All Obituaries

Diane M. Hughes, age 79, of New Smyrna Beach, died Thursday, September 14, 2023 at her residence. Born in Chicago, Illinois to Edward Klebba and Virginia Knapp, Diane came to the area in 2005 from St. Charles, Illinois. A florist manager, she was a member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, St. John Newman, St. Charles, Illinois, and  Ladies Group CRHP. Diane enjoyed golf, walking the beach, and bowling. She loved horses. Diane’s greatest wish came true when she became a...

Jo enjoyed many happy times with her family and friends, over her 93 years bringing love and life to the world.  She volunteered for nearly 20 years delivering Meals on Wheels in Volusia County.  She has supported numerous charities in the family’s name over the years, most in support of Veterans programs.  She enjoyed nightly Happy Hour and weekly dinners out laughing with many dear friends on Bouchelle Island and holiday celebrations with her ever-expanding family...

Michael P. McCormick, age 82, of Edgewater, died in the arms of his loving wife at their home on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.  Born in Waverly, New York to Paul and Mary Broderick McCormick, Michael came to the area in 1991 from Owego, New York. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and sang in the choir; member of Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, St. Vincent de Paul, and the  Knights of Columbus, First Degree. Michael had a passion for deer hunting, and loved...

Brooke Noel Williams, age 28, died Monday, September 4, 2023 at AdventHealth Daytona Beach. Born in Orlando, to Pamela Jane Williams, Brooke came to the area in 1995 and was a lifelong Florida resident. A 2013 graduate of New Smyrna Beach High School, she participated at Arc and Easter Seals. She loved music, dancing, coloring books, and bowling. Brooke was a computer wiz and would always make people smile, she truly loved people. Brooke will be missed by all that knew and loved...

Margaret Buffy Phinney, 3/29/73 - 8/29/23 Maggie to all who knew her. Maggie had a very kind heart and always tried to see the good in people. If someone was unkind, she chalked it up to they were having a bad day. Maggie loved God and loved people.  She was a very sweet and kind person. Her favorite job was being a hostess at our local Chick-Fil-A in Edgewater. She worked there until severe health issues required her to stop work. Maggie passed very unexpectedly on Tuesday...

Donald Lynn Shobert, 71 passed away Monday, August 28 at home.  Don was born in Pennsylvania to Ronald & Oral Shobert. Don served 47 years in the ministry. His career included serving as a pastor and chaplain at both Bert Fish Medical Center and Halifax Health. He retired in 2017.  Don loved his family immensely and nothing brought him more joy than spending time with them. He was always ready for an adventure, including climbing lighthouses.  In 1960 he met the love of...

Peter P. Cramer, age 74, of Edgewater, died Monday, August 28, 2023 at his residence. Born in Rockville Centre, New York to Peter P. and Marion G. McGee Cramer, Peter came to the area in 2019 from Ft. Lauderdale. A hairdresser, he liked to paint and enjoyed watching television. Peter loved his family dearly and will be missed by all that knew and loved him. Survivors include his two sisters, Pat Dooley, of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Michele (Paul) Kowalczik, of Cocoa; three nieces, Erin...

Cecil Selman Sr., age 87, died Sunday, August 27, 2023 at his residence. Born in Kingston, Georgia to John Dial and Ollie Mae Chapman Selman, and was one of eight children. Cecil came to the area in 1966 from Rome, Georgia. Owner and operator at Cecil’s Phillips 66 Gas Station since 1972 then changing to Cecil’s Mobile Home & RV Parts & Servicer in 1984. Cecil was a charter member of Bella Vista Baptist Church. He loved fishing and listening to music. Cecil was a devoted...

Daniel L. Rainboth (a/k/a Dr. Dan), of Edgewater passed away on August 25, 2023.  He is survived by his love, Shirley (a/k/a) Squirrel); his parents Harold and Esther Weber; siblings, Donald - deceased (Kelly), Richard (Michelle), Kay (Tom), George (Debbie), and Heidi (Scott). Also his niece, Ashley (Chris) and son, Austin; niece, Brittany (Jon); nephews, Dan (Jenna) and Joe. Dan loved working on small engines, Nascar, crossword puzzles, but his favorite was Jeopardy and answering the...

Carl Henry Lytle, aged 87, of New Smyrna Beach, FL, died Monday, August 21, 2023. He passed at Halifax Health Hospice of Edgewater. He was born in Potsdam, New York to Henry Lytle and Pauline Lytle(Dow); Carl and his wife Linda came to the area in 1992 from Schenectady, NY. He was a graduate of St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY. As an educator, he taught at Stratford in Schoharie, NY, where he served as a teacher, guidance counselor, and busy golf coach. Carl was a member of the NY...