Beth Harkey Hughes
Apr 22, 2026
Beth Harkey Hughes, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Bartow, FL on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. She was born at her family home in Alturas, FL January 28, 1941, Beth was the youngest of six children of Anthony & Vera Harkey. Beth was a Administrative Assistant for the Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services. She...
Laurene G. Benton
Apr 22, 2026
Laurene G. Benton of 2055 S. Floral Avenue, Bartow, Florida passed away on April 22, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Health. A native of Manlius, New York, she had resided in Bartow since 1946. She was preceded in death by parents Mildred and Howard Garrett, sisters Norlyna (Jeannie) Gough & Marjorie Harris and brothers Rod, Curtis and Lloyd Garrett. In earlier...
Jean C. Frederick Farrand
Apr 17, 2026
Jean C. Frederick Farrand, of Addison, New York and Mulberry, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on June 2, 1941, in Queens, New York, to John and Muriel (Eggleston) Frederick, both of whom preceded her in death. Jean graduated from Savona Central School in 1959 and went on to attend the...
John Donald "Don" Dowdy
Apr 9, 2026
JOHN DONALD “DON” DOWDY
Born: September 28, 1944, Place: Barton, Alabama
Don moved to Florida in 1950 and lived in Polk County all his adult life. Don is survived by his wife, Joyce Ann (Sylvest) Dowdy of Winter Haven, FL.
Surviving Children and Spouses: Julie Ann Justice-Lay (Bill) of Lakeland, FL, Sharon Lynn Daniels (Darin) of Winter Haven, FL and Terry Wayne Dowdy,...
Randall W. Tyson
Apr 6, 2026
Bartow -Randall W. Tyson , age 67, passed away on April 6, 2026, at Good Shepherd Hospice Forsythe House in Auburndale. He was born on December 6, 1958, in Bartow, FL. He was a lifelong Heavy Equipment Mechanic. He enjoyed being in nature, sitting by a fire listening to country music, being around friends and fishing. He was a one-of-a-kind...
Rosa Lee Padgett
Apr 6, 2026
Rosa Lee Padgett, age 65, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026. She was born January 9, 1961 in Lumberton, NC. Rosa worked her family business Chilsom Trail BBQ until an automobile accident left her disabled in 1987. She is survived by her two daughters Shannon Johnson of Bartow and Renae Stone of Atlanta, GA, son Jacob Williams of Winter Haven,...
William Thomas Martin
Apr 5, 2026
It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of William Thomas Martin, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend. William was Born on July 2, 1940, in Pelham, Georgia. He was the beloved son of the late Willie Thomas Martin and Bertha Barrett. William was a man whose life was defined by dedication, generosity, and...
Mike Boswell
Apr 4, 2026
Mike Boswell, age 79, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 30, 1946 in McHenry, KY to Thomas & Claudia Boswell. Mike was a Veteran in the US Army during the Vietnam war. He was a Chemical Lab technician for IMC Phosphate. Mike was an avid fisherman and was...
John Rondello
Apr 3, 2026
John Rondello, age 97, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026. He was born October 8, 1928 in Brooklyn, NY to Mario & Rosaria Rondello. John was a mechanic for United Airlines for 23 years. He was of the Catholic faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Gloria Rondello, son Robert W. Rondello, daughter-in-law Rita (John M.) sister...
Helen Bynum Gienau
Mar 31, 2026
Helen Bynum Gienau, age 98, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born September 17, 1927 in Bartow, FL to Zeno "Jake" & Frances Bynum. Helen was the Supervisor of Polk County Elections from 1976 to 2000. She was selected to be an Electoral College Elector for the State of Florida to cast Florida’s Electoral College votes for Jimmy...
Dorothy I. Richards
Mar 30, 2026
Bartow - Dorothy I. Richards, age 77, passed away on March 30, 2026, at Astoria Health and Rehabilitation Center in Winter Haven. She was born on May 30, 1948, in Bartow, FL. She worked in Finance for the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. She enjoyed dancing, singing, listening to music, and spending time with her animals. Most of all...
Michael James Mobley
Mar 30, 2026
Michael James Mobley, 64, of Lakeland, Florida, was born December 30, 1961, in Bartow, Florida. He spent most of his life in Lakeland and also lived for a time in Zanesville, Ohio.
Michael was lovingly raised by his mother Gloria Yvonne Roberts, and had strong family roots in Fort Meade, Florida. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria Yvonne...
Terrie Marie Arrington
Mar 26, 2026
Terrie Marie Arrington, age 60, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026. She was born January 29, 1966 in Bartow, FL to Terry & Patricia Randall. Terrie graduated from Bartow high School class of 1984. She worked for Badcock as a Data Entry Coordinator. She was preceded in death by her father Terry Randall. Terrie is survived by her two sons...
Enoch Hernandez, Jr.
Mar 22, 2026
Bartow — Enoch Hernandez, Jr., age 20, passed away on March 22, 2026. He was born on February 2, 2006, in Bradenton, Florida. He worked in the irrigation industry.
Enoch enjoyed driving cars, dining out at restaurants, spending time at his grandmother’s home, and visiting the casino. He will be remembered for his love of family and the time he cherished...
Carol Miley Tate
Mar 21, 2026
Carol Miley Tate, age 64, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026. She was born July 19, 1961 in Adel, GA. Carol was a Gauge Technician for Ametek. She was a member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Meade. Carol loved gardening and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband Greg Tate, three sons Rick Knowles...
Sandra J. Wells
Mar 19, 2026
Bartow - Sandra J. Wells, age 76, passed away on March 19, 2026, at Good Shepherd Hospice Forsythe House in Auburndale. She was born on August 18, 1949, in Alturas, FL. She worked as a Loan Officer. She enjoyed going out to eat and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband John Raymond Wells, Sr., and daughter Heather...
Mark Dixon
Mar 18, 2026
Mark Jason Dixon, age 58, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Mark was a devoted husband, father, and friend. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carmen Dixon; his daughter, Elizabeth Dixon; his brothers, Robert Dixon, Michael Dixon, and Clyde Dixon; and his sister, Angela Dixon. His family was the center of his life, and...
Homer Lee Conley
Mar 14, 2026
Homer Lee Conley ( Lee) was born in Tampa, Florida, on June 3, 1937, and went home to be with the Lord on March 14, 2026, at AUS Senior Living in Bartow, Florida.
Lee was predeceased by his father and mother, Byron and Marylee Conley, and his brothers Warren Conley, Paul Conley, and Dale Conley. He is survived by his wife...
Jane A. Fults
Mar 11, 2026
Jane A. Fults, age 78, Adams Center, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 8:41 PM in Lakeland, Florida.Born January 7, 1948, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Jane was deeply devoted to her family and carried that love throughout her life. She later made her home in Adams, New York, where she built lasting connections and a life rooted...
George Andrew Jombanis
Mar 11, 2026
George Andrew Jombanis, age 89, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He was born October 31, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Andrew & Kathryn Mavromatakis Jombanis. George served in the United States Marine Corps as a Corporal. George moved his family from Illinois to Bartow in 1972. He purchased the Chartrands Motel and then opened his electronics business Quality TV. In...
