Obituaries

Published in The News-Press from September 16 to September 20, 2009 - Mary "Peggy" Yackulich, of Lehigh Acres, passed away Monday, September 14th, 2009. She was the loving wife to John Yackulich for many wonderful years. She is daughter to Harold Young, Sr. and the late Zelma Young. In addition to her husband, Mary is survived by son, Jeremy Yackulich and daughter, Robyn Yackulich, as well as 8 brothers and sisters. Mary was preceded in death by daughters Melanie and Rebecca Yackulich. Visitation will be held 6 - 9PM Monday September 21st, 2009 at Anderson - Patterson Cremation and Funeral Services, located at 2701 Lee Blvd. Lehigh Acres, FL 33971. (239) 368-7080. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 AM Tuesday September 22nd, 2009 at St. Cecelia Catholic Church 5632 Sunrise Dr. Fort Myers, FL 33919. Interment will be in Lee Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the National Alliance for the Mentally ILL 5020 Tamiami Trail N. #110 Naples, FL 34103. Condolences may be sent by visiting: http://www.andersonpatterson.com

   Fort Myers News-Press, August 3, 2011 - John Russell "Rusty" Yancey, Jr, 47, of Alva, FL, passed on July 31, 2011. He was born August 23, 1963. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Leanne Yancey. He is survived by his parents Russell (Carol) Yancey and Jo Ann (Floyd) Greenwell and his children Jason (Christie) Yancey, Miranda Yancey, Cody Yancey and one grandchild Rylee Anne Godwin. Also surviving his brothers Patrick Yancey and William Stagner and many relatives. A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, August 6, 2011 at 11 am to 2 pm at The Yancey Riverfront. Memorial Contributions may be made in John "Rusty" Yancey's name to Hope Hospice of Lehigh, 1201 Wings Way, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936.

Fort Myers News-Press, 7 Dec 2007 -- Leanne Denise Yancey, age 42, of Alva, passed away December 5, 2007 in Alva. She was born July 19, 1965 in Fort Myers. She resided in Alva for the past twenty-six years and was a lifelong resident of the area. Leanne was a lifelong member of 4-H.Survivors include her husband: Rusty Yancey, sons: Jason and Cody Yancey of Alva, daughter: Miranda Yancey of Alva, parents: David and Rose Marie (Bryant) Porter of N. Fort Myers, brother: Jamie Porter (Karen) of N. Fort Myers, mother-in-law: Joanne Greenwell (Floyd) of Alva, father-in-law, Russell Yancey (Carol) of Alva, great-grandmother: Jewell Mottaz of Alva, grandfather: Pat Anderson of Alva, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 8, 2007, 10:00 am at Graveside at Alva Cemetery Rev. Norman Walker and Pastor L.W. Howard officiating. Visitation will be Tonight from 7-9 p.m. at the Akin-Davis Funeral Home in Fort Myers. Pallbearers will be Jason Yancey, Jamie Porter, Jimmy Roberts, Donnie Wallin, Billy Stagner and T.J. Armata. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Fort Myers.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, August 20, 1932 - George W. Yarbrough, 68 years old, was accidentally drowned some time early yesterday morning in a small creek near the old road to Fort Myers Beach. A searching party which started out when he failed to return yesterday morning, found the body in 10 feet of water underneath the anchored craft. Sheriff F. B. Tippins and Constable D. M. Ramsey investigated and said they believed Yarbrough had suffered a heart attack and fell overboard. The body was brought to the Lawrence A. Powell funeral home. Funeral arrangements were held up until word could be received from a sister, Mrs. Laela Dorothy of Miami, and a daughter, Miss Goldie May Yarbrough of Lake Butler. Yarbrough came to Fort Myers three years ago from Miami and had been employed as a shell collector for Rupert's novelty store, which makes the shells into trinkets and souvenirs for northern markets. Following the official investigation, no inquest was considered necessary. Yarbrough left the beach in his boat Thursday night. He was last reported about midnight when fishermen said they had heard his boat engine. When he failed to return yesterday morning, Grover Hackney organized a searching party and the anchored craft was found in the little creek. Marvin Bennett and another youth dove into the water to search for the body and reported a dark object underneath. Russell Blemke dove to the bottom and tied a rope to the body. August 21, 1932, Funeral services for George W. Yarbrough, fisherman who was accidentally drowned Friday morning neart Fort Myers Beach, were held yesterday afternoon at the Lawrence A. Powell chapel. The Rev. W. H. Edwards officiated. Burial was in the Fort Myers Cemetery. Two sons of Mr. Yarbrough arrived from Miami to attend the service. They are A. O. and M. F. Yarbrough. Mr. Yarbrough had lived here for three years and was employed as a shell collector. His body was recovered from 10 feet of water on a small creek. Investigators said he had suffered a heart attack and fallen overboard.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS - April 13, 1940 William Edward Yates, 79, died yesterday morning at his home in Russell Park after a long illness. He had made his home in Lee County since 1923, coming from Brooksville, Fla. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Harriet Yates; a brother, Arthur, and a sister, Miss Helen Yates of England. Funeral services will be held at 3 o'clock this aftgernoon at the Lawrence A. Powell funeral chapel on First Street with the Rev. Leroy Crider officiating. Pallbearers will be G. C. Gatlin, A. Jackson, W. Whiting, Horace Underwood, Nate Blount and Mr. Green. Interment will be in the Fort Myers Cemetery.

