Zephyrhills used a strong third quarter to put rival Pasco away 62-47 as the 9-Mile War traveled to the Dog House in Zephyrhills.

The Bulldogs held a 32-25 lead at halftime.

But the third quarter was the

difference-maker.Pasco struggled against the Bulldogs’

zone defense scoring just nine points as Zephyrhills put up 16 to pull away 48-34. The final stanza was close with the Bulldogs outscoring the Pirates 14-13.

Pasco sophomore center Matthew

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Pirate coaches Poncho Broner and Lance Roberts strategize during Friday night’s clash against Zephyrhills.

Boys • Continued on Page 2B

Bulldogs’ Boys Drop Pasco

Team Yet To ‘Finish’ Complete GameStory and photos by Dave Walters

The Pirates won eight consecutive matches to score a 50-28 come-from-behind win against Zephyrhills in dual meet wrestling action Wednesday night at the McBath Activity Center at Pasco High School.

The Bulldogs jumped out to a 28-6

lead over the Pirates thanks to three forfeits, a pin by James Day and a major decision by Dujuan McCullough, but then the Pasco wrestlers went to work.

Pasco’s Kyler Dickerson at 126 scored a pin just before the second

Pirate Grapplers WinPasco Comes From Behind Against Zephyrhills

Story and photos by Dave Walters

Pirate Jacob Thornton gets his hand raised in victory after pinning Zephyrhills’ Idael Reyes in the 145-pound match.

Wrestling • Continued on Page 2B

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period ended to start the Pirate rally. Travis Knowlton rolled to a 13-1 win to pull the Pirates closer at 28-16.

Consecutive pins from Jack Evans (139), Jacob Thornton (145), Kevin Johnston (152) and Devin Jernigan (160) put the Pirates ahead 40-28. And a major decision for Savion Spaights (170) and a forfeit for Chance Kluber (182) made the winning margin at 50-28.

“The kids were wrestling tough,” said Pasco coach Dan Knowlton. “We were missing a few weight classes, but from 128 on up, we’re pretty solid.”

The Bulldogs had their share of early-season success, but the loss to the rival Pirates is humbling.

“We had a lot of success real quick with a young team,” said Zephyrhills first-year head coach Daniel Fleshood. “As a team, this is humbling. For me, I don’t like to lose, but to help us redirect our focus, maybe we needed this.

“You learn more from a loss than a win. We learned a lot tonight.”

Savion Spaights works to get the pin against Zephyrhills’ Timothy Flett in the 170-pound match.

Kevin Johnston of Pasco handles Zephyrhills’ Jacob Ryser in the 152-pound match.

Defense Keeps Pasco At Bay

Zephyrhills’ stingy defense proved to be enough to cripple Pasco 53-20 Friday night at the Dog House in Zephyrhills.

The Bulldogs’ relentless defense held the Pirates scoreless in the first quarter and to just six points in the second half. Pasco’s offense was on track in the second quarter where it scored 14 points thanks to seven points from Evelyn Randall.

Pasco coach Jason Dargahi watched his Pirates play the worst game of the season and believes that the team needs to work on keeping control of the ball.

“When we were getting pressure, we were turning over every time,” said Dargahi. “I can see if we were getting pressed by athletic girls, but we were throwing it all over the place against the zone. This is the worst game we played.”

“Give Zephyrhills credit, it’s something pretty good to beat us that bad. Not much to take from this one. I won’t watch the film of this one.”

Zephyrhills held a 16-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and a 30-14 advantage at the half. Bulldog Mercedes Krueger scored eight of her 13 points in the first half. Taija McCullough added 13 points for Zephyrhills.

“I try to tell the girls all the time, people love offense, but we have to play defense,” said Zephyrhills coach Chris Smith. “We are just good enough offensively, but if we play great defense, we can do anything. I think we could have given up fewer points.

We relaxed a little bit and made errors and they scored some points.”

When Zephyrhills and Pasco square off, it become more than a game. It becomes the 9-Mile War. Winning the war equals bragging rights between these schools.

Smith knows the significance of getting a win against the Pirates. More importantly, it is a critical district game.

“Anytime you play Pasco, both teams could have a losing record and it’s going to be a heck of a game,” Smith said. “I’m glad the girls came out and we had a great start. We tried to do the same in the second half and jump out on them at the start and it worked.”

