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In Loving Memory of Jorge RanoNovember 25, 1955 – June 3, 2026Jorge Rano, beloved father, grandfather, family member, an...
06/09/2026

In Loving Memory of Jorge Rano
November 25, 1955 – June 3, 2026

Jorge Rano, beloved father, grandfather, family member, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 70.

Born in the historic San Telmo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Jorge carried with him throughout his life the warmth, pride, and spirit of his Argentine roots. He later made his home Largo, Florida, where he built a life centered around family, friendship, and hard work.

Jorge was the owner of a painting company and took great pride in providing for his family through years of dedication and perseverance. Those who knew him admired his work ethic, his resilience, and his willingness to help others whenever he could.

While he worked hard, Jorge's greatest joy came from spending time with the people he loved. He was happiest gathered around a barbecue with family and friends, casting a fishing line into the water, sitting around a card table sharing stories, or simply enjoying the company of those closest to him. He had a way of bringing people together and making everyone feel welcome.

Above all, Jorge was a devoted father and grandfather. He leaves behind his loving children, Gabriela and George Rano, and his cherished grandchildren, Leandra, Jayden, George Jr., and Liam. Nothing brought him greater pride than watching his family grow and seeing the next generation carry on the values he held dear.

Jorge will be remembered for his generous heart, his love of family, his sense of humor, and the countless memories he created with those fortunate enough to know him. Though he will be deeply missed, his legacy lives on in the stories shared around family tables, the lessons he passed on, and the love he leaves behind.

The family takes comfort in knowing that he is now at peace and reunited with the Lord. May perpetual light shine upon him, and may he rest in eternal peace.

Marion Lester "Bub" FriendJune 14, 1945 - May 16, 2026Marion Lester “Bub” Friend rode off into the sunset on May 16, 202...
05/23/2026

Marion Lester "Bub" Friend
June 14, 1945 - May 16, 2026

Marion Lester “Bub” Friend rode off into the sunset on May 16, 2026, at age 80, likely headed somewhere with real country music playing (the kind with steel guitars and heartbreak), cartoons on the television, and a long list of projects waiting to be “fixed later.”

Born on June 14, 1945, Bub was baptized at the Community of Christ Church in Oklahoma. An Okey through and through, Bub never rushed anywhere unless someone needed help, supper was ready, or there was a good Western on TV.

Bub proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Specialist and Emergency Medical Technician. After retiring from military life, he continued helping others as an EMT for the Florida State Prison, then managed Spencer’s Western Wear like a true cowboy should. During the holidays, Bub brought smiles to countless pets and families as a part-time Santa Claus, a role he truly enjoyed. A talented woodworker, dollhouse maker, locksmith, and neighborhood handyman, Bub had the rare ability to stare at a problem silently for five minutes before solving it with duct tape, a screwdriver, and pure stubbornness.

Bub was a devoted family man. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Natividad “Naty” Friend, his children, Rose Gentile (Friend), Joseph Friend, Jennifer Griffiths (Friend), and Julius Friend; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren who will forever carry his stories, humor, and unbiased love forward. Though he may be gone from this world, somewhere Bub is probably organizing Heaven’s toolbox, adjusting the locks on the pearly gates, and explaining to everyone what “real” country music sounds like.

A memorial service honoring Marion Lester “Bub” Friend will be held on June 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Taylor Family Funeral Home, 5300 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, Florida 33781.

A Funeral Service will be held on July 18th, at 11:00 a.m. at Woodland Cemetery, Cleveland, Oklahoma, 74020.

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our countr...
05/23/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and service will never be forgotten.

More than 120 of the Veteran Administration’s 157 national cemeteries will host ceremonies from May 23-25.

The link below will take you to the VA’s Memorial Day site where you can find more information on all of the ceremonies happening across the country.

https://news.va.gov/press-room/memorial-day-events-planned-at-120-national-cemeteries/

From all of us at Taylor Funeral Home, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

We give you the Avon Park High School FFA class for 2026. The meat, dairy, citrus and produce that shows up in our groce...
05/13/2026

We give you the Avon Park High School FFA class for 2026.
The meat, dairy, citrus and produce that shows up in our grocery stores & markets in the future will be provided by these outstanding young people.
We are proud supporters of the Future Farmers America.

Moms are the fixers of scraped-up knees,The finders of shoes and lost TV remotes with ease.They answer our questions (al...
05/10/2026

Moms are the fixers of scraped-up knees,
The finders of shoes and lost TV remotes with ease.
They answer our questions (all fifty a day),
Then somehow still smile when we ask anyway.

They survive little sleep and mountains of laundry,
Cold cups of coffee and schedules gone contrary.
They’ve mastered the art of doing it all,
While making the hard days feel not hard at all.

