John Richard Dufraine

Dufraine, John Richard, St. Petersburg, FL, passed away, April 26, 2008. He is survived by his 3 children: Richard W. and Douglas A. Dufraine and Cynthia L. LeBlanc; his grandchildren: James and Amanda Dufraine, Spencer and Tyler Beaugard, and Lila Doherty; and the mother of his children, Frances Dufraine.  Graveside services will be 2:30 Monday at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.

 

Mamie Frances Black Burnett

Burnett, Mamie Frances Black, 53, of Zephyrhills, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills.  She had been a life long resident of this area and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lacoochee.  Survivors include a son, Benjamin; two daughters, Heather Molden of Zephyrhills and Eva Blevens of Marion, Ohio; her father, Walter Black of Lacoochee; two sisters, Ann Musgrove and Elaine Wilson, both of Trilby; and eight grandchildren.  Funeral services are private.

 

Merietta DeRycke

De Rycke, Marietta, 91, Zephyrhills, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at her home.   She was born Feb. 15, 1917 at Mishawaka, IN.  They have lived in Florida since 1962.    She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Oscar De Rycke; two sisters, Camilla Saros, and Evelyn De Vos, both of Mishawaka, IN, many nieces, nephews and friends.  Visitation will be 10-11, Monday, May 12 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 54 Chapel, Zephyrhills.  Funeral Mass will be 11:30 Monday at  St. Joseph Catholic Church.  Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Church.

 

Nancy James

James, Nancy, 74, of Zephyrhills, passed away on May 6, 2008.   Survived by Daughter, Lori Dorsey; sisters, Linda Ball and Barbara Lewis; brother, Jim Bliss; four grandchildren:  Robert Clemons, Ryan, Ricky and Randy Dorsey.  She was a member of Zephyrhills Jehovah Witness Congregation. 

Arthur David Lankford

Arthur David Lankford, 63, of Dade City passed away May 5^th, 2008 at his home.  He was born October 21, 1944 in Dade City to Perry and Mary Lankford.  David was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving in the U.S. Army.  Some of his enjoyments included fishing, watching football, Nascar and playing the Lotto.  He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers, Roy and Billie Lankford.  Survivors include 1 son, Albert (Kara) Lankford; 2 daughters, Rebecca (Robert Jr.) Thompson and Audrey  (Jeremiah) Estepp; 1 grandchild, Rachel Thompson; 1 brother, Donnie (Margaret) Lankford; 1 sister, Frances (Jim) Smith; mother of his children, Carolyn Lankford and many nieces and nephews.  Visitation will be 11:00 – 11:30 Friday May 9, 2008 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 11441 US Highway 301 Dade City.  Funeral Services will be at 11:30 at the Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Florida National Cemetery.

 

Pauline S. “Hey Mah” (Polly) Cane

Cane, Pauline S. “Hey Mah” (Polly), 88, Wesley Chapel, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008 due to respiratory failure.  She was born Oct. 17, 1919 in New Bedford, Mass.   She is survived by her five children:  Jeff, Steve, Candace, Lindsey and Christie; six grandchildren.  Polly retired from James A. Haley Veterans Hospital after 22 years.  She was an avid traveler, gardener and reader.  There will be no memorial services.  The family will have private services at a later date in Virginia.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hernando-Pasco Hospice, Clinton Ave., Dade City. (www.hphospice.org)

Kristin Leigh Gaskin

Gaskin, Kristin Leigh, 17, of San Antonio, Fl passed away Monday, May 5, 2008 as a result of an automobile accident.  She was born June 24, 1990 in Tampa to Charles and Rebecca Gaskin, Jr.  She was a Senior at Wesley Chapel High School.  She was a soccer player, and involved in journalism, school yearbook and school newspaper.  She was a member of First Baptist Church, Dade City.  She is survived by her parents, Charles and Rebecca Gaskin, Jr., her sister, Heather N. Gaskin; her paternal grandparents, Charles and Syble Gaskin, Sr., San Antonio; her maternal grandfather, Donald and Marsha Hall, Zephyrhills and maternal grandmother, Nancy and Beauford Register, Zephyrhills; Aunts and Uncles Vicki & Rick Rutter, Dade City; Teresa & Mike Harris, San Antonio; Todd & Candi Hall, Dade City; Ronnie & Juanita Hall, Evansville, Ind.; Cousins; DJ & Shelly Oliver, Dade City; Deanna & Steven Freeman, Dade City; Tiffany, Chelsea & Stoney Hall, Dade City; Matt, Casey & Reese Hall, Evansville, Ind.; Samantha & Hunter Crawley, San Antonio, Fl; Best of Friends; Beth and Carlos Hernandez and Kayla Green.; and a host of friends.  Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, May 10, 2008 at First Baptist Church, Dade City with interment at Williams Cemetery.  Visitation will be 5 PM to 8 PM Friday at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Funeral Home, Dade City.

Sister Mary Ann Carollo, O.S.B.

Carollo, O.S.B., Sister Mary Ann.  Rejoice with us as we celebrate and give thanks for Sister Mary Ann Carollo, O.S.B. who entered into the fullness of life Monday, May 5, 2008.  Sister Mary Ann grew up in Slidell, LA, where she received her grammar school and high school education.  She was the daughter of Andrew and Antonina Carollo.  She entered the Benedictine Sister of Florida on May 16, 1933; she made her temporary profession on December 29, 1934 and her perpetual monastic profession June 16, 1939.  Sister did her undergraduate studies at Loyola University in New Orleans, LA where she received a B.S. degree in Education with a Minor in Music Education.  She also did post graduate work at Mount St. Scholastica’s in Atchison, KS, St. John’s University in Collegeville, MN, Dominican College in New Orleans, LA, Barry University in Miami, FL, and Belmont College in NC.  Sister’s first teaching assignment was at Holy Name Academy and she also assisted at our boy’s prep school, St. Benedicts Preparatory School.  Her teaching career took her to St. Anthony School in San Antonio, Trinity Academy in Ocala, St. Martha’s School in Sarasota, Holy Family School in Miami Beach, St. Joseph Public School in Saint Joseph, Annunciation School in Bogalusa, LA, Our Lady of Lourdes in Slidell, LA, and St. Margaret Mary’s in Slidell.  Besides teaching in the classroom, Sister also taught piano, violin, trained choirs and played the organ.  In the summer she spent a number of years at the Good Counsel Camp where the Sisters taught Religion to the boys and girls who attended the camp.  Sister Mary Ann spent 65 years in the classroom.  She had a great love for teaching and her students.  After her retirement in 2000, she spent a Sabbatical at Mount Angel Oregon.  When her Sabbatical was completed she went back to Slidell, LA to be care giver to her two aged Sisters.  In 2005 the hurricane did so much damage in Slidell that Sister returned to the monastery.  Her two sisters went to family in Alabama and after a year returned to their home in Slidell.  She was preceded in death by her parents Andrew and Antonina Carollo, five brothers:  Russell, Charles, Peter, Victor, Frankie, and three sisters:  Selena Fontana, Mary Siemssen, and Lucretia Carollo.  She is survived by one sister, Louise Carollo, and many nieces and nephews.  A Vigil service will be held 7:30pm Thursday, May 8, 2008 at Holy Name Monastery in St. Leo, FL.  Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated 10:30am Friday, May 9, 2008 at Holy Name Monastery Chapel.  Burial will be at St. Leo Abbey Cemetery.  May the Good Shepherd welcome Sister Mary Ann and give her rest eternal.  In lieu of flowers, family request donations in her memory to the Benedictine Sisters of Florida or the St. Anthony School.

