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The Everglades Lost a Legend, but We Lost Our Everything. With broken hearts and a sadness words could never express, our family shares the passing of our beloved Captain Doug House. …

There were only two of us, and Marya was five years my senior. It wasn’t until she moved to England in the 60s that I missed her. After a few years working for Cambridge University Press, she …

John Gerald Adams passed over the river on March 31, 2025; his pain and suffering will be no more. Johnny was born in Miami, Florida on April 18, 1944. His parents were Mary Lois Franklin and Gerald …

John Gerald Adams passed over the river on March 31, 2025; his pain and suffering will be no more. Johnny was born in Miami, Florida on April 18, 1944. His parents were Mary Lois Franklin and Gerald …

After four and a half years of courage with Lewy body dementia (LBD), Angela Marie Palmer passed away on February 15, 2026. Angela was born on September 7, 1947, to Stephen Wojdak and …

Dr. Bob Wallace, our beloved pastor of the Everglades Community Church for nearly 20 years, passed away on January 28 at the age of 93. Pastor Bob was such an integral part of Everglades City. He …

The family of Lieutenant Colonel Leonard is deeply saddened to announce his passing on February 5, 2026. Born on October 11, 1932, Tom lived a full and remarkable life. He touched the hearts of …

Patricia Rose Miller (Snare), 94, of Ambler, PA, passed away in Naples, FL on February 16, 2026, while spending the winter in Marco Island – a place she cherished for 55 years.   Born in …

Mitchell Warnike didn’t just live his 83 years; he worked them. Born in Detroit on August 7, 1942, to Max and Lucille Warnike, Mitch passed away on February 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of …

Dr. Ralph F. Madonna, age 87, of Marco Island, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026. He was born on February 24, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, where he spent his early years before …

Nicholas Anthony Macchiarolo, Sr., born on July 14, 1939 passed away on February 27, 2026. A tenacious, generous, and fiercely devoted family man, he remained unapologetically himself until the …

Romana Brodak, born on April 19, 1949, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026. She lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, and a genuine love for people.  Romana dedicated many years …

 William "Bill" Shurina, 79, passed away peacefully at his home on Marco Island, Florida, on Thursday, March 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born on January 6, 1947, and grew up …

Mary Patricia Zemel passed away in her home on Marco Island, Florida, on January 28, 2026. Mary Kane Zemel was born in Boscobel, Wisconsin, on Saint Patrick’s Day, 1935. Her mother died …

Brace Kae Case, 88, of Marco Island, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at 12:10 PM at the Avow Hospice Hospital in Naples, Florida, surrounded by family.  Brace was born on …

Mitchell Warnike didn’t just live his 83 years; he worked them. Born in Detroit on August 7, 1942, to Max and Lucille Warnike, Mitch passed away on February 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of …

A man known for his love for others and strived to build community and connections with everyone he met. Larkin Holmes Barnett, III, 83 of Marco Island, Florida, died peacefully, surrounded by loved …

Scott Bryson Hill, age 76, passed away February 26, 2026, in Naples, Florida, from the effects of a stroke following heart surgery. Survived by his siblings and their spouses, …

Vicki Hook, a dedicated public servant and pillar of the communities she served, died peacefully at her home on Marco Island, Florida, on March 10, 2026. Renowned for her tireless work ethic and …

Arita Parker, 91, of Copeland, Florida, passed peacefully in the presence of family members on September 4, 2025, at Avow Hospice in Naples, Florida.  Born August 13, 1934, in her family home in …

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