All Obituaries

Bradley Sparks, 68, went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2026. Bradley was bon on September 14, 1957, in Indiana and spent most of his life in Highlands County, Florida, where he lived for 64 years. He was a graduate of Sebring High School. Bradley worked for many years at Phoenix Molding Shoes, Inserts and Braces before retiring. He was known for his remarkable ability to fix or build almost anything. With a natural engineering mind and strong hands-on skills, he helped countless friends, ...

Devin Wilson, 46, of Lake Placid, passed away on February 23, 2026. Devin was born January 13, 1980, in Houma, Louisiana, to Rhonda (Pitre) Wilson and William Wilson, both of whom preceded him in death. Devin was a talented woodworker who took great pride in his craft and the business he built with his own hands. He found joy in creating pieces that would last for years and be part of people’s homes and lives. Outside of his work, Devin loved traveling and especially enjoyed visiting ...

Ruth Ann Palmer (Conlan), age 77, passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2026. Born on June 20, 1948, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of John M. Conlan and Caroline (Gill) Conlan. Ruth Ann shared 57 wonderful years of marriage with her best friend and the love of her life, Jack Palmer. Together they built a life centered on love, family, and adventure. A nurse by profession, Ruth Ann’s career reflected the caring and compassionate nature that defined her life. She lived in ...

Charles “Craig” Cloud, 74, of Avon Park, went to His heavenly home on January 24, 2026, after a valiant battle with cancer in the presence of his home and surrounded by love.  Born to Charlie and Doris Cloud on November 2, 1951, Craig, as everyone knew him, was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 40 years, Audrey, both parents, siblings Ralph, John and Charlane. He is survived by his brothers, Philip (Caroline) Cloud and David (Darlene) Cloud, and sisters, Cathy ...

Eunice Mae Cochran Iley-Lavender, 69, of Avon Park, passed away January 10, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was an active member of the Ridge Seventh-day Adventist Church of Avon Park. Born March 25, 1956, in Mulberry, Florida, she was the sixth of seven siblings. She was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Russell Lavender, and daughter Donna (Jeff) Block, and brother George Cochran. She is also survived by her grandchildren, ...

Salvador Galicia, 92, of Avon Park, passed away on January 1, 2026 at his home.  Salvador was a native of the Philippines and had moved to this area in April of 2000.  He enjoyed reading, biking, photography, walking and touring.  He was a member of the Avon Park Seventh Day Adventist Church.  He was preceded in death by son, Nelson.  He is survived by his wife, Norma; 3 children, Noel, Nelia and Noemi; siblings, Elana Delacruz, Rosie Languban and Mario Galicia; 7 ...

Kathy Lynn Chase passed away in the early morning hours of January 1st, 2026 at the age of 67.  Born February 11, 1958 to John and Eileen (Brown) Robinson in Sayre, Pennsylvania.  She was the youngest of their three daughters.  She was a Wife, a Mother, a Daughter, a Sister and an Aunt.  She is survived by her husband Larry and son Justin, her sisters, Retha (Michael) Sandor and Jada Orr.  Along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. Kathy devoted her entire adult ...

Victoria “Vickie” Ann Flowers, born on November 26, 1945 to Thomas and Ethel (Pate) Harrison, took  her last earthly breath on Friday, December 26, 2025 at the age of 80.  She was married to the love of her life Tony L. Flowers on September 5, 1966.  This 59 year bond produced 4 children: Frank (Shari) Flowers, Stephen (Sarah) Flowers, Michael (Andrea) Flowers and Deanna Spurlock; 9 grandchildren, Frankie, Matt, Crystal, Cierra (Tyler) Cole, Stephen, Christine, ...

Ethel Maxine Wenger, 88, passed away December 5, 2025, in Lebanon, Ohio. She was born May 13, 1937, in Waverly, Ohio, to Clarence and Lucille Bellow (both deceased).  Ethel worked as a bookkeeper for many auto dealerships throughout her career. She was an avid antiquer, enjoyed garage-saling, and loved orchids and African violets. She moved to Florida in the mid-1980s and was a long-time member of Union Church in Avon Park, FL.  She was married to Joseph Fritz, who died in 1986, ...

Lisa Marie Clayton-Alley, 55, of Avon Park died December 7, 2025 at AdventHealth Sebring.   She was an avid collector of books, Pokemon cards, dice and Legos.  She showed God's grace and love to all.  Lisa was a Librarian assistant at South Florida State College.   She was in her life the ... Daughter of Karen and Stephen Clayton.  Eldest sibling of Stephen Clayton Jr. and Lara Matthews.  Mother of Shaylin and Brody Alley.  Lover of only ...