Eddie Gandy, Husband to Our Own Barbara Brantley Passes Away

Harold Edward Gandy

With sadness we acknowledge the passing of Eddie Gandy.  According to his obituary, he graduated from LHS with the class of 1958.  He was a very active and distinguished citizen of Lakeland, having a city pool named in his honor.  Eddie was married to our own Barbara Brantley.  You may view Eddie's obituary in The Ledger.

Fred Johnston

Fred Johnston passed away at age 74 on December 27, 2012, from heart failure, in Lakeland, Florida.  Here is his obituary.  His brother, Ted, still lives in Lakeland, Florida.

Ruby Lewis Excels in Polk County Track Meet

In the most recent Polk County Track Meet, Ruby Lewis competed in three events.

• She finished in 1st place in the 3200 meter race (1.99 miles).
• She and her 4 x 800 meter George Jenkins relay team finished in 1st place.  800 meters is essentially 1/2 mile.
• She finished in 3rd place in the 1600 meter race (.99 miles).

Ruby is the granddaughter of Ronnie and Carolyn Lewis.