History & Staff
We have many years of experience caring for families from all walks of life. As leaders in the industry, families know they can count on us to provide them with the comfort they need when they need it the most.
Why Choose Us?

We've learned a lot about caring for families over the years. We realize that we aren't just caring for a loved one, but the entire family.
People come to us during their most difficult times, and we respond with kindness, understanding and expertise. Our goal is to make everyone feel at home as we work with them to create a memorable service in honor of a beautiful life.
Learn The Legacy
We have served the Wildwood and Sumter County communities with compassion and care for over four decades. Our founders, Lonnie Page, his son-in-law Cecil Theus and Coleman Banks, have sought to create a top-notch facility with excellent standards of service. Our funeral professionals continue this tradition and strive to help each family honor their loved one in a personalized and unique manner.
We strongly focus on the needs of each family. We know the importance of small details and assist in creating an experience that is just right for your needs and preferences. Whether it is a simple service or an elaborate one, we work diligently to ensure that it is a memorable experience.
We offer video tributes, floral services, balloon releases, dove releases, military honors, special musical tributes and dozens of other ways to memorialize and pay tribute to the departed soul. We also provide a number of options both for funeral services as well as entombment in association with Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Our friendly and helpful staff is always available to answer your queries and provide any information or assistance that you may need.
Reviews
Excellent Service and Communication with the whole team of Banks/Theus. There commitment and dedication went above and beyond. They were very considerate and worked with my family and myself to decide the best plan to bury my husband/ father to all. They arrange military service/honour guards to send my husband out in the right manner. I loved how they... Read More
Connie
When my husband passed away suddenly, it took me 2 days to get home to Florida, I was broken, overwhelmed and exhausted. Someone suggested a different funeral home, but the folks were actually very unsympathetic. Page Theus came to mind, since I had passed their beautiful place many times in Leesburg. Words can't really do justice for the caring, respect,... Read More
Debora K.
Pre-Planning Guide is excellent as there are always questions that no one seems to ask before you die, and the PPG gives you the opportunity to answer many of these questions. We enjoyed Russ Critendon. He was patient, thorough with explanations, friendly and compassionate, and he listened well.
J.M.
Who We Are

Bill Ward
General Manager
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William C. Ward, III was born in Rochester, New York and is married to his wife Dr. Marnie L. Ward. They have three children, Diana M. Ward, William C. Ward, IV and Grace L. Ward.
Bill has been in the funeral industry since 1991 and when asked why he is in this industry Bill states “Since I was a young man I have always had a calling to help those who were truly in need of help. The funeral service has truly offered me the opportunity to help families who are truly in need of help.” When asked what Bill likes about his job he stated “Helping families through the difficult process of the funeral arrangement, funeral service and committal service. Thereby allowing them the opportunity to have a service that meets and exceeds their request.”
When Bill is not working, his favorite things to do are helping his children with school work, 4H projects and working on his Lionel Train layout.
When asked what the best advice was that he had ever received Bill said, “Always treat a client family as though they were your own family and you will never be wrong! Given by the late Orlando J. Fero, Jr. who was the owner of Fero Funeral Homes of Beverly Hills and Dunnellon, Florida.”

Dan Ragle
Sales Manager
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Raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dan has always worked in professions that involve helping people. Having worked in the Cemetery/Funeral industry over 20 years, he is passionate about his work as a Sales Manager in Lake County, Florida.
Dan is dedicated to the families and staff who call on him, seeking assistance, guidance, and practical solutions to their needs. He is trained to listen and personally address particular issues and concerns. He specifically enjoys sharing the necessary information needed to make informed decisions about making arrangements now or planning for the future.

Stuart Force
Funeral Home Manager
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Stuart Force was born in Elizabeth, NJ and is married to his wife, Elaine. They have six children-- Joe Smith, Scott Smith, David Force, Elizabeth Acton, Laura Rodriguez and Amanda Church.
Stuart has been in the funeral industry since 1982 and when asked why he is in the funeral industry he states, “I love helping people and being involved in the community. This career allows me to assist people through the hardest time in their life and to be active with the community.”
When Stuart is not at work his favorite things to do are backpacking, hiking, kayaking, camping and spending time with his grandchildren. When asked what was the best advice he ever received he said, “Be patient.”