Linda Gail Spradley
Jan 11, 2026
Linda Gail SpradleyBeloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and friend to many, passed away on January 11th, 2026 in Lake Wales, Florida.She was born June 21st, 1949 in Lakeland, Florida to Henry Milton Skinner & Rosalie Louise Johnson. She is survived by her four children: John Spradley (Lake Wales), Henry Spradley (Lake Wales), Tina Spradley (Lake Wales), and Kelly Dunnavent (Kentucky); 18...
Audry J. Chickness
Jan 11, 2026
Audry J. Chickness, a beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully in her residence on January 11, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on February 7, 1935, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, she lived a full and vibrant life.
Audry was cherished for her role as a homemaker, where she dedicated herself to her family with love and care. She had many interests that...
Arthur Harold Spath, IV
Jan 11, 2026
Arthur Harold Spath IV passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday January 11, 2026. Arthur was Born to Arthur Harold Spath III and Margaret (Schell) Spath on July 6th 1973. After graduating high school, Arthur joined the United States Navy.
Arthur served in operation Desert Storm proudly serving his country. After a honorable discharge he started his professional career in the automobile...
Vanessa Ann Brooks
Jan 11, 2026
Vanessa Ann Brooks, born on January 6, 1959, in Bartow, Florida, departed this world on January 11, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales.
A devoted homemaker, Vanessa dedicated her life to nurturing her family and creating a warm, home where memories blossomed and joy was abundant. From her earliest days, Vanessa was a beacon of love, especially to her mother, with whom...
Joel Tolson
Jan 10, 2026
Joel Tolson, born on July 16, 1958, in Lake Wales, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales.
He was a dedicated mechanic at Lake Wales Tractor Company for many years, known for his skill and commitment to his work. Joel was a member of The Bridge Central Church, where he found community and fellowship. He enjoyed...
Russell George Fink
Jan 9, 2026
Russell George Fink, a loving and good son, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 64. He was born on April 25, 1961, in Ilion, New York.
Russell was well-known for his warm personality and his fondness for people. He cherished his family deeply and had a special bond with his dog, Nova. His interests included playing pool...
Arsenio Delgado Vives
Jan 8, 2026
Arsenio Delgado Vives, a beloved son, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 8, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the compassionate care of Vitas Hospice. He was born on August 22, 1940, in the town of San Luis Pinar del Rio, Cuba, growing up to become a man of remarkable character and unwavering dedication.
Arsenio lived a life marked...
Christine Ann Faircloth
Jan 3, 2026
Christine Ann Faircloth, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was born on August 11, 1955, in Rockford, Illinois. She left this world peacefully on January 3, 2026, at Winter Haven Hospital. Her passing occurred during the wolf moon, a time that held special significance for her, as she had a deep affection for wolves.
Throughout her life, Christine had a fulfilling...
Mary Carolyn Conner
Dec 31, 2025
Mary Carolyn Conner of Lake Wales, Florida passed away at home Wednesday, December 31, 2025, after a hard battle with cancer .
Mary was born March 8, 1940 in DeFuniak Springs to Rosa Lee & Terence Nelson Conner, she moved to Lake Wales in 1951.
Mary worked at Lake Wales police department for a total of 29 1/2 years. She was a...
Burrell T. Swears
Dec 31, 2025
Burrell T. Swears, a beloved family man, passed away on December 31, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales, under the care of Vitas Hospice. He was born on September 1, 1932, in Muskegon, Michigan, a place that held a special place in his heart throughout his life.
Burrell proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War,...
Emeterio Jimenez
Dec 29, 2025
Emeterio Jimenez, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 29, 2025, at the residence of his daughter. He was born on June 20, 1947, in Duster, Michigan.
Emeterio dedicated much of his life to his work as a dental technician, where he was known for his caring approach and commitment to his patients. He was a man...
Pedro Juan Torres, Jr.
Dec 28, 2025
Pedro Juan Torres, Jr., known affectionately as Peter, passed away on December 28, 2025, at the AdventHealth Winter Haven ER. He was born on September 22, 1965, in New York, New York, and lived a life dedicated to serving others.
Peter was a registered nurse and a volunteer firefighter, roles that exemplified his caring nature and commitment to helping people in...
Brenda Lee Knowles
Dec 28, 2025
LAKE WALES, Ms. Brenda L Knowles, passed away surrounded by her loving family on 12/28/25. Ms. Knowles was born January 4, 1961, in Cincinnati, Ohio and she was raised in Newport, Kentucky where she attended school and graduated from Newport High School in 1979. She worked many years in the logistics industry with Pyramid, Food Lion and most recently with...
Robert "Bob" William Ehlen
Dec 27, 2025
Robert "Bob" Ehlen, born on May 28, 1954, in Teaneck, New Jersey, passed away on December 27, 2025, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was 71 years old.
Bob was well-known as the owner and operator of Livingston Oil Company in New Jersey, a business that showcased his dedication and hard work throughout his career. In 2012, Bob made the move to...
Bryan Roy Lamons
Dec 26, 2025
Bryan Roy Lamons, who was born on September 1, 1945, in New Zealand, peacefully passed away on December 26, 2025, at Forsythe Hospice House.
He was an auto salesman by profession. Bryan had a deep passion for hobbies that brought him joy and relaxation. He loved fishing, working on cars, and hitting the golf course whenever he could. As a devoted...
Garrison Lance Gravley
Dec 26, 2025
Garrison Lance Gravley, born on October 7, 2003, in Sebring, Florida, passed away on December 26, 2025.
He graduated from Frostproof Middle Senior High School, a place where he surely made many memories. Garrison was a dedicated Installer and Inspection Technician at Pye-Barker Fire and Safety, where he approached his work with great commitment. His love for musical instruments was well-known;...
Mary Pauline "Polly" Verrier (Daye)
Dec 25, 2025
Mary Pauline "Polly" Verrier (Daye), a beloved member of her community and a cherished family matriarch, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 25, 2025. She was born on April 21, 1930, in North Sydney, Nova Scotia.
Polly began her career as a sales associate at Zales Department Store, where she enjoyed engaging with customers and sharing her warmth. In...
Martha Hernandez
Dec 24, 2025
Martha Hernandez, a fashionable and vibrant woman, was born on January 30, 1971, in Veracruz, Mexico. She passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at AdventHealth Heart of Florida.
She brought joy and creativity into the lives of those around her through her love for sewing and her enjoyment of watching Spanish shows on television. Her unique sense of style and...
Paul Griffin, Jr.
Dec 24, 2025
L. Paul Griffin, Jr., a devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 24, 2025.
He was born on August 30, 1934, in Lake Wales, Florida. Paul led a life dedicated to his family and his work, serving as a mechanic at Mountain Lake and a long-time custodian at Golfview Baptist Church. Throughout his years, Paul had a...
Peggy J. Belcher
Dec 22, 2025
Peggy J. Belcher of Lake Wales passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2025.
Born February 16, 1946 in Vanndale, Arkansas, she moved to Central Florida many years ago.
When she was younger, she enjoyed gardening.
She is preceded in death by her husband, James Belcher; and grandchildren, Cody Walters and Jordan Belcher.
Survivors include her daughter, Tina Marie Walters and her husband Greg,...