Alice Frances Stevens' Obituary
Alice Frances Stevens, age 82, a resident of Lakeland, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 13, 2023. Frances was born September 7, 1940 in Live Oak, Florida to Rev. Larry Lafferty and Annie (Robinson) Lafferty. She was a resident of Lakeland since 1989 coming from Wauchula and retired from the State of Florida. Frances graduated from Kathleen High School Class of 1959 and from Norman College in Norman Park, Georgia with an Associates Degree, was Ms. Norman College, and was editor of the year book. She was a member of Gapway Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida for 12 years and lead her prayer group. Frances enjoyed sewing, her dog Lacey, serving those of her church and spending time with her family. She is survived by her two sons and daughter – Willard Everett Stevens, Thomas Clifton Stevens, Deranda Ruth Evans; her sisters, Patricia Sue Copeland and Polly Ann Weaver; and brother, Alan Lee Lafferty. She was preceded in death by her sister Norma Faye Minear. In leu of flowers, please make donations to Gapway Baptist Church, 1705 N. Combee Road, Lakeland, Florida 33801 in honor of Frances.
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