Alma
Beth DuPree Pike
Pike, Alma Beth
DuPree,
of
Dade City,
passed away July 1,
2009. Born Sept. 16,
1922, in Alachua ,
Florida, and lived
in Dade City since a
young girl. She is
predeceased by her
husband of 69 years,
Paul Edward Pike,
Sr. , her parents’
Gee Dempsey and
Jettie Walker DuPree,
Grandparents Bryant
and Amanda
Hollingsworth DuPree
and Edward and Clara
Touchton Walker,
siblings; Lucien
(Edith), Otis
(Nadine), Manis (Florene),
Hazel( Ralph
Howard),Opal (
Whalen Gavin) and
Holten ( Billie).
She leaves behind
three children, Paul
(Vera), Diane (Al
Heiler) and Gail
(Fred Godfrey) and
25 grandchildren and
9 great
grandchildren. She
was a devoted wife
and homemaker until
her children were
grown at which time
she started her own
successful landscape
business. From
there, she obtained
her real estate
license and became a
top producer. She
has resided at The
Edwinola for the
past few years and
leaves many dear
friends. Her last
words were that she
was at peace with
her Lord and ready
to make her journey
into her new world.
She died at peace
and with such grace.
A Memorial Mass will
be said on Wed. July
8, 2009,10:30 a.m.
at St. Anthony’s
Catholic Church and
a gathering
afterwards for a
light lunch in her
daughter’s home in
Lake Jovita Golf and
CC. Friends and
family are invited
to share. Memorial
contributions can be
made to Gulfside
Hospice or The
Edwinola.
Beulah Ree Lewis
Lewis, Beulah Ree,
84, of Dade City,
FL., went to walk
hand-in-hand with
her Jesus June 30,
2009. She leaves
behind her one and
only husband of 67
years, Grady: seven
children, Linda
McComb (Larry),
Larry Lewis, Martha
Howell, June Lewis
(Gary), Sherry
Lewis, William Lewis
(Sveta), and Tommy
Lewis (Christine);
two brothers Frank
Whiddon ( Odell) and
Dempsey Whiddon
(MaryAnn); fifteen
grandchildren Tommy
and Tracy Champion,
Ladonna Pearson,
Susan Croft, Haley,
Sarah, Erin and
Olivia Lewis, Misti
White, Mandi,
Joshua and Alan
Lewis, Jacob, James
and Elizabeth Lewis;
thirteen great
grandchildren
Delysia, Kimberly,
Brandon and Amber
Champion, Joshua and
Mackenzie Pearson,
Kailyn and Kenley
Croft, Gino, Reina,
Dominic, Hope and
Taylor. She was
preceded in death by
her daughter Grace
Stock, two
grandchildren; Karen
and Charles Lewis.
Beulah loved working
with the children at
church for many
years and was a
devoted Pasco
Regional Medical
Center Volunteer.
She had a
compassionate heart
and cared for many
friends and
neighbors. She will
be missed dearly by
all that knew her.
Funeral Services,
with Rev. Ed Kuffel
officiating, will be
conducted at 11 am
Friday July 3, 2009,
First Baptist Church
at Dade City.
Flowers are
appreciated but in
lieu of flowers,
donations in her
name may be made to
HPH Hospice.
Alice P. Reed
Reed, Alice P.,
83, Zephyrhills, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2009. She was born August 17,
1925 in Biddeford, Maine. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carleton
Reed. She is survived by her children: Linda (Richard) Cole, Zephyrhills;
Jennifer (Dev) Ormiston, Georgia; Carla (Robert) Nixon, Brandon; Vaughn T. Reed,
Riverview and Susie (Howard) DeLones, Valrico; sister, Helen Carver, Owls Head,
ME; 12 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and a soon-to-be born great great
grandson. Services will 10 am Friday at Hodges Family Funeral Home,
Zephyrhills. Graveside services will be 10 am Saturday at Hillsboro Memorial
Gardens, Brandon.
Cullen Parker Grimes
Grimes, Cullen Parker, 95
of Jacksonville, FL passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2009. She was born in 1913
and moved to Jacksonville to study nursing at St. Luke’s Hospital. She had a
long career as a registered nurse and was active in the United Methodist Church
and other organizations. She was preceded in death by her husband of over 50
years, Charles “Charlie” T. Grimes Sr. and her great grandson, Terry Hamlett.
She is survived by her children: Nancy Riviere (Wally), Henry Nelson Grimes
(Pat), Mary Ann Benton, and Charles Thomas “Tommy” Grimes Jr. (Brigitte). She
is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved.
Graveside services will be held 1pm Thursday, July 2, 2009 at Chapel Hill
Gardens in Dade City. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial gifts be
given to the charity of your choice.
Garnet H. Coker
Coker, Garnet H., 81, of Dade
City, formerly of Hardee County,
died Tuesday, June 30, 2009.
Survivors include a daughter,
Suzanee Gagliolo (Bruce), two
sons, Jim Hughes (Lillian) &
Lewis Hughes (Winona); a
step-daughter, Cynthia "Gay"
Hickey (Richard) & a step-son,
Randy Coker; and numerous
grandchildren, great
grandchildren and great great
children. She was preceded
in death by her husband, Virl &
a son, Robert Hughes. In
lieu of flowers, donations may
be made in her memory to
Gulfside Regional Hospice.
John J. Kant
Kant, John J.,
Jr., 87, Ridge Manor, passed away, Sunday, June 28, 2009. He has lived the last
20 years in Florida, moving from Basking Ridge , NJ . He attended Rutgers
University where he earned
his
Bachelors and Masters Degrees. He was a WWII Navy veteran. He retired as an
Executive with Mutual Benefit Life. He is survived by his wife of 63 years,
Bernadette Kant; his children: John, Rochester, NY; Robert (Fran), Bedford, NH;
Douglas (Karen), Snellville, GA; Michael, Sydney, Australia; Dennis (Linda)
Rochester, NY and Karen Kant, Lutz; brother, James Kant and sister, Mary Kant,
both of New Jersey; and 6 grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be 11 am Thursday,
July 2, at St. Anne Catholic Church, Ridge Manor. Burial will follow with
Military Honors at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell , FL. The family
suggests memorial contributions to the church.
Jessie M. Railing
Railing, Jessie M., 88 of Dade
City, passed away Sunday, June
28, 2009 at her home. She was
born December 15, 1920 in
Chicago, IL and lived in Cedar
Lake, IN for 50 years before
moving to Florida 15
years
ago. She is survived by her
daughter & son-in-law: Barbara
& Donald Johnston,
grandchildren: Cynthia Jensen,
Michael & Sarah Johnston,
Kathryn & Michael Stratman,
Michelle Wireman and Angela
Johnston; great grandchildren:
Joshua, Libby, Shannon, Josalynn,
Katie, Shanaye and Danielle with
her son Braiden all of Florida,
and Crissy Reno with 2 daughters
in Indiana; step-son: Terry
Railing of Wisconsin; 3
grandchildren: Terri Clifton,
Johnny Murdock and Tammy Engle,
each with 2 children in Texas.
She was preceded in death by her
parents: Cortland & Jessie
Springer, daughter: Toni
Murdock; granddaughter: Debbie
Buey. Funeral services will be
held 2pm Thursday, July 2, 2009
at the 301 Chapel of Hodges
Family Funeral Home. The family
will receive friends for viewing
from 5-7pm Wednesday evening at
the funeral home. Interment
will follow at Chapel Hill
Gardens.
Corinne E. Sumner Peeples
Peeples, Corinne E. Sumner, 90, of Zephyrhills, FL, our beloved mother,
grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away Sunday, June 28,
2009, in the home of her son and under the care of
Gulfside
Regional Hospice. She was born February 7, 1919 in Dade City to Hughey & Annie
Sumner and moved to Zephyrhills when she married Logan C. Peeples in 1936. She
was a homemaker, cashier in the family businesses, bookkeeper, seamstress,
homeroom mother, sports fan, Sunday School Teacher at the First Baptist Church
for 60 years, wonderful cook, a faithful prayer partner and caregiver to the
sick. She was well known for her sweet Christian spirit and was guided by her
strong belief in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death
by her husband, Logan C. Peeples. She is survived by her son, Ernest L. Peeples
and wife, Jimmie; daughter, Barbara E. Miller and husband, Glenn, all of
Zephyrhills; 4 grandchildren, Floyd B. Kersey III, Vonda Davis (Bobby), Holly
Reilly (Bill), Ernest L. Peeples, Jr., 8 great grandchildren, Ben, Elisa, Taryn
and Logan Kersey, Cole and Jenna Corinne Davis, Logan and Luke Peeples. The
family will receive friends for viewing from 6-8pm Tuesday, July 30, 2009 at the
First Baptist Church of Zephyrhills. Funeral services will take place
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at 10am at the church. Interment will follow at Floral
Memory Gardens in Dade City following the funeral services. Flowers will be
accepted and memorials donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of
Zephyrhills Building Fund and Gulfside Regional Hospice.
Doris T.
Mittendorf
Mittendorf, Doris
T., 90, of Plant City and Zephryhills, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2009. She
was born March 22, 1919 in Buffalo, NY to Howard and Camilla Shaw. She is
survived by her children, David (Vickie) Crabtree, Muncey, IN; Kathleen (John)
Petrus, Plant City; stepdaughter, Barbara Crumb, Buffalo, NY; several
grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her husband, Al Mittendorf.
Visitation will
be 5 to 7 pm Wed., at 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City.
Services will be 10 am Thursday at Community Chapel Church of God, Zephyrhills
with burial at Oakside Cemetery.
Oris E. Parker
Parker,
Oris E., 79 of Dade City passed
away Monday, June 22, 2009 at
his home. He was born July 24,
1929 in Zephyrhills, FL to
Joseph F. & Hazel Grace Bell
Parker. He was a U.S. Navy
Veteran having served on the USS
Wisconsin and was a retired
salesman. Survivors include his
son: Edward J. Parker of
Lakeland, FL. A memorial
service will be held 1pm
Thursday, July 2, 2009 at the
301 Chapel of Hodges Family
Funeral Home in Dade City.
Dieter, Edward J.
Dieter, Edward J. 85 of Plant
City, FL passed away Thursday,
June 25, 2009 in Dade City under
the care of Hernando-Pasco
Hospice. He was born June 10,
1924 in Baltimore County, MD to
Nicholas J. &
Catherine
L. Reider Dieter and moved to
Plant City 61 years ago. He
owned and operated a Poultry
Farm and was a U.S. Army
Veteran. He is survived by his
son: Larry F. Dieter, Plant
City; his daughter: Brenda &
Morris Geiger, Zephyrhills; 3
siblings: Elmer A. Dieter,
Marie & Louis Beck, Joseph M. &
Ruth Dieter; 3 grandchildren:
Bobby Geiger, Jason Geiger, Amy
Dieter; and several great
grandchildren. He was preceded
in death by his wife: Earlene
Dieter, and 1 grandson: Larry
Scott Dieter. Funeral services
will be held 10am Wednesday,
July 1, 2009 at the 301 Chapel
of Hodges Family Funeral Home in
Dade City. Interment will
follow at Sunset Memory Gardens
in Thonotosassa. The family
will receive friends for viewing
from 6-8pm Tuesday evening at
the funeral home.
Chester P. Zinger
Chester
P. Zinger, 93 of Zephyrhills
passed away June 25, 2009 at his
home. He served in The United
States Army during WWII. He was
preceded in death by his first
wife, Esther Zinger and second
wife, Ann Poist, Zinger.
