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William Saye

William Saye

Nov 8, 2024

Bartow -William Saye , age 83, passed away on November 8, 2024, at his residence in Bartow. He was born on June 12, 1941, in Athens, GA. He was a Laborer in the Mechanical Industry. He enjoyed watching the Georgia Bulldogs, guns & knives, wood working, sitting on the porch birdwatching and vintage cars. He was preceded in death by...

Pamela Sue Howard

Pamela Sue Howard

Nov 6, 2024

Pamela Sue Howard, age 73, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Bridgewalk on Harden Health and Rehab in Lakeland, FL. She was born January 31, 1951 in Deleware, OH to Virgil & Ann Jones. Pamela worked for many years in Housekeeping for Nursing Homes. She was Baptist. Pamela is survived by her four sons Michael Zedekar & wife Melinda,...

James Larry Wolfe

James Larry Wolfe

Nov 6, 2024

James Larry Wolfe, of Temple Terrace, Florida, born on November 18, 1942, in Lexington, Kentucky, went to be with the Lord on November 6, 2024. Larry’s six years of service in the U.S. Army Reserve graduated into a lifetime of patriotism. Some knew Larry as a mountain biker; many more knew Larry as a flooring business owner. But, most people...

Robert "Bob" Seligman, Jr.

Robert "Bob" Seligman, Jr.

Nov 6, 2024

Winter Haven - Robert "Bob" Seligman, Jr., age 71, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. He was born December 10, 1952 in Bath, NY to Robert Sr. & Mary Seligman. Bob’s career spanned 42 years in the phosphate industry. Starting at Custom Chemicals, then at ArrMaz (now Arkema), he served as Plant Manager for two decades before moving into Supply...

Michael E. Leuteritz

Michael E. Leuteritz

Nov 4, 2024

Our beloved Michael E. Leuteritz tragically left us on November 4, 2024. He loved a competition, making people laugh and having a good time with family. He truly loved his kids. He was a father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was preceded in death by his daughter Jessica Driver, mother Roseann Leuteritz and Grandmother Margie Stifle. He is survived by...

Paul Wayne Matthews

Paul Wayne Matthews

Nov 4, 2024

Fort Meade - Paul Wayne Matthews, age 77, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. He was born July 9, 1947 in St. Louis, MO to Norman & Frances Matthews. Paul was a Heavy Equipment Operator. He was a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Leta Skipper Matthews. Paul is survived by his...

Nancy K. Heckert

Nancy K. Heckert

Nov 4, 2024

Bartow - Nancy K. Heckert, age 97, passed away on November 4, 2024, at Highlands Lake Center in Lakeland. She was born on October 4, 1927, in Cleveland, OH. She was a Teacher at Port Clinton Jr. High School. She was a member of McLeod Memorial Presbyterian Church in Bartow where she sang in the Chancel Choir and was part...

Charles C. Blanc, Iii

Charles C. Blanc, Iii

Nov 4, 2024

Winter Haven - Charles C. Blanc, III, age 70, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. He was born May 16, 1954 in Tampa, FL to Charles & Clarinda Blanc He was a Automobile Paint and Body Technician. Charles is survived by his two brothers Mike Blanc & wife Carol of Winter Haven, FL and David Blanc & wife Missy of...

James T. "Tommy" Odom, Jr.

James T. "Tommy" Odom, Jr.

Nov 1, 2024

James T. "Tommy" Odom, Jr. age 75, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024. He was born October 13, 1949 in Nauvoo, AL to James & Polly Ann Odom. Tommy was a Supervisor in the Phosphate industry for over 40+ years retiring from Mosaic. He coached little league baseball and football for many years. Tommy loved all types of motorsports, golfing,...

Susan Wilda Coleman

Susan Wilda Coleman

Oct 29, 2024

Susan Wilda Coleman, age 93, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024. She was born ON August 25, 1931 in Boston, MA. She was a LIFELONG MOTHER AND Homemaker. She is survived by her daughter Leslie Carter of Auburndale, FL, two sons Jeffrey Coleman & wife Lisabeth of Fort Collins, CO and Scott Coleman, OF Hudson, NH, grandchildren Jaden Coleman and...

