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Lesa Jane Cardin

Born on September 4, 1960 in Tullahoma, Tennessee

Departed on July 1, 2025, in Melbourne, Florida

Lesa Jane Cardin, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in Melbourne, Florida, at the age of 64.
Born in Tullahoma, Tennessee, Lesa was the daughter of the late James Donald Stockton, Sr. and Clara Elizabeth Stockton. She was raised with the values of kindness, hard work, and loyalty—traits that defined her character and touched the lives of all who knew her.
In the late 1980s, Lesa made Melbourne, Florida her home, where she would live for the remainder of her life. She built a life grounded in love, filled with the joy of family and the comfort of close friendships. Whether welcoming new neighbors or reconnecting with lifelong friends, Lesa brought warmth and openness to every relationship.
Lesa found joy in the simple things life has to offer. She loved cooking meals for family and friends, gardening, and keeping her home beautiful and welcoming—a reflection of the care she offered so generously to those around her. She took pride in every detail, and her home was a haven of comfort, warmth, and southern hospitality.
Lesa was deeply devoted to her family, and her greatest joy came from her role as mother and grandmother. She shared an extraordinary bond with her daughter, Laura Elaine Fitzsimmons, one built on deep love, trust, and enduring friendship. Her grandchildren, Camdyn and Dawson Fitzsimmons, were the light of her life. She embraced every moment with them—from school events to everyday moments—with unmatched love and attention.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and David Fitzsimmons; her grandchildren, Camdyn and Dawson Fitzsimmons; her brother, Donnie Stockton and his wife Linda; her sister, Debbie Trader and her husband Rudi; and several cherished nieces, a nephew, and great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Donald and Elizabeth Stockton, whose memory she held dear throughout her life.
Lesa also treasured her friendships, especially her time spent with close friends in Georgia, where she shared countless laughs, memories, and heartfelt conversations. Her kindness, thoughtfulness, and ability to truly listen made her a trusted friend to many.
A service to honor and celebrate Lesa’s life will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home, 1010 Palmetto Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901. Friends and family are invited to attend and share in remembering her remarkable life.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Lesa’s memory to two causes close to the heart:
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Leukemia and Lymphoma Society6
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Multiple System Atrophy United Research Consortium

Lesa Cardin will be remembered for her deep love, gentle heart, and enduring devotion to family. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched, and the memories she leaves behind will be cherished always.

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Beth Hall from Albany Ga wrote on July 9, 2025:
Lesa was a VERY close friend to me . We talked a lot on the phone and through text. We did visit each other when we could . We always loved talking and spending time together. She was a wonderful loving person. She was a God fearing woman. She and I shared many laughs and many tears as friends should do. She was a TRUE friend! She was always there when needed. Her daughter and her 2 grandchildren were her whole world!!!!!!! She loved them More than anything!!!!!!! That is where her many smiles and laughs came from. She loved to talk fondly of them Daily. I will miss her so much. What a beautiful person she was!!!! She was a real true friend. She is a true example of the old saying “if you find one true friend in your life you were blessed.” Well believe me…….i was blessed!!!!!
Brenda Tatum from Moultrie wrote on July 8, 2025:
My condolences to the family 🙏
Ramie Browning from Pavo wrote on July 8, 2025:
Lesa was my very first Friend that welcomed me into this big Georgia family. There is a kinship with “outlaws” when married into a big Georgia Southern family. We had a lot of fun together when our kids were young. Elaine was in our wedding and she was so precious as my flower girl. I’m famous for what’s called “Ramie Bread 🥖” in the family and that is because Lesa named it that the first time I made it for her. I will miss her so much and I enjoyed our special times when she came up and visited. Till we see each other again, sweet friend.
Lynda L Trader from Indialantic wrote on July 8, 2025:
Lesa was one of the nicest people I've ever met. She will be sorely missed.
Sandra Mealer Wells from Tullahoma,TN wrote on July 5, 2025:
I will always remember the sweet little girl who made me feel so welcome and loved. You were always a special friend.
Cheri Margy from Melbourne wrote on July 5, 2025:
Lesa and I were friends for 30 years. She was always a good friend willing to help . I knew I could count on her. She always had my back.What a beautiful person with a loving heart. I’ will miss her.
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