Audlane “Ad” Marcella Berg Waterbury

Audlane “Ad” Marcella Berg Waterbury, 101, long time resident of Ridge Manor and formerly of Bedford, IN, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2008, at Heritage Park Care Center surrounded by her family. She was born September 21, 1906 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to Fred and Agnus Berg.  Ad Waterbury was educated at a Business College and was employed with Michigan State Farm Insurance Co. as executive secretary/ office manager. Some of her enjoyments were cooking sweets, golf, travel, gardening, church, music and her friends but, above all, she loved her Lord. She was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of Ridge Manor and a long time Pianist at the church.  Mrs. Waterbury was predeceased by her husband, Chauncey Waterbury, 1 brother, Milton Lester Berg and 1 sister, Viola Berg Barnard. She is survived by 1 brother, Kenneth Donald Berg, Sr. of Houston, TX; numerous nieces and nephews; special family member and mother of 6 of her nieces and nephews, Betty Berg.  Visitation will be 10-11 AM Wednesday May 7th at First Baptist Church of Ridge Manor. Funeral Services will follow at 11AM with Rev. William Webb officiating. Burial will take place at Chapel Hill Gardens.  In lieu of flowers please send donations to First Baptist Church of Ridge Manor, 34132 Ridge Manor, Fl 33523. Thanks to those at Heritage Park Care Center for their compassion and care. A special thank you to caregiver, Beverly Smith and her husband, Gene.

Sandra Hays Kirker

Kirker, Sandra Hayes, 50, of Trilacoochee, died on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at University Community Hospital.  She was a Supervisor for the Sumter County Department of Corrections.  Survivors include her husband, Colin; 6 children; her father, Freddie Hayes; and 9 grandchildren.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2008.  Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2008 with Rev. Eldridge Parrish officiating.  Burial will follow at Florida National Cemetery.

SGT. Marcus C. Mathes

SGT. Marcus C. Mathes, 26, of Zephyrhills, FL, completed his final mission on earth April 28, 2008 when his Heavenly Commander gave him orders to return home. Marcus was a Florida native, who left to join the ARMY on March 15, 2005--his 23rd birthday. He was an 88M (truck driver) with F Company, 94th Battle Support Batallion, 10th Mountain Division and was deployed to Iraq with his unit in November of 2007. He was a dedicated soldier, respected by all that worked with him, who planned to make the ARMY his lifelong career. A multi-faceted personality, Marcus was the 'life of the party' who loved hanging out with his wife, vacationing with his parents, riding dirt bikes with his friends, playing with his neice and nephew and making others laugh. He is survived by his wife of six years, Julia Mathes, father Ralph Mathes, step-mother Joyce, mother Sue Sawyer, step-father Mike Sawyer, grandmother Dorothy Simpson, brothers Kyle Mathes and Zach Sawyer, step-brothers John and David Duff, parents-in-law Chuck and Lynda Ehrman, siblings-in-law Brett Ehrman and Bryan and Heather Harvey, and niece and nephew Elyse and Kayne Harvey.  Funeral services are set for 12pm Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Calvary Assembly of God in Dade City.  Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell with full military honors.  Friends may call Monday evening from 6-8pm at the 301 chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home in Dade City.

 

Drew McNabb

McNabb, Drew, 61, of Wesley Chapel, passed away suddenly Thursday, May 1, 2008. He was born July 31, 1946 in Harrisburg, IL to Hugh and Jewell McNabb. He spent most of his life in banking. He was a Viet Nam Veteran. He loved his family dearly. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sandie McNabb; his sons, Cale McNabb and Kevin Tidwell; and many other extended family and friends. Services will be 10:30 am Monday at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 54 Chapel, Zephyrhills with burial to follow at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell with military honors. Visitation will be 4 to 6 pm Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Mary Cardoso

Cardoso, Mary, 80, Tampa, FL, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2008.  She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Mike; two sons, Bobby (Margaret) Cardoso, Henry (Connie) Cardoso; daughter, Teresa (Ron) Collins; seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.  We will always love you.  Graveside services 2 pm Monday, May 5 at Garden of Memories, Tampa.   The family wishes to thank Dr. Kim Smith and Dr. Laura Cruse for their special care and concern.

 

Renee Myers

Myers, Renee, 86, Zephyrhills, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008.  She was born Oct., 23, 1921 in England to Leslie and Jessie Senior.   She has lived here the last 20 years.  She is survived by her husband of 62 years, John E. Myers;  2 sons, John L. and Gene Wayne Myers, a daughter, Jacqui Myers; 4 grandchildren , 4 great grandchildren and a great great granddaughter.  Services will be private with inurnment at Florida National Cemetery.

 

Corine L. Blount

Blount, Corine L. 69, of Dade City passed away May 1, 2008. She was preceded in death by 1 son and 1 granddaughter. She is survived by her beloved husband of 34 years, Jimmy; 6 children; 12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 2 step children; 2 sisters and 1 brother. Visitation will be 12:30-2:30 PM Sunday May 4th at Hodges Family Funeral Home 14046 5th Street, Dade City. Funeral Services will follow at 2:30.

 

James W. Revell 

Revell, James W., 86, of Dade City, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2008. A native of Tallahassee, he moved to this area in 1962.  With many years of service he retired from HRS as a Counselor for the Aged in Dade City.  He was a US Navy Veteran in the Pacific Theatre during WWII.  He traveled extensively after the war, spending two years in Paris where he studied at the Sorbonne and also worked under the Marshall Plan in Austria.  For three years he worked at the US Embassy in Pakistan.  He was a graduate of Florida State University in 1948.  He was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dade City and loved gardening and reading.  Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Lillie; a son, Tim Farley and wife Laura of Dade City, and Granddaughter Lauren Farley of Tallahassee; Grandson, Christopher James Farley and wife Melissa, of Ridge Manor and Great-grandson, Christopher C. Farley; three sisters, Jean Bivins, Doris Stewart, and Helen Hyatt; two brothers, Richard and Robert, and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by parents Nason and Ruby and a brother Nason, Jr.  A Memorial Service is being planned.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St. Mary's Episcopal Church. 

 

Margaret L. Dozier 

Dozier, Margaret L., 70 of Dade City, FL passed away on April 26, 2008 at Pasco Regional Medical Center in Dade City. She was born in High Springs, FL on October 12, 1937 to Elias and Gladys Hines. She is survived by her loving husband Jack; sons;  Allen Gibson (Carol Anne) of Dade City; Tim Gibson (Jerry Kemp) of San Diego, CA; daughters; Roxanne Sikes (Ricky) of Lacoochee; Margaret Ann Williams (Roger) of Pensacola; brother; Travis Hines (Donna) of Bushnell; 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. A service will take place on Wednesday April 30, 2008, 1 pm with a visitation one hour prior to service.  

 

Robert Melvin "Mel" Case

Case, Robert Melvin “Mel”, 84, of Dade City, passed away at home on Saturday, April 26, 2008.  A native of Tallahassee, he moved to Dade City in 1946.  He was the original owner of Standard Auto Parts and established Case Hardware in 1958.  He was Baptist by faith.  He was the Past President of the Dade City Little League and was a long time Little League Coach and All Star Coach.  During the 1960’s he was a member of the Dade City Planning Board.  He was a US Army Veteran, landing on Omaha Beach on D-Day and fought in the battle of St. Lo.  He spent more than 300 days on the front lines in the European Theatre.  Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Dorothy; his children, Sherrie Case (Jim Purcell), Bob Case (Judy), and Barbara Luckie (Charlie), all of Dade City; a sister, Elizabeth Barineau of Tallahassee; his grandchildren, Melissa Walters, Candice Lincoln, Bobbi Case, Matthew Luckie  Lauren Luckie-Obrien and Rob Case; and his great grandchildren, Tye Watters-Brim, Braeden Lincoln, and Gaven Lincoln.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at the Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 with Rev. Randall Belcher officiating.  Flowers are welcome, but donations in his name may be made to Hernando-Pasco Hospice or the Dade City Little League. 

 

Douglas Franklin Abrams 

Abrams, Douglas Franklin, Jr., 26, Wesley Chapel, passed away Wed., April 23, 2008. He was born Dec. 18, 1981 in Brooksville. He is survived by his parents, Douglas Sr. and Rebecca Abrams; his three sisters, Felicia, Alexis and Sabrina; his grandmother, Betty Almendariz; nephew, William, 2 nieces, Nevaeh and Aylianna; his lifelong friends who will be his pallbearers: Brian, Brandon, John, Chris, Adam, Mobley Maurice and Tyrone; many cousins aunts, uncles and other family and friends.  Services will be 2 pm Tuesday, April 29 at Victorious Life, Wesley Chapel. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service.  