Herminia Gonzalez Gomez

Herminia Gonzalez Gomez

Oct 27, 2024

Herminia Gonzalez Gomez, age 89, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024. She was born February 26, 1935 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico to Rito & Candida Gomez Gonzalez. Herminia was a Seamstress and was of the Catholic faith. She was preceded in death by her husband Isidoro Gomez. Herminia is survived by her two sons Hector Gomez & wife Milagros of...

Betty J. Hazen

Betty J. Hazen

Oct 24, 2024

Lakeland - Betty J. Hazen, age 85, passed away on October 24, 2024, at her residence in Lakeland. She was born on February 6, 1939, in Plant City, FL. She was the well-loved Owner of Betty's Beauty Salon. She was a faithful member of Mt. Enon Primitive Baptist Church for over 70 years. She enjoyed cooking, yard work and helping...

Robert "Bob" Alan Mchenry, Sr.

Robert "Bob" Alan Mchenry, Sr.

Oct 21, 2024

Fort Meade - Robert "Bob" A. McHenry, Sr., age 63, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024. He was born May 31, 1961 in Akron, OH, Bob was a General Contractor in the Construction industry and worked with Design it Build It Company. He was a Mason. He was preceded in death by his brother Ray McHenry. Bob is survived by...

Charles E. Register

Charles E. Register

Oct 21, 2024

Lakeland -Charles E. Register , age 77, passed away on October 21, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on November 26, 1946, in Bartow, FL. He was a Graduate of Summerlin Institute. He served in the United States Army starting Basic Training at Fort Campbell and was stationed at Di An, Vietnam where he served...

Barbara Joann Ryland

Barbara Joann Ryland

Oct 19, 2024

Bartow - Barbara Joann Ryland, age 66, passed away on October 19, 2024, at her residence in Bartow. She was born on April 20, 1958, in Bartow , FL. She worked as a Secretary. She enjoyed going to church, playing the piano, plants and watching birds. She is survived by her loving family that includes her children Angie Bennett (David)...

Terry L. Hester

Terry L. Hester

Oct 19, 2024

Lakeland- Terry L Hester, age 72, passed away on October 19th, 2024 at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. He was born on October 26, 1951 in Burlington, IA. He served in the United States Marine Corps. He graduated from World Harvest Bible College and was the owner of Better Fiberglass Repair. In his younger years, Terry enjoyed hunting, and fishing...

Billy G. Armstrong

Billy G. Armstrong

Oct 17, 2024

Fort Meade - Billy G. Armstrong, age 89, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024. He was born June 26, 1935 in Coffee Springs, AL to Ralph & Ruby Armstrong, Sr. Billy served in the US Army. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator in the phosphate and construction industry. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Fort Meade. He...

Consuelo E. Gallegos-Bias

Consuelo E. Gallegos-Bias

Oct 17, 2024

Consuelo E. Gallegos-Bias , 53, Born August 11, 1971, passed away on October 17, 2024, with her loving family at her side at Tampa General Hospital. She was born in Miami, FL and resided in the small town of Mulberry, FL. She was known in the world as Consuelo or Connie, but to those who loved her best she was...

Loretta Mary Thomas

Loretta Mary Thomas

Oct 17, 2024

Loretta Mary Thomas, age 90, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024. She was born September 12, 1934 in Beverly, MA to Anthony & Theresa Silva, She was a Laboratory Technician for Coca-Cola Company. She was a member of Family Worship Center in Lakeland. She is survived by her three sons Michael Moore & wife Cheri of Winter Haven, James Dubose...

Charles Stephens Hughes, Sr.

Charles Stephens Hughes, Sr.

Oct 10, 2024

Charles S. Hughes, Sr., age 87, was a loving, generous man who unexpectedly passed away from a heart attack on Thursday, October 10, 2024. He was born October 18, 1936 in Bartow, FL to Robert & Fannie Lou Hughes. He served in the US Navy for 8 years. Charles worked in the mining industry for 43 years and retired as...

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