PAID OBITUARIES

BROWARD COUNTY

Amodeo Amodeo, Anthony, of Sunrise, FL died on June 20, 2003. Kraeer-Becker Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Deerfield Beach.*

Ash Ash, Eugene G., 74, of Pompano Beach formerly of Cuba, NY died Thursday June 19, 2003. He was born on July 12, 1928, the son of George A. and Frances M. (Dearth) Ash in Olean, NY. Mr. Ash was in the insurance industry, he served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War and loved horses. He is survived by his brother, Joseph Ash; niece, Debbie Jones; grandniece, Jennifer Jones; grandnephew, Gregory Jones; and stepmother, Leona Ash. Visitation will be Sunday June 22 at the Kraeer Funeral Home from 6 to 8 PM. Kraeer Funeral Home and Cremation Center 1199 E. Sample Road Pompano Beach

Baker Baker, Robert F. (Bobby), 53, of Plantation, FL passed away on June 19, 2003. He is survived by beloved wife Susan, three loving sons Jeffrey, Scott & Cody; parents Sherman and Lois; brother Steven (Michele) and sister Linda (Steven) Kanner and all who knew and loved him. Chapel services will be held 10:30 AM Sunday, June 22, 2003 at Star of David Memorial Chapel, 7701 Bailey Rd, N. Lauderdale, FL.

Blazier Blazier, Robert, 92, of Hollywood, FL died on June 19, 2003. Fred Hunter’s Hollywood Memorial Gardens Home.*

Boruchow Boruchow, Yetta L., 88, of Plantation, FL died on June 20, 2003. Menorah Gardens and Funeral Chapels.*

DeGennaro DeGennaro, Ann K., 73, of Lake Wales, FL, formerly of Miramar, FL died on June 17, 2003.*

Delos Santos Delos Santos, Rosita Tacay, 67, of North Lauderdale, FL passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at a local hospital. She is survived by her children: Leny Wagner, Tess Boman, Ester Delos Santos, Rogel Delos Santos, Gloria Konrad, Ernesto Delos Santos, Alex Delos Santos, Jocelyn Arriesgado and Gerry Delos Santos; brother Ramon Tacay; and 18 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 28, 2003 at 9:30 AM, in St. Gregory Catholic Church, 200 North University Drive, Plantation, FL. Arrangements by: Baird-Case/Jordan-Fannin Funeral Home 4343 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308 954-492-4000 www.dignitymemorial.com

Diernback Diernback, Mrs. Ruth Wilson, age 84, died Thursday, June 19, 2003 at her residence in Franklin, TN. Mrs. Diernback was born in Gloucester County, NJ, daughter of the late Frank Keen and Maude Thatcher Ross. She was formerly of Plantation, FL and recently moved to Franklin to be with family. She was a homemaker, member of Eastern Star and attended the Presbyterian church. Preceded in death by husband Martina Diernback and grandson Jason C. Wilson. Survived by: Sons; John C. Wilson of Apopka, FL, Wayne Wilson and wife Jackie of Franklin, TN, Stepson; Lance Diernback of Redondo Beach, CA, Grandchildren; Fay; Jeff, Greg and Matthew, Six Great Grandchildren. Memorial services will be conducted 12 Noon Saturday, June 21, 2003 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home with Jesse Freeman officiating. Visitation two hours prior to service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Willowbrook Hospice of Franklin, 1164 Columbia Ave., Franklin, TN 37O64. Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, 3009 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN is in charge of arrangements. 615/794-2289.

Dioguardi Dioguardi, James, 92, of Hollywood, FL died on June 20, 2003. Wintter Family Funeral & Cremation Services, Hollywood.*

Dorer Dorer, Margaret, 90, of Sunrise, FL died on June 19, 2003. T.M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home.*

