Obituary for Lydia Elegia Diaz Born in Gurabo Puerto Rico she excelled scholarly from a young from a young age. She obtained a bachelor's degree in public education and a masters degree in social work from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras campus. She went to Indiana University...

Christopher Casiano of Riverview passed away July 16, 2024. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson, and friend. He was the most selfless big-hearted guy, who loved being around his family. Chris loved watching movies, specifically horror movies. He also loved music; his favorites to name...

Alberto Pantojas Rivera falleció el 13 de julio de 2024, dejando una legacía de arduo trabajo, dedicación e integridad. Pantojas fue un pionero en la radio en Puerto Rico, especialmente en los 70s, 80s y 90s, durante la época de baladas románticas. Por muchos años fue la voz oficial de...

El Señor es mi pastor, nada me falta; 2 en verdes pastos me hace descansar. Junto a tranquilas aguas me conduce; 3 me infunde nuevas fuerzas. Me guía por sendas de justicia haciendo honor a su nombre. 4 Aun si voy por valles tenebrosos, no temeré ningún mal porque tú estás a mi lado; tu vara y tu...

Dolores “Mama D” Smith, 84, of Zephyrhills, went home to the Lord on July 5, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Mama D loved to shop, especially at Walmart, where she could spend hours just looking around and enjoying every minute. She also...

In Loving Memory Charles Bradshaw Saunders, Sr. lived for nearly ninety-five years. If there is an overarching sentiment for his near-century of life, it would be that he lived well, partnered well, raised his children well, stewarded his grandchildren well, and served his nation well. Having...

David Soto, Sr., born on December 22, 1937, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and a large, loving family. David's life was a testament to the virtues of consistency and integrity. Throughout his career, David worked tirelessly for the same company, earning the respect...

When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom filled room Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little, but not for long And not with your head bowed low Remember the love that once we shared Miss me, but let me go. For this is a journey we all must...

Juel Vernon Ayers, Jr., affectionately known as Jay, passed away on June 21, 2024, in Brandon, FL at the age of 74. Born on April 15, 1950, in Jacksonville, FL, Jay was a cherished figure in his family and beloved by many. Jay is celebrated for being an exceptional father and grandfather. He was...

Theresa Lewis Maida, 61, passed away June 18, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Theresa was born June 29, 1962, to Willie and Georgie Lewis. She was raised in Tampa, eventually becoming the wife of Gaetano Maida, Jr. Theresa and Gaetano were happily married for...

Joe Machin, a native of Tampa, who was born and raised in Ybor City, passed away June 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Evaristo and Isabel Machin, and his son, Danny Machin. "Pepe" was a graduate of Jefferson High School class of 1952, where he...

I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one. I’d like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I’d like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days. I’d like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun; Of happy...