Obituaries

Edward Osgood

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

Donna Faye Cobb

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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Robert L Sardo

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

James "Chris" Newman

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

Kari Lyn Carpenter

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

Natividad Migdalia Yanes Hidalgo

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

Derrick A Robinson

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

Richard A Minervini

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

Doris A Morphet

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,

Richard A Clinton

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

Kevin Earl Davis

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

John Alan Hardin

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

Daphne Elaine Cortez

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

Patricia Rymer

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

Patricia "Pat" A Poole

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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Dale Z Wyrosdick

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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John McCabe

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

Bonnie D Perry

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

David M Leahy

March 28, 2025

David Leahy, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida, at the age of 72.  Born July 15, 1952, in St. Albans, Vermont, to the late Dr. Paul and Margery (Loftis) Leahy, David li

Rebecca Beesley

March 27, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Rounsaville Beesley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, at the age of 83.  Born June 30, 1941, in Hattiesburg, MS to Paul and Joyce Rounsaville, Becky lived a life filled wi

Arthur George Hooper

March 26, 2025

Arthur George Hooper, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, at the age of 82.  Born in Wilmington, Delaware on October 13, 1942, to William Hooper and May Waddington, Arthur lived a life marked

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Michael Anton Santner

March 24, 2025

Michael A. Santner, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida.  He was 66 years old. Born in Dayton, Ohio, on December 5, 1958, to William and Ruth Santner, Mike’s life was marked

Debra L. Dodd

March 24, 2025

Debra L Dodd, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on October 22, 1953, and passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025. Debra lived a life dedicated to her family and her home.  She found joy in the simple things, finding solace and

Iantha Tucker Daniels

March 24, 2025

Iantha Tucker Daniels, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on March 20th, 2025, in Lakeland, Florida. Born on February 4th, 1946, in Ocilla, Georgia, Iantha’s life was marke

Charles Brent Meeks

March 19, 2025

Charles Brent Meeks, a beloved barber and cherished member of the Polk County community, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, at the age of 72.  Born July 5, 1952, in Lakeland, Florida, to James White Meeks, Sr. and Anita Taylor Meeks, Charles