City rental registration fee discussion to continue
By MEGHAN BRADBURY news@breezenewspapers.com
Rental registration fees will be back for discussion at Cape Coral City Council’s workshop today.
Councilmember Jennifer Nelson-Lastra established a volunteer stakeholder’s group that discussed the fee and provided some recommendations as to how much the city should charge the mandatory registration of rental properties in the city.
The city currently charges a one-time fee of $35 and proposed to raise it to $600 per year, per unit.
Scoops and Treats holding community blood drive Sunday
Scoops and Treats in Cape Coral will hold a community blood drive this Sunday, Aug. 17, from 1-7 p.m., in partnership with OneBlood.
The Big Red Bus will be on-site for donations, and donors will receive free rewards along with a complimentary ice cream as a thank-you for giving the gift of life.
For the event, Scoops and Treats also welcomes “Wynn,” a star K-9 Unit with Crisis Canine Care, who will be in attendance to meet and greet guests.
Now under new management, Scoops and Treats is proud to continue serving the community while bringing fresh events and new energy to its 1950s retro ice cream parlor.
The public invited to come out, make a difference by donating blood and enjoy a sweet treat on us!
Scoops and Treats is at 229 Del Prado Blvd., N., #6. For additional information about the drive or Scoops and Treats, call (239) 4702670.
The city currently has 6,522 registered rentals. Based on “ready-to-serve methodology” — the number staff deemed needed to assure compliance to city regulations — the city computed its costs at $441 per rental for administration, police and code enforcement.
Among the suggestions from the stakeholder’s groups was a flat fee of $100 to register for all rentals, both annual and short-term.
Previous council discussion included having different fees for annual rentals, seasonal rentals and short-term rentals.
This is expected to be among the items discussed during today’s workshop, as well as a penalty for property owners who do not register.
In other business:
City Council is expected to have discussion regarding a charter school authority amendment. The three types of changes include repealing language that is no longer required, adjusting or correcting language to more accurately reflect what currently occurs and clarifications of certain sections to reflect operations of the Charter School Authority.
Lee schools welcome students
By CASEY BRADLEY GENT news@breezenewspapers.com
Monday morning, as most Lee County schools kicked off the 2025-26 school year, a line of eager students and parents snaked around Trafalgar Elementary School at 1850 S.W. 20th Ave. Older brothers held the hands of younger sisters, and cousins greeted one another enthusiastically as -- one by one -- students made their way through a single metal detector and onto campus.
Aliyah Dominguez, who was attending her first day of kindergarten, held hands with her cousin, Mia Aguillar, an incoming first grader. Aliyah’s mom, Ana, said she was excited for her daughter, and a little nervous.
“My daughter is so ready for kindergarten,” she said. “Just look at her grin.”
Aliyah couldn’t help but giggle, as she grinned and waited patiently for her turn to enter campus.
Lee County School Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin was on hand at Trafalgar Elementary for the first day of school. She helped usher several students through the entrance line.
“My boys are grown,” she said, “finished with college and law school. But I remember
this day well. Lots of nerves and excitement for everybody.”
As students trickled into their new classrooms, Carlin spotted Trafalgar Elementary School Principal Lisa Murphy. The two administrators hugged before Carlin congratulated Murphy by presenting her with a certificate celebrating the reality that Murphy’s school opened on Aug. 11, 2025, with zero vacancies for classroom teachers. Filling available positions in Lee County schools has been a priority for the district. The employment website, Indeed, showed 292 School jobs available in Lee County as of Aug. 11.
“The greatest asset we have is our teachers,” Carlin said.
She said that the first day of school is about getting students a couple of good meals and allowing them to begin building relationships.
See LEE SCHOOLS, page 4
Those sections include the student community, terms for board members and adoptions of regulations, rules and resolutions.
The agenda also includes a discussion about the Cape Coral Bridge monument, commercial/right-of-way parking and a mobility plan follow-up.
The workshop will be held at 9 a.m., today, Aug. 13, in City Council chambers at Cape Coral City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd. The meeting is open to the public.
By CJ HADDAD cjhaddad@breezenewspapers.com
The holder of all things involving the city of Cape Coral’s history is inviting the public to join in on a milestone celebration this weekend.
The Cape Coral Museum of History will host a free open house this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in honor of the 55th anniversary of the city’s incorporation.
The day will include free admission to the museum, and Master Gardeners will be on-site for garden tours.
The city of Cape Coral saw incorporation papers signed on Aug. 18, 1970.
“The museum’s main goal is to educate, so over the past few years we have begun hosting free museum open houses in celebration of milestones for the museum and the city, allowing the public to come into the museum without the burden of cost,” said Cape Coral Museum of History Executive Director Janel Trull. “We chose the closest Saturday to the date of incorporation and will open the museum to the public for free. Our population is constantly increasing and these open houses allow us to engage with both residents and visitors alike, to educate the public on the history of our area, and to continue to create awareness for the museum and its year round activities.”
There will be various community partners joining in this weekend, including a fire truck from the Cape Coral Fire Department from 10 to 11 a.m., a Cape Coral Police Department vehicle on-site all day, garden tours with Master Gardeners and booths from organizations like Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral, Cape Coral Sun, Lee County
See MUSEUM OF HISTORY, page 4
Outside Trafalgar Elementary School, crossing guard Joline Valles smiles as she helps students and parents navigate traffic on Southeast 20th Avenue. CASEY BRADLEY GENT
Burrowing Owl Census shows birds are thriving in Cape Coral
Growth of a most welcome sort has taken wing in Cape Coral — its burrowing owl population is way up.
The Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife released its Cape Coral Burrowing Owl Census for 2025 today and the news, they say, “is nothing short of remarkable.”
Their effort counted 7,008 owls during the weekend of May 17–18, “...a significant increase from the approximately 5,200 owls recorded in 2024 and continues an encouraging upward trend in population growth since 2017.”
CCFW offered the following in way of explanation:
Why Are Burrowing Owls Thriving in Cape Coral?
This success story is a testament to the collaborative efforts between the City of Cape Coral, the community, Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife. Together they’ve created an environment in which this threatened species can not only survive — but thrive.
City Leadership and Habitat Protection: City staff have played a key role by actively enforcing regulations to protect the owls and meticulously recording every reported burrow on an interactive online map. In 2024, the city began acquiring land for wildlife habitat, made possible through a grant from FWC.
Community Engagement: Cape Coral residents continue to embrace their feathered neighbors. Hundreds of citizens contacted CCFW via our hotline (239-980-2593) and through our website ccfriendsofwildlife.org, reporting new burrows or raising concerns. More and more homeowners are installing starter burrows in their
yards, inviting owl families to share their green space.
Support from the State of Florida:
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has increased its focus on supporting burrowing owl conservation in urban areas via land acquisition, a starter burrow monitoring program and educational tools.
Volunteer Commitment: CCFW volunteers collectively contribute thousands of hours annually, assisting with marking new burrows, maintaining habitat by trimming vegetation, installing starter burrows, and educating the public.
A Perfect Match for Urban Habitat
Honey Phillips, MS, CSE, CPRP, recreation program supervisor for the city of Cape Coral, has studied the owls for nearly a decade. She notes that burrowing owls are particularly well-adapted to Cape Coral’s unique urban landscape. “The open, low-mowed lots create a prairie-like habitat,” she explains, “and the abundance of artificial lighting attracts insects—providing a rich food source for owls.” Additionally, owls often utilize porches and building eaves as daytime shelters.
Environmental Conditions Contribute
Weather patterns may also have played a role in this year’s population increase. The recent drought reduced instances of burrow flooding, a hazard during chick-rearing season.
