Obituaries
STEBE, Joan Mary
Joan Mary Stebe passed away on January 4, 2021. Joan was a joyful person with a zest for life, beloved by family and friends. As a child, she danced with the USO during World War II. As a teen, she studied ballet at the High School of the Performing Arts and danced at the Metropolitan
HIERS, Andrew “Andy” Jordan
August 29, 1985 – April 21, 2021 Andrew “Andy” Jordan Hiers, 35, of Lakeland has gone to touch the face of Jesus on April 21, 2021. He is survived by his mother Georgia Madrid (Andrew), father Terry Hiers (JoJo), sisters Ashley Laney and Amber Alger (Brian), brother Victor DiTusa (Natalia), son Zachary, five nieces, two
JURADO SANTIAGO, Josefina “Lola Pinang”
Josefina “Lola Pinang” Jurado Santiago passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 8th, 2021 at the age of 92 after a long and adventurous life. Josefina was born on August 27, 1928 in the city of Manila, Philippines to the late Godofredo and Ceferina Jurado of Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines. She was preceded in death by
POPE, Ann Marie
Ann Marie Pope (Sweeney) passed away peacefully on April 18, 2021. She was born in Nashua, NH on July 1, 1940 to the late William and Helen Sweeney. Above all else, Ann treasured her family: her loving husband of 56 years, David F. Pope; her eight children, Susan Fukuda (Shinji), Matthew Pope (Laura), Michael Pope
RODRIGUEZ, Ann Marie “Annie”
On Tuesday, April 13, 2021, Ann (Annie) Marie Rodriguez, loving wife and mother of six children, passed away at the age of 70. Ann was born on March 13, 1951 in the Bronx, New York to Maurice and Patricia Devlin. On February 18, 1973 she married Julio (Papo) Rodriguez. They raised three sons and three
RUDSINSKI, Margaret Z.
Margaret Z Rudsinski, 97 of Odessa, FL, formerly of Marengo, IL, went home to be with the Lord on March 25, 2021. She was born in 1924 in Carpentersville, IL to William and Minnie Zierk. During her elementary years, she attended Immanuel Lutheran School in Dundee, IL. Margaret was editor of the Dundee Community High
BRAGE SANCHEZ, Alfonso
Alfonso Brage Sánchez was born on November 28, 1949 in the city of Nuevitas, Camagüey, Cuba. His parents Eugenio and Aida . Alfonso is survived in Cuba by his mother Aida; his brothers and sisters, along with numerous nephews. Here in the United States, he is survived by his daughters, his stepson and his
NADOLNY, Joseph V.
, 59, passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Colleen Murray, and two sisters, Michelle Bronersky and Suzanne Valente of Michigan. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and raised in Livonia, Michigan, Joseph received a presidential scholarship to attend the University of Tampa. He was a member of Sigma
KONGOS, John N.
, 77 of Callahan, Florida passed away on February 24, 2021. John was born in New Boston, Ohio on November 29, 1943 to the late Nicolas & Anna Kongos. He was preceded in death by his siblings Jean Carlene, Lena Kongos Iovino (plus 4) Margie Maddy Earles (plus 3), Wynola (Kay) Kongos Miller (plus 2),
HILTON, Mariana
, 88, of Tampa, FL passed away on Wednesday, February 10th at Seasons Hospice in Dunedin, FL. She was born in Ciales, P.R. on Christmas Day, 1932. Her father passed away when she was only two, so Mariana was raised by her mother with the help of extended family and her five older sisters. Mariana attended local schools followed
BROWN, Linda
, 79, of Wesley Chapel, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Advent Health Hospital in Wesley Chapel. She was born in Red River County, Texas where she was raised and attended high school. She married and moved to New Jersey to raise her family and work as a hairdresser. In her
MORRISON, George A.
