Obituaries

Jack H. Nusbaum

Jack H. Nusbaum

Jan 11, 2021

Jack H. Nusbaum, age 80, of New York, New York passed away January 11, 2021.

Mr. Nusbaum will be lovingly remembered by his family including his wife, Nora Ann Wallace, children, Gary Nusbaum, Lisa Nusbaum, grandchildren, Andrew Dickerman, Allison Dickerman, Andrew Martins, Michael Martins, sisters, Evelyn Beazley, Ethel Sluzak, Marilyn Poole.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman...

Ruth L. Johnson

Ruth L. Johnson

Jan 10, 2021

Ruth L. Johnson, age 87, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away January 10, 2021.

Ruth was predeceased by her husband George Johnson.

She will be lovingly remembered by her family including her daughters, Debra G. Hill, Patricia D. Wilders, Kathryn L. Hybsch, stepson, Todd Johnson, stepdaughters, Christine Williams, & Pam Dupont, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild.

A Memorial...

Salvatore F. Alessio

Salvatore F. Alessio

Jan 10, 2021

Salvatore F. Alessio, age 94, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away January 10, 2021.

Mr. Alessio was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II and a retired New York City Police Officer.

He was predeceased by his wife June F. Alessio in 2020.

He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his children, Nicholas F. Alessio, Helaine...

Armando Carmelo

Armando Carmelo

Jan 9, 2021

Armando Carmelo, age 80, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away January 9, 2021.

Armando  was predeceased by his daughter, Carla. He is survived by his sons, Luis Carmelo (Iris) and Paulo Carmelo, grandchildren, Enrique Diz, Katorina Diz, Philip Diz, brother, Joao Carmelo.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered 12 Noon Thursday, January 14, 2021at Holy Name of...

Michael Vaccaro

Michael Vaccaro

Jan 7, 2021

Michael Vaccaro, age 80, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away on January 7, 2021. Michael was born in Brooklyn, New York on August 1, 1940. He was a Veteran of The US Marine Corps as well as an honorary lifetime member of the Great Kills Yacht Club. Michael is survived by his wife, Grace DiFiore; son, Michael R. Vaccaro;...

Ruby Metzler

Ruby Metzler

Jan 7, 2021

Ruby Metzler, of Lake Worth, Florida, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at the age of 82. Ruby was born on April 7, 1938 to the late, Joseph and Celia Lotish in New York City. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband, Harold Metzler.

Ruby was born and raised in New York, the only child...

Arthur William Donegan

Arthur William Donegan

Jan 6, 2021

Arthur William Donegan, age 89, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away on January 6, 2021. Mr. Donegan was born in Ramsey, New Jersey on November 2, 1931. He was a veteran of The US Army. Mr. Donegan was predeceased by his wife, Clara Donegan in 2020. He is survived by his children, Michael (Kathryn) Donegan, Pamela (Leslie) Szakacs, Lorraine...

Cecilia M. Schmidt

Cecilia M. Schmidt

Jan 5, 2021

Cecilia M. Schmidt, age 72, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away on January 5, 2021. Cecilia was born in Ecuador on June 23, 1948. She is survived by her son, Frederick P. Schmidt, Jr.; daughter, Priscilla Riofrio; grandchildren, Angelica Schmidt and Gabriella Schmidt; brother, Nelson Aguas; sisters, Maggie Barrezueta, Eulalia Berdebes and Ximena Diaz.

Private cremation services are under the...

Michael P. Cannon

Michael P. Cannon

Jan 4, 2021

Michael Patrick Cannon, a long-time resident of Ozone Park in Queens, NY who always had a cigar, lottery ticket and big hug for a friend, died on Jan. 4 in Loxahatchee, Florida following a bout with cancer. He was 74.

Known as "Mike" to family and friends, Cannon was born in Jamaica Hospital on June 21, 1946 to Joseph James...

Salvatore Bommarito

Salvatore Bommarito

Jan 3, 2021

Salvatore Bommarito, age 68, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away on January 3, 2021. Salvatore was born in Italy on March 9, 1952. He was predeceased by his brother, Felice Bommarito in 2019. Salvatore is survived by his parents, Diego & Concetta Bommarito; brothers, Roberto (Maria) Bommarito and Marcello (Jeanine) Bommarito; sisters, Theresa (Vincent) Giamporcaro and Maria Bommarito. He will...

