Obituaries

Tom Blackburn

Tom Blackburn

Jan 2, 2021

Thomas Edward Blackburn — better known to most long-time readers of the Palm Beach Post as retired columnist and editorial writer Tom Blackburn — stopped breathing just after midnight on January 2, 2021. 

 

Saint Peter no doubt awoke as Tom knocked on the pearly gates, his baritone voice barking out something maybe resembling Gloria in excelsis Deo (if we’re...

Anthony LeRose

Anthony LeRose

Jan 2, 2021

Anthony LeRose, age 89, of Jupiter, Florida passed away January 2, 2021.

Anthony was a U.S. Air Force Veteran.

He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his wife, Laura LeRose, daughters, Pamela LeRose, Mary Ann Teschan, four grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his brothers, Leonard & John LeRose.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral...

Peter S. Hofheinz, Jr.

Peter S. Hofheinz, Jr.

Dec 31, 2020

Peter S. Hofheinz, Jr., of Jupiter, FL, loving husband, father of three and grandfather of three, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2020.

Born on April 22, 1950 in Queens, NY, Peter was the son of Peter and Fannie Hofheinz, who predeceased him. He moved to Hollywood, FL. and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music and Master’s in Science Education....

Stephanie M. O'Neill

Stephanie M. O'Neill

Dec 31, 2020

Stephanie M. O’Neill June 5th, 1944 – December 31, 2020   Stephanie M. Romano was born to Rosaria and Paul Romano in Brooklyn, New York on June 5th, 1944. Stephanie was an identical twin to her sister Pamela. Stephanie grew up in Glendale, New York and attended St. Pancras Elementary School and the Valhalla Elementary and Middle School. In High...

Edwin Vazquez

Edwin Vazquez

Dec 28, 2020

Edwin Vazquez, age 65, of Greenacres, Florida passed away on December 28, 2020. Edwin was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 31, 1955. He was a veteran of The US Marine Corps. Edwin is survived by his two sons, Matthew Vazquez and Joseph Vazquez; mother, Minerva Vazquez; brother, Rickey Vazquez; sisters, Yolanda Lincoln, Linda Vazquez and Sandra Vazquez; nephew,...

Gilberto Dominguez

Gilberto Dominguez

Dec 28, 2020

Gilberto Dominguez of Wellington, Florida and San Antonio, Texas, suddenly on December 28, 2020.

Beloved husband of Rosa Elia Dominguez.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Inurnment will take place in Texas.

Carol S. McCall

Carol S. McCall

Dec 25, 2020

Carol S. McCall, age 88, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away December 25, 2020.

Mrs. McCall will be lovingly remembered by her family, including her husband, Jack L. McCall, daughter, Melanie Bledsoe, son, Kyle McCall.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Inurnment will take place...

Doris Faye McChesney

Doris Faye McChesney

Dec 21, 2020

Doris Faye McChesney, age 65, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away suddenly on December 21, 2020.

Doris was predeceased by her husband John Preston McChesney in 2015.

She will be lovingly remembered by her family, including her sisters, Debra Key, Joy Nekola, brother, James Lehman Laseter.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory,...

Myrtis A. Nelson

Myrtis A. Nelson

Dec 20, 2020

Myrtis A. Nelson, age 80, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away at home on December 20, 2020. Myrtis was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on November 9, 1940. She is survived by her three sons, Richard H. Nelson, Anthony Nelson and William Nelson; three grandchildren; sister, Jimmie-Kay Fortunato.

Private cremation services are under the care of Tillman Funeral Home &...

Louise Pauline Humfield

Louise Pauline Humfield

Dec 20, 2020

Louise Pauline Humfeld, age 94, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away on December 20, 2020. Louise was born in Bronx, New York on June 11, 1926. She is survived by her children, Jeffery Humfeld, George Humfeld, Barbara Mead and Andrea Pouliot; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Private cremation services are under the care of Tillman Funeral Home &...

