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Funerals/Memoriams
AIKENS
MR. WILLIAM CHARLES BAKER
On December 23, 2017 at 3 a. m., Mr. William Charles Baker was called to eternal rest.
William was born on May 8, 1949 in Tampa, Florida. He at- tended the schools of Hillsbor- ough County in Tampa, Florida.
Special thanks to Florida Hospital, Kindred Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Rehab and Healthcare Center and Hos- pice for their care. No memorial service will be held.
The family.
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MR. KENNETH RIVERS
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Kenneth Rivers of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2017, will be held on Satur- day, January 6, 2018, 2 p. m., at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Minister Fella Stewart, officiating. The interment will be in Florida National Ceme- tery, Bushnell, Florida.
Kenneth was in the United States Air Force for 28 years and retired as a Senior Master Sergeant (SMGT). Kenneth spent his years after the Air Force working with Civil Serv- ice.
Kenneth was preceded in death by: his parents, Fred and Maddie Rivers and Harvey and Idella Williams; daughters, Pamela Rivers and Karen Rivers. Kenneth will be remem- bered as a hard working loving husband, father and grandfa- ther.
Kenneth is survived by: his wife, Hilda Rivers; daughters, Helen Rivers and Hilda Dixon and her husband, Damon; adored grandchildren, Alivia and Kenneth; sisters, Miriam, Alfreda, Vandelin and many nieces and nephews.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home on Fri- day, January 5th from 5 to 7 p. m. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p. m.
The family and friends are asked to meet at the chapel on Saturday for the service.
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GUDES
MR. OSSE MARC
A Homegoing Celebration in loving memory of Mr. Osse Marc will be held at 10 a. m. Sat- urday, January 6, 2018 at Gudes Funeral Home, 4050 E. Hills- borough Ave., Tampa, FL 33610. Interment will be private.
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HARMON
MRS. VIVETTE VELORA WRIGHT- TUCKER (APOSTLE TUCKER)
Homegoing Services for Mrs. Vivette Velora Wright- Tucker (Apostle Tucker), who passed away on December 18, 2017, were held on, Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 3 p. m. at the Friendly Missionary Baptist Church, 2012 N. Tampania Av- enue, Tampa, Florida 33607. Interment will be at a later date.
Mrs. Vivette Velora Wright- Tucker was born on May 1, 1970 in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, West Indies, to parents, Marjorie Morgan and Douglas Wright. She was educated in the public schools of Jamaica where she enjoyed participating in athlet- ics and netball competitions. As a youth, she was baptized at the Mount Zion Baptist Church, in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, West In- dies. She was an active member of the church and enjoyed singing in the church choir.
In 1995, Mrs. Vivette Velora Wright-Tucker migrated to the United States where she later met and then married Anthony Dennard Tucker in 2002.
In 2011, she started the Ark of the Covenant Ministry in Tampa, Florida, to assist the less fortunate in her commu- nity. She was later ordained as Apostle in Tallahassee, Florida.
Apostle Tucker leaves to cherish her memories: hus- band, Anthony Tucker; sons, Kadian Hutchinson (Lorian) and Shadiik Perry; daughters, Kadiika Tucker and Hashiinna Tucker; granddaughter, Cat- tayla Hutchinson; mother, Mar- jorie Morgan; father, Douglas Wright; father-in-law, Willie Tucker; 3 brothers and 3 sis- ters; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, brothers-in- law, sisters-in-law, cousins, and friends. May Her Soul Rest In Peace.
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MR. ROBERT LEE JACKSON
A Graveside Service was held for Mr. Robert Lee Jack- son, Jr., of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on Thursday, De- cember 28, 2017. In honor of Robert’s written wish, the pri- vate service was held on Thurs- day January 4, 2018, 11:30 a. m., Hillsboro Memorial Gar- dens Cemetery, Brandon, Florida.
Robert Lee Jackson, Jr., and his twin sister, Robin were born on December 17, 1959 to Robert and Pauline Jackson in Tampa, Florida. Robert accepted Christ at an early age. He received his education from the Hillsbor- ough County Public School Sys- tem. After high school, he proudly served in the United States Army.
On December 28, 2017, Robert passed away peacefully in his sleep at home. Robert was a loving son, father, brother and uncle. He had high regards for his parents, and a deep love and respect for his family. Robert enjoyed reading the Bible and other Christian read- ings. He also enjoyed interior decorating, cooking, and fish- ing. Robert had a giving spirit. He was passionate about caring for the elderly. He had a great sense of humor and never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by: his dear parents, Robert and Pauline Jackson; sister, Flora Jean Floyd; and niece, Ayesha Harrison.
Robert is survived by: his adoring family, daughter, Tiffany Jackson; siblings, Twanda Roberts (Charles), Shahidah Aquil, Madie Craw- ford (Henry), Archie Harrison, Jr. (Gail), Mancel Harrison, Yolanda Collins (Roger), Robin Favors (Johnnie), Thomasina Bryant (Willie), Warren Jack- son (Elizabeth), Dansenia Gad- die (James); nieces and nephews, Monica Jackson, Phillip Clark, Jr., Andre Scott, Yasin Aquil (Yasmine), Ali Aquil (Chiquila), Abdur-Rah- man Aquil (Jessica), Zarinah Aquil (Muddasar), Tauheeda Aquil (Mansur), Taqwa Aquil, Mohammad Aquil (Nejat), Sid- diq Aquil (Aidah), Idris Thomas, Arthur Shepard (Nicole), Archie Harrison, III (Angel), Adriant Harrison, Fa- cunda Watson (Rollin), Ayanna Harrison, Perys Pruitt, Karawn Pruitt (Veronica), Richelle Collins, Tony Wilson, Ebonee Wilson, Jamal Jackson, Antwan Jackson (NaOntae), Shauna Cochran (Julius), Trinee Joseph (Even), Shanelle Jack- son, Joshua Newton, Jasmine Gaddie and James Gaddie Jr., and a host of great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces, great-great nephew, uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
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BIRTHDAY MEMORIAM
MS. MAGNOLIA DOWDELL
Mama, you celebrated your 63rd birthday in heaven on 12/25 (Christ- mas Day). In our hearts....your memory lingers. Always tender, fond and true. There’s not a day, dear Mother, that we don’t think of you. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Mama!
~The Dowdell Family.
IN MEMORIAM
SAMUEL OLIVER, JR. “CISCO” March 2, 1959 - January 6, 2017
In Loving Memory of Samuel Oliver, Jr. Your presence, we miss. Your memory, we treas- ure.
Forever in our hearts. Never forgotten.
Your daughter, Lemeka (Antonio) Reeves; grandchildren: Ashonti, Antonio, II, Angel and An- tonique Reeves, family and friends.
BIRTHDAY MEMORIAM
ACHELEESE STEWART Jan. 7, 1939 -
March 7, 2013
We love and miss you mom.
Love, your sons, John- nie, Ronnie, Derrell and Andre.
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