All Obituaries

Harvey Joseph Smith passed away on September 25, 2021. Born October 24, 1952, in Calhoun Ga. Son of Albert Joseph Smith and Aileen Freeman. He is survived by his wife June, Children: Jonathan, Joseph, Ahna, Harry (Alyssa & their daughter Gianna “Toodlepoots”), Jared & Leah of Georgia and their children. His Granddogger Avery and Grandkitties Max, Stella, and  Jax. He was predeceased by his parents Albert and Aileen Smith. Harvey grew up in Calhoun, Ga where he...

Lee A.Murray, age 85, devoted wife to her husband Bill and loving mother of four went to be with Jesus on the morning of September 13, 2022. She will always be remembered as a gentle soul, who loved deeply and gave generously. She had a tender heart for animals, gently cared for her plants,and loved her view of the ocean. She loved spending time with her family and going out to eat at local restaurants. Her incredible work ethic led her to become a computer program engineer at Kennedy Space...

Virginia Lafaye Pendarvis born in Sparks, GA, has passed away comfortably at home in Melbourne, FL, with her family present on September 11, 2022.  She was 83 years old.  “Faye” was known as a loving wife, devoted mother, sister, and aunt.  She never met a stranger and was a great friend always ready to chat with a bright smile and quick wit.  Virginia is survived by her husband of sixty-seven years, Reuben Earl Pendarvis Jr, their daughter Pamela and Brad...

Patrick Joseph O'Leary (Patio, Pat, PJ) died peacefully in Viera Hospital, Melbourne, FL on Tuesday, September 6th, 2022. Pat was born in New York City on September 14th, 1961. He lived in London, England and for most of his life in Bergenfield New Jersey. He graduated from Bergenfield High School and lived in Bergenfield until 2019 when he relocated to Rockledge, Florida. He was a former member of the Bergen County Dart Players (ABCD) and the Bergenfield Elks Lodge 1477 for many...

Anne M. Powel  Born: December 5, 1929, Washington DC, Passed away September 3, 2022, Age 92 Daughter of RADM Clinton Alonzo Misson and Mildred Herbst Misson Is survived by her husband Capt. Samuel F. Powel III USNR; Sons, Scott C. Powel, Samuel F. IV and Nancy C. Powel; grand children Jennifer P. Cleva and husband Jon Cleva, Samuel F. V and Meghan Powel, and Sarah Anne Powel; predeceased by sister, Nancy Misson Cooper. Chorister in the St Cecelia Choir of St Albans Church ,...

Kirk Bailey   Melbourne, FL   Kirk Bailey, 50, passed away on Friday September 2, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Kim, and their daughter Mackenzie of Melbourne, FL; his mother Barbara of Melbourne, FL; his brother John of Ballston Spa, NY; and his brother Scott of Encinitas, CA. He was predeceased by his father John of Melbourne, FL.   He was a beloved elementary school teacher in the Melbourne and Satellite Beach, FL areas for over 20 years and a member of...

Yates, Ann Lee Bettis, age 92 years, went to be with Jesus on August 28, 2022. She was born August 9, 1930, in Alexandria, VA. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 64 years, Claude R. Yates III, also of Alexandria. She is also survived by her brother James H. Bettis, a brother-in-law and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Yates Sr, Two nieces Holly and Torrey and seven nieces and nephews and their numerous off-spring. Ann Graduated from George Washington Highschool and attended...

  Ernest Anthony Arico, Jr., local journalist and educator from Melbourne, Florida will forever be remembered in our hearts since his passing on August 27, 2022. He was 67. Whether Ernie was in the newsroom writing, editing, or producing, at the local college or high school teaching, or coaching on the tennis court, Ernie strived to make a positive impact by helping others in the community. He was an avid reader who shared his love of literature with all and a true lifelong New York...

Steve “Esteban” Hall entered God’s care on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at the age of 66. He was born to Esteban Hall and Victoria Madrid Hall on June 19, 1956, in the Panama Canal.  Steve was a devoted family man, active ministry member, and friend to all. He lived for this family when he started to provide as a butcher and later turned his long-life career to Hall Dental Lab. He was a warm, generous, and kind-hearted man that shared his passion for music and was...

Donald Charles Rydeen, 90 was born on March 23, 1932 in Grass Range, Montana and passed away on Saturday August 20, 2022 in Melbourne, Florida. He was baptized in the American Lutheran Church. Don served as Petty Officer Third Class in the Navy during the Korean War.  He went onto Montana State College where he earned his degree in Industrial Engineering and moved to Seattle Washington to work for the Boeing Corporation, where his family expanded to include a wife and two kids. He...