane, Jr., age 46, West Palm Beach, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at St. Lucie Medical Center following a brief illness. Mr. Deane was born July 24, 1963 in Geneva, New York. Paul is survived by his parents, Edith and Paul Deane of West Palm Beach; brother, Patrick Deane of West Palm Beach; sister, Maryanne Deane...

Donald Herbert Waters

Donald Herbert Waters

Dec 29, 2009

Age 80, of Lake Worth, passed away at home on December 29, 2009. Donald was born in Detroit, Michigan on September 27, 1929 and moved to Florida in 1945. He is survived by two daughters, Lisa (Mark) Brodrick and Christine Rice. He also leaves behind four grandchildren Samantha & Jacob Brodnick and John & Gary Rice. He will also be...

James Arthur Lockwood

James Arthur Lockwood

Dec 28, 2009

Rev. James Lockwood, 78, passed away on December 28, 2009 at his home with many of his large family at his side. Born in Chicago on June 2, 1931, he operated Lockwood Carpet Service in Boca Raton, FL beginning in 1958. In 1964 he was ordained by the Baptist Faith and attended Baptist Bible Inst. in Graceville, FL. Throughout his...

Edward O. Singletary

Edward O. Singletary

Dec 28, 2009

Age 60, of Greenacres, Florida passed away in Miami on December 28, 2009. Edward was born in Valdosta, Georgia on September 19, 1949. He was involved with The Okeeheelee Baseball League for over 30 years. He is survived by his wife, Beverly (Cross) Singletary; children, Christopher (Ingrid Ralph) Singletary and Shanna Singletary; grandchildren, Veronica, Kristian and Reeanna; mother, Lois Singletary;...

Richard Tobin Smith

Richard Tobin Smith

Dec 27, 2009

Mr. Richard T. Smith, age 89, West Palm Beach, Florida, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2009 following a brief illness. Mr. Smith was born March 12, 1920 in Orlando, Florida to the late Kirby & Mary (Dorgan) Smith. Richard was the owner and operator of a nursery and moved to the West Palm Beach area in 1950. Mr. Smith was...

Hobart C. Herrendeen

Hobart C. Herrendeen

Dec 26, 2009

Hobart C. Herrendeen of Palm Springs, Florida on December 26, 2009 in his 91st year. Proud veteran of World War II. Burial arrangements are private. A service of Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Sylvia Resnick

Sylvia Resnick

Dec 23, 2009

Sylvia Resnick of Boynton Beach, Florida on December 23, 2009 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Milton, loving mother of Mona, Aaron and Warren, cherished grandmother of 6 and great grandmother of 10. Memorial Service, 3:00 PM Thursday, December 24, 2009 at Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. In lieu of flowers, the...

Flora C. Beaty

Flora C. Beaty

Dec 21, 2009

Age 84 of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away December 21, 2009. Mrs. Beaty was a member of Jog Road Baptist Church, West Palm Beach. She was predeceased by her husband, Myrl Beaty in 1986. Mrs. Beaty will be lovingly remembered by her family, including her son, Gary L. (Elizabeth) Beaty and her daughter, Christi (Walter) Sensibaugh, six grandchildren and...

Kenneth Eugene "Ken" French

Kenneth Eugene "Ken" French

Dec 19, 2009

Kenneth Eugene "Ken" French of Lake Worth, Florida on December 19, 2009 in his 53rd year. Ken worked for 28 years in Communication Tower Construction. he was an avid fisherman and was a lover of nature and animals. Ken was preceded in death by his father, Winford E. "Buddy" French. He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his...

Gustavo Fernandez

Gustavo Fernandez

Dec 18, 2009

Gustavo Fernandez of Miami, Florida suddenly on December 18, 2009 in his 22nd year. Beloved son of Amanda Vazquez and Gustavo Fernandez, loving cousin of Jennie Dominguez, cherished grandson of Maximo Vazquez, Pedro Franco and Maria Soler. Reposing 10 AM-2 PM Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. Interment, Lake Worth Memory...

Peggy M. Vander Ryk

Peggy M. Vander Ryk

Dec 17, 2009

Peggy M. Vander Ryk of Lake Worth, Florida on December 17, 2009 in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Jerry, loving mother of Dennis and Kenny, mother-in-law of Joan, Lori and Kerry , cherished grandmother of Ryan, April, Jason(Melissa), Kelly, Korey, Joseph & Sarah and great grandmother of Marley. Reposing 9-11 AM Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Tillman...

Florence Helen Young

Florence Helen Young

Dec 15, 2009

Helen Florence Young of West Palm Beach, Florida on December 15, 2009 in her 84th year. Beloved sister of William and Irene. Private interment will take place at Hillcrest Memorial Park, West Palm Beach. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. A service of Tillman Funeral Home, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.