Jerry Lee Denstorff
May 20, 2025
Jerry Lee Denstorff, born December 25, 1936, in Danville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at the age of 88.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Pauline Denstorff, and his brother, Herman. He is survived by his devoted wife, Joan, with whom he shared 64 years of...
Robert Carl Fritze
May 19, 2025
Robert “Bob” Carl Fritze, of Sebring, Florida, went to be with the Lord on May 19, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born on April 10, 1939, in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Carl and Ann Fritze. Bob graduated from Coxsackie-Athens High School in 1957 and enlisted in the USAFSS.
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Jerry Shawley
May 18, 2025
Jerry Kyle Shawley, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on May 18, 2025 at the age of 73. He was born on July 6, 1951 In Rockford, Illinois, to the late Lloyd and Denise Shawley. Jerry had been a Sebring resident for nearly 25 years, moving to the area in 2000 from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
Mary Ann Smith
May 18, 2025
Mary Ann Smith, a devoted wife, cherished mother, beloved grandmother, and treasured friend, was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 68 on May 18th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Her life was a shining example of unconditional love, generosity, and deep faith. She lived with a heart wide open,...
Shirley A. Kolp
May 16, 2025
Shirley A. Kolp (86 years old) passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Sebring, FL after battling an illness with multiple myeloma. She was born November 19, 1938 in Indianapolis, IN. Her parents were William B. & Julia F. (Epperson) Mathews; both preceded her in death. She was married to...
John Preston Smith
May 15, 2025
John Preston Smith, age 50, of Sebring, Florida, passed away May 15, 2025. He was born November 6, 1974 in Baltimore, Maryland to John Carlisle Smith and Deborah Hemlinger-DeLoach. He is survived by his Mother – Deborah DeLoach; Current step father Richard Flood; sister Heather Melvin; brother Justin Pursifull; brother Joshua pursifull; Brother-in-law Craig Melvin; and many...
Wesley Harwell
May 14, 2025
Wesley Harwell, of Sebring, FL, passed away on May 14, 2025, at the age of 70. He was born in Plant City, FL to his parents Charlie and Doris Harwell. Wesley worked doing landscape maintenance at McArthur Farms. He was a resident of Sebring; only being here 3 months, coming from Okeechobee, Florida. One of his hobbies...
Roger Kenneth Wilde
May 14, 2025
Dr. Roger Kenneth Wilde, age 91, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025 in Sebring, Florida. He was born in Lincoln, Nebraska to Ralph and Margaret Hymer on April 27, 1934. He grew up in Boise, Idaho on his parents’ dairy farm. Dr. Wilde was a resident of Sebring since 2001 coming from Jacksonville, FL. He liked to teach, loved...
Eileen Sachsenmaier
May 13, 2025
Eileen Sachsenmaier, age 87, a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Florida, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. She was born on July 6, 1937 in Avon Park, Florida to her loving parents Wilbur “Bill” and Barbara (Wever) Sachsenmaier. She was a dedicated mother to her four children. Eileen was a past president of the...
Mehertab Woldeselase Aeymut
May 13, 2025
A Lesson in Kindness I’ll Never Forget
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I remember that night in Wondogenet years ago—you, me, and little Markos laughing under the stars as we walked down to the hot springs. The air was thick with steam and the sound of splashing water. Aster and Bizuye went to the women’s side, while the three...
Carmen Amarylis Pagan Lopez
May 13, 2025
Carmen Amarylis Pagan Lopez, age 56, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 in Sebring, Florida. She was born in Guanica, Puerto Rico on October 9, 1968 to the late Antonio Pagan and Nydia Lopez. Carmen had been a resident since 2022 coming from Birmingham, AL and was a fitness trainer. She loved fitness as well as cooking, especially Italian...
Robert James Larson
May 12, 2025
Robert James Larson, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in Lake Placid, FL, at the age of 88. Born on December 24, 1936, in Burlington, IA, Robert's life was characterized by dedication to his family, service to his country, and active participation in community organizations, including organizing the Caladium festival car show for several years in Lake Placid,...
Mark Anthony Puckett
May 12, 2025
Mark Anthony Puckett, 66, of Sebring, FL, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025. Born on January 23, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Walter and Julia Puckett, Mark had been a cherished resident of Sebring since 2016.Mark was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Karen Ann Puckett, his son Mark Puckett Jr and his sister, Patty...
Lloyd Oakley Tatum, Jr.
May 11, 2025
Lloyd Oakley Tatum Jr., age 77, of Lake Placid, Florida, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025. He was born on May 11, 1948 in Dade County, Florida to the late Lloyd and Jean Tatum. Lloyd made Lake Placid his home when he moved from Miami in 1986. He loved all things country. During his free time, he enjoyed...
Ernestine Deen Pettit
May 10, 2025
Ernestine “Dee” Deen Pettit, age 82, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Saturday morning, May 10, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1943, in Miami, FL to Ernest and Hattie (Fewox) Harvill. Eventually, Dee’s family moved to Wauchula, FL, which is where she grew up. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, working cattle with her dad, and riding her...
Paula Ann Stamps
May 10, 2025
Paula Ann Stamps, age 64, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 in Sebring, Florida. She was born in Miami, Florida on July 2, 1960 to the late Richard P. and Mildred L. (Landress) Mason. She had been a resident since 1980 coming from Miami, was of the Lutheran Faith and enjoyed spending time with her Grandkids. Paula loved to...
Ariel Armando Ortega
May 10, 2025
Ariel Armando Ortega, age 20, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 in Miami, Florida. He was born on February 19, 2005 to Rafael A. Ortega and Roxanna M. Padilla in Miami, Florida. He loved music, walking, was a friendly person, and played football in high school. Ariel was a lead manager for Walgreens and then worked as a manager...
Glenn Dennis Manning, Jr.
May 9, 2025
Glenn Dennis Manning Jr., aged 74, passed away peacefully in Sebring, Florida, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on July 21, 1950, in Evarts, Kentucky, Glenn was a man of integrity and kindness who lived a life marked by strength, resourcefulness, and a profound love for the nature world.
Glenn proudly served his country as...
George Warner Graham
May 8, 2025
George Warner Graham passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. He was born on December 22, 1943 in Key West, Florida.
Maureen Margaret Hecox
May 8, 2025
Maureen Margaret Hecox, age 76, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025 in Sebring, Florida. She was born on November 10, 1948 in Cambridge, Massachusetts to the late Bartholomeu W. and Frances M. (Basteri) LaVie. Maureen had been a resident since 1986 coming from Ashby, MA and was a member of Bible Fellowship Church. She loved to line dance and...