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Lupita R. Turner, 92, of Lake Wales passed away Friday, April 9, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale. She was born July 24, 1928 in Albuquerque, NM to the late Miguel and Maria Baca; she moved to Lake Wales from New Mexico in 1993. Lupita was a homemaker and of the Protestant faith. Lupita was preceded in death by her husband, James Russell Turner in October of 2020; and brothers, A.B. Baca, and Miguel Baca, Jr. She is survived by her sister, Drucilla McConnell of...
Walter F. “Frankie” Farmer, Jr., 48, of Babson Park passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Advent Health Lake Wales. He was born April 6, 1973 in Winter Haven to Walter and Peggy Farmer and has been a lifelong resident of the area. Frankie was a self-employed citrus grafter for Walter Farmer Citrus Budding and was a member of New Harvest Worship Center. He was a devoted family man, he enjoyed the Smoky Mountains, the beach, hunting, fishing. He was a collector of Case Knives, Zippo Lighters, and guns. Frankie was pre...
Robert Earl Beadle, 94, of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at his residence. He was born March 11, 1927 in Cleveland, OH to the late Albert and Agnes Beadle; he moved to Lake Wales from Euclid, OH over 20 years ago. Robert was a retired superintendent from G & W Industries. He was a veteran of the United States Navy serving in World War II. Robert was preceded in death by his brother; sister; and grandson, Andrew Eser. He is survived by his wife of 68 years,...
John Roberts, 80, of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Somers Hospice House. He was born March 26, 1941 in Miami to the late Edward and Naomi Roberts; he moved to Lake Wales from Indiana 12 years ago. He was a retired refrigeration tradesman and was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam era. John was a member of the VFW Post 4289 of Winter Haven and was the Past Vice Commander for the VFW Post 2420 in Lake Wales. He was preceded in...
Dolores Maria Wigren, 86, of Leominster, MA and Lake Wales, FL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 in Lake Wales. Dolores was born on April 30, 1934 in Worcester, MA to the late Julia (Pedone) and Giuseppe Giaquinto of Italy. Dolores was a graduate of Commerce High School in Worcester, MA and worked several years in the business office of Norton/ Saint Gobain Company of Worcester, MA. Dolores enjoyed cooking her Wednesday evening dinners with her family as...
Ralph William "Bill" Hansen, 84, of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Palm Garden in Winter Haven. Bill was born January 31, 1937 in Wauchula to the late Elmer and Bertha Hansen. He was a retired business services technician for General Telephone Electronics and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Bill was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lake Wales and loved to get coffee every day. Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Frances H....
Charles A. "Chuck" Simmons, 64, passed away at home on March 31, 2021. He was born in Lake Wales on April 24, 1956 and was a graduate of Lake Wales High School. After a lifetime in Central Florida, he and Carol had recently moved to Rangeley, ME. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles & Louise Simmons. He is survived by his wife Carol, sons Shawn (Emily) and Aaron (Carrie), his sister Sherry Settle (Mike), and several beloved in-laws, nieces and nephews. He was also...
Charles “Alan” Moore, 70, of Lake Wales passed away Friday, April 2, 2021 at his residence. Alan was born January 20, 1951 in Avon Park to the late Charles and Mary Ann Moore. He was a retired truck driver. Alan was preceded in death by his wife, Gail Moore in 2017; and brother, Grant Moore. He is survived by his daughters, Samantha Moore (Michael John) of Tallahassee, Corrie Renner (Jeff) of Bismarck, North Dakota; sister, Dedra LaSalle of Bartow; and four grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date. Marion Nel...
Sonia Margarita Rodriguez, 57, of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Advent Health Lake Wales. She was born Dec. 22, 1963 in Caguas, Puerto Rico to Juan and Margarita Nieves; she moved to Lake Wales from Orlando one year ago. Sonia was a bookkeeper for Enterprise Trucking Corporation. She was a strong and kind woman who loved decorating for every holiday. She loved her family and always enjoyed having get together with them. Sonia is survived by her...
Inita Martinez Lopez, 62, of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at her residence. She was born Nov. 13, 1958 in Ganado, TX to the late Ruben and Alice Martinez; she moved to Lake Wales from Texas in 1983. Inita was a retired housekeeper and was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving and caring lady that always enjoyed spending time with her family, mostly her grandbabies. Inita was preceded in death by her parents; brother; and sister. She is survived by her sons, Frank Valadez, Jr. (Carol) of Winter Haven,...
Rosa Lee Howell Adams Gatson, 88, of Lake Wales, died April 1, 2021 in Haines City under Cornerstone Hospice Care. She was born Dec. 24, 1932. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 10 at First Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, 205 D St., Lake Wales. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is handling arrangements....
