Janice Glasgow Ayscue, 96, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on July 4, 2026. She was born on November 21, 1929, in Franklin County, North Carolina, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to her family and church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Glasgow and Luvenia Collier; her brother, Buddy Glasgow; her husband, Jack Ayscue; and her daughter, Jane Ayscue. Though her passing leaves a deep void, her memory will remain a source of comfort and strength to those ...

Gerald Crafton was born on March 4, 1947, in Nashville, Tennessee, and passed away on July 4, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. Gerald lived a life marked by devotion, strength, and quiet generosity. He was a loving, courageous, and kind man whose presence brought comfort and steadiness to those around him. He served his country in the Air Force, a chapter of his life that reflected his sense of duty, discipline, and commitment. He was also a proud member of Masonic Lodge 91, where he valued ...

Randy Greer, age 59, passed away on June 27, 2026. A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, he was the son of Ralph and Patricia Greer. Survivors include his kids, Fred Plavljanich, Roger Greer, Beatrice Greer, Rachel Greer, and April Phillips, and his grandchild, Laila Phillips. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Greer, his father, Ralph Greer, his wife, Daniele Greer, and Christina Greer in infancy. Randy attended Northside Assembly of God in Lakeland. He loved his cats, and he loved ...

Iris Aleene Dorman, age 72, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on June 26, 2026, in the same city where she was born on August 26, 1953. She lived a life marked by love, devotion, and quiet strength, and she will be remembered by all who knew her as a deeply loving woman whose presence brought comfort and warmth to her family and friends. Iris was preceded in death by her parents, Hubart and Maxine Parker, and by her brother, Wilford Hale. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Larry ...

Clifford Lawrence Johnson (CJ) 89, of Lakeland, Florida, peacefully entered into eternal rest on June 24, 2026. Born June 15, 1937, he was the son of William H. Johnson and Polly Mae (Grimes) Johnson. Clifford lived a life rooted in hard work, humility, and devotion to family and the outdoors. He retired from Publix Supermarkets as a Truck Driver after 40 years of service. Clifford took great pride in his career and the lifelong friendships he built, truly embodying the Publix tradition of ...

Ida Lorene Cooper, age 76, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on June 7, 2026. She was born on November 23, 1949, in Moultrie, Georgia, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and devotion to her family. Ida was the daughter of the late Andrew Wesley Watson and Fanny Lorene Watson. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Maxie Cooper, whose companionship and partnership were a treasured part of her life. She was further preceded in death by her siblings Bobby ...

Nicole "Nikki" Alderman DeLaCruz, a loving daughter, mother, sister, and friend, peacefully departed this life on May 27, 2026 Born on June 10, 1984, Nikki lived a life marked by love, determination, and generous spirit, which left a lasting impression on those she touched. Nicole, affectionately known as Nikki, was the beloved daughter of Gloria and Stepfather Jeffery Beavers. She leaves behind her brothers, Bruce Jr and David Alderman. Her beloved children, Heron, Abundio, ...

Deborah Jean Zahn, age 73, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life marked by kindness, faith, and devotion to family and friends. She was born on September 4, 1952, in Wellsville, New York, to the late John and Jean Mahoney. Deborah carried the values of her upbringing throughout her life, and those who knew her will remember her as a loving and friendly woman whose warm spirit made others feel welcome and cared for. Deborah was ...

Mary Georgia McKeown Stalvey, age 73, entered into the presence of her savior, Jesus Christ, on May 23, 2026. She was a fiercely loyal wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Going before her are her beloved son, Joshua Thomas (LeAnn), and father, Arthur Perry McKeown. She is survived by her husband Byron Irving "Rip", grandson Parker Stalvey (Joshua), daughter Bethany Lamneck (Wesley), grandsons Griffin and Brock, Mother Joyce McKeown, sisters Christine Boring ...

Julio I. Mir Benavides, quien nació el 21 de abril de 1937 en Sagua La Grande, Cuba, y falleció el 21 de mayo de 2026 en Lakeland, Florida, vivió una vida marcada por el amor, la devoción y una fortaleza serena. Fue el amado hijo de los difuntos Julio Mir y Martica Benavides. A lo largo de su vida, llevó consigo los valores de la familia, el trabajo arduo y la bondad, valores que estaban arraigados en su crianza y que se reflejaban en la manera en que ...