, 69, passed peacefully on Feb 6, 2021 due to end stage Parkinson’s and end stage renal failure. He was a longtime Tampa resident since 1991 and he loved Tampa. He was born in Presque Isle, Maine as his mom always said, “in the middle of a blizzard”. He graduated from Old Saybrook High School
TACKNEY, Judith Anne Coville
On January 21, 2021, Judith Anne Coville Tackney slipped peacefully from this life and into the next. Born in Syracuse, New York on March 24, 1943 to James Edgar Coville and Elizabeth “Pug” Anne Critz, she is preceded in death by her loving parents and her brother, James “Skip” Coville. Judith is survived by her
SCHEW, James Vincent “Jim”
James Vincent “Jim” Schew, passed away after a long illness with his wife, Roxanne, by his side. Jim is survived by his wife, Roxanne; two sons, Aidan and Connor. Jim is also survived by his sister, Peggy Loughran (John); and a brother, Edward Schew (Lynn) along with numerous nieces and nephews. Jim will be missed
WITTER, Dennis Oswald
Dennis Oswald Witter, 68, of Tampa, FL, was called home to rest on January 16, 2021. Born in Manhattan, NY. Throughout his life Dennis resided in the Bronx, New York, and Teaneck, NJ. He has a BS from Northern Michigan University then went onto receive a Master’s in Public Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Dennis
SALSBURY, Herbert H.
Herbert H. Salsbury, 86, of Tampa, FL, and formerly of Tarpon Springs, FL, and Maumee, OH, passed away on January 4, 2021. Born in Bryan, OH, he graduated from Defiance College, OH, in 1956 with a BS in chemistry and mathematics. Herb received a four year athletic scholarship and his favorite memory of college was
MCLEMORE, Gregg Dalton
Gregg Dalton McLemore Forever Loved ~ Forever Missed Gregg Dalton McLemore passed away on January 10, 2021 in Sun City Center, Florida at the age of 67 years. Born in Wichita, Kansas, Gregg attended high school in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Gregg found his livelihood in the field of construction, in which he
WARREN, Wilma
Ms. Wilma Warren, Age 83, of Riverview, passed away Saturday afternoon, December 5, 2020. She was born August 19, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter of the late Agatha and William Eckerfield. Wilma was preceded in death by her siblings Agnes Philip, Rosemary Kayser, and William Eckerfield. Wilma is survived by five daughters and two
GAMBARDELLA, Dolores
Dolores Gambardella passed away at hospice on December 1, 2020. She was born on June 22,1934, to Phillip and Catherine (Garcia) Fontana. Besides her parents, she was pre-deceased by her son, Danny, in 2011. Survivors include her son, Robert (Bobby), of Howard Beach, NY, three brothers, Robert (Lynda) Fontana of N Ft Myers, Fl, Eugene
PEREZ, Lydia R.
Lydia R. Perez passed away on November 27, 2020. Lydia was a very generous, loving woman who opened her home and heart to all; she was a second mom to many and loved to travel with her family. Lydia was born in Camagüey, Cuba on August 20, 1955 to Enrique and Lydia Garcia. She is
SMITH, Elsa I.
