Sheila M. Walker
Sheila M. Walker, 72, of Plant City, Fla., born July 30, 1951, in Poplarville, MS, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 2, 2023. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Edward “Eddie” Stanaland
Edward “Eddie” Stanaland, 87, of Plant City, Fla., born Oct. 10, 1936 in Thomasville, GA, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 4, 2023. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Thomas Robert “Bobby” Campbell
Thomas Robert “Bobby” Campbell, Sr., 89, born on Apr. 16, 1934, in Tampa, Fla., went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Dec. 4, 2023. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com
Roynelle Simmons
Roynelle Simmons, 81, of Plant City, Fla., born on Mar. 18, 1942 in Picnic, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Nov. 23, 2023. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Lee McDonald
Lee McDonald, 51, of Lithia, Fla., born on Oct. 29, 1972, in Tampa, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Dec. 9, 2023. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Lela “Peggy” Blackmon Dobrovic
Lela “Peggy” Blackmon Dobrovic, 84, of Plant City, born on Jan. 11, 1939, in Tampa, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Dec. 6, 2023. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed sewing, cooking, canning, cookbooks, and fishing. She was a “domestic pro,” a caregiver and spiritual mentor to many, a Mary Kay director, and a member of the Plant City Church of God. She devoted much of her life constantly volunteering in many areas of her church, with a great passion, particularly for mentoring the youth. She was preceded in death by husband, Stephen Dobrovic; and son, David Lariscy. She is survived by daughters, Debra Moore, and Donna Andrews (Matt), both of Plant City; grandchildren, Amanda Beveard, Ashley Moore, and Christian Andrews; great-grandson, Jacob Beveard; and sister, Linda Johnson (Jerry). A funeral service will be held Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Hopewell Funeral Home, 6005 South County Road 39, Plant City, FL where the family will receive friends beginning at 10 a.m. Committal to follow at Hopewell Memorial Gardens. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.
Gail Moody Kroeze
Gail Moody Kroeze, 87, of St. Simons Island, departed this life Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 at Magnolia Manor on St. Simons Island. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Born Sept. 11, 1936, in Plant City, Fla., to the late Frank and Hazel Moody, she was a retired educator from the Florida Public School System. She was a Chi Omega at F.S.U. and graduate of Florida Southern College. She had been a resident of St. Simons Island for the past 24 years. Gail was a member of St. Simons Presbyterian Church and served as a Deacon. She enjoyed bridge, golf, tennis, swimming, and travel. In addition to her parents,
she is preceded in death by two siblings, Frank Moody, Sarasota, Fla. and Kay Buffington, Lakeland, Fla.
Survivors include her husband, John Kroeze of St. Simons Island, six children, Joe Wills and wife Stacy of St. Simons Island, Jim Wills and wife Kelly of Plant City, Fla., Karol Dibello and husband Larry of Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, Cheryl Jackson and husband Jim of Grandvaux, Switzerland, Julie Miller and husband Carlton of Addison, TX, and Peggy Todd and husband Jim of South Port, NC, eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a brother, John Moody and wife Cheryl of Bradenton, Fla., and many nieces and nephews.
The family is grateful for the caring staff of Magnolia Manor, Hospice of the Golden Isles and SGHS.
Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
Sandra Evelyn Coleman
Sandra Evelyn Coleman, aged 81, of Tampa, Fla., passed away peacefully on Dec. 9, 2023. Services will be held privately by the family.
Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
James “Jimmy” Bargo
James “Jimmy” Bargo, passed away on Dec. 8, 2023, at the age of 44. Friends and family will be received Dec. 14, 2023, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Landmark Baptist Church, 6021 Williams Road Seffner, FL 33584. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. at Landmark Baptist Church in Seffner, FL. Burial will follow. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
Patricia Ann Stratton (Terrell)
We are heartbroken to announce Patricia Ann Stratton (Terrell), 82, left us on Dec. 09, 2023.
A Service will be held at 1 p.m. Jan. 5, 2024, at Allen Funeral Home in Davison, 9136 Davison Road, Davison, MI 48423. Family will receive visitors from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home on Jan. 5, 2024. She will be laid to rest at a later date. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
Jeffrey Martin Young
Jeffrey Martin Young, known affectionately as Jeff to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on Dec. 9, 2023, at the age of 54, in Temple Terrace, Fla. A graveside service will be Dec. 15, 2023, at Springhead Cemetery, County Line Road, Lakeland, FL 33811. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
Robert R Rhodes
Robert R Rhodes, age 66, of Thonotosassa, Fla., passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Robert was born on Jan. 28, 1957. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Rhodes family.
Charles Wade Frier
Charles Wade Frier (72), of Plant City, Fla., passed away on Nov 14, 2023. Wade was born in Atlanta, GA to Woodrow & Aline Frier on Mar. 1, 1951. He married Lesley Fraser on May 30, 1992 in St Pete, FL. He graduated from the University of South Florida and afterward worked as a Facility Manager for FedEx Ground for over 20 years. He was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War and served in the Army Military Police. Wade is preceded in death by his Father, Woodrow, Mother, Aline and Father-in-law, Ken Fraser. Wade is survived by his Wife, Lesley; Sons Carson/Beth, Neal/Ashley, Paul/Ashley; Brothers Ronnie and Kenny/Patsy and Sister Carol/Jackie, Grandchildren Collin, Landon, Ariana, Andrew, McKenzie and Lucas, Mother-in-law, Jean and Sister-in-law Dianne/Bob. A Celebration of Life gathering for all friends and family will be held on Dec. 16, 2023 from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 4015 Crestwood Dr., Valrico, FL 33596.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
The family of Charles (Wade) Frier wishes to extend our sincere thanks to all the doctors and nurses who have cared for Wade over the past two years. We are sincerely grateful for the compassion and excellent care he received.
Russ “Marco” Marcotrigiano
Russ “Marco” Marcotrigiano, age 66 passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Russ was born on Nov. 15, 1957. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Marcotrigiano family.
Phyllis Edna Rawls
Phyllis Edna Rawls, age 100, of Valrico, Fla., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023. Phyllis was born on Mar. 3, 1923. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Rawls family.
Beryl Page
Farrar
Beryl Page Farrar, age 83, of Lakeland, Fla., passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023. Beryl was born on Feb. 5, 1940. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Farrar family.
