OBITUARIES
Alan Ira Becker
Aug 8, 2024
Alan Ira Becker, age 88, passed gently on the morning of August 8, 2024, after a courageous struggle with multiple ailments, including diabetes and heart disease. His health challenges impinged upon his ability to live a life devoted to music, nature, fine dining, and family (not necessarily in that order). Despite his eternal iconoclasm and Peter Pan like embrace of...
Mitchell Campbell Mick
Aug 8, 2024
MICK, MITCHELL C., 94, of Tampa, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 8, 2024. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Helga, brothers, Walter and M. F. “Bunny” Mick, daughter, Susy Warren. Survivors include his son Tom (Martha) Mick, of Tampa; daughter Heidi (Mike) Baird, of San Antonio, TX, and son-in-law Jack...
Deborah "Debbie" Scott
Aug 6, 2024
Deborah “Debbie” L. Scott, beloved mother and grandmother, age 67, of Tampa, FL, passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2024.
A cherished and beloved member of her community, Debbie was born on January 1, 1957, in Waynesburg, PA to parents Robert Dale Cowell Sr. and Carolyn Sue Cowell. Debbie, a 1974 graduate of Waynesburg Central High School, went on...
Aaron Maurice Gerb
Aug 6, 2024
Aaron Maurice Gerb (aka Sonny & Maury), 97, passed away on Tuesday, August 6. Maury was the son of Faye and James Gerb, husband to Annette, brother to Shirley, father to his two children, James (Donna) and Sari, grandfather to Samuel (Ashley) and Elianna, and great-grandfather to Carter and Cooper. Maury was predeceased by his wife, Annette and his daughter,...
Stanley S. Glantz
Jul 29, 2024
GLANTZ, Stanley S., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2024 at his residence in Pompano Beach, Florida. He was 94.Born in Brooklyn, New York, on March 10, 1930, Stan spent the majority of his career in the lighting industry which eventually led him and his family to the sunny state of Florida, where...
Beatrice Miller Hulse
Jul 27, 2024
Beatrice Miller Hulse was born in Canton, Ohio and spent most of her early years living in the surrounding environs, enjoying the beauty of the changing seasons in that area of the country. Having been born during the time of the Great Depression, she learned to appreciate the simpler things of life, a characteristic which she carried throughout all of...
Myrna Starr
Jul 21, 2024
Myrna Starr, 87, of Tampa, FL, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024. Born on November 16, 1936, in Brooklyn, NY, Myrna led a vibrant life marked by love, creativity, and joy.
Myrna’s life journey began in Brooklyn, where she met and fell deeply in love with Jesse Starr. Their 63-year marriage was a testament to their enduring affection and partnership....
Brian Louis Pearlman
Jul 21, 2024
Brian Louis Pearlman, 59, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Family was the cornerstone of Brian's life, and he lived each day devoted to their happiness. He was a cherished husband to his beloved wife, Julie; a devoted father to their children, Erin (Josh) and Adam (Austin); and a proud grandfather to Jacob. He was a caring son to...
Richard "Dick" Roher
Jul 14, 2024
With great sadness, we share the news of the death of Richard “Dick” Roher, who passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. Richard was the husband of Sheila Roher, the father of Keith (Julie Buchman), Alana George (Troy), Mitch (Paula) and Jeff, the grandfather of Amy Roher, Zach Roher, Austin Roher, Grant Roher, Addy Roher, Hank Clayman (Taylor), Sam Clayman,...
Michelle Suzanne Bourgeois
Jul 10, 2024
Michelle Bourgeois, 69, passed away on July 10th, 2024, in Tampa, FL. She was an internationally acclaimed behavioral scientist in the field of communication sciences and disorders, best known for her pioneering research and development of therapies for dementia patients and their caregivers. Her life of adventure began on October 16, 1954, in Putnam, CT, where she was born to...
Thomas Warren Ruggles
Jul 7, 2024
Thomas Warren Ruggles, 83, beloved husband and father, and respected attorney of Tampa, Florida passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024. Tom was born in Three Rivers, Michigan on July 26, 1940 to Warren and Vera Ruggles. He earned his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Michigan. After meeting on a blind date, Tom married Bonnie McManus on...
Israel Vana
Jul 6, 2024
Israel Vana - father, grandfather, brother, community leader, and dear friend - passed away July 6, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. He was 71. Born January 4, 1953 in Be’er Sheva to Saadia z’l and Shulamit Vana z’l, Israel was a devoted son and brother to his siblings Avram z’l, Rami, Tamar, Yoav, Benjamin, Drora, and Meir. He often told childhood stories...
Selma Pugan
Jul 5, 2024
Selma was born on October 29, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York. Selma was raised in the projects of Redhook.
She was preceded in death by her husband Elly, her mother Ruth Gordon, and her sister Lorraine Greenblatt.
Selma is survived by her daughter Lynn B. Velt and her husband, Paul. Selma has two beautiful grandchildren, Jennifer and Eric. Selma also had...
Harold Ewen
Jul 4, 2024
Harold Ewen, 91, of Tampa, FL, passed away on July 4, 2024.
Harold was born in Frankfurt, Germany, on January 24, 1933, the son of Sigmund and Fanny Ewen. He and his family moved to the United States in 1937, where they passed through Ellis Island and lived for a year in New York City before settling in Indianapolis, IN.
Harold Ewen...
Chesley Key Culp Jr
Jun 26, 2024
By Benjamin Culp
Ches lived a long and happy life, one deserving of remembrance and celebration. He lived well, sticking to his principles and pursuing his dreams. He greeted each day with a smile, and employed his wit and his intelligence in his every endeavor. It could be said that he spent as much time on the funny pages as he...
Linda Rice
Jun 23, 2024
Intelligent, charming, and effortlessly chic, Linda Prentice Rice, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, in Tampa, FL, at the age of 84. She was born on May 28, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY to her late parents, Regina and Herbert Prentice, and was an adored sister and niece to her late brother David Prentice and Aunt Bebe and Uncle Bert...
Vincenzo Dellosa
Jun 21, 2024
Vincenzo Dellosa, a beacon of love and wisdom, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024, at the age of 88 in Tampa, Florida. Born in Casoli, Italy, on November 11, 1935, Vincenzo's journey was marked by his indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to his family and community.
Vincenzo's life was a testament to the power of hard work and perseverance. After...
Richard Hirsch
Jun 19, 2024
Richard Allan Hirsch – husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin, and dear friend – passed away June 19, 2024, at his home in Tampa, Florida. He was surrounded by his loving wife of 54 years and his children. He was 82.
Born July 6, 1941 in Tampa, Florida to Miriam and Jack Hirsch, Richard was a devoted son and a beloved brother...
Richard Paul Watkins
Jun 10, 2024
Richard Paul Watkins, fondly known as Rick to his family and friends, went to heaven on June 10, 2024, at Tampa General Hospital, with his family by his side. Born on January 27, 1962, in Framingham, Massachusetts, Rick's 62 years of life were marked by a remarkable blend of service to his country, love, humor, and an unwavering positive spirit.
Rick...
Steven Haberland
Jun 4, 2024
Steven Haberland, a devoted family man, was tragically killed in a motor vehicle accident on June 4, 2024. Steve was born on April 30, 1974 in upstate NY to Marvin and Patricia Haberland. He grew up in Palmyra, NY with his parents and sister Tammy.Following the lead of his father, Steve joined the Palmyra Volunteer Fire Department at the age...
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