Kenneth L. Wetherington
Jul 16, 2023
Kenneth L. Wetherington, age 87 passed away on July 16, 2023, surrounded by his family. Ken was born in Bartow on October 27, 1935, and was a lifelong resident. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Betty Jo White Wetherington, his mother, Opal L. Garrett, father, JB Wetherington, daughter-in-love, Renee Wetherington, and son-in-law, Roy Dan...
Richard Sellet
Jul 15, 2023
Bartow - Richard Sellet, age 78, passed away July 15, 2023, at Sunrise Community in Bartow. He was born on April 22, 1945, in Lima, OH. He was a resident of Winter Haven moving to Florida in 1960. He enjoyed fishing and going out to eat. He is survived by a loving family. A Celebration of Life will be held...
Ivajean Wright Burtz
Jul 13, 2023
Ivajean Wright Burtz, age 81, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Somers Hospice House in Sebring, FL. She born May 13, 1942 in Fort Meade, FL to Arley & Myrtle Wright. Ivajean was a Caregiver. She was a member of Fort Meade Cornerstone Church of God. She was preceded in death by her husband Douglas C. Burtz. She is...
James Shumaker
Jul 12, 2023
Bartow - James Shumaker , age 82, passed away July 12, 2023, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale. He was born on June 24, 1941, in Daytona Beach, FL. He was the Vice President Operations Supervisor of Citrus & Chemical Bank for 33 years. He enjoyed mowing, outdoor activities, traveling and camping. He is survived by a loving family that...
Marilyn Joyce Hinely Lasauce
Jul 9, 2023
Marilyn Joyce Hinely LaSauce, age 81, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023. She was born January 16, 1942 in Savannah, GA to Marion & Geraldine Hinely. She grew up and spent most of her life in Jacksonville, FL. Joyce worked in Medical Billing. She was preceded in death by her daughter Deanna Newsom Shumer and husband Jack LaSauce. She is...
Sandy Kimbril
Jul 1, 2023
Sandy Kimbril, age 83, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023, in Sebring. Born March 19, 1940, in Cleveland, OH, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Stanley and Florence (Zielinski) Shienkiewicz. Sandy retired from the Florida Department of Transportation where she worked as a Secretary for many years. Along with her parents, she is also preceded in death...
Gary Dale Ray
Jun 27, 2023
Gary Dale Ray, age 63, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023. He was born April 6, 1960 in Waynesville, NC to Charles & Anne Ray. He was a retired Fleet Shop Supervisor for Polk County. Gary loved his family and loved working on trucks and hunting. He is survived by his wife Loretta Ray, son Shane Ray & wife Rhiannon,...
Janyce Price
Jun 26, 2023
Janyce Price passed away at home on Monday, June 26, 2023, with her loving family. Janyce was born in Bartow, FL, on December 23, 1941, to Thomas P. and Irene Johns Cribb. Janyce was a lifelong resident of Bartow. She graduated from Summerlin Institute, now Bartow Senior High School, in 1959. After graduation, on a beautiful summer evening, she met...
Michael Kenneth Whaley, Sr.
Jun 21, 2023
Michael Kenneth Whaley, Sr. passed away Wednesday June 21, 2023 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born April 26, 1937 in Wauchula, Florida to James Hershel & Voncile Marsh Whaley. He served in the United States Navy for 4 years and was stationed throughout Northeast Asia. Following his time in the Navy, Mike was...
Patrick Hugh Essary
Jun 18, 2023
Patrick Hugh Essary, age 70, passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was born April 9, 1953 in Hammond, IN to Grady & Patricia Essary, Patrick served in the US Navy. He was a Maintenance Mechanic for Mosaic. He was preceded in death by his wife Janet Essary. He is survived by daughter Deanna Pavlou (Peter), son Caleb Brooks (Catelyn),...
Kathryn Roberson Mcnutt
Jun 17, 2023
Kathryn Roberson McNutt, age 87, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023 in Mulberry, Florida. Born January 22, 1936 in Dothan, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Roy Hart Roberson and R.V. (Messer) Roberson. Mrs. McNutt was a Southern Baptist. She worked as a Registered Nurse in several hospitals across Florida during her career and retired from Flowers...
Veronica "Vickie" Runnels
Jun 16, 2023
Veronica "Vickie" Runnels, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in Auburndale. Born May 11, 1951, in Pontiac, MI. Vickie worked for Hess as a Gas Station Manager for many years. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Wilbert Deuman and Terry Runnels, Sr. She is survived by her daughter EvaLena Strebin and husband Josh, her son...
Sharon Smith
Jun 14, 2023
Sharon Smith, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, in Tampa. Born January 25, 1943, in Bartow, she was the daughter of the late Bethel L. Smith and Lora (Futch) Smith. Sharon was Pentecostal and worked as an Associate in Retail Industry for many years. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her sisters: Sherry...
Tommie B. Snow
Jun 13, 2023
Tommie B. Snow, age 96, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023. He was born September 5, 1926 in Dudley, GA to Seronia & Jonnie Snow, He served in the US Army. Tommie was a Bulldozer Operator in the Phosphate industry. He was a member of Wildwood Baptist Church in Bartow where he served as a Deacon for many years. He...
Mildred Juanita Laferney
Jun 3, 2023
Mildred Juanita LaFerney, age 93, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. She was born February 20, 1930 in Hornersville , MO to Alvie & Opal Southard. Mildred worked as a Custodian for Beecher Community School District in Michigan. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Fort Meade. She was preceded in death by her brothers Darrell Southard...
Marcia Carol (Hubert) Penn
Jun 1, 2023
Marcia Carol (Hubert) Penn, age 85, passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023, in Sebring, FL. Born May 24, 1938, in Fort Meade, FL, she was the daughter of the late James Theodore and Virginia (Stokes) Hubert and the baby sister of her two older brothers. Mrs. Penn graduated with her degree from Barry College and worked as a legal...
Charles Butler
May 30, 2023
Lakeland - Charles Butler, age 87, passed away May 30, 2023, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. He was born on February 22, 1936, in Barnwell, SC. He was a Truck driver. He enjoyed listening to oldies music, watching westerns and gadgets. He was preceded in death by his son Derek Butler and brothers Solomon, Kenny, Aaron, and Bobby....
James "Jim" H. Sellers Sr.
May 27, 2023
Bartow - James "Jim" H. Sellers Sr., age 79, passed away May 27, 2023, at Augusta VA Medical Center. He was born on July 2, 1943, in Headland, AL. He retired from the United States Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed watching sports, Alabama Football, and spending time with people. He was preceded in...
Catherine "Cathy" Zorn
May 26, 2023
Lakeland - Catherine "Cathy" Zorn, age 89 passed away May 26, 2023 at home. She was born in Bridgetown, NJ on June 15, 1933. Moved to Florida at the age of 19 where she lived til the end. She was an executive secretary for David McKee Engineering Co. She was a member of Moose Lodge, American Legion and Fraternal Order...
James L. "Jimmy" Hatfield, Sr.
May 24, 2023
James L. "Jimmy" Hatfield, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 in Homeland. Born November 2, 1967, he was the son of the late Harold Hatfield and his mother, Sue (Cooper) Johnson. Jimmy was a longtime resident of Homeland. He was an independent contractor specializing in residential repair and a maintenance. Mr. Hatfield is survived by his mother, Sue...
