Obituaries

Marlen Ann Hurles

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 hu

Matthew James Albright

October 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 kn

Virginia Chapman

October 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 had

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Randy William Roth

October 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, bot

Marcus "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, Flor

Marcelene R. Roberson

October 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 of

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Allen Franklyn Dudas

October 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,

Linda Paulette Moffitt

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, gr

William Marsh

September 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.

Wendel Earl Gray

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, W

Nina Balikowsky

September 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 Oc

John Edwain Cowart

September 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 fro

Vivian R Spray

September 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 commitm

Alton Ray Golden Jr

September 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, an

Sarah Turner

September 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 g

Linda J Merritt

September 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 brother

Jane Troxler

September 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 Rut

Alexander McIlwain

September 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 United

Allen-Micheal Ott

August 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-Michea

Bernadette Geerhart Donato

August 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 her

James Scheil

August 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 all

Susan (Sue) Strain Hoyt

August 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 Macroglobulinemia

Rodney Coy Jamison

August 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 fr

Steven Brinkman

August 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 bro

Glenn Halkey Mackal

July 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