October 5, 2026

The family of Paul Edward Blanchard, 94, of Sebring, Florida, is deeply saddened to announce his passing on October 5, 2026, peacefully in his sleep and surrounded by loved ones. Paul was born on October 9, 1932, in South Brewer, Maine to Thomas and Bertha (Townsend) Blanchard. He graduated from John Bapst High School in 1952 and proudly served two...

October 2, 2026

Lillian Joyce Creech, age 90, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026. She was born July 20, 1936, in Kanawha County, West Virginia to Tom and Bessie (Mooney) Ellis. Joyce was a Homemaker, attended Life Church, and has been a resident of Avon Park, Florida since 1993, coming from Ohio. She is survived by her Children –...

October 2, 2026

October 2, 2026

Jack William Bennion, of Sebring, passed away on October 2, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on November 12, 1940, in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Jack was an entrepreneur in real estate and built his life around hard work, commitment, and care for what had been placed in his hands. He also served his country in the United States...

October 1, 2026

Luke William Cadle, beloved son of Zachary Cadle and Isabella Warney of Sebring, Florida, was born sleeping on October 1, 2026.

Though Luke’s time on earth was far too brief, his life was deeply cherished. Before his parents ever had the opportunity to hold him in their arms, they held him in their hearts—with love, hope, dreams, and anticipation for the...

September 29, 2026

Bruce R. Arrowood, age 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 29, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family.

Bruce was born August 21, 1939, in West Chester, PA, to Bruce and Julia (Goodwin) Arrowood. He was raised in a Christ-centered home in both Tunkhannock, PA, and Mehoopany, PA....

September 28, 2026

Moises Ortolaza

May 25, 1948 - September 28, 2026

Moises Ortolaza was born May 25, 1948 in Orocovis, P.R. He died September 28, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents Carmen and Jesus Ortolaza; his sisters Ana, and brothers Mateo, Jorge, and Miguel. He is survived by his brother Luis Ortolaza, his sisters Gladys Cortez...

September 27, 2026

Lotte Leigh Washburn

December 13, 1953 – September 27, 2026

Lotte Leigh Russ Washburn, 72, of Sebring, Florida, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on Sunday, September 27, 2026. She was born on December 13, 1953, in Roanoke, Virginia.

Lotte was the daughter of the late Ruby Jones Russ and Julia Elizabeth Russ. She was also preceded in death by her...

September 27, 2026

Billie Sue Barrington, age 81, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026. She was born December 25, 1944 in Topeka, Kansas to William and Virginia (Whitmarsh) Flowers. She worked in the Bakery at Publix and retired in 2019. She is of Baptist Faith and has been a resident of Avon Park, Florida since 1985. Billie is survived...

September 27, 2026

George Y. Murphy, age 86, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026. He was born January 13, 1940 in Thomasville, Georgia to James Albert and Irma (White) Murphy. George was an Electrical Salesman, member of Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church, and has been a resident of Avon Park, Florida since 1973, coming from Georgia. He is survived...

September 26, 2026

Elfego M. Vargas, age 73, of Polk County, Florida, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was born November 12, 1952 in Mexico to Angel Vargas and Carmen Mercado. He worked in construction, is of Catholic Faith, and has been a resident of Polk County, Florida for 40 years, coming from Texas. Elfego is survived by his Wife –Maria Vargas; Father...

September 24, 2026

Ilene Byrd, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 72.

Ilene was born on December 3, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, the first child of Harry James Jr. and Julia Rita (Pashkow) Kick. Throughout her life, Ilene brought love, strength, and a lively spirit to those around her.

Ilene’s...

September 22, 2026

MARY ANN BARBER was the youngest of four daughters from her father Eugene Jackson and mother Bettie Smith. Mary was born February 20, 1940, in Sebring, Florida. Her parents, siblings Margaret Black, Betty Jean Hardy, and Edna Joyce Jackson, and one grandson Marion S. Barber III, preceded her in death. 

Mary graduated from EO Douglas High School in June 1957. While...

September 22, 2026

Larry David Hoffman passed away on September 22, 2026, in Avon Park, Florida. He was born on January 25, 1951, in Flint, Michigan, to the late Elmer Henry Hoffman Jr. and Reba Jeannette (Knowles) Hoffman.

Larry was known for his love of cars and racing, a passion that brought him great enjoyment throughout his life. Larry even raced 8 of his...

September 21, 2026

Louise Taplin, 77, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Sebring, Florida, with her loving family by her side.

Louise was born on November 18, 1948, in Chattahoochee, Florida, to the late Elry Hearns and Ruby Lee (Watson) Hearns. In 1995, Louise moved to Avon Park from Pontiac, Michigan. She was a devoted member of the...

September 21, 2026

September 17, 2026

Velma Ann Barnard (Winslow), 93, of Sebring, FL passed away at home surrounded by her children on September 17th, 2026.

Born in Pontiac Michigan on May 14, 1933 she was the daughter of Mary (Grannie) Winslow. She attended Waterford Township High School and went on to work at the Water Department for the City of Waterford and eventually became a Real...

September 17, 2026

James (Jim) E. Fitch went into the arms of his Lord and Savior Sept. 17, 2026. Jim, along with his wife Anne (who preceded him to heaven), owned Kissimmee Valley Gallery. It was always Jim's passion to promote Florida art and artists. Jim introduced and promoted the artwork of those that would become known as "Highwaymen" artists and, in fact,...

September 14, 2026

Cynthia “Cindy” Joy Hinote, age 70, passed away on September 14, 2026. Born on December 17, 1955, in St. Petersburg, Florida, Cindy was the daughter of the late John Westley Hinote and Iris Mary Gregory.

Cindy moved to Sebring in 1973 from Hialeah and graduated from Sebring High School. Hardworking and determined from an early age, she held a variety of...

September 14, 2026

Frank E. Martin, born on May 12, 1964, in Denver, Colorado, passed away September 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family in Lake Placid, Florida. Frank shared nearly three decades of marriage with his wife, Jennifer, building a life filled with love, laughter, and treasured memories. Together they celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary on August 3rd. 

He is lovingly remembered by...