All Obituaries

Beverly June (Olson) Leight, age 93, of DeLand, Florida, passed away on March 12, 2026. She was born on June 19, 1932, in Lake, Wisconsin, to William Olson and Helen Graves. Beverly was a devoted woman of faith and a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in DeLand, Florida. She was known for her kindness and generosity, always showing care not only to the people she met but to animals as well. Beverly often asked friends about their pets, showing genuine interest in their ...

With deep love and sadness, the family of Tammy Brooks announces her passing on March 8th, 2026, at the age of 60 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Tammy Brooks (Ashby) was born on November 23rd, 1965, in Cleveland, Ohio to William Arthur Ashby and Pauline June Ashby (Wagner). Throughout her life, she was known for her strength, kindness, and the deep love she had for her family. Her greatest pride and joy were being a mother to her six children, whom she loved with all her heart. She leaves ...

Stewart Hendricks, age 83, a lifelong resident of DeLand, FL, passed away at home surrounded by family, on March 6th. He was a 1960 graduate of DeLand High School and attended Daytona Beach Junior College before joining the U.S. Army. He was a life member of DeLand Elks Lodge #1463. He retired in 1994 after thirty years with the County of Volusia. He was predeceased by his mother, Katherine S. Odham, his stepfather Billy Odham, his brother Houston Hendricks, and his sister Betsy Louise ...

Nathan Hunter, 85, of DeLand, Florida, passed away on March 5, surrounded by the love of his family. Nathan was born on May 14, 1940, in DeLand, Florida, to Mary and Hobson Hunter. Nathan was a proud graduate of DeLand High School and went on to build a long and dedicated career in new construction with Volusia County, where he worked for many years before retiring. Known for his strong work ethic and quiet strength, Nathan took great pride in the work he did for his community. He shared ...

Pearl Braddock, 98 of DeLand went home to be with the Lord on March 4, 2025. She was born in De Leon, Texas on October 3, 1927 and moved to DeLand in 1947. Pearl was a life long active member of Calvary Baptist Church, where she was also the church secretary. She taught Sunday school to countless children, sang in the choir, and was a member of the Ladies Prayer Group. Pearl was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Connie. She is survived by her sons Ross Braddock (Susie), Dennis ...

Viola Mae Scott, age 93, of Orange City, Florida, passed away on March 4, 2026, at Gold Choice Assisted Living in Ormond Beach, Florida. She was born on July 31, 1932, in Decatur, Illinois, to Lloyd Babb and Doris Joplin. Viola moved to Florida in 1973. Throughout her life, she was known for her strong work ethic and friendly spirit. She worked at Wagon Wheel Restaurant in Decatur before relocating to Florida, where she was employed at Ross Department Store and the Hi Ho Silver Restaurant ...

Mary Jane (Nash) Marion, age 98, of DeLand, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026. She was born on September 27, 1927, in Buffalo, New York, to Daniel Nash and Margaret Unger. She and her first husband, Richard Trometer, moved to Deland from Buffalo in 1975 where she lovingly cared for him during his illness until his death in 1982. During this time, she worked as an Administrative Assistant at the House Next Door. She quickly embraced her new life in Deland and made many ...

Madeline (Wadlinger) Bader, age 86, resident of DeLand, Florida, passed away on March 2, 2026. She was born on September 1, 1939, in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, to Gerald Wadlinger and Madaline Golden Wadlinger. Madeline spent her childhood in small towns throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and became accustomed to moving every few years. She loved school as a young girl, but before she could graduate high school, it became necessary for her to leave and find work to help her parents raise ...

Willard Elias Bryan, Jr., of Orange City, Florida, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, eleven days shy of his 90th birthday. Will was born on March 12, 1936 in Patterson, NJ, to the late Willard and Mary Bryan. On November 11, 1956, he married his beloved wife, the late Josephine Caramanna. Together they shared 54 years of marriage. Will had a long career with Bell South, and enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, weather watching, and ham radio where he would connect overseas ...