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06/22/2021

Carol M. Holland died on Thursday, June 17, 2021, in Hernando, Florida.

She was born on April 17, 1945, in Worcester, Massachusetts, the youngest of four children by the late Roland G. and Mary (Roy) Anderson. She attended Winslow Street and Sever Street grammar schools, New Woodland Preparatory and South High School class of 1963. She held associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in business and accounting from Mississippi Gulf Coast Junior College and Vermont’s Johnson State College, respectively. On June 26, 1965, she married George W. Holland in Worcester.

Her early decades of married life were as a US Navy spouse requiring frequent relocations along with an exciting life style. Duty stations included Key West, Florida, California, Pennsylvania, Washington State, Georgia, Rhode Island, Mississippi, Connecticut, and abroad in Nea Makri, Greece, and Comiso, Sicily. As conditions allowed, she continued her education and also found employment in bookkeeping, banking and with the Internal Revenue Service. All the while Carol was involved in Navy volunteer work as she was raising her two sons, Steven and Matthew.

In the late 1980s following Navy life, the family relocated to West Fairlee, Vermont, where Carol completed her baccalaureate degree and was employed until her retirement in accounting for Wagner Forest Management, a North American timber investment and harvesting firm. Carol enjoyed reading, walking and observing nature, especially birds. Family life included their four Labrador retrievers, a domineering cat and two parakeets. She was an accomplished cook gained from her experiences living throughout the US and in the Mediterranean region. She was also a dedicated follower of Tai Chi. She loved living close to her granddaughter Jenna Lynn and enjoyed their daily visits and conversations. Playing the piano together, playing cards, sharing meals and participating in and watching Jenna’s young life evolve gave her immense joy.

Above all else, love for her family was immeasurable and a great source of pride. Carol is survived by her son Steven, daughter-in-law Kristin and much-loved granddaughter Jenna Lynn; son Matthew, partner Anna and her twin daughters, Lila and April; older sister Rose Johnson (the glue of the family) plus many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her brothers, Roland and Ronald. At her request, no formal services are to be held.

Private cremation will take place under the direction of Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Lecanto, FL. Burial will take place at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL

06/10/2021

John C. Crider, age 72, of Homosassa, FL, passed away May 20, 2021 at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, FL. John was born on May 5, 1949 in Memphis, TN to Claude Earl and Frances Rebecca (Fuller) Crider. He moved to Citrus County 2 ½ years ago from Mt. Dora, FL. John was a retired Self-Employed Realtor, a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a member of the Christ Community Church.
Survived by his wife, Christina S Crider; three children, Jessica, Matthew and his wife Sarah Donovan and Jennifer and her husband Nate Medieros; one sister, Donna Larson; seven grandchildren.
Private cremation will take place under the direction of Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Lecanto, FL. Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. on June 26, 2021 at the Brown Funeral Home in Lecanto, FL, pastor Brian Sullivan officiating.

06/09/2021

Mary Susan Wehn, 68, of Hernando, FL passed away June 4, 2021 in Crystal River. She was born on May 17, 1953 to Thomas and Irene Kallis in Pennsylvania. A teachers assistant for most of her life, Mary enjoyed spending time with her close friends and family and loved doting on her little dog Chiggers. She was preceded in death by her husband Dale Wehn and is survived by her Companion Jerome Swaggerty, Sr.; children Tyson (Erica) Wehn, Brock Wehn and Tori Wehn; siblings Forest Pasky, Susan Fouts, Mary Ann Bertram, Nancy Pasky and Tom Kallis. Visitation will be held from 9AM-11AM, with a funeral service beginning at 11AM, Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Brown Funeral Home & Crematory in Lecanto, FL.

06/09/2021

John V. Coffey, 82, of Homosassa, FL passed away June 3, 2021. He was born on January 10, 1939 to Wayne and Janette Coffey, in Oakland, IL. A US Airforce Veteran, John enjoyed gardening and woodworking. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 year, Gail Coffey; children Ronald Coffey and Kevin Coffey and his companion Lynna McCain; siblings Max Coffey, Lyman and his wife Pam, Glen Coffey and his wife Linda, Michael Coffey, Kathleen Pickern and Sandra Coffey; grandchildren Brandy, Jessica E., and Jessica N.; great-grandchildren Madelyn, Michaela, Andraya, Cristian, Elena, Nereyda, Mayerlin, Ryleigh.
Family will receive friends from 11AM-12PM, with a memorial service beginning at 12PM, Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Brown Funeral Home & Crematory in Lecanto, FL.