Continued Vigilance is Essential
While these are promising results locally, burrowing owls as a species are state-listed as threatened by the
FWC and conservation efforts are of critical importance. Nick Jennings, FWC Avian Conservation coordinator notes that “while some urban populations are showing encouraging trends, others may be more vulnerable, and we still have much to learn about populations and trends of burrowing owls living outside of urban areas. Although they can thrive in urban environments, studies show their success may decline when areas reach a certain development threshold. That’s why urban conservation efforts are so critical.”
Habitat loss, automobile strikes, and secondary poisoning from rat poison remain ongoing threats.
How You Can Help
the Burrowing Owls:
n Avoid using rat poison, which can harm owls through secondary poisoning.
n Reduce or eliminate the use of pesticides.
n Install a starter burrow in your yard.
n Volunteer or donate to support conservation efforts through Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife: ccfriendsofwildlife.org
About Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife
Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the habitats of protected wildlife species in Cape Coral, Florida. Founded in 2001, CCFW focuses on educating the community about local wildlife resources and advocating for conservation efforts. With approximately 500 members, CCFW leads hands-on projects, public outreach, and events that suppo
‘Scarecrows in the Park’
The Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation and Lee County Parks & Recreation invite businesses, non-profits, groups and organizations to sponsor an entry for “Scarecrows in the Park” as part of the annual Lakes Park Fall Festival.
Scarecrows will be on display Oct. 10-31 in the Children’s Garden at Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, as part of the festival.
The theme of the 2025 competition is “The Wild, Wacky, Weird World of Scarecrows in the Park.” Participants are encouraged to design a single-standing scarecrow that is crazy, unusual, silly, scary or strange. Examples include a “Crazy Crow,” “Mad Hatter,” “Scary Witch” or “Strange Creeper.” The possibilities are endless.
Each display will feature the sponsoring business, family or organization’s name to show support for Lakes Park and the Lee County community.
Youth and school groups are also needed to design scarecrows for businesses that choose to sponsor but not build their own. Youth groups receive $50 for supplies. Awards will be presented to the VIP and People’s Choice winners.
The Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation has organized “Scarecrows in the Park” for 15 years as part of the Lakes Park Fall Festival. Festival activities include a pumpkin patch, hayrides, inflatables and concessions presented by Wheel Fun Rentals, as well as the Halloween Express train ride presented by the Southwest Florida Train Museum.
The deadline for registration is Sept .25. For more information visit http://www.LakesPark.org or email scarecrows@lakespark.org.
The Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to assisting the Lee County Parks and Recreation Department through philanthropic and volunteer efforts to enrich Lakes Park and enhance the community’s enjoyment of this natural resource.
For more information about Lee County Parks & Recreation locations, volunteer opportunities, amenities or special events, visit www. leeparks.org, call 239-533-7275, email leeparks@leegov.com or follow Lee County Parks & Recreation on Facebook and Instagram.
Residents and visitors can also explore more than 30 sites and earn re-
wards through Parks, Points & Perks, a free digital pass program available through May 2026. Learn more at http://www.visitfortmyers.com/ ParksPass.
Enrollment
begins for fall 2025 Calusa Waterkeeper Ranger
Academy Training
Calusa Waterkeeper has announced open enrollment for its Fall 2025 Ranger Academy Training with Calusa Waterkeeper Joe Cavanaugh. Citizens are invited to become certified rangers and stewards of local waterways. The academy offers a comprehensive educational program aimed at fostering environmental stewardship and advocacy for clean water.
The Ranger Academy Training program consists of four courses designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills needed to help protect our waters. The Fall Session kicks off on Saturday, Sept. 13, with Module 1: Ranger Program Introduction and provides an overview of the Ranger Program and Ranger Academy training. Module 2: Pollution & Monitoring is scheduled for Sept. 27, Module 3: Advocacy is scheduled for Oct. 4 and Module 4: Restoration is scheduled for Nov. 1. All classes will be held starting at 9 a.m. in the multi-purpose room at Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve at 7751 Penzance Blvd., Fort Myers.
Participants who complete the academy will graduate as a CWK Ranger, equipped to conduct water and air quality testing as certified citizen scientists. They will also serve as ambassadors of Calusa Waterkeeper, advocating for the clean water movement in our community.
Enrollment in the Fall Ranger Academy Training is a $125 donation that helps to cover the cost of the educational program. Participants will receive a Calusa Waterkeeper Annual Membership, a CWK Ranger baseball hat, and a certificate of completion upon graduation from the academy.
Open enrollment runs until Aug. 31. For more about the Fall Ranger Academy Training or to register, please visit CalusaWaterkeeper.org/rangers
Founded in 1995 as the Caloosahatchee River Citizens Association, Calusa Waterkeeper Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection, conservation and restoration of the Caloosahatchee River and its watershed. CWK’s jurisdiction covers four counties in Southwest Florida and encompasses 1,000 square miles of water. Through advocacy, education, community engagement, legislation and science-based programs and research, Calusa Waterkeeper strives to ensure clean water for current and future generations that is drinkable, fishable, and swimmable. For more information about Calusa Waterkeeper visit calusawaterkeeper.org.
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Tickets available for 2025 CME Group Tour Championship
Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 CME Group Tour Championship, to be held Nov. 20-23. The LPGA Tour’s 75th Anniversary season will culminate at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Fla., ending yet another record-breaking year for the world’s best golfers.
Fans can purchase tickets or view details on ticket options at SeatGeek.com. Daily.
The 2025 CME Group Tour Championship field comprises the top 60 players, plus ties, in the season-long Race to the CME Globe. The field will be finalized following the completion of The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican, held the week prior to the CME Group Tour Championship. Notable names currently in the field include Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings No. 1 Nelly Korda; Rolex Rankings No. 2 and defending CME champion Jeeno Thitikul; reigning Olympic gold medalist and two-time CME champion Lydia Ko; and 2025 major
winners Grace Kim, Minjee Lee, Mao Saigo and Maja Stark.
The Race to the CME Globe is a season-long points competition in which LPGA Members accumulate points in every Official LPGA Tournament to gain entry into the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship. The winner who wins the CME Group Tour Championship will be named the “Race to the CME Globe Champion.” The winner will also receive $4 million, the largest single winner’s prize in the history of women’s golf.
The 2025 Race to the CME Globe began with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in Florida and continues through The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican.
About the LPGA
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is the world’s premier women’s professional golf organization. Created in
1950 by 13 pioneering female Founders, the LPGA, whose members now represent more than 60 countries, is the longest-standing professional women’s sports organization. Through the LPGA Tour, the Epson Tour, the LPGA Professionals, and a joint venture with the Ladies European Tour, the LPGA provides female professionals the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the game of golf at the highest level. In addition to its professional tours and teaching accreditation programs, the LPGA features a fully integrated Foundation, which provides best-in-class programming for female golfers through its junior golf programming, and its LPGA Amateurs division, which offers its members playing and learning opportunities around the world. LPGA aims to use its unique platform to inspire, transform and advance opportunities for girls and women, on and off the golf course.
Follow the LPGA online at www.LPGA. com and on its mobile apps. Join the social conversation on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram and YouTube.
Mighty Mussels’ Smith II FSL Player of the Week
FORT MYERS — Minnesota Twins 2025 17th round draft pick JP Smith II has been named the Florida State League Player of the Week by the offices of Minor League Baseball for the week of Aug. 4-10.
Smith II went 11for-23 (.478) at the plate in five games against the Clearwater Threshers. The Sacramento State product recorded five extra-base hits, with two homers, two doubles and a triple. The slug-
Mussels/Threshers series finale canceled
FORT MYERS — Due to unplayable field conditions and persistent wet weather, the series finale Sunday between the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels and Clearwater Threshers has been cancelled and will not be made up.
ger totalled six RBI and only struck out twice all series. He slashed .478/.500/.913 with a 1.413 OPS and hit safely in all five games, while recording multiple hits in four of them.
