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8B I Sunday, January 4, 2015 Tampa Bay Times kkkk Remembering tampabay.comobits to search our obituaries database 1 BLIZZARD, Franklin E. "Gene" 81, of Wauchula and formerly of St. Petersburg, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014 in Wauchula. He was a former member of First Baptist Church of Pinellas Park.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Jean Blizzard; 3 stepdaughters, Cathy (Doug) Smith, Eleanor (Tim) Davis, Connie Bransford; 3 sisters, Carole (Al) Kauffman, Mary Miller, Doris Wheat; 5 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; a niece; and a nephew. Visitation 12 noon to service time at 1 pm Monday, Jan. 5, 2015 at E. Dale Gunter Funeral Home 4100-16th St. N.

Interment: Memorial Park Cemetery. The family requests memorials to Hardee Animal Rescue 1927 U.S. 17 Wauchula, FL 33873. Online guest book at www.gunterfuneralhoine.com E. Dale Gunter Funeral Home View Guest Book at www.

tampabay.comobits KUHNS, Donald E. 79, Largo, died Jan. 1, 2015. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy Jane; son, Donald Jr. (Darla); daughter, Brenda (Bob) Joyce; grandchildren, Heather, Samuel, Emma, Holly, and Andrew; sisters, Margaret, Rose, Patricia, and Mary; brother, Joe.

Predeceased by parents, Paul and Elizabeth; brother, Fritz. He was born and raised in La-trobe, PA where he worked at his father's bakery. He enlisted in the Marines after the Korean War. After his time in the service, while living in Wilkinsburg and then Level-green, PA, he worked for Drake's bread for 20 years as a bread delivery man. He then moved to Largo, FL where he worked for his nephew, Walter, at Commercial Carpet for 10 years.

For the last 21 years, he was an officer and co-founder for Light Source and Video Repair. He instilled the importance of hard work and sacrifice to his children by never missing a day of work. Donald was an avid Steeler fan and was in attendance for the immaculate reception in 1972. He was an avid golfer and Golf Champion at Largo Golf Course. In the last 10 years of his life he was known as the Governor of Yogi Bear Campgrounds.

He was the kindest person and blessed everyone he came in contact with. In the last year of his life he diligently sought out Jesus. Luke 11: 9, 10. NCS View Guest Book at www. tampabay.

comobits McNEAL, Darrell George age 80, passed away on Jj 4 Sunday, Dec. I .7 28, 2014 at the JL A Mease Duned-BSBin Hospital. He leaves his wife of 64 years, Christine Jean (Sheppard) McNeal; daughters, Cheryl Lopes, and husband Edward of Florida, and Paula Fonte-nault, and husband Roger of Maryland; his son, Curtis McNeal, and wife Debra of California; 10 grandchildren, Kristin, Jason, Daryl, Tiffany, Kylee, Sherry, Beth, Anthony, Soloman, and Jeremiah; 18 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He is survived by two brothers, Samuel McNeal of Georgia, Lynn McNeal of Maine; and two sisters, Gloria Tomlinson of Texas and Judith Stedt of Maine. Born and raised in Caribou, ME, the son of Edward and Marion (Hallett) McNeal where he worked on the family farm until he joined the State of Maine inspection service.

Then joining the USDA FFA inspection service, ending his 40 years as a supervisor in the state of California, retiring to Florida in 1989. His passion for reading included the history of WWII and aviation, culminating in the flying of a warbird test plane on his 70th birthday, a lifelong dream. Known for his sense of humor and a great story teller. A viewing was held on Dec. 30, 2014 at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park and Funeral Home in Clearwater, with private burial at the Fountain of Memories Cremorials.

View Guest Book at www. tampabay.comobits PATERSON, Jack R. COESTER, Eleanor M. age 94, died Dec. 26, 2014, preceded in death her husband, Walter.

Survived by her son, Glenn Bornsen, and his wife Paula; one brother, El-roy Mack; four nieces, Janice Bennish, Joyce Mack, Gail Patterson, Sandra Mitchell; one nephew, Neal Counihan. View Guest Book at www. tampabay. comobits GERAPETRITIS, Nikolaos "Harry" 70, of New Port Richey, died Dec. 31, 2014.

Mr. Gerapetritis was born in Karpathos, Greece, emigrated to the US over 30 years ago and came to New Port Richey in 1992. Survivors include his beloved wife of over 50 years, Stella; sons and daughter-in-law, Harry and Mary Gerapetritis and The-mi Gerapetritis; daughters and sons-in-law, Tina and Bob Oleszczuk, Penny Gerapetritis, and Angela and Bob Levine; and six grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 12-1 pm at Dobies Funeral Home, 8825 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens in New Port Richey.

