Ms. Gloria Elaine Santiago
May 17, 2026
Gloria Santiago, affectionately known as “Booby,” was born on March 15, 1957, in Cuthbert, Georgia, to the late Richard A. Robinson and Melissa Elizabeth Davis. She attended Gary Adult High School and was known for her loving spirit, strong personality, and generous heart. Gloria found great joy in cooking and caring for others. She especially loved feeding people and teaching...
Airmenta "Ment" Alexander
May 10, 2026
Airmenta “Ment” Alexander of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, in Macon, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family. She was a woman of remarkable character and a loving nature. Fondly known as “Ment,” she proudly held the name Airmenta close to her heart. Born on October 14, 1950, in Tampa, Florida, she was the daughter of George...
Mr. Steve Lamar Jackson
May 9, 2026
From the very beginning, Steve Lamar Jackson, affectionately known as “Mayo,” brought joy, laughter, and unforgettable energy into the lives of everyone around him after being born on August 15, 1970, in Tampa, Florida. Steve was a proud graduate of Everett’s Residential Electrician Program in 2014, proving it was never too late to sharpen your skills and light up the...
Deacon Willie L. Grant, Jr.
May 8, 2026
Deacon Willie L. Grant Jr. was born on August 6, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Willie Lee Grant, Sr. and Clara Lawson Grant. He was also welcomed into the family by his older sister, Dorothy Sue Grant, and became the first of four sons born to the Grant family. Raised in the Hyde Park community of North Memphis, Willie attended...
Constance Marie Washington
May 5, 2026
Constance Washington was born in Clearwater, FL, to the late Hulon and Mary Ponder. She attended largo high school, located in Pinellas County. She moved to Tampa, FL and remained a resident. She worked at the Ice Palace-Amalie Arena until her health failed. She attended New Friendship Missionary Church, K Gardner, pastor. She was loved by many and will be...
Cory Demetris McCullough
May 5, 2026
Cory Demetris McCullough was born on October 15, 1979, and departed this life to be with the Lord on May 5, 2026. Cory’s journey with Christ began at a young age. He was baptized and faithfully served on the usher board for many years. Even in the midst of turmoil, he knew that God was his firm foundation and the...
Mr. James Kelly "Bo"
May 5, 2026
Mr. James Kelly, affectionately known as “Bo,” was born on October 31, 1938, in Valdosta, Georgia. A quiet and gentle giant with a sincere heart and warm spirit. He lived a life rooted in faith, service, and love for others. Mr. Kelly departed this earthly life, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his family, church,...
Mr. Anthony Mitchell
May 4, 2026
Anthony Mitchell was born on August 12, 1954, in Tampa, Florida. He was raised in a loving community and began attending First Baptist Church of College Hill as a little boy, where he built a strong spiritual foundation and lifelong relationships. Anthony enjoyed the simple pleasures of life and was especially fond of fishing and bowling. Whether spending quiet time...
Rodney Harris Gales
May 2, 2026
With faith in God’s promise of eternal life, on May 2, 2026, God dispatched an angel to one of His chosen vessels to let him know that his assignments here on earth had been completed. The angels order was for Rodney Harris Gales, to take flight to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Rodney entered this life’s journey...
Mr. Rodrick T. Southers
May 2, 2026
Born on August 27, 1977, to the late Brenda Grant and James Southers, Rodrick Terrance Southers brought light to the lives of everyone he met. The world lost that light when he joined the angels in heaven on the early morning of Saturday, May 2, 2026. Despite his many challenges, Rodrick always found a reason to laugh and smile. Known...
Roberto J.J. Thompson
May 2, 2026
Roberto J.J. Thompson was born on January 12, 1980, in New York, New York; raised and educated in the Bronx. He attended DeWitt Clinton High School and later Local 12 Trade School, where he built the foundation for his career as a respected Master Mechanic with Local 12. Known to many as CAZ, Roberto was a man of passion and...
Annie Ree Palmer
May 1, 2026
Annie Ree Palmer, lovingly known as “Silky Slim,” was born on February 12, 1947, in Quincy, Florida. She peacefully departed this life surrounded by the love and memories of family and friends who cherished her deeply. Annie was educated in the Hillsborough County School System and attended Middleton High School. She, and a group of friends started a social club...
Mrs. Debra Jean Wilson
Apr 27, 2026
Debra Jean Carter Wilson of Tampa passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026. Debra was born on August 30, 1960, in Tampa, Florida, to the late London Bryant and Josephine Brown Carter. She was raised in Tampa and attended Hillsborough High School, graduating with the class of 1978. She later furthered her education at Hillsborough Community College, where she...
Ms. Michele Marie Murphy
Apr 26, 2026
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Tampa, Florida, God in His infinite wisdom called unto Himself Michele Murphy.
She was the daughter of the late Rose Murphy and James B. Murphy, Sr.. Michele was born March 29, 1968, in Somers Point, New Jersey, and resided in Pleasantville, New Jersey until her relocation to Tampa, Florida in 2002. While in New Jersey she...
Mrs. Nilia Molero De Barboza
Apr 25, 2026
Mrs. Nilia Molero De Barboza was born on October 18, 1942, in Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela, to Carlos Molero and Josefina Castellano. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, she lived a life rooted in love, faith, and devotion to her family. Nilia was gentle, loving, generous, and kind to all who knew her. Family was everything to her,...
Mrs. Margarette E. Foster
Apr 24, 2026
Mrs. Margarette E. Foster was born on April 15, 1957, in Manhattan, Kansas to Emmett and Rejuania Pope. She was raised in Seaside, California and attended Monterey High School. She continued her education at Monterey Peninsula College (MPC), earning her associate's degree and continued her education at UC Berkeley, where she obtained her teaching credentials. Later, she returned to MPC...
Mrs. Mary Harding
Apr 22, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Harding was born to Carrie Lee Robinson and Joseph Williams on March 31, 1935. Being the first and only girl among five brothers — all of whom have preceded her in death — she learned early how to stand strong and hold her own. Mary was rambunctious, a quick-learning child with an easy smile and a patient disposition.
She...