Obituaries - Casimiro Sandoval, Sandra Hare, Thelma Orwig

Casimiro Rosas Sandoval was survived by his son Rey Dean and his wife, Maria Elena Sandoval, daughter, Rosa and her husband Lorenzo Macias, his daughter, Leticia Gonzalez and Eloy Villarreal, his daughter, Peggy Anne and her husband Robert L. Cox, his daughter, Karen D. her husband, Noel Figueroa, his daughter, Debbie D. Sandoval-Cortez and Vicente Cortez, his daughter, Sandra D. and her wife Sophia Sandoval, his son, Sandro D. and his wife, Shanel Sandoval, his daughter, Monica D. and her husband Jose Luis Perez, and his son Kenneth D. and his wife, Lais Sandoval. 

 Also survived by 34 grandchildren and 59 great grandchildren. 

Vistation will be held on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Akin-Davis Funeral Home, 438 E. Sugarland Hwy. Clewiston, FL 33440. 

Funeral mass will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 12:00 PM at St. Margaret Catholic Church, 208 Deane Duff St. Clewiston FL, 33440. Interment will follow to Ridgelawn Cemetery.

Sandra Peacock Hare, age 83, of Clewiston, FL, passed away on February 23, 2024. Born on November 3, 1940, Sandra was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She was known for her hardworking nature and was a mentor to many. Sandra cherished spending time with her loved ones, getting her hair done on Fridays, dining out, and indulging in her love for reading.

Sandra was a graduate of Palm Beach High School, Class of 1958, where she excelled academically and was the Salutatorian. She went on to have a successful career as a broker, owning her own brokerage in Clewiston, as well as managing Hare Lumber & Ready Mix alongside her son, Roy Jr. She also owned the RV Park, Okeechobee Landings.

Sandra was an active member of the Saint Martins Episcopal Church in Clewiston, and extended her role as a prayer warrior beyond the church walls. At home, she continued to live out her faith, regularly reading the Bible and engaging in prayer. Sandra's dedication made her a valued church member and also reflected her deep and personal connection with Jesus Christ, shaping her daily life as a steadfast believer.

In addition, Sandra had a green thumb and a deep love for flowers and orchids. Her home became a haven for various blossoms, showcasing her passion for cultivating and nurturing vibrant plant life. Sandra's love for gardening added a touch of natural beauty to her surroundings, embodying a well-rounded and nurturing spirit.

Sandra is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Hoban, and grandchildren Mathew Hoban, Andrew Hoban, LeLani Hare, Christian Potter, and Justin Potter. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy Hare, her son LeRoy Hare Jr, and her son John Potter 11.

Services for Sandra will be held at the Akin Davis Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 5th from 5-7pm for viewing, with the funeral service taking place at the Saint Martins Episcopal Church on Wednesday, March 6th at 11am, followed by food and refreshments.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Saint Martins Episcopal Church at 207 W C Owen Ave, Clewiston, FL 33440.

May Sandra Peacock Hare's memory be a blessing to all who knew her.

Thelma O’Bannon Orwig, 99 passed away peacefully February 22, 2024. Born April 24, 1924 in LaBelle Florida to Edwin Monroe O’Bannon and Lydia Maze.

Thelma remained a lifelong resident of LaBelle and was involved in many community activities and organizations. Thelma graduated from LaBelle High School where she participated in band and sports. She remained close to many of her classmates and looked forward to there yearly class reunions.

She was married to her soulmate, Harry L. Orwig Jr. for over 50 years. They were married in Carlson Memorial United Methodist Church where they both were lifetime members and also served as trustees. 

 Her love of children led her to work in the Hendry county school system for 18 years. After her retirement she spent her time with her family and friends and especially with her grandsons Robert Patrick Middleton III and Jonathan Russell Frank. She loved to travel with her husband Harry and particularly liked vacationing at the beach with her family.

Thelma was very proud of her O’Bannon heritage. She researched her families journey from Ireland to Missouri and other parts of America. She belonged to the Okeechobee chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution, where she was the families most direct descendent of Thomas O’Bannon MO 3rd Infantry CO.B.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Orwig Jr., her son, Robert P. Middleton Jr, parents Edwin Monroe O’Bannon and Lydia Maze, sisters Mary Irene (Wilder), Virgie Anna O’Bannon, Ruby May (Eubanks), brothers Amos Edwin, Virgil Lester, Lloyd Monroe, Phannon and Ralph Monroe. 

She loved reading, gardening, crocheting, quilting, and was an accomplished baker. She loved to feed people. Friends were often greeted at their door with a cake, pie or cookies.

Thelma was a loving wife, mother, aunt, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. Thelma was an integral part of her family and she will be dearly missed.
From her daughter Susan Orwig Davidson: While going through her bible I found notes with quotes and thoughts she had written and stuck between the pages. On one particular note she had drawn a big star.

It reads: “Now not Later. I will pass through this world but once. Any good thing therefore that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer it, or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again. This is the motto I try to live by 10/22/1965, Thelma O’ Orwig”. Those who know her will attest she did just that.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 4th, 2024 at Carlson Methodist Church 310 Campbell Street in LaBelle Florida. 

Visitation is at 10am, service will be at 11AM with burial following at Ft Denaud cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests you donate to your favorite local or national charity. 

 Arrangements by Akin-Davis funeral home.