Obituaries

Nov 21, 2025

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Nov 10, 2025

Sharon Wampler “Mimi”, a beloved mother, grandmother, retired 

teacher, and cherished member of the Florida Keys community,

passed away peacefully on November 10th in her Islamorada home.

Born in Peoria, Illinois, Sharon and her husband Samuel Wampler

moved to the Florida Keys in 1977 to open the Florida National High

Adventure Sea Base.

As a longtime resident, she was known for her generous heart, gentle

wisdom, and...

Nov 9, 2025

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Oct 20, 2025

Carol Joyce Sekura passed away on October 20, 2025 in Key Largo, FL. Carol was the daughter of Frank and Florence Sacks who lived in Queens, New York at the time of her birth. After spending much of her professional life in Montgomery County Maryland, she moved to Key Largo, Florida where she resided for more than 25 years.

Carol lived...

Oct 12, 2025

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Sep 19, 2025

Bradley George Tenhoff, passed away unexpectedly on September 19, 2025, in Key Largo, Florida. He was born on September 21, 1946, in Fairmont, Minnesota.

For 26 years, Bradley served as the director of sales for Ertl Toy Company, where his leadership and insight helped shape the company's success. His colleagues admired him not just for his professional accomplishments but also for...

Sep 17, 2025

Karen A Hill passed away in her winter home in Key Largo after a prolonged illness. She was born in Boston and raised in Falmouth, Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Rose Aucoin, and grandsons Bailey and Ryan Meleady. She is survived by her husband of 54 years Allen Hill, her brother Thomas Aucoin, her...

Sep 14, 2025

Sep 12, 2025

Darrin Norman passed away unexpectedly on September 12, 2025. He was born on September 15, 1972 and was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and dear friend.

Darrin relished learning new things and embraced a love for hands-on skills, always willing to help others with his knowledge, experience, and care. His bright, cheerful personality made every gathering fun. He loved easily and...

Sep 12, 2025

Today, Fay Crouse Hamblen, went for a walk with her dearest friend Jesus Christ. He was leading her home but as they walked, she remembered the life she left behind. She was born in Forsyth County North Carolina and was second of fourteen children and was always proud to be a part of a large family. She grew up and...

Sep 10, 2025

Powell Douglas Porter, 84, of Key Largo, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of September 10, 2025, just 13 days shy of his 85th birthday.

Born on September 23, 1940, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Hazel Lee (Philipps) Triplett and the late Newmy Porter.

At Powell’s request, a celebration of life “party” will...

Sep 2, 2025

Sep 2, 2025