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Sponsors needed for Partners in Pink Run Oct. 11
Sponsors are needed for the second annual Partners Pink Run, a 5k run at 8 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, at Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. Presented by Worthington Realty, the Partners Pink Run benefits Partners for Breast Cancer Care, a Southwest Florida nonprofit that funds breast screening, diagnostic testing and treatment for underserved women and men in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades counties.
The nonprofit Partners for Breast Cancer Care receives no federal,
state, county or city funding – all funds are raised in the community. Over the past 10 years, Partners for Breast Cancer Care has helped more than 4,640 people receive nocost breast care.
The organization has funded 7,402 breast care procedures at a cost of more than $1.1 million.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities are still available. For a full list of sponsors levels and benefits or to register for the run, please visit RunSignUp.com/Race/FL/Fort Myers/PartnersPinkRun.
The Mussels headed to Daytona for a six-game series against the Tortugas, starting Tuesday, Aug. 12. There will be no coverage from the Mussels Baseball Network, but Daytona will provide video and live stats of the series.
Mussel to be named FSL Player of the Week since Walker Jenkins in September of 2023. He is the fourth Mussel to earn a weekly honor this season, joining pitchers Jason Doktorczyk, Adrian Bohorquez and Michael Ross.
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35th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship scheduled to return to Fort Myers Beach Nov. 20-24
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce has announced the 35th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship’s return to Fort Myers Beach Nov. 20-24.
This much-anticipated event promises to continue the tradition and celebrate the wonder and excitement that has made it a signature Fort Myers Beach event for locals and visitors alike.
The American Sand Sculpting
Lee County School District Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin, pictured in green dress, helps students navigate the line outside of Trafalgar Elementary School Monday, the first day of school for the 2025-26 year.
CASEY BRADLEY GENT
Championship is being presented by the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with The Sand Lovers, LLC, and DiamondHead Beach Resort.
“Fort Myers Beach is a special piece of paradise. It’s a 7-Mile Island lined with beautiful sugar sand beaches, perfect for making intricate, giant sandcastles,” Said Jacki Liszak, president & CEO of the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Lee schools: Students back in class
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According to the Lee County School District website, the Community Eligibility Program provides both breakfast and lunch -- free of charge -- to all students in its 82 traditional schools, four charter schools and four special centers. There is no need for families or students to fill out an application to participate in the free meals program.
More information is available at http:// www.leeschools.net.
Outside of Trafalgar Elementary, Joline Valles began her third year as a school crossing guard. Valles said she continues helping parents and kids cross bustling
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Southwest 20th Street, because she loves children.
“Society doesn’t accommodate kids very much,” she said. “I want to protect these little people who will one day be the leaders of our society.”
Monday, at 8:15 a.m., the line of traffic along Valles’ stretch of road numbered more than 20 cars in each direction.
Still, Valles smiled. “Have a wonderful day!” she called, her positivity most contagious.
Whether students skipped, tiptoed or galloped onto campus, the overall mood for the first day of school was positive.
History: Event
about our future.”
Master Gardeners, Raso Realty, Wintrust and more.
Trull said the museum, which has been in the city since 1987, takes great pride in preserving the history of a unique, constantly growing city.
“While the collection and the campus have continued to grow over these past 38 years, we are still finding our way as a community hub,” she said. “Our goal is to create a center where all residents and visitors to the area can engage with our history, to learn about our past and to dream with us
“We are super excited about the response we are receiving from both the sculptor and spectator communities. We have TEN master sculptors and TEN advanced amateur sculptors signed up and ready to compete ... with more to come! The return of this beloved signature event to Fort Myers Beach is a testament to the resiliency and perseverance of this small island community. Even after the challenges the
island has faced in the last 5 years, the community is rising stronger and eagerly anticipates welcoming back its most devoted fans. Join us this November as we celebrate together and create magical artworks and lasting memories!
“See you on the sand!”
To get more information and to sign up for event updates, please visit www. fmbsandsculpting.com.
‘Curtain Call Carnage’
Alliance for the Arts seeking haunters, actors, dancers for first ‘13 Nights of Stage Fright’ haunted attraction
The Alliance for the Arts is calling all scare actors, victims and villains to unleash their inner ghouls for “Curtain Call Carnage,” its first-ever haunted attraction. This October, the Alliance will transform its stage and theatre into a terrifying walkthrough maze, promising a full-blown theatrical nightmare unlike any other.
“13 Nights of Stage Fright” will run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 1, at the Alliance for the Arts, located at 10091 McGregor Blvd., just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.
“Curtain Call Carnage” will immerse guests in a world of twisted clowns, disorienting corridors and theatrical carnage. To bring this terrifying vision to life, the Alliance is holding open auditions for a variety of roles, including performers for a horror-filled one-act play, iconic villain cosplay appearances and a charismatic emcee to guide guests through nightly “frightivities.” The Alliance is also assembling a flash mob performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and seeking “Time Warp” dancers. Whether you love to terrify, entertain or raise the dead with your dance moves, there’s a role for everyone!
Most roles are volunteer-based, with tiered perks based on hours of participation. A per diem may also be available for some positions.
Open auditions:
n Friday, Aug. 15, 6-9 p.m.
n Saturday, Aug. 16, 2-6 p.m.
Callbacks (by invitation only):
n Sunday, Aug. 17, 2-5 p.m.
What to bring:
Participants should come prepared for improvisation, physical movement and cold readings. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement. While not mandatory, a headshot or recent photo and a performance résumé are helpful for the audition process. Please do not email, mail, or drop off these items in advance.
For performers in the Scare Maze, please note: Clowns must bring their own makeup, and costume pieces are a plus
(some will be provided). Victims should also bring their own makeup, and 70s period costumes are a plus (some will be provided).
Roles available:
Scare Maze Performers (Age 16+)
n 15 Clowns (Male & Female)
n 10 Victims (Male & Female)
One-Act Play:
“The Little Boy” (three 20-minute performances on October 30)
n Anna (Female, 25–35)
n Man (Male, 30s)
n Boy (Male, 8–12): Guardian must be present at all rehearsals and performances. Specialty roles:
n Emcee: Oct. 18, Oct. 24, Oct. 31 (additional dates may be included).
n Fortune Tellers: Oct. 19 & Oct. 26.
n Iconic Horror Villains: Oct. 24 (Your own costume is preferred but not mandatory.) Seeking most iconic villains, with particular need for: Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees, The Nun, Dracula and Ghostface.
Dancers
(Not holding auditions during open auditions)
n Time Warp Dancers (4–8; Male & Female; Any Age): Performance on October 18.
n Thriller Flash Mob Dancers (20–30 zombies; Male & Female; Any Age): Performance on Oct. 25.
n Interested in dancing? Please email michael@artinlee.org.
For those interested in being one of the dancers or only in “The Little Boy” oneact play: Email michael@artinlee.org to schedule a specific audition time. You must be available for callbacks on Sunday, Aug. 17.
Whether you’re creepy, kooky, spooky, or mysterious, the Alliance for the Arts wants to see what you’ve got!
For more information, please call the alliance at 239-939-2787, visit us at www.ArtInLee.org, find us on MeetUp, Facebook and Instagram.
marking city’s 55th anniversary Saturday
The museum harbors information on most aspects of life in the Cape, from the early attractions and businesses, to the history of municipal institutions like the CCFD, CCFD and the hospital. Each exhibit touches on a small part of the Cape with detailed information, photographs, artifacts and more.
The Cape Coral Museum of History is the only museum in the area that focuses on the history of Cape Coral. Collections include information, photographs and artifacts on all aspects of the area from the Calusa to today.
In October the museum will be opening an exhibit on the 85-year history of Lee County Electric Cooperative and its contributions to the Cape. From Homer Wells’ handshake with the Rosen brothers in 1957 that guaranteed power to their new development, to reconstruction after hurricanes, LCEC has been here since the beginning of Cape Coral.
