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...
Warren Patrick “Pat” Huff
Aug 2, 2026
Bartow - Warren Patrick “Pat” Huff, age 96, passed away on August 2, 2026, at AUS Senior Living in Bartow. He was born on April 15, 1930, in Orlando, FL. He graduated from Summerlin Institute where he was Senior Class President, a Boy’s State delegate, member of Key Club and football player for the Summerlin Yellow Jackets South Florida Conference...
Mary Loretta Hess
Jul 31, 2026
Lakeland - Mary Loretta Hess, age 73, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born November 3, 1952 in Mentor, OH to Herman & Mary Blum. Mary was a Transcriptionist for Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was a member of the Church of God. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Larry D. Hess and daughter Michelle Hess....
Phillip Joe Avery, Sr.
Jul 29, 2026
Phillip Joe Avery, Sr., 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. He was born on December 10, 1948, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Melba and J. W. Avery, Jr.
Phillip proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1976 before pursuing a career with Norfolk Southern Railroad for 11 years. In 1987, he answered...
Shelton Locklear
Jul 29, 2026
With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Shelton Locklear, 79, of Bartow, Florida. Shelton passed away peacefully at his home on July 29, 2026. Shelton was a devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was born in Lumberton, North Carolina on August 5, 1946, to Mazline & Hubert Locklear. He grew up working in...
William "Bill" Tisko, Jr.
Jul 29, 2026
William "Bill" Tisko, Jr. age 71, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He was born April 27, 1955, in St. Clairsville, OH to William & Ida Tisko, Sr. Bill was a Welder for Peace River Citrus in Bartow. He was a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Bartow. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Darren...
Wilma Roberson
Jul 27, 2026
Bartow - Wilma Roberson, age 87, passed away Monday, July 27, 2026. She was born June 19,1939 in Ringold, OK. She worked for IMC Phosphate and was the pastor at several churches during her lifetime. She was of the Protestant faith. Wilma is survived by her four sisters; Judy Bobbitt, Gloria Murphy, Ruby Hall, Liberty Hall, two brothers; Gene Roberson...
Eladio Sanchez
Jul 26, 2026
Eladio Sánchez fue un esposo amado, un padre dedicado, un abuelo orgulloso y un amigo para todos los que tuvieron la dicha de conocerlo.
Fue precedido en la muerte por sus padres, Víctor Sánchez y Daniela Cabeza, y por sus hermanos Cuca, Rafael y Tati Sánchez.
Le sobreviven su amada esposa de 65 años, Rosa Esther “Negrita” Sánchez; sus hijos, Eladio Jr....
Sergio Percy Naveda Mendoza
Jul 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sergio Percy Naveda Mendoza, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on July 24, 2026. Born on October 20, 1967, in Chimbote, Peru, Sergio was a beacon of warmth, kindness, and devotion to his family and community.
Sergio was the cherished son of the late Dora Mendoza...
Martha E. Baxley
Jul 23, 2026
Lake Wales - Martha E. Baxley, age 74, passed away on July 23, 2026, at Advent Health Lake Wales. She was born on June 12, 1952, in Owosso, MI. She was a Homemaker. She enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, doing arts & crafts and shopping. She was preceded in death by her parents Alvin and Virginia Ordiway, daughter April Baxley, grandson...
Charles David McVay
Jul 23, 2026
Charles David McVay, aged 89, passed away July 23, 2026, at the Dr Jay Weil Center for Hospice Care in New Port Richey, FL. Charles was born in Blakely, Georgia on May 6, 1937. He grew up in and around Colquitt, GA where is family were share croppers. At the age of 16 he moved to Bartow, FL where is...
Elmer Galarza-Diaz
Jul 19, 2026
Con profundo dolor, pero con gratitud por la vida que compartió con nosotros, despedimos a Elmer Galarza Díaz, un hombre ejemplar cuya paciencia, amor y dedicación dejaron una huella imborrable en todos los que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo.
Elmer fue precedido en la muerte por sus padres, Mercedes Díaz Gómez y Fernando Galarza.
Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Elba Raquel Galarza,...
William Lloyd Girtman
Jul 19, 2026
William Lloyd Girtman
October 12, 1943 – July 19, 2026
William “Bill” Lloyd Girtman, age 82, passed away on July 19, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1943, and was a lifelong resident of Polk County, Florida.
Bill Girtman attended The Citadel in South Carolina (1961-65) and served in the Army National Guard of Florida (1965-71). He worked in finance for the...
Fred Egli, Jr.
Jul 17, 2026
Bartow - Fred Egli, Jr., age 90, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026. He was born April 12,1936 in Tipp City, OH to Fred & Anna Egli, Sr. Fred was a Veteran in the US Army. He was a Personnel Payroll Coordinator for the Polk County Clerk of Courts. Fred was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bartow,...
