DESHA, Krama Fay, 88, passed away 1/5/2015. Born 4/5/1926 in Waldo, FL, reared by his father’s sister & husband, Arthur and Mae DeSha Stevens whom he regarded as his parents. Survived by his beloved wife of 70 years Rosamond; son, Larry; two daughters, Sandra Wilde and Brenda Freeman; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. DeSha served as a radioman (RM2C) in the US Navy in WWII on the USS Lavaca in the South Pacific. He graduated from Stetson University, Southern Seminary, & received his Doctorate from Luther Rice Seminary. He was a faithful servant of God with a pastoral heart. He began preaching in 1945, ordained as a minister 6/12/1949, & retired in 1989 after a 23 year ministry in FBC, WG. Visitation & funeral service will be at First Baptist Church, 125 E Plant Street, Winter Garden. Visitation: Friday, 1/9/15 6:00-8:00PM. Funeral Service: Saturday, 1/10/15 2:00pm. Interment: Winter Garden Cemetery In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Florida Baptist Children’s Home, PO Box 8190, Lakeland, FL 33802. Arrangements under the direction of Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home, WINTER GARDEN, FL.