Loving mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend passed away November 18, 2020 in Tampa, FL. She is survived by her sister Nancy Lynn Dobbin and family and brother Vern Andrews and family, daughters: Lynn Miller and family, Ana Pla Ulatowski and family, Charlene Pla, her late husband’s children and grandchildren and her adopted
SCOTT, Rhonda
Rhonda was born at home on January First in Tazewell County southwest Virginia, the second child of Stanley Ross Mitchell and Thelma Lesher Mitchell. She remembers a wonderful childhood growing up with brothers and sisters in the mountains and streams she had come to call home. Shortly after finishing high school she enlisted in the
BRANNAN, Michael Joseph
Michael Joseph Brannan, 81, of Sun City Center, FL passed away peacefully into eternal life on October 23, 2020 with his loving husband and close friends at his side. Mike was born on October 18, 1939 to Joseph and Nellie (Walker) Brannan in Lithopolis, OH. He graduated from Groveport High School in Groveport, OH in
BARDI, Lucille “Lucy”
loving mother, nana, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on October 15, 2020 at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Florida. Lucille loved to spend time with and cook for her family and friends. She also enjoyed playing dominoes and cards, singing, dancing, and caring for her dog, Casper. She was a member of Cornerstone Baptist
REED III, John Nathan
(JR or Fester) , age 41, passed away peacefully in his place of residence on October 23, 2020. He was a dedicated lawn professional formerly of Indiana and Colorado but was currently living in Gibsonton, Florida. He received his GED and an associate’s degree in Janitorial Services. He was loved and cherished by all who
SCHUMANN, Harry ” Bud”
90, of Tampa, Florida left this earth to join his beloved wife, Dolores on October 5, 2020. Survived by his sons, Greg and wife Patricia, of Philadelphia, PA, Bob and wife Terry of Palmyra, NJ, and daughter Paula Henneke and husband Rob of Odessa, Florida along with his grandchildren, Keith, Julie, Matthew, Kelly, Patrick and
SMITH, James W “Jim”
died in the home of his daughter on September 17, 2020 in Tampa, FL as a result of liver cancer. He was 77. Mr. Smith was born on December 16, 1942 in Chittenango, NY to his parents, Wesley and Charlotte Smith. He married Patricia Kunkle in 1960. The Smiths moved to Rochester NY where Jim
MATHURA, Sajeevan
75 of Tampa, FL, passed away on September 17, 2020. Sajeevan “Saj” Ramkissoon Mathura, age 75, passed away on Thursday September 17, 2020 at the Pepin Heart Institute in Tampa, Florida – due to heart complications. He was born in Debe, Trinidad, on February 10, 1945 to Ramkeesoon and Phulbasiya Mathura, the last of
FELGER, Richard
65 of Tampa, FL passed away on September 12, 2020. He was born in New Castle, PA to Richard C. Felger and Shirley J, Olenick Felger on February 25, 1955. Rick worked for 30years , transporting the elderly and disabled. In this line of work he found a job, that he was passionate about. He
TINSLEY, Joyce
, aged 83 years, passed away surrounded by family on August 29 th 2020. She was born in Fowlerville MI on November 22, 1936. Married Gilbert Tinsley in September of 1962. She raised her family there as well. She relocated to Florida in the late 80’s, enjoying a career in healthcare along with all the
DOWNS JR., Samuel W.
, passed away unexpectedly on August 19, 2020 in New Port Richey, FL at the age of 57. Sam was born in Woodbury, New Jersey to Samuel W. Downs, Sr. and Terry (née Armstrong) Downs. Sam was the oldest of four boys and the closeness he and his brothers shared from childhood through adulthood was
BERDEN, Anthony Thomas
