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MRS. ERICA DORIS ELIZABETH RAINES
A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Erica Doris Elizabeth Raines of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on October 23, 2021, will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 6th, at St. John Cathedral 3401 E 25th Ave Tampa, Florida, 33605. Senior Pastor Dwight Newkirk officiat- ing. Interment will follow at Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.
Erica was born May 31, 1968, in Newark, New Jersey, to Rus- sell and Doris Raines. Erica graduated from a technical school and moved forward with her career in cosmetology and childcare. She mastered many trades in construction cleaning, fast food restaurants and surgi- cal cleaning technician at the hospital. She foremost was a God-fearing woman and dili- gently serve the Lord.
Erica always put her family first and loved cooking. She dreamed of starting a cooking channel, where she could teach the younger generation to learn to cook.
She was preceded in death by: her parents, and Wayne Dale Everett.
She leaves to cherish her memory: her husband, Heinsworth Moses; sons, Eu- gene Betts, Marcceise Raines, Shereif Raines, Jahliek Moses; daughters, Rockyeema Raines, Shantiese Moses, Melissia Moses; grandchildren, Lamar Mitchell, Nahdeiyah Richard- son, Syriah Raines, Olivia Raines, Maurice Raines,
Christina Raines, Shamara Wimbley, Shereif Raines, Sher- rodd Raines, Shermayne Raines, Shania Raines, Jarief Raines, Keishawn Raines, Shemar Raines, Kaleah Redd-Raines, Nevah Raines, Shanear Raines, Sherecia Raines, Promyse Raines, Amari Raines, Jahkeria Moses, Cyann Martin; great grandchildren, A’mira Camp- bell, A’myrah Campbell; broth- ers, Bryant Everett, Jr., (Angie), Rahshon Raines(LaFran), Dar- ryl Raines (Jacqueline), Ronald Everett (Gwendolyn), Tony Everett, Dwight Thomas, Ran- dall Everett, Altarik Everett; sis- ters, Valencia Williams (Daniel), Tracie Newton, Balarie Johnson; aunts, Edith Hall, Charlene Ellis; uncle, Charley Hall; nieces, Aquelah Morris, Angelica Everett, Alysia Dale, Elizabeth Everett, Kiera Johnson, Mialana Johnson, Samise Lee, Mara Raines, Raven Raines, Satura Bingham, Lateefah Green, Sofia Belmer, Latesha Everett, Quan- till Everett, Dawnisha Clark, Chaya Israel, Carranda Raines, Khahiliah G. Everett, Sheresa Allen, Kyesha Fleming; nephews, Rashon Stotwood, An- gelica Everett, Marvin Grier, Jr., Hassanna Grier, Marcus Grier, Sr., Walter Johnson, Rahshon Cemar Raines, Ceron Raines, Darryl Raines, Phoenix Raines, Omar Everett, Latravis Willis, Dontravis Willis, Carlos Everett, Jamar Everett, Vashon Douglas, Taijah Joseph, Tony Everett, Gregory D. Norton, Jr., Rickey Quartermon, Elijah Quarter- mon, David Quartermon, Richard Quartermon, Therrance Quartermon, Randall Raines, Jr., Eric Everett, Jajuan Everett, Jakobe Everett, Jakary Everett, Khamorah D. Everett, Kimberly Hall, Jarodney; a host of sorrow- ing cousins; and special friends, Bernetta Scott, Charlene Reynolds, Charmaine Mills- Thompson, Collie Bowen, Jackie Wimbush, Joanne Billups.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33610, Friday, November 5th from 4:00-8:00 p.m. The family and friends are asked to meet at St. John Cathe- dral.
We are following the CDC guidelines.
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MR. EMMANUEL JOSEPH SIMON
A Celebration of Life for Mr. Em- manuel Joseph Simon of Tampa, Florida, who passed away on October 23, 2021, will be held Wednesday, November 3rd, 11:00 a.m., at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33610. Mr. Serge Gaspard, officiat- ing. The interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery, Bush- nell, Florida.
Emmanuel was born December 8, 1952, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to Joseph Simon and Anise Etienne. He was a social justice warrior and his hobbies included playing music, eat- ing Haitian food, socializing, philan- thropy and watching western movies.
Emmanuel served in the U. S. military and was a combat wounded veteran. He was also known as “Pat” short for ‘Patner’ in Creole to his fel- low associates and “Katon” from the radio show that he hosted Katon Publicity in New York.
