Paul Edward Blanchard
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...
Charles "Chuck" Fluharty
October 3, 2026
Charles “Chuck” David Fluharty, age 86, of Sebring, Florida, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born August 4, 1940 in Rivesville, West Virginia to Glenn Leroy and Edith Ruth (Hunter) Fluharty. Chuck worked in telecommunications for United Telephone/Sprint/Embarq, holding several different positions, then retiring as a Central Office Engineer. He served in...
Joseph Debree
October 2, 2026
Joseph Peter deBree Jr., affectionately known as Joe, Pop, or PopPop, went to his eternal home on October 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Peter deBree Sr. and Margaret Anita deBree; his brothers, Patrick and David deBree; and his wife and mother of his four sons, Linda Bianco deBree.
Throughout his life...
Lillian Joyce Creech
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 –...
David Bara
October 2, 2026
David John Bara passed away on October 2, 2026, in Sebring, Florida. He was born on February 25, 1936, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Nicholas and Anna Volenick Bara. David proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1956 until 1960. He will be remembered and missed by his family and loved ones. David is survived...
Jack William Bennion
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...
Luke William Cadle
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...
Bruce Rodger Arrowood
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....
Evelyn Karen Catarelli
September 28, 2026
Evelyn Karen Smith CatarelliApril 2, 1954-September 28, 2026Evelyn Karen Smith Catarelli, 72, a beloved mother, daughter, friend, and cherishedmember of the Sebring community, passed away surrounded by the love she gave sofreely throughout her life.Born in Sarasota, Florida, Karen became a lifelong resident of Sebring in the 1960s.Sebring was not simply her home, it was where she built a life...
Moises Ortolaza
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...
Lotte Leigh Washburn
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...
Billie Sue Barrington
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...
George Y Murphy
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...
Elfego M. Vargas
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...
Ilene Mary Byrd
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...
Mary Ann Barber
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...
Larry David Hoffman
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...
Louise Taplin
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...
