Farris Orell Pugh, 71, died Feb. 14, 2014, in Gainesville. He was born in Tampa, to James Farris Pugh and Myrtle Alma (Newman). He is survived by his brother, James F. Pugh. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, 2014, at Myrtle Hill Cemetery, in Tampa. Condolences may be made […]
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Obituary: Geraldine Hall Ramsey
Geraldine Hall Ramsey, 82, of Dover, died Feb. 11, 2014 Born March 6, 1931, she was the daughter of the late John and Pearl Scott Hall. She was the beloved wife of the late Jack Ramsey. Survivors include daughters, Sherry (Michael) Carlisle and Barbara (Art) Watkins; sisters, Pearl (J.E.) Davidson and sister-in-heart Tella (John) Vore; […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Margaret Christine Tucker
Margaret Christine Tucker, 78, died Feb. 11, 2014, in Lakeland. She is survived by her loving sister, Nadine Brinson; and loving brother, Alfred Knighton (Gail). A graveside service took place Feb. 15, at Mt. Enon Cemetery, Plant City. Condolences may be made to the family at wellsmemorial.com.
Continue ReadingObituary: Alfred ‘Sonny’ Bubble
Alfred “Sonny” Bubble, 69, of Plant City, died Feb. 10, 2014. He retired after 23 years, as a senior master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. He then worked for Lykes Bros. and retired after 21 years. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara; daughters, Rhonda Rusak (Michael) and Leia Bubble; grandchildren, […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Claude D. Wilkes
Claude D. Wilkes, 75, of Plant City, died Feb. 10, 2014. He is survived by his sister, Ann Long; aunt, Margaret Hobkirk; nephews, Ricky Williams, Greg Williams, Billy Long and Jason Long; niece, Lisa Cothron; and many loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claxton and Evelyn Wilkes; sister, Barbara […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Wilbur Lee Hicks
Wilbur Lee Hicks, 76, died Feb. 2, 2014, with his family at his side, after a battle with cancer. He was a native of Plant City and a city employee for 21 years. Born a storyteller, Mr. Hicks could entertain family and friends with stories mostly about the Old West. He loved old Western movies. […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Benito Lubrano Jr.
Benito Lubrano Jr. submitted this photo of Plant City’s new train viewing platform. “This photo was taken on a Nokia Lumina with Windows 7 phone, no effects, just a full moon (on a) cool evening,” he said. “Perfect, awesome addition to historic downtown Plant City, a rail fan’s dream.” The Plant City Times & Observer, […]
Continue ReadingClub Hubbub 02.13.14
If your club would like to post announcements, email them to Associate Editor Amber Jurgensen, ajurgensen@plantcityobserver.com. + Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce The Hillsborough County Small Business Information Center will be hosting a workshop, “Getting Your Business Online,” from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. There will also be a one-on-one consulting opportunity […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Mary Anderson
Mary Anderson, 84, of Valrico, died Feb. 3. She enjoyed being with her friends for social events. She was lovingly referred to as “Mom” and “Aunt Mary” by many and will be greatly missed. She is survived by her children, George Anderson Jr., Kathy Georgia and Craig Anderson (Mary); grandchildren, Wendy (Danny), Jennifer (Mike), Christopher, […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Charlotte Bischoff
Charlotte Bischoff, 89, died Jan. 22. Born in Louisville, Ky., she grew up in Camp Taylor and attended Holy Family School. She earned her beautician’s license in 1947, after working for Consolidated Vultee on the military aircraft for World War II. She enjoyed quilting and crocheting, but, most of all, loved being with her family, […]
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