Kimberly A. Knight
Jan 2, 2025
Bartow - Kimberly A. Knight, age 60, passed away on January 2, 2025, at Lakeland Hospice House in Lakeland. She was born on November 7, 1964, in Muscatine, IA. She was a District Manager for Wells Fargo Bank. She enjoyed collecting cookie jars, spending time with her dogs and cats and playing video games with her husband. She was preceded...
Teresa Pimentel
Jan 2, 2025
Teresa Pimentel, age 82, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025 at her residence in Bartow, FL. She was born January 4, 1942 in San Marcos, TX to Jesse & Louisa Zapata Huerta. Teresa was a Housekeeper. She was a member of Church of Christ Southwest . She was preceded in death by her son Johnny Orcasitas. Teresa is survived by...
Paulette H. Simpson
Dec 29, 2024
Bartow - Paulette H. Simpson, age 76, passed away on December 29, 2024, at Bartow Regional Medical Center in Bartow. She was born on October 12, 1948, in Valdosta, GA She was a waitress at Mike's Drive-In. She enjoyed spending time with her family, a good shopping trip, and an end of day lotto ticket. She was preceded in death...
Gary A. Mccarty
Dec 26, 2024
Fort Meade - Gary A. McCarty, age 86, passed away on December 26, 2024, at Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven. He was born on October 23, 1938, in Georgia. He worked as a Millwright . He enjoyed singing, fishing, and hunting. He was preceded in death by his wife Eva McCarty and son David McCarty. He is survived by...
William J. Maxwell, Sr.
Dec 24, 2024
Lakeland - William J. Maxwell, Sr., age 82, passed away on December 24, 2024, at Lakeland Hospice House in Lakeland. He was born on July 7, 1942, in Washington, DC. He worked as a Mechanic for the Polk County School Board. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his wife Patsy Maxwell...
Ronald Tracey
Dec 21, 2024
Bartow - Ronald Tracey, age 77, passed away on December 21, 2024, at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born on April 18, 1947, in Attleboro, MA. He was the Campus President for East Coast Polytechnic Institute. He enjoyed antiquing, playing cards/board games, spending time with family & a good cigar. He was preceded in death by his wife Carolyn L....
Stephanie Warnock
Dec 20, 2024
Stephanie Warnock, age 55, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, FL. She was born August 6, 1969 in Barstow , CA to James & Ruth Mills. She was a Bus Driver for the Polk County School Board. Stephanie is survived by her husband Michael D Warnock, Sr. of Bartow, two sons Michael Warnock, Jr....
Muriel Clyde Hooks
Dec 20, 2024
Muriel Clyde Hooks, of Burns, Tennessee, a beloved mother, grandmother and cherished friend, was born on July 10, 1931, in the quaint town of Chicora, Florida. She peacefully departed this world on December 20, 2024, at NHC Dickson in Tennessee, surrounded by the warmth of love that she cultivated throughout her remarkable life. Muriel was a vibrant spirit, whose zest...
Christopher Bufithis
Dec 20, 2024
Christopher Bufithis, age 36, of Lakeland, FL entered into rest peacefully on December 20, 2024, surrounded by family. He was born in Norwalk, CT on July 3, 1988, son of Joyce Cook (Pump) and the late Arthur Bufithis. He worked as a Claims Adjuster for Geico. He enjoyed going to the beach, playing online games and genealogy. He will be...
Pamela K. Zeigler
Dec 20, 2024
Lakeland - Pamela K. Zeigler, age 75, passed away on December 20, 2024, surrounded by family at her residence in Lakeland. She was born on March 22, 1949, in Haverhill, MA. She worked as a teacher for the Polk County School Board. She loved being a science teacher, and she is remembered fondly by many former students. She enjoyed traveling,...
Onera "Peggy" Hall
Dec 20, 2024
Winter Haven - Onera "Peggy" Hall, age 85, passed away on December 20, 2024 at her residence in Winter Haven. She was born on April 1, 1939 in Andrews, SC. She was a Telephone Operator for GTE. She enjoyed socializing, going to church, yard work and crafting. She also loved to spend time with her family and animals. She was...
Royal "Roy" Nathaniel Hart
Dec 19, 2024
Royal "Roy" Nathaniel Hart, Age 81, passed away on December 19, 2024, in Bartow, Florida. Born to Percival Star Hart and Dorothy Felton, Roy was a beloved member of his community. A devoted Christian, Roy was an active member of Lake Ruth Baptist Church, where he found comfort and fellowship. Roy proudly served his country as a U.S. Army Veteran....
John Harlan Dewinkler
Dec 19, 2024
John Harlan DeWinkler, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, December 19, 2024. He was born August 21, 1942 in Miami, FL to John & Virginia DeWinkler. John graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. He was a Professional Engineer and Deputy District Secretary for the Florida Department of Transportation District 1....
Gary James Alfsen
Dec 18, 2024
Gary James Alfsen, age 66, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024. He was born February 8, 1958 in Jacksonville, FL to James & Patricia Alfsen. Gary was a recently retired Bailiff with the Polk County Sheriff's Office. He loved spending time with his family, playing pickleball, playing tennis, and riding his motorcycle. Gary was an avid music lover and sang...
Darcy Ann White
Dec 17, 2024
Polk City, FL - Darcy Ann White, age 66, passed away on December 17, 2024, at 6:15 pm, in her home. She was born on February 14, 1958, in Houston, TX. She graduated with an associate degree as a medical assistant. Later worked in Convenience Store Management. She enjoyed attending concerts in her younger years, riding on Harleys, baking, decorating...
Shirley A. Colson
Dec 15, 2024
Bartow - Shirley A. Colson , age 91, passed away on December 15, 2024, at Highlands Lake Center in Lakeland . She was born on September 6, 1933, in Hillsdale, MI. Mrs. Colson worked as a foster parent for Florida Baptist Children's Home and served as a missionary with her husband, John Colson, for several years in Guatemala. She loved...
Donald (Don) A. De Reus
Dec 15, 2024
Winter Haven -Donald (Don) A. de Reus , age 74, passed away on December 15, 2024, at his residence in Winter Haven. He was born on January 18, 1950, in Chicago, IL. He was a Certified Road Inspector for Polk County. He enjoyed fishing, camping and adventures. He is survived by a loving family that includes his wife Marla McGrath,...
Isidro G. Torres, Jr.
Dec 14, 2024
Our beloved father Isidro G. Torres Jr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the age of 73. He was born September 26, 1951, in Bay city, Texas. Isidro was the beloved son of the late Isidro Torres Sr. and Gaudalupe Torres. Isidro dedicated his early years to serving his country as a...
Charlie Mack Shirley
Dec 11, 2024
Charlie Mack Shirley, age 91, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 23, 1933 in Bellwood, AL to Levy & Ada Shirley. He served in the US Navy. Mack was a Fort Meade Firefighter for 51 years and a Fort Meade Police Officer for 33 years.. He was a...
Shaun A. Deleon
Dec 11, 2024
Shaun A. DeLeon, age 39, left this world behind on December 11, 2024, in Winter Haven, FL. He was born on April 14, 1985, in Bartow, FL. To know Shaun was to love Shaun. Shaun was a very sweet, gentle soul. He worked in horticulture and construction. He expressed an interest in starting his own organic nursery one day. He...
