Ledith Carol Humphries

Ledith Carol Crocker Humphries December 1, 1940 – July 9, 2025 Ledith Carol Crocker Humphries, 84, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on July 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Fort Myers, Ledith spent her entire life in the place she called home. She was the heart of her family—the one who remembered every birthday with a card, always had a smile or laugh, and who carried her faith quietly, but deeply. She loved big, gave generously, and had a presence that made everyone feel at ease. Ledith was preceded in death by her parents, five siblings, and her husband and one true love, Chester Humphries. A raven-haired beauty full of life, Ledith ran off to Georgia with Chester to get married, beginning a lifelong partnership built on love, grit, and shared dreams. In the earlier years of their life together, Chester was a shrimp boat captain who was often gone for long stretches of time. Because of that, Ledith ran the home front—raising their boys, Jeffery and Ronnie, with firm love and constant support. She was the Cub Scout leader, assistant baseball coach, driver to and from football practices, and the built-in referee between two rough-and-tumble boys—and the steady force that held it all together. Somehow, as busy as she was, she also found the time to play on a women's softball team. Some of the family’s best memories were spent out on the shrimp boat in the summers—just being together, laughing, and making the most of those days. As years passed and their family grew, she and Chester made more memories on the water with their adult children and grandchildren. Whether it was taking boat rides on the Caloosahatchee River, taking the kids tubing or many a weekend spent at Cayo Costa, the water was a big part of their lives. Ledith made holidays feel special for her grandkids, especially Christmas Eve. Her family looked forward to her homemade sandwiches, deviled eggs, sherbert punch, and a living room overflowing with presents under a tree she thoughtfully prepared. She retired after 30+ years from her role as Secretary to the Principal at North Fort Myers Academy of the Arts, where she brought calm, care, and kindness to everyone who walked through the doors. At home, she loved old Westerns, John Wayne, Elvis Presley, and playing games or putting together puzzles for hours on end. Ledith loved her country and was a proud patriot. Fox News was often playing in the background, and she wasn’t shy about her values. She had a deep love for America, a strong sense of right and wrong, and always stood firm in her beliefs. Those quiet joys filled her days and gave her peace. She is survived by her sons, Jeffery (Tracy) and Ronnie, six grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Her love for children was unmatched—she helped raise three generations and always had time, patience, and warmth for the little ones. She loved life, her family, and being part of it all. But she knew her Savior and had peace in the end. She will be remembered for her steady grace, warm hugs, and the way she made everyone feel like family. Her legacy is one of faith, family, and love—and her absence will be felt deeply by all who knew her. A celebration of life with lunch will be held Sunday, July 27th 2025 from 12-2pm at M&M Farms 5450 Higginbotham Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905.

Ledith Carol Humphries

December 1, 1940 - July 9, 2025