Obituaries

Allan Darrell Danforth

January 6, 2025

Allan Darrell Danforth, 79, of Auburndale, FL, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025. Born on January 15, 1945, in Loraine, OH, to Loran and Ruth Danforth. For 42 years, Allan dedicated himself to his appliance service business, building a strong

Altagracia Elvira Zaiter Pichardo

January 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Altagracia Elvira Zaiter Pichardo (Mami) It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Altagracia Elvira Zaiter Pichardo, who departed this world on December 30, 2024, surrounded by love and family. Born on March

Patricia Ann Taylor

January 2, 2025

Patricia Ann Taylor, Age 68, passed away on December 30, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. She was born on June 17, 1956, in Decatur, IL.  She was a loving wife to Mark Taylor and the most amazing mother to Brandon Taylor.  At the end of the day with all her

Ann Marie Wildoner

January 2, 2025

Ann Marie Wildoner passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024. She was a beloved wife to her late husband, Fred, and a cherished mother to her late son, young Fred. Ann leaves behind her daughter, Maureen (Mike) Lomaka, her adopted family, Melody &

Kenneth David Swartz

December 26, 2024

Kenneth David Swartz, Age 45, passed away on December 23, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. He was a Native Floridian having been born on June 20, 1979, in Lakeland to Emory and Sherrill Swartz. He was a child of God first and foremost and loved spreading the w

John Charles Gaglione

December 26, 2024

John Charles Gaglione, Age 60, passed away on December 23, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. He was born on October 21, 1964, in Brooklyn, NY to John and Anita Gaglione. John was a “rekkid man” and loved to collect vinyl records and a HUGE Beatles fan and l

Loretta Sue Rennon

December 24, 2024

Loretta Sue Rennon, Age 75, passed away on December 23, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. She was born on August 30, 1949, in Logan, WV to David and Gloria Harris. She is preceded in death by her mom, dad, sister, brothers and daughter, Linda. She is survived b

Janet W Tetlow

December 24, 2024

Janet W Tetlow, Age 72, passed away on 12/17/2024 in Lakeland, FL. She was born on 1/23/1952 in Ogden, UT to Theo and Shirley Wayment.   Janet met her future husband, Mark, at a softball game while he was stationed in Utah during his service with t

Shirley Jean Gibbons

December 17, 2024

Shirley Jean Gibbons, 64, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on December 15, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 18, 1960, in Bartow, Florida, Shirley

Barbara Ann Lester

December 13, 2024

Barbara Ann Lester, Age 63, passed away on December 11, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. Barbara was born on September 3, 1961, in Scranton, PA. She was married to Daniel Lester for 29 years before his passing 3 years ago. Barbara took pride in being a wife, m

David C Spry III

December 13, 2024

David C. Spry III, left us at age 34 on December 9, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida. He was born on July 26, 1990, in Lockport, New York.  He was a tattoo artist in Lakeland, Winter Haven, and in Port Charlotte. David loved being around his family friends

Glenn Coston Brunson

December 10, 2024

Glenn Coston Brunson passed away on December 9, 2024, in Lake Wales at the age of 68. He was born on July 28th, 1956, in Lake City, FL to Mac Coston Brunson and his mother Lou Brunson. He graduated from Lakeland High School in 1975. Glenn loved his f

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David E Kinstetter

December 3, 2024

It is with bittersweet emotion that we announce the homegoing of David Edward Kinstetter, 69, who passed away from his earthly home Wednesday, November 6, 2024. David was born the fifth of nine children to the late Elmer Joseph and Lorraine Marie (Zi

Samuel Trent Standridge

December 2, 2024

Samuel Trent Standridge, age 68, left this world peacefully on the morning of November 22, 2024, in the privacy of his own home.  Samuel Trent Standridge was born on June 20th, 1956, in Polk County, Florida, the son of Wally Johnny Standridge and Il

Mary Elizabeth Mullen

November 19, 2024

Mary Elizabeth (Mary Beth) Mullen, Age 84, passed away on November 12, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. Mary Beth was born on October 8, 1940, in Yonkers, NY to Edward and Mary Doyle. Mary Beth and her sister, Patsy, lived together for most of their adult live

Lisa Marie Prescott

November 19, 2024

Lisa Marie Prescott lived an extraordinary life, and passed November 15th, 2024. Born in Orlando, Florida to Chad and Crystal Barrett on March 7th, 1967, Lisa went on to meet her lifelong partner Jerry while earning her Bachelor’s degree at Florida

Alberto Bustamante

November 13, 2024

Alberto Bustamante, age 29, passed away in Panama City, Florida on November 10, 2024. He was born in Lakeland, Fl on September 29, 1995 to Adolfo Bustamante and Maria Frutis. He is survived by both of his parents, 4 siblings and many nieces and nephe

Kenneth "Kenny" C Ryan

November 11, 2024

Kenneth C. Ryan, Age 62, passed away on 11/9/2024 in Lakeland, FL. He was born on 11/6/1962 in Lakeland, FL to Joan Chamberlain. Kenny was a hardworking man with good work ethic that is not seen any more and stubborn to a fault.  He loved taking car

Loretta Sparks

November 5, 2024

Loretta J. Sparks, Age 86 Loretta Sparks passed away surrounded by her family on November 3, 2024, in Lakeland, Florida. She was born on March 31, 1938, in Akron, Ohio. Loretta was a devoted homemaker, known for her exceptional cooking and baking.

Calvin L Beavers

November 5, 2024

Calvin L. Beavers was born on May 6, 1969, in Lakeland Florida passed away on November 3, 2024. He survived by his  loving wife, Desiree, two daughters, Destiny and Kayla and four grandchildren, Tristian, Elijah, Makayla and Jaylynn. Calvin le

Barbara Boyett

October 30, 2024

Barbara Boyett passed away Monday, October 28, 2024 in Lakeland, Florida from a recent illness.  she was born in Liverpool, England and Barbara had resided here since 1992. She will be missed by family and friends. A memorial / remembrance service

Kyle Lorn O'Neal

October 18, 2024

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce Kyle O’Neal, born on February 25, 1977, took his final bow on October 8, 2024. A vibrant and playful spirit, Kyle left behind a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. His personality

Diane Bernice LeBelle

October 17, 2024

Diane Bernice LeBelle, Age 68, passed away on October 8, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. Diane was born on November 10, 1955, in Nashua, NH to Leo and Edith LeBlanc. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Edith LeBlanc, son, Justin O’Farrell and h

Donna Lynn Shareef

October 15, 2024

Our cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Donna Lynn Shareef, peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on October 6, 2024, in Lakeland, FL, surrounded by her loving family after a long, courageous battle with declining hea

Angelyn Brannen Cowart

October 7, 2024

Angelyn Brannen Cowart, 86, of Lakeland, peacefully passed away on October 5, 2024. Angie, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, touched the lives of all who knew her with her grace, strength, and enduring l