“Knowing our history helps us better understand where we live, why things are the way they are, and more,” Trull said.
“The history of Cape Coral as a community is very short in comparison to many other areas in the country and the world. We are
lucky to have many of the original community leaders still around as resources for first-hand information. By looking at our past through a critical thinking lens, we can help build a strong future for the community.”
For more information on the Cape Coral Museum of History, and to RSVP to the free event, visit “http://capecoralmuseum. org/events/. The Cape Coral Museum of History is at 544 Cultural Park Blvd., next to Cultural Park Theatre.
CITY LEGALS
CITY OF CAPE CORAL
INVITATION FOR BIDS
The City of Cape Coral, Florida will receive Bids for SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF POLYACRYLIC ACID ANTI SCALANT, #BUT25129LC in accordance with the specifications on file. Detailed specifications and instructions for submittal may be obtained online at https://capecoral.ionwave.net/ Login.aspx. Contact 239-5740831 if assistance is needed.
BIDS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ION WAVE NO LATER THAN 2:00 P.M. on September 16, 2025. BIDS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO BE SUBMITTED AFTER THAT TIME.
By Order of the City Manager
Kimberly Bruns, CMC, City Clerk
Advertise: August 13, 2025 August 13, 2025 LC1502
PROBATE
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-2054
Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF ELFREDA LEWIS
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Elfreda Lewis, deceased, whose date of death was February 24, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 2075 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is August 13, 2025.
Personal Representatives: Teresa Scott 3774 Stovall Road Park City, Kentucky 42160 Ann Froggett 2225 Poynter Road Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
Attorney for Personal Representatives: Thomas M. Tarsia
Attorney Florida Bar Number: 51628 2002 Del Prado Blvd. S Unit 205 CAPE CORAL, FL 33990
Telephone: (239) 933-9383 Fax: (239-) 933-9459 E-Mail: Tarsia@tarsialawgroup.com
Secondary E-Mail: cirillo@tarsialawgroup.com
August 13, 20, 2025 LC9339 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2242
Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF Roberta Lyn Lorenzi Deceased. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION (testate)
The administration of the estate of Roberta Lyn Lorenzi, deceased, is pending in the Circuit Court for County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P. O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902. The file number for the estate is 25-CP-2242. The estate is testate and the dates of the decedent’s will and any codicils are 05/09/2025
The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. The fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in section 90.5021, Florida Statutes, applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the personal representative.
Any interested person on whom a copy of the notice of administration is served must file with the court, on or before the date that is 3 months after the date of service of a copy of the Notice of Administration on that person, any objection that challenges the validity of the will or any codicils, venue, or jurisdiction of the court. The 3 month time period may only be extended for estoppel based upon a misstatement by the personal representative regarding the time period within which an objection must be filed. The time period may not be extended for any other reason, including affirmative representation, failure to disclose information, or misconduct by the personal representative or any other person. Unless sooner barred by section 733.212(3), Florida Statutes, all objections to the validity of the will, venue or the jurisdiction of the court must be filed no later than the earlier of the entry of an order of final discharge of the personal representative or 1 year after service of the notice of administration.
Persons who may be entitled to exempt property under section 732.402, Florida Statutes, will be deemed to have waived their rights to claim that property as exempt property unless a petition for determination of exempt property is filed by such persons or on their behalf on or before the later of the date that is 4 months after the date of service of a copy of the notice of administration on such persons or the date that is 40 days after the date of termination of any proceedings involving the construction, admission to probate, or validity of the will or involving any other matter affecting any part of the exempt property. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community
Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by the surviving spouse or a beneficiary as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
Unless an extension is granted pursuant to section 732.2135(2), Florida Statutes, an election to take an elective share must be filed on or before the earlier of the date that is 6 months after the date of service of a copy of the notice of administration on the surviving spouse, an attorney in fact or a guardian of the property of the surviving spouse; or the date that is 2 years after the date of the decedent’s death. Under certain circumstances and by failing to contest the will, the recipient of this notice of administration may be waiving his or her right to contest the validity of a trust or other writing incorporated by reference into the will.
MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A.
Attorneys for Personal Representative 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD.
ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Telephone: (239) 282-0551
Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Kari Lorenzi
29 SW 21st Place, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Personal Representative August 13, 20, 2025 LC0835
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-2242 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF Roberta Lyn Lorenzi Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Roberta Lyn Lorenzi, deceased, whose date of death was June 6th, 2025 is pending in the Circuit Court for LEE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P. O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE,
ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is August 13, 2025. MELVILLE G. BRINSON, III, P.A. Attorneys for Personal Representative 8359 STRINGFELLOW RD. ST. JAMES CITY, FL 33956
Telephone: (239) 282-0551
Florida Bar No. 0494003
Email Addresses: brinson@afblaw.com suz@afblaw.com
Kari Lorenzi 29 SW 21st Place, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Personal Representative August 13, 20, 2025 LC0835 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-2003
Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF EVELYN NAVAS
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Evelyn Navas, deceased, whose date of death was April 10, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, located at 2075 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd., Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the attorney for the personal representative are provided below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this notice is August 13, 2025.
Personal Representative: Bill Navas 1433 SE 13th Street Cape Coral, FL 33990
Attorney for Personal
Representative:
Thomas M. Tarsia, Esq.
Florida Bar No. 0051628
Tarsia Law Group
2002 Del Prado Blvd. S., Unit 205
Cape Coral, Florida 33990
Phone: 239-933-9383
Fax: 239-933-9459
Primary Email: tarsia@tarsialawgroup.com
Secondary Email: cirillo@tarsialawgroup.com
August 13, 20, 2025 LC9339
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO: 25-CP-160 IN RE: ESTATE OF EDWARD MUNSON Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of EDWARD MUNSON, deceased, whose date of death was March 25, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division; File No. 25-CP160; the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Ft. Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
A personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS AUGUST 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: Joan DeMichael Henry LUSK, DRASITES & TOLISANO, P.A. 202 Del Prado Boulevard Cape Coral, Florida 33990 (239) 574-7442
FLORIDA BAR #0136352
Personal Representative:
JOANNE ELAINE MUNSON 7200 Twin Eagle Lane Fort Myers, FL 33912 August 6, 13, 2025 LC0056 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25CP2154 IN RE: ESTATE OF EDWARD TAYLOR COONS SR. Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Edward Taylor Coons Sr., deceased, whose date of death was June 20, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL, 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is August 6, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Scott Kuhn, Esq
Attorney Florida Bar Number: 555436 6720 Winkler Road Fort Myers, FL 33919 Telephone: (239) 333-4529
Fax: (239) 333-4531
E-Mail: pleadings@kuhnlegal.com
Personal Representative: Edward T. Coons, Jr.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The City of Cape Coral Charter School Authority Governing Board will hold their Regularly Scheduled Meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 5:00P.M., in the Cape Coral Council Chambers, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33990
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Herons Glen Recreation District (the “District”) has called for a public hearing to be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse of the Herons Glen Golf & Country Club, 2250 Herons Glen Boulevard, North Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida, for the purpose of adopting its Annual Budget and non-ad valorem assessment roll in the form of special assessments to defray the cost of bond debt service and operating and maintaining the District’s Recreational Facilities and to fund capital replacement and deferred maintenance reserve accounts during its upcoming fiscal year, 2025/2026. (These annual assessments are here referred to as the “Special Assessments” and the September 5, 2025, public hearing is here referred to as the “Public Hearing”).
The total amount of the proposed Operation and Maintenance (“O&M”) Special Assessment per lot is $2,993.00. The debt service (“Bond”) assessment is $1,424.58 per lot.
For most lots, the Operation and Maintenance assessments are proposed to be billed directly by the District in quarterly installments of $748.00. For lots owned by owners who are two or more quarters delinquent, the O&M amounts stated above are proposed to be collected either directly by the District, or by the County Tax Collector, as determined by the District from time to time. The actual final assessment amount for each lot will be determined by the Board of Supervisors at the Public Hearing.
