Rhetta "Susie" Holland
Sep 15, 2026
Rhetta “Susie” Holland, 78, passed away on September 15, 2026, at Oaks of Avon. She was born on September 9, 1948, in Pineville, West Virginia.
Susie will be remembered for the kindness and encouragement she shared so freely with others. She worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Osceola School Board, serving with dedication through her career. A member of First...
Yvonne L. "Bonnie" McCain
Sep 15, 2026
Yvonne “Bonnie” McCain, 71
Yvonne “Bonnie” McCain, 71, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the Lake Wales Care Center under the care of Vitas Hospice.
Bonnie was born February 12, 1955, in Circleville, Ohio to Kester and Duhnese (Adkins) McCain. She was a 1973 graduate of Logan Elm High School and a 1977 graduate of Ohio University.
She is survived by her...
William Harris Henderson, III
Sep 14, 2026
William “Bill” Harris Henderson, III passed away on September 14, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was born on July 27, 1952, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Bill was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked as an electrician for Haworth in Holland, Michigan. In 2009, he moved to Lake Wales from Zeeland, Michigan and made his home there.
He enjoyed...
Maria Gregoria Acuna
Sep 12, 2026
Maria Gregoria Acuna, 88, passed away on September 12, 2026, at Somers Hospice House. She was born on December 10, 1937, in Bejucos, Mexico.
Maria was a homemaker whose life was centered on her home and the people she loved. She loved flowers and found joy in cooking, cleaning, and dancing. One of her greatest pleasures was feeding her family, and...
Joan Marlys Hine
Sep 10, 2026
Joan Marlys Hine passed away on September 10, 2026, at her residence. She was born on September 23, 1936, in Alhambra, California.
In 2024, she moved to Lake Wales from Alhambra, California, making her home there in her later years.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Perry A. North, II; her recent husband, Elliott Hine; her father, Donald Cowley;...
Thomas Nixon Kinney
Sep 9, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Nixon Kinney, of Lake Wales, Florida, passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 74. He was born on March 4, 1952, in Andalusia, Alabama, to Walter and Virginia Kinney. After being raised in Greenville, Alabama, Tom and his wife, Sheila, moved to Lake Wales, Florida, in 1970.
He was a man of strong Christian faith and...
Robert Eugene Albritton
Sep 8, 2026
Robert Eugene Albritton passed away on September 8, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the care of Vitas Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 26, 1985, in Lake Wales, Florida, and remained a lifelong resident of the area.
Robert was someone who enjoyed the outdoors and the simple pleasures of life. He loved hunting and...
Noal Harvester Hickey
Sep 8, 2026
Noal Harvester Hickey passed away on September 8, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was born on September 1, 1957, in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Noal was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his brother, Carl Hickey, Jr. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Hickey Sr. and Nancy Hickey.
May Noal Harvester Hickey be remembered with peace, love,...
Jo Ann Maulden Reeves
Sep 5, 2026
Jo Ann Maulden Reeves, known with love to many as Grand Jo or Jo Jo, passed away on September 5, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was born on September 24, 1946, in Coffee County, Alabama.
Jo Ann lived a life centered on family, service, and the people she loved most. She was a retired social director for Lake Wales...
William "Bill" Thomas Mosley
Sep 4, 2026
With full but heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William "Bill" Thomas Mosley on Friday, September 4, 2026, at Somers Hospice House in Sebring.
Bill was born on November 22, 1933 to the late Leon and Beulah Mosley in Metter, Georgia. He moved to Lake Wales from Alabama in 1974.
In his 92 years on this Earth, Bill lived a life...
Robert "Bob" Stegman
Sep 4, 2026
Robert “Bob” Stegman, a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away just months before what would have been his 90th birthday in December.
Bob was a loving family man who treasured time spent with those closest to him. He and Helen enjoyed traveling together, especially cruising, and creating lasting memories with their family. He was especially proud of his...
William Edward Caraway
Sep 3, 2026
William Edward Caraway passed away on September 3, 2026, at his residence. He was born on January 24, 1953, in Frostproof, Florida.
William served his country in the United States Army. He also spent his working years driving semi trucks, a job that reflected his steady and hardworking nature. Outside of work, he enjoyed many simple pleasures in life. He liked...
Edward "Ed" Okie
Sep 2, 2026
Edward Joseph “Ed” Okie, 85, of Lake Wales, Florida, passed away on September 2, 2026. A writer, professional photographer, teacher, athlete, and lifelong adventurer, Ed believed that “Beauty is where you find it.”
Born February 4, 1941 in Fulton, New York, Ed was the son of John and Lillian (Tootell) Okoniewski both born in 1910, married 24 Oct 1931. Ed’s grandfather,...
Royal Eldred Verge, Jr.
Aug 31, 2026
Royal Eldred Verge, Jr., lovingly known as Bud, passed away at his residence on August 31, 2026. He was 83.
Born on April 8, 1943, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Bud lived a life centered on the things he enjoyed most and the people he loved best. He recently moved to Frostproof from Hinsdale, Massachusetts 15 months ago.
Bud had a special love for...
Carmen Nilda Padron Martinez Crespo
Aug 30, 2026
Carmen Nilda Crespo passed away on August 30, 2026, in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, at the age of 93. She was born on January 2, 1933, in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico.
Carmen was a homemaker whose life was centered on faith, family, and service to others. She graduated with her associate's degree and brought creativity and devotion to many parts of her...
Janice Wagner
Aug 28, 2026
Janice Wagner, 86, of Lake Wales, Florida, passed away on August 28, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. She was born on January 7, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois.
Jan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who built her life around her family. Nothing brought her more happiness than being surrounded by the people she loved. She...
Aracelis Villanueva Cotto
Aug 23, 2026
Aracelis Villanueva Cotto, 47, of Lake Wales, passed away at Advent Health in Lake Wales.
She was born October 24, 1978, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, to Avelino Villanueva and Ada Ruth Cotto.
Aracelis worked as a registered nurse for Heaven’s Little Angels in Kissimmee, FL.
She loved to listen to music, play dominoes, and watch TikToks. Most of all, Aracelis loved being...
Stephen Neal Conner
Aug 21, 2026
Stephen Neal Conner of Lake Wales, Florida passed away on August 21, 2026, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Lakeland at the age of 71. He was born on July 6, 1955, in Lake Wales to Bob and Laura Conner. Steve grew up in Lake Wales and shortly after graduating from Lake Wales High School in 1973, he began...
Rachel Hunt Smith
Aug 20, 2026
From all eternity, the Lord Almighty knew and loved Rachel Hunt Smith, who entered Heaven, beholding her Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 20, 2026. She is glorified in His presence, in Union with Him by the Holy Spirit, and she continues to worship, now free from the presence of pain, with all of His beloved people forever.
Rachel Ann Hunt was...
Bounthone Manokham
Aug 20, 2026
Bounthone Manokham, born on June 9, 1946, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy deeply cherished by his family and friends.
Throughout his long and rewarding career as a Lieutenant Governor, Bounthone touched countless lives. His compassion and tireless dedication made a meaningful impact on those in need, and his love for his family and country will...