Pamela was the beloved daughter of Charlotte Dyess and William Francis Dyess, both of whom preceded her in death, as did her son Robert. From her earliest days in Miami, Pamela embraced the values instilled by her parents—compassion, integrity, and a gentle spirit. These qualities formed the foundation of the life she built and shared with others.
Pamela met and married Clyde Spikes, with whom she enjoyed a long and devoted marriage. Together, they created a warm and loving home filled with laughter. She was a proud and caring mother to their son, John Spikes, and daughter, Charlotte Spikes, both of whom survive her and continue her legacy of love and dignity, along with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Throughout her life, Pamela exemplified strength, grace, and resilience. She touched the lives of many, nurturing family and friendships with unwavering loyalty and care. Her warmth extended not only to those she loved most dearly but also to everyone fortunate enough to cross her path.
Family and friends are invited to honor Pamela’s memory at a visitation on Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Akin Davis Funeral Home in Fort Myers, located at 13932 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905. A burial service will follow on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Alva Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Alva, FL 33920.
In mourning her loss, those who loved Pamela also celebrate her remarkable character and compassion. While she will be deeply missed, her legacy will endure forever, alive in the hearts of those she cherished most.
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We are saddened to announce the passing of our father, grandfather, and friend; Lance M. "Bubba" Whidden has passed away on July 12, 2026 in Lake Wales, Florida after lengthy illness.
Bubba was born on January 15, 1939 in Wauchula, Florida to the late Griffin Milton and the late Ressie Mae Terrell Whidden. Bubba worked for many years as a cowboy, which he enjoyed doing all of his life. He also worked throughout the years as a heavy equipment operator and also spent awhile as a law enforcement officer. If the family had to say what Bubba enjoyed most was being around family and friends. Bubba was the true matriarch of his family, providing for his family the best way he knew. Bubba will be sorely missed by his entire family and all of his friends that he made throughout his cowboying days.
Bubba leaves fond memories with is children; William Whidden and his wife Julia, Steve Whidden and his wife Kassandra, and Cynthia Whidden. Bubba also leaves great memories with his grandchildren; Stephen Whidden and his wife Lauren, Kasey Whidden, William Whidden and his wife Courtney, Frances Jarsen and her husband Matthew, Grace Whidden, Johnny Whidden, CJ Minor and husband Steven, Kayla Whidden, great grandchildren; Weston L. Whidden, Lance H. Whidden, Stephen K. Whidden, and Thomas Jarsen, Bubba has two sisters-in-law who also survive, Maggie Whidden and Peggy Whidden, and a host of extended family members and close family friends.
Celebration of Bubba's life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Celebration Barn in Alva, Florida. Please remember Bubba with a good joke and story and come share with the celebration of life well lived. Bubba is riding his horse along with all of his cowboy friends who have preceded him in the sky. Ride long Bubba!
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We are saddened to announce the passing of our father, grandfather, and friend; Lance M. "Bubba" Whidden has passed away on July 12, 2026 in Lake Wales, Florida after lengthy illness.
Bubba was born on January 15, 1939 in Wauchula, Florida to the late Griffin Milton and the late Ressie Mae Terrell Whidden. Bubba worked for many years as a cowboy, which he enjoyed doing all of his life. He also worked throughout the years as a heavy equipment operator and also spent awhile as a law enforcement officer. If the family had to say what Bubba enjoyed most was being around family and friends. Bubba was the true matriarch of his family, providing for his family the best way he knew. Bubba will be sorely missed by his entire family and all of his friends that he made throughout his cowboying days.
Bubba leaves fond memories with is children; William Whidden and his wife Julia, Steve Whidden and his wife Kassandra, and Cynthia Whidden. Bubba also leaves great memories with his grandchildren; Stephen Whidden and his wife Lauren, Kasey Whidden, William Whidden and his wife Courtney, Frances Jarsen and her husband Matthew, Grace Whidden, Johnny Whidden, CJ Minor and husband Steven, Kayla Whidden, great grandchildren; Weston L. Whidden, Lance H. Whidden, Stephen K. Whidden, and Thomas Jarsen, Bubba has two sisters-in-law who also survive, Maggie Whidden and Peggy Whidden, and a host of extended family members and close family friends.
Celebration of Bubba's life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Celebration Barn in Alva, Florida. Please remember Bubba with a good joke and story and come share with the celebration of life well lived. Bubba is riding his horse along with all of his cowboy friends who have preceded him in the sky. Ride long Bubba!
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We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved matriarch, Ruth Warren Miners, 95, of Fort Myers, Florida. She was born on March 9, 1931, in Philadelphia, Mississippi, to John and Bernice Watkins Warren and passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, surrounded by family.
In 1950, Ruth married Curtis Miners, and together they shared 65 years of marriage. Curtis and Ruth built a life together in South Florida, where they owned and operated several grocery stores in Pahokee and Immokalee before retiring. She was renowned for her incredible southern cooking and legendary cakes, and one of her greatest joys was feeding the folks she loved. Ruth was a dedicated and loving wife and a selfless, devoted mother to her children. Her strength, warmth, and steady presence left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her.
Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Curtis Miners; her son, Alan Miners; and her great-granddaughter, Savannah Miners.
She is survived by her children, Steve Miners (Naples, FL) and Jay Miners (Fort White, FL); her grandchildren, Starr Miners, Jared Miners, Curt Miners, Jeb Miners, and Justin Miners; and six great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held from 5:00–6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle, FL, followed by a celebration of Ruth's life beginning at 6:00 p.m., with Rev. Cliff Gobble officiating. Ruth will be laid to rest the following day, Friday, July 17th, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Port Mayaca Cemetery, resting once again beside her loving husband and son.
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We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved daughter, mother, sister and friend, Rheannon Villarreal Robbins, age 27, passed away on July 10, 2026 in Immokalee, Florida.
Rheannon was born on September 10, 1997, in Naples, Florida to John Robbins, Sr, and Victoria Villarreal. She was a loving mother who took great care of her children and enjoyed doing fun things with them. She always had a smile on her face to share with everyone she would meet. Rheannon will be dearly missed by everyone who loves and knew her.
Rheannon leave fond memories with her children; Emma Sanchez and Lazarius Robbins, her mother Victoria Villarreal, her father; John Robbins, Sr, her sisters; Destiney Robbins, Mary Robbins, Thora Robbins, Liberty Robbins, and Grace Robbins, her brother; John Robbins, Jr, along with many extended family members and close friends.
Rheannon was preceded in death by her adorable son, Julian Sanchez.
Visitation for Rheannon will be 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at First Seminole Baptist Church in Immokalee, Florida. Her funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., July 15, 2026 at First Baptist Big Cypress on the Big Cypress Seminole Reservation. Rheannon will be laid to rest in the Big Cypress Cemetery also on the Big Cypress Seminole Reservation.
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