"Where compassionate and caring service is . . . our lifestyle!"

Sonji Coney Williams
Owner & C.E.O.
Licensed Funeral Director In Charge
Certified Funeral Service Practitioner
Certified Crematory Operator

Celebrations

Karen Mills
1962-2025
With deep love and remembrance, we celebrate the life of Karen Mills, born on December 18, 1962, and called to eternal rest on August 19, 2025.
A Public Viewing will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Coney Funeral Chapel, 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815. The Celebration of Life will follow on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 11:30 AM at New Mt. Zion M.B. Church, 1321 N Webster Ave., Lakeland, FL 33805.

Frances McCall
1932-2025
With gratitude for a life well-lived, we celebrate the homegoing of Frances McCall, who was born on January 1, 1932, and entered eternal rest on August 26, 2025. A Public Viewing will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 AM at Jerusalem M.B. Church, 306 SW 2nd Avenue, Mulberry, FL 33860.

Ruben Perez, Jr.
1997-2025
We celebrate the life of Ruben Perez, Jr., who was born on May 5, 1997, and entered eternal rest on August 24, 2025. A Public Viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 12:00 PM at Coney Funeral Chapel, 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815.

Anthony James Harris
1953-2025
In Loving Memory of Anthony James Harris
January 19, 1953 – August 12, 2025
Anthony James Harris will always be remembered for his kind heart and his passion for golf, a game he truly loved. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life on August 23, 2025 at Coney Funeral Home, Inc. (647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815).
Public Viewing: 10AM – 11AM
Celebration of Life: 11AM
May his legacy of joy and love continue to inspire all who knew him.

La'Fonda Poller Dawkins
1952-2025
We celebrate the life and legacy of La’Fonda Poller Dawkins, who has entered eternal rest. A Public Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, followed by the Celebration of Life at 12:30 PM. All services will be at Grace M. B. Church, 1275 34th St. NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881.

Isaac Williams
1949-2025
We remember with love and respect the life of Isaac “IKE” Williams, who has peacefully transitioned. A Public Viewing will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by his Celebration of Life at 2:00 PM. All services will be at Coney Funeral Chapel, 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815.

Annilia Dorceus
1956-2025
We remember and celebrate the life of Annilia Dorceus, who has gone home to be with the Lord. A Wake will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Apostolic Church of North America, City of God, 3742 Kville Rd., Auburndale, FL 33823. Her Celebration of Life will follow on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Rhema Word of Faith International 3330 Skyview Dr. Lakeland, FL 33801. Interment will be at Serenity Gardens, 3350 Mall Hill Dr., Lakeland, FL 33810.

Mother Mary Frances Reid
1944-2025
We honor the life and legacy of Mother Mary Frances Reid, who has transitioned to her eternal rest. Public Visitation will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Her Celebration of Life will follow on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 12:00 PM. All services will be at Pilgrim Rest F. W. Baptist Church, 1047 N. Ohio Ave., Lakeland, FL 33815. Interment will follow at Serenity Gardens, 3350 Mall Hill Dr., Lakeland, FL 33810.

Florence Gibson
1956-2025
In loving memory of Florence Gibson. Public visitation will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, immediately followed by her Celebration of Life at 11:00 AM. All services will take place at Coney Funeral Chapel, 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815. Interment will follow at Serenity Gardens, 3350 Mall Hill Dr., Lakeland, FL 33810.

Mr. Alfonso Leon Hicks, Sr.
1937-2025
In loving memory of Alfonso Leon Hicks, Sr., affectionately known as "Fuzzy." A cherished soul who touched the lives of many with his warmth, wisdom, and kindness. Sunrise: January 8, 1937 — Sunset: August 4, 2025. Public Viewing, Friday, August 15, 2025 10AM-11AM. Celebration of Life Friday, August 15, 2025 11AM. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Chapel 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33815.

