John Mathis Lassiter Iii
Aug 16, 2022
John, affectionately nicknamed "Aton", was born on May 7, 1971 to John Mathis Lassiter II and Pearlie Mae Hodges. Some of his favorite interests included football, basketball, and music. He was preceded in death by his father, John M. Lassiter II; grandmother, Mary Blake; grandfather, Oliver Hodges; grandparents, John and Maryetta Lassiter; uncles, Heamon and Floyd Lassiter; and aunt,...
Brian Lamarr Henry Hager
Aug 14, 2022
Brian, affectionately nicknamed "B", was born on April 14, 1989, in Tampa, Florida, to Leroy A. Henry, Sr. and Mattie D. Philon. He loved making music and running his many businesses. He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy A. Henry, Sr.; and grandmother, Rebecca Kaputa. He leaves precious memories with his children, Tyreana Gordon, Markila Thomas ,Lamarr...
Leola P. Lee
Aug 14, 2022
Leola, affectionately nicknamed, "Granny" was born on December 28, 1938 in Silas, Alabama to Charlie and Mary Philon. Leola enjoyed gardening, singing, having conversations, and meeting new people. She also liked walking and basking in the hot sun. She touched many hearts throughout the years. She was preceded in death by her parents. She leaves precious memories with her...
Willie Mae Chapper
Aug 12, 2022
Willie Mae was born on May 4, 1947 in Tampa, Florida to Willie and Gladys Chapper. She graduated from Middleton High School and attended St. Petersburg Junior College. She worked for Hillsborough Countys school board. Her favorite hobbies included watching television and playing cards and other games. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Willie Chapper;...
Joe Cecil Johnson
Aug 11, 2022
Mr. Joe Cecil Johnson was born on March 3, 1958, in Americus, Georgia to the late Lewis L.B. and Hazel N. Johnson. He was raised on a family-owned farm with 285 acres; there he learned the meaning of hard work. He attended the local schools of Hillsborough County. He was a gifted musician who played the piano and guitar...
Gertrude Breedlove Wilborn
Aug 8, 2022
Gertrude Breedlove Wilborn was born on May 20, 1937, to Levi Breedlove, Sr. and Annie Mae Flemming, in Malone, Florida. She found the Lord and was baptized at an early age at Morning Star Church in Tampa, Fl. Her education began at Meecham Elementary and continued through Booker T. Washington which carried her on to become a standout 1956...
John Gregory Arnold
Aug 8, 2022
John was born on February 9, 1955, in Sanford, Florida to Obert and Fannie Arnold. Mr. Arnold was a skilled handyman and landscaper. While briefly residing in Miami, John retained employment in the janitorial field. He then returned to his hometown and was known as an all-around God-fearing man who enjoyed reading the Bible. John was known by all...
Kathryn Lorraine Bowen
Aug 8, 2022
Kathryn was born on April 19, 1963, in Tampa, FL. Her favorite activities included spending time with her family, shopping, teaching Sunday school, cooking, traveling, and watching movies. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerome and Mamie Pollock Johnson; sisters, Wanda Bowden, Toni Allen, and Reagen Helms; and nephew, Isaiah Johnson. She leaves precious memories with her...
Martha Staten
Aug 6, 2022
Martha was born on May 3, 1938, in Alachua, Florida, to Harry and Jessie Mae Jones. Martha's favorite hobby was working on word search puzzles. When her health allowed, she was active in Mount Zion A.M.E. Church, specifically the choir and the Women Missionary Society. She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents, Eliza Browder, and Charlie Weaver;...
Anita Felicia Delora Peoples
Aug 5, 2022
Anita, affectionately nicknamed, "Nita P", was born on August 2, 1969, in Tampa, Florida, to Alfred, Sr., and Willie Ann Peoples. Her favorite activities were home restoration, watching tv, and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her father, Alfred Peoples, Sr.; and niece, Shandrea A. Warren; grandparents, Bandy and Arletha Peoples, and Charlie Mae Clay....
