Daniel Elias Devor IV, of Orlando, FL, passed away August 25, 2023. He was born in Toms River, NJ on June 2, 1970. Daniel graduated from Colonial High School in 1989.

Daniel worked in the food service industry at KFC, Cheesecake Factory, and Jollibee.

Daniel had a passion for Star Trek and WWE. He loved going to Cowboys, country concerts and traveling. He was a Boy Scout in Troop 202 in Union Park. He enjoyed camping, as long as there were not any raccoons involved. One of his favorite things was giving to people during Christmas time.

Daniel is survived by his parents, Daniel Elias Devor III and Susan Lee Devor; brothers, Richard, Timothy, and Michael; and his nieces and nephews, Barry, Barbara, Tess, Zachary, Colton and Theo.

A visitation for Daniel will be held Thursday, August 31, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Baldwin Fairchild at Chapel Hill, 2420 Harrell Road, Orlando, FL 32817, followed by a graveside service from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

William Franklin Robinson Sr. was born on February 12, 1935, in Clarksburg, West Virginia to Willie E. Robinson and Mary R. Lee. He attended Kelly Miller School in Fairmont, West Virginia upon
graduation William a.k.a (Plue) Enlisted in the
U. S. Navy where he would pursue a 23-year career as a Deckhand and Moulder, William also received National Defense Service Medal and several Good Conduct Medals.

While serving his country he married Floretta M. Morton(Deceased ) of Rachel West Virginia of this Union six children were born: Valencia A. Robinson William F. Robinson Jr, Sonja R. Robinson, Allen E. Robinson, Alesia M. Robinson, Francine Y. Robinson, Ca. Sadly the union between William and Floretta ended. Later on, he met Carol Curtis( Jean), and of that union, he had his seventh and last child Denise Curtis

William was then transferred to Jacksonville, Florida. Where he would retire and call Orlando Florida his home. Following his retirement, from the Navy, he became a truck driver for Winn-Dixie Grocer after leaving Winn-Dixie due to illness. He also worked part-time for the Florida school district as a bus driver.

In William’s younger years, he loved to hang out with his grandmother Leona and his father Willie. He enjoyed working on cars and was very knowledgeable when it came to electronic devices. When he wasn’t working with his hands or cooking his specialty spaghetti, you could find him laying back in his room listening to jazz and blues records.

If he called you friend he truly was, anyone he met along the way he left a lasting impression on them.

On August 16, 2023, @ 12:07 a.m. The Lord decided to call William home after numerous battles with various health issues.

William leaves to mourn his Children
Valencia A. Bryant ( Charles) of Carson Ca, William F. Robinson Jr. ( Rusty) of Inglewood, Ca, Sonja R. Robinson (Nady) of Lemoore, Ca, Allen E. Robinson of Inglewood, Ca, Alesia M. Robinson of Inglewood, Francine Y. Robinson Daley (Philmore Deceased)of Lemoore, Ca, Denise M. Curtis- Johnson(James) of Providence, R.I., his 12 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren, his Sister Sharon Thurston, of Tampa, FL, his Brother Willie E. Robinson Jr. of Fairmont, West Virginia, his Favorite Cousin Rose Tucker of Virginia, and a host of family and friends.

A viewing will be held on August 30, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at A Community Funeral Home & Sunset Cremations, locted at 910 W. Michigan St. Orlando.

James A Shanks, 1935 to 2023. After a brief illness, prominent businessman, beloved husband, father, and man of faith, James A Shanks, quietly went to be with the Lord through the miracle of Salvation on August 18, 2023. He was just shy of his 88th Birthday.

Jim, as everyone knew him, was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 30, 1935. He graduated from Flaget High School before joining the US Army at age 19. Upon completion of his time in the service, Jim returned home where he met and married his beautiful bride, Elaine. Together, they formed the perfect match and set out on a 64-year journey displaying a marriage full of compassion, joy, love, kindness, while freely sharing their Christian faith with all they encountered. Jim and Elaine grew and nurtured their family by providing what would be a never-ending flow of unconditional love, for not only their own children to draw on, but also the ones they would eventually foster locally and sponsor overseas.

Jim’s professional career started as a Nursing Home administrator with the Humana Corporation in Lexington Kentucky. A series of promotions led him to Rochester, Minnesota, then Morristown, Tennessee, and he eventually landed in Central Florida. Humana rewarded Jim’s hard work with a promotion to their hospital division. In 1974, he was named Administrator of Osceola Regional Hospital in Kissimmee, the largest hospital in the county. After his tenure there, Jim was promoted to Lucerne Hospital in Orlando, and eventually became Associate Executive Director for Humana Health Plans of Central Florida.

Jim’s impact as a businessman and civic leader in the local community was evident, he served on many prominent Boards and received numerous awards, such as Humana Club Outstanding Accomplishments Award, Florida Medical Business Award for Best Hospital turnaround: Orlando Regional Hospital Lucerne. Rotary Foundation Paul Harris Fellow Award, Rotary 4 Way Test: Outstanding Rotarian Award, Community Trusteeship Award: Osceola Distinguished Leader. Martin Luther King Award, Osceola Visionaries, Chamber of Commerce: Hall of Fame Award, Chamber of Commerce: Business of the year Award.

