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age 70, passed away in Tampa on December 3rd, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Sandusky Ohio on June 17, 1954 to Joanne and William Wechter, one of eight children. Jean graduated from Stetson University with a Bachelor's in biology. She was married to Frank Lagor for 47 years, with whom she raised her five wonderful children. Jean had a successful career serving others as a medical technologist, sister, mother, and grandmother. She was a talented flute player and dedicated member of the Tampa Bay Symphony for over 30 years. Jean had a true passion for music, food, and the arts. She lived her life in the service of others, guided by her Catholic faith as a parishioner of...

Cathy Pena, 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024, in Tampa, Florida. Cathy enjoyed her career at Suncoast Hospital in Largo and later, University Community Hospital in Tampa. Cathy is survived by her devoted husband of 66 years, Joe Pena; her son Mark Pena and his wife Carla; and her daughter Mary Grace Leonard and her husband William; her granddaughters: Serafina, Carolina, and Kayla; her nephew Henry Pena and his wife Katerina and their daughter Helen; niece Jaquie Pena; and grandnephew Martin Pena and is wife Theresa. A funeral mass will be held 10:30am Saturday, March 9, at Incarnation Catholic Church Tampa (8220 W. Hillsborough Ave, Tampa 33615) with reception to...

went to meet the Queen on January 26, 2024 and is dancing with the angels. She was born in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England on May 11, 1939 to Jesse May Bland and Percy Tyler Underwood. She was proud to become an American citizen in 1976, even though she was always a Brit at heart. She leaves behind her loving family, three children: Terri Wolski, Lisa Jordan and Wayne Derrick. Six grandchildren: Ryan Wolski, Shane Wolski, Jessie Jordan, Ormond Derrick, Mira Benson and Blaze Derrick and one great-grandchild, Delilah Benson. She spent many happy years with her long-time boyfriend, Marco Oddo. She led a great life and had many wonderful friends to whom we are all grateful. ...

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83, passed away on Sept 27, 2023. He was married to Alice (Petyo) Daly for 56 years. Lewis attended Hammond Tech and Purdue in Indiana. He is the father to Scott, Heather Kling (John, III), grandfather to John IV (Kelsey), Alyssa, twins Brett and Jordan, great grandchildren, Lance and Opal and dog Scruffy. He was a machinist at Arco until moving to Tampa in 1977. He owned and operated a cleaners and two shoe repairs until retirement. He was a long-standing member and usher at Incarnation Church. He was a Lifetime member of Weight Watchers, usher at the Straz, member of OTBBA, Just Friends Club, YMCA and was the funniest man we knew. He was blessed, and cherished his wife, children, grand...

Michael Newton, age 88, died peacefully while surrounded by loving family on Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Tampa, Florida. Mike was born on September 26, 1934, to parents Dudley and Mary Newton in Detroit, Michigan and became loyal brother to John Dudley Newton, previously deceased. Mike graduated from the University of Michigan in 1959 with two degrees, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and Master of Business Administration (MBA). In 1962, Mike became a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Mike started his career as a traveling consultant for Ernst & Ernst in Detroit, Michigan but later changed his focus to finance and business management to have more time at...

24, of Sanford, FL, passed away on June 13, 2023 in Sanford. Jasmine was a ray of light in so many people's lives. She provided professional tutoring, created educational videos, painted beautiful works of art, and wrote touching stories, poems, and letters. She graduated from Alonso High School and earned two bachelor's degrees at the University of Central Florida. She worked as a crypto and money specialist for Robinhood. She lived with passion that was moving and an inspiration to us all. She changed the trajectory of so many people's lives for the better in her short years. Jasmine and the impacts she had will never leave the people that had the pleasure to know her, and she will always...

90, passed peacefully in Tampa, Florida and entered Heaven, Tuesday June 6, 2023. Evelyn was born in Lapine Alabama January 10, 1933. She moved to Tampa, Florida in 1941. In 1953, she graduated from Hillsborough High School and married Sheldon Darley Ryan at the Buffalo Avenue Baptist Church where they met singing in the choir together. Evelyn was a charter member of the Hillsdale Baptist Church est. 1962. She was a devoted loving wife, kind and caring sister, aunt, mother, and grandmother who loved her family and her Lord and Savior dearly. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years Sheldon Darley Ryan, father Ira Benjamin Duke and mother Lula Mae Mosley; and a niece,...

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93, died March 25, 2021. A native of McKeesport, PA he had resided in Tampa, FL since 1975. A navy veteran of World War II, he was a graduate of Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA. and a retired Sales Manager for the Burlington Northern Railroad. He was a Life Member of Tampa Elks Lodge No 708, Past Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Council 8612, Past President of Egypt Shrine Band, member of Egypt Shriners, Holyrood Lodge No 257 F & AM and American Legion Post 152. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years Audrey , son Kenneth, daughters Barbara (spouse Steve), and Cynthia (spouse Juan), six grandchildren, six great grandchildren, his sister Gloria of Boston, MA, one niece...

