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Janet Marie Wallace, (b.12/2/1943-d.8/21/2024), age 80, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 2, 1943, in Owatonna, Minnesota, Janet lived a life full of adventure, warmth, and enduring love. After raising her children, Janet pursued a degree at Arizona State University, earning her degree in Industrial Engineering. Her professional journey included a significant career as an engineer with the Salt River Project and a brief yet memorable stint owning a travel agency.
She found true love in her second marriage to Jim Wallace. They were the perfect match with their love for travel, dancing, cruising and enjoying the little things in life. Janet’s zest for life also led her to ballroom dancing with her husband, Jim, and eventually to her passion, line dancing. Janet's involvement in the line dancing community was a source of deep connection and joy, becoming a second family to her.
Janet Wallace will be deeply missed but forever remembered. May she rest in peace, dancing among the stars with her sweetheart Jim. Godspeed, Janet.
She found true love in her second marriage to Jim Wallace. They were the perfect match with their love for travel, dancing, cruising and enjoying the little things in life. Janet’s zest for life also led her to ballroom dancing with her husband, Jim, and eventually to her passion, line dancing. Janet's involvement in the line dancing community was a source of deep connection and joy, becoming a second family to her.
Janet Wallace will be deeply missed but forever remembered. May she rest in peace, dancing among the stars with her sweetheart Jim. Godspeed, Janet.
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Anna Borzumato passed away May 5, 2023, after a several years' long battle with cancer. She and Tony have been well known and loved as they danced together for many years in classes all over Central Florida. Each of them has been challenged by their own health issues over the last few years and this has caused them both to miss coming to dance classes for a long time.
As I went looking for a photo to share, I was reminded that even though she was very friendly and had a beautiful smile, Anna seemed to be a little camera-shy. But with the help of our dance friends, I found a couple to share. Tony advises that Anna did not wish to have any services or celebrations of life. But we can certainly keep her alive in our hearts and our memories. We will miss you....Godspeed, Anna. |
ANNA & TONY
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DEBORAH CARPENTER
Debbie Carpenter (b. 5/2/1952; d. 4/11/2023) Our long-time friend Debbie Carpenter, passed away on April 11, 2023. Deb has been an amazing dancer for many years and was clearly a level above the average. It was plain to see that she was in her own world on the dance floor, with her fascinating styling and her incredible repertoire of dances!
A few years back, she found herself in a class without a teacher. Although she was petrified at the prospect of teaching, she determined to do it and, of course, excelled at that, too! She has been ever present in our Florida dance family events, but she has also traveled to be there in person at so many events around the world. Debbie has been valiantly fighting her illness for several years but still refused to leave the dance floor. She wanted to be in every single "survivor photo" and continued to inspire the rest of us with her amazing spirit!
A few years back, she found herself in a class without a teacher. Although she was petrified at the prospect of teaching, she determined to do it and, of course, excelled at that, too! She has been ever present in our Florida dance family events, but she has also traveled to be there in person at so many events around the world. Debbie has been valiantly fighting her illness for several years but still refused to leave the dance floor. She wanted to be in every single "survivor photo" and continued to inspire the rest of us with her amazing spirit!
MONTE DENSON
Monte Denson (b. 11/5/47; d. 2/16/2022)
Our friend, Monte, passed away in February after many long years of fighting health issues. She has been a treasured member of our chosen dance family for a very long time, but has not been able to get out much during her illness. Her dear husband, Rich, has been at her side throughout her extended battles. We will all miss her beautiful smile, her amazingly upbeat attitude and her graceful and charming outlook on her struggles!
I have included a few photos of some good times. I am especially fond of the many memories of Monte and "Little" Pauline Dolinky who passed in 2018. They were a pair of tiny, little dynamos who spread miles of smiles and happiness where they went! ... a couple of Mighty Mouses..or is it Meese? To both of our Dear Friends, Godspeed, we really miss you!
Our friend, Monte, passed away in February after many long years of fighting health issues. She has been a treasured member of our chosen dance family for a very long time, but has not been able to get out much during her illness. Her dear husband, Rich, has been at her side throughout her extended battles. We will all miss her beautiful smile, her amazingly upbeat attitude and her graceful and charming outlook on her struggles!
I have included a few photos of some good times. I am especially fond of the many memories of Monte and "Little" Pauline Dolinky who passed in 2018. They were a pair of tiny, little dynamos who spread miles of smiles and happiness where they went! ... a couple of Mighty Mouses..or is it Meese? To both of our Dear Friends, Godspeed, we really miss you!