Survivors include, Step-daughter
Jeri Webb of Zephyrhills;
Step-sons, Jim Fischetti of
Laurel, MD, Joe Beall of
Kannapolis, NC, Jack Beall of
Laurel, MD; nephew, Jim Zinger
of California; cousin, Knight
Bailey of Port Richey, FL.
Burial will take place at a
Later date at Florida National
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers
donations may be made to
Hernando- Pasco Hospice of Dade
City, 37441 Clinton Ave 33525.
James “Jim”Schnabl
Schnabl, James “Jim”, 58 years
of Dade City, FL and former
resident of Racine and
Milwaukee, WI, passed away
suddenly, June 25, 2009. He was
born Feb. 21, 1951 in Milwaukee,
the son of Alios and Pauline
Schnabl. He was an union iron
worker, Local #8. He is
survived by his wife of 35
years, Cynthia; his children
Eraina (Richard) Weber, Pleasant
Prairie and Andrew (Josie)
Schnabl, Dade City; 2
granddaughters, Autumn and
Cynthia; and many other relative
and friends. He was preceded
in death by his son, Steven
Schnabl. Memorial services will
be announced later.
Berryhill, Robert R.
Berryhill, Robert R., 74, of
Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club,
San Antonio, FL, passed away
Saturday, June 20, 2009 at his
home. He was born August 2,
1935 in Webster City, Iowa. He
was raised
in Estherville,
Iowa. He resided in Tampa FL
for many years, Lakeview, AR,
Owatonna, MN and back to Tampa
the last 5 years. He retired as
a Claims Manager for Federated
Insurance Co. after 35 years.
He loved boating, fishing and
working in the yard. He was a
member of Community United
Methodist Church, San Antonio,
the Elks and Moose Lodges and
Tampa Cruis-a-cade. He is
survived by his wife of 51
years, Irene (Sally) Berryhill;
brother, Barry (Shirley)
Berryhill, Estherville, IA;
daughters: Debbie (Steve)
Walter, Tampa and Julie (Jim)
Loquai, Eau Galle, WI; his son,
Robert Scott Berryhill, Port
Townsend, WA; grandson, Matthew
Walter and his loyal pet,
Buddy. He has left behind many
wonderful and fun loving friends
and family. We will miss him
very much as we celebrate his
life. May he rest in peace with
his parents, Zell and Theone
Berryhill; his sister, Rita
Livezey and his brother, Harold
Berryhill. Memorial services
will be 2 p.m., Friday, June 26
at Community United Methodist
Church, San Antonio. In lieu of
flowers, please send donations
to Community United Methodist
Church, PO Box 1318, San
Antonio, FL 33576.
Evelyn Bates
Bates, Evelyn, 87 of Zephyrhills
went home to be with the Lord on
June 19, 2009 in Dade City.
Evelyn was born November 18,
1921 in Tampa, FL. She was a
member of Westside Baptist
Church and was very active in
the church throughout her life.
She is survived by her sons;
Fred Bates and Terry Bates, both
of Darby; daughter Janet
Greenberg-Smith of Wesley
Chapel; brother Robert L. Smith
of Alpena, Arkansas; 7
grandchildren and 6 great
grandchildren. A funeral
service will take place at the
301 Chapel of Hodges Family
Funeral Home Thursday June 25,
2009 at 11am with burial to take
place at Floral Memory Gardens.
The family will receive friends
beginning 2 hours prior to the
service.
Sandra Lee Maybush
Sandra Lee Maybush, 48 of Wesley
Chapel, FL passed away on June
11, 2009 under the care of
Hernando Pasco Hospice in Dade
City, FL.. Sandra was a loving,
caring mother and grandmother.
The owner of a local Wesley
Chapel Business, Sandra
succumbed to lung cancer and
will be missed but never
forgotten by all who were
fortunate enough to have known
her and been touched by her
kind, loving heart. An
accounting graduate of the
American Business Institute, she
was a Notary Public and
Bookkeeper. She is
survived by her beloved husband
and best friend of 27 years,
Mark A Maybush. Four children;
sons, Jamie Mark , Marcus Adam
and Matthew Alan Maybush and one
daughter, Melissa Z Maybush. One
grandson, Mark Andrew Maybush
II; mother, Rachel Crum; two
brothers; Joseph Mosher and
William “Bill” Mosher.
Services will be held from 5 to
7 PM on July 2 at the Mango
Church of God, 11402 Colony Hill
Dr. in Seffner FL.
Wm. “Bill” A. Fraser
Wm
“Bill” A. Fraser Jr, 62, of Wesley
Chapel passed away June 17, 2009. He
was born April 10, 1947 in
Milwaukee, WI. He served in the
United States Marine Corp from
1966-69. Survivors include wife,
Nadine; children, Stephen Fraser,
Colleen, Bridget and Cassandra Deal;
M-I-L, Virginia Russell; grand-
children, Christian Vazquez and
Abbagail Christopher. Visitation
will be 2-5PM Saturday, June 20th
and 7-9 PM Sunday, at Hodges
Family Funeral Home, 36327 Hwy 54
Zephyrhills. Burial will take place
12:30 PM Monday at Florida National
Cemetery.
Muriel Oliver
Oliver, Muriel, 89, passed away June
11, 2009 at Pond’s Edge ALF where
she resided. Muriel and her
husband Dale moved to Zephyrhills in
1979, from Deerfield Beach, Fl. She
was preceded in
death by her husband
in 1998 and her son, David Oliver in
2007. She is survived by her
daughter-in-law, Fran Oliver,
Zephyrhills, granddaughter,
Jacquelyn Ernst, Craigeburn, AU, Kim
Eldridge, Seal Beach, CA, Dale
Oliver, Blue Ridge, GA, 12 great
grandchildren, 1 great- great
granddaughter, 3 nieces living in
Cloverdale, IN and many friends.
She was dearly beloved by her family
and many friends and will be greatly
missed. She is, however, in the
arms of her Blessed Savior, Jesus
Christ, and home at last! Services
will be held at Hodges Family
Funeral Home, 36327 State Route 54,
Zephyrhills. The viewing will be
Sunday, June 21, 2009, 2:00 – 5:00
PM. A Memorial Service will be held
Monday, June 22, 2009 at 10:00 AM
also at Hodges Family Funeral Home.
Interment will follow at Florida
National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL.
Lois Elizabeth Stolleis Canaris
Canaris, Lois Elizabeth Stolleis,
MS, ARNP, of San Antonio, FL passed
away Wednesday, June 17, 2009. She
was born on December 10, 1931 in
Chicago, IL. Lois lived in
Cleveland, OH before relocating to
the
Tampa area in 1971. She graduated
from St. Johns Mercy Hospital in
1953 as a registered nurse. She
received her B.A. degree from St.
Leo’s College, her M.S. degree from
Texas Women’s University and became
a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
Lois taught nursing at the
University of Florida, Southwestern
Louisiana State, and Pasco Hernando
Community College. During her
career she has also worked at Tampa
General Poison Control Center,
Hillsborough County Health
Department, and the Kids Doctor
Clinic. She is survived by her
son: David Canaris, daughter: Lynn
Goff (John), granddaughter: Kacie
Marie Goff, sister: Dorothy Webb,
and many nieces, nephews, cousins
and close friends. Lois was a
member of St. Mary’s Episcopal
Church in Dade City. The family
suggests memorial contributions to
Gulfside Regional Hospice, 37826
Skyridge Circle, Dade City, FL
33525. Funeral services will be
held 11AM Saturday, June 20, 2009 at
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church.
Interment will follow at Sunset
Memory Gardens. The family will
receive friends for viewing from
5-8pm Friday evening at the 301
Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral
Home.
Joseph Kwiatkowski
Kwiatkowski, Joseph, 54 of Dade
City, passed away Sunday, June 14,
2009 under the care of
Hernando-Pasco Hospice. He was born
December 11, 1954 in Abington, PA to
John & Mary Alice Firth
Kwiatkowski. He is survived by his
mother: Mary Kwiatkowski; 4
siblings: Rosanne Mahaffey (Ron),
William Kwiatkowski (Sue), James
Kwiatkowski (Nancy), Patricia Matt
(Jim); and many nieces, nephews and
cousins. He was preceded in death
by his father: John Kwiatkowski,
and 2 brothers: John and Michael
Kwiatkowski. The family would like
to express their heartfelt thanks to
all of Joe’s caregivers over the
past years. A memorial service will
be held in Pennsylvania at a later
date.
Ruth Andrako
Ruth Andrako passed away at her residence in Ohio on
May 12, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph. Survived by
daughter Patricia (Gene) Bishop of Ohio. 2 Grandsons, David (Louise) Bishop of
Lakeland and Jeffrey (Chris) Bishop of Indianapolis. Also 5 Great Grandchildren
Cody, Samantha, Kyle, Jack and Eli. Resident of Zephyrhills and Dade City for
30 years. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2009 at 10:00
A.M. at Chapel Hill Gardens.
David Michael Gibson
David Michael Gibson, 49, of
Zephyrhills, died Monday, June 15,
2009 at his residence. He was born
in Tampa and moved to Pasco County
in 1988. He was a Protestant by
faith. He is survived and will be
sorely missed by his sisters: Linda
Barrile and Patricia Gibson both of
Plant City, Deborah Nelson of Dade
City; an aunt: Margie Mitchell of
Tampa; and 4 cousins, 2 nieces and 3
nephews. A gathering for family and
friends will be held in his honor
Saturday, June 21 @ 2pm at the
Nelson residence, 33718 Sickler Dr.,
Dade City.
John Riskus
Riskus,
John, 38 of Zephyrhills passed away
June 12, 2009. He was born March
22, 1971 in Naperville, IL. He had
a passion for Harleys, enjoyed golf
and fishing very much. He was also
an avid Chicago professional sports
fan. Survivors include his wife
Julie; children; Shyanne and Sydne;
parents; William, Sr. & Eloise;
brothers; Bobby and Bill; nephews;
Willie, Garrett, Dougie and Kyle;
niece Chelsey and numerous aunts,
uncles and cousins and friends. He
was also survived by his faithful
pet and companion, Payton. Services
will be held at 11:00 AM Wed, at St.
Joseph Catholic Church in
Zephyrhills. Private Viewing.
Burial will take place at Chapel
Hill Gardens.
Robert E. Van
Gundy
Van
Gundy,
Robert E.
born April 27, 1922 in Delaware, Ohio
passed away Jun 7, 2009 at Hernando
Pasco Hospice House in Dade City, FL.
He was a resident of Land O' Lakes, Florida and is survived by his wife Helen, of
Land O'Lakes, FL and daughter and
son-in-law Patsy and Ed Giles of Albany,
Georgia. Robert was a SSGT in the army
during WWII with Company C 363rd
Infantry Regiment 91st Division. He
received numerous medals including three
bronze stars and a victory medal. His
final resting place is in Florida
National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.
Stephen
L. Wheelus
Wheelus,
Stephen L. 46, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2009 after a courageous battle
with Lou Gehrig's Disease. He is survived by his parents, Henry & Jean;
brother, Tim & Sister-in-law, Jennifer, niece Alex; nephew T.J.; and numerous
aunts, uncles, cousins friends. The family will receive friends at the
funeral home, 5th Street Chapel from 4-6 p.m. with funeral services at 5 p.m. on
Saturday, June 13, 2009. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
Colonial Bank.
Schenck,
Beverly M.