Dostaler Dostaler, Hazel M., age 95, of Hollywood passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2003. Devoted mother of Joe (Dee) and Gerry (Carl) Corona; brother Kirby Rhodes; sister Tina Stapleton; five grandchildren; Shawn, Kevin (Brenda) and Lauretta Dostaler, Tony (Eileen) Corona and Tina Marie Corona. She was predeceased by her grandson Carl Thomas Corona. Great grandchildren Miranda, Seth Thomas, Heather Dostaler and Kellie Marie Corona. Visitation Sunday 6-8 PM. Funeral Service Monday, June 23, 2003, 10:00 AM at Panciera Memorial Home followed by interment at Southern Memorial Park. She will be greatly missed by all her loved ones, friends and all who knew her. Arrangements by: PANCIERA MEMORIAL HOME 4200 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, FL 33021 954-989-9900 www.panciera.com

Fallon Fallon, Dora, of Coral Springs, FL died on June 20, 2003. Kraeer Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Coral Springs.*

Figueroa Figueroa, Magdalena, of Margate, FL died on June 19, 2003. Kraeer Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Margate.*

Flanigan Flanigan, Robert P., 85, a 24 year resident of Lighthouse Point coming from Waltham, MA, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2003. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Ruth Flanigan; daughters Carol (Leonard) Scafidi, Judi (George) Miller, and Lynne (William) Shea; grandchildren Mark, Leonard (Rosie), David, Christopher Scafidi, Sheryl (Andrew) Barrett, George (Lysa) Miller, and Geoffrey Shea. Great-grandchildren Heather, Jason, George, Michael; Brother A. Russell (Roberta) Flanigan. Sister Faye Lynch and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held Sunday, June 22, 2003 at 11 AM at the funeral home. Friends may call from 10:30 to 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to Hospice of the Gold Coast, 911 E. Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33060 (954) 785-2990 FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME 200 W. Copans Rd, Pompano Beach (954) 784-4000 www.dignitymemorial.com

Fox Fox, Stanley “Sonny”, formerly from Brooklyn, NY, passed away on June 19, 2003 at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Ellen, 3 children; Steven, Joyce, Stuart and his wife Angie, 4 grandchildren; Austin, Ashley, Brooke and Bailey, his Father Harry and Sister Rhoda Sandhouse. Service to be held at the chapel at Menorah Gardens, Davie on Sunday at 11:30am. Donations can be made is his name to Vistas-Hospice, 5420 NW 33 Avenue, Suite 100, Ft. Lauderdale, 33309.

Kirincic Kirincic, Mary, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL died on June 20, 2003. American Burial & Cremation Center At Jennings Funeral Home.*

Kramer Kramer, Mollie, 96, of Sunrise, FL died on June 20, 2003. Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel.*

Livie Livie, Gordon, 75, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL died on June 18, 2003. Aaron Cremation & Burial Services.*

Lorusso Lorusso, Domenica “Lena”, 81 entered into heaven on June 20, 2003. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Mauro; daughter Ann (Mickey) Arrieta; son Dominick (Sandy) Lorusso; granddaughter AnnLisa (Warren) Welsh; great-granddaughters Brittany and Bryanna; and loving family and friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 9:30 AM at St. Gregory Catholic Church. Entombment will take place at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery. www.tmralph.com 954-587-6888.

Luddy Luddy, Margaret, of Hillsboro Beach, FL died on June 20, 2003. Kraeer-Becker Funeral Home & Cremation Center,Deerfield Beach*

Maynard Maynard, Robert Sr., 74, of Dania Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. Kalis Funeral Home, Wilton Manors.*

McCall McCall, Mabel R., 80, of Deerfield, FL died on June 19, 2003. Boyd’s Family Funeral Home, Hollywood Blvd.*

Morse Morse, Ruth N., 102 years, of Ft. Lauderdale passed away June 14, 2003. Resided here for 40 years. Born in Mt. Carmel, PA. She a teacher in the Schools in Bloomfield, NJ. She received her B.S. Degree in Education at NYU. Survived by June Peterson, niece and other nieces and nephews. Funeral Services at AAA Baird-Case Funeral Home June 23, 2003 at 11 AM. Interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ft. Lauderdale.

