Josephine Kelly
Jan 17, 2025
Josephine Kelly, age 59, of Wauchula, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025. Born on July 26, 1965, in Wauchula, she was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. Josephine was the daughter of the late MarshneilThornton and Marjorie Stone Thornton. She is survived by her son,...
Alejandro Ontiveros
Jan 12, 2025
Alejandro Ontiveros, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, in Bowling Green, Florida, at the age of 87. Born on October 16, 1937, in Los Trojes, Mexico, Alejandro made his way to Hardee County 45 years ago from Michoacan, Mexico, where he built a life filled with love and dedication to his family. A...
Ronnie Starnes
Jan 9, 2025
Ronnie L. Starnes, age 74, of Wauchula, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. Born on July 11, 1950, he was a lifelong resident of Hardee County and a dedicated shipping clerk in the agriculture industry. Ronnie was a man of faith, a proud member of Lake Dale Baptist Church, where he found community and strength...
Jorge Luis Nolasco
Jan 2, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jorge Nolasco on January 2, 2025. Known for his kind heart, unwavering dedication, and ability to light up any room, Jorge leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on October 4, 1994, Jorge was a hard worker who approached life with determination and purpose. Whether at...
Joanne J Long
Dec 24, 2024
Joanne Long, 57, of Hardee County, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on December 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 29, 1967, in Hartford, Michigan, Joanne dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a caretaker in the Health Care industry. Her compassion and nurturing spirit touched the lives of many, reflecting her deep...
Clifton Ray King Sr
Dec 12, 2024
Clifton Ray King Sr., a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on December 12, 2024, in Highlands County, Florida, at the age of 62. Born on April 16, 1962, in Wauchula, Florida, Clifton was a lifelong resident of Hardee County, where he dedicated his life to farming and the land he cherished. Clifton was known for his unwavering...
David Tyler Dease
Dec 12, 2024
David Tyler Dease was born on February 1, 1994, in Arcadia, Florida. He passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2024, in Panama City, Florida, David pursued a career in the construction industry, where he was known for his dedication and hard work. A proud Baptist by faith, he lived life with a passion that was evident in everything he did....
Filemon Calvillo-Hernandez
Dec 10, 2024
Filemon Calvillo-Hernandez, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born on November 11, 1932, in Nocupetaro, Mexico to Candido Calvillo-Cabrera and Refugia Hernandez-Gallegos. Filemon was a proud resident of Hardee County for the past 40 years, where he dedicated his life to working in the agriculture industry....
Jimmie Smith
Dec 2, 2024
Jimmie Smith, 89, of Wauchula, Florida, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024. Born in Dothan, Alabama, on December 28, 1934, to Damon Smith and Alma Roland Smith, Jimmie moved to Wauchula in 1947, where he spent the remainder of his life. A devoted member of the Southside Baptist Church, Jimmie lived his faith daily and was known for his...
Judy Faye Simmons
Nov 30, 2024
Judy Faye Simmons, 63, of Bowling Green, Florida, passed away on November 30, 2024, in Wauchula, Florida. Born on November 18, 1961, in Enterprise, Alabama, she was the beloved daughter of Huey Sconyers and Faye Summers Sconyers. Judy was a dedicated resident of Bowling Green for the past 12 years, having previously lived in Polk County. She devoted her career...
Angel Luis Martinez
Nov 29, 2024
Angel Luis Martinez, 83, of Wauchula, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, in Wauchula, Florida. Born on December 6, 1941, in Lares, Puerto Rico, Angel was a hard-working, self-made man who dedicated his life to his family and his business, Triangle Auto Salvage. A devoted member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, Angel found joy in his faith and...
Roy Lee Williamson
Nov 26, 2024
Roy Lee Williamson, born on February 1, 1942, in Wauchula, Florida, to Charles Williamson and Minnie Davis Williamson, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2024, in Wauchula. Roy was a dedicated miner and rancher, spending many years employed by Cargill. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, where he was awarded a Good Conduct Medal for his...
Rose Marie Cox
Nov 19, 2024
Rose Marie Cox, born on March 12, 1958, in Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024, in Avon Park, Florida. She was the beloved daughter of Robert Eugene Hill and Eva Marie Williams Hill. Rose was a dedicated bank teller by trade and held her Baptist faith close to her heart. In 2021, she became a resident of...
Dana Nicole Martinez
Nov 9, 2024
Dana Nicole Martinez, 42, of Wauchula, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. Born on June 7, 1982, in Avon Park, Fla., she was the daughter of Darlene Williams and Samuel Mendoza. Dana was a current resident of Hardee County. She had previously resided in DeSoto County. She dedicated her life to raising her four beautiful daughters and three grandchildren....
Colton Eli Benton
Nov 7, 2024
Colton Eli Benton, was born on November 18, 2004, to Daulton and Kaci Benton in Sebring, Florida. Colton, a lifelong resident of Hardee County, left this world on November 7, 2024, at the age of 19. He was a beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, cousin, and friend, and his memory will forever be cherished by all who knew him. Colton...
Miguel Angel Chavez Sr.
Nov 4, 2024
Miguel Angel Chavez Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, and devoted member of his community, passed away on November 4, 2024, in Wauchula, Florida. Born on November 29, 1965, in San Luis, Mexico, he was the son of Jose Guadalupe Gonzalez and Maria DeJesús Gonzalez. Miguel dedicated his life to his family and his work in agricultural grove maintenance, contributing to...
Lynda L Hart
Oct 28, 2024
Lynda L. Hart, 79, of Sebring, Florida passed away surrounded by family on Monday, October 28, 2024. She was born on June 13, 1945, in Geneva, New York. Lynda moved to Highlands County, Florida from California in 197. She was a seamstress by trade working for Wellcraft Industries, a former business owner and maker of leather crafts and jewelry, and...
Dorothy Mae Heflin
Oct 22, 2024
Dorothy Mae Heflin, born on July 17, 1943, in Arcadia, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, in Lake Wales, Florida. A lifelong resident of Hardee and DeSoto counties, Dorothy was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Wauchula, where her faith and community spirit shone brightly. As a homemaker, Dorothy dedicated her life to caring for...
Estefana Alvarado
Oct 16, 2024
Estefana Alvarado, age 88, of Bowling Green, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. Born on September 2, 1936, in Brownsville, Texas, she was the daughter of Santiago and Maria (Casas) Martinez. Estefana was a cherished resident of Hardee County for the past 60 years, having moved from Helen, Arkansas. Estefana dedicated her life to her family and work...
Alma Clara Durrance
Oct 13, 2024
Alma Clara Durrance, 83, of Wauchula, FL passed away on October 13, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life. Alma was born on June 15, 1941, and grew up in Hardee County at Griffin's Corner with her father and five siblings. She often reminisced on memories with friends playing at Sand Mountain, working at Dasher's Drugstore, or catching a movie...
