Karl Keith Reynolds, 70, left this earth on July 21, 2026. His soul will be loved and remembered by all that he met or all the help/advice he offered….very freely. A native of Lakeland, Florida, Karl was the son of the late James and Mollie Reynolds. He proudly served four years in the United States Navy, stationed in Misawa, Japan, where he met the love of his life, Cynthia Jo. Together they shared 50 years of marriage filled with love and adventure. Karl is survived by his wife, Cynthia Jo; his sons, Keith Reynolds (Nicole) and Brett Reynolds (Danielle); his beloved grandchildren, Blake, Scarlet, Lucy, Colton, and Savannah, who were the pride and joy of his life; and his sisters, Juanita Harrison, Frances Baker, and Cookie Driskell. He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Reynolds, and his sister, Ladeene Allen. After his military service, Karl devoted his career to the North Naples Fire Department, retiring as Deputy Chief. The fire service was his second home, and he was known for bringing smiles to children as the Fire Safety Magician and Santa Claus at the Philharmonic's holiday celebrations. Karl never met a stranger and was always willing to lend a helping hand or offer advice. He also loved his faithful pets, Hope, Honey Bunny, and Chloe. Karl will be deeply missed by his family, friends, fellow firefighters, and everyone whose life he touched. In a fitting tribute to his lifelong dedication to the fire service, his cremated remains are resting in a cherished vintage fire extinguisher. Online condolences may be made at www.KarlKReynolds.com

Carolyn Cleveland Elworthy passed from this life on 27 March 2026. She was surrounded by loved ones at her home of 26 years overlooking roses and the Columbia River. She was a person of many gifts and is most remembered for her extraordinary kindness, needlepoint, and stoicism. It was clear that her pride of the United States and our shared liberties were unwavering. Born Carolyn Ethel Cleveland in Orlando, Florida on 1 January 1930 to Bernice Young Cleveland and Edward Kuharske Cleveland. Even in her advanced years, Carolyn was a self-described army brat. Her father served in the Civilian Conservation Corps, World War II, and the Korean Conflict thus the family of four travelled extensively in post WW II Europe. Returning to the states, she completed her Bachelor of Science in 1951 at Stetson University in DeLand, Florida where she met the love of her life Richard Paul Elworthy. They married on 30 August 1952. Carolyn was known for her selfless gift of time to loved ones. Her attention to all living things, regardless of popular opinion or appearance, is unparalleled. Carolyn is survived by her three children Mark P. (Camas, WA), Teri L. (Vancouver, WA), Todd R. (Manitou Springs, CO), five grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.

William “Bill” P. Whiffen, Jr., 66, of Naples, FL, passed away on March 20, 2025. Born in Pittsfield, MA, on May 10, 1958, to Wm. “Pete” & Myra Whiffen, he grew up in Great Barrington, excelling in sports and building lifelong friendships. He moved to Florida in 1999, retiring in 2023. Bill will be remembered for his wit, humor, and love of storytelling. He cherished fishing, hunting, and family traditions. He is survived by his children, Andrew & Jessica, their spouses and 5 grandchildren, sister Deborah, and former wife, Stephanie. He was predeceased by his parents and granddaughter Rose.