06/09/2021

Bettyann C. Tabor, age 92, of Citrus Springs, FL, passed away June 4, 2021 at her home under the loving care of her family and Vitas Hospice. Bettyann was born on May 10, 1929 in White Plains, NY to Arthur G. and Ethel M. (Smith) Curtis. Bettyann graduated from the Burbank School of Nursing in Fitchburg, MA in 1948. Bettyann was proud of being a nurse, it was her life! She retired from the State of Connecticut as a Psychiatric Nurse in 1985 and moved to Citrus County, FL. She was a member of the Burbank Hospital Nurses Association in Fitchburg, MA, the Good Sam’s Club, she enjoyed gardening, reading, knitting, camping, she loved her dogs and traveling through every State and lower Canada and she was a member of Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church in Citrus Springs, FL. Bettyann spent her last few weeks enjoying the birds on her feeder.
In addition to her parents, Bettyann was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Harold J Tabor in 2009 and her son, Michael J Tabor in 2010.
Survived by two daughters, Suzanne Tabor-St. Peter and her husband Martin, Kristen T. Reinhard and her husband Arthur; grandchildren, Cole St. Peter, Amiee St. Peter, Martin and his wife Lauren Reinhard, Scott and his wife Brittany Reinhard; great grandchildren, Tabor St. Peter.
Private cremation will take place under the direction of Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Lecanto, FL. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 18, 2021 at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.

06/01/2021

Audrey Alice Osterhage Snyder of Crystal River, FL, formerly of Terre Haute, IN, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2021. She was born April 19, 1924 to Ernest Louis Osterhage and Mary Ann Summers Osterhage. She married Earl M. Snyder, Jr. June 25, 1950. Audrey is survived by her children Dianne Lee (Dan) of Savannah, GA and Dr. Kevin Snyder of Crystal River, FL; grandchildren Jennifer Lee (Chicago, IL), Lindsey Snyder (Crystal River, FL), Bryan Lee (Jacksonville, FL), and Connor Snyder (Seattle, WA); and great-grandson Aiden Smith (Crystal River, FL). She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Audrey had an amazing life full of diverse interests and experiences. A graduate of T.H. Wiley High School and a master’s degree recipient from Indiana State University, Audrey was an ardent, lifelong advocate for education. She began teaching at Ft. Harrison and Fairbanks Schools, then later Meadows, where she was principal for 26 years; altogether investing 43 years and positively impacting the lives of thousands of students. In 1960, she presented then-presidential candidate John F. Kennedy with some native paw-paws when he came to the school, and was principal when former governor and senator Evan Bayh attended Meadows. During her tenure, Audrey developed a show choir (the Meadowlarks) and arranged the choreography for school programs. She initiated the first program in Vigo County for gifted and talented students. Audrey helped develop many local curriculum programs, and was appointed by Governor Orr to serve on two of the earliest state curriculum committees for substance abuse/prevention and computer technology. She was active in several social and professional organizations, including Gamma Phi Beta, Delta Kappa Gamma, Phi Delta Kappa, Indiana Association of School Principals, and the National Association of Elementary Principals. She held various offices in these organizations and was named District 6 Elementary Principal of the Year in 1981. In 2006, Audrey was deeply honored to return to Terre Haute for the dedication of the new Meadows School stage and bronze commemorative plaque in her name.
Success in her chosen career may well be attributed to interests in her earlier life. Audrey began taking dance lessons at age five and added music lessons and baton twirling three years later. She learned to play the accordion and saxophone, and her association with bands took her on travels all around the country. At age twelve, she had her own local radio program. Audrey sang, played the saxophone, and tap-danced while a friend played the accordion — all to advertise “Holsum Honey Bun Bread.” She started giving dance lessons on her porch that same year. Her reputation grew, and Audrey and a friend opened their own dance studio downtown to help pay for college. She was drum majorette every year of high school and college and was the state baton twirling champion of Indiana 1940-42. She traveled with the U.S.O. during World War II, singing, dancing, and selling war bonds.
Audrey continued to travel as her family grew, and she visited all fifty states and internationally. She was great at making friends, but even better at keeping them. She was one of a wonderful “gang of eight” bridge club that met regularly for over twenty years. She never forgot to return a kindness and always made time available for anyone who needed her. Audrey loved her family with all her heart, and she was the glue that brought everyone together for holidays and celebrations. She was always known to be a snappy dresser, and as long as she kept a regular hair appointment, she was ready for almost any adventure. She loved nature and arts and crafts of all kinds, and enjoyed collecting. She was really good at collecting. One of her largest collections was of angels, so it is no great wonder that they are watching over her now. Audrey was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church while she lived in Terre Haute. When she moved to Florida in 1997, she attended Seven Rivers Church.
The family offers heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Cedar Creek Assisted Living in Crystal River for their loving care and attention, and to the hospice team at VITAS Healthcare of Lecanto. Remembrances may be made to the Vigo County Education Foundation, the Indiana State University Foundation, or simply offer a smile or kindness to a stranger.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Roselawn Memorial Park in Terre Haute, arrangements through Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home. Local arrangements under the direction of Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Lecanto, FL.