5/1/1997 to 08/16/2020 With deepest sorrow, we announce that our Anthony (Ant, AT, Bubba, Brother, PITA) age of 23 passed away peacefully at Bayfront Brooksville Hospital on Sunday. August 16th . Anthony will be missed every day by his siblings, Emma, Olivia, Steven, and Hope. His mother, Amanda, Stepfather, Bill, Grandparents, Elizabeth, Tom, Linda, Marc,
GOODMAN, Michelle Suzann
, 51, of St. Petersburg, FL passed away Friday, August 14, 2020, at Tampa General Hospital. She is survived by her father, Donald Goodman of McKeesport, PA; her two sisters, Christy Goodman of Oldsmar, FL and Dana (Goodman) Novak of Safety Harbor, FL; nieces Falyn Snyder, Jordyn Snyder, and Emily Novak; and longtime partner Fred
MCCRAY, JOHN
Our beloved (GENTLE GIANT ) passed away August 4, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. John was born in 1949 in Madison, Florida, growing up in a large loving extended family. He was a compassionate, loving and generous man who laughed and enjoyed life, especially his Tampa Bay Buccaneers. John is survived by his one true love
SWANSON, Lenda
, passed away in the comfort of her home in Tampa, FL. on July 29, 2020. Lenda’s predeceased family was her father Melvin Mutter, mother Rosie Mutter, brothers; Willard Hilton, Jimmy Mutter and Timmy Wayne Mutter, sisters; Shirley Hilton Jenkins and Emily Hilton Lilly. Lenda is survived by her loving husband Doug Swanson of over
BRYAN, Shirley Claire
On July 23, 2020, Shirley Claire (Mackey) Bryan passed away at the age of 92. Shirley is survived by her four children, Beverly Goodemote (Duane), William L. Bryan, Jr. (Anne McDonald), Richard B. Bryan (Peggy) and Shelly Karns (John), and her sister, Marion (Mackey) Jack. She had four grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Shirley
CARANANTE, Dr. Vincent “Vince”
, 87, passed away on July 16, 2020. He was preceded in death by his loving parents and his daughter, Jana Caranante Davis. Vince was survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jovanna Spoto Caranante, sons Vinny (Joanna), Lance (Susan), Keith (Kelly), son-in-law John Davis, grandchildren Jovanna Caranante Davis, Olivia Davis, Caroline, Vincent, Marco,
CARTER, Joyce “Darleen”
61, of Riverview, FL passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 2020. Darleen was born on November 18, 1958 in Brooksville Florida. She is survived by her daughter Heather Young and granddaughters Taylor and Jupiter, her sisters Patricia, Dorothy, Karen and Linda. She was preceded in death by her parents Farl and Dorine Carter and her
MIKULA, Patrick
Our beloved brother, Patrick Mikula, passed away peacefully on Sunday July 5, 2020 in Tampa Florida. Patrick was born in 1950 in Erie PA growing up in a large, extended family. He was a compassionate, loving and generous man who laughed easily and often. He was at his best in the company of friends or
JIMENEZ, Zachary
, 29 of Tampa Fl passed away unexpectedly in his home on July 2, 2020. He is the beloved son of Tanya Valentin (Pereira) and Orestes Jimenez. Zachary is of Cuban and Portuguese decent he was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts on September 16, 1990 he moved to the Tampa Bay Area as a child.
JUANETTE, Michael
The Family of Michael Juanette, Springhill, FL is so very sad to announce his passing on June 29, 2020. Michael born May 22, 1941 in Port of Spain Trinidad, was beloved by family, friends and colleagues all over the globe. He is predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years, Cynthia (1937 -2008), brother Joseph Juanette and sister Zarina
FERRARO, Heidi Olivia
Sadly, on 6/6/2020 midnight, our beautiful Heidi Olivia passed. She gallantly fought a difficult battle with cancer. Heidi was a star in her own right. She was a loving and devoted wife to her husband Ed and loving and devoted mother to son Alex. Alex was what made her heart beat and she was so
STAHL, Doris M.
