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Obituaries September 12, 2024 7:00 am

Obituaries 09.12.24

By Observer Staff

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Loren Watford

Loren Watford, 60, of Brandon, Fla., born on Oct. 11, 1963, in Plant City, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Aug. 31, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Bruce Wendell Hancock

Bruce Wendell Hancock, 94, of Plant City, Fla., born on Oct. 14, 1929, in Lansing, Michigan, entered into eternal rest on Aug. 31, 2024 surrounded by his family. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Jeanette ‘Granny’ Sullivan Cox

Jeanette “Granny” Sullivan Cox, 83, of Plant City, Fla., born on Dec. 5, 1940, in Tampa, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Sept. 3, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Donna Holley Pettet

Donna Holley Pettet, 66, of Valrico, Fla., born on Nov. 3, 1957, in Plant City, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Sept. 5, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Nell Kathleen ‘Kitty’ Griffin Lowe

Nell Kathleen “Kitty” Griffin Lowe, 94, of Seffner, Fla., passed peacefully into eternal rest on Aug. 30, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. 

Michael William Blake

Michael William Blake, 55, of Plant City, Fla., born on Mar. 11, 1969, in Yorktown, Virginia, entered into eternal rest on September 4, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. 

Elizabeth Diane Avery

Elizabeth Diane Avery, 62, of Howey-In-The-Hills, Fla., born on Mar. 1, 1962, in Tampa, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Sept. 2, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Rebecca ‘Becky’ Borders

Rebecca “Becky” Borders, 70, of Tampa, Fla., born on Sept. 20, 1953, entered into eternal rest on Sept. 3, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. 

Vanessa Lynn Martinez

Vanessa Lynn Martinez, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on Aug. 31, 2024, in Plant City, Fla., surrounded by the warmth of her family’s love. A funeral service was held Sept. 6, 2024, at Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd Plant City, FL 33563. 

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

Donna Jean Burrage

Donna Jean Burrage, a beacon of love and faithfulness, left this world on Aug. 28, 2024, to join loved ones who preceded her in the grand journey beyond. Born in Galt, Ontario, Canada, on Sept. 25, 1944, to Arthur Jean Racine and Jean Gilks. Services will be held privately by the family. 

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

Brenda Fae Knight

Brenda Fae Knight, known affectionately as Fae to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on Sept. 5, 2024, in her hometown of Plant City, Fla. Born on Oct. 23, 1950.  A funeral service was held Sept. 8, 2024, at Shiloh Baptist Church, 905 W Terrace Dr Plant City, FL 33563. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

Stephon L. White

Stephon L. White, a cherished son, brother, and friend, left this world on Sept. 6, 2024, at the age of 52. Friends and family will be received Sept. 13, 2024, from 10 to 11 a.m.at Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd, Plant City, FL 33563.  A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

Joseph Ray Hamilton Jr.

Joseph Ray Hamilton Jr., known affectionately to friends and family as Joe, passed away peacefully on Aug. 29, 2024, in Plant City, Fla. Born on Nov. 19, 1955, in Bethesda, Maryland, Joe’s life was marked by a warm spirit and a dedication to his loved ones. Services will be held privately by his family. 

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

Leon Edison Mitchell

Leon Edison Mitchell, a man of faith and adventure, passed away peacefully on Sept. 6, 2024, at the age of 95 in Plant City, Fla. Leon served in the United States Army. Friends and family will be received Sept. 12, 2024, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Church on the Rock, 301 E Alsobrook St, Plant City, FL 33563. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. 

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

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