May 21, 2020

Gerard Anthony Pondo, Jr. born on June 18, 1958 in South Amboy, NJ to the late Ann C. Pondo and the late Gerard A. Pondo, Sr., passed away at the age of 61 on May 21, 2020 in Avon Park, FL where he resided for 26 years.

Gerry grew up in Parlin, NJ, attending college at the...

May 20, 2020

Patricia Ann Brant age 50 of Sebring, FL passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. She was born on Tuesday, July 8, 1969 to Richard Brant and Ruth Carter in Opa Locka, Fl. Patricia is survived by her children: Tracee (Joseph) Brown of Lake Placid, FL, Deedra (Jack) Brown of Frostproof, FL, Paul Cody (Tera) Brant of North Carolina;...

May 18, 2020

Frank John Hall Jr, 88, passed away on May 18th, 2020 in Avon Park, FL. He was born on October 25, 1931 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of Frank John Hall Sr. and Emily Elizabeth (Halstaed) Hall. Frank had been a resident of Highlands County for 27 years. He was of Protestant faith. Frank owned his own repair...

May 18, 2020

Harry Elton Lowe, age 82, of Sebring, Florida, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on May 18, 2020. Elton is survived by his loving and devoted family, including his wife of 59 years, Nancy Allen Lowe; children – Keith Lowe (Cindy) of Winter Park, Florida; Kara Williams (Tony) of Sebring, Florida; grandchildren – Erica Furno (Kurt), Robert...

May 18, 2020

Enid Tozer, 44, passed away on May 18, 2020 in Sebring, FL. She was born on May 6, 1976 in Puerto Rico, the daughter of Israel Francisco and Carmen (Valle) Francisco. Enid had been a resident of Highlands County for 20 years. She was of Catholic faith and had a love for music. She is survived by her loving...

May 17, 2020

Earl Gene Thomas, age 77, of Avon Park, FL, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 17, 2020 with his beloved wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren by his side.  He was born September 5, 1942 in Geneva County, AL to AC and Ovie (Knowles) Thomas.    When Earl was 3, he and his family moved to Avon Park, FL where he...

May 15, 2020

William H. “Buddy” Rogers passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Lacoochee, Florida on Saturday, March 18, 1937 to Willie T. Rogers and Gertrude Jane (Larramore) Rogers.  Buddy is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Erlene( Selph) Rogers of Avon Park, FL;  children: Lynell Kendrick of Avon Park,...

May 15, 2020

On May 15, 2020, Bonnie Tatum passed away peacefully at age 84 after a brief illness, got her wings and went to walk with the angels.

Bonnie was born in Panama City, Florida to Howard and Pauline Barrett and had been a resident of Highlands County for 35 years.  She spent most of her life living in...

May 12, 2020

Roberta “Bobbie” Richardson, age 92 , Sebring, FL, passed away peacefully at Lake Placid Health and Rehabilitation Center on May 12, 2020. She was under the care of Compassionate Care Hospice. Her niece, Jan was at her side as she peacefully slipped away.

Bobbie was born  in Sarasota, Florida on June 6, 1927 and lived most of...

May 12, 2020

Bruce Allen Eures passed away Tuesday, May 12 th , 2020 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on March 11 th , 1962 in Bangkok, Thailand and later adopted by Ernest and Sandra Eures. Bruce is survived by his sister: Jolene Fern; nephew: Michael Christian Dragicevich. He is preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Sandra...

May 12, 2020

Richard David Bruce, formerly of both Johnstown and State College PA, died peacefully early

Tuesday morning, May 12, 2020. He was 88 years old, born on August 16, 1931 in Johnstown

Pennsylvania to Archibald and Ruth (Allison) Bruce. Dick had been a resident of Sebring Florida

for 32 years and was a practicing...

May 12, 2020

Gloria Jean Houpe, age 81, of Avon Park, FL, went into the arms of Jesus, Tuesday, May 12, 2020.  She was born April 26, 1939 to R.V.  and Ester (Spencer) Sharpe.  She was co-owner & operator of Tom-Glo, Inc.  After retirement, Gloria was a volunteer at the Florida Hospital for 10 years, where she loved on a lot of...

May 11, 2020

Mary Emily Hopson, age 85, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Monday, May 11, 2020.  She was born March 24, 1935 in Brooks County, GA to Henry and Ruby (Campbell) Marshall.  She worked as a Dispatcher for the Highlands County Sheriff’s Department, member of the Florida Avenue Baptist Church, and has been a resident of Avon Park, FL since...

May 10, 2020

Daniel Lee Ketchem, age 64, passed away suddenly on May 10, 2020 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on December 18, 1955 in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania to Robert Ketchem and Ellen Ketchem (Gerringer). Daniel had been a resident of Highlands County since 2018, having come from Rensselaer, Indiana. He worked as a manager in Telecommunications and enjoyed hunting, golf, fishing...

May 9, 2020

Bessie Lee Ethridge, age 81, of Avon Park, Fl, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. She was born November 11, 1938 in Portageville, MO to William and Elizabeth (Cole) Parker. Bessie was a resident here since 1980 having moved from Kennett, MO.  She was of Baptist Faith and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by...

May 8, 2020

Jane Frances Haladay passed away on Friday, May 8 th , 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 24 th , 1934 in Catawissa, Pennsylvania to Benjamin George and Dorothy Bunger. Jane is survived by her loving husband  of 38 years Albert Haladay of Sebring, Florida; children and step- children: Linda Seaman  ,...

May 8, 2020

Robert John Bunio passed away on Friday, May 8 th , 2020 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on July 12 th , 1951 to John Bunio and Gweneth Wuelfing in Jersey City, New Jersey. He is survived by his wife: Carol Bunio of New Jersey; sons: Robert Bunio of Vernon, New Jersey, Steven Bunio of Saratoga,...

May 7, 2020

Paul David Miller, age 75, a child of God went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, May 7, 2020 surrounded by his wife Doris Miller, son and daughter Mike and Kim Miller; son and daughter, Shawn and Abby Miller; son and daughter Chris and Dawn Miller; daughter  and son Kattie and Nathan Vanderpool; grandchildren Justin (Ashley)...

May 6, 2020

Charles Raymond Harmon age 77 passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. He was born February 14, 1943 in Mayfield, Kentucky to Charles Harmon and Elnora Rucker. Charles is survived by his wife and best friend Carol Harmon of Sebring, Florida; daughter: Julie Anne Harmon of Fort Myers, Florida. He is preceded...

May 4, 2020

Charles James Elam, 78, passed away on May 4, 2020 in Lake Placid, FL. He was born on May 30, 1941 in Anna, IL to Paul Elam and Ruth Elam (McFadden).Charles was a Firefighter, who served in the Army and was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Lake Placid. He is survived by his loving wife June, Children...