Kyle Robert Hodgens

Kyle Robert Hodgens

Jan 3, 2021

Kyle Robert Hodgens, age 42, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away on January 3, 2021. Kyle was born in East Islip, New York on August 12, 1978. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Dennis Hodgens. Kyle is survived by his wife of 16 years, Andrea L. Hodgens; his children, Ryan, Anna, Brooke and Kylie; mother, Diane Elizabeth Hodgens; brothers...

Eduardo Montoya

Eduardo Montoya

Jan 2, 2021

Eduardo Montoya of Lake Worth, Florida on January 2, 2021 in his 83rd year.

Beloved husband of Ruth J. Montoya, loving father of Omar, Gustavo, Sandra & Lucero, cherished grandfather of 7, also survived by several brothers and sisters.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Joseph P. McGovern, Sr.

Joseph P. McGovern, Sr.

Jan 2, 2021

Joseph P. McGovern, Sr., age 86, of Greenacres, Florida passed away January 2, 2021.

Mr. McGovern was a U.S. Navy Veteran of Korea. 

He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his wife of 63 years, Dana M. McGovern, children, Joseph P. McGovern, Jr. (Sue), Sean McGovern (Cindy), Timothy McGovern (Kathy Sue), Dana McGovern, Brian McGovern (Laura), 12 grandchildren,...

Donald Carroll Sleeth

Donald Carroll Sleeth

Jan 2, 2021

Donald Carroll Sleeth, age 87, of Haverhill, Florida passed away on January 2, 2021. Donald was born in Shelbyville, Indiana on December 15, 1933. He was a veteran of the US Army, an avid fisherman, fan of the Florida Gators, an excellent gardener and an all around incredible son, brother, husband, father, grand father and great grandfather. Donald is survived...

Tom Blackburn

Tom Blackburn

Jan 2, 2021

Thomas Edward Blackburn — better known to most long-time readers of the Palm Beach Post as retired columnist and editorial writer Tom Blackburn — stopped breathing just after midnight on January 2, 2021. 

 

Saint Peter no doubt awoke as Tom knocked on the pearly gates, his baritone voice barking out something maybe resembling Gloria in excelsis Deo (if we’re...

Anthony LeRose

Anthony LeRose

Jan 2, 2021

Anthony LeRose, age 89, of Jupiter, Florida passed away January 2, 2021.

Anthony was a U.S. Air Force Veteran.

He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his wife, Laura LeRose, daughters, Pamela LeRose, Mary Ann Teschan, four grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Leonard & John LeRose.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral...

Peter S. Hofheinz, Jr.

Peter S. Hofheinz, Jr.

Dec 31, 2020

Peter S. Hofheinz, Jr., of Jupiter, FL, loving husband, father of three and grandfather of three, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2020.

Born on April 22, 1950 in Queens, NY, Peter was the son of Peter and Fannie Hofheinz, who predeceased him. He moved to Hollywood, FL. and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music and Master’s in Science Education....

Stephanie M. O'Neill

Stephanie M. O'Neill

Dec 31, 2020

Stephanie M. O’Neill June 5th, 1944 – December 31, 2020   Stephanie M. Romano was born to Rosaria and Paul Romano in Brooklyn, New York on June 5th, 1944. Stephanie was an identical twin to her sister Pamela. Stephanie grew up in Glendale, New York and attended St. Pancras Elementary School and the Valhalla Elementary and Middle School. In High...

Edwin Vazquez

Edwin Vazquez

Dec 28, 2020

Edwin Vazquez, age 65, of Greenacres, Florida passed away on December 28, 2020. Edwin was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 31, 1955. He was a veteran of The US Marine Corps. Edwin is survived by his two sons, Matthew Vazquez and Joseph Vazquez; mother, Minerva Vazquez; brother, Rickey Vazquez; sisters, Yolanda Lincoln, Linda Vazquez and Sandra Vazquez; nephew,...

Gilberto Dominguez

Gilberto Dominguez

Dec 28, 2020

Gilberto Dominguez of Wellington, Florida and San Antonio, Texas, suddenly on December 28, 2020.

Beloved husband of Rosa Elia Dominguez.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Inurnment will take place in Texas.