Obituaries

Feb 13, 2021

Michael Stanley Ginesin, 70, of Apopka, Florida passed away February 13, 2021. He was born February 18, 1950 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Maxwell and Florence Ginesin. Mr. Ginesin is preceded in death by his sister Leslie Schloss. He is survived by his loving wife Kathleen Ginesin; children Wendy (Rich) Caskey, Michelle (Greg) Smith and Shannon (Joe)...

Feb 12, 2021

Johnnie Daniel Odom, 66, of Apopka, Florida passed away on February 12th 2021. Preceded in death by his father Oliver Odom and his two brothers, Ray and Ben Odom.

John was born May 13th 1954. Also known as Danny, he was raised in Apopka and lived there for most of his life.  John went to Apopka High...

Feb 10, 2021

Barbara Sue Biron, 73, of Apopka, FL passed away on February 10, 2021.  Her life began on October 11, 1947 with her parents, James and Lois McMurray, both of whom predeceased her.

She was born in New York, NY but moved to Clinton, MA when she was very young and lived there until college.  She graduated from...

Feb 10, 2021

James “Jim” C. Andrews, 88, of Apopka Florida passed away on February 10, 2021. Jim was born on February 28, 1932 in Amityville, New York to James C. Andrews Sr. and Evelyn Simon Andrews, both of whom predeceased him as well as his brother Richard Andrews.

As a young man seeking adventure, he proudly joined the U.S....

Feb 9, 2021

Carl Stancheski, 68, of Apopka, Florida peacefully passed away on February 09, 2021.  Mr. Stancheski was born on December 25, 1952 in New York, New York to the late Carl and Marie Stancheski. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Gina Stancheski. He is survived by his children Carl John Stancheski and Carissa Dee Stancheski; siblings sister...

Feb 8, 2021

Annette Pierce, 77, of Sorrento, Florida passed away on February 8, 2021.  Mrs. Pierce was born on March 11, 1943 in Sneads, Florida. She is preceded in death by her loving husband James Pierce and son Matt Pierce. She is survived by children Sandra (Therion) Pringle, Cassie (Thomas) Wilson; sibling Billy Joe Evans; grandchildren Jessica (Justin) Hunsberger, Jaime-Lynn (Bobby)...

Feb 7, 2021

James C. Slay, 89, of Zellwood, Florida passed away on February 07, 2021.  Mr. Slay was born on August 02, 1931 in Winston County, Alabama. He is survived by loving wife Dixie Slay; children Carl Slay, Michael Slay and James A. Slay; sibling Sue Darnell; 8 grandchildren; as well as 6 great grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by...

Feb 7, 2021

Daniel Nelson, 90, of Orlando, Florida, passed away February 07, 2021. He was born February 12, 1930 in Eustis, Florida. Mr. Nelson is preceded in death by his step-son Eric Solis. He is survived by his loving wife Juana Nelson; daughter Elizabeth Magaly Nelson; brother Raquel Nelson as well as many grandchildren, step-children, loved ones and friends.

Feb 3, 2021

Dwight Edward Hellenschmidt, 74, of Sorrento, Florida, passed away February 03, 2021. He was born October 04, 1946 in Mt. Olive, Mississippi to the late Edward and Bertie Hellenschmidt. Mr. Hellenschmidt is preceded in death by his sister Virginia Long. He is survived by his daughter Tamara (Bill) Kleier; grandchildren Ashley (Matt) Inman, Justin Kleier and Austin Kleier; great...

Feb 3, 2021

James Michael Cook, 84, of Apopka, Florida, passed away February 03, 2021. He was born March 24, 1936 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mr. Cook is survived by his loving wife Nancy Lynne Cook; children Wendy (Tom) Lyons, Mary (Jim) McGee and Amy Cook; sister Elsie Kloote; grandchildren Jennifer, Jaclynne, Tyler, Katy, and Molly as well as 3 great grandchildren....

Feb 3, 2021

Michael Leroy Townsend, 56, of Orlando, Florida passed away on February 03, 2021.  Mr. Townsend was born on May 22, 1964 in Lynwood, California. Michael will be missed by his many loved ones and friends.

Feb 2, 2021

Omie Jane Banks, 84, of Apopka, Florida, passed away February 02, 2021. She was born October 30, 1936, in McRae, Georgia.

Born in Georgia she spent most of her life in Florida. She worked at the Eagle department store which eventually became Dollar General. She worked with people all the time. Having a tremendous work ethic, setting...

Feb 2, 2021

With profound sadness we announce heaven received another angel on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 when Lois Alice (Arlene) Beasley, 86, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family at her bedside.

Lois Alice (Arlene) Beasley, AKA Gunny or Gum Gum is survived by Jack P. Beasley, her husband of 66 years. She was a beloved mother...

Feb 2, 2021

Robert James Couch, otherwise known as Bob, passed in peace on February 2, 2021. Bob was born in Australia on October 12, 1945, to the deceased parents of Master Sergeant Elmer Couch and Frances Wilson.

Bob was married three times. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Couch. Bob was a former husband and cherished...

Feb 1, 2021

Arnulfo Martinez Rodriguez, 43, of Orlando, Florida, passed away February 01, 2021. He was born July 18, 1977 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to the late Victor Martinez. Mr. Martinez Rodriguez is preceded in death by his siblings Roberto Martinez. He is survived by his loving wife Griselda Mendivil Pellegalaud; mother Bernardina Rodriguez Martinez; children Arnulfo Martinez Jr., Jazmin...

Feb 1, 2021

Ozar Larry Grant, 65, of Apopka, Florida passed away on February 01, 2021.  Mr. Grant was born on January 29, 1956 in Orlando, Florida. He is preceded in death by his loving parents Ozar and Louise Grant; and brother Gary Grant. He is survived by cousins Diane Tillman and Arnold McCarty; as well as lifelong friend William Humphreys. Ozar...

Feb 1, 2021

The family of Stacey Kyle – Brown sadly announce the sudden passing of their beloved daughter on February 1, 2021.

Survived by Mother Cheri Carter and Step Father Jeff Carter; fiance Richard Belcourt; Brother Sean Kyle and Wife Erika and children Alyvia, Isabella, Sofia, Liam and Evan; her Son Anthony Wenzel, wife Catherine, sons Conner and Elijah;...

Feb 1, 2021

Barbara Floyd Farr, age 84, passed away February 01, 2021. She was born January 16, 1937 in Atlanta, Georgia. She was preceded in death by her husband Farrell. She is survived by her sons Chris and Wyman and their families. She is also survived by her twin Sandra and brother Tom and their families. She traveled the world and...

Jan 30, 2021

The family of Errol sadly announces his passing on January 30, 2021.

He is survived by his adoring wife, Marjorie; his three beautiful daughters: Andrea, Marisha and Vanessa with his son-in-law, Keith and their exceptional children: Dazha, Keivana, KJ and Skyla. “Papa” was the best grandfather anyone could ever have!

Errol was a devoted husband,...

Jan 27, 2021

Charles Lloyd Smith, 68, of Apopka, Florida, passed away January 27, 2021. He was born July 08, 1952 in Orlando, Florida. Mr. Smith is survived by his loving wife Marty Smith; son Cliff (Lilian) Smith and grandchildren Tarah, Lily and Juan.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Journey Christian Church in Apopka, Florida ( journeychristian.com )...