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 Noah Lantor | 7:05pmFlorida head coach Todd Golden shakes hands with Auburn head coach Steven Pearl after an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Noah Lantor | 7:05pmFlorida guard Boogie Fland (0) shoots a reverse layup during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Auburn, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Noah Lantor | 7:05pmFlorida forward Thomas Haugh (10) shoots a three during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Auburn, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.