 

Norman E. Wilson, Jr

Wilson, Norman E Jr, 73, went home to be with our Lord at the Hernando-Pasco Hospice Care Center in Dade City, Florida, on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, with his wife, daughter and son at his side.  He was born on May 14, 1934, in Farmingdale, Maine.  He was the son of Norman E. Wilson, Sr and Eva Mae Durant Wilson.  He lived in Gardiner, Maine, until 1970 when he moved to the Portland area until he retired to Florida in 1995.  Norman loved camping, motorcycling and family gatherings.  He always had a ready smile, a hearty laugh and a joke to tell.  His favorite activity was spending time with his family and friends.  Norman and his father owned and operated Wilson’s Market in Gardiner, Maine for many years.  In 1966 Norman started a successful sales career with Sunshine Biscuit Company.  He worked in the food brokerage business until he retired in 1995 from Roberts and Associates.  After retirement, Norman worked part time for Citrus Chrysler in Dade City, Florida.  He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Marilyn Henry Wilson he is also survived  by his daughter, Christina and her husband Bryan Johnson of Lakeland, FL and his son Timothy and his wife Mary Dell Wilson of Oviedo, FL; his nine grandchildren, Jillian,  Jennifer, Joanna, Joshua, Adam, Austin, Terry, Randy and Jonathan and one great-grandchild, Madison.  A gathering of family and friends will be held at the Wilson home in Dade City, FL, on Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 1-4pm.  A memorial service will be held at a later date in Cumberland Center, Maine.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his memory to the Hernando-Pasco Hospice Care Center, 37445 Clinton Ave., Dade City, FL 33525

  

Patsy Ann Stehman 

Stehman, Patsy Ann, 70, Zephyrhills, passed away April 25, 2008.  She was a member of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her loving family including her husband Don, niece, Tina (Tom) Hannold. Services will be held in Pennsylvania at a later date.

Helen May Sherman 

Sherman, Helen May, 78, Spanish Lake West, Zephyrhills, FL passed away Friday, April 25, 2008.   She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Sherman, Jr. in September, 2007.  he is survived by two sons, Louis (Beth) Sherman II, Coventry, RI and Frederick (June) Sherman, North Providence, RI; two daughters, Alice Barnett, Zephyrhills and Carolyn (Norman) Maclure, North Providence, RI; 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.   Memorial services and inurnment will be in West Warwick, RI at a later date. Hodges Family Funeral Home, Zephryhills in charge of local arrangements.

Rachel Mae Crews 

Crews, Rachel Mae, 88, of Tampa, went to be with the Lord on April 23, 2008. She was born in Perry, Florida, but grew up in on a farm in Zephyrhills. She moved to Ybor City in the 1940s and worked as a cigar roller for Hav-A-Tampa . She married Hubert Crews in 1955 and moved to North Tampa in 1958. She was an excellent cook and mother who, besides raising three sons, took in ironing and child care. An avid reader, although she only completed six years of primary school, she enjoyed working mostly for teachers, for whom she had a great deal of respect. She considered being an educator just as  important as being a doctor or even a minister. She took great pride in sending teachers to work with clean, starched shirts and pants. She also loved to cook world-class Southern style vegetables and fried chicken for the kids under her care. She was a life-long member of the Assemblies of God. Survivors include three sons: Ray, a distribution manager at Cork and Olive; Terry, an English teacher at Chamberlain High School; and Gary, a Pasco County Sherriff’s deputy; and a very loving sister, Mertie Bird, who has taught Sunday School at First Assembly of God in Zephyrhills for over seventy years. She is also survived by three grand-daughters: Shannon, Melissa, and Jenifer. A viewing will be held from 5 - 7 PM, April 25, at Hodges Funeral Home, 36327 Hwy 54, Zephyrhills. Funeral services will be held at 9AM, April 26, at Richland Assemblies of God, 8527 Old Lakeland Highway, Zephyrhills.

 

Katharine Louise Tyler Bardin

Bardin, Katharine Louise Tyler, 77, of Dade City, Florida died April 23, 2008 in Dade City, Florida after a very long and courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. She was born July 15, 1930 in Santa Monica, California.  She was raised in Santa Monica, San Francisco and Santa Maria, California.  Katharine moved to Dade City in 1962 from Santa Maria.   She was proceeded in death by her husband, Robert F. Bardin, her parents, Morgan S. and Marian F. Tyler, two brothers, Morgan S. and Edward F. Tyler, a nephew, Steven G. Tyler, Dade City.  She was a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law and friend.   She is survived by her four children, Robert F. and his wife Karen, Deanna and her husband A.R. "Chip" Mander III, Richard T. and his wife Dina Bardin, Tricia and her husband Derek Hall, four granddaughters: Morgan, Gentry and Shelby Mander and Bailey Bardin, two grandsons:  Robert "Robbie"  and Matthew Hall.  Katharine is also survived by her sister Virginia Wenzel of Oceanside, CA and her brother John and DeDe Tyler of Spicewood, Texas, her sister-in-law Norma Hawes Tyler of Winter Haven, FL, Monique Tyler of California and Barbara Gresham, Santa Maria, CA.  Her nieces Bunny Cass, Pam Tyler Montgomery, Lisa Snyder, Sherry & Kareen, Gail Gresham, Annie Gresham and Elizabeth Gresham all from California, Debra Syntaschk, Texas and Rena Ludwick, Colorado.   Her nephews Morgan S. Tyler of Dade City, Dr. John Tyler, Colorado, Brian Tyler, Washington, and Gary Gresham, California.  She was a former member of the Pasco County Cowbelles, Dade City Garden Club, Santa Maria Valley Historical Society.  A memorial service will be held at the 301 chapeI at 11:00 A.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2008.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hernando Pasco Hospice or the charity of your choice in her memory.  Many thanks to her caretakers who provided her with loving care and the opportunity to live in her home surrounded by her beloved pets. Thank you Annie Mae, Courtney, Sherrill, Sharlene, Pat, Judy and Cony.  The wonderful staff of the Hernando- Pasco Hospice located at 37445 Clinton Avenue, Dade City, FL  33525.

Loretta Laugere

Laugere, Loretta J., 73, of Dade City passed away Tuesday morning, April 22, 2008 at her home.  She was born June 29, 1934 in Detroit, MI, to Floyd & Ada Gordon Collyer and moved to this area 18 years ago from New Caney, TX.  She was an active member of New Hope Assembly of God.  She is survived by 12 children:  Ralph, Rochelle, Chris, Adele, Jean, Corinne, Roy, Glenn, Rick, John, Yvette, Ella; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held 2pm Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home.  Friends may call one hour prior to service time.  Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Gardens.

Eleanor Neubauer

Neubauer, Eleanor E., 89, of Dade City, died April 18, 2008.  Funeral services will be held at the Dade City Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

 

June E. Garis

Garis, June E., 85, of Dade City died Monday April 21, 2008.  She was born June 28, 1922.  Funeral services are private

Lois Marie Hendry Johnson

Johnson, Lois Marie Hendry, 71, passed away Friday, April 18, 2008 of heart failure at the Florida Hospital in Zephyrhills. Marie was born October 11, 1936 to William Johnson Hendry and Marjorie Jane Smith Hendry, in Dade City.  Marie attended Moody Bible Institute and graduated from Florida Southern College with a Bachelors degree in music. She received her Masters degree in Counseling from the University of South Florida. Marie was a music teacher in the Polk County schools, and served as organist for over fifty years for many denominations in Chicago, Polk County and Pasco County. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carl Henry Johnson, a sister, Diane Sue Mackie, and a son, Carl Henry Johnson, II. She is survived by two sons, Clyde and Sharron Johnson of  Amboy, Washington, and Calvin and Karen Johnson of Lakeland, eight grandchildren.   A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church at 21st and Howard in Dade City. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Free Methodist Church. A Memorial Concert is planned for a later date. 

