Annette Franklin, born on January 30, 1957, passed away on May 29, 2026, in Plant City, Florida, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew her. Annette lived a life centered on family, hard work, and the simple joys that made each day meaningful. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warm presence brought comfort and steadiness to those around her. Her life was marked by kindness, resilience, and a generous ...

Jose Duenez, who was born on March 19, 1985, in El Sabino Alaquines San Luis Potosis, Mexico, and passed away on May 28, 2026, in Dover, Florida, will be remembered with love and gratitude by all who knew him. Jose lived a life marked by devotion to his family, his faith, and the quiet strength of his character. He carried himself with a kind heart and a ready willingness to help others, and those who were fortunate enough to know him will remember him as a man who was handy, loving, and ...

Mary Ellen Parker, age 91, of Lithia, Florida, passed away on May 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, faith, and devoted service to others. She was born on December 28, 1934, in Newnan, Georgia, to the late George Louis Gray and Ozella Higgins. Mary Ellen grew up with a strong sense of family and a generous spirit that would remain with her throughout her life. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Mattie Ruth Gunter and John Lewis Gray. Her life was marked by the ...

Bruce Alton Brewer, age 62, of Plant City, Florida, passed away on May 19, 2026. He was born on April 5, 1964, in Plant City, Florida, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, faith, work, and the simple joys that brought him lasting happiness. Bruce was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He shared 38 beautiful years of marriage with his wife, Evelyn Brewer, and together they built a life centered on love, loyalty, and steadfast commitment. He was a ...

Brenda Lea Tapley, born on September 21, 1966, in Tampa, Florida, passed away on May 22, 2026, in the city she called home throughout her life. Brenda was a loving woman whose presence brought warmth, steadiness, and kindness to those around her. She lived her life with grace and devotion to her family, and she will be remembered for the care she gave so freely to others. Her gentle spirit, her faithful heart, and her loving nature touched the lives of many and left a lasting impression on ...

Randy Lee Fultz, who was born on May 21, 2007, in Tampa, Florida, passed away on May 25, 2026, in Plant City, Florida, leaving behind a life that, though far too brief, was filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of a generous spirit. Randy was known by those who loved him as a loving young man whose personality could light up any room he entered. He was outgoing, talkative, and had a gift for making others feel comfortable right away. He never met a stranger, and his easy smile and ...

Pat Pogue was born on January 8, 1940, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, and passed away on May 10, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida. She lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her church, and the community she proudly called home. Pat was the daughter of the late Era Goodman and the late Sidney Stockard Johnson. She carried with her the values of hard work, kindness, and faith that shaped her life from an early age. Those who knew her will remember a woman who was loving, thoughtful, and ...

José Antonio Mendoza, quien nació el 21 de febrero de 1961 en Tula, México, y falleció el 8 de mayo de 2026 en Wesley Chapel, Florida, será recordado con profundo amor y gratitud por todos aquellos que lo conocieron. Vivió una vida marcada por la devoción a su familia, a su fe y a las sencillas alegrías que le brindaban felicidad. José fue un esposo, padre, abuelo y amigo amoroso, cuya presencia aportaba calidez y estabilidad a ...

Ronald J. Hurlock, 85, of Plant City, Florida, passed away on April 22, 2026. A quiet man of many strengths, he lived a life that spoke for itself. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ron made history as the first Senate appointment from Alaska to the United States Naval Academy, graduating with the Class of 1966. He served his country as a naval officer with distinction in Vietnam, attaining the rank of Lieutenant, and later joined the faculty of the United States Merchant Marine Academy. In ...

Joseph Heyward Simmons, known to many as Joe, passed away on May 18, 2026, in Zephyrhills, Florida, at the age of 61. Born on June 10, 1964, in Jacksonville, Florida, he lived a life marked by kindness, love, and steady devotion to the people and places that mattered most to him. Joe was the son of the late Henry and Joanne Tomlinson. He carried their memory with him throughout his life and honored them through the way he treated others, with warmth, respect, and a gentle spirit. Those ...