George R. Elrod Jr.'s Obituary
Lakeland – George R. Elrod, Jr., 82, passed away Jan. 24, 2016.
Mr. Elrod was born in Nashville, TN on Sept. 25, 1933. He moved to Lakeland in 1972 from Alexandria, VA. Mr. Elrod served our country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and Vietnam, where he retired after 20 years of service. He was an avid water skier, and was a member of Highlands United Methodist Church.
Mr. Elrod is survived by his wife, Frances M. Elrod; son, Michael E. (Susan) Elrod, Sr.; sister, Sue Faye Elrod; grandson, Michael E. (Alyson) Elrod, Jr.; great grandchildren, Jackson and Lillian Elrod.
A memorial service will be held Sunday at 4pm at Highlands United Methodist Church, 3825 Clubhouse Rd. Lakeland, FL 33812. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Highlands United Methodist Church.
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