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Honoring Lives. Sharing Memories. Supporting Families.
A place to reflect, remember, and celebrate the lives of those who will always be part of your story.
We invite you to view the recent obituaries of the families we have had the honor of serving.
Each life tells a story; one of love, legacy, and meaningful moments. Our obituary pages are designed to do more than share service information.
They provide a space where family and friends can come together to honor a life, share memories, express condolences, and find comfort in one another.
Whether you are near or far, this is a place to reflect, remember, and stay connected during a meaningful time.
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Jasper Lloyd Mcfarlane
Feb 25, 2022
Jasper was born December 27, 1942, in Montego Bay, Jamaica to the late Walter McFarlane and Matilda Williams-Reid. He left Jamaica around 1973 for a better opportunity and landed in Tampa, FL. He retired from the City of Tampa after over 20 years of employment. On February 25th, God called Jasper, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather home...
Zeffie Dell Marshall
Feb 25, 2022
Zeffie Dell Marshall was born to the parentage of Robert Harmon and Annie Bell Harmon in Jackson, Georgia on March 17, 1939. She was raised in Youngstown, Ohio by her paternal grandmother and her father. She accepted Christ at an early age. Zeffie was educated in the Mahoning County District School System After graduation she married her high school...
Darren 'Dj' Haggins
Feb 24, 2022
Darren, affectionately known as "DJ," was born June 29, 1990, in Tampa, Florida to Darren Haggins, Sr. and Gloria Jean Holder. He enjoyed spending time with family, listening to music, hanging out at the beach and rapping. Darren was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Delores and Jim Seay; paternal grandparents, Mattie Brown and Jimmy Haggins; uncles, Jim...
Mrs. Willa Kennerdy
Feb 21, 2022
Willa was born on December 07, 1931. She was a lovely mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Killins and Vianna Napier; stepmother, Breatha; husband, George K. Kennerdy Sr.; daughters, Vanessa C. Gomez, and Victoria T. Kennerdy; brother, Lucius Napier; and stepbrother, Paul (PC). Willa leaves to cherish her memory her children, George Kennerdy (Kent)...
Barbara Jean Wingfield
Feb 21, 2022
Barbara was born on September 9, 1961, in Tampa, Florida to Malinda Wade and Laverne Charles Brewer. Some of her hobbies included shopping, baking, cooking, and traveling. She enjoyed reading her bible, voluntarily feeding homeless children and adults, and was a member of First Baptist Church of College Hill. She was preceded in death by her parents; mother-in-law, Ida...
Mr. Virgil Branch
Feb 20, 2022
Virgil was born on December 7, 1961, in Miami, Florida. He received his education in Miami and Tampa public schools. He was employed for many years at the University of Tampa. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lulu Bell Branch; sister, and 2 brothers. Virgil leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Earnestine Strickland Branch; sons,...
Jose' Oliver
Feb 19, 2022
Jose was a native and resident of Tampa, Florida. He attended Hillsborough County Public Schools. He worked in the construction industry and was a certified forklift driver. Jose was preceded in death by his mother, Valerie Wasp; grandmother, Bernice Cooper and aunt, Vanessa Howard. He leaves to cherish his memory, fianc, Tatiana Johnson; pops, Tony Hampton (Marquita); sisters, Katrina...
Gregory Anthony Rouse Sr.
Feb 18, 2022
Gregory was born October 21, 1954, to the late Leroy Rouse and Lisa Gomez. He loved the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, fishing, and playing cards. He accepted his Lord and Savior at an early age. He was preceded in death by his father; brothers, Leroy, Jr. and Curtis Rouse; and special friend Valerie. He leaves to cherish his memory, children...
Bruce Tyrone Brown, Jr.
Feb 18, 2022
Bruce was born November 17, 1987, in Tampa, Florida to Bridgette Cusic and Bruce T. Brown, Sr. He loved getting money, playing football and driving trucks. He was baptized at an early age. Bruce was preceded in death by grandparents, Leon Cusic, Sr., Vera Mae Lewis, James Brown, Sr. and Lottie Mae Brown; uncles, David E. Brown, Sr. and...
