All Obituaries

His family, our Almighty God, and his country were William D Gagnon’s greatest loves. He loved movies and cooking. William, age 29, of Longwood, FL passed away Thursday, August 8, 2019. William was sincerely loved by all for his sense of humor and kindness to everyone. William was born November 17th, 1989 in Danbury Connecticut. William leaves behind his parents, Douglas and Christine Gagnon, his siblings, Renee Springer (Gregory), Elizabeth Hudak (Brad), and Douglas Gagnon, Jr (Carys) and...

Paul L. Adams aka Polly Ibatuan, Jr. June 2, 1930 - August 5, 2019   Originally from Wapato, Washington, Paul joined the Air Force after graduating from high school, was accepted to the Officer Training program, and went on to be a jet pilot defending our nation during the Cuban Missile Crisis, Korean War and Vietnam War. Retiring after 24 years, Paul worked with Health and Rehabilitative Services, and then went on to pursue his favorite recreation, golf. Mr. Adams is survived by his...

Elia Valdés Quintero nació el 14 de Junio de 1933 en Matanzas, Cuba. Sus padres, Julio Valdés y Leonila Quintero, y hermana mayor Rita, vivian en Jaguey Grande hasta que decidieron mudarse para La Habana pues Elia fue una niña algo enfermiza. Ella y su hermana conocen el Evangelio gracias a la consagración de su madre y abuela, y se bautizan en la Iglesia Adventista a muy temprana edad. Elia decide estudiar para maestra en la Universidad de La Habana, pero en el último año de la...

Mollie Adkins, 85, beloved Mother, was called to his eternal resting place on August 3, 2019. She entered this world on September 30, 1933 in Atlantic City, NJ, born to Leroy and Naomi Ewan. She is survived by her daughter Sara Adkins. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2019, 11am at Highland Memory Gardens, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka FL. 32703.

Mr. Ernest M. Thompson, age 85, of Longwood, FL, formerly of Savannah, GA., passed away Friday, July 26, 2019 in Altamonte Springs, FL.  Mr. Thompson was born April 19, 1934 in Bloomington, Indiana, honorably served in the U.S. Army, and was an Insurance Actuary before retirement. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, August 17, 2019 11AM at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 3 West Ridge Road, Savannah, GA  31411.  Arrangements entrusted to Highland Memory...

Myra Thompson passed away Monday, July 22, 2019. She was born in Mandeville, Jamaica to the late Ralph and Merdina Thompson. She spent 30 years in the nursing profession before retiring to Apopka in 2005. She is survived by her only child Christopher Smart, granddaughter Shayla, grandson Shawn and siblings Maxwell, Dudley, Medley, Karlene, Juliet, Jeffeth, Lillian and Antima. Funeral services will be Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 11am at Holy Spirit Church, 601 South Highland Avenue, Apopka,...

William J. McCracken, 82, of Longwood, FL, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019, in the arms of his beloved wife of 53 years. Bill was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 5th, 1937, to the late Christopher and Helen McCracken. As a young man and true hero, Bill’s career began when he chose to serve his country in the 101st airborne division of the army. Bill then became a port authority police officer in the Tri-state area of New York City, until being appointed to FDNY in...

Leonard A. Seidelman, 91, of Leesburg, passed away Friday, July 19, 2019. He was the son of the late Leonard and Paula Seidelman and proudly served his country as a member of the US Army. After the Army, Leonard worked for the US Postal Service where he and his wife, Jane, had adjoining routes. In addition to his beloved wife Jane Edlin Seidelman, he is survived by his two sons, Leonard A. “Guy” Seidelman, Jr. (Sharon) and Eric Seidelman (Gayle); his grandchildren, Marla Bishop...

Mrs. Ruth Allison Riley, 93, Land O' Lakes, passed on Sunday, July 14. She had worked as a kindergarten teacher/educator. Born in Buffalo, New York, in 1926 and grew up in Hamburg, NY. She was married for 50 years to Harry Robert Riley, from 1947 to 1998, when he passed away. They moved to Central Florida in 1953 and for years were actively involved at Hiawassa Bible Chapel. They had 2 children, a son, Joel Steven and daughter, Kristine Lynn. More recently, she was retired and was a...

Mrs. Digna Adela Montes de Oca, age 81, of Altamonte Springs, FL, died July 10, 2019. She was born August 9, 1937 in Holguin, Cuba.  Private services will be held at Highland Memory Gardens, Apopka, FL. Arrangements entrusted to Highland Memory Gardens and Funeral Home, 3329 E. Semoran Blvd. Apopka, FL 32703 407-869-1188 www.highlandfh.com