The win pushes Zephyrhills to 7-5 on the season while Pasco drops to 4-5.

Lady Pirates Lose

Pasco junior Diamond Evans goes up for the block in front of Zephyrhills’ Mercedes Krueger during Friday’s game in Zephyrhills.

Story and photo by Dave Walters

Webster continued to lead the way for the Pirates (2-7 overall) with a game-high 25 points.

The Bulldogs had three players in double figures.

“That’s been the way we played the last couple of games,” said Pasco coach Willie “Poncho” Broner. “We’re still working for a full 32 minutes. Sometimes in there you have those droughts. That’s one of the things we’re working on. We need to lessen those droughts.”

The game was part of a four-game basketball marathon Friday night with the JV and Varsity Boys and Girls teams squaring off. Zephyrhills scored the sweep of all four games. The Lady Bulldogs varsity dominated in a 52-20 win. The boys’ JV registered a 38-28 win while the JV girls’ squad cruised to a 49-5 victory.

“It’s a long day, but to see such a big crowd like this is great for the kids and it’s always good to beat Pasco,” Novak said.

Boys • Continued from Page 1B

Pirate sophomore Jabronze Cooley (1) goes for the steal from Zephyrhills’ Harrison Barker in Friday’s 9-Mile War action.

Pasco’s Jovanny Bates (3) makes the pass in Friday’s 62-47 loss to Zephyrhills.

Wrestling • Continued from Page 1B

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Christmas Is All Around At Valleydale ROAs I walk around the park, I can feel the Christmas

spirit everywhere. Everyone is smiling and sending Christmas cheer to all who go by. The homes are all decorated effectively and at night it is so bright and cheery. The front entrance is bright and welcoming. Our clubhouse has been beautifully decorated by Sandy Tarbell with help from her elves.

Our Christmas bike parade was held on Dec. 20, and we had eight hardy souls brace the chilly weather. On two-wheel bikes rode by Shirley Kolden and Murray Summers and in a golf cart was Gert Whittaker, a lady in her 90’s, who was not afraid of the cold. In an electric scooter was Gary Lunn, and rounding off was our three-wheel bikes were Marge Summers, Diane LaCourse, Carol Simon and Rhonda Larson. They rode around the park and passed by our reviewing stand, headed by Al and Lolly Schave and lots of others to

cheer them on. Refreshments were on hand for all. It was all vey festive.

We see lots of visitors, coming to spend this special time of year with relatives. It is so much fun to see little

ones visiting grandparents. They remind us of what is so wonderful about this season. It is for caring and sharing, love and joy for all.

Merry Christmas to all. Till next time

A sizeable group came out to view the parade.Our parade contestants were ready and raring to go.

A pair of snow folks greet all who pass by the Switzer house on Lum Drive.

Here we have the beautifully decorated Burrows’ house on Lum Drive.

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Christmas And Togetherness At Grand HorizonsDec. 13 found 55 residents enjoying

a meal at Texas Roadhouse. The outing was hosted by Sandy Lindke and Greg Thomas and our sincere thanks go out to them for a wonderful job. We had a separate room for the bulk of our folks and a few others were in the other room right around the corner. We may see each other every day but there is always something new to talk about.

If you have never been to Texas Roadhouse before, let me tell you that they have a varied menu and something for everyone, plus all the peanuts you care to eat. Also, everything is always done to perfection. The waitresses are always very nice and willing to help you out if you have any question. Of course, the meal was so huge that several people took home doggie bags.

On Dec. 15 several women met at the community center for a game of cards or dice with Rita Gattos. We had a fun time starting off with “Ten Thousand” (played with dice) and the time just flew by. At certain points of the game, if you roll a specific number, then your entire score is wiped out. After that game, Rita taught us a new game (played with cards) called “7.” We had a wonderful time learning the game and whoops of laughter and cheering could be heard. I truly hope this activity continues and that eventually we can learn more games.

The holiday season is upon us and Grand Horizons celebrates it in a big way. On the night of Dec. 15, Grand Horizons held a Christmas Duo Show at the community center. This fantastic 90 minute holiday variety show featured Eddie Michael and Julia Langley and was hosted by Gary Wilcox. Approximately 100 people attended.

