Dec 31, 2022

 

Kevin Palm was born and raised in New Jersey the middle child of 5. He worked as an executive chef for most of his life at numerous hotels including Omni and Sandals Resorts. He loved to create dishes that were both artistic and delicious.   He could easily turn an ice block into dancing dolphins or whatever was requested....

Dec 26, 2022

 

Patricia Sabrina Allo, 63, was beckoned home to rest in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, December 26th, 2022.  Our Nubian Queen earned her wings in heaven after a long and courageous battle with a chronic illness. Her beloved sisters Bvonne Clark-McClendon, Ph.D. , December Clark and Karen Clark cared for her throughout her...

Dec 25, 2022

Damon was born August 25, 1978. His parents (Sam and Carolyn Francis) welcomed their first born son with joy and wonder which never ceased as Damon grew and matured.

Damon attended public schools in Prince George's  County through high school and later matriculated at Anne Arundel Community College.

Damon's infectious smile, quick wit, analytical mind and genuine and...

Dec 21, 2022

 

Rhonda Lynne Willingham-Robinson, lovingly known as “Red”, fulfilled her assignment here on earth and transitioned home to Our Heavenly Father on December 21, 2022.   She was a native of Tampa, Florida, born on September 26, 1963. 

Rhonda loved the Lord. She accepted Christ as her personal Savior at a young age. She always said, “God is in the details” [of...

Dec 5, 2022

Christopher was widely known and loved, by his family near and far and the community. He will be missed greatly and survived by his two brothers, Frank Johnson(Ursula) and Vernon Pearson(Rosilyn). His three children, Chrishonna Daniels, Jakiya, and Vashon, and two grandchildren Mariyah and Maleah. And a host of other loving family members. Our lives are forever changed by you...

Nov 25, 2022

  Ms. Gloria K. Grimsley of Tampa, FL, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022.  Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022, 10:30 a.m., at The Center for  Manifestation, Dr. Mark T. Jones, Sr., Founding Pastor; Rev. Clarence Nathan, Officiating.  Interment will follow in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.     Ms. Gloria K. Grimsley, a beautiful and radiant spirit, was born on April 26, 1951, to the  late Mr. Allen Kendrick and the late Mrs. Elizabeth Kendrick, in Tampa, Florida. Ms. Grimsley  loved the Lord and accepted Christ as her personal Savior and became a faithful member of  Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where Rev. Madison Murray was her pastor for  over 50 years. She later joined New Victory Baptist Church and continued her faithful service to  the Lord under Rev. Clarence Nathan as her pastor. She graduated from Hillsborough High  School, Class of 1969, and was working as a Customer Service Representative at Rooms to Go.  She previously served in many capacities, including as a Certified Nursing Assistant.   She was preceded in death by: her parents; son, Randall Harrelson; and nephews, Preston  Livingston and Tavius Edwards.    She leaves to cherish her precious memories with: her son, Marquist Westbrooks;  grandchildren, Christopher Young, Marshae Westbrook (Jahmoi), Marquist Westbrooks, Markell  Westbrooks, Marianna Westbrooks; 3 great-grandchildren, Rashaad Westbrook, O’Mari  Harrigan, and Kai’Ro Harringan; Adopted daughter, Breanna Boyer (Foodson); 6 sisters: Yvonne  Heyward Simmons (Johnnie), Patricia Cannon (Arthur), Deborah Parker (Michael), Cheryl  Thomas (Fredrick), Tangela Kendrick (Jamaal), and Carolyn Kendrick-Drewey (Bill); 3 brothers,  Edwin Kendrick (Regina), Michael Kendrick, and Bernard Kendrick; a host of nieces, nephews,  cousins, other relatives, her Church Family at New Victory Baptist Church, friends, and special  friend, Carlos Boyer.    The visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 2, 2022, at Gudes  Funeral Home, 4050 E. Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33610.    Arrangements entrusted to GUDES FUNERAL HOME, Owners.  https://www.gudesfuneralhome.net/ 

Nov 20, 2022

Cheldyn Dwight Donovan was born on October 28, 1948 in Boston, MA Cheldyn served as a medic in the army during the Vietnam War Era. He later moved to Tampa, FL.

