Local obituaries for Port Richey, Pasco County in Florida.
Dennis Rostis
Jan 26, 2026
Dennis Rostis, 73, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. He was born on July 19, 1952, in Homer City, Pennsylvania, and spent much of his life connected to the place he always called home. He loved Homer City and was a devoted fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.Dennis had a wicked sense of humor and a love for the simple...
Rose Swancey
Jan 22, 2026
Rose Swancey went peacefully to be with the Lord on 1/22/26. She is survived by siblings; Roy, Butch, Loretta, Larry, and her nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind a Son Jim and Daughter Lisa, along with multiple grandchildren. Rose loved playing Bingo, making new friends, and being social. She especially loved her elephant and Coca-Cola collection (even though she...
Holliann Kanatzar Dawson
Jan 19, 2026
Holliann Kanatzar Dawson was born on March 10, 1948, at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. She entered the arms of her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2026. She died of natural causes.
She is survived by her sister, Dee Baldwin, and her sister-in-law, Bonnie Kanatzar. She leaves behind her two daughters, Deralee Dawson Bowlin and her husband Ford,...
Dean Edward Cass
Jan 16, 2026
Dean “Dino” Edward Cass, age 85, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, in Brooksville, Florida.
Born on August 12, 1940, in Corning, New York, Dean was the son of Emery “Chub” Cass and Cora (Slocum) Cass. He grew up in Pennsylvania and graduated from Elkland High School in 1959. That same year marked the beginning of a life of service...
Kenneth Everett Koetsier
Jan 1, 2026
Kenneth Everett Koetsier, age 77, of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, at Marliere Hospice House in New Port Richey surrounded by his loving son Korey and daughter-in-law Julia Koetsier.
Born February 20,1948 in Paterson New Jersey, he was the child of Everett and Evelyn Koetsier. He graduated from Hawthorne High School in 1966. Kenneth was a NJ...
Robert Paul Loeffler II
Dec 30, 2025
Robert Paul Loeffler II, known to family and friends as Bob, passed away on December 30, 2025, in Volusia County, Florida. He was 64.
Bob was born on December 24, 1961, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Robert P. Loeffler I and Charlotte R. Loeffler. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Ricky Loeffler, and his best friend Rich Walsh.
He...
Maryann Nichols
Dec 22, 2025
Mary Nichols, 80 of Port Richey, FL passed away on December 22nd, 2025 from past health issues.
Mary was a Registered Nurse for 50 years. She mainly worked in Nursing Homes as Director of Nurses.
Mary is survived by her husband Kenneth Nichols, son Todd Westphal, daughter Tammy Westphal, brother Dennis Hays, granddaughters Sophia nd Isabell Westphal, niece Kimberly Shafer, nephews Brad...
Pamela Louise Tomlin Hopkins
Dec 15, 2025
Pamela Louise Tomlin Hopkins was born on November 7, 1958, in Ocala, Florida, to the late Edward and Hattie Tomlin. On December 15, she peacefully transitioned from this life in New Port Richey, Florida, leaving behind a legacy of love, quiet strength, and unforgettable presence.
Pamela was a true free spirit—a woman of few words, but when she spoke, her words...
Laureen Cheryl Paterson
Dec 1, 2025
Laureen Cheryl Paterson, 67, of Land O’ Lakes, Florida, passed away peacefully on December 1st, 2025.
Born on January 12th, 1958, in Chester, Pennsylvania, Laureen entered the world at just 1.5 pounds—tiny in size but enormous in strength. From the very beginning, she proved herself a fighter, a spirit she carried with her throughout her entire life. Her resilience, passion, and...
Dennis Hurlburt
Nov 30, 2025
Dennis Hurlburt from Port Richey aged 50, passed away November 30, 2025.
Dennis is proceeded in death by his mother Carolyn Hurlburt. He is survived by his father David Hurlburt Sr. , brother David Hurlburt Jr and his sister Mary Swain, his nieces Destiney Swain, Seaira Swain and his nephews Jesse Swain, Cole Hurlburt and Chase Hurlburt.
Dennis, originally from New Jersey...
