Earl Jackson "Jack" Jones
Oct 5, 2019
Bartow- Earl Jackson "Jack" Jones, 79, beloved husband, father and grandfather was called to be with his Heavenly Father on October 5, 2019. Born May 28, 1940 in Atlanta, GA to Earl & Allie Jones, Jack was a resident of Bartow since 1996, moving from Merritt Island, FL. Jack lived and loved life for over 7 decades in Central Florida....
John R. Grissette
Sep 29, 2019
Fort Meade - John Richard Grissette, 42, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019. He was born March 26, 1977 in Bartow, FL, John graduated from Fort Meade High School class of 1996. He was a proud and loving Father, Son and Brother. John loved to spend quality time mentoring his son Paxton and Paxton's friends. He is survived by his...
William A. "Bill" Read, Jr.
Sep 29, 2019
William A. Read, Jr. peacefully left this world for his heavenly home onSeptember 29th, 2019 at the George Forsythe Hospice House inAuburndale. Bill, as he was known to all, was born on July 5, 1923 inTampa to the late William and Georgina Read. He spent his childhoodgrowing up with a deep appreciation for the Florida coast and its history aswell...
John Christopher Mathis
Sep 23, 2019
John Christopher Mathis, age 47, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019 at his home in Bartow. Mr. Mathis was born on April 24, 1972 in Lake City, FL. Chris worked in the hospitality industry for many years. Mr. Mathis is preceded in death by his grandparents: Marvin and Annie L. Mathis and Richard B. and Armilda D. Gittings. He...
Fonda M. Bennett
Sep 22, 2019
Fort Meade - Fonda M. Bennett, 89, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019. She was born May 16, 1930 in Unionville, MI to William & Luella Lewis. Fonda worked for many years at the Caro Regional Center in Michigan. After moving to Florida, she was instrumental in helping establish the campgrounds at the American Legion Post 23 in Fort Meade...
Lee Bruning Campbell
Sep 21, 2019
Bartow- Lee Bruning Campbell, 88, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019. Born July 30, 1931 in Dallas, Texas, Lee was the daughter of A.H. “Hank” and Edna Lee Bruning. She was a graduate of the University of Florida with a Master’s Degree in English and a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority. Lee was a longtime resident of Bartow, and...
Ronald C. Williams
Sep 21, 2019
Ronald C. Williams, age 71, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019 in Bartow. Born November 28, 1947 in Florence, AL, he was the son of the late J.W. and Irene Williams. Mr Williams was a veteran of the U.S. Army and attended the Vineyard Church of God of Bartow. Ron retired from I.M.C Phosphate after 30 years of service, working...
John Vas
Sep 18, 2019
Dr. John Vas, age 98, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Born July 14, 1921 in Vashosszufalu, Hungary, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Zavar) Vas. Mr. Vas was a Banking Officer for Wells Fargo Bank for many years. John earned a Doctorate Degree in Philosophy and Letters from the University of Santo Domingo in...
Ralph Meeks, Jr.
Sep 15, 2019
Bartow - Ralph Meeks, Jr. age 90, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019. He was born July 19, 1929 in Rockledge, GA, Ralph moved to Bartow in 1943, from Rockledge, GA. He was a Veteran in the US Air Force and a life member of the VFW. He was a Engineer for the State of Florida Department of Transportation. Ralph...
John Silas Osteen
Sep 13, 2019
Bartow - John Silas Osteen, 76, passed away September 13, 2019 at Winter Haven Hospital. Born January 11, 1943 in Bradenton, FL, Mr. Osteen was a longtime resident of Bartow. He was a truck driver in the construction industry. He is preceded in death by his wife: Kathleen Osteen, sisters: Eva Ziegler & Jane Thorpe, a great great grandchild: Braylyn...
Carol S. Warren
Sep 8, 2019
Carol S. Warren, age 65, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019 in Lakeland. Born August 28, 1954 in Pinellas Park, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Howard and Ruth Irma (Parsons) Sowell. Carol retired from the Polk County School Board after working many years as an Administrative Assistant. Mrs. Warren is survived by her husband, of 36...
George Nelson Hamer
Sep 7, 2019
Bartow - George Nelson "Coach" Hamer, age 94, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019. He was born March 8, 1925 in Columbus, GA, He was a Veteran in the US Navy, where he served on the USS New York at Iwo Jima during WWII. He was a resident of Bartow since 1952, moving from Opp, AL, He taught and coached...
Barbara Ward Leedy
Sep 4, 2019
Lakeland - Barbara Ward Leedy, age 94, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Born April 18, 1925 in Summersville, WV, After high school she attended the University of Kentucky at Lexington. In 1942 she left college packed her suitcase and took a train to Washington DC to do something to help the US fighting in World War II. She had...
Kenneth Paul Harrell, Sr.
Sep 4, 2019
Bartow - Kenneth "Lightning" Paul Harrell, Sr. age 86, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Mr Harrell was born May 8, 1933 in Climax, GA, He was a Veteran in the US Navy and moved to Bartow in 1956 from Climax, GA, He was a member of Lake Garfield First Baptist Church. He retired from Crown Cork and Seal after...
Kristi Anne Tew
Aug 30, 2019
Bartow - Kristi Anne Tew, 47, passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa after an extended illness. Born March 17, 1972 in Minot, ND, the daughter of Dean and Diane Will Koulogianes. A graduate of Mentor High School in Ohio, Kristi served as a safety officer for the Lakeland Police Department for several years. After...
Jo Ann Taylor Watson
Aug 30, 2019
Lehigh Acres - Jo Ann Taylor Watson, age 80, passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at Hope Hospice in Lehigh Acres. She was born April 24, 1939 in Avon Park, FL. She was a Insurance Sales Representative. She was Baptist. She is survived by her husband; Roger Watson of Lehigh Acres, two sons; Roger Watson, Jr. (Jackie) and Rodney Watson...
Adolph Belcher
Aug 29, 2019
Adolph Belcher, age 82, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019 at his home in Fort Meade. Born December 6, 1936 in Enterprise, AL, he was the son of the late Lehmon and Addie Elizabeth (Ellis) Belcher. Mr. Belcher was a Fabicator working in the Citrus Processing industry for many years. Adolph attended the First Church of God of Fort Meade....
Helen Brooks Acorn
Aug 26, 2019
Bartow- Helen Brooks Acorn, age 73, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at her home in Bartow. Born August 10, 1946 in Monroeville, AL, she was the daughter of the late Emmett and Alice (Womack) Brooks. Helen was a longtime member of Turning Point Worship Center in Bartow. Helen was a manager at the McDonald's Restaurant in Bartow, working...
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Nicholson
Aug 25, 2019
Bartow - Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Nicholson, Jr., 59, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019 at Bartow Regional Medical Center. He was born March 11, 1960 in Orlando, FL. He was a Truck Driver for R & L Carriers for 20 years and was a member of the Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his son; Kevin Nicholson...
William "Bill" Paige Hall
Aug 25, 2019
BARTOW - William Paige Hall “Bill” 81, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side Sunday, August 25th, 2019. Born February 14, 1938 in Bartow, FL to Charles and Addie Hall. Bill is one of eleven children and has been a lifelong resident of Bartow. Bill was an Armored Tank Sergeant in United States Army’s prestigious 101st Airborne...
