Theresa “Terri” Hastings
Jul 10, 2026
Theresa “Terri” “Momma T” Hastings
November 19, 1936 – July 10, 2026
Theresa “Terri” Hastings, a devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and longtime resident of Dublin, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, at the age of 89 in Lakeland, Florida.
Born to Connie Gilman and Louis Gilman, Terri lived a life centered on family, hard work, and the community she loved....
Joan Lee Johnson
Jul 10, 2026
Joan Lee Johnson spent a lifetime putting others first, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, wisdom, and boundless generosity.
Joan L. Johnson, 70, of Bartow, Florida, passed away on July 10, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. She was born on November 7, 1955, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Joan was known for her selfless spirit, kind heart, and unwavering devotion to...
Margarita Cruz Ramos
Jul 10, 2026
Margarita Cruz Ramos, age 83, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born June 19, 1943 in Fajardo, Puerto Rico to Francisco & Paula Ramos Cruz. She was a Seamstress. Margarita was a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Bartow. She is survived by her two daughters Marilyn Martinez and Myrna Martinez, son Jose Ramon Ramos, grandchildren;...
Jan Miller
Jul 10, 2026
Jan Miller went home to be with Jesus on July 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. The Lord deeply blessed Jan with his beloved wife, Sue; his two sons, Doug and Mark Miller; his cherished daughter-in-love, Rachel; and three wonderful grandchildren, Blaine, Bailey, and Maddie, who brought immeasurable joy to his life. His family has received salvation through Jesus...
Armando Alberto Gomez
Jul 9, 2026
Fort Meade - Armando Alberto Gomez, age 31, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. He was born June 22, 1995 in Avon Park, FL. Armando was a Laborer and of the Catholic faith. He is survived by his mother; Lucia Gomez of Fort Meade, brother; Martin Gomez, four sisters; Maria Gomez, Adileny Gomez, Fernanda Gomez and Lesly Gomez. Family will...
Melody Ruth Horne
Jul 9, 2026
Melody Ruth Horne, 67, of Bartow, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026. Born on December 4, 1958, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, FL. Melody lived a life marked by faith, compassion, creativity and love. She worked as an accounting specialist and was known for her dedication, integrity, and attention to detail. Melody had a beautiful creative spirit...
Dawn I. Pici
Jul 8, 2026
Ocoee - Dawn I. Pici, age 73, passed away on July 8, 2026, at her residence in Ocoee. Born Monday, September 1, 1952, in Lansdale, PA to Vernon & Inge (Richter) Hiltebeitel. She was a Business Coach for Pici & Pici, Inc. She enjoyed working on projects with her husband. She was a member of Beulah Baptist Church in Winter...
Joanne Mullis Kitchens
Jul 7, 2026
Joanne Mullis Kitchens age 91, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in Stuart, FL. Born December 14, 1934 in Tifton, GA to John Joseph & Lula Ethelle Mullis. Joanne worked for the State Attorneys Office and later for Belk Lindsey. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lakeland. Joanne was preceded in death by her husband Eddie...
Marian Grunholzer Clyatt
Jul 7, 2026
Fort Meade - Marian Grunholzer Clyatt, 97, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at home. Born March 14, 1929, to John and Jewel Pauline Grunholzer, Marian was a lifelong resident of Fort Meade, FL. She was a devoted mother and homemaker and also worked for several years as a secretary with the Polk County Maintenance Department located in Fort Meade....
Marie Avery Haskins
Jul 3, 2026
Marie Avery Haskins, age 74, passed away Friday, July 3, 2026. She was born August 26, 1951 in Jacksonville, FL to Harvey & Ollie Mae Avery. Marie was a Interior Designer and loved spending time at the beach. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lakeland, FL. Marie was preceded in death by...
Jerry Peterson
Jul 3, 2026
Bartow – Jerry Peterson, age 77, passed away on July 3, 2026, at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born on March 5, 1949, in Lake Alfred, Florida. He dedicated his career to working as a carpenter. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and watching reruns of classic westerns. Above all else, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived...
Nancy E. Chaney
Jul 1, 2026
Lakeland – Nancy E. Chaney, 72, passed away on July 1, 2026, at Bartow Regional Medical Center in Bartow, Florida, from complications of Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), a form of Parkinsons. Nancy was born on November 4, 1953, in Laurel, Maryland. After growing up in Baltimore, her marriage took her to Virginia, where she opened Frankie's Restaurant in Norfolk. After...
Anna B. Lazorko
Jun 29, 2026
Fort Meade - Anna B. Lazorko, age 80, passed away on June 29, 2026, at her residence in Fort Meade. She was born on June 16, 1946, in Wauchula, FL. She worked as a School Bus Driver. She enjoyed traveling to the mountains, enjoying her many plants and flowers, and spending time with her family and loved ones. She was...
Verna B. Dawson
Jun 28, 2026
Bartow - Verna B. Dawson, age 85, passed away on June 28, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. She was born on January 8, 1941, in Belle, WV. She was a Homemaker. Her family was her whole life. She pursued many hobbies, but her favorites were baking, cooking, sewing and gardening. She was preceded in death by her...
Geneva Gupton
Jun 27, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Geneva Gupton, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on June 27, 2026, at the age of 67. Geneva was born on March 18, 1959, in the beautiful state of North Carolina, to Joe Ann Lassiter and Peter Austin Gupton.
Geneva was a beacon...
Gary Wiersum
Jun 27, 2026
Gary Wiersum, age 77, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, after his brave fight with cancer. Gary proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, and in his final days he said, “I lived a good life.”
Gary was born to Harold and Genevieve Wiersum on August 20, 1948. He...
James E. Willis
Jun 25, 2026
Bartow - James E. Willis, age 86, passed away June 25, 2026, at his residence in Bartow. He was born on August 6, 1939, in Omega, GA to Ishmael & Lorraine (Tucker) Willis. He worked as an Inspector for Crown Cork & Seal . He enjoyed coaching in his younger years, fishing, hunting and traveling. He was preceded in death...
Jacob Daniel Gonzalez
Jun 23, 2026
Jacob Daniel Gonzalez, age 22, passed away at his home Tuesday, June 23, 2026. He was born on January 20, 2004, in Haines City, Florida. Jacob was a landscaper and artist. He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Gayle Turner Wright, and Dorothy Marie Gonzalez; and grandfather, Vincent Gonzalez, Jr.; Uncles Roger Jones, Rodney Turner, Vince Turner, and Thurston...
Juan Cruz Rodriguez, Sr.
Jun 20, 2026
Frostproof - Juan Cruz Rodriguez, Sr. age 75, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2026. He was born June 12, 1951 in El Pochote, Mexico. Juan worked in Agriculture. He was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Frostproof. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter Jasmin Navarro. Juan is survived by his wife Griselda Cruz of Frostproof, three...
Allen "Jerry" Conrad
Jun 13, 2026
Bartow - Allen "Jerry" Conrad, age 75, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was born on August 18, 1950, in Parsons, TN to Jake & Lodie Conrad. Jerry played football and graduated from Mississippi State University. He was a teacher at Bartow High School for 42 years, as well as a football coach. He is survived by his wife...