In 2002, Jim moved into a completely new field in the health industry, when he accepted his final position as CEO of Park Place Behavioral Hospital in Kissimmee, quickly becoming a leader in the mental health industry. Jim used the relationships he had previously forged to garner support and provide for the mental health needs of Osceola County. He worked tirelessly over the next 20 years to ensure Park Place would be successful, and able to provide for the individuals who needed help the most. Jim remained committed to Park Place, until the day he went to be with Jesus, just the way he wanted it.

Jim was special in so many ways, his love for his community, family, friends, and most of all Jesus. He never allowed his success as a businessman to interfere with the love he desired to show his family. He was a deeply devoted man of God, and with Elaine committed to loving and serving the Lord with all his heart. Jim fulfilled his commitment to Jesus spiritually as a living testimony to all he encountered.

He fulfilled his commitment physically, as he went on mission trips to Honduras, sang in the choir, and served as a Vestryman at both St. John’s Episcopal Church and later Church of the Ascension when they moved to Orlando. However, the service he cherished the most was teaching Sunday School to young children every week. He was a giant of a man, with love for all and a soft spot in his heart for God’s little ones. It was no different with his family, as you could easily recognize the love Jim had when he spoke of his children or grandchildren. That love was evident the day before he passed, when Jim’s family gathered around his bedside to say their goodbyes. At one point Jim’s eyes opened and his face lit up with a smile as he scanned the room making eye contact with one after another of his loved ones in the room.

Jim’s commitment to marriage, love of his family, and belief in God, has left an incredible Christian influence on both his business and personal community. Well done, good and faithful servant, He will be sorely missed.

Jim is preceded in death by his daughter: Valli (Horner) Owen, and his son: Jon Luke Shanks.

Jim is survived by his wife, Elaine Shanks, 3 Children, 15 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Foster Child, listed below:
Grandchildren: Amanda (Sabra) and Josh Horner, Great Grandchildren: Elias and Leo Son, Kelly Owen (Brenda), Grandchildren Tyler, Garrett, and Ryne (Cassandra) Owen, Great Grandchildren, Paige, Zoey, Rose and Harper Owen
Son: Cole Shanks, Grand Children Kaley (Brandon) Hart and Clay (Sarah) Shanks, Caleb and Blythe Shanks Great Grandchildren: Tara, and Kendall Hart
Grand Children: Zachary, Ezekiel (Lalie), Jon Dakota (Taylor), Kristopher Shanks, Great Grandchildren Nataniel, Zayne, Benjamin, Jon, Robin, Kellin Shanks. Daughter Kirsten (John) Rodgers, Grand Children Geoffery, Aiden, Ciaran, and Niamh Rodgers. Foster Children Betty (John) Sperry.

A celebration of life will be held for Jim Shanks on September 2, at 2:00 p.m., at the Church of the Ascension, located at 4950 S Apopka-Vineland Road Orlando, 32819, with a reception to follow; both are open to the public.

Winston J. McGill, Sr., 87, of Orlando, departed this life on Friday, August 18, 2023. Winston, a lifelong resident of Orlando, was born on August 24, 1935 to the late Hattie S. and Roseborough McGill, Sr.

Winston was an active member of Solid Rock United Methodist Church, Orlando. Professionally, Winston served his community as an educator, and taught for over 35 years with OCPS. His gift for teaching and coaching impacted countless students. His devotion to the craft was driven by his enthusiasm for positively impacting students and working alongside other passionate educators. He retired from Ivey Lane Elementary after several years of service. Winston was a loving father, uncle and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Winston is survived by his beloved daughter, Michelle McGill; son, Winston McGill II; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Shaun Lanier Brown, Sr., 43, of Orlando, departed this life on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Shaun, affectionately known as Beezy, was born on July 17, 1980 in Orlando, Florida to Dorothy B. and Anthony Brown Sr.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Shaun was a loving father, son, brother and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his 4 sons, Shaun Brown, Jr., Jamari M. Brown, Xavier Brown, Elijah Brown; mother, Dorothy Brown; 4 siblings; and a host other relatives and friends.

James Franklin McTear, 70, Orlando, departed this life on Monday, August 14, 2023. James was born on January 3, 1953 in Jacksonville, FL to the late Frankie Mae and Richard J. McTear.

James was employed as an industrial engineer with Lockheed Martin Corporation at the time of his demise. He was also a former employee on the Stats Team with the Orlando Magic Organization, and with Primerica Insurance Company. James was a faithful member of Pine Hills Community Church, Orlando, where he served on the Trustee Board. He was a loving family man and enjoyed spending time reading and watching basketball. James was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Deborah E. McTear; daughters, Danielle McTear, Desiree (Bryan) Baltimore; 2 granddaughters; and a host of other relatives and many friends.

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Mariana Carrasquillo of Kissimmee, Florida, who passed away at the age of 98, on August 24, 2023.

A funeral ceremony will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at theFuneraria San Juan – S. John Young Parkway, located at 3189 S. John Young Parkway, in Kissimmee.