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Walter Bougher Obituary
Walter is survived by his daughter and son in law Donna and Mike Cole, his daughter Kathleen Bougher and his daughter Ruth Worsley. He had 7 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Walter had a few very close friends: Ed, Lee, Trish and Connie among others.
Walter, we all love you and you will be missed greatly.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025. The visitation will be held from 10am - 11am in the Chapel followed by a graveside service at 11am. All services will be held at Lakeland Funeral Home and & Memorial 2125 S. Bartow Road Lakeland, FL 33801.
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Visitation
Friday
February 28, 2025
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Lakeland Funeral Home
2125 South Bartow Hwy
Lakeland, FL 33801
Service
Friday
February 28, 2025
11:00 AM
Lakeland Memorial Gardens
2125 South Bartow Road
Lakeland, FL 33801
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Lakeland, FL 33801 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Walter, please visit our Tree Store.
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