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Serving Florida families since 1906. Robarts is Wauchula's premiere funeral home. Proudly Serving ALL Of Hardee County.

The Robarts family of funeral homes has been serving communities in Florida since 1906. We are locally owned and operated, and are proud to be chosen as Hardee County's first choice in funeral care. Robarts Family Funeral Home is always here for you in your time of need.

10/14/2026

Steve Edward McQuaig, 51, passed away on October 10, 2026 in Hardee County, Florida. He was born on March 25, 1975 to Donald Alderman and Barbara McQuaig in Wauchula, Florida. A lifelong resident of Hardee County, he made his living in construction as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Steve was a hardworking man that loved his family.

Steve is survived by his mother Barbara, his sons Joshua McQuaig (Jessica) of Ona, Florida, Stephen McQuaig (Samantha) of Avon Park, Florida, and Joseph McQuaig (Tabatha) of Arcadia, Florida; his sister Samantha Alderman of Winter Haven, Florida; and his grandchildren London McQuaig, Hardin McQuaig, Abigail McQuaig, Branson McQuaig, Cohen McQuaig, Evan McQuaig, Riley McQuaig, and Oliver McQuaig.

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10/13/2026

Pollyanna Medley Bethea, 65, passed away on October 8, 2026 in Lakeland, Florida. She was born on July 7, 1961 to James Sherman Medley and Patricia Annette Gibeaut Medley in Valparaiso, Florida. After relocating to Hardee County, she made her living as a Daycare worker.

She is preceded in death by both parents, her husband Donald Nelson Bethea, and her brother James Sherman Medley Jr. Polly is survived by her sons Nelson Bethea (Ashley) of Highland City, Florida, and Dalton Bethea (Gabby) of Lakeland, Florida, her sister Christine Medley Hartley of Alabama, several nieces and nephews, and two grandchildren.

A service will be officiated by Reverend Scott Thomas at Fort Green Baptist Church on Friday, October 16th, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

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10/07/2026

Roy Eugene "Gene" Boyette, of Wauchula, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Gene was born in Altha, Florida on July 30, 1955, to the late Lonnie Alford Boyette and Alva Alday Boyette. Gene had made Wauchula home most of his life and was employed by the Town of Zolfo Springs. Gene was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers; Hubert Alday, Donnie Boyette, and Albert Boyette. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary Sheree Coleman Boyette, daughters Melissa (Mike) Lessa of Avon Park, Florida, and Heather (Jeff) Taylor of Myakka City, Florida; sisters Geneva (Clyde) Ford of Lake City, Florida, and Connie (James) Roberts of Wauchula, Florida. Survivors also include five grandchildren, Kaitlyn Aviles, Michaela Lessa, Stephen Lessa, Lindsey Taylor, and Hayden Taylor; one great-grandchild, Elio along with several nieces and nephews. Gene was, as described by many, a man of few words who enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and loved to hunt in his spare time. Funeral services for Gene will be on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Robarts Garden Chapel with the visitation at 10:00 A.M. funeral starting at 11:00 A.M. Reverend James Roberts will be officiating. Internment will follow at New Hope Baptist Cemetery.

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10/06/2026

Erma Rae Thompson, 84, passed away on October 4, 2026 in Sebring, Florida. She was born on July 22, 1942 to John Earlenbaugh and Erma Gee Earlenbaugh in Akron, Ohio. After moving to Hardee County in 1992 from Indianapolis where she made a living as a typist for the Lawyers Title Insurance Company and was Christian by faith of the Light and Life Free Methodist Church. She also worked at the Heartland Christian School in Sebring where she had a hand in many of the schools' operations before retiring in 2012.

She is preceded in death by both parents, her husband Donovan E Thompson, as well as her sister Donna Chaumont. Erma is survived by her son John G Dobbins of Broken Bow, Oklahoma; her daughters Pamela Cornelius of Wauchula, Florida, Donna Thomas-McNeely of Murietta, California, Lynda Thompson Resnick(Seth) of West Palm Beach, Florida; her brothers Donald Earlenbaugh of Ashland, Ohio and Dennis Earlenbaugh of Akron, Ohio, and brother in law Jack Chaumont of Seville, Ohio; Erma's grandchildren Michael Cornelius, Michael Gregory Harker, William Brenton Harker, Emily Schroeder, and Spencer McNeely. She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren.

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10/06/2026

David Edward Jernigan, 68, passed away on October 3, 2026 in Wauchula, Florida. He was born on January 5, 1958 to Edward Jernigan and Mildred Williams Jernigan. A lifelong resident of the Hardee County area where he made his living as a railroad worker for the phosphate mines.

He is preceded in death by both parents. He is survived by his companion Jenny Dickey Jernigan ; his daughters Lydia Jernigan(William Moore) of Lake Wales, Florida, Daffney Jernigan of Indiana, Bethany Barnett (Dustin Mosser) of Sebring, Florida, Cassidy Abbott (William) of Sebring, Florida, Cameron Caudill(Kaley) of Winter Haven, Florida, Haylee Gigilotti(Jordan) of Myakka City, Florida, and Shelby Albritton of Wauchula, Florida; and his stepson Colton Albritton of North Port, Florida. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren.