 

Frank R. Petrock

Petrock, Frank R., 79, of Dade City passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2008 under the care of Hernando-Pasco Hospice in Dade City.  He was born November 23, 1928 in Summit, NJ to Joseph & Margaret Elizabeth McCaffrey Petrock and moved to this area 10 years ago from Succasunna, NJ.  He loved the sunshine, golf, and poker.  He was a good man who loved to help others.  He is survived by his wife of 59 years:  Concetta V. Petrock, Dade City; 5 children:  Margaret Gaffney, Andover, NJ, Anthony Petrock, Andover, NJ, Frank Joseph Petrock, Port Charlotte, FL, Anne Deem, Newton, NJ, Theresa Giordano, Hopatcong, NJ; 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.  He was a loving husband and father who loved all of his grandchildren, great grandchildren and many other family members.  A memorial service will be held 2pm Monday, April 21, 2008 at St. Rita Catholic Church.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Hernando-Pasco Hospice.  He will be missed tremendously.  We love you.

 

Nicholas Valcarcel

Valcarcel, Nicholas, 78, Crystal Springs, FL, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2008.  He was born March 6, 1930 in Cuba.   “Nick” as he was affectionately known to all his Sweetbay customers and coworkers will be missed by all.  Services will be 4 pm Sunday, April 20 at the Hwy 54 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Zephryhills with Father Kanna officiating.   Burial will be later at Hillsborough Memorial Gardens in Brandon.

Nancy J. Curtiss

Curtiss, Nancy J. -Vocalist & Charitable fundraiser loved life and lived t to its fullest fought a courageous battle and is now at rest with her father, Jesse Anderson, her Nonnie and grandparents Guy and Luna Strickland.  She is survived by her loving family including her mother, Pat Anderson, Zephyrhills, sisters; Chris Bracken, Zephyrhills, Lynn Butler, St Pete, brother, Eddie Anderson, Danbury, NC, daughters, Heather Williamson, Myrtle Beach and Jessica Curtis, Grants Pass, Oregon.  A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:30 PM at Community Chapel Church of God, Zephyrhills.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nancy Curtiss Memorial Fund at First National Bank of Pasco.

William F. McLeod, Sr.

McLeod, William F., Sr., 84, Dade City, passed away Monday, April 14, 2008. He was a member, deacon and Sunday School teacher at Lacoochee Baptist Church.   He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was a member of Pipefitters Local #123, Tampa.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Carrie and two sons, Thomas L. Sr. and Mark McLeod.  He is survived by his son, William F. (Kimberly) McLeod Jr., Dade City; daughter, Deborah (Doyle) Johnston, Hampshire, TN; 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.  Services will be 11 am Monday, April 21 at Lacoochee Baptist Church with Rev. Eldridge Parrish officiating.   Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Gardens, Dade City.

Ernest C. Odum, Jr.

Odum, Jr., Ernest C., 72, went home to his heavenly reward on Tuesday, April 15, 2008.  He was preceded in death by his mother:  Mrs. Rowen Odum, and his father:  Ernest C. Odum Sr.  He is survived by his wife of 32 years:  Charlotte Odum; the proud parent of 7 children:  Charlene & Bobby Russ, Rhonda & Matt Marble, Kelly & John DeMello, Emma Balha, Susan & Kraig Faber, Christopher & Tracy Odum, Raymond & April Wren Jr.; 4 sisters:  Barbara Stewart, Nadine & Hilary Stewart, Becky Lou & Carl Sippel, Ernestine & Richard Finson.  He was blessed by 16 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.  Mr. Odum was a member of the Croom-A-Coochee Baptist Church and enjoyed helping people.  He had a very giving heart and liked to share his carpentry skills with those in need.  He will be greatly missed by his loving church family and friends.  Funeral services will be held 11am Saturday, April 19, 2008 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home.  Friends may call 2 hours prior to service time.  Flowers will be gratefully accepted or those that wish may make donations in his memory to Hernando-Pasco Hospice, 12260 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34667.

Darrell John Steenburgh

Steenburgh, Darrell John, 78, went home to be with the Lord on April 15, 2008 very peacefully, with his wife of 56 years at his side at Heartland of Zephyrhills Nursing Home, where a resident of only 3 days.  He was a native of New York, winter resident of Dade City since 1991 after retiring from the White Mop Wringer in Fonda, NY where he worked for 36 years.  Born Sept. 1, 1929 in the town of Mohawk, Montgomery County, NY to the late John and Marion Steenburgh.  Darrell graduated from Fonda High School, Class of 1949.  Darrell enjoyed gardening (being a farmer in the younger years of his life), traveling, his family and many long time friends.  Preceded in death by a daughter, Shelly; brothers John L. Arch; and a sister, Eleanor Crosby.  Survivors include his wife, Frances; sons Jeffery and Kelley, both of St Johnsville, NY; a granddaughter, Shelley Waterman of Lee Center, NY; twin great grandsons, Andrew & William Waterman, NY;  stepchildren, Michelle & Kyle; Sisters, Betty Havlicek (James), Lois Pettit (Ronald), and Donna Steenburgh; an aunt, Dora Steenburgh; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.  Memorial services will take place in Johnstown at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his name should be made to Hernando-Pasco Hospice. 

Donald Edward Storch, Sr.

Storch, Sr, Donald Edward, 74, of St. Leo passed away Monday, April 14, 2008 in Dade City.  He was born January 1, 1934 in San Antonio to Edward Alexander Storch and Amelia Theresa Grief Storch and was a lifelong area resident.  He was a retired Master Electrician and a member of St. Anthony of Padua.  He served as a St. Leo City Commissioner and a San Antonio Volunteer Fireman, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Loyal Order of the Moose, the Pasco County Sheriffs Auxiliary and the NRA.  He is survived by 5 children:  Donald Storch, Jr., Nick Storch, Jody Storch, Christina Holt, Edward Alexander Storch; 3 sisters:  Marlene Sumner, JoAnn Toner, Grace Smith; 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.  The family would like to thank the staff of Heritage Park Care Center for their loving care and attention during these last 6 years.  A memorial service will be held 10:30am, Friday, April 25, 2008 at St. Anthony of Padua in San Antonio.  In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in his memory to the St. Anthony Interparochial Catholic School.

Johnnie Bea Dunn

Dunn, Johnnie Bea, 75 years, Cabbott, AK and formerly of Dade City, passed away Monday, April 14, 2008. She was born March 5, 1933 in Summitt Co, Alabama. She was Pentecostal. She was preceded in death by her son, Zachary T. Dunn.  She is survived by her children: John Thomas, Jr. (Georgia) Dunn, Tonopah, NV, John M. (Brenda) Dunn, Dade City, Mary (Robert) Fisher, Ward, AK, Helen Louise (Michael) Loman, Dade City, Michael (Bonnie) Dunn, Dade City, Dwayne Dunn, Waverly, OH, James Helen Hawk, Phoenix, AZ, Patricia Barnhill, Lake Wales, Carol McDilda , Chicago, IL, Linda Suber, Dade City; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Sunday at the 301 Chapel, Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City. Services will be 11 am Monday with burial at Williams Cemetery.

Florence M. Migut

Migut, Florence M. (Gorlewski), of Dade City, Fl and formerly of Naples, Fl went to be with our Lord, April 14, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve, in 1976. She is survived by 2 daughters, DoloresConnor and husband, Chancie, Linda Palmer and husband, Dennis and 2sons, Stephen Migut and wife Susan and Russell Migut; 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and her spirit will live within us forever. The family would like to express their gratitude and appreciation to the doctor, nurses and volunteers at Hernando Pasco Hospice and Care Center of Dade City fortheir professionalism, compassion and care. Visitation will be 10-1 pm Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Damar-KaminskiFuneral Home, 7861 S 88th Ave., Justice, IL.(708)-496-0200.In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Hernando Pasco Hospice,12107 Majestic Blvd., Hudson, Fl 34667-2460.

