Tributes - Obituaries Lakeland, FL | Lakeland Funeral Home & Cremations (2024)

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Janet Burch


Janet Rae Burch was surrounded by her family as she was welcomed by her Lord and Savior into heaven on Friday, May 17, 2024. Janet was born on November 11, 1947, to Homer and Alma Gillett in Sparta, Michigan. She graduated from Sparta High School and worked as a cosmetologist for many years. On April 29, 1972, she married the love of her life, Edward Leon Burch, and embarked on a journey of love, commitment, and family that would span 52 years. Janet worked at Lakeland Regional Medical...

Janet Rae Burch was surrounded by her family as she was welcomed by her Lord and Savior into heaven on Friday, May 17, 2024. Janet was born on November 11, 1947, to Homer and Alma Gillett in...

Magdaline Weinman


Magdaline “Peggy” “Lefty” Dobnikar Weinman, a vibrant soul who was 77 years young, passed away peacefully in Lakeland, FL, on Friday, May 17, 2024.Born in Cleveland, OH, to the late Frank Dobnikar and Magdaline Menart Dobnikar, Peggy was a light in the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by her brother, Frank Dobnikar Jr., and is preceded in death by her siblings Lois and David Dobnikar.On December 16, 1967, Peggy married her soulmate, George A. Weinman,...

Magdaline “Peggy” “Lefty” Dobnikar Weinman, a vibrant soul who was 77 years young, passed away peacefully in Lakeland, FL, on Friday, May 17, 2024.Born in Cleveland, OH,...

Emory Wayne Morris


Emory Wayne Morris, 76, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Emory was born on August 8, 1947, in Sanford, Florida, to Milton and Eunie Morris. He graduated from Kathleen High School in 1966 and went on to work at Publix Supermarkets as a meat cutter. Emory worked at Publix 44 years, where through hard work and dedication was promoted throughout the company. He retired as Director of Warehousing and Distribution. He was a beloved mentor and respected...

Emory Wayne Morris, 76, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Emory was born on August 8, 1947, in Sanford, Florida, to Milton and Eunie Morris. He graduated...

Abisai Estrella


It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Abisai “Abby” Estrella, a devoted husband, son, brother, cherished friend, and a beacon of positivity to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Born on April 18, 1961, Abby lit up our lives until his untimely departure on May 16, 2024. Known for his warm, bubbly, and kind personality, Abby was a man who radiated humor and friendliness wherever he went. There was a unique quality to him that drew people in and made them feel...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Abisai “Abby” Estrella, a devoted husband, son, brother, cherished friend, and a beacon of positivity to all who had the pleasure...

Jo Ann Smith


Mrs. JoAnn Smith passed away on May 14, 2024 at the age of 88. She was born on January 6, 1936 in Milton, Florida to her parents, Bessie Mae and Joseph Taylor. JoAnn later met the love of her life, Oliver Smith. They got married on July 27, 1953 and got a home in Lakeland, Florida were they resided for 65 years. They had 5 children together, three boys; David Smith, Claude Smith, Terrance Smith and two girls, Deborah Kemp and Susan Willis. JoAnn attended and graduated from Lakeland Senior...

Mrs. JoAnn Smith passed away on May 14, 2024 at the age of 88. She was born on January 6, 1936 in Milton, Florida to her parents, Bessie Mae and Joseph Taylor. JoAnn later met the love of her...

Charles W. Spong, Sr.


Dr. Charles “Chuck” William Spong died in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on May 12, 2024, having battled Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia in the later years of his life. Dr. Spong was surrounded by his children and grandchildren who gathered around him for a weekend of sharing sweet, funny and poignant memories around his bedside before passing away just as a spectacular sunset was breaking across a blue sky in the beautiful wooded setting of Brookridge Retirement Center. Chuck was...

Dr. Charles “Chuck” William Spong died in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on May 12, 2024, having battled Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia in the later years of his life. Dr. Spong was...

Pamella Marian Diltz


Pamella M. Diltz, 78, of Lakeland, Florida passed away peacefully on Saturday May 11, 2024 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family. Pamella was born on December 10, 1945 in Rochester, New York. Pamella and her husband, Donald F. Diltz, recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary, having been married on May 2, 1964 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Kendall, New York. Pam worked at a Rochester, New York bank early in their marriage until deciding to start a...

Pamella M. Diltz, 78, of Lakeland, Florida passed away peacefully on Saturday May 11, 2024 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family. Pamella was born on December 10, 1945 in...

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