Southwest Florida Online, March 11, 2012 - Patricia Ellen Yawn,  70, of LaBelle , passed away March 8, 2012 in LaBelle. She was born August 23, 1941 in Fort Myers, the daughter of the late Jerry Everett Freeland and the late Wilma Juanita (Popwell) Freeland. She is survived by husband of 55 years: Valda E. Yawn, daughters; Brenda Lee Lastinger, Patricia Ann Yawn and Regina Sue Smith, grandchildren; James Edward Lastinger II, Brandy Lee Miller, Valda Eugene Yawn White, Patrick Anderson White and Shannon Eugene Yawn Raiche, great-grandchildren: Emma Lauren Yawn White, Christian Michael Miller, Anna Lee Miller, Jude Michael Miller and Mercy Lee Miller, brother; James Freeland and sister; Jacqueline Jennette Cherrington. A memorial service will be Sunday, March 11, 2012, 2:30 p.m. at Life Ministries in LaBelle with Pastor George Rodriguez and Pastor Asia Rodriguez officiating. Patricia was a loving wife and mother and now rests in the arms of God. Cremation Arrangements by: Akin-Davis Funeral Home- LaBelle

The News-Press on 2/1/2009--Sheila M. Yeager, 78, of Cape Coral, passed away on Wednesday. She was born in England to the late Thomas and Winnifred Kirkham, and was preceded in death by her husband, William in 1979, and grandson, Kenneth in 1981. She is survived by her daughter, Sheila (Dennis) Brooks of Florida; son, William (Barbara) and granddaughter, Christa Yeager of Baltimore; granddaughter and grandson, Cindy R. Sharkey and Philip V. Brooks of Florida; 3 sisters, Doreen, and twins, Pauline and Brenda; twin brothers, Morris and Sydney; and god-daughter, Adele all from England. She leaves behind her 30 year loving companion, Hugh Devlin; "daughters", #2 Linda King, & #3 Vicki Fewell; and numerous faithful lifetime friends. Visitation will be at Lee Memorial Park Funeral Home, 12777 SR82, Fort Myers, FL, on Monday, February 2, 2009, from 5-7 pm, and Tuesday from 10-11 am, with a funeral service to follow at 11 am at the funeral home. Interment will be in Lee Memorial Park Cemetery. 239-334-4880