Janet Elaine Sims
Aug 5, 2022
Janet Elaine Sims was born on December 29, 1958, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her favorite activities included shopping, going to the casino, talking with family and friends, and donating to church organizations. Janet spent most of her days and nights speaking with her loved ones due to everyone being spread out amongst the country. Janets laugh was heavy and heartfelt....
Melvina Faison
Aug 4, 2022
Melvina, affectionately nicknamed "Taz" was born on March 10, 1969, in Hackensack, New Jersey to Melvin and Geneva Faison. Some of her favorite activities included bowling, shooting pool, fishing, traveling, adventuring, and trying new things. Throughout her life she was an advocate of and worked for both civil and union rights. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Gernon Tiyo Newsome
Aug 2, 2022
Gernon was born on October 24, 1968, in Tampa Florida, to Olin and Mildred Newsome. He loved watching television, going to the beach to watch the waves, and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Olin Newsome Sr. He leaves precious memories with his mother, Mildred Newsome; brothers, Olin D. Newsome Jr....
Mary Lee Petty
Aug 2, 2022
Mary was born on March 2, 1928, in Valdosta, Georgia, to Corrine Johnson. She loved working, cooking, dancing, planting flowers, and making her favorite frozen cups. Mary was affectionately nicknamed, "Frozen Cup Lady." She was preceded in death by her mother, Corrine Johnson; children, Rena M. Vance and Edward Anderson; siblings, Horace and Howard Petty. She leaves precious memories...
Beverly Ann Merritt
Jul 29, 2022
Beverly "Hollywood" Merritt was born on September 18, 1961, in Tampa, FL. Her favorite activity included shopping, exercising, spending time with her family and friends, and making her home beautiful in any way she could. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerome W. Merritt; parents, Edward Strother, Sr., and Ernestine Allen Upshaw; sister, Ernestine L. Arnold. She...
Antonio C. Ferguson 'Worm' 'Tonio'
Jul 28, 2022
Antonio was born on May 3,1960 to Alfred Alonzo and Univee Ferguson. His favorite hobbies included watching old movies, loving on his many dogs (Cheesecake, Peanut butter, and Lil buddy, to name a few). Antonio was preceded in death by brother, Lorenzo Ferguson. He leaves precious memories with his wife, Sandra Campbell Ferguson; children, Chiquita Williams, Mario Ferguson, Hyson...
Alice Mae Brown
Jul 26, 2022
Ms. Alice Mae Brown was born December 10, 1935, in Greenwood, Mississippi, to Johnny and Annie Harbrooks. She accepted the Lord at an early age. She was a long-time, faithful member of Mount Olive M.B. Church, under the leadership of Rev. Dr. C. P. Epps. She later united with Springhill M.B. Church, under the leadership of Rev. Eugene Garnett....
Earl Henry Roberts, 'Pete' Sr.
Jul 25, 2022
A Homegoing Memorial Celebration for Mr. Earl Henry Roberts "Pete", who passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022, will be held on Friday, July 29, 2022,11:00 a.m., at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Rev. Eric Gallmon, officiating. Earl was born on June 26, 1941, in Tampa, Florida to Joseph and Julia Roberts. His...
Hoover Ballard
Jul 24, 2022
Hoover was born on April 3, 1933, in Ramer, Alabama, to Math and Essie Ballard. Hoover Ballard had a passion for history. Mr. Ballard was a witness to the historic Rosa Parks incident. He enjoyed recollecting stories of the past and discussing momentous historic events he personally witnessed. He honorably served in both US Army and Air Force during...
Mary Lee Willis
Jul 23, 2022
Mary was born on September 10, 1924, in Fitzgerald, Georgia, to Ed and Martha Willis. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Rev. John Jack Willis and Jeremiah Benjamin Willis; sisters, Annie Lee Lewars, Estella Reeves, Alberta Pinkney, and Dorothy Lee Smith; and grandchild, Kevin Reese. She leaves precious memories with her children, Willie Maude Reese, of...