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Funerals
GUDES
MR. ERIC DARRELL (‘EAZY’) MITCHELL
Funeral service for Mr. Eric Darrell Mitchell (also known as “Eazy”) will be conducted Fri- day, October 30, 2020, at 9 a. m. at Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, 4615 E. Hanna Ave., Pastor Melony Williams, Living World International Ministries, officiating.
“Eazy” was born on June 17th, 1968 in Tampa, Fl, and ed- ucated in the Hillsborough County School System. He was a very giving man, amazing fa- ther, and grandfather; loved by many as a son, and brother.
Eric was called home on Oc- tober 21, 2020. He was pre- ceded in death by: father, Charlie Riddle, Sr.; grandpar- ents, Carrie B. Mitchell and Leroy Mitchell; aunt, Jeanette Johnson; and nephew, Xavier Greene.
He leaves fond, precious memories with: his children, Erica Goodman, Kawandra “KiKi” Mitchell (Josh), Erianna Mitchell, EraDazia “Dazia” Hills (André), Tiffany Jones and Marlon “DJ” Jones; fi- ancée, Belinda “Dee” Jones; grandchildren, Kywuan, Paiden, Paige, Josh, Jr., Kahli, Pace and Autumn; siblings, Lisa Rich (Roy), Secrett Wal- ters, Adrian Mitchell, Sr., Damon Smith (Colette), Carlos Hamilton, Deloris “B. B.” Austin, Teresa Riddle (Mark), Cheyann Riddle and Charlie Riddle, Jr.; nieces and nephews, Demetrius Lovejoy, Lauren Rich, Adrian Mitchell, Jr., Antonia Walters, Dacobi Smith, Davon Smith, Ladaisha Smith and Antonisha Waiters; great aunts, Pearly Barnes, Bar- bara Herod and Wanda Wim- bush; uncles and aunts, Bernard Mitchell (Carol), Manuel Mitchell and Melvin Wimbush (Tabatha), Cassie Hoyte (Daniel), Ernestine Blud- saw, Linda Huff, Toni Ham- merter (Hendrick), Monica Jones-Moffett. Cherished loved ones: Barbara, Wyatt and Elisha Welch, Barbara Nellon, Catrina Goodman and Clarence Gyden; lifelong friends, Keith Bogan and Willie “Rat” Lums- den and a host of cousins and friends.
We ask that family and friends follow the CDC guide- lines.
Arrangements entrusted to Gudes Funeral Home, 4050 E. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, FL 33610.
“A Temple Of Service”
MR. CHANCEY HARRIS (‘DJ SHOTGUNN’)
Homegoing Services for Mr. Chancey Harris “DJ Shotgunn,” who transitioned on 10/19/20, will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 11 a. m. at First Missionary Baptist Church of Highland Pines, at 4711 E. 21st Ave. Tampa FL 33605.
Chancey Harris was born on September 27, 1974 to the parents of Sarah Jordan and Matthew Harris, Jr. He was a graduate of King High School.
He was preceded in death by: grandfathers, Allen Paul, Sr., Matthew Harris, Sr., Arzell Diggs, Sr.; grandmothers, Lizzie Mae Tillman and Trunell Paul; aunts, Agnes Paul Mitchell, Beverly Dye; and uncles, Clinton Melton, John- nie Milton and Sam Mitchell.