Ft Myers News-Press, August 17, 2003 - Mildred P. Yedlicka, 97, of Massena, died Thursday. Aug. 14, 2003 at the St. Regis Nursing Home in Massena. She was born April 12, 1906 in Antwerp, the daughter of Henry and Emma (Lareesch) Perry. She graduated from Massena High School and Watertown School of Commerce. She was employed at Alcoa as a secretary. She worked at Alcoa until 1930 and returned to Massena 1988. She married Joseph Yedlicka on July 8, 1929 at St. Mary's Rectory with the Rev. Thomas Burley officiating. Mr. Yedlicka predeceased her on Dec. 10, 1978. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Marion Premo and two brothers, Clyde and Harley Perry. She is survived by her brother Oreson (June) Perry of Massena; a sister Edith Luca of Massena; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mildred P. Yedlicka, 97, of Massena, will be held Saturday at 1:00 PM at St. Mary's Church in Massena with the Rev. Alan D. Shnob presiding. Burial will be in Lee Memorial Park, in Ft. Myers, FL. Calling hours will be held Saturday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Phillips Memorial Home in Massena.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Nov. 28, 1936--Haynes E. Yelvington, 60, special agent for the Peninsula Life Insurance Company, died here early this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. R. G. Lamberton. Mr. Yelvington, who formerly lived in Fort Myers, had made his home in Tampa and was on a visit here. In addition to Mrs. Lamberton, he is survived by a son, Charles, of Lakeland. Funeral arrangements will be made later. November 29, 1936--Funeral services for H. E. Yelvington, 60-year-old insurance agent, will be held at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning at the Lawrence A. Powell chapel with the Rev. F. A. Shore and the Rev. Carlock Hawk officiating. The body will be taken to Tampa after the services here and burial services will be held at the Myrtle Hill Cemetery at 2:30 o'clock in the afternoon with the Rev. John B. Walthour in charge. Pallbearers here will be Cyril Shawcross, Thad Freeney, Mr Allen, Pat LeMoyne, Hoy D. Black and John Jones. Pallbearers at the Tampa ceremony will be associates of Mr. Yelvington in the Peninsular Insurance Company. Mr. Yelvington is survived by a son, Charles E. Yelvington of Lakeland, a daughter, Mrs. R. G. Lambert of Fort Meyrs, a sister, Mrs. Sara Erickson of Deland; and three brothers, Jesse of DeLeon Springs, William Y. of Daytona Beach and Reuben Y. of Seville.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, July 3, 1955 - Cora Melinda Yeomans, a resident of Fort Myers for the past 30 years died yesterday. Funeral services will be held today at 3 p.m. at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church of which she was a charter member, with the Rev. Jasper W. Smoak and Rev. J. W. Swanson, former pastor, officiating. Mrs. Yeomans, a native of Daytona Beach, is survived by her husband, Perry A. Yeomans; a daughter, Mrs. Donnie Dukes of Fort Meyrs; four sons, Aubrey, Dempsey, Sherrill, all of Fort Myers, and Grayble of Savannah, Ga.; a sister, Mrs. Lonie Durden of Winter Haven, three brothers, Will Ricks of Jessup, Ga.; Alphonso and Meda Ricks, both of Winter Haven and 12 grandchildren. Active pallbearers will be Dick Peterson, Elwood Smith, Wilson Langford, Ralph Arnold, James Williams and Ellis Keene. Honorary pallbearers will be Harry Peterson, Floyd Strausbaugh, John Anderson and John C. Martin. Interment will be in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Young-Harvey funeral directors.

  Fort Myers News-Press, December 21, 2006 - Franklin D "Frank" Yeomans, 71, of Tampa, died December 18, 2006. Frank is survived by his wife, Wilma Goodrich Yeomans]; sons, Curtis and Arleigh; daughter, Nancy; brother, Clem; and six grandchildren. A funeral service to honor his life will be conducted 11 a.m. today, December 21, 2006, in the Adams Jennings Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service time. Interment with military honors will be at 1:30 p.m. at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell. FMHS 1954

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Sat. Jan. 14, 1978 - Harrison E. Yeomans, 89, of Ft. Myers, died Friday.  He had been a lifetime resident of this area.  He is survived by one son, Eugene Yeomans of Ft. Myers; 3 sisters: Mrs. Azeline Alderman of Ft. Myers, Mrs. Lessie Smith of Homestead, FL and Mrs. Armeda Parham of Ft. Pierce and 5 grandchildren. Friends may call today at the Harvey Funeral Home.  Funeral service will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Donald F. Kakomoor, pastor of Wesley Memorial United Methodist church, officiating.  Private burial will be at Ft. Myers Cemetery on Monday.  Harvey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Thurs., April 11, 1940--Isaac Yeomans, age 69, died here of a heart attack Tuesday. He is survived by a wife, Saddie, one daughter, Mrs. S. F. Thompson, a sister, Mrs. George Howell of LaBelle, and three sons, Hardy and Leland of Fort Myers and Jessie of Tampa. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Lawrence A. Powell Funeral Home on First street. The Rev. W. F. Singletary will officiate at interment at the Fort Myers Cemetery.

