June 15, 2023

Frederick Leon Murray, age 55, of Sebring, Florida, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023.  He was born July 25, 1967 in Jacksonville, Florida to Robert and Rosa (Graham) Murray. Frederick was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His passion was his family, riding his motorcycle and traveling.  He is survived by his Wife – Donna Murray; Children –Aaron Bohannon...

June 14, 2023

Elaine Fonseca passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 58. The daughter of Enrique Fonseca and Clara Adolfina Ferreira. She was born on June 13, 1965 in New York City, New York. Elaine  worked as bookkeeper in the automotive  industry, was of Catholic faith, and had been a resident of Sebring since...

June 13, 2023

Marie E. Ritchie, 60, of Avon Park, went home to be with her Lord on June 13, 2023. She was born on February 25, 1963, to James Silva Sr and Marie Tidlund in Northampton, Massachusetts. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who would often put others before herself. While working as a manager of a local mobile home...

June 11, 2023

Dennis William Mallen, Jr, age 53, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023.  He was born November 7, 1969 in Bellville, New Jersey.  Dennis had been a resident since 2014 coming from New Jersey, was of the Catholic Faith, and was an actor in the film industry.  He is survived by his Son – Dennis W. Mallen III of Sebring,...

June 10, 2023

Raymond Otto Lynch, III, age 56, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023 in Sebring, Florida.  He was born June 24, 1966 in Anchorage, Alaska to Victor “Gene” Lynch and Eva “Lorene” Heyer.  He had been a resident of Highlands County since the late 80’s coming from Tallahassee, FL.  Ray is survived by his Wife – Jonnie Lynch of Sebring,...

June 10, 2023

Norman Lee Thomas, age 50, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Avon Park, Florida. He was born on November 03, 1972, to George C. Thomas and Mary F. Thomas (Rudy) in Lackawanna County, PA.

Norman is Survived by his sisters; Ruby Thomas, Eva Higgins (Richard), and brothers; George Thomas Jr....

June 8, 2023

Dean Stuart Keppen passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 76. The son of Earl and Hazel (Nordin) Keppen. Dean was born on December 17, 1946 in Siren, Wisconsin. He owned and operated a water treatment company and proudly served his country in the U.S Army. He has been a resident of...

June 7, 2023

Hardric McMillon Jr. passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 80. The son of Hardric and Jannie (Grisham) McMillon. He was born on June 11, 1942 in Pompano Beach, Florida. Hardric retired as a developmental disabilities director of New York State and had been a resident of Sebring since 1998, having come...

June 5, 2023

Melvin Browdy, aged 87, passed away on June 5, 2023. He was born on May 18, 1936, in Wauchula, Florida, to Johnny Browdy and Ollie Mae Turner. Melvin was one of eight children and had a diverse professional background. He dedicated over 15 years of his life as a Hardee County Deputy Sheriff before transitioning to become a skilled...

June 5, 2023

Christine Louise Smith, age 59, of Avon Park, Florida went home to be with her Lord on Monday, June 5, 2023, in Avon Park, Florida. She was born on May 26, 1964, to Timothy A. Smith and Lois A. (McFarland) Smith, in Toledo, Ohio. Christine worked as a certified nursing assistant always tending to the needs of others. Christine’s...

June 4, 2023

Justina Colon passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023 in Lake Placid, Florida at the age of 76. The daughter of Joaquin Colon and Eulalia Pabon Martinez. She was born on April 13, 1947 in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Justina worked as a cook in the food industry, was of Catholic faith and had been a resident of Florida for...

June 1, 2023

Heriberto Lugo-Caraballo passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 83. The son of Mercedes Lugo and Dolores Caraballo. He was born on April 22, 1940 in Yauco, Puerto Rico. Heriberto worked as an accountant. He was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church and had been a resident of Sebring since 1993....

June 1, 2023

Martha Faith Fouse passed away on June 1, 2023 at the age of 81. The daughter of Charles Edward and Mary Dolores (Steiner) Ryan. She was born on October 7, 1941 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Martha was a homemaker who enjoyed reading and traveling. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Sebring, St. Matthew’s United Church of...

May 30, 2023

Lillian Ross was born in Brooklyn NY to Sally Brodsky, 3rd of 4 siblings on April 23, 1936.She is the mother of 7 children. Jessica, Son in Law Mel E. Freeman, Theodore, Daughter-in law Charlene, Ricky, Dennis, Cheryl (deceased), Scott, and Alden, Grandmother to Stephanie (deceased), Michael, Meleah, Janiah, Theatirah, Alona , and Akira; Great-Grandchildren D'Quan, Zeleiyah...

May 29, 2023

Rev. James E. Lighty, age 94, of Sebring, Florida, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023.  He was born December 24, 1928 in Hillsboro, Indiana to Delbert and Mary (Robbins) Lighty.  He is a retired minister of the Church of the Nazarene in Avon Park and Wauchula.  He also ministered in Alabama, Mississippi, and was active as a visiting minister...

May 28, 2023

Kathleen Anne Giller passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 75. The daughter of Myles O’Neill and Ruth (Schmit) O’Neill. She was born on August 1, 1947 in Rome, New York. Kathleen worked in farming tending vineyards and had been a resident of Sebring since 1980. Her hobbies included fishing, bowling, wine...

May 26, 2023

Mary Annette Revell, age 82, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 26, 2023, in Sebring, Florida. She was born in Muscogee County, Georgia to Widsul Willie Weeks and Lois Beatrice Blair on July 25, 1940. She was raised in Opp, Alabama and moved to Lake Wales in 1956. She was a member of...

May 25, 2023

William John Dunsford passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the age of 87. He was the son of William A. Dunsford and Frances E. (Hall) Dunsford. He was born on June 26, 1935 in Waltham, Massachusetts. William worked as a mechanic for the Department of Defense and was a member of the Independent Baptist Church. He proudly...

May 25, 2023

Duell Wise, age 75, of Avon Park, FL passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023. He was born on April 5, 1948 in Tallahassee, FL to James Scott Wise and Mary Lucille (Johnston) Wise. He graduated from the University of Florida and had a long career in healthcare administration. He has been a resident of Highlands County for 18 years,...

May 23, 2023

Sharon L. Tomlinson

Sharon L. Tomlinson, age 63, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023.  She was born March 21, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas to Jensey and Judy (Tatsch) Lund.  She was a Homemaker, member of the Florida Bow Hunters Council where she served as Secretary for many years,...