U.S. Navy Veteran Obituaries

Ronald "Ron" Smith, originally of Alton, Illinois, passed away on January 21, 2026. He was born on February 4, 1945, to Otto Smith, a World War II veteran, and Virginia (Rook) Smith. Ron was the devoted husband of Denise (Ford) Smith, with whom he shared 46 years of marriage. Together they made...

William G. Clark passed peacefully on February 3rd, 2026 Predeceased by mother Lillian Urquhart Clark and father George Clark Sister; Genevieve Clark Stedman, and Brothers; Walter (Twin brother), George, Raymond, Charles, and Warren. Survived by several nieces and nephews. William’s love of music...

Richard "Big Rick" Capraro, Sr., age 78, a devoted husband, proud father and grandfather, loyal friend, retired Medford firefighter, and lifelong Medford resident, passed away on February 20, 2026, after a long and courageous fight against the complications of diabetes and heart disease. He spent...

Mr. Merwin Nelson “Bud” Brewer departed this life February 18, 2026, at the age of 94 surrounded by his loving family. Bud was born in Viroqua, Wisconsin on February 24, 1931, to his parents Kenneth and Lillian Nelson Brewer. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 8 years (4...

“Death is beautiful when seen to be a law, and not an accident.” Henry David Thoreau Jimmie Dallas Michau Entered into rest on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Jim was the loving husband of Margery Anderson Michau. Jim Michau, devoted husband, father, engineer, veteran, and outdoorsman,...

EASLEY, S.C. - Reverend Dr. Archie Coleman Neal, age 93, of Easley, S.C., was born on Oct. 19, 1932, in Kershaw, S.C. He passed away peacefully on Feb. 18, 2026, surrounded by his son, Archie Kim Neal, and daughter-in-law, Karen Martin Neal. He was the son of the late Rev. Leroy Troy Neal and...

Jay R. Rizzoli, 79, of Edwardsville, IL, passed away on February 18, 2026. He lived a life marked by dedication, service, and love. Jay is preceded in death by his parents, George Rizzoli and Lea (Dippold), as well as his late wife, Patricia Florek. He is survived by his devoted wife, Leanna...

Pearl Butch Berry passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Stone-Matheney Crematory - Chesterhill.

Roger Ellis Young Enfield, NH - Roger Ellis Young, 85, died at Citrus Medical Center in Inverness, FL on February 9, 2026. Roger was born on January 6, 1941, in Hanover, NH, to Ralph and Mary (Rowell) Young. From his earliest days, Roger made a lasting impact on all who knew him. He attended...

Retired Navy Captain Edwin Walter Dews, age 79, of Salisbury, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on February 3, 2026 after a lengthy. Edwin was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana (Caddo Parish) and lived in Salisbury, North Carolina for many years. Edwin Dews was a highly...

Edwin Bernard Floyd Sr., 66, transitioned peacefully on January 2, 2026, in Louisiana. He was born on September 4, 1959, and was born in Fairmont, North Carolina, later making Louisiana his home. Bernard proudly served his country 20 years in the United States Navy 1978-1998, from which he...

Alice Dee Eager passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The family is being cared for by Shelly Funeral Home - Warrington.

Charles W. Bond passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Barre.

SAM TORIAN HENNINGTON was born on December 11, 1951, to Willie and Maggie Hennington in Kentucky. They later moved to Jasper, Texas. He was the fourth of five children. Sam attended J.H. Rowe, where he participated in the band and played the baritone. After finishing school at J.H. Rowe, he...

Douglas “Doug” Sherman, passed away peacefully on February 19, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and quiet strength. Born in Providence in 1942, he was son of the late Everett and Ida (Hendrick) Sherman. Doug was predeceased by his beloved wife, Carol (McNaughton)...

Edward "Ed" J. Balchunas, 93, of Nokomis, FL, previously of Vernon, CT and Old Lyme, CT passed away February 7, 2026. He was born to Simon and Anna Balchunas. Ed retired from Northeast Utilities in1989. He served in the US Navy on the USS Intrepid. Ed is predeceased by his parents, 2 sisters,...

