Sunshine & Sympathy

DEATHS:

November 14, 2024               CHARLIE KLOTZ

Charlie Klotz, age 76, passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, November 10, 2024. He and Diane, his wife of 57 years, moved to Tara Woods 3 years ago. Charlie enjoyed cooking, football, cruises, and boating. In his earlier years, he liked scuba diving. Charlie is survived by his wife, 3 children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A funeral service and interment will be in Fort Mitchell, Alabama on November 21 and 22, 2024. Please remember Diane and the rest of his family in your thoughts and prayers.

November 5, 2024          MARIE COOPER

MARIE COOPER - BORN APRIL 17, 1926-DIED OCTOBER 28, 2024

Marie was born in Glen Cove, NY, became a full-time resident of Tara Woods in 1999 at 2849 Orlenes Street, and, under the loving care of her surviving son, Mark Cooper, relocated to his home in Wampsville, NY in 2021. Marie died peacefully in her sleep.

At Tara Woods, Marie quickly became an integral part of a Sunday afternoon movie group of 5 ladies who also enjoyed dinner following each movie.  In this group, she was especially close to a nearby neighbor, Grace Formale.

Marie was the proud mother of two sons, Robert (deceased 2019), Mark, three granddaughters, and three great-grandchildren (two boys, and one girl).

Cards sent to her family for her son Mark, at 220 Daniels Drive, Wampsville, NY 13163 would be greatly appreciated.

November 4, 2024                   CAROLYN ESPOSITO

Carolyn Esposito, Age 79, passed away Friday, October 11, 2024, after a 10-week hospital and rehab stay. Carolyn moved to Tara Woods over 30 years ago and resided on Steamboat Loop. She was an avid reader and enjoyed sudoku and crossword puzzles. A service for Carolyn will be at 11 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church, 20115 N. Tamiami Trail, North Ft Myers FL 33903. Cards may be sent to her brother, Robert Anderson at 2864 Steamboat Loop, Lot 286, North Fort Myers, FL 33917. Please keep Carolyn’s family in your thoughts and prayers.

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DEATH OF A LOVED ONE:
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ILLNESSES:

November 11, 2024            RON FABISZAK

Ron Fabiszak was taken to Cape Coral Hospital on Friday, November 8, 2024. He is undergoing tests. Cards may be sent to him at 19228 Potomac Circle, Lot 699, North Fort Myers, Fl 33917. Please keep Ron and Mary Ellen in your thoughts and prayers.

November 1, 2024                    DONNA SEALY

In April 2023, Donna Sealy was diagnosed with Gullian Barre Syndrome (GBS). She couldn’t move from the neck down. After the hospital could do no more for her, she was transferred to a rehab facility. She now can move her feet a little, hold a spoon to feed herself, comb her hair, and brush her teeth. Greg, her spouse, visits her every day. He has advanced Parkinson’s Disease and Prostate Cancer. Donna is blessed to have Greg take such remarkable care of her. They have a son in Cape Coral and a daughter in Maryland. Cards of encouragement may be sent to Donna at 2824 Steamboat Loop, North Ft Myers, FL 33917.

Rich and Judy Girdy have organized a Benefit Dance for the Sealy’s on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Clubhouse. Checks may be made out and sent to Rich Girdy at 258 Tara Blvd, Lot 222, North Ft Myers, FL 33917. All proceeds will go to Greg and Donna Sealy. Please remember them in your thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Doty
Sunshine