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Funerals/Card Of Thanks
WILSON
MR. BARTHOLOMEW BANKS, II
Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Bartholomew Banks, II will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at 11 a. m. at St. John Pro- gressive Missionary Baptist Church, 2504 E. Chipco Street, Tampa, FL, Rev. Dr. Bartholomew Banks, Sr., Pas- tor/ Eulogist, with Rev. N. S. Sanders, officiating. Interment will follow in Rest Haven Me- morial Park Cemetery, 4615 E. Hanna Avenue, Tampa, Florida.
In the fullness of time four decades and eight months ago, the Father of the Universe de- cided to cultivate a seed, that He had sown in the sanctified womb of one of His chosen chil- dren. And so He sent forth into His world, Master Bartholomew Banks, II, one of his choicest blessings, to the charge and care of Rev. and Lady Vanessa Banks, two of his most gifted servants. The dot- ing baby boy joined his two sis- ters who preceded him. Suffice ittosay,itwasagreatdayin the Banks household.
As the years progressively moved forward, the world would witness the matricula- tion of young Bartholomew into a man of distinction. Im- mediately upon his arrival “Lit- tle Bart,” as he was lovingly called by his parents and sis- ters, was a welcomed addition to the clan. He was loved, pam- pered and groomed by them all. His involvement in home, church, school and the commu- nity made him a well-rounded boy in his Christ centered up- bringing.
A few years after he accli- matized into the Banks abode, God sent him a baby brother. At this juncture, the trio of Banks children became a quar- tet. All of the children were im- measurably gifted and a friendly competition among them was always in place. Bart, II held his own. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior under the guidance of his par- ents and became a member of St. John Progressive MBC, where he flourished in the house of the Lord. He sang in the choirs; played bass guitar; played the drums; ushered on the Usher Board; was junior Sunday School Superintendent and Captain of the Drill Team.
His early childhood educa- tion commenced at Riverhills Christian School; to Temple Terrace Elementary; to Lomax; to Sligh Junior High for middle school, where he was elected as President of the Student Gov- ernment.
Bart really began to bloom in his high school days at C. Leon King High School. Here
he was a member of the orches- tra, the Jazz Band and Marching Band. Additionally he was Co- Captain of the football team and he was point guard for the Var- sity Basketball Team. His Senior Class of 1996 selected him as the most talented in his class. And he was the recipient of the Louie Armstrong award as the best drummer in the Southeastern region of the United States. Bart was also voted as Homecoming King and the Prom Prince.
After receiving his second- ary education in Hillsborough County Bartholomew, II, en- rolled at Florida A & M Univer- sity in Tallahassee, FL. There he sought a duel degree in Music Education and Business Admin- istration. Like most students his age, he enjoyed campus life and was involved in many extra-cur- ricular activities. At FAMU, he became a young man, one who made good decisions for him- self, because he knew whatever he decided, he had to live with. Upon leaving FAMU, he re- turned to Hillsborough County to seek employment. He found work as a Customer Service Representative, at a well-known local firm and he pursued his first love: music making and music production.
The young Debonair Bart, II, caught the eye of a local young lady, Sophia Hayes. The two of them developed a serious rela- tionship and were married. To this union was born three beau- tiful children, Bartholomew, III, Jas’mia, and Amon. Bart had a fourth child, Vania, with whom he spent quality time and made provision for her to have all of the things she needed. Bart was totally devoted to his children. He groomed and pushed them as he had been groomed by his parents. He was up-front and center at their myriad of in- volvement and activities throughout the community.
On May 19, 2019, the Father of the Universe, who implanted him in his mother’s womb and sent him forth to be with us for forty years, decided his legacy for his earthly life was com- pleted (the dash between his alpha and omega). God called him home after he had distin- guished himself in the eyes of his family and the world.
