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Gary Payne
May 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father and Papa. Gary Payne leaves behind a lifetime of love, memories and devotion to the people who meant the most to him, his family. He was the kind of man every family hopes to have, loving, dependable, hardworking...
Elsie W. Martinez
May 21, 2026
Elsie “Tonya” Wallace Martinez, age 86, of Tampa, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026. Born on January 27, 1940, in Mobile, Alabama, to Wallace Wright Milham and Elsie Wallace Milham, she grew up to become a woman of grace, warmth, and enduring spirit. Tonya spent the greater part of...
Nikki Babey
May 20, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Nikki Babey on May 20,2026. Nikki, who was born on April 13, 1972, in Endicott, NY, departed this world in the comfort of her home, embraced by the tranquility of sleep. She was 54 years old. Nikki was the cherished...
Barbara Wudte
May 20, 2026
Barbara passed away with family at her side on May 20, 2026, at her home in New Port Richey, Florida. She was 87 years old. She was married to Bill Wudte for 50 years when he passed over a decade ago. Born and raised in Astoria, New York, they later moved to Hicksville, New York, to grow and...
Steven von Essen
May 17, 2026
With immense sadness and shock we announce the sudden passing of Steve von Essen. Beloved husband of Lori. Doting father of Jessica. He is survived by his sister Cindy (Steve), sisters-in-law Nan (Steve) and Amy, and nieces and nephews Eli, Sara, Dana, Ryan and Jennifer. He was preceded in death...
John Tye Rector
May 17, 2026
John Tye Rector, 62, of Odessa, Florida, passed away on May 17, 2026, at his home on Lake Osceola — the kind of place that suited him, with water out the window and a dock to tend to. Born in Tampa on July 11, 1963, John was a lifelong resident of Hillsborough and Pasco counties. He grew up on...
Matthew Pipitone
May 17, 2026
Matthew T. Pipitone July 11, 1929 - May 17, 2026 Matthew Pipitone (96) of Wesley Chapel, FL, passed away on May 17, 2026. Matthew “Sonny” was born in Belleville, NJ on July 11, 1929, to Sam and Mamie Pipitone. He had many fond and funny memories of playing street games while growing up in...
Kashiben Patel
May 16, 2026
Kashiben Patel, age 102, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, in Tampa, Florida. She was born on April 15, 1924, in India. A beloved mother, Kashiben devoted her life to her family and raised her children with loving care, kindness, and strength. Her warmth and dedication will be deeply missed...
James J Byrne
May 15, 2026
James J. Byrne, born October 9, 1947, in Long Island, New York, passed away on May 15, 2026, at home with his loving wife and daughter at his side. A proud man, James served his country honorably in Vietnam. Upon returning home, he dedicated himself to helping others, volunteering his time and...
Chanda T Patel
May 15, 2026
Chanda’s journey began in Maharashtra, India, where she spent a joyful childhood alongside her four siblings. Married at 14, she later navigated a "tuff and challenging" life with a grace that was nothing short of heroic. Widowed young, she dedicated herself entirely to her three children,...
Sandra Ann Flynt
May 12, 2026
Sandra Ann (Smith) Flynt, who went by Sandy, was born on October 28, 1946 in Pasadena, California to parents David Charles Smith and Edith Ann (Poulsen) Smith. Her childhood dream was to become a nurse. She applied to Texas Woman's University and was accepted to the college of nursing leading to...
Tobie Boddiford
May 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tobie Ann Boddiford 1960 – 2026 Tobie Ann Boddiford, 65, of Land O’ Lakes, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Tobie was a devoted wife to her husband Dean, and a loving mother to her children, Grady and Brittany. Her greatest...