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Funerals/Memoriam/Card Of Thanks
FAMILY
GARDEN OF MEMORIES
HARMON
In Loving Memory
MR. ROBERT MARTIN BODDEN, SR. Sunrise: June 23, 1935 – Sunset: September 22, 2015
On June 23, 1935 in Mo- bile, AL, Robert M. Bodden (Bob) was the second of seven children born to James McKinley Bodden, Sr. and Marina R. Bodden. Bob’s fa- ther relocated his family to Tampa, FL, where he and his siblings grew up. He at- tended St. Peter Claver Catholic School from the first through the ninth grade, and attended Middleton Sen- ior High School. He gradu- ated from Middleton Senior High School in June of 1953.
In July of 1954, he en- listed in the US Navy. During his career, he studied and re- ceived his Bachelor’s Degree from National University, in Health Care Administration.
While attending St. Peter Claver during Junior High School, a pretty young lady named Della, often walked by the school grounds and caught the attention of Bobby as he was affection- ately known to her. It wasn’t until later in high school at a football game that a mutual friend would introduce him and her to each other from which they became high school sweethearts, and that was the beginning of a life- long friendship and true love. The two became one in Holy Matrimony on Novem- ber 8, 1954. This unity was the beginning of a 60-year, life-long journey and com- mitment to being a loving
husband, father and provider.
On March 31, 1955, Bob and Della were blessed with their first child, Robert M. Bodden, Jr. God continued to bless them with 8 more children, which gave them 5 boys and 4 girls. His family was his pride and joy.
After joining the Navy, he was sent to San Diego, CA, where he completed basic training “boot camp.” He continued on to becoming a Hospital Corpsman and was appointed to the top of the enlisted rank as a Master Chief Petty Officer on Sept. 16, 1976. He served in the Vietnam War and was de- ployed many times over seas. His commitment and duty to the Navy required him to spend many days, weeks and months away from his fam- ily. He served in the Navy 31 years, 6 months, 4 days and 4 hours, as he would say when- ever asked, ‘how long were you in the Navy?’ He was a man of valor and served his country well.
He enjoyed playing tennis and shared that enjoyment with his 4 oldest children. They were members of the Mountain View Tennis Club in South East San Diego for many years. Although he had 9 kids and several grandkids, he managed to participate in many of their activities, such as the Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, tennis matches, soft- ball, little league baseball and football.
As time went on, Bob picked up the sport of golfing and riding motorcycles. He loved riding his Ultra Classic Electra Glide Harley David- son, “My Baby,” and his Fat Boy Lo Harley Davidson.
He grew up in the Catholic Church. He trusted in God and was a faithful ser- vant. He was a member of Christ The King Catholic Church in San Diego for over 30 years. He was a dedicated member of the choir. Bob loved to sing and wanted to share his bass voice with all who would listen. He also participated as a member of The Knights of St. Peter Claver, San Diego Council
#371, where he served as the Grand Knight. Bob was a long-time active member in good standing in the follow- ing organizations: Fidelity #10 served as Past Worship- ful Master; San Diego Consis- tory #91 as Past Commander in Chief; Azeem, Temple #102 (formally known as Isis Temple #102) served as Past Illustrious Potentate; Mount Moriah #4 served as Past Ex- cellent High Priest; James A. McElroy Royal and Select #3.
Bob’s parents, James McKinley Bodden and Ma- rina R. Bodden preceded him in death, along with his wife of 60 years, Delphina L. Bod- den, his fourth child, Eliza- beth Ann Bodden, his youngest brother, Dolan M. Bodden and his older brother, James M. Bodden, Jr., sisters-in-law, Brownie and Dorothy J. Echols, brother-in-law, Kermon Nordt and granddaughter, LaShawn N. Harris.
He leaves to cherish his memory and continue his love and spirit with: his brother, Joseph P. Bodden (Maxine); sisters, Harriette Harris, Betty Gray and Ma- rina Pilcher (Ronnie), all of Tampa; his children: Robert M. Bodden, Jr., San Jose, CA, Anthony G. Bodden (Sonya), Maricopa, AZ, Teresa M. Harris (Barry, Sr.), San Diego, Brian S. Bodden (Suzette), Murrieta, CA, Ken- nan M. Bodden, Sr., San Diego, CA, Mark C. Bodden (Lorena), Temecula, CA; son/grandson, Elizio A. Bod- den (Yannie), Las Vegas, NV.