, 94, passed away on May 31, 2020, surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 22, 1926 and grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. Her parents were Henrietta and Edward J. Knecht. She attended St. Augustine’s Academy for Girls in Lakewood. In the early 1950’s,
STONE, Michael Anthony
(May 6, 1946 – April 17, 2020) woke his young children each morning singing, “Lazy bones, sleeping in the sun, how do you expect to get your days work done,” their breakfast ready and their lunches already packed. He was this planet’s most devoted father and husband, and if dictionaries still existed, the photo of the Stone
MUSHTAQ, Javed Jabraun
, age 37, of Tampa, FL, passed away unexpectedly May 8, 2020. Raised in Tampa alongside his three siblings, he grew up to attend Florida State University earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Javed later become a Registered Nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital, where he worked for almost a decade and most recently on
MANUEL, Ruth
88, passed away May 3, 2020 at home surrounded by family. Born in Tampa, FL, Feb. 29, 1932, she went to Plant High School and retired from Tampa General Hospital Cardiology Department after 20 years. Predeceased by son, Michael Crowson and granddaughter Cheri Lynn Crowson. Survived by son, Malvin Crowson of Seffner, two daughters, Mary
CASTRY, Helen Marie
Helen Marie Castry, 88, of Tampa, died at 5:45 AM Saturday, April 4th 2020 at Grace House of Tampa. She was born July 19th, 1931 in Yonkers, New York to Harold and Philomena Searles. She married Raymond Castry on March 31st, 1951, who preceded her in death. Helen is survived by her daughter Virginia Castry
BUKLAD, Roberta “Bobbie”
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Roberta (Bobbie) Buklad at Tampa General Hospital, Wednesday, March 11, 2020. She was born January 6, 1943, in Milford, Connecticut, a daughter of the late Robert and Florence Bridges, Sr. and was preceded in death by her brother Robert (Butch) Bridges, Jr. This gentle, loving,
ABBOTT-SHELDON, Cathryn “Cathy” Grace
On Tuesday, February 25th, 2020, a light in the darkness faded out of existence. Cathryn “Cathy” Grace Abbott-Sheldon passed away at 4:43 a.m. at Saint Joseph’s Hospital after an ongoing battle with cancer. Cathryn was born on Thursday, May 10th, 1962 at Tampa General Hospital. She met her husband, Robert Timothy Abbott, in
MERCADO, Ruben
The family of Ruben Mercado of Tampa is saddened to announce his passing on Sunday February 23, 2020 at the early age of 59 years from a sudden heart attack. Ruben was born on July 3, 1960 in New York, New York as one of 8 children. Ruben is predeceased by his parents, Padricio Mercado and
BASKIN, John M.
John “Johnny” Matthew Baskin, 80, died peacefully on February 11, 2020, after a six month battle with ALS. He is survived by his long time companion, Renee Carey; his brother, Neal Baskin; his daughter, P.D. Menzel; his son, Mark Baskin; and three granddaughters. An avid golfer and licensed pilot, John was born in Birmingham, AL.
DAVIS, Garry Ray
, 65, of Tampa, FL passed away peacefully on February 20, 2020. Garry was born in west Germany in 1954. He arrived in the USA when he was 14 months old after a long journey on a military transport ship. From the ship’s docking in Brooklyn, NY, Garry Lived in several states during his young
PULLIAM, Charles “Craig”
On Monday, February 17th, 2020, Charles “Craig” Pulliam, beloved father, brother, uncle, pup-grandfather, and friend, passed away at the age of 71. Craig was born in Rockville Center, NY on August 1, 1948. He grew up in Kansas City, Missouri and later moved to Denver, Colorado. He then went on to settle in Brandon, Florida
ROMERO, Inocente Jorge
On Sunday February 16, 2020 our loving Father and Grandfather Inocente Jorge Romero passed away at the age of 91 years. Inocente was born December 28, 1928 in Callao, Peru to Father Evorcio Romero and Mother Carmen Denegri. Inocente was well known as a Captain of Fishermen in Peru. He founded the Peruvian Fishing Association
FERBER, Edward Paul
Edward Paul Ferber passed away at the early age of 63 on 1/24/2020 in Tampa, Florida. Ed was a true explorer at heart. At a young age he was very active in Boy Scouts, playing brass instruments, and singing in various glee clubs. These passions continued as an adult through his enjoyment of hiking, the
Kimberley I. Moore,
