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Efrain Colon Barrientos
Oct 6, 2024
Efrain Colon Barrientos most affectionately known as "Frank" passed away on October 6, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida at the age of 73. He was born on May 21, 1951 in Dorado, Puerto Rico to his parents, Eusebio Colon and Iris Delia Barrientos.
Later, Efrain met and married the love of his life, Iris Colon. Efrain was hard-working and dedicated. He served...
Bruce Jerome Barrow Jr.
Sep 23, 2024
Bruce Jerome Barrow Jr. most affectionately known as "Jerry" passed away on September 23, 2024 in Trinity, Florida at the age of 73. He was born on November 6, 1950 in Brandon, Florida to his parents, Bruce Jerome Barrow Sr. and Bobbie Lee Drawdy.
He went on to graduate\ high school and started a career with Local 915 Electricians Union, where...
Francois Laguerre
Sep 15, 2024
Francois Leonel Laguerre passed away on September 15, 2024 in Ft. Myers, Florida. He was born in Cayes, Haiti on November 11, 1936 to his parents, Dilievre Laguerre and Theralise Dareuce.
He was self employed working as a Ship Captain for Ameritrade for 68 years. His most enjoyable past times were sailing and playing board games & cards. He was a...
Marie M Darbouze
Sep 4, 2024
Marie Martina Darbouze passed away on September 4, 2024 in Orlando, Florida at the age of 80. She was born on June 6, 1944 in Saint Jean Du Sud, Haiti to her parents, Lofrone Jean Baptiste and Elabonite Jeune.
She worked in Hospitatlity as a Housekeeper for many years before retiring. Upon retirement, she enjoyed spending time watching soap operas and...
Jamel Campbell
Aug 25, 2024
Jamel Richard Cassius Campbell passed away on August 25, 2024 at the age of 19 years old. Jamel was born on August 31, 2004 in Queens, New York to his parents, Richard Cassius Campbell and Gillian JoAnne Lewis.
Jamel was well loved by everyone who knew him and he is missed dearly.
He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Cassius...
Edith Hilerme
Aug 15, 2024
Mrs. Edith Hilerme most affectionately known as "Soso" passed away on August 15, 2024 in Kissimmee, Florida at the age of 74. She was born on December 16, 1949 in Petionville, Haiti to her parents, St. Jean Desruisseaux and Tulia Loussaint.
Later, she pursued a career in nursing and served the community as a Hospice Nurse. She met and married the...
Abel Juarbe Arocho
Aug 27, 2024
Abel Juarbe Arocho, affectionately known as Abby, passed away on August 27, 2024 in Lakeland, FL. He was 36 years old. Born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico to his parents Edwin Juarbe Valle and Sandra Arocho, Abby was a member of the Slow Riders Club and he enjoyed riding ATV's with his family and friends. Abby was an employee of Ball...
Antonio Petit Frere
Aug 9, 2024
Antonio Petit Frere, most affectionately known as “Bean” departed this world on August 9, 2024 at the age of 82. He was born on March 3, 1942 to his parents, Sera Petit Frere & Elia Desimis.
His spirit touched countless hearts, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know him. Antonio Petit Frere worked as a Landscaper...
Manuel Perez Hernandez
Jul 22, 2024
Manuel Perez Hernandez passed away on July 22, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida at the age of 63. He was born on June 17, 1961 in Tepehuacan, Hidalgo, Mexico to his parents, Teofilo Perez Martinez and Marcela Hernandez.
Manuel was a kind and loving person. He is truly missed by family and friends who are left to cherish his memories.
The Celebration of...
Natacha D. Paul
Aug 2, 2024
NATACHA DORCEAN, the daughter of Mrs. Celis BLANC and Mr. Joseph Redier DORCEAN, was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on March 15, 1974. Natacha left Haiti in 1990 and migrated to the United States.
Once arrived in Brooklyn, N.Y, she enrolled in Tilden High school where she graduated high school. Nine (9) years later, on July 3rd, 1999, Natacha met the love...
