February 25, 2026
With heavy hearts but profound gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Anna Maria Lenamon, who left us peacefully on February 23, 2026, at the age of 81. Anna was born on December 3, 1944, in the bustling city of Manhattan, NY, to
February 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Phil Petty, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, fiancé, and friend, who departed this world on February 23, 2026, at the age of 67. Phil was born on March 20,
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February 16, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lofton Deal, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world peacefully on February 14, 2026, at the age of 84. Lofton's journey began on February 5, 1942, in the cha
February 13, 2026
Charles Lee "Charlee" Bass, age 55, peacefully entered eternity with his Heavenly Father on February 9, 2026, with his loving wife by his side. Born June 20, 1970, in Lakeland, Florida, to Robert "Bobby" Augustus Bass and Carolyn "Laverne" (McNeal) B
February 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debra Ann Strickland, age 64, who left us peacefully on January 31, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on May 6, 1961, in Bartow, Florida, Debra brought joy and love to everyone she encountered th
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February 2, 2026
William Thomas Hogan, a cherished father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on March 9, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, William was the beloved son of William and Geraldine Hogan. He grew up in a lovi
January 28, 2026
Richard S. Newmans Jr passed away on January 21, 2026 in Lakeland, Florida. He was born on February 26, 1957 in Bartow, Florida to Richard and Ermie Newmans. Richard is survived by a loving family. He will be laid to rest with a graveside service on
January 27, 2026
Gloria Jean Thomason, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, in Bartow, Florida. Born on March 10, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri, Gloria lived a life rich with love, compassion, and dedication to her family a
January 26, 2026
Lois C. Murphy, age 92 of Lakeland, FL died at Lakeland Regional Health on January 23, 2026. Lois was born to Fay & Anice (Roebuck) Scott at Belle Center, Ohio on December 2, 1933. She married Charles (Chuck) Murphy on August 14, 1951, and has on
January 26, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Caldwell, a beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, who departed this world on January 23, 2026, at the age of 74. Douglas was born on July 1, 1
January 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robin Elise VanHook, who departed this world on January 19, 2026, in her beloved Clearwater, Florida, where she was born and raised. Robin's life spanned 61 beautiful years, marked by love, comp
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. She
January 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, pa
January 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 starting
January 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 1961
January 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 t
January 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. Her
January 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 Tennesse
December 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: Eric
December 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 Englis
December 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 Laburn
December 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, FL
December 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 atte
December 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 Woo