Robert E. Lavender's Obituary
Robert Eugene Lavender, a Middleburg, Florida resident for 41 years, died Tuesday, October 3rd, from complications due to an extended illness. He is predeceased by Carolyn Reese Lavender, his wife of 55 years; and survived by his brother Kenneth Lavender, his two daughters Karen Cunningham and Debbie Stahr, five grandchildren and five great-grand children. He was a man of intelligence, integrity, accomplishment and adventure who was invested in the lives of his family and friends, in wildlife, the environment, and in the betterment of society at large. His family will be hosting a “life celebration” for Bob at O’Charlie’s restaurant on Fleming Island this Saturday (October 8, 2017) at 4:30pm – friends are invited to attend. Donations may be sent in lieu of flowers to some of his favorite charities: The Sierra Club, The Wounded Warrior Project, or Rodeheaver Boy’s Ranch in Palatka, Florida.
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