05/29/2021

Robert Roy Klaus, age 84, of Hernando, FL, passed away May 4, 2021 at his home under the loving care of his family. Robert was born on June 15, 1936 in Passaic, NJ to Roy and Julia (Wilk) Klaus. Robert was a Senior Chief, U.S. Navy, Retired. He served our country for twenty-eight years. He moved to Citrus County twenty-one years ago. He enjoyed tinkering with computers and electronic, he was a compassionate man.
In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Marion G. Klaus.
Survived by his wife, Margaret Klaus; two children, Kenneth Klaus, Hilary Cummings and her husband Vinayak Iyer; sister, Evelyn George; nephew, Gregory Takesh.
Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. on June 4, 2021 at St. Scholastica Catholic Church in Lecanto, FL. Burial will follow at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.

05/27/2021

Rebecca (Becky) Lynn Rosen, 71, of Lecanto, Florida passed away at home May 17, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.
Becky was born to Hassel and Loueckel Shortridge on June 20, 1949 in Grundy, Va. She studied at Pikeville College, East Tennessee State University, and The Fayetteville Technical Institute; completing her Bachelor’s in Secondary Education Mathematics in 1973 from the University of Tennessee. Becky taught middle school and high school Mathematics and Sciences in Florida, Texas, Germany, North Carolina, Italy and Louisiana. At the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., Becky served as the Relocation Readiness Director for Army Community Services (ACS) providing guidance and assistance to the rotating Army soldiers and their families. Her ACS career culminated in the receipt of the Superior Civilian Service Award in June 2002.
Becky was a 20-year survivor of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She dedicated many years to the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Foundation, a group that provides critical information and assistance to surviving cancer victims.
She is survived by her loving husband/partner of 25 years, Hank Rios; daughters Amy Pratt, Katherine Taylor, Emily Miller, and Victoria Rosen; son U.S. Army Ranger Capt. Grant Rosen,; sister Sue Ann Hicks; five grandchildren, Juliana Taylor, Alaina Taylor, Gavin Taylor, Devan Pratt, Jason Pratt and Joshua Pratt; Nephew Joshua Deel and Niece Missy Owens.
Becky and her sister Sue grew up enjoying the blissful country life in Appalachia country. After 34 years of travels, Becky, Hank, Grant and Victoria settled in Lecanto, Florida in January 2004.
Private cremation will take place under the direction of Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Lecanto.
She will be sorely missed and loved endlessly.
May she rest in eternal peace.

05/27/2021

Kathleen (Kathi) Warrington, age 64, of Crystal River, Florida passed away due to the Covid virus on May 20, 2021 at Bayfront Seven Rivers hospital in Crystal River. Kathi was born in Dover, Ohio to Richard and Bonnie Ludwig. She has lived in Florida for forty years. She attended St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Crystal River, Florida. Kathi was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, and friend. The love for her family was always the center of her life. She had an avid interest in antiques and their history. Kathi had a special place in her heart for injured or stray animals and was an active member and foster for many years in the Precious Paws Rescue group in Floral City, and was currently serving as Secretary. She also helped many people in her lifetime who were homeless and/or needed special help. She will be greatly missed and will always live in our hearts.
Kathi owned and operated Temporary Jobs, Inc. for eighteen years. She also started Genesis Cleaning, an all-natural cleaning business. At the time of her passing, she was employed by TBF Partners in Brooksville, Florida.
Kathi was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, James Warrington of Crystal River, Florida; her son Richard Warrington, her daughter Jenny Warrington of Crystal River, Florida; two sisters, Susan (Greg) Windmiller of Homosassa, Florida, Mary (Steve) Frushour of Fredericksburg, Texas, and a brother, Richard (Rachelle) Ludwig of Bloomington, Illinois.
Private cremation will take place under the direction of Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Lecanto, Florida. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Kathi's name can be made to Precious Paws Rescue, P.O. Box 1014, Floral City, Florida 34436.

