Dee Bird holds a photo album of her son Timothy Bird-Lopez, who died March 1 due to complications of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. His dog, Lizzy, who sits in the crook of Dee Bird’s arm, is among the many reminders of Timothy in her bedroom, including his computer, his bed and his pictures.
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By Bayden Armstrong | 9:35pmFlorida gymnast Kayla DiCello performs on the floor during an NCAA gymnastics meet against Oklahoma, Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Ryan Friedenberg | 9:08pmFlorida Gators right handed pitcher Liam Peterson celebrates a strikeout during an NCAA Baseball game against Kennesaw State, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Ryan Friedenberg | 9:08pmFlorida Gators right handed pitcher Liam Peterson pitches during an NCAA Baseball game against Kennesaw State, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.