Jacqueline "Jackie" Moreno

Moreno , Jacqueline “Jackie” R., 47, Brooksville and formerly of Dade City, passed away Friday, April 11, 2008.  She was born Nov. 16, 1960 in Philadelphia, PA.  She worked in the family business, Dade City Glass.  She is survived by her son, Nick (Betty) Moreno, Dade City; her mother, Irene Harris, Brooksville/Dade City; her former husband, George Moreno and her two grandchildren:  Michael and Alexandria Moreno.  Visitation will be  6 to 8 pm Thursday at the 5^th Street Chapel, Hodges Family Funeral Home.  Mass will be 10 am Friday, April 18 at St. Rita Catholic Church with Father Edwin Palka officiating.   Burial will follow at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Tampa.

William Frank Chisenhall

William Frank Chisenhall, 80, of Dade City passed away April 13, 2008. He served in the United States Army during WWII. He was a member of the Church of God, Dade City.  He is redeceased by his parents; 1 grandchild; 3 brothers and 5 sisters.  He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Alice Marie Upchurch Chisenhall of Dade City, Fl; 2 sons, Frank E. Chisenhall of Valrico, Fl and E. Wayne Chisenhall of Croom-A-Coochee, Fl; 2 Daughters, Brenda L. Jessee of Lakeland, Fl and Shanda D. Welsch of Dade City, Fl; 5 sisters, Matilda McFall of Big Stone Gap, VA, Edna Lipps of Appalachia, VA, Charlotta Hall of Big Stone Gap, VA, Juanita Body of Big Stone Gap, VA and Joyce Wells of Big Stone Gap, VA; 9 children; and 10 great grand children. Friends may call upon the family Wednesday, April 16th at Hodges Family Funeral Home 11441 Us Hwy 301 Dade City. Funeral Services will be 11 Am Thursday at the Funeral Home.

George Elwood Hill

George Elwood Hill, 68, of Zephyrhills, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Kindred Hospital in Tampa. He was born July 17, 1939 in Warminister, PA to Charles and Mable Hill. In 1960 he was united in marriage to Sarah Downs in Wildwood, Fl. After 43 years he retired as an Operating Engineer at International Union Of Operating Engineers. He had a passion for building race cars as well as racing his own, #9 race car. He was a member of the Zephyrhills Masonic Lodge. He helped initiate the founding of the Zephyrhills Moose Lodge. 2 brothers and 1 sister predeceased him. Survivors include his beloved wife of 47 years, Sarah Hill; 2 daughters, Marie (Joseph) Giglio of Lakeland and Cynthia Davis of Lakeland; 1 son, George E. Hill II of Zephyrhills; 4 grandsons, Joseph Giglio III, Benjiman Hill, Dennis Davis II and Cameron Hill; 1 granddaughter, Stephanie Davis. A Graveside Service will be 2 PM Wednesday, April 16^th  at Floral Memory Gardens in Dade City.

Dorothy Klak

Dorothy Klak,  85, of Zephyrhills passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Zephyrhills Health & Rehab Center. She was born December 21, 1922 in Racing, Wisconsin to John and Alvina Kirsch. She was a Sourcing Supervisor in the Healthcare industry for 25 years. Survivors include her husband, Frank Klak; 2 sisters, Shirley McCracken and Irene Nagy; Step children, Ann, Dorothy, Barbara, Jim and Frances. A graveside service will be 1 PM Friday, April 11th at Chapel Hill Gardens.

Anthony William “Little Man” Moats

Moats, Anthony William “Little Man”, 34, Lacoochee, died as a result of an auto accident on Sunday, April 6, 2008 near Bushnell.  He was born December 10, 1973 in Dade City to Anthony Johnny Moats and Marline Dees Moats.   He loved to go fishing, hunting with his father, watching TV including football, car racing and other sports programs.  He opened his own live bait and tackle shop.  He had worked for Davey Tree Company, building bridges, and currently working as an electrician in North Florida.  He is survived by his parents, Anthony Johnny and Marline Dees Moats, his sisters, Lisa Ann Moats and Christine Lucile Moats; his nephews and nieces:  Bianca Garvison, Heather Garvison, Larry Garvison, Jr. and Zachary Payne, all of Lacoochee; many other uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.  Funeral services will be 2 pm Saturday, at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City with burial at Lacoochee Cemetery.  Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm Friday at the funeral home. 

Barbara E. Schlechty Evans

Evans, Barbara E. Schlechty, 89, of Zephyrhills, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the Edwinola, Dade City.  She was born May 14, 1918 in Cowden, OK to William and Chleo Colwell.  She was preceded in death by her husbands:  Everett E. Schlechty in 1986 and George Evans in 2007; son, Donald Ray Schlechty, daughter, Mary Lou Martin, and a grandson, Michael Schlechty.   She is survived by her children:  Vernon (Susan) Schlechty, Land o’Lakes and Ruth E. (Henry) DelCastillo, Colleyville, TX; a sister, Lennis (Tom) Guigni, CA; 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Graveside services will 2:30 Friday, April 11 at Garden of Memories, Tampa.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.

Thomas E. Ackling

Ackling, Thomas E., 70, Zephyrhills, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2008.  Tom retired from Yellow Freight Trucking Systems.  He is survived by his wife, Annette M. Ackling and his children:  Lisa Ryan, Teresa Conklin, Ernest Ackling, Thomas Ackling, Jr., Jennifer Ackling, Brett Ackling and Sarah Ackling; and seventeen grandchildren.  Visitation will be 11-12 Saturday at Hodges Family Funeral Home, Hwy 54 Chapel, Zephyrhills with a service at 12 noon.

 

Harold H. Glover

Harold H. Glover 74, of Brandon passed away April 6, 2008 at Tampa General Hospital. He was born May 13, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA to Harold and Isabel Glover. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He retired from Boeing Vertol as a Composite Fabricator. He was united in marriage to Dolores in Philadelphia, PA who predeceased him in 1976. Survivors include 2 sons, Harold (Candace ) Glover III and Steven Glover; four grandchildren, Sonny Glover, Shane Hewitt, Jennifer Northwood  and Dayna Glover; a great grand child, Jackson Hewitt; a sister, Julia Hall all of Philadelphia, PA and a nephew, Michael Hall.. A Private Memorial Service will be held Friday, April 11, 2008 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 11441 US Hwy 301 Dade City, Fl 33525. The Family will be accepting flowers at the Funeral Home.

Alfred J. "Joe" Ivie

Ivie, Alfred J., “Joe”, 93, of Dade City, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008.  He was born in Alabama on June 28, 1914 and moved to Atlanta as a young child.  In 1939 he moved to Jacksonville, and served in the US Navy during WWII.  He moved to Dade City in 2002.  He was a member of the F&A Masons in Jacksonville since 1942, and was Past Master of Riverside Lodge #266.  He was a hard working, loving and caring man and has been described as all the best humanity has to offer.  Survivors include two sons, A.J. Ivie, Jr. and his wife Janet, of Dade City and Glenn A. Ivie and his wife Patricia of Jacksonville; two daughters, Mary Perry Roussel of Lakeland and Emily Hill of Seattle; a sister, Mary Dell Sutton of Coral Springs, Fla.; 9 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Ester Ivie, and his second wife, Lorene Ivie in 1997.  A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 12:30p.m.at the First Presbyterian Church in Dade City.  In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the charity of your choice. 

Wayne R. Druda

Druda, Wayne R., 58, of Dade City, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2008 at home.  A native of New Jersey, he moved to this area in 1993.  He was a retired Executive Assistant in Retail Sales.  He was Jehovah’s Witnesses and an active member of the Dade City North Congregation.  Survivors include his father, Dante Druda of Dunnellon; his mother, Pearl Druda of New Port Richey; and a sister, Joyce Patterson and her husband, Jim of Dunnellon.  He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Druda.  Memorial Services will be held in the Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Dade City at 3pm on Saturday, April 12, 2008.

