July 12, 2023

Mabel Pelletier Schaefer, a dedicated Catholic, passionate educator, and beloved wife, passed away on July 12, 2023, at age 100. She was born on February 18, 1923, in St. Francis, Maine, and lived a remarkable life that touched the hearts of many.

Mabel's commitment to education led her to pursue a master's degree, a testament to her...

July 12, 2023

Adam Edward Ramsey, age 40, of Avon Park, FL, was born September 7, 1982, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and his struggles and pain ended on July 12, 2023.  Adam was adopted at the age of 7 years old by his loving parents Joy and David Ramsey. He was loved by many and loved being a son, father,...

July 11, 2023

Joseph Malcolm Albritton was called home to the Ole master on Tuesday July 11, 2023 in Loxahatchee, Florida at the age 52. The son of Monroe and Joy (Butler) Albritton. Joseph worked as a truck driver for Bon Trucking, was of Christian faith and has been a lifelong resident of Sebring, Florida. He is survived by his loving wife...

July 11, 2023

Barbara Louise Tufo

Barbara Louise Tufo, age 75, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023.  She was born November 21, 1947 in Miami, FL to Norman D. and Mary L. (Lanier) Perkins.  Barbara was a Homemaker/Smart Ass and has been a resident of Avon Park, FL since 1996, coming from Miami, FL.  She is...

July 10, 2023

Elizabeth Yvonne Rosenthal passed away on Monday July 10, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 41. The daughter of Millard and Geraldine (Smith) Hicks. She was born on December 16, 1981 in Sebring, Florida. Elizabeth worked as a server in the food service industry, was a member of the Avon Park Church of the Nazarene and has...

July 10, 2023

Wayne Brian Caffrey, Sr. passed away on Monday July 10, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 74. The son of Richard J. and Shirley (Pastre) Caffrey. He was born on June 9, 1949 in Brooklyn, New York. Wayne owned his own business in the construction industry.  He loved going to the beach. He is survived by his...

July 10, 2023

Hillard “LP” Manus, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 in Lorida, Florida at the age of 92. The son of Hillard and Blondeen (Armstrong) Manus. He was born on September 3, 1930 in Rochelle, Georgia. Hillard retired from working in maintenance at the Sebring Airport Authority for 32 years. His hobbies included fishing, painting and drag races. He...

July 10, 2023

Janet Lynn Zirulnik passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 66. The daughter of John R. and Joan (Bogren) Hallstrom. She was born on October 8, 1956 in Galesburg, Illinois. Janet worked as a nuclear technologist in the healthcare industry, was a member of Faith Lutheran Church of Sebring, and has been...

July 9, 2023

Joseph Walter Hodge

Joseph Walter Hodge, age 82, of Avon Park, FL passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023 in Avon Park, FL. He was born on April 30, 1941 to Edward J. Hodge and Nellie Cox, in Bennettsville, SC. Joseph worked as a mason and loved to fish. He was a gentle and kind...

July 9, 2023

Leamon “Lee” Wayne Todd, age 93, of Avon Park, FL, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, July 9, 2023.  He was born March 31, 1930 in Hartsfield, GA to Loyd A. and Addie Mae (Holland) Todd.  Lee moved to Avon Park, FL in the early 40’s and began working in the Citrus industry before going to serve...

July 4, 2023

George Warren Smith passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 80. The son of Aaron Albert and Helen (Korte) Smith. George worked as a  mechanical engineer. His passion was sailing; first on the Great Lakes, then Florida and the Caribbean. He and Helen loved to travel. He is survived by his loving...

July 4, 2023

Virginia A. Henderson, age 93, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in Columbus, Georgia.  She was born August 26, 1929, in Avon Park, Florida to the late Robert L. and Elizabeth (Wilcox) Adams.  She was raised in Avon Park and lived there her entire life until moving to Columbus, GA in 2017.  A 1947 graduate of Avon Park High...

July 4, 2023

Robert L. Merriman passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 80. The son of Sylvester and Mary L. (Knecht) Merriman. He was born on April 30, 1943 in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Robert worked as a carpenter in the construction industry, was a member of Grace Bible Church and has been a resident of...

July 3, 2023

Michael Charles Bauder passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023 in Sebring, Florida at the age of 69. The son of Richard and Laura (Brigham) Bauder. He was born on January 24, 1954 in Norwich, New York. Michael worked as a repairman in the manufacturing industry and has been a resident of Sebring for 5 years, having come from...

July 3, 2023

Charles Robert Schumacher, age 91, passed away Monday, July 3, 2023 in Sebring, Florida.  He was born August 23, 1931 in Sebring, Florida to the late Floyd Melvin and Espage Love (Rogers) Schumacher.  Charles was a graduate from Sebring High School in 1949 and the University of Florida in 1953 and served in the U.S. Army in Korea and...

July 3, 2023

Russell James Neatrour, age 100, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on October 18, 1922 in Johnstown, PA to Frank J. Neatrour and Sadie M. Helman. He worked as a machinist in the HVAC industry, was a member of First United Methodist Church, and has been a resident of Sebring, FL since...

July 2, 2023

Cenon Misa Menes, age 82, passed away surrounded by friends and family on Sunday July 2, 2023 at Advent Health Hospital Sebring Florida. He was born on December 15, 1940 in Santa Cruz, Zambales, Philippines and the fourth child to Teodulfo and Josefa Menes with his siblings, Bernardo, Constantino, Concepcion, Cesar and Norma. After high school, he...

July 1, 2023

Jacquelyn "Jackie” M. Pace, age 68, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023.  She was born September 18, 1954 in Pinellas County, Florida to William Moore, Jr. and Beatrice Cotton.  Jackie worked in Healthcare, was a member of the Mt. Zion Church of Avon Park, and has been a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Florida.  She...

June 30, 2023

Lisa Michelle Bowie, age 55, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 in Sebring, FL.  She was born April 15, 1968 in Chicago, IL.

Arrangements entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home www.stephensonnelsonfh.com

June 28, 2023

Bryan Joseph Edmonson passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 in Ocoee, Florida at the age of 44. The son of Floyd and Louise (Bettencourt) Edmonson. Bryan was born on May 26, 1979 in Hollywood, Florida. He worked as a sous-chef, was of Catholic faith, enjoyed cooking, grilling and the beach. He loved spending time with his family. He...