Obituaries

  Wanda Mckinney, 62, of Lakeland, Fl. went home to be with the Lord on September, 15, 2018. Wanda was born on June 18, 1956 in Lakeland, FL to Ruth May Mcleighton and Charles W. Mcleighton. She was a follower of Christ and followed his word everyday. She is preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters, Geraldine Smith, Evelyn Skinner. Survivors include her life long partner, Catherine Hawkridge; brothers and sisters, Jimmy (Sara) Skinner, Edward (Jean) Skinner, Fred (Jean)...

Jemenique “Jem” Marie Escalera-Fleetwood was born on October 26, 1989 to Enrique Escalera Jr., and Margie M. Rosado in Manhattan, New York. She entered into rest on September 15, 2018 in Lakeland, Florida.   Jem moved to Florida from New York City approximately a year and a half ago to fulfill her lifelong dream to live in the Sunshine State. Jemenique leaves behind her Husband, Ramien Fleetwood and their two year old daughter, Jelena Fleetwood. She is survived by her...

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David "Davey" Bishop was born to David and Dorothy Bishop on September 17, 1981 in Florence, Oregon.  Prior to taking up residence in Lakeland, Florida three years ago, Davey and his brother Luke spent their time traveling across the United States and although Montana was the favorite state of travel they both took up residence in Lakeland and where Davey entered into rest on September 10, 2018. Davey is survived by his mother Dorothy (Oregon) and father...

    Kenneth Keeton was born in Japan on April 29, 1967.  He entered into rest in Lakeland, Florida on September 7, 2018.    Kenneth is best remembered for his phonograph collection and his love for calligraphy.  He was a very talented artist and enjoyed his drawings and writings.   No services are yet scheduled for Kenneth.  Please check back for any additional information.  

    Teresa Willett was born on August 18, 1970 in Tampa, Florida to Donald and Virginia Willett.  She went home to be with the Lord on August 21, 2018 in Lakeland, Florida.   Teresa is preceded in her home going by her parents.  She is succeeded in her home going by her son,  Donald Willett (Lakeland), Tyler Willett (Lakeland) and daughter Heather Willett (Alabama).   Additionally, she leaves behind 2 grandsons and numerous nieces and...

    Daniel "Danny" Wajdik was born in New York in 1945 and eventually moved to Winter Haven, Florida. Danny, as he was affectionately called by his friends and family was best known for his love of sports, especially football and baseball, he knew every player on every team by name.  He was an absolute Florida Gator Fan.  Danny's lifelong dream was to own a boat one day.  Danny loved people, was a caregiver for many of the residents at the Lake...

    Jerry Gildie Cline Jr., "Onie" as he was affectionately known to his friends and family, was born on August 25, 1972 in Bartow, Florida. Onie enjoyed karaoke with his friends, shooting pool and playing horseshoes.  He loved his three dogs and listeningg to good ole classic country music.  He enjoyed fishing and his favorite thing to do was crack a joke or two. Onie leaves behind his family, extended family, and of course many friends. ...

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Austin Gill was born in Lakeland, Florida on November 19, 1999 to Amy and Jeremy Gill.  Austin spent the duration of his life in Lakeland.  He entered into his final rest on August 1, 2018.  Austin leaves behind his mother, Amy and step-father, Kenny Stevens (Lakeland, Florida), his dad Jeremy and step mother Cori Gill.  Additionally, he leaves behind his two half brothers, Kenny Jr. and Clayton Stevens (Lakeland) and three step...