Jul 26, 2026

Funeral visitation will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Farley Funeral Homes in Venice for Gary Alan Shaffer, age 76, who passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. in Venice Gardens Cemetery.

Gary was born on December 11, 1950, in Mansfield, Ohio, and was a longtime resident of...

Jul 27, 2026

Jane Lang, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, integrity, and kindness.

Born in Albany, New York, to Ray and Ann MacDonald, Jane was one of three children. Her happiest childhood memories were made at Ashmere Lake, where summers were filled with family, friends, waterskiing, fishing,...

Jul 2, 2026

Thomas Alan Duncan of Poinciana, Florida passed away on July 2, 2026, he was 69 years old. He was born on January 15, 1957, and moved to Florida from Mobile, AL in 1981.

Thomas was a member of Shepherd’s Chapel Church and was a Machinist and Land Surveyor by trade. In his retirement he was able to spend time enjoying his...

Jul 18, 2026

Jeffery "Austin" Knott, 26, of Madison passed away tragically on July 18, 2026. Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, he was the son of Jeffery "Spanky" Knott and Patricia Matlock.

He was loved by many and had a big heart. He loved working outdoors and could fix just about anything. He loved riding his motorcycle every chance he could. He had a...

Jul 22, 2026

Bobby Ray Coltrane, 76, of Greensboro passed away on July 22, 2026 at his home. Born in Guilford County, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Frank and Neoma (Brady) Coltrane.

Bobby is survived by his brothers, Leon Coltrane and Joe Coltrane; his sister, Thelma Coltrane; and his loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Jul 20, 2026

Mandy Leigh Reeves, 28, of Winston-Salem passed away on July 20, 2026. Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Harry and Kim (McBride) Reeves.

Mandy brought so much love and light into the lives of everyone around her. She was a true warrior, always facing life's challenges with courage and grace. Her laughter, compassion, and unwavering faith touched...

Jul 11, 2026

Patrick Johnson was 60 years old when he died suddenly of a heart attack. Those who loved him will always remember him – as a happy, caring presence in our lives. Patrick was born in Saginaw, Michigan, in 1966 to William (Bill) Johnson and Ruth M. Johnson.

He loved music and played his guitar, he followed and supported local bands from...

DeNert, John (Jack) Lee, age 89, passed away peacefully July 20, 2026, at home with his beloved wife and best friend by his side.  Jack was born in Shabbona, IL.  In his early career Jack worked for SealMaster Ball Bearings where he enjoyed playing fast pitch softball for the company team.  Later Jack's career would lead him to Flexsteel Furniture...

Jul 18, 2026

Linda Louise (Kline) Lotz, of North Port, Florida, formerly of Findlay, Ohio, died on July 18, 2026 after living with dementia. She was born March 31, 1949, in Meadville, Pennsylvania.

Linda married Robert “Bob” Lotz on June 21, 1969, beginning a partnership that lasted more than 56 years. He survives her. She is also survived by her sister, Lori Engles of...

Jul 14, 2026

Gary L. Wills, 68, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, due to cardiac arrest. At the time of his death, he lived in Venice, Florida with his wife of 18 years, Uli Wills and their Westie, Scarlett.

He is survived by his children, Jenna Schurch (and her husband Scott Schurch), Jared Wills (and his wife Katie Wills),...