Condolences may be expressed online at: segalfuneralhome.com HEISE, Mrs. Marie 94, of Dade City, passed Dec. 30, 2014. Survived by children, Mary, Lois, Virginia, Jean, and Forrest; 10 grands; many great and great-great-grandchildren. HESS, Warren 94, of Holiday, died Jan.

1, 2015. Survived by stepson, Mark Liebert; brother, Virgil; and sister, Verna Hellman. Morgan Funeral Home KELLEY, Robert M. Jr. SALYER, Eugene D.

of Dunedin, age 67, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, in Flushing, MI. Cremation has taken place. Per his wishes, there will be no services. Gene was born Oct.

3, 1947 in Port Jefferson, NY, the son of Otto Daniel and Magdalene (Andrews) Salyer. He married Michelle A. Riley in Bradenton on July 23, 1996. Mr. Salyer worked as the chief engineer at the Double Tree Hotel.

He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Viet Nam War. Gene is survived by his wife, Michelle Salyer of Dunedin; three sons, Scott and wife Deanna Salyer of Virginia Beach, VA, Richard Salyer and Amy Mann of Riverview, Matthew and wife Denise Hasse of Maryland; grandchildren; brothers, Harold and wife Laurie Salyer and Otto and wife Nancy Salyer, all of New York; sister, Betsy Foltmann of New York; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Salyer; parents; and brothers, Billy and Dennis Salyer. View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits TREBINO, Mary Jane (McLean) passed away due to complications from Picks Disease on Dec.

31, 2014 at her residence in Largo. "MJ" was 68 years old. MJ had a long and successful career in the field of emergency medicine. She earned a Master of Arts degree in nursing from Simmons College and a registered nursing degree from Massasoit Community College. MJ developed the first hospital based paramedic program in the state of Massachusetts at Norwood Hospital and ran that program for years.

She also worked as a flight nurse for Boston Med-flight and as an emergency room nurse at both Norwood Hospital in MA and St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa. MJ is survived by her sons, Chuck (46) and John (44). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Christian (4) and Gabriel (2); and her sister, Barbara (59). Despite all of her professional accomplishments, MJ was most proud of her family and friends.

There was no one more loyal, loving and generous than MJ. There will be a memorial service held at Moss Feaster Funeral Home located at 693 South Belcher Road Clearwater, FL on Sunday, Jan. 11 from 2-4 pm There will also be a memorial service held in Massachusetts, but the location, date and time has yet to be determined. View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits BLANCHARD, Don R. 69, passed away Dec.

28, 2014 at home in the company of family and his wife of 31 years, Pam. Don is survived by his sister, Marilyn Tere-bayza (Don); nephew, Bob Terebayza; nieces, Niki Keller (T.J.), Laura Wilson (Randy Cochran), Pam Lincoln Johnson (Chris), Ally Lincoln Enter (Sean); and sisters and brothers-in-law, Cindy and Gary Wilson, Ellie and Jim Lincoln, and Barbara and Jere Smith. Don moved from Waterloo, IAa to Pinellas County in 1973. He enjoyed a rewarding career as a teacher and administrator for Pinellas County Schools including being an assistant principal at Walsingham Elem. and principal of Cross Bayou and Highland Lakes Elementary.

Since retiring in 2001, Don has enjoyed traveling, golfing, volunteering, football, and fantasy football. Don and Pam have been fortunate to spend summers at their Door County, WI home, sharing time with friends and family. The family wants to thank all of Don's friends, family, and neighbors for their outpouring of love and support. A celebration of Don's life will be held in January. In lieu of flowers, since Don's life was dedicated to Pinellas County students, it is suggested you make a donation to College Fund of Pinellas County, P.O.

Box 673, Clearwater, FL 33757 View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits JONES, Lois B. passed to Heaven Dec. 28, 2014. She was a qrrnnn arlvnrarp Xsi. or jesus tnnst.

say. r- i u. i iurviveu uy nub- band Joe; 3 children; 6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren. Service 2 pm The Oaks of Clearwater Jan. 3, 2015.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Crossroads Church, New Port Richey FL. View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits KILIAN, Susan Ann (Swanberg) 75, of Dune-din, formerly of Seminole, passed away Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014. She was born in Waterbury, CT, and retired as a Floral Designer. Susan was faithfully devoted to Jesus and was a beloved mother and grandmother.

She leaves behind her three daughters, Carolyn (Paul) Halle, Mary Eguia, and Amy Hudock; grandchildren, Summer, Brittany, Reno, Austin, Taylor, and Aubrey; great-granddaughters, Ellah and Kate; two nieces and one nephew. She was predeceased by husband, John Hudock; husband, Walter Kilian; and a sister, Peggy Couch (Swanberg). A public gathering will be held at Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home Saturday, Jan. 10, from pm with a memorial service to follow at 2. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be directed to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at www.cff.

org Additional information including online family guest-book may be accessed at: www.Sylvanabbey.com Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home, Clearwater, FL (727) 796-1992 View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits LEWIS, Elaine M. of Clearwater, formerly from Sauk Rapids, MN, passed away on Dec. 20, 2014. Elaine is survived by her husband of 41 years Allan; her son, Ronald; daughters, Patti and Lori; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial service Jan.

