He was born in New York City and was raised in the Bronx, NY. Graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School and City College of NY with a degree in Industrial Arts. He taught Jr High School Industrial Arts before joining the Navy for flight training.
Fred flew heavy multi engine planes in a squadron doing anti submarine surveillance.
After being discharged from the Navy he joined United Airlines as a pilot in New York. He said his favorite part of the job was looking out the window.
Fred loved to build things and he build Sea Gypsy a sloop from the keel up, and built the interior of Lucy a Uniflight launch from the Navy, as well as a 4106 Bus conversion.
Fred married Charlene Tompkins Schurch August 4, 1994 and they traveled back and forth to their summer home in CT as well as to Europe, Canada, Alaska and in 2007 completed the Great Loop Trip.
Fred loved to share his knowledge of boats and motor homes and was active in several online forums.
Shirley Ann English, age 68 of LaBelle, Florida passed away suddenly in Lehigh Acres, Florida.
Shirley was born in Opp, Alabama on June 29, 1953 to the late Bural and Annie Lou Anderson Collins. Shirley worked for several years as a tractor driver. Shirley was a kind hearted woman who was loved and cherished by everyone who knew and loved her.
Shirley leaves behind fond memories her mother; Annie Lou Collins, children; Gilbert Meador, Mary Ann English, grandchildren; David and Candice, along with one great grandchild, sisters; Sharon, Tammy, Deana, Martha and Delores along with many extended family members and close family friends.
Shirley's life will be celebrated with a graveisde service on Friday, April 1, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Fort Denaud Cemetery.
Celebration arrangements are by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle
Ismael Perez Tavera, age 62, of Moore Haven, Florida passed away on March 26, 2022 in Clewiston.
Ismael was born on June 19, 1959, in Mexico to Francisco Perez and Ricarda Tavera. Ismael was a mechanic for Caloosa Transport for many years. Ismael was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be dearly missed by his entire family.
Ismael leaves behind fond memories; his daughter; Barbara Rose Perez of Moore Haven, Florida, grandchildren; Francisco Barrera, Jr and Andres Barrera, two brothers; Zenon Perez Tavera and Angel Perez Tavera, and many sisters including; Guadalupe Perez.
Cremation arrangements are being handled by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Clewiston.
Herbert Byrd, age 98 of Clewiston, Florida formally of Oneida, Kentucky passed away after a lengthy illness on March 26, 2022 in Clewiston, Florida.
Arrangements are incomplete with Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Clewiston and Britton Funeral Home in Manchester, Kentucky.
Larry Scott McKee,age 51 of LaBelle, Florida, passed away on March 23, 2022 in Lehigh Acres, Florida.
Larry was born on February 3, 1960 to the late Earl and Elsie Hibberd McKee. Larry worked for RL James, Inc as a Senior Superintendent. Larry married Debra Stilwill. Larry was a caring man who was loved by his entire family, and close friends.
Larry leaves behind his wife; Debra McKee of LaBelle, Florida, his children: Jennifer McKee, Jeremy Dull and Kasne McKee, grandchildren; Jason, Caiya, Daniel and Jordan, brothers; Terry McKee (Doreen Kroll), Roger McKee (Vickie McKee).
He was preceeded in death by his parents, Earl and Eslie McKee, and mother-in-law; Karen Newton.
Celebration of Larry's Life will be held at April 16, 2022 at 11:00 at Bullpit Miintries where Pastor Mike McDowell will preside.
Cremation arrangements are by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle.
Kyle E Nolen 47, of Ft. Myers passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday March 22, 2022.
He was born in Ft. Myers to Michael E and Mary (Clear) Nolen.
He graduated from Riverdale High School in 1992. He worked as a Park Ranger for the Florida State Park Service at Lovers Key and Koreshan State Parks. Then He worked for the Florida Forestry Service as a Wildfire Fire Fighter. Then he worked for FWC as a Ranger. His last job was as a Warehouse Manger for Pyke Electric.
He was the Fire Chief in Lakeport Florida.
He was a big loveable, generous, kind man that loved his family, friends and especially his grandkids. He touched many lives and nnobody walked away not a friend.
He is survived by his wife: Michelle (Pyle) Nolen
son: Lane Nolen
daughters: Jessica Mercer and Kendall Weatherford
parents: Michael and Mary Nolen
brothers: Aaron and Alan Nolen
grandchildren: Grayson, Noah, Hunter, and Luna
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 2, 2022 at 2 PM at the Buckingham Presbyterian Church 4241 Buckingham Road.
Arrangements are being handled by the Akin-Davis Funeral Home Ft. Myers Chapel.
Donald James Greider, age 67 passed away in Okeechobee on March 20, 2022.
He was a big loveable, generous, kind man that loved his family, friends and especially his grandkids. He touched many lives and nnobody walked away not a friend.
He is survived by his wife: Michelle (Pyle) Nolen
son: Lane Nolen
daughters: Jessica Mercer and Kendall Weatherford
parents: Michael and Mary Nolen
brothers: Aaron and Alan Nolen
grandchildren: Grayson, Noah, Hunter, and Luna
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 2, 2022 at 2 PM at the Buckingham Presbyterian Church 4241 Buckingham Road.
Arrangements are being handled by the Akin-Davis Funeral Home Ft. Myers Chapel.
Donald James Greider, age 67 passed away in Okeechobee on March 20, 2022.
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