October 22, 2026
Marlen Ann Hurles, born May 20, 1941, in Limo, Ohio, passed away on October 17, 2026. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who touched many lives with her kindness, warmth, and generosity. Marlen was preceded in death by her loving huOctober 21, 2026
Matthew James Albright, 47, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. He was a devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend whose life was filled with music, laughter, family, and an extraordinary love for his children. To know Matt was to knOctober 20, 2026
Virginia Chapman, born September 30, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on October 19, 2026, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Virginia was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished family member who hadOctober 20, 2026
Randy William Roth, a devoted family man, proud veteran, and vibrant community member, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on December 10, 1944, in Rochester, NY, Randy was the beloved son of William and Melba Roth, botMarcus "Mark" Writ McCormick Jr
October 19, 2026
It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of Marcus (Mark) Wirt McCormick Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Mark departed this life on January 24, 2024, in Lakeland, FlorOctober 15, 2026
Marcelene Rose Roberson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on January 3, 1959, in the quaint town of Manistee, Michigan, Marcelene was the cherished daughter ofOctober 14, 2026
Allen Franklyn Dudas, a devoted family man, beloved friend, and community servant, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, leaving a legacy of love and laughter that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on October 25, 1947,October 5, 2026
Linda Paulette Moffitt, age 76, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and friends in Lakeland, Florida. Linda was born on March 8, 1950, in Watervliet, Michigan. She was a loving mother, cherished grandmother, grSeptember 30, 2026
William Marsh was born on December 19, 1972 in Florida. He passed away on September 25, 2026 in Lake Wales, Florida. He is survived by his brother Harry Schwarz and sister, Ashley Marsh.September 25, 2026
Wendell Earl Gray, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and craftsmanship. Born on February 20, 1954, in the quaint town of Glasgow, Kentucky, WSeptember 25, 2026
It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Nina Balikowsky, a cherished mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. Nina peacefully departed this world on September 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and joy. Born on OcSeptember 24, 2026
John Edwin Cowart entered this world on June 16, 1956, born to John Quentin Cowart and Edwina Cowart (nee) Blackwood. Sadly, he departed on August 6, 2026. John grew up in Haines City, Florida and attended Haines City High School. He graduated froSeptember 21, 2026
Vivian R Spray, a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, steadfast friend, and dedicated Christian, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026. Born on April 27, 1932, in Ft Meade, Florida, Vivian lived a life filled with love, faith, and a commitmSeptember 21, 2026
Alton R. Golden Jr was born on October 24, 1968 in Clearwater, Florida to Ray and Jeannie Golden. He passed away on December 18, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. Alton served in the US Navy during Desert Storm on the USS Saratoga. Alton love to fish, golf, anSeptember 21, 2026
Sarah Turner, a cherished and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 7, 1935, in Beatrice, Nebraska, Sarah was the daughter of Karl and Phyllis Oeltjen. She gSeptember 17, 2026
Linda J. Merritt, age 77, born on June 13, 1948, in Moundsville, WV and died on June 3, 2026, in Lakeland, Fl. She was the daughter of the late Lawrence Crow Sr and Violet Perry Crow. She is preceded in death by her sister, Patty Rosario and brotherSeptember 8, 2026
Jane Troxler, a beacon of light and love, departed this world on September 4, 2026, at her home after a courageous journey through the challenges of Alzheimer's. Born on October 4, 1949, in the coastal city of Corpus Christi, Texas, to David and RutSeptember 1, 2026
Alexander Wallace McIlwain, 80, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born June 3, 1946, in Evanston, Illinois, he graduated from Tampa University, proudly served six years in the UnitedAugust 28, 2026
Allen-Micheal Ott September 19, 1989 – August 25, 2026 Allen-Micheal Ott, 36, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and precision. Born on September 19, 1989, Allen-MicheaAugust 14, 2026
Bernadette Geerhart Donato, born May 8, 1937, in Paterson, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at her home in Valrico, Florida, on August 3, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Donato; her newborn son, Robert Koehler; and herAugust 11, 2026
James Edward Scheil ("Jim"), 81, of Lakeland, Florida passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on March 29, 1945, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Jim lived a life marked by kindness, faith and friendship. Jim was a friend to allAugust 10, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Susan (Sue) Hoyt Strain, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who left us on July 15, 2026. Sue passed away peacefully in her sleep after a courageous battle with Waldenström MacroglobulinemiaAugust 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rodney Coy Jamison, beloved husband, father, teacher, coach and friend. Born in Weston, WV on March 10, 1945, Rodney lived a life dedicated to education, sports, and family. He graduated frAugust 7, 2026
Steven Brinkman, a cherished father and beloved friend, passed away on August 5, 2026, at the age of 58. Born on September 1, 1967, in Hollywood, Florida, Steven was the son of John and Gertrude Brinkman. He was predeceased by his parents and his broJuly 31, 2026
Glenn Halkey Mackal entered eternal life on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. His spirit is carried on by his three children, six grandchildren, one sibling, and an extended family of relations and friends from every walk of life. Glenn embraced life more fu