Beatrice Godfrey
1941-2025
We honor the beautiful life and legacy of Deaconess Beatrice Godfrey, a devoted woman of faith whose love, strength, and unwavering spirit touched countless lives. Please join us in celebrating her life on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at First Baptist Institutional Church in Lakeland, Florida. Public viewing will take place from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with the Celebration of Life Service beginning at 12:00 PM.
Interment Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10AM at South Sumter Evergreen Cemetery. May her memory live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

James Smith
1953-2025
We pause to honor and celebrate the life of James Smith, who peacefully transitioned on July 18, 2025. Born on January 15, 1953, his life was a testament to strength, love, and faith. Please join us as we gather to remember and cherish his legacy:
Public Viewing: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Celebration of Life: 10:00 AM
All services will be Saturday, August 2, 2025
Location: Coney Funeral Chapel
647 W. Memorial Blvd.
Lakeland, FL 33815

James Howze
1937-2025
We celebrate the life and legacy of James Howze, who peacefully transitioned on July 19, 2025. A devoted soul born on May 6, 1937, Mr. Howze will be honored with a Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at New Mt. Zion M.B. Church located at 1321 North Webster Avenue Lakeland, Florida. Visitation begins at 10:00 AM, followed by the celebration at 11:00 AM. Interment at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida. May his memory live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. 🕊️💙

LaTavia Burke
1975-2025
We celebrate the beautiful life and legacy of LaTavia Burke, who graced this world from July 16, 1975, to July 18, 2025. Her radiant smile, kind spirit, and loving heart touched everyone she met. Join us as we honor her memory during a Public Viewing on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 5 PM to 7 PM and a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 10 AM at Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1125 N. New York Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33805. Let us come together to reflect on her 50 Shades of Pink—a life filled with love, strength, and grace.

Donald Geiger
1943-2025
Mr. Donald Geiger transitioned on July 16, 2025. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life and legacy on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Coney Funeral Chapel, located at 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815.
Public Viewing: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Celebration of Life Service: 11:00 AM

Angel Hickson
1961-2025
We celebrate the life and legacy of Angel Hickson, who entered eternal rest on July 11, 2025. Viewing will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Coney Funeral Home, 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815. The Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at City on A Hill Church, 1942 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815. Interment will follow at Oakhill Burial Park, 4620 US Hwy 98 S, Lakeland, FL 33812.

Mother Earline Willis
1932-2025
Mother Earline Willis transitioned Wednesday, July 9,2025. Public viewing will be Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 10AM-11AM and her celebration of life will be Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 11AM. All services will be held at Pilgrim Rest F. W. Baptist Church 1047 N. Ohio Ave. Lakeland, FL 33805. Interment will be at Oakhill Burial Park 4620 US Hwy 98 S. Lakeland, FL 33812.

Larry Woods
1948-2025
Larry Woods transitioned Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Public viewing will be Friday, July 18, 2025 from 10AM-11AM and his celebration of life will be Friday, July 18, 2025 at 11AM. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Chapel located at 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33815. Interment will be at Fitzgerald Cemetary 5326 Jay St. Lakeland, FL 33813.

Michael Williams
1956-2025
Michael Williams transitioned Monday, July 7, 2025. Public viewing will be Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 10AM-11AM and his celebration of life will be Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 11AM. All services will be held at the Coney Funeral Chapel located at 1404 Martin L. King, Jr. Ave. Lakeland, FL 33805.

Thomas Jackson, Jr.
1947-2025
Thomas Jackson, Jr. transitioned Monday, June 30, 2025. Public viewing will be Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 10AM - 11AM at Coney Funeral Chapel 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33815. His celebration of life will be Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11AM at Coney Funeral Chapel 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33815.

Cornelia Cook
1926 - 2025
Mother Cornelia Cook transitioned, Sunday, June 22, 2025. Public viewing will be Friday, June 27, 2025 from 6PM-8PM at Coney Funeral Chapel 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33815. Her Celebration of Life will be July 11, 2025 at 12PM at Dawsons Funeral Home 215 W. 5th Street East Liverpool, Ohio 43920

Gunnery Sergeant Willie J. Stembridge, Jr. 1947-2025
Gunnery Sergeant Willie J. Stembridge, Jr. transitioned Sunday, June 22, 2025. Public viewing will be Friday, July 11, 2025 from 5PM - 7PM at Coney Funeral Chapel 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33815. His celebration of life will be Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10AM at First Baptist Institutional Church 932 Martin L. King, Jr. Ave. Lakeland, FL 33815. Interment at Lakeland Memorial Gardens 2125 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801.

