More than 400 students represented the Plant City High School graduating class of 2013 Wednesday during the commencement ceremony at the Florida State Fairgrounds. The class featured 157 honor graduates, the most ever in the history of the school. According to principal Colleen Richardson, 85 percent of the graduating class will attend college or a […]
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Obituary: Harold Theodore Anklam
Harold Theodore Anklam, 77 of Plant City, died May 28, 2013. Born Aug. 10, 1935, in Chicago, he was the son of the late Theodore and the late Edna Ingraham Anklam. He was the husband of the late Ann Albrecht Anklam. Harold was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a member of Hope Lutheran […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Mary Louise (Gwaltney) Crews
Mary Louise (Gwaltney) Crews, 85, died May 31, 2013. She is survived by her three daughters, Mary Loper, Denise Chandler and Tami Best; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. Funeral services were June 4, at Wells Memorial and Event Center, Plant City. Interment followed at Mt. Enon Cemetery. Online condolences may be made […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Miriam MacFarland Galloway
Miriam MacFarland Galloway, 89, died June 1, 2013. Born in Philadelphia, Mrs. Galloway lived 54 years in Plant City. She died days after her 64th wedding anniversary to her husband, Bruce Galloway. Mrs. Galloway was active in her church, First Presbyterian, organizing the library, teaching Sunday School, serving as an elder and was honored with […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Susan Corvette Salermo
Susan Corvette Salermo, 57 of Thonotosassa, died May 17, 2013, at her home. Born Oct. 24, 1955, in Greenville, S.C., she was the daughter of the late William Hopkins. She served from 1975 to 1976, as a private second class in the U.S. Army, was an executive secretary with Tandy Corporation and loved her dogs. […]
Continue ReadingObituary: Louis Alexander Buti
Louis Alexander Buti, 85, died May 30, 2013. He was born on Sept. 17, 1927, in Ridgway, Pa., to Alexander and Elizabeth (Elek) Buti. He served in the U.S. Marines. After his service, Mr. Buti was in Local Union #140 and worked as a carpenter. He is survived by his son, Timothy Buti; daughter, Sonia […]
Continue ReadingPlant City High School Class of 2013
PLANT CITY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2013 Principal: Colleen Richardson Anticipated number of graduates: 450 Valedictorian: Sarah Renee Winter; GPA: 7.77 Salutatorian: Molly Irene Coovert; GPA: 6.61 Class president: Chelsea Talavera Graduation: 4:30 p.m. June 5, Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall Commencement speakers: Principal, valedictorian, salutatorian School colors: Orange, teal and black School mascot: Raiders […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Durant High 2013 Commencement
Durant High Schools Class of 2013 celebrated its Commencement Program at 8 p.m. June 3, at the Florida State Fairgrounds Exposition Hall. The program included speeches by Principal Pam Bowden, Salutatorian Natalie Raschke and Valedictorian Jacob Bernier. Senior members of the choir also performed a special song, “The River.” For a complete list of graduates, […]
Continue ReadingStrawberry Crest High School Class of 2013
STRAWBERRY CREST HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2013 Principal: David R. Brown Anticipated number of graduates: 522 Valedictorian: Exor Serrano-Arce (traditional); GPA: 6.39 Valedictorian: Rahul Patel (IB); GPA: 7.66 Salutatorian: Brenda “Deanne” Sydnor (traditional); GPA: 6.13 Salutatorian: Adam Reynolds (IB); GPA: 7.47 Class president: Zora Millerleile Graduation: 4:30 p.m. June 6, Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall Commencement speakers: […]
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DURANT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2013 Principal: Pamela Bowden Anticipated number of graduates: 570 Phone: 813-757-9075 Valedictorian: Jacob Bernier; GPA: 6.87 Salutatorian: Natalie Raschke; GPA: 6.84 Class president: Margo Butler Graduation: 8 p.m. June 3, Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall Commencement speakers: Valedictorian, salutatorian and principal School colors: Navy, gold, white and green School mascot: […]
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