Marie Starling
Aug 18, 2026
Bartow - Marie Starling, age 98, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026. She was born June 6, 1928, in Coffee County, AL to Cletus & Lossie Quiller. Marie was a Homemaker. She was a member of Blessed Assurance Temple in Bartow. She was preceded in death by her husband Rueben Starling, son Larry Starling. Marie is survived by her two...
Linda Ruth Benet Hathcock
Aug 16, 2026
Linda Ruth Benet Hathcock (née Hawkins, formerly Linda Barletta), born August 18, 1964, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026.
She was known for her upbeat sense of humor, delicious recipes, spooky ghost stories, and amazing capacity for loving her family and friends. Linda enjoyed helping people look their best by giving them skillful haircuts and styles. She was...
Lessie Lois Vogler
Aug 15, 2026
Lessie Lois Vogler, age 96, was born to Andrew & Hattie Evans on July 20, 1930, in Eastman, Georgia and went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2026, in Lakeland, FL.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill F. Vogler; her daughter, Deborah Harris; and her four brothers; Maxo Evans, Robert Evans, Wilma Sanders, and...
Bruce Allen McLin
Aug 12, 2026
Eagle Lake - Bruce Allen McLin, age 67, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026. He was born July 14, 1959, in Winter Haven, FL to Billy "Rex" & Annie "Boots" McLin. Bruce was an Independent Truck Driver. He was a member of Winter Haven Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Bruce is survived by his two...
Sally Anne (Knight) Seabury
Aug 12, 2026
Sally Anne (Knight) Seabury, 95 of Iowa City, Iowa, died peacefully after a brief illness Wednesday afternoon, August 12, with her family beside her. Sally was born December 6, 1930, in Bartow, Florida. She graduated from Salem College in North Carolina in 1952. She lived in Houston, Texas for most of the next 25 years before returning to her native...
Philip Antone Rehberg
Aug 12, 2026
Bartow - Philip Antone Rehberg, age 77, passed away at his home Wednesday, August 12, 2026. He was born June 25, 1949, in Lakeland, FL to Dr. Louis Antone & Virginia Rehberg. He graduated from Lakeland High School and attended Polk Community College. Philip was a Veteran, having served in the US Navy. He was a retired Supervisor for GTE....
Shasta Ramirez
Aug 8, 2026
Shasta Ramirez, age 44, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026. She was born on December 19, 1981, in Winter Haven, FL. Shasta was a Homemaker and a member of Haven Worship Center. Shasta is survived by her husband Jose Ramirez, mother Tricia Davis (Sherry Long), father Jesse Hunt (Lisa), her children Makynlee Moody, Karson Moody, Legend Ramirez, Meadow Ramirez and...
Terry E. Harris
Aug 7, 2026
Terry E. Harris, age 77, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026. He was born on December 27, 1948, in Anna, IL to Harold & Mary Harris. Terry owned and operated Eddy’s Restaurant in Manteno, IL for many years, before moving to Florida where he was a Plant Manager in the Citrus Industry. He was of the Presbyterian faith. Terry is...
Mary J. Schneider
Aug 7, 2026
Lakeland - Mary Jane Schneider (nee Gunther), age 76, passed away on August 7, 2026, at her residence in Lakeland. She was born on February 23, 1950, in Holcomb, MO. She retired as an administrative assistant in the public education system. She enjoyed genealogy, traveling, and being involved in children's ministry at church. She was preceded in death by her...
Frank H. Vaughn
Aug 6, 2026
Wauchula - Frank H. Vaughn, age 83, passed away on August 6, 2026, at Vivo Healthcare Wauchula. He was born on November 5, 1942, in Sturgeon Bay, WI. He was a Mine Foreman for I.M.C.. He enjoyed hunting ,mullet fishing, camping, and spending time with family & friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn Vaughn, sons Denny...
Melvin Pearson
Aug 3, 2026
Mulberry- Melvin Pearson went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2026. He was born on January 15, 1940, in Avon Park, Florida. He retired from the Board of County Commissioners, Polk County as a Supervisor for Road Maintenance. He was an active member of First Baptist Church of Mulberry. He is preceded in death by his parents...
Warren Patrick “Pat” Huff
Aug 2, 2026
Bartow - Warren Patrick “Pat” Huff, age 96, passed away on August 2, 2026, at AUS Senior Living in Bartow. He was born on April 15, 1930, in Orlando, FL. He graduated from Summerlin Institute where he was Senior Class President, a Boy’s State delegate, member of Key Club and football player for the Summerlin Yellow Jackets South Florida Conference...
Mary Loretta Hess
Jul 31, 2026
Lakeland - Mary Loretta Hess, age 73, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born November 3, 1952 in Mentor, OH to Herman & Mary Blum. Mary was a Transcriptionist for Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was a member of the Church of God. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Larry D. Hess and daughter Michelle Hess....
Phillip Joe Avery, Sr.
Jul 29, 2026
Phillip Joe Avery, Sr., 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. He was born on December 10, 1948, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Melba and J. W. Avery, Jr.
Phillip proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1976 before pursuing a career with Norfolk Southern Railroad for 11 years. In 1987, he answered...
Shelton Locklear
Jul 29, 2026
With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Shelton Locklear, 79, of Bartow, Florida. Shelton passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2026. Shelton was a devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was born in Lumberton, North Carolina on August 5, 1946, to Mazline & Hubert Locklear. He grew up working in...
William "Bill" Tisko, Jr.
Jul 29, 2026
William "Bill" Tisko, Jr. age 71, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He was born April 27, 1955, in St. Clairsville, OH to William & Ida Tisko, Sr. Bill was a Welder for Peace River Citrus in Bartow. He was a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Bartow. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Darren...
Sara Barnes McGinnis
Jul 27, 2026
Sara Barnes McGinnis, 87, passed away on July 27, 2026 in Tallahassee, Florida where she resided. She was born Sara Catherine Barnes on July 10, 1939 in Boston, Georgia to Evelyn and John L. Barnes.
Sara grew up in Bartow, Florida and went on to earn her bachelor's degree from Florida State University. She began her career as an elementary school...
Wilma Roberson
Jul 27, 2026
Bartow - Wilma Roberson, age 87, passed away Monday, July 27, 2026. She was born June 19,1939 in Ringold, OK. She worked for IMC Phosphate and was the pastor at several churches during her lifetime. She was of the Protestant faith. Wilma is survived by her four sisters; Judy Bobbitt, Gloria Murphy, Ruby Hall, Liberty Hall, two brothers; Gene Roberson...
Eladio Sanchez
Jul 26, 2026
Eladio Sánchez fue un esposo amado, un padre dedicado, un abuelo orgulloso y un amigo para todos los que tuvieron la dicha de conocerlo.
Fue precedido en la muerte por sus padres, Víctor Sánchez y Daniela Cabeza, y por sus hermanos Cuca, Rafael y Tati Sánchez.
Le sobreviven su amada esposa de 65 años, Rosa Esther “Negrita” Sánchez; sus hijos, Eladio Jr....
Sergio Percy Naveda Mendoza
Jul 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sergio Percy Naveda Mendoza, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on July 24, 2026. Born on October 20, 1967, in Chimbote, Peru, Sergio was a beacon of warmth, kindness, and devotion to his family and community.
Sergio was the cherished son of the late Dora Mendoza...
