Frederick Lee Williams, 69, of Lithia, died Jan. 11, 2014. Mr. Williams served in the U.S. Navy and worked as a roofer for more than 30 years. He enjoyed raising and showing pigeons. He was a loving husband, dad and papa. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Cathy; children, Ronald Williams (Jo), […]
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Obituary: Paul Frederick Woods
Paul Frederick Woods, 95, of Plant City, died Jan. 10, 2014. Born Dec. 12, 1918, in Worcester, Mass., he was the son of the late Eugene and Blanche Sullivan Woods. He was the husband of the late Paula Tershansy Woods. He was employed by Hillsborough County Public Schools, where he was a principal. Mr. Woods […]
Continue ReadingHere They Are: 2014 Strawberry Queen Contestants
Twenty young women will compete for the title of 2014 Florida Strawberry Festival queen at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Florida Strawberry Festival’s Grimes Family Agricultural Center, 2301 W. Oak Ave., Plant City. Tickets, which go on sale Jan. 17, are $15 each and will be available at Hardee’s Fashions, 1501 N. Wheeler […]
Continue ReadingFamily, friends remember Will Lamoreaux
It seems just about everyone who had ever met Will Lamoreaux has a memory to cherish. Friend Amy Reed remembers the time she went with him to Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, and Will ordered a cup of bacon. Or, how about the time Will dressed up as a Hooters girl and then went to the famous […]
Continue ReadingWinner: Robert Philbin
Robert Philbin took this gorgeous picture of another brilliant Walden Lake sunset. The Plant City Times & Observer, State Farm Insurance agent Tony Lee and The Corner Store have partnered to host the I Love Plant City Photo Contest. Winners will have their photo featured and receive a $10 gift certificate to […]
Continue Reading2014 FORECAST: Paul Davis, Strawberry Fests Forever
The Strawberry Festival has been a big part of Paul Davis’ life since he was very young, and you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who loves their job more than the festival’s jolly general manager. And, what’s in store for 2014? More music, more festivities and, of course, more fun. It’s been a long time […]
Continue ReadingGrand marshals selected for parades
Bobby Brantley, from TruTV’s “Lizard Lick Towing,” will serve as the grand marshal for the 2014 Florida Strawberry Festival Grand Parade at 1 p.m. March 3. “Bobby is going to add some excitement to this year’s parade, and we are very lucky to have him participate in our event,” says Gail Lyons, president of Berry […]
Continue ReadingObituary: William Lawrence Lamoreaux
William Lawrence Lamoreaux, 19, of Plant City, died Jan. 1, 2014, after a fatal car accident in Indiana. He was traveling the country, fulfilling his dreams. Mr. Lamoreaux was a 2013 Plant City High School hgraduate, earning popularity from the start of school at Yates Elementary in Brandon, to Marshall Middle, in Plant City. He […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Alan Clarence Dixson
Alan Clarence Dixson, 83 of Plant City died Jan. 1, 2014, at his home. Born March 4, 1930, in Dorchester, Mass., he was the son of the late Clifford and Edith McGiveney Dixson. He was the husband of Marcia Clark Dixson, who survives. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, loved woodworking […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Penny Lynn Fox
Penny Lynn Fox, 40 of Plant City, died Dec. 27, 2013. Born Feb. 9, 1973, she was the daughter of the late Emanuel Howard. She was the beloved wife of Edward Fox, who survives. Mrs. Fox enjoyed cross stitch and crochet, and was also a big fan of “Duck Dynasty.” Survivors also include sons, Michael […]
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