Obituaries
David Dalyrmple Houston
Sep 1, 2026
David “Dave” Houston
August 6, 1932 – September 1, 2026
David “Dave” Houston was born on August 6, 1932, in New York City, New York. He passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 94, leaving behind a life filled with family, adventure, stories, hard work, and more than a few colorful words along the way.
Dave was preceded in death...
Thomas Russell Bray
Aug 17, 2026
Thomas (Tom) Bray, age 84, of Islamorada (formerly Hollywood, FL), passed away at home on August 17, 2026. Tom was born on November 5, 1942, in West Orange, New Jersey, to Margie and Frank Bray. He began work as an electrician and later served 28 years as an electrical inspector for the city of Hollywood. In later years, he relocated...
Salvatore Joseph Milano III
Aug 14, 2026
Salvatore Milano, affectionately known as Sal, passed away on August 14, 2026, at Mariners Hospital in Tavernier, Florida. Born on September 4, 1940, in West New York, New Jersey, Sal’s life journey was one marked by deep devotion to his loved ones, steadfast work ethic, and a vibrant presence within his communities.
Sal was the beloved husband of Karla Milano (Hightshoe)....
Tomas De Armas
Aug 1, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my amazing father Tomas “Machin” De Armas.
My father also known as “El Capitan” graced us with his presence for 92 amazing years. We are going to miss him immensely but we are forever grateful for the time we had!
Tomas is survived by his daughter Marjorie, his son in...
Janice "JC" Katherine Dressing
Jul 31, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Janice Katherine "JC" Dressing, who peacefully passed away on July 31, 2026, at the age of 78 in Tavernier, Florida, surrounded by the love of her family. Janice was born on March 4, 1948, in Cuero, Texas, to Robert Caudle Jr. and Gertrude Henneke. As the daughter of an Army serviceman, she...
Arthur Joseph Crelan Jr
Jul 26, 2026
Art Crelan passed away Sunday, July 26,2026 after a brief illness in Key Largo, Florida. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 52 years, Janice Crelan.
Born and raised in Connecticut, Art spent many years in Rhode Island as a mobile surf fisherman, specializing in Striped Bass. He was a board member of the Rhode Island Mobile...
Barbara Ann Stevens
Jul 1, 2026
Barbara Stevens, 81, passed away peacefully at her home on July 1, 2026.
Born on January 17, 1945, in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of George and Catherine Good. She was raised in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, where she graduated from Camp Hill High School.
Barbara enjoyed a successful career in real estate before retiring to the Florida Keys, where she found...
Frank Johnson Patterson
Jun 13, 2026
Frank Patterson
November 28, 1930-June 13, 2026
Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Frank (aka Dad, Daddy, Daddy Pat, Pop, Sonny) grew up in the Washington, D.C. area, spending most of his summers on the family peanut farm in Blakely, GA. During the Korean War, Frank joined the Air Force, where he was stationed in Iceland. After completing his service, he graduated from American...



