OBITUARIES

Feb 8, 2019

Madeline Foust of Tampa passed away February 8 at age 96 leaving her son, Rabbi Jeff Foust and his wife Ellen of Newton, MA, plus her grandchildren David and Erica Foust. Burial was at the Park Synagogue Bet Olam Cemetery in Beachwood, Ohio, and a future memorial service is being planned for Tampa. Growing up in New York City...

Jan 28, 2019

Giorgilli, Thedra “Teddy” L. (nee Cohen), 88, passed away on January 28, 2019, surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Anthony Giorgilli, and is survived by her children Michael (Maria) Giorgilli of Lynchburg, VA, Frank Giorgilli of Philadelphia, PA, Linda Rice of Tampa, FL, Marla Giorgilli of Tampa, FL, and grandchildren Rhea...

Jan 27, 2019

Brod, Freda Miriam (nee Warhaftig) 102, our matriarch, passed away peacefully at home January 27, 2019 surrounded by family and friends.  She is survived by her children, Dr. Eldra Solomon, Sherman Brod, Esq, (Sandra) and Dr. Albert Brod, and blessed with five grandchildren, Mical Solomon (Karla), Amy Solomon (Ray Thorn), Belicia Efros Frauwirth (Neal), Rocky Goodson (Michelle), Taylor Goodson...

Jan 18, 2019

Pauline Bobo Rophie, 91, Clearwater, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, January 18, 2019. Mrs. Rophie was born in Jacksonville on July 9, 1927 to the late Salha and Ralph Bobo. After living for several years in Macon and New York, her family settled in Tampa in 1947. She married Albert (Abdo) Rophie in September of 1948...

Jan 14, 2019

SZEKELY, Stephen Michael, age 70 of Tampa died Monday, January 14, 2019. Mr. Szekely was born in Brooklyn, NY and came to Tampa in 1983 from Washington DC where he had been a reporter on Capitol Hill after graduating George Washington University with a political science degree. Locally he was a research analyst and after retirement pursued community association...

Jan 12, 2019

LERER, H. Lucille, age 99, of Tampa died Saturday, January 12, 2019. Mrs. Lerer was born in Birmingham, Alabama but was a lifelong resident of Tampa. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel. Survivors include her granddaughter and husband, Donna & Chon Meyers, great grandson, Joshua Meyers and a few extended family members. Funeral services will...

Jan 10, 2019

Our family is overwhelmed at the sincere outpouring of love for Susan, who was an amazing Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, friend. Services are as follows: Sunday 1/13/2019 @ 2:15pm at the Star of David Memorial Chapel, 1236 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon NY. Graveside internment will immediately follow, where she will be laid to rest next to her dear Mother, Father,...

Jan 10, 2019

Hetrick, David R. Jr., passed away suddenly and tragically on Thursday evening, January 10, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.  Our hearts are broken, and life will never be the same without him. David was a profoundly kind person, gentle soul, very gifted artist, businessman, great friend, devoted & beloved son and an incredible and proud father of three...

Jan 7, 2019

Dr. Melvin “Mel” Fader, 86, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side and surrounded by family on January 7, 2019. Mel was born July 28, 1932 in Cleveland, Ohio to Max and Rose (Teitelbaum) Fader, where he spent his childhood. He married the love of his life Marsha (Hollander) Fader on August 18, 1957. 61 years of wedded bliss!...

Dec 31, 2018

Amy Gross Shimberg, of Tampa, passed away at her home on December 31, 2018 at the age of 94 surrounded by her loving family.   She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 50 years James H. Shimberg, her parents, Rose and Sydney Gross, and her brother Richard H. Gross.

She is survived by her five children and...

Dec 29, 2018

RUMORE, Lillian J. , 77 of Tampa went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2018. A lifelong resident of Tampa, Lillian grew up in Ybor city and attended Hillsborough High School.  She is preceded in death by her parents Rosario (Sam) and Lillie D'Amico. She leaves behind her daughters and son-in-law, Lynette Rumore and Michelle & Robert Mancini...

Dec 5, 2018

ROTHBURD, Dr. Michael I., was born on August 8, 1941 in New York City to Dr. Charles and Helen Rothburd, who predeceased him.  Michael received his PHD in Psychology from Ohio University and following graduation moved his family to Tampa in 1970. Dr. Rothburd served as a professor at the University of Tampa, ran a Hillsborough County clinic, and...

Dec 4, 2018

Born in Philadelphia, PA. on March 22, 1930 and died on December 4, 2018, Morton Stupp was the eldest of four children born to Anna and Herman Stupp. He had three sisters; Esther, Dorothy, and Marsha (deceased). Morton (Mort) worked for general Electric after high school graduation and was drafted into the Army in December, 1951 . He served...

Dec 4, 2018

WAKSMAN, Maria, age 89 of Tampa died Tuesday, December 4, 2018. Mrs. Waksman came to Tampa in 1961 from her native Cuba. Through her warmth and kindness her true calling was her family. She was the family historian and never forgot a birthday, family milestone or an opportunity to strengthen family ties. She was preceded in death by her...

Dec 3, 2018

A resident of Tampa since 1945 and mother of three has left her earthly bonds to join her son, Martin, recently deceased, in eternal rest. She is survived by her son, Jack Gutkin and wife Rose of Alpharetta GA and her daughter Rosanne Gutkin Clementi and her spouse, Joy Tapper of Tampa.  Florence is also survived by her grandchildren...

Dec 3, 2018

On Monday December 3, 2018 Cari Jean Musick, a loving sister, dearest aunt and exceptional friend left this earth. Born March 21, 1980, Cari was a Tampa Native who earned her Bachelor's degree at the University of South Florida. She was a very generous, kind-hearted and loving person that always put others first. She is being welcomed into heaven...

Dec 2, 2018

SEHRES, Scott David, age 24, of Tampa passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2018.  Scott came to Tampa in 1996 from his native Baltimore, Maryland.  He attended Mulrennan Middle school and Plant High School where he played football and established many lifelong friends.  Scott was avid sports fan and had an affinity for the University of Miami Hurricanes, Miami...

Nov 27, 2018

Theresa Helene Leff Sabel, (May 9, 1927-November 27, 2018) of Tampa, formerly of Charleston, daughter of Dave Leff and Blanche Berendt Leff, widow of Herman Sabel. Theresa was a native of Hartsville, SC. Theresa graduated from Memminger High School, and first met the love of her life Herman "Hymie" Sabel, on Erev Yom Kippur outside Brith Sholom Beth Israel...

Nov 23, 2018

Jose Vega Vargas passed away on November 23, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. A visitation will be held Wednesday, November 28th, 11:00 AM at Segal Funeral home. Following the visitation, a graveside service will take place at 2:00 PM at Florida National Cemetery, in Bushnell, Florida.

Nov 6, 2018

O’BRIEN, Barbara J., age 81, of Tampa, passed away on November 6, 2018. Barbara was born on August 18, 1937, in Summerville, South Carolina to Calece and Marvin White. In 1955, she married George T. O’Brien, who served 30 years in the U.S. Navy as a Chief Petty Officer. Being a “military” wife allowed her to travel, spending much...