Oct 29, 2025

Delores Ann Respress, age 75, a lifelong resident of Avon Park, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. She was born on April 9, 1950, in Avon Park, to her loving parents, Thomas and Josephine (Ward) Reynolds. She was a woman of strong faith and a member of First Baptist Church of Avon Park. She is preceded in passing by...

Oct 28, 2025

Frank M. Jennings Jr., 80, a long-time resident of Sebring, Florida, passed away on October 28th, 2025. A previous resident of New Jersey, Frank moved down to Florida to enjoy the warmer weather. The son of the late Frank M. and Marie (Gibson) Jennings, Frank is predeceased by his wife Dollie (Card) Jennings. Frank leaves behind six children, Mary Jennings-Gonzalez,...

Oct 28, 2025

Obituary for John H. Price, Sr.

John Henry Price, Sr., aged 99, passed into eternity, welcomed by Jesus, his Savior, late in the morning, on Tuesday, October 29, 2025. He was born on November 16, 1925, the fourth of six children to Glenn and Rubell Price in Rosinville, SC. John grew up in a Christian family and was influenced in his...

Oct 23, 2025

The family of Thomas "Tom" Griffin Chamberlain III, 76, is saddened to announce his death on October 23, 2025. He was born January 11, 1949 in Decatur, IL to Thomas Griffin Chamberlain Jr. and Norma (White) Chamberlain.

Thomas is survived by his wife of 55 years Nancy L. Chamberlain, daughter Angela Dawn (Pradeep) Reddy Nagam (Tokyo, Japan), daughter Christina L. Dean,...

Oct 22, 2025

Harvey Hollin, Sr., 89, departed this life on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He is survived by his wife Agnes Marie, one son, Mark Darryl and 12 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and great grandchildren.

There will be a celebration of life for Harvey Hollin, Sr., on Saturday November 1, 2025 at 11:00 am at New Mount Olive AME Church...

Oct 22, 2025

John P. Kellogg Sr. of Sebring, FL and formerly of Shinglehouse, PA passed away on October 22, 2025 into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ whom he served faithfully. John was born September 20, 1942 in Olean, NY to Glenn and Grace Kellogg who preceded him in death. A sister, Nancy Kay, also preceded him in death.

John continued his...

Oct 22, 2025

Dorothy Deanna Perron, 82, passed away October 22, 2025 in Sebring, FL. She was born February 12, 1943 in Queens, NY to Howard and Elizabeth Dries.

Dorothy is survived by her husband of 56 years Thomas Perron Sr., daughter Elizabeth M. (Lisa) Perron of Sebring, FL, son Thomas W. (Jeanett) Perron Jr. of NY, NY and son James M. Perron of...

Oct 21, 2025

Thomas Holmes Weatherell, went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 11, 1931, in Connsett England, to the late Thomas and Nancy Weatherell, Thomas was an avid golfer and proud of his military service in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1965.

He is survived by his wife, Glenys Rae...

Oct 18, 2025

The family of Sandra Ann Green Johnson is saddened to announce her death on October 18, 2025. Sandra was born in New Orleans, LA.

Sandra moved to Sebring in 1981 from Miami, FL. She worked for Environmental Health Department until her retirement.

She is preceded in death by her adoptive parents Ulycess and Veda Johnson, husband Richard C. Green, son Eddie Sheppard...

Oct 17, 2025

Francisco Guadalupe, Jr. passed away on October 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 5, 1941 in Ponce, Puerto Rico to the late Francisco and Christina Guadalupe. He moved to Sebring, Florida in 1997. Francisco was a proud U.S. Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed fishing, reading his Bible, and served as...

Oct 15, 2025

Bonnie F. Houpe

Bonnie F. Houpe, age 82, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025 in Wauchula, Florida. She was born February 7, 1943 in Massachusetts to Frederick and Marjorie (Van Bramer) Nagelschmidt. She worked as a parts secretary for Jim Blackman Ford, Wells Motors, and Bill Owens Auto to name a few. She was a member of...

Oct 15, 2025

Jo Ann Walz, 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Sebring, Florida, surrounded by her family on October 15, 2025. She was born on January 20, 1942, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Jo Ann grew up in Fort Wayne and graduated from Northside High School. She attended Ball State Teacher’s College in Muncie, IN. where she developed...

Oct 14, 2025

Charles “Joe” Clark

(March 29, 1934 – October 14, 2025)

Charles “Joe” Clark, 91, of Lake Placid, Florida went home to be with his Lord on October 14, 2025, at his residence. He was born March 29, 1934, in Crowville, Louisiana, to James Wallace and Alice Pearl (Stroud) Clark. Charles was a beloved father, grandfather and husband with a distinguished career in...

Oct 14, 2025

Edward Merritt, age 70, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in Sebring, FL.

Arrangements entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home (863) 385-0125 www.stephensonnelsonfh.com

Oct 13, 2025

Charles Sullivan Young, age 67, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025 in Sebring, Florida.  He was born on March 8, 1958 in Sparta, Illinois to the late Eugene and Mary Young.  He was a man with a love for both laughter and family. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, and watching horror movies, and he never passed up a trip to...

Oct 12, 2025

Cynthia Louise Bailey, née Lytle, of Zolfo Springs, FL, passed away on the evening of Sunday, October 12, at The Manor at in Sebring. She had been a resident there since 2022, where she fought a long battle against a degenerative disease.

A New Year’s baby, Ms. Bailey arrived on the first day of 1941 in Titusville,...

Oct 12, 2025

William “Bill” Walter Bedard, age 79, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025 in Sebring, Florida.  He was born to the late Alcide G. and Jessie R. (Verbowski) Bedard in Branford, Connecticut on August 16, 1946.  Bill had been a resident since 1990 coming from Mississippi, was of the Catholic faith and served in the US Air Force.  He loved...

Oct 12, 2025

Thelma Marie Benson, 84, born November 18, 2025 in Winamac, IN to Ernest and Mary Bushman. She passed away October 12, 2025 in Avon Park, FL.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years 11 months Robert Benson, son Jeffery (Clayton) Benson, daughter Sandy (Kevin) Cotner, grandchildren Corey (Taylor) Benson, Jameson (Trista) Benson and Renae (Bryan)...

Oct 12, 2025

Margaret Mary Chambers, “Peggy” passed on October 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 26, 1951, in Royal Oak, Michigan, Peggy was the cherished daughter of the late David and Shirley (Blanzy) Hadley. Peggy had a passion for gardening, enjoyed casual games of golf, and most of all, treasured the time she spent with her family.

Peggy is survived...

Oct 10, 2025

Barbara Kay Martz, age 74, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025 in Sebring, Florida.  She was born November 28, 1950 in Goshen, Indiana to the late Leon and Mildred (Inks) Osborn.  Barbara had been a resident since 1971 coming from Goshen, IN and was of the Christian faith.  She loved doing crafts, such as greeting cards, working in her...