Obituaries

Thomas Rathmann

Jun 11, 2020

Thomas J. Rathmann Sr. - age 72, beloved Father and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on June 11, 2020. He entered this world on January 15, 1948 in Buffalo, NY, born to Richard and Marie Rathmann. He is survived by his children, Tom and Jim Rathmann, and his 6 grandchildren, Trevor, Ethan, Tyson, Cannon, Miles and Hayes....

Shirley Janson

Jun 11, 2020

SHIRLEY A. JANSON - age 89 of Winter Park, FL.; has gone to her eternal home on June 11, 2020. She was born July 18, 1930 in Schenectady, NY. Mrs Janson is preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Leonard Janson. She is survived by her four children Karen Janson Jacobs, Theodore "Ted" Leonard (April) Janson Jr., Randall Lee...

Alphena Boucher

Jun 11, 2020

Alphena M. Boucher - age 93 of Tavares, FL.; passed away June 11, 2020. Services to be held on Tuesday, June 16th.

You can view a recording of Mrs. Boucher's Funeral Services by clicking on the following link (https://www.geminigraphicsstreaming.com/Highland/ABoucher).MOV)

Fernando Estevez

Jun 8, 2020

Fernando De Jesus Estevez was born on Wednesday, October 4, 1950 in La Cuesta Abajo, San Jose de Las Matas, Dominican Republic to Ana Mercedes Peralta and Fernando Emilio Estevez. Surrounded by family, at 69 years of age, he passed away peacefully as he met with our Lord Jesus, on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 6:20am, after a long...

Luis Arroyo

Jun 3, 2020

Luis Arroyo, 50, was a beloved husband, father, brother who was called to his eternal resting place on June 3, 2020. He entered this world on November 15, 1969, in Miami, FL, born to Luis and Maria Arroyo. He is survived by his wife Aida Arroyo, their 3 children Eddy, Christina, and Cassandra and a family the size of a...

Carl Ballard

May 23, 2020

CARL CECIL BALLARD Ballard, Carl Cecil, age 92 of Orlando passed away on May 23, 2020. Born April 7, 1928 to Fred and Edna Ballard. He was raised in Geneva, Florida, and loved living on Lake Harney which gave him fond memories of his childhood. He attended the Geneva School (grades 1-6), before moving to Orlando to stay with his...

Helen Toll-Rathel

May 21, 2020

Helen Louise Toll, 80, passed away on May 21, 2020 at her home in Vero Beach, FL. She was born in Louisville, Ky. on October 26, 1939 to Robert Charles and Effie J. Marcum. She was the eldest of four siblings, Ruth, David and Charles. All had moved to the Apopka area. Helen married Eugene Toll and had three...

Russell Dawson

May 20, 2020

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...

Mary Johnson

May 18, 2020

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.

Maria Herrera

May 16, 2020

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...

Guillermina Rivera

May 10, 2020

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....

Elaine Briggs

May 10, 2020

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....

Vera Youngs

May 2, 2020

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...

Nancy Griffin

Apr 30, 2020

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...

Beryl Morgan

Apr 22, 2020

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)

Wesley Peacock

Apr 12, 2020

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...

Miriam Watson

Apr 12, 2020

Miriam Watson left this world peacefully on April 12, 2020- Easter Sunday at the age of 77.

Miriam Watson is survived by her children 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...

Ralph Mcnealy

Apr 3, 2020

Ralph J. McNealy, 90, of Oakland, Florida was called to his eternal resting place on April 3, 2020. He was the husband of the late Margaret McNealy who proceeded him on October 20, 1993. Ralph was born on October 22, 1929 in Smith Center, Kansas, the son of Ralph and Edna McNealy. Although born in Kansas, Ralph was raised...

Francis Wright

Mar 30, 2020

WRIGHT, FRANCIS A. - age 76 of Orlando, FL.; passed away March 30, 2020. A Celebration of Mr. Wright's Life will be held on Saturday, June20, 2020; 10am at Highland Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. Mr. Wright was a proud veteran of the United States Army.

Padraic Mccracken

Mar 25, 2020

UPDATED August 27, 2020:

A Celebration of Paddy's Life is scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2020, 1:30pm at Annunciation Catholic Church, 1020 Montgomery Rd., Altamonte Springs FL. 32714.

Padraic Conan McCracken at the age of 50 lost his battle to brain cancer, dying peacefully on Wednesday,...