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Ivan D Mesa-Yepes
Jan. 01, 2023
Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am in a thousand winds that blow, I am the softly falling snow. I am the gentle showers of rain, I am the fields of ripening grain. I am in the morning hush, I am in the graceful rush Of beautiful birds in circling flight, I am...
Frances Baio
Jan. 01, 2023
Baio, Frances, of Tampa, Fla., passed away January 1, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Mario Baio. Survivors include her son, Richard Maniscalco; daughter in-law Kathleen Maniscalco, grandson Aaron Maniscalco and his wife Jessica Maniscalco; brother Dennis Perrone,...
Elma C. Ruilova
Dec. 31, 2022
Elma C. Ruilova,81, of Tampa passed away on December 31, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. Survived by her Husband, Ralph Ruilova; children: Desire’e Zamora (Sam Capitano), Shantel Marino ( Manny Marino), and Son Ralph M Ruilova Jr. (Tess); Six grandchildren: Michael Marino, Ryan Marino,...
Jesus Izquierdo
Dec. 30, 2022
Jesus Izquierdo, 75, of Tampa, FL, passed away on December 30, 2022. Memories and messages of condolence can be shared on the Boza & Roel web site.
Vilma C. Rodriguez
Dec. 30, 2022
Vilma Capitano Rodriguez of Brandon, FL died December 30, 2022 of complications from dementia. Vilma was born in Tampa, FL to Olga and Vincent Capitano. She was a 1970 graduate of Leto High School. Vilma is survived by her husband Bryan Rodriguez whom she wed August 30, 1986. Vilma is also...
Miguel Guerra Suarez
Dec. 24, 2022
Miguel Guerra Suarez falleció el 24 de diciembre de 2022. Viernes, 13 de Enero de 2023 3:00 PM a 6:00 PM En Memoria De Miguel Guerra Suarez Nacido en el seno de una familia humilde en Pinar del Rio, Cuba, el 7 de septiembre de 1954; hijo de Miguel Guerra y Esther Suarez. Desde muy temprana edad...
Christopher M. Pappalardo
Dec. 23, 2022
On December 23, 2022, Christopher M. Pappalardo, passed away suddenly at the age of 46. He was the beloved husband of Janet Liliana Pappalardo (nee Uscategui) and is survived by his daughter, Sofia Pappalardo. He is also survived by his brother Joe (Terri) Pappalardo, his brother-in-law Manuel...
Emilio James Lefler
Dec. 19, 2022
Emilio James Lefler was born on March 9, 1929 in Tampa and passed away peacefully on December 19, 2022 at the age of 93 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife, Janice; his daughter, Dr. Linda Lefler; his son, Dr. James (Dr. Julie Unni) Lefler, and his youngest son,...
Mary I Vilchez
Dec. 17, 2022
Mary I Vilchez, 91, of Tampa, FL, passed away on December 17, 2022. Memories and messages of condolence can be shared on the Boza & Roel web site. Mary Ida Vilchez (Guarisco) was born April 30th, 1931, in Tampa, Fl to Sebastiano and Rosario (Messina) Guarisco, both Sicilian immigrants to...
Michael Alexander Yanette
Dec. 15, 2022
Michael Alexander Yanette, 84 of Tampa, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2022. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He was a retired Boilermaker. Michael enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going to flea markets. He...
Carlos Jose Diaz
Dec. 15, 2022
Carlos "Charlie"Jose Diaz was a native and life long resident of West Tampa. He was a student athlete on the track and field team at West Tampa Jr. High and a member of the Jefferson High School Football Team. Charlie remained interested in sports and politics throughout his life. He retired from...
Mary P Gagliano
Dec. 15, 2022
Mary P Gagliano, 90, of Tampa, FL, passed away on December 15, 2022. Memories and messages of condolence can be shared on the Boza & Roel web site. She is survived by her three children and their spouses. Joe and Laurie Gagliano, Vicki and John Pullara and Perry and Francia’ Gagliano. Mary...