Apr 7, 2025

John Frederick Holtz, 77, of Dundee, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2025. Born on June 22, 1947, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, he was the beloved son of the late Fred and Halo Holtz.

John proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, as a member of...

Apr 6, 2025

Robert Alexander Coulter, age 54, of Avon Park, Florida passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Sebring, Florida. Robert was born on February 3, 1971, in Tifton, Georgia to his parents Dennis and Jackie Coulter (Driggers). He has been a resident of Avon Park since 1997, moving here from Melbourne, Florida.

He is survived by his...

Apr 5, 2025

James “Jim” A. Causyn, age 75, of Sebring, FL, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April  5, 2025. He was born on January 17, 1950, in Rochester, NY, to the late Violet and Alphonse Causyn. Jim lived the majority of his life in Western New York, before relocating to Sebring, FL in May...

Apr 5, 2025

Thomas Edward Lewis Jr passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2025 at the age of 70, in Avon Park, Florida. He was born on March 6, 1955, in Warren, Ohio, to Leone and Thomas Lewis Sr. Tom leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Tina, his daughter Krystle Kovacic (Eric Montgomery), of Geneva, Ohio; three grandchildren, Kaleb, Bentley, and...

Apr 5, 2025

Like many of the accomplished people from Roseville High School, Dr. Bradley R. Hennenfent, MD, was a fan and student of Stephen A. Mill.  Mr. Mills was always teaching and Dr. Brad was always interested in learning.  Because Steve was an uncle to Dr. Brad, Dr. Brad had early access to a great science teacher.  At an...

Apr 4, 2025

Betty Jane Gillmore, 81, of Sebring, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025. Born on June 23, 1943, in Flint, Michigan, she was the beloved daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Preger.

Betty began her professional life working as a welder repairperson at General Motors, establishing herself with strength and determination...

Apr 4, 2025

Basil (Bud) James Riello passed away on 4/4/2025 at age 76.  Originally from Pittsburgh, PA. He was a resident of Sebring, FL for over 20 years. He was a devoted husband for 59 years to his wife Brigitte (Pálffy). They shared an amazing life together. Basil was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Pittsburgh, PA. He...

Apr 3, 2025

Gordon Barclay Cooke, age 84, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on April 3, 2025. Born on November 29, 1940, in Jamaica, Gordon lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and unwavering faith. He became a resident of Sebring in 1988, having moved from the Cayman Islands, and quickly became a cherished member of the...

Apr 2, 2025

Sharon Carlene Hall

Sharon Carlene Hall, age 85, of Sebring, Florida, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025.  She was born March 14, 1940 in Omaha, Nebraska to Arthur C. and Pauline Frances (Charles) Gjertson.  She worked as a Assistance Sales Manager in Retail Sales and was a member of the Community Bible Church in Avon...

Mar 31, 2025

Alma Rose Hooper, 86, of Avon Park, went home to be with her Lord on March 31, 2025.

A beloved wife, mother and a friend who enjoyed life and spending time with those she loved. She was an avid gardener, who took pride in the many varieties of the orchids she grew. As a wife of a...

Mar 30, 2025

Judith Lee Nordlinger, age 87, of Avon Park, FL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March, 30, 2025, at Family Extended Care, in Sebring, FL. Judith was born on February 27, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois to Felix and Lydia Nordlinger, immigrants from Switzerland and Germany respectively. She moved to Florida thirty years ago to become the director at the Community...

Mar 30, 2025

Harold Junior Fisher, 80, of Lake Placid, FL, passed away on March 30, 2025. He was born on May 7, 1944, in Cape Girardeau, MO, to the late George Henry and Lou Ella Fisher. In 1968, Harold moved to Lake Placid, where he built a life rooted in hard work, generosity, and a deep love for family,...

Mar 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jerry Franklin Batson January 30, 1948 – March 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry Franklin Batson, a devoted father, grandfather, friend, and patriot, on March 29, 2025. Born on January 30, 1948, to Conner and Mary Batson, Jerry’s life was marked by dedication, determination, and a...

Mar 29, 2025

David Charles (“Tree”) Kelly, 75, of Sebring, FL, passed away on March 29, 2025. He was born on November 24, 1949, in Greenville, SC, to the late Wayne and Marjorie Kelly.

A proud veteran, David honorably served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1970. Following his service, he dedicated his life...

Mar 28, 2025

April M. Hartseil of Lorida, FL passed away on March 28, 2025 at the age of 61. She was born in Waterbury, CT to Richard and Diana Booth.

April was past the President of the Florida Association of Code Enforcement. She served as Code Enforcement Officer for the City Alachua, Highlands County, and...

Mar 28, 2025

Leah Colleen Proctor, 97, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, in Avon Park, Florida. She was born in Los Angeles, California on October 5, 1927, to August and Leah R (Tobin) Eckman. Her father was career U.S. Navy, and she grew up in many coastal states but mostly Washington, Oregon, Texas and California.

She met her...

Mar 27, 2025

Gary Austin Melton of Lorida, FL, passed away on March 27, 2025 at the age of 46. He was born on March 30, 1978 in Avon Park, FL to Austin and Jewell Melton.

Gary was a country boy at heart. Not only was he a hardworking Laborer, but he also thoroughly enjoyed being...

Mar 27, 2025

Jerry Dean Ballard, 58, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on March 27, 2025. He was born on May 25, 1966, in Marysville, Ohio, to Thomas and Mary Ellen Ballard.

Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Navy during Desert Storm. He later built a career as a skilled machinist. In 2004,...

Mar 25, 2025

Hazel Jeanette Ellis née Stipes, aged 85, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025 at the Bud and Donna Somers Hospice House in Sebring, Florida. She was born on October 23, 1939 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Floyd and Maude Stipes. She married JW Ellis on April 27, 1959 and moved to Sebring, FL in 1972. She and...

Mar 25, 2025

Lawler Martin Wells, age 86, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Avon Park, Florida. He was born on April 1, 1938, in Avon Park, Florida to his loving parents Edgar Ray and Jane H. (Huebner) Wells.  Lawler was businessman that included many ventures, served in the United States Army Reserves, and...