OBITUARIES

Aug 17, 2023

Dr. Jack Quitman Sharpe left this world to live eternally with his Heavenly Father on August 17, 2023. He was 94 years old. A devoted believer in Jesus, he lived out his long life serving his Savior and his fellow saints. He pastored churches from the time he was 17 years old until he was in his 80's. He...

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Aug 13, 2023

Julie Teresa Jones, 65, of Lakeland, FL passed away on August 13, 2023. Julie was born on July 26th, 1958, to Everitt and Sylvia Jones in Lakeland. She graduated from Kathleen High School in 1976. After graduation, Julie worked for several phosphate mining companies, eventually being promoted to Analytical Lab Technician at Mosaic Fertilizer Company.

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Aug 8, 2023

Aug 8, 2023

In fond remembrance, we honor the life of Norma Daniels Dockery, our beloved Mother, who peacefully passed away on August 8th, 2023, enveloped in the comfort of her South Lakeland home, surrounded by three generations of her cherished family. Born on March 17th, 1934 in Iredell County, NC, to Celeste and William Daniels, Norma was a true embodiment of...

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Jul 31, 2023

Roberta Louise Norris of Lakeland, FL, previously of Godfrey, IL, passed July 31, 2023.

A production/factory worker most of her life, she was 75 years old.

She was a good, strong, and proud woman.

She is survived by her husband, Steven Norris, 2 children; Gina Williams (Brian),...

Jul 30, 2023

Kenneth was born on October 5, 1930, in Sedalia, Mo. and passed into his loving Savior's arms July 30, 2023.

He loved joking, was happy-go-lucky, very positive, and loved life. He devoutly followed the St. Louis Cardinals and Mizzou Tigers football.

One of his favorite responses was,...

Jul 29, 2023

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Jul 26, 2023

Jean Henrizi Milsop died on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the age of 93. She moved to Lakeland from New Jersey in 1980. Her career in retail included Maas Brothers. Rheinauer’s, Bernice’s, Jannabelle’s Bridal Salon, and Coldwater Creek. She retired in 2010.

Jean is survived by her son, James (Grace), Lakeland, Fl, her daughter, Nancy...

Jul 22, 2023

Rodney Keith Clos, age 66, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Tampa General Hospital. Rod was born November 25, 1956, in Maysville, KY to Richard and Edna Clos. He married Tamara Cook of Maysville, KY on August 8, 1976.

He is survived by his wife, Tamara; sons, Shaun Clos of West Chester, OH...

Jul 20, 2023

Jul 16, 2023

Michael Howard Duncan passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023. He was born on May 28, 1944, in Jackson, Michigan.

Michael was a proud United Air Force Veteran who served in Vietnam.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Georgia Atherton, stepfather, Joseph Atherton, and his beloved sister, Mary (Kitty)...

Jul 16, 2023

James “Jim” Clinton Stump, age 88, passed away on July 16, 2023, at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, from complications associated with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

Jim was born in Douds, Iowa, on October 17, 1934, the only child of Roy and Esther Stump. He grew up on a small family farm and graduated from...

Jul 16, 2023

The Reverend Kenn Jennings, a devoted servant of God, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Lakeland Regional Health Hospital in Lakeland, FL. His untimely departure was caused by heart failure, leaving behind a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be announced soon.

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Jul 13, 2023

On the morning of Thursday, July 13, 2023, Diane Jennette Jacobson Palmer passed away at the age of 58 after fighting a courageous battle with glioblastoma, brain cancer. Born in St. Joseph, Michigan on March 1, 1965, Diane was the daughter of Billie Jacobson and Richard Jacobson. Her family moved to California when she was two years old.