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Viola Taboada Obituary
Dr. Viola Ybanez Taboada, age 85, of Crystal River, Florida was surrounded by her loved ones when she passed away on December 3, 2025. Viola was born in Dumaguete, Philippines and grew up with her parents, Restituto Ybanez and Gabina Ybanez and siblings. She was the youngest of eight children.
Viola moved to Cebu, Philippines to attend Cebu Institute of Medicine to pursue her dream of becoming a physician. During medical school she met her future husband, Dr. Juanito C. Taboada and many lifelong friends. Upon finishing medical school, Viola and husband moved to the United States. After her husband completed his surgery residency, it was Viola's turn to continue her Psychiatry residency. Viola attended the University of Florida where she graduated at the top of her class and received the award for the Most Outstanding Resident. She also served as a Clinical Instructor for the University of Florida Department of Psychiatry (1978-1999).
In 1978, Viola and Juanito moved to Crystal River to start their private practice and build a life for their family. Viola served as Associate Medical Director for the Oaks Mental Health at Seven Rivers Hospital as well as other mental health clinics in the area. In 2021, Viola and Juanito were honored with Lifetime Achievement awards as Healthcare Heros. Viola was a member of the Pilots Club, Lioness Club and active parishioner of St. Benedict Catholic Church.
Viola would always greet you with a warm smile and hug followed by "How are you? Did you eat?" Her passions were her family, friends, her religion, fishing and singing.
Viola is survived by her husband, Dr. Juanito C. Taboada, three children, Aileen Taboada Aqui and her husband Dr. Alex Aqui, John Taboada, Ryan Taboada and wife Leelin Taboada, five grandchildren Lexi Aqui, Veronica Taboada, Rylee Taboada, Michael Taboada, John Ibon and wife Taylor Ibon.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home in Lecanto, FL. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11 a.m. St. Benedict Catholic Church, Crystal River, Fl. The celebrant will be Father Ryzard Stromdoski. Burial will follow at the Fero Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Beverly Hills, FL.
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Wendy Marinelli
December 21, 2025
Leelin & family -
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. May you feel the peace and comfort only our Lord can provide.
-The Marinelli Family
Eddie Mason
December 13, 2025
Dr. Taboada, You´re in our thoughts and prayers love, Eddie and Diane Mason neighbor
Almond
December 11, 2025
Tita Viola was one of a kind. I thought of her as the First Lady of Crystal River when our family moved to the area in 1995. She welcomed us with open arms and unmatched warmth. More importantly, she became a source of strength to me during difficult times over the years. I will miss her a lot but she left an indelible mark on me. I am forever grateful to have had her in my life. My sincerest condolences to Tito, Ai, John, and Ryan and the rest of the family.
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Guido & Shirley Edillon
December 8, 2025
Our deep sympathy and prayers for the family. She was such a special lady and friend.
Shannon Broughton
December 7, 2025
Dr Viola Taboada will always hold a special place in my heart, she inspired me to be a better person, to greet each day with a smile and to let kindness guide my interactions with others.
Thank You Dr Viola for all you showed me. Having you in my life was an honor and blessing that I´m so grateful for.....
Laura H
December 6, 2025
I've known Dr. Viola since she and her husband moved here to Citrus County and have considered it an honor to have known them both as friends and on professional levels. I will always remember Dr. Viola because of her infectious smile and charismatic chuckle laugh. She met everyone with her iconic smile. My deepest sympathy to Dr. Juan and family.
Maria Keller
December 6, 2025
My Condolences,One of the sweetest lady I had the pleasure of knowing
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