Anna M. Wilders

Anna M. Wilders

Dec 17, 2020

Anna Melba Wilders

Anna M. Wilders, age 79, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away in her home on December 17, 2020. Anna was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 24,1941. She was predeceased by her daughter Deven M. Cuthbert in 1963, her sisters Dorothy M. Springer in 2019 and Edna M. Doak in 2018, her parents Frederick J. Rommel...

William A. Straub

William A. Straub

Dec 17, 2020

William Albert “Bill” Straub was born on January 3rd, 1956 to his loving parents Collins Straub and Dorothy Heitmann. Those fortunate to have known him will remember his warmth, optimism, and forgiving spirit.

As a youth, Bill was a Boy Scout and was an altar boy at his local parish church, where he developed a passion for music. He carried...

Theresa Bernardo

Theresa Bernardo

Dec 14, 2020

Theresa Bernardo, age 84, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away at home on December 14, 2020. Theresa was born in Providence, Rhode Island on April 14, 1936. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph M. Bernardo on February 12, 2020. Theresa is survived by her two sons, Michael L. Bernardo and Peter C. Bernardo; grandchildren, Sabrina, Peter, Nick, Matthew and...

Leslie Figueroa

Leslie Figueroa

Dec 13, 2020

Leslie Figueroa, age 92, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away December 13, 2020.

Mrs. Figueroa will be lovingly remembered by her family, including her children, Cutberto Sanchez, Jose R. Sanchez, Edgardo Sanchez, Alexis Sanchez, Leslie Sanchez, Joaquin Sanchez, grandchildren & great-grandchildren, brothers, Facundo Figueroa, Ramon Luis Figueroa, sisters, Antonio Figueroa, Luz Figueroa, Felicita Figueroa.

The family will receive relatives...

Daniel James Lang

Daniel James Lang

Dec 10, 2020

Daniel Lang, 61, died December 10, after a brief illness. He will be remembered for his love of family and friends. Daniel is survived by his mother Marie and his brother Mark (Tina). He was predeceased by his father John and his sister Martha.

Dan was born at St. Mary’s Hospital in West Palm Beach on December 18, 1958 to...

Antonio Escobosa Adon

Antonio Escobosa Adon

Dec 9, 2020

Antonio Escobosa Adon 78 años, nació en República Dominicana el 6 de Diciembre de 1942. Sus padres fueron Antonio Escobosa y Ramona Adon. Antonio será recordado con cariño por familia, entre ellos su amada esposa Flory Escobosa.Para sus hijas Mayra y Lenora siempre será su inspiración y un ejemplo a seguir. 

La familia recibirá a los amigos el Miércoles 16...

Alec J. Lane

Alec J. Lane

Dec 9, 2020

Alec J. Lane, of Delray Beach, Florida on December 9, 2020 in his 26th year.

Beloved son of Darren & Janice Lane, loving brother of Sarah Lane.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach.

Further services will be held in Indiana.

Memorial gifts may be sent to:...

Robert D. Marcoaldi

Robert D. Marcoaldi

Dec 9, 2020

Robert D. Marcoaldi, age 65, of Lake Worth, Florida passed away December 9, 2020.

Robert is survived by his wife, Annette M. Marcoaldi, brothers, Alex Marcoaldi, Jack Marcoaldi.

Private cremation services are in the care of Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2170 S. Military trail, West Palm Beach.

Jacqueline K. Morrow

Jacqueline K. Morrow

Dec 7, 2020

Jacqueline K. Morrow, age 73, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away December 7, 2020.

Jacqueline was predeceased by her first son, Jerry M. Abbott, Jr. She will be lovingly remembered by her family, including her children, Sean S. Abbott, William S. Abbott, grandchildren & great-grandchildren, sisters, Roxanne Muse & Dana Stiles.

Private cremation services are in the care of...

Lee J. Nicholson

Lee J. Nicholson

Dec 6, 2020

Lee J. Nicholson, age 75, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida passed away December 6, 2020.

Lee was a U.S. Navy Veteran.

He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his wife of 43 years, Carol Nicholson, children, Steven Nicholson, Keith Nicholson, Gregg Nicholson, Lydia Speezio, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild on the way, nephew, Donald Britton and many other family...

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