Local obituaries for Port Richey, Pasco County in Florida.
Glen Karl VanDyke
Oct 7, 2025
Glen Karl VanDyke, a cherished father, partner, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away October 7th in Hudson, Florida, leaving a legacy of love and laughter. Born in Independence, Missouri, to Patricia (Pat) and Robert (Bob) VanDyke, Glen was the youngest of six siblings: Lynette, Bruce, Dale, Paul, and Becky.
Raised on the family farm, Glen developed a strong work ethic and...
James Arthur Throckmartin
Oct 3, 2025
"We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of James Arthur Throckmartin, who departed peacefully at his home in Wesley Chapel, Florida, in October 3, 2025, at the age of 87. James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. His presence will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on November 20,...
Eleanor O. Wellborn
Sep 15, 2025
On Monday, September 15, Eleanor O. Wellborn entered into the arms of Jesus, her personal Savior and Lord. She was 89 years old.
She is survived by her loving children; Sidney Wellborn III of West Palm Beach, FL; Rebecca (Terry) Dennis of Hernando Beach, FL; Michael (Lynn) Wellborn of San Marcos, CA; and Priscilla (Karl) Stegenga of Falls Church, VA.
Eleanor is...
Ella A. Van Tassel
Sep 1, 2025
It is with great sadness that my cousin and best friend Ella Van Tassel passed away on September 1, 2025, in Bayonet Point, Florida.
She was born in Ramapo N.Y. and grew up in Tallman, N.Y. She graduated from Suffern High School. She was a 9-1-1 dispatcher; she was also an Emergency Medical Technician.
Ella moved to Florida and volunteered at Safety...
Brenda Kay Kopczak
Aug 17, 2025
Brenda Kay Kopczak (Johnson / Mount) passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2025, at her home in New Port Richey, FL.
Born, 15. February 1961, in Merrillville, Indiana, Brenda graduated from Merrillville High School and continued her education at Ivy Tech College of Northwest Indiana.
She is survived by her long-time best friend and loving partner, Leonard Beyer (Len). Her son: Jason...
Aaron Mitchell Richardson
Aug 3, 2025
Aaron Richardson was born on July 10th, 1980 in Dunedin, FL. Aaron was found deceased on August 3rd, 2025 at his last place of residence in Holiday, FL.
He is survived by his Mother Tammey Brennan, Brother KC Wernecke, Son Austin Scouller, Uncles Bill Brennan, Duke Brennan, Greg Richardson, Aunts Bobbie Ann Tompkins and Linda Brennan, his longtime love of 10...
Beverly Lee Hostinsky
Jul 29, 2025
Beverly Lee Hostinsky, 78, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025 in New Port Richey, Florida.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Bev was best known for her warm heart, generous spirit, and her lifelong love of cooking.
Born on November 26, 1946, in Richmond to Ervin and Lillian Holloway, she spent most of her life there, raising...
Barbara Helen Bottom
Jul 27, 2025
Barbara “Gramie” Bottom of Palm Harbor, Florida passed away on July 27, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Lexington, Ky in October 1955 to her loving parents, Juanita and Kenneth Fain. An Air Force “brat”, she traveled the world in her youth with stops in Tennessee, Texas, California, Japan, Louisiana, and Spain before settling back...
Sandra Mary Montaruli
Jul 27, 2025
Yesterday, we said goodbye to my aunt, Sandra Mary Montaruli. She passed away peacefully after a long life filled with both love and pain.
She had no children of her own, but she was deeply loved by her sister—my mother, Pamela Cannon—who cared for her faithfully and selflessly for many years. They were more than sisters; they were best friends and...
"Canadian Dave"
Jul 23, 2025
The family of David Andrew Trnavsky are saddened to announce his passing on Wednesday July 23rd, 2025 in Hudson Florida at the age of 70.
He was surrounded by family members and close friends Alan and Michael when he passed. We would like to thank everyone that came to visit with him.
Dave spent some of his younger years working in the...