Schenck,
Beverly M., 68, passed away June 9,
2009 due to Cancer. She is survived
by her three children Robin M.
Kuykendall of Zephyrhills Fl,
Dawn Bigley
of Ringoes,
NJ, and Kenneth
Schenck of Doylestown PA
along with several grandchildren and
one great grandson. She was a 25
Year
employee of Pasco Regional Hospital
of Dade City. A service will
be held at the Zephyrhills Wesleyan
Church on Saturday the 13th @ 10:00
AM located
at 20th and C Avenue. All flowers
may be sent we only request no roses
due to severe allergies.
Donnie Harold Freeman
Freeman, Donnie Harold, passed away on Friday, June
5, 2009 at Good Sheppard Hospice in Lakeland. Born in Americus, Georgia,
on June 12, 1940 and moved to Lakeland when he was 8 years old. He loved
the outdoors and his hunting dogs and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He
worked for CSX Railroad where he was a conductor. He was a member of
the First Baptist Church at the mall. He was preceded in death by his
mother , Willa Mae Freeman; his father David Freeman; and by a sister, June.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra Freeman of Kathleen; a son, David W. Freeman
of Kathleen; two sisters, Judy Joiner of Lakeland and Barber White of
Auburndale; a grandson, River Freeman; and by a niece, Ashley White of
Auburndale. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 13,
2009 with Rev. Eldridge Parrish officiating. The family will receive
friends one prior to the service. Burial will follow at Enterprise
Cemetery.
Rafuse,
Wanda Jeanette
Wanda Rafuse, 51, of Dade
City/Zephyrhills, Loving Mother,
Sister, Teacher, Mentor and friend
went home to be with her Lord on
Tuesday, June 9, 2009, after a long
illness. Wanda was preceded
in
death by her parents Ralph and Jan
Rafuse. Wanda is survived by her
son Caleb Wyatt Rafuse, who was the
light of her life and who made her
scream, and laugh everyday, her
sister Karetha Rafuse, her Brother
Ralph Rafuse, Jr., Aunts, Magalene
Grantham, and Elena McIntosh (Joe),
Uncle, Cecil Wyatt (Jean), and
numerous cousins. Wanda was born
August 7, 1957, in DeFuniak Springs,
Florida. She moved to Dade City
with her family in 1968. She was
graduated from Pasco Comprehensive
High School in 1975. She continued
her education at Florida State
University and Saint Leo University,
where she was graduated with her BS
Degree in Psychology. Wanda had a
love of learning. While working for
Vocational Rehabilitation, she went
to Montana to attend a school for
deaf/mutes, where she became
proficient in American Sign Language
– but never quite grasped the
concept of being mute. Wanda was
forever a talker, and was well known
for her story and joke telling
prowess.
After having her son Caleb, Wanda
decided that she wanted to teach
school so that she would be able to
spend more time with Caleb. She
returned to school where she got her
certification to teach every
subject, K-12, including ESE and
Civics. Wanda was recently one out
of only 23 teachers from the state
of Florida whose grant application
was approved for attendance at the
2009 Justice Teaching Institute.
This program, presented by the
Florida Supreme Court, The Florida
Bar Foundation, and The Florida Law
Related Education Association
instructed the teachers on the
Florida and National Judicial
Systems and Civics Education in
general, and was led by the Justices
of the Florida Supreme Court.
Wanda loved music! Listening to
live music was one of her favorite
activities. She enjoyed concerts
and musical theater. She served on
the Board of Directors of Arts in
Motion of Pasco, a youth Theater and
Arts education program. Wanda loved
to read, sew, and do crafts. She
also designed and created jewelry
with her sister Karetha.
Wanda was affectionately referred to
as “womb brain” by her family,
because of her uncanny ability to
retain anything she ever read or
heard. This made her an excellent
partner in Trivial Pursuit,
Jeopardy, Password, Spades, or
Canasta.
Wanda loved sweet tea, Southern
Living magazine, Paula Deen,
going to Tea Rooms, and good
southern cooking, of which Wanda was
a master (except for her biscuits –
they could be used as building
materials!) Wanda accepted Jesus as
her Lord and Savior as a teen, and
in her college years served the Lord
as a Summer Missionary for the
Southern Baptist Convention. Wanda
loved to sing, and did so for years,
in the choir of First Baptist Church
of Dade City. Wanda’s faith was
very strong and she loved sharing
her faith with others. She loved
hats and could not wait to join the
“Red Hat Ladies”. Wanda was very
gentile and forevermore a
quintessential Southern Belle.
Wanda loved her home state of
Florida and its history. A love
that had been instilled in her by
her Father and that she has passed
on to Caleb, and her students.
Wanda loved going to Homosassa
Springs and going out on air boat
tours with Captain Russ. They would
spend hours sharing and exchanging
facts about Florida and its
history. One of Wanda’s favorite
vacations was when she took Caleb to
Cross Creek, Florida where they
stayed in a historic cabin and ate
at The Yearling Restaurant. Wanda
and Caleb had read Marjorie Kinnan
Rawling’s novel Cross Creek
together.
Wanda loved watching Public
television and listening to National
Public Radio. Her favorite radio
shows being Car Talk, with Click and
Clack, and The Prairie Home
Companion. She was a staunch
Democrat and watched all of the
political shows on Sunday mornings,
often taping them so that she could
attend church. She enjoyed debating
intensely her political views with
her late Uncle Hayward. They joked
with each other that on election
days, they would always cancel each
other out. Now that battle
continues in their eternal home.
Even though Wanda had been battling
illness for the last two years she
continued fighting to lead a normal
life, enjoying her family, friends,
and her job teaching and mentoring
her students, who she loved dearly.
Wanda faced death as she lived life,
with dignity and grace.
Her family will receive friends at
Hodges Family Funeral Home 301
chapel on Friday, June 12, 2009 from
6pm to 8pm. Funeral Services will
be held Saturday, June 13, 2009 at
10am at the First Baptist Church in
Dade City. Burial will follow at
Chapel Hill Gardens.
Howard
“John” Burke
Burke,
Howard “John”, 57, Zephyrhills, June 5,
2009. Survived by his wife, Pamela;
children: John, Theresa, Sierra &
Michael; mother, Margaret.
Eva Annie Harris
Harris, Eva
Annie, 101 of Lacoochee, FL passed away
Sunday, June 7, 2009 at her home. She was
born August 27, 1907 in Webster, FL to
Robert & Alice Green Johnson and was a
lifelong area resident. She was a homemaker
and a member of Oak Ridge Missionary Baptist
Church. She is survived by her children:
Walter H. Harris, James W. Harris, Juanita
L. Chase; half sister: Daisy Spence; and
numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren
and great great grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by one son: Clarence E.
Harris. Funeral services will be held 2pm
Thursday, June 11, 2009 at the 301 Chapel of
Hodges Family Funeral Home. Interment will
follow at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in
Webster. The family will receive friends
for viewing from 5-7pm Wednesday evening at
the funeral home.
James L. Hall
Hall, James L. , 74, of Dade
City
passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2009 at Pasco
Regional Medical Center. A native of
Oregon, he moved to this area in 2004.
He was a retired engineer. Survivors
include three children, David L. Hall of
Goodyear, AZ, Julie D. Hall of Hillsborough,
NC and Cynthia Jo Powell of West Orange, NJ;
five grandchildren; a sister, Margaret
McCraft-Stiles of San Clemente, CA; and a
sister-in-law, Elneta Hall of Tampa.
Sellers,
Cleveland “Smokey”
Sellers, Cleveland “Smokey”, 89 of Ridge
Manor, passed away peacefully Thursday
evening, June 4, 2009 at his home
surrounded by his family and under the
care of Hernando-Pasco Hospice. He was
born
January
25, 1920 in Sampson, AL to John Elery &
Lela Ola Mitchell Sellers and moved to
the Ridge Manor area 10 years ago from
Dade City. He was a retired truck
driver and a Baptist. He is survived by
his wife of 39 years: Bell Sellers,
Ridge Manor; 4 children: Candi & Todd
Hall, Ridge Manor, Denise & Mark
Sheffield, Dade City, John & Cathy
Sellers, Tallahassee, and Ronald. He is
also survived by 9 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 11am
Monday, June 8, 2009 at the 301 Chapel
of Hodges Family Funeral Home.
Interment will follow at Florida
National Cemetery in Bushnell. The
family will receive friends one hour
prior to service time.
Dorothy I. Botsford Cox
Dorothy I. Botsford Cox, 83, passed away on
June 3, 2009 at Hospice in Dade City, FL.
She was born in Martville, NY on December
17, 1925, and was a resident of Cato, NY for
many years. She married Clifford H .
Bostford on April 18, 1944. They both
worked for the Schuler's Potato Chip
Factory. Dorothy later worked at the Cato
Show Printing Co. until it closed. They
sold their Cato home in the late l980's and
moved to Zephyrhills, FL. Dorothy was
preceded in death by her parents, Bert and
Marjorie Switzer, her husbands Clifford
Botsford and James Cox. Dorothy enjoyed
crocheting & gave away many lovely afghans.
She was an ardent reader and enjoyed her
cat, Honey. She had a great memory and
history of Cato. It was a joy visiting with
her. She is survived by a son, Ty Botsford
of FL., a daughter, Averil Schenak of
Auburn, seven grandchildren, a brother,
Harold Switzer, Pennellville, NY., and two
nephews. A graveyard service for Dorothy
and Clifford will be held at the Cato Union
Hill Cemetery at a later date.Arrangements
entrusted to Hodges Family Funeral Home,
14046 Fifth St., Dade City, FL., 33525
Leon
D.
Hamilton
Hamilton,
Leon D., 84 of Zephyrhills, FL passed away
Sunday, May 31, 2009 in Dade City under the
care of Gulfside Regional Hospice. He was
born August 26, 1924 in Detroit, MI. He was
a veteran
of
the US Coast Guard and a member of the
Masonic Lodge. He was a resident of the
Clearwater/Largo area where he owned and
operated the Service Master carpet and
furniture cleaning business. He moved to
Zephyrhills 20 years ago. He is survived by
4 children: Donna Hamilton, Newberry, MI,
Ron Hamilton, Bradenton, FL, Steve Hamilton,
Indianapolis, IN; Debra Hughes, Spring Hill,
FL; his special friend: Mary Wilson,
Zephyrhills, FL; 6 grandchildren and 3 great
grandchildren.
LTC. Bela A.
Szabo III
LTC. Bela A. Szabo III,
66, U.S. Army retired, of Brooksville, Fl.,
left this life Monday June 1, 2009 at
Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg.
Born in Rahway New Jersey to Bela A. and
Leora T.
Szabo
II, he moved to Arvada, Co. later in life
and traveled extensively in his 25 years of
proud service to his country. He was a
Vietnam Veteran, a member of the Republican
Party, the Clayton County
Chamber of Commerce,
Veteran's of Foreign Wars, the American
Legion, the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish
rite, and the Harley Owners Group. He
retired to Jonesboro, Ga, and later moved to
Largo Fl. in 2000 and Brooksville in 2005.
He was preceded in death by his parents Bela
A., II, Leora T. and his eldest son, Bela
Szabo. He is survived by his wife of 6 and a
half years: Kayci Szabo; 3 children: Leigh
F. Szabo of Tuttle, Ok., Jessica M. Szabo of
Tuttle Ok., Thomas G. Lewis of Lehigh Acres,
Fl; 1 brother: Douglas Szabo of Arvada, Co;
4 beautiful grandsons and many other close
family and friends. He was a strong guiding
light for all who knew him and he wanted
nothing more than to enjoy the happiness of
today for we do not know what tomorrow may
bring. He will be deeply missed by all.