They’re part-time chefs and full-time hearts,
Keeping families together in a million small parts.
With hugs that heal and wisdom that sticks,
And the magical power to “just know things” quick.

And for those whose moms live now in memory,
Their love still remains in the roots of the family tree.
In recipes, traditions, laughter, and grace,
A mother’s love never truly leaves its place.

So today we celebrate every kind of mom,
The loud, the quiet, the patient, the strong.
Thank you for the love you give day after day —
The world is better because of moms in every way.

Today, we celebrate and give thanks to the incredible mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, and mother figures who make our lives better every single day.

You are the quiet strength behind all of us, the source of endless love, encouragement, sacrifice, and support. Your impact reaches far beyond the home — shaping communities, building traditions, inspiring future generations, and reminding us of what compassion and resilience truly look like.

Thank you for everything you do, often without recognition, but always with love.

We also hold close in our thoughts the mothers who are no longer with us. For many, this day is filled not only with gratitude but with the remembrance of mom’s love, guidance, and presence that lives forever, deep in our hearts.

From all of us at Taylor Family Funeral Home, we wish you a heartfelt, peaceful, and love-filled Mother’s Day.

Diane E. FicarraSeptember 20, 1949 – April 30, 2026Diane E. Ficarra 76, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt ...
05/06/2026

Diane E. Ficarra
September 20, 1949 – April 30, 2026

Diane E. Ficarra 76, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and cousin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on April 30, 2026, in Suncoast Hospice House, Pinellas Park FL.

Born in Lockport, NY on September 20, 1949, to the late Frederick F and Eileen (Simon) Strong, Diane was raised on the Strong Family Farm on Ridge Rd. in Lockport, NY. She and her husband David lived their life together on the farm, and spent their winters as “Snowbirds” in Largo, Florida.

Diane enjoyed walking many of the beautiful beaches in Florida and looked forward to visits with her girls and grandkids in the winter months. She also enjoyed shopping trips with her girls whenever she could. Diane had a great eye for decorating and was always looking for something beautiful for her home. She loved the casino and could sit for hours playing Keno, hoping to win the big one. David always made sure she had scratch off’s to keep her busy.

Diane is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, David M Ficarra, her daughter, Michelle Strong, grandchildren Andrew Strong, Allyssa (Jeremiah Chandler) Shaw, brothers Frederick E (Ann) Strong, William B (Sherry) Strong, brother-in-law Gary J Hardiman, sister-in-law Andrea (Dave) Woods, brothers-in-law Michael Ficarra, Richard (Helen) Ficarra, step children Joshua (Melissa) Ficarra, Felicia (Tim) Barron, step grandchildren, Gigi and Annie Ficarra, Destiny and Hanna Smarr, and Hunter Stamp. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Diane was predeceased by, and now reunited with her parents Fred and Eileen Strong, her daughter Nicole R Little, her sister Catherine Hardiman, and her brother and sister-in-law Donald Ficarra and Terry Roberts, along with her “Bubba” Spanky.

A celebration of Diane’s life will be held over the summer in NY.

Joan Marie MischlerJanuary 16, 1941 – April 29, 2026Joan Marie Mischler was born to Norman and Gertrude White in New Bru...
04/30/2026

Joan Marie Mischler
January 16, 1941 – April 29, 2026

Joan Marie Mischler was born to Norman and Gertrude White in New Brunswick, NJ, on January 16, 1941.

She moved to Florida with her family when she was 16 years old and graduated from Northeast High School.

Joan married William (Bill) Mischler in 1961, whom she had grown up across the street from, and had over 80 years of each other’s company. They had one daughter, Cindy (Mischler) Fletcher.

Joan worked for Allstate Insurance for 25 years, and Bill owned several rental properties, for which she acted as the manager and interior maintenance person.

She faithfully supported Bill during his time as a City Councilman and Mayor of Pinellas Park. She was an active member of Park Place Church for 50 years.

Joan is survived by her husband of 64 yrs, Bill Mischler, Daughter & Son-in-law, Cindy & Phil Fletcher, Grandson & wife, Brian & Brittney Fletcher, Granddaughter & husband, Amanda & Kevin Deinert, Brothers Norman White & Debra Brown; David White and sister Kathi & Michael Norris, all of Pinellas Park, Brother-in-law Steve & Joanne Mischler (NJ) and Sister-in-law, Eileen Mischler (MI) and several nieces and nephews

Services will be held at Park Place Church, 4400 70th Ave., Pinellas Park, FL 33781, on Saturday, May 9th. There will be a viewing at 10:00 am, followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am.

