July 28, 2024

On March 2, 1945 in Monmouth, Illinois, a special lady was born to Ed & Lois Appleby. Daughter Jo was born and graced lives galore over a lifetime that ended far too early on July 28, 2024.

Jo and sister Sue enjoyed wonderful years growing up together with their parents. Over time the...

July 28, 2024

Christina Kathleen Conkle, born on April 16, 1931, in New Brunswick, Canada, to the late Charles and Christina Newlands, passed away on July 28, 2024, in Avon Park, FL, at the age of 93.

Christina moved to Avon Park in 1976 from Michigan. She dedicated her professional life to caring for others as...

July 23, 2024

Cecil Treadway "Dick" Ferguson, Jr., 77, passed away on July 23, 2024, in Avon Park, FL. Born in Roanoke Rapids, NC, he was a beloved figure in his community, known for his kind and gentle soul.

Dick graduated from Avon Park High School before furthering his education at Polk Community College. He dedicated much of his career...

July 22, 2024

Brenda Lawson

It was a cold wintery morning in Eastern Kentucky when God blessed Ray and Lucille Spradlin with their second daughter, Brenda Sue. Only a year before had they been blessed with their first daughter, Shanna Marlene. As time passed, God blessed Brenda with a talent in music. Piano playing flowed after just a...

July 20, 2024

Douglas Benjamin Shaffer passed away in Sebring, FL on July 20, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born on December 23, 1940, in Preble, NY to the late Arthur and Lillie Shaffer. A resident of Sebring since 2014, Douglas moved there from Hartsville, SC.

Douglas served his country honorably in the...

July 18, 2024

Anita Gamez passed away on July 18, 2024, at the age of 39. Born on December 2, 1984, in Guerrero, Mexico, to parents Francisco Baza and Berta De La Paz, Anita moved to Sebring, Florida, with her family in 1991.

Anita was a dedicated receptionist at a local sod company, where her hard...

July 18, 2024

Rebecca “Becky” Ann Townsend

Rebecca “Becky” Ann Townsend, age 75, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024.  She was born April 14, 1949 in Hartford, Alabama to Raymond D. and Mary Alice (Lewis) Palmer.  Becky was a Homemaker, member of Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church, and a lifelong resident of Avon Park,...

July 16, 2024

Robert “Bob” Thomas Rabatie, born on November 13, 1928, in Trenton, NJ, to Thomas and Leona Mary Rabatie, passed away on July 16, 2024. A resident of Sebring, FL, since 2013, Robert moved from Miami Gardens, FL.

Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Kathy Rabatie; his son, Martin Rabatie, and daughter-in-law, Kellie;...

July 16, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" V. Schilling passed away on July 16, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on August 12, 1931, in Ellwood City, PA, Peggy was the cherished daughter of John and Margaret Mackey.  Peggy spent her professional life working as an executive secretary for a steel mill company, where she was known for her dedication and...

July 14, 2024

Catherine D. Daly, born March 11, 1943, in Amsterdam, Holland, passed away on July 14, 2024, in Sebring, Florida at the age of 81 years old.  Catherine was the beloved daughter of the late John and Nellie DeVos. In 1984, she made Sebring her home, moving from Chester, New York.

Catherine is survived...

July 13, 2024

Armand Victor Gendron, born on March 5, 1933, in Fairfax, VT, passed away on July 13, 2024, in Sebring, FL. He was the beloved son of the late Victor and Mary Rosalie Gendron.  He has been a Sebring resident since 1993, he moved from Fairfax, VT.

Armand is survived by his loving and...

July 13, 2024

Wayne E. Gottshall, born on October 23, 1959, in Altoona, PA, passed away on July 13, 2024, in Sebring, FL. Wayne was the beloved son of Clair and Delia Gottshall, who predeceased him.

Wayne is survived by his loving companion, Michelle Walton. He leaves behind his cherished children: Christina Robertson of Texas, Savannah...

July 13, 2024

Keith Allen Meier, age 98, went to be with the Lord on July 13 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on December 15, 1925, in Knox, Pennsylvania to John Meier and Ila Groce. Keith had been a Highlands County resident since 2006. He was a member of St John United Methodist Church in Sebring, Florida.

July 12, 2024

Paul passed away peacefully at Good Shepherd Hospice in Sebring, Florida. He is survived by his parents, Gary and Margaret of Sebring; his brother, Kevin(Wendy) of Canton, Ohio, aunts; Phyllis, Mary, Anne, Judy, Eileen, Marilyn and Jean, uncles; Bob, Don, Bill, Lawrence, Colin and Gordon.

Paul is preceded in death by Grandparents; Hudson and Marion Fraser, Dorval...

July 10, 2024

Laura Zbyzenski Rushing, age 96, of Sebring, Florida, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024.  She was born May 5, 1928 in New York, New York to Fred and Maude (Lydon) Reyes.  She worked as a cocktail waitress, attended Grace Bible Church, and has been a resident of Sebring, FL since 1979, coming from New York, New York.  Laura is...

July 9, 2024

Donald "Don" Ion Coppage, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 9, 2024, in Lakeland, FL. He was born on September 29, 1940, in Dundee, KY, to the late Marvin and Calais Coppage. In 2004, Don and his wife Lavonne moved to Sebring, FL, from their hometown of Dundee, KY.

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July 8, 2024

Marjorie ("Peggy") Rose Mangle, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 8, 2024, in Avon Park, Florida. She was born on January 25, 1931, in Jersey City, NJ. She grew up in Avenel, New Jersey and graduated from Woodbridge High School.

Marjorie is survived by her devoted husband of 44...

July 8, 2024

Raymond Norman Taylor

Raymond Norman Taylor, age 92, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024.  He was born August 2, 1931 in Lowell, Massachusetts.  He worked as a machinist, served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict, and has been a resident of Avon Park, Florida since 1988, coming...

July 8, 2024

Cherry “Cheri” Lynn Norton (Jones), 65 years old, was born on June 26th, 1959 in Orange, CA and passed away suddenly on July 8th, 2024 in Sebring, FL.

Cheri was a beloved daughter, devoted mother and grandmother, wonderful sister, and genuine friend. She spoke fondly of her happy childhood growing up in Bath,...

July 8, 2024

Lynne  Szado Siok passed away on July 8, 2024, at Family Extended Living in Sebring, Florida, surrounded by her family. Lynne was born on January 3, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan. She graduated from Monson High School in Monson, Massachusetts, in 1964 and married Ronald Siok on July 19, 1969. Together, they lived in Norwich, NY, and most...