Kim was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in Miami. She graduated high school and attended two years at Miami Dade Community College. She moved to Tampa in the early 1980’s and, except for a year in England, she called Tampa home. Earning a license in Cosmetology she became outstanding as a Medical Aesthetician
SCHULTZ WYRICK, Nancy
8/8/28 – 12/12/19 Humanity lost one of its best and brightest souls and heaven gained a real firecracker when Nancy took her last breath December 12. She was the only child born to Frederick Charles and Lou Buzek Shultz in South Bend, Indiana. The family moved to Indianapolis where Nancy completed her schooling, graduating from
ANTONUCCI-ROG, Kniertje Amanda
Jan 2, 1977 – Nov 22, 2019 In Loving Memory of Kniertje Amanda Antonucci-Rog, loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, and friend. On Nov 22, 2019, Amanda passed away peacefully after a long time battle with an autoimmune disease. She was held in the arms of her two beautiful daughters Hayley and Meagan Antonucci, and
William (Bill) Robey DeMarse II,
75, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Friday, November 15, 2019 in his home in Tampa, FL. He died in his home surrounded by his family who loved him deeply. He was born on November 5, 1944 to William DeMarse and Beatrice DeMarse and officially became a Floridian when he attended Jacksonville University where he graduated
SLEAP, Petronella
, wife, mother and dear friend to all passed away in Tampa, FL on October 21, 2019 at age 89. Petronella lovingly known as Patsy our Aunty Patsy by many was born in Krugersdorp, South Africa. She lived in South Africa the majority of her life until the passing of her husband and my father
SHAW, Anthony Leonard
, 45, formerly of Enfield, Connecticut, died on October 17, 2019 in Riverview, Florida as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born February 20, 1974 in Hartford, Connecticut to Leonard Shaw and Daphne Chenier Shaw. Growing up in Enfield, Anthony played hard and lived life to the fullest. He
FAUCETT, Lois Ann
, age 85, passed away September 9, 2019. She is always in our hearts. We love and miss you.
O’DONNELL, Bruce Thomas 1950-2019
, 69, of Largo passed away at Tampa General Hospital surrounded by loved ones on September 14, 2019. He was born in Lowell, MA. Son of Thomas and Mildred (Jacques) O’Donnell. He worked for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the court system for 32 years. He is survived by his sons Charles and Patrick O’Donnell, his two
BLANCO, Robert Manuel
, 86, of Tampa, passed peacefully on August 21 after a short battle with cancer. Robert was a Tampa native, born to Pilar and Leon Blanco who predeceased him. He was also predeceased by his brother, Marcelo Blanco. Robert lived a full and wonderful life and loved his family dearly. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Elvira V. Blanco, their
ARNOLD, Sherri Nicole
, was born August 10, 1984. She passed away August 15, 2019, she was predeceased by her loving father Donald Arnold Jr. Sherri is survived by her life partner Stevenpol Huelar and her two twin daughters Melody and Harmony. She is also survived by extended family and many friends who loved her very much. We
BAZO VEGA, Virginia
, born August 19, 1937 in Key West, Florida passed away August 4, 2019 at 81. Her surviving family includes her husband Alfonso Vega Sr, 3 siblings: Henry, Bobby and Mirta. Her children: Teresa Vega Griffin and her husband Eddy, Alfonso “Bubu” Vega Jr and his wife Victoria. Her Grand-daughters: Casandra, Shena, Stephanie, Isa, Shelby
EMMETT, William (Bill), MSgt USAF Retired,
of Tampa, FL passed away at the age of 67 on July 15, 2019.Bill was born in Chelsea, MA to William and Virginia Emmett. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother James (Jimmy) Emmett. Bill is survived by Cheryl, his loving wife and best friend for 28 years, his
LITTLER, Gale Blanchard
On the morning of July 13, 2019 Gale Blanchard Littler passed away after a battle with multiple myeloma cancer; surrounded by family at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa FL. Gale was 75 years old. He was cremated and his ashes will be spread, as he wished, at the Wallerville Hunting Camp where he thrived and felt
WILLIAMS, Martha Ann
, of Bessemer, AL, passed away on July 5, 2019 at her home. Funeral services will conducted Saturday July 13th at 6:00 pm at Cremation of greater Tampa Bay. Pastor Russel Johnson will be officiating the service. Martha Ann was a resident of Tampa for 40+ years. She was employed as a housekeeper at James
ALVAREZ, Augustine (Titi)
