Obituaries

Daniel Garrison

Jul 4, 2017

Daniel Garrison, 48, of Lehigh Acres, Florida passed away on July 4, 2017. He was born in Schenectady, New York on January 6, 1969. Garrison served his community working in transportation as a truck driver. Daniel is the son of Daniel Ward and Julia Garrison, and leaves behind his wife, Stacey Ann Garrison. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has...

Steve Robinson

Jul 3, 2017

Steve Robinson, 48, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away on July 3, 2017. He was born on November 14, 1968 in Fort Myers, Florida. Steve is the son of Dorothy Robinson and John Chant. He served his community working as a laborer. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. Our most sincere sympathies go out...

Vincent S. Schachner

Jul 3, 2017

Vincent Schachner, 76, passed away suddenly July 3.  He is survived by his wife Rose; sons Kurt (Casey), Stephen (Whitney) and Tony (Robin); grandson Chase; and sister Alison (Lee).  He was predeceased by his twin sister Sally.  Vince was a retired police officer from Prince George's County, MD.  He volunteered for 30 years with Crime Solvers (MD) and Crime...

Christine L Yunker

Jul 2, 2017

Christine L. Yunker, 68, of Lehigh Acres, Florida passed away on July 2, 2017. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on March 31, 1949.  Yunker graciously served her community working for the county and government as a social worker. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with her arrangements. We send our deepest condolences to her...

Scott Octave Frost

Jul 2, 2017

Scott Octave Frost, 65, of Cape Coral, Florida passed away on July 2, 2017. He was born in Flint, Michigan on June 1, 1952. Scott is the son of Mary Lillian and Jack Matthew Frost. He served his community as an entertainer. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. For any further information, please feel...

Scott E Workman

Jul 1, 2017

Scott E. Workman, 37, of Naples, Florida passed away on July 1, 2017. He was born in Wadsworth, Ohio on August 29, 1979. Workman loyally served his community working as a charter boat captain. Scott is the son of Deborah Petrigala and Douglas Workman. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. We send our deepest...

John Short

Jul 1, 2017

John Short, 67, of Lehigh Acres, Florida passed away on July 1, 2017. He was born on August 30, 1949. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. We send our most sincere sympathies to his loved ones during this difficult time.

Jenelle Elizabeth Byrne

Jul 1, 2017

Jenelle Elizabeth Byrne, 31, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away on July 1, 2017. She was born here in Fort Myers on July 23, 1985. Jenelle is the daughter of Kimberly & Christopher Byrne. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with her arrangements.

Jose Ledezma Espinoza

Jun 29, 2017

Jose Ledezma Espinoza, 41, of Bonita Springs, Florida passed away on June 29, 2017. He is originally from Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico. Jose was born on March 11, 1975 to Josefina Espinoza and Guillermo Ledezma Solis. He leaves behind his wife, Rufina Pablo Lopez, and his children. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements.

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Charles M. Mathis

Jun 26, 2017

Charles Michael Mathis, 50, of Bonita Springs, Florida passed away on June 26, 2017.  He was born in East Point, Georgia on April 28, 1967.  Charles is the son of Ila and Charles Mathis.

He loyally served his community in the retail foods industry while working as a meat cutter.  We will never forget his witty personality,...

Eleanor M Gundelach

Jun 23, 2017

Eleanor M Gundelach, 93, of Fort Myers, Florida peacefully passed away on June 23, 2017.  She was born in Chicago, Illinois on January 29, 1924.  Eleanor is the daughter of Louise and Peter J. Hetzel.

She loyally served her community while working in the sewing industry in canvas fabrication.  We will never forget her uplifting personality or...

Steven Fortier

Jun 20, 2017

Steven Philip Fortier, 66, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away on June 20, 2017.  He was born in Berlin, New Hampshire on June 23, 1950.  Steven is the son of Cecilia and Philip Fortier.

He served his community by working in the food sales industry.  Steven was employed as a wholesaler of seafood.  Also, prior to getting...

Donald Weglarz

Jun 19, 2017

Donald Gregory Weglarz, 70, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away on June 19, 2017.  He was born in Coral Gables, Florida on March 14, 1947.  Donald is the son of Lagena (Green) & Edmond F. Weglarz.

He lived a very successful life.  After graduating & receiving his Bachelors degree, Donald decided to pursue a career in construction. ...

Louis Florio

Jun 19, 2017

Louis Florio, 60, of Cape Coral, Florida passed away on June 19, 2017.  He was originally born in New York, New York  on November 17,1956.  Louis is the son of Theresa and Frank Florio.  He contributed to his community by working in the construction industry.  Prior to his work in the business of building, Louis bravely enlisted and proudly...

Eric Lapierre

Jun 16, 2017

Erica Dennis LaPierre, 46, of Lehigh Acres, Florida passed away on June 16, 2017.  He was born in Canada on November 28, 1970 to his parents Yolande Dickerson and Alphonse LaPierre.  He served his community working in the automotive industry.  Erica was very hard working man who possessed the drive, motivation and the dedication that it took in order...

Rosalie Casimini

Jun 11, 2017

Rosalie Casimini, 94, of Fort Myers, Florida peacefully passed away on June 11, 2017, at Avow Hospice, located in Naples, Florida. She was originally born in New York, New York on July 4, 1922. Rosalie is the daughter of Beatrice L. and Joseph Lotardo, whom both preceded her in death.

She was always very devoted to her...

David P. Granger

Jun 11, 2017

David P. Granger, 38, of Cape Coral, Florida passed away on June 11, 2017. He was originally born in Meridan, Connecticut on February 20, 1979. David is the son of the late, Linda Granger.

He contributed to his community by working in the construction business as a plumber. We will always remember David as a loving father,...

Willard Boyd Caltrider

Jun 10, 2017

Willard Boyd Caltrider, 59, of North Fort Myers, Florida passed away on July 10, 2017. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland on November 15, 1957. Willard is the son of Janet and William Caltrider. He served his community working as a manual laborer. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements.

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Christopher John Chepelevich

Jun 10, 2017

Christopher John Chepelevich, 48, of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away on June 10, 2017 in Fort Myers, Florida. Christopher is the son of Regina M. and John Chepelevich. He was originally born in Tampa, Florida on June 6, 1969.

Christopher was a very well-educated and intelligent man, who enjoyed sharing his knowledge and wisdom with anyone...

James Glover

Jun 7, 2017

James Glover, 86, of Bokeelia, Florida passed away on June 7, 2017. He was originally from England, and was born on July 5, 1930. James graciously served his community while working as an electrician. Gallaher American Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. Our most sincere sympathies go out to his loved ones during this difficult time....