James R. Lanier Jr.

October 19, 1928 - March 2, 2025 (96 years old)

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James R. Lanier Jr.

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October 19, 1928 - March 2, 2025 (96 years old)

Williston, Florida

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James R. Lanier Jr. Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-03-06T15:00:00
End: 2025-03-06T16:00:00
Location: First Baptist Church

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James R. Lanier Jr. of Williston, Florida, born in Leesburg, Florida, whose life came to an end on March 2, 2025 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Sylvia Lanier; his parents, Eula Bennett Lanier and James R. Lanier Sr.; his sister Eula Jean Simmons; his half-brother Claude Lanier; and his son-in-law Mike Sirota.

He is survived by: his daughters, Debbie Sirota and Dawne Olitsky (Deon); and his grandchildren, Jason Head (Candice), Justin Head (Crystal), Josh McKinley, Jennifer Bryant (Henry) and Christopher Sirota (Daisy). He is also survived by 14 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Thursday, March 6th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church (339 E Noble Ave, Williston, FL 32696). A funeral service was held on Thursday, March 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you please consider donations to Haven Hospice of Chiefland or the Baptist Children Fund.

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First Baptist Church
339 E Noble Ave, Williston, FL 32696

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First Baptist Church
339 E Noble Ave, Williston, FL 32696

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March 4, 2025

Jen Greer wrote a sympathy message

“Steve and Freida Simmons, Kaity and I were so fortunate to have met and "sat for a spell" with Uncle Buddy. Such a sweet man that didn't mind sharing a few wonderful stories with people he had just met. I hate I didn't get to see him when I was in town this last trip, but I will always remember his smile. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Much love to you all from North Carolina. Jennifer and Kaitlyn Greer”

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