Myrtle Lou Swindle
Myrtle Lou Swindle, age 93, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. Born in Pierce, Fla., on Mar. 5, 1931, Myrtle Lou was the beloved daughter of Albert Franklin and Eva Irene (Sullivan) Brewer. Raised in Springhead with her siblings Irvin and Alberta, Myrtle Lou later moved to Dover, where she married Edward Swindle in 1950. The couple’s early years took them briefly to Camp LeJeune due to Ed’s service in the Marine Corps. They eventually returned to Dover to build their life and family. Together, Myrtle Lou and Ed embraced the challenges of farming, a passion they passed on to their sons, Larry and Rodney. Ed’s transition to the insulation industry did not diminish Myrtle Lou’s dedication to agriculture, and she played a crucial role in supporting the family’s farming endeavors. Their contributions to the agricultural community, including support for youth and education, were a testament to their joint efforts. Myrtle Lou was a passionate outdoorswoman, finding joy in hunting and fishing. She shared her love for these activities with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who cherish the memories of hunting trips and fishing outings with her. Known for her skill and quiet prowess in the field, Myrtle Lou’s enthusiasm for the outdoors was evident in her many achievements, including harvesting giant bull elk in New Mexico, reeling in impressive fish in the Gulf of Mexico and being one of few to repeatedly bag 2 gobblers opening morning with one shot. A lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Dover, Myrtle Lou dedicated many years to the church choir and various ministries, embodying her faith through service. Myrtle Lou Swindle will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her sons, Larry Swindle (Debbie) of Dover and Rodney Swindle of Marianna; her grandchildren, Stephanie (Swindle) and Jason Conrad of Dover, Jonathan Swindle of Dover, Alysha (Swindle) and Nick Edenfield of Marianna, and Kimberly (Swindle) and Stewart Cooksey of Monticello; Great-grandchildren, Anna, Lauren, Shalee and Tucker Conrad, Madilyn (Conrad) and Andrew Worten, Ava and Alli Swindle, Gauge and Aubrey Edenfield, and Timberlynn Barber. Myrtle Lou was also eagerly anticipating the arrival of her first great-great-granddaughter, Laykin Drew Worten, due in September. Myrtle Lou’s kindness, beauty, and unwavering love will be remembered fondly, and her legacy will live on through her family. The family will receive friends Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. at First Baptist Church Dover, 3223 Gallagher Road, Dover. A funeral service will take place Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church Dover, 3223 Gallagher Road, Dover. Committal to follow at Dover Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Myrtle Lou to the Women in the Outdoors program through the NWTF (National Wild Turkey Federation). For more information please visit https://your.nwtf.org/members/donate/?action=home. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Linda Gail Wise
Linda Gail Wise, born in Jacksonville, Fla. on February 24, 1948, and died on Aug. 30, 2024. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Daniel ‘Wayne’ Harvill
Daniel “Wayne” Harvill, 62, of Zephryhills , Fla., born on Sept. 2, 1962, in Plant City, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Aug. 25, 2024. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Pastor Miguel Carbajal
Pastor Miguel Carbajal, 57, of Plant City, Fla., born on Oct. 29, 1966, in Francisco I. Madero, Coahuila, Mexico, entered into eternal rest on Aug. 27, 2024.
Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Donald Adams
Donald Adams, 77, of Lithia, Fla., born on May 12, 1947, in Plant City, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Aug. 29, 2024. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Gary Clark Sr.
Gary Clark Sr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on Aug 29, 2024, in Tampa, Fla., at the age of 69.
Friends and family will be received on Sept. 6, 2024, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd Plant City, FL 33563. A funeral service will follow at 5 p.m. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
Anthony Clayton Holt Sr.
Anthony Clayton Holt Sr., passed away peacefully on Aug. 28, 2024, in Lakeland, Fla. Born on Nov. 2, 1954, in Tampa, Fla. A funeral service was held Sept. 4, 2024, at Plant City Church of God, 2103 Mud Lake Rd Plant City, FL 33566.
Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
Richard J Lewis
Richard J Lewis, age 81 passed away on Aug. 30, 2024. Richard was born on Apr. 15, 1943. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Lewis family.
Eugene Barenklau
Eugene Barenklau, age 87, of Plant City, Fla., passed away on Aug. 25, 2024. Eugene was born on Mar. 27, 1937. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Barenklau family.
Esther R Nunn
Esther R Nunn, age 90 passed away on Aug. 29, 2024. Esther was born on May 15, 1934. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Nunn family.
Henry Howard Simpkins Jr.
Henry Howard Simpkins Jr., age 35 passed away on Aug. 31, 2024. Henry was born on June 26,1989. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Simpkins family.
Roger Eugene Nelson
Roger Eugene Nelson of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away peacefully on Aug. 28,2024.
Roger was born on Mar. 25,1948 in Cullman, Alabama. He had many nicknames, Alabama, Butch, Farmer Man, and Rambling Rawhide. Roger was an affectionate, dedicated, and hardworking man. He loved his life and the jobs he held as a long-distance truck driver, drywall man, and Pasco County Schools lawn maintenance. He loved God and his family. He was a faithful member of his church where he often could be found working at the food bank or mowing the yard. Roger enjoyed his life and his family.
Roger is survived by his wife Margie (Saranko), daughter Dana DuPree (Marty), grandchildren Christina Inglese (Pietro), Johnathan DuPree (Elizabeth), great grandchildren, Braxton, Benjamin, Mazikeen, and Jesse, sister Paulette Bridges (David), brother Carl Kimbrel (Christy), and many nieces and nephews. Roger is also survived by a large extended family by marriage and friends he calls family.
