OBITUARIES

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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

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 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

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 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.

Jul 12, 2023

Alfred R. Austin, 81, of Lakeland, FL, passed away on July 12, 2023. Al is survived by his wife, Jann Austin. He retired as CEO of credit unions. Al is lovingly remembered by his family.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 2:00 pm at Heath Funeral Chapel....

Jul 9, 2023

Jul 9, 2023

Linda C. Gunter, 74, of Lakeland, FL passed away on July 9, 2023, from a heart attack.

She was predeceased by parents, Martin and Mazie May Cape of Nebraska and grandson, Logan Gunter of Lakeland, and she left behind husband, Jerry Gunter, sons, Jack Gunter (Jen) and Matthew Gunter. grandchildren, Ava, Andrew, Jacob,...

Jul 7, 2023

Laura Frances Pinner was born on Nov. 30, 1969 in Lakeland, Florida, the youngest child of Bill and Frances Pinner’s five children. From the beginning, she was surrounded by love by her family. Surely, this was the source of her ear-to-ear smile and her love for others that endeared her to anyone she met throughout her life.

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Jul 6, 2023

Peggy Jane Goff passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023. She was born on February 21, 1939, to the late Emmett and Alice Dinkins in Jacksonville, Florida.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and son, James Goff, Jr.

Peggy is survived by her husband, Jim of 64 years,...