ObituaryL Betty J. Markgraf

A longtime resident of Joliet, most recently of Palm Harbor, FL, passes away at age 93.

Obituary: Jack Markgraf

The longtime and proud owner of Markgraf Construction Company has passed away at 93.

Obituary: Kevin J. Kopech

Kevin J. Kopech, age 58, passed away suddenly, at his residence in Palm Harbor, Florida on October 19, 2021.

Family Devastated After Car Crashes Through Home, Killing Mother

Friends have launched a fundraiser to support Donna Rein's daughter and two granddaughters, who are now homeless.

Obituary: Charles D. Hiller

Chuck retired from Local 597 after many dedicated years as a pipefitter and was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Minooka.

Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Mourns Death Of Commissioner

Members of Palm Harbor Fire Rescue are mourning the death of their fire commissioner, Joseph Petrillo.

Funeral Tuesday for Bishop Angelo William Nicolaro of Palm Harbor

Angelo William Nicolaro, 72, of Palm Harbor, was bishop at the Holy Apostles Charismatic Church in Dunedin. He drowned on July 3, 2013, after getting caught in a rip current off Ocean Isle Beach in North Carolina.

Private Funeral for Ex-MLB Pitcher Justin Miller of Palm Harbor

"On Wednesday night we lost a wonderful husband and father. His passing was unexpected and we will continue to pray for serenity and comfort for our sons and the rest of our family," wrote Justin Miller's wife of 15 years, Jessica.

Community Mourns Death of Beloved Fishing Camp Instructor

An informal memorial was held Friday night for Crystal Beach resident "Capt. Dean" Parks, who operated a charter fishing business in Palm Harbor and taught fishing camps for kids at The Centre.

Obituary: Lola Lee Perez, Age 2

A funeral service for Lola Perez will be held Sept. 29. A fundraiser for her medical expenses will be held Oct. 13 at Peggy O'Neill's restaurant in Palm Harbor.

WWII Hero To Be Buried at Arlington National Cemetery

Norbert Swierz, 92, of Palm Harbor was a war hero whose planes were shot down twice. He escaped from a P.O.W. camp and was honored with multiple medals. Sadly, he died before recently-discovered war letters from his mother could be given to him.

Obituary: Carol Barbara Windsor Swope

Carol Barbara Windsor Swope, 56, was a loving wife and mother, and a talented artist and crafter.

Angelica Hall & Shay Lydon Services This Weekend

The Palm Harbor residents died from injuries they suffered in a motorcycle crash last week.

Memorial Saturday for Tarzan Chimp "Cheetah"

The Suncoast Primate Sanctuary has announced that it will hold a public remembrance Saturday for longtime resident Cheetah the chimp, who died of kidney failure Christmas Eve.

Tarzan Movie Chimp, 82, Lived Long Life

The Suncoast Primate Sanctuary is encouraging people to remember Cheetah by writing their favorite memories on a web page created to honor the well-loved chimpanzee.