James Lee Schneider Jr. passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Sturino Funeral Home.

Virginia “Ginger” A. Hawkins, 88, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Ginger was the daughter of the late Mary L. (Bates) Ballou and Byron Hawkins. She was the sister of the late Byron “Buddy” Hawkins, Eleanor G. Harris, and Linda J. McGuirl. She was also the aunt of the late Donald L....

Remembering Chieu Nguyen Nguyen Sang Chieu, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and formal naval officer of the Republic of Vietnam Navy, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on May 18, 1952, in My Tho, Vietnam, Chieu was raised by his great uncle and aunt. He had...

Robert (Bob) Troy Taylor passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Langsford Funeral Home - Lee's Summit.

William “Bill” Miller went to heaven surrounded by his family on February 8, 2026. Bill was born on October 7, 1948, in Lancaster, Ohio. Bill is survived by his beloved wife Shirley and two sons Scott Miller (Kelly) and Jonathon Miller (Michelle), grandchildren Blake Miller, Brooklyn...

Joseph Rowland Clark passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The family is being cared for by Robert A. Pumphrey Funeral Homes Inc. - Rockville.

Giorgio Fochesato, 91 Giorgio Fochesato, 91, of Brunswick, Maine, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026. He was born April 9, 1934, in Castelgomberto, Italy, and immigrated to Newark, New Jersey as an infant. A U.S. Navy veteran, George served aboard the USS Salem as a Machinist's Mate, 2nd...

SPRINGFIELD – Charles D. “Danny” Waltrip passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026, at his home. He was born August 3, 1974 in Kansas City, Missouri.  Danny was a US Navy veteran. He was formerly employed by St. John’s Hospital and was a member of Trinity Church of the...

Dustin Jacob Johnson passed away on February 9th, 2026, in Yokosuka, Japan, at the age of 25. He was born on August 30th, 2000, in Preston, Idaho, to Maren Stephenson and Jacob L. Johnson. Dustin spent his childhood in Preston before moving to Logan, Utah, during high school. He graduated from...

Thomas "Jim" Carlisle of Revere, Massachusetts passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 14th. Jim was born on January 11, 1945 in Canton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Ethel as well as his beloved son, Christopher. He is survived by his siblings Jeri and...

Robert M Hitch, Sr. of Bradenton Florida passed away February 14, 2026 Robert was born November 6, 1935 to Ray and Lois Hitch Robert had 4 brothers, Herman, Harold, Kenny and Joe. 1 sister Lois. All siblings proceeded his passing. Robert was married to Myrna Hitch for 48 years until she passed in...

Gerald "Jerry" Francis Horna, Sr. (CDR, U.S. Navy, Retired) Gerald "Jerry" Francis Horna, Sr., 88, of Winchester, VA, passed away peacefully at Winchester Medical Center on February 16, 2026, surrounded by family. Jerry was born on June 16, 1937, in East Cleveland, OH, to the late Frank and...

James Owen Colleary, of New Rochelle and Larchmont, New York, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, surrounded by his three adoring daughters. He was best known to those who loved him as “Jimmy” or “Owen.” Born on May 23, 1948, at New Rochelle Hospital, he was the son of the late Beatrice...

Thomas Jackson passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The family is being cared for by Monahan Funeral Home - Gettysburg.

John Francis Mahon, 94, of Ocala, FL, and Cape May, NJ, and previously Voorhees, NJ for 51 years, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 27, 1931, in Camden, NJ, John was a proud graduate of Camden Catholic High School, Class of 1949. He was...

David C. Blakey passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Bernard Funeral Home - Russell Springs.

JOHNSONBURG - Brooke Morgan DeCecchis, 31, of Johnsonburg passed away Feb. 19, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with the disease of addiction. Born Aug. 30, 1994, in St. Marys, Brooke spent her formative years in Johnsonburg and was a 2012 graduate of Ridgway Area High School. She was a...

