June 17, 2025
Richard Cowl, a loving husband, dad, papa, poppy, brother, and friend, passed away surrounded by his family. Richard was the loving husband of April Cowl and a wonderful dad to Richard “Ricky” Cowl Jr. (and grandchildren Jayden and Makayla
June 16, 2025
Rebecca Rosalie “Rose” Vandiver, a beloved resident of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025. Born September 30, 1954, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Frank and Helen Wilt, Rose spent her formative years in Auburndale before m
June 16, 2025
Henry Howard Higgins, a beloved Lakeland native, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born in Lakeland on March 6, 1967, to Henry and Peggy Higgins, he spent his entire life enriching the community he called home. For 33
June 10, 2025
MaryLou “Boo” Garland, 91, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2025. Born on March 11, 1934, in Michigan, MaryLou was the daughter of Thelma and Donald Burkhart. She graduated from Saline High School in 1951 and went
June 6, 2025
June 3, 2025
Karen Rose Hampton, born in 1961 in Binghamton, NY, to Jesse and Molly VanOven, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Karen was a devoted mother, partner, sister, and friend. She is survived by her life partner, Jack Tucker; two daughte
May 29, 2025
Jimmy Norris Brooks, a beloved husband, father, and craftsman, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. He was 84 years young. Born in Pelham, Georgia, on September 27, 1940, to James and Eleanor Brooks, Jimmy lived a life mar
May 28, 2025
Edward "Ed" J. Osgood, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2025, in Largo, Florida. He was 58 years old. Born in Baltimore, Maryland on August 16, 1966, Ed lived a life filled with passion and a zes
May 27, 2025
Donna Faye Cobb, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, surrounded by her loving family. Born Donna Faye Roberts on March 13, 1941, in Ft. Meade, Florida, to Gladys Robert
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May 19, 2025
Robert "Bob" Louis Sardo was born September 1, 1947, to the late Louis and Luigina (DeDominick) Sardo in Watkins Glen, NY. Bob grew up as a “Navy Brat” moving up and down the east coast with time spent in Key West, FL, Charleston SC, Hammond, IN
May 16, 2025
James "Chris" Newman, a beloved son, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, in Mulberry, Florida. He was 45 years old. Born on March 22, 1980, in Lakeland, Florida, to Jim and Linda Newman, Chris spent his life embracing the beaut
May 12, 2025
Kari Lyn Carpenter, a loving mother, cherished daughter, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. She was 30 years young. Born in Syracuse, New York, on May 2, 1995, Kari brought joy and light into the world
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May 9, 2025
Natividad Migdalia Yanes Hidalgo, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 92. Born in Cuba on December 25, 1932, to Manuel Yanes and Isabel Hidalgo, Migdalia l
May 5, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Derrick Alvin Robinson, who left this world on April 28, 2025, at the age of 61. Derrick was a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, whose vibrant spirit and unwaveri
May 5, 2025
Richard A. Minervini, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Lakeland, Florida on April 21, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 1943, to Roger and Helen Minervini, Richard lived a life marked
April 28, 2025
Doris Amanda Morphet, age 71, of Auburndale, FL, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, April 25, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 18, 1953, Doris lived a life marked by faith, strength,
April 28, 2025
Richard A. Clinton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, in Dade City, Florida, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 64 years old. Born in Dade City on February 17, 1961, to Harvey
April 23, 2025
Kevin Earl Davis Born April 8, 1964 – Passed April 13, 2025 Kevin Earl Davis, 61, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on Palm Sunday, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, and unwavering love. A devoted husband, father, Papa, brother, and f
April 21, 2025
John Alan Hardin, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 65. Born on November 12, 1959, in Richmond, Virginia, to John and Joyce Hardin, John moved with his fa
April 21, 2025
Daphne Elaine Cortez was born on February 15, 1977 in Lenoir, NC. and passed away on April 14, 2025, in Lakeland, FL. Daphne was one of the most creative people you’d ever meet. You could always catch her cooking, crafting or yapping about her pro
April 10, 2025
Patricia Sue Rymer passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of April 9, 2025, at the age of 67. Born in Elmwood Park, IL, Patty’s life was a testament to her unwavering love for family and her vibrant spirit. She graduated from Bowli
April 7, 2025
Patricia Ann (Thompson) Poole, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. Born in Lakeland, Florida on June 13, 1948, to Leo and Vera (Beall) Thompson, Pat lived a life filled with love for her fa
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April 1, 2025
Dale Z. Wyrosdick, a devoted father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. He was 71 years old. Born October 13, 1953, in Michigan to Carl and Margaret Wyrosdick, Dale lived a life marked by service and fa
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March 31, 2025
John MCabe was born in Machias, Maine, the youngest son of Gordon and Carolyn (Leighton) McCabe. In 1937, his family (including his five siblings: Helene (Hawkins), Peggy (Boyajian), Buster, Jean (Hawksley), and Joan (Wallace) moved to Florida. When
March 31, 2025
Bonnie Deloris Perry (Johnson), a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and pharmacy technician, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. She was 74 years young. Born on February 9, 1951, in Camilla, Georgia, to Archie and Lois John