Plant City Observer

Obituaries 3.30.23

Robert ‘Jim’ James Black

Robert “Jim” James Black, 76, of Plant City, born on Dec. 16, 1946, in Robertsdale, Pennsylvania, entered into eternal rest on March 20, 2023. He was a retired teacher, having taught at Tomlin Middle School, and Plant City High School. He coached for the Plant City High School football, soccer, wrestling, and golfing teams, and was the former head coach for the Plant City Lancers soccer team. He was a member of St. Peters Episcopal Church, former logistics chair for the Plant City Relay For Life, membership chair for the Friends of the Library, and served as chair for the Florida Strawberry Festival Photography Contest.

He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, and a devoted teacher who touched many lives. He is survived by wife of 58 years, Sandra Black; sons, Chris Black (Sherri), and Alan Black (Sarah); grandchildren, A.J., Samantha, Ethan, Ally, Nicholas, Isis, Lucas, and Abbie; siblings, Roy Black (Liz), Vonnie Brown, Lona Bridenbaugh (Alan); sister-in-laws, Margaret Stevens, and Betty Black; dog, Hank; and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. A funeral service was held March 25, 2023 at St. Peters Episcopal Church, 302 N Carey Street, Plant City.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Relay For Life of Plant City at https://secure.acsevents.org/site/ and/or to your local Humane Society.

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

William Hasten Lloyd

William Hasten Lloyd , 78, of Seffner, born on November 29, 1944, in Plant City, entered into eternal rest on March 22, 2023.

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.   

Beth L. Parks

Beth L. Parks, 64, of Plant City, born on March 9, 1959 in Encino, California, entered into eternal rest on March 22, 2023.

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com 

Dolores Valdez

Dolores Valdez, 93 of Mebane, North Carolina, born on October 19, 1929 in Caguas, Puerto Rico, passed away early Wednesday morning, March 22, 2023.

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Kensington James Winchester

Kensington James Winchester, infant daughter of Kaleb and Kassandra Winchester, born on Oct. 7, 2022, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. 

Dora Elia Rodriguez Perales

Dora Elia Rodriguez Perales, 62, passed away on March 18, 2023. Friends and family will be received March 31, 2023 from 10 to 12 p.m. at Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd Plant City, FL 33563. A Funeral Service will follow at 12 p.m.

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

Nedra Louise Ruebeling

Nedra Louise Ruebeling, 92, passed away on March 23, 2023. Services will be held privately.

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

James Pasco Fales, Jr.

James Pasco Fales, Jr., 85, passed away on March 27, 2023. Friends and family will be received April 4, 2023 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church Dover, 3223 Gallagher Rd Dover, FL 33527. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:30 a.m.

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

Eunice M. Moore

Eunice M. Moore, 89, passed away on March 24, 2023. A Graveside Service will take place April 3, 2023 at 10 a.m. at Mt. Enon Cemetery, 3624 N. Frontage Rd., Plant City Fl 33565.

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

Kenneth Matheson

Kenneth Matheson, 89, of Plant City, Fla., passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Matheson family.

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