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Iris Caudill Obituary
CAUDILL, 84
LAKELAND - Miss Iris R. Caudill passed away Monday, August 31, 2009 at Wedgewood Healthcare Center, Lakeland, Florida after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her brother, David Caudill and his wife, Marie Caudill of Lakeland, one niece, two nephews, Patricia Watson, Michael Caudill, both of Lakeland and Zane Caudill of Alabama, three great nephews, four great nieces, four great-great nephews and two great-great nieces.
Iris began her legal career in 1944 working in the Constable's office. She is the first woman in Florida to be bonded as a Deputy Constable. She continued her legal career working for local attorneys.
Her professional accomplishments included Legal Secretaries, American Business Women's Association President and the Coordinating Council of Lakeland, taking a leading role in each one.
Ms. Caudill attended Griffin Baptist Church where she served her Lord faithfully.
A memorial service will be held at Griffin Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 3.
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Memories and Condolences
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judy rosynsky
February 23, 2018
i remember Ms. Caudill when i got my first job out of high school and worked downtown lakeland. she worked for the constable (when we still had them) in 1967 and i worked upstairs for oxford & oxford lawyers. i used to admire her style and professionalism and wanted to be just like her. well i ended up getting married and having kids. of course i hadn't seen her for many many years but sometime she would talk to me and give me some great advice.
Sharon Owens-Bonner
October 27, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Iris's passing. I feel your sorrow as much as you. My mom, Iris's cousin, Lou Etta Caudill-Owens also passed away on Sept. 29th. I always appreciated Iris for keeping in contact with my mom. I remember her kindness when my mom's dad, Barney Bass Caudill, passed away. Iris graciously provided us with transportation to the funeral, by driving us personally. She and my mom will be missed very much.
The Staff at her bank
September 12, 2009
Our deepest condolences to Ms. Iris' family.
Andy Nolen
September 4, 2009
We love you Iris and will always remember you. You were there to perform our civil marriage for us the day after Valentine's Day, so you will always be special to us. I'm honored to have known such an extraordinary and inspiring person. Godspeed, Andy and Teresa
Tina Elder
September 3, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Kennedy
September 3, 2009
I met Iris at Publix at age 16 taking groceries out to her 1966 Blue 4 door Plymouth Belvedere! I was totally amazed as time went on to learn she served warrants and summons on people! She was one tough act if she needed to be and yet always had a way of listening and making you feel special. A few years later, I had to have an attorney and was referred to Dennis Fontaines office located in or next to the old Polk Theatre. Her and Mr. Fontaine did a lot for me and whenever I would ask Mr. Fontaine something, hed say " I dont know, ask Iris." And he meant it. she knew more than he did. And over the years, Iris would help me with some things even up to 2 years ago out of her home. Iris was one of a kind and loved her family. And now, she can breathe and sleep in total comfort. We will miss you Iris and know you were loved by many!
September 2, 2009
love AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF YOU RA AND LINDA CAUDILL
Sandy Johnston
September 2, 2009
My Thoughts and Prayers are with all of You ! I have know Iris for many many years and She was always a GREAT FRIEND . As I worked in Her Office from Pat Gordon's to Denis Fontaine . As I was Her IBM Repairman . Believe Me She knew more about the LAW than many of those She worked For !She was Quite a Character for sure ! Now She at Rest .
Walter Robert Sangster
September 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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