Penick Penick, James Orr II, Coconut Creek, FL and Bangor, ME, 76, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2003 after a brave battle with cancer. He was born in Ft. Worth, TX, April 3, 1927, the son of James Sr. and Ethel (Church) Penick. Jim graduated from the University of Miami, and went on to proudly serve in the US Army in the Korean War. Later he became a successful and respected real estate developer in Florida and New England. Jim will be remembered to all who loved him as a kind, gentle man who treasured life. He had a way of finding the silver lining in every cloud, with his refreshing optimistic and sociable attitude. He was especially fond of animals, and showed selfless devotion to lucky cats, dogs, and horses. His parents and his sister, Joan McLay, predeceased Jim. He is survived by sons Brian Penick and wife Ana of Coral Springs, FL, and Kevin Baker of Glenburn, ME. His granddaughter, Brian and Ana’s daughter Tara Penick will also miss him. He is also survived by special “daughter” Kerry (Sweet) Pratt, and her husband David of Clifton, ME, cousin Steve Gray of NYC, and many close friends in Florida and Maine. Of special note is Joy Fortunato, who was Jim’s pal during his final years. His final resting place will be with his family in Clinton, OK. Friends who wish may contribute in his memory to the ASPCA,your local Humane Society, or just help an animal in need. Services will be Sunday June 22, 1:00 PM at Kraeer Coral Springs, FL. Dad’s Quote: “Blaze your own trail kid”.

Psoinos Psoinos, Dino, 74, of Pembroke Pines, FL died on June 19, 2003. Scarano Funeral Home, Pines Memorial Chapel.*

Pye Pye, Cedric M., 93, of Margate, FL died on June 19, 2003. Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Pompano.*

Rapaport Rapaport, Morris, 85, of Coconut Creek, FL died on June 20, 2003. Star of David Memorial Chapel, North Lauderdale.*

Raya Raya, James Alexander, 71 of Hallandale passed away June 18, 2003. Survived by his son James Raya; daughters Mary Ann Russano, Jeanette Rodriguez and Alexis Burns; and 6 grandchildren. Services entrusted to AARON CREMATION & BURIAL SERVICES.

Ritchie Ritchie, Claire Breen Seuss, age 81 of Oakland Park passed away on Friday, June 20, 2003 after an extended illness. A talented local artist, Claire had been a local resident since 1958, coming from Worcester, MA. Predeceased by her husbands: George Herbert Seuss and William Ritchie and by daughter, Ellen Seuss Evans, she is survived by her loving children: Suzanne (Seuss) Perez, George Daniel Seuss, and Catherine Seuss Jarkesy; by stepdaughter, Lois Ritchie Ottman; by sisters: Barbara Kennedy and Terese Donohue; by brother, Jack Breen; nine grandchildren; and by four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8PM Sunday, June 22nd at the funeral home. Funeral services are pending in Massachusetts for next week. Arrangements were made by: KRAEER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER 4061 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-565-5591

Roloff Roloff, Kenneth, Jr., of Coconut Creek, FL died on June 20, 2003. American Burial & Cremation Center At Jennings Funeral Home*

Romero Romero, Rebeca, 78, of Pembroke Pines, FL died on June 19, 2003. Van Orsdel Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Pembroke Pines.*

Rosales Rosales, Guadalupe, 98, of Hallandale, FL died on June 20, 2003. Panciera Memorial Home, Hollywood.*

Runte Runte, Anna Marie, 85, of Lighthouse Point, FL died on June 11, 2003. She was born in Nesquehoning, PA. A former resident of Cinncinnati, OH, where she and her late husband owned and operated a Hardware Store. She was a retired, Lt. Commander in the U.S. Navy, serving as a Naval Nurse. A member of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church in Pompano Beach and was on the board of the Lighthouse Terrace Board of Directors. She was the widow of the late George Charles Runte and is pre-deceased by her sister, Mary Grazel. Survived by her sister, Julie Knies of PA and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. A Service will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2003 at 10:30 am at the Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati, OH. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. KRAEER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER 1199 E. SAMPLE ROAD POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064 (954) 946-2900

Russo Russo, Benjamin, 84, of Pembroke Pines, FL died on June 19, 2003. Scarano Funeral Home, Pines Memorial Chapel.*

Schwartz Schwartz, Paul, 86, of Pembroke Pines, FL died on June 19, 2003. Riverside Gordon Memorial Chapels.*