Ruby L. Butler

Ruby L. Butler, 69 of Dade City went to join her Daughter Linda in heaven on Sunday, March 30,2008 under the care of Hernando Pasco Hospice. She was a beloved Mama, Nanny, Sister and Friend. Ruby was preceded in death by her father and mother Felton and Maude Hill. Her daughter Linda Smith and brother in law Ennis Kennedy, nephews Jimmy Hill and David Kennedy. Ruby was born September 06,1938 in Zephyrhills, FL. Where she grew up attending and graduating from Zephryhills High School. She was employed at Bealls Department Store for over 20 years always taking great pride and joy in her work. One of her favorite past times was playing the slot machines at Seminole Casino with her daughter Pam.She was a devoted and dearly loving mother to her surviving children her daughter Pamela Tait and son George "Buddy" Butler Jr both of Dade City. Proud and loving Nanny to Jennifer Robinson, Jeremy Tait, Eric Smith and Jesse Smith all of Dade City. Son in law Danny Smith also of Dade City. Two of her greatest joys in life were her two great grandsons Jakavus "Jay" Robinson and Logan Tait  of Dade City. Loving sister to her brothers Odis Hill and wife Bunny of Dade City and Ira Hill and wife Cindy of Chilotte, North Carolina. Special sister to Mildred Kennedy of Zephyrhills. Ruby also leaves behind many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends who all loved her. Special friends Steve, Dottie,Terri, Kat and life long friend Priss. Ruby will be remembered most for her sparkling blue eyes , her  giggle, compassion toward all and her love of life. There will be a gathering for family and friends on Thursday April 3,2008 between the hours of 6:00- 8:00pm Hodges Funeral home S.301 Dade City. Funeral services will take place Friday April 04,2008 at 11:00am.Flowers will be accepted or donations may be given to the Hernando Pasco Hospice of Dade City. Heaven has a new special angel named Ruby now. Till we meet again Mama, always loved and forever in our hearts. Love you Nanny, love jay.

Delores "Tina" Barton

Delores Barton, “Tina”, 54, born and raised in Dade City, passed away Monday, March 31, 2008 at Lakeland Regional Hospital. She is survived by her parents, Marie and Ray Henley of Live Oak, Fl; her loving companion, Jerry Cleveland of Dade City;4 children, Jean Hisler, Wyman Jackson, Richard Jackson and Johnny Adams; most loving to her heart her 7 grandchildren, Kayla ,Christopher, Devin, Cassidy, Skylar, Christian and Rebecca; 3 sisters, Gloria Riley of Tampa, Belinda Johnson of Live Oak, Fl and Hilda Jean Smith and many more family members who will miss her. “Mom may you rest in peace. You will always be in our hearts and prayers” Friends are invited 6-8 Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Hodges Family Funeral Home 14046 5th Street, Dade City, Fl. Funeral Services will be 2 Pm Friday at the Funeral Home. Burial will take place at Floral Memory Gardens.

Michael J. Williams

Williams, Michael J., 62, of Hudson, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at Community Hospital in New Port Richey.  A native of New Hampshire, he moved to this area in 1979.  He was retired from Mike Williams Construction and was Catholic by faith.  Survivors include his wife, Inez; his children, Karen Reilly of Tampa, Teena Avadakian and Michael Williams both of Zephyrhills; a stepdaughter, Jill Costello of Virginia; four brothers, Russell and Stephen Williams, both of New Hampshire, Christopher Williams of California and Kerry Williams of Nevada; a sister, Peggy Sullivan of Dade City; and three grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held in the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2008.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Floral Memory Gardens.

Dorothy H. Landreth

Landreth, Dorothy H., 80, Zephyrhills, passed away, Wednesday, April 2, 2008. She was born March 19, 1928 in Scottsville, NY to Leon and Julia Elliott.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, William Landreth in 2005..  She is survived by  her three children:  Daniel Elliott (Dayna) Christopher, Idaho Falls, ID Bruce (Julia) Christopher, Zephyrhills and Patricia Landreth, Zephyrhills; her siblings, Marge Spezzano, Cocoa Beach, FL, Arthur Elliott, Victor, NY and Billy Elliott, Titusville, FL; two grandchildren:  Jason (Melissa) Quattlebaum and Mandy Quattlebaum and two great grandchildren: Kiersten and Landen.

Bert F. Hartford

Hartford, Bert F., 88 of Zephyrhills, Fl, passed away April 1, 2008 under the care of Hernando-Pasco Hospice in Dade City, Fl.  He was born December 18, 1919 in Rochester, NH to Llyle and Josie (Glidden) Hartford.  He lived in So. Lebanon, ME, until moving to Zephyrhills in 2003. He worked as a machinist in Sanford, ME and Gonic, NH.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 yeas, Isabelle (Russell) Hartford; two step-children, daughter, Sandi Drew Roberge (Don), of Crystal River, FL; son Larry Drew (Denise) of Zephyrhills, Fl; two sisters, Lois Bourgoine of Rochester, NH and Esther Fortin of East Rochester, NH; one brother, Llyle Hartford of Morrill, ME.  Memorial services will be held May 2, 2008 at the First Congregational Church, Fort King Rd. Zephyrhills, FL.  Contributions can be made to Hernando-Pasco Hospice, 12107 Majestic Blvd. Hudson, Fl. 34667-2460

William Donald Murphy

William Donald Murphy passed away on March 31, 2008 at his home in Wesley Chapel.  He was born the son of Peter and Frances Murphy, on August 7, 1935 in Port Ewen, New York   He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1960, including the Korean War.  He married the love of his life, Fidelina Menendez, on December 26, 1954.  “Bill” worked in the metal business as warehouse laborer, salesman, and retired as vice president of his own company.  He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Pete and Jack, his sister and brother-in- law, Betty and Clarence Gardner, and brother-in-law Joseph Carrubba..  He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Fidelina: his son, William D. Murphy and wife Crystal of Wesley Chapel; his daughter Deborah Jenney and husband Stephen of Jackman, Maine; 5 grandchildren,  and 4 great grandchildren; sisters June Carrubba, Rosemary Allen and husband Frank, all of Kingston, New York; brother-in-laws, Wllliam Kracht and wife Barbara of Tampa,,  Jose Menendez of Indiana; and many nieces  and nephews  A memorial service will be held 11 am Saturday, April 5  at the Hodges Family Funeral Home, Zephyrhills, Florida.  The family wishes to thank Hernando Pasco Hospice for their support and special care they provided during this difficult time

David A. Solan

David A. Solan, 59, of Wesley Chapel, FL died unexpectedly March 25, 2008. He was born in Hammond, IN and had recently moved with his family to Wesley Chapel in July 2007. He was a 12 year veteran of the US Air Force and had served in the Vietnam War. He retired in 2003 with 24 years as a pilot with American Airlines. His greatest gift of life was spending time with his family. Survivors include his loving wife, Kimberly; son, Matthew; daughter, Jamie Caroline; mother, Irene Solan; siblings, Joseph Solan (Maureen) and Sara Powell (Steve); and many other close family members and friends.  A Graveside service will be held at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL Thursday,  April 3, 2008 at 11:00 AM with Military Honors.

Anabel “Ann” Burghardt  McKenzie Friedman

Friedman, Anabel “Ann” Burghardt  McKenzie, 87, of Wesley Chapel, FL,  died Monday, March 31, 2008.  She was born in Baker, Montana, she and her husband, Max relocated to Florida about 1952.  Anabel is preceded by her husband, Max in 1995.   She leaves behind six children:  Georgeann, George, Jr., Gordon, Kerry, Kim and Kevin; six grandchildren:  Ron Wilhite, Julie Ann McKenzie, Kristin McKenzie, Kerry McKenzie, Jr., Lawson McKenzie and Teri Jo McKenzie;  six great grandchildren:  Brittney Watson, Joshua McKenzie, Megan McKenzie, Devan McKenzie, Mikayla McKenzie and Kiera Ann McKenzie.  Mrs. Friedman retired as a nursing assistant from Tampa General Hospital.  She accomplished many things during her lifetime, however, she would tell you her greatest accomplishment and legacy were her children.  Her greatest love and joy in life was her personal relationship with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Truly Anabel was the example of the virtuous woman found in Proverbs 31 in God’s Word, The Bible.  “She stretched out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.  Strength and Honor are her clothing; She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.  Her children arise up and call her blessed;” Proverbs 31:20, 25, 27, 28 KJV).  She was a member of Victorious Life Church in Wesley Chapel.  Thank you Mom!  Truly you will be missed by all who’s lives you touched.

