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Funerals/Memoriam
ADEN
MOTHER GLORIA BRYANT McMILLAN
Celebration of Life for Mother Gloria Bryant McMillan (Polly), who gained her eternal wings on October 25, 2022, will be held Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 11:00 a. m. at New Progress M. B. Church, 3307 E. Shadowlawn Ave., Tampa, Florida 33610, with Reverend Maurice Taylor, Pastor and Minister Erica Harrington, Eu- logist. Interment will be made at Rest Haven Memorial Park, 4615 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa Florida 33610.
Mother Gloria Bryant McMillan (Polly) was born on August 31, 1948 in Woodbury, GA, to the late Mr. Clarence and Mrs. Lena Bell Bryant. Mother McMillan gave her life to the Lord at an early age. She at- tended the public schools of Hillsborough County, where she played the clarinet in the band at Middleton High School, graduating in the class of 1967.
Mother McMillan was a homemaker, she loved shop- ping and working in her yard. She had a heart for children and became a foster parent to many kids throughout Hills-
borough County.
Mother McMillan faithfully
served for over 50 years at New Progress M. B. Church under the leadership of the late Rev. E. J. Williams, Sr. She loved singing and was a member of the #2 Choir and The Williams Chorus. Mother McMillan also served as Trustee. She had unconditional love for her children and family. Mother McMillan was truly a born again Christian.
She was preceded in death by: her husband, Bro. Clarence McMillan; her parents, Mr. Clarence and Mrs. Lena Bell Bryant; step father, Mr. Howard Scott and a longtime friend, Dea- con Willie James Jackson, Sr.
She leaves fond memories that will be cherished by her chil- dren: daughter; Pollynesia Green (Lee); sons, Dr. Clarence McMillan, Jr. (Cassandra) and Steven McMillan (Bree); grand- children: Splrenda Mitchell (Mario), Heaven McMillan, Josiah McMillan, Caelan McMil- lan, and Hunter McMillan; great grandkids, Mario, Miguel, Marco, Mariah and Aria; god daughters, Pastor Latonya Cor- rea and Odessa Marshall; broth- ers, Willie Bryant, Lamar Bryant, Randolph Bryant (Betty); sisters, Annie Bryant and Brenda Bryant; nephews, Ralph, Jr., Lamar, Jr., Xavier, Kevin, Derrick, Sedrick; nieces, Shawnesia, Chereece, Natalie, and Cierra, along with a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends with lov- ing memories and thoughts of her.
Visitation will be held from 5-7 p. m., on Friday at New Progress M. B. Church, 3307 E. Shadowlawn Ave. Tampa Florida 33610, Reverend Maurice Tay- lor, Pastor.
Arrangements entrusted to Aden Funeral Home, Selena Williams, LFDIC.
AIKENS
MS. GLADYS CURRY
A Homegoing Celebration for Ms. Gladys Beatrice Curry, of Tampa FL, who passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, will be held on Saturday, November 5th, 10:00 a. m., at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4207 E. Lake Ave., Rev. Aaron Smith, of- ficiating.
Gladys Curry was born on April 18, 1938, in Monticello, FL to Walter Curry and Alma Curry Griffin. Her favorite activities in- cluded bowling, crocheting, sewing, cooking, traveling, and ushering.
She was preceded in death by: her parents, Walter Curry and Alma Curry Griffin; stepfather, James Griffin; daughters, Cheryl Sanders-West and Beverly Bo- stick; granddaughter, Mia Sanders.
She leaves precious memo- ries with: her daughter, Patricia Bostick; grandchildren, Stacy Ralph, Adonis Bostick, Atara Bo- stick, Kiara Echevarria; great- grandchildren, Khariya Richards, Danequan White, Ori- ana Ralph, Joh’nayie Filmore, and Aniya Bostick.
The visitation will be held at Aikens Funeral Home on Friday, November 4th, from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. The family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery on Saturday for the service. We are following CDC guidelines.
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MRS. MICHELLE FENNELL-CLARKE
A Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Michelle Elizabeth Fennell- Clarke, of Tampa FL, who passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, will be held on Saturday, November 5th, 2:00 p. m., at New Greater Friendship M. B Church, 3325 E. Emma St., Tampa FL 33610, Pastor Ronnie Murray; Apostle Charles Davidson, offici- ating.