Keta Jo Stephen
Nov 23, 2025
Keta Jo Stephen, 49, born Aug 24th, 1976 in Union City, TN, bravely won the battle against cancer on November 23rd, 2025 in Spring Hill, FL.
She is survived by her husband Timmothy and her daughter Ella, her mother Sherri (Jim) Seay, her sister Jenny Guye (Victor) Ambrosio, her brother Josh (Lauren) and many nieces and nephews; and her sister-in-law Suzanne...
Anthony Wayne Moore
Nov 22, 2025
Anthony Wayne Moore, 57, of New Port Richey, Florida, passed away in the late evening on November 22, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer that metastasized throughout his body. He fought with unshakable determination, strength, and a resilience that refused to fade.
Born on July 19, 1968, Anthony was known for his quick wit, spontaneous spirit, and dark, mischievous...
Ronald Joseph Bordelon
Nov 12, 2025
Ronnie passed peacefully to his heavenly home on November 12, 2025. After being together for over 50 years, Kathy and Ronnie had just celebrated their 52nd Wedding Anniversary just a few weeks ago along with their two sons, Gerald and Brandon. It is hard to realize he is no longer here!
Ronnie was a native of New Orleans and the only...
Max Anton Zimmerman
Nov 5, 2025
Max Anton Zimmerman, age 71, of Zephyrhills, FL passed away on November 5, 2025. Max is survived by his daughter Sona, his sisters Gretchen and Judith, his beloved cousin Mark, other extended family members, and his many friends. Max was preceded in death by his parents, Max George and Louise Teresa Zimmerman (nee Fuss).
Max was born the youngest child of...
Mildred Marie Reid
Oct 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of Mildred M. Reid
Mildred Reid, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, at Aviata of Spring Hill, FL.
Born on June 19, 1946, in New Brighton, Pennsylvania, Millie lived a life marked by grace, compassion, and quiet resilience. She was celebrated for her radiant smile, generous spirit, and steadfast loyalty to friends...
Carmen Maria Rodriguez
Oct 24, 2025
Carmen Maria Rodriguez
Born in Yauco, Puerto Rico, Carmen was the daughter of Monserrate Rodriguez and Fundadora Vargas Rodriguez. At the age of 5, along with her parents and 8 siblings they relocated and settled in Campbell, Ohio. She resided there with her first 3 children. In the late 1960’s she moved to Palm Beach County, Forida where she was blessed...
Isabel Rodriguez
Oct 16, 2025
Isabel Rodriguez, 85, of New Port Richey, FL, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. Born in Matanzas, Cuba, Isabel lived a life filled with love, strength, and devotion to her family.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Miguel Rodriguez, her parents Alfonso and Esther Varela, and her sister Esther Tapanes.
Isabel is survived by her...
John Frank Stano
Oct 11, 2025
John Frank Stano, at 75, of Warren, OH, passed away Saturday October 11, 2025.
He was Born on December 7, 1949 in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. A graduate of Howland High School.
He is survived by his sons Joshua (Windy) Stano of Warren, OH, John (Tabbatha) Stano of Cortland OH, and Carlo Stano, sisters Verna (Jim) Nezbeth of Newport Richey, FL, Patty...
Matthew Rocks
Oct 10, 2025
It is with great sadness to announce my fathers passing on October 10, 2025, in New Port Richey, Florida.
Matthew Rocks was born in Miami, Florida, where he later went to school at Fort Lauderdale High School. After exploring the East coast in his youth, he finally moved to Holiday, Florida where he worked in carpentry and landscaping. He was always...
John Victor Podelski Sr.
Oct 9, 2025
John, 76is now in his Mansion with the Lord. He is survived by his wife, Pam and daughters, Jacqueline Pirkle of Jacksonville, Fl, Jessica Eve of Deltona, Fl, Jeannie Brooks (Gary) of New Port Richey, Fl and son, John Podelski Jr (Linh) of Wesley Chapel, Fl. Grandchildren, Cole Pirkle, Krissie Pressley (Steve), Justin Brooks, Ashlee Ballard (Ross), Taylor Brooks (Mason),...
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