Deanna M. Morris
1968 - 2025
Ms. Deanna M. Morris transitioned June 21, 2025 and we pause to honor and celebrate her life — a beautiful soul whose love, laughter, and kind spirit touched everyone she met. Though her time with us feels far too short, her memory will forever live on in our hearts and through the countless lives she blessed with her warmth and compassion. May we cherish her legacy and find comfort in knowing she rests peacefully in the arms of our Lord. "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18

Anna McKelvin Thomas
1954-2025
Mrs. Anna McKelvin Thomas transitioned, Friday, June 13, 2025. Visitation will be Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 2PM-3PM. The Celebration of Life will be Saturday, June 28,2025 at 3PM. All services will be held at Bethel Gospel Tabernacle, Inc. 1007 Ruby St. Lakeland, FL 33815.

Jeanette L. "Side Winder" Parker
1963 - 2025
Jeanette L. "Side Winder" Parker transitioned on June 7, 2025. Visitation will be held Friday, June 13, 2025 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. and services will be held Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 12 p.m. The visitation and service will be at the Coney MLK Chapel located at 1404 Martin L. King Jr. Ave. Lakeland, FL 33805. Internment will take place following the Celebration of Life at the Oakhill Burial Park - 4620 US Hwy. 98 S. Lakeland, FL 33812.

Mr. Hubert Bryant, Sr.
1939-2025
Mr. Bryant transitioned June 4, 2025. Visitation and services will be held Thursday, June 12, 2025 at St. Mark United Methodist Church located at 1640 Martin L King, Jr. Ave. Lakeland, FL 33805. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and services will begin at 11 a.m. Internment will take place following the Celebration of Life at at Oakhill Burial Park - 4620 US Hwy. 98 S. Lakeland, FL 33812.

Rose Etta Lanier McCutchen
1956 - 2025
Ms. McCutchen transitioned June 3, 2025. A visitation will be held Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the Coney Funeral Chapel located at 647 W. Memorial Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33805. Services will be held Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11 a.m. at the 6th Street Church of Christ located at 320 W. 6th Street Lakeland, FL 33805. Internment will take place following the Celebration of Life at Oakhill Burial Park - 4620 US Hwy. 98 S. Lakeland, FL 33812.

Ruby Kate Willix
1946 - 2025
Ms. Willix of Bartow transitioned May 30, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at St. Paul Worship Center
- 2520 Bishop James Cochran Way, Winter Haven, Florida 33881. Interment will take place following the Celebration of Life at Rolling Hill Cemetery - 4810 Tilden Road, Winter Haven, Florida 33881.

Linda L. Henry
1953 - 2025
Ms. Henry of Lakeland transitioned Friday, May 23, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805.

Oneida Blanco
1938 - 2025
Mrs. Blanco of Lakeland transitioned May 24, 2025. A service by the grave will be held Friday, May 30, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33810.
Floral Tributes for Mrs. Blanco can be purchased from www.mrsdsflowershop.com

Jeannette L. Gainous, R.N.
1935 - 2025
Ms. Gainous of Lakeland transitioned May 20, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, May 30, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at New Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church - 2122 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will following the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33810.

Helen Austin
1950 - 2025
Ms. Austin of Lakeland transitioned May 19, 2025. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will held on Saturday, May 24, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Rhema Word of Faith International Church - 3330 Skyview Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33801. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33810.

Geraldine Brackins
1946 - 2025
Ms. Brackins of Lakeland transitioned on May 17, 2025. The Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses - 2100 Providence Road, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will be held Monday, June 2, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33810.

Dana Denise Teems
1971 - 2025
Ms. Teems of Lakeland transitioned May 15, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, May 30, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 U.S. Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33810.

