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The Rev. Berry Sholar, 97, of Lake Wales passed away Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020 at his residence. He was born December 4, 1922 in Climax, GA to the late Oscar and Mamie Sholar. He came to Lake Wales following World War II, in which he served with the United States Army. Rev. Berry was a retired Baptist minister, his pastorates include Central Avenue Baptist Church, Grace Baptist Church; and Bethel Baptist Church, all of Lake Wales. He also served in Arcadia; Tallahassee; Rockport, Indiana; Kentucky; and Pennsylvania. Rev. Berry...
Louise Weeks, 93, of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020 at the Palm Garden of Winter Haven. She was born July 1, 1927 in Walton County, Florida to the late James and Jessie Hall. She moved to Lake Wales from Walton County in 1948. Louise was a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting, handiwork, fishing, gardening, and taking care of her family and home. Louise was preceded in death by her grandson, Mark Noble; and seven brothers and sister. Survivors include her husband of 76 years, Carlos “Carl” Weeks of Lake Wal...
David Dopler, 63, of Babson Park passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2020 at his residence. He was born December 18, 1956 in Ashtabula County, Ohio to the late Richard and Patricia Dopler. He moved to Babson Park with his family as a child. David was a retired self-employed citrus grower. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, and eating. David was preceded in death by his brother, Shad Dopler and sister, Beth Ohlinger. Survivors include his wife of 10 years, Sheila Dopler; sisters; Ellen...
Harold Lee Bolden, 68, of Lake Wales passed away Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 at the Lake Wales Advent Health. He was born May 9, 1952 in Lake Wales to the late Shirley Leon and Veva Juanita (Bryant) Bolden and he has been a lifelong resident of this area. He was a foreman at Taylor’s Industrial Coating. Lee was an avid air boater, and enjoyed outdoor activities including fishing, and was a former motor cross racer. Survivors include his brothers, Sid Stanford & Sandra of Lake Wales, Richard Bolden of Lake Wales; many nieces, n...
Albert Forest Biermann, 86, of Lake Wales passed away Thursday, July 16, 2020 at his residence. He was born August 26, 1933 in Port Chester, NY. He has been a resident of Lake Wales for 15 years, moving here from Inverness. Albert was an automotive mechanic. He enjoyed going fishing and watching football. He and his wife spent time making crafts together, and he loved his family. Albert was proceeded in death by his wife; and son, William Biermann. He is survived by his daughters, Trish Ortiz (Danny), and Linda Cardamone;...
Dorothy Carol Conner, 90, of Lake Wales passed away Monday, July 13, 2020 at her residence. She was born April 4, 1930 in Moultrie, GA to the late Clyde and Sarah Etherige. Dorothy was a retired kitchen manager. She loved being on the water, especially to go fishing. Dorothy was very outgoing and wanted to take care of everyone. She loved her family, friends, and Jesus. Dorothy was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She was a member Westside Church of God of Prophecy in Jacksonville. Dorothy was preceded in death by her...
Lake Wales commissioners are hitting the pause button on their search for a new city manager. Interim City Manager James Slaton will stay in that position while a new 2020-21 budget is being crafted this summer. The new spending plan must be in place by late September, with the Lake Wales fiscal year beginning Oct. 1. Commissioners heard from Ken Parker – a senior advisor from the Florida City-County Management Association -- during a July 1 workshop, who said it wouldn't b...
Jack Buford McGowan, 86, passed peacefully from this life after a long battle with declining health issues the afternoon of July 3, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born Aug. 26, 1933 in Cincinnati, OH to Buford and Adelia McGowan. Jack began working at Procter Gamble at age 18. He became a project engineer for many years and traveled all over the world to interesting jobs in different countries. He retired from Procter Gamble after 40 years, then worked for Watk...
Mark R. Hewitt, 68, of Babson Park was born December 29, 1951, in Miami to the late Hewell and Vernice Hewitt. Mark was recruited out of Miami Norland in 1969 to play football for the University of Florida. After graduation, he began coaching in Houston, TX at MacArthur High School in Aldine Independent School District where he coached football and baseball as well as taught history for seven years. He moved to Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio, TX in 1983 where he taught and coached for 23 years. He was very proud to...
On Friday, May 15th, 2020, Kris Alan Dane passed away at the age of 73. Kris loved life and was a father of five. He was preceded in death by his daughter Crystal Rose. He is survived by his other daughter Dr. Darcy Dane and his sons Kris (Kip) Dane, Jr, William Cody Dane and Hunter Dane and his siblings Bill Dane, Doug Dane and Debby Dane Brown along with cousins, nieces and nephews. Kris was born on June 13, 1946 in Beloit, WI to William and Frances Dane. He received a Bachelors in Ocean Engineering from Florida Atlantic...
Byron James Justice, 61, passed away May 9, 2020. A private family burial will be held Tuesday, May 12 at Lake Wales Cemetery. He was born in Fort Payne, AL on November 2, 1958. Byron spent most of his life in Lake Wales, Florida, except for 12 years, when he resided in Henagar, AL. Byron is survived by his dad, James Willie Justice; and sisters, Sherry Anette Waters, Debra Gale Runyon, Connie Renee Justice, and Sarah Beth Justice. He was preceded in death by his mother,...
Edward Earl Pilkington, 81, passed away and joined the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Edward was born on June 18, 1938 and raised in Miami, where he graduated from Jackson High School and started his career as an architect. He opened his own architectural firm, Edward Pilkington, A.I.A., Architect, P.A. in 1973 in Miami, before moving to Lake Wales in 1982. He continued...
