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WILSON
RUDOLFO ‘RUDY’ ARNAO, SR.
Homegoing service for Mr. Rudolfo “Rudy” Arnao, Sr., who departed this life and began a new life on Tuesday, July 18, 2017, will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 2 p. m. at Wilson Funeral Home, 3000 N. 29th Street, Tampa, Florida, with Rev. W. D. Sims, officiating. Interment will follow in Garden of Peace Ceme- tery, Plant City, Florida.
A loving husband, father, grandfather, friend and educator with a larger than life personality, Rudy Arnao, Sr. will forever lov- ingly be remembered.
He leaves cherished memo- ries with: Virginia (step-daugh- ters, Toni and Michelle); his loving and devoted son, Rudolfo (Regina) Arnao, Jr. of Smyrna, Georgia, from a previous union; two grandchildren, Lauren and Rudolfo Arnao, III; sisters, Maryann Arnao and Betty Horn; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins; loving goddaughters, Yolando Y. Andrews “Lynn” of Plant City, Florida and La’Shara Sullivan; and other relatives and friends.
Rudy Arnao was born on June 17, 1940 to Vivian Smith Arnao and Reynardo Arnao in Tampa, Florida. Rudy attended St. Peter Claver and Harlem Elementary Schools in Tampa. He then went to Carver Jr. High and graduated from Middleton High School in Tampa, in 1957.
He received his Bachelor’s de- gree in Mathematics from More- house College in Atlanta, Georgia in 1961. It was at Morehouse where Rudy became a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Psi Chapter, in 1958. Rudy attended the University of Montana in Mis- soula, Montana from 1965 – 1966. He also attended Nova University in Tampa, from 1980 – 1981 where he received a Master’s de- gree in School Administration.
Rudy started teaching Math at Marshall High School from 1961 – 1969. He then moved to the old Plant City High in 1969 until it closed in 1972. He started at the new Plant City High School as a Math teacher in 1972, served as Athletics Business Manager and Math Department Head.
In 1987, he became an Assis- tant Principal for Student Affairs and later was promoted to Ath- letic Director and Assistant Prin- cipal for Administration. He retired from Plant City High School in 2003. After retirement, he continued in education, teach- ing and mentoring many stu- dents.
There will be a viewing on Fri- day,July28,2017from5–8p.m. with the family present to receive friends from 7 – 7:30 p. m. at Wil- son Funeral Home. Friends are asked to assemble on Saturday at approximately 1:45 p.m. for the
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MS. TRACEY T. HUNT
Remembering our beloved Tracey Hunt as the Lord called her home on July 13, 2017.
A Memorial and Homegoing Celebration will take place on Sat- urday, August 5, 2017 at 11 a. m. at Friendly Missionary Baptist Church, 1901 N. Central Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602.
Tracey was born to the late Samuel Hunt and Margaret Thomas-Hunt on February 25, 1966 in Tampa, FL. She remained in Tampa for most of her life, at- tending Tampa Bay Tech High School. She was a faithful mem- ber of Friendly Missionary Baptist Church.
Tracey was loved by her family and friends and she was a loyal spiritual servant. She was pre- ceded in death by her parents.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory: a loving son, Brian Wilson (Tiffany); one grandchild, Shawn Wilson; sister, Dr. Shawna Kemp-Haley (Charles); nephew, Charles “Tre” Kemp, III; niece, Ashley Haley; grandniece, Noah; brother, Edward “Donnie” Thomas, Jr.; aunt, Gladys Thomas-Williams (Sylvester); two uncles, Jimmie Thomas (Beat- rice), and Sim Thomas; and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.
Tracey will be missed by all who loved her.
MRS. ESTELLA ‘BINA’ SIERRA
Homegoing Service for Mrs. Es- tella Sierra (Bina), who passed away on July 17, 2017 will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 2 p. m. at Heritage Christian Community Baptist Church, 14801 N. 15th Street, Lutz, FL 33688, with the Pastor, Rev. Dr. Delores J. Cain, officiating. Interment will follow Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.
Bina was preceded in death by: her parents, Ezequiel and Ramona Portuondo; ex-husband, Victorano Jesus Sierra; brothers, Armando Portuondo and wife, Marucha, Bernardo Garcia and wife, Tiny; sisters, Maria M. Portuondo, Lydia Garcia Wright; and brother-in-law, Paul Wright.
She leaves loving memories with: her son, Daniel Sierra and wife, Cheryl; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sister, An- gelina Munoz of Bradenton, Florida; brother, Samuel Garcia of Detroit, Michigan; nephew, Michael Wright and wife, Evelyn; niece, Jean Simonson of Braden- ton, Florida and devoted niece, Rhonda Hunt of Tampa; many other nephews, nieces and cousins; niece-in-law, Dorothy Jacob of Texas, other relatives and sorrow- ing friends.
Estella Sierra (Bina) was born on April 18th, 1915 in Tampa, Florida to the parentage of Ezequiel and Ramona Portuondo. Bina, at- tended the public schools of Hills- borough County. Bina, a Cuban of India and Spanish descent, was born in America. Her family mi- grated to New York, but after the death of her father, the family moved to Florida.
At a very young age after mov- ing to Tampa, she helped her mother raise her younger sister, brother and nephew. Upon reach- ing adulthood, Bina became a pio- neer business woman. If one would view her resume, they would learn that she was married to Vic- torano Jesus Sierra and resided in Detroit, Michigan for a short time. Bina worked as a domestic worker and seamstress, spending countless hours designing and making clothes for herself and others. They would also learn that she was a kindergarten teacher with the “Helping Hand Day-Nursery” and “St. Peter Claver Catholic School and Parish” in Tampa for many years.
