Auburndale, FL Obituaries

Monty Arthur Palma, born on March 24, 1967, passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 58. Monty was a resident of Winter Haven, Florida.

Patricia Petronella Balinski, 84, of Winter Haven, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 6, 1941, in Simpson, Pennsylvania, Patricia lived a...

Daniel Richard King, aged 72, passed away on December 24, 2025. He was born on July 6, 1953. Daniel was a resident of Cypress Gardens, Florida.

Steven Otto Virden, born on October 19, 1950, in Oakland City, Indiana, passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 75. He was a resident of Sebring, Florida.

Eduardo Alejandro Lobatto, age 60, passed away on December 23, 2025. He was born on July 31, 1965. Eduardo was a hardworking mechanic who took great pride in his work and always found joy in fixing t...

Lonnie Stephen Tanner, age 71, passed away on December 25, 2025. He was born on February 4, 1954, in Rockfish, North Carolina, and lived a life devoted to his family and his service to others. Lonnie...

Ellen “Marie” Manzella, age 84, passed away on December 23, 2025. She was born on August 27, 1941, and lived a full and loving life devoted to her family, faith, and simple joys. Marie married the lo...

Mary L Svorec was born on February 6, 1930, in Baroda. She passed away on December 22, 2025, at the age of 95. Mary was a resident of Winter Haven, Florida.

Miriam Ann Drake, born on January 2, 1940, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the age of 85. Miriam was a longtime resident of Kissimmee, Florida. She will be remembered for her strength...

Allie Louise Shumate, born on January 13, 1932, in Eagle Lake, Florida, passed away on December 22, 2025, at the age of 93. Allie was a resident of Auburndale, Florida.

Michael Robert League was born on November 25, 1938, in Ohio. He passed away on December 17, 2025, at the age of 87. Michael was a resident of Sanford, Florida.

Michael Lynn Sine, born on November 8, 1951, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 74. A visitation will be held at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home, located at 2198 K-Ville Ave, Auburndale, FL, ...

Emerson Michael McIntosh, born on May 12, 1953, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 72. He was a resident of Orlando, Florida.

Lorelei “Skip” Olmsted, age 87, entered into rest on December 15, 2025. She was born on June 21, 1938, in Hornell, New York, to David Merton Franklin and Doffinia Lucy Franklin. On August 3, 1957, sh...

Eloisa Esparza, 72, passed away on December 6, 2025. She was born on June 27, 1953. Eloisa married her husband, Francisco Esparaza, on July 21, 1975. She was a homemaker and a member of the South La...

Ronald C Delk, born on May 9, 1936, passed away on December 6, 2025, at the age of 89. Ronald was a resident of Auburndale, Florida.

Olga Maria Rancier, born on May 1, 1925, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 100. She was a resident of Avon Park, Florida.

Maria Marcano Pimentel, más conocida como "Donã Cucã" (88) de Canovanas, Puerto Rico, falleció pacíficamente y entró en el reposo del Señor el 5 de diciembre de 2025. Nacida en Canovanas el 1 de juli...

Angel L Rivera Reyes, born on August 14, 1949, passed away on November 27, 2025, at the age of 76. He resided in Haines City, Florida.

Maria Goretti Maxey, 67, of Davenport, Florida, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in São Miguel, Açores, Portugal, Maria immigrated to the...

Geneva Elliott, age 93, entered into rest on November 22, 2025. She was born on October 28, 1932, and devoted her life to serving others with compassion, grace, and a quiet strength. Geneva built a m...

William Aubrey “Bill” Smith Born on August 12, 1940, in Irwinton, GA – a man of deep roots, adventurous spirit, and boundless love for family, died peacefully at home in Wahneta, FL on November 20, 2...

Ruth Healy (Durr) of Winter Haven went to be with Jesus on November 18, 2025 at the age of 94. She was surrounded by family as she entered her Heavenly home. She was born on May 29, 1931 to Mae and G...

Shirley Ann Brown, 75, entered into rest on November 17, 2025. She was born on January 11, 1950. Shirley was a graduate of Kathleen High School, Class of 1968. She later built a meaningful career at ...