Walter J. Ponticell

Ponticell, Walter J., Jr. “Wally”, 59, Wesley Chapel, passed away Monday, March 31, 2008 at  East Hernando Pasco Hospice, Dade City.   He was born July 3, 1948 in Chicago, IL the son of Walter, Sr. and Barbara  Ponticell.  He was an Air Force Viet Nam Veteran.  He retired from Motorola as a computer network security specialist.   He has lived in the area the last 5 years.   He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Dr. Judith A. Ponticell; his brother, Paul Glenn (Leslie) Ponticell, his nephew, Brian Ponticell, both of Chicago; his mother-in-law, Evelyn Ackerman Chicago; a sister-in-law, Joan Ackerman, Carol Stream, IL.  Memorial Services will be 3 pm Sunday, April 6  at Hodges Family Funeral Home, Hwy 54 Chapel, Zephyrhills. 

Charles "Charlie Brown" Crisp

Crisp, Charles, “Charlie Brown”, 89, of Dade City, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Royal Oak Nursing Center.  A native of Kentucky, he spent most of his life in Virginia working in a Coal Mine.  He was a decorated WWII Veteran serving in Europe from D-Day thru the Battle of the Buldge.  He retired and moved to this area in 1979.  He was a member of the Moose Lodge, VFW, and the UMWA.  Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Blanche; two sons, Gerald Crisp and his wife, Mary of Webster and Phillip R. Crisp and his wife, Dianne of Dade City; a brother, Leon Crisp of Tracy City, TN; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 4, 2008 at the 5^th Street Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Burial will follow at Florida National Cemetery.

Joseph Edward Hans

Hans, Joseph Edwards, Sr., 79, Zephyrhills, FL. passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008.  He was born April 6, 1928 in Camden, NJ to Harry and Lucy Hans. He was a Korean War Army Veteran and member of Teamsters Local #676 (Bryan Meats Co).  He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna May Catling Hans, 3 sisters and a brother.   He is survived by his children:  Bertha (John) Panzarella, Zephyrhills, Joseph E. (Becky) Hans, Jr., TN, Norma Jean (Sonny) Clark, NJ, William L (Debbie) Hans, Sr., NH, and Joann E. (James) Anderson, Florida; two brothers, Charles Hans, Sr., NJ and Edward Hans, Sr., FL, Sister, Ruth Coffer, OK;  14 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

Steven A. Edwards

Edwards, Steven A., 57, Wesley Chapel, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008.  He was born Jan. 27, 1951 in Tampa, the son of Harold and Evelyn Edwards.  He was retired from US Postal Service.  He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Janice Edwards; his daughter, Natalie (Daniel Beringhele) Edwards of Chicago; his father and stepmother, Harold  and Sue Edwards, Franklin, NC;  his siblings, Theresa (Michael) Millsap, and William Edwards, both of Tampa; many other relatives  and friends.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Edwards.  Graveside services will be 2 pm Thursday, April 3 at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, Tampa

Kathryn Clela Foxworth

Foxworth, Clela Kathryn, 86, a lifelong Dade City resident, past away Sunday, March 30, 2008 in Zephyrhills.  She was born February 9, 1922 in Dade City to William Ben & Clela Agner Stone.  She worked as a teacher at the First Baptist Church school program and a Certified Nursing Assistant at Royal Oaks Nursing Home.  She was preceded in death by her husband:  William Arthur Foxworth, and her son:  William Arthur Foxworth II.  She is survived by 2 daughters:  Margie Jane & Luther Goodwin, Dade City, Betty C. & Johnny Bryan, Tampa; 5 grandchildren:  L. Wayne Goodwin II, Lakeland, Randall Lee Goodwin, Dade City, Richard & Connie Moore Jr., Tallahassee,  Michael Moore, Tampa, Christopher Foxworth, Homosassa, Christy & Chris Heaverin, Tampa; 9 great grandchildren:  Ashlie Goodwin, Jennifer & Matt Rosario, Jordan Chambers, Rose Barber, Jessica Barber, Allen Barber, Jim & Alicia Winters, Jeff Winters, Abigail Heaverin; and 1 great great granddaughter:  Jordan Marie Rosario.  Funeral services will be held 11am Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Floral Memory Gardens.  Friends may call from 6-8pm Tuesday evening at the funeral home.  Flowers will be gratefully accepted or those that wish may make donations in her memory to Hernando-Pasco Hospice. 

Esther Hancock

Hancock, Esther D., 87, Dade City, passed away Friday, March 28, 2008.  She was born August 1, 1920 in Tampa, FL to Daniel and Janie Wiggins.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard J. Hancock.  She is survived by her son, Barry (Sandy) Hancock, Tampa; two grandchildren, Kelly and Kevin Hancock.  Graveside services will be 9 am Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Townsend House Cemetery, Dade City.

Thomasina “Tommie” Kleppinger

Kleppinger, Thomasina “Tommie” G., 73, Zephyrhills, passed away March 28, 2008 of lung cancer.  She was born June 29, 1934 to Samuel Magro & Katherine O’Brien Magro in Philadelphia, PA the 3rd of 10 children.  On January 28, 1950 she married John L. Kleppinger & raised 8 children.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Frank & sister Dolores.  She is survived by her husband, 4 sons, John (Ray Leiker) Kleppinger, Jr. Palm Springs, CA, Tom (Lorrie) Kleppinger, Doylestown, PA, Jim (Barbara) Kleppinger, Lancaster, PA, Dan Kleppinger, Philadelphia, 4 daughters, Diane (John) Surra, Deming, NM, Janice Blewitt, Pinehill, NJ, Joyce (Billy) Filing, Burlington, NJ & Bev (Tim) Hutchins, Philadelphia. She is also survived by her brothers, Sam (Patte) Magro, NJ, Bucky (June) Magro, PA & FL and Charlie (Patsy) Magro, NC; sisters, Kate Signore, FL, Barbara Yorgan, FL, Patricia Jacker, PA and Bev (Joe) McCormick, PA and 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren & many nieces     & nephews, also 2 angels, Valerie Nagy and Susie Hicks. Thomasina was a loving wife, mother, grandmother & great-grandmother as well as a dear sister & friend to many.  She devoted herself to caring for her husband & all others she loved.  Her passion in life was children; both her own & any that had the pleasure of meeting her.  She was happiest when holding a baby & how her eyes would sparkle when playing with them.  She retired to Zephyrhills with John where they redid their wedding vows twice in the last few years.  She was a devout Roman Catholic who cherished her faith & was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.  In lieu of flowers or gifts, please send donations to Hernando Pasco Hospice, 37445 Clinton Ave., Dade City, Florida in her name.  Visitation will be held Monday, March 31, 2008 from 10:00 – 11:00 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 54 Chapel with a service to follow at 11:00.

Bonnie L. Miklas

Miklas, Bonnie L., 44, Zephyrhills, passed away Monday, March 24, 2008 at her home under the care of Hernando Pasco Hospice.  She was born October 18, 1963 in Utica, NY. She was an electrician and member of IBEW  Local  #915.  She is survived by her husband, Allen Miklas; her children:  Jennifer  Solano and husband Arron, Seffner and Daniel Stone, Zephyrhills;  her parents, Yvonne and Clifford Swanson, Zephyrhills; her siblings,  Carol Bascom, Southwick, MA, Donald Cook, Santa Fe, TN, Robert Cook, Santa Fe, TN’ grandchildren:  Connor and Cadance Levesque; many other relatives and friends.  Visitation will be held from 5 to 6 pm Thursday, March 27, 2008 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, Zephyrhills with a service to follow at 6 pm. 

Roger J. Bretch

Bretch, Roger J., 82, of ridge Manor, passed away on March 24, 2008 at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills.  A native of New York, he moved to this area in 1987 after his retirement from the Sylvania Company.  He was a member of  the VFW, the American Legion, the RSES in Syracuse and was Methodist by faith.  Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Joan; a son, James Bretch of Syracuse; 3 stepchildren, Carol Ferrell of Liverpool, NY, John Zello of Syracuse and Theresa Kowalczuk of Mattydale, NY; a brother, Lester Bretch of Waterville, NY ; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held at Graveside at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 4, 2008 at Florida National Cemetery. 

