Trung Long Pham
Jun 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dr. Trung Pham Beloved Teacher, Healer, and Devoted Father Dr. Trung Pham was born as the second of five siblings in Vietnam during a time of significant political transition. He began medical school immediately after high school in the 1960s. During his fifth year, he studied under Professors Lê Quốc Hanh and Hautier from France, focusing...
James J. Albritton
Jun 5, 2025
James J. Albritton, age 79, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025. He was born August 18, 1945 in Goshen, IN to Jack & Josephine Albritton. James worked for Zellerbach as a Locator. He was also a Geneologist. James is survived by wife Joyce D Albritton of Bartow, two sons James Andrew "Andy" Albritton of Bartow and Michael Albritton & wife...
Teri Hartbarger
Jun 3, 2025
Teri Hartbarger, age 69, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was born August 17, 1955 in Fort Myers, FL to Henry & Darlene Fussell. Teri worked in Food services for the Polk County School System. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul J. "Buster" Hartbarger, Jr. Teri is survived by her two sons Paul H. Hartbarger, Sr....
George M. Hogeback, Jr.
Jun 2, 2025
Lakeland - George M. Hogeback, Jr. age 86, passed away on June 2, 2025, at Valencia Hills Care Center in Lakeland. He was born on November 15, 1938, in Ohio. He worked in Phosphate Mining. He was preceded in death by his son Richard R. Hogeback. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com
Patricia "Patty" Robitzsch
Jun 2, 2025
Patricia "Patty" Robitzsch, age 68, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025. She was born September 24, 1956 in Bartow, FL to James & Lula Radford. Patty worked in Child Care for 40 years. She was a member of Bartow First Assembly of God and attended Word of Life Christian Center in Bartow. She was preceded in death by her brother...
Annie "Boots" Elizabeth Mclin
May 30, 2025
Annie "Boots" Elizabeth McLin, age 89, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025. She was born April 28, 1936 in Lake Butler, FL to Aubrey & Myrtle Waters. Annie was a Homemaker. She was a member of Winter Haven Baptist Church. She was preced in death by her husband Billy "Rex" McLin. Annie is survived by her three sons Gary McLin...
Sharon Louise Lewis
May 29, 2025
Sharon Louise Lewis went home to Jesus on May 29, 2025, at age 75. She resided with her husband Hershel Lewis, in Moulton Alabama. She was born on December 27, 1949, in Plant City, Florida. She was extremely proud of her accomplishments as a wife, mother, and grandmother. As a member of the old Peace River Church of God, she...
Joyce Margaret Mcgalliard
May 28, 2025
Joyce Margaret McGalliard, age 88, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025. She was born September 30, 1936 in Lakeland, FL to Calvin & Edith Collier. Joyce was a Switchboard Operator for the City of Lakeland for 30 years. Prior to working for the City of Lakeland she worked for GTE for 18 years. Joyce was a member of Ardella Baptist...
Kenny Ray Remsgar
May 26, 2025
Bartow- Kenny Ray Remsgar, age 33, passed away on May 26th, 2025 at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center in Lakeland. He was born on Sunday, March 1st, 1992 in Bartow, FL. He worked as an Industrial Mechanic. He enjoyed helping others, working on vehicles and toys, spending time with his boys, and being outdoors. He is survived by his...
Abe Moss
May 24, 2025
Abe Moss, age 83, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025. He was born June 17, 1941 in Dille, WV to Lanty & Leah Moss. Abe served in the US Navy. He was a UPS Truck Driver for 31 years. Abe was a member of the Bartow American Legion Post 3. He was preceded in death by his siblings Betty Starcher,...
Mary Kersey
May 24, 2025
Webster - Mary Kersey , age 68, passed away on May 24, 2025, at UTMB Health Clear Lake Campus Hospital. She was born on February 3, 1957, in Bartow, FL. She worked as an Office Manager. She enjoyed going to the beach, collecting shells, crafting, and estate sales. Most of all she enjoyed being a mom and spending time with...
Michael Strako
May 24, 2025
Bartow - Michael Strako, age 38, walked into the arms of Jesus on May 24, 2025, in Bartow. He was born on February 9, 1987, in Perth Amboy, NJ. Michael was a dedicated Store Manager for O'Reilly Auto Parts in Auburndale, FL. He was always attentive and looked out for the best interest of the store as well as his...
John Malcolm “Mack” Mullis
May 19, 2025
John Malcolm “Mack” Mullis Born September 6, 1939, in Thomasville, Georgia, passed away surrounded by his family on May,19, 2025 in Ashburn, Virginia. John was a loving husband to Beverly Davis Mullis, a devoted father to his two daughters, Stephanie Prescott and Angela Bender, and a proud grandfather to Ashley Prescott Muir and Chris Muir; John and Autumn Prescott; Caitlyn...
Leslie "Les" G. Pickett
May 18, 2025
Leslie "Les" G. Pickett, age 99, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025. He was born January 26, 1926 in Bronx, NY to Leslie & Helen Pickett. Leslie was a Veteran in the US Navy during WWII. He was a Commercial Architect and Owned & Operated Leslie G. Pickett & Associates. He was a member of McLeod Presbyterian Church in Bartow...
Holiday Stanley, Jr.
May 16, 2025
Holiday Stanley, Jr., age 73, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025,. He was born January 25, 1952 in Norton, VA to Holiday & Clara Stanley. He was a veteran in the US Navy. Holiday was a Machinist/Quality Control Inspector for GIW Industries. He was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his four sisters Gloria...
Timothy "Tim" Click
May 15, 2025
Timothy "Tim" Click, age 63, passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025. He was born August 14, 1961 in Prestonburg, KY to Lloyd & Christine Click. Tim recently retired from Martin Transport where he worked in maintenance. He loved camping and going to the Tractor pulls. Tim is survived by his wife Darlene Click of Bartow, daughter Jennifer McCloud (Jeff), three...
Gregory Allen Albritton
May 15, 2025
Gregory Allen Albritton, November 1, 1960 - May 15, 2025. Another Florida Cracker Cowboy has left this earth for the wide open pastures of the Great Beyond. Greg, as his friends called him, was born in Wauchula on November 1, 1960 to William & Aris Albritton, After finishing school in Hardee County, Greg, having grown up around cows and horses,...
Zemore Ray Tucker
May 14, 2025
Zemore Ray Tucker. Ray was born in Brewster at the family homestead on May 7, 1931. He was the youngest of eight children. His parents were William and Dollie (Roberts) Tucker. Ray was married to Earlene Leach Tucker for 69 years. As Earlene would tell the story, a friend introduced her to Ray in 1952. During that time, Ray would...
Arthur A. Straley
May 14, 2025
Lakeland - Arthur A. Straley, age 82, passed away on May 14, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale. He was born on May 13, 1943, in Flint, MI. He was a Lineman in the United States Military. He enjoyed playing pool, cars, and beer cruises. He is survived by his daughter Katina Folds, grandchildren Jennifer, Austin, Devin & Robert,...
Grace Diane Vandusen
May 13, 2025
Grace Diane VanDusen died Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at her home in Lakeland at the age of 94. Diane was born on May 20, 1930, in New York, NY, to Rolfe Hubert and Sarah Alice Van Dusen and spent her early childhood in Flushing and Sag Harbor, NY. When Diane was eleven, the family moved to Tampa and, later, Winter...
