Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Delray Beach, Florida
Diana D. Cummings
July 6, 2014
Diana D. Cummings of Delray Beach Florida and formerly of Winnetka, Illinois passed away on July 6, 2014 at the age of 99. Mrs. Cummings is survived by two children, Stephen (Libby) and Cynthia, 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Mrs. Cummings was predeceased by her husband, Edmund S Cummings, Jr. in 1997 after 57 years of marriage. Mrs. Cummings...
Mary Stockstill Willman
July 6, 2014
Mary Stockstill Willman, born in Dayton, Ohio on November 10th, 1923, went home to the Lord on July 6th, 2014 peacefully in her sleep in Highland Beach, FL. She fulfilled God's calling in her life of the virtuous woman described in Proverbs 31 – being a loving wife for nearly 50 years to her husband, Edward M. Willman, who went...
Robert Andrew Pavlik
July 6, 2014
Robert Andrew Pavlik, age 81, of Boca Raton passed away on Sunday July 6, 2014 peacefully at home. Robert loved to garden and spent the very last of his time caring for the beautiful grounds around his home. He also loved animals and is survived by two dogs, Tank and Molly. Robert loved fishing, especially catching Muskies with his friend...
Thomas John (Tj) Doherty
July 5, 2014
Thomas John (TJ) Doherty, 67, of Delray Beach passed away at home on Saturday, July 5, 2014. TJ was a graduate of Seacrest High School in Delray Beach and was a college graduate of FAU. He was a Disabled Vietnam Veteran who served in the US Army. A strong contributor to All American Veterans since 2000, including, Blind Veterans, Paralyzed...
Suzanne Burnham Speer
July 3, 2014
Suzanne Burnham Speer, 89, of Boynton Beach and formerly of Gulfstream, FL and Meridian, MS passed away on July 3, 2014. She was a longtime member of the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association. Suzanne is survived by her husband of 61 years, Syd Speer, son, Syd Speer Jr. of Ashville, NC and daughter, Pollyanne Speer of Tampa, FL, 7...
William T. Boyce Jr.
June 30, 2014
William T. Boyce Jr., 89, of Delray Beach and formerly of Dunwoody, GA, passed away on June 30, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Boyce, 6 children, siblings, Sr. Mary Boyce, John Boyce and Ann Bukovchik, 5 step children, 29 grandchildren. William was predeceased by his brother Fr. James Boyce. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday,...
John J. Zielsdorff
June 24, 2014
John J. Zielsdorff, 72, of Delray Beach, passed away on June 24, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Maria and three children, John (Erin), Jason and Christina. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 27, 2014 11:15AM at Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish, 9600 West Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33446. Burial will follow at the...
Armando Felicetti Jr.
June 20, 2014
Armando Angelo Felicetti Jr. 74, of Delray Beach and formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on June 20, 2014. He is survived by his devoted wife, Jeannine; children, Lisa (William) Quick and Steve (Gayle) Felicetti; cherished grandchildren, Diana, Katlyn, Nicolas, Jessica and Emma; sisters, Dorothy Boniello, Linda Hoffman; brother, John Rocher and many friends. A memorial mass will be celebrated...
Frank Mello, Jr.
June 18, 2014
Frank Mello Jr. 84 of Delray Beach Florida, formerly of South Dartmouth, Massachusetts passed away on June 18, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Elsie, daughter Roberta Martin and son Dr. Michael Mello. Predeceased daughters Kathryn and Susan. Father in-law to William Martin and Dr. Pamela McKnight. Grandfather to Shawn Dunlap, Patrick Bagana, Christopher Dunlap, Alexander...
Gerald Fisk Dederick, Jr., M.D.
June 17, 2014
Gerald Fisk Dederick Jr., M.D. "Doc" of Gulf Stream, Fl. passed away on June 17, 2014 at the age of 97. Dr. Dederick attended local Oradell, New Jersey schools including Hackensack High School then went on to Roanoke College & the Medical College of Virginia were he obtained an M.D. in 1942. Then completed a one year internship. During 1943-46...
Jean Paul Ripley
June 15, 2014
Jean Paul Ripley, 86, of Boynton Beach, Florida passed away Sunday, June 15th, 2014. Jean was born in East Liverpool, Ohio on July 18th, 1927 to Walter C. and Esther M. (Cochran) Paul. The family then moved to Pittsburgh, PA where she learned to love the ballet, plays, concerts and also dancing to the Big Bands of the 40's. She...
Mary Ann Papp
June 14, 2014
Mary Ann Papp, 92, of Boynton Beach passed away on June 14, 2014. Mary Ann is survived by her daughter, Carol Ann Ryan; grandchildren, Stephen and Sheryl Ryan, Teresa Stratton and great grandson, Michael Ryan. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 18, 2014 from 10:00AM to 11:30AM with a Scripture Service at 11:30AM at Lorne and Sons Funeral Home, 745...
Frank A. Bower
June 11, 2014
Frank A. Bower, renowned orchestra leader, died on June 11, 2014 in Delray Beach, FL at the age of 98. Frank was born in Bradford, England to William and Alice(Spencer) Bower. Frank lead orchestras in the north of England, New York and Florida. Frank is survived by his sons, Bruce Bower of Delray Beach, FL and Neil Bower of Phoenix,...
Dorothy Yarnell Moody
June 10, 2014
Dorothy Yarnell Moody, 73, of Boynton Beach, Florida and formerly of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on June 10, 2014. Dorothy is survived by her husband, Dick Moody; son, Kurtis Gene Moody; daughter, Kelley Kathleen Moody; grandchildren, Zachary Moody, Tessa Moody, Ashley Grigorian and 2nd Lt Casey Escamillia, Marine Corp. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2014 from 7:00PM...
Domenic J. Marotta
June 6, 2014
Domenic J. Marotta, 80, of Delray Beach passed away on June 6, 2014. Born and raised in East Boston and moved to Florida in 1957 with his first wife and daughter and later had two more children. He owned and operated a furniture refinishing business and other furniture related businesses in the Delray Beach area. He retired at a young...
Jack D. Johnson
June 1, 2014
Jack D. Johnson, 82, of Delray Beach, passed away on June 1, 2014. He retired from FP&L after 40 years of service. Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy McAfee Johnson, daughters, Debra L.(Richard) Smith and Cindy L. (Henry) Hoyman, 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Jack was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers and great grandson...
Margaret Ellen Hayes
May 28, 2014
Margaret Ellen Hayes, of Delray Beach and formerly of Mahopac, New York, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2014. She is survived by her husband Thomas J. Hayes, children: Mary Anne George, Thomas J. Hayes, Margaret A. Wilson, Timothy J. Hayes and Patrick J. Hayes, 8 grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 2, 2014, 11:00 AM...
Ray Burtka
May 24, 2014
Ray Burtka, Korean Conflict veteran (USAF), passed away on 5-24-14 he was 84yrs. of age. Ray is survived by three children Terri, Ray Jr., and Linda as well as 8 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on May 29, 2014 at 10:30 AM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1000 Lantana Road, Lantana, FL. Interment with...
Tecla Streit
May 23, 2014
Tecla "Sue" G. Streit, 87, formerly of Delray Beach passed way on May 23, 2014 in Ohio. Beloved wife of the late Matthew G. Streit, loving daughter of the late Wally and Anna Gella, devoted mother of Sharon (David) Smith, Denise (Michael) Evans, Matthew (Leslie) Streit and Gregory Streit, dear sister of Alexander Gella and the late Marya, John, Olga...
Margaret Elaine Petrosky
May 23, 2014
Margaret Elaine Petrosky, 95, of Boca Raton and formerly from Manhasset, Long Island passed away on May 23, 2014. She was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church. Margaret is survived by her son, Bill Petrosky of Boca Raton. A mass of intention will be held at St. Lucy Catholic Church (3510 South Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach, FL) on April...