Rosetta St. Martin
Rosetta St. Martin 92, of Zephyrhills,
formerly of Tampa passed away June 2, 2009.
She is survived by her daughters, Marion
(John) Allen, Shirl Ketterer, Joann Shepker;
son, Richard (Janet) St. Martin; 9
grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren;
sister, Dolores Brown. A Memorial Service
will be held at Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran
Church, 304 Druid Hills, Temple
Terrace, Saturday, June 6, 2009, at 11:00
AM. Internment will follow at Hillsboro
Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers
donations may be made to Christ Our Redeemer
Memorial Fund or Hernando Pasco Hospice.
Hart, Jack Norman
Hart,
Jack Norman, 71, of Trilby, passed away May 10, 2009. He was born March
26, 1938 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Elwood and Thelma Hart. He served in
the US Army and Air Force. He is survived by his wife: Sheila Hart
of the home and son, Steven Jacks. Graveside services with military honors
will be 2:30 Friday, June 5 at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida.
Kenneth Lee Watts
WATTS, Kenneth Lee,
went home on May 30, 2009, after a long and heroic battle. Kenneth was retired
from the U.S. Navy and a former school teacher for Pasco County. He was born April 29, 1940, in
Gracey,
Ky., son of the late C.B. and Amy
(Hardy) Watts. He is survived by his fiancee,
Loretta Lindow; two sons, Kenneth Wayne (Debra) Watts of Pembroke, Ky. and
Bryant J. "B.J." Watts of Muskegon, Mich.; two daughters, Cassandra Watts
of Hopkinsville. Ky. and Dawn (Charles)
Westfall, all of Great Valley, N.Y.; five grand-children;
two great-grand-children; stepchildren, Debra (Paul) Lisinski of Twin Lake,
Mich., Lorraine (J.R Soward) Chabre of Zephyrhills, Fla., Jo Ann (Eugene)
Gervais of Webster, Fla., Nancy Boucher of Greene, Maine, Patsy (Joe)
Zahnd of Indianapolis, Ind., and Ann Gilleland of
Lewiston, Maine. He was predeceased
by two brothers, Ralph Douglas Watts and Earl Perkins Watts; and a stepson,
Donald St. Pierre. Kenneth was the quartermaster for Ridge Manor Veterans of
Foreign War Post #7256, for eleven years, and the administrator for Dade City
Moose Lodge 397 for three and half years. Pops will be greatly missed by all.
Services will take place at
10 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2009, at
the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, with the burial to follow at
Florida
National Cemetery.
THOMAS (T.P.) VALDEZ
VALDEZ, THOMAS (T.P.), 74, of Ridge
Manor, Fl, passed in peace on Friday, May
29, 2009 to join with Frannie for all of
Eternity. He was born in Miami, Fl on August
31, 1934 to Philip and Claudine Valdez.
T.P.
was a
US Navy Veteran serving on the USS Midway as
an Aviation Machinist during the Korean War.
He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W.
T.P. And Frannie owned and opeerated
"Jackie's Pub" in Ridge Manor for many years
and will be most remembered for their great
cooking and wonderful hospitality.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife
of 53 years Frannie. He leaves his three
children; Thomas Valdez Jr., James (Pat)
Valdez, Jackie Valdez & Bernie McKendree.
Two grandchildren; Thomas (Brandi) Valdez
III and Robert Smith. Two great
grandchildren; Broc and Blayne Valdez. To
Honor his memory a memorial service will be
held at the Florida National Cemetery in
Bushnell on Monday, June 8, 2009 at 11:00 am
followed by a celebration at the Valdez
residence.
Harriette Woodward
Hansberger
Hansberger,
Harriette Woodward, 79 of Zephyrhills, passed away Monday, May 25, 2009 in Dade
City. She was born November 29, 1929 in Jacksonville, FL to Harry Oscar
and Margaret Smith Woodward and moved to Zephyrhills 15 years ago from Lakeland.
She was a homemaker and a former member of All Saint’s Episcopal Church where
she served as Altar Guild Directress, E.C.W. President, active with the Choir
and St. Margaret’s Guild. She also served as their volunteer receptionist.
She was a member of St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Zephyrhills and
dedicated her life to loving and supporting her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years: Bill Hansberger; 3 daughters:
Ellen H. Palmer, Zephyrhills, Anne H. Wice, Zephyrhills, Sarah H. Huff, Bangor,
ME; 1 sister: Katherine W. Munday, Lakeland; 7 grandchildren and 10 nieces
and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date at St.
Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Zephyrhills. In lieu of flowers, the
family request donations in her memory to either Hernando-Pasco Hospice or St.
Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church.
Sofia Anderson
Sofia Anderson of Zephyrhills passed away
May 23, 2009. She was born June 26, 1926 in
Bamberg, Germany. She was preceded in death
by her husband Leland of 53 years. She is
survived by her daughter, Nancy O’Neill of
Portsmouth, NH; grandson, Joe O’Neill of N
Berwick, ME; nephew, Herbert(Hedwig) Thomas
of Germany; niece, Karen Hutchinson of
Cumberland, ME and special cat, Digger.
Sophie was the owner of Sophie’s beauty shop
in Eloit, ME before moving to Cumberland
then to Zephyrhills in 1984. She enjoyed
traveling all over the US in their home on
wheels for many years. She was a member of
the Moose Club #2276, a life time member of
Ladies Auxiliary VFW and she was active in
many functions. She loved to Knit and
Crochet and donated to many organizations.
Services will take place 11 AM Monday, June
1st at Florida National Cemetery
A gathering in memory of Sophie will be held
at 35043 McCulloughs LP following Services.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to
Hernando Pasco Hospice, 37445 Clinton Ave.
Dade City, Fl 33525
Bernice E. Forrester “Bernie”
Bernice E. Forrester “Bernie” passed away
May 21, 2009 at Hernando Pasco Hospice. She
was born June 14, 1920 in Toronto, Canada.
She moved to St Petersburg, Fl with her
husband Sydney and daughter, Patricia in
1958. She has been in Zephyrhills since the
early 1980’s. She was preceded in death by
her baby son, Bobby and loving husband,
Sydney. Survivors include, daughter,
Patricia (Brian) Wenck of Wesley Chapel, Fl;
grandson; Martin Wenck of Tampa, Fl;
granddaughters, Tricia (Darrin) Miller of
Tampa, Fl and Jude (Peter) Macera of
Kissimmee, Fl; great grandchildren, Krystal
Burnett, Krystin Muller, Breisja and Makana
Macera; brother, Frank Gordon; sister Eldora
Rilley and also nieces and nephews . She
loved all of her family dearly. She will be
forever missed with her loving ways and will
be forever remembered by all. A memorial
service and celebration of her life will be
held 2 Pm Sunday, May 31st at
Hodges Family Funeral Home, 35327 Hwy 54,
Zephyrhills, Fl 33541. In lieu of
flowers donations may be made to
Hernando Pasco Hospice, 37445 Clinton Ave.
Dade City, Fl 33525.
Ann L. Campbell
Campbell,
Ann L., 72, Dade City, FL, passed away
Monday, May 25, 2009. She was born
March 2, 1937 in Waltam, MA to Harold and
Alice Johnson. She has lived in
Florida since 1956. She is survived by her
husband of 55 years, Larry Campbell; her
children: Mark L. (Brenda) Campbell,
Matthew P. (Donna) Campbell and Scott H.
Campbell, all of Dade City; her gramma to:
Brett M., Wesley P., Jackson R., Megan L.
and Stephen L. Campbell and great gramma to
Gabriel Campbell. Visitation will be 5
to 7 pm Wed at the 301 Chapel of Hodges
Family Funeral Home, Dade City.
Funeral Services will be 1 pm Thursday at
the funeral home with interment to follow at
Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.
Joyce Walters
Walters, Joyce, 73 of Dade City, passed away
Saturday, May 24, 2009. She was born
June 29, 1935. She was a retired Civil
Deputy for Pasco Sheriffs Department.
She is survived by children: Rebecca
Hansen, Riverview, FL; Barry Seagle, Dade
City; Cindy Weidemann, Tampa; Michael
Seagle, Cary, NC and Loretta Menendez,
Land O Lakes; 7 grandchildren and 3 great
grandchildren. In lieu of flowers,
memorial contributions may be made to
Hernando Pasco Hospice.
Sandra C. “Sandy” Head
Head, Sandra C. “Sandy”, 68, Dade City, FL,
passed away, Sunday, May 24, 2009 at her
home surrounded by her family. She was
born April 20, 1941 in Zephyrhills to
Clifton and Ellen Craig. She
retired
from Withlacoochee River Electric as a
computer operator. She is survived by
her husband of 35 years, William E. Head;
her children: Debbie (Mike) Arendt,
Tampa; Rebecca Alvarez, Tampa; Cynthia
Comer, Orlando; Brian Scott Head, New Port
Richey; Janet (Mike) Kromer, Tampa; James
(Dawn) Head, Hollywood; her siblings:
Curtis Craig, Tallahassee and Martha Lynn,
Patterson, GA; grandmother to Jon,
Chris, Cory, Jordan, Adrian, Erica, Lance,
Skylar, Tara, Justin, Christina, Alison, and
Christopher; great grandmother to Ashlyn and
Logan. Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Wed.,
May 27 at
5th Street Chapel of
Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City.
Funeral services will be 4 pm., Thursday at
301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral
Home, Dade City. Interment will follow
at Chapel Hill Gardens.
May
Florence Sparkman Driggers
Driggers, May Florence Sparkman, 94,
of Riverview, formerly of Dade City and originally of McShan, AL, died Friday,
May 22, 2009. Survivors include one son, Rodney C. (Irvanna) Driggers,
grandsons Daniel (Stephanie) and Matthew (Jocelyn) Driggers, and great
grandchildren Danica, Brittney, Sammantha, Britten, Colden, Logan, Aidan, Taylor
and Emily. She is also survived by sisters Margaret Bland, Ann Willis, and
Beth (Verm) Robinette and numerous nieces and nephews. May enjoyed painting,
sewing, reading and shopping. A Memorial Service will take place at the
Funeral Home on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, you may
make a donation in her honor to LifePath Hospice.
Glen
Earl Landon
Landon, Glen
Earl, 77, of Dade City, died Thursday, May
21, 2009. Survivors include his wife
of 44 years, Wanda; 2 daughters, Diane
McCart and Donna Landon, a son Steven Landon
a grandson, Christopher Landon, all of Dade
City; and a step-son, Scott Rucker of Ohio.
The family will receive friends at the
funeral home from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, May
26. Funeral services will be held
Wednesday, May 27 at 11:00 a.m. at the
funeral home. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion
Cemetery.
Janet
Helen Gaedt Fremlin
Janet Helen Fremlin born Dec 26, 1928 in
Milford MI. died peacefully in her sleep on
May 18, 2009 in Dade City, FL. She was
predeceased by mother, Margaret Middleton
Gaedt-Irvin; and father Ernest L. Gaedt. She
is survived and loved by her brother Raymond
Ernest Gaedt of Fowlerville MI, her son and
daughter-in-law Michael Jon Fremlin and
Karen J. Jenkins of Dade City FL, daughter
Cherie Fremlin Bianco of Chicago IL,
grandchildren Lisa Fremlin Weiss of Chicago
IL, Maria Christina Bianco of Los Angeles
CA, Anthony Austin Bianco of Chicago IL,
Moria MacConnell-Lee of Corona CA, and Janel
Pavek-Richey of Dade City FL,
great-grandchildren Lynsey A. Lee, Phoenix
T. Lee, Adysun Angela Richey, and Abygayle
Stella RIchey, and 8 great- and great-grand
nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service
will be held on Sunday, June 21, 2009 at
Hodges Family Funeral Home, Fifth Street
Chapel, Dade City at 3 p.m.