Connie L. Hurst Truluck, 69, of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at her residence. She was born December 20, 1950 a native of Baker County, Georgia to the late R.J. and Ethel (Ray) Lanier. Connie has been a resident of Lake Wales since 2005 coming from Lakeland where she resided from 1975 to 2005. She was a retired office manager and of the Methodist faith. Connie was a wonderful dedicated mother that loved her family dearly, she was a great cook, enjoyed air boating, fishing and anything to do with the...
Victor W. "Vic" Howell, 76, of Barryton, MI (formerly of Shepherd, MI) and a "snowbird" of Walden Shores in Lake Wales passed away Thursday, March 26, 2020 at Lakeland Regional Hospital. He was born January 22, 1944 in Flint, MI to the late Cecil and Edna Howell. Vic was a retired service representative for Morbark Industries. He was a member of the Eagles in Weidman, MI and a charter member of the Conservation Club in Barryton. As an avid outdoorsman, he especially loved...
Carroll W. Downing, Sr., 72, of Frostproof passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was born May 16, 1947 in Qulin, MO to the late Rufus and Bessie Downing; he moved to Frostproof in 2004 from Belleville, IL. He was a veteran of Vietnam War, serving in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he began his career working for McDonnell-Douglas, later Boeing airline manufacturer and was later a service station owner in Cahokia, IL. He was the...
Lake Wales Breakfast Rotary Club's mission is "to be a service club that focuses on caring for the youth of our community while participating in Rotary's global efforts". Our Rotary Club held an annual Boys' Camp for 27 years, but needed enough women in the club to band together to organize a Girls' Camp. Girls' Camp was created in 2011 with the theme "I AM Smart, Unique, Important, Beautiful, and Fun." Girls' Camp is an annual event, held at Lake Aurora Christian Camp in...
Gloria Jean Hatten, 70, of Lake Wales passed away Friday, January 17, 2020 at AdventHealth Lake Wales. She was born September 30, 1949 in Kenova, WV to the late Clyde and Virginia L. (Meredith) Scarberry. She has been a resident of the area for 20 years. She was a homemaker and a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Gloria loved pets, cooking for her family, fishing and Jesus. She is preceded in death by her brother Daniel J. Scarberry, sisters Loa Louise Hatten and Alisha Dare Holt. She is survived by her husband Jackie...
Registration for the 28th Annual Polk Senior Games begins Jan. 2. The Games, scheduled for Feb. 29 to March 16, offer a two-week series of 98 Olympic-style events in 38 athletic and recreational sports. They attract nearly 2,500 men and women, 50 and over, with a variety of skills - the serious competitor, the fun at heart, the seasoned athlete, the late bloomer, and the physically challenged. The purpose of the Games is to promote friendly competition, fellowship, health and...
Ronald Clifford "Ronnie" Huggins, 65, of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at Winter Haven Hospital. He was born November 15, 1954 in Batavia, NY. He grew up in Polk County then later moved to West Palm Beach for his career in construction and returned in 2009 when he retired. He was the project superintendent for Clark Construction. He was a member of Waverly Baptist Church and Lake Wales American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, was a big 49ers fan, loved to cook...
It's time to request an entry book to enter the 28th Annual Polk Senior Games scheduled for Feb. 29 to March 16. The Games offer a two-week series of 100 athletic and recreational Olympic-style events. They attract over 2,500 men and women, 50 years and over, with a variety of skills - the serious competitor, the fun at heart, the seasoned athlete, the late bloomer, and the physically challenged. The purpose of the Games is to promote friendly competition, fellowship, health...
William "Bill" Thomas Stephens, 65, of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019 at Advent Health in Orlando. He was born February 27, 1954 in Ft. Payne, AL. He has been a resident of the area since 1986 coming from South Dakota. He was a mechanic for over 40 years and retired from Jarrett Gordon Ford. William loved fishing, camping and boating. He is preceded in death by his parents William T. and Maggie A. (Burries) Stephens, brothers and sisters. He is survived by his d...
Sherrie Louise Castaneda, 70, of Lake Wales passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019 at The Groves Center. She was born Sept. 18, 1949 in Bartow to the late Starlin D. and Doreather (Mimbs) Carnley Sr. She has been a lifelong Polk County resident. She was in the Boxing Department for Blue Ribbon Packing House in Dundee. Sherrie was of the Church of God faith, she enjoyed doing puzzles, playing video games and fishing. She is preceded in death by 4 brothers and 1 sister. She is survived by her daughter Theda Daniels and husband...
George Irwin Owen, 74, of Lake Wales passed way Monday, Nov. 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born November 29, 1944 in Kendallville, IN to the late Richard B. and Esther (Hall) Owen. He has been a resident of the area for 3 years coming from Corunna, IN. He was a retired letter carrier for the U.S. Post Office. George loved being with his family, going to the community pool, traveling and fishing. He is preceded in death by his brother Richard Owen III....
Honk if you love bass fishing! Bartow Ford is investing in Florida bass conservation by partnering with FWC's TrophyCatch angler recognition program. The company has provided a Ford F-150 to be the "TrophyCatch Truck," which is being used to promote the program throughout Florida. The F-150 is also the designated tow vehicle for the TrophyCatch boat, donated by partner Phoenix Bass Boats. The colorfully wrapped duo of truck and boat provide a mobile billboard that encourages...
Charles Joseph Fanz, 68, of Lake Wales passed away Nov. 9, 2019 at Advent Healthcare in Lake Wales. He was born April 2, 1951 in Camden, NJ to the late George Henry and Claire (Bass) Fanz. He was a resident of Franklinville, NJ until 1989 when he moved to Lake Wales. He was a truck driver since the age of 16 and a Volunteer Firefighter at Janvier Fire Co. Station 43-2 for 25 years. He was a lifetime member of the Fireman's Association and was a Moose Lodge member. He enjoyed...