He leaves to cherish fond memories: mother, Sarah Jordan (Robert), father, Matthew Harris, Jr. (Malichand); children, Lavonte Dukes, Triale Thomas, Laquaid Jones, and James Robin- son; brother, Matthew K. Harris; sister, Genesis Blount; grand- mother, Alice Mae Diggs; aunts, Winona Hardin, Deloris Shep- pard, Evergreen Neal, Betty Butler (Larry) Alice (Wilbert) Dawsey, Mamie Lucas, Shirley Diggs, Verna Diggs; uncles, Virgil Melton, David Melton, Gerald Melton, Alan Paul, John Lucas, Alan Lucas (Juanita) Eddie Charles Melton, Elbert Melton, Jr. (Jennie), Arzel Diggs, Jr., Regi- nald Diggs, Michael Diggs, Felix Diggs, Terri Diggs; very special cousins, like a sister, Lorie Waites, Rhonda Waites, Shonta Melton, Rodney Waites and Gaye Bryant; and a host of many more nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; godsister, “DJ Lois;” god- brother, “Mr Mike;” and many close DJ friends, DJ Redd and J5 and many more; a forever friend, Tia Newsome, and kids Daijah, Dniyah, Kerra, Cierra, and Jalani and mother, Brenda Newsome.
Chancey Harris, better known as “DJ Shotgunn,” started with the “Rock it Rod DJ’s” and “Untouch- ables” to name a few. He was well known throughout the city work- ing at: Club Skye, Whiskey North, Club Underground and many more. He also had an internet radio station.
There will not be any public viewing at the memorial or the church service.
A memorial service will be held at First Missionary Baptist Church of Highland Pines from 6 p. m. until 7:30 p. m. for those of you that wish to share in your memories.
Due to COVID guidelines masks are required to enter the sanctuary.
Services entrusted to Gudes Funeral Home, 4050 E. Hillsbor- ough Ave., Tampa 33610.
“A Temple Of service”
MR. KENNETH THORNTON
Graveside Services for Mr. Kenneth Thornton of Tampa, FL, who passed away October 22, 2020,willbeheldat9a.m.on Saturday, October 31, 2020, at Rose Hill Cemetery, 4406 East Chelsea Street, Tampa, Florida; Pastor Ronald Demerson, offici- ating.
Kenneth Thornton was born to Columbus and Willie Mae Daniels Thornton on August 24, 1955 in Tampa, Florida. He was a native Floridian who resided in Tampa and was educated in the public schools of Hillsborough County. He was employed with the Hillsborough County School District for 25+ years.
He was preceded in death by: his wife, Ruth McGilvery-Thorn- ton; his parents, Columbus and Willie Mae Thornton; sister, Ar- letha Thornton and brother, Nathaniel Thornton.
He leaves to mourn his pass- ing and cherish memories: his loving children, Jennifer McGilvery, Lavonda Jenkins, Kenneth Williamson, LaQuita Esdaile (Tyshawn) and Keau- nadra Thornton; his siblings, Maxine Thornton-Hearn (James), Alfonso Thornton (Lenora), Deloris A. Thornton- Demerson (Freddie), Ollie Lee Thornton, Edward Charles Thornton, James Thornton, and Valerie Thornton-Wilson; his grandchildren; Janee’, Kevin, Leeah, Russell, Kenaz, Ah’niya, Spencer, Amariyah, Autumn, Tony, Maddison, Ty ’nae, Kenise, DeAndra, Harmony, Trinity, Re- becca, Errol, Jr., and Elijah; a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Family and friends are asked to arrive on Saturday at 8:45 a. m. for the Graveside Service.
Services entrusted to Gudes Funeral Home 4050 E. Hillsbor- ough Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33610.
“A Temple of Service”
HARMON
MR. FAD COLLINS, JR., III Aka (Bubba)
Homegoing services for Mr. Fad Collins, Jr., III (Bubba), who passed away October 10, 2020, will be held 12 noon Sat- urday, October 31, 2020 at Har- mon Funeral Home, 5002 N. 40th St, Tampa, FL, 33610, with Rev. Maurice D. Taylor, offici- ating. Interment will follow in the Rest Haven Memorial Park, 4615 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa, FL, 33610.
Fad Collins was born May 22, 1959, in Tampa, FL to the late Mrs. Bennie P. Collins and the late Mr. Fad Collins, Jr. He was educated in the public schools of Hillsborough County.
