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Obituaries April 11, 2024 7:00 am

Obituaries 4.11.24

By Observer Staff

Obituaries 4.11.24

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Richard L. Hicks

Richard L. Hicks 72, went home to be with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ on Mar. 26, 2024. Born and raised in Plant City, Fla.  

He graduated from Plant City High School class of 1970. He was the owner of Superior Countertops and Cabinets. He was preceded in death by his father Dr. Wilbur L. Hicks and mother Katherine P. Hicks, brother Wilbur S. Hicks, sisters Angela Hicks, Betty Philpot, and Virginia Zinner. Survivors include his wife Marilyn Hammock Hicks, daughter Olivia Weaver (Mark), grandchildren Melanie Garrison, Matthew Garrison, Austin Weaver; great-granddaughter Presley Waldrop, brothers Stuart Hicks (Kathy), David Hicks and sister Karen Schatt Phagan (Bill).

A celebration of life will be held at Pleasant Grove Assembly of God, 7051 Turkey Creek Rd. Plant City, Fl., April 16, 2024. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. and Service at 11 a.m. with pastor Joe Zaino officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice or Pleasant Grove Assembly of God Building Fund. 

Susan “SuSu” Elizabeth Williamson

Susan “SuSu” Elizabeth Williamson, 58, of Dover, Fla., born on June 15, 1965, in Plant City, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Apr. 5, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. 

Mike Collins

Mike Collins, 52, of Plant City, Fla., born in Lakeland, Fla.,  on Nov. 21, 1971, entered into eternal rest on Apr. 3, 2024. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com.

Elva Morua

Elva Morua, 65, of Plant City, Fla., born on July 28, 1958, in Cerralvo, Nuevo León, Mexico, entered into eternal rest on Apr. 7, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com. 

Terri Anne (née Pickering) Pardo

Terri Anne (née Pickering) Pardo, born Oct. 14, 1971, passed peacefully at home in Plant City, Fla., the morning of Apr. 2nd, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Steven J. Baker

Steven J. Baker, 72 went home to his Lord and Savior Apr. 3, 2024, surrounded by family after a motor vehicle accident on Mar. 31, 2024.

 Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.

Robert M. Putnall

Robert M. Putnall, 47, of Lithia, Fla., born on Dec. 4, 1976, in Lakeland, Fla., entered into eternal rest on Apr. 1, 2024. 

Expressions of condolences at www.HopewellFuneral.com.  

Julius “Jack” Crawford Cain, Jr.

Julius “Jack” Crawford Cain, Jr., 84, of Plant City, Fla., born in Ft. Meade, Fla., on Jan. 11, 1940, entered into eternal rest on Apr. 1, 2024. 

Expressions of condolence at HopewellFuneral.com. 

John Christian Battle

John Christian Battle, born on Oct. 5, 1971, at MacDill Airforce Base in Florida, passed away peacefully on Apr. 2, 2024, in Plant City, Fla., He was a man of strength, both in character and in his love for lifting weights. Services will be held privately by the family. 

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

Mary Kathryn Knick

Mary Kathryn Knick, a cherished matriarch and beacon of wisdom, passed away on Apr. 3, 2024, in Tampa, Fla., at the age of 91. Born on May 12, 1932, in Middleborough, KY. Mary’s memorial service will be at 2 p.m. April 20, 2024, at Plant City Kingdom Hall, 3202 N Maryland Ave, Plant City, FL 33563.

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

Edna Coleman Tice

Edna Coleman Tice, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Apr. 3, 2024, in Plant City, Fla., at the age of 69. Born on Nov. 22, 1954, in Edmore, MI. Services will be held privately by the family. Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.

LindaAnn May Leon

LindaAnn May Leon, affectionately known as Linda, passed away peacefully on Apr. 8, 2024, in Ruskin, Fla., at the age of 56.  Born on Aug. 13, 1967, in Wayne, Michigan, Linda’s legacy is one of unwavering love and passion. A memorial for Linda will be on Apr. 10th, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church.

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

Robert Anthony “Tony” Bethel

Robert Anthony “Tony” Bethel, a cherished father, son, brother, and grandfather, passed away on Apr. 4, 2024, in Temple Terrace, Fla., at the age of 49. Friends and family will be received Apr. 13, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church Dover. A memorial service for Tony will follow at 12:30 p.m.

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

Sarah Eakins

Sarah Eakins, age 88, of Plant City, Fla., passed away peacefully on Mar. 29, 2024. She was born on Apr. 4, 1935. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Eakins family.

Michael “Mike” Durell Taylor

Michael “Mike” Durell Taylor, 55, of Plant City, Fla., passed away on Apr. 1st, 2024. Mike was born on June 27, 1968. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Taylor family.

Laura Johnson

Laura Johnson, age 62, of Plant City, Fla., passed away on Apr. 2, 2024. Laura was born on Sept. 12, 1961. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Johnson family.

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