United States Veteran
Elder Charlie Joyce
"Sunny Boy"
1945 - 2025
Elder Joyce of Lakeland transitioned April 29, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, May 9, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Mt. Olive - Eaton Park - 3313 S. Combee Road, Eaton Park, Florida 33840. Interment with full Military Honors will following the Celebration of Life at Auburndale Memorial Park - 1889 Derby Avenue, Auburndale, Florida 33823.

Antonio Rivera
1935 - 2025
Mr. Rivera of Lakeland transitioned April 28, 2025. A visitation will be held Thursday, May 1, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Johnathan Flores
1986 - 2025
Mr. Flores transitioned April 20, 2025. A visitation will be held Wednesday, April 30, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held May 1, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. All services will be held at Word of God Church - 1733 Mercy Drive, Orlando, Florida 32808. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Rose Hill Cemetery - 1615 Old Boggy Creek Road, Kissimmee, Florida 32744.

Minnie Lue Green
1948 - 2025
Ms. Green of Lakeland transitioned April 21, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday April 25, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Blessed Hope Missionary Baptist Church - 1038 N. Walnut Street, Lakeland, Florida 33801. The Celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. at Lakeland Memorial Gardens - 2125 Bartow Road, Lakeland, Florida 33815.

Laura Mae McKinnon
1945 - 2025
Mrs. McKinnon of Lakeland transitioned Friday, April 11, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, May 2, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Harmony Missionary Baptist Church - 1645 N Webster Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Lakeland Memorial Gardens - 2125 Bartow Road, Lakeland, Florida 33801.

Moses Stevens
1931 - 2025
Mr. Stevens of Lakeland transitioned April 1, 2025. A visitation will be held Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Lakeland Hills Church of Christ - 2510 Lakeland Hills Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33805.

Mary Pugh Canty
1932 - 2025
Ms. Canty of Lakeland transitioned March 31, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, April 11, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 12, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Upper Room Church of God - 1430 Lotela Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Lula Payne
1934 - 2025
Ms. Payne of Lakeland transitioned March 25, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, April 4, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. The Celebration of Life will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church - 1125 N. New York Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Cynthia Pouncey
1950 - 2025
Ms. Pouncey of Lakeland transitioned Monday, March 31, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805.

Wanda Barber-Griffin
1958 - 2025
Ms. Griffin transitioned March 22, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, April 4, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, April 5, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Prayer Tower Church of God in Christ - 1137 37th Street South, St. Petersburg, Florida 33711.

Marthe Jean-Louis
1937 - 2025
Ms. Jean-Louis of Lakeland transitioned March 16, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, April 4, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. All services will be held at the First Haitian Church of the Nazarene - 744 N Combee Road, Lakeland, Florida 33801. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Chamarrion "Marrio" Wilson
1985 - 2025
Mr. Wilson of Lakeland transitioned March 7, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, March 21, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 22, 2025 - 1:00 p.m. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oakland Cemetery - 1250 Oakland Cemetery Road Haines City, Florida 33844.

Vancilla Williams
1930 - 2025
Ms. Williams of Lakeland transitioned March 6, 2025. A visitation will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815 on Friday, March 14, 2025 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority's Ivy Beyond the Wall Ceremony beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at New Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church - 2122 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

United States Veteran
James Houser, Jr.
1952 - 2025
Mr. Houser of Lakeland transitioned March 7, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. Military Honors will be rendered at the conclusion of the Celebration of Life. All services will be held at Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church - 1125 N. New York Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805.

Caiomeé Lauryn Scott
2025
Princess Caiomeé Scott transitioned Monday, March 3, 2025. A visitation will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815.

Charles "Gip" Gibson
1947 - 2025
Mr. Gibson of Lakeland transitioned March 3, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, March 14, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Zion Hill Primitive Baptist Church - 1348 Sidney Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will take place following the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Billy Davis
1980 - 2025
Mr. Davis of Lakeland transitioned March 3, 2025. A visitation will be held Monday, March 10, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church - 1321 N. Webster Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Jacqueline Denson-Powell
1960 - 2025
Ms. Powell of Lakeland transitioned March 2, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, March 14, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. All services will be held at Sixth Street Church of Christ - 320 W 6th Street, Lakeland, Florida 33805.

