OBITUARIES

Jul 6, 2024

Dr. Phillip ‘Phil’ Robert Tolentino, age 62, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at his home in Lakeland. Phil was born on May 22, 1962, to Drs. Felipe and Flora Tolentino in St. Louis, MO. He spent his early childhood in Manila, Philippines with his grandparents and grew up in the Boston area, going to Weston High School...

Jul 5, 2024

Shirley Ann Schmidt, 82, of Lakeland, died on July 5, 2024. She was born on July 9, 1941, in Taylorville, Illinois. Shirley was a business owner having operated her own gift shop for 30 years while living in Illinois. She was a member of Lake Gibson Methodist Church in which she was very active. Shirley also loved her family...

Jul 2, 2024

James Harold “Cowboy” Weathers

11/21/56 - 7/2/24

Harold “Cowboy” Weathers was born in Statesboro, GA and lived most of his life in Lakeland

He was an “artist” as a welder/fitter in the metal fabrication industry.

He loved to fish and rifle shooting - especially at...

Jun 29, 2024

Jun 29, 2024

Melvin Wetherington died suddenly on June 29, 2024, after a short illness.

Mel was born on March 3, 1938, to Evelyn and Thomas “CHET” Wetherington. Mel attended Plant City High School in 1956 and was a graduate of the University of Florida 1960.

He served in the military as a U.S....

Jun 28, 2024

Jun 25, 2024

Winona J. Rinesmith was born December 21, 1933, in Farmerville Louisiana, passed away June 25, 2024, under Hospice care.

Winona had a successful career as a Lakeland Real Estate Agent.

She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Bryant, Naomi Rinesmith and son, Jay Rinesmith.

Funeral services will...

Jun 25, 2024

Wiley Johnson, 89 of Lakeland passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health. He was born September 18, 1934, to the late James Alf & Mamie Williams Johnson.

Wiley was President of McDonald Construction Corp and was employed for 68 Years. He enjoyed traveling, playing softball, bowling and working, the man loved to...

Jun 24, 2024

Robert Spann Lindsey, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, peacefully went to be with his Lord on June 24, 2024, at the age of 82. A retired USAF F-4 Phantom Jet and A-10 “Warthog” Pilot, Bob spent the final 12 years of his distinguished life in the Historic District of Lakeland, Florida, enjoying the serenity of his Frank...

Jun 24, 2024

Sterling (Bill) White born in South Hill, Virginia in 1933 to Alvin Malachi White Sr. and Nannie Mary Tuck (during a depression), enjoyed his 8 siblings growing up and taking care of his parents after becoming an adult. He often helped on the tobacco farm until finishing school and joining the Army where he honorably served as a Military...

Jun 24, 2024

Kyle Harrison Cannon, 39, passed away on June 24, 2024.

He graduated from George Jenkins High School and Santa Fe Community College.

Kyle worked as a parts specialist, mechanic at a collision center and most recently as an insurance adjuster.

He was a member of First United Methodist Church....

Jun 17, 2024

Dennis W. Doty of Lakeland passed away Monday, June 17, 2024, at his daughter’s home after experiencing failing health for several months. Dennis was born in Chicago on September 19, 1939, to Wilmer & Freida Doty.

After high school graduation in 1957, Dennis obtained a teaching degree and taught in several locations. He...

Jun 15, 2024

Betty LouEllen Henderson, 95 of Lakeland, FL, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024.

She was born on February 16, 1929, in High Springs, FL, to the late J.B. Revels and

Clifford Frances Brown.

Betty retired from Polk County.

Betty enjoyed many activities and going to...

Jun 14, 2024

Jun 11, 2024

Connie Jean Barfield, 72, of Lakeland, Florida passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in her home.

Ms. Barfield was born June 24, 1951, in Lincoln Illinois to Wilbur and Grace Reeves. She moved to Lakeland in 1970. Connie was a dedicated educator for 40+ years in the Polk County Public Schools...

Jun 9, 2024

Lurie Green Albritton, 102 years of age went to her eternal home on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at her home in Lakeland, FL.

She was born in Ft. Meade, FL on September 29, 1921, to the late Don and Erin Green. She graduated from Ft. Meade High School. Lurie worked in local grocery stores.

Jun 6, 2024

James P Dwyer, 81, of Lakeland FL passed away on June 6, 2024. Born March 19th, 1943, in Syracuse, NY to Gerald and Frances Dwyer.

A Veteran of the US Army Military Police and a proud member of the American Legion 4 in Lakeland, FL.

He is survived by his 2...

Jun 6, 2024

Diane Marie Turk, 67, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at her home in Lakeland, FL. Diane was born on May 22nd, 1957 in Paterson, NJ. She joined her parents, Joseph and Gisela Turk, in heaven.

Diane is survived by her children, Jensen Pardue and Heather (Jeremiah) Hetzel, her...

Jun 1, 2024

Kenneth Anderson Pennington passed away peacefully on June 01, 2024, at Westminster Lakeland formerly known as Florida Presbyterian Homes in Lakeland, Florida.

He was 105 years old and, obviously, lived life to the fullest.

Kenneth was born at Town Point, Maryland, on March 14, 1919, the son of Alexander Hamilton and...

May 27, 2024