Fort Myers News-Press, 7 Dec 2004-- John Darwin Yeomans born June 13, 1935 passed away Dec. 2, 2004. He was a native of Ft. Myers. John is survived by his son John Yeomans, sisters; LaVerne Arnold and Judy Sims, his Aunts Vera Taylor and June Robinson. A memorial service will be held Thursday, Dec. 9, 7:00 PM at Bethel Assembly of God, Evergreen Road, N. Ft. Myers.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Monday, July 25, 1955 - Joseph Owen Yeomans, 64-year-old retired carpenter and a long time resident of Lee County and Fort Myers, died early Sunday morning at the Veterans Administration Hospital at Bay Pines where he had been a patient since Wednesday. Surviving besides his wife, Mrs. Agnes Yeomans, are three daughters: Mrs. Lucille Harris, Mrs. Irma Jean Patrick and Miss Wanda L. Yeomans; three sons, Roy Lee, Bobby and Wiley L. Yeomans; and one sister, Mrs. Albritton; and a grandson, Johnny Harris. He was a native of Marco and a veteran of World War I. The Rabe O. Wilkison American Legion Post No. 38 would bestow full military honors with complete funeral arrange-ments to be announced later by Young-Harvey, funeral directors.

Fort Myers News-Press, 18 Nov 2006 -- Lillie Mae Yeomans, age 85, of LaBelle, passed away November 16, 2006 in Lehigh Acres. She was born Feb. 14, 1921 in Dunnellon to Fletcher Frank Billups and Joyce Florence (Hale) Billups. She was a resident of LaBelle since 1942.Survivors include her son: Robert Lane (Cheryl) Yeomans of LaBelle, daughter: Susan Juanita Yeomans of LaBelle, Niece: Wanda (Wallace) Fallin of LaBelle, Grandchildren: Chad Everett (Nickey) Yeomans, Matthew Lee Yeomans of Naples and Amy Yeomans of LaBelle and great-grandchildren: Kassie Yeomans and Kirsten Yeomans, both of Fort Myers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Yeomans Jr. Funeral services will be held Sunday, November 19, 2006, 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church Of LaBelle with Reverend Frank Deerey Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Ft. Denaud Cemetery. Visitation will be Today, Nov. 18 from 2-4 p.m. at the Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle.

Fort Myers News-Press, December 11, 2005 - Steven Wade Yeomans, 37, of Cape Coral died Dec. 4, 2005. He was born in Fort Myers, a graduate of Fort Myers High School and Tampa Tech. A member of New Testament Baptist Church and employed at Publix Supermarket. Steve is the son of the late Bobby Yeomans. He is survived by his Mother Darlyne Yeomans and his brother Todd Yeomans, several local extended family members. Memorial service, with fellowship to follow will be held Saturday, Dec. 17th at 10:00 AM at New Testament Baptist Church with Pastor Bill Roan conducting. Memorial contributions may be made to New Testament Baptist Church.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, November 24, 1961-- Wallie E. Yeomans, 68, of 3660 Palm Beach Blvd., died suddenly Thursday. He had been a resident of Fort Myers for the past 36 years. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Madee Jean Yeomans, and two sons, Wallie C. Yeomans and Franklin D. Yeomans of Fort Myers; two brothers, Laf Yeomans of Cleveland, Fla. and Roosevelt Yeomans of Fort Myers and one sister, Mrs. Vennie Fussell of Cleveland. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Leo W. Engelhardt Funeral Home. Interment will be in Fort Myers Cemetery.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Sept. 7, 1931--Funeral services for Zachus Yeoman, 44, who died at his Cleveland, Fla. home Saturday, were held from the chapel of the Lawrence A. Powell Funeral home on First street at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon. The Rev. Mr. Marks of the Church of God officiated.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Dec. 2, 1932--Mrs. Georgia Ann Yoeman,(sic) 61, died at her residence in Cleveland at 5 a.m. yesterday. Mrs. Yoeman had been a resident of Cleveland for many years. Funeral services will be held at the Lawrence A. Powell chapel at 2 o'clock this afternoon with the Rev. J. H. Marks of Fort Ogden officiating. Mrs. Yoeman is survived by three sons, Wallie, LaFayette and Roosevelt; and a daughter, Mrs. Fussell of the East End.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Sept. 19, 1933--An illness of three years' duration ended yesterday in the death of George Yobst, aged 49, at his home on the Bayshore road. He had lived here for about 20 years. Mr. Yobst was born in Germany and came to Chicago from his home overseas before removing to Florida. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Miss Annie Lynne Yobst and Miss Margaret Yobst. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 o'clock tomorrow morning at the St. Francis Xavier church with the Rev. Father R. P. Brennan officiating. Lawrence A. Powell has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Fort Myers News-Press Nov 24, 2008 In loving memory of Sandra Swindal Yorty, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was born on November 2, 1954 to Donald and Ruby Swindle. She went to be with the Lord on November 21, 2008.She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Charles (Bob), son Brad (Jessica), and daughter Kim (Chad), 5 grandchildren Jenna, Jada, Brennon, Johnny, and Chris, her sisters, Donna, Mary, Lori and brother Danny. Visitation will be held on Tuesday November 25, 2008 at Coral Ridge Funeral Home from 6-8 pm. Funeral services will be held at First Assembly West, 133 Pine Island Rd. on Wednesday November 26, 2008 at 2:30.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, April 9, 1936--David S. Youmans, 67-year old Lee county pioneer, was found dead in bed yesterday at his home on Marion street. He apparently died either Sunday or Monday. His body was found by a grandson, T. D. Youmans. A coroner's jury was called by Peace Justice John R. West and Constable Dillard Ramsey and heard witnesses testify that the elderly man had been drinking heavily for a week before his death. Dr. Baker Whisnant examined the body and testified that in his opinion death was due to alcoholism. Funeral services will be held at 11 o'clock this morning at the graveside in Fort Myers cemetery with Fred Lanier officiating. Lawrence A. Powell has charge of arrangements. Survivors are a son, Luby Youmans, and four daughters, Mrs. E. E. Edenfield, Mrs. J. E. Freeland, Mrs. L. F. DesRochers and Mrs. S. L. Bullock.