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Lucille Marie Parker
Lucille M. Parker, born June 17, 1924 and passed
away May 21, 2009. Lucille was a life long resident of Dade City.
Her family is a pioneer family of the area, moving here in the 1800's. She
worked for the Pasco County School Board in the lunch room of the Dade City
Grammar School for 30 years. Lucille was a devoted daughter, sister, wife,
mother, aunt and beloved Grandma. She will be deeply missed by her family.
She is survived by her daughter, Mary Alice Miller; a son Larry (Nancy) Parker;
three sisters Dena Connell, Lois Cash and Rosalee Yates; one sister-in-law,
Juanita McMillan; her grandchildren, Greg (Diana) Stailey, Kathy Stailey, Jon (Krisha)
Parker, David (Terri) Parker; her great grandchildren, Jessica Stailey, Parker
and Kaylee Capparelli, Madeline, Courtney, and Lucy Parker, Chris (Bridget)
Calkins and Samantha Moore; one great great granddaughter, Aliza Slailey-Luiz;
three step grandchildren, Lisa, Karen and Larry Scott; many nieces and nephews;
and her extended family at Heritage Park Nursing Home. Lucille was
predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Comer, her parents Bethel and Alice
McMillan, her sister Carrie Mae Dawson, her brothers, Leon and J.B. "Dub"
McMillan ; and son-in-law, Larry Miller. The family will receive friends
at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. on Monday, May 25, 2009. Funeral
services will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 11:00 a.m.
with Rev. Willard Sessoms officiating. Burial will follow at Chapel Hill
Gardens.
Steven D. Berei Sr.
Steven D. Berei Sr., 90, died peacefully, May 19, 2009 at
Hernando Pasco Hospice House in Dade City, FL. He was a long
time resident of Zephyrhills, FL and originally an Illinois
native. He served in the Navy during
WWII.
Steve was a respected construction superintendent for
Lindquist Construction Co and an active member of the
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dixon, IL. He was an Amboy
District School board member for 30 years and was a lifetime
member of the VFW in Dixon. After moving to Florida, he
served as President of the Casa Del Sol Homeowners Assoc.
and was involved in early park development. He belonged to
Atonement Lutheran Church in Wesley Chapel, FL. He was
preceded in death by his first wife, Mabel King Berei.
Survivors include his wife, Pat Berei; son, Steve Berry;
daughters, Diane Harden and Lynn Barton; step children,
Linda Hannappel and Dennis Lane and families of all,
including 27 grandchildren and great grandchildren. A
Memorial Service will be held 11:00 Am Wednesday, May 27th
at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 36327 Hwy 54, Zephyrhills, Fl
33541. A pot luck luncheon will follow at 12:30 PM in the
Casa Del Sol club house in Zephyrhills. Memorial
contributions can be sent to: Hernando Pasco Hospice, 37441
Clinton Ave, Dade City, FL 33525 or Atonement Lutheran
Church, 29617 SR 54, Wesley Chapel, FL.
Percy C. Morgan
Percy C. Morgan,
69, of Zephyrhills passed away May 19, 2009 at Hernando-
Pasco Hospice in Dade City. He was born October 31, 1939 in
Suffern, NY. He is survived by his loving family.
Carmela LoBalbo
Carroccetto
Carroccetto,
Carmela LoBalbo, 86 of San Antonio , FL , passed
away Saturday, May 16, 2009 at her home. She was born October 24, 1922 in
San Fratello , Sicily to Alfio & Rosa Maria
Bosco LoBalbo and moved to this area 3 years ago. She was a homemaker and
a member of St. Anthony of Padua . She is
survived by her husband, Cirino Carroccetto, San Antonio, FL; sons, Ben
(Maria) Carroccetto, Easton, PA and Al (Susan)
Carroccetto, San Antonio, FL; grandchildren: Bettina, Charles & Alfio
Carroccetto, Tampa, FL, Carmelina (Mario)
Lombardi, Easton, PA. Services held at St. Anthony of Padua, San Antonio,
FL with entombment at Chapel Hill Gardens Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Pasco Hernando Hospice of Dade
City, FL.
Robert William Currin
Robert
Wm. Currin, 87 of Spring Lake Florida died May 14th at the Hospice Care
Center Brooksville Florida. Born and raised in Park Slope, Brooklyn N.Y.
June 25, 1921. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Frieda
Aline Currin, and their son Robert Brian Currin. He is survived by his
daughter Barbara Aline Gonsalves Currin. Robert worked for the defense
dept. during WWII and retired from security. He previously resided in Lutz
and Oldsmar. In the last year he enjoyed Friday nights dancing at the
Spring Hill VFW Post 10209. Funeral Mass at St Francis Cabrini on
Tuesday May 26th at 1 PM. Donations
to Hernando Pasco Hospice in lieu of flowers.
William Irvin Southerland
 William Irvin Southerland,
91 of Tampa passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at his home. He was born August
6, 1917 in Gravelswitch, KY to Lucian and Ethel Southerland. He was a Para-trooper in the United States
Army and was honorably discharged. He worked as a dock master for shipping
company called Tampa Drydock and Ship Repair for many years. He was preceded in
death by his wife, Irene Southerland; son, William ;Southerland Jr and Gee Gee
Falkner. Survivors include children, Marvalene (Edward) Singleton of Woodbine,
GA, Ruby (JR) Foxworth of Vernon, FL, Darlene Reed of Tampa, FL, MiMi (Bill)
Willis of Preston, MD, Sparky Marshall Falkner of Tampa; daughter-in-law, Nadine
Southerland of Tampa, FL; 33 grandchildren; 72 great grandchildren;
45 great great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held 3 PM Sunday, May
17th at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 36327 Hwy 54, Zephyrhills, Fl. 33541. In
lieu of flowers family suggest donations to Life Path Hospice, 12973 Telecom
Parkway, Suite 100, Temple Terrace, Fl 33637.
John S. Cawley
Cawley, John S., Jr., 85 years, Dade City, passed away
Saturday, May 9, 2009. He was born March 12, 1924 in
Schenectady, NY. He moved to Florida 25 years ago.
He was a retired rural letter carrier. He is survived
by his wife of 62 years, Alice Cawley; his children:
Karen (Tom) Geisinger, Zephyrhills and Stephen (Dawn)
Cawley, Ilion, NY; his grandchildren: Gary Hempling, Ilion,
NY and Shawn Hempling, Crowley, TX and 2 great
granddaughters, Sarena and Sabrina Hempling; 2
brother-in-laws, 3 sister-m-laws, a niece and 2 nephews.
Graveside services were held Friday at Florida National
Cemetery, Bushnell.
Lydia Bank
Bank, Lydia, 41, Dade City,
went to be with the Lord on Sunday evening, May 10th
at Pasco Regional Hospital after a long and difficult
struggle with cancer. Lydia was born in 1968 in
Aurora, IL the oldest of three children born to Zig and
Terry Krawiec. Lydia was a registered nurse with a
Masters Degree from Barry University and worked in
Hospice. Lydia is survived by her son, John;
husband, Ed; her parents, sister and brother, as well as
a large close family. Visitation will be 4 to 8 pm
Wed., at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 301 Chapel, Dade
City. Funeral Mass will be 10 am Thursday at St.
Rita Catholic Church, Dade City.
Patricia Joan
Sanders
Patricia
Joan Sanders, 76, of
Zephyrhills passed away May 11, 2009 with her son by her side. She lost her
brave and courageous battle to cancer. She was born in Michigan City, IN to Fred
and Lucille Peck. Some of her enjoyments included playing bingo and going to
Biloxi. She was a member of Sweet Water Park bingo in Zephyrhills. Survivors
include son, Dale Sanders; daughter, Tina Cain; grandchildren, Ashley and Adam
Cain. Funeral Services will be 11 AM Thursday, May 14, 2009 at Hodges Family
Funeral Home, 36327 Hwy 54, Zephyrhills. Burial will follow at Oakside Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to H. Lee Moffit Cancer Center. The
Family would like to give a special Thank You to all the nurses and doctors at
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center for all the kindness and care.
Jerry
Micheal Roberts
Rober ts,
Jerry Micheal, 38, of Webster, FL passed away Tuesday, May
12, 2009 at Pasco Regional Medical Center in Dade City.
He was born August 13, 1970 in Dade City to Daniel Eugene
Roberts Jr. & Patsy Anne Fugate Roberts and was a lifelong
area resident. He was a graduate of Pasco Comprehensive
High School in Dade City and worked as a machinist. He
was a US Army Veteran and a member of the VFW. He is
survived by his wife: Carrie Ellen Schuster Roberts;
his children: Holly Roberts, Jerry Roberts Jr.; his
father: Daniel Eugene Roberts Jr.; his mother:
Patsy Anne Leslie; 3 brothers: Daniel Eugene Roberts
III, Matthew Scott Leslie, William James Thompson; his
grandmothers: Evelena Roberts, Ellon Fugate; and
several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services
will be held 7pm Thursday, May 14, 2009 at the 301 Chapel of
Hodges Family Funeral Home in Dade City. The family
will receive friends for viewing from 5-7pm Thursday evening
at the funeral home. Interment will take place at
Florida National Cemetery with military honors.
Flowers will be gratefully accepted or those that wish may
make donations to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Edna
Fostina Bauknight
Edna Fostina Bauknight,
92, of Lacoochee, went home to be with her Lord on
Tuesday, May 12, 2009. A native Floridian, she was
a sectionizer for Lykes and later Kraft Foods. She
was an active member of the First Baptist Church of
Lacoochee and taught Sunday School for over 50 years.
Survivors include Dorothy Burnsed, Mary "Kitty" DuPree,
Libby Boyett, Roy Miner and James Miner; and numerous
great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be
held at 2 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church of
Lacoochee with Pastor Eldridge Parrish officiating.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the
service at the church. Burial will follow at New
Hope Cemetery in Nobleton.
Dorothy M. Kohnenkamp
Dorothy M. Kohnenkamp of Sun City Center, FL, 78,
formally of New Tampa, FL and Carlstadt, NJ died of
several complications from surgery including kidney &
heart failure on May 6, 2009. Dorothy had been involved
with the Carlstadt Volunteer Fire Department’s Ladies
Auxiliary and Carlstadt’s Civil Defense. Dorothy
moved with her husband to New Tampa, FL in 1989 and
moved to Sun City Center in 2004. Dorothy enjoyed
spending time with her family, especially her
grandchildren. She also enjoyed her dog and cats
that she’s had over the years. Other interests
were playing bingo and taking trips to Atlantic City,
NJ, Las Vegas, NV and Biloxi, MS. She is survived
by her husband: Richard of Sun City Center, FL; her son,
daughter-in-law and 2 grandchildren: Rick, Leslie, Ryan
& Kaitlin of Lakeland, FL; her brothers: Edward Mordenti
of Hawley, PA, Daniel Mordenti of Spring Hill, FL, and
Joseph Mordenti of Las Vegas, NV; her step-daughter
Diane Kent & family of Bloomfield, NJ; her step-son
Richard DeLany & family of Gonzales, TX. She was
predeceased by her stillborn daughter: Teresa and her
parents: Dominick and Anna Mordenti. A Funeral
Service will be held on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 11 am at
the Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 702 Valley Forge
Boulevard, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Internment
will be at Chapel Hill Gardens in Dade City, FL.
