Obituaries in Ocala, FL

Roscoe McIntosh was born on January 81932 in Vidalia Georgia to Robert McIntosh and Annie Raiford McIntosh. His mother died when Roscoe was very young and he was raised by his eldest sister Marie whom he loved dearly. Roscoe did not have a formal education but from an early age he was known to be a ...

Georgia Jam Pete Cassidy was born on July 221940 in Brooker Florida. She was the eldest child of Willie James and Alberta Pete a role she embraced with pride and responsibility. Georgia was a devoted daughter sister wife mother and friend. Georgias laughter encouragement and generosity brightened ev...

Enoch Blunt Sr. was born on August 161934 the fifth child of Bertha and Mannie Blunt Sr. in Fairfield Florida. He attended Clarksville school in Flemington Florida. Enoch was united in holy matrimony to Mary Helen Jackson on July 7 1956 and to this union were born three daughters and six sons. Enoch...

Juanita Perry Cunningham was a Christian mother grandmother greatgrandmother daughter sister aunt soror educator and civic volunteer. She was born June 18 1925 to Thelma Simmons and William O. Perry. Along with her biological parents she was raised by loving stepparents Amos Herring Sr. and Iona Per...

Born on April 23 1933 Mrs. Rimes devoted her life to education and the nurturing of young minds. She served as a teacher at Howard Elementary School and Dr. N.H. Jones Elementary School where her unwavering commitment to learning left an indelible mark on generations of students. Her classroom was a...

Millard Staleywas born on November 7 1932 to the parents of Herman Staley Sr. and Geneva Thomas Staley. He attended Marion County Public Schools and graduated from Howard Academy Class of 1952. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Army and completed 20 years of honorable service. His mi...

Ocala Norman L. Williams Sr. 84 was born August 6 1933 in Polk County to the late Oscar Williams and Ethel Wright Thomas. Norman Peacefully passed away on October 3 2017 at Superior Residence at Cala Hills. Norman L. Williams Sr. graduated from high school in Lakeland Fl. in 1951 enlisted into the A...

Mrs. Zelma R. Bush Finley was born March 1 1917 in Drewry Alabama. She was one of twelve children in the family. All of her siblings preceded her in death. She was married to the late Adolphus Finley Sr. They did not have any children together but is survived by their adopted son Adolphus Finley Jr....

Annie Mae Colston 84 passed away at Ocala Regional Medical Center on Saturday April 16 2022 at 1212pm. She leaves to cherish her memory four daughters Sabrina A. Leslie Tony of Fort Lauderdale Katrina D. Thomas Stephen of Ocala FL Daphneryl A. Colston and Valeria A. Chavers of Covington GA one son D...

Lonnie Spain 85 transitioned to be with the Lord on Wednesday September 6 2017. Born in Philadelphia Pa. He was the son of the late William and Rosalie Spain. From that union came two sons Lonnie William who preceded him in death. From Lonnies previous marriage were three daughter Lorene Espeland O...

Mary Reis was born on May 12 1925 in Providence Rhode Island to the late Adeline Mendes and Leon Gomes. She was raised in East Providence where she received her education and later attended secretarial school. Mary accepted Christ at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church where she was baptized in Novem...

Lelia Mae Bowers a beloved mother grandmother sister and faithful servant of her community was born on December 18 1937 in Reddick Florida to the late Leroy and Susie Mae Griffin. She peacefully passed away on Tuesday December 23 2025. Lelia was a lifelong resident of Reddick Florida where she built...

peacefully on December 23 2025 at her residence. Mrs. Grimsley was a graduate of Howard High School Class of 1963. She attended Tuskegee College transferring to Central Florida Community College and completed the Cosmetology program where she became a licensed cosmetologist. Edna aspired to become a...

Ocala Fl Ms. Leanore Vernon 80 transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior on December 17 2025 at her parents home with her family at her bedside. She was a graduate of Howard High School Class of 1963. Leanore retired from the Marion County School Board. She leaves to cherish her precious memories ...

Staff Sergeant Elisha Eli Jackson age 68 peacefully transitioned on December 2 2025 at his residence in Fort McCoy Florida with his devoted wife of 41 years by his side. A native of Orlando Florida Eli was educated in the Orange County school system and graduated from Wymore High School. He continue...

Ocala Florida Mr. Eric Roy Boone Sr. age 74 transitioned to be with his heavenly father on November 02 2025 at the Grace Davis Hall Hospice of Marion County. He was educated in the Marion County Public School system. Mr. Boone served in the United States Military Army Branch. He leaves to cherish h...

On Tuesday November 6 2025 Katrina Kennedy Waters transitioned from labor to rest passing peacefully at her home in Ocala Florida surrounded by love and comfort. Born on September 14 1974 to Kathy Lynette James and Freddie Lee Kennedy Katrina Renee Kennedy Waters grew up in Marion County Florida. Sh...