A. Bernice Cross
1936 - 2025
Ms. Cross of Lakeland transitioned March 1, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, March 7, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. All services will be held at Sixth Street Church of Christ - 320 W. 6th Street, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Lemour Lazard
1936 - 2025
Mr. Lazard of Lakeland transitioned February 27, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, March 7, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 - 9:00 a.m. at First Haitian Church of the Nazarene - 744 N. Combee Road, Lakeland, Florida 33801. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Juan "P.J." German-Garo, Jr.
2002 - 2025
Mr. Garo of Eagle Lake transitioned February 23, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, March 7, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 - 1:30 p.m. at Church of God the Bible Way - 3707 Ave M NW, Winter Haven, Florida 33881. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Auburndale Memorial Gardens - 1889 W. Derby Avenue, Auburndale, Florida 33823.

Dorothy Ricks Brooks
1922 - 2025
Ms. Brooks of Oviedo transitioned February 27, 2025. A visitation will be held Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Linda Rogers
1948 - 2025
Ms. Rogers of Lakeland transitioned February 24, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, February 28, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held Monday, March 3, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Horis A. Ward - Fairview Chapel - 376 Fairview Road, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life.

Mae Joyce McCormick
1936 - 2025
Ms. McCormick of Lakeland transitioned February 24, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Pilgrim Rest Free Will Baptist Church - 1047 N. Ohio Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Porter Woodrow Wilson
1943 - 2025
Mr. Wilson of Lakeland transitioned February 23, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Zion Hill Primitive Baptist Church - 1348 Sidney Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Medulla Cemetery - 245 Fitzgerald Road, Lakeland, Florida 33813.

Mary Lee McNeil
1944 - 2025
Ms. McNeil of Lakeland transition Thursday, February 20, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805

Jaheim Blair
2001 - 2025
Mr. Blair of Lakeland transitioned Tuesday, February 11, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow at Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church - 1125 N. New York Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Lift at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

John S. Baker, Jr.
1971 - 2025
Mr. Baker transitioned Saturday, February 8, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Fitzgerald Cemetery - 542 Fitzgerald Road, Lakeland, Florida.

Howard Lee Zachery
1946 - 2025
Mr. Zachery of Lakeland transitioned Thursday, February 6, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Claudette Chatman
1941 - 2025
Ms. Chatman of Lakeland transitioned Saturday, February 1, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, February 14, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney MLK Chapel - 1404 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. The Celebration of Life will be held at Zion Hill Primitive Baptist Church - 1348 Sidney Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 U.S. Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33810.

Marie "Nicole" Dornelus
1947 - 2025
Ms. Dornelus of Lakeland transitioned Saturday, February 1, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, February 14, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church - 1125 N. New York Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 U.S. Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Betty Bennett
1947 - 2025
Ms. Bennett transitioned Wednesday, January 29, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Greater Refuge Temple Church of our Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith - 1258 Martin L. King, Jr. Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33805. Interment will follow the Celebration of Life at Oak Hill Burial Park - 4620 US Highway 98 South, Lakeland, Florida 33812.

Godwin S. Fisher
1942 - 2025
Mr. Fisher of Lakeland transitioned Monday, January 27, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. All services will be held at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815.

United States Veteran
Timothy Canady
1950 - 2025
United Sates Veteran Canady transitioned Wednesday, January 22, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, February 7, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. with the Celebration of Life to follow. Following the Celebration of Life a repass will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. All services will take place at Pilgrim Rest Free Will Baptist Church - 1047 N. Ohio Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33815. Internment will take place following the repass at Florida National Cemetery - 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, Florida at 1:30 p.m.

Ebonye Mitchell
1982 - 2025
Ms. Mitchell of Lakeland transitioned Saturday, January 25, 2025. A visitation will be held Friday, January 31, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Coney Funeral Home - 647 W. Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33815. The Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, February 1, 2025 - 11:00 a.m. at Blessed Hope Missionary Baptist Church - 1038 Walnut Street, Lakeland, Florida 33805.