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Anna Virginia Gavin

Anna Virginia Gavin

Aug 23, 2023

Anna Virginia Gavin, age 93, of Dade City FL, passed away on August 23, 2023. Anna was born on August 15, 1930, in Alabama to John and Goldie Smith, and enjoyed her large family of 7 siblings. Anna is survived by her sister; Pat Carter, children; Rick and his wife Patti Gavin, John and his wife Dianna Gavin, along with...

Lenna Goodwin

Lenna Goodwin

Aug 23, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved mother, daughter, grandmother, and sister, Lenna Mercer-Goodwin. Born on June 1, 1968, Lenna took her last breath on August 23, 2023. In her 55 years of life, she left an indelible mark on the lives of all she touched. Lenna was best known for her good-hearted spirit,...

Joann Ellen Johnson

Joann Ellen Johnson

Aug 22, 2023

Joann Ellen Johnson, 90, of Zephyrhills passed away August 22, 2023 at American House. She was born November 19, 1932 in Rock County, WI to Norman and Ella Dresser. Joann was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Gene Dresser. She is survived by her husband, Earl Johnson; children, Peggy Fleck, Penny Terpstra-Vogel (Chares), Pamela Woodrich and sister,...

David John Barr Sr.

David John Barr Sr.

Aug 19, 2023

David John Barr Sr., 69, son of the late Gertrude and John Barr, was born on March 29, 1954 in Homestead, Pennsylvania. Retired Navy OSCS (SW) Senior Chief passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in Dade City Florida, survived by his wife of 49 years, Rosa Barr, sons Matthew and David Jr., daughters Mary and Michelle, two brothers, three...

Frankie Sumner Goldsby

Frankie Sumner Goldsby

Aug 19, 2023

Frankie Sumner Goldsby (Wubbena) 83, of St. Petersburg , Fl passed away on August 19, 2023 after a long battle with dementia. Frankie was a descendant of the Pasco County pioneering families of Sumner's and Thrasher's. Born on December 17, 1939 in Dade City to parents Joseph D Sumner and Ruth Auton Sumner. Frankie graduated from Pasco High School class...

Vicki Badia

Vicki Badia

Aug 19, 2023

Loving mother, wife, and "Nonny", Vicki Lynn (Wooley) Badia (58), of Zephyrhills, FL, passed away on August 19th, 2023. Vicki was born on February 3rd, 1965, in Silver Creek, NY, to Albert Wooley and Barbara Mason-Bruno.

Vicki began dating her husband, Robert Badia, at the tender age of 16, and the two were married for over 40...

Joann Wilks

Joann Wilks

Aug 19, 2023

JoAnn Wilks, 85, of Dade City, Florida passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023. She was born in Spring Creek, Georgia on February 4, 1938, to Willis and Bedia Braswell. She attended Carrabelle High School. JoAnn retired as the director of Wesley Creative School. JoAnn and James married on August 4, 1956, and spent 57 years together. They built a beautiful...

Helen Ruth Andrews

Helen Ruth Andrews

Aug 17, 2023

ANDREWS, Helen Ruth, age 89, of Zephyrhills, passed away on August 17, 2023. She was born on July 13, 1934, in Canaan, Maine to parents Horace Alton Bryant and Ruth Elizabeth (Staples) Bryant.

Helen moved to Wells, Maine at age 6 and lived there until her marriage in 1955 to Paul Andrews. She graduated from business college...

Paul B Rockwell

Paul B Rockwell

Aug 11, 2023

Paul Benjamin Rockwell, 87, passed away on August 11, 2023, in Brooksville, FL. Paul was born on January 30, 1936, in Macomb, IL, to loving parents Cecil and Mary Rockwell. He grew up with four siblings. Paul worked at Fox Valley Fire and Safety until he retired. He married his wife, Evelyn Irene (Haines) Rockwell, on August 18, 1956, in...

James Peter Bovis

James Peter Bovis

Aug 11, 2023

A LIFE WELL LIVED! SEMPER FI! James "Jim" Peter Bovis, 86, of Tampa, Florida, fell asleep in the Lord on August 11, 2023. He was born in 1936 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to his loving and adored parents Peter and Estelle Bovis. After attending four years at St. James School for Boys and Shattuck Military Academies in Faribault, MN, Jim...