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Line Dance "Queen" BARBARA HAYCOCKS
Barbara Haycocks (d. March 16, 2020)
Coronavirus took one of our beloved line dance friends, Barbara Haycocks of the UK. She had been on a cruise and was diagnosed on Friday with COVID-19. By Monday, she was gone. Such a beautiful lady inside and out, true class. She always looked incredible, elegant and always had a smile on her face. Known affectionately by her friends as "The Queen", she lived her life so well always entertaining her friends with great stories! If Line Dancing had royalty, Barbara would have definitely been Our Queen! You will be missed queen/lady Barbara Haycocks, by so many. Dance one for us up there with the angels. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. Godspeed, Barbara.
Coronavirus took one of our beloved line dance friends, Barbara Haycocks of the UK. She had been on a cruise and was diagnosed on Friday with COVID-19. By Monday, she was gone. Such a beautiful lady inside and out, true class. She always looked incredible, elegant and always had a smile on her face. Known affectionately by her friends as "The Queen", she lived her life so well always entertaining her friends with great stories! If Line Dancing had royalty, Barbara would have definitely been Our Queen! You will be missed queen/lady Barbara Haycocks, by so many. Dance one for us up there with the angels. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. Godspeed, Barbara.
"DADDY DON" & LINDA AMES
"Daddy Don" Ames (d. 3/17/2019)
Many of our Orlando area dancers knew "Daddy Don" and Linda Ames, who have been long-time dancers at The Barn and other classes around C. Fla. Sadly on March 17, 2019, "Daddy Don" and his oldest son Dan perished in an overnight fire at their home. Linda was able to escape the fire.
Here is a part of the note from Janis Graves from The Barn about the then-current status: "As many of you know, the house fire in Longwood on Sunday morning was the home of Don and Linda Ames. Don and his son, Dan, did not survive. Linda sends her love and appreciation for your outpouring of support. She was overwhelmed with the GoFundMe account https://www.gofundme.com/we-love-and-will-miss-you-daddy-don-ames and said it really showed how well loved Don was. She doesn't know how she would have gotten through this without her Line Dance Family." Godspeed, "Daddy Don" and Dan.
Many of our Orlando area dancers knew "Daddy Don" and Linda Ames, who have been long-time dancers at The Barn and other classes around C. Fla. Sadly on March 17, 2019, "Daddy Don" and his oldest son Dan perished in an overnight fire at their home. Linda was able to escape the fire.
Here is a part of the note from Janis Graves from The Barn about the then-current status: "As many of you know, the house fire in Longwood on Sunday morning was the home of Don and Linda Ames. Don and his son, Dan, did not survive. Linda sends her love and appreciation for your outpouring of support. She was overwhelmed with the GoFundMe account https://www.gofundme.com/we-love-and-will-miss-you-daddy-don-ames and said it really showed how well loved Don was. She doesn't know how she would have gotten through this without her Line Dance Family." Godspeed, "Daddy Don" and Dan.
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 ARLINE WINERMAN
Arline Winerman (d. 3/3/2019)
Arline, an icon in our dance world, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2019 after an extended battle with cancer and other health issues. Arline celebrated her 83rd birthday in May of 2018. She is best known locally for having imagined and created the first major league line dance event to occur in the Tampa Bay area. A few years ago, she retired as an event director and sold her Tampa event to Jen and Jason Cameron of JC Dance Productions. Arline's passion was her "ProAm" competition which pairs amateur dancers with their local teachers or other instructors. She personally supervised and participated in this competition at the Tampa Bay Classic and later at the Florida Line Dance Classic event now known as "Not Tampa" after it relocated to Orlando. In later years, she has needed the assistance of a walker but continued to dance, teach classes and compete in her "ProAm" while using the walker. Arline's ready smile and joyful personality made her a favorite with Florida Dancers and visitors worldwide! She will be greatly missed and well remembered! Godspeed, Arline. |
GAYLE CORYELL
Gayle Coryell (b.12-29-1942: d. 11-7-2018)
On Nov 7th, 2018, our dance family was saddened to hear of the sudden and unexpected death of our friend, Gayle Coryell. Information passed on to me by a friend is that she seems to have suffered a massive heart attack which resulted in her death. Gayle lived and danced in New Jersey for many years and was associated with Rutgers University. Upon retirement, she moved to the Central Florida area and became a fixture at our local dance events as well as at many a lot farther from home. She will be sorely missed by her actual family as well as so many of her chosen dance family. Godspeed, Gayle.
