Robert James Souza

Robert “Bob” James Souza, 71

Robert “Bob” James Souza of Lake Wales passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023, at AdventHealth Lake Wales.

He was born May 3, 1951, in Fall River, MA to the late Arthur and Ivy Souza. He was the owner and operator of Granny’s Kitchen and a veteran of Vietnam, serving in the U.S. Army.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Vivian Souza and daughter, Pam Granger.

Survivors include his wife, Stephanie Davidson; two daughters, Kim Souza and Michelle Souza; son, Jason and Donna Souza; brother, Tom and Cindy Souza; sister, Joanne and Tony Roberts; grandchildren, Stephanie, Cory, Joshua, Jazmyne, Butch Jr., Mikayla, William, Claire and Emily.

A celebration of life will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales.

A reception to follow at Granny's Kitchen, 1372 Highway 60 East, Lake Wales, FL 33853.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the funeral home in his name.