The Obituary Section

Edgar Herrera

Lakeland, Florida

February 11, 2026

Edgar Salvador Tanchez Herrera passed away on February 12 2026 in Lakeland Florida at the age of 59. Born on October 21 1966 in Huehuetenango Guatemala to Lauriano Salvador Tanchez and Tomasa Cresencia. Edgar was a devoted spouse to Isabel Tanchez his wife of 36 years whose companionship and love were the cornerstones of his life. Together they built a life full of joy mutual respect and unwavering support for one another. He was a beloved brother to Quity Margarita Tanchez Herrera Carmela Cristina Tanchez Herrera and Jeyson Eduardo Tanchez Merida. His parents Lauriano and Tomasa predeceased him but the values they instilled in him remained a guiding force throughout his life. Edgars passion for mechanics was more than just a profession it was a craft he honed with dedication and pride. His hands could breathe new life into the most weary of engines and his expertise was sought after…

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Paulette Duncan Churn

Lake Wales, Florida

Family Hour 11AM Homegoing Celebration 12PM Caver Memorial Chapel Interment private

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Yolanda Booth

Lake Wales, Florida

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Michael Joseph Tette

Lake Wales, Florida

February 10, 2026

Michael Joseph Tette, born on January 10, 1941, in Rochester, New York, passed away on February 11, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was 85 years old. Michael had a successf...

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Sr. Romie D. Sharpe

Lake Wales, Florida

February 11, 2026

Romie D. Sharpe, Sr. passed away on February 12, 2026, at the AdventHealth Heart of Florida. He was born on August 11, 1944, in Soperton, Georgia. Romie was a dedicated family m...

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Susan Candee Ferla

Lake Wales, Florida

On February 4th 2026, while at home bathed in the love of family and the morning sunlight, Susan Candee (Cochran) Ferla took her last breath and peacefully slipped into eternal...

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Tim Wayne Simmons

Lake Wales, Florida

February 11, 2026

Timothy W. “Tim” Simmons, a retired truck driver, was born on December 8, 1966, in Lakeland, Florida. He passed away on February 12, 2026, at AdventHealth Lake Wales. Tim had a...

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Wynette Bethune

Haines City, Florida

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