George Dempsey Dean, born August 18, 1939, passed away on November 12, 2025. George was a quiet man who showed love through his actions. He was dependable, responsible, and always put his family firs...

Anthony (Tony) E. Houvardas, age 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in Edgewater, Florida. He was born September 12, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan. He is survived by his loving wi...

Wanda Lou Baggett, born on January 5, 1935, passed away on November 5, 2025, at the age of 90. A committal service will be held at Glen Abbey Memorial Gardens, located at 2200 K-Ville Ave, Auburndale...

Reynold Dwight Mulkey, 76, of Auburndale, FL, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025. He was born on June 25, 1949, to Reynold Clayton Mulkey and Alice Croston. Reynold was a devoted husband to h...

Loretta “Lori” Marshall, age 68, of Miami, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025. Lori was born on July 9, 1957, and was a proud graduate of South Miami Senior High. On July 5, 1980, sh...

In Loving Memory of Lonnie Talmage DuBose September 22, 1943 – October 26, 2025 Beloved Husband, Father, Friend, and Guardian of Nature Lonnie Talmage DuBose, 82, passed away peacefully at his home in...

Cynthia B. Roberts, 76, entered into rest on October 28, 2025. She was born on September 17, 1949 in Kokomo, Indiana. Cynthia was married to her beloved husband, Walter J. Roberts, on October 5, 1968...

Barbara Jean Kemp, age 89, of Lakeland, Florida, passed peacefully on October 26, 2025. Born on April 22, 1936, in Boston MA. She was the oldest of four children. Barb took on her role as big sister...

Altagracia Villafane, born on September 19, 1946, passed away on October 19, 2025, at the age of 79. Altagracia was a resident of Auburndale, Florida.

Doris Tassell was born May Doris Jaeger on July 19, 1933, in Trenton, New Jersey. She entered her Heavenly rest on October 17, 2025, in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina, at the age of 92. Doris grew up ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Del Bullock on October 16, 2025 at age 65 in Winter Haven, Florida after an extended hospital and rehabilitation stay following hip surg...

Royce Maynard Shelton of Lakeland, Florida at 91 years of age went to be with his Lord on October 12, 2025. He went peacefully with his son by his side just before midnight. Royce was born March 23,...

In Loving Memory of Mario Galli It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Mario Galli, who went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 10, 2025, in Winter Haven, Florida. Mario was ...

Julie Beth Ward of Bartow, FL took her first Heavenly breath on October 3, 2025 while her oldest sister was with her. Julie was born with Down Syndrome on August 12, 1964 and was truly a miracle child...

Emily Anne Parker, 79, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on October 4, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1946, and lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family ...

William Edward Rajewski, born on January 7, 1960, passed away on October 2, 2025, at the age of 65. He was a resident of Auburndale, Florida.

John Richard “Rick” MacCalla, Jr., age 76, of Winter Haven, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025. Rick was born on November 14, 1948, and graduated from Winter Haven High School in 1...

Charles Coleman Cummings, aged 87, passed away on September 30, 2025. Born on January 18, 1938, he was a resident of Auburndale, Florida.

Jerry Francis Knabe, born on December 19, 1964, passed away on September 24, 2025, at the age of 60.

Priscilla P Seger entered into rest on September 21, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on November 9, 1947, Priscilla grew up in Asan, Guam to Jose Perez Fejeran and Luisa Pangelinan. She was a devoted wi...

Shirley May Lambert, age 99, of Winter Haven, Florida passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025.

Charles Dewey Vernon III, age 65, of Winter Haven, Florida passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

Laura J. Kolk, 91, passed away on August 22, 2025 at her home in Lakeland, Florida. She was born on August 23, 1933 in Joplin, Missouri. Laura was a homemaker and a military wife. She married her hu...

Kimberly Annette Dumke Westerfield Brittain, age 60, of Auburndale, Florida passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

Catalina Ortiz, age 85, of Winter Haven, Florida passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.

L. Leroy Henson, age 82, of Winter Haven, Florida entered into rest on Sunday, August 10, 2025. He was born on born on October 28, 1942 in Richmond, California. Leroy is survived by his wife of 35 y...