Obituaries

Jul 21, 2025

Alice L. Beauchene 93 of Wilton Manors passed away on Monday July 21, 2025. A resident for 68 years formerly from Thetford Vermont. She is predeceased by her Son Terry S. Beauchene. survived by her daughters: Sadie Beauchene of Wilton Manors and Joy Beauchene. Son: Vernon A. Beauchene. Granddaughter: Amy Louise Snitehurst. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday...

Jun 25, 2025

R. Scott Mogavero, 59, of Pompano Beach, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025. He was born in Smithtown, New York, on January 11, 1966, to Jennie Mogavero and the late Robert Mogavero.



Scott was a man of many roles and responsibilities. He devoted 28 years of his life to serving the Town of Davie Fire Rescue Department. Starting his career...

Jun 24, 2025

November 21, 1955, Jeffrey Michael Hurt was the third of five children born to Paul and Rita Hurt, pioneers of Pompano Beach. Jeff spent his younger years working alongside his father guarding the beaches of Pompano, and playing football for Pompano Beach High School, graduating Class of 1974. Jeff received his Bachelor’s degree from Florida State University, and was hired...

Jun 8, 2025

Linda Ann GriciusWith deep sorrow and endless love, we announce the passing of Linda Ann Gricius, who left this world peacefully on June 8, 2025; surrounded by those who loved her most. She was 71 years old.Linda was the heart of our family and the life of every party. She had a laugh that could fill a room, a spirit...

May 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Richard “Rick” Michael Dorsett

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Richard “Rick” Michael Dorsett—a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend—who left this world far too soon.

Rick was a kind and generous soul who touched the lives of many. His presence brought warmth, laughter, and a sense of security...

May 30, 2025

Duane Lancaster, 82, head of a lively Wilton Manors, Florida family, and a former newspaper sportswriter who shared his love of sports with family and neighbors alike, passed away on May 30, 2025.

Duane Lancaster held a myriad of jobs from sportswriter to college sports information director to city maintenance worker. He will be more remembered for his zest for life,...

Apr 6, 2025

Jean C. Ferguson 78, of Fort Lauderdale passed away on Sunday April 6 2025. A resident for over 54 years formerly from Bronx, New York. Jean worked at the City of Ft. Lauderdale in the City Manager’s Office and was the Budget coordinator for the Police Department for 31 years. After retirement her hobby was buying and selling Antique and...

Mar 22, 2025

Delfin "Al” Alvarez, USN-Retired, 90, passed away March 22. 2025. Born in the Bronx, NY, the only child of immigrant parents, Delfin and Margarita Alvarez, he joined the Navy after high school, and stayed 21 years in active duty, plus an additional 9 years in Fleet Reserve. Attaining the rank of CPO (BTC), he proudly served on several ships, and...

Mar 5, 2025

Irene Bernadett Kovalcin, age 96, passed away the morning of March 5, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She is survived by her son, Lawrence (Cindy) Kovalcin; her beloved grandchildren, Jason (Caroline), Andrew, and Lawrence (Brenna), who fondly called her “Baba”; and great-grandson, Theodore. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins who held her dear.

Irene was born on...

Feb 14, 2025

Mildred Frances Phelps was born on September 18, 1929 to Eugene & Hazel Juerling in Richmond, Indiana. At the age of 15, she was in the Civil Air Patrol (WW2) and took her first plane ride. She decided she wanted to be a stewardess, but found out you could be no taller than 5’5” and she was 5’10”! After graduating...

Feb 11, 2025

Marlene “Alana” Galluzzo went to join our Lord on Feb 11, 2025. She was the loving mother to Maura Hopkins, Dr. George Galluzzzo, Jr, Ann Mack and Tara Ward (David), daughter in law Missy, her grandchildren who lovingly called her “Lonnie” - Andrew, Carly, Casey, Connor, Connie, Addison and Zach and numerous nieces and nephews whom she adored! Alana was...

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Nov 17, 2024

Jay Thomas Lester of Davie, Florida died unexpectedly November 17, 2024. Growing up in a military family, Jay was born at Tachikawa Air Force base, Japan and traveled overseas as a young child. As an adult, Jay enjoyed a twenty plus year career as a fire fighter/EMT having first worked as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Wilton Manors,...

Nov 6, 2024

Helen C. Mlynek Putman, age 90, of Pompano Beach, Florida passed away on Wednesday November 6, 2024. Helen was born in Toledo, Ohio April 27, 1934. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Agnes(Lukes) Mlynek of the Czech Republic. Helen started working as a switchboard operator with Ohio Bell after graduating from Waite High school in Toledo, Ohio....

Nov 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary-Ellen Batcho on Nov 3, 2024 at the age of 77. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Mary-Ellen was known for her warmth, kindness, and devotion to her family and community.

Born on November 4, 1946 in New York, Mary-Ellen spent her life caring for others and brightening every room she entered....

Sep 4, 2024

John O’Connor 78 of Oakland Park, Fl passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024 in Oakland Park. A Native of Philadelphia, John was a resident of Ft. Lauderdale since the late 1960’s. He and his Wife Julie owned and operated the Cookie Shop in Lauderdale by the Sea for close to 60 years, He was a member of Christ Church...

Aug 30, 2024

Myles Joseph (Joe) Connolly of Oakland Park, FL passed away peacefully at home on August 30, 2024. Joe was born in Fort Lauderdale on March 21, 1957. Joe is predeceased by his parents Vera and William Connolly and his brother William “Billy” Connolly. He is survived by his sister, Susan Connolly (Joe Lukas) and his brothers, Jay (Carol) and Larry,...

Aug 20, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Doris Marie Weaver, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of everyone she met. Known affectionately as "Marie" by family and friends, and lovingly called "Mama" by those closest to her, she embodied strength, resilience, and a boundless capacity for love.Marie was born in Martinsville, Indiana, as one...

Aug 17, 2024

Alejandro E. Solano 94 of North Miami Beach died with his family by his side on Saturday August 17, 2024. Formerly from Guayaquil, Ecuador Alejandro moved to the United States in 1990 bringing with him his trade of being a Jewelry maker, he was known as the Maestro of Jewelry. He is survived by his wife Maria, Sons: Miguel (Betty)...