Mary Judith
"Judi" Schambeau Hall
Hall, Mary Judith "Judi"
Schambeau, died Sunday, May 10, 2009. She was born
Jan. 26, 1953 in Tampa. Her parents were Gerald
and Mary Barthle Schambeau. Judi was a CNA
certified nurse assistant. She is survived by her
husband, Steve Hall; two brothers and their wives,
Gerald V. "Jerry" and Betty Schambeau of San Antonio and
Joseph B. "Skip" and Leone Schambeau of Dade City;
step-son and wife John and Courtney Hall and daughter
Bella of Myrtle Beach, SC; and step-daughter and her
husband Cassy and Bill Byers and their two children
Zachery and Jacob of Holden Beach , NC. A
celebration of life Mass will be celebrated at 10:00
a.m. Friday, May 15 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic
Church in San Antonio. Donations can be made in
her memory to St. Anthony School.
Thelma O. Harris
Harris, Thelma O., 101, went
home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at
Royal Oak Nursing Center. She was born in Ft.
Wayne, IN on May 18, 1907. She came to Florida in
the early 1940's and settled in San Antonio where she
was very active in the Methodist Church. She is
survived by two nieces, Bonita Baker of Indiana and
Marilyn Lieber of Kentucky. A Memorial service
will be held on May 18, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the United
Community Methodist Church in San Antonio.
Faye Valez
Faye Velez, 65, of Zephyrhills passed away May 9, 2009 at
her son’s home. She was born November 2, 1943 in
Arcadia, Florida to Robert and Loraine Williamson. She
retired from Lykes Pasco after over 20 years. Some of her
enjoyments included cooking, sewing and spending time with
her grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She loved her
vacations to the Smokey Mountains. She was known as the
perpetual caregiver to those around her. She was preceded in
death by her father, Eugene Felts; brother, Robert
Williamson and sister, Edwina Edge. Survivors include son,
Ralph (Beth) Velez of Zephyrhills; grandchildren, Kyle and
Kayla Velez of Zephyrhills; mother, Loraine Felts of
Zephyrhills; sister, Jerrie (John) Greschuk of Lakeland;
brothers, David (Gail) Williamson of Lacoochee; Eddie
(Madonna) Williamson of Zephyrhills, Frank (Parilea) Felts
of San Antonio and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A
Memorial Service will be held 11Am Saturday, May 16,
2009 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 36327 Hwy 54
Zephyrhills, Fl.
Pumfrey, Ronald
Pumfrey, Ronald died Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at Hernando Pasco
Hospice in Dade City. Cremation has taken place. Services
will be held in Michigan at a later date.
Pilkington, William Roy
Pilkington, William Roy, 85
of Zephyrhills, passed away May 3, 2009 in Dade City.
He was born March 16, 1924 in Nashville, TN and moved to
this area 10 years ago from Dunedin. He was self
employed in the Carpet and Flooring Industry. He is
survived by his loving
family.
Arle “Speed” May
Arle “Speed” May, 92,
died Thursday, April 30th, 2009. He was
born in Perryville, Missouri and raised in North Judson, IN.
A US Army Veteran, he was stationed in San Antonio, Fla, in
when he met
his
future wife,
Mary
Jones. They were married on January 12, 1942. He
was a farmer in North Judson , and was a Township Trustee
and served on the School Board. He was a Charter
member of the American Legion Post in North Judson and was
active in the Knights of Columbus. He retired in 1981,
moving to San Antonio, Florida and was a former City
Commissioner. He is survived by his wife of 67 years,
Mary; his children and their spouses, Ron and Shelia May of
GA, Phil and Sue May of IN, Randy May of Fla., Arlene and
Glenn Hughes of Texas; 7 grandchildren; and 7 great
grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held
at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in San Antonio at
10:30 a.m. on May 16, 2009. Burial is private at
Florida National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make
donations in his name to St. Anthony Parochial School or to
Hernando-Pasco Hospice.
Bessie L. Budd
Bessie L. Budd 83, of Tampa, passed away May 5, 2009 at
Heritage Park Care Center in Dade City. She was born July
27, 1925 in Tampa, FL to Barney and Iva Tindale. She was
preceded in death by her beloved husband of over 40 years,
Rev.Louis Budd. She is survived by her loving family
which include, son, Tommy (Dorothy) Budd; daughter, Cathy
(Brian) Caufield; 4 grandsons; 3 great grand children;
sister, Pearl Collins; nephew, Daniel Collins.
Veronica Dee
"Vonnie," Roberts
ROBERTS, Veronica Dee "Vonnie,"
48, of Dade City, Fla., passed away Saturday, May 2, 2009,
at her home. She was born November 11, 1960, in San
Francisco, Calif.,
to
Curtis Emory and Donna Christy Roberts, and moved to Dade
City when she was five years old. Vonnie graduated from
Pasco High School in 1978. She received her nursing degree
in Panama City in 1981 and later received her Bachelors of
Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida. She
was a night supervisor at Pasco Regional Medical Center. She
loved horses as a child and continued that love as an adult,
taking Parelli courses in training. She was preceded in
death by her father, Emory Roberts. She is survived by her
sons, Mickey Bearden and Zackery Scott; stepson, Billy
Scott; stepdaughter, Keilyn Scott; grandsons, Aiden Bearden
and Braden Scott; and future daughter-in-law, Stacie
McCormick. She is also survived by her mother, Donna
Roberts; sister, Cindy Barthle; brothers, Steven and Stacey
Roberts, Craig and Susan Roberts and Gregg and Deana
Roberts. She loved and was loved by many nieces, nephews,
aunts, uncles and cousins, not only from this area but from
New York to Texas. Funeral services will take place 11 a.m.
Friday, May 8, 2009, at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family
Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery.
Family members will receive friends for viewing from 6-8
p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Flowers will be
gratefully accepted, or those that wish, may make donations
in her memory to her children' s educational fund, the
nursing scholarship, or a charity of your choice.
Gerald L. "Jerry"
Spalding
Spalding,
Gerald L. "Jerry", 78, of Dade City, passed away Friday, May
1, 2009 at Royal Nursing Care Center. A native of
Michigan, he moved to this area in 1973. He was an
auto upholsterer and was of the Catholic faith.
Survivors include four children, Rick Freeland of
Jacksonville, Shawn Mull of Hilton Head, S.C., Rochelle
Baker of Trilby and Ryan Spading of Perry, Fla.; two
sisters, Elva Kerr and Joyce Keys, both from Michigan; eight
grandchildren; and twenty five great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife, Betty and two sons, Rocky
and Rusty.
William
R. Burriss
Burriss, William R., 77 of
Dade City passed away Sunday, April 26, 2009 at his home.
He was born August 29, 1931 in Detroit, MI to William R. &
Ruth Hall Burriss and moved to this area 17 years ago from
Dearborn Heights, MI. He was an Inspector for General
Motors and a member of the U.A.W. He is survived by
his daughter: Deborah Burriss, Ocala, FL; his son:
William Richard Burriss, Romulus, MI; one stepson:
Ronald Burriss, Bradenton, FL; and 4 grandchildren.
William E. Cannon
Cannon, William E., 44, Wesley Chapel, passed away Friday,
May 1, 2009. He was born May 18, 1964. He is
survived by his wife, Joyce; his children: Kristina,
Heather, Kimberly, William, Jr. “Billy”, Victoria and Devin;
his father, Felton (Jean) Cannon; his mother, Carolyn
(Richard) Rhody; his siblings, Tammy, Linda, Fred, Greg and
Char-lynn; his grandparents, Leroy and Clara Gerhart.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 pm., Monday, May 4, 2009 at Hodges
Family Funeral Home, Zephyrhills. Funeral will be 1 pm
Tuesday at the funeral home.
Raymond Luther Dean
Deen, Raymond
Luther, 79 of Dade City, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009 at his home.
He was born June 26, 1929 in Moultrie, GA to Lewis & Emma Sarah Key Deen and
moved to this area 65
years
ago. He owned and operated Deen Motors and was a member of the First
Baptist Church in Dade City. He is survived by his wife of 51 years:
Gwen, Dade City; 3 children: Marilyn & Bill Vogel, Crystal River, Brenda &
Mike Smith, Dade City, Randall Deen, Dade City; 9 grandchildren and 5 great
grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 3pm Sunday, May 3, 2009 at
the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Chapel
Hill Gardens. The family will receive friends for viewing from 6-8pm
Saturday evening at the funeral home.
Hanley, Beatrice G. “Nanny”
Hanley, Beatrice G. “Nanny”, 86, Dade City, passed
away Thursday, April 30, 2009. She was born Jan. 9,
1923 to Ott and Velma Greene. She enjoyed her long
life in Florida with all of her grandchildren and great
grandchildren. One of her favorite pastimes was to sit
on her back porch with her squirrels and birds. She
was loved by all that knew her and she loved all her kids
(related or not). She will be missed by her family and
friends. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Dr. Jack
E. Hanley. She is survived by daughters:
Patricia E. Hanley and Mary (Arthur) Alston; her son, Robert
(Nancy) Hanley, 4 grandchildren: Amanda (Dan)
Bramhall, Amy (JC) White, Christopher Hanley, Clay Hanley
and 8 great grandchildren. We would like to thank
Royal Oaks Nursing Center and Hospice for all the support
during this difficult time. Visitation will be 5 to 7
pm Sunday at the 5th Street Chapel of Hodges
Family Funeral Home, Dade City. Graveside services
will be private.
Schrader, Robert Clayton
Schrader, Robert Clayton,
66 of Dade City, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2009 in
Trinity, FL under the care of Gulfside Regional Hospice due
to complications from cancer. He was born January 15,
1943 in Covina,
CA
to Lyman Clayton & Naomi Arleta Forbes Schrader and moved to
Florida 22 years ago. He was a Forklift Operator and a
US Air Force Veteran. He is survived by 2 children:
Robbin Stewart Schrader, California; Amanda
Schrader-Schofield, Port Richey, FL; 1 brother:
Richard Anderson, California; and 5 grandchildren:
Thomas and Jane Schrader, Breeanna, Alyssa and Donald
Schofield. A memorial service will be held 2pm
Saturday, May 2, 2009 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family
Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, those that wish may
make donations to The Cottages of Port Richey.
William
F. Duffy
William F. Duffy Died April 27,
2009 in Dade City, Florida. He was a member of the VFW/Armed
Guard. He is survived by his wife Theresa Duffy, two sons
William J. Duffy;(Gina), Timothy F. Duffy; (Margie) of Mass.
Six
Grandchildren Daniel S. Duffy; (Gail) of Calif., Patrick J.
Duffy of Penn., Richard J. Lombardo, Nicholas F. Duffy,
Alexander R. Duffy, Katherine A. Duffy all of Mass. One
Great Granddaughter Darla M. Duffy of Calif. There will be a
visitation from 5 to 7 Sunday at Hodges Family Funeral Home
with a 10:00am service at St. Josephs Catholic Church.
