Yamir W. Rivera Quiles
Nov 14, 2019
Yamir W. Rivera Quiles, 45, was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on March 31, 1974, and passed away at Advent Health Hospital (Orlando) on November 14, 2019 at 2:31 PM. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico (Bayamón) and since 2015, worked as the IT Support Analyst for Highlands County Clerk of Courts...
Richard "Dickie" Edward Turner
Nov 14, 2019
Richard “Dickie” Edward Turner, age 72, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019. He was born March 1, 1947 in Avon Park, FL to John Darrell and Reba Jane (Winegard) Turner. Dickie worked for at the Avon Park Correctional Institute for 32 years, retiring as Captain. He was a past member of the Resurrection Lutheran Church,...
Donald Ewald Johnson
Nov 13, 2019
Donald Ewald Johnson, age 91, passed away on November 13, 2019. He was born on July 31, 1928 in Detroit, MI to Ewald and Delia Johnson. Donald had been a Highlands County resident for more than 25 years coming from Fort Lauderdale, FL. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Koran War, and served...
Lewis William Schultz
Nov 13, 2019
Lewis William Schultz, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on February 18, 1926, in Sandwich, Illinois, to the late Frank and Irene (Denman) Schultz. He had been a resident of Sebring for 25 years, coming from Ottawa, IL and served his country as a Merchant Marine during WWII. Lewis loved...
Omer V. Cornelius
Nov 13, 2019
Omer V. Cornelius, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in Sebring, Florida. He was born July 21, 1938 in Noblesville, Indiana to the late Omer and Mary (Huffman) Cornelius, Sr. He had been a resident of the area since 2002 coming from Indiana and was a member of St. John United Methodist Church in Sebring. Omer...
Martha Lois Elder Kohan
Nov 13, 2019
Martha Lois Elder Kohan, age 84, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019. She was born on November 6, 1935 in Scottland County, NC to James K. and Lois T. (Brigham) Smith. She worked as a nurse’s aid and more recently as a clerk for the Supervisor of Elections. She attended Grace Bible Church and has...
Valerie C. Davis
Nov 12, 2019
Cremation arrangements entrusted to:
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Carol A. Bogdan
Nov 12, 2019
Carol A. Bogdan, age 81, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2019 in Lake Placid, Florida. She was born December 29, 1937 in Camden, New Jersey to the late John and Helen (Grindrod) Pietrayk. She had been a resident of the area for over 20 years coming from New Jersey and was of the Catholic faith. Carol enjoyed motorcycle rides,...
Dorothy Lucille Thornton
Nov 11, 2019
Dorothy Lucille Thornton, age 95 ran into heaven on two strong legs November 11, 2019, leaving behind her dear family and friends to cherish her bright smile and positive attitude. She will be greatly missed. She was born February 20, 1924 to Harry and Carrie (Hart) Zeeff. She was a longtime member of Grace Reformed Church in Wyoming, Michigan...
Philip Delano Edwards
Nov 11, 2019
Philip Delano Edwards, age 82, passed away on November 11, 2019. He was born on January 16, 1937 in Stevens Point, WI to Chauncey and Marie Edwards. Philip was a Highlands Ridge resident since 1996 coming from Rockford, IL. He was a business owner and a member of the Family Motor Coach Association. Philip enjoyed playing golf, working puzzles,...
Gene C. Newsome
Nov 9, 2019
Gene C. Newsome, age 82, of Avon Park, FL, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 9, 2019. He was born on May 6, 1937 in Avon Park, FL to Roger and Roxie (Hill) Newsome. Gene was a lifelong resident of Avon Park and served in the United States Coast Guard as a Chief Boatswain’s Mate. He...
Shirley W. Rarden
Nov 9, 2019
Shirley Rarden, 84, of Sebring, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019. She was born November 6, 1935, to Stanley and Ruby White in Sebring, FL. She married William Jerome Rarden on January 30, 1956. Shirley was a graduate of University of Florida with a degree in Elementary Education and a member of the Beta Tau Chapter of Sigma Kappa....
Mary Lou Levingston
Nov 9, 2019
Mary Lou Levingston, age 88, passed away on November 9, 2019. She was born in Fostoria, OH on May 15, 1931 to Leo and Ruth Egli. Mary Lou was a Highlands County resident since 1957 coming from Newark, OH. During her lifetime Mary Lou was very productive. She built homes and developed trailer parks before she obtained her real...
Juda I. Dunavin
Nov 8, 2019
Juda I. (Mott) Dunavin, age 74, of Oak Grove, Missouri, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2019 in Sebring, Florida. She was born June 18, 1945 in Caruthersville, Missouri to the late Herbert and Lottie (Raymond) Mott. She had been a winter resident of Sebring since 1997. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings,...
Rafael Rivera
Nov 8, 2019
Rafael Rivera, age 79, passed away peacefully Friday, November 9, 2019 in Sebring. FL. He was born in Comerio, Puerto Rico to Isabel Fonseca Hernandez and Albelardo Rivera Zayas. Rafael was the youngest of nine children, all of whom predeceased him. He is survived by his three sons, Hector, Jaimmie, and Gilbert, his two daughters-in-law, and five grandchildren. Known...
Walter W. Mcfarland
Nov 7, 2019
Walter W. McFarland, age 80, of Avon Park, FL. passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. Walter was a faithful member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He lived his faith everyday through his love and generosity toward everyone. Walter was born in Toledo, OH to parents Wesley and Louise (Burch) McFarland...
Ray Kenneth Fort
Nov 4, 2019
On Nov 5, 2019, Ray Fort, age 90, of Avon Park passed away quietly at his home. Ray was born on July 5, 1929, as was his twin brother, Roy! The twins were the youngest of 8 children born to George and Abbie Fort of Morton, IL. Ray was an avid fisherman and golfer. He LOVED his community, his...
Mary Garnett Johnson
Nov 3, 2019
Mary Garnett Johnson, age 80, passed away on November 3, 2019. Mary was born on February 28, 1939 in Jacksonville, FL to Wade and Mary Campbell. Mary had been a Sebring resident since 2001 coming from Davie, FL. She was the owner and operator of a valve sales company. Mary is survived by her husband Gus; Sons, Chris (Debbie)...
Mignon Pollard Kagy
Oct 30, 2019
Mignon Pollard Kagy, age 98, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019. She was born October 26, 1921 in Sebring, FL to Allen W. and Tippie (Mahon) Pollard. She worked as a secretary for an insurance company and was of Methodist Faith. She is survived by her Son – Robert D. Kagy, Jr; Daughter – Sharon Ann Kagy Welch; Grandchildren...
Sharon Ann Bradley
Oct 30, 2019
Sharon Ann Bradley, age 73, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 in Lake Placid, Florida. She was born September 12, 1946 in Meriden, Connecticut to the late William and Mary (Denunzio) Bourne. She had been a resident for just two months coming from Clearwater, FL. She was a confirmed LCMS Lutheran as well as a confirmed cat lover. ...