“Papa” Jack Going, 89, of Plant City, died July 25, 2016.
He was born in Largo. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served in World War II. He was a longtime member of the Olin S. Wright Masonic Lodge, in Plant City. He loved his family and he enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking and karaoke.
He is survived by his children, Peggy Pippin (Larry), of Plant City, Diane Keene, of Plant City, and Debbie Solomon, of Lakeland; siblings, Clenny Taylor, of Homosassa, and Wyndell Cason, of Plant City; 10 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia “Jenny” Going; and sons, Don Going and David Trudell.
A celebration of life was held July 29, at Hopewell Funeral Home. Interment followed at Oaklawn Cemetery in Plant City.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to LifePath Hospice, c/o Chapters Health, 12470 Telecom Drive, Suite 300 W, Temple Terrace, Florida 33637.
Online condolences may be made at HopewellFuneral.com.