He leaves joy and a bosom full of heartfelt memories to his family and friends: two hand- some sons, Bartholomew, III and Amon; two beautiful daugh- ters, Vania and Jas’mia; loving parents, Rev. Dr. Bartholomew Banks, Sr. and Lady Vanessa Banks; two supportive sisters, Kenya Hamilton Banks and Dr. Barmeithia Banks; one protec- tive younger brother, Rev. Dr. Barron Banks; cousin/brother, Ramadan Marshall; mothers of his children, Dr. Sophia Haynes and Ms. Shena Woodside; best friend, Jamie Grant and a host of relatives and friends.
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
There will be a viewing on Friday May 24, 2019 at Wilson Funeral Home, 3000 N. 29th Street, Tampa, Florida from 5 – 8 p. m. with the family present to receive friends from 6 – 7 p. m. in the chapel. Friends are asked to assemble at the church on Saturday at approximately 10:45 a.m. for the service.
“A Wilson Service” www.wilson-funeralhome.com
MR. KENNETH LEE COUNCIL
Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Kenneth Lee Counci,l who passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 2 p. m. at Wilson Funeral Home, 3000 N. 29th Street, Tampa, Florida, with Pas- tor Derrick Levy, officiating.
Kenneth was born on October 26, 1950 in Newport News, Vir- ginia. He later relocated to Tampa where he resided most of his life and attended the public schools of Hillsborough County.
Mr. Kenneth Lee Council was a Chef and was employed at the Green Iguana in the Ybor City area. His first employment was with Joel Licata in downtown Tampa.
Mr. Council was preceded in death by: his grandparents, Jim and Lucille Johnson; parents, Paul Council and Essie Mae Canady Riley.
He is survived by: his wife of 16 years, Marta Council; three chil- dren, Kennethia and husband, Dave, Kenneth Lee Council, Jr. and Shawn Council; two grand- daughters; stepsons, Melvin and wife, Zelma, Joaguin and wife, Evelyn, Xiomare and Enoch; step- daughter, Misael; stepfather, Rudy Riley, Sr.; brothers, Julius Hodges, Paul Council and wife, Debra, Ronald Riley and wife, Lunetta, Rudy Riley, Jr., Robert Riley and Ray Riley and wife, Pekela; sisters, Betty J. Canady, Paulette Park and husband, Genoa, Belevan Council and Charles, Irish D. and husband, Steve Warnock; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, including Jeanette Keely and other relatives and friends.
There will be a viewing on Fri- day May 24, 2019 at Wilson Fu- neralHomefrom5–8p.m.
Friends are asked to assemble at the chapel on Saturday at ap- proximately 1:45 p. m.
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MR. BRYAN HARVEY
Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Bryan Lavon Jackson Har- vey, “The Artist,” who passed away on May 8, 2019 in Pitts- burgh, PA, will be held on Satur- day,May25,2019,at1p.m.at Beulah Baptist Institutional Church, 1006 W. Cypress Street, Tampa, Florida, Rev. Dr. W. J. Fa- vorite, Pastor, with Minister Charles Harvey, officiating. In- terment will follow in Rest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery.
Bryan was born in Tampa, Florida to the proud parents of Anthony R. Harvey, Sr., and Mar- ianne R. Jackson on June 9, 1987.
Bryan, a tattoo artist, a craft he mastered, and was truly pas- sionate about, will truly be missed by more people than I can count, a life taken too soon, but he lived it to the fullest. Every life he touched he made a difference. If you helped him in any way or allowed him to be a part of your life, you were family to him. We would like for you to remember, when you look up in the sky and the cloud remind you of some- thing, just know that Bryan is up there still working his craft. So rest in peace my son (The Artist), until we meet again.
Bryan should be best remem- bered as a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. Not easily angered, but al- ways compelled to take on every- one else’s burden. A young man that looked at this world as a blank canvas, with his ink he left his legacy.
Mr. Harvey was preceded in death by: his grandparents, Clarence and Pearl Jackson, Charles Harvey, Bernadine and Herley Smith; aunts, Virgie (Jackson) Alexander, Dorisann Alexander and Tammie Jackson.
