Roland Morgado's Obituary
Rolando Morgado, age 87, passed away Wednesday May 22nd in his home with his loving wife by his side.
He was born October 23rd, 1931 in West Tampa, son to Raul and Rosa Morgado, Older brother to Richard (Dickie), Rina, and Robert (Bobby). Roland was father to Roland Jr, Sandra, Roxanna, and honorary son Rocky Orihuela. Grandfather to Adrian, Kristen, Brittany, and Melissa. Great Grandfather to Grayson. Loving husband to his wife Amalia.
Roland served in the US Navy from 1950 to 1954 completing two tours of duty in the Korean War. He served on the famed battleship USS Missouri as Boatwain’s Mate Third Class, part of the gun crew for the massive 16” guns. He was decorated for his service earning the Korean Service Medal (Two Stars), Navy Occupation Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, China Service Medal, and United Nations Medal.
A tile installer by trade, he founded Morgado Tile Co. in the 1960s. Well known in the industry and sought after for his expertise and attention to detail. He was proud of every job he took on, a true artist in his field. He had a genuine love for his craft and was gracious enough to share his talent with absolutely anyone who needed it. The first person to offer help to family and friends alike, no matter what the need, he was there for all. His passion for his work was only second to his love for family. Devoted husband to his wife Amalia, a romance that began in 1955 after leaving the Navy. Together they had 3 children and Roland was a father figure to many others. A kind man, loving, but also a jokester with a great sense of humor. Those who knew him well would experience firsthand what a character he could be. He truly touched the lives of those lucky enough to know him. He will be greatly missed by so many.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to K9s for Warriors - https://www.k9sforwarriors.org/
Wednesday May 29th Visitation 6-8PM at Boza and Roel Funeral Home 4730 N. Armenia Ave, Tampa FL 33606.
Thursday May 30th Grave Site Service at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Ave, Bushnell, FL 33513
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