January 30, 2024
Shawn Dineen Minnis (Shepard) passed away on January 27, 2024, in Lakeland, Florida with her loved ones by her side. She was born on September 14, 1956, in Phoenix, Arizona to Benjamin and Ruby Shepard. Shawn was a giving, kind, and beautiful person.January 30, 2024
Ann Kathleen Flynn, who died on January 27, 2024, was born in New York, NY on February 12, 1933. Moving to Lakeland in 1974, she became a realtor with Wanda Wilson Realty. In 1980, Ann joined her husband’s insurance agency in Fort Lauderdale, whereJanuary 25, 2024
William Richard Foti, age 89, joined his dog, Buddy on the rainbow bridge on January 23, 2024, while living in Lakeland, FL. He was born in Yonkers, NY to Sophia Jazwinski. William was in the US Air force for 3 years and then became a manager for theJanuary 4, 2024
Jeffery Franklin Bird, age 53, passed away on December 30, 2023 in Lakeland, Florida. He was born in 1970 in Tampa. Jeff was such a happy, go-lucky guy, who could always make you laugh. He is preceded in death by his mother, Emily Dix. Jeff is survivJanuary 4, 2024
Paul Waylin Gatlin was born on July 30, 1967 in Polk County where he resided during his lifetime. He departed us on December 18, 2023 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Lakeland. Paul loved his family and friends as well as his garden and musiDecember 27, 2023
Agnes Irene Lodwick Kilby (100) passed away at the Florida Presbyterian Homes on November 20, 2023. A memorial service will be held in the chapel at Florida Presbyterian Homes, 16 Lake Hunter Dr, Lakeland, FL 33803, on January 15th at 1:00 PM. AgnDerrick "Bones" Michael Hannah
December 20, 2023
Derrick M. Hannah, age 42, passed away on December 19, 2023 in Auburndale, Florida. He was born on July 13, 1981 in Winter Haven, Florida. He was an avid scuba driver and was taking Jiu-Jitsu. Derrick was a soft hearted man and loved his family especDecember 19, 2023
December 14, 2023 @ 4:01pm, Mom passed from this life into the presence of her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. While we mourn our loss we also rejoice in her salvation and knowing she is in heaven. She is healed and made whole! No more suffering! SheDecember 7, 2023
Susan Lynn Shemeld, Age 69, passed away on November 12, 2023, in Polk City, Florida. Susan was born on July 29, 1954, in West Alice, WI. Susan had two dogs that she adored Paladin and Milo, whom she took many dog parks. During the past few years, sheDecember 5, 2023
Charles (Chuck) E. Whatley was born in 1946 in Kissimmee, Florida to Cecil and Edna Whatley. He peacefully passed to the Lord November 27, 2023, at Good Shepherd Hospice House after a two-year devastating battle that he never let defeat him. He waNovember 27, 2023
Vickie Abernethy passed away on November 25, 2023, in Lakeland, Florida. She was born on December 8, 1946, in Lincolnton, NC. She loved her grandbabies and great grandbaby, and she was a nana/mama to everyone and always took them under her wing. VickNovember 20, 2023
Virgil Turner, age 82, passed away on November 15, 2023 in Temple Terrace, Florida. He was born on February 22, 1941 in Helena, Arkansas. His passion was being a freshwater fisherman. Most of all, Virgil was a devoted father and lived for his familyNovember 14, 2023
Edward Stephansen, age 60 passed away on October 29, 2023 at his home in Lakeland, Florida. He was born in MA on December 19, 1962. Edward always wanted to be on the beach, and some of the families’ fondest memories were being on the beach with himNovember 8, 2023
Cynthia Carlisle, age 33, passed away at Vistas Hospice in Lake Wales on November 7, 2023 from liver failure. She was born on May 8, 1990 in Bartow, Florida. Cynthia was a fun loving, free spirited and feisty girl. She was preceded in death by her PoOctober 31, 2023
Donna P Watson, Age 71, passed away on October 26, 2023, in Lakeland, FL. She was born on April 18, 1952, in Welch, WV to Harold and Cretis Payne. Donna wore many hats, she worked for the Department of Defense before she was married, and when her kOctober 10, 2023
On October 5th, this world lost a vibrate and spunky soul. Joanne passed away at the age of 64 with her beloved husband, Thomas, by her side. She was predeceased by her mother, Dorothy. She is survived by her husband, Thomas, and her best friend andOctober 4, 2023
Joyce Spivey Squier, Age 71, a lifelong resident of Lakeland passed away on October 3, 2023. She was born on April 7, 1952, in Lakeland. She loved to dance and going to yard sales and being around animals. Joyce loved her family more than anythingOctober 4, 2023
Steven C. Carr passed away on September 26, 2023, in Lakeland, FL. He was born on January 21, 1968, in Leesburg, Florida to Gwendolyn and Elijah Carr. He accepted Christ at a young age in Miami, FL. Steven was bigger than life! He was a director of POctober 2, 2023
Joyce Henson,95, was the last of five siblings born to Cornelius and Minnie Clark born on October 10, 1927, in Hobart, OK. She passed away on September 28, 2023, and after a long and loving filled life, we rest easy knowing she is now in her father�September 18, 2023
Jonnie Louise Dix Taylor Age 82 Jonnie passed away on September 14, 2023, in Polk City, FL with her daughters by her side. She was born in Winter Haven, Florida on November 22, 1940 to Jerry and Johnnie Dix. Jonnie was an amazing poet, mother, granSeptember 14, 2023
On September 13, 2023, Mary Louise (Mayo) Titus passed away at the age of 55. Mary died peacefully in her sleep at Highland Lakes Center under the care and support of Good Shepard Hospice. Mary was born in Hill County, Texas to Ralph Allen and EdnaSeptember 11, 2023
Beverly M Bebee passed away on September 8, 2023, in Lakeland, Florida. She was born in Arcade, New York on May 8, 1932, to Robert and Doreatha Grooms. She moved to Florida when she was 15 years old where she met and married Floyd Bebee in 1959. TogeSeptember 5, 2023
Irene Prewitt, 84, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on August 28, 2023. She was born on December 16, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Katherine Krumpack and Eldon Engel. Irene was a graduate of St. Clements High School, Class of 1957. After heSeptember 1, 2023
Shawn Harmon passed away on September 1, 2023, in Lakeland, FL. He was born to Kenneth and Marsha Harmon on December 25, 1967, in Burlington, Iowa. Shawn was a true outdoorsman; he loved to hunt and fish. He also was skilled with a bow and entered maAugust 31, 2023
Aaron Lee Lance, Age 58, passed away on August 28, 2023 in Lakeland, FL. He was born July 27, 1965 in Lakeland to Ronald and Shirley Lance. Aaron worked as a Polk County Sheriff office as a Deputy for 14 years. Some of his hobbies included his gard