Aug 20, 2023

Debra M. Baxter, age 67, of Avon Park, FL passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2023 in Lake Wales, FL. She was born on October 22, 1955. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in Avon Park, FL.

Arrangements entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home 111 E. Circle...

Aug 19, 2023

Kathryn Sue Fantin passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 88. The daughter of William Balogh Sr. and Grace Edith (Latto) Balogh. She was born on November 15, 1934 in LaGrange, Ohio. Kathryn was a homemaker and had been a resident of Highlands County since 1989, having come from Wakeman, Ohio. She...

Aug 18, 2023

Our beloved David Watson passed away at the age of 18 on Friday, August 18th in Bartow, FL. He was a son, a grandson, a brother, a cousin, a nephew, and a friend to so many. He was a dually enrolled Senior at Lake Region High School and Traviss Tech. David’s dream was to become a Lineman after graduation....

Aug 18, 2023

A nita L. Cheney, 98 of Sebring, FL, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2023. Anita was born on February 8, 1925 in Littleton, NH, the daughter of Arthur and Julia (Bedard) Longchamps. Anita is survived by her husband of “79” years Walter Cheney. Five daughters, Gloria Vaillant, Barbara and Jim Jordan, Priscilla and David Chase of Sebring, FL;...

Aug 18, 2023

Anna Lou Miles passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 90. The daughter of Frank A. and Leona (Goodman) Burnett. She was born on December 20, 1932 in Miami, Florida. Anna was a homemaker of Baptist faith. She has been a resident of Sebring for 7 years, having come from West Palm...

Aug 16, 2023

Lamar Smith Survived by daughters Linda Peterson and  Denise Schultz and granddaughter Cassandra Johnson as well as many siblings and extended family. Lamar was married to Margaret Smith for 66 years, living most of that time in California. Lamar left home at 14 years old and joined the Navy at 18. Lamar had a passion for learning  and pursued...

Aug 14, 2023

Martha Lillian Vogel passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023 in Fort Pierce, Florida at the age of 71. The daughter of Henry Arthur and Susan Virginia (Purcell) Held. She was born on July 11, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. Martha worked in administration in the healthcare industry and was of Catholic faith. Martha enjoyed singing in the church choir,...

Aug 13, 2023

David Paul Gillilan was called home on Sunday, August 13, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 54. David was loved by many and he cherished being a Husband, Father, Son, Brother and Pal Pal. He found great joy in music, fishing and mingling with friends and family. David is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years...

Aug 12, 2023

Darlene Dee Fronk 82 of Sebring, Florida, passed away on August 12, 2023. She was the daughter of Melvin and Dorothea Conn. She was an avid golfer and lover of all animals. Mom was greatly loved by all of her family and friends; she will be missed immensely. She was preceded in death by her husband-Gene Fronk, granddaughter-Kristie Cone...

Aug 10, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marcus Wayne Lewis Jr. on Thursday, August 10th, 2023. He was born on August 25th, 1980, to the late Marcus Wayne and Colette Lewis in Sebring, Florida. He was a member of Bountiful Blessings Church of God under the leadership of Bishop Umah Miller. He graduated from Sebring...

Aug 10, 2023

Derek William Gillilan, age 39 of Sebring, Florida passed away on August 10, 2023. Derek loved music and playing the Lottery. He lived life on his own terms, his love for old cars, music from the 80’s and collecting antiques and items from the past. He was also very protective. Derek never met a stranger and always put others...

Aug 9, 2023

Arrangements entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home 4001 Sebring Parkway Sebring, FL 33870 Online condolences may be left at: www.stephensonnelsonfh.com

Aug 6, 2023

Hazel J Steedley, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Survived by, pre-deceased son Martin (Marty) Arnold, daughters Michell Carter, Lisa McIntyre and Sherri Lapadula, Son in Law Richard LaPadula, grandchildren 5, and great grandchildren 8, sister Dorothy Barefield and life long friends.

Hazel was a life long resident of Highlands County whose career spanned...

Aug 3, 2023

Richard Thomas “Dick” Calvin, Sr, passed away on August 3, 2023, at his home in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 94.

Dick was born on December 26, 1928, in Wyandotte, Michigan, to Joseph Earl and Dorothy Helen (Clark) Calvin. He was the second of seven children and the eldest son.

He is survived by...

Aug 3, 2023

Hazel Lightsey Townsend, age 99, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023.  She was born February 6, 1924 in Frostproof, FL to Greenberry and Lelia (Bennett) Lightsey.  She was a Homemaker, member of Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church and a lifelong resident of Avon Park, FL.  Hazel is survived by her Daughter – Gwen Zander; Sons...

Aug 1, 2023

Robert Gerard Deschene passed away on Tuesday August 1, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 62. The son of George A. and Normande (Richard) Deschene. He was born on January 17, 1961 in Salem, Massachusetts. Robert was a professional photographer, was of Catholic faith and has been a resident of Sebring since 2015, having come from Portsmouth,...

Jul 31, 2023

Vivian Joyce Hillborn passed away on Monday July 31, 2023 in Bonita Springs, Florida at the age of 91. The daughter of Vadim and Elizabeth (Toth) Dockim. She was born on April 7, 1932 in Valparaiso, IN. Vivian was a member of St Agnes Episcopal Church and a faithful member of the “Women’s Aglow”. She has been a resident...

Jul 31, 2023

Brian Valentine passed away on Monday July 31, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 83. The son of Ronald and Isobel (Terris) Valentine. He was born on June 19, 1940 in Scotland. He retired as an electrician from John Deere and was a member of UAW Local 434. Brian loved to golf and travel. His hobbies included...

Jul 31, 2023

William “Bill” H. Owens, age 91, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023.  He was born March 9, 1932 in Ft. Meade, FL to Henry S. and Alma (Jones) Owens.  He was Owner & Operator of Bill Owens Auto Sales, member of First Baptist Church of Avon Park, served in the U.S. Army, and...

Jul 29, 2023

Glenna Fay Hinkle, age 77, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023 in Sebring, Florida.  She was born September 19, 1945 in Wayland, Kentucky to the late Herbert and Zella (Craft) Slone.  She had been a resident since 1969 coming from Rittman, Ohio, was of the Baptist faith, and worked as an evaporator technician in the citrus industry.  Glenna is...