10, at National Cremation Society, 4945 East Bay Drive, Clearwater, at 1 pm. Elaine will be missed deeply by friends and family. View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits ORR, Dorothy J. 93, of Belleair, passed away, Dec. 31, 2014.

She is survived by her loving family. Burial will be in Indianapolis, IN. For more information visit: www.mossfeasterclearwater.com BRAUNS, Robert H. 67, of St. Peters--sslSi burg, passed away Jan.

2, 2015. He is survived by a daughter, Ber-nadette; son, David; sister, Andrea; and companion, Julie. www.michels-lundqiust.com CYR, Audrey Jean 63, St. Petersburg, died Dec. 27, 2014.

Graveside services with honors at 3 pm, Jan. 5, at Bay Pines National Cemetery. Guestbook at: www.VeteransFuneralCare.com EASTON, Tiffany Michelle On Dec. 30, 2014, our perfect daughter, Tiffany Michelle Easton, passed away and is now in the loving hands of her beautiful grandmother, Margot Roberts, grandfather, Harvey Phillips, and Marion and Virgil Easton. She is survived by mother Lauren Phillips; father, Ted Easton; her beloved dog, Mikey; her brother, Steve; his wife and children; her aunt, Debrah; her cousins, Dustin and Elizabeth and their spouses; and many many loving cousins and relatives.

Tiffany's passions included tennis, animals and animals causes, community service, scrap booking and travel. Her goal was to become a licensed EMT to further her love of public service. Tiffany was born in San Diego, CA on Jan. 31, 1992 and moved with her family to St. Petersburg in 2001.

She attended St. Petersburg High School and went on to St. Petersburg Collage on a full tennis scholarship. An accomplished brown belt in karate, she quickly transitioned to tennis which she played for over 15 years. She was loved by many and will be missed by all.

The family will be holding a memorial for Tiffany this Saturday, Jan. 3 at Anderson McQueen Funeral Home, 2201 Dr. Martin Luther King St. NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33704.

We will gather at 5 pm followed by a service at 6 pm. All are welcome. View Guest Book at www. tampabay.comobits GRANT, Charles A. "Panch" passed away at his home on Dec.

28, 2014. He was born Dec. 3, 1926 in Albert Town, Ja LARSEN, Lawrence Clifford 68, from Clearwater, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Dec. 7, 2014. Born in Miami and raised in Wood-bridge, NJ Larry resided in Clearwater for 23 years.

His career included management positions with Ford Motor, Johnson and Johnson, Vice-President of Operations with Becton Dickinson and Group Vice-President with Smith and Nephew before retiring in 1992. During his retirement years he assisted local churches as a staff member, volunteer, Sunday school teacher, and participant on numerous mission trips. Larry loved the Lord, his family, the Yankees, Giants, investing in the stock market, and playing basketball. He is survived by his wife, Rae; sons, Ronald (Nicole), Eric; daughter, Kelsey (Alex); stepsons, Justin Cook (Jenn), Jordan Cook; and grandchildren, Rebecca and Colin Larsen and Vivi-Ann Cook. A memorial service will be held Jan.

10, 2015 at 11 am at Curlew Hills Chapel, www.curlewhills.com View Guest Book at www. tampabay. comobits MORELLI, Virginia Annette, 57, died Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014, at her home in Tarpon Springs. Born in Clearwater, Annette was the only daughter of the late Vincent J.

and Eileen L. Morelli. She was a devoted Catholic who was retired and enjoyed spending time with her friends. She is survived by her sons, Shawn T. Swofford and Clint A.

Swofford; her grandson, Jordan Emmett; her brothers, Vincent J. Morelli Jr. and John V. Morelli (Sandy); her sister-in-law, Cheryl Maybee; her nephews, John W. Morelli, Michael J.

Morelli (Elizabeth Fi-erro), Samuel A. Ruppert, Joseph P. Morelli (Kia Johnson) and Paul V. Morelli; her uncle, Dominic V. Morelli (Bonnie); and numerous cousins, great-nieces and nephews; and loving friends who will miss her dearly.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Michael P. Morelli and Dominic A. Morelli. View Guest Book at www. tampabay.

comobits SHAW, George M. age 56, of Clearwater, passed away Dec. 28, 2014. He is survived by a loving family. www.sylvanabbeyfuneralhome.com Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home 727-796-1992 Born in St.

