Edward Eugene Shell
Oct 14, 2017
Edward Eugene Shell, 86, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2017. Mr. Shell was born November 14, 1930 in Xenia, OH, Mr. Shell served in the United States Navy. He was a Welder for IMC Phosphate Company. He was Baptist. He was preceded in death by his daughter: Margie Shell, brother: Bill Shell and sister: Margie Anderson. Mr. Shell is survived...
Thomas E. Mcmicken
Oct 11, 2017
Dr. Thomas "Tom" Edson McMicken, 79, of Bartow, Florida, peacefully went to be with his savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland, Florida. Tom dedicated his life to his family, his community and to the practice of medicine. He was born in the small town of Salem, West Virginia, on November 6,1937 where...
Dwayne Robinson
Oct 10, 2017
Dwayne Robinson, age 54, of Bartow, FL passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017. Dwayne was a kind, loving man who made sure if you were around him you had a smile on your face. His personality would light up a room. He would do anything for you and never met a stranger. He is survived by his kids, who meant...
Lowell E. Holton, Jr.
Oct 9, 2017
Lowell E. Holton, Jr., age 76, passed away Monday, October 9, 2017 at His residence in Midville, GA. He was born November 9, 1940 in Bartow, FL to the late Lowell Eugene Sr. and Elma Macy Holton. Lowell graduated from Fort Meade High School class of 1958. He was the Owner & Operator of Holton Plumbing. Lowell was very active...
Patricia C. "Trish" Heckman
Oct 4, 2017
Patricia C. "Trish" Heckman, age 55, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at her home in Bartow. Born August 19, 1962 in Bartow, she was the daughter of the late John William and Betty (Richardson) Crowley. Trish worked as a driver for Polk County Transit and Napa Auto Parts in Bartow for many years and attended the Word of Life...
James M. Spurlock Jr.
Oct 1, 2017
James M. Spurlock Jr., 77, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 1, 2017 at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. James proudly served his country as a 20 year veteran of the United States Air Force. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, grandchildren and dogs. He was an avid gardener and loved listening...
John A Harman
Sep 27, 2017
Bartow - John Harman, age 90, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at his residence in Bartow. John is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years Joan Harman, daughters Jan Liles and Susan Harman of Bartow. Sons Charles "Chuck" Harman of Bartow and Ben Harman, brother, James Harman of Riverside, CA and sister, Thelma "Anne" Roper, Escondido, CA John...
Ilene Hines
Sep 23, 2017
Bartow - Ilene Hinds, 92, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Lakeland Hospice House. Born February 28, 1925 in Huntington, W.V. , Mrs. Hinds was a resident of Bartow for 20 years, moving from Huntington. She was a member of the Bartow Golden Age Club, volunteer for the Church Service Center, and an Ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce....
Robert W. Davis
Sep 20, 2017
Bartow FL - Robert W. Davis, 86, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at Bartow Regional Medical Center. Born November 29, 1930 in Detroit, MI, Mr. Davis was a resident of Bartow since 1986, moving from Lincoln Park, MI. He was employed with Ford Motor Company for over 35 years. He attended the Asbury United Methodist Church of Bartow, a...
Jennie L. Hall
Sep 12, 2017
Jennie L. Hall, age 86, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017 in Bartow. Born, April 12, 1931 in Benham, KY, she was the daughter of the late John and Ruby Fern (Andis) King. Mrs. Hall worked as a waitress and bartender at John's Restaurant in Bartow for many years. Jennie attended the First Baptist Church of Lake Garfield. Along with...
Laura Lee Abundez
Sep 12, 2017
Laura Lee Abundez, 51, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Physicians Regional Medical Center in Naples, FL. Laura was born January 3, 1966 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, She was a School Bus Driver for Collier County Schools. She is survived by her two daughters; Ciera Abundez of Fort Meade and Gabriela Petrie of Naples. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com
Jean Raymond "Blue" Terry
Sep 11, 2017
Jean Raymond "Blue" Terry, age 93, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017. Jean was born February 27, 1924 in Jerseyville, IL to Rena Parsell Terry and Jesse Raymond Terry. He was the youngest of five children and moved with his family to Bartow, FL when he was 6 weeks old. He served in the US Marine Corps, in the Phillippines...
Howard P. "Head" Martin
Sep 11, 2017
Howard P. "Head" Martin, age 76, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017 at Lakeland Nursing and Rehab Center in Lakeland. Born Monday, June 9, 1941 in Roanoke Rapids, NC, (Creeksville, NC) Mr. Martin was a resident of Bartow since 1970, moving from North Carolina. He was a member of the Christian Home Freewill Baptist Church of Bartow. He was the...
Patricia Ann Schroer
Sep 9, 2017
Patricia Ann Schroer, age 69, passed way Saturday, September 9, 2017 at her home in Bartow. Born March 12, 1948 in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of Harold and Marie (McHenry) Geyer. Mrs. Schroer retired after a career with the Social Security Administration as a Service Representative. She attended Saint John Neumann Catholic Church in Lakeland. Mrs. Schroer...
Lucy Jane Collins
Sep 9, 2017
Lucy Jane Collins - On September 9, 2017, Lucy Jane Collins entered into the presence of the Lord. She passed at the Groves Center of Lake Wales. Although she loved every verse of scripture from Genesis 1:1 to Revelation 22:21, a verse that provided great inspiration to her is 1st John 4:10: " In this is love: not that we...
Elizabeth E. "Libby" Keegan
Sep 8, 2017
Elizabeth E. "Libby" Keegan, 83, of Tampa passed away September 8, 2017. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Jim Keegan. Jim and Libby owned and operated a BCT in Tampa for many years. Libby was a loving wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to all. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Libby had...
Leslie Blount Medders
Sep 8, 2017
Leslie Blount Medders: July 24, 1952-September 8, 2017 A cherished wife, beloved sister, doting aunt and loyal friend, Leslie Blount Medders passed into the arms of her Savior on Friday, September 8th after a fierce fight against cancer. A lover of life and people, Leslie was the epitome of elegance with a beautiful smile, warm and giving heart, strong sense...
Blanca Zamarripa
Sep 7, 2017
Frostproof - Blanca Zamarripa, 62, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2017 at her home in Frostproof, FL. Blanca was born September 28, 1954 in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Blanca was preceded in death by her father; Prudencio Garcia and grandson; Brandon Jaimes. Blanca is survived by her husband of 48 years Jesus Zamarripa,...
Leonard "Charby" Allen Charboneau
Sep 6, 2017
Leonard A. (Charby) Charboneau 78, of Alturas, Fl. Passed peacefully, into the arms of Jesus, the morning of Sept. 6, 2017 at Lakeland Regional Hospital. “Charby” was born in Cheboygan, Michigan November 13, 1938. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rose Mae Jarvis and Arthur Charboneau, and also by his son Leonard Jr. “Charby” is survived by his...
John G. Stenger, Jr
Sep 5, 2017
Bartow - John G. Stenger, Jr., 92, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Lakeland Hospice House. Born December 25, 1924 in Bartow, FL, Mr. Stenger was a lifelong resident of Bartow. He was a second generation citrus grower. He was involved in aviation most of this life, as a pilot and restoration of old aircraft. He was an avid...
