Plant City Remembers Beloved Community Members

Obituaries honor the lives of local residents who recently passed away

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:00pm

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The Plant City Observer has published a series of obituaries honoring the lives of several beloved community members who have recently passed away, including Jacob 'Jay' Agema, Frances 'Louise' Ramcharan, Sandra 'Sandy' Joan Blackadar, Jamie Seuberling, Dorothy F. Moon, Eleanor Inez Taylor, David Raymond Worrell, and Hsiu-yun Huang. The obituaries celebrate the accomplishments, passions, and legacies of these individuals who made lasting impacts on the Plant City area.

Why it matters

Obituaries serve as an important way for communities to come together and honor the lives of their members. These notices provide an opportunity to reflect on the contributions of local residents and the ways in which they enriched the lives of others. By highlighting the stories of these recently deceased individuals, the Plant City Observer is helping to preserve the history and character of the community.

The details

The obituaries cover a range of individuals, from longtime residents like the 97-year-old Dorothy F. Moon to more recent arrivals like the 89-year-old Hsiu-yun Huang. The notices detail the accomplishments, hobbies, and family connections of the deceased, painting a picture of the diverse tapestry that makes up the Plant City community. Several of the individuals, such as Hsiu-yun Huang and David Raymond Worrell, were known for their dedication to community service and volunteerism.

  • The obituaries were published on April 9, 2026.
  • A celebration of life for Hsiu-yun Huang will be held on April 25, 2026.

The players

Jacob 'Jay' Agema

A 73-year-old resident of Plant City, Florida, formerly of Frankfort, Illinois.

Frances 'Louise' Ramcharan

An 85-year-old resident of Plant City, Florida.

Sandra 'Sandy' Joan Blackadar

A 91-year-old resident of Lithia, Florida.

Jamie Seuberling

A 67-year-old resident of Lithia, Florida, born in Rockledge.

Dorothy F. Moon

A 97-year-old resident of Plant City, Florida, born in Sydney.

Eleanor Inez Taylor

Also known as 'Pearl,' a resident of Plant City, Florida