September 30, 2025

Fredrick Edson Knuth, 81, Sebring, FL died on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, peacefully in his home with his loving wife of 41 years and family by his side.

Fred was born on July 24, 1944, in Oak Ridge Tennessee to Everett and Alice Knuth.  Fred was proceeded in death by his parents, two sisters and his daughter-n-law.  ...

September 29, 2025

Adelaida Bautista Menes, age 83, passed away, surrounded by friends and family on Monday September 29, 2025 at The Manor at Lake Jackson in Sebring Florida. She was born on January 20, 1942 under a tree while evading wartime patrols in rural Phillipines. She was the third child of Aquilino and Feliciana Bautista behind Rogelio, Mario and then her...

September 29, 2025

Bobbie Johnson Graham, age 92, of Avon Park, Florida went to be her Lord and Savior on Monday, September 29, 2025.  She was born March 13, 1933 in Hartford, Connecticut to Edward and Johnnie Mae (Johnson) Cole.  Bobbie worked as a field services health specialist for Highlands County Schools, a founding member of Bible Fellowship Church, and has been...

September 28, 2025

Rozetta Ilagene Bucklew of Sebring, FL passed away peacefully at 7:00 PM on September 29, 2025 in her home. She was born November 20, 1923, the daughter of William L. Edmondson, and Bertha P. Edmondson in Clay County, Indiana. After marrying Orval Bucklew in 1941 she spent most of the next 20 years in the same house she grew...

September 27, 2025

Peter E. Kirn, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 84. Born on September 1, 1941, in Rome, Italy. Peter's journey through life was marked by his unwavering faith, entrepreneurial spirit, and love for his family and the simple pleasures of nature. Peter studied as an English...

September 26, 2025

Lamonte Wilburn Simpson, age 63, of Avon Park, Florida, went to be with his Lord on Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born on July 31, 1962, in Moultrie, Georgia to his loving parents Charles and Wanda Simpson (Presley). Lamonte spent his life educating middle school children for over twenty years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and anything that involved...

September 23, 2025

Richard Gene Prather, 79, passed away unexpectedly, September 23, 2025, at the Lawnwood Regional Hospital in Fort Pierce, FL, following complications from surgery.

Richard “Rick” was born February 26, 1946. Rick was raised in Martinsville, IN and graduated from Martinsville High School in 1964 where he played basketball, football and ran track. Being the oldest of four children, Rick looked after...

September 23, 2025

Boyd Eugene Nelson AVON PARK, FL, FORMERLY OF EDINBORO, PA -

It is with heartfelt sadness that we share the news of the passing of Boyd Eugene Nelson, 77, of Avon Park, FL., September 23rd, 2025, after a short illness.  Boyd was born on October 7th, 1947, in Meadville, PA., to Elmer E. and Marian (Rhoades) Nelson....

September 22, 2025

Zelma Lorene McConnell, of Avon Park, FL, passed away on September 22, 2025—just one day after celebrating her 93rd birthday. She was born on September 21, 1932, in Thomasville, GA, to William and Leona (Cannon) Truluck. Lorene grew up in Lake Wales, FL, alongside her siblings: Hazel, Doris, Loyce, Wayne, LaVonne, and Patty. She worked at Hunt Brothers as...

September 21, 2025

Elizabeth S. Poirier passed away on September 21,2025 at the age of 98. Elizabeth was an avid reader and dedicated several years of her life to teaching in New Hampshire. She also found joy in learning to play the organ. She was also in a group where she would show African Violets and she loved her fur baby Sophia....

September 20, 2025

Robert Lyle Gustin, 74, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, at his home in Sebring, Florida. Born on December 15, 1950, Bob graduated from Case High School in 1969. He began his professional journey at Wolohan Lumber Company, later joining State Construction. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Horizon Retail Construction, from which he retired early to...

September 20, 2025

Wanda Gail Huscusson, 67, of Ft. White, Florida was born on December 24, 1957 to John & Elizabeth Huscusson in Aiken, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, in Lake City, Florida.

Wanda had a passion for the simple things in life. Whether it be on the back of her favorite horse, Molly, riding in...

September 17, 2025

Rena Allacia Matthews, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.  She was born February 21, 1960 in Sebring, Florida to the late Theodore Douglas Matthews and Geraldine Newsome.  Rena loved to dance, joke and express herself.  She was hard-working and was very special to many.  She was caring and loved her family and friends.  ...

September 16, 2025

The family of Gary Lee Willer is saddened to announce his death on September 16, 2025. Gary was born on August 19, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri to Jacob and Pearl (Stegman) Willer.

Gary is survived by his daughter Kimberly (Carl) Eckel and three grandchildren: Mac, Zac and Kaylee. He is preceded in death by his wife...

September 16, 2025

Kay (Seaman) Mollenkopf

Kay Mollenkopf, a long-time resident of Sebring, Florida passed away peacefully at Good Sheperd Hospice on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 after a brief illness. Kay was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the daughter of Bob and Marilyn Seaman in 1942. The family moved to Coldwater, Michigan after WWII and Kay graduated from Coldwater High...

September 15, 2025

Maxine Cook, 71, of Frostproof,  born on September 1, 1954, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025. Known for her warm heart, quick wit, and unforgettable laugh, Maxine brought joy and light to everyone who knew her.

Maxine had a deep love for the simple things in life—especially an ice-cold Pepsi and some good fried chicken. She...

September 15, 2025

Mary Elizabeth (Walls) Lane

November 2, 1957 ~ September 15, 2025

Mary Elizabeth (Walls) Lane was born on November 2, 1957, in Rolla, Missouri to Claude Harold and Pearl Elizabeth (Adams) Walls. She worked as a home health nurse for a family friend in their home for over 25...

September 14, 2025

Chase Winton Parrish, age 29, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1995, in Avon Park, Florida to his loving mother Garryn Parrish.

He enjoyed playing video games, spending time outdoors, fishing, and watching his favorite football team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He loved to spend time...

September 14, 2025

Captain Derek Allen Goudge USN (Ret) was born October 16, 1950, in Sargent, Nebraska to Frederic and Rogene (Goldammer) Goudge.  He passed away on September 14, 2025, in Sebring, Florida. He spent his childhood in Plainview, Nebraska and Akron, Iowa.  He was an excellent athlete, lettering in football, basketball, wrestling, and track.  He graduated from Iowa State where he...

September 13, 2025

On Saturday, September 13, 2025, Heaven welcomed Idella Wrathall. She passed away peacefully with family members at her side. Idella was a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Preceded in passing by her mother and father Joseph and Leila, son; Michael, and daughter; Sonnya. She will be missed by her twin sister Rosella. She will be especially missed by Lindy,...