David Lakus

Lakus, David

loving son, brother, uncle and friend died peacefully at his home in Cumming, Georgia, on March 12, 2025.

David was born on September 10, 1960, in St. Petersburg to the late Thomas Lakus and Betty Middaugh Lakus. David lived his entire life in St. Petersburg before moving to Georgia several years ago. From an early age, David was a talented athlete. He was a winner in the local punt, pass and kick competition when he was eight years old. He also excelled in baseball where he was an accomplished pitcher. Unfortunately, David's athletic career was cut short by a congenital back problem that was exacerbated by a motocross accident.

David had a deep love for music, particularly rock music. He was a talented guitarist and played in rock bands throughout his teens and twenties.

After graduation from Dixie Hollins High School, David studied electronics and worked for many years as an electronics technician. For several years he was a co-owner of an alarm installation business.

David had a passion for photography for which he displayed a natural affinity. His specialty was photographing race cars and he developed a great love for the sport of auto racing. At one point he owned an interest in a race car.

David was a gentle soul who loved and helped people and who took care of homeless animals.

David will be greatly missed by those who survive him, sisters, Mary Lakus (John Giannini) and Linda Lakus Harris (Mark); brother, Tom Lakus Jr. (Karen); and nieces and nephews, Margot Harris Weaver (Austin), Kimberly Lakus (Alex Smith), Michael Lakus (Mila Khalitova) and Jack Giannini (Julia).

The family will hold a memorial service for David in St. Petersburg later this year.

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