Veteran
March 24, 2025
Michael A. Santner, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. He was 66 years old. Born in Dayton, Ohio, on December 5, 1958, to William and Ruth Santner, Mike’s life was marked
March 24, 2025
Debra L Dodd, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on October 22, 1953, and passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025. Debra lived a life dedicated to her family and her home. She found joy in the simple things, finding solace and
March 24, 2025
Iantha Tucker Daniels, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on March 20th, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on February 4th, 1946, in Ocilla, Georgia, Iantha’s life was marke
March 21, 2025
Arthur George Hooper, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in Wilmington, Delaware on October 13, 1942, to William Hooper and May Waddington, Arthur lived a life marked
March 19, 2025
Charles Brent Meeks, a beloved barber and cherished member of the Polk County community, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, at the age of 72. Born July 5, 1952, in Lakeland, Florida, to James White Meeks, Sr. and Anita Taylor Meeks, Charles
March 12, 2025
Ada Frances Walker (née McCallister), a beloved mother, grandmother, and devout Christian, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. She was 85 years old. Born on August 18, 1939, in Nitro, West Virginia, to George and Ada
March 12, 2025
Ilona Lobanov (née Simon), a gifted musician and accomplished legal consultant, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. She was 76. Born on June 7, 1948, in Lithuania to Samuel and Rita Simon, Ilona’s life was a testament
March 11, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Maria Luman, a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, who left this world on March 6, 2025. Born on December 13, 1963, Maria was a source of love and laughter. Maria was the cherished daughter of Carmen V
March 11, 2025
Michele Vassallo (née Martinelli), a loving and generous soul, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. She was 66 years old. Born in Miami, Florida, on October 12, 1958, to Michael and Eleanor Martinelli, Michele lived
March 7, 2025
Frank Eugene Pepitone Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, in Tampa, Florida, at the age of 69. Born November 1, 1955, in Vineland, New Jersey, to Frank and Irene Pepitone, he moved to Tampa at the
March 7, 2025
Oscar D. Rednour, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. He was 68 years old. Born in London, Kentucky, on July 13, 1956, to Ralph and Sarah Rednour, Oscar wa
March 6, 2025
Janet Z. Pultz, 76, passed away March 3, 2025, at home in Lakeland, Florida. She was born in Auburn, New York on September 15, 1949, to Paul & Betty (Lumb) Zibbon. She moved to Lakeland, Florida 35 years ago. In her younger years she was raised o
March 3, 2025
Michele Vassallo, Age 66, passed away on February 28, 2025 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center in Lakeland, FL. Michele was born on October 12, 1958 in Miami, FL. Michele is survived by her husband, Kenneth Roger McIntyre, and her daughter, Mary Elle
February 27, 2025
Wanda Rozell Thompson, 68 years old, lost her four-year battle with lung cancer on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, surrounded by her family in Lakeland, Florida. Wanda was born in Plant City, Florida on February 5, 1957. Upon completing high school, Wa
Mercedes Josefina Villanueva de Nuñez de Caceres
February 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Mercedes Josefina (“Nena”) Villanueva de Nuñez de Caceres on February 13, 2025 in Lakeland, Florida. She was 88 years old and was preceded in death by her loving h
February 19, 2025
Lisa was born on 12/22/1967. Lisa loved the beach and spending time with her friends and family. She will be remembered for her kindness, humor, and love for family. Lisa is survived by Alan Hoeppner, her three daughters Ashely, Amanda, Alicia, her
February 17, 2025
Our dear mother Annamma Philip (Thankamma) was born in Kumbazha in the state of Kerala, India on August 19th, 1933. She was born to K.P Varghese and Annamma Varghese and belongs to the family of Plavelil Ayrookuzhiyil. She was the 3rd child in a fami
February 16, 2025
Esther Bradford, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025 in Sanford, FL. Born in Waterloo, Iowa, Esther's life was a testament to faith, family, and service. At the young age of eight, she accept
February 14, 2025
James David Gay, lovingly known as “David” or “Papa’s Kettle Corn,” passed away peacefully at home in Zolfo Springs, Florida on February 11, 2025, at the age of 73. Born September 18, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, to JoAnn and H. K. Gay, Davi
February 10, 2025
Nancy Jane Yoder May 20, 1936 – February 8, 2025 The world just got a little quieter, a little less adventurous, and a whole lot less fun with the passing of Nancy Jane Yoder. But if you listen closely, you can still hear the shuffle of playing c
February 7, 2025
Domingo "Meni" E. Martinez, a beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. He was 63 years young. Born on September 13, 1961, in Italy to Jose and Yolanda Martinez, Meni brought joy and a childli
Veteran
February 6, 2025
Kenneth Edward Novak, a loving husband, dedicated veteran, and cherished uncle, friend passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 76. Born on July 4, 1948, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to John and Helen Novak.
February 5, 2025
Carolyn Elaine Hambrick, Age 68, passed away on January 15, 2025, in Lakeland, FL. She was born on March 25, 1956, in Macon, GA to Albert and Juanita Thomas. She retired from Geico as a Regional Liability Administrator after working there for over 40
February 3, 2025
Guadalupe Martinez Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, and son, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. He was 56 years old. Born on August 26, 1968, in Brownsville, Texas, Guadalupe spent his later years enriching the l
January 31, 2025
Carol Ann Reynolds, a beloved wife, step-mother, and educator, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 80. Born January 12, 1945, in Albany, New York, to Margaret Morrison and George Vunck, Carol met life's c