Later, she would re-direct her passion and pursue her goals to im- prove the quality of life for her and her son by acquiring a nursing ca- reer through an apprenticeship program. After many years of em- ployment, she retired to take care of her grandchildren, niece and friends’ children.
In 2007-2008, at the age of 94, Mrs. Sierra was instrumental in the Barack Obama Presidential cam- paign, where she later received a picture and letter from Vice Presi- dent Joe Biden for her efforts in that campaign.
There will be a viewing on Fri- day, July 28, 2017 from 5 p. m.-8 p. m. with the family present to re- ceivefriendsfrom6p.m.–7p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home, 3000 N. 29th Street, Tampa, Florida. Friends are asked to assemble at the church at approximately 1:45 p. m. Satur-
MR. CALVIN BALL
Mr. Calvin Ball left his earthly home to be with our Lord on Friday, July 14, 2017. Funeral services will be con- ducted Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 2 p. m. at Exciting Faith Alive Church, 5705 E. 32nd Ave., Tampa, FL 33619 with Pastor Antonio Hawkins, officiating. A Military burial will be con- ducted at the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL at a later date.
Mr. Ball was born on April 23, 1955, in Tampa, Florida.
His loving parents pre- ceded him in death: Mr. Tom- mie Lee and Mable Ball. He was a graduate of Robinson Sr. High School and a veteran of the United States Army. Calvin was a certified Auto Mechanic for over 25 years. Calvin was baptized early in life and knew that Jesus Christ was his deliv- erer and Savior.
In his passing he leaves in mourning: one daughter, Clen- den Ball; two grandchildren; he also leaves 5 sisters and 1 brother, Maudella Ball, Mable Marie Stevens, Apostle Cynthia (Elmo) Forde, Pastor Jarvis (Betsy) Ball, Felicia Ball, and Josalyn Michelle Loango; his stepsisters, Phebie, Tina, and Beverly Gladden; his nieces and nephews, Derrick Ball, Tarvi R. Smith, Cedric Ball, Lonnie Tingle, Tapeeka Miller, Tammara Miller, Tavia Good- man, Damion Hunt, Jarvis Ball, Jr., Alvisha Miller, Mario Ball, Marlon Williams, Jaquan Ball, Mijuan Ball, Keon Ball, Vinshaun Scott, Ashley Williams and Arica Loango; his aunts and uncles, Daniel (Ear- lene) Moore, Sallie LeCount, Johnnie (Christine) Moore, Lena (Carl) Regis, Bobbie Moore, Jackie Robinson Moore, Albert Moore, Mary Moore, Brenda Donald, Sharon Canady, and Melinda Hayes, and Elease Moore; and a host of other great nieces, nephews, cousins, family members, and friends.
Arrangements are en- trusted to Charlow Funeral Home, Plant City, FL.
MOTHER ESTELLA ROBERTS
Mother Estella Roberts, 98, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at Lakeland Regional Hospi- tal. Mother Roberts was born Feb- ruary 15, 1919, in Pierce, Florida. She was the daughter of Augustus and Wessie Pearson.
Mother Roberts was a faithful member of Church of God in Christ, Supt. Mitchell Davis, Pas- tor, for more than 80 years. She served in the Choir, on the Mother Board, and wherever necessary. Some of Mother Roberts’ hobbies included: attending church, read- ing and reciting Bible verses, drawing, making riddles, crochet- ing, knitting, exercising, dancing, and traveling. She was a home- maker and a caregiver.
Mother Roberts was married for 56 years to Rev. Eddie Roberts, Sr. (deceased). She was preceded in death by: her first-born daugh- ter, Johnnie Mae Pearson.
She leaves to mourn: all eight of her beloved children, Eddie (Susan) Roberts, Dade City, FL, Pastor David (Lois) Roberts, Get- tysburg, PA, Mrs. Elizabeth (Earnest) Abner, Dade City, FL, Mrs. Patricia (James) Robinson, Riverview, FL, Mr. Elijah (Elder Delnora), Reisterstown, MD, Ms. Geneva (Ulrick – deceased) Bourne, Dade City, FL, Mrs. Irma (Simmie) McNeal, Valdosta, GA, and Mrs. Beverly (Stephen) Bourne, Dade City, FL.
She also leaves to mourn 16 grandchildren: Tara, Nigel, Der- rick, David, Jr., Darin, Daniel, Leshia, Beverly (BJ), Ulrick, Erica, Kym, Kevin, Simeon, Sean (de- ceased), Maurice, Chris; 16 great- grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild, along with a host of nieces, nephews, rela- tives, and friends.
The family will receive friends on Friday, July 28, 2017 at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 11441 Hwy 301, from 6 p. m.-8 p. m.
The Celebration of Life Service of Mother Roberts will be held Sat- urday, July 29, 2017 at Calvary As- sembly of God, 13544 US 98 Bypass, Dade City, FL 33525, at 11 a. m. Interment will be held at Dade City Cemetery.
The family appreciates all of the kindness and love shown dur- ing this time of bereavement.
FAMILY NOTICE
FAMILY NOTICE
FAMILY NOTICE
IN MEMORIAM
MRS. GERTRUDE “GRANNIE” MCCOY 5/14/15 - 7/26/07
It’s been 10 years. We love and miss you.
Your family.
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