Malone, Phillip Jeffie
Malone, Phillip Jeffie, 55, born on May 24, 1953 and passed away
April 26, 2009. "Strengthen my faith to depend on
your perfect timing for my life and help me rest in you and help
me to be content with the step I'm
on
and the light you have given me." Survivors include his Mother,
Patricia Godden; his Loving and devoted wife, Samantha "Mandy"
Malone; 5 loving daughters, Becky Daniels of Mattoon IL. ,Tina
Malone of Mattoon IL. , Amanda Evans of Zephyrhills. Fla,
Jessica Evans of Zephyrhills, and Sara Evans of Dade
City,Fla.; Siblings, Brother: Gary Malone of Mattoon, IL,
Sister: Lisa Keech,of Honea Path,SC., Sister :Diana Armstrong,
of Mattoon, IL Sister: Phillis Malone of Mattoon IL., Brother:
Brad Malone of Mattoon IL and nine grandchildren. He was
predeceased by his father, Phillip Malone. Jeff was a
great friend to have, A devoted Husband, Father, and Son, he
loved Music, Animals, and family. He will always be in our
hearts, Your struggle has ended, You are at peace with the Lord
in heaven. Thank you Lord for the precious time you let Jeff be
with us all. You will be missed. Graveside funeral
services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2009 at
Florida National Cemetery.
Brenda Lee Page
Brenda Lee Page, 53, of Zephyrhills passed away April 25, 2009.
She was born April 6, 1956 in Lewiston, Maine to Dana and Alice
Hinkley. She raised and attended school in Gardiner, Pittston
area. She was united in marriage to Wallace Page on June 14,
1984. They live in Oxnard, CA from 1980-2000. She loved to cook
and adored her cats. She was a member of Women of the Moose. Her
parents predeceased her. Survivors include her beloved husband
of 25 years, Wallace “Bud” Page; uncle, Robert Sprague; aunt,
Pattie Sprague; cousins, Bonnie Brackett, Dana Ellis, Tanya
Quigg and best very friend, Tina French.
James Cloud
James
Cloud of Brooksville, Fl, died April 26, 2009 at the
Hernando Care Center.He is survived by his mother, Winnie
Cloud, his sister Carol Wilson, both of Lake Wales, Fl. son,
Chuck Cloud (Patti); daughter Rachel Parker (John).
Ten grandchildren; Courtnay, Evan, Ashley, Brittany, Blaine,
Doug, Garret, Johnny, Danielle, and James. James was
preceded in death by his first wife, Grace Cloud; his
father Jesse cloud and a sister Cheryl Jackman.
Services will be held at a later date at the Chapel Hill
Gardens, Dade City, Fl.
Boudreau, Theresa Eva
Boudreau, Theresa Eva, 73, of Zephyrhills, FL, passed away
Wednesday, April 22, 2009 in Brooksville. She was born
February 22, 1936 in Holyoke, MA to George H. & Alma R. Sevegny
Chagnon and moved to this area 17 years ago. She was
retired from the Banking Industry and was a member of St. Joseph
Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband:
John A. Boudreau, Zephyrhills; son: Dennis E. Boudreau,
Durham, NC; daughters: Beverly A. Farrell, Katy, TX,
Sharon M. Boudreau, Houston, TX; brother: Albert Chagnon,
White Plains, MD; aunt: Eleanor Munsell, Holyoke, MA; and
5 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a
later date.
Jody L., Beavers
Beavers, Jody L., 48, Zephyrhills, FL passed away on
Sunday, April 26, 2009. She was born October 31, 1960 in
Kendallville, IN to Edward and Murial Wright. She was a
billing clerk for Dr. K. T. Johns. She is survived by her
husband of 26 years, William Beavers; her daughter,
Cara Beavers, Zephyrhills; her mother, Murial Vendrely, Leo, IN;
her father, Edward (Janice)Wright, Kendallville, IN; her
siblings: Marc Hickman, Auburn, IN, Tonya Foor,
Angola, IN and Aaron Vendrely, Leo, IN; and grandson,
Cambren Beavers and many other family and friends.
Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Thursday at Hodges Family Funeral
Home, 36327 Hwy 54, Zephyrhills, FL with service to follow at 7
p.m. Interment will be at a later date in Fort Wayne, IN.
Leonard D.
Shaull
Shaull, Leonard
D., 80, of San Antonio, FL passed away Sunday, April 26, 2009 at Pasco Regional
Medical Center in Dade City. He was born March 29, 1929 in North Star, MI
to Ronald & Adella Leonard Shaull and moved to this area 14 years ago from
Michigan. He was a retired Barber, a member of the Kiwanis Club in Melvindale,
MI for 30 years, and was very active in the Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club
community. He is survived by his wife: June; 1 son: Chuck; 5
daughters: Lynn, Chris, Gale, Diane, Carrie; 2 step-sons: Scott,
Christopher; 1 sister: Janet; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his first wife: Joan Rhine Shaull.
Funeral services will be held 1pm Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at St. Anthony of
Padua in San Antonio. Memorial donations may be made to his granddaughter
Robin Shapiro’s Memorial Scholarship Fund, 3095 S. Commerce Road, Suite C,
Walled Lake, MI 48390.
James Bradley
“Brad”
Browning
Browning, James
Bradley “Brad”, 29 of New Port Richey passed away Saturday, April 18, 2009 in
Hudson. He was born March 10, 1980 in Charleston, WV to James T. & Perri
Lea Stallard Browning and
moved to this
area
17 years ago from West Virginia. He was an Elevator Constructor and a
member of the Local 74 IUEC in Tampa. He is survived by his wife:
Brandy J. Browning; his father: Tim Browning; his mother: Perri
Browning; 2 sons: James Ezekeyial Browning and Ocean Ivory Browning;
paternal grandmother: Iris Browning; maternal grandmother: Marie
Stallard Burke; and numerous aunts, uncles and other close family members.
He was preceded in death by 2 grandfathers: James Isaac Browning and Rev.
Charles L. Stallard. Funeral services will be held 11am Friday, April 24,
2009 at the Blanton Baptist Church. The family will receive friends for
viewing from 6-9pm Thursday evening at the church.
Valadez, Mario
Valadez, Mario, 52 of
Zephyrhills, FL, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2009 at Lakeland
Regional Medical Center. He was born November 5, 1956 in
Edinburg, TX to Eliodoro & Angelita Zuniga Valadez. He was
a Carpenter, a member of St. Rita Catholic Church in Dade City
and an organ donor. He is survived by his wife:
Susan K. Valadez, Zephyrhills; his mother: Angelita
Valadez, Zephyrhills; 1 daughter: Angelita Gomez, Ft.
Wayne, IN; 2 grandchildren: Alysia & Austin Gomez, Ft.
Wayne, IN; 3 brothers: Tony Valadez, Eaton Rapids, MI,
Jesse Valadez, Ft. Wayne, IN, Carlos Valadez, Ft. Wayne, IN; 2
sisters: Valerie Valadez, Zephyrhills, Bea Valadez, Dade
City; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. He was
preceded in death by his father: Eliodoro Valadez; and 1
brother: Jose A. Valadez. Funeral services will be
held 11am Friday, April 24, 2009 at St. Rita Catholic Church in
Dade City. The family will receive friends from 4-6pm
Thursday evening at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral
Home.
Sandra E. “Sandy”
Marinacci
Marinacci, Sandra E. “Sandy”,
75, of Dade City, FL passed away Monday, April 20, 2009 at her
home. She was born April 14, 1934 in Bath, ME and was a
catholic. She worked at the Naval Air Station in
Brunswick, ME in the Supply Department as a Household Goods
Supervisor. She is survived by her husband of 31 years:
Charles Marinacci, Dade City, FL; her son: Jim Compton,
Northport, FL; and 2 grandchildren. The family will
receive friends Friday afternoon April 24, 2009 from 2-4pm at
the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home in Dade City.
A funeral service will take place during the visitation at
3:30pm.
Patricia
Kowalczyk
Kowalczyk, Patricia 58 of Tampa, FL formally from Lisle, IL
passed away on April 18, 2009 from injuries after a tragic auto
accident. Patty was a devoted mother to twin daughters, a loving
daughter to her parents, an amazing sister and best friend to
many. She loved her numerous nieces and nephew dearly. Patty
will always be remembered for her great sense of humor and
genuine heart. She will be missed greatly. She is survived by
her daughters: Stacy and Jennifer, parents: Jane and Chester
Kowalczyk of Dade City, sisters: Sandra (Scott) Kish of Ridge
Manor and Susan Shirkey, brothers: Darryl (Patricia), James
(Debra), Bill, Rick (Dawn), Kenny (Inna), Gerry (Chris) plus her
many nieces and nephews. A visitation will take place at
4:00-8:00p.m Tuesday April 21 at Hodges Family Funeral Home,
11441 US Hwy 301, Dade City. Funeral services will be held 9:30
a.m. April 22 at St. Rita, 14404 14th St Dade City.
Verna Reece
Verna
Reece, 90, of Zephyrhills, passed away Saturday, 4/18/09. She
was predeceased by her husband, James, and 1 son, David. She is
survived by 1 sister, Mary Alice Clay (Oregon) and 2 children:
Don (Marie) and Jackie (Bobbee Camp); 4 grandchildren and 3
great-grandchildren.
Charles Andrew “Andy”
Simonds
Simonds, Charles Andrew “Andy”,
went home to live with his Father in Heaven on April 12, 2009.
He was born August 14, 1971 in Cleveland,
TN and moved to Dade City recently to spend time with his ailing
Father. He was a fun and loving son, brother, uncle and
friend. He is survived by his momma: Glenda
Bradshaw, Cleveland, TN; his daddy and maw: Charlie &
Janet Simonds, Dade City, FL; his mom/aunt: Susie Vaughn,
Cleveland, TN; 4 sisters: Jennie Camarillo, Brooksville,
FL, Kasey Branch, Wesley Chapel, FL, Crystal Figueroa, Orlando,
FL, Brenda Forte, Webster, FL; 3 brothers: Chris Simonds,
Dade City, FL, Bubba Branch III, Wesley Chapel, FL, William and
Johnny Vaughn, Cleveland, TN; several nieces, nephews, cousins,
aunts, uncles, in-laws and friends. Andy was preceded in
death by grandparents: T.B. & Ruby Bradshaw, Syrus &
Louise Simonds; sister: Glenda Faye Branch, brother:
Preston Branch IV, aunt: Linda Gail Bradshaw; and his
dad/uncle: Bill Vaughn. The family will receive
friends for viewing from 5-7pm Saturday evening and 4-6pm Sunday
evening at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home in Dade
City. A 9pm candle light vigil will be held Sunday evening
at the corner of 21st & Main Street in Dade City. Funeral services will be held
2pm Monday, April 20, 2009 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family
Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Dade City
Cemetery. An open
celebration of life’s memories will be held at 7718 Drifting Sand Drive,
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 following the burial. In lieu of
flowers, the family request memorial contributions to the Crime
Victims Fund, 352-518-5030.
Tracy Ann
Snider
Snider, Tracy Ann, 49 of Dade City, FL passed away Sunday, April
12, 2009 at her home. She was born May 20, 1959 in
Chattanooga,
TN to John Wallace & Betty Joe Sewell
Martin. She worked at
 Heritage Park
Specialty Care
Center as a licensed
practical nurse and was a U.S. Army Veteran where she served on
the Honor Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier while
fulfilling her obligations for the military police. She is
survived by her son: John “JR” & Dawn Snider,
Auburndale,
FL; her mother: Betty Joe Green,
Dade City, FL; her
sister: Jan & Dino Valmassoi,
Zephyrhills,
FL; and her brother: John Steven & Sheila
Martin, Dade City, FL.