Ms. Delores Samuel Palmer age 79 was born on November 28 1945 in Ocala Florida to the late Edgar Samuel Sr. and Berthenia Samuel. Delores received her formal education at the Howard High School in Ocala Florida where she graduated with pride. Throughout her life she worked diligently as a Home Care ...

Melvin James passed away peacefully surrounded by family Monday October 6 2025 at UF Health Cardiology Heart Vascular Hospital in Gainesville FL.He was a graduate of Howard HighSchoolClass of 1964 and served in the United States Army. Melvin is survived by his wife Renee Parks James Daughters Car...

Barbara Elaine Hope a Shining Star of her family was born on August 13 1949 in Ocala Florida to the late Alga Hope Sr. and Julia Mays Hope. Barbara was a loving mother sister and aunt and a dedicated teachereducator whose determination led her to many remarkable achievements during her lifetime. She...

Kim Michelle Stovall was born in Ocala Florida to Minnie Mae Birt Harrison and Fred Stovall. She received her formal education at Forest High School in Ocala FL and furthered her studies at Job Corps in Louisville KY. Kim accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and was united wi...

Tanjuawas born on November 25 1964 to the late Lillian Jones and the late Elder Mays in Ocala FL. Tanjuareceived her formal education from the Marion County Public School System where she was a graduate of Vanguard High School Class of 1982. Tanjua was a dedicated member of her class and was respons...

Mr. Oland Williams affectionately known in the community as DaddyYo" age 77 transitioned peacefully to be with his Heavenly Father on December 28 2025 at the University of Florida Shands Hospital. Mr. Williams was a graduate of Howard High School Class of 1968. He proudly served in the United States...

Public Viewing will be on Friday January 9 2026 from 100pm to 600pm at Summers Funeral Home 2238 NW 10th St Ocala Fl 34475. Celebration of Life Service for JaNarre Suggs will be on Saturday January 10 2026 at 100pm atImmerse Church of Ocala 5105 North US Hwy 441 Ocala FL 34475.

William Madison Stewart was born on December14 1955 toAlphonsoStewart and Jessie Mae Brown in Miami Florida. Hereceived his formal education in the MiamiDade public schools graduating from Miami Senior High School. He accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and was united with the Church of God in C...

Richard L. Jones was born on January 1 1959 to the late Willie Jones and Rhoda L. Jones in Raleigh FL. Richard accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and later united with Debose Chapel UMC where he served as an Usher and Chairman of Trustee Board. He received his formal education in...

O death where is thy sting O grave where is thy victory 1 Corinthians 1555 Ella Mae Gordon was born on November 1 1946 in Orange Lake Florida to Thomas Gordon and Eva Mae PresleySimmons. She was educated in the Marion County School System. Ella accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age ...

Mrs. Vera Mae WatersGaitor was born on August 17 1930 in Lowell Florida. Vera was the cherished daughter of the late John "Rabbit" Waters Sr. and Willie Mae Wright. Her lifelong devotion to her faith was evident through her dedicated membership at Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Ocal...

Arnette Henry Williams Jr. was born January 19 1982 to Jo Ann Houston and Arnette H. Williams Sr. in Ocala Florida. He accepted Christ as his personal Saviour at the age of 7 years old and was united with Mt. Moriah Baptist Church where he was a faithful servant. Arnette was united in holy matrimony...

Master Sergeant Richard Kelly beloved husband father brother son and Deputy Sheriff passed away peacefully on September 23 2025 in Ocala Florida at the age of 53. Born in Brooklyn New York Richard lived a life of kindness generosity and dedication to family and community. He was known for his sharp ...

Arnette Henry Williams Jr. was born January 9 1982 to Arnette Williams Sr. and JoAnn Houston in Ocala Florida. Arnette received his formal education in the public schools of Marion County Florida. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and was united with Mt. Moriah Baptist Church...

Public Viewing will be on Friday September 26 2025 from 100pm to 600pm at Summers Funeral Home 2238 NW 10th St Ocala Fl 34475. Celebration of Life Service for Mrs. Mae Francis Baker will be on Saturday September 27 2025 at 1100am at Reddick Church of God15670 NW Gainesville Rd Reddick FL 32686

Eartha Mae Hamilton was born on February 12 1940 in Summerfield Florida to John and Mamie Hamilton. She attended the public schools of Marion County and was employed with the Marion County School Board Cafeteria and as a Licensed Cosmetologist. Eartha also was employed with SteakNShake until her ret...

Andrew Harris was born on April 41945 in Clarksdale Mississippi to the late Frank and Mary Harris. Andrew worked as a roofer throughout his life a trade he took great pride in. Beyond his work he cherished time with his familytaking them on summer vacations fishing trips to the Everglades fruitpicki...