Eugenia Francis Pearce Youmans

FORT MEYRS NEWS-PRESS Dec. - 30, 1976 - Samuel Luby Youmans, 78, 3704 Marion St., died Wednesday. He was a life time resident of Fort Myers and a veteran of World WarI. He was a member of American Legion Post 38 and opened the first licensed bar in Lee County int he early 1930's. He is survied by his wife, Mrs. Corene Youmans, two daughters,Mrs. Delores Meredith and Mrs. Pat Ellis; one son, Lamar Youmans of Fort Myers; one sister, Mrs. Aleta Edenfield of Gainesville, a half-brother, Roy Johnson of North Fort Meyrs, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Leo W. Engelhardt Funeral Home.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Nov. 13, 1938 - Mrs. Edna M. Youmans, 36-year-old wife of Roosevelt Youmans, died yesterday afternoon at their home at 648 East First street after a short illness. Mrs. Youmans had been a resident of Lee county for 13 years and was a member of the Church of God mission. Funeral services will be held at the Spooner and Engelhardt funeral home at 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon with the Rev. W. F. Singletary and Rev. C. L. Crider officiating. Mrs. Youmans is survived by her husand, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Johns, four sisters, Mrs. Ruby Gibbs of Fort Myers, Mrs. Alice Walker and Mrs. Hattie Baumgardt of Miami and Mrs. Lona Dansby of Lakeland, and two brothers, Milton and Lester Johns of Fort Myers. Interment will be at the Fort Myers Cemetery.

Frances Eugenia Youmans

  Fort Myers News-Press, April 9, 2010 - Linda Gail Young, 73, died at home Wednesday, April 7, 2010. Linda was born in Bartow, Florida and grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida. Linda was a graduate of Edison Community College, Fort Myers, Florida, and Warren Wilson College, Asheville, North Carolina. She was a longtime member of Mensa, the high IQ society. Linda was a founding member of the Space Coast Miata Club. She also belonged to the Antique Car Club of America, The Mercedes Benz Club of America, The German Accent Volkswagon Club and The East Coast Sailing Association. She was a member of The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Michigan Dunes Chapter, Pentwater, Michigan.She is survived by her husband, Chet Young; sons, Mike Young (Donna) of Chatham, Virginia; Frank Hurst (Deb) of Spring Hill, Florida; and daughter, Brenda Hilderbrandt (Ray) of Rothbury, Michigan; also surviving her are her eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.The family wishes to thank the staff of the Space Coast Cancer Center, and Hospice of St. Francis for their wonderful support during this difficult time.

Caloosa Belle, Feb 23 2005-- Mary E. Young, age 78, of Xenia, OH, passed away Feb. 8, 2005, in Xenia. She was born Feb. 28, 1926, in Troy, OH. Mary was a former resident of LaBelle. Survivors include her son: Roger Young and wife Elida of LaBelle; daughter: Rita Miller of Xenia, OH; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, L.E. "Bill" Young and daughter Rebecca Young Snow. Funeral services were held Feb. 13 at the Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle with Reverend James Caves officiating. Interment followed at the Fort Denaud Cemetery. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home-LaBelle.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, May 7, 1933--Eric Younger, owner of a large honey farm at Estero, died early yesterday morning at the Lee Memorial hospital after a brief illness. He was 74 years old. Younger came to Lee county 27 years ago from Colorado, locating near Estero. He lived a comparatively secluded life following a separation from his wife 20 years ago. He was well known here through peddling honey in the city. Several years ago Younger became involved in a squabble with the tribe of Brother Isaiah who had settled on his land. Younger obtained their eviction, and the religious colony moved to California. Services will be held at 3 p.m. today in the Lawrence A. Powell chapel with members of the Seventh Day Adventist church in charge. He leaves no know surviving relatives.

