Feb 13, 2026

Ruby Ann Newberry was born in Thonotosassa, FL, on December 29, 1933, to the late James Edward and Elvery Mae Hurst. Being the oldest of 5 children, she learned very early on the importance of a strong work ethic and how to command most situations she would encounter. This lifelong attitude helped her accomplish many goals as her life...

Feb 13, 2026

Betty Fay Evers,

Fay Evers, 87, of Wauchula passed away on 02/13/2026 at Solaris Healthcare Facility in Plant City after a lengthy battle with heart disease. She was born in Climax, Georgia on July 4th, 1938 and was a life-long resident of Hardee County. She was born as the second baby of a set of twins, her...

Feb 6, 2026

Aida Santibanez Gaspar, age 60, passed away on Friday, February 6/2026 at her home in Wauchula, Florida. She was born in Mexico on December 22, 1965, to Jose Santibanez and Carmen Gasper.

Aida lived in the community for 28 years and was a member of Con Cristo La Vida ES Mejor Church. She was a hardworking mother...

Feb 3, 2026

Elizabeth Richardson, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Born on May 14, 1944, to the late Major Clayton Simmons and Audrey Simmons, Elizabeth lived a life rooted in faith, family, and love. She cherished Jesus, adored her family, had a special love for animals, and was a great friend to many. With her sass and her...

Feb 1, 2026

Althea Elaine Moore (née Bailey), 74, of Arcadia, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida. She was born on August 7, 1951, in St. Mary, Jamaica.

Althea was the beloved daughter of Dorrie Buchanan and the late Lawson Snape aka Rob. In the early 1970s, she immigrated to the United States, where she...

Jan 31, 2026

Rosa Maria Vargas, 37, of Arcadia, Florida passed away on January 31, 2026. Born on January 6, 1989, to Serafin Vargas Sr. and Maria Bueno. A devoted sister and an amazing mother found her greatest joy in spending time with her family. Whether gathered around the table or simply sharing everyday moments, family was always at the center of...

Jan 30, 2026

George L. Benda, Jr., of Arcadia, FL, formerly of Auburn, NY, born July 9, 1940, he passed away after a brief illness on January 30, 2026, at Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte, FL with family by his side.  He had been married to his beloved wife, Audrey for 54 years, and in God's timing, they were taken within hours...

Jan 30, 2026

Audrey Benda of Arcadia, Florida formerly of Auburn, NY, was born on November 25, 1934 in Wood Hull, NY, and passed away on January 30, 2026 – the same day her beloved husband George went to be with the Lord.

Audrey was preceded in death by her sister Iva Bankart; brothers Raymond, Glenn, Menard, Norman, and Lynn...

Jan 30, 2026

Carol Ann Baxter Jones, age 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 30, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida.

She was born on November 2, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Robert Baxter and Kathryn Wible Baxter. In 1958, Carol's parents moved the family to Florida, where she later graduated from Fort Lauderdale High School in 1964....

Jan 26, 2026

Cheri DeLaney Coleman, 71, of Arcadia, Florida, departed this earth for her heavenly home on January 26, 2026. Born on July 24, 1954, in Arcadia, Florida, she was the youngest daughter of Edward and Hilda DeLaney.

She was a devoted wife, loving mother, discerning businesswoman, and loyal friend. Above all, she loved her family and took great...

Jan 26, 2026

Agnes Farmer Stanford, age 101, passed away on January 26, 2026 in Lakeland, Florida. She was born in Henry County, Alabama on March 18, 1924 to the late Alto Dawson and Mattie Parmore,

Graveside services will be held Monday, February 2, 2026 at 1:00PM at Wauchula City Cemetery.

Online condolences can be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com...

Jan 22, 2026

Luis Valente Ortiz Reyes, age 21, of Wauchula, Florida, passed away on January 22, 2026. He was Born on January 19, 2005, in Sebring, Florida to Valentin Ortiz Reyes and Beatriz Reyes Gomez.

Luis was a lifelong resident of Hardee County and was a member of St. Michaels Catholic Church.

Luis, in his short but...

Jan 20, 2026

Our mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Illa Jean Jernigan (Jeannie) peacefully passed away on Tuesday, 1/20/26. Jeannie and her husband, Wayne, raised their children, Bill and Gina, in Wauchula. Jeannie was a kind and giving person. She loved her grandchildren, sisters, brother and family.

She is proceeded in death by her husband, Wayne, grandchildren, Tyler Belflower and...

Jan 15, 2026

Virginia "Ginny" Laman was born in Kalamazoo Michigan, the third daughter of Donald and Thelma Soerheide. As a child she grew up in Spring Lake, Michigan and graduated from Grand Haven High School because at that time there was no high school in Spring Lake. She was married to Clancy (Clarence E) Laman in January, 1958 and they had...

Jan 15, 2026

Gordon Hay, 92, of Arcadia, Florida passed away peacefully in his home on January 15, 2026. Born in Nocatee, Florida on November 24, 1933, to the late Marion William and Patha Albritton Hay. Mr. Gordon loved fishing, hunting, airboats, singing, going to the beach, raising cattle, and spending time outdoors. Whether working the land or enjoying the water, he...

Jan 14, 2026

Jennifer Eve Siercks, 44, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, in Arcadia, Florida. She was born in Dexter, Missouri on December 24, 1981.

Jennifer was, above all else, a devoted mother. She was known for her caring heart, strong character, and remarkable resilience. Driven and dependable, Jennifer faced life with quiet strength and determination, always showing...

Jan 14, 2026

Joseph Lee Hampton, Jr. 71, of Arcadia, Florida, passed away peacefully in his home on January 14, 2026. Born on August 23, 1954, to Joseph Lee Sr. and Gladys Albritton Cutchen. He loved sports, especially golfing, and was an avid follower of politics and the news. He proudly served in the Air Force, a commitment that reflected his strong...

Jan 13, 2026

Robert Lee Womack Jr., 57, of Arcadia, Florida, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 13, 2026. Born on June 7, 1968, in Arcadia, Florida, he was the eldest son of Robert and Norma Jean Womack.

Robert was a devoted husband, loving father, and loyal friend. Above all else, he loved his family with all of...

Jan 9, 2026

Delma "Porge" Allen, 89, of Lake Placid, formerly of Arcadia, Florida, entered into eternal rest and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday morning, January 9, 2026, at UF Health Shands Hospital.

Mr. Allen was born in Jasper, Florida, on August 20, 1936, to the late Della (Wynn) and Avner Allen. As a...

Jan 2, 2026

Helen Truskoski, 99, of Arcadia, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026.  Born in Calverton, NY, on August 10, 1926, to the late Joseph and Maryanna Zakrzeneka Kosciuszko. Helen resided in Riverhead, NY for most of her life before moving to Eastport, NY, in 2004 to live with Marianne & Jimmy.   After moving to Eastport, Helen became a...