Linda Ann Unger
February 3, 2026
Linda Ann Unger, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Sebring, Florida. She was born on September 20, 1959, in Wauchula, Florida, the daughter of the late Mabry Murphy and Linda Wilkins Murphy. Linda worked for many years as a cafeteria manager with the Highlands County School System, where she was known for her dedication and care...
Randy Thomas Farless
February 1, 2026
Randy Thomas Farless, age 57, of Avon Park, Florida, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, February 1, 2026. He was born April 22, 1968 at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base in Michigan to Alvin and Elizabeth (Davidson) Farless. Randy retired as a Senior Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force in 2015 after serving for 26 years and 26...
Maria Milagros Medina Jiménez
January 31, 2026
Maria Milagros Jiménez (nee: Medina) of Avon Park, Florida, peacefully passed onto her next journey this January 31, 2026 surrounded by her well-loved family. Born on January 1, 1953 in Lares, Puerto Rico, Milagros was a beloved partner, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She touched the lives of many with her profound sense of humor, warmth, creativity,...
Gloria M. Ritenour
January 31, 2026
Gloria “Linda” Malinda Ritenour, age 76, of Avon Park, Florida passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in her home. She has been a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Florida, born here to her late parents Claude Welch and Hoyte (Martin) Welch.
Linda was a very hard worker. She loved reading romance novels, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and...
Laurence Wedeman
January 29, 2026
Laurence Wedeman, lovingly known as Larry, formerly of Lewes, Delaware and most recently of Sebring, Florida, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the age of 72, with his devoted wife by his side. While his passing leaves a deep void, Larry’s life was one full of love, music, laughter, and connection, one that will...
Loretta Ann Littlehale
January 28, 2026
It is with deep sadness that the Littlehale, Woods and Shea families announce the passing of Loretta “Laurie” Ann Littlehale (Woods). Lauri passed “over the rainbow”, as she preferred to say, on Wednesday January 28, 2026.
Laurie was born on January 10, 1946, to her mother Frances (Dolan) and Robert Littlehale. Robert and Frances would later get divorced. Frances would marry...
Phyllis Marie Klepser
January 28, 2026
The family of Phyllis Marie Klepser is saddened to announce her death on January 29, 2026, in Sebring, FL. She was born to Herman and Grace Horn on July 10, 1942, in New London, CT.
Phyllis is preceded in death by both of her parents, her husband 49 years Thomas Klepser. She is survived by her son; Mark Klepser, two grandchildren...
Richard Harry Byam
January 27, 2026
Richard Harry Byam, 85, of Houghton Lake passed away on Tuesday January 27, 2026 at Avon Park, Florida.
Richard was born on December 23, 1940 in Owosso, Michigan to Roland and Helen (Hawkey) Byam. He grew up in Durand and graduated from Durand High School. Richard worked for General Motors for many years, and retired in 1989. He owned his Houghton...
David Walter Carrington
January 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of David Carrington
Born on October 24, 1959, in Tarpon Springs, Florida, David Walter Carrington was the beloved son of Sandra Bliss and Howard Carrington. He spent much of his life doing what he loved most, shrimping. The water was where he felt most at home, and the work was more than a living; it was part of...
Nancy Faye Bryant
January 27, 2026
Nancy Faye Bryant, age 86, of Sebring, Florida, went home to be with the lord on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
She was born in Toombs County, Georgia on September 10, 1939 to the late Owen and Nancy Jones. Her service of all endeavors for 47 years was the position of Automotive Accountant and Comptroller. She was a member of the Elks...
Layne Phil Henderson
January 26, 2026
Layne Phil Henderson, 56, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. Born in Springfield, Missouri, Layne moved to Sebring in 1985, where he built a life filled with love, family, and passion. His faith was rooted in the Catholic Church, guiding him throughout his life.
Layne's passions were many - he loved cars, especially Mustangs, and enjoyed racing....
Kathleen Marie King
January 26, 2026
Kathleen M. King, 78, of Sebring, Florida, passed away at 2:55 a.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Hospital in Lakeland, Florida. Kathleen was born on April 4, 1947, in Cortland, New York, the daughter of Doris Polizzi (Munson) and George Haskell. She had been a resident of Sebring for the past 49 years, having moved there from...
Denis Richard Hood
January 26, 2026
Denis Richard Hood, 77, a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Florida, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. Denis was born on May 17, 1948, in Avon Park, Florida, the son of the late William Richard Hood and Janet Barker Hood. Denis graduated from Avon Park High School in 1966. He then moved to Gainesville, Florida, where he met Olivia...
Carolyn Lee Bender
January 26, 2026
The family of Carolyn Lee Bender is saddened to announce her death on January 26, 2026, in Lake Placid, FL. Carolyn was born to James and Lutrelle Bender on March 14, 1943, in Fort Pierce, FL.
She is survived by her son; Charles Bender and his wife Tiffany Naumann-Bender, granddaughter Angelia Bender and great granddaughter Aubriella Covington.
Arrangements entrusted to:Stephenson-Nelson Funeral HomeSebring,...
Marian Wiegold
January 25, 2026
Marian Wiegold, 92, of Sebring, Florida passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, just two days shy of her 93 rd birthday. She was surrounded by family and loved ones. Marian was born in Chicago, Illinois on January 27, 1933, to Rose (Zavurka) and James Kubec, the eldest of two daughters. Marian graduated from Morton High School in 1950 and...
Perry Lloyd Prescott
January 23, 2026
Perry Lloyd Prescott, age 68, of Alva, Florida, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026. He was born August 18, 1957 in Immokalee, Florida to Joe Prescott and Evelyn (Dragg) Gabrielsen. Perry was an Underground Utilities Contractor and also a Cattleman. He is a member of Florida Avenue Baptist Church and has been a resident of Alva, Florida since 1993, moving...
Bruce Allen
January 23, 2026
He lived his life with strength, grounded in faith and guided by deep love for his family and those around him. Integrity, devotion, and doing what was right defined the way he lived and served.
At the age of 22, Bruce went to an altar and accepted Jesus Christ into his heart. He later said he was speechless for nearly half...
Alden P Wheeler
January 22, 2026
Alden P. Wheeler, age 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Sebring, Florida. He was born on November 9, 1946, in Maine, the son of Philip West Wheeler and Alice (LaCroix). Alden proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, a chapter of his life he held with honor and pride. Alden was a devoted...
Sharon Ann Riddle
January 21, 2026
Sharon Ann Riddle, age 79, of Avon Park, Florida, passed into eternity on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. She was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia on January 2, 1947 to Floyd and Marylin Knotts. Always a vibrant personality, Sharon raised a family and worked in hospitality and restaurant management for many years. Her joys in life included gardening, sewing, creating unique...
Wanda Faye Norris Pinkerton
January 21, 2026
Wanda Faye Jenkins Norris Pinkerton, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
She was born on May 30, 1942, in Clinton, Tennessee, to the late Hubert Jenkins and Jennie (White) Jenkins Austin. Wanda was a graduate of Jefferson High School in Roanoke, Virginia, and later attended Piedmont Bible College in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It...