Lakeland -Melissa Johnson , age 54, passed away December 28, 2022, at Lakeland Regional Health and Medical Center. She was born on March 13, 1968, in Miami, FL. She worked as a Veterinary Technician. She loved animals, spending time with family and being with her grandchildren. She is survived by a loving family that includes her husband Ronald Johnson, son Charlie Toledo, stepdaughter Maria Johnson, 3 grandchildren, sisters Mary Pinckney & Jackie Pinckney, Mother Mariam Lee and niece Lorelei Pinckney. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com