Wednesday, June 02, 2021

Obituaries - Belcher, Batchelor, Rudd, Dupree, Martinez, White, Walker

James G Belcher, age 62, of LaBelle, passed away May 27, 2021 in Lehigh Acres.

He was born July 4, 1958 in Naples, FL, to the late Robert and the late Leona (Huneycutt) Belcher.

Survivors include two sons: William Belcher and Christopher Belcher
two brothers: Marvin Belcher and Margel Belcher
4 grandchildren
aunt Neva Luckey

A memorial service is pending. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle.

Steven C Batchelor, age 63, of Immokalee, passed away May 27, 2021 in Immokalee.

He was born July 22, 1957 in West Palm Beach, FL, to the late Lavon Kent and Valyne (Fortaw) Batchelor Sr.

Survivors include
Mother: Valyne (Fortaw) Batchelor Sr
brother: Lavon Kent Batchelor Jr
three sisters: Taya V Cone, Renae C Ferraro and Connie G Underwood,

A Pending Memorial Service will be held on his birthday July 22nd. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Clewiston.

Jeffrey Earl Rudd, age 59, of Clewiston, passed away May 25, 2021 in Clewiston.

Jeff was born October 24, 1961 in Clewiston Florida, to the late Henry Thomas & the late Emily Maddox Rudd. 

He graduated from Clewiston High School in 1979. Jeff proudly served his country during the Gulf War in the United States Army for eight years. Jeff worked as a carpenter for many years building many local homes. Jeff also worked as a mechanic/welder for private contractors and US Sugar. 

He had a love for the ocean, loving to spend time there with his sweet Melissa and family. He loved lobstering with family and friends. He loved cutting swamp cabbage with his nephew Wesley and many other friends. Jeff was loved by everyone and he never met a stranger. 

He had an unconditional love for his brothers, sisters, all family members. He always made sure to give you a big ol hug and remind you that he loved you. He never ended a conversation with his sisters without saying “I love you sister with all my heart”. He loved his grand babies and had a nickname for them all. Jeff’s favorite quote was “LIFE IS GOOD”. He will be truly be missed by each and everyone of us.

Jeff leaves behind his wife; Melissa K. Rudd, son; Jeffrey Earl Rudd, Jr, daughters; Jessica Rourks, Brittani Beraza, Alli Rourks, two brothers: Dougie Rudd(Peggy) of Clewiston, FL, Steve Rudd(Teresa) of Clewiston, FL, three sisters: Gwen Hare (Bobby) of Clewiston, FL, Gail Murphy (Mitch) of Clewiston, FL and Debbie Keen( Cecil) of Camilla GA, The Late Diane Fletcher (Ronald) of Clewiston, FL, grandchildren; Kaitlyn Rudd, Abby Jo Rudd, Jada “Baby Girl” Jenkins, Alexia “Lexipo” Beraza, Jesus “Pa” Beraza, Sissy Beraza, Gabe Trevino, Izaac Valdez and Aliana Valdez, many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews and many close family friends.

Celebration of Jeff’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Akin-Davis Funeral Home in Clewiston where visitation will be held on Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in Ortona Cemetery next to his mother, Emily.

Jewell E Dupree, age 94, of LaBelle, passed away May 25, 2021 in LaBelle.

She was born Apr. 5, 1927 in LaBelle, FL, to the late Jefferson and the late Lydia (Altman) Walker.

She was the last of 9 children. She was a member of the Moore Haven Church of God.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Stanley; sons: Stanley Jr. and Gene

Survivors include one daughter: Judy (David) McGee
2 sons: Ronnie (Linda) Dupree and Wayne (Sharon) Dupree
grandson: Daniel (Sarah) McGee
2 great grandchildren: Aaron and Isaac McGee

The family will receive friends on Thursday June 3, 2021 from 3 to 4 PM at the Akin-Davis Funeral Home 560 E. Hickpochee Ave. LaBelle.

Funeral Service will follow at 4 PM with Pastor’s Cory Masterson & Randy Ford officiating.

Interment at Ortona Cemetery will be private.

Jose Rubio Martinez (Grandpa), age 65, of Moore Haven, passed away peacefully in his home on May 24, 2021 in Moore Haven.

Jose was born on Jan. 7, 1956 in Cuba to the late Carlos Martinez and the late Lilia Rubio.

He is survived by: his wife of nearly 50 years, Rosa Cortes-Martinez; daughter, Josephine Boix and husband Fernando; son, Miguel A. Catalano; son Rodney P. Catalano and wife Rita; two brothers, Rolando Rubio and Ruben Camacho; 8 grandchildren, Kassandra A. and Coraima L. Mesa, Kathleen S. Carire, Melissa A. Jessica A. Brandon R. Christopher and Emily N. Catalano; and 1 great grandchild, Hailie M. Daszynski.

Jose was a brilliant man. He spent his life as an entrepreneur, and proudly believed, “you never work a day in your life if you love what you do.” He was extremely resourceful; spending hours researching anything and everything he thought was of interest to anyone. Because of this his friends and family constantly looked to him for advice. He also loved nature; his favorite way to spend his free time was fishing, camping, and gardening. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 4, 2021 at 7:00 PM with Pastor Manzano, beginning with a visitation from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at Akin-Davis Funeral Home, 560 East Hickpochee Avenue, Labelle, Florida, 33935.

Coralee White, age 40, of LaBelle, passed away on May 23, 2021 in LaBelle.

She was born Mar. 9, 1981 in Naples, Florida to the late Ronald White and Mary Brewer. Coralee worked as a server for Forrey Grill for a few years, then worked as a bartender at the American Legion Post in LaBelle. She was a loving and caring person who always had a smile on her face. She will be missed dearly by her entire family and all of her working friends and family friends.

Coralee leaves behind her loving mother; Mary Locklear, step-dad Donnie Locklear. her son; Remington French, her siblings; Ronnie White, Tammie White, Andy White, Lisa Thompson, Danny White, Penny Messer, Donald Ray Locklear and Shelby Locklear, many nieces and nephews along with many extended other family members and family friends.

Coralee’s life will be celebrated at a later date.

Cremation arrangements are being handled by the Akin-Davis Funeral Home –LaBelle.

Naomi Lee Walker, age 88, of Clewiston, passed away May 23, 2021 in Cape Coral.

She was born Aug. 12, 1932 in Pavo, GA, to the late Thomas Virgil and the late Pearl (Wingfield) Finley. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt who will be dearly missed by everyone who loved and knew her.

Survivors include one daughter: Patricia Diane "Patty" Pearcy of Clewiston, FL one brother: Wilbur (Barbara) Finley, Son, Steven Wayne Walker (Janet) of Cape Coral, FL; Grandchildren, David Tarter (Sara), Daniel Tarter (Ruby), Justin Walker; Skye Walker; Great-Grandchildren, Tylen Tarter; Kylie Tarter, Sydnee Tarter, Chloe Tarter; Nephew William Finley (Kathy); Nephew, Tommy Finley (Kim); Nephew, Doug Finley

Memorial celebration of Naomi’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Akin-Davis Funeral Home – Clewiston.

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