Fort Myers News-Press, 22 Mar 2005-- Gladys Ellen Younger, 78, of Fort Myers, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2005 following an extended illness. She was born March 8, 1927 in Sedalia, Missouri and moved to Fort Myers in 1957. Mrs. Younger was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing and quilting but mostly, enjoyed the time spent with her family and friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Richard Evans Younger, a prominent wildlife artist; three sons: Steven K. Younger (Colleen) of Federal Way Washington, Richard E. Younger, II (Maureen) of Fort Myers and John "Randy" Younger (Debbie) of Charlottesville, Virginia; one daughter: Laura J. Herndon (Reed) of Fort Myers. Also surviving are grandchildren: Steven, Tamara, Leslie, Hayley, McKenzie, Michelle, Evan, Les, Kylie and Julie and two great grandchildren: Bryce and Mark. A private memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 PM on the 3rd. day of April at the residence of Richard E. Younger, II, 6905 Highland Park Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33912. Harvey-Engelhardt-Metz Funeral Home, 1600 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers is handling the arrangements.

Fort Myers News-Press-August 27, 2008- Mabel L. Younger died at her home Saturday in Fort Myers, after a lengthy illness. She was 84. She was born on April 8, 1924 to Lawrence Taylor Maxwell and Pearl Reed Maxwell in Sedalia, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Loren Younger, in 2002, shortly before their 60th Anniversary.She was a 1942 Graduate of Smith Cotton High School in Sedalia, Missouri. She was a war bride, marrying Robert L. Younger on November 1, 1942. Mabel is survived by five sons, Robert L. Younger Jr., and wife Jeri, of Cape Coral, Ronald Alan Younger, of Tampa, Dan Cole Younger and wife Debra, of Fort Myers, Mark Douglas Younger and wife Glenda, of Sarasota, and Corey Maxwell Younger and wife Rene, of Cape Coral. She is survived by thirteen grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. All her adult life she worked as a telephone operator, working, in turn, for Bell Telephone, InterCounty, and Sprint. Mabel took her part in "the Greatest Generation," by supporting her new husband through Army Air Corps flight training in 1942, and 1943, and later as he served as a C-47 pilot in the European Theater of Operations. She replayed that roll as 1st Lt. Younger served in the USAF as a B-26 pilot based in Pusan, Korea.Longing for a warmer climate, the growing family left Missouri in 1955. When Bob saw the palm trees lining the Caloosahatchee, he knew he'd found their new home. As an experienced radio man, he found employment at WINK Radio and TV. Long and vitally involved in southwest Florida social life, Mabel won numerous awards for her humorous entries in the annual "Baby Parade," and saw two sons selected to serve as Junior Kings of Edisonia (1959, 1967).One of Mabel's more distinctive achievements came in 1960 when an orange-based cake she developed won grand prize in the Florida Citrus Commission's bake-off in Winter Haven.One activity that touched many lives yet is largely unknown to any who were not there is Bob and Mabel's central role in the early 60's in forming a new church that would take the name of the drowsy little road they met on, McGregor Baptist Church.Many throughout the United States knew Mabel as an avid collector of salt and pepper shakers. Her collection is known to include over 30,000 different pairs.Interment will follow a private, family ceremony on Thursday morning at Memorial Gardens Cemetery on Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. Friends are welcome to join the family afterward at the Younger home on South St. Andrews Circle.Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907.

