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Pharmacy Officer, Information Officer and Mobility Officer. He was respected by his comrades and had a deep affection and ap- preciation for the soldiers who served with him to accomplish their missions. Louie loved living by MacDill Air Force Base taking advantage of the marina, beach, all facilities, and the gulf course. He recently joined the American Legion Post 138. Unfortunately, he was unable to enjoy the bene- fits as his illness became more de- bilitating.
Louie loved his wife, Sharon from the moment their eyes met. They were blessed with two chil- dren, Tishia and Eric. He was a wonderful, loving father involved in all their interests and social ac- tivities, cheering them on when they played sports. Louie loved his sports and loved watching his games!
His service to God was so im- portant in his life always putting the Lord first. He loved serving God, committed to service at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, his Pastor and church family doing what- ever needed to be done. He was there giving his best with his wide, infectious smile. He loved being the Pro Tem of the Steward Board and working on the An- niversary Committee. Louie loved and supported all his family and was always there when they needed him without hesitation. He always gave his all to his fellow man.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, Henry and Susan Ladson; sister, Mary Ladson; and, brothers, Abie Ladson.
He leaves to cherish endear- ing memories: his loving wife of 44 years, Sharon Ladson; daugh- ter, Tishia Ladson; son, Eric Lad- son; five grandchildren, Aiyana J. Flagler, Isaiah Scriven, Tiyana Knight, Asia Cruz and Amariah Cruz; brothers-in-law, Carey Har- ris, Jr. of Boston, MA, and Paul Davis of Henderson, NC; sisters- in-law, Ethel Shepard of Boston, MA, and Darline Harris of Boston, MA/Los Angeles, CA; seven sisters, Louise Jiles (James) and Daisy Walton, both of Georgetown, SC; Annie Synder, McClellanville, SC; Gladys Lad- son, Charleston, SC; Carrie Lad- son (James), Myrtle Beach, SC; Anna Holmes (Vereen), George- town, SC; and Dorothy McWhite, New York, NY; four brothers, Henry Ladson, and Jack Ladson (Annette), both of Georgetown, SC; Hollis Ladson (Edith) of Georgetown, SC and Kevin Lad- son (Sandra) of Myrtle Beach, SC; the Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church fam- ily; and, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 3, 2022, from 4p.m.to7p.m.atRayWilliams Funeral Home, 301 N. Howard Ave., Tampa, FL 33606. MASKS RECOMMENDED.
Arrangements entrusted to Ray Williams Funeral Home, Rhodes and Northern, owners.
what he was going through she was always by his side and for that he was forever grateful. Le- Shawn loved his dad, James Billups who always encouraged him from age 16 yrs. to go after his dreams and continue to take care of himself, his children and his mother. LeShawn did every- thing in him to make sure his children didn’t go without any- thing. He loved his only grand- child; she was so special to him and he was elated to celebrate her first birthday with her. He knew his young, grown children had their full lives ahead of them and always wanted them to em- brace it, for he believed they can be whatever they strive to be.
LeShawn leaves to cherish his memory: his fiancée, Tanyana Alford; mother, Cleo Billups (James); father, Joseph Mingo, Sr. (Lillie); daughters, Miracle Mingo and LaShawn Mingo; sons, LeShawn Mingo, Jr., and Breyon Belnavis; grand- daughter, London Coley; sisters, Latanga Mingo, Teresa Williams (Anthony), and Pamela Mingo; brothers, Joe Mingo, Jr. (Tina), Timothy Mingo, Terry Smith, Terri Bunion, David Thurman (Sabrina) of Savannah, GA, and James Billups, III (Darlistene) of New York; aunts, Mae Cum- mings, Mary Jones (Leroy) of Lake City, FL; Mary Wilcox of MacClenny, FL; Barbara Davis, Bettye Christian, Bennie Pe- gram, Rosemary Anderson (Pas- tor James), Bertha Mae Russell, and Ruby Shoemaker (Eddie); uncles, James Mingo (Wanda), Goldie Mingo (Debra), Willie Mingo (Casintha), Andrew Mingo (Janelle), Odel Mingo (Teresa), Johnny Ivory (Sharon), Lewis Billups (Wadie), John Billups, and Homer Billups (Sarah); god-parents, Albert Young (Mary); and, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a loving church fam- ily. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. (Psalm 23 v.1)
Visitation will be held on Fri- day, February 4, 2022, from 4 p. m. to 7 p. m. at Ray Williams Fu- neral Home, 301 N. Howard Av- enue, Tampa, FL 33606 (MASKS RECOMMENDED)
Arrangements entrusted to RAY WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME, Rhodes & Northern, Owners
RAY WILLIAMS
IN MEMORIAM
REGINALD “MARTY” BRYANT February 4, 1997
Twenty-five years ago, you went to your heavenly home. You are truly missed.
Loving you always, your mom, Ulastein; granddaddy, Ulysses McMillan and family.