Eddie Michael started off the show singing Jimmy Buffett’s song “Margaritaville.” He continued on with several more hits including “Bad, Bad,

Le Roy Brown,” “Dream Lover” by Bobby Darin, “Venus” by Frankie Avalon, and several others. While performing these songs, he walked through the audience and sang to several people. There was dancing going on throughout the room while Eddie sang Elvis Presley’s “Blue Hawaii” and Bobby Darin’s “Mack the Knife.” Eddie also told us some cute stories and some jokes that really grabbed our attention. His laughter was quite infectious.

Eddie then called out Julia Langley and together they sang a clever rendition of “I Got You Babe” by Sonny and Cher. Julia sang some Christmas songs including “Let it Snow,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Jingle Bells,” ”Boogie Woogie Santa Claus,” “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” “Christmas Island” and more while strolling through the audience and dancing while on stage. Then she called out Eddie once again to sing hits from Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. When he sang “That’s Amore” the expressions on his face were

just so precious that you could actually visualize Dean Martin. “I Left my Heart in San Francisco” by Tony Bennett and “That’s Life” by Frank Sinatra were also superbly sung.

Julia came out once again to sing “Que Sera Sera,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and several more songs while drifting through the audience. She did a fabulous job of “Peppermint Twist” and “Rock Around the Clock” before calling out Eddie once again so the two of them could perform “Feliz Navidad.” This marked the end of the show and what a good show it was. Our sincere thanks go out to Gary Wilcox who hosted the show.

Submitted by Helene Rubenstein Grand Horizons

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Julia Langley serenading the audience.

Our gaily decorated Christmas tree adorned the stage during the show.

Jerry Raffa and Germaine Marion. Full bellies equaled some big smiles. Back: Eileen and Ed Goldstein. Front: Ray and Ruth Weick.

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Lights And Trims Bring Special Joys At Hillcrest

As Christmas draws near many of the homes and golf carts here at Hillcrest have taken on special looks with loads of trims and lights of various kinds, giving a real festive look to the whole community. It has been fun taking evening walks and checking out all of the ways to add a bit of extra festiveness to an RV or park model home.

This last Wednesday capped all this fun with a special golf cart parade, followed by a gathering at the clubhouse to enjoy home baked goodies along with hot chocolate and coffee. At that time our Hillcrest Association Coordinator, Mary Lou Murray, announced the winner of the best decorated home and the judges of the golf cart parade, Ron and Linda Dunne, announced the winners of that event.

Everyone who has gone out of there way to add a bit of decoration to their winter home is a winner because of how much their efforts added to the beauty of the community, but special honors go to Dino and Renee Picchioni who won the prize for the best decorated home at Hillcrest. Taking second and third place were Les and Carolyn Boehmer and Russell and Sandy Beeman.

The first-place award for the best decorated golf cart went to Les and Carolyn Boehmer, followed by Rob and Cindy Fugaccia and Dan and Jan Moulaison. A special runner up award was announced for Ellen Finn who decorated her bike and managed to ride all the way around the park keeping up with the carts as they traveled every one of the roads showing off their decorations.

Dino and Renee Picchioni’s first place home.

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Les and Carolyn Boehmer in their winning golf cart. The bright parade of golf carts traveled through Hillcrest.

Ellen Finn on her decorated bike.

Loads of homemade goodies.Golf cart winners the Boehmers, left, and the Dunne’s, who judged.

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Morningside RV Estates held their annual Christmas golf cart parade and sing-a-long on Dec. 8. This year brought many golf cart entries and a large number of residents attending the Christmas program.

Our first place golf cart winner was the shuffle board entry of the Christmas tree. Lynne and Dave Swinson led the parade again this year, which consisted of whimsical entries, realistic entries and even

Mr. and Mrs. Claus. The Nutcracker (Marilyn Johnson) was seen at many different sites throughout the parade. Santa didn’t have reindeer this year but a rocket that was entered by Jan and Tom Reynolds. The Grinch (Connie Baker) was also seen in the parade, and Ruby McClenathen was attired in the Christmas spirit this year.

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Jan and Tom Reynolds in their eye-catching ride.

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Lynne and Dave Swinson led our entrants.

Even the Grinch found the holiday spirit in Connie and Chuck Baker’s entry.The shuffle board team took home the grand prize this year.

Marilyn Johnson served as a living holiday decoration.Mr. & Mrs. Claus (Marilyn and Micky Brown) rode in style this year. Ruby McClenathen was decked out in her holiday best.