Michelle, also known as, “Bigg Chelle” was born on June 18, 1966, in Tampa, FL, to Theartis and Elizabeth Fennell. Michelle was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of 3MGM Christian Church where she served as the Youth Director for many years. She loved God, loved those who served him and every- thing he stands for. She was an amazing mom, nanny, daughter, sister, and aunt. Michelle was a mother to many, and she always helped those in need.
She was preceded in death by: husband, Junior Clarke; fa- ther, Theartis Fennell, Sr.; granddaughter, Keyala Wilson; nephew, Roderick Lucas.
She leaves precious memo- ries with: son, Wayne Wilson (Celeste); daughters, Jessica Diaz (Tomeka), Christina Wilson (Charles), Jasmine Wilson (Tynequia); step-son, Kasseife; step-daughter, Coleen; 15 grand- children, Diamond, Yazmyne, Wayne, III, Toni, Carissa, Ben- nie, IV, Jayson, Tamea, Ja’Niyah, Paris Bailee, Caitlynn, King, Iz- bella, Aaron, and Jabez; broth- ers, Theartis Fennell (Retha), Henry Wilson (Chearese), and Ricardo Fennell; sisters, Shonn Fennell-Davidson, (Charles), Helen Hodges; mother-in-law, June Clarke; sisters-in-law, Shauna and Lisa; uncle, Preston, Sr.; aunts, Lydia, Melanese, Irene, and Gracie; nephews, Theartis, III, Dentarius, Charles, Jr., Zerrion, Daymond, Changa, and Omari; nieces, Teierika, Brit- tany (Jamar), Teoni, Meisha, Lauryn, Jaylen, Zachyrah, Or- chid Rose, and Mekya; friends, Samuel Knight (godson) and his daughters, Jordan and Samie, Melvin Foster, Lori Mingo (Larry), Sheila Marshall, and Latasha Tisdale; and a host of cousins, relatives and friends, and DJJ Staff.
The visitation will be held at the New Greater Friendship M. B. Church on Friday, November 4th, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The family and friends are asked to meet at the church on Satur- day for the service. The repast will immediately follow the fu- neral. We are following CDC guidelines.
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MR. FRANK EVERETT
A Homegoing Memorial Celebration for Mr. Frank LeRoy Everett, of Tampa FL, who passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022, will be held on Saturday, November 5th, 4:00 p. m., at Aikens Funeral Home, 2708 E. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Dr. Willie Richardson, Sr., officiat- ing.
Frank, affectionately nick- named, “Moon,” was born on October 29, 1962, in Tampa, Florida, to Frank L. Everett and Annie E. Johnson. His favorite activities were playing domi- nos, grilling, and spending time with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by: his father, Frank L. Everett; son, Rodney J. Everett; pater- nal grandparents, Simon and Annie Everett; maternal grand- parents, Luther L. and Annie C. Johnson; and brother, Clayton L. Everett.
He leaves precious memo- ries with: his wife, Consuela Everett; children, Frank L. Everett (Tampa), Ebony Everett (St. Pete), Shayla Daughtry (Seffner), and Calah Daughtry (Seffner); grandchildren, Raquel Everett, Rodney J. Everett, and Raliyah Everett of Tampa; brother, Ronald E. Everett of Seffner; sisters, Patty Alexander (Matthew) of Tampa, and Linda Everett-Ed- wards (Isaac) of Lutz; aunt, Annie Valdez, of Tampa; nieces, Comaneci Greco (Frank), Kasha Alexander, and Cislyn Edwards; great-niece, Giselle Gilmore; mother-in- law, Lonnie Mae Otis, of Seffner; sister-in-law, Rashawn Gadson (Olson), of Riverview; brothers-in-law, Joseph Otis (Chantell) and Paul Otis (Bev- erly), of Riverview; nieces-in- law, Jazlyn and JansjeGadson, Kezia Otis, Justyce and Jaiya Griffin, and Jordyn Otis; nephews, Matthew Alexander, Jr., Isaac Edwards, Jr., and Joshua Edwards; great- nephews, Khimani Gilmore and Giovanni Greco; nephews- in-law, Jairus and Javan Gad- son, and Paul Otis, Jr.; godbrothers, Isaac Gallmon and Solomon Johnson; best friends, Glenn Baker and An- thony Bell (Amp); and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
The family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home on Saturday for the serv- ice. We are following CDC guidelines.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
MS. EVELYN COHEN
I wish you farewell in your journey to eternity. “I never got to say this.” You’ll never be forgotten, rest in peace. Prayer and fond memories is what I have to remember, my dear loving friend.
Love always and forever, Joyce Ray.
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