Oct 2, 2024

Delfin Rodriguez, born on June 24, 1942, in Yauco, Puerto Rico, passed away on October 2, 2024, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 82. He was the beloved son of the late Catalino Rodriguez and Matias Rosado Crespo.

In 2003, Delfin moved to Florida from Brooklyn, New York, to embrace a new...

Sep 30, 2024

Donna Jean Hanood, 84, of Sebring, FL, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024. She was born on April 5, 1940, in North Charleroi, PA, to the late Eugene and Margaret Brant. Donna was the beloved wife of the late Edward Thomas Hanood, with whom she shared a beautiful life and many joyful adventures.

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Sep 30, 2024

Dean Bradley Woodhouse died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, at Royal Care of Avon Park. He was 65. Dean was born on Oct. 30, 1958, in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, and spent the last 23 years of his life in Florida, including the past nine as a resident of Highlands Wheel Estates in Sebring.

Sep 29, 2024

Steve D. Kackley

Steve D. Kackley, age 75, of Sebring, FL, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024.  He was born November 25, 1948 in Sebring, FL to Charles D. and Dorothy Jean (Traylor) Kackley.  Steve graduated Sebring High School, Florida State University, and obtained his Doctorate from Stetson Law University.  He was a local Attorney for 50...

Sep 28, 2024

Edward Lee Williams, age 78, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 in Ft. Pierce, Florida.  He was born on August 19, 1946 in Kokomo, Indiana.  Edward served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and retired from Publix.  He enjoyed fishing, sports, the American flag and the American Bald Eagle.  Ed is survived by...

Sep 27, 2024

Born on March 10, 1948, the youngest of four boys to Dr. Clifford and Alice Manley in the town of Frostproof, FL., Wayne H. Manley grew into a leader in his community and began a life of service to others. Before graduating from Frostproof High School, he served in the FFA, as a judge for the Polk County Youth...

Sep 26, 2024

Arianna Salome Maura, beloved daughter, sister, and niece, passed away on September 26, 2024, in Sebring, FL, just shy of her 10th birthday. She was born on October 13, 2014, in Sebring, to Desi and the late D-etta Fletcher-Maura.

Arianna was a vibrant and affectionate soul; known for her warm hugs and the...

Sep 23, 2024

Gary Ralph Jowers, who loved life and fought hard to be here, passed away on September 23, 2024, following ongoing medical complications. Born August 21, 1965, in Bradenton, Florida, Gary was adopted by Ralph and Lucille (Driggers) Jowers. He was the youngest of seven children and the only one of hundreds of children fostered in their home...

Sep 23, 2024

Jake Ben Santistevan, aged 70, passed away on September 23, 2024, in Avon Park, Florida. He was born on October 14, 1953, in Jerome Idaho.  Jake was known for his fun-loving spirit, diligent work ethic, and a profound sense of pride in his accomplishments. Over the years, he dedicated himself to various trades, including construction, roofing, and...

Sep 21, 2024

Beverly Joyce Fettinger, age 74, of Sebring, Fl, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, September 21, 2024.  She was born on May 29, 1950 in Ringgold, GA to William H. and Bevel Vela (Chafin) Epps.  Joyce has been a resident of Sebring since 1982. She was an administrator for both local Chambers of Commerce for many, many years....

Sep 21, 2024

Verna Marie Garrett was born in Elmira, New York on December 26, 1931, to Mortimer Henry Garrett and Lela F Kelts.  She passed away at the age of 92 on September 21, 2024, in Sebring, Florida.

Verna lived in the Elmira area until retiring and moving to Sebring, Florida in 1993.  Verna was a self-motivated, take-charge lady.  ...

Sep 21, 2024

Jennifer Renee McGhee Lipowski was born on May 27, 1974, in Knoxville, Tennessee and lost her courageous battle with cancer on September 21, 2024, with her loving family surrounding her.

Jennifer was the beloved daughter of Jack McGhee  (Nashville, TN) and Linda (Hartsook) McGhee (Sebring, FL), who survive her.  She is also survived...

Sep 20, 2024

Tabitha L. Nilsen, born January 9, 1987, in Hialeah, Florida, to Charles Nilsen and Jackeline Grupy, passed away on September 20, 2024, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 37.

Tabitha’s life was one filled with love and compassion. A devoted and loving mother, she cherished her time with her two children, Susie...

Sep 20, 2024

Larry W. Albritton went to his heavenly home on September 20, 2024. He was born in Wauchula, FL on November 8, 1938, to J.K. and Bessie Albritton. He was active in the community and his church Mt. Carmel Primitive Baptist of Wauchula and First Baptist of Avon Park. Larry served in the National Guard from 1959 to 1965, was...

Sep 18, 2024

Juan Lopez Vazquez, born on July 9, 1957, in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, passed away on September 18, 2024, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 67. He was the beloved son of the late Ancelmo Lopez and Tomasa Vazquez.

He dedicated his life to his family, his faith, and his work, embodying...

Sep 18, 2024

Margaret (also known as Betsy by family and Marge by friends) was born on May 24, 1941, in Warren, Ohio.  Her father, Robert Frost worked for Westinghouse and her mother Madeline Henry Frost worked for Murphy’s Department Store.  Margaret was the third of four children.  Joseph Frost (deceased) worked in the steel mills.  Beverly Frost Kepler (deceased) (my maternal...

Sep 18, 2024

Angel E. Padilla, age 84, of Avon Park went to be with his Lord on September 18, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice in Sebring, Florida. Angel was born on May 10, 1940, to his loving parents Ramon Padilla and Pilar Toro in San Germàn, Puerto Rico. He worked as a stock clerk in the industry of distribution of goods....

Sep 16, 2024

Jenna Mary Morel, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Jeremy Morel; her cherished children, daughter Brianna McCranie and son Brayden Morel; her stepdaughter Magan Morel; and her brothers Shawn Bray and Patrick W. Bray, Mother-in-law; Linda Morel, Father-in-law; Dennis Morel, and...

Sep 15, 2024

It is with broken hearts that the family of David K. Chase announce his passing on September 15, 2024, at his home in Sebring, Florida, after a long illness.

He was born in Concord, New Hampshire, on March 5, 1944, to Virginia (Davis) Chase and Elliott W. Chase. David spent his childhood in...

Sep 15, 2024

Dennis Ouverson, 81, of Sebring, FL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 5, 1943, to Virgil and Ruth (Ballentyne) Ouverson in Clear Lake, IA, and had made Sebring his home since 1986.

A hardworking and talented man, Dennis was the proud owner...