Thomas, Ontario, Canada Oct. 13, 1936, Jack Redford Pat-erson of Largo passed away Dec. 29, 2014 at 78. Jack came to Clearwater Beach, in 1948 with his father, Walter, mother, Clara, and sister, Barbara, all of which are deceased. Jack graduated from Clearwater High in 1954 and Georgia Tech University in 1958.

Jack was the President and Co-founder of the original Underground Atlanta, opening in 1967. Jack's passion was in all things nautical, from sailing prams to being a renowned water ski enthusiast, being one of the first to barefoot ski on Clearwater Bay. He and his sister had the "fastest speedboat" on Clearwater Bay in the early 50's along with their own ski ramp behind their family owned motel, The Sails. Jack was happiest on a sailboat and he enjoyed many sailing trips. He held a Captain's License as well as a Pilot's License and was known to many of his friends as Captain Jack.

Jack is survived by his nephew, John P. Noell; niece, Nancy N. Mohler; grand-nephews, Michael B. Robinson and Sean P. Noell.

Funeral Service will be held at Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home and Memorial Park in Clearwater, Saturday, Jan. 10, at 11 am, visitation begins at 10 am. Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. View Guest Book at www. tampabay.comobits WAGNER, L.

Veronica 93, Clearwater, passed away Dec. 29, 2014. She is survived by her son, David and loving friends. Graveside service Jan. 6 1 pm at Sylvan Abby Cemetery.

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obitstampabay.com Bay (Times: 67, Port Richey, died Dec. 29, 2014. Survived by five children and three grandchildren. Memorial service on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2014 at 2 pm at Sun-coast RV Park, Port Richey.

Dobies FH-Congress View Guest Book at www. tampabay. comobits MILLER, Ronald Lee 78, of New Port Richey, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Janet Miller.

MOREHEAD, Shirley 85, New Port Richey, died Jan. 1, 2015. Survivors, her husband, Roy; daughters, Ginger and Deborah; granddaughter, Amy; and two great- grands. www.NorthMeadowlawnFuneral.com NELSON, Lane Joseph 73, of Port Richey, passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015.

He is survived by two children, Christopher Nelson and Kimberly Porter. POTTORFF, Donald 76, Spring Hill, died Jan. 1, 2015. Survivors: wife Helen; children, Ron, Brian, Jeffrey, Jode, Debbie, Susan, Can-dace, Colleen; 19 grands; 20 greats; three sibings. Dobies FH RUSSO, Johanna C.

"Jo" 92 New Port Richey, died Dec. 31, 2014. Survivors children, Rev. Mr. Michael, Joseph, Patricia, Donna; seven grands; eight great grands.

Dobies FHHoliday SARDINA, Maebelle 96, of Holiday, died Jan. 2, 2015. Survived by children, Peter, Homer, Paula; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grands. Dobies FH-Holiday dobiesfuneralhome.com BOK, Erik 90, of St. Petersburg, passed away peacefully Dec.

31, 2014. He is survived only by his sister, Lorraine, of Punta Gorda. Memorial Park Funeral Home REIMAN, Doris 91, St. Petersburg died Dec. 31, 2014.

Survived by son, Jeffrey. National Cremation Society, Clearwater BYRD, Richard F. "Dick" 72, of Land 0' Lakes, passed away Dec. 25, 2014. Dick is survived by his loving family and friends.

Loyless Funeral Home (813) 996-6610 CARSTENSEN, Sara Jean 32, died Jan. 2, 2015. Survived by her mother, Jean Buehler (William); sister, Jill Hensley (Frank); brother, Brian Hahn (Michelle). Faupel Funeral Home CHAMBERS, Doris J. 85, New Port Richey, died Dec.

31, 2014. Survived by husband, Robert; children; brothers; 6 grands; 3 great-grands. National Cremation and Burial Society, Hudson. CHUDZIKIEWICZ, Dolores 80, of Land O' Lakes passed away Dec. 31, 2014.

Dolores is survived by her loving family and friends. Loyless Funeral Home (813) 996-6610 CLIFFORD, Jimmy 37, of New Port Richey, was lost to his family on Jan. 1, 2015. Survived by his mother, Sharon Clifford; father, James Clifford; brother Ryan and life partner, Topper Joslin. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Jan.

10, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Dobies Funeral Home, Old County Road 54, New Port Richey View Guest Book at www.tampabay.comobits maica W.I. Panch was a Master Cabinet Maker and had a passion for gardening including growing Orchids. Panch lived in London, England and New Jersey prior to relocating to St. Petersburg, in 1978.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Cynthia; 5 children; 6 grandchildren and many family members and friends. Funeral services are scheduled for 12 pm Jan. 10 at St. Matthews Episcopal Church -738 Pinellas Point Drive, St. Petersburg.

Funeral arrangements coordinated by National Cremation Society View Guest Book at www. tampabay.comobits.