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...

September 10, 2026

September 10, 2026

Marie A. Wells, Schuenhoff, passed away on September 10, 2026, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 89. She was born on January 10, 1937, in Brooklyn, New York.

Marie will be remembered as a patient, kind, loving, and thoughtful woman whose life was centered on caring for others. For more than 20 years, she worked as a nurse, offering comfort...

September 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Virginia Ann Peeples

May 9, 1962 – September 8, 2026

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, the family of Virginia Ann Peeples announces her passing on September 8, 2026, in Sebring, Florida. While words can never fully capture the life she lived or the love she gave, those fortunate enough to have known Vann will remember a woman...

September 6, 2026

Debra “Debbie” Sue Kopta, age 64, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026. She was born July 26, 1962 in Knoxville, TN to Frank and Betty (Ellis) Greene. She worked alongside her husband in their construction company, Kopta Construction, past Owner & Operator of Debbie’s Cleaning, and had worked at Belk’s. She cherished her grandchildren and was...

September 5, 2026

Brooke Desiree Kinsella, age 25, of Webster, Florida, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026. She was born April 23, 2001 in Sebring, Florida to Wayne Turner and Gabrielle Wassink. Brooke found her greatest joy in being a mother, creating a beautiful, loving home for her two little girls and pouring her artistic spirit into handmade crafts and baked goods that...

September 4, 2026

With profound love, deep gratitude, and treasured memories, our family announces the passing of Earl Lester Lumpkin, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. We invite relatives, friends, church members, and the wider community to join us in honoring his remarkable life and enduring legacy. 

Earl L. Lumpkin Sr. was born on August 15, 1940, in Shellman, Georgia,...

September 4, 2026

Pablo Fabela Fabela "Lin" 1944-2026

Pablo Fabela, affectionately known as “Lin,” passed away at the age of 82. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Pablo shared 62 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Emilia, a partnership built on faith, devotion, and enduring love. Together, they created a lifetime of memories and a legacy that will continue through all who...

September 4, 2026

Carol Ann Clark, 72, fell asleep in Jesus on September 4, 2026. She was looking forward to the Second Coming of Jesus and the Resurrection. Carol was born in Orlando, Florida, on December 25, 1953. A graduate of Excelsior College, she received a bachelor degree in music. She also graduated from Hillsborough Community College with a diploma in office education...

September 3, 2026

Gene Ray Tompkins, 93, of Avon Park, Florida, completed his journey on earth on September 3, 2026.

Born on July 27, 1933 in Corbin, Ky, he was the son of the late Bessie Messer Tompkins and William Tompkins.

He was a founding member of Cornerstone Christian Church of Avon Park where he served as a Deacon and church treasurer. He dearly loved...

September 2, 2026

Sherry L. Carlson, July 1947 - September 2, 2026

Sherry L. Carlson (79) died peacefully of Parkinson's disease on Sept. 2, 2026, in the care of the Compassionate Care Hospice in Sebring, FL. Sherry was born in Massachusetts to Herbert and Aura Johnson of Gardner, MA. She was a kind and caring daughter and she grew up loving music, art, nature,...