Sep 18, 2025

Obituary for Edwin “Ed” Duane Harris

Edwin “Ed” Duane Harris, of Waverly, Florida, peacefully passed away on September 18, 2025, at his home with loved ones present.

Ed was born in 1947 in Lake Wales, Florida, and attended Harris Happy Hour School, which was run by his parents. He graduated from Lake Wales High School (LWHS) with the Class of 1965. After...

Sep 20, 2025

Robert Clarence Myers, 62

Robert “Bob” Clarence Myers, Jr. of Lake Wales passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, Florida.

Bob was born on May 13, 1963, in Amsterdam, New York to Robert Clarence Myers, Sr. and Leah Rose Heys. Bob loved Baseball, not only as a player, but as a coach as well. His number was...

Sep 18, 2025

Kathleen McGhee, 89

Kathleen McGhee, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, at AdventHealth Sebring, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience. Born on May 2, 1936, in Brundidge, Alabama, Kathleen's journey through life was marked by a deep commitment to her family and her unwavering faith in the Pentecostal tradition.

Kathleen dedicated...

Sep 14, 2025

Robert Henry Perkins, 89

Robert Henry Perkins, a devoted family man and patriotic veteran, passed away on September 14, 2025, at Winter Haven Hospital. Born on April 22, 1936, in Warsaw, New York, Robert led a life marked by service and dedication.

A proud military veteran, Robert served in the United States Army for two years before retiring from the United States...

Sep 12, 2025

James Thomas Anderson, 58

James Thomas Anderson, a cherished figure in the hearts of many, departed from this world on September 12, 2025, at his residence. Born on September 24, 1966, in Bartow, to Trenton and Linda Anderson, Tommy, as he was affectionately known, lived a life characterized by his unwavering dedication to family and community.

A self-employed carpenter, Tommy was known...

Sep 11, 2025

Ted. A. Smith, 51

Ted A. Smith, a beloved chef and dynamic personality, passed away on September 11, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales, leaving behind a legacy rich in flavor and laughter. Born on March 8, 1974, in Richmond, Virginia, Ted was a man who encapsulated the spirit of life with his professional skills and vibrant character.

For a decade, Ted served...

Sep 10, 2025

Betty Kathleen Sorrell, 82

Betty Kathleen Sorrell of Lake Wales passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the Lifecare Center in Winter Haven, with her family by her side. Born on August 7, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Harvey and Beatrix Boyer, Betty embodied a spirit of kindness and warmth that touched...

Sep 10, 2025

Carlos Jose Amaro, 74

Carlos Jose Amaro, a beloved gymnastics instructor and cherished father, passed away on September 10, 2025, at his residence. Born on February 11, 1951, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Carlos dedicated his life to nurturing the physical and personal growth of countless students through his passion for gymnastics.

Carlos...

Sep 10, 2025

Nancy Jean McGuire, 84

Nancy Jean McGuire, a beloved member of her family, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale. Born on February 7, 1941, in Neptune, New Jersey, Nancy lived a life rich in service and devotion to her loved ones.

For many years, Nancy...

Sep 5, 2025

Corinne Josephine Mark, 94, of Lake Wales, passed away peacefully at Advent Health in Lake Wales.

Born August 1, 1931, in New York City, NY to the late Michael Joseph and Elizabeth Carolyn (Grimm) Doyle, she moved to Lake Wales in 1986 from Ramsey, NJ.

She worked as a supervisor for Western Union, was a...

Sep 4, 2025

Dennis Lee Ginn, 79, of Lake Wales, Florida passed away peacefully September 4, 2025. Dennis was born January 19, 1946, in Somerset, Ohio. Dennis retired from Bunting Tripp and Ingley of Lake Wales after 40 + years. Dennis served in the Army and was stationed in Colorado and the Panama Canal Zone. He was a lifelong member of the...

Sep 1, 2025

Norman P. Padgett, Jr., 82

Norman P. Padgett of Babson Park passed away Monday, September 1, 2025, at Winter Haven Hospital.

He was born March 19, 1943, in Lake Wales to the late Norman “Bob” and Lyda Padgett, Sr.; he was a lifelong resident of the area.  Norman was a retired Lineman, Service...

Aug 29, 2025

Richard Cody Kirkland, 29

Cody Kirkland of Lake Wales passed away Friday, August 29, 2025.

He was born February 6, 1996, in Bartow; he was a resident of other towns but decided to settle back in Lake Wales three years ago. Cody loved his career in construction and in his free time he...

Aug 29, 2025

Raymond Edward Agnew, Jr., 85

Raymond Agnew, Jr. of Winter Haven passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2025, under the care of Good Shepherd Hospice.

Raymond was born on October 13, 1939, in Rhinebeck, New York, to Rev. Raymond E. Agnew and Margaret Long.

Raymond was in the United States AirForce and...

Aug 28, 2025

John Ray Hodge, 55

John Hodge of Lake Wales passed away Thursday, at 6:45 AM on August 28, 2025, at AdventHealth Heart of Florida in Davenport, FL.

John was born on October 5, 1969, in Lake Wales, Florida to Earnest Hodge and Helen Jane Barton. John was of Pentecostal Faith who was very proud and...

Aug 28, 2025

William “Bill” Eugene Brown, 68

William “Bill” Brown of Lake Wales passed away Thursday, August 28, 2025, at AdventHealth Celebration.

He was born March 26, 1957, in Lake Wales to the late Eugene and Sylvia Brown. Bill was a lifelong resident of Lake Wales where he retired from Warner University as the Supervising...

Aug 24, 2025

Marlisa Karola Abel, 87

Marlisa Karola Abel of Lake Wales passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center.

She was born March 14, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Heinz and Margaret Braschos; she moved to Lake Wales from Cleveland, Ohio in 1963. Marlisa was a real estate agent...

Aug 22, 2025

Kenneth Robert Woods, 80

Kenneth Robert Woods of Lake Wales passed away Friday, August 22, 2025 at George C. Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale.

He was born February 18, 1945 in Lake Wales to the late Murdock and Merle Woods. Kenneth was an industrial parts salesman for Motion Industries and served with the...

Aug 20, 2025

Richard Allen Lettman, 79

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving father, Richard Allen Lettman, 79, on August 20, 2025, in Rockledge, Florida. Born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, Richard lived a life defined by quiet strength, hard work, and devotion to his family.

After growing up in...

Aug 19, 2025

Marilyn Feltham, 81

Marilyn Feltham of River Ranch passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at Waters Edge.

She was born August 13, 1944 in Benkelman, Nebraska to the late Alvin and Irene Kehlbeck; she has been in the area for 25 years, first as a winter resident then permanently. Marilyn had the...