Obituaries
John Petersen
Oct 30, 2011
In loving memory of "Trapper" John Petersen, who passed away peacefully at his home on October 30, 2011, surrounded by his family. He has been a well-known Islamorada personality since he moved here in 1980. He is survived by his love Renee, his daughter Tammy, and numerous family members and friends. Donations in his memory may be made to the...

Richard Oliphant
Oct 19, 2011
Richard C. Oliphant, age 73, of Key Largo, FL, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2011. In his early years, he worked for a company that dredged major channels throughout the Keys, and was part of the crew that placed the Statue at John Pennecamp Park. He was currently employed with Keys Sanitation for over 20 years. As a welder...

Sylvane Venini
Oct 10, 2011
Biography
Sylvane Venini passed away October 10, 2011. She is survived by her husband Stephen, sons Adrian and Dylan, and her brother, sister, and mother in France.

Laura Pellow
Oct 7, 2011
Laura Jane Pellow, age 50, a Florida Keys resident for over 27 years, passed away Friday, October 7, 2011, arising from health issues with her diabetes. She worked for the Cheeca Lodge, Chesapeake Resort, and Tavernier Creek Marina. She worked with the Clean Marina Program throughout Monroe County, helped mentor High School students, and participated in Upper Keys sports with...

Len Roberts
Sep 17, 2011
Leonard Marvin Roberts, "Capt. Len", died on September 17, 2011 at his home, at the age of 63. He was a former Stage Manager and Film Director, who moved to Islamorada, FL in 1992 to pursue his dream of becoming a professional fishing guide. He is survived by his wife of 8 years, Tomoko; his sister Yvonne (Sam) Brand; his...

Eddie Murphy
Sep 14, 2011
Eddie Mills Murphy Eddie Mills Murphy died on September 14, 2011 in Tavernier Florida; he was 84. Born April 22, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan, he spent much of his life in the Detroit area, and his entire career working with Detroit Edison. Mr. Murphy retired as a substation operator for Detroit Edison in 1982. He spent his retirement between Dexter,...