Fort Myers News-Press-July 25, 2008- Clarence Edward Youngs, 71, of Fort Myers, Florida passed away July 23, 2008. He was born April 22, 1937 in Flint, Michigan the son of Edward and Mary (Swerdan) Youngs. He moved to Fort Myers, Florida in 1961 where he met and married Jacquelyn Ballard on October 12, 1962. Clarence served in the United States Navy on the USS Wasp Aircraft Carrier. Clarence also served as an Engineer Fire Fighter for 27 1/2 years on the Fort Myers Fire Department.The family of Clarence wishes to thank everyone who has shown such love, kindness, and respect to our beloved husband, father and grandfather. Our deepest appreciation for the prayers, cards, letters, phone calls, food and visits.He leaves to cherish his loving memory, his beloved wife of 46 years Jacquelyn (Ballard) Youngs of Fort Myers, FL, 2 children Virginia Kay (Fred) Oehring of Lehigh Acres, FL, and Anthony (Michele) Youngs of Fort Myers, FL, 4 grandchildren Waylon, Ashley, Dallas, and Shelby, 2 sisters Nancy (Bill) Bryant of Fort Myers, FL and Jean Kindig of Warsaw, IN.Visitation will be on Saturday from 12-1 PM at Broadway Church with funeral services beginning at 1:00 PM. Burial with honors will immediately follow at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Clarence's loving memory may be made to City of Fort Myers Fireman's Fund, Hope Hospice or Broadway Community Church C/O Youth Mission.Funeral arrangements under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907.239-936-0555

Fort Myers News-Press-- 22 Feb 2007 Maria Gina Youngs (nee Marrone), 66, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2007 in Cape Coral, surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 26, 1941 in Bitonto, Italy where she lived until she was 9. She came to America with her family and settled in Bethpage, New York, where she learned to speak English and excelled in school. Always a hard worker, Maria and her brothers and sister worked industriously to help their parent's family business. After getting her associates degree, Maria was introduced to Richard Youngs. They were married in 1969, the year they moved to Delmar, upstate New York. Maria and Rich owned and operated a Carvel ice-cream store, and had two children, Gina and Melina. Maria has lived in Cape Coral since 1982. She was an outgoing, sensitive, generous woman, who worked tirelessly to make sure those around her were happy and taken care of. Selfless and full of love, Maria neglected her own personal needs and sacrificed constantly for the good of others. Maria was an avid animal lover, giving much love to her beloved cat "Annie" and also feeding birds and stray cats. She was dependable and was always there when needed, giving all she had to all she loved. She was a strong believer in God, and prayed for guidance. She survived much hardship-most recently losing her Sunset Towers apartment to Hurricane Charley. Maria was tough and so strong, and an inspiration to all fortunate enough to know her. She will be forever missed by daughter, Dr. Melina A. (Youngs) Esquerre, Melina's husband Francis Esquerre, daughter Dr. Gina M. Youngs, Maria's former husband and close companion, Richard H. Youngs, brothers Herb Marrone (Ann), Ben Marrone (Ann) and Frank Marrone (Ann). Maria also leaves behind many wonderful nieces, nephews, and friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Carmela Marrone, her father, Luigi Marrone, her sister, Melina Centrone, and her brother Jim Marrone Her beloved companion, cat "Annie," will be adopted by daughter Gina. The world will never be the same without you, "Sweetheart." May you finally relax, for you deserve the luxury in Heaven that you never allowed yourself here on Earth. Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday. February 24, at the Metz Funeral Chapel, 1306 Lafayette St., Cape Coral. Interment will follow at Coral Ridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends for viewing one hour prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Gulf Coast Humane Society, 2010 Arcadia Street, Fort Myers, Florida, 33916. Arrangements by the Metz Chapel of Harvey-Engelhardt-Metz Funeral Homes and Crematory, Cape Coral.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Jan. 5, 1955 - Katherine Q. Youngling, a resident of Fort Myers Beach for the past 25 years, died Monday night. Surviving are two nephews, Harry M. Quig, Fort Myers Beach and Mark R. Quig, Fort Myers, and a niece, Mrs. Ray Muntz, Jacksonville. Teh family requests that flowers please be omitted. Services will be held at Fort Myers Cemetery at 2 p.m. Wednesday with Rev. John Rooks officiating. Leo W. Engel-hardt Funeral Home in charge.

