January 16, 2026
Jane Eskenazi, 84, of Lakeland FL died Dec 26, 2025 of natural causes after a brief stay at LRMC. Jane Eskenazi was born Nov 24, 1941 in Statesboro GA to Grace Eliza and William David. Unfortunately her father passed away when Jane was 6 years old.January 15, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ruth Helen Davis, who left this world on January 10, 2026, at the age of 61. Ruth was born on November 28, 1964, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, to the loving parents William and Katrina Heim. SheJanuary 12, 2026
Robert Nicholas “Nick” Ellison, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, entered into the presence of his Savior on January 4, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. While our hearts are aching, we rejoice knowing that Nick is now cancer-free, paJanuary 9, 2026
Brenda Joyce Kremer, age 75, was born in St Louis, MO. She passed away on January 9, 2026 in Lakeland, FL. She is survived by husband, son, 2 daughters, 2 sisters. Viewing will be on Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 from 4-5 with a funeral service startingJanuary 7, 2026
Hilda “Ita” Perez, 93, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, after nine years of living with a form of Alzheimer’s Disease. She was surrounded by love and faith in her final years. Born in Peru, Hilda moved to Lakeland, Florida, in 1961January 6, 2026
John Sheffield born November 21st 1981. “BeeGee” to his closest friend’s and family also Skorp to his online friends he’s been living on borrowed time for years. He battled liver disease, colon cancer, and almost pulled it off he fought tJanuary 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christy Lee Lever, a beloved wife, mother, nana, and friend, who left this world on December 22, 2025. Christy was born on December 25, 1961, in Tucson, Arizona, to Joe and Patricia Whalen. HerJanuary 2, 2026
James was born on November 22, 1968, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Catherine Newell and James McKinney Cooper Sr. He spent his early years moving with his father, James, mother Catherine and sisters Kimberli and Valeri from Florida to TennesseDecember 30, 2025
William Eugene Horde, 83, of Lakeland, Florida went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Mr. Horde was born on February 17, 1942 in Flint, Michigan. Mr. Horde is survived by his wife of 63 years, Phyllis Horde, four children: EricDecember 29, 2025
April Whitt, a beloved mother, grandmother, wife, teacher, and author, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 68. Born on January 28, 1957, in West Palm Beach, Florida. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in EnglisDecember 29, 2025
Bonnie E. Mayhew, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born on February 17, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan, to her loving parents, Alexander Moore and Catherine LaburnDecember 26, 2025
Sandra Faye (Kirkland) Sutton, 64 MEDULLA - Sandra Faye (Kirkland) Sutton, 64, passed away at sunrise in her home surrounded by family on December 24, 2025. Born in Lakeland, FL on September 6, 1961, Sandra was a lifelong resident of Medulla, FLDecember 19, 2025
Harold “Dugan” Wilder passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and just a little bit of tire smoke. Dugan was born on November 27, 1938, in Perrysburg, Ohio, and grew up in nearby Monclova. He atteDecember 17, 2025
Douglas Gerald Woolsey, a cherished husband, beloved uncle, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at the age of 89, in Lakeland, Florida. He was born on July 23, 1936, in Sayre, Pennsylvania, to Dr. G. Arthur and Eudora WooDecember 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Larry Mayhew, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on December 1, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on July 22, 1939, in Welch, West Virginia, Donald exempliDecember 15, 2025
John Lee Flanigan, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at the age of 90, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on September 19, 1935, in Warren, Ohio, John lived a life rich in love, adventure, and deDecember 8, 2025
Billy George Miller, a son, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, at the age of 77, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on October 19, 1948, in Samson, Alabama, Billy was the beloved son of James and Ruby Miller. He was a man defineDecember 3, 2025
Kamal “Kim” Punwani, of Lake Alfred, Florida, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and adventure. Mr. Punwani was born in Mumbai, India, and his life journey took him across the globe. He resided for many years inDecember 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth” Betty” Anne Williams, a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who made her final journey on December 2, 2025, at the age of 94. Betty was born on January 2, 1931, in WellsbuDecember 1, 2025
Freddie Mac Guthrie, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on July 9, 1950, in Bartow, Florida, Freddie was a lifelong resident of the Sunshine State, ultimately findinNovember 26, 2025
Phyllis Anne Carter, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 24, 1961, in Baltimore, Maryland, to John Carter and Jean Carter. PhyllNovember 24, 2025
Laurence Delbert Gower, a beloved husband, stepfather, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on May 24, 1948, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Laurence brought joy and laughter to all who knew him. He wasNovember 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rebecca Ann Baker, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this world on November 20, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on August 31, 1953, in Lakeland, Florida, RebeccaNovember 16, 2025
Michael Anthony Grady, Jr., age 55, entered his heavenly rest on November 13, 2025, one day after celebrating his 55th birthday. He was born on November 12, 1970, at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois, the beloved son of Michael Anthony Grady, Sr. (decNovember 12, 2025
Donna Marie Andrews, 80, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, in the comfort of her home surrounded by family. Born on May 20, 1945, in Rochester, New York, Donna was the beloved daughter of Joseph and Evelyn Shatzel.