The District proposes to levy these non-ad valorem Special Assessments against the specially benefitted property within the boundaries of the District, including but not limited to, the Herons Glen, Del Vera and Mystic subdivisions, North Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida, for the purposes of acquisition, operation, maintenance, replacement and management of the District’s Recreation Facilities, all as more fully described in Resolution No. 2025-18
Pursuant to Resolution No. 2025-18, the District has stated its intent to use methods of collecting the Special Assessments authorized by Chapters 170 and/or 197, Florida Statutes. Failure of a property owner in the District to pay the Special Assessments levied on such owner’s property when due will cause a tax certificate to be issued if the assessment is placed on the tax roll, or a lien to be filed upon such property if the assessment is not placed on the tax roll, either of which may result in loss of title to the property. The total amount of all proposed assessments is $3,891,484.00
All affected property owners have the right to appear at the Public Hearing and the right to file written objections with the District within twenty (20) days from the date of this notice. If a person decides to appeal any decisions made by the Board of the District with respect to any matters considered at the Public Hearing, that person will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based.
Any person requiring special accommodations at any of the meetings because of a disability or physical impairment should contact Herons Glen at 239-731-4501 at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting.
HERONS GLEN RECREATION DISTRICT
Dated: July 18, 2025
221 Blue Heron Lake Circle
Ormond Beach, Florida 32174
August 6, 13, 2025
LC1280
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO. 25-CP-2348
IN RE: ESTATE OF CHERYL L. HELTON a/k/a CHERYL L. HYLTON, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of CHERYL L. HELTON a/k/a CHERYL L. HYLTON, deceased, File No. 25-CP-2348, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 9346, Fort Myers, Florida 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claim with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is August 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: Judy A. Romano, Esq. Florida Bar No. 881200 6719 Winkler Rd., Suite 118 Fort Myers, Florida 33919 Telephone: (239) 437-5378 Personal Representative: Stephanie England 1501 N. Gator Circle Cape Coral, Florida 33909 August 6, 13, 2025 LC0074
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO: 25-CP-002295 IN RE: ESTATE OF REBECCA HINDS Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of REBECCA HINDS, deceased, whose date of death was June 6, 2025; is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division; File No. 25-CP002295; the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Ft. Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
A personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS AUGUST 6, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative:
Joan DeMichael Henry LUSK, DRASITES & TOLISANO, P.A.
202 Del Prado Boulevard
Cape Coral, Florida 33990 (239) 574-7442
FLORIDA BAR #0136352
Personal Representative:
BRADLEY MICHAEL CORRIE
116 Locksley Ct.
Troy, IL 62294
August 6, 13, 2025
LC0056
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-2091
Division IN RE: ESTATE OF JEREMY D. HOTZ
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Jeremy D. Hotz, deceased, whose date of death was January 28, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is August 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative:
Personal Representative: Robin D. Merriman II, Esq.
Attorney Florida Bar Number: 105386 9200 Estero Park Commons, Blvd., Ste 4
Estero, Florida 33928
Telephone: (239) 301-3495
Fax: (239) 908-0829
E-Mail: rm@merriman-law.com
Secondary E-Mail: tq@merriman-law.com
Michael Scharf 1217 Gibson Drive Melissa, Texas 75454
August 6, 13, 2025
LC1999
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
FILE NO: 25-CP-002289
IN RE: ESTATE OF JANET VOUDREN HARRIS
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of JANET VOUDREN HARRIS, deceased, whose date of death was May 20, 2025; is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division; File No. 25-CP-002289; the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Ft. Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, con-
tingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
A personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS AUGUST 6, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Joan DeMichael Henry LUSK, DRASITES & TOLISANO, P.A. 202 Del Prado Boulevard Cape Coral, Florida 33990 (239) 574-7442
FLORIDA BAR #0136352
Personal Representative: DONNA BINGHAM 103 Arch St. Keene, NH 03431 August 6, 13, 2025 LC0056
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2250 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF TERI L.HALM Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Teri L.Halm, deceased, whose date of death was June 27, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is August 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative:
Personal Representative: Lisa A. Musial Esq. (FL Bar #495972)
Musial Law Firm, LLC
923 Del Prado Blvd S 207 Cape Coral, FL 33990
Telephone: (239) 772-0639
E-Mail: lamusial@musiallawfl.com
Secondary E-Mail: legalasst@musiallawfl.com
Susan M. Wilson
1830 Flamingo Dr. North Fort Myers, Florida 33917
August 6, 13, 2025
LC0639
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO: 25-CP-002296
IN RE:
ESTATE OF RONALD J. HOVER
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of RONALD J. HOVER, deceased, whose date of death was June 9, 2025; is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division; File No. 25-CP002296; the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Ft. Myers, FL 33902. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
A personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS AUGUST 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: Joan DeMichael Henry LUSK, DRASITES & TOLISANO, P.A.
202 Del Prado Boulevard Cape Coral, Florida 33990 (239) 574-7442
FLORIDA BAR #0136352
Personal Representative: JASON R. HOVER 11809 Royal Tee Ct. Cape Coral, FL 33991 August 6, 13, 2025
LC0056
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2042 IN RE: ESTATE OF LOLA I. DIVINS
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Lola I. Divins, deceased, whose date of death was March 27, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL, 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE
OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is August 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative:
Scott Kuhn, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 555436 6720 Winkler Road Fort Myers, FL 33919
Telephone: (239) 333-4529
Fax: (239) 333-4531
E-Mail: pleadings@kuhnlegal.com
Personal Representative: Rebecca Dryden 712 Cambridge Rd. Brookhaven, Pennsylvania 19015
August 6, 13, 2025
LC1280
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
File No. 25-CP-155 IN RE: ESTATE OF NORA C. HARMON
Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Nora C. Harmon, deceased, whose date of death was November 22, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is August 13, 2025.
Attorney for Personal Representative:
/s/Scott Kuhn Scott Kuhn
E-mail Addresses: Pleadings@kuhnlegal.com
Florida Bar No. 555436 Kuhn Law Firm 6720 Winkler Road Fort Myers, Florida 33919
Telephone: (239) 333-4529
Personal Representative: Lisa Absher 8840 Paseo De Valencia Street Fort Myers, Florida 33908
August 13, 20, 2025 LC1280
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO. 25-CP-2090 IN RE: ESTATE OF VICTORIA ANN MURRAY,
Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of VICTORIA ANN MURRAY, deceased, File Number 25-CP002090, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is August 6, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative:
/s/ Christine F. Wright
Christine F. Wright, Esq.
Florida Bar No. 120790 923 Del Prado Blvd. S., Suite 205 Cape Coral, FL 33990
Tel: 239-542-9955
Fax: 239-829-0548
E-mail: cwright@wlfpa.com
Secondary E-mail: info@wlfpa.com
Personal Representative: /s/ Christine F. Wright 923 Del Prado Blvd., Suite 205 Cape Coral, FL 33990
August 6, 13, 2025
LC0273
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO: 25-CP-002058 IN RE: THE ESTATE OF LOTHAR HERMANN FRANKE Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of LOTHAR HERMANN FRANKE, deceased, File Number 25-CP002058, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is August 6, 2025.
Personal Representative: /s/ Oliver Franke
Oliver Franke AM Weinbert 0638162 cremlingen, Germany Attorney for Personal
Representative: /s/ Christine F. Wright
Christine Wright, Esq.
