Lakeland - Karen Yvette Parsons, 53, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Bartow Regional Medical Center. Born February 26, 1962 in Hamilton, OH, Mrs. Parsons was a resident of Lakeland for twenty five years. Mrs. Parsons is survived by two sons: Michael-Scott Lester, Tampa and Chris R. Lester, Lakeland; two daughters: Stephanie Lester, Lebanon, NH and Danielle Parsons, Lakeland; mother: Genene Oliver, Bartow; three brothers: Eric Dolan, Sunderland, MA; Alex Dolan, Holly Springs, NC and Jason Dolan, OH and six grandchildren. Family will receive friends Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 12:00 - 1:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5800 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 P.M. at the church.