Ismael Salas Soto
Aug 5, 2024
Ismael Salas Soto most affectionately known as “Ruso” passed away on August 5, 2024 in Haines City, Florida at the age of 62. He was born on October 28, 1961 in Bronx, New York to his parents, Ismael Salas and Gladys Soto.
Ismael was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He also worked as an electrician after serving his...
Minerva Avellaneda Cardenas
Jul 23, 2024
Minerva Avellaneda Cardenas passed away on July 23, 2024 in Davenport, Florida at the age of 86. She was born on June 26, 1938 in Cutzamala de Pinzón, Guerrero to her parents, Juan Avellaneda and Martina Najera.
She was a homemaker that took pride in caring for her family. She was loved by everyone who knew her and she is truly...
Eloisa Ramos Pagan
Jul 19, 2024
Eloisa Ramos Pagan most affectionately known as “Isa” passed away on July 19, 2024 in Lake Wales, Florida at the age of 63. She was born on September 23, 1960 to her mother, Luz Maria Pagan in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico.
After completing high school she worked as a Server, Supervisor and Manager in the Restaurant Industry. Isa enjoyed playing Briscas, Dominoes,...
Raphel Sylvester McDonald
Jul 4, 2024
Raphel Sylvester McDonald, affectionately known as "Elder Mac," was born on August 12, 1942, to Wellington Van Dervis and Ellorane McDonald in Senior District, Hanover, Jamaica,WI. He was the oldest of his nine siblings: Byron (Nelson) – deceased, Stephen (Guy), Henry (Joe) – deceased, Janet (Sister/Sista'), Calvin (Tony), Winsome (Winnie) – deceased, Derwent (Digby), and Wellington (Willby). He received the...
Joan Marie Gore
Jul 10, 2024
Joan Marie Gore, also known as "Angie" was born on July 19, 1956 in Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. As a young adult she relocated to Brooklyn, New York with dreams of becoming a Nurse. She went on to attend Brookyn College and Long Island University where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science. Joan enjoyed and lived...
Dr. Bageshwari P. Sinha
Jul 6, 2024
Dr. Bageshwari Prasad Sinha, aged 85, passed away on July 6, 2024, in Poinciana, Florida. Born on July 1,
1939, in Patna, India, he led a life marked by dedication to his profession, his family, and his community.
Bageshwari married Achla Sinha on June 1, 1963 and soon after immigrated to the United States where
he spent the bulk of his years in...
Julienne Francois
Jun 28, 2024
Julienne Francois passed away on June 28th in Auburndale, Fl. She was 74. Born in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, to the parents of Augusma Francois and Ticile Chery, Julienne was married to Jean Felix Francois. Mrs.Francois also had a daughter named Margareth Georges.
A visitation will be held for Julienne on Saturday, July 6th at 9 a.m. A Celebration of Life will be...
Nelson M. Fernandez
Jul 2, 2024
Nelson M. Fernandez Sr. passed away on July 2nd, 2024 in Haines City, Fl. He was 78. Born in Baitoa, Dominican Republic, to his parents Jose Fernandez and Fresolina Nunez, Nelson enjoyed fishing and gardening. He was marrried for 54 years to his wife Santa Fernandez. Nelson will be missed by all who knew him. Nelson was preceded in death...
Lukelle Dorsaint
May 4, 2024
Lukelle Dorsaint, affectionately known as Jolite and/or Luka, passed away on May 4th, 2024 in Haines City, Fl. He was 76 years old. Born in Ile-Avache, Haiti on November 18,1947 to the parents of Dorvilmond Dorcin and Cleana Gachette, Luka spent his childhood in Haiti before coming to Miami, Fl. Upon arriving to Miami, Fl., Luka worked at Fischer Island...
Candy M Rodriguez
May 1, 2024
Candy M. Rodriguez was born on September 2nd, 1994 in Orlando, Fl. to the parents of Felix Rodriguez and Brenda Olmeda. She passed away on May 1st, 2024. Candy was 29 years of age. She leaves her Mom; Brenda Olmeda to cherish her memories, her Dad; Felix Rodriguez, her siblings; Javier Alvarez, Angel Claudio, Alain J. Perez, Ashley N. Rodriguez,...
