Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home of Avon Park

01/06/2026

Clyde Alexander Furbur

Clyde A. Furbur, age 93, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 4, 2026. He was a long time resident and developer of the Orange Blossom Community in Avon Park, Florida. Clyde is survived by his wife of sixty-seven years, Celia Furbur, two sons; James Furbur (Wendy Furbur) and Peter Furbur (Sharon Furbur), six grandchildren, and numerous nieces and newphews. He is preceded in passing by his oldest son; JohnMark Furbur, parents; John and Delia Furbur, and...

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12/30/2025

Clara Frances Grice

Clara Frances Grice, 82, born on October 29, 1942, in Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Avon Park, Florida. A true Southern belle, Clara inspired many with her life of grace, gentleness, and unwavering faith. Kindness and compassion flowed naturally from her. She was always striving to live as Jesus would — with love, patience, and an open heart. For 35 years, she shared her joy of...

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12/30/2025

Gary Eugene Byington

Gary Byington, 86, Passed away in Avon Park FL on December 29, 2025. He was born November 1, 1939 in Pepin County, Wisconsin to Ted and Helen (Robelia) Byington; the oldest of 6 children. He graduated from Arkansaw High School in 1957. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army, at which time he served part of his enlistment in Germany. He married his high school sweetheart Jane Keys in 1958 and they raised 4...

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12/26/2025

Robert Jennings

Robert Lee Jennings II, age 67, of Avon Park, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 25, 2025. He was born April 22, 1958 in Augusta, Georgia to Robert Lee Jennings and Florence Parker. Robert grew up in Augusta, Georgia, went to Southeastern Bible College, and was an Executive for Nissan North America/Infiniti. He attended Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church and has been a resident of Avon Park, Florida since December 2024. Robert is survived...

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12/26/2025

John Franklin Welch, Jr.

John Franklin Welch, age 91, of Avon Park, FL, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at his residence in Friendswood, TX. He was born July 31, 1934, in Avon Park, FL to John Franklin Welch, Sr. and Rosa Thaxton Welch. Franklin graduated from Avon Park High School in 1952 and enrolled at Florida Christian College in Tampa. After he graduated with his associates degree in 1954, he enrolled at the University of Florida in Gainesville. After completing his junior year...

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12/25/2025

12/22/2025

Franklin R. Schaeffer

Franklin Robert “Bob” Schaeffer, Jr. passed away peacefully, with family by his side, on December 19, 2025, in Sebring, Florida, at the age of 93. Bob was born on November 13, 1932, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, to Franklin Robert Schaeffer, Sr. and Dorothy Emerick Schaeffer. He was raised in Pennsylvania alongside his siblings and carried a lifelong appreciation for family. Bob shared 73 devoted years of marriage with his beloved wife, Margaret (“Skip”) Schaeffer. Together, they built a life rooted in...

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12/22/2025

Michael Henry Goodson

Michael Henry Goodson, age 80, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away December 21, 2025. He was born May 14, 1945 in Portsmouth, Ohio to Cecil and Agnes Bernice (Carpenter) Goodson. Mike enlisted into the military at the age of 16, in 1961. He received his military assignment to Avon Park, FL in 1976. Mike served 20 years and retired in 1985 as a Tech Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force. Following that he spent 43 more years with civil service...

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12/09/2025

David Garcia Martinez, Sr.

David Garcia Martinez, Sr., age 64, of Frostproof, Florida, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025. He was born June 26, 1961 in Valle de Santiago, Guanajuatu, Mexico to Florentino Martinez Nieto and Clementina Zavala Garcia. David has farmed and worked in agriculture for his whole life, is of Catholic Faith, and has been a resident of Frostproof, Florida since 1979, coming from Mexico. He is survived by his Wife – Elizabeth Martinez of Frostproof, FL; Sons – David Martinez, Jr....

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12/04/2025

Evett Bernard Parker

E. Bernard Parker, 92, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Avon Park, Florida. Born November 25, 1933, in Lawrence County, he was the son of Evett and Julia (Meadows) Parker. He married Phyllis I. Darcus on July 14, 1951, and she preceded him in death on May 9, 2022. He retired from ABB of Bloomington, formerly Westinghouse, after 30 years of service. He was of Christian faith and a former member of the Sharkey Pentecostal Church of Bloomfield.Survivors...

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12/03/2025

Bessie Lee Brock

Bessie Lee Brock, age 93, of Avon Park, FL, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, in Avon Park, FL. She was born on November 27, 1932, in East Prairie, MO, to her parents James and Luona (Manley) Buttrey. She moved to Florida from Missouri in 1969. She is preceded in passing by her Parents, husband; Melvin C. Brock, sisters; Margarete Gearheart, Mildred Allen, daughters; Melvina Parson, Sheila Mae Brock, and son; Larry Brock, Richard Bruce...

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11/29/2025

Dr. Donald Blair Geldart

Dr. Donald Blair Geldart, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in Bradenton, FL. He was born on October 5, 1940, in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, to his loving parents William Guy and Marguerite (Arsneault) Geldart. Dr. Donald Geldart relocated to Florida in 1976 with his family. He dedicated his life to helping and caring for others.He is preceded in passing by his parents and wife, Ruth Alice Geldart.He is survived by his beloved daughters;...

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