OBITUARIES
Milton J. Bassett
Jun 24, 2015
Milton J. Bassett, 94 Lakeland- Milton J. Bassett, 94, of Lakeland, died on June 24, 2015. He was born on September 7, 1920 in Savannah, Georgia. Milton was a veteran of the United States Army having served twenty four years, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant MSG E8 Bassett served during WWII in the Philippines, and two tours in...
Ruth Ann Smith
Jun 23, 2015
Ruth Ann Smith, 77 Homemaker Lakeland-Ruth Ann Smith, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 23rd. She was born in Rosebush, Michigan to Hazel and Jacob Bechdolt. Ruth was a wonderful mother and wife who used her creativity and love to make the world a better place for many people. Her stained glass work creations hold a place of...
Lee R. Closson
Jun 21, 2015
Lee R. Closson, 79 LECO Automotive Auburndale- Mr. Lee R. Closson died on June 21, 2015 at Good Shepherd Hospice. He was born February 23, 1936 in Altoona, PA. He worked most of his life in the automotive industry. He owned his own local business, LECO Automotive in Lakeland for nearly 30 years before retiring. Lee was preceded in...
Ronald Alan Puckett
Jun 19, 2015
Ronald Alan Puckett, 55 Southeast Turf Partners Lakeland " Ronald Alan ""Slim"" Puckett died June 19, 2015 suddenly due to cardiac arrest. He was born February 19, 1960 in Lakeland. Alan is the son of William Ronald Puckett and Edith Wood Puckett who predeceased him. He is survived by Sisters Karen Merritt (Billy) and Sheila McElwee, Nephews Brandt Merritt...
Lori Lafleur
Jun 18, 2015
Lori LaFleur, 51 Print Shop Operator Lakeland- Mrs. Lori LaFleur died on June 18, 2015 at LRMC. She was born August 22, 1963 in Lakeland, Florida. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren. She is predeceased by her father Lysle Twiss. Lori is survived by her husband of 31 years, Joe, 2 daughters, Jessica Chumney, Kayli LaFleur, son, Cory LaFleur,...
Michael ��Mickey�� Wayne Elms
Jun 17, 2015
Michael ""Mickey"" Wayne Elms Lakeland - Michael ""Mickey"" Wayne Elms, 61, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully in his sleep June 17, 2015, at home. He was born August 20, 1953, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Loretta and Herman Elms. He was one of seven (7) siblings. He attended Clairton High School and Allegheny Community College...
Betty Jean Smith Wey
Jun 17, 2015
Betty Jean Smith Wey Lakeland - Betty Jean Smith Wey of Lakeland, FL, entered into eternal rest at home surrounded by her loving family on June 17, 2015. She has been a resident of Lakeland since 1977 when her husband was transferred here with Publix Supermarkets. Betty was born November 15,1924, at home in Seelyville, IN, Vigo County, the...
April Dawn Moore
Jun 14, 2015
April Dawn Moore, 41 No one could have brought as much joy into our lives as April Dawn Moore who passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2015. April was born on October 12, 1973, in Winter Haven, Florida. April""s caring, positive spirit led her to reach out to others in need and was held steadfast her entire life by...
Kaye Stallings James
Jun 12, 2015
Kaye Stallings James Lakeland " Kaye Stallings James, 70 passed away on Friday, June 12, 2015 from complications of pulmonary fibrosis. Kaye was born in Wilson, NC on August 12, 1944 to the late Gordon and Nell Stallings. She is survived by her husband of 54 years Dennis James; daughters, Karen James Hensley and Kathryn James (Jim) Swift and...
Glen Lee Gordon
Jun 5, 2015
GLEN LEE GORDON, 78 REALTOR Lakeland- Mr Glen Lee Gordon, 78, passed away peacefully Friday, June 5, 2015 in Lakeland, Florida. Glen was born October 5, 1936. He was a lifelong resident of Lakeland, a graduate of Lakeland High School and a two year graduate of Florida Southern College. He was also a lifelong member of First Baptist Church....
Gregory Julius Kolp
Jun 4, 2015
Gregory Julius Kolp, 53, died on June 4, 2015 at LRMC. He is survived by his wife, Sue Kolp, 4 brothers & 1 sister. Heath Funeral Chapel
James Walton Griffin
Jun 4, 2015
James Walton Griffin, 94 Atlantic Coastline, CSX Railroad Lakeland: James Walton Griffin, 94, of Lakeland, died on June 4, 2015 at his home. He was born on February 23, 1921 in Spring Hope, North Carolina. He was a member and deacon at Southside Baptist Church and was also a member of First United Methodist Church of Lakeland. He was...
Shirley Joan Sawyers
Jun 3, 2015
SHIRLEY JOAN SAWYERS Lakeland " Shirley Joan Sawyers, my beloved wife, left us on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 due to problems in swallowing, breathing, and her circulatory system. This lovely girl, the daughter of Floyd and Mildred Pease, was born on August 2, 1927 in Binghamton, NY. Shirley graduated from Binghamton High School in 1945. She began her quest...
Harriet Ann Edwards
May 31, 2015
Harriet Ann Edwards, 81, died on May 31, 2015 at LRMC. She is survived by 5 children, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Heath Funeral Chapel
Carl Elliott Reitano
May 31, 2015
Carl Elliott Reitano, 25 Business Owner, Landscaper Holiday - Carl Elliott Reitano of Holiday, Florida, was killed in a motorcycle accident on Sunday, May 31. He was born on December 18, 1989. Carl, a landscaper and small business owner, was a devoted son and loyal friend. All who knew him were touched by his gentle soul and humble demeanor....
Walter D. Sachatsky
May 30, 2015
Walter ""Satch"" Sachatsky, 70, died on May 30, 2015. He is survived by his wife Mary, 2 children Paul Sachatsky and Mira Miller. Heath Funeral Chapel
Helen S. Burke Applebee
May 30, 2015
Helen S. Burke Applebee, 96 Lakeland: Helen S. Burke Applebee, 96, of Lakeland, died on May 30, 2015. She was born in the Bronx, NY on February 4, 1919. Helen was of the catholic faith. She moved from Naples, FL to Lakeland in 1992. She was preceded in death by her husbands; Thomas N. Burke and LeRoy Applebee; her...
Edmund L. Ahlgren
May 29, 2015
Edmund L. Ahlgren, 62 Business Owner - Pallet Recycle Lakeland " Edmund L. Ahlgren passed away on Friday, May 29, 2015. He owned and operated Pallet Recycle. He was born on August 5, 1952 in Ludington, Michigan to Raymond H. Ahlgren and Beverly Howe. In Edmunds spare time he enjoyed traveling and gambling. He also had a great love...
Cynthia Simmons Hallman
May 25, 2015
Cynthia Simmons Hallman, 55 Lakeland: Cynthia Simmons Hallman, 55, of Lakeland, passed away on May 25, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. Cindy was born in Columbia, South Carolina on October 16, 1959. She is preceded in death by her father Henry L. Simmons. She is survived by her husband and best friend Bruce Hallman of Lakeland; mother...
Laura Jane Compton
May 25, 2015
Laura Jane Compton, 86 Laura J. Compton passed away peacefully on May 25, 2015 from complications of a stroke. Born June 8, 1928, one of sixteen children, to Carl and Lula Camper, in Buchanan VA. Laura came to Lakeland in 1958 with her husband and children from Roanoke, VA. She graduated from Florida Southern College in 1963 with a...
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