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Residents Show Their Love At Palm Tree AcresPalm Tree Acres Held Their Owner Appreciation Dinner At Golden Corral On Dec. 18

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Everyone got their fill at the buffet with dinner and desserts aplenty.

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The gang at Winters Park got into the yuletide spirit by donning their festive best. We wish you a Merry Christmas and happy holidays from all of us at Winters Park. Submitted by Stauch Blaise. Photo by Oley Walter

Elks Lodge Helping Our Veterans For The HolidaysIt’s been a busy year for the Elks Lodge.

With open arms our 14th Veteran received his new home furnishings from the veterans committee and Zephyrhills Elks Lodge #2731. Jeff Couchman had a smile from ear to ear as we delivered his sofa, chair, ottoman, 32” flat screen television, coffee maker, toaster, electric can opener, personal hygiene items, dining room table

and chair, placemats, socks, four piece dish set, flatware, crock pot, bath towels, wash cloths, kitchen towels and dish rags.

Our 15th veteran, Tom Hudson was in shock when the Elk members from Lodge #2731 showed up at his door to help furnish his home. Tom received all he needs to get started in his new place from a coffee pot and coffee to a recliner that he fell asleep in

the first night, crock pot, kitchen utensils, and storage containers. With the help from Lodge members Tom Pete, Dave Crotty and Ken Fabiani, Past Exalted Ruler and Chairperson for the Veterans Committee. The Elks Lodge #2731 has made it our mission for our major projects: Our Veterans of Zephyrhills, Tampa & St Petersburg area, and our children of Zephyrhills.

On Oct. 26 the Zephyrhills Elks Lodge #2731 and the veterans committee were able to donate cookies to, Rose Castle Nursing Home, Westbrook Manor Nursing Home, and the Zephyrhills Fire Department. We delivered two types of cookies and microwave popcorn: eight large banana boxes of cookies and two large banana boxes of popcorn, totaling in value over $750. The elks support our veterans and all those who are there to protect us, either in another country or here at home. Thank you for your service; the Elks will always be there to support you.

On Nov. 3, Jessie Page is the 16th veteran whose home the Zephyrhills Elks of Lodge #2731 was able to furnish. The lodge provided Jessie with a bed, night stand, a lamp, love seat, chair table and lamps, dishes, flatware, microwave oven, pots and pans, kitchen utensils, entertainment center, television, shower rod and curtains, sheet, blankets, bath towels, clothes, kitchen towels, coffee pot with coffee, and pillows. With the help from our Elks Lodge Tom Pete, Steve Czerneski, Ken Fabiani, Past Exalted Ruler & Veterans Chairperson, and all our members and friends for their donation. Making it possible for the Elks to continue to help and support our Veterans near and far from home. Thank you.

Raymond McDilda was the 17th veteran that the Zephyrhills Elks Lodge #2731 was able to help in Tampa. Ray was so surprised with all the furnishings that we had for him, from a love seat, chairs, pots ‘n pans, dishes, cups, glasses, flatware, microwave, shower rod with curtain, and cooking utensils. In addition, we provided end tables, lamps, nightstands, clock, linens and towels. We gave Ray everything except a bed to sleep in; we promised Ray as soon as a bed becomes available, we’d deliver it to him. On route from leaving Ray’s new home I received a phone call with a donation of a bed (Devine intervention)! Ray’s next call the same day was about my return to his new home with bed, frame, pillow and sheets. With a huge smile, Ray thanked Ken, as well as all the Elk Members for everything for his home

The Elks Lodge #2731 of Zephyrhills normally gets an early start on delivering furniture to our veterans. Mike Hanley, our 18th veteran, was wide-awake after his time on the bus at 5:30 a.m. to arrive at his new home here in Zephyrhills. Mike could not believe all the furnishings that Dave Crotty (Elk Member) and Ken Fabiani, Past Exalted Ruler & Veterans Chairperson. Mike was so thankful for the coffee and the coffee maker, as well as the pots, pans, crock pot, utensils, bowls, dishes, pillow, sheets and blankets, personal hygiene items, Tupperware, shower rod, curtains and hooks, lamps, end table, the list goes on and on. Thanks to everyone for your support for helping our veterans.

