Beverly Sue Mitchell
Jun 6, 2026
Beverly Sue Mitchell, age 78, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026. She was born on November 24, 1948, in Bartow, Florida. Attending Sunday school growing up was something Beverly always cherished-it was there that she first fell in love with the Lord, a love that stayed with her for the rest of her life. Her deep faith in God became...
Carlton Wayne Harris
Jun 4, 2026
Carlton Wayne Harris, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, left us on June 4, 2026, at the age of 78. Wayne was born on December 24, 1947, in Nocatee, Florida, to his loving parents, Reverend C.D. Harris and Eula Harris. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters Jackie Harris Morris and Pat Harris Sleepe, and his...
Fred Donnett "Don" Harrison
Jun 4, 2026
Fort Meade - Fred Donnett Harrison, age 89, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026. He was born June 25, 1936 in Milligan, FL to Claude Harrison & Mary Etta Boutwell. Don was a Veteran in the US Army. He worked 28 years for U.S. Agri-Chemicals, first as a welder, and later as a Manager, then Sumter Sand & Silica, followed...
Ligia Maria Haedo
Jun 3, 2026
Ligia Maria Haedo, lovingly known as "Chichi," age 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was born on September 18, 1937, in Havana, Cuba, to Jesus and Angelina Perez.
Ligia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose love, creativity, faith, and adventurous spirit touched all who knew her. A woman of many talents, she enjoyed...
Paula Jean Joyner
Jun 3, 2026
Paula Jean Joyner (Kunberger) November 17, 1963 - June 3, 2026, Paula Jean Joyner, lovingly known as "Gigi" by those who cherished her most, passed away on June 3, 2026, at the age of 63. Born on November 17, 1963, Paula lived a life filled with laughter, love, friendship, and devotion to the people she loved the most. She was...
Kaison Carter Ford
Jun 1, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kaison Carter Ford
May 16, 2026 – June 1, 2026
Our precious angel, Kaison Carter Ford, was born on May 16, 2026, and gently returned to Heaven on June 1, 2026. He brought immense joy and love to all who awaited and cherished him, and though his time on Earth was brief, his impact on our hearts is...
YeVonne Leona Gassett
May 31, 2026
YeVonne Leona Gassett, age 64, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center in Lakeland, FL. She was born July 31, 1961 in Fort Myers, FL to Russell & Leona Hornbuckle. YeVonne worked for McDonald Construction. She was preceded in death by her son Leland Ray Gassett, brother Artie Ray Hornbuckle and her parents. YeVonne is survived...
Layne Michael Smith
May 31, 2026
Layne Michael Smith, age 19, passed away on May 31, 2026. He was born on September 14, 2006 in Lakeland, FL. He worked as a Electrician for Electric Doctor LLC & Raybro CED. Layne is survived by his parents Glen & Leslie Derk Smith of Bartow, grandparents Richard & Barbara Derk of Lakeland & David & Becky Smith of Auburndale,...
Jae J. Adams
May 27, 2026
Fort Meade - Jae J. Adams , age 54, passed away on May 27, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa. She was born on September 19, 1971, in Burbank, CA. She was a Homemaker. She enjoyed crafting, baking, coffee and being creative. She was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Patricia (Taylor) Minor. She is survived by...
Matthew Floyd King
May 23, 2026
Matthew Floyd King, age 68, passed away on May 23, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Hospital. He was born on September 17, 1957, in Bartow, Florida.
Matt was a lifelong resident of Bartow and worked for many years in the phosphate industry, along with several other occupations throughout his life. He was also a devoted caregiver to his parents for many years....
Wiley Dodson
May 21, 2026
Wiley Dodson, Jr., age 87, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026. He was born June 21, 1938 in Wauchula, FL to Wiley & Hazel Dodson, Sr. Wiley was a Drive Mill Operator for IMC Phosphate and Mosaic for over 40 years. He was a member of New Beginning Church of God in Fort Meade and US Army Reserve. Wiley was...
Edward "Bubba" R. Jones
May 21, 2026
Bartow - Edward "Bubba" R. Jones, age 80, passed away on May 21, 2026, at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born on June 17, 1945, in Bartow, FL. He was the Owner of Edward Jones Construction and Aluminum. He was a member of US Yoshukai Martial Arts. He enjoyed helping people, watching Florida Gators football and being a thrill seeker....
Freida Putnel Crawford
May 19, 2026
Freida Crawford, age 84, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026. She was born September 2, 1941 in Wimauma, FL to Julian & Rosa Lee Putnel. Freida was a member of the Church of Christ in Fort Meade. She was a devoted wife mother and grandmother known by many as Granny. Freida loved spending time with her family, shopping and was...
Christopher W. Barber
May 18, 2026
Winter Haven -Christopher W. Barber , age 42, passed away on May 18, 2026, at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born on February 14, 1984, in Bartow, FL. He worked as an Equipment Operator in the construction industry. He enjoyed fishing, reading his bible and learning about God. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Juanita (Howard)...
Isabella Sophia Cannefax "Foxie"
May 14, 2026
Isabella Sophia Cannefax "Foxie", age 19, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026. Foxie resided in Bartow Florida, and was born December 11, 2006 in Lakeland to Wayne & Victoria Cannefax. Foxie possessed incredible imagination and intelligence, with the talent to draw unique characters both by hand and digitally. Foxie was a student at Connections Academy and attended Oasis Community Church...
Grace E. "Betty" Richardson
May 12, 2026
Grace E. "Betty" Richardson, age 95, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026. She was born August 25, 1930 in Lakeland, FL to George & Grace Cox. Betty was a Homemaker. She was a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Bartow. Betty was a charter member and the first president of the Bartow Lioness Club. She was also...
Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Doolittle, Sr.
May 11, 2026
Lakeland – Rev. Dr. Ronald D. Doolittle, Sr., age 91, passed away on May 11, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center in Lakeland. He was born on March 12, 1935, in Kalamazoo, MI to Ilow Doolittle and Marguerite (Thomas) Evans. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He dedicated his life to ministry, serving as...
Devassykutty Udiniparamban
Apr 28, 2026
Bartow - Devassykutty Udiniparamban , age 84, passed away on April 28, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. He was born Thursday, April 9, 1942, in India. He was a Restaurant Owner. He enjoyed playing cards, watching tv, cooking and farming. He is survived by his wife Prastina Udiniparamban of Bartow, daughter Biji Mundankurian (Louis) of Bartow and...
J Wilbur Duncan
Apr 27, 2026
Bartow -J Wilbur Duncan , age 80, passed away on April 27, 2026, at Spring Lake Nursing Center in Winter Haven. He was born on August 2, 1945, in Chipley, FL. He worked as a Machinist. He enjoyed playing the guitar, competitive archery, fishing/hunting, and bowling. He was preceded in death by his parents Prince & Cordie Duncan, sister Linda...
Richard "Rick" Lee Powers
Apr 27, 2026
Richard "Rick" Lee Powers, age 82, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026. He was born April 11, 1944 in Bartow, FL to Earl & Betty Powers, Richard was a Veteran in the US Navy. He was a Florida Wildlife Artist Richard was a member of the First Methodist Church of Frostproof . He is survived by his wife Sharon Powers...