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09/29/2026

Rita Marie Sweatt born May 29,1986 left this world on September 21, 2026 and joined her mother, grandparents, uncles, and great-niece. Rita was one of a kind, she lived for today and loved her boys Garret and Aiden Bivens more than anything. Rita baked the best pies, cakes and pumpkin rolls! We sure will miss her until we see her again! A Memorial Service will be held at The Wauchula Moose Lodge on Saturday, October 3, 2026 3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. We will have refreshments and pulled pork, please feel free to bring a side dish or snacks.

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09/28/2026

Lydia McCumber, 89, passed away on September 23, 2026 in Wauchula, Florida. She was born on June 29, 1937 in San Antonio, Texas before relocating to Hardee County in 1971. She spent her time as a homemaker taking care of her family and home.

She is preceded in death by her daughter Gracie McCumber and her son Abram McCumber. She is survived by her husband Joe McCumber of Bowling Green Florida; her sons Joe McCumber Jr of Texas, George McCumber(Sally) of Texas, Felipe McCumber(Maria) of Bartow, Florida, Armondo McCumber(Delia) of Texas, Manuel McCumber of Bartow, Florida, Charles McCumber(Sandra) of Ft Meade, Florida, Robert McCumber of Indiana, and Leonard McCumber(Patricia) of South Carolina; her daughters Mary McCumber(Johnny Garcia) of Bowling Green, Florida, Romana McCumber Garza(Santos) of Georgia, Maxie McCumber(Ortiz) of Arcadia, Florida, Lina Aguilar McCumber(David) of Winter Haven, Florida, and Isabel Sanchez(Elias) of Fort Meade, Florida. She is also survived by 47 grandchildren.
A visitation will be held at Robarts Garden Chapel on Thursday, October 1, 2026 @ 10:00 A.M. followed by a graveside service at Wauchula City Cemetery.
She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

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09/21/2026

Maria Guadalupe “Lupe” Flores, 84, of Wauchula, Florida, passed away peacefully on
September 18, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends. She was born on October 15, 1941,
in Teocaltiche, Jalisco, Mexico, to Concepcion Perez and Juana Estrada Perez.
Lupe arrived in Wauchula in 1965, where she made her home and built a life centered on
family, faith, hard work, and service to others. She worked in agriculture and was also an
amazing cook, sharing her love through the many meals she lovingly prepared for her family
and friends.
Lupe will always be remembered for her giving heart, determination, generosity, and
unwavering devotion to her family. She was full of life and never hesitated to help others. Most
importantly, she was a devoted Catholic with a strong and abiding faith. She loved her church,
her community, and the people around her.
She is survived by her seven daughters and one son: Maria Teresa Florez (Nicolas Martinez),
and her children Bernardino, Jr. and Michael Torres, Nicole and Chelsea Martinez; Yolanda
Flores (Robert Breitbard ); Jose Luis Flores (Angelica), and his children Alexis, Danely, and Isaac
Flores; Clara Hernandez (Oscar), and her children Jessica, David, and Eric Hernandez; Graciela
Valadez (Eliazar), and her children Lee, Christian, and Karina Valadez; Irma Arce (Rafael, Jr.), and
her children Briana, Laura, and Angelina Arce; Leticia Connely (Michael), and her children
Adrian Flores and Michael S. Connelly and Elisa...

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09/18/2026

Deanna Merle Carlton Conerly, 86, passed away on September 17, 2026 in Zolfo Springs, Florida. She was born on October 16, 1939 in Zolfo Springs, Florida to Samuel Dowdney Carlton and Muriel Walker Carlton. A lifelong resident of Hardee County, she spent her days as a homemaker caring for her family and home.

She is preceded in death by both parents, as well as her husband John Novell Conerly. She is survived by her son David Conerly (Darlina) of Wauchula, Florida; her daughter Carla O’Bryan (Danny) of Zolfo Springs, Florida; grandchildren Vicki Newman (Brock), Christopher Nava, Justin Conerly (Brittney), and Joshua Conerly (Jennifer). She is also survived by eighteen great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held at the Robarts Garden Chapel on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. followed by funeral services at 11:00 A.M. officiated by Reverend Jay Cook and Mr Marcus Shackleford internment will take place at Wauchula Cemetery.

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09/18/2026

Roy Lee Browning, 67, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026. Born on August 24, 1959, Lee was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was filled with family, friendship, and the things he loved most.

Lee was happiest when he was doing something he loved, especially if it meant being outdoors or surrounded by the people who mattered to him. He loved fishing, playing softball, and had a true passion for mounted shooting competitions. Whether he was spending a day on the water, competing on his horses, or stepping onto the softball field, Lee enjoyed the simple things in life and the memories made along the way.

Lee was preceded in death by his parents, Randall and Lois Browning.

He is survived by his children, Matthew (Noemi) Holstein of Homestead, Florida; Christopher (Kandice) Browning of Georgia; Taylor (Quinn) Browning Jones of Arcadia, Florida; and Logan Browning of Arcadia, Florida.

He is also survived by his seven grandchildren, who brought tremendous joy to his life and gave him one of the titles he cherished most—Grandpa.

Lee is further survived by his siblings, Mack (Deloris) Browning of West Virginia and Bernice Brunty of West Virginia, along with extended family and many friends whose lives he touched throughout the years.

Those who knew him will remember him in countless ways, in stories told around the family, days spent fishing, afternoons at the ballfield, time at shooting competitions, and all of the...

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