Fort Myers News-Press, 2005-02-19-- Lettie E. Zabinski, 89, of Ft. Myers died January 17, 2005, she was born January 22, 1915 a daughter of the late Walter and Matylda Zabinski, she has lived in the local area for over 50 years, she worked for the telephone company in the directory division for many years before retiring in 1980, she was an active member of the Telephone Pioneers. Lettie was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Mrs. Zabinski was predeceased by her sister and brother- in- law Jennie and Lawrence, she is survived by close relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial celebrating her life will be conducted in the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church on Thursday at 11 AM. Interment will be in Ft. Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Fort Myers News-Press, Jan 9, 2005 - Margie Barnes Zammerilla of N. Ft. Myers, FL passed away peacefully at her home on December 28, 2004. She had lived in Lee County since the mid 1930's. Born July 29, 1922 in Chicoraq, MS, she moved to the sawmill town of Slater, FL, where her father worked for the W.P. Dowling Lumber Company one of the largest mills in the South. She was a graduate of Ft. Myers Senior High School class of 1940. Margie was preceded in death by her father and mother, Floyd and Bessie Barnes, her brother, Floyd F. "Tootsie" Barnes and her beloved husband of 34 years, Nick A. Zammerilla, Sr. After her husband's death in 1978, she continued to own and operate Nick's Plumbing Company until her retirement. She is survived by her three children, Nick Zammerilla, Jr. (LInda), David Zammerilla (Sandi) and her beloved daughter and caregiver, Donna K. Neff. Margie was blessed with six grandchildren, David Zammerilla, Jr., Nick Zammerilla, III, Nicole (Zammerilla) Sosa and Lauren, Amanda and Caroline Neff. She also has three great-grandchildren, Francisco, Anthony and Andrew Sosa. In the summer and fall Margie would spend time at her mountain home in Highlands, NC. A place that was very dear to her heart. She was an avid reader and was blessed with many wonderful friends. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.

FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, Thursday, January 29, 1976 -- Russell C. Zemke, Sr., 72, of 700 Palm Lane, died Wednesday.  A native of Buffalo, N.Y., he had been a resident of Fort Myers for the past eight years.  He was a member of Transportation Lodge 842 F&AM of Buffalo, N.Y. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth F. Zemke of Fort Myers; three sons, Raymond Zemke, Russell C. Zemke Jr. and Donald Zemke, all of Buffalo, N.Y.; two sisters, Mrs Bertha Bolz and Mrs. Mildred Esch, both of Buffalo, N.Y.; one brother, Edwin Zemke of Buffalo, N.Y.; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral service will be conducted Friday at 2 p.m. at the chapel of the Anderson Funeral Home, 3654 Palm Beach Blvd. with the Rev. Dwight W. Edwards of Calvary Temple Assembly of God offficiating. Burial will be at Fort Myers Cemetery with Tropical Lodge 56 F&AM in charge of graveside service.  The family will receive friends today from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Calvary Temple.Fort Myers Cemetery, Garden of Memories.

Fort Myers News-Press, February 3, 2009 - Christopher John Zezula 38, of Cape Coral, was born November 8, 1971 in Sarasota, FL and lived life to its fullest until February 1, 2009 when God decided to take him from us at the young age 38. Christopher is survived by his four beautiful children, Christopher, Mia, Michael, and Mikayla. Christopher was the best dad any of us could strive to be, he loved his children more than anything in this world. He was the brother that you wish was yours, and the son that any parent would be proud to say that was theirs, the loving brother of Tommy, Tim, Becky, Jeff, Jake, Jessie, and proud and loving son of Virginia.Christopher was a hard worker, and was a roofer by trade for the past 15 years in Southwest Florida. He enjoyed to play and watch football, even from his days as a kid on the Wyandotte Indians, but most of all he loved life and his family. Now he's at peace with God watching over all of us, we'll miss you and never forget you "Moose".Service will be celebrated on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 8:00 P.M. at Fuller Cape Coral Funeral Home, 3740 Del Prado Blvd. S, Cape Coral, 542-3161. Family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.Fuller Cape Coral Funeral Home-Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements

  Fort Myers News-Press July 27, 2009 Rita (Carroll) Ziegler, 93, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Barrington Terrace Nursing Home with family by her side after a short illness. Rita Carroll Ziegler was born June 4, 1916, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Sheridan and Kathryn Schreiber Carroll and lived in the Mansfield and Ashland, Ohio area until retiring to Fort Myers Beach, Florida in 1976. She met and married Joseph Charles Ziegler in Mansfield, Ohio in 1938. She was a homemaker and worked in the Richlan County court system. She was a graduate of Saint Peters Catholic High School in Mansfield. She and her late husband were members of Church of the Ascension church in Fort Myers Beach, Florida.Surviving are her brother, Thomas A. Carroll of Ruidoso, New Mexico; daughter, Katrina Pearce of Fort Myers, Florida, son, Joseph M. Ziegler of Bonita Springs, Florida, granddaughter, Emily Ziegler of Euless, Texas, three nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph C. Ziegler, on Dec 4, 1983; and a brother, Phillip S. Carroll, July 23, 1996 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.There will be no calling hours, however, a Memorial Mass service will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Church of the Ascension church in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Burial will be in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens in Fort Myers, Florida. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice Care in Fort Myers, Florida.