On Nov 7th, 2018, our dance family was saddened to hear of the sudden and unexpected death of our friend, Gayle Coryell. Information passed on to me by a friend is that she seems to have suffered a massive heart attack which resulted in her death. Gayle lived and danced in New Jersey for many years and was associated with Rutgers University. Upon retirement, she moved to the Central Florida area and became a fixture at our local dance events as well as at many a lot farther from home. She will be sorely missed by her actual family as well as so many of her chosen dance family. Godspeed, Gayle.
 PAULINE DOLINKY
Pauline Dolinky (d. 6-2-2018)
On June 2nd, 2018, our dance family lost one of its most precious treasures. Pauline, who was born March 22, 1931, was 87 years young when she went home on that day. Most of you probably did not know her last name, but if you have been dancing in Florida very long, you just knew her as "little Pauline". I think she would have had to jump up to make 4'8". She taught line dance classes in the Central Florida area for many years and it is amazing to hear how many of the current teachers in our area credit Pauline for teaching them to dance! My favorite memory of Pauline will always be this: She sometimes came to my classes around 2003 with her best friend, Monte. Whenever Pauline did not get the pattern, she would say to me, "Sandy, could we do that once more for Monte? She didn't get it." So we always did it "once more for Pauline"! And to you, dear Pauline, here's "one more" message of love for you. Godspeed, Pauline. We will all miss your brilliant smile and your beautiful soul! |
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CAROL LEONARD
Carol Leonard (d. 11-4-2017)
Many of you knew Carol Leonard from New Jersey, as one of the "Jersey Girls".
On the 4th of November, 2017, she lost her battle with cancer but she fought such a brave and long fight with courage, determination, and spirit. All her many friends send condolences to her family. We are all grateful to have had the privilege of knowing her. She will be so missed by so many. Godspeed, Carol.
Many of you knew Carol Leonard from New Jersey, as one of the "Jersey Girls".
On the 4th of November, 2017, she lost her battle with cancer but she fought such a brave and long fight with courage, determination, and spirit. All her many friends send condolences to her family. We are all grateful to have had the privilege of knowing her. She will be so missed by so many. Godspeed, Carol.
LINDA BRACKETT
Linda Brackett (d. 10-20-2016)
Many of you knew our dance friend, Linda Brackett who lived near Ocala, FL. On Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, Linda lost her fight with cancer that has lasted for more than a year. LInda was always a joyful, smiling face full of life and energy! Speaking for all her friends, "we will miss you!" Please continue to keep Linda's family in your prayers! Godspeed, Linda.
Many of you knew our dance friend, Linda Brackett who lived near Ocala, FL. On Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, Linda lost her fight with cancer that has lasted for more than a year. LInda was always a joyful, smiling face full of life and energy! Speaking for all her friends, "we will miss you!" Please continue to keep Linda's family in your prayers! Godspeed, Linda.
BECKY PEREZ
Becky Perez (d. 10-6-2015)
Sadly, we lost another dancer friend in October 2015. Many of you knew Becky Perez who was one of our Tuesday Improver dancers a few years ago. Her quick smile and energy made her a joy to have in our class! She stopped dancing when she was diagnosed with cancer and after valiantly battling for several years, she lost her battle on Oct 6. Our condolences to her family and friends. Godspeed, Becky.
Sadly, we lost another dancer friend in October 2015. Many of you knew Becky Perez who was one of our Tuesday Improver dancers a few years ago. Her quick smile and energy made her a joy to have in our class! She stopped dancing when she was diagnosed with cancer and after valiantly battling for several years, she lost her battle on Oct 6. Our condolences to her family and friends. Godspeed, Becky.
AMY OYANG
Amy Oyang (b. 1960-d. 12-31-2014)
We were saddened to learn of the passing of our friend Amy Oyang on the night of December 31, 2014. Amy was such an important influence in the California dance community and throughout the dance world. We will miss her smiling face! Godspeed, Amy.
We were saddened to learn of the passing of our friend Amy Oyang on the night of December 31, 2014. Amy was such an important influence in the California dance community and throughout the dance world. We will miss her smiling face! Godspeed, Amy.