He entered heaven Sunday November 20, 2022 where he was met by his father John and mother Alma alongside his brother, sister and nephew.

Cheldyn  will be...

Nov 10, 2022

"I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith."

II Timothy 4:7

Mr. Sylvester " Bobby" Thomas, Jr. was born October 24, 1949 in Rosier Burke County, Georgia. He was the oldest of twelve siblings born to the union of the late Louise and Sylvester Thomas, Sr. He was educated in the public...

Nov 8, 2022

Mrs. Ethel Sams was born on 12/7/1950 to the late Arthur and Norris Myers in Tampa.

She is survived by her daughter Andreca Bludsaw ( Kenneth) and granddaughter Kenesha. Siblings Frances Nappier and David Myers, Sr.

She was preceded in death by her son James Sams, Jr. and Arthur Myers Jr. her brother. She loved fishing and being with...

Oct 24, 2022

 

Robin black was born on January the 7, 1971 in Ocala Florida to Willie and Mary Mary Scott. Robin black attended Vanguard High School in Ocala, Florida.  She later moved to Tampa, Florida in 2000, where she attended Kessler College and receive her bachelor's degree in business. Robin also enjoyed sewing and cooking and was an author of two...

Oct 15, 2022

 

Edward C. Berry left behind 5 kids, Evita, Nathan, Josh, Zoye, Zaden, his mother Shirley, two brothers ( Steve & Jimmy).

Eddie’s passion was cooking and studying the Bible. He loved to minister to anyone and would strike up a conversation with everybody.

He will be missed by friends and family.

Sep 16, 2022

Sep 15, 2022

A Celebration of Life and Memorial Service for Mr. Dexter G. (DJ Disco Dexx) Cusseaux of Tampa, FL, will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at New Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Tampa, 2511 E. Columbus Drive, Tampa, FL 33605. Mr. Dexter G. (DJ Disco Dexx) Cusseaux was born on October 17, 1956 in Tampa,...

Aug 11, 2022

Jul 23, 2022

Nick Kelly and Cynthia met in New City York City in 1980.  After a short courtship Nick and Cynthia announced to the family that they were married.  Nick and & Cynthia lived in New York until sometime in the 1990’s they followed the sun and moved to Florida.  They settled in Tampa Florida.  Nick was always busy and took on...

Jul 4, 2022

Mr. Christopher Keenan Dexter, Sr. known by his family as “Chris da`baby, was born November 21, 1963 in Tampa, Florida at Lily White Hospital to Mr. Wallace and the late Frances “Monkey” Dexter.

A Tampa native who was very athletic in sports, Chris played basketball, football and baseball at Belmont (BAMMA) Heights Little League and he traveled to Gary, Indiana...

Jun 30, 2022

Sister Theresa Lynette Williams-Keaton was born on January 24, 1969 in Ocala, Florida. She attended the public schools in Hillsborough County, FL and Stanford Brown, where she received her diploma and medical assistant degree. She loved gathering with family and friends, cooking, eating crabs, dancing, making everyone laugh, doing hair, and most importantly, she loved being with her grandkids. Sister...

Jun 14, 2022

Our mother, our sister, our beloved friend. Selfless and kind in every way. The lives she touched will truly never be the same. A beautiful soul with a heart for service to others. Her generosity knew no bounds. Smile through the tears, and join us in celebrating a life filled with joy and prayer. Gone, but never forgotten. In our...

Jun 9, 2022

Jun 2, 2022

Delores Mercedes Lee Hudson was born December 12, 1948 in Tampa, FL to the late Olga Cardenas Akins and the late Clinton Lee.

Delores' accomplishments were many. She attended Howard W. Blake High School, Class of 1966.

There she was a stunt majorette and musician. She played piano, clarinet, flute, xylophone and violin as well as sing with the school...