Twenty-three grandchil- dren: Elizabeth Nickerson (John), Lamar Harris (Vatri- cia), Shauntiney Ward (Granvile), Barry Harris, Jr., Marcus Bodden (Vanessa), JaDaun Griffin, Jr., Jessica Harris, Tiffany Bodden, Ken- nan Bodden, Jr. (Christine), Cameron Bodden (Sarah- Lee), Brittini Bodden, Christopher Bodden, Angelo Bodden, Erica Bodden, Jor- dan Thompson, Shanda Ivory; Elysha Bodden, Jaiden Bodden, Elizio Bodden, II, Michael Ivory, Jr. (Sherrice), Michelle Ivory, Stephanie Solomon-Henny (Michael), Lorenzo Coykendall.
Thirty-one great grand- children; 2 great-great grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.
Many of his children’s friends were especially close to him and looked to him as a father figure. These included his godson, Joseph Bridges, Jr. (Pops), Tony Maes, Glen Merritt, Brandon Mosely, Lorne Sawyer, Carolyn Bod- den, Denise Howard and Vanissa Young.
Acknowledgements
The families of Robert M. Bodden, Sr. would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and many acts of kind- ness during our time of be- reavement. Because you care, you came to share food, beau- tiful flowers, words of encour- agement and many other services that were provided. Special thanks to Mission Hos- pice Team, Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary and Spirit Printing Services, Inc. Our deepest grat- itude to all.
The Bodden, Harris and Ivory Families.
MR. MARK ANTHONY DE WINDT
Mr. Mark Anthony De Windt went to be with his God on October 10, 2015.
He was preceded in death by: his father, Alvin Anthony De Windt, Sr.; and brother, Bryant Dai’Mon Murray.
He is survived by: his mother, Isabelita Rivera; sis- ters, Ann Murray, Murlin Murray, Lydia Shuler, Se- creen Murray (Ken), Evonne Murray-Mitchell (Mark), and Brenda Lee De Windt (Alton); brothers, George Murray, Jr. (Charlene), Mitchum Murray and Nevaler Davis, Brothland Murray, Cleve Murray, and Alvin “Chico” Anthony De Windt, Jr.; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends for whom was all special in their own way.
Services will be held at the GARDEN OF MEMORIES FU- NERAL HOME, 4207 East Lake Avenue, Tampa, on Sat- urday, October 17, 2015 at 1 p. m.
MRS. PATRICIA CANION
Homegoing services for Mrs. Patricia Canion who passed away on October 7, 2015, will be held on October 17, 2015 at 2 p. m. at Harmon Funeral Home Chapel, 5002 N. 40th St., Tampa, with Pas- tor Otis Cooper, officiating. Interment will be made in Garden of Memories Ceme- tery.
Mrs. Patricia Canion was born October 19, 1958, in Clayton, Alabama and was educated in Hillsborough County. She was also a faith- ful member of Mt. Calvary Seventh Day Adventist Church and also worked for the State Of Florida (Depart- ment of Children and Fami- lies).
Mrs. Canion was pre- ceded in death by: her father, Mr. Hillard Parks; grandpar- ents, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Parks, and Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Parks; sister, Mrs. Virginia Douglas; and nephew, Mr. Gregory Parks.
She leaves to celebrate her homegoing: a devoted hus- band, Carl Canion; two daughters, Carlena Canion and Shoni Franklin; two sons, Tavares Parks and wife, Teresa, and Ronald Knight and wife, Latoya; grandchildren, Jasmine, Vernieca, Terelle, Tavares, Jr., Geneisha, Eugene, Jr., Terence, and X’Zavion; mother, Mrs. Lizzie Parks; two brothers, Lang Parks, Sr., and Robert Parks and wife, Clarice; sister, Ms. Lola Parks; uncles, Frank John- son and Lang Johnson of New York City; sister-in-law, Darlene Canion Lundy; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other sorrowing rel- atives, and friends.
Visitation for Mrs. Canion will be held from 5-8 p. m. at Harmon Funeral Home on Friday, October 16, 2015.
A HARMON BURIAL
CARD OF THANKS
KATE CARNEGIE
The family of Kate Carnegie, in appreciation, we wish to express our sin- cere thanks and gratitude to all our many friends for their prayers, calls, visits and other acts of kindness during the illness and death of our loved one.
God’s blessings to: Rev. S. Evan Burrows and the First Baptist Church of College Hill, Creal Funeral Home and Ronald J. Derr, Sr.; Brown Memorial COGIC, Grace Mary MBC, Greater New Salem PBC, Greater Mt. Carmel AME, and The Church of the Kingdom of God.
MISSING YOU ON YOUR BIRTHDAY
MRS. ALICE MICKENS
As I visit your resting place, I feel the sadness that would never go away. Ever since you been gone, life has never been the same.
I relive every moment of happy times we shared together. I miss you so very much.
I feel you are with me in everything I do, so I'll celebrate your birthday, I'll spend it missing you.
From your daughter, Betty Mickens Hall.
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