Salvatore J Zabaldo Jr.
Jul 22, 2025
Salvatore J. Zabaldo, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on July 22, 2025.
Born on April 2, 1936, in Niagara Falls, New York, Salvatore was the son of Carmella (Conti) and Salvatore Zabaldo.
He spent many years living in California before relocating to Port Richey, Florida, where he resided until his passing. Salvatore was a true entrepreneur and a man who...
Karen Leslie Buller
Jul 18, 2025
Karen Buller “Cook” of Newport Richey, FL passed away on July 18th, 2025 at age 71.
Karen was born and raised on Long Island by her loving & devoted parents, Miriam & Albin Borysewicz along with her brother Gary Borysewicz.
She is survived by her children, Diana Lees (Gary) & Jessica Olsen (Dan Hagen) Grandchildren Taylor Ingenbrandt (Brad), Damien Olsen, Matthew Ancelo,...
Larraine Lee Braun
Jul 12, 2025
On the morning of July 12, 2025, Larraine “Rai Rai” Braun—known best as “Nana” to her favorite little people—wrapped up her time here on Earth just the way she lived: surrounded by love, held close by family and friends, whether in person or in spirit.Larraine shared 31 years of laughter-filled marriage with her husband and partner-in-crime, Gary Braun. Together, they...
CAROLE JEAN MURRAY (BROWN)
Jun 30, 2025
Carole Jean Murray, age 88, of Spring Hill, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on June 30, 2025.
Born on March 22, 1937, in Everett, Massachusetts Carole was the daughter of George and Dorothy Brown (Zwicker) and sister to Shirley (King) and Gerald.
She married the love of her life, George Murray, on April 13, 1958. Together they...
Elizabeth Anne Marshall
Jun 29, 2025
Elizabeth Anne Marshall, 60 of Spring Hill, FL passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on Sunday, June 29th, 2025. She was born September 7th, 1964 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The daughter to late Janet Asaya Phillips and Bernard Cramer. She moved to Florida in 2013. Elizabeth is survived by her children, William Daniel Beck (Christina Thissell),...
Joseph Frank Cascio
Jun 19, 2025
Joseph Frank Cascio, age 75, of Odessa, FL, passed away on June 19th, 2025 in Hudson, Florida.
Joseph was born on August 2, 1949. He was the beloved son of Frank Cascio and Josephine Cascio. Joseph was a devoted husband to Lidia Cascio for 52 Years. He was a loving father to Joseph J Cascio (wife Laura Cascio), and Jami Ramsey...
Josephine Galgani
Jun 2, 2025
Josephine Galgani, aged 89, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family in New Port Richey, FL. Born on April 1, 1936, in the Bronx. Josephine was of pure love and intelligence, whose generosity was unbelievable.
Josephine's early years laid a strong foundation for the remarkable woman she would become. Her spirit was so vibrant as the red on her...
Mary Ellen Keefe-Smith
Jun 1, 2025
Mary Ellen Keefe-Smith was born on July 14th,1955 to William and Patricia Keefe in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Mary is survived by her daughter, three sons, daughter-in laws, six grandchildren, three brothers, two sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Her daughter Ashley and her husband Terry, who preceded her in death. She will be missed greatly is an understatement.
Mary grew up in Hudson,...
Nathan Lexa Symes Jr.
May 31, 2025
Nathan L. Symes Jr. Born: November 10, 1962, in Riverhead, New York Passed: May 31, 2025, in Spring Hill, Florida
Nathan L. Symes Jr., also lovingly known as Dad, Pop, Nate, and by his fitting nickname, "Trouble," was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. A hardworking man with a deep love for his family, he dedicated his life to...
Christina Jean Smith
May 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of our cherished Christina Jean Smith, who left this world on May 15, 2025, at the age of 45. A vibrant and loving soul, she embraced life with a passion that inspired everyone around her.As the eldest of three, Christina was a guiding light for her sisters, Hannah Smith and...
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