Charles "Chuck" J. Spencer
Sep 4, 2026
Bartow - Charles "Chuck" Spencer, age 76, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026. He was born October 25, 1949, in Terre Haute, IN to Charles & Betty Joe Spencer. Chuck was a United States Marine serving from 1968-1970, serving three tours in The Vietnam War and earning the rank of sergeant. He retired as Police Captain for Bartow Police Department,...
Leland C. Smith
Sep 2, 2026
“ For Everything there is a Season
A time for every purpose under heaven:
A time to be born and a time to die,
A time to kill and a time to heal,
A time to break down and time to build up,
A time to weep and a time to laugh,
A time to mourn and a time to dance.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1-4
Leland’s season began at Bartow...
Hazel "Polly" Paulett Odom
Sep 2, 2026
Bartow - Hazel Paulett "Polly" Odom, age 81, went to be with her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ Wednesday, September 2, 2026. She was born on July 17, 1945, in Jacksonville, FL to Lavon & Ruby Lee Claxton. Polly was the Owner & Operator of her beauty salon "House of Beauty". She was a devout Christian and was of the...
Margaret F. Toth
Sep 1, 2026
Margaret F. Toth, age 93, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026. She was born August 26, 1933, in Charlotte, NC to Risden & Margaret Fort. Margaret was a graduate of Erskine College in Due West, SC. She was a School Teacher. Margaret was a member of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Bartow. She is survived by her son Gene...
Barron Lee Scott
Aug 31, 2026
Bartow - Barron Lee Scott, passed away Monday August 31, 2026, at Breezy Hills Rehabilitation & Care Center, Lakeland, FL. Barron was born November 1, 1955, in Arcadia, FL. He graduated from Bartow Senior High School in 1974. After high school Barron went to work for the FL Dept. of Transportation and continued his career working in the private sector...
Ismael E. Rosillo
Aug 31, 2026
Ismael E. Rosillo, passed away on August 31, 2026 at his residence in Bartow, FL. He was born on April 28, 2026 in Lakeland, FL. He is survived by his Mother Erica Rosillo, Bartow, Stepfather Austin Lopez, Bartow, Father Jonathan Najera, Leesburg, Brother Nathan Najera, Bartow, Grandparents: Tammy Vega, Jose Rosillo, Carolina Gonzalez & Noe Najera, Great Grandmother Eva Sharick,...
Kathleen Waddell
Aug 28, 2026
Kathleen Waddell, age 82, passed away Friday, August 28, 2026. She was born November 18, 1943 in Springfield, MA to Cuyler & Marion Smith, She worked for Polk County School Board as a Lunchroom lady. She was preceded in death by her husband John Waddell. Kathleen is survived by her children Dan Rising (Susanne), Scott Rising (Holly), Debra Fales (Scott),...
Norma Jean Meyer
Aug 26, 2026
Bartow – Norma Jean (Emhoff) Corporon Meyer, age 85, passed away on August 26, 2026, at her residence in Bartow, Florida. She was born on June 4, 1941, in Hampton, Iowa, to Howard and Bernice (Bird) Emhoff. Norma was a stay-at-home mother during the early years of her marriage and returned to work once her children were older. Throughout the...
John H. Moon
Aug 18, 2026
John H. Moon of Highland City, passed away peacefully in his home on August 18, 2026, with Marty, Megan, and Jane by his side. He was born in Blackwell, OK on September 26, 1937. John was just shy of his 89th birthday. He graduated High School in Marland, OK married his high-school sweetheart, joined the Airforce, and had 2 children....
Marie Starling
Aug 18, 2026
Bartow - Marie Starling, age 98, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026. She was born June 6, 1928, in Coffee County, AL to Cletus & Lossie Quiller. Marie was a Homemaker. She was a member of Blessed Assurance Temple in Bartow. She was preceded in death by her husband Rueben Starling, son Larry Starling. Marie is survived by her two...
Linda Ruth Benet Hathcock
Aug 16, 2026
Linda Ruth Benet Hathcock (née Hawkins, formerly Linda Barletta), born August 18, 1964, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026.
She was known for her upbeat sense of humor, delicious recipes, spooky ghost stories, and amazing capacity for loving her family and friends. Linda enjoyed helping people look their best by giving them skillful haircuts and styles. She was...
Lessie Lois Vogler
Aug 15, 2026
Lessie Lois Vogler, age 96, was born to Andrew & Hattie Evans on July 20, 1930, in Eastman, Georgia and went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2026, in Lakeland, FL.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill F. Vogler; her daughter, Deborah Harris; and her four brothers; Maxo Evans, Robert Evans, Wilma Sanders, and...
Bruce Allen McLin
Aug 12, 2026
Eagle Lake - Bruce Allen McLin, age 67, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026. He was born July 14, 1959, in Winter Haven, FL to Billy "Rex" & Annie "Boots" McLin. Bruce was an Independent Truck Driver. He was a member of Winter Haven Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Bruce is survived by his two...
Sally Anne (Knight) Seabury
Aug 12, 2026
Sally Anne (Knight) Seabury, 95 of Iowa City, Iowa, died peacefully after a brief illness Wednesday afternoon, August 12, with her family beside her. Sally was born December 6, 1930, in Bartow, Florida. She graduated from Salem College in North Carolina in 1952. She lived in Houston, Texas for most of the next 25 years before returning to her native...
Philip Antone Rehberg
Aug 12, 2026
Bartow - Philip Antone Rehberg, age 77, passed away at his home Wednesday, August 12, 2026. He was born June 25, 1949, in Lakeland, FL to Dr. Louis Antone & Virginia Rehberg. He graduated from Lakeland High School and attended Polk Community College. Philip was a Veteran, having served in the US Navy. He was a retired Supervisor for GTE....
Shasta Ramirez
Aug 8, 2026
Shasta Ramirez, age 44, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026. She was born on December 19, 1981, in Winter Haven, FL. Shasta was a Homemaker and a member of Haven Worship Center. Shasta is survived by her husband Jose Ramirez, mother Tricia Davis (Sherry Long), father Jesse Hunt (Lisa), her children Makynlee Moody, Karson Moody, Legend Ramirez, Meadow Ramirez and...
Terry E. Harris
Aug 7, 2026
Terry E. Harris, age 77, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026. He was born on December 27, 1948, in Anna, IL to Harold & Mary Harris. Terry owned and operated Eddy’s Restaurant in Manteno, IL for many years, before moving to Florida where he was a Plant Manager in the Citrus Industry. He was of the Presbyterian faith. Terry is...
Mary J. Schneider
Aug 7, 2026
Lakeland - Mary Jane Schneider (nee Gunther), age 76, passed away on August 7, 2026, at her residence in Lakeland. She was born on February 23, 1950, in Holcomb, MO. She retired as an administrative assistant in the public education system. She enjoyed genealogy, traveling, and being involved in children's ministry at church. She was preceded in death by her...
Frank H. Vaughn
Aug 6, 2026
Wauchula - Frank H. Vaughn, age 83, passed away on August 6, 2026, at Vivo Healthcare Wauchula. He was born on November 5, 1942, in Sturgeon Bay, WI. He was a Mine Foreman for I.M.C.. He enjoyed hunting ,mullet fishing, camping, and spending time with family & friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn Vaughn, sons Denny...
Melvin Pearson
Aug 3, 2026
Mulberry- Melvin Pearson went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2026. He was born on January 15, 1940, in Avon Park, Florida. He retired from the Board of County Commissioners, Polk County as a Supervisor for Road Maintenance. He was an active member of First Baptist Church of Mulberry. He is preceded in death by his parents...