 

Lucinda Cook

Cook, Lucinda, 55,  Richland, FL, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Hernando Pasco Hospice.   She was born Feb. 2, 1953 in Benham, KY to Finley and Opal Reynolds.   She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Charles  Cook; her children:  Glenn (Loretta) Cook, Lacoochee, Melvin (Christy) Cook, Dade City, Percilla (David) Whiddon, Dade City, Carlena Wright, Dade City and Katrena Cook, Timmonsville, SC; 11 grandchildren:  her siblings, Ray (Darlene) Reynolds, Effingham, SC, Roberta Reynolds, Effingham, SC and Harrell Reynolds, Timmonsville, SC; many other relatives and friends.  Visitation will be 1-2 pm Thursday, at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City.   Service will follow at 2 pm with Rev. Randall Belcher officiating.

Paul A. Semian

Semian, Paul A., 65, Grand Horizons, Zephyrhills, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2008.  He was born Dec. 21, 1942 in Bridgeport, CT to Andrew and Jule Semian.   He retired from Northwest Airlines after 37 years.   He served in the US Air Force during Viet Nam conflict.  He loved to travel, huge NASCAR fan and working on his computer.  He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Rosemary Semian; his brother, Michael (Gail) Semian, Syracuse, NY; his sister, Marion Krawczyszyn, Cleveland, OH; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  Visitation will be 10-11 am Friday at the 54 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Zephyrhills.   Service will follow at 11 am.   Interment with military honors will be 2:30 Friday at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LifeLink Legacy Fund, 409 Bayshore Blvd., Tampa 33606

Dean S. Holton, Jr.

Dean S. Holton Jr., 100, of Zephyrhills passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at Wesbrooke Manor. He was born October 6, 1907 in West Virginia. Survivors include niece, Sharon (Don) Koehler of Muskegon, Michigan; great nephew, Daniel (Linda) James, great great nephews, Matthew and David James of Nunica, Michigan.

Robert L. Bolen

Bolen, Robert L., 74, Dade City, Florida, passed away Monday, March 24, 2008.   He was born August 12, 1933 in DeKalb, IL to John and Anna Bolen.   He retired from General Motors after 32 years.  Has wintered in Dade City for 12 years, and permanently moved 5 years ago.  Member of Elks and Moose Lodges, Zephyrhills  and Eagles Lodge, Dade City.  He was preceded in death by his parents.  He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patty Bolen; his children:  Bonnie (the late Wes) Rindfleisch, Dade City; Douglas Emery, Las Vegas, NV and Cindy (Bob) Sweet, Lansing, MI; his siblings, Marianna (Bob) Wells, Rock Island, IL and John (Thelma) Bolen, CA; and his two grandchildren:  Ian Robert and Amanda Grace.  Visitation will be 5 to 7 pm, Wednesday at the 301 Chapel of  Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City.  Graveside will be 11 am Thursday at Chapel Hill Gardens. 

Robert E. Dew

Dew, Robert E. 65, of Bradenton, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2008 at home.  A Dade City native, he moved to Bradenton in 2003.  He was a retired Math Teacher in St. Petersburg and had previously lived in Georgia.  A UF Graduate, he was a Vietnam Era Veteran of the US Army.  Survivors include a son, Greg Dew, and his wife, Kimberly of New Port Richey; a daughter, Laura Kaplan, MD and her husband, Michael of Houston, TX; five siblings, David Dew and his wife, Lynn of St. Louis, Jim Dew, PhD, and his wife Vivian, PhD of Santa Barbara, CA, Wilbur Dew, and his wife, Patsy of Dade City, John Dew and his wife, Bernice of Tampa and Virginia Dew Blake and her husband, Norman, PhD of Dade City; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by three siblings, Joy Dew Russell, Max Dew and George Dew.  Funeral services will be held at 12 noon in the 5^th Street Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home on Thursday, March 27, 2008 with Rev. Kevin Morris officiating.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the Florida Pioneer Museum. 

Tracy L. Tillis

Tillis, Tracy L., 22, Dade City passed away Thursday, March 20, 2008 as a result of an automobile accident.   She was born  February 16, 1986 in Zephyrhills to Charles Tillis and Melanie Schofield.  She was  preceded in death by her grandmother, Jean Morrison and sister, Cynthia Lee.  She is survived by her children:  Savannah (3) and Zachary (4) Allison; her boyfriend, Keith Allison; father, Charles Tillis; mother, Melanie Schofield; siblings:  Sophia Jones, Mindy Tillis and Marcus Tillis; grandparents:  Eddie Schofield and Nancy Harvey, Corine and Jimmy Blunt; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  “She was the best and loving mother”.  Visitation will be 6 to 8 pm Monday at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City.  The service will be 10 am Tuesday at the funeral home with burial to follow at Floral Memory Gardens, Dade City.

William Evert Saylers

Salyers, William Evert, 73, Zephyrhills, passed away  March 21, 2008.  He was born August 21,   1934 in Louisa, KY. He is survived by his loving family including his wife Patricia, son Bill,  daughters, Brenda, Terry and Tammy.

 

Leta Carr Coats

Coats, Leta Carr, 78, of Kathleen, passed away March 15, 2008.  She was a long time resident of Kathleen, Fla and retired as a lunch room employee of Kathleen Junior High School after 27 years of service.  She was a charter member of Cornerstone Baptist Church.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Coats, parents Will and Verlie Carr, and sister Evelyn Langenhorst.  Survivors include her three daughters, Gayle Miller of Trenton, GA, Deanna Williams and Rona Kirby, both of Leesburg; two sisters, Doretha Herring of Kathleen and Hilda Ferguson of Raleigh, NC; six grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Dade City Cemetery with Ronald Ray officiating. 

Daniel B. O'Dea

O’Dea, Daniel B., 75, of Zephyrhills, passed away Monday, March 17, 2008 in Dade City under the care of Hernando-Pasco Hospice.  He was born January 31, 1933 in Astoria, NY, to Edmond & Mary Hester O’Dea and moved to this area 4 years ago from Long Island, NY.  He was retired from the Public School System in New York, attended the First United Methodist Church in Zephyrhills, and was a friend of Bill Wilson for 34 years.  He is survived by his wife of 15 years:  Constance C. O’Dea, Zephyrhills, FL, one son:  Joseph Trimpin, Zephyrhills, FL, one daughter:  Kerriann Chiorando, Long Island, NY, his sister:  Mary Larson, Long Island, NY, his brother:  Edmond & (Bea) O’Dea, two grandsons:  Jesse and Dakota, several nieces, nephews, and many other close family members.  Memorial services will be held 2pm Friday, April 4, 2008 at the First United Methodist Church in Zephyrhills.  In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in his memory to His Store House Thrift Center, 35362 State Route 54, Zephyrhills, Florida 33541.

Virginia Ann Arduengo Duff

Duff, Virginia Ann Arduengo, 78, of Dade City, FL passed away Sunday, March 16, 2008 in Dade City.  Virginia was born in Tampa to Anthony Joseph and Virginia Haskins Arduengo.  She was the great great granddaughter of Levi and Nancy Dixon Collar, one of Tampa’s pioneer families.  She attended Sacred Heart Academy.  She married Arthur M. Duff on March 25, 1948.  They lived and raised their family in Dade City.  Art and Virginia were married for 60 years.  She was preceded in death by her parents:  Tony and Virginia, and her brother:  Eugene Thomas Arduengo.  She is survived by her husband:  Arthur M. Duff of Dade City; her sons:  Arthur J. Duff and his wife Cheryl of Battleground, WA, Daniel e. Duff and his wife Katherine of Lake City, FL, her daughter Teresa Duff Dillon and her husband John of Dade City, FL, her brother:  Anthony J. Arduengo of Georgia; and grandchildren:  John P. Dillon II, Joshua C. Dillon and his wife Kimberly, Keely Duff, Alex Duff, and Miranda Duff.  There will be no wake or funeral services.  In remembrance of Virginia, she requested donations be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 12502 Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612-9499.