He worked a short time for Florida Steel and had a love and a gift for working on cars. He was a loving father and brother. On October 16, 2020, he answered God’s call who, gently closed his eyes and car- ried him home.
He was preceded in death by: his mother, Bennie P. Collins and father, Fad Collins, Jr.; sister, Barbara Tabor; and brother, Michael Anthony Collins.
He leaves to cherish fond and precious memories: one loving daughter, Mrs. Erika (Alfred) Perdue; three sisters: Mrs. Dorothy (David) Free- man, Mrs. Edna (James) Oliver and Mrs. Cierra (Carry) Smi- ley; nieces: Alinda, Tammy, Share, Candice, Sasha; nephews: Dorian, Derrick, Darryl, Enoch, cousins; Tyson Stone, Hazel Flowers, Marilyn Bell, Babette Stone, Patricia Black, Ronida Dorsey, Joe Brannon, Ulyses Brannon; cousins; Doretha Davis, Nathan McKay, Aria McKay, Vanessa Kennon, Alma Wood- ward Tovar, Shirley Washing- ton, Diann Roswert, Angela Collins, Felisha Phillips, Alvin Collins and host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation will be this Fri- dayfrom5to7p.m.andthe family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. at Harmon Funeral Home. All asked to assemble at 12:45 P.M. Saturday for the fu- neral service at Harmon Fu- neral Home.
(Face masks are required inside the funeral home. We deeply appreciate your cooper- ation.).
“A Harmon Burial”
MR. KINGSLEY (KING) LLOYD AGUTA
A Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Kingsley (King) Lloyd Aguta, who passed away Octo- ber 17, 2020, will be held 2 P. M., Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Heaven Destiny Assembly of God, 4104 E. Ellicott St., Tampa, FL 33610 with Rev. Tom Jones, Pastor, officiating.
Mr. Kingsley (King) Lloyd Aguta was born on October 16, 1988 to Kingsley I. Aguta and Lorraine Evans Aguta in Tampa, FL. He was a graduate of the Hillsborough County School System (C. Leon King High School) and he excelled in Football and Basketball.
Although King did not have a church home, he did seek out the Lord and was a believer to the end. He enjoyed sports, music and hanging out with his friends. He also had an interest in sports management. Kings- ley worked as an Uber Eats Driver until his demise.
Kingsley entered his eternal rest on Saturday, October 17, 2020.
Kingsley is preceded in death by his beloved father, Kingsley I. Aguta; aunt, Sylvia Chaney; grandmother, Gloria Evans Covington; and cousin, Pamela Freelain.
He leaves to cherish his memory: his mother, Lorraine Aguta; stepfather, Ronnie Nor- wood; daughter, Rasheeda Davis; brother, Ronnie Nor- wood, Jr.; uncles, Lloyd Evans and Kalechi Aguta; aunts, Kathryn Foulkes (Daniel) and Obioma Aguta; cousins, Danielle Foulkes, Matthew Foulkes, Calvin ‘CJ’ Chaney and Calvin ‘Lil Man’ Chaney, Jr.; My Ma, Sarah Denson; special brothers, Shawn Vanzant (Carol), Alex Amiker, Andre Edouard and Tavaris McKinnie; special sisters, Raina Cannedy Byrd (James) and Sonnita Richard; godmothers, Noel Johnson (Boston, MA), and El- nora Clark (Bobby); godsister, Mia Cox Johnson (Boston, MA); godbrother, Licarvio Jermel Cannedy (Atlanta, GA); ex- tended families: Janell Cannedy Grier and family (Atlanta, GA); the Guzman family; and the Johnson and Price families (Boston, MA). special friend, Diane ‘Cat’ Butler; plus, a host of other family and friends.
Visitation will be held this Fridayfrom5P.M.to7P.M.at Heaven Destiny Assembly of God.
Assembly of family and friends will begin at 1:45 p. m.
A Harmon Burial
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