05/27/2021

On Monday, May 17, 2021 Debra “Debi” Shields, loving sister, aunt, and daughter, left this world at tender young age of 67.
Debi was born on May 15, 1954 in Green Cove Springs, FL to loving parents Frank and Joan Beeman. At a young age her family moved to Pennsylvania for many years. Subsequently, Debi lived in Elmira, NY for an extended period of time where she broke all barriers by becoming the first woman President of the New York State Jaycees. She worked at Eastern Metal designing and selling signs for many years, while setting massive sales records for her company prior to finally moving to Florida.
Once she moved to Florida to assist her aging parents, Debi maintained her active life by working for several additional sign companies, the Chamber of Commerce and was the volunteer coordinator for the local hospice office. She also worked at Families Come First, a home health care agency, contributing her unique skills and talents to all those she met and worked with throughout her life. Debi finally retired in 2016.
Debi also had a passion for life and living. She was extremely generous and loved to help others. Debi was a choir director of the Golden Oldies Choir, and the choir enjoyed singing in nursing homes as well as entertaining hundreds of people at annual Christmas parties. She was the President of the local LIFT chapter for 2 years, which supported the local senior citizens in need.
She was known for her infectious smile, generosity, leadership, and her flare for the dramatic, which made her a great entertainer. She was always there to help her parents and anyone else when needed.
Debi was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Shields, and father, Frank Beeman. She is survived by her mother Joan Beeman, her brother Danny Beeman, her sister, Denise Moe, her brother-in-law Steve Moe and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Debi was a true lover of the people, members, pastors, and all things related to the North Citrus Christian Church of Citrus Springs Florida. She was particularly grateful to have been recently baptized there and to turn her life over to God. Debi requested at the end of her life in lieu of flowers at her funeral that any donations be mailed to North Citrus Christian Church 6442 N. Elkcam Boulevard, Citrus Springs, Florida 34465. Also donations can be made online to the same loved church by going to their website at WWW.NORTHCITRUSCHRISTIAN.COM
A funeral service for all those who knew her will be held on Thursday, May 27th, 2021 at Brown Funeral Home & Crematory, 5430 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy, Lecanto, Florida 34461 at 5 p.m. for a visiting and reception hour, followed by the full memorial service at 6 p,m, . She would love to know that she made a difference in your life.

05/26/2021

Gabriel Owen Eugene Davis, age 19, of Hixson, Tennessee, passed away May 20, 2021. Gabriel was born on September 3,2001 in Inverness Florida to Heather Brooke Davis. Gabriel was a member of Redemption to the Nations Church in Chattanooga TN. He moved to Tennessee 5 years ago from Inverness, FL.
Gabriel was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Cindy Aller and maternal grandfather Lonnie Eugene Davis.
He was survived by his mother, Heather Davis; his sister, Kaylee Kincaid and his brother, Gavin Davis; his grandfather, Mark Aller; his great grandmother, Jane Skinner; his uncle, Aaron Davis and his cousins, Jada Davis, Cloe Davis, Leland Davis, Greyson Davis; his Uncle, Zach Barker, Aunt Rebecca and his cousin Cindy Rae Barker; and his Fiancé, Lacie Randolph; also, numerous other close cousins and extended family.
Family will be receiving friends on Friday May 28, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at the Crystal River Church of God. Burial will follow at the Fountains Memorial Gardens in Homosassa, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family to assist with final expenses. Brown Funeral Home and Crematory in Charge of Arrangements.

05/25/2021

Charles “Chuck” O. Johnson, 82, passed away May 21, 2021, from a sudden illness. Chuck, a Navy veteran, lived in Cincinnati and worked at Tool Steel/XTek until he retired to Citrus Springs, FL, in 2000. He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Forrestal in the 1960s.

Charles “Chuck” O. Johnson, 82, passed away May 21, 2021, from a sudden illness. Chuck, a Navy veteran, lived in Cincinnati and worked at Tool Steel/XTek until he retired to Citrus Springs, FL, in 2000. He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Forrestal in the 1960s.

Bud, as he was known to family, had a big heart, a strong work ethic, and a love for cars, especially NASCAR, Indy, and Formula One, as well as any car he’s ever owned. He idolized Richard Petty, and Indianapolis was a frequent vacation spot much to the chagrin of his young children. Luckily for them, he also enjoyed camping and hunting.

His love of engines also extended to tractors and airplanes. After he retired, he continued his interest in cars by driving and transporting autos for an Ocala dealership. He also enjoyed flying with his son, often from one airport to another for expensive lunches. To clarify, it was the pleasure of the trip that was expensive, not lunch.

Chuck was quick to lend a hand to others or offer advice when asked.

Chuck also enjoyed time with his family, traveling, and playing cards with friends. He is greatly loved and missed.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Johnson, of Citrus Springs; his sister, Karen Bice of Lebanon, OH, sons, Steve (Karla) Johnson of Cincinnati, and Bryan (Adriana) Johnson of Orlando; daughter, Noel Getlin of Pensacola; step-daughters, Kim Fischer and Beth Leber (Dave) of northern Kentucky; five grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.
A graveside service with military honors will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 28, at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Brown Funeral Home in Lecanto, FL., is in charge of arrangements.

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