Florida Bar No.: 120790
923 Del Prado Blvd. S., Suite 205
Cape Coral, FL 33990
Tel: 239-542-9955
Fax: 239-829-0548
E-mail: cwright@wlfpa.com
Secondary E-mail: info@wlfpa.com
August 6, 13, 2025
LC0273
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
File No.: 25-CP- 1997
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA FRANCES WILKINS, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of VIRGINIA FRANCES WILKINS, deceased, File Number 25-CP1997, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is August 6, 2025. Marlo Marie Castillo, Co-Personal Representative Warren Mercer, Co-Personal Representative
THOMAS G. ECKERTY, ESQUIRE Attorney for Personal Representative 12734 Kenwood Lane, Suite 89 Fort Myers, Florida 33907-5638 thomaseckerty@embarqmail.com Office: (239) 936-8338 Florida Bar No.: 310565 August 6, 13, 2025 LC0024 IN THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2244 IN RE: ESTATE OF KATHRYN COOPER, Deceased. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION (Ancillary Administration) The ancillary administration of the estate of KATHRYN COOPER, deceased, is pending in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. BOX 9346, Fort Myers, Florida 33902, File Number 25-CP-2244. The estate is testate and the date of the decedent’s will is April 30, 2018 and Codicil October 29, 2020. The name and address of the ancillary personal representative and the ancillary personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. The fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in Florida Statutes Section 90.5021 applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the ancillary personal representative. Any interested person on whom a copy of the Notice of Administration is served who challenges the validity of the will or codicils, venue or jurisdiction of the court is required to file any objection with the court in the manner provided in the Florida Probate Rules WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY LAW, which is on or before the date that is three (3) months after the date of service of a copy of the Notice of Administration on that person; any objection that challenges the validity of the will, the venue, or the jurisdiction of the court. The three (3) month time period may only be extended for estoppel based upon misstatement by the personal representative regarding the time period within which an objection must be filed. The
time period may not be extended for any other reason, including affirmative representation, failure to disclose information, or misconduct by the personal representative or any other person. Unless sooner barred by Section 733.212(3), all objections to the validity of a will, venue, or the jurisdiction of the court must be filed no later than the earlier of the entry of an order of final discharge of the personal representative or one (1) year after service of the Notice of Administration. Under certain circumstances and by failing to contest the will, the recipient of the notice of administration may be waiving his or her right to contest the validity of a trust or other writing incorporated by reference into a will.
/S/ ELIZABETH C. BENTLEY, Esquire Attorney For The Ancillary Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 85927
PATRONE BENTLEY LAW GROUP 8695 College Pkwy., Ste. 202 Fort Myers, FL 33919 Telephone: (239) 747-7102 elizabeth@pblawgroup.law courtney@pblawgroup.law
Julia Cooper /S/ JULIA COOPER, Ancillary Personal Representative 10 Castle Harbor Dr, Toms River, NJ 08757 August 6, 13, 2025 LC1268 IN THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-2244 IN RE: ESTATE OF KATHRYN COOPER, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
(Ancillary Administration) TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE:
The ancillary administration of the estate of KATHRYN COOPER, deceased, File Number 25-CP2244 is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, Florida 33902. The name and address of the ancillary personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT:
All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, on whom this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of the notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act applies or may apply (as described in Sections 732.216- 732.228, Florida Statutes) unless a written demand is made by a beneficiary or creditor as specified in and within the time prescribed in Section 732.2211, Florida Statues.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims against the decedent’s estate, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
THE date of first publication of this Notice is: August 6, 2025.
/S/ ELIZABETH C. BENTLEY, Esquire
Attorney For The Ancillary Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 85927
PATRONE BENTLEY LAW GROUP
8695 College Pkwy., Ste. 202 Fort Myers, FL 33919
Telephone: (239) 747-7102
elizabeth@pblawgroup.law courtney@pblawgroup.law
/S/ JULIA COOPER, Ancillary Personal Representative 10 Castle Harbor Dr, Toms River, NJ 08757
August 6, 13, 2025 LC1268
IN THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR
LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No.: 25-CP-2245 IN RE: ESTATE OF EDNA RUARK, Deceased. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION (Intestate)
The administration of the estate of EDNA RUARK, deceased, is pending in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, Florida 33902, File Number 25-CP-2245. The estate is intestate.
The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. The fiduciary lawyer-client privilege in Florida Statutes Section 90.5021 applies with respect to the personal representative and any attorney employed by the personal representative.
Any interested person on whom a copy of the Notice of Administration is served who challenges the validity of the will or codicils, venue or jurisdiction of the court is required to file any objection with the court in the manner provided in the Florida Probate Rules WITHIN THE TIME REQUIRED BY LAW, which is on or before the date that is three (3) months after the date of service of a copy of the Notice of Administration on that person; any objection that challenges the validity of the will, the venue, or the jurisdiction of the court. The three (3) month time period may only be extended for estoppel based upon misstatement by the personal representative regarding the time period within which an objection must be filed. The time period may not be extended for any other reason, including affirmative representation, failure to disclose information, or misconduct by the personal representative or any other person. Unless sooner barred by Section 733.212(3), all objections to the validity of a will, venue, or the jurisdiction of the court must be filed no later than the earlier of the entry of an order of final discharge of the personal representative or one (1) year after service of the Notice of Administration.
The persons who may be entitled to exempt property under Section 732.402, Florida Statutes, will be deemed to have waived their rights to claim that property as exempt property unless a petition for determination of exempt property is filed by such persons or on their behalf on or before the later of the date that is four (4) months after the date of service of a copy of the Notice of Administration on such persons or the date that is forty (40) days after the date of termination of any proceedings involving the construction, admission to probate, or validity of the will or involving any other matter affecting any part of the exempt property; and
Under certain circumstances and by failing to contest the will, the recipient of the notice of administration may be waiving his or her right to contest the validity of a trust or other writing incorporated by reference into a will.
/s/ Elizabeth C. Bentley
ELIZABETH C. BENTLEY, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 85927
PATRONE BENTLEY LAW GROUP 8695 College Parkway, Suite 202 Fort Myers, Florida 33919 Telephone: (239) 747-7102 Elizabeth@pblawgroup.law Zoe@pblawgroup.law /s/ Prondolynn Ford
PRONDOLYNN FORD, Petitioner August 13, 20, 2025 LC1268
IN THE TWENTIETH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION File No.: 25-CP-2245 IN RE:
ESTATE OF EDNA RUARK, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: The administration of the estate of EDNA RUARK, deceased, File Number 25-CP- 2245; is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 9346, Fort Myers, Florida 33902. The name and address of the ancillary personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedent’s estate, on whom this notice is
served within three months after the date of the first publication of the notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
The personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act applies or may apply (as described in Sections 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes) unless a written demand is made by a beneficiary or creditor as specified in and within the time prescribed in Section 732.2211, Florida Statues.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims against the decedent’s estate, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is: August 13, 2025.
/s/ Elizabeth C. Bentley
ELIZABETH C. BENTLEY, Esquire
Florida Bar No.: 85927
PATRONE BENTLEY LAW GROUP
8695 College Parkway, Suite 202 Fort Myers, Florida 33919
Telephone: (239) 747-7102
Elizabeth@pblawgroup.law
Zoe@pblawgroup.law /s/ Prondolynn Ford
PRONDOLYNN FORD, Petitioner
August 13, 20, 2025
LC1268
FICTITIOUS NAMES
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REGISTER FICTITIOUS NAME
The undersigned does hereby certify that Yukie Poole is conducting a Retail business at 4135 MLK BLVD, Fort Myers Fl in Lee County under the fictitious name of Yuki’s Place and that said firm is composed of the following persons whose names and places of residence are as follows:
Yukie Poole
221 SW 33rd Ter.
Cape Coral, Fl. 33914
Ownership of Yuki’s Place is as follows: Yukie Poole
It is my intention to apply to the Department of State, Division of Corporations, State of Florida to register the said name of Yuki’s Place under the provision of Chapter 90-267 (Fictitious Name Act), Laws of Florida (Section 865.09, Florida Statutes), 1990. August 13, 2025 LC2210
AUCTIONS
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: Extra Space Storage 3780 Central Ave Fort Myers, FL 33901 9/2/2025 10:00am
Jasmine Rivera
Household Goods
Colin Trovillion
Household Goods
Franczy Romulus
Household Goods
Drew Gay
Household Goods
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC3061
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:
Extra Space Storage 17780 San Carlos Blvd Fort Myers Fl 33931, 09/02/25 1:00PM
3151 Winkler Ave
Gavin Logan Electronics Clothing Shoes, Suitcases
The auction will be listed on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC7845
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 708 Burnt Store Rd N, Cape Coral, FL, 33993, 09/04/2025 at 1030AM.
