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Funerals/Memoriams
AIKENS
MRS. AMY DOROTHY WORLDS (‘DOT’)
A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Amy Dorothy Worlds “Dot” of Tampa, who passed away on Monday, March 2, 2020, will be held on Satur- day, March 14th, 11 a. m. at St. John Progressive M. B. Church, 2504 Chipco Street, Rev. Dr. Bartholomew Banks, Pastor, officiating. The inter- ment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.
Amy “Dorothy” Worlds made her entrance into this world on August 8, 1935 in Cedar Springs, GA. She was the 5th oldest of 10 children born to Wat- son and Nina Daniels. Dorothy grew up in a loving home with extended family members. She attended church at Good Hope AME Church, where she accepted Christ at an early age. The family relocated to Donalsonville, GA, where she met and married, James Worlds, Sr., to this union 5 children were born. She later moved her mem- bership to St. Matthews MBC. In April 1970, Dorothy moved to Tampa, FL with her four children, where her eld- est son, Bobby resided. She had vari- ous jobs and later decided to attend soldering school, where she acquired the skills to maintain employment for 25 years.
Following the church covenant, in 1970 Dorothy joined St. John Progres- sive MBC under the leadership of Rev- erend F. G. Hilton. She was an active member of Choir #1, Usher Board #1, and the Pastor’s Aide Board. Due to her health, she stepped down from the choir and usher board, but was still an active member of the Pastor’s Aide Board, “giving orders as usual” and they were always obeyed. She would do anything for “her” Pastor Bartholomew Banks, Lady Banks and
GUDES
MR. KALVIN SHEPHERD
A Homegoing Service for Mr. Kalvin Bernard Shepherd (aka “Nob”) of Tampa, Florida, who passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Friday, February 28th, will be held on Saturday, March 14th at 1 p. m. at Northside Missionary Baptist Church, 5706 N. 40th Street, Rev- erend Ricardo Robinson, Pastor; with Reverend Bruce Satchell, offi- ciating.
Kalvin Shepherd was born on February 17, 1965 to the late Mr. Lester and Martha Shepherd in Tampa, FL. He was the middle child of six children. Kalvin “Nob” was a kind, thoughtful and funny person, and a very hard worker. He grew up in church and was baptized early under the late Pastor Emeritus Rev- erend Leon Lowry of Beulah Baptist Institutional Church in West Tampa. He was always loving and helpful to others and full of jokes for all who knew him.
Lastly, he worked 14 years at PF Changs Restaurant on Westshore as a Kitchen Prep. He also worked the same position for 6 years at Cooper- shawk Winery and Restaurant on Columbus Drive. He worked both jobs faithfully until he fell ill on Jan- uary 27th.
Kalvin was preceded in death by: his sister, Anna Marie “Dodie” Shepherd and brother, Robert Pittman Shepherd.
He leaves to cherish his loving memory: sister: Miss Anita “Dutchess” Shepherd; brothers: Kirk Shepherd and Kenneth Shep- herd (Sheneva); nieces: Carmela Pittman Shepherd, Angel Shepherd, April Shepherd, Marquita Shep- herd, Sierra Thomas and Shekia Box; nephews: Antoine Shepherd, Sr., Kenneth Covington (Shaunette), Kenneth Shepherd, Keyshawn Shep- herd, Morgan Johnson, Sr., Malik Wilson, Daquann Wilson and Shaquille Andrews; Great nephews: Demontae Shepherd, Antoine Shep- herd, Jr., Mekhi Henderson, Ken- neth Covington, Jr., Kentrell Covington, Morgan Johnson, Jr., Morkeece Johnson, E’montre Wash- ington, E’mauri Washington and E’quavis Washington; great nieces: Wyana White, Aubreana White, Caydence White, Tatiana Johnson, Lyondon Shepherd, E’Lecya Wash- ington, De’Mariyah Bruce and Kamil Henry; his loving aunts: Edith Shepherd, Tampa, FL, Mary Shep- herd, Davenport, FL, and Ginger Shepherd (Houston, Texas); a loving uncle: Nathaniel Shepherd, Daven- port, FL; and a host of other loving relatives and sorrowing friends that will miss him.
The visitation will be held at Gudes Funeral Home on Friday, March 13th from 5 to 7 p. m.
Family and friends are asked to meet at the church on Saturday for the service.
Gudes Funeral Home “A Temple of Service”
HARMON
MS. DIANA DAVIS (‘DEE DEE’)
A Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Diana Davis (aka Dee Dee) of Tampa, Florida, who passed away, Sunday, March 1, 2020, will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020, 11 a. m. at Anointed Word Church of Tampa Bay, 1709 W. St. Joseph St., Pastor Roy Hayes, of- ficiating. The interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Park Ceme- tery along with her parents and sister.
Dee Dee entered this world on March 18, 1961. She was educated in the Hillsborough County Public Schools System.
In 1980, Dee Dee graduated from Brewster Vocational Techni- cal High School. She enlisted in the United States Army Reserve in 1981. While in the Reserves, Dee Dee received training to become a Certified Patient Care Specialist. Dee Dee remained active in the Reserves for six years and in 1987, received an honorable discharge.
