Plant City Observer

Obituaries 7.25.19

James Earl Crosby

James Earl Crosby, 85, of Dover, born on June 8, 1934 in Hazelhurst, Georgia, entered into Heaven to enjoy eternal life on July 19, 2019. 

Earl served in the Navy and was a Korean War combat veteran. His life’s work was spent building things. From early years doing construction with his Daddy and older brother to working as a crane operator, he always enjoyed being outdoors and putting his strong hands to good use. 

He loved our Lord and enjoyed music, worship and fellowship as a member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Plant City. He led his family in a life of Christian faith. 

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandra Crosby; daughter, Ciana Kinney, son-in-law, Troy Kinney and grandson James Michael Crosby. 

He was preceded in death by his son, James Ephraim Crosby. 

A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 25 at 10 a.m. at Hopewell Funeral Home, 6005 S. County Rd. 39, Plant City, with a funeral service following at 11 a.m. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Jerry Allen ‘Bo’ Burt Jr.

Jerry Allen “Bo” Burt Jr., 39, of Winter Haven, born on Dec. 27, 1979 in Harris, New York, entered into eternal rest on July 15, 2019. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Bradley Richard ‘Brad’ Moody

Bradley Richard “Brad” Moody, 27, of Plant City, born in Brandon on Jan. 14, 1992, entered into eternal rest on July 8, 2019. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Don Leto Sr.

Don Leto Sr., 72, of Plant City, born in Chicago, entered into eternal rest on July 20. Expressions of condolence at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Dr. Timothy W. Conway III

Dr. Timothy W. Conway III passed peacefully in his home in Palmetto on July 11, 2019, after fighting cancer for 17 years.

A native of Harrisburg PA., Dr. Conway made Plant City his home, practicing dentistry for 41 years and co-founding the Tooth Caboose. Dr. Conway also served as an examiner with the Board of Dentistry for the State of Florida.

He retired from the Florida Army National Guard at the rank of Colonel as the State Surgeon. 

He also served for many years as an Auxiliary Deputy in the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. 

He was a brother in Olin S. Wright Lodge No. 79, serving as Master in 1986. 

An active yachtsman, he and his wife, Pam, were at home on the water. Dr. Conway was 74 years old.

He is survived by his wife, Pamela Conway; 3 sons; Timothy W. Conway IV (wife Wanda), Scott M. Conway, and James C. Fortner; grandchildren; Timothy W. Conway V (wife Samantha), Caitlyn N. Conway, J. Liam Fortner and Noah C. Fortner; and sisters, Nancy Krevsky (husband Jay) and Joanie Wolov.

The family will receive all friends on Friday, July 26, 2019, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30pm at the Florida National Guard Armory, 4004 Airport Road Plant City, Florida 33563. A funeral service with military honors will follow at 1:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, request donations in his name to MOAA Scholarship Fund, Shriners Hospitals for Children, or South Florida Baptist Hospital.

Mitchell David Johnson

Mitchell David Johnson, 35, of Floral City, passed away on Tuesday July 16, 2019. Mitchell was born Aug. 9, 1983 in Plant City. 

Expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wellsmemorial.com for the Johnson family.

Sheena DeJesus

Sheena DeJesus, 32, of Plant City, passed away on July 6, 2019. 

A native of Rochester, New Hampshire, she is survived by a loving family. 

Services will be held privately. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.haught.care.

Charles Bedrosian

Charles Bedrosian, known to friends as Chuck, 86, of Plant City, passed away on July 16, 2019. 

Charles was a U.S. Army veteran. 

Services will be held privately. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.haught.care.

Leonard Carson Edgeman

Leonard Carson Edgeman, 66, of Plant City, died July 13, 2019. 

He is survived by his children, Eric and Dustin; and sister, Karen.   

A private family event will be held to celebrate his life.  

Condolences may be offered at www.wellsmemorial.com for the Edgeman family.

Rosario Anthony Gagliano

Rosario Anthony Gagliano, 86, of Lakeland, passed away on Thursday July 18, 2019. Rosario was born Oct.20, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wellsmemorial.com for the Gagliano family.

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