Dennis Koewler 1943 - 2026 Dennis John Koewler, age 83, of Grand Rapids, MN passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at his home. Dennis was born on February 14, 1943 in St. Paul, MN. He grew up in the areas of Milaca, Pine City, and Hastings. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1961. He...

Jerome “Jerry” S. Bonk, 89, of Cicero, New York, passed away on February 18, 2026. He was a caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, folk artist, craftsman, and lifelong creator. Jerry was the beloved husband of Rose Marie (Mattiacio) Bonk, with whom he shared 63 years...

Donald Lee Payne, age 84, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025. He was born on April 19, 1941, in Columbus, Ohio, and grew up with the values that would later define his lifehard work, quiet strength, and loyalty to the people he loved. A graduate of Central High School in Columbus, Don...

Michael T. Whitty went to his final resting place on Sunday February 22, 2026, at Baraga County Memorial hospital. He was born on August 14, 1950, to the late Mary Ratchman and Melvin (Butch) Whitty. Although Mike was 75 years young, he lived a full life and a life that was on his terms. He...

Ronald Lindsay, 91, of Yalesville, devoted husband to the late Nancy (Jacobs) Lindsay for 65 years, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Midstate Medical Center. Born and raised in New Rochelle, New York, Ron was the son of the late George and Ethel Lindsay. After graduating...

Dennis W. Easterling Summerville — Dennis W. Easterling, 81, of Summerville, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Sunday, February 15, 2026. His Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2026 in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway at 12:00 pm....

Thomas Allen Farr went home to be with his Savior February 19, 2026 with his beloved family by his side. Tom was born September 6,1941 in Charlotte, North Carolina to Mr. William Farr and Margaret Harris Farr and spent his childhood in Buckhead, Atlanta Georgia. He graduated from Duke University,...

John W. Lang, 99, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026. John was born August 4, 1926, in Ridgewood, Queens, New York, to the late Adam and Emma Lang. He was a graduate of Long Island University and proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He was an engineer...

Samuel E. Carroll Jr., 82, of Galena, MD died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on February 19, 2026, at Compass Hospice in Centreville, MD. Sam was born on December 18, 1943 in Worton, MD at home on the farm to the late Samuel E. Sr. and Lillian Darrell Carroll. He attended schools in...

Timothy Lawrence Hardman, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on February 20, 2026, at University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH. Born in Covington, KY, on June 19, 1947, he was the son of the late Harold Hardman and Elizabeth “Betty” [Erion] Hardman. Tim was...

Voit Gerard A. Gerard Albin Voit radiated warmth, love, and gentleness for 94 years before peacefully passing away early on February 5, 2026. Among his many gifts was an inclination to see the good in whoever he encountered and to encourage that person's better nature by treating them with...

Charles Ellis Moon Sr. passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Taylor Funeral Home.

Ray Mitchell Busby passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Mountain View Funerals and Cremations - Pickens Chapel.

Harry Stevens Bishop July 25, 1938 – February 20, 2026 Harry Bishop, 87, of Folly Beach, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026, surrounded by the family and friends he loved so dearly. He courageously navigated the challenges of dementia for the past five years with the same...

Ricky Allen Clendenin, 78, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born on January 13, 1948 in Moline, Illinois to late Richard Clendenin and Flossy Frances Clendenin. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed golf and bowling. He is survived by his children, Bradley...

Robert "Bob" Earl Jones Robert Earl Jones, 90, of Advance, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his family. Born on November 19, 1935, in Mechanicsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Robert Wayne Jones and Miriam Blanche Stum Jones. Robert was the loving...

Dateline: Alton, Illinois Timothy Wayne Gilstrap, 71, went home to the Lord unexpectedly on February 21 2026 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, IL. Tim was known for his love of conversation. He valued staying connected with family, friends, and anyone who took the time to answer his call-...