Vera Jean Foster
Feb 17, 2022
Vera was born March 22, 1965, in Ashburn, Georgia to Marvin Foster and Beulah Cushion. She loved watching football and basketball. Her favorite football team was Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and her favorite basketball player was Kevin Durant. Vera was preceded in death by her mother, Beulah Cushion and father, Marvin Foster. She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter, Courtney...
Rudolph Brooks
Feb 14, 2022
"Brooks", as he was known to many, was born on April 15, 1945, to the late Dora Lee Green and Hinton Brooks. He graduated from Blake and Middleton High School in Hillsborough County where he was known as "Yogi". He was then drafted into the United States Army, and received many awards, ribbons, and service bars during his 23...
Emanuel Jones, Sr.
Feb 13, 2022
The funeral services will be live streamed from www.fbcopv.org. We are honored to share the life of Emanuel Jones, Sr. He was born on November 16, 1936, in Sanford, FL, and was loved by his parents, Anthony Dubose and Dorothy Reeves Jones Dubose, until they were parted by death. At an early age, his family relocated to Tampa and...
Roosevelt Lester
Feb 11, 2022
Visitation
Aikens Funeral Home
Friday, February 18, 2022 2708 E Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Tampa, Florida 33610 Directions Funeral ServiceAikens Funeral Home
Saturday, February 19, 2022 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2708 E Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Tampa, Florida 33610 DirectionsJoe Ballard
Feb 9, 2022
The service was streamed live in the chapel of Aikens Funeral Home. Click here or copy and paste https://vimeo.com/677927175 to view a recording of the service. Joe was born November 26, 1931, in Ramer, Alabama and was one of 17 children. He served our country in the U.S. Navy from 1965 1967 and in the Reserve until 1971. He...
Cecelia P. Fields
Feb 8, 2022
Cecelia enjoyed singing, cooking, spending time with her family and inspiring others to pursue their dreams. She shared knowledge about the bible and helped guide friends and loved ones on their righteous path. She will be missed dearly. Cecelia was preceded in death by her husband, Booker T. Fields, Jr., mother, Eva Bernice Jones; aunts, Marie "Aunt Tut" Stewart,...
Karijamah Mosley, Sr.
Feb 6, 2022
Karijamah T. Mosley, Sr., "Moe," was born January 9th, 1976 in Tampa, Florida to Sheila Mosley Parker. His new beginning was on February 6th, 2022 when the Lord called him home. He was a native and lifelong resident of Tampa, Florida. He was a quiet and compassionate soul. Well known and loved by family and friends. He leaves to...
Frank Peterson
Feb 6, 2022
Frank Peterson was born October 6, 1939, in Parrott, Georgia to the late Joseph Peters, Sr. and Annie Mae Battle Peters. At an early age he confessed his belief of our Lord and Savior. He was a member of New Friendship M.B. Church for many years. He enjoyed listening to music and going fishing. He was also and avid...
Ora Lee Mcgivery
Feb 6, 2022
Ora LOVED her family. She took in ANY family member or friend needing a place to lay their head. She enjoyed all things concerning her church family. She was a Deaconess, enjoyed singing in the choir until she was no longer able to climb the stairs in the choir stand! Ora also loved being a Foster Grandparent for the...
Morvilix Monpi Thompson
Feb 6, 2022
He loved listening to music, helping his family and friends and socializing. Morvilix was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Leon Aristide and Alfred Thompson; grandmother, Macinette Victor. He leaves to cherish his memory, daughter, Morvilia Thompson; grandchildren, Sarafina, Emmanuel and Morvens; father, Alphilipe Thompson; mother, Ermansia Aristide; brothers Luckner Thompson and Elex Thompson; sisters, Marie Venus Thompson, Mirelle...
Rechard Antonio Cooley-White
Feb 6, 2022
Rechard, nicknamed "Bubba", was born on October 15, 1980, in Tampa, to Sandra and Robert White. He loved shopping, traveling, fishing, as well as making sure his loved ones were okay. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lillie Mae Washington and Tommie Mae White; uncle, Otis White; and cousin, Emmanuel White. He leaves precious memories with children,...
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