Wesley Morgan Engine parts, E bike, tires, fishing poles, golf clubs, grill
GianFranco Garcia Love Seat, bench, dresser, bed frame
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC4001
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 3031 Palm Beach Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33916 September 4th, 2025 @ 10:30am Vasha Davis 8 totes The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC3031
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:
3111 Cleveland Ave Fort Myers, Florida 33901, September 2nd, 2025 at 11:00AM
Likenson Joseph
Household Items
Reginald Watkins
Household Items
Alexis Mills
Household Items
Nichole Coleman Personal Items
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.stora getreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025 LC3322
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personalproperty described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 2710 Skyline Blvd Cape Coral FL 33914 on September 4, 2025 at 2:00pm
Conrad Petersen - cleaning supplies
Andrew Gonzalez - holiday decor
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC1271
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:
property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC6565
Ft Myers, FL 33916
September 2, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Laquisha Mobley Boxes, bins, coolers, sport equipment
Diana Mackowski Boxes and bikes
Heather Carrier Totes, furniture, sentimental items
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC1315
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:
4400 Solomon Blvd Fort Myers, FL 33901
9/2/2025 at 10am
Taren Gavin Household Goods
Roy Rey Furniture
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC4400
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:
4132 Chiquita Blvd S Cape Coral, Fl 33914 on 9/4/2025 at 12:00 PM
Mike Rado- Toys, Boxes, Clothing, Totes, Dart Board, Luggage
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC1413
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below, belonging to those individuals listed below, at the location indicated:
8420 Murano Del Lago Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, September 2nd, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Mark Myers ~ Bedding, Futniture, Boxes
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above-referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC0842
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 2670 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers FL, 33907, September 2nd, 2025, 11:00am
Edwin Garcia - Household Goods
Carlos Pavon - Household Goods
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below the location indicated:
16641 S Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers, FL. 33908, September 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Frederick Jannino - Household Goods
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.stora getreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the ab referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC1664
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 16590 San Carlos Blvd Fort Myers, FL 33908 on September 4th, 2025 at 10:00am Eleazar Jose Valle Tinoco - Tools and supplies
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025 LC0547
Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 9321 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919, September 2, 2025 @ 2:30 PM Peter Gonzales -Household Goods The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025 LC0932
Notice is hereby given, Safe-TStorage will sell the following units and vehicles along with their contents by public auction to satisfy their liens against their tenants; in accordance with the Florida Self Storage Facility Act.
Auction Date: Sept. 12, 2025 Time of Auction: 2:00 pm Location: 17501 Pine Ridge Road, Ft. Myers Beach, FL 33931 Payment options: CASH ONLY unit 4105
Zacharias Louis Pantas Vicenzino Rumore Vicenzino Dimetrus Rumore II 1975 Sport Craft Outboard SCR12081M751
Michael Gilarski II unit b02 household goods
Joel M Gurley unit b40 and b32 household goods
Gary Bluman unit d03 household goods
August 13, 20, 2025 LC0075
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that STORQUEST intends to sell the personal property described below, which is stored at 1975 SW Pine Island Rd. Cape Coral, FL. 33991 (239)565-2877, to enforce a lien imposed on said property under The Florida Self Storage Facility Act Statutes (Section 83.801-83.809). The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on August 28, 2025 12:00 PM at StorageTreasures. com.
Name: Unit # Contents Aurielle Tedesco B115 HHGS Krupa Patel C107 HHGS William Counts D198 HHGS
Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items are sold as is, where is, and must be removed at
the time of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC1197
Public sale for unpaid towing and storage charges per F.S.713.78
Master Touch Auto Repair, Inc
dba Master Touch Auto Body 1508 Viscaya Pkwy Cape Coral, FL 33990 1985 MGI Procraft vessel MGIP06381485 Sale on 9/8/2025 @9:00 a.m.
August 13, 2025
LC1508
STORAGE TREASURES AUCTION
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:
800 Abrams Blvd Lehigh Acres, Fl 33971 September 2, 2025 @1:00pm
Ramona Montez
Household items, boxes
Natalie Animas
Household items, boxes
Chris Beile
NFL/College gear, shelves, posters, NFL/College buckets
The auction will be listed and advertised on www.stora getreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
August 13, 20, 2025
LC3165
MISCELLANEOUS
HERONS GLEN RECREATION DISTRICT NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED BOARD MEETING
The Herons Glen Recreation District Meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025 has been moved to September 22, 2025. The meeting will be held in the Herons Glen Clubhouse at 2250 Herons Glen Boulevard, North Fort Myers, Florida, 33917, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The meeting is open to the public and the public is invited to attend.
Any person requiring special accommodation at the meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact Herons Glen at 239-731-4533 at least five (5) calendar days prior to the meeting.
IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE HERONS GLEN RECREATION DISTRICT WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETING OR HEARING, (S) HE WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND THAT, FOR SUCH PURPOSE, (S)HE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. August 13, 2025 LC0244
ACTIONS
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-004530
Division:
John Timothy Oates Petitioner, and Laura Kupisz Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Laura Kupisz {Respondent’s last known address} 10660 Holliday Lane Bristol FL 32321
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to
it on John Timothy Oates whose address is 6755 N Biscayne Dr North Port FL 34291 on or before July 23, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 06/13/2025
Kevin C. Karnes
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: Jessica Collins
Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of: Abraham Penton www.mysimpledivorceonline.com 8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200 Miami, FL 33193 305-744-2319
July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2025 ######
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY CASE NO. 25-DP-4-K1 IN THE INTEREST OF:
S.S.S. DOB: 12/1/2024, E.D.S. DOB: 12/1/2024, MINOR CHILDREN
NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
TO: Sarah Massengill, address unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following children for adoption: S.S.S. born on 12/1/2024., and E.D.S., born on 12/1/2024. You are hereby commanded to appear on September 11, 2025, at 9:00 AM before the Honorable Gilberto Perez at the Lee Courthouse, Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street Courtroom 3-A 3rd Floor Fort Myers, FL 33901, for an ADVISORY HEARING. FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD (OR CHILDREN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Brooke Dean, Operations Division Manager, whose office is located at Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, and whose telephone number is (239) 5331771, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. WITNESS, my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 18t day of July, 2025. Kevin Karnes, Clerk of Court By: B. Kelly As Deputy Clerk July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2025
LC0017
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY,
FLORIDA Case No.: 25-DR-005227
Division:’
DEVENDRADUTT BAMDEV UNIYAL Petitioner, and RA’NEISHA SHANTERIA LASHON COLLIER Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: RA’NEISHA SHANTERIA LASHON COLLIER
{Respondent’s last known address) 80 SILVERTHORN ST Freeport FL 32439
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on DEVENDRADUTT BAMDEV UNIYAL whose address is 80 SULVERTHORN ST Freeport FL 32439 on or before August 20, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street Fort Myers, Florida 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: (insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 07/11/2025
Kevin C. Karnes CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: Eldora Bakelman Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of: Abraham Penton www.mysimpledivorceonline.com
8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200 Miami, FL 33193
305-744-2319
July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2025 ######
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY
CASE NO. 23-DP-295-K1
IN THE INTEREST OF: L.J.A. DOB: 3/4/2011 Minor Child
NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
TO: Joyce Ayala, address unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following child for adoption: L.J.A. born on 3/4/2011. You are hereby commanded to appear on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. before the Honorable Gilberto Perez at the Lee Courthouse, Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street, Courtroom 3-A, 3rd Floor, Fort Myers, FL 33901, for an ADVISORY HEARING.
FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD (OR CHILDREN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please con-
tact Brooke Dean, Operations Division Manager, whose office is located at Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, and whose telephone number is (239) 5331771, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.
WITNESS, my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof. Kevin C. Karnes, Clerk of Court bY: B. Kelly
As Deputy Clerk July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2025 LC0017
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY CASE NO. 25-DP-4-K1 IN THE INTEREST OF:
S.S.S. E.D.S.
DOB: 12/1/2024, DOB: 12/1/2024, MINOR CHILDREN NOTICE OF ACTION TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS TO:Jermaine Smalls, address unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families, has filed a Petition to terminate your parental rights and permanently commit the following children for adoption: S.S.S. born on 12/1/2024., and E.D.S., born on 12/1/2024. You are hereby commanded to appear on September 11, 2025, at 9:00 AM before the Honorable Gilberto Perez at the Lee Courthouse, Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street Courtroom 3-A 3rd Floor Fort Myers, FL 33901, for an ADVISORY HEARING.
FAILURE TO PERSONALLY APPEAR AT THIS ADVISORY HEARING CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THIS CHILD (OR CHILDREN). IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR ON THE DATE AND TIME SPECIFIED, YOU MAY LOSE ALL LEGAL RIGHTS AS A PARENT TO THE CHILD OR CHILDREN NAMED IN THIS NOTICE. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Brooke Dean, Operations Division Manager, whose office is located at Lee County Justice Center, 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, and whose telephone number is (239) 5331771, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.
WITNESS, my hand as Clerk of said Court and the Seal thereof, this 18th day of July, 2025. Kevin Karnes Clerk of Court By: B. Kelly
As Deputy Clerk July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2025 LC0017
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-005367
Division:
Mitchell Liam Greenspan Petitioner, and Toni Lynne Greenspan Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Toni Lynne Greenspan {Respondent’s last known address} 1810 18th St., Sarasota, Florida, 34234
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Mitchell Liam Greenspan whose address is 1810 18th St. Sarasota FL 34234 on or before August 26, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street Fort Myers, Florida 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or
personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 07/17/2025 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT. By: Eldora Bakelman Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of: Abraham Penton www.mysimpledivorceonline.com 8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200 Miami, FL 33193 305-744-2319
July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2025 ######
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-005495
Division: Judge: Carlin, John S STEPHANIE J. HUTCHINSON, and Petitioner,
FOLORUNSHO OZIGBO-ESERE, Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: FOLORUNSHO OZIGBOESERE LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 5483 CAMERON DRIVE, AVA MARIA, FL 34142
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on STEPHANIE J. HUTCHINSON whose address is, 5483 CAMERON DRIVE, AVA MARIA, FL 34142 on or before September 2nd, 2025 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at Lee County Justice Center at P.O. Box 310, Fort Myers, FL 33902, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located} NONE.
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: July 23, 2025
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: TE Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk
I, BY THE PEOPLE, a nonlawyer, located at 16050 S. TAMIAMI TR.#104, FORT MYERS, FL, 239267-9955 helped STEPHANIE J. HUTCHINSON, who is the petitioner fill out this form.
July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2025
######
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 25-DR-005494
Division: Judge: Adams, Elisabeth
JASON R. MYRIE, Petitioner, and TRIPHENIA M. THELWELL, Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: TRIPHENIA M. THELWELL LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 3708 10th STREET S.W., LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33976
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on JASON R. MYRIE whose address is, 3708 10th STREET S.W., LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33976 on or before September 2nd 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at Lee County Justice Center at P.O. Box 310, Fort Myers, FL 33902, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located} NONE. Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Notice of Current Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 7/23/25.
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: TE Deputy Clerk
I, BY THE PEOPLE, a nonlawyer, located at 16050 S. TAMIAMI TR.#104, FORT MYERS, FL, 239-267-9955 helped JASON R. MYRIE, who is the petitioner fill out this form.
July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2025 ###### IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20thJUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 25-DR- 005826 Division Judge: Swift, Carolyn D Rudens Gonzalez Petitioner, and Lourdes Katherine Landa Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Lourdes Katherine Landa {Respondent’s last known address) 3207 Leeland Heights BLVD, Lehigh Acres
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Rudens Gonzalez whose address is 9950 Estero Oaks Dr. Fort. Myers 33967 on or before September 15th, 2025 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street Fort Myers Florida 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in
this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: August 5th, 2025
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: TE Deputy Clerk
August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025
LC9950
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-005818
Division: Judge: Reichling, Trent
Thomas Joseph Ferraro Petitioner, and Amy Jane Ismail Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Amy Jane Ismail
{Respondent’s last known address)
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Thomas Joseph Ferraro whose address is 1106 SE 14th Terrace, Cape Coral, Florida 33990 on or before Sept. 15, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe St., Fort Myers FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
NONE
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08-04-25
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: JG
Deputy Clerk
August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025
LC1106
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 25DR726A Division:
Viola Mujica Fatayer Petitioner and Khaled Mohammed Fatayer Respondent.
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE WITH CHILD(REN)
TO: Khaled Mohammad Fatayer {Respondent’s last known address}
2950 N. Second St. N. Ft. Myers, Fl. 33917
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage with Child(ren) has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Viola Mujica Fatayer whose address is 392 Zebra Dr. N. Ft. Myers, Fl. 33917 on or before 9/22/25, and file the
original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe St, Fort Myers, FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. {If applicable, insert the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}.
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the addresses on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 8/12/25.
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: TM
Deputy Clerk August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2025 LC3920 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 25-DR-005915
Division: Judge: Swift, Carolyn D MARTHA LUCIA BALLESTA Petitioner, and CHARLYS IGNACIO FALKENHAGEN Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: CHARLYS IGNACIO FALKENHAGEN {Respondent’s last known address} Unknown
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on MARTHA LUCIA BALLESTAS whose address is 6016 JESSICA ST FORT MYERS, FL 33905 on or before Sept 16th, 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 MONROE ST, FORT MYERS, FL, 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 8-7-25
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: S.J. Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of:
OLGA PENA OLGA PENA FALCON CORP 1305 HOMESTEAD RD N LEHIGH ACRES, FL 33936
239-810-8967
August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2025
LC6016
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,
IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 25-DR-005792 Division:
Tran Hoang Ha Petitioner, and Nha Thanh Vo Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: Nha Thanh Vo
{Respondent’s last known address} 635 Alger Ave Louisville KY 40214
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Tran Hoang Ha whose address is 2585 Sands Terr N Apt. 309 Clearwater FL 33764 on or before September 15, 2025 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {insert “none” or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 08/04/2025
Kevin C. Karnes
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By: Jessica Collins Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of: Abraham Penton www.mysimpledivorceonline.com
8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200 Miami, FL 33193
305-744-2319
August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2025 ###### NOTICE OF ACTION
BEFORE THE BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN
RE: The Practice of Architecture
Gary Internicola Sanibel, FL
Case No.: 2024-058257
License No.: ID 6430
The Board of Architecture and Interior Design issued an Administrative Complaint against you. A copy may be obtained by contacting, David K. Minacci, Esquire, Manausa, Shaw & Minacci, P.A., 140-D W 1st Street, St. George Island, FL 32328, (850) 799-1882.
If no response is received from you regarding the above-referenced matter by September 10, 2025, an informal hearing may be scheduled before the Board of Architecture and Interior Design, pursuant to Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the individual or agency sending notice not later than seven days prior to the proceeding at the address given on notice. Telephone: (850) 2576067; 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (v), via Florida Relay Service. July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2025
LC7991
