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Funerals
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REV. EZELL BERRIEN
A Homegoing Celebration of life and love for Rev. Ezell Berrien, who transitioned on Saturday, October 9th, 2021, will be held Saturday, October 16th, 12:00 p.m., at 34th Street Church of God, 3000 N. 34th St., Bishop Thomas Scott, Senior Pastor, of- ficiating. The interment will be held at Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.
Rev. Ezell Berrien was born May 2, 1933, in Rincon, Georgia, to the union of Woodrow Berrien and Lydia Berrien. He departed this earthly life on Oc- tober 9, 2021, at Tampa General Hospital while surrounded by family.
He was considered the patri- arch of the Berrien family as the oldest living male. Even though this loss is colossal to our fam- ily, we’re contented that the Lord’s Will was done.
His parents relocated their family to Ft. Meade, Florida, where he attended the public schools of Polk County. At the age of 18, he was drafted during wartime to the United States Army in May 1951, where he served during the Korean Con- flict. He was Honorably Dis- charged in 1953.
After returning to the States, he met the love of his life, Mil- dred Campbell and changed her last name to Berrien on May 26, 1954. They were married for 44 years and added 10 children to their union.
He was a hardworking man, incredible provider and protec- tor, and loved his family dearly. He taught us so many practical and valuable lessons throughout our lives, most of all how to love and serve God, as well as serve
others.
He joined and served as the
Chairman Deacon of New Progress M.B. Church and was later called to the Ministerial Work of the Gospel. He was Or- dained as an Elder on August 16, 1981.
He later served as the Assis- tant Pastor at New Mt. Silla M.B. Church. He then had the honor of becoming the Senior Pastor of Ebenezer M.B. Church, Tampa for several years and the Senior Pastor of First Corinthians M.B. Church before retiring as a Pastor in 1995.
He was very passionate about his assignments in Pas- torship, and his overarching themed message was, “God is Love.”
Rev. Berrien was preceded by death by: his parents, Woodrow and Lydia Berrien; his loving and beautiful wife, Mildred Berrien, (December 22, 2000); son, Ezell Berrien, Jr., (April 19, 2005); 3 brothers, Judge Lakes, Horisten Berrien and Nathaniel Berrien; and sis- ter, Mary Jackson.
Rev. Berrien will be greatly missed, his memories will be forever cherished by his family 10 children, Judy Mathis (Howard), Lakeland, Florida, Sherrie Berrien, Norman Berrien (Minelle), Sonya Hadley, Gary (Shirlene), Del- tona, Florida, Dwayne (Leslie), Artis (Jackie), Jerome Berrien, Mark and Corey Berrien (Tashay); 3 sisters, Clara Rus- sell, Julia McLean, and Jean- nette Harrison (Polk County); 1 aunt, Eloise Gray (Miami); and godson, Andre Maxwell; 28 grandchildren; 30 great grand- children; 12 great, great grand- children; brothers-in-law, Alton Campbell (Versie) and Booker T. Campbell (Jacksonville), sis- ters-in-law, Annie Mae and Joyce Berrien, Essie Lakes, Miami, Gladys Lewis, Ft. Meade, Marlene Doyle (John) Tacoma, WA.
He has a large number of cousins, nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
The visitation will be held on Friday, October 15th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the 34th Street Church of God located at 3000 N. 34th St. The family and friends are asked to meet at the church on Saturday for the serv- ice.
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MR. GEORGE CLEMENTS, JR.
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. George Clements, Jr., of Mobile, Alabama, who passed away on October 4, 2021, will be held on Saturday, October 16th, 10:00 a.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Dr. Laura Ann Har- grove, officiating. The interment will be held at Pine Crest Ceme- tery in Mobile, Alabama.
George was born October 16, 1946, to George and Margaret Clements. He moved to Tampa, Florida, in January 2020, to live with his daughter, Sarah Clements, who was also his full- time caregiver for three years.
He worked as a Longshore- man at the ILA 1410 Hall for more than 22 years in Mobile, Alabama. He served as an Usher at Greater Morning Star Baptist Church. George became a Tik- Tok sensation in May 2020, with over 200K followers where he was known as Mr. Pops.