SISTER LOUISE HOBLEY-GRAHAM
Sister Louise Hobley-Gra- ham, age 96, of Tampa, Florida, journeyed to heaven at 1:25 p. m., on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Homegoing Services will be held on Saturday, February 5,2022,2p.m.atNewHope Missionary Baptist Church, 3005 E. Ellicott Street, Tampa, Florida 33610, with Minister Bruce Bryant, officiating. MASKS AND TEMPERATURE CHECKS REQUIRED. Inter- ment will follow at Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.
Sister Louise Hobley-Gra- ham was born in Louisville, Al- abama and educated in the nearby public school system. She moved to Tampa in the 1950s where she was a dedi- cated worker and caretaker. Sister Hobley-Graham accepted God in her life, and was a faith- ful member of New Hope Mis- sionary Baptist Church for over 60 years.
Sister Hobley-Graham lived a full life as a wonderful mother and friend. She was a woman of great strength and character. She loved her family and in- stilled in her children values that served them well. She loved to cook and feed you when you visited. She kept an immaculate house and yard. She never forgot her roots and appreciation of family. She was always there to provide words of encouragement, wisdom, and faith. She will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Deacon Ellis McKenzie and Missionary Willie Fryer-McKenzie; daugh- ter, Gwendolyn Hobley-Bell, son, Arthur Hobley, Jr.; and, 12 siblings.
She leaves to cherish loving memories: her devoted daugh- ter, Diane Hobley-Burney, step- son, Bennie Graham, Jr. (Joyce); grandchildren, Ter- ence E. Floyd, Cherie Lewis- Warren (William), William R. Burney, Jr., and Kylle D. Bur- ney; great grandchildren, great- great grandchildren; and, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and church members.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022 from 4 p. m. to 7 p.m. at Ray Williams Funeral Home, 301 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa. Florida 33606. MASKS RECOMMENDED.
Arrangements entrusted to Ray Williams Funeral Home, Rhodes and Northern, owners
MR. LOUIS F. LADSON, JR.
Mr. Louis “Louie” F. Ladson, Jr., passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. The Celebra- tion of Life Services will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022, 10 a. m. at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church in Port Tampa, 7221 S. Sherrill Street, Tampa, Florida 33616, with Rev. James T. Golden, Pastor, officiating. MASKS RECOMMENDED. Inter- ment will be in Florida National Cemetery, 6502 S.W. 102nd Ave., Bushnell, Florida, 33513.
Louis “Louie” F. Ladson, Jr. was born January 3, 1951, to Henry and Susan Ladson in Georgetown, SC. He graduated second in his class from Choppee High School in South Carolina and went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from St. Olaf College in Min- nesota.
Afterward, Louis enlisted in the United States Army where he was stationed in Honolulu, HI at Tripler Medical Center as a Phar- macy Technician. It was there he met the love of his life, Sharon Harris. They married in her hometown of Boston, Massachu- setts. Louie finished his MBA after honorably discharged from active duty in the Army. He at- tended Creighton University in Omaha, NE where he completed his Pharmacy degree and then ac- cepted an internship at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa.
After working for several re- tail pharmacies, Louie ventured out to become owner of Lincourt Professional Pharmacy.
He worked long hours, was very ambitious and owned three phar- macies in Pinellas County. Louie was an innovator as he incorpo- rated retail pharmacies, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, a veterinarian pharmacy and com- pounding service into his prac- tice. He was also a consultant pharmacist, organized classes for diabetic patients and lectured in various medical facilities. He was always willing to mentor and ad- vise upcoming pharmacists, going to conferences around the coun- try to learn new techniques and information.
As a soldier, Louie continued serving his country in the U. S. Army Reserve rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He served in several positions including
MR. LeSHAWN JEROME MINGO, SR.
Mr. LeShawn Jerome Mingo, Sr., A.K.A. “Bigg Juice,” passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022. A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, Febru- ary 5, 2022, 11 a. m. at New Salem Missionary Baptist Church, 8525 N. 78th St., Tampa, FL 33637, with Pastor Kaleb Barnum, officiat- ing/eulogist. MASKS RECOM- MENDED. Interment will follow in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, 4615 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa, FL 33610.
LeShawn Mingo, nicknames “Shawn” or “Bigg Juice,” was born to Cleo Billups and Joseph Mingo on June 9, 1976. He was a native of Tampa and was edu- cated in the Hillsborough County Public Schools System. He grad- uated from C. Leon King High School in 1996. Mr. Mingo was a member of New Salem M. B. Church and an Assistant Teacher to the church’s youth pastor in the youth department. He worked as a Retailer for Foot- locker in Westshore Mall and previously at Brandon Cadillac (RCP). LeShawn was an entre- preneur who owned Miracle’s Mobile Detailing and Mingo’s Commercial Cleaning. “Bigg Juice” loved to dress (y’all know his outfit from head to toe had to match). He also loved basketball, football, cars, watching movies and listening to old school R&B, but most of all, he loved to dance.
The most important part of his life was his family. No matter the distance or circumstances he would do what he had to do in order to be there to show sup- port. LeShawn loved his mother, Cleo. She was everything to him, the apple of his eyes. No matter
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