November 10, 2025
Johnny Stilwell, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, in his hometown of Lakeland, Florida. Born on October 26, 1945, Johnny was a lifelong resident of Lakeland, where he touched the lives of many wi
November 6, 2025
Anatoly Pavlovich Belan, a beloved father and cherished friend, passed away on November 3, 2025, in Winter Haven, Florida, at the age of 77. Born on February 15, 1948, in Russia, Anatoly was a man of remarkable talents, unfaltering spirit, and an inf
November 5, 2025
David Alan Woodham, AKA “Buck”, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, at age 73, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity. He was born on October 14, 1952, in Eustis, Florida, to Van Marlow Woodham and Betty Collier; he lea
November 4, 2025
Wendell Lee Harris, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in his hometown of Lakeland, Florida. Born on May 24, 1966, Wendell brought joy and laughter to all who knew him during his remarkable 59 years
November 3, 2025
Rory Lynn Tornga (“Nix”), 42, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on October 25, 2025. Born on December 13, 1982, in Bregenz, Austria, she was the beloved daughter of Debra (née Quake) Tornga and John Tornga, and grew up in Dune
October 29, 2025
LaBelle Richards Albritton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on October 9, 1943, in Provo, Utah, LaBelle was the cherished daughter of Louis and Jennie Richards. She wou
October 29, 2025
Clyde "Bill" Brown, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 83. Born on September 19, 1942, in Ft. Meade, Florida, Bill lived a life rich in love, laughter, a
October 24, 2025
Bruce Edward Goers, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 23, 1939, to Gus and Mabel Goers, Bruce grew up with a natural curiosity for how things worked—a trait that woul
October 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfred Matsko, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on October 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Alfred was born on March 19, 1939, in Ashland, Pennsylvania, to Alfr
October 20, 2025
Kenneth “Clem” Allen Leaver, 75, of Dover, Florida, formerly of Bismarck, Illinois, passed away at 9:30 a.m. on October 15, 2025 at Lakeland Regional Hospital, Florida. Born on February 23, 1950, Clem was the son of Merle and Florence Leaver. He
October 20, 2025
October 16, 2025
Dulcie Gloria Redguard, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on November 8, 1931, in Russells, St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, Dulcie lived a life rich in love, creativity, an
October 14, 2025
Kenneth Eugene Folsom, Age 75, passed away on October 11, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida He was born on October 9, 1950, in Lakeland to Charles and Mary Folsom. Kenneth enjoyed many of life’s simple pleasures such as fishing and the sound of his own gu
October 10, 2025
Carried in the arms of Jesus, Norma Lee Riley Taylor, 96, went to Heaven, October 1, 2025, to join her husband of nearly 76 years. Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Nan, and Aunt…Teacher, Principal, Friend, and Neighbor, Norma Taylor wore many hats i
October 10, 2025
ALLEN STUART MARSHALL, 80, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, October 1, 2025. Allen was born in Chicago, IL. He paved his way through his younger childhood being a young entrepreneur with working side h
October 8, 2025
Elizabeth “Arlene” Stapper, age 92, passed peacefully sleeping into arms of the Lord on October 7, 2025. Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, a true Southern Girl, loving & believing deeply in our Lord, Jesus Christ. She was born September
October 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Mary Trask, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, who departed from this world on October 6, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on May 8, 1958, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Linda was the cher
September 24, 2025
In Loving Memory of Deborah Sue Lovering April 3, 1956 – September 3, 2025 Most knew her by the name Susie, a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend who lived her entire life in Lakeland. She passed
September 24, 2025
On June 15, 2025, Douglas Bryant Boardman embarked on a final journey from his Lakeland, Florida home. His ship set sail gently and peacefully, as he left the tender care of his wife of 41 years, Bernadette (Konopka) Boardman. Doug was a k
September 17, 2025
Mary Ann Dunbar, a beloved mother, devoted wife, and cherished friend, passed away on August 28, 2025, at the age of 86 in Lakeland, Florida. Born on March 6, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, Mary was the daughter of Mary Ann Maloney. On December 31, 1954,
September 16, 2025
Cay Van De Voort, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025, at the age of 82 in Lakeland, Florida. Born in Columbus, Indiana, on May 23, 1943, she was the cherished daughter of L. Orden and Beulah Craig.
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September 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of James A. Wetmore June 6, 1936 – September 7, 2025 With heartfelt love and respect, the family of James A. Wetmore announces his peaceful passing on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at the age of 89 in Lakeland, Florida. Jim passed i
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September 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harold F. Burness, who left this world peacefully on September 8, 2025, at the age of 105. Harold was born on September 4, 1920, in Camden, New Jersey, to Harold and Bertha Burness. He lived a r
September 8, 2025
Janice Margery Austin, a beloved daughter, devoted friend, and a gentle spirit, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on December 15, 1947, in the quaint town of Malone, New York, Janice was the cherished daughter of
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September 8, 2025
Kenneth Daniel Morrow, a Florida native, was born on August 20, 1941, and passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025. He began his career as an insurance salesman before pursuing his passion for computer consulting. Kenneth had a lifelong interest in