, 91, passed away peacefully at his home July 2, 2019 in the care of his loved ones. Titi was born in Tampa August 14, 1927 to Ernest Alvarez and Celia (Fraga) Suarez and lived most of his life in West Tampa. Titi leaves behind his wife of 66 years Consuelo “Connie”, three daughters, Nancy
RAWLS, William Heflin”Billy”
, passed away on July 10, 2019 surrounded by his family. He was born on July 24, 1965 in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was preceded by his maternal grandparents, James Kelly and Josephine Heflin Littrell, and his paternal grandparents, Fitzhugh Lee Sr. and Anna Watson Rawls. He is survived by his mother, Jo Ann Littrell;
DOXEY, Julie Ann (Brannan)
, age 47 passed away July 5th,2019 at home in Brooksville,Fl. She was born on July 23rd, 1971 to Patrick and Jean Brannan. She is preceded in death by nephew Zachary Lloyd Mills. Great nephew Charles Michael Gillum. Julie is survived by her husband David Doxey. Parents Patrick and Jean Brannan. Father-in-law Richard Doxey (
BUTCHER, Karen L.
, 67, passed away June 9, 2019 at her home in Brandon, FL. Her memorial service will be held 4-6 pm, Sunday, June 16, 2019 at Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay, 110 N. Macdill Ave., Tampa, FL 33609. Immediately following will be a Spreading of Ashes Ceremony in Treasure Island (at the coastline directly behind
SHIVER, Alonzo “Lonnie”
, 55, of Tampa, FL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 24, 2019. Lonnie was a life long resident of Tampa and was best known for his love of his family, a passion for all things outdoors and his dedication to his career. Lonnie began his career in the grocery industry at 16 years
CORBIN, Joan Elizabeth
, 86, of Plant City, Fl. went home to be with the Lord on May 16, 2019. She was born in Afton, New York, and resided in Bainbridge, New York for many years before moving with her husband, David Warren Corbin, to Florida. Predeceased by her son David Lewis Corbin and daughter Renee C. D`Agostino, She
GORDON-NEAL, Marjorie J.
, 82, of Tampa, FL died May 19, 2019 at Arbor Terrace Assisted Living Facility in Tampa, FL while under the care of LifePath Hospice. Born January. 30, 1937, in Library, PA, she was the daughter of the late Edward R. Wright and Velma E. Sayre who lived their lives in Eighty Four, PA. Marjorie
WINITSKY, Diane Eva
, was born September 13, 1945, and passed on to Heaven on May 11, 2019. She was predeceased by her Son Paul and Grandson Johnpaul. She is survived by her four daughters, and her 5 Grandchildren: Fabiana, Keelin, Kaden, Shawn and Ronnie. Diane (Young) grew up in Verona, NJ and was married to Paul
CAMPBELL, Russell
, 73, of Ruskin,passed away in the care of his family and Life path Hospice. Born Jan 19, 1946 in Campbellsville, KY, to Burley and Ida Campbell. He is predeceased by his mother and father, his sister Carol Adams, brother, Roy Campbell, daughter, Teresa Taylor and stepdaughter Kathy Caputo. He is survived by his wife Pat
KENNY, Timothy Patrick
On Monday, April 15, 2019, Timothy Patrick Kenny, age 78, lost his courageous 2 ½ year battle with cancer surrounded by family in his Tampa home. Timothy was born on January 22, 1941 in Cleveland, Ohio to Paul and Thelma (Mapstone) Kenny. Tim moved to Columbus at the age of 2 and graduated from
BYRON ROGERS, June
, 75, passed away Friday morning, March 29, 2019. She was admitted to Hospice care only one day prior and died peacefully in her sleep with her husband by her side, holding her hand. She leaves behind her husband of 25 years, John Rogers, her two sisters Mary Byron and Patricia O’Brien, three daughters
COMBS TESKE, Bernice
I was born July 28 of 1937; I lived many lives; and I enjoyed them all. I loved many of those near and dear to me… I died – end of story. Short and sweet. TA… TA….. Love one another and goodbye! Bernice, March, 1, 2019 Think of me occasionally, my love to you all;
LONG, Steven Leonard
TAMPA, FL – Steven Leonard Long, 57, died peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2019, from complications following a stroke, at Melech Hospice House in Temple Terrace, FL, with family and friends by his side. He was born March 31, 1961 in Beloit, WI. He was a 1979 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and
FREAD, Craig William
, 64, Oldsmar, FL passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 13, 2019. Craig was born on May 10, 1954 in Hartford City, IN to William ‘Bill’ and Norma Morgan Fread. He graduated from Blackford County High School in Hartford City in 1972. He then went on to Purdue University where
RIOS, Jose
, age 74, passed away January 9, 2019. He loved and will be deeply missed by family and friends.
