William Randal Larson
Dec 11, 2025
William "Bill" Randal Larson passed away on December 11, 2025, at the age of 78, in Lake Wales, Florida. Born on January 8, 1947, in Westfield, New York, Bill led a life marked by dedication and love for his family.
Bill's career as a manufacturing manager at TSI showed his strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. His journey in education...
Charles Santo Zito
Dec 10, 2025
Charles Santo Zito, known fondly as Chuck, passed away on December 10, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. Born on June 21, 1937, in Baltimore, Maryland, Chuck lived a life rich in family and faith.
He dedicated his career to Information Services for General Electric for 34 years, where he made many contributions over the years. Chuck proudly served as a Veteran...
Sonny Jackson
Dec 8, 2025
Sonny Jackson, a devoted family man and skilled tradesman, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Lake Wales, Florida, at the age of 76. Born on January 22, 1949, in Blakely, Georgia to the late Charlie and Hilda Jackson.
Sonny was a proud veteran who served with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Throughout his life, Sonny built...
Debbie Dee Farrow
Dec 8, 2025
Debbie Dee Farrow, a cherished member of the community and a devoted family woman, passed away on December 8, 2025, at The Grove Center in Lake Wales. Born on April 30, 1951, in Zanesville, Ohio, Debbie led a life marked by hard work, love, and community engagement.
As the owner and operator of Farrow Trucking, Debbie shared her professional journey with...
Larry Hugh Linton
Dec 8, 2025
Larry Hugh Linton, a beloved figure in the Lake Wales community, passed away on December 8, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. Born on June 25, 1948, in Lake Wales, Florida, Larry made an indelible mark on both his family and the community he served throughout his life.
Larry dedicated his career to the citrus industry, serving as the harvesting manager for...
Janice Carol Fisher May
Dec 5, 2025
Janice Carol Fisher May, a beloved homemaker, was born on April 14, 1937, in Lake Wales, Florida. After graduating from Lake Wales High School, she committed herself to her family and home, a role she cherished throughout her life. Janice had a joyful spirit and was known for her good sense of humor that brought smiles to those around her.
Janice...
Jenella Arlene Stokes
Dec 3, 2025
Jenella Arlene Stokes, 79, of Lake Wales, FL, passed away December 3, 2025. She was born on September 18, 1946, in Lake Wales, FL, to Mary and Maynor Davis.
Arlene, as she was known to most, was a beloved wife and mother. She loved the beach, fishing, cruises, and any social gatherings where she could laugh, dance, and have fun.
She is...
Janice Orene Bartram
Dec 1, 2025
Janice Orene Bartram, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away on December 1, 2025, at George C. Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale. Born on June 8, 1971, in Nelsonville, Ohio, Janice embraced life with warmth and joy.
Janice had a career as an Administrative Assistant for the Lakeland Institute of Learning. Known for her good parties, she had...
Ronnie Lee Spence
Nov 29, 2025
Ronnie Lee Spence, a dedicated electrician and loving family man, passed away on November 29, 2025, at the Lakeland Regional Medical Center. Born on August 26, 1954, in Fort Riley, Kansas, Ronnie led a life full of love, creativity, and passion that touched the hearts of many.
Throughout his career, Ronnie served as an electrician for Lakeland Regional Medical Center. He...
Rosemary Blake
Nov 29, 2025
Rosemary “Cookie” Blake passed away peacefully at home on November 29, 2025.
She was born in Queens, New York to the late Nick and Louise Arpino, and later Helen Arpino McKenzie; she moved to South Florida in 1969. Cookie was a resident of Lake Wales for over 40 years, during that time she was an active parishioner of Holy Spirit Catholic...
Susan Nicole Carden
Nov 29, 2025
Susan Nicole Carden, born on June 15, 1981, in Lake Wales, Florida, passed away on November 29, 2025, in Indian Lake Estates, Florida.
She worked in the service department for Everglades Equipment and proudly served in the Army Reserve. Susan was a vibrant soul who enjoyed the outdoors and had a passion for riding four wheelers. From a young age, she...
Lucy Segarra-Rojas
Nov 28, 2025
On Friday, November 28, 2025, Lucy Segarra-Rojas passed away peacefully, hours after her 94th birthday. From the moment of her birth until the time she left us for God’s embrace, Lucy lived wholly from the heart. Later in life, when asked about her accomplishments, she answered simply, “Loving my family and hope that they love me.” For the family, we...
Earline Mavis Nowling
Nov 24, 2025
Earline Mavis Nowling, born on November 24, 1937, in Greenville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, at Winter Haven Hospital. She lived a full life of love and dedication, reaching the age of 88.
Earline had a rich career as a press operator for St. Joe Paper Company and also worked at Findley Industries. Beyond her work, she embraced...
Eloise Farrow Binkley
Nov 21, 2025
Eloise Farrow Binkley, born on February 16, 1945, in Reedsville, Georgia, passed away on November 21, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales, while under the care of Vitas Hospice.
She was the Grade Manager of Hunt Brothers Citrus. Eloise was a great mother and grandmother, who enriched the lives of her family with love and warmth. Her vibrant personality was complemented by...
Donald Wayne Emmett
Nov 19, 2025
Donald Wayne Emmett, affectionately known as “Don,” passed away on November 19, 2025, at his residence. Born on April 30, 1950, in Tampa, Florida to the late W.C. and Grace Emmett.
Don was a welder for Petersen Industries. Throughout his years, Don embraced his daring spirit, indulging in thrilling pursuits such as skydiving and motorcycle riding, much to the dismay of...
Jean A. Wright
Nov 15, 2025
Jean A. Wright, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of her community, was born on November 12, 1938, in Delaplane, Virginia. She passed peacefully on November 15, 2025, at the Life Care Center of Winter Haven.
Throughout her life, Jean dedicated herself to her family, and she found joy in cooking, listening to music, and spending quality time with loved ones....
Joan Macker
Nov 14, 2025
Joan Macker, a cherished matriarch and dedicated homemaker, was born on April 19, 1940, in Cardwell, Missouri. She departed this life on November 14, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be felt by her family and community.
Joan was raised in Leachville, Arkansas by her parents, Aaron and Sylvia Taylor. In...
Alan John Bradley
Nov 12, 2025
Alan John Bradley, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his residence on November 12, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 14, 1956, in Elmhurst, Illinois, Alan lived a life steeped in love for his family.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Alan served during the Vietnam War. He was a skilled diesel...
Ramiro Corona Granados
Nov 10, 2025
Ramiro Corona Granados, affectionately known as Rami, passed away on November 10, 2025.
Born on November 20, 1977, in Mexico City, Mexico, Rami was a vibrant spirit whose laughter and kindness lit up the lives of everyone around him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and an unforgettable sense of humor. As the owner of Granados Produce in...
Michael Allen Shoppa
Nov 3, 2025
Michael Allen Shoppa, a cherished husband, father, and veteran, passed away on November 3, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales, Florida. Born on March 13, 1954, in Muscatine, Iowa. Michael's life was marked by his dedication to family, passion for the great outdoors, and commitment to serving his country.
During his formative years, Michael developed a strong sense of adventure that would...