All Obituaries

Carl J. Puma, 79, of Orange City, Florida, passed away on August 5, 2026, at John Knox Village. Carl was born on February 15, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York, to Angelo and Margaret Reardon Puma. Carl had a lifelong love of music. As a young man, he was the lead singer of a band called The Link and Chains, performing at various clubs throughout New York City. Carl proudly served in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1969 aboard an aircraft carrier. Following his military service, he graduated ...

Dorothea Bickford, 86 of DeLand passed away August 2, 2026 at her residence. She was born in New Boston, New Hampshire on December 31, 1939 to Charles Daniels, Jr. and Mary Evelyn Lowell Daniels and was a retired bookkeeper. Dorothea loved playing pool and billiards, playing in many tournaments and even won a championship in Las Vegas. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, reading and social activities with her family and friends. Dorothea is predeceased by her husband of 10 years ...

Laurette Gay Lancaster, 88, resident of Pierson, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on April 27, 1938, in Moultrie, Georgia, Laurette was the daughter of Glen Gay and Annie Dell Jones. She enjoyed spending time working in her flower garden alongside her companion, Richard Purvis. A lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Pierson, she had attended the church since she was a little girl. Laurette will be remembered as a beautiful person, ...

Samson Yamil Campbell, age 18, passed away on July 29, 2026, while visiting his hometown of DeLand, Florida. Samson had been living in Princeton, Illinois, and his life was taken far too soon. He was born on December 19, 2007, in DeLand, Florida, to Samuel Wesley Campbell and Jessica Ashley Gonzalez. In 2025, Samson worked at The Table in downtown DeLand. He enjoyed playing video games, especially with his little brother, Soloman, and treasured the time they spent together. He also loved ...

Samuel G. Davis, 88, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on March 1, 1938, in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, he was the beloved son of the late Raymond and Mary Davis. Samuel graduated from Hempfield High School in Landisville, Pennsylvania, in 1956. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, sharing his musical talents as a member of the 2nd Army Band. After a successful early career in building material sales, Samuel followed a higher calling and ...

Una Mae (Vredenburgh) Tillis, age 100, of DeLand, Florida, passed away on July 26, 2026. She was born on November 6, 1925, in Daytona Beach, Florida, to Van Vredenburgh and Zola Hull. Una was a leukemia cancer survivor, overcoming the disease in 1983. She was a great cook who loved preparing meals for her family. She also loved her cats, had a green thumb, and enjoyed sharing the fruits of her garden with members of the community. She is survived by her son, Donald Tillis (Nida) of DeLand, ...

Rollins "Buddy" Elliot Byrd Jr., 76, of Lake Helen, Florida, passed away on July 25, 2026. He was born on March 5, 1950, in Swainsboro, Georgia, to Rollins Elliot Byrd Sr. and Evelyn Jane Harden. Buddy worked as a citrus grove worker, a job he truly enjoyed. He was known for his strong work ethic, worked hard throughout his life, and took great pride in the work he did. Above all, he loved his family. He is survived by his only child, his daughter, Wendy Byrd; his sisters, Nancy ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lenora Jean Losey, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 3:14 p.m., after a courageous year-and-a-half battle with cancer. Though cancer took her body, it never took her strength, compassion, or the incredible love she shared with everyone fortunate enough to know her. In her final moments, Lenora was surrounded by the love of her devoted son, John Losey, and her beloved granddaughter, Jewel Losey, who lovingly held ...

Linda Kay (Smith) Lewis, 74, of Daytona Beach, Florida, passed away on July 21, 2026. She was born on December 5, 1951, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, to Robert Lee Smith and June Ann Watkins. Linda was known for being hard-headed, ornery, and always ready to give someone a hard time, but those who knew her also knew she loved just as fiercely. She had a fun personality that made her a joy to be around. She enjoyed life's simple routines, starting each morning with half a cup of coffee ...