Carlton “Dean” Bedsole, 67, of Lake Wales passed away Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Advent Health Lake Wales. Dean was born June 22, 1953 in Winter Haven to the late Henry and Emma Bedsole. He was truck driver for Charles G. Lawson and loved to fish and spend time with his family. Dean is survived by his sons, Jonathan Bedsole of Lake Wales, and Steven Bedsole (Donna Collins) of Lake Wales; life long companion, Sheila Bedsole; grandchild, Zoey Marcum; and many other family members. Services are pending at this time. Marion Nel...
John "Don" Sims, 82, of Lake Wales passed away Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale. He was born January 22, 1939 in Atlanta, GA to the late John Sims and Eunice Sims; he moved to Lake Wales from Tampa in 1972. Don was a retired human resources director at Florida's Natural Growers, Inc., and was a member of First Baptist Church of Lake Wales. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam era for eight years. Don was a Past President of...
Mearl Clyde Choate, Jr., 76,of Indian Lake Estates passed away Friday, March 26, 2021 at Advent Health Lake Wales. He was born January 11, 1945 in Bartow to the late Mearl and Frances Choate. Mearl was a retired truck driver and was of the Christian faith. He enjoyed spending time playing dice games, fishing, and outdoor activities. He also loved making memories with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. earl is survived by his daughters, Amy Earnest (Casey) of Madison, Mississippi, Sheila Beyer (David) of Lake Wales,...
Joshua Sherrad Green, 21 of Lake Wales, died March 24,2021. He was born Feb. 18, 2000. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 3 at New Divine Church of God by Faith, 640 Burns Ave., Lake Wales. Masks required. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is handling arrangements....
Rosa Jane Thomas, 74, of Lake Wales, died March 25, 2021 at Advent Health Hospital in Lake Wales. She was born Feb. 22, 1947 in Georgia. Services are incomplete. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is handling arrangements....
Rebecca Jacquelyn Iles, 90 of Lake Wales, died March 25, 2021 at home under Good Shepard Hospice Care. She was born Aug. 8, 1930. Services are incomplete. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is handling arrangements....
Charlene M. Brown, 34, of Lake Wales, died March 25, 2021 at Winter Haven Hospital. She was born July 18, 1986 in Bartow, Florida. Services are incomplete. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is handling arrangements....
Lucy Kytle, 85, of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at her home after a long illness. She was born Sept. 27, 1935 in Kanawha County, WV to the late Ira and Mildred Johnson and has resided in Florida since she was 18 years old. Lucy was a retired Quality Assurance Supervisor for Florida's Natural Growers and was of the Pentecostal faith. She loved her family deeply, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lucy is survived by her son, Richard E....
Elaine Jennie Ludden, 86, of Lake Wales passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born April 22, 1934 in Danville, VT to the late Gordon M. and Abbie B. (Wellinger) Allen and she has been a resident of this area since 1959 moving here from Springfield, MA. She was a retired fruit grader for Hunt Brothers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Ludden in October 2000 She is survived by her daughters, Diane Ludden of...
Larry Boyce Howell, 73, of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Advent Health Lake Wales. He was born July 14, 1947 in Lake Wales to the late Samuel and Ruth Howell and was a lifelong resident of Lake Wales. Larry was a retired Top Bin Operator for Alcoma and was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving in Vietnam. He was a member of the Golfview Church of God, and enjoyed playing golf and fishing. Larry is survived by his wife of 47 years, Gail Howell; daughters, Melissa Hickman and husband Chris of Enigma,...
John Richard Lundquist, 93, of Lake Wales passed away Monday, March 22, 2021 at Advent Health Lake Wales. He was born August 24, 1927 in Youngstown, OH to the late John and Grace Lundquist; he moved to Lake Wales from Eagle Lake 13 years ago. John was a retired State Highway Lieutenant for the State of Ohio and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. serving in World War II. He was very proud of his military service during which he served in China. He was very athletic and loved his coffee and cigars. John was...
Lois Ruth Jackson, 76, of Lake Wales passed away Monday, March 22, 2021 at her residence. She was born December 3, 1944 in Ransom, KS to the late Robert and Anna Squires; she moved to Lake Wales from Decatur, IL over 30 years ago. Lois was a retired legal secretary. Lois was preceded in death by her sister, Shirley Troxel. She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Bernie Jackson; daughter, Renee; son, Robert Short of Mountain Grove, Missouri; brother, Robert Squires of Decatur, Illinois; eight grandchildren; and several...
Willie Lee Howard AKA "Will", 83 of Lake Wales, died March 13, 2021 at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born April 11, 1937 in Born In Autugaville, AL. Services are incomplete. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is in charge of arrangements....
Darlene Howard Richardson, 61, of Lake Wales, died March 14, 2021 at Cape Canaveral Hospital in Cocoa Beach. She was born July 10, 1958. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie Lee Richardson on February 28, 2020. Services are incomplete. Epps Memorial Funeral Home in Lake Wales is handling arrangements....