Sussmane Sussmane, Martin P. Predeceased by his wife Fay, survived by sons; Kenneth and Dr. Jeffrey, a sister Bonnie Sussmane and 6 grandchildren. Contributions to Star, Inc (Society for the Advancement of the Retarded) 182 Wolpit Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851, or Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, 3000 SW 62nd Ave., Miami FL 33155. Services to be held in NJ on Sunday. For information “Wien & Wien” 1-800-322-0533

Teich Teich, David, of Sunrise, FL died on June 20, 2003. Star of David Memorial Chapel, North Lauderdale.*

Ward Ward, Dolores M., 68, of Margate, FL passed away June 19, 2003, at her residence. Formerly of Deerfield Beach she had been a resident of Margate for 11 years. She is survived by her husband, John L. Ward of Margate; a son Richard (Cathy) Ward; three daughters, Linda (Doug) Ward, Judy (Mark) Harris and Susan (Benny) Austin; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister Gloria Breadlau. Memorial funeral services will be held Sunday, June 22, 2003 at 4:30 PM at the funeral home with Rev. Joe Flores of Hospice Care of Southeast Florida officiating. Those who wish may send contributions in her memory to Hospice Care of Southeast Florida, Inc., 309 S.E. 18th St., Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Arrangements by: KRAEER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTER 1655 University Dr. Coral Springs, FL 33071 (954) 753-8960

Young Young, Helen, of Pompano Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel.*

Zimmerman Zimmerman, Gladys, of Tamarac, FL died on June 19, 2003. Mason Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Tamarac.*

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Baillie Baillie, Katherine, 88, of Miami Shores, FL died on June 19, 2003. Kalis Funeral Home, Wilton Manors.*

Blum Blum, Henry, of North Miami, FL died on June 19, 2003. American Burial & Cremation Center At Jennings Funeral Home.*

Maillard Maillard, Eric Franklin, 54, of Miami, FL died on June 18, 2003. Aaron Cremation & Burial Services.*

Pryor Pryor, Brenda, 50, of Miami, FL died on June 20, 2003. Fred Hunter’s Hollywood Memorial Gardens Home.*

PALM BEACH COUNTY

Aronson Aronson, Gussie, 85, of Greenacres, FL died on June 19, 2003. Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel.*

Bangle Bangle, Daphne, 80, of West Palm Beach, FL died on June 18, 2003. All County Funeral Home & Crematory.*

Banks Banks, Gladys, 94, of Lake Worth, FL died on June 18, 2003. All County Funeral Home & Crematory.*

Bauer Bauer, Douglas William, 48, of Boca Raton went to be with the Lord on June 17, 2003. Doug and his close friend, Steve Ross, were returning from a mission trip to the Bahamas when they were involved in a mid-air collision. Doug, the son of the late Mr. Richard and Mrs. Amelia K. Bauer, was born February 26, 1955 in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. He grew up in Newark, Delaware and moved to Florida when he was sixteen. He attended University of Miami and National Chiropractic College in Lombard, Illinois. He loved the Lord and his family dearly. He is survived by his wife Beverly, children Brittany and Jordan, and one brother Richard Bauer of Hampton, New Hampshire. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Boca Raton Community Church, Benevolent Foundation of the Doug Bauer family, P.O. Box A, Boca Raton, FL 33429. Family visitation will be Saturday, June 21, 6:00-8:00 at Boca Raton Community Church, 601 NW 4th Avenue. Memorial service will be Sunday, June 22, at 4:00 at Boca Raton Community Church.

