Portrait of Karol K. Freytag

Karol K. Freytag

, Florida

Karol was born on April 2 1936 in Adrian Michigan to the late Leslie and Geraldine Rogers Kampa. She graduated from Adrian High School where she excelled in band choir and theater. During the summer of her junior year she attended Interlochen Music School. Music remained an important part of Karols life. As an active member of the Tampa Bay music community she shared her talents as both a vocalist and flutist. Karol directed choirs and music programs at Grace Lutheran Church Hope Presbyterian Church and Trinity Presbyterian Church. An accomplished soprano soloist Karol was widely admired for her beautiful voice and musical talents. It was as a childrens choir director that Karol truly shined. She had a remarkable gift for connecting with young people inspiring their love of music and encouraging them to let their voices sing. Years later former kids choir members would often approach her fondly recalling…

Portrait of Gregory Cortellini

Gregory Cortellini

, Florida

October 6, 2026

Gregory J. Cortellini passed away on Wednesday October 7 2026 at 70 years of age. Greg was preceded in passing by his loving parents Joseph J. Cortellini and Susan P. Ferrandina Cortellini. Greg was survived by his loving brother Chris and wife Janet sister Diane sister Lori and partner Ron nephew Christopher and wife Kristen niece Mary niece Crystal nephew Daniel niece Reanna and partner Austin greatnephew Charlie greatniece Isabella greatnephew Lucas greatnephew Bronson and greatniece Kynlee. Greg was a consumer of The Arc Tampa Bay since 1974 and was an enthusiastic bon vivant conversationalist and Arc worker. He loved all of his Arc family members and appreciated all of their kind efforts on his behalf. He was blessed by all of them. Greg will be missed by all who knew him. A celebration of Gregs life will be held at the Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home 2853 Sunset Point Road…

Portrait of Jr. Robert P. Johnson

Jr. Robert P. Johnson

, Florida

Dearest God, cast your loving hands on our father. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful dad and husband.He truly is a sweet kind very smart brave man. He is so loved and treasured by his family. Truly a blessing.We thank him for his service to his country. He served in Korea in the 182nd airborne division.He would gladly help and do anything.Survived by family: loving devoted wife Nancy A. JohnsonDaughter: Michele Johnson Towson, husband John Towson,Daughter: Cheryl JohnsonGrandchildren: Devin S Towson, Ian R. Towson, Michael J. Towson. Emily MagnessGreat Grandchildren: Dorthea Magness, Declan Willinger, Tessa Nicole TowsonJust proceeded in death by youngest brother Mitchell Johnson and living wife Nia and living sibling Donald Johnson.Other deceased siblings: Wilma, William, Cedric, Aris, Maryellen, and an infant. Parents: Robert P.  Johnson and Mary Johnson of Fayetteville NCHis uncle Frank and aunt Nancy JohnsonHobbies included fishing, boating, golfing, pool, bowling, gardening, avid…

Portrait of Yvonne Y. Jackson

Yvonne Y. Jackson

, Florida

October 7, 2026

Yvonne Yolande Jackson, born on April 22, 1951, in Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away on October 8, 2026, in Trinity, Florida, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, kindness, and quiet strength that touched all who knew her.Yvonne lived a life marked by grace, purpose, and devotion to the things she held dear. She was a woman of deep spiritual faith, and her life reflected a gentle trust in God’s care and timing. Those who knew her will remember her as creative, selfless, and intelligent, a person whose presence brought warmth and encouragement to others. She carried herself with dignity and compassion, and she had a special way of making people feel seen, valued, and loved.A self-taught artist, Yvonne found joy and meaning in creating art. Her gift was not only in what she made with her hands, but also in the beauty she brought into the lives of others through her…

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