At the time of her death, she worked for Lincare of St. Peters- burg, as a Medical Billing Special- ist for seven years.
Dee Dee is preceded in death by: her parents, Brother John Turner and Sister Charlene Davis.
Dee Dee leaves to cherish her memory: brothers, Charlie R. Davis, Jr., Ricky Lee Davis and Robin Scott Davis; sisters, Mattie Turner Reed, Patricia Keepler, Toyia S. Davis (Toyia’s husband, Louis T. Davis); nieces and nephews, Chenoa Turner-Reed and two sons, Erica Eam (Bora), LaSheantea T. Davis, Antonio Davis, Louis Oliver, Erika A. Davis, Jamison MaCaulay, Imani Bussey, Denagh Soriano, Javon Soriano, Kyanna Soriano, and Ravin Knottingham; great nieces and nephews: Rasheandria, Erik Mesonetto, Destiny, Jeovonnie Hobbs, Kaya Eam, Tyler Eam, Josh, and Evan.
The visitation will be held at Anointed Word Church of Tampa Bay, 1709 W. St. Joseph St., on Friday, March 13, 2020, from 6 to 8 p. m. Family and friends are welcome to come and celebrate her life.
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family. She also enjoyed fellowship- ping with the Keenagers.
During her lifetime, Dorothy en- joyed traveling with her YaYa sisters to various countries and cities. Her hobbies included reading, shopping, going to the movies and spending time with family. She also loved gardening; this was her passion and many have received flowers from her garden.
Dorothy had a special relationship with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family. Throughout the latter stages of her illness, it was Betty and Sarah who lovingly cared for her and made her comfortable in dealing with the chal- lenges she faced. If there was a need, she asked GOD how she could be used to meet it. Her doors and heart were always open to help whenever it was asked of her. Her random acts of kind- ness towards family and friends and even strangers are too numerous to mention.
Dorothy’s faith in Jesus Christ was not just something she talked about; it was something she lived. Now in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we joyfully celebrate the treasure that was Amy “Dorothy” Worlds. . . a gift from GOD whose spirit will always live in our hearts.
She leaves to cherish in loving memory: children, Betty Love (Randy), Sarah Worlds, Allen Worlds (Angela); special daughters, Lois Worlds and Mattie McGhee; grand- children, Christopher (Benitha), Tamisha, Eric (Tasheba), Eris, Alex, Jasmin, Carolyn, Chenell, Ashley, An- gela and Tonya; great grandchildren, Kendrick, Tyrek, Zaniya, Derrious Oliver, Kahlin, Zion, Rai’Seania, Eric ‘EJ,” Jr., Tiana, De’Oni, De’Voni, Leyah, Xavier, Kennedy, Ayden, Elijah and Lola; brother, Robert “Patches” Daniels (Sharone); sisters, Geneva Lee and Ruby Hopson; special friends, Rev. Dr. Bartholomew and Lady Banks, Dea. Isaac and Betty Gallmon, Dea. Willie and Verdine Monroe, Dea. William and Betty Forde, JoAnne Daniels, Bertha Bush (church seat mate), Viola Wallace, Ruth Lewis, Laura Vanguard, Pat Himes, Gloria Broadnex, Belinda Carter, Annie Boston, Sharon Drummond (beloved hair dresser); as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who all loved and adored her.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home on Friday, March13th,5to7p.m.
The family and friends are asked to meet at the church on Saturday for the service.
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MR. PAUL DAVID WILLIAMS, SR.
Homegoing services for Mr. Paul David Williams, Sr., who passed away March 3, 2020, will be held Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 1 P. M. at Exciting Faith Alive Church, 5705 E. 32nd Ave., Tampa, FL 33619 with Pastor Antonio Hawkins, officiating. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories, 4207 East Lake Ave., Tampa, FL 33610.
He worked at Kwik Chek Su- permarket, that later became Winn Dixie, for 40 years. He at- tended the public schools of Thomasville, GA.
He was preceded in death by: his mother, Estella Bryant; 3 brothers and two sisters; 3 sons: Paul Williams, Jr., Davis Williams, and Robert Williams; and one daughter, Pauline Williams.
He leaves to cherish fond memories of him with: 5 sons: Gary Williams, Clifton Williams, Patrick Williams, Howard Williams and Phillip Williams; 6 daughters: Mary Ann Williams, Joyce Houston, Joann Matthews, Lavern Rhanes, Paula Williams and Paulette Williams; 3 step-kids: Tony, Tonya and Tangie; 23 grands; 52 great-grands and 31 great-great grands; one brother, Fondern Hollis; a host of nieces, nephews and family members and sorrowful friends.
Visitation from 5 to 7 P. M., this Friday at Harmon Funeral Home, 5002 N. 40th St., Tampa, FL 33610.
Family and friends are asked to assemble at the church on Sat- urday at 12:45 P. M. for the proces- sional.
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IN MEMORIAM
ROBERT M. GREEN, JR. March 24, 1970 to March 14, 2010
Blessings. We the family, still miss you every day. It’s been 10 years.
IN LOVING MEMORY OF YOU!
ALTON JOHNSON
A loving husband and father. You’re not here, but you’re for- ever in our hearts. Loving you al- ways and missing you the most!
Your wife, daughters, and grandkids.
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