William Edward Cline

William Edward Cline

Aug 10, 2023

Capt. William Edward (Bill) Cline, 76, of Dade City Florida entered eternal life Thursday, August 10, 2023, after a short illness. He was born December 1, 1947, in Port Huron, Michigan, the son of the late William and Mary (Taylor) Cline. Bill graduated from Port Huron Northern High School in 1965 and served honorably with the United States Air Force...

Mary Pearlina Hightower

Mary Pearlina Hightower

Aug 7, 2023

Mary Pearlina Hightower, 74, of Dade City, Florida passed on August 7, 2023. Mary was born on December 11, 1948 in Lake Butler, Florida to James Middleton Hightower and Carolyn Leila Harnage. A time of visitation will take place on Friday, August 11, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hodges Family Funeral Home in Dade City, Florida. A...

Mabel Louise Toth

Mabel Louise Toth

Aug 7, 2023

On Monday August 7th 2023, Mabel Louise Toth, loving wife and mother of 3 boys, passed away at the age of 96. Mabel was born on September 19,1926 in Detroit Michigan to John and Mary Bennett. She joined the Canadian Army at the age of 17 and served during WWII. She married Joseph Toth on May 3rd 1952, and...

Malcolm Nicholas Gibbs

Malcolm Nicholas Gibbs

Aug 6, 2023

Malcolm Nicholas Gibbs Jr. August 6, 2023 one of our branches broke off our tree. Malcolm Nicholas Gibbs Jr. "Buddy" (August 17, 1955 August 6, 2023) has taken his last run. Malcolm is survived by his wife Violet Gibbs of 49 years. His only son Malcolm N. Gibbs III and wife Jennifer, Grandchildren Malcolm IV, Jordan, and Shelby. His beloved...

Leonard A. Caye Sr.

Leonard A. Caye Sr.

Aug 5, 2023

CAYE, Leonard A. Sr., 82, of Dade City, FL, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 5th, 2023. Leonard was born on March 15th, 1941 in East Hartford, CT to parents, Charles E. Caye Sr. And Florence (House) Caye. He was the youngest of eight siblings. Leonard lived in Connecticut, California, and Florida, and retired from the City of Dade...

Thomas Fizia

Thomas Fizia

Aug 5, 2023

Thomas Fizia, 78, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023 at his home in Zephyrhills after a long battle with cancer. Thomas served in the United States Army. He is survived by his wife, Mary; son, Robert; stepchildren, Ricky Brown, Deborah Reed and Melissa Crisp and 10 grandchildren. A memorial service will be conducted 11 AM August 18th at Hodge...

Kenneth James Buss Jr.

Kenneth James Buss Jr.

Aug 3, 2023

This August 3, 2023, Kenneth James Buss, Jr. took his final breath. The sun rose and welcomed Ken on November 6, 1958, a day the world became a little brighter. Ken lived a full and warm life, filled with joy. He is survived by many loving individuals, including his daughter Britni (Scott) Fitzgerald grandchildren Avery and Nora, his son Kenneth...

Mark Alan Humphreys

Mark Alan Humphreys

Aug 3, 2023

Mark Alan Humphreys, 64, of Wesley Chapel, FL passed away on August 3rd, 2023, in the comfort of his home. Mark was born on September 9th, 1958, in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Robert Humphreys and Gloria Humphreys Smith. Mark is survived by Debbie Humphreys, devoted wife of 36 years and best friend of 44 years. He...

Monica Michelle Locke

Monica Michelle Locke

Aug 3, 2023

In loving memory of Monica Michelle Locke:

Born Monica Michelle Anderson on November 19, 1958, in Queens, New York to the late Daisy Jeannette Anderson. Not long after, her path crossed with James Locke, Jr., her future husband, who lovingly adopted her, and she became Monica Locke; she was affectionately known as "G" by those who cherished...

James Edward Mathis

James Edward Mathis

Jul 30, 2023

James Edward Mathis, 67, of Dade City, Florida passed on Sunday, July 30th, 2023. James was born January 26th, 1956 in Marianna, Florida to the late Josh Mathis Jr. and Dora Lee Mathis. He was one of five children. He is preceded in death by his siblings: Devora Mathis, Sharron and Darion Mathis, Nicole Mention (Thomas) and survived by Imogene...

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