All Obituaries

Paul Richardson, 23, passed in his sleep on Saturday, September 14, 2019. A memorial service is being held on Saturday, September 21 at the Highland Funeral Home and Memory Garden in Apopka, Florida. Paul spent most of his time in the outdoors; kayaking, diving, and fishing with his family and friends. He loved good food and good music, and could play a mean round of Apex Legends. He is remembered by all as a vibrant and loving prankster. He is survived by his parents, Jeffrey and Dixie...

Minerva Lopez, 44 of Maitland, FL passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019. A public visitation will be held 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL. Funeral services are arranged for 12:00 Noon on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Highland Funeral Home, immediately followed by interment in Highland Memory Gardens, Apopka, FL. Please share memories or leave messages of comfort on the tribute wall for the family.

Philip Thomas Ganzfried On Thursday, September 5, 2019, Philip Thomas Ganzfried, loving husband of Jennifer Marie Ganzfried, and father of Joshua Thomas (almost 5) and Isabella Grace (almost 3), suddenly and unexpectedly went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at age 32. Philip was born on June 18, 1987 in Fresno, CA to Maria and Tom Ganzfried. In 1989 they moved to Santa Maria, CA where Philip’s three sisters, Emily, Melissa and Hannah were born. In Santa Maria, Philip lived...

On Saturday, August 31, 2019, John C. Latham, loving husband of Donna Lee Latham and father of Michael Blake Latham his wife Carissa Latham and Nicole Latham-Bechhold, her husband Ronnie Bechhold, Papa to Andrew Blake and Samantha Latham, passed away at age 84. John was born on July 1, 1935, in Chocowinity, NC to Dempsey Blake and Nancy Latham. After High School, he joined the National Guard later enlisting in the Air Force and serving for four years. After his service in the military, he...

Edward Hirschberg Thank you for taking time to support us during this very challenging time. Ed leaving this world during a hurricane is fitting since he created a whirlwind during his long, impactful, and dynamic life. Edward Bernard Hirschberg was born on November 30, 1932 in New York City to his parents Paul & Minnie Hirschberg, both immigrants. Ed had an older sister, Sophie Greenglass, who he adored. Ed grew up in Secaucus, NJ, a suburb of NYC, where his parents owned a small...

Helen Anderson of Eustis, Florida passed away on Aug 29, 2019. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Surrounded by his parents and immediate family, our beloved son, brother and father of three, Anthony Rodriguez, peacefully passed away at the age of 40 the morning of August 22, 2019. Anthony was born on November 24, 1978 in Bridgeport, CT and became a Florida resident the summer of 1987 at the age of 8. He graduated from Edgewater High School and then became a butcher for Star Meat Market in Orlando, FL for many years until recently when he began working as a butcher for Best Meats in...

*** IMPORTANT SERVICE DATE CHANGE - Due to the threat of Hurricane Dorian, the services for Mr. Peebles have been re-scheduled for Saturday, September 7, 2019 ***   PEEBLES, HARRY T., 94, of Palm Coast, FL, peacefully went to rest in the arms of our Lord on Wednesday, August 21, 2019.   Born on February 18, 1925, in Columbia, SC, he was predeceased by his wife Margaret Peebles, father Albert Peebles, mother Eula Peebles and sister Jewell Peebles. He is survived by his brother...

Dwaine Lee Willett, 93, of Bluffton, South Carolina, died on August 19, 2019, at Memorial University Medical Center. Born to Alfred Willett and Loida Elaine Etherton on July 7, 1926, and raised in Superior, Nebraska, Mr. Willett resided in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Indiana before settling in the Lowcountry eleven years ago. From 1945 through 1948, Mr. Willett served in the Air Force. Upon discharge, he received the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon, the Victory Medal and Good Conduct...

Maria Vieitez of Casselberry, FL passed August 17th, 2019 at the age of 101. Visitation with viewing will be held at Highland Funeral Home-3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka, FL on Thursday, August 22, 2019, at 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Funeral service will be held the same day at 12:00 PM immediately followed by interment in Highland Memory Gardens. We invite all to leave kind thoughts, memories and condolences on the Tribute Wall.