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Obituaries July 10, 2025 7:00 am

Obituaries 07.10.25

By Observer Staff

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Edith Tedder Layton

Edith Tedder Layton, 84, of Dover, Florida, born in Ruskin, Fla., on August 23, 1940, entered into eternal rest on July 1, 2025. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com. 

Lavone Williford Wingate

Lavone Williford Wingate, 81, of Lake Wales, Fla., formerly of Dover, Fla., born on Nov. 11, 1943, in Glennville, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on July 1, 2025. Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Barbara Ann Bradley

Barbara Ann Bradley, 78, of Plant City, Fla., born in Bartow, Fla., on Oct. 1, 1946, entered into eternal rest on June 27, 2025. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Pastor Clarence E. Hendricks

Pastor Clarence E. Hendricks, 84, of Plant City, Fla., born in Chicago Heights, Illinois on April 13, 1941, entered into eternal rest on July 2, 2025. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Terrye Lynne Shirley

Terrye Lynne Shirley, 65, of Lakeland, Fla., born in Tampa, Fla., on Sept. 17, 1959, entered into eternal rest on July 5, 2025. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

M. Joyce Kirkland

M. Joyce Kirkland, 92, of Dover Fla., began her heavenly journey on July 5, 2025. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by husband Gene; parents, Walter and Edna Hendrix; and sister, Claudette Campbell. She is survived by her children, Reggie, Kathy (Julie), and Cory (Angie); grandchildren, Becky, Amy, Bryan, Casey, CJ, and KellieAnne; great-grandchildren, Royce, and Alice; brother, Nelson Hendrix (Sharon); and many family members and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Eric Howell

Eric Howell, a cherished soul known for his handy skills, interesting tales, and kind heart, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in Lake Wales, Fla., at the age of 64. Born on July 28, 1960, in Tampa, Fla. Services to be held privately.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.haught.care.

Crystal Gowing

Crystal Gowing, a beacon of love and gentleness, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025. Born on Nov. 21, 1958, in Tampa, Fla., Crystal’s life was a tapestry of vibrant memories and a testament to her thoughtful nature. Services to be held privately. 

Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

Shirley Ann Carter

Shirley Ann Carter passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, in Plant City, Fla. Born on Jan. 25, 1937, in Kosciusko, Missouri. Friends and family will be received July 14, 2025, from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at Plant City Church of God, 2103 Mud Lake Rd Plant City, FL 33566. A funeral service will follow at 11 A.M. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

David Ethan Coy

David Ethan Coy, also known as David Ray Sweeney, left this world on July 5, 2025, at the age of 41. Friends and family will be received July 12, 2025, at 3:30 PM at Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd, Plant City, FL 33563.  A memorial service will follow at 4:30 PM. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

Kenneth Conrad Smith

Kenneth Conrad Smith, passed away on July 7, 2025, in Tampa, Fla., at the age of 68. 

Friends and family will be received July 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd Plant City, FL 33563. A funeral service will follow. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

Betty A. Harris Ellerbee

Betty A. Harris Ellerbee, age 77, of Plant City, Fla., peacefully passed away on June 30th, 2025. Fond memories and expressions can be shared at www.Wellsmemorial.com for the Ellerbee family.

Lewis W Swilley Jr.

Lewis W Swilley Jr., age 71 passed away on July 1, 2025. Fond memories and expressions can be shared at www.Wellsmemorial.com for the Swilley family.

David Diodate

David Diodate, age 80 passed away on June 30, 2025. Fond memories and expressions can be shared at www.Wellsmemorial.com for the Diodate family.  

Wilfredo Lozada

Wilfredo Lozada, age 55 passed away on July 3, 2025. Wilfredo was born in Brooklyn, New York. Fond memories and expressions can be shared at www.Wellsmemorial.com for the Lozada family.

Mr. William Gleaton

Mr. William Gleaton, age 71 passed away on June 27, 2025. Fond memories and expressions can be shared at www.Wellsmemorial.com for the Gleaton family.

James D Stokes

James D Stokes, age 76 passed away on June 30, 2025. Fond memories and expressions can be shared at www.Wellsmemorial.com for the Stokes family. 

James H Cox

James H Cox passed away on July 4, 2025, at the age of 85. A memorial gathering will be held, Friday, July 11, 10:00 am – 11:30 am at Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 Brownsboro Rd, Louisville KY, 40207, in the Parlor, with a service to follow at 11:30 am. Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, and Receptions, East Chapel, 235 Juneau Drive, Louisville KY, 40243, is entrusted with their arrangements.

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