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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.
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Betty Ann Smith
Jun 9, 2021
A Graveside Celebration for Mrs. Betty Ann Goldwire Smith of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, will be held Saturday, June 19th, at 2:00 p.m. at Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, 4615 E. Hanna Ave. The interment will follow. Ms. Betty was born on January 25, 1952, in Quincy, Florida. She enjoyed fishing, thrifting, and...
Emory Davis, Jr.
Jun 7, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Emory Davis, Jr. of Tampa, Florida who passed on Monday, June 7, 2021 will be held on Saturday, June 19th, 2:00 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Bro. Michael A. Jones, presiding, officiating. The interment will be held in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Emory Davis, Jr....
Learin Mcgruder
Jun 7, 2021
Mr. Learin McGruder was born on June 30, 1935, to parents Alfred and Mary McGruder. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Byron McGruder andAlfred McGruder Jr., and sisters,Mary Rose Hockey andRuby Mad Poole.He leaves behind to cherish his precious memories his wife, Robbie Lou McGruder; children,Learon McGruder...
Angerline Irene Swails Jackson
Jun 5, 2021
Angerline I. Jackson was born on June 30, 1941, in Marianna, Florida. She attended JCTS graduating as the class Valedictorian and a star athlete. She accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at Jerusalem AME Church in Marianna, Florida. Angerline affectionately known as 'Ms. Ann' in the community was full of generosity. She loved being with her family, singing,...
Mr. Antonio Johnson
Jun 3, 2021
A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Antonio LaVaughn Johnson who passed away on Monday, June 03, 2021. His service will be held on Saturday, July 03, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Rev. Neely, officiating. Antonio was born on May 17, 1966, to Freddie Lee Johnson and Shirley...
Sylvia Bradley
Jun 3, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Sylvia D. Bradley of Tampa, Florida who passed on Saturday April 3, 2021 will be held on Sunday, June 20th, 1:00 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Harold Williams, eulogist, officiating. Sylvia D. Bradley was born December 15, 1958 in Atmore, Alabama. She attended Mt. Gillard Missionary...
Michael B Garms
Jun 2, 2021
(No Obituary Text Available) Funeral Service Chapel of Hope, Aikens Funeral Home Wednesday, July 7, 2021 03:00 PM 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Tampa, FL 33610
Eugene Murphy
May 29, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Eugene Murphy of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021 will be held on Saturday, June 5th, 4:00 p.m. at Peace Progressive Community Church, 2628 E. Lake Ave., Pastor Timothy Kemp, officiating. The interment will be held in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Eugene Murphy, affectionately known as 'Unc', was born...
Mr. Herman Leroy Tim, Jr.
May 27, 2021
A Memorial Homegoing Celebration for Deacon Herman Leroy Tim, Jr. who passed away on May 27, 2021, will be held on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Tampa, FL, Rev. Beverly Green, officiating. Deacon Herman Leroy Tim, Jr., was born April 17, 1948, in Tampa, Florida...
Jeffrey E. Grier
May 26, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Jeffrey E. Grier of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2021, will be held on Saturday, June 5th at 2:30 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.,Rev. Michael Neely, officiating. The interment will be in Orange Hill Cemetery. Mr. Jeffrey E. Grier was born on...
Juanita Jones Priester
May 25, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Juanita Jones Priester of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 will be held on Saturday, June 5th, at Aikens Funeral Home Chapel, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dr. Darren Jones presiding with Dr. Davina Jones, eulogist, officiating. The interment will be held in Orange Hill Cemetery. God,...
Lillie Mae Shuler Williams
May 24, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Lillie Mae Shuler Williams of Tampa, Florida who passed a on Monday May 24, 2021 will be held on Saturday June 5th, 12:00 p.m. at Northside M.B. Church 5706 N. 40th St., Rev. Ricardo Robinson, pastor; Rev. Laytecia McKinney, officiating. The interment will be held in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Lillie Mae Shuler...
Mr. Darrell Gilbert
May 24, 2021
Darrell "G-Unit" Eugene Gilbert was born August 29, 1973, in Tampa, Florida to Willie B. Gilbert and the late Barbara J. Williams. He enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara J. Williams; grandparents, James Williams (Clovie) and Charles Gilbert (Louise) and aunt, Pearline Williams. He leaves...
Mr. William Willingham
May 24, 2021
Mr. William Willingham "Shorty" was born on October 3, 1942, in Camilla, Georgia to the parentage of the late Jack and Ira Willingham. Shorty was taken into the arms of the Heavenly Father on Monday, May 24, 2021. He was educated in the public school system of Hillsborough County and was a graduate of Howard W. Blake Senior High...
Mr. Noble Thomas
May 22, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Noble Sylvester Thomas of Tampa, Florida will be held on Wednesday, June 9th, 1:00 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Rev. Gregory Gay, officiating. The interment will be held in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Noble S. Thomas was born October 17, 1935 in Kingston, Jamaica. He...
Joy Sutherland-Foushee
May 22, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Joy Sutherland-Foushee of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Saturday, May 22nd, 2:00 p.m. will be held on Saturday, June 5th, 2:00 p.m.at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Rev. Otis Cooper, officiating. The interment will be held in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Joy Sutherland-Foushee was born October...
Charles Lee Wayne
May 21, 2021
A Celebration of Life for Mr. Charles Lee Wayne of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021, will be held on Saturday, June 12th at 10:00 a.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.,Rev. Willie Kimbrough officiating. Mr. Charles Lee Wayne, son of the late Guss and Ruthel Wayne Sr. was...
Mrs. Linda Aldrich
May 19, 2021
Linda "Chip" Batchelor Aldrich passed from this life into eternal life on May 19, 2021 in Sarasota, Florida. She was preceded in death by her mother, the late Bettye Jean Brown. Linda was born December 12, 1949 in Atlanta, GA. At an early age, she moved to Tampa, Florida where she grew up. Her formative years were spent as...
Cory Lemar Cobb
May 19, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Cory Lemar Cobb 'Waterboy Tampa/Riverview' of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 will be held on Thursday, June 3rd, 5:00 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Cory Lemar Cobb was born July 7, 1988 to the late Carl Hugee and Sherry Cobb in...
Mrs. Wanda White
May 19, 2021
A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Wanda White of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 will be held on Saturday May 29th at 10:00 a.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.,Rev. James Anderson, officiating. The interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Wanda "Sista" Campbell J. White...
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