Ted "Corky" Randall Sutherland
Jul 14, 2024
Ted "Corky" Randall Sutherland went home July 14, 2024. Ted was preceded in death by his father and mother, Fred Wallwork “Ted” Sutherland and Faye Alice Collier Sutherland. He is survived by four children, Marti Sutherland, Katie Stakley, Trey Sutherland and Trevor Sutherland; four grandchildren, Nicki McCauley, Dylan Golden, Caleb Stakley, and Bishop Sutherland Vidal; his sister Judy Sutherland Eichar;...
James L. Edwards
Jul 14, 2024
Bartow -James L. Edwards , age 63, passed away July 14, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale. He was born on September 16, 1960, in Bartow, FL. He worked as a Maintenance Mechanic for Mosaic. He was a member of Word of Life Christian Center. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, church and spending time with his family and friends. He...
Gloria Evelyn Schumann Penn
Jul 11, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria Evelyn Schumann Penn, a respected businesswoman, devoted animal lover, cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Gloria passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 11th, 2024 at the age of 87 years. Gloria was born on January 13th, 1937 in Miami, Florida. Her death was preceded by her...
Hazel Grappy
Jul 10, 2024
Fort Meade - Hazel Grappy, age 98, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at her home in Fort Meade, FL. She was born December 12, 1925 in Winchester, KY to Lyle & Amanda Watkins. Hazal was a Legal Secretary. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bowling Green. She was a member of the Order of Eastern...
David Bergdoll
Jul 9, 2024
Lakeland - David Bergdoll, age 76, passed away July 9, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. He was born on December 28, 1947, in Charlottesville, VA. He was a proud Eagle Scout and United Air Force Veteran. He was a prosecutor for State Attorney Jerry Hill and a Lawyer for the Polk County Sheriff's Office. He was a...
Stephen Bossidy
Jul 8, 2024
Bartow - Stephen Bossidy, age 80, passed away July 8, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale. He was born on March 1, 1944, in Washington, DC. He was a proud United States Army Veteran. He was of the Baptist Faith. He worked in the Funeral Service. He was an honorary member of the Florida Sheriff's Association for 17 years....
Timothy L. Griner
Jul 8, 2024
Bartow - Timothy L. Griner, age 68, passed away July 8, 2024, at his residence in Bartow after a long battle with liver disease. He was born on February 20, 1956 in Bartow, FL where he was a lifelong resident. He wore many hats throughout his lifetime, including a dance instructor, chauffeur, lip singer, but he settled down in Home...
Henry Thomas Siler
Jul 7, 2024
Homeland - Henry Thomas Siler, age 91, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was born October 28, 1932 in Siler City, NC to Wade & Annie Siler. Henry served in the US Army. He was the Owner & Operator of Specialty Office Products. He was a member of Homeland Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 65...
Mark Alan Johnson
Jul 4, 2024
Mark Alan Johnson 62, born July 22, 1961 in Clearwater, FL passed away July 4, 2024 at 11:55 pm following a short courageous battle with cancer at his home in Lakeland, FL. He grew up in Bartow, FL and remained close to his life long friends. Mark lived life to the fullest and was ALWAYS up for having a good...
William "Bill" C. Greene, Sr.
Jul 3, 2024
Bartow - William "Bill" C. Greene, Sr., age 69, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024. He was born August 23, 1954 in Charlotte, NC. He was a Surveyor for the Department of Transportation for the State of Florida. Bill was a Florida State Seminoles Football fan (GO NOLES) and both managed and coached Bartow Youth Soccer for many years. He...
Gloria Forcke Stenger
Jul 2, 2024
Gloria Forcke Stenger passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024 at the age of 100. She was born on September 4, 1923, to Iris Cooper and Robert Forcke in Oak Ridge, Roatan, Honduras. She spent her childhood surrounded by crystal-clear water, mountains, and dense green rainforests. She left her island to become a stewardess with TACA Airlines in 1943. In...
Yahorany Popoca
Jun 30, 2024
Bartow - Yahorany Popoca , age 29, passed away June 30, 2024, in Haines City . She was born on November 6, 1994, in Guerro, Mexico. She worked as a waitress. She enjoyed spending time with her children & friends, working and music. Most of all she will be remembered as a loving mother. She is survived by a loving...
Diana L. Hughes
Jun 30, 2024
Mulberry -Diana L. Hughes , age 76, passed away June 30, 2024. She is survived by her daughter Tracy Ireland, and sisters Mary Kane, Shirley Arrington & Martha Mullis. Per her wishes, no services will be held at this time. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com
Carol Rodgers
Jun 29, 2024
Bartow - Carol Rodgers , age 74, passed away June 29, 2024, at Groves Center in Lake Wales. She was born on December 30, 1949, in Holmes County , FL. She was a Department Manager for Walmart. She enjoyed butterflies and owls. She was preceded in death by her husband Donnie Rodgers and siblings Wayne Johnson & Donald Johnson. She...
Loren Ronald Stokes
Jun 25, 2024
Fort Meade - Loren Ronald Stokes, age 76, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024. He was born December 12, 1947 in Bartow, FL to Harold & Mary Stokes, Loren was a Salesman before he retired. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Fort Meade. He was an avid sports fan, especially the Florida Gators. Loren spent many...
Julia Marjorie Hansen
Jun 24, 2024
Julia K. Hansen 85, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2024, at Clayton Oaks Senior Living, Richmond, TX. She was born in Bartow, Florida on March 7, 1939, she was the daughter of Julian Kilpatrick and Theodora “Dora” Brackin Kilpatrick White. She was a devoted employee of both Kerr-McGee and Valero oil companies where she worked as a product scheduler...
Christine Parker
Jun 22, 2024
Avon Park -Christine Parker , age 77, passed away on June 22, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. She was born on July 16, 1946, in Plant City, FL. She worked for Linder Industrial Machinery Company as a Computer Operator. She was a member of VFW Auxiliary. She enjoyed plants & flowers, shopping and being on social media....
Lou Ann Gentile
Jun 22, 2024
Bartow - Lou Ann Gentile, age 66, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Bartow Regional Medical Center. She was born October 2, 1957 in Brooklyn, NY to Thomas & Aurora Gentile. Lou Ann was a Secretary for the city of New York. She was Catholic. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Josephine Stoeckert. Lou Ann...
Nancy Decarolis Cannon
Jun 21, 2024
Zolfo Springs - Nancy DeCarolis Cannon, age 68, went to be with her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ Friday, June 21, 2024. She was born September 30, 1955 in Colorado Springs, CO to Frank & Thelma DeCarolis. Nancy was an Associate Pastor for New Vision Worship Center in Zolfo Springs. She also worked many years at Fort Meade High School...
Xiomara Rodriguez
Jun 21, 2024
Bartow - Xiomara Rodriguez, age 63, passed away on June 21, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center after a 2-year battle with liver cancer. She was born on October 26, 1960, in Mantilla, Cuba. She worked as a Server her entire adult life. She enjoyed watching crime shows, music and dancing. Most importantly she enjoyed spending time with...
