All Obituaries

Loraine Fox Kennelly, age 61, of New Smyrna Beach, died, Sunday, May 12, 2019 at Halifax Health Hospice in Edgewater.  Born with dual citizenship in Ayr, Scotland to James Fox and Vera Glover; Loraine came to the U.S. in 1984.   A member of Edgewater Alliance Church, Loraine was a server in the restaurant industry.  She loved to educate herself through online research, and also loved to travel.  Loraine was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and will be truly missed...

Mina Ann Theresa Brennan Wales was born on October 8, 1929 to Charlotte and Joseph Brennan in New York.  At the age of 55, Mina accepted the Lord as her personal Savior. She looked forward to her visits from her pastor. Mina went to be with the Lord on May 8, 2019 at 89 years of age.                  Mina was raised in New York and graduated from Oriskany High School in NY.                 She...

Kathie Lynn Lewis, age 63, of Edgewater, died Thursday, May 9, 2019 at her home.  Born in Charles Town, West Virginia to James and Shelby Jean Wade Cook, Kathie came to the area in 2018 from Orlando.   A homemaker, Kathie was a very strong lady and would do anything for anyone.  She was a great mother and wife and loved everyone. Kathie enjoyed fishing and bingo.  She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.   Survivors include her husband of 45...

Daniel M. Stojak, age 67, of South Daytona, died Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Advent Health New Smyrna Beach.  Born in Harvey, Illinois to Theodore and Mary Moskalik Stojak, Dan came to the area from Hazel Crest, Illinois and was a longtime Florida resident.   A member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Hazel Crest, Illinois, he attended Marian Catholic High School.  Dan was a professional PGA golf caddy for over 20 years.  He was the caddy for Scott Simpson and Loren Roberts,...

William Irving King, age 84, of Daytona Beach, died Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Coastal Health and Rehabilitation Center, Daytona Beach.  Born in Chelsea, Massachusetts to Ambrose and Rachel M. Russell King, Mr. King moved to the area in 1994 from North Grafton, MA.   Mr. King served in the US Navy.  He worked and retired from New England Electric System, serving as the purchasing agent.  He received a Bachelor degree in Accounting from Bentley College, Boston,...

Harry Savells, Sr., age 76, of Edgewater, died Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Advent Health Daytona Beach.  Born in Louisville, Kentucky to Calvin H. Sr. and LaMoyne  Savells, Harry came to the area in 2004 from Louisville, KY.   A member of Beargrass Christian Church, Louisville, KY,  Harry was a retired Industrial Arts teacher, his most important moments were spending time with his family and he enjoyed woodworking, woodworking and more woodworking.  Harry was a...

Tom Pappas, age 76, of New Smyrna Beach, died Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at Advent Health, New Smyrna Beach, Fl. Born in Chicago, Illinois to James and Penelope Galanopoulos Pappas, Tom came to the area in 1981 from Chicago. Owner of The Beacon Restaurant for many years, Tom loved bringing family and friends together with his wonderful cooking. He was a kind, caring and loving brother and friend. He loved his dog, Molly, and will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Survivors include...

Lillian P. Malmberg, age 68, of  Edgewater, died Friday, May 3, 2019 at Halifax Health Hospice, Edgewater.  Born in Gastonia, North Carolina to Vance and Sarah Oates Pennington; Lillian came to the area in 1996 from Tallahassee.     An Administrative Assistant in education, Lillian was a member of Port Orange Church of the Nazarene, and a former member of the New Smyrna Beach Lions Club.  She enjoyed walking the beach and for several years participated in...

John E. Lewis Sr., age 76, of Edgewater, FL passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Wednesday May 1, 2019 . Born in Hornell, NY, he was the son of Claude & Margaret (Matthews) Lewis.    John grew up in Thatcherville, NY and married Leah Rodgers from Canisteo, NY in 1963. John and Leah resided in various parts of upstate New York.     He was an avid dart player and loved watching NASCAR and his beloved Buffalo Bills. John was involved in...

Eugene “Sonny” O’Sullivan, age 71, of Edgewater, died Saturday, May 4, 2019 at his residence.  Born in Bristol, Connecticut to Eugene and Anna Gertrude Barnes O’Sullivan; Sonny moved to this area 31 years ago.     A mechanic, truck driver, and heavy machine operator; Sonny owned and operated Sonny O’s Auto Sales and then worked for the city of Edgewater for 13 years until he retired.  He was a baseball, basketball, soccer and flag...