KARRAS, Neil
age 55, passed away Saturday, January 5th. Predeceased by father Gus Karras, he is survived by his mother Maggie, son Kyle (Heather), former wife Susan, his beloved grandchildren, Kaylee and Alexander, sister Moira, niece Nicole, nephew J.C. and “My brother from a different mother”, Kevin, and his Welsh family in the U.K. We love you
BUSH KRUEGER, Dorothy Anne
Dorothy Anne Bush Krueger, age 84, passed away on Thursday, August 2, 2018, in Tampa, Florida from complications of Parkinson’s disease. Dorothy, the oldest of four children, was born October 25, 1933 in Louisville, Kentucky to Gordon and Nancy Bush. She married Thomas R. Krueger in 1956, and they raised their four children together in
VANDERFLEET, Gary 5-01-1954
Gary closed this chapter in his life to join our mother, Jewell Swan to be welcomed by her on 7-28-2018 as her first beloved child. He was predeceased by his wife Sylvia “Carmen” Vanderfleet and mother Jewell Swan. He is survived by his sister Kathy Swan and her husband, George Morrison whom he resided with
GONZALEZ ORIHUELA, AIDA
, went to be with our Lord on July 3, 2018, at the age of 90. She was a lifelong resident of West Tampa, and was very proud of her Hispanic heritage. Aida worked at Turner’s Dairy for many years, later working at Greyhound Colors Inc. before retiring. She was preceded in death by her
HOLTZ, Margaret
, 93, passed away June 21, 2018. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, we love you. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
PAGAN, Minerva
, 78, passed away June 21, 2018. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, we love so much. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
KRAUS, Robin
, 51, passed away June 20, 2018. She is loved and will be deeply missed by family and friends. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
ANDERSON, Terry Ann
, 70, passed away June 19, 2018. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. We love you. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
HECKENBACH, Nickolas
, 18, passed away June 16, 2018. He was taken way to soon, we love you and we miss you. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
MILLER, Michael
, 51, passed away June 13, 2018. He will be deeply missed by family and friends. We love you. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
REY, Neil
, 62, passed away June 16, 2018. We will miss you deeply, we love you. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
GALENO, Roberto
, 54, passed away June 15, 2018. He is loved and will always be remembered by family and friends. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
BURTON, Jasper
, 68, passed away on June 16, 2018. He is loved and will never be forgotten. We love you. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
BRYANT, Joann
, 63, passed away June 13, 2018. She is loved and will always be with us in our hearts. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
GONZALEZ, David
, 65, passed away June 14, 2018. He is loved and will be deeply missed by family and friends. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay
MUNOZ, Almino Jr. “Papo”
, 57, passed away June 14, 2018. He is loved by family and friends, he will never be forgotten. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay