March 9, 2023

Sebring, FL—Russell Van Albritton Jr. (89) passed away on March 9 at home with his wife (Marty) and daughter (Kim) by his side; and went to eternal peace and love with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  He was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of Sebring.

He leaves his wife, Martha Martin Albritton; daughter,...

March 8, 2023

Mary Louise Bass of Avon Park, FL went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, and what a day of rejoicing it was! Mary was born on June 15, 1930 in Carrollton, GA, the second child and only daughter of the late Barney “BC” and Jewell Smith (Langley). She met her life-long love, Milton, of...

March 8, 2023

Charles Leslie Hoppes, 81 of Avon Park, Florida went to be with our Lord on March 8, 2023. He was born December 27, 1941 to the late Robert and Catherine Cunningham Hoppes of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. Charles is preceded in death by his Brothers-Robert Hoppes of Wichita, Kansas; Frederick Hoppes of San Antonio, Texas. He is survived by his Wife-Fannie...

March 8, 2023

James Whitaker McCracken, age 66, passed away on Wednesday March 8, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on March 31, 1956 in Geneva, Ohio, the son of Franklin Roosevelt and Arlene (Whitaker) McCracken. James worked as a parts manager in the automotive industry and has been a resident of Sebring for 3 years, having come from Humble, Texas....

March 8, 2023

Patricia “Dee” Dianne Thompson went home to be with Jesus on March 8, 2023 at the age of 68.  Born to William and Addie McKnight on March 3,1955 in Graceville, FL. Proceeded in death by both parents and son Patrick.

She is survived by her husband Roy Thompson of 45 years; daughters Felicia [Brian] Wilder, two children...

March 6, 2023

Ernest “Ernie” Robert Bryant, age 66, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023 in Sebring, Florida.  He was born March 4, 1957 in Arcadia, FL to the late David E. and Mary E. Bryant.  He had been a resident of Avon Park, FL since 1991 coming from Naples, Florida and was a member of First Baptist Church of Avon Park. ...

March 5, 2023

James W. Buchanan, age 85, passed away on Sunday March 5, 2023 in Ft. Pierce Florida. He was born on February 17, 1938 in Mathews, Virginia, the son of James Elwood and Hazel Claire (Bassett) Buchanan. James proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, retiring after 20+ years. After retirement from the US Air...

March 5, 2023

Melvin Lyle Feathers, age 80, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023 in Sarasota, Florida. He was born November 6, 1942 in Decatur, Illinois to the late Lyle Woodrow and Elizabeth Jameson Feathers. He moved to the area from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, was of the Methodist faith, and was a veteran serving in the US Army Reserves, as well...

March 5, 2023

Miguel Angel Bonhomme, age 54, passed away on Sunday March 5, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on October 4, 1968 in Manhattan, New York, the son of Miguel Esteban Bonhomme and Carmen Belen (Charbonnier) Bonhomme. Miguel worked as an IT Technician, was of the Catholic faith, and has been a resident of Sebring for over 20 years,...

March 5, 2023

Kathleen Gail Eason, age 62, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023 in Fort Pierce, Florida.  She was born December 19, 1960 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the late Barry Lee and Ellen Mary (Melcher) Schnable.  She had been a resident of Sebring Florida for 40+ years coming from Ft. Lauderdale and was of the Christian faith.  Kathleen enjoyed going...

March 1, 2023

Gerald Robert Ellsworth, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on March 30, 1936 in Lorain, Ohio, the son of Gerald R. and Ila H. (Hawley) Ellsworth. Gerald worked as a geologist for six years and a construction engineer until he retired. He proudly served his country in the United States...

February 28, 2023

Katherine Mary Langford Swaine moved from the loving arms of her family to the loving arms of her Savior on February 28, 2023.  She is survived by her steadfast husband of 59 years, J. Michael Swaine, their three sons: R. Michael Swaine (Connie), J. William Swaine (Nikki) and Robert S. Swaine (Jody); nine grandchildren: Michael (Melissa), Katrina,...

February 27, 2023

Joyce Natalie Geister Olsen McMichael, daughter of  Robert and Ila Wetmore Geister, passed away on Monday February 27, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. She was born on February 28, 1936  in Elwell, Michigan. Joyce attended school in Belding Michigan. A mother of four – Wesley, Keith, Jeff and Lynn Olsen.; stepmother to five – Ronald, Michael, Daniel, Terri and Gerald...

February 25, 2023

Rebecca “Becky” Joyce Jongeward, age 74, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023. She was born on October 31, 1948 in Boulder, Colorado to James David Hendricks and Elizabeth Taylor Hendricks. Becky has been a resident of Sebring since 2012 moving from the Philippines. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Sebring and...

February 24, 2023

Ruth Lee Still passed away in Sebring on February 24, 2023. She was born in St. Petersburg, FL in 1938 to Monroe R. Still, and Bertie Williams Still. The family moved to Sebring when she was in 3rd grade, and in 4th grade her life-long passion for music began with "tonette" classes with "Prof" Gustat. She took up the...

February 20, 2023

Sunrise:3-06-1948 - Sunset:2-20-2023

With a heavy heart I have to announce that my Sister Rebecca Bradley has earned her Angle Wings and is now in Heaven. She was one of a kind and touched so many Hearts. She was a Wonderful Dedicated Mother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend. We are all devastated to lose her to early; and...

February 20, 2023

Louis “Lou” Lee Word, age 60, of Sebring, Florida passed away on February 20, 2023 in Lehigh Acres, Florida. He was born on July 22, 1962 to David L. Word and Vivian (Pipkin) Word in Lakeland, Florida. Lou has been a lifelong resident of Florida and was a member of the Neighborhood Church of Sebring. He proudly served in...

February 19, 2023

Robert Paul Zelin, Sr. age 76 passed away February 19, 2023 in Sebring, FL. He was born to Otto and Pat Zelin on October 28, 1946. Robert has been a part-time resident of Sebring, FL for the last 7 years. He loved working with investments and learning all about the Civil War. Robert is survived by his wife, Suzanne...

February 19, 2023

Jack Hendricks Moore passed away at the age of 100 on Sunday, February 19, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. He was born June 5, 1922 in Southport, Indiana to the late Furman F. and Marcia H. Moore. During World War II, Jack served in the Navy as a gunners mate aboard the USS Sacramento and returned fire at Japanese aircraft...

February 18, 2023

Marcella A. Sebring, age 51, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023 in Sebring, Florida. She was born March 25, 1971 to Richard Green and Sandra Johnson.

Marcella graduated from Sebring High School in 1989. She continued her education at UCF and received an Associate in Science as a legal assistant. Upon returning to Sebring, she worked as...