Thomas William EshelmanSeptember 24, 1960 – April 27, 2026Thomas “Tom” "Tommy" William Eshelman, a man who believed ever...
04/30/2026

Thomas William Eshelman
September 24, 1960 – April 27, 2026

Thomas “Tom” "Tommy" William Eshelman, a man who believed every problem had a solution and every engine had a story, passed away on April 27, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, Tom eventually moved to Florida to be near the family he cherished.

A lifelong learner with a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Hartford and a subsequent MBA, Tom dedicated thirty years to Pratt & Whitney. He concluded his distinguished career with immense pride as a civilian engineer for the U.S.A. Thunderbirds. Whether he was diagnosing complex aerospace issues or troubleshooting air conditioning machinery, Tom’s passion for mechanics was matched only by his determination.

He was known as the smartest man in the room—a title earned not just through his degrees, but through his willingness to help. From financial investment strategies to life advice, Tom was the person everyone turned to. He was famous for his quick wit and "Tom-isms," often challenging others with a grin: “What a concept!”, “Look in the owner’s manual!”, or the classic, “You picking up what I am laying down?” If you dared a weak retort, you were met with a dry, “Your repertoire of comebacks is juvenile.”

Tom faced a two-year battle with aggressive esophageal cancer with the same grit he applied to his engineering. His courage remained a source of strength for his loved ones until the very end. As it says in 2 Timothy 4:7: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

Tom is reunited in peace with his parents, Richard and Mary (Mackie) Eshelman, and his sister, Mary Anne Townsend.

His legacy lives on through the sons he raised, Will Gabriel (Sarah) and Dan Gabriel (Adriana Sita); Madeline Fraser (Ian), the daughter of his heart; his brother, David Eshelman (Liz); and his loyal Sheepadoodle, Sammy. He also leaves behind a community of wonderful friends who blessed him daily with their support.

The lives Tom touched are stronger, wiser, and better for having known him. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the non-profit Esophageal Cancer Action Network. https://ecan.org/give-to-save-lives-2/

Services will be held privately.

Antonio Pascual, de 74 años y residente de Clearwater, Florida, falleció en su hogar el viernes 24 de abril de 2026.Naci...
04/28/2026

Antonio Pascual, de 74 años y residente de Clearwater, Florida, falleció en su hogar el viernes 24 de abril de 2026.

Nacido en Michoacán, México, Antonio trabajó como paisajista.

Le sobreviven su esposa, Eduviges (Cristobal) Pascual; sus hijos Francisco, Armando, Guillermo, Antonio y Ramón; su hija Tomasa; y sus nietos Marco, Francisco, Jessica, Samuel, Cristina, Juan, Yulissa y Armando.

Se llevará a cabo un velorio de 12:30 p. m. a 1:00 p. m. en la Capilla de la Resurrección, en el Cementerio Católico Calvary.

A continuación, se celebrará una misa fúnebre a la 1:00 p. m., también en la Capilla de la Resurrección.

El Cementerio Católico Calvary está ubicado en 5233 118th Ave N., Clearwater, FL 33760.

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Antonio Pascual, age 74, of Clearwater, Florida, passed away at home on Friday, April 24, 2026.

Born in Michoacan, Mexico, Antonio worked as a landscaper.

He is survived by his wife Eduviges (Cristobal) Pascual; his sons Francisco, Armando, Guillermo, Antonio and Ramon; daughter Tomasa; and his grandchildren Marco, Francisco, Jessica, Samuel, Cristina, Juan, Yulissa and Armando.

A viewing will be held from 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm in the Chapel of the Resurrection at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

A funeral mass will follow at 1:00 pm, also in the Chapel of the Resurrection.

Calvary Catholic Cemetery is located at 5233 118th Ave N., Clearwater, FL 33760.

O lindo Joakin Nascimento Silva, foi um belo presente de Deus para nós nos últimos 8 meses, foi uma bênção ter como filh...
04/24/2026

O lindo Joakin Nascimento Silva, foi um belo presente de Deus para nós nos últimos 8 meses, foi uma bênção ter como filho, você foi uma parte maravilhosa de nossas vidas, filho de Renato Silva e Maria Pedrina Nascimento e irmão mais novo de Emanuelle Oliveira ❤️

Ele era Amado por avós, tios, tias, primos, padrinhos e amigos

Todos vão sentir muita falta dele, ele é um anjo,

Joakin era Nascido em 17/08/2025 * e morte em 16/04/2026

The gorgeous Joakin Nascimento Silva was a beautiful gift from God to us for the past 8 months it was a blessing to have as a son and a wonderful part of our lives.

He was the son of Renato Silva and Maria Pedrina Nascimento and a little brother of Emanuelle Oliveira ❤️

He was loved by grandparents’, uncles, aunts’, cousins' godparents and friends.

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