Obituary

JOHN HENRY "HANK" LAUX, IV, 58
LAKELAND - John Henry "Hank" Laux, IV, born in Madison, TN, Feb. 6, 1955; died suddenly November 1, 2013, from what is believed to have been a pulmonary embolism, pending confirmation. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Amy Rutherford; his 5 children: Sarah, Catherine, Courtney, Rachel, and Forrest, as well as his mother Cornelia Laux and brothers and sisters. Hank owned Forrest Auto Repair in Lakeland, FL, and was a Mason. He and Amy loved and raised dogs together for over 9 years, as well. An informal memorial service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013, from 12-5pm at his shop at 1024 E. Oleander St., Lakeland, FL, 33801. Anyone who's lives he touched are welcome to come at any time to say goodbye and celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, contributions are welcome to be given to Amy Rutherford.

Published in Ledger from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2013