February 14, 2024
Janet Graham was born on Dec. 7, 1942 in Detroit, MI, she passed away on February 13, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Janet loved to bake; she also loved quilting. She was a Sunday School t
February 13, 2024
William Kenneth Reeves was born on December 3, 1939 in Slocomb, Alabama to parents Arthur and Willie Mae Reeves. He was promoted to heaven on February 10, 2024 with his bride, Rachel by his side. Kenneth graduated from Rehobeth High School in Doth
February 12, 2024
Lee Ann passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 8, 2024, with her loving husband, son and family by her side. Lee Ann is survived by her husband of 33 years, Steve Garvie, and her son Richard Sumner Garvie, and stepchildren Justin Garvie and
February 6, 2024
Ralph David Lindsey, Age 63, passed away on February 3, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. He was born on June, 261960, in Leland, MA to James and Norma Lindsey. Ralph is survived by loving wife, Sheila, who passed away the next day; son, Jimmy Lindsey and a lov
February 6, 2024
Nancy L Mathis passed away on January 25, 2024, in Frostproof, Fl. She was born on January 15, 1940, to Allen and Rosalie Geibel in Harrisburg, PA. Her pride and joy were her family, but also loved being a school bus driver. She was happily married t
February 6, 2024
Sheila Diane Lindsey, Age 58, passed away on February 4, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. She was born on February 16, 1965, in Plant City, FL to LD and Willie Fay Green. Sheila is preceded in death by her husband Ralph Lindsey by one day; loving sister Linda
February 5, 2024
Sharon E. Johnson, age 75, passed away on February 4, 2024, in Lakeland, Florida, she was born on May 29, 1948, in Bristol, TN to Herbert and Betty Vaught. Sharon gave her life to the Lord and loved spreading his word. She served as the Director of W
February 5, 2024
Michael Joseph Maguire, age 72, passed away on January 25, 2024, in Lakeland, Florida. He was born on June 8, 1951, in Chicago, IL to James and Lillian Maguire. Michael lived in Northern Illinois for 68 years before moving to Lakeland, Florida in 202
February 1, 2024
Ramona Rhodes (Cintron) passed away on January 27, 2024, at the age of 83 in Lakeland, FL. She was born on January 30, 1940, in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Ramona was a beloved elementary school teacher and was honored as Teacher of the Year on two occasions
February 1, 2024
Gordie Luvencia Cribb, Age 80, passed away on January 27, 2024, in Lakeland, Florida. She was born on February 23, 1943, in Riverview, FL to James and Cloardiues Welch. She graduated from Mulberry High School and lived in Polk County most of her life
January 31, 2024
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, Florid
January 31, 2024
Tony Lee Rabon, born March 2, 1957, went to see Jesus on Jan. 27, 2024, he lived a long, full life and loved his family and friends. Tony was born with cerebral palsy. Nothing stopped him from having a rich, love filled life. He was a high school
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, where
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January 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 the
January 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 surviv
January 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 musi
December 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. Agn
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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 espec
December 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! She
December 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, she
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December 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 wa
November 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. Vick
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November 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 family
November 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 him