62, of Tampa, passed away on March 17, 2021. Arrangements by Blount & Curry West Chapel, Tampa

83, of Tampa, FL, passed away Saturday February 20, 2021, at home. Lee was a native of Green Bay, WI, and resident of Tampa since 1994. He graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Saint Norbert College in De Pere, WI, Class of 1962. After serving 6 years in the WI Army Reserves, Lee was commissioned as a 2LT in the US Army Signal Corps. He obtained a Master's Degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California. He served 33 years in the Signal Corps and Special Forces, retiring as a Colonel in 1990. Lee was a kind, generous, caring man, who went out of his way to help and mentor others. He actively supported numerous organizations, including the Special...

(Bailey) passed away peacefully Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021, in Tampa, Fla., her family announces with profound sadness. Her parents, Herbert and Marian, and cherished, Narasimman Srinivasagam, preceded her in death. She is survived by her beloved children, Kamala (Kate) Vasagam, Nalini (David) Turner, Rachel (Sean) McDonough and Shekar Srinivasagam. She is also survived by her adored grandchildren, who were the light of her world and brought their Gaggy such joy, Liam, Breanna, Dylan, Madeline, Jacqueline, Lucas and Lily. She additionally leaves behind her dear cousins, Arlene, Matt, Debbie and Aley. Nancy was a proud native of Pittsburgh, where she lived for 68 years before retiring in Tampa,...

of Odessa, FL, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Saturday, January 2, 2021. Born in Columbus, OH, Dave joined the Mettler Toledo Co. at the Tampa division in 2004. Burial will be in Hillsboro, OH. Blount & Curry West Chapel, Tampa, FL in charge of arrangements. Please view and sign our online guestbook at www.blountcurrywest.com

85, of Tampa, passed away on January 1, 2021. Aleida was born in Tampa, FL on May 4, 1935 to Antonia and Velia Valdez. She worked as a nurse, LPN for over 20 years. She loved the arts and painting and she loved to travel everywhere and anywhere. Aleida is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Jerry Griffey; sons, Tony Puerta and Richard Puerta; step daughter, Joy Puenta; granddaughters, Ansela Puerta and Cristel Cook; grandsons, Michael Cook and Anthony Puerta. She met death on her own terms and is now finally out of pain. Love forever, Jerry

77, a native of Tampa, FL passed away on December 23, 2020. Mike was the owner/operator of Tri-County Hauling and Recycling, Inc. He graduated from Jefferson High School. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Sandra Goins Valdes; two daughters, Jeanette Lipstein (Brian) and Janelle Nord (Christoph). Additional survivors include his grandchildren Jordan, Jared, Jadyn Lipstein and Caylyn, Alyssa, Avery Nord. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Lily Valdes and brother, Gilbert Valdes, Jr. Memorial donations may be made in Mike's memory to a charity of your choice. Per Mike's request there will not be a service. Please view our online guestbook at...

passed away on 12/18/2020. Born Meschelle Hyland in 10/26/1944 in Key West , Florida she was the proud daughter of Eugene and Ernestine Hyland. Meschelle spent most of her life in Tampa, Florida and had a long and successful career in the insurance industry where she started her career as an underwriter and progressed to hold supervisory and managerial positions until her retirement. She was predeceased by her parents, brother Raymond Fralick, sister Jean Carter and her beloved husband, Donald Caswell. She leaves behind nieces Bonny Brazil and Meschelle Manietta, and nephew, Riley Brazil all of Washington State and a niece, Patricia Smith, of Oregon. She leaves behind many grand nieces,...

60, of Tampa, passed away suddenly on November 30, 2020 at home.Michael was a native of Tampa and worked for SSP and Bill Curry Ford. He loved the beach, music, Indy racing, and BBQ. Michael is survived by his loving family; mother, Leah Lowney; sister, Linda Aaron; niece, Diana Aaron; great nieces, Diane and Deborah Sanders; and longtime girlfriend, Connie Caldwell. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation, Tuesday, December 8, 2020 from 11 am - 1 pm at the Blount & Curry West Capel, 6802 Silvermill Dr. Tampa, where a service will be celebrated at 1 pm. Please sign our online guestbook at www.blountcurrywest.com

85 of Tampa, passed away on September 18, 2020. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Arlyn moved to the Tampa area in 1986. She worked as a substitute teacher for many years before retiring. She was a member of AAUW, New Tampa Group and The Grads and loved playing bridge. Arlyn is survived by her loving children Adrienne Kane, John Hoefer, Lynn McUmber and Tara Hamilton. Her final resting place will be in St. Agnes Cemetery West Chester, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Kidney Foundation. Please view our online guest book at www.blountcurrywest.com

85, of Tampa, passed away September 18, 2020. She is survived by her loving children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and siblings. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 5-7 pm, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Blount & Curry West Chapel, 6802 Silvermill Dr., Tampa. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10:00 am, Thursday, September 24, 2020 at Incarnation Catholic Church, 8220 W. Hillsborough Ave. Please view our guest book at www.blountcurrywest.com