Pauline Marie Merrell

Pauline Marie Merrell

Nov 11, 2024

Pauline Marie Merrell, 84

Pauline Marie Merrell of Frostproof passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Somers Hospice House.

She was born October 15, 1940, in Filmore, New York to the late Stanley and Edith DeGroff; she moved to Frostproof from New York 23 years ago. Pauline was the owner of an...

Joan Beverly Townshend

Joan Beverly Townshend

Nov 11, 2024

Joan Beverly (Campbell) Townshend, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at Winter Haven Hospital in Florida, on November 11, 2024. Born on June 26, 1945, in Washington D.C., Joan was a vibrant presence and was known for her strong will, unwavering determination, and love and support for her family.

Joan dedicated her life to...

Jenni Marie Fussell

Jenni Marie Fussell

Nov 10, 2024

Jenni Marie Fussell, 40

Jenni Marie Fussell, 40, of Lake Wales, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024

She was born January 9, 1984, to John Fussell, and Terri Ross Fussell in West Palm Beach. She moved to Lake Wales 4 years ago from Everglades City. She was a Digital Business Consultant, and she was of...

Larry William Durham

Larry William Durham

Nov 10, 2024

Larry William Durham, 63

Larry William Durham of Frostproof passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Gulfside Healthcare Services in Zephyrhills.

He was born July 26, 1961 in Elmhurst, Illinois to the late Richard and Alice Durham; he moved to Frostproof from Stuart, Florida two years ago. Larry was an Aviation Crew Chief...

Carolyn Smith

Carolyn Smith

Nov 8, 2024

Carolyn Smith, 88

Carolyn Smith of Lake Wales passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale.

She was born May 18, 1936 in Hartford City, Indiana to the late Dane and Esther Careins; she moved to Lake Wales from her hometown in 2010. Carolyn was a retired teacher for...

Joseph L. Berta

Joseph L. Berta

Nov 8, 2024

Joseph L. Berta, 86

Joseph L. Berta of Nalcrest passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the care of Vitas Hospice.

He was born April 18, 1938, in Manhattan, New York to the late Joseph and Helen Berta; he moved to Nalcrest in 1992. Joseph was a retired...

Roger Nelson Gerlt

Roger Nelson Gerlt

Nov 7, 2024

Roger Nelson Gerlt, 81

Roger Nelson Gerlt of Seffner passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Lakeland Hospice House.

He was born November 10, 1942 in Stover, Missouri to the late Homer and Arlene Gerlt. Roger was a retired heavy equipment operator and served with the United States Army from 1964 until...

Jim Hurst, Jr.

Jim Hurst, Jr.

Nov 7, 2024

Jim Hurst Jr of Lake Wales, Florida entered eternal glory on 11/7/24. Born on April 14,1956 to James Hurst Sr and Louise Crane Hurst. Jim was a devoted husband to Belinda DuBose Hurst for 43 years until her passing in 2022. He was the very loving father of Jimmy Hurst III (Emily) of Frostproof, Marshall Hurst of Lake Wales...

Winston Henry Martin

Winston Henry Martin

Nov 6, 2024

Mr. Winston Henry Martin, 68

Mr. Winston Henry Martin was born April 23, 1956 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Eunice Hollingsworth and the late Eugene Decosta Martin.

Winston transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Advent Hospital in Sebring, Florida.

Winston served...

Alan Francis Mceachern

Alan Francis Mceachern

Nov 4, 2024

Alan Francis McEachern, 77 

Alan Francis McEachern of Lake Wales passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 at Somers Hospice House.

He was born April 29, 1947 in South Boston, Massachusetts. Alan served in the United States Air Force from 1966 until 1970 then served in the National Guard from 1978 until 1981. He was a firefighter at the Otis Air National Guard...

Ronald Rue Denton, Sr.

Ronald Rue Denton, Sr.

Nov 4, 2024

Ronald Rue Denton, Sr., 84

Ronald Rue Denton of Lake Wales passed away peacefully on Monday, November 4, 2024 at AdventHealth Lake Wales.

He was born August 7, 1940 in Eagle Lake to the late Leon and Gladys Denton; he moved to Lake Wales from Eagle Lake in 1946. Ronald was retired from...

Billy Ray Reed

Billy Ray Reed

Nov 1, 2024

Billy Ray Reed, 74

Billy Ray Reed of Frostproof passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024 at his residence.

He was born June 16, 1950 in Spring City, Tennessee to the late Dale and Pauline Reed; he moved to Frostproof from Tennessee 50 years ago. Billy was a retired framer for Robin Builders...

Joseph Franklin

Joseph Franklin

Nov 1, 2024

Joseph Franklin, 95

Joseph Franklin passed away on November 1, 2024, at the age of 95 at a home in Indian Lake Estates, FL. He was born on September 27, 1929, in Buckingham Township, PA to Titus and Mary (Balling) Franklin. He married Marjorie Smith on March 28, 1954. They had two children: daughter, Debra...

Steven L. Wolfson

Steven L. Wolfson

Oct 31, 2024

Steven Lee Wolfson

Steven Lee Wolfson of Lake Wales passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at AdventHealth Lake Wales.

He was born June 18, 1952 in Lake Wales to the late Herbert and Rae Wolfson; he has been a lifelong resident of the area. Steven was a retired salesman and attended Temple...

Suzanne Elayne Fuday

Suzanne Elayne Fuday

Oct 30, 2024

Suzanne Elayne Fuday, 78

Suzanne Elayne Fuday of Lake Wales passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Winter Haven Hospital.

She was born June 5, 1946 in Lansing, Michigan to the late Theron and Norma Lamphere; she moved to Lake Wales from Michigan in 2005. Suzanne was an auto insurance underwriter and...

Katrina Ann Ybarra

Katrina Ann Ybarra

Oct 29, 2024

Katrina Ann Ybarra, 64

Katrina Ann Ybarra of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at AdventHealth Celebration.

She was born January 29, 1960 in Bartow to the late Billy and Susie Davis; she has been a resident of Lake Wales for 45 years. Katrina was a homemaker and a very smart...

Deryl W. Futrill

Deryl W. Futrill

Oct 29, 2024

Deryl W. Futrill, 74

Deryl W. Futrill of Haines City passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Winter Haven Hospital.

He was born October 1, 1950, and has been a local resident since 1973. He was a retired forklift driver for Florida’s Natural and a member of the Grace Baptist Church. He...

Harold Stephen Wysock

Harold Stephen Wysock

Oct 27, 2024

Harold Stephen Wysock, 99

Harold Stephen Wysock of Lake Wales passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at his residence.

He was born July 4, 1925 in Springfield, Massachusetts to the late Stephen and Louise Wysock; he moved to Lake Wales from Fort Meade 15 years ago. Harold developed and managed the New...

William Clayton Montroy

William Clayton Montroy

Oct 27, 2024

William Clayton Montroy, 92 of Lake Wales, Florida passed Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Adventhealth of Lake Wales, Florida

He was born January 1, 1932, in Jackson County, Mississippi.

No services are scheduled.

Robert James Harmon

Robert James Harmon

Oct 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts, that the family of Robert James Harmon announce his passing on Oct. 26, 2024, after his ferocious 18-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. Raise your glass (preferably of an expensive red or a Chardonnay) to Bob – Robbie, Rob, Uncle Rob, Yeti, Dad, Best Friend – the man who never went anywhere without making friends,...