He also enjoyed dancing, traveling and grilling. Loved and adored by many, his infectious laugh and smile will truly be missed.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; sisters, Tena Ali, Lula Mae Clemons; brother, Samuel Clemons; grandchil- dren, London Clements and Christian Clements.
He leaves to cherish his memory: to his loving and de- voted daughter, Sarah Clements; devoted son-in-law, Raymond Simons, Hampton, VA; daughters, Keeshia Clements, Maryland; Yolanda Clements and Shandrickal Clements, of Mobile, Alabama; grandchildren, Jessica Clements, Joshua Clements, Kamieah Longshaw and Khy Clements; great grandchildren, Malajah, Malachi Lamon, Lon- don and Aiden Clements; sister, Margaret Wright (Harold), of Atlanta, Georgia, and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins other relatives and friends.
Special thanks to, Mrs. Williams the Admin. Assistant at ILA 1410 Hall and all of his TikTok family.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home Friday, October 15th, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The family and friends are asked to meet at the Chapel on Saturday for the service.
We are following the CDC guidelines.
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MRS. SANDRA GAIL BROOKS GREEN
A Homegoing Memorial Cele- bration of Life for Mrs. Sandra Gail Brooks Green, of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on Oc- tober 04, 2021, will be held on Saturday, October 16th, 10:00 a.m. at 34th Street Church of God, 3000 North 34th Street. Tampa, Florida, 33605, Bishop Thomas Scott, Pastor; Bishop Michael Lewis, officiating.
Sandra was born January 09, 1965, to Charles, Sr., and Martha Wilson Brooks. She enjoyed cheering for the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, spending time with family and friends, taking naps and she always had a fresh pot of coffee.
She worked for Progressive Insurance Company for over 31 years.
She was preceded in death by: her brothers, Michael, Anthony, Felton and Charles, Jr., sister, Irene.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Andre Green; children, Andrea Green, Jordan Green and Rircory Green; grandchildren, Kamryn Baker and Janina Johnson; brothers, Harold Brooks, Donald Brooks, Joseph Brooks, and Gregory Brooks; and sisters, G. Jean Sanderson, Katherine Haywood, Linda Brooks, Mary Brooks, Debra Reed-Brooks, and Jacque- line McFadden; and a host of un- cles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The family and friends are asked to meet at the church on Saturday for the service.
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MR. LESEDEUS ‘BLACK BOY’ McDERMOTT
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Lesedeus ‘Black Boy’ Mc- Dermott of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on Thursday, Sep- tember 30, 2021, will be held on Saturday, October 16th, 1:00 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home Chapel, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Rev. Michael Neely, officiating. The interment will be held in Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery.
Mr. Lesedeus McDermott was born in Ocho Rios, Jamaica on April 22, 1940, to the late Samuel McDermott and Beat- rice Elsada Brown. He was known to everyone as ‘Black Boy.’
In 1968, Black Boy moved to Florida and worked many years as a Laborer and in the 70s his career began in the Construc- tion Industry until 1996. Black Boy loved his family and loved his daily gathering of his friends for dominoes. He was a great cook and enjoyed cooking for everyone.
On December 23, 2000, he would marry the love of his life, Barbara. Black Boy has left a huge imprint on the Jamaican community and his passing has left a void in so many lives.
He leaves to cherish those fond memories with: his lovely Wife, Mrs. Barbara D. McDer- mott; (2) daughters, Mrs. Shanda (Melvin) Mackey and Ms. Wanda Stubbs; (4) grand- children, Shanice Williams, Stephan Stubbs, Malik Mackey and Milan Mackey; (2) great grandchildren, Nasir Scott and Cairo Pyron.
Special close friends who are more like family, Johnnie Mae (Red) Campbell, Ophelia (Roach) Robinson, Terrance Jackson, and all the domino gang.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home on Friday, October 15th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The family and friends are asked to meet at the Chapel on Saturday for the service.
We are following the CDC guidelines.
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