Sophia Ann Exarhos
Jul 22, 2019
Sophia Ann Exarhos, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 22, 2019 at Bartow Regional Medical Center in Bartow. In life, Sophia nourished joy in those who knew or encountered her with a capacious laugh, an indefatigable strength, and a tenacious spirit. She was born on September 6, 1924 in Steubenville, Ohio, to John and Anna (Prokorym) Zysko. After...
Jose P. Puentes
Jul 21, 2019
Jose P. Puentes, 91, of Winter Haven, Passed away peacefully, on July 21, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. A loving husband, father and grandfather who loved gardening and the time he spent with his family. He never met a stranger and would often put others before himself. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Maria Puentes,...
Silka Del C. Ortiz
Jul 12, 2019
Silka Del C. Ortiz, age 56, passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at her residence in Bartow. Born June 16, 1963 in Sante Fe, Vereguas, Panama, Mrs. Ortiz was a resident of Bartow for twelve years, moving from Deerfield Beach, FL. She was a Cafeteria Cook for Lakeland High School for 10 years. She was a member of Saint Joseph...
Woodford Decatur Miller, Iii
Jul 10, 2019
Woodford Decatur "Dee" Miller, III, age 76, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019 in Winter Haven. Born July 30, 1942 in Knoxville, TN, he was the son of the late Woodford D. Miller, II and Virginia (Esiensmith) Miller. Mr. Miller was an Episcopalian and retired from Reco Equipment Inc. after many years of service in the tank manufacturing industry. Along...
Willoughby D. Waite, Jr.
Jul 8, 2019
Fort Meade - Willoughby D. Waite Jr., 90, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at Lakeland Hospice House in Lakeland, FL. Mr. Waite was born October 31, 1928 in Syracuse, NY, He was a United States Marine Corp Veteran serving during the Korean War and was of the Methodist faith. He was a field service mechanic for heavy construction equipment....
Michael T. Coon
Jul 5, 2019
Winter Haven - Michael T. Coon, age 53, passed away suddenly Friday, July 5, 2019 at Our Lady of the Lord Hospital in Camden, NJ. Born January 21, 1966 in Winter Haven, Michael was a lifelong resident of Winter Haven. A graduate of Winter Haven High School, Class of 1984, he was a member of Beymer Memorial United Methodist Church...
Nora J. Bland
Jul 4, 2019
 Nora J. Bland, 76, of Bartow, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 04, 2019, with her loving family at her side. Born in Ft. Meade, FL, she was a lifelong resident of the area. Nora was a loving mother, and grandmother, who took great pride in her family, and the time she spent with them. She would always...
Benjamin Tarley Mills
Jul 4, 2019
Benjamin Tarley Mills of Bartow, Florida went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on July 4, 2019 after a sudden cardiac arrest. Ben was 49 years old. Born September 3, 1969 to Everett and Tessa (Hodges) Mills of Bartow, FL. Ben spent most of his life in the Bartow/ Lakeland, Florida area. He graduated from Bartow Senior High...
Jan H. Hartsaw
Jun 30, 2019
Janice Faira Hester Hartsaw passed away in comfort with the love of her family, on June 30th 2019 at the age of 81. She is joined in heaven with her husband Billy Ray Hartsaw and her grandson Mason Hartsaw. Jan was a long time Bartow resident and graduated from Summerlin Institute before studying art at Florida State University, she taught...
Dominic Michael "Mickey" Cipolla
Jun 24, 2019
Dominic Michael "Mickey" Cipolla, age 81, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019, at Lakeland Regional Hospital. Dominic was born in Rossiter, PA, on December 5, 1937. He was the son of the late Joseph and Christine (Altimore) Cipolla. He was a 1955 graduate of S.S. Cosmas and Damian High School in Punxsutawney, PA and attended Polk Community...
Cathy Elizabeth Bruce
Jun 22, 2019
Cathy Elizabeth Bruce, 57, passed away Saturday June 22, 2019 after a valiant battle with cancer. She graduated from Bartow High School class of 1980. She was a lifetime caregiver. From babysitting, animal sitting, and elderly care, she loved all of God's creations. She was a Christian and loved visiting all different churches but her home church was Turning Point...
Pauline H. Perdue
Jun 21, 2019
Pauline H. Perdue, age 89, passed away Friday, June 21, 2019 in Bartow. Born April 24, 1930 in Milton, FL, she was the daughter of the late James L. and Jessie (Brown) Horne. Mrs. Perdue was a homemaker and longtime resident of Wauchula. Pauline is survived by a loving family that includes her children: Johnny Perdue (Betty) and Debra P....
Ricky Joe Byrd, Sr.
Jun 21, 2019
Ricky Joe Byrd Sr., age 54, passed away suddenly Friday, June 21, 2019 at his home in Bartow. Born Sunday, May 16, 1965 to Joe Mac Byrd & Faye Culverhouse Byrd. Ricky was a lifelong resident of Bartow. He was a Security Officer for Securitas Security for several years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and enjoyed camping. He especially...
Ronnie Coleman Mcnutt
Jun 20, 2019
Mulberry- Ronnie Coleman McNutt, 84, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2019. Mr. McNutt was born November 27, 1934 in Graceville, FL, Ronnie was a Veteran in the Air Force in the Korean War. He was a resident of Bartow from 1960 to 1977. He was a Florida State Trooper from 1960 to 1968, then he was a Claims Adjuster for...
Larry D. Mcdougald
Jun 15, 2019
Homeland - Larry D. McDougald, age 73, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019 peacefully, with his loving family and friends by his side. Born Thursday, August 30, 1945 in Panama City, FL, Larry was a resident of Homeland many years. He was an avid fisherman and loved to hunt. He was the proud owner of Florida Transport Service Inc....
Walter W. Hoover Jr.
Jun 12, 2019
Walter W. Hoover Jr., age 90, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Palm Garden Of Winter Haven in Winter Haven. Born Wednesday, September 19, 1928 in Walton County, FL, Mr. Hoover was a resident of the area for many years. An avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors. Walter was a man who loved his Lord and Savior,...
Eduardo Garcia Garcia
Jun 4, 2019
Bartow - Eduardo Garcia Garcia, age 49, passed away Tuesday, June 04, 2019. Eduardo was a resident of Bartow for many years. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, who took great pride in his family. He is survived by his beloved Wife, Leticia Suarez, Bartow, FL, Daughter, Giovanna Garcia (Herman), Bartow, FL, Son, Eduardo Garcia, Jr., Bartow, FL,...
Joyce K. Lawson
Jun 2, 2019
Joyce K. Lawson, 77, passed away June 2, 2019 at Kindred Hospital of Tampa. The daughter of Holland A. & Evelyn Ring Kelley, Joyce was born March 11, 1942 in Jacksonville, FL, She was a resident of Winter Haven for over 20 years, moving from Kissimmee, FL. She a Physical Therapist in the healthcare industry for over 34 years. She...
Edith C. Granger
Jun 1, 2019
Edith C. Granger, age 81, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2019 at her home in Fort Meade. Born in Harlan County, KY, she was the daughter of the late Estil Baker and Lenora (Morgan) Gibson. A longtime resident of Bowling Green, Mrs. Granger worked for many years in the food service and hospitality industry. She is preceded in death by...
Merlene Davis
May 31, 2019
Merlene Davis, age 85, passed away Friday, May, 31, 2019. Born December 15, 1933 in Covington County, AL, she was the daughter of the late Levy Acrage and Lena Elizabeth (McKinney) Helms. A longtime resident of Polk County, she was a was a member of Peace Creek Baptist Church. Merlene is preceded in death by her husband, Sam Franklin Davis...