Greg Dorset is the 19th veteran that the Zephyrhills Elks Lodge #2731 was able to assist back in May. Greg received clothes, towels, both kitchen & bath, pots, pans, microwave, dining room table with two chairs, two bar stools, sheets, blankets, dishes, silverware, lamps, two recliners, coffee maker and coffee. You would have to be there to see the smile and how much the veteran appreciates everything that the Elks provide. With the help of Tom Pete, lodge member and Mike Hanley, a veteran who moved to Zephyrhills this past week.

Bright and early on Nov. 19, Bob Lewis was our 20th veteran. With the help from Dave Crotty lodge member, Mike Hanely a veteran helping his brother veteran. Bob was so surprised when he saw the sofa, chair, dining room table with two chairs, pots, pans, dishes, towels, lamps, two end tables, coffee maker, shower curtain including hooks, kitchen utensils, pillows, blankets, shirts, pants, and a set of corning ware dishes. Bob had a smile from ear to ear, so thankful for what the elks have done for him. I couldn’t believe that this would bring out all the good in the community and with the Elks of Zephyrhills. With the snowbirds return more and more donations are rolling in.

David Clark was the 21st veteran to move into his new home. With the support from Zephyrhills Elks Lodge #2731, David’s new home was furnished with a sofa, recliner, two end tables, two lamps, full size bed, sheets and blanket, coffee maker, coffee, microwave, pots, pans, 32” LED flat screen, shower rod, shower hooks, shower curtain, laundry detergent, fabric softener, dining room table, two chairs, bath towels, kitchen towels dishes, silverware, and kitchen utensils.

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Some of the gals got together on Dec. 17 to make snowmen. We had a lot of fun enjoying each other’s company as well as learning new crafts. Submitted by Judy Reis

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Sharon BurgessBURGESS, Sharon, 58, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Dec. 19, 2019, in a Chattanooga hospital. Sharon was born in Dade City and she was preceded in death by her father, Dewey Champion; her maternal grandparents; H. L and Mary Lou Fowler; her paternal grandparents; Dalphus and Annie Rae Champion; and her brother in law, Frank Burgess Jr. Sharon was a 1979 graduate of Pasco High School. Her early career in Florida was in banking. In 1991 she moved to Cleveland to attend college. She became a licensed physical therapist assistant, a career she enjoyed very much. Sharon worked many years for Bradley Memorial Hospital Home Health and Hospice and later with Family Home Care until 2016 when she became ill. She loved her job and her patients. She was a very hard worker and her patients loved her. Sharon was involved in the Cleveland Emmaus Community, working in various roles singing in the choir and serving meals. Most recently she served on a Kairos weekend at the Women’s Prison. She worked behind the scenes with a servant’s heart. In her life and her death she wanted to point others to Jesus Christ and his saving grace. Sharon loved music all her life and always had a song. Sharon enjoyed dogs, especially her “Molly.” She also loved going to the beach. She was a long-time member of the Westmore Church of God where she was very involved with the Sanctuary Choir. She loved singing solos and with the praise team as well. Her husband, Michael Burgess of Cleveland, survives along with her grandchildren, Khandra, Areonna and Haiden; her great-grandchild, Aurora Sky; her mother, Annie Louise Champion Pruitt of Dade City; her sister, Nancy LaBine and her husband David of Cleveland; her brother, Clyfton Champion and his wife Amy of Dade City; her niece, Iris Sutton and her husband Cavender of Durham, N.C.; her mother-in-law, Lorene Burgess of Michigan City, Ind.; her sisters-in-law, Lynn Partenberry and her husband Jerry, and Connie Burgess; her brothers-in-law, Jeff Burgess of Michigan City and Kent Burgess of Ohio, and several other nieces and nephews. The remembrance of life service was conducted Dec. 22 at the Westmore Church of God with Pastor Kelvin Page and Pastor Phil Looney officiating. Interment followed in the Tasso United Methodist Church cemetery with family and friends serving as casket bearers. The family request that in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Kairos of Tennessee-BCCX W, P. O. Box 1161 Lenoir City, Tenn. 37771. The Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. You may share your condolences and your memories with Sharon’s family at www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com.

