Plant City Observer

Obituaries 1.3.19

Martin Garcia Avalos

Martin Garcia Avalos, 65, of Dover, FL passed away on Dec. 15, 2018. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.haught.care

Stephen R. Parrish

Stephen R. Parrish, 70, of Plant City, born on May 5, 1948, walked into Heaven on Dec. 16. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

James D. Wheeler ‘J.D’

James D. Wheeler ‘J.D.,’ 81, of Plant City, Florida, born in Pocahontas, Arkansas on June 6, 1937, entered into the loving arms of his Lord on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Christopher James Carroll

Christopher James Carroll, 36, of Tampa, born in Oakland, Maryland on July 4, 1982, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 11.  

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Roy Lee Spell

Roy Lee Spell, 56, of Plant City, Florida born on May 9, 1962, entered into eternal rest on Dec.17, 2018, at home surrounded by family. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Gloria Daniel

Gloria Daniel, 40, of Plant City, Florida, born in Queretaro, Mexico on April 29, 1978, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 16, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

William ‘Bill’ Harris

William “Bill” Harris, 68, of Plant City, FL passed away on Dec. 19, 2018. 

He was the son of the late James Harris and Mary Frances Harris she still survives. Also survived by loving family.  

He served in the U.S. Army. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.haught.care.

Beverly Hall

Beverly Hall, 70, of passed away on Dec. 19, 2018.

Services will be held at a later date. 

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.haught.care.

Stella Faye Walker

Stella Faye Walker, 87, of Plant City, Florida, born in Jasper, Georgia on April 6, 1931, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 21, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Everett Leno Minton

Everett Leno Minton, 54, of Plant City, Florida, born in Plant City on March 29, 1964, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 21, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Theresa Kay Edgemon Strawn

Theresa Kay Edgemon Strawn, 54, of Plant City, Florida, born on June 26, 1964 in Lakeland, Florida, entered into eternal rest along with her daughter, Courtney Breanne Strawn, and granddaughter, Londyn Faith Strawn, on Dec.19, 2018.

She had a successful career in accounting before retiring in 2017. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Her smile lit up any room she entered. She was beautiful both inside and out. She loved God and her family very much. She was a graceful and giving woman. 

She is survived by her son, Andrew “Drew” William Strawn (Stacy); parents, Alta Hall Edgemon, and Andrew T. Edgemon (Patty); brothers, Alex Edgemon (Ernie), and Zachary Edgemon (Amanda); and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family, and friends. 

A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, Dec. 29 at 1:00 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church. Expressions of condolence at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Courtney Breanne Strawn

Courtney Breanne Strawn, 32, of Plant City, Florida, born on Dec. 1, 1986 in Brandon, Florida, entered into eternal rest along with her daughter, Londyn Faith Strawn, and mother, Theresa Kay Edgemon Strawn on Dec. 19, 2018. 

She loved her daughter Londyn very much. Her laugh was contagious and she enjoyed life to the fullest. She excelled at physical fitness and worked hard at everything she put her mind to. 

She is survived by her brother, Andrew “Drew” William Strawn (Stacy); grandparents, Alta Hall Edgemon, and Andrew T. Edgemon (Patty); uncles, Alex Edgemon (Ernie), Zachary Edgemon (Amanda), and Perry Strawn (Belinda); aunt, Valerie DeArmond (Doug); and a host of cousins, family, and friends. 

A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, Dec. 29 at 1:00 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church. Expressions of condolence at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Londyn Faith Strawn

Londyn Faith Strawn, 6, of Plant City, Florida, born on May 10, 2012 in Brandon, Florida, entered into eternal rest along with her mother, Courtney Breanne Strawn, and grandmother, Theresa Kay Edgemon Strawn on Dec. 19, 2018. 

She attended Valrico Elementary, and was in the 1st grade. She loved art, gymnastics, and her new puppy Buttercup. She was an adventurous and curious child with a wonderful imagination. She was kind and caring with a huge heart and smart beyond her years of life. She got her great sense of humor from her mother.

She is survived by her uncle, Andrew “Drew” William Strawn (Stacy); great-grandparents, Alta Hall Edgemon, and Andrew T. Edgemon (Patty); great-uncles, Alex Edgemon (Ernie), Zachary Edgemon (Amanda), and Perry Strawn (Belinda); great-aunt, Valerie DeArmond (Doug); and a host of cousins, family, and friends. 

A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, Dec. 29 at 1:00 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church. Expressions of condolence at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Lillian O. Lastinger

Lillian O. Lastinger, 91, of Lithia, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018. 

We celebrate the going home of Lillian O. Lastinger, a founding member of Gardenville Baptist Church. 

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Gideons International.

Jeremiah ‘Billy’ Sullivan Jr.

Jeremiah ‘Billy’ Sullivan Jr., 83, of Lithia, Florida, born in Mt. Dora on Feb. 12th, 1935, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 27th, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Carolyn Roberson Sterling

Carolyn Roberson Sterling, 73, of Valrico, Florida, born on June 29, 1945 in St. Petersburg, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 27, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Ken A. Gibbs

Ken A. Gibbs, 53, passed away Dec. 27, 2018 in Plant City. 

He was born in Lakeland,Fl Aug. 23, 1965, a life long resident of Plant City and a fifth

generation Floridian. Ken graduated from Plant City High School and attended Palm Beach

Atlantic College. Ken was a Realtor and a member of the local, state and national association of Realtors. He worked with his father Jack, brother Doug, and son Andrew in the family real-estate company that was established by his grandfather Jack in 1954. Some of his civic activities include Plant City Chamber of Commerce director, Plant City Kiwanis Club past president and director, Christmas for an Angel committee, Advisory Council Plant City Photo Archives and Plant City Outstanding Citizen of the Year Committee Chairman.

Survivors include wife, Debbie Fender Gibbs, children Sara, Andrew (Lauren), Paul, Luke, Nathaniel, Anna and Philip; his parents, Jack T. and Elizabeth (Cook) Gibbs, and sister-in-law Carole Wright. 

He was preceded in death by his brother Doug “Gibber” Gibbs.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019 at Plant City’s First Baptist Church, 3309 James L. Redman Pkwy. Visitation will be held one hour prior, from 10 a.m. to 11 am at the church. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to Ken Gibbs Family Education Fund, Hillsboro Bank, 509 W. Alexander St., Plant City, FL 33563.

William F. ‘Chuck’ Hall

William F. “Chuck” Hall, 93, of Lithia, Florida, born in Tampa on April 12, 1925, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 29, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Sharon Hickey Young

Sharon Hickey Young, 75, of Plant City, Florida, born in Moore Haven on Jan.17, 1943, entered into eternal rest on Dec. 29, 2018. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

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