He sided with the less fortunate of the streets and the homeless, and he kept money in his car handy so when he saw them, he could give them some money and hope. He gave to the men, women, and children of the neighborhood whenever they were in need, and he would get ice cream for all of the kids from the truck.
He knew the schedule of the birds and squirrels and would feed them as they came. More than any- thing else, he loved music and had music in his heart. Whether the music was Creole, English, Spanish, he found a connection and sang to the best of his ability. He liked Frank Sinatra, Kompa music, Charles Az- navour, Michel Sardou among oth- ers. He liked watching Westerns like The Good The Bad and The Ugly. Ac- cording to one’s mood, he would make music to uplift the spirits of others. His family was his sanctuary, and no one came near!!! He joined the military early in life and acquired the discipline necessary to manage his life and that of his family. He was forceful about projects until they were complete, and he had a resolve about completing things that he started.
He was a giving person and a de- cent man, father and husband.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, grandmother, Antonine Simon; sister, Richeline; brother, Guiguine.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Claudette Simon; two sons and one grandchild; he had many sis- ters and brothers and had the closest relationship with brother, Guiliano and sister Colette. Many and in Haiti and the U. S. mourn the loss of Em- manuel, may he rest in peace.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Mar- tin Luther King Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33610, Wednesday, November 3rd from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The family and friends are asked to meet at the chapel on Wednesday for the service. We are following the CDC guidelines.
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MS. SAMYA MARTINIQUE GILLETTE-SMITH
“MYA”
A Homegoing Service for Miss. Samya Martinique Gillette-Smith of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021, will be held on Saturday, November 6th, 3:30 p.m. at Aikens Funeral Home, Peace Chapel, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Apostle Otha B. Lockett, officiating. The interment will follow.
Samya was born April 30, 2006, in Tampa, Florida. She enjoyed singing, dancing and most of all socializing with her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by: her great grandparents, James and Lillie Mae Mack and grandparents, Henry Gillette, Sr., and Willie Jane Gillette.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories: a loving and dedicated mother, Tacoma Smith; father, Keith R. Gillette and stepfather, Tyrone Williams, Jr.; brothers, Jaheim Thomas D’Angelo Smith, Kevon Gillette, Keith Gillette, Jr., Ra- heim Gillette and Shakquan Brown; sisters, Zombia Dukes, Kei’Nya, Keiarra, Kira, Quana, Keinesia and Keyatta Gillette; aunts, Dawn Carter (Lee Jack- son), Sade Smith (Terrence), Timika Gillette, Phoebe An- drews and Marquita Gillette; uncles, Charles Smith (Teresa), Henry Gillette, Jr., (Kathy), Jovan Gillette, Oliver Gas, Jessie James Mack (Peggie), Willie James Mack (Sharon), Roosevelt Mack (Theresa); spe- cial friend, Sayvion Woods; and a host of other relatives and friends who will miss her.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home on Fri- day, November 5th 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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MR. LENNOX STATON YOUNG
A Homegoing Service for Mr. Lennox Staton Young of Tampa, Florida who passed away on Oc- tober 24, 2021, will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 5th, at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33610. Mr. Javan Young the 2nd officiating.
Lennox was born June 5, 1940, in Guyana to Rupert and Ismay Young. Lennox was one of 8 siblings and he enjoyed tinker- ing, reading, napping, watching the news and good conversation.
Lennox attended and gradu- ated high school in Guyana and met his wife; they were soon with child and looked to expand their life. He moved to Florida in the 80s, using the money he made working on the boats in America.
He sent money home to his wife, child and family. It would be a while before the whole fam- ily could move, but with hard work and determination, they pulled it off. Living in America he would learn new things and adapt to his new found life.
As a mechanic he worked until his retirement in 2005. In his golden years he was known best for his great advice, sense of humor, his repairing skills and most of all his knowledge. He was a humble and quiet soul that will be missed by all.
He was preceded in death by: his wife, Pamela Young; his par- ents; two brothers Gordon and Gregory; step siblings, Roy and Marjorie.
He leaves to cherish his memory: son, Javan Young; grandchildren, Javan Young the 2nd and Leighann Young; great grandson, Apollo Gonzalez; brothers, Rupert, Michael, Dou- glas and Reggie; sisters, Joan, Eleanor, Maureen, Yvette, Dawn.
Special thanks to Ivy, Jenny and Mr. Anderson for always checking in on Lenny and keep- ing him in high spirits.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home 2708 E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Tampa, Florida 33610, Friday, November 5th from 10:00-11:00 a.m. The family and friends are asked to meet at the Chapel. We are following the CDC guide- lines.
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