Marian Owens RichRICH, Marian Owens, 70, of Dade City, passed away on Dec. 16, 2019, in Tampa. She was born on Feb. 10, 1949, in Dade City, to parents Roland Eugene Owens and Mary Alice Watson Owens, who preceded her in death. Marian graduated from Pasco High school in 1967 and earned her Master’s Degree in Education from the University of South Florida in 1978. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dade City and the teaching sorority, Alpha Delta Kappa. After earning her education, Marian went on to work for the Pasco County School System, retiring after 30 years of dedicated service. In her spare time, Marian loved to spend time with her girlfriends, whether they were going on various adventures or simply relaxing at her river house. More than anything, however, Marian enjoyed her family. Fondly known as “Meema” to her grandchildren, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her husband and grandsons will especially remember their trips to the Tennessee mountains where many memories were made. Along with her husband James “Larry” Rich, one son, Clint Rich, survives along with one daughter, Heather Rich Fiorelli (Richard); two grandsons, Jackson Fiorelli and Austin Fiorelli; one sister, Linda Hurst, and many other friends and loved ones. A visitation took place on Dec. 21 at Hodges Family Funeral Home Private burial will take place at Chapel Hill Gardens at a later date.

John Alfred DewDEW, John Alfred, 82, of Tampa, passed

away Dec. 11, 2019, in Dade City. He was born Aug. 7, 1937, in Dade City, to William Alfred Dew and Grace Cripe Dew. He was a teacher for the Hillsborough County School System for many years and a U.S. Army veteran. His daughter, Joy Dew, survives along with three siblings, James Dew, Wilbur Dew, Virginia Dew Blake, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. His wife, M. Bernice Scott Dew, preceded him in death along with his parents and five siblings, Max Dew, David Dew, Joy Dew Russell, George Dew and Robert Dew. Private interment took place at Williams Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Gulfside Regional Hospice. Hodges Family Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

George FinoraFINORA, George, 91, of San Antonio, died

peacefully on Dec. 7, 2019. George was born in Youngstown, Ohio, and lived in San Antonio since 1985. He married Effie Mary McCabe (deceased) and they celebrated 50 years of marriage. His daughter, Karen Marie (Finora) Davis of Tampa, survives along with his son, Paul Dominic Finora and wife Brenda of San Antonio; son, George Douglas Finora and wife Robin of San Antonio; daughter, Mary Lynn (Finora) Oakley of Ft. Myers and husband, Ronnie; seven grandchildren, John Patrick (Shianne) and Anderson Davis, Declan Finora, Jarrod and Clayton Finora, and Trey and Brooke Oakley; his brother, Daniel Finora of Coral Gables, and many nieces, nephews and extended family. His parents, Dominick and Mary Finora, preceded him in death along with siblings, Rose Vosch, Ann DeMarco, Eleanor Sebastian, and Alfred Finora, and his son-in-law, Scott Eric Davis of Perdido Key. After graduating from Scienceville High School, George enlisted in the Navy. He attended Youngstown State University and later moved to Coral Gables. He spent 28 years with The Associates Commercial Corporation and retired as Vice President of Florida Operations. After retiring he moved to San Antonio and founded Grandview Botanicals, Inc. He was a devout Catholic, an avid fan of horse racing and the University of Miami Hurricanes. He loved to discuss politics and sports, especially with his friends in their morning coffee group. The family will receive family and friends on Dec. 27 at the 301 Chapel of Hodges Funeral Home in Dade City from 5-7 p.m. A funeral Mass will take place on Dec. 28 at 1 p.m. at Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in San Antonio, with internment immediately following at Saint Anthony of Padua Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Society of St. Vincent DePaul or Gulfside Hospice.

Charles Herbert GreenGREEN, Charles Herbert, passed away on Dec. 11, 2019. His loving daughter, Sharon Adams, survives along with Sharon’s Fiancé, Rich Vuono, and four precious grandchildren, Michael Montgomery, Ashley Adams. Nathaniel Adams and Richelle Vuono. Charles worked in the insurance business for 60 years. After retiring he and his wife started their own marketing insurance business in Charlotte, N.C., and traveled all over the U.S. Charles was also a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary for 30 years and was instrumental in starting the Trilby community center and the NE Pasco security patrol, which served many people in the community. He will be greatly missed by friends and family. Charles moved to Florida in 2001 from Charlotte, N.C. A visitation was held on Dec. 20 at Hodges Family Funeral Home. Funeral service and burial followed at Florida National Cemetery.

