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Ralph Lavandera Obituary

Lavandera, Ralph, Jr.

passed away April 27, 2025. For more information visit www.gonzlalezfuneral.com

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on May 4, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
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Roxane Beltran

May 4, 2025

Was my neighbor for over 35 years in my old neighborhood knew the whole family rest in peace .

Albert A. Fox, Jr.

May 2, 2025

Ralph, I will be forever grateful for the wonderful manner you welcomed me back to Tampa in 2005 after being gone for 41 years. You gave new meaning to the word friendship!
Abrazo amigo

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