She will be interred at Florida National
Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.
Oscar N. Alsip
Alsip, Oscar N., 75, Wesley Chapel, passed away, Monday, April
13, 2009. He was born Sept. 6, 1933 in Lansing, IL to
Oscar and Yvetta Alsip. He graduated in 1951 from Griffith
High School in
Griffith,
IN and attended Purdue College branch (1976-78) in Westville,
IN. He served in the US Army. He was employed for 33 years
at Northern Indiana Public Service Co., where he was a lineman
and later an electrical instructor, retiring in 1990. They moved
to Lutz, FL in 1996 and to Wesley Chapel in 2003. He was
member of Church of Christ, So. Livingston. He is survived
by his wife of 56 years, Evelyn; his children Robert (Dawn)
Alsip, Tampa and Becky (David Foor) Kneifel, Wesley Chapel; his
grandchildren: Robert, Jr, Krystal (Johnny) Clevenger,
Michelle and Brittany Alsip; Melinda (Shawn) Colston, Candace
(Paul) Pearish, Denny Kneifel and Cassandra (David)
Chraca; great grandchildren: Austin, Matthew, Faith, Hope,
Victoria, Abigail, Sierra, Clayton, Brendan, Dylan, Alexis,
Korissa, Noah, Mackenzie and Jacob. Visitation will be 5
to 7 pm, Thursday, April 16 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 36327
Hwy 54, Zephyrhills. Funeral Service will be 7 pm
Thursday. Graveside services will be 10:30 Friday at
Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.
Charles Simpson, Jr.
Simpson, Charles, Jr., (US Air Force Retired), 82, of
Zephyrhills, passed away Monday, April 13, 2009. He served in
WWII, Korean War and Viet Nam. After retiring from the Air
Force, he was a
Telecommunications
supervisor overseas until he retired 6 years ago. He
is survived by his wife of 30 years, Olive Simpson; 5 children
and 4 grand children. Graveside services will be 10 am Wed., at
Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell with Military Honors.
Norman P. Clark
Clark,
Norman R., 87 of Burbank, IL and seasonal resident of Town &
Country RV, Dade City. He is survived by his son, Brian
Clark, Indiana and daughter, Wendy Prendergast, Illinois; his
caregiver and friend, Carole Blevins, Dade City; 3
grandchildren and 1 great grandson. Services are to be
private.
Tracy Ann Snyder
Snider, Tracy Ann, 49 of Dade City, FL passed away Sunday, April
12, 2009 at her home. She was born May 20, 1959 in
Chattanooga, TN to John Wallace & Betty Joe Sewell Martin.
She worked at
Heritage
Park Specialty Care Center as a licensed practical nurse and was
a U.S. Army Veteran. She is survived by her son:
John “JR” & Dawn Snider, Winter Haven, FL; her mother:
Betty Joe Green, Dade City, FL; her sister: Jan & Dino
Valmassoi, Zephyrhills, FL; and her brother: John Steven &
Sheila Martin, Dade City, FL. She will be interred at
Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.
Virginia Moore Keefer
Keefer, Virginia Moore, AKA Virginia Keefer Miles, 87,
Zephyrhills, passed away April 3, 2009. She was born
January 17, 1922 in Spartanburg, South Carolina and lived in
Norfolk, VA. She retired to Zephyrhills where she spent
many happy years. She is survived by her loving family including
her husband Bill Miles, her son and daughter, Carl Keefer and
Carol Keefer Sykes. There are 3 grandsons, Michael Keefer,
Wesley Sykes and Ryan Keefer Sykes, 2 great-grandsons, Aiden
Keefer Sykes and his brother due in September. Services will be
held in Manchester, GA. In lieu of flowers, donations may
be made to the Red Cross in Virginia’s name.
David Milton Alsobrook
Alsobrook, David Milton, 86 of Dade City, passed away Saturday,
April 11, 2009 at his home under the care of Gulfside Regional
Hospice. He was born November 8, 1922 in Billy’s Island,
GA to Dave & Fannie Gertrude
Day
Alsobrook and moved to this area 65 years ago. He was a
retired service station manager. He was a WW II Army
Veteran and a member of the First Baptist Church of Dade City.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years: Pauline Alsobrook,
Dade City, FL; 2 sons: David & Patty Alsobrook, Crystal
River, FL, Dennis & Patty Alsobrook, Daytona Beach, FL; his
brother: Wilbur & Carol Alsobrook, Mims, FL; his sister:
Chris & George Webster, Springfield, TN; 2 grandchildren and 4
great grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11am
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at the First Baptist Church of Dade
City. Interment will follow at Chapel Hill Gardens.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time
(10am-11am) Wednesday morning at the First Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in his memory
to Gulfside Regional Hospice or the Building Fund at First
Baptist Church in Dade City.
Walter Patrick Cain Jr.
Cain,
Walter Patrick
Jr. passed away April 8, 2009. Born
September 23, 1937, in Dade City to Pat and Martha Cain, he was
a lifelong resident. He worked 22 years in the area’s citrus
industry in addition to a stint with the U.S. Forest Service in
Colorado. An avid hunter, fisherman and woodsman, with a great
love for the Colorado outdoors, he also was a former Rotarian. A
much-loved husband, dad and Pop-Pop, he is survived by his wife
of 49 years, Bebe Cain; his children: W.P. Cain III, MD, of
Baton Rouge, La., Barbara Ann Cain Carson of Dade City, Fla.;
and two grandsons: Edward and Patrick Carson. Visitation will be
held Monday, April 13, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Hodges Family
Funeral Home on Fifth Street in Dade City. An interment service
will be held on Tuesday, April 14, at 11:00 a.m. at
the Chapel Hills Masoleum..
Flowers will be graciously accepted, or donations may be made to
Pasco-Hernando Hospice.
Ellen S. Jones
Jones, Ellen S., 68, of Old Town, died Thursday, April 8th, 2009
at home. A native of Virginia, she had lived in Old Town
for 16 years. Survivors include her husband of 48 years,
George: a son, George Jones, Jr. of Wesley Chapel; and two
sisters, Lois Buchanan of Mathews, VA and Martha Slaughter of
Portsmouth, VA. Funeral services will be private.
She will be loved and missed by all.
Cundiff, Sue Fitzgerald
Cundiff, Sue Fitzgerald, 80, died after a long illness April 5
in Zephyrhills, Florida. She was raised in Roanoke,
Virginia, where she married the late Edward Dodson Cundiff.
She had lived the last thirty years of her life in Clearwater
and Dade City, Florida. She was preceded in death by her
parents, William Fitzgerald and Myrtle Dale Coleman, her
daughter, Ellen Baylor, and her brother, Roger Fitzgerald.
She is survived by her son, Dr. David M. Cundiff and his wife,
Dr. Maria R. Cundiff of Virginia Beach, Virginia, her sister,
Sally Collins of Holiday, Florida, and six grandchildren.
Burial in Norfolk, Virginia will be private. The family
wishes to express gratitude to ZephyrHaven for their
compassionate and gentle care. Condolences to the family
may be offered at
www.hodgesfuneralhome.com .
Cora “GaGa”
Quinn
Quinn, Cora “GaGa”, 84, Dade City, passed away Saturday, April
4, 2009. She was born Dec. 2, 1924 in Big Rapids, MI to
Milo and Stella Hayes. She was preceded in death by her
parents and her daughter, Sherry Durgan. She is survived
by her son, Jeff Quinn of Dade City; her brother, Joe Hayes, Big
Rapids, MI; her grandchildren Chuck and Karrie Durgan, Stacy
Durgan and Melissa Gulvin and 9 great grandchildren.
Memorial services will be 2:30 Saturday at Anchor Church, 34275
Cortez Blvd., Ridge Manor. Quinn, Cora “GaGa”, 84, Dade
City, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2009. She was born
Dec. 2, 1924 in Big Rapids, MI to Milo and Stella Hayes.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter,
Sherry Durgan. She is survived by her son, Jeff Quinn of
Dade City; her brother, Joe Hayes, Big Rapids, MI; her
grandchildren Chuck and Karrie Durgan, Stacy Durgan and Melissa
Gulvin and 9 great grandchildren. Memorial services will
be 2:30 Saturday at Anchor Church, 34275 Cortez Blvd., Ridge
Manor.
Sophia Belle
Reyes
Reyes, Sophia Belle, infant daughter
of Candida Reyes. She is survived by her mother; grandmother,
Mary Frederick, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Services will be 2 pm Friday at 301 Chapel of Hodges
Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Chapel
Hill Gardens Babyland.
Joseph “Mitch”
Cross,
Jr.
Cross, Joseph “Mitch”, Jr., 81, Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club,
San Antonio, passed away Monday, April 06, 2009. He was
born May 28, 1927 in Hollywood, MD. He moved to Florida 11
years ago,
from
Yorktown Heights, NY. He was an assistant Chief and past
president of Tampa Bay First Responders. He was an active
member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. He was an
avid golfer and a former Army veteran. He is survived by
his wife of 26 years, Margaret; his children: John Ranagan,
Yorktown Heights, NY, William Ranagan, Clifton Park, NY,
Margaret Smith, Hastings, MN, Katherine Memoly, Edison, NJ,
Patricia Griffith, Cortland, NY Veronica Catalafamo, Cortland,
NY, Brian Ranagan, Southington, CT and Brenda Ranagan,
Winston-Salem, NC; his sister, Mary Catherine Clarke, Hollywood,
MD; sisters-in-law Florence Brown, Bradenton, FL and Jean
Morrow, Dade City, FL; 21 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.
Visitation 5 to 8 pm Tuesday, April 7 at 301 Chapel of Hodges
Family Funeral Home, Dade City. Funeral Mass will be 11 am
Wed., April 8 at St. Anthony of Padua, San Antonio. Burial
will be next week in Valhalla NY. Memorial contributions to
Tampa Bay First Responders
Mrs. Lucille Brown Lowery Collins
Mrs. Lucille Brown Lowery Collins, age 78, of Dade City, passed away Wednesday,
April 1, 2009 in Monroe, North Carolina. Mrs. Collins was born in Catawba
County, North Carolina, on March 16, 1931, a daughter of the late A.C. Brown and
Nanie Newell Brown. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death
by her husband, Chester C. Collins; two sons, Howard Lowery and Danny Lowery;
two brothers, Howard Brown and Buddy Brown; and two sisters, Minnie Helms and
Jeanette Helms. Survivors include her son, Arnold Lowery and wife Janice Lowery
of Jefferson, South Carolina; two grandsons, Bradley Lowery and Lane Lowery both
of Jefferson, South Carolina; two sisters, Ovella Lipe of Stanly County, North
Carolina and Gladys Helms of Charlotte; step-children, Helen Warlick and the
late Tom Warlick of Charlotte; L.C. and Stella Collins of Bartow, Florida, Tom
and Martha Collins of Mulberry, Florida, Jessie and Bernice Collins of Dade
City, Florida, Linda Gail Collins of Hazelhurst, Georgia, Ed and Jaynell Collins
of Jacksonville, Florida and Camille Collins and the late Wayne Collins of
Sanford, Florida. There are numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren
and great great grandchildren. There will be a visitation from 3:00 PM
until 5:00 PM Sunday, April 5, 2009 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral
Home in Dade City. A Graveside Service will be held 1:00 PM Monday, April
6, 2009 at Chapel Hill Gardens in Dade City.
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