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ALVIN ERNEST "ERNIE" STRAUGHN, 80
Architect

LAKELAND - Alvin Ernest "Ernie" Straughn, age 80, passed away Saturday, August 24th, 2013 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, surrounded by family and closest friends, from heart failure.
Born November 17, 1932 in Wilmington, NC, Mr. Straughn was a resident of Lakeland since 1960. He graduated with a Masters of Architecture degree from North Carolina State University and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. Mr. Straughn was the founding partner of Straughn Trout Architects since 1960, when he moved to Lakeland from Wilmington, NC. His company boasts several notable buildings in Polk County, including South Lakeland branch of Magnify Credit Union; all but one of the buildings of Polk State College's Lakeland and Winter Haven campuses, including the new Chain of Lakes building; the Lakeland Public Library; McKay Archives Center at Florida Southern College; Polk Museum of Art; Family Worship Center on Main Street in Lakeland; and more than 100 schools throughout Central Florida. He was involved with the Citrus Center Kiwanis Club, and was one of the last remaining founding members from the late 1950s. He was loved by all that knew him. His loyalty to friends, kind heart, and sense of humor were some of his most notable characteristics.
He is survived by his wife, Clara Straughn, whom he has been married to for more than 15 years; his children Alvin Ernest Straughn III (Winter Park) and Kim Straughn Mitchell (Clay) (Winter Park); grandchildren Massie Mitchell Wanzenberg (Chris) (Maitland), William Clay Mitchell III (Winter Park), and Alexander Ernest Straughn (Casselberry); great grandchildren Wright Mitchell Wanzenberg, Cole Brook Brookby Wanzenberg, and Lucy Joanna Wanzenberg.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 28, from 5pm to 7pm at the Heath Tribute Center. Funeral services will follow on Thursday, August 29 at 11am, at the Family Worship Center on Main Street in Lakeland. In lieu of flowers, donations to SPCA, 5850 Brannen Rd. South, Lakeland, FL 33813, are strongly encouraged.
Condolences may be sent to the family at
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Published by The Ledger from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2013.

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Kim Mitchell

August 22, 2019

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Kim Mitchell

August 23, 2014

Daddy ... I miss you

Jon Macias

September 13, 2013

My wife and I had the pleasure of being neighbors of Ernie and Clara for 8 years. Ernie was a wonderful man and we always enjoyed his great sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers go to Clara and all Ernie's family. I feel privileged to have known him.

Bob Becker

August 28, 2013

Clara,I can't think of anyone else that was such a long time friend that I loved and laughed with more than Ernie. I knew him for 40 years, and how many laughs we shared at

















Dear Clara, What great memories you must have of your life with Ernie. We all loved him also! He will be missed, but never forgotten. Sorry that I'm out of town now,but know you both are in my prayers







ClarErniea, what great memories you must have about life with

Calvin & Darlyne Rhinehart

August 27, 2013

Clara,

We are thinking of you during this time and remembering Ernie and his sense of humor.

Theresa Thompson

August 27, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Gail & Ron Ayers

August 27, 2013

Clara, I am so sorry to hear about Ernie. He will be greatly missed. Know that my prayers go out to you and the family. Love You

Marvin Murphy

August 27, 2013

My dear friend, Clara, it is so sad to not have Ernie with us anymore. Memories, oh the memories, you have of the two of you. Those you will always have with you. The many years you were together, what a joy to have those memories. Those can not be taken away.
In a time like this, lean on us your friends and on your family. Let us be there for you. Clara you are loved by everyone who knew you. It has been my pleasure to have known both of you. Ernie you will be missed by thousands. Thanks for the memories you left us.

August 27, 2013

With our deepest sympathies to a very good friend, Mason and Parkhill Mays

August 27, 2013

A Gentlemen's, Gentlemen. I will miss you, the Club will miss, we all will miss you. An honor to know you.

John B. Tubb

Daniel & Catherine Stetson

August 27, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Ernie's death. He was a very special man, a great architect and a good friend during our years in Lakeland. Our hearts goes out to Clara and his family.

William "Bo" Brant

August 27, 2013

Clara I am very sorry about Ernie he will be missed. One Great soul. I am praying for you and the kids. May God Bless!

August 27, 2013

Clara, I am so sorry for the loss of Ernie. Please know I am praying for you and thinking about you. I love you.. Joni

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