Ruby MalchowMALCHOW, Ruby, passed on Nov. 22, 2019. God has gained another angel. She was born on Feb. 4, 1930 in Marianna, to parents William Vickery and Cora Lee McCormick. Ruby married a military man and traveled to many beautiful places. One child, Chuck, preceded her in death. Three children, Rick Welton (Tammy) of Niceville, Vicky Dennis of Dade City, and Lori Harnage (Earl Wayne) of Wesley Chapel, survive along with four step-children, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Private services were held in Marianna on Nov. 30. Expressions of condolence can be sent to the family at Ruby’s Best Ball address. In lieu of flowers, Ruby’s survivors ask that you consider making a donation to Gulfside Hospice, who were such a help to Ruby and the family during her final days. Hodges Family Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Anne JosephJOSEPH, Anne, 69, of Dade City, passed away Dec. 11, 2019. She was born Aug. 28, 1950, in Bridgetown, Barbados. She lived in the New York City and the New Jersey, Willingboro areas and moved to Dade City in January of 2019. Anne was a longtime employee of the Federal Government, starting as a cashier and working her way up to customer service manager at several commissaries in New Jersey and New York. She will be remembered by her work family as kind, generous, fair and fiercely loyal. As a mother to six, she served this country as a military wife for 20 years. She was a true patriot and often quipped that she didn’t move her children to this country not to see it all. She was a lover of all things from exotic foods to beautiful scenery and all things lighthouses. If we had more time to process our loss, we could more succinctly sum up all things that Anne was; resilient, strong willed, smart, loving, tough, loyal, generous, warrior, beautiful, etc., etc. Anne was involved in anything Catholic and anything lighthouse. Anything her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sons and daughters-in-law, friends of the family were in to, she took an avid interest in. She was supportive of everything and everyone in her ecosystem. Her husband, John Joseph, survives along with six children, Michael (Terry), Francis (Janine), Christine (Andre), Johnny (Roxann), Joanne (Julius), and Elizabeth (Matthew); 20 grandchildren, Tyisha, Kamilah, Anthony, Craig, Koran, Isis, Jeanna, Nubia, Nevaeh, Precious, Jericho, Jared, Olivia, Jermani, Daniel, Sahara, Christelle, Aiden, John Michael, and Nicholas; four great grandchildren, Ahmir, Rose, Ahlaura, Asiah; and five siblings, Jacqueline, Verbina, John, Daniel and George. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Dec. 27 at St. Rita Catholic Church in Dade City. Interment will take place at a later date in Carriacou, Grenada. In lieu of flowers, any donations can be sent to Hodges Family Funeral Home. We would be most grateful for donations made to Catholic Charities or Moffitt Cancer Center in her name.

Patty R. SchraderSCHRADER, Patty R., 62, of San Antonio, passed away Dec. 18, 2019, at her home. She was born Jan. 4, 1957 in Toledo, Ohio, to Ralph and Betty Owens Rutherford. Her career as a homemaker was a priority over the time she spent as a Registered Nurse. She attended the St. Leo Abbey Church but was also a longtime member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, the St. Anthony Women’s Club, and the Founder’s Garden Club. Her husband of 39 years, Thomas A. Schrader, survives along with three daughters, Sarah E. Schrader, Theresa Schrader, and Anna S. Hickel (David R. Hickel Jr.); one sister, Vicki Milner (Jack); and two grandchildren, Henry D. Hickel and Catherine E. Hickel. A funeral mass was held on Dec. 21 at the St. Leo Abbey Church with burial following at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in San Antonio. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in her memory to the St. Leo Abbey Church. Hodges Family Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

John A. SmithSMITH, John A. “Sonny”, 77, of Bushnell, passed away and got his row in Heaven on Nov. 24, 2019. He was born on Aug. 6, 1942 in Georgiana, Ala., to parents John Ingram Smith and Goldia Irene (Miniard) Smith. John was kind hearted, loving, and never one to complain. He never met a stranger in his life and loved to be around most of his family, always smiling, dancing, and joking around. He spent many years working as an owner and operator as an over the road truck driver. His wife, Julia Smith, survivs along with four children, Marty Smith (Debbie), Byron Smith (Alexis), Clayton “Gator” Smith (Traci), and Delilah Smith Jackson (John); two of Julia’s children that loved Sonny dearly as a father, Harvey Thompson (Sheri) and Ruthie “Suzanne”; five grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Everyone who knew him loved him very much and he will be truly missed. Hodges Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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