Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Naples, Florida
The obituaries in the Naples, Florida area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Naples, Florida's history and identity.
Sandra Kay Vatcky
Feb 27, 2026
Sandra Kay Vatcky(Stewart), 64, of Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on
February 27, 2026, at Vitas Hospice. There will be no funeral as it is not something that
Sandra wanted.
Sandra was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 14, 1962 to Andrew and Karen
Stewart. She graduated high school from Muskegon Catholic Central and joined the US
Navy in 1980. After leaving the military she...
Justin Luis Rios
Feb 23, 2026
Justin came into this world, our mother‘s chubbiest baby.Round cheeked and full of life.A son who was loved from his very first breath.He grew into many things.A brother who was easy to talk to, who listens without judgment.Who could make you laugh when you needed it most.He was also a nephew and a cousin whose smile very much did light...
Arnold Dean Poppens
Jan 29, 2026
Arnold Dean Poppens, 86 yrs of Naples, FL passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026.
Born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and raised on the family farm.
Arny graduated from South Dakota State University in Civil Engineering and served as a 1st Lieutenant Base Civil Engineer in the US Airforce. He earned his Professional Engineering license and was registered in 18 states,...
Christine Louise Chickneas
Dec 18, 2025
Christine Louise Chickneas, age 73, of Naples, Florida, passed away on December 18, 2025.
Christine was born in Poughkeepsie, New York, and later made her home in Naples, Florida. She was a devoted wife and mother whose love for her family was constant and unwavering. She will be remembered for her strength, warmth, and the deep care she showed to those...
Dawn Ellen Pappalardo
Nov 8, 2025
Dawn Ellen Pappalardo, aged 63, passed away on November 8th, 2025 at Physicians Regional Hospital in Naples, Florida.
Dawn is survived by her father Anthony "Tony" Pappalardo of Naples, her brother Anthony from Rock Hills, South Carolina, and sister-in-law Denine Pappalardo of Seagrit, New Jersey. She is preceded in death by her mother "Sandy" and older brother...
Jacquelyn Wendell Dunning
Nov 2, 2025
Jacquelyn Wendell Dunning
1957 – 2025
Jacquelyn ("Jackie") Wendell Dunning, 68, of Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025. Born in Bayonne, New Jersey, to Ann and Harry Wendell, and raised in Old Bridge, Jackie grew up surrounded by extended family and lifelong friends. She spent most of her life in Brielle, New...
Ben L Mabrey
Aug 25, 2025
Ben Mabrey, 62, of Fort Myers, passed away on Monday, August 25th, 2025. Ben was a loving husband, father, and son. He was born in St. Joseph, Michigan to parents Frank and Sandi in 1963, and moved to Fort Myers, Florida in 1983 where he met his wife, Sheila, and had two daughters, Jessica and Lindsey. He worked at...
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