Philip Joseph "Pop-pop" Licata Sr's Obituary
Philip Joseph "Pop-pop" Licata Sr., 77, passed away on Sunday, July 14 at his home in Tampa. He was born on May 17, 1942. His family was the light of his life. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia, and his son, Philip Jr. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Yolanda; son, Jeff (Tina); grandchildren, Peter, Philip III, Julia, and Natalie; sisters Cecilia Brady (Tim) and Julie Bravo; several nieces and nephews; many awesome cherished friends (you know who you are); his employer and best friend of 30 years, Willis Kitchen; and his beloved Ybor City. A visitation will be held from 10:30-11:45 AM Friday, July 19 at Boza and Roel Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Myrtle Hill Cemetery in Tampa.
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