Obituaries
Linford Francis Gilliland
Feb 27, 1943 - Oct 10, 2025
Linford Francis Gilliland passed away at the age of 82 on October 10th, 2025. Linford had a big heart, was known to lend a helping hand whenever, and had many lifelong friendships.He was born on February 27, 1943, to Max and Polly Gilliland in Pendleton, OR and the youngest of 3 children (Kenneth, Connie, and…
John Donald Heckert Jr
Apr 12, 1945 - Oct 10, 2025
John Donald Heckert Jr was born April 12, 1945 in Clearwater FL to John(Don) and Ann(Jane) Heckert. He grew up in Moorhead MN and graduated from UND where he earned his degree in business with a minor in education. John worked as a sales rep in several different fields and had great success. He even…
Anthony Tangorra
Jun 10, 1936 - Oct 6, 2025
Anthony Tangorra, 89 of Mesa, AZ passed away peacefully on October 6th, 2025. Anthony was born and raised in Chicago, IL on June 10th, 1936 to Josephine and Louis Tangorra. He spent a couple of years at Austin High School and decided it wasn't for him. He met his bride to be, Marlene Gentili in 1957…
Sandra Marcia Alpert
Aug 15, 1935 - Oct 3, 2025
Sandra Marcia Alpert (née Boritz), a 1958 graduate of Mt. Sinai Nursing School and faithful alumni, passed away on October 3, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.Born August 15, 1935, Sandy’s determination to extend her education took her from Mt. Sinai on to earn her BS at Mercy College, her BS in Nursing at Dominican…
Renee Geneva Arnold
May 20, 1932 - Oct 3, 2025
Renee Geneva Arnold, born on May 20, 1932, in Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 3, 2025, in Temecula, California, surrounded by love. The eldest child of James and Ida Tucker, Renee’s curious spirit and joyful heart shone brightly from an early age. After moving to Los Angeles in 1948, she…
Anna Marie Clark
Jul 13, 1937 - Oct 3, 2025
Anna Marie Clark (Peterson) born July 13, 1937, to William Peterson and Marcella Blackwell, she lost her parents when she was very young, and was raised by her grandparents Sarah (Peterson)Turner and husband Albert. Along with brothers William Robert Peterson Jr., Leroy, Robroy, and sisters Alease Sutton, Lorene Williams.Better known as Marie, she was married…
Marlene L Koester (Peterson)
Nov 11, 1935 - Oct 3, 2025
Marlene L. Koester (Peterson), age 89, of Alvin, Texas, formerly of New Windsor, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, October 3, 2025. Per her wishes cremation rites will be accorded, private inurnment will be at Petrie Cemetery, New Windsor Illinois.Marlene was born on November 11, 1935, to John and Grace (Anderson) Peterson.…
Herbert Eugene Harley
Dec 9, 1938 - Oct 1, 2025
Herbert Eugene Harley, lovingly known to all as “Bub,” passed away peacefully on October 1st 2025, at the age of 86 in Lutz Florida. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Bub will be remembered most for his humor, warmth, and deep love for those around him.A native of Tampa, Florida, Bub graduated from H.B.…
Marcella Meharg
Jun 28, 1930 - Sep 28, 2025
Our beloved mother, Marcella passed away at home on Sunday September 28th in Hollywoodland. The second-generation Angelino began life as Rosalie Gwynne Blandino on June 28, 1930. After her mother consulted an astrologer, her birth name was changed to Marcella after the sage stated she would have “bad luck” with the name Rosalie. Throughout her…
Wanda Gail Wroten
Jan 4, 1956 - Sep 27, 2025
Wanda Gail (Gardner) Wroten of Pensacola, Florida, passed away peacefully in her home on September 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.Born January 4,1956 in Pensacola, Florida. Gail lived a life rooted in love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was known for her warm heart, gentle spirit, and the joy she brought to…