Valerie Ann Wideman (nee Griffith), a Homestead native and longtime educator and principal at St. John’s Episcopal School, passed away on August 17, 2026.
Jimmy D Simmons, Sr., 86, a resident of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, following a brief illness and stay in hospital.
Richard “Dick” Bonham, born December 13, 1937, to Henry and Geraldine Bonham in Homestead, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.Richard grew up in Homestead and graduated from South Dade High School in 1957. Shortly after, he proudly joined t…
David Andersen, 83, of Redland (Homestead, Florida), passed away peacefully on March 16.
Nobuko “Nanci” Mitchell passed away peacefully in South Carolina on February 28, 2026, with family by her side after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 44 years, Charles Mitchell.
Jospeh “Joey” F. Strano passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2026, in Daytona Beach.Joey was born on December 10, 1972, in Homestead. He attended South Dade High School and went on to work on his family’s farms in Homestead, Florida, and Oswego, NY, where he spent his summers.He is survi…
Kenneth R. Graves, a lifelong South Florida agriculturist, passed away on December 22, 2025, at the age of 93.
Bernhard Robert Martens, known affectionately as Benny, was born in Homestead, Florida, on September 2, 1938, and passed away on November 13, 2025, at the age of 87.He was preceded in death by his father, Bernhard J. Martens; his mother, Emma E. Martens Jaensch; his sister, Gerda Martens Hal…
With deep sorrow and abiding love, the family of Jose Cardenal Vivas announces his passing on October 6, 2025, at the age of 84.
Michael Miguel Uzquiano, 85, a beloved father, grandfather, husband, uncle, brother, and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. Born on November 22, 1939, in Camagüey, Cuba, Miguel’s remarkable life journey was defined by courage, resilience, …
Married to his beautiful wife Pina for 56 years, he is survived by her and his children Salvatore, Dina, and Michael, daughter-in-law Shannan and son-in-law Mike.A hard working man of tremendous integrity, honest, $enerous, and dedicated. His life was filled with love and his passion to work…
Thomas Joseph Guadagno, best known as Tom to all of his family and friends, passed away doing what he loved most, working on the farm with his dear friend Bryan McHargue, on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 in Madison, FL. He was born on October 13, 1945, in Hartford, CT, and moved to Homestead, FL w…
Carla Joyce Hobson Cook, age 97, of Seneca , South Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025.
Miguel Perez, beloved husband, father, and friend, age 94, of Homestead, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 17, 2025. He was a farmer/contractor in the Homestead and Redlands area for many years.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother/Gram, Mary Ann Ericson.
Jean A. Mizell, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 in Port Charlotte, Florida.
Our beloved mother, Maggie Bates, at the age of 87, from Homestead, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 27th, 2025.
Roy Howard Black, 82, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at WakeMed in Raleigh. Born in Abilene, Texas on January 5,1942, he was the son of the late Howard Raymond Black, Jr. and Juanita Hutchings Bell.
Lewis Tyre, age 96, longtime resident of Homestead FL, passed away September 29th, 2024.
Mrs. Elizabeth “Betsy” Ann Davey Conley (Smith) of Blowing Rock, died Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, at Glenbridge Nursing Center in Boone. She was 96.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tracey Sunday Munsell, a beloved wife, mother, and sister, who went to be with God and her family in heaven on July 7, 2024.
Ronald W. Tyre of Homestead, FL passed away on 8/17/24 at the age of 88 in Athens, GA. He is preceded in death by his parents John W. and Evelyn Tyre and his grandson Ricky Lee (Buster) Tyre. He is survived by his family; brother Charles S. Tyre, children Rick L. Tyre, Risë Rabun and Zachary…
John Gordon Ellis Jr., born May 9, 1932, passed away on June 8, 2024. He was a cherished husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service.
Vito was born in Fulton, New York. His parents, Agatino and Angelina (Lazzaro) Strano were farmers in New York in Summer months and Florida City, Florida in Winter months. They kept their home in New York but eventually bought a home in Florida City and spent all their time in Florida.
Jack Sharpe Polk, 90, passed away in Gainesville, Florida in the early morning of April 26, 2024 following a brief illness. Jack was born in Homestead, Florida to parents Ephram “Jack” and Zella Sharpe Polk on August 13, 1933. He is predeceased by his parents and beloved wife, Mary Michalsky…
Leo Dubé Sr., a revered veteran of both World War II and the Korean War, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2024, at the age of 98. He was born on January 9, 1926, to Orena Richards Dubé and Arthur Dubé. Throughout his life, Leo embodied the highest ideals of service and dedication, both as …
Eugene “Red” McAllister lost his battle with Parkinson’s on March 13th, 2024, in Greensboro, Georgia. He was born in Genesee Township, Penn. on August 18th, 1937. He resided in Wellsville, New York, until he enlisted in the Air Force as a member of the Military Police.
Richard T. Meury passed away on Sunday, February 11th, 2024, at the age of 91.
Robert (Bob) James Jensen peacefully passed away into the arms of his Savior Sunday April 14th, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jessie Eloyce Olmstead Jensen and Clarence Elmer “Swede” Jensen, sister, Sandy Ferrey and two of his sons, Robert Jensen and Russell Jensen. He is sur…
Mr. Harry Franklin Bostic, 78, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at the Suwannee Valley Care Center (Haven Hospice) following an extended illness. He is the son of the late Joann Darnell Pritchard and is preceded in death by his daughter Margaret Lynn Gooding and two brothers, Bobby and…
Jean C. Accursio, formerly of Homestead, Florida passed away peacefully, Monday, April 15th at the age of 85. She was born in Fletcher, North Carolina to Fred and Delphia Cairnes. She attended Henderson High School and was a starting forward on the girls basketball team, she graduated in 1957.
Medora Krome, beloved mother and agricultural community member, died unexpectedly on March 28, 2024, in Homestead, Florida at the age of 72, from complications of pneumonia.
Charlotte G. Schmunk, 98, of Florida City, Florida, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord on February 3rd, 2024, with her grandson, Scott, at her side. She will be remembered by those who knew her as a compassionate, no-nonsense woman who loved her family, friends, and community.
Fabia Oskierko Blue was one of the most recognized personalities in South Dade County.
Lorrie Michelle “Shelly” (Hubbard) Tyre a cherished mother, daughter, cousin and friend passed away on January 5th, 2024. Leaving this world too soon with loved ones by her side after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was 52 years young.
Ms. Kay Marlene Kuebeler of Homestead, Florida passed away on December 25th 2023.
Our dear loved one, Pamela Hobby Champion Caves, sadly passed away peacefully on December 20th, 2023.
On Friday, December 15th, 2023, L.B. Helms, the head of one of Homestead’s former farming families, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 97.
Eddie Perez passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023.
Our beloved Marguerite Ann Diffee passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023, at the age of 91, with her children at her side.
Anthony Gerard Gorman passed on October 29, 2023.
Patrick Joseph Neafsey, formerly from Homestead, passed away peacefully at home in Dunedin, FL, October 11, 2023 at the age of 87.
Homer W. Knowles, Air Force veteran and former Pan American pilot, passed away at Homestead Baptist Hospital, Thursday, October 19, 2023.
Ray Arno Plagens Sr., of Homestead, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at The Palace Gardens in Homestead, FL on October 7th, 2023 at the age of 91.
Our dear mother, Estelle Louise Chrycy sadly passed away on August 25th at 98 years old. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her.
Joyce Victoria (Bond) Elmore passed away on August 19, 2023. Joyce was born in Sumrall, Mississippi to John Everett Bond and Ethel (Rutledge) Bond on August 10, 1938.
Carl Aaron Justice passed away suddenly on July 16, 2023. He was born on June 3, 1943, in Virginia to Wilfred and Helen Justice.
Alma Jane Myrick, 79 of Margate, FL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior July 17, 2023.
Duane Tannenbaum passed away on July 11th following a brief, yet aggressive illness.
Raphael “Ray” Ramirez passed away on July 16, 2023 at the age of 61.
Richard “Rich” McCann passed away June 26, 2023, peacefully at the age of 83 after a short but heroic battle with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
Kenneth (Ken) Berger formerly of Homestead, Florida, passed away in Fletcher, NC, on June 30, 2023.
Robert George Wich, 90, passed away with family and friends on Friday, July 7, 2023 in Homestead, Florida.
