OBITUARIES

Jun 14, 2026

The Rev. Dr. John Santosuosso, Faculty Emeritus of Florida Southern College, passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 87.

John thoroughly enjoyed the study of international relations and comparative politics. He shared his enthusiasm and knowledge with those dedicated scholars known as students that he taught throughout his years at F.S.C. With a Master of Divinity degree, John...

Jun 13, 2026

Margaret Bauswell passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at Lakeland Regional Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family.

Margaret was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was spending time with those she loved. She treasured family gatherings, where her warmth, laughter, and caring spirit brought everyone together. She also enjoyed playing cards, watching her...

Jun 12, 2026

After 95 remarkable years filled with adventure, generosity, and purpose, Gordon passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, curiosity, and love. His life was measured not by the years he lived, but by the people he helped, the places he explored, and the family and friends he cherished.

Raised with a strong work ethic, Gordon held a variety of...

Jun 12, 2026

Joyce, age 92, went to Our Lord at the Good Shepard Hospice Home with the blessings of her family. Joyce was born in the Territory of Hawaii on July 8, 1933. She was the child of Marie Sweet and Earl T. Jones, a Navy officer. She moved about for her younger years before settling in California.

She graduated with a bachelor’s...

Jun 12, 2026

Nancy Tweady passed away on June 12, 2026 at Lakeland Regional. She was born on August 19, 1959 in West Palm Beach. Nancy enjoyed painting and playing bingo.

She is predeceased by her parents, Sydney and Avie Tweady. Nancy is survived by her brother, Sydney Tweady, Jr. (Sue); sister, Linda Tweady; niece, Candice Woods (Michael), and great niece, Coralyn Hope Woods.

She...

Jun 8, 2026

David Arthur Pipkin, age 79, went to be with the Lord at his home in Lakeland, Florida on Monday, June 8, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born in Arcadia, Florida, where he lived with his parents, Thomas Julian (T.J.) Pipkin and Alison Pickard Pipkin, until graduating from Desota County High School in 1965. David attended college in Lakeland,...

Jun 7, 2026

Frank Kaczorowski, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

 He was a Veteran of the Armed Services.

Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Bruno and Susan; sister, Barbara and sister-in-law, Donna. 

He is survived by his daughter, Portia Donnellan (Alan); brother's Bob and Ed (Gail); sister, Irene (Mitch); granddaughter, Lia and many other loving family members...

Jun 7, 2026

David Hall was born on January 9, 1940, in St. Louis, Missouri, and passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2026, at the age of 86.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Ruth Hall.

David is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Darlene Hall; his sons, David Hall (Chris), Dennis Hall (Sara), David Stubbs (Michelle),...

Jun 2, 2026

Jun 2, 2026

James Edwin Grant, 91, of Clearwater, Florida, passed away peacefully at this residence on June 2, 2026. He was born on February 4, 1935, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to Lewis Edward and Mary Loretta (Thompson) Grant. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Terry (Legg) Grant in 2021; his first wife, Sara Lynn (Snodgrass) Grant in 1996;...

Jun 1, 2026

Clara Marie "Granny" Johnson passed away on June 1, 2026. She was a fantastic Mother to 5 children,14 Grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren. 

She was born in Alturas Florida and spent all her life in Polk County. 

She is proceeded by her husband Thomas Lee Johnson, her son Robert Lee Johnson, and grandson Roscoe Emanuel. 

She is survived by...

May 31, 2026

May 31, 2026

Harry Stone Bedford, Jr, 90, of Lakeland, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 31, 2026 at Good Shepherd Hospice House. Harry spent a life defined by hard work, devotion to his family and deep faith in Christ. Harry was born on February 10, 1936, on his grandfather’s farm in Moore County, Tennessee.

Harry attended Tri-State University...

May 30, 2026

Allan Dean Boring III, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Dean was born on September 4, 1948, to Allan and Grace Boring. Dean was very proud to be a fourth generation Lakelander. He was a lifetime member of First United Methodist Church. Dean graduated from Lakeland Senior High School (Class of ’66). He...

May 23, 2026

Claude W. “Mac” McPeak died on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at age 91. A nearly 50 year resident of Lakeland, Mac owned Graphics House of Lakeland and Plant City Printing. 

Mac was born on November 9, 1934 in Hillsboro, Illinois to Delbert and Mildred McPeak. After a brief sojourn through Port Reading, New Jersey, he and his parents and his five...

May 19, 2026

Vera Colleen Wilkinson died on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. She was born on July 15, 1931, in Missouri. She moved to Lakeland, Florida in 1954.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 77 years, William J Wilkinson and grandson, Brian Prince.

Vera is survived by her daughters, Connie Prince (Mike), Jo Moore (Terry); son, Steve Wilkinson, and 3 grandchildren, Shawn...

May 19, 2026

Henry Clark Badcock, Sr., age 67, passed away unexpectedly at home on May 19, 2026. He was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, businessman, and friend whose life was marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his community.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wogan S. Badcock, Jr. and Mary Robison Badcock.

He is survived by his longtime partner...

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May 16, 2026

Verna C. Clark, age 79, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026. Born on November 4, 1946, in Madisonville, Kentucky, Verna spent her early years growing up in Jewell City, Kentucky, where she developed the strong values of family, faith, and compassion that would guide her throughout her life. In the summer of 1961, she moved to Lakeland, Florida, where...