Delores Ann Respress
Delores Ann Respress
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Delores Ann Respress, age 75, a lifelong resident of Avon Park, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. She was born on April 9, 1950, in Avon Park, to her loving parents, Thomas and Josephine (Ward) Reynolds. She was a woman of strong faith and a member of First Baptist Church of Avon Park. She is preceded in passing by her parents and four brothers. She is survived by her sons; Ray Respress (Karla) – Avon Park, FL, John Respress (Danielle) – Avon Park, FL, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held for Delores at Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home of Avon Park, FL, on Thursday, November 6, beginning at 11:00 a.m. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Arrangements entrusted to:
Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home
Avon Park, Florida
Online condolences may be left at
www.stephensonnelsonfh.com
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111 East Circle Street, Avon Park, FL 33825
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