Myrtle A. Holland
Feb 19, 2026
Myrtle A. Holland , age 101, passed away on February 19, 2026, at Celebration Villa of Winter Haven. She was born on March 8, 1924, in Glendale , FL. She was a Homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, being a grandmother and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Irl Holland, 3 brothers and 2...
David Stuart Arnold
Feb 18, 2026
David Stuart Arnold, age 75, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026. He was born March 13, 1950 in Bartow, FL to Aaron & Eula Arnold. David worked for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. He was an avid fisherman. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles Arnold. David is survived by his wife Cindi Arnold, daughter...
Bennie R. Rice, Sr.
Feb 17, 2026
Lakeland - Bennie R. Rice, Sr., age 89, passed away on February 17, 2026, at his residence in Lakeland. He was born on September 29, 1936, in Plant City, FL. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He was an Engineering Manager for TECO. He was a member of Scott Lake Baptist Church . He enjoyed reading, shooting,...
William A. McCracken
Feb 14, 2026
William was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Born on November 21, 1958, he passed away on February 14, 2026. William is preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Isabel (Todhunter) McCracken, and Brother Steven McCracken.
His legacy continues through his surviving family members: his devoted wife, Heather Shea-McCracken, with whom he shared nearly three decades; his daughters,...
Karen L Priddle
Feb 12, 2026
Karen L. Priddle, age 75, passed away into the loving arms of her Savior on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was born March 28, 1950 in Lakeland, FL to Wyndham & Marjorie Priddle. Karen was a retired Avon Cosmetics Representative. She was a member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Bartow, where she was very active in bible study groups...
Betty Jo O'Cain
Feb 9, 2026
Betty Jo O'Cain (née Harris), age 80, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on February 9, 2026.
A lifelong resident of Polk County, Florida, she was born on September 12, 1945, in Bartow, Florida, to June and Ruby Harris (née Russ). She lived a life defined most notably by her love for Christ and devotion to her family.
She was...
Javier Cruz
Feb 6, 2026
Chandler - Javier Cruz, age 51, passed away on February 6, 2026, at Chandler Regional Medical Center in Chandler, Arizona. He was born Saturday, November 23, 1974, in San Juan Mixtepec, Mexico. He worked as a Laborer. He enjoyed spending time with his family and watching basketball & soccer. He is survived by his children Belem Fernandez Cruz, Javier Cruz,...
Susan Marie Rhoden
Feb 4, 2026
Susan Rhoden was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and a remarkable talent known for her extraordinary contributions to the world of fashion and custom tailoring. Susan was born on March 28, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois, and spent her final days in Bartow, Florida, where she passed away on February 4, 2026.
Born to Malcolm Eckart and Fran Hampleman. She was preceded...
Margie Marie Clark
Feb 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Margie Marie Clark, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, who departed this life on February 3, 2026, at the age of 79. Margie was born on November 28, 1946, in Phenix City, Alabama, to Raymond Brooks and Marie Jackson. She was a remarkable woman, whose love and strength was felt by...
Margaret E. Altman
Jan 31, 2026
Bartow - Margaret E. Altman, age 92, passed away on January 31, 2026, at Spring Lake Nursing Center in Winter Haven. She was born on July 9, 1933, in Bartow, FL. She was an Office Manager for U.S. Agri- Chemicals. She was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church and the Bartow Lioness Club. She enjoyed taking care of people...
Ida M. Crispin
Jan 31, 2026
Ida M. Crispin, age 97, went to meet her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 31, 2026. She was born September 15, 1928 in Warren, IN to Paerry & Hattie Hamilton. Ida was a Homemaker and a member of Asbury United Methodist Church of Bartow. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Roscoe Crispin. Ida...
Frances Simmons
Jan 30, 2026
In Loving Memory...
We gather with heavy hearts to honor the life of Frances Simmons, who peacefully passed away on January 30, 2026, at the age of 68, in Mulberry, Florida. Frances, born on September 12, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, was a beacon of love, laughter, and unwavering faith.
Frances was the cherished daughter of Willie Paul Needham and Geneva Mullins, who...
David Barnett Lyle
Jan 28, 2026
David B. Lyle, age 67, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026. He was born Wednesday, February 5, 1958 in Lakeland, FL to Clifford & Celeste Lyle. David was a Citrus Farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles E. Brooks. David is survived by his daughter April Grimsby of Bartow, FL, son David Lyle (Suzanne) of...
Melissa Phillips Osthoff
Jan 26, 2026
Melissa Phillips Osthoff, 68, passed away surrounded by loved ones on January 26, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. She was born on June 15, 1957, in Lakeland, Florida. Melissa was the daughter of Frank and Addie Jean Phillips. She dedicated her life to teaching, touching countless lives with her patience, care, and commitment to her students. Melissa had a deep love...
Milburn Champney Gibbs, Jr.
Jan 25, 2026
Milburn Champney Gibbs, Jr, 93, also known by many as “Bud” passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was born on July 5, 1932, in Madison, Florida to Milburn and Ruth Gibbs. He was a Veteran in the United States Air Force. After completing basic training, he was sent to Korea where he served on one of several...
Louise C. Folks
Jan 24, 2026
Lakeland -Louise C. Folks , age 76, passed away on January 24, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center in Lakeland. She was born on May 14, 1949, in Kissimmee, FL. She worked in Shipping for Mason Plastics. She enjoyed fishing, cooking and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by husband Gary Folks, parents Lewis...
Lavada S. Croom
Jan 23, 2026
Lavada S. Croom, age 93, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026. She was born August 26, 1932 in Arcadia, FL to George & Pauline Skinner, Lavada was the Chief Service Advisor for GTE, she also worked as a Bookkeeper for Willie May Jefferies Accounting and for Dr. Duke. Lavada was a longtime member of Peace Creek Baptist Curch. She was...
Eschol G. Radford Jr.
Jan 22, 2026
Bartow -Eschol G. Radford Jr. , age 82, passed away on January 22, 2026, with his family at his bedside. He was born on July 18, 1943, in Bartow, FL. He was a Lineman for the City of Bartow. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, watching the Miami Dolphins and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his...
Marilyn E. Stark-Huffman
Jan 19, 2026
Winter Haven - Marilyn E. Stark-Huffman, age 89, passed away on January 19, 2026, at her residence in Winter Haven. She was born on March 5, 1936, in Hammond, IN. She was a Teacher for the Crete Monee School District 201-U. She was a lifelong member of The Church of the Nazarene. She enjoyed reading, traveling, gardening, decorating, and shopping...
Michael S. Daniels
Jan 19, 2026
Lake Alfred -Michael S. Daniels , age 57, passed away on January 19, 2026, at Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale. He was born on May 10, 1968, in Bartow, FL. He worked as an Auto Mechanic. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, and working on cars. He was preceded in death by his father Gilbert Daniels, Jr., and Amy Burchfield the mother...
