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Lora Lackey Obituary
Marie Smythe Smith shortly after her birth. She graduated from Salina High School class of 1941 and entered the University of Kansas in the fall. Lora was a proud graduate of KU class of 1945. After graduation she took a trip to St. Cloud, FL to visit friends. There she met the love of her life Samuel R (Bob) Lackey and they were married August 31, 1947 and resided in St. Cloud for the remainder of her life. Lora taught school at Ross E. Jefferies Elementary in St. Cloud for more than 20 years, also earning a Masters Degree from Rollins College, was an avid bridge player, achieving ACBL Life Master Status, and loved to travel. She was a member of St. Cloud Chapter 46, Order of the Eastern Star and a past Worthy Matron (1956) and an Elkette at Kissimmee Elks Lodge 1873. She was a member of St. Cloud Presbyterian Church. Lora is survived by her husband of 60 years Bob, sons, Raymond (Charlene), Alan, and Jim
(Janee), five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Viewing will be at Fisk Funeral Home, St. Cloud, Sunday from 5-8PM, and Funeral Monday, April 21 at 11AM at St. Cloud Presbyterian Church followed by interment at Mount Peace Cemetery. Reception to follow at the church. Arrangements entrusted to Fisk Funeral Home, St. Cloud. 407-892-2155
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Glen Harmer
April 22, 2008
My condolences to Bob and family. Lora was a good friend and a terrific competitor. I can still see the fire in her eyes at the bridge table. She loved to play bridge and I am thankful that we were regular Friday partners when I was in Florida. She was not only a bridge partner but also a good friend. I am happy that we were able to visit one last time while she was in the nursing home. I bet she has already found those bridge tables above. Rest in peace.
Ruth Vokins
April 18, 2008
Lora - I am so sad to have lost you but I know you are now in a better place. I am so glad I came to see you at the Nursing Home. I will miss you in Fellowship Hall after Church. I am so happy to have met you & enjoyed talking with you at our SCHS reunions. One day we "will meet again".
Love ya, Ruth Vokins
Barbara Shuman
April 18, 2008
Our first year in St Cloud, we lived next door to the Lackeys who were so friendly and kind to us. Thank you for your friendship. Sympathy to the family in your loss.
Danielle Worth - Curry
April 18, 2008
Mrs. Lackey taught me 4th grade at REJ. I learned so much form her. She was one of the teachers that you will never forget. She made you work and do your best. She would push you because she saw something in you that you did not see in yourself. I am honored to have been taught by her. I am truly sorry for your lost .The Lackey family is in my prayers. Thank you for sharing such a great person and teacher. Mrs. Lackey will truly missed!!!
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