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The elegant and sophisticated Villages Rehab and Nursing Center opened earlier this year and celebrated an open house June 7, 2013. The 77,000-square foot building boasts 120 units, impressive dining and has created 200 jobs in Lake County, many of them yet to be filled. The facility is located on County Road 466 in Lady Lake.
Earmel O’Neal , 85 , of Summerfield, Florida passed away May 30, 2013 at her residence.
She was born on April 17, 1928 in Pearl, Kentucky to Roscoe and Edna (Powers) Wilson.
She was a long time member of Oxford Assembly of God Church where she served for many years, in the JOY Group, assisting those who were homebound, a greeter, and in preparation of meals.
Earmel is survived by: Grandchildren: Mr. Charles Rapp Jr. of Blue Ball, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Amanda Jodon (Jonathan) of Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, Mr. Samuel Rapp (Sarah) of Cleveland, Tennessee, Mr. Brian Rapp (Katie) of Farmersville,
Texas, Mr. Dale Clutter of West Palm Beach Florida, Mr. Allen Clutter (Kendra) of Houston, TX, and fifteen great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by: Her children Charles E. Rapp and Donna McKenzie and her husband Allen O’Neal.
Graveside services will be held at 1pm on June 6, 2013 at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens with Pastor Derrel Strickland officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Oxford Assembly of God Building Fund.
Online condolences may be left at www.hiers-baxley.com
The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Lake and Sumter counties is looking for individuals age 55+ to volunteer for the following opportunities:
For more information, please contact (352) 365-1995.
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Dolores (Ridilla )Sosnowski, 82, The Villages, FL died on Wednesday, June 5,2013 at Cornerstone Hospice in the Villages. Mrs. Sosnowski was born in Wilkes-Barre Pa. on May 18, 1931 and graduated from Coughlin High School in 1949. Dolores spent most of her married life caring for her children and working in the nursing field. She most recently held the position of “Chairperson of the Emergency Room Volunteers” at the Villages Hospital. She held the position for several years until her retirement. Dolores is survived by her husband Carl: her children Pamela(Gene) Tosto, Marlton ,N.J.: Carl(Cindy) Sosnowski Jr. West Palm Beach : Robert Sosnowski Royal Palm Beach, and four grandchildren: Dillon Tosto, Carly, Casey and Caley Sosnowski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on June 17th 2013 at 8:30 am at St. Timothy’s Catholic Church , Lady Lake, FL. A second memorial service will be held in Wilkes-Barre Pa. sometime toward the end of July 2013. Interment will be held in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Dallas, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Cornerstone Hospice 601 Casa Bella, the Villages, FL 32162 or The Villages Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary 1451 El Camino Real the Villages, FL 32159.
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Tropical Storm Andrea is being credited with bringing 3 to 5 inches of rainfall to The Villages in various locations.
Weather watchers around The Villages reported the various ranges of rainfall after Tropical Storm Andrea moved through the area Wednesday and Thursday.
It was the first named storm of the season.
Due to Tropical Storm Andrea, the Sumter County Chamber of Commerce “Show Me The Money” business expo has been rescheduled for June 19.
The event will still take place at the Waterfront Inn at Lake Sumter Landing. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. that day.
Guests can browse exhibit tables by more than two dozen businesses, meet with potential suppliers and network with potential customers, all in a beautiful setting on Lake Sumter. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and soft drinks are available, and a cash bar. All who attend are entered in a drawing for $100 and door prizes. Call the Chamber at 352-793-3099 for more information.
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WILLIAM C. ANDERSON, 83, of The Villages, FL, died Sunday, June 2, 2013. He was born November 18, 1929 in Pennsylvania. He was a retired Engineer in the defense industry. He moved to The Villages from Maitland, FL 20 years ago. He was an avid golfer, bowler, loved traveling and dining with his friends. He was active with the Boy Scouts, and a member of the Scottish American Society. He participated in the Scottish American Games. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, The Villages, FL He is survived by: Wife: Barbara G. Anderson of The Villages, FL Daughter: Nancy A. Clancy of Vero Beach, FL Sons: William B. Anderson of Valrico, FL Robert C. Anderson of Daleville, VA David C. Anderson of Orlando, FL Sister: Jean LaMarr of Essington, PA 4 Grandchildren: Joshua, Mackenzie, Brian & Sean A memorial service will be held at Beyers Funeral Home Chapel, Lady Lake, FL Thursday June 20, 2013 at 11:00 AM with a gathering from 10-11:00 AM prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Robert C. “Bob” Pierce, 78, The Villages, FL died on Monday, June 3, 2013. He was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and moved to The Villages in 1995 from Stow/Hudson, Ohio. He was retired from G. E. Lighting Division with 35 years of service. He loved western culture and history, was a civil war buff and a spelling bee champion. Bob worked at Glenview Country Club, enjoyed golf, and travel, especially motorhoming and was an avid reader. Survivors include his wife of 49 years Donna, The Villages; brother Harlyn Pierce, Ft. Smith, Arkansas; many nieces and nephews and other loving extended family. A memorial service will be held at the Lady Lake Chapel of Beyers Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 11:00 AM. Inurnment will be at Florida National Cemetery.
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SUMMERFIELD – Barbara Blume, 76, passed from this life, Tuesday, June 4, 2013. Born in Plains, PA she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lila (Pope) Barrett. Barbara was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and home maker. Her family was her greatest joy and she was extremely proud of her children and grandchildren. They were the light of her life. She was a special person who always had a kind word and looked at the bright side of life. A soft spoken woman, she exhibited remarkable grace and faith. Listening to music was a favorite pastime as well as taking walks in her community. She enjoyed socializing with her neighbors and was a member of the Ladies Club at Stonecrest. Barbara was of the Protestant faith. She along with her husband Arnie came to Florida from Middle Island, NY in 2005. She leaves her husband of 56 years, Arnie Blume, son, David Blume of Coram, NY, daughter, Linda Dolan (Michael) of South Setauket, NY, brother, William Barrett of Scranton, PA, 2 grandchildren, Megan and Brian Dolan and Joanne D’Aguanno and Steven Bertolino and their families with whom she shared a special bond. The family will receive relatives and friends at a visitation to be held on Friday, June 7, 2013 at the Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 1511 Buenos Aires Blvd., The Villages from 1 to 3 p.m. Funeral Services will follow at 3 p.m. Committal services will be held at a later date in Long Island, NY. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Marion County – Tuscany House, P. O. Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34478-4860 Attn: Development Fund or to the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer, 1111 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714. For online sentiments visitwww.hiers-baxley.com. Arrangements by the Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, The Villages, FL
The concrete cart path connecting the Morse Blvd. multimodal path to the Homewood parking lot is temporarily closed due to a parking lot expansion.
