All Obituaries

Russell Samuel Dawson - age 88, of Orlando, FL passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Russ was a long-time resident of Orlando, moving here from New Castle, PA where he was born to Martha Bender Dawson and Samuel Dawson on March 24, 1932. Russ leaves behind his beloved wife of 63 years Shirley along with many loved ones and friends that he cherished. Service will be at 12pm on Friday, May 22, followed by an entombment at Highland Memory Gardens, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL...

MARY JOYCE JOHNSON - age 77 of Apopka, FL.; passed away May 18, 2020. Graveside Services will be held on Friday, May 22nd, 10am at Highland Memory Gardens, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. 32703.

It is with heavy hearts that we must say goodbye to our beloved Maria A. Herrera. She unexpectedly passed away Saturday morning May 16th, 2020, in the comfort of her home. Maria was a loving wife, Mother, Grandmother, & Mother-in-law. A joyful woman with a constant smile and contagious laugh. She always lit up a room with her positivity and hilarious jokes. She always looked on the bright side and her motivation to succeed, was an inspiration to many. Her faith in the Lord was...

Briggs, Elaine E. - age 88 of Apopka FL.; passed away May 10, 2020 in Orlando, FL. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 14th, 12pm at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. 32703; where Funeral Services will be held beginning at 12:30pm. Mrs. Briggs will be laid to rest following in Highland Memory Gardens. Due to the Covid 19 restrictions, services will have a maximum of 40 guest in the funeral home with practicing Social Distancing. Services have been...

Guillerma Rivera - age 90 of Orlando, FL.; passed away May 10, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 13th from 10am - 12pm at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. Funeral Services will be held immediately following beginning at 12pm with Burial Services to follow. Due to the Covid 19 restrictions, services will have a maximum of 40 guest in the funeral home with practicing Social Distancing. Services will...

Vera Alice Youngs, 92, passed away May 2, 2020. She entered this world on January 7, 1928 in Apex, NC, born to Claude & Vera Beckwith. AKA Peggie Youngs, she was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, sister and friend. Her heart was as big as all outdoors, and if you were lucky enough to know her, you will never forget the love she showed. . She loved life, even though she suffered through the loss of her beloved husband and two sons. You will be missed beyond words!...

Nancy Watts Griffin 95 died peacefully in her sleep Thursday morning April 30, 2020 and is now walking with God. She was born in Montgomery, Ala. and was lovingly married to Tom Griffin, Jr. for 70 years, and worked beside him as a commercial artist and at their photography studio in Winter Park. She will also be missed by her children Laura, Tom, David, and Julia, and many grand-children and great-grandchildren. Nancy was an active member of St. Richards Episcopal Church for 60 years. There...

MORGAN, BERYL B. - age 84 of Apopka, FL.; passed away April 22, 2020. Funeral services entrusted to Highland Funeral Home, Apopka FL.   For a recording of Mrs. Morgan's services, please visit (https://www.geminigraphicsstreaming.com/Highland/BMorgan.MOV)                

Our sweet Wesley David Peacock was born February 22nd, 2018 to David and Jennifer Peacock in Altamonte Springs, Florida, and passed away on Easter Sunday, April 12th, 2020. In just a few short years he captured the hearts of his family and filled those around him with Joy. Wesley loved his family and his infectious laugh would uplift everyone around him. Wesley loved to sing! His favorite songs included Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, I am a Child of God, We will rock you, and other Lake...

Miriam Watson left this world peacefully on April 12, 2020- Easter Sunday at the age of 77. Miriam Watson is survived by her seven children Samantha Palmer, William Watson Jr. {Ginnie Watson}, Kimberly Ducharme, {Mike Ducharme}, Christopher Watson {Teresa Watson} Stacey Sharpnack {Richard Sharpnack, Jr}, Jessica Harwell, and Jason Watson {Eunice Watson}. She had 17 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Geri Fisher {Mark Fisher}, Ray Cole {Nancy Cole} as...