Bendixen Bendixen, Jessie C., Jr., 81, of Boynton Beach, FL died on June 20, 2003. A Cremation Service Of The Palm Beaches.*

Brumage Brumage, Jerry, of Boca Raton, FL died on June 20, 2003. Kraeer-Becker Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Deerfield Beach.*

Derer Derer, Sheldon, 72, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL died on June 19, 2003. Menorah Gardens and Funeral Chapels.*

Fischman Fischman, Dr. Daniel M., 85, of Delray Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. Beth Israel Memorial Chapel, Delray Beach.*

Garber Garber, Irving, 85, of Boca Raton, FL died on June 20, 2003. Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel.*

Gonsher Gonsher, Nora, of Boca Raton died on June 11, 2003 at her home in Asheville, NC. She is survived by her husband Bernie, her daughters and sons-in-law; Barbara and Marty Rosenblatt, Debra and David Gonsher-Vinik all of NJ, and Wendy Gonsher and John Holmes of Ft. Lauderdale, her two grandchildren; Kenny and Cory Rosenblatt, and her sister Harriet Epstein of Boynton Beach. A Memorial Service was held in Asheville, NC.

Hirshfield Hirshfield, Jack, 85, of Delray Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. Weiss Memorial Chapel.*

Isaacson Isaacson, Doris, 86, of Royal Palm Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. A Cremation Service Of The Palm Beaches.*

Jacobson Jacobson, Roslyn, 82, of Boynton Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. Beth Israel Memorial Chapel, Boynton Beach.*

King King, Helga, 81, of Lake Worth, FL died on June 19, 2003. All County Funeral Home & Crematory.*

Linsley Linsley, Ruth I., 84, of Delray Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. A Cremation Service Of The Palm Beaches.*

Lippman Lippman, Florence, 75, of Boynton Beach, FL died on June 19, 2003. Beth Israel Memorial Chapel, Delray Beach.*

Preide Preide, Adela L., 68, of Boca Raton, FL died on June 15, 2003. A Cremation Service Of The Palm Beaches.*

Ross Ross, Stephen James, 46, went to be with the Lord on June 17, 2003, following a mid-air collision over Deerfield Beach, when the small plane he was piloting was returning from delivering supplies to an orphanage in the Bahamas. Steve Ross was born in Allentown, PA, and grew up in Wheaton, IL. He graduated from Moody Bible Institute (1979), received his pilot’s license from Moody Aviation in Elizabethton, TN, graduated from Wheaton College (1982) in Illinois, and received his Masters in Ministry from The Moody Graduate school in 1998. Steve worked for Youth for Christ in suburban Chicago from 1981 through 1984, when he moved to Florida to serve as youth pastor of Boca Raton Community Church. He had a passion for missions, which led him to Peru where he ministered to and equipped pastors all along the Ucayali River with the South America Mission for eight years. Steve was known for his love for people and his Lord. He is survived by Julie, his wife of 22 years; children Ashley, Jorden, Benjamin, and McKenzie; parents Art and Ruth Ross of Wheaton, IL: and brothers Larry Ross of Carrollton, TX and David Ross of Wheaton, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to out to the Ross Family Fund c/o Boca Raton Community Church, 601 N.W. 4th Ave., Boca Raton, FL 33432. There will be a visitation at Boca Raton Community Church, located at 601 N.W. 4th Avenue in Boca Raton on Saturday, June 21 from 6:0O-8:00 PM. A memorial service will he held at the same location on Sunday at 4:00 PM.

Smith Smith, Forrest, 58, of Palm Beach, FL died on June 18, 2003. All County Funeral Home & Crematory.*

Tyler Tyler, Elizabeth M., 86, of Delray Beach passed away on Friday, June 20, 2003 at Hospice by the Sea Care Center in Boca Raton. Mrs. Tyler is formerly of Lakeville Road in Clarcona, Florida. Mrs. Tyler is survived by her 3 children, William (Sarah) Tyler, James (Beverly) Tyler, & Elizabeth (Jerome) Scheib; granddaughter Cynthia Diaz; and 2 great-grandchildren Robbie & Christopher Diaz. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 24 at Emmanuel Catholic Church in Delray Beach. The Babione Funeral Home (East Chapel) in charge of arrangements.

Vitalo Vitalo, Antoinette, 89, of Boca Raton, FL died on June 19, 2003. Babione Funeral Homes, Boca Raton.*

OUT OF AREA

Houston Houston, Robert W., 82, of Pensacola, FL died on June 19, 2003.

Pirrotta Pirrotta, Carmela, 92, of Wilmington, died on June 20, 2003. Boyd’s Family Funeral Home, University Drive.*