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| West Palm Beach, FL 33407
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Ridge sailed across the finish line for the last time on March 5, 2019. He was born July 16, 1927, to Alice Loomis and Edward McKenna, and was the grandson of John Purcell McKenna, who arrived in Lake Worth in 1885. A Palm Beach native, Ridge grew up riding his bicycle to the Inlet, with his buddies, to check the daily catch; playing touch football on the beach; and sailing his first sail boat, "Wimpy", around Evergaldes Island. He was thrilled to have the Duke and Duchess of...

Ridge sailed across the finish line for the last time on March 5, 2019. He was born July 16, 1927, to Alice Loomis and Edward McKenna, and was the grandson of John Purcell McKenna, who arrived in...

John Zin Palm Beach

Robert Dawson Palm Beach Gardens

Beverly Voelbel Lake Park

A direct descendant of Alexander Spottswood, the first Royal Colonial Governor of Virginia, Ms. Voelbel died on February 22, 2019, of an aortic aneurysm. A graduate of Miss Hewitt's Classes, New York City, and Pine Manor College, she was known for her beauty, elegance, and charm. She began her professional career as a model and actress, followed by executive positions in the fields of fashion, public relation, television, and theatre, including being a former member of the...

A direct descendant of Alexander Spottswood, the first Royal Colonial Governor of Virginia, Ms. Voelbel died on February 22, 2019, of an aortic aneurysm. A graduate of Miss Hewitt's...

Gerald Orr West Palm Beach

Gerald Walter Orr, 87, of West Palm Beach, formerly of Pontiac, MI, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2019, in West Palm Beach. He retired from General Motors Corporation, and proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. Gerald loved his family, friends, jazz music, working out at the gym, church, and encouraging young people. He was a member of the NAACP, Tab Men's Ministry, and the UAW Union. Gerald is survived by his sons, Gregory (Audrey), and Gilbert...

Gerald Walter Orr, 87, of West Palm Beach, formerly of Pontiac, MI, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2019, in West Palm Beach. He retired from General Motors Corporation, and proudly served...

Bruce Emery Jupiter

Beloved, affable, and caring husband, father, brother, and uncle passed away on February 1, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Julie, whom he shared 30 years of love and friendship; their children, Spencer Alton of Marietta, GA., Nicole Ellen of Jacksonville, FL., and Bradley Francis of Jupiter. Also survived by brothers and sister, Jerry and Earletta "Harv" Swift of Friendship, NY., Judy and Victor "Buzz" Roofner of Spring Hill, Fl., Mary and Connie Emery of...

Beloved, affable, and caring husband, father, brother, and uncle passed away on February 1, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Julie, whom he shared 30 years of love and friendship; their...

Lee Chandler North Palm Beach

Sheldon Irwin "Lee" Chandler, of North Palm Beach, passed on January 20, 2019, at the age of 85. Lee was born in New York to Louis and Molly Chandler. He is survived by his loving wife, Peggy; his beloved son, Todd; his former wife, Camille; his step-daughters, Lauri, Mindy, Tami (Donn), Connie; and their children, Sarah, Jess, and Trevor. Lee was a veteran of the United States Navy and Air Force. He served as a member of the Air Force Band. Lee was lifelong musician, playing and...

Sheldon Irwin "Lee" Chandler, of North Palm Beach, passed on January 20, 2019, at the age of 85. Lee was born in New York to Louis and Molly Chandler. He is survived by his loving wife,...

John Ambrose Loxahatchee

John Joseph Ambrose, age 69, passed away at home on December 23, 2018 surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Genevieve (Melody); daughter Tina and her husband John Hanna; son Keith; three grandchildren, Kaitlyn, McKinlee and Leo; brothers Nick and David; sisters Joanne and Darlene; and several nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial visitation from 2-4pm with a prayer service at 3pm on Saturday, January 5, 2019, at Northwood Funeral Home, 5608 Broadway,...

John Joseph Ambrose, age 69, passed away at home on December 23, 2018 surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Genevieve (Melody); daughter Tina and her husband John...

Jane Wilson West Palm Beach

Jane Wilson, a longtime resident of West Palm Beach, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2018, surrounded by her family, as a result of an automobile accident. Jane was born February 28, 1924, in Lancaster, PA., Jane's mother died at an early age, and Jane was placed in an orphanage. She remained there until the age of 18. She worked several jobs eventually working her way down to West Palm Beach where she first opened the Office Bar on 58th Street. In the early days, she was the...

Jane Wilson, a longtime resident of West Palm Beach, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2018, surrounded by her family, as a result of an automobile accident. Jane was born February 28, 1924,...

Dr. Cerelda Schiele Lantana

Dr. Cerelda Lee Schiele, of Lantana, went to be with the Lord on December 6, 2018, with loving family at her side. Funeral Services to celebrate her life will be held at 4:00 PM Sunday, December 16, 2018, at Community of Hope East Campus, 2341 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach. Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until the service time. Committal Services and burial will be held on Monday, December 17, 2018, at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Lake Worth. Her journey here began on January 29, 1922,...

Dr. Cerelda Lee Schiele, of Lantana, went to be with the Lord on December 6, 2018, with loving family at her side. Funeral Services to celebrate her life will be held at 4:00 PM Sunday, December...