He will be missed beyond measure by: his wife, La’Teresa Johnson Jackson and their three children, daughter, LaNyijah; sons, Kymoni and O’Shea; par- ents, Anthony R. Harvey (Cyn- thia) and Marianne R. Jackson (Walt); brothers, Antonio Jack- son, Norris Epps (Kiera), Lorenzo Jackson, Anthony McMillan (Gina), Anthony Har- vey; sisters, Nyah Jackson, Joyce Harvey, Norreal Epps, Pearl Jack- son, Demetrius Robinson, Toni Breanna Harvey; uncles, Clarence Jackson, Chris Harvey, Charles Harvey (Lolita), James Williams, Charlie Harvey, David Smith (Diane); aunts, Bernadette Baker, Deanna Jackson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins; in-laws, April Brown (Patrick) Tampa, FL, Larrick Johnson Sa- vannah, GA, Larrell (Rolanda) Johnson Tampa, FL, and Shondra Johnson, Enterprise AL; godpar- ents, Natha and Jimmy.
There will be a viewing on Fri- day May 24, 2019 at Wilson Fu- neralHomefrom6–8p.m.
Friends are asked to assemble at the church on Saturday at ap- proximately 12:45 p. m. for the service.
“A Wilson Service” www.wilson-funeralhome.com
MR. RUDY N. LINDSEY
A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Rudy N. Lindsey will take place on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 2 p. m. at Bible-Based Fellow- ship Church of Temple Terrace, 8718 N. 46th Street, Tampa, FL, Rev. Earl B. Mason, Sr., Th.D., Pastor, with Elder Teryl Lindsey, eulogist. Military honors will be conducted by the United States Army Honor Guards. Interment will be made at Florida National Cemetery.
Rudy N. Lindsey was born on August 21, 1948 in Tampa, Florida, the third of four chil- dren born to the late Willie James Lindsey, Sr. and the late Ruby Lindsey. Rudy was edu- cated in the school system of Hillsborough County graduating with the Class of 1966 from Mid- dleton Senior High School. He obtained his AA degree after completing two stints in the United States Army. Rudy earned a Purple Heart upon his honorable discharge after hav- ing served in the Vietnam War.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Willie James Lindsey, Sr. and Ruby Lindsey; his broth- ers, Harry Brown, Jr., Willie James Lindsey, Jr., Theodore Lee, Jr., Medford Lee, and Everett Curry; brother-in-law, Nelson Brown.
Mr. Lindsey is survived by: his children, Deacon Darrell Lindsey (Robin), Evangelist Teryl Lindsey, and Krystal Bowens; grandchildren, Jazmine Jackson (Tommie), Jaslin Lindsey, Nemyah Lindsey, Micah Lindsey, Gabrielle Lind- sey, Trinity Lindsey, and Ar- mone Harris; great-grandchildren, Aliyah Ro- driquez Montgomery and Aleena Rodriguez Towns; sister, Harri- ett Brown; brother, Elder Nathaniel Lee; aunts, Rhodenia Quick and Verdell Johnson; sis- ters-in-law, Willie Brown and Elmira Curry; nieces and nephews, Gerard Wilson (Na- talie), Gerald Wilson, Michael Wilson (Cheryl), Karen King, Sharon Brown, Harriett A. Brown, Harryann Brown, Rickey Lindsey, III, and Elizabeth Ran- dolph; cousins, Cynthia Haynes, Crystal Brown, Lisa Quick, Tara Bowers, Nandi Brown, Simone Brown, Marsha Bell, James Williams, Ruben Williams, John Quick, and Derrick Haynes; like a brother, Samuel James; a host of other family members and close friends.
The remains will repose from5p.m.–8p.m.atWilson Funeral Home, 3000 N. 29th Street, on Friday, May 24, 2019 and on Saturday at Bible-Based Fellowship, Temple Terrace from1–2p.m.
Friends are asked to assem- ble at the church at approxi- mately 1:30p. m. on Saturday for the service.
“A Wilson Service” www.wilson-funeralhome.com
CARD OF THANKS
SISTER CYNTHIA DIANE FARMER
The family of Sister Cynthia Diane Farmer would like to thank everyone for your acts of kindness shown to us in time of bereavement.
The family.
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