Mary Lina Lassing Belcher

Belcher, Mary Lina Lassing, 77, a native of St. Petersburg and widow of the late William S. Belcher, died Tuesday February 3, 2004 at Edward White Hospital. Lassing Park in S. E. St. Petersburg was named after her family. She was a graduate of St. Petersburg High School and Florida State University when it was for women. She was a lab technician and primarily a homemaker. She was a founding member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church and a member of the Altar Guild. She was a member of the Junior League, the Christmas Belles, and the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. Survivors include her mother, Ruth Hensley Lassing, St. Petersburg; a son, Brady Thomas Belcher, Homosassa, FL; and a grandson, Joshua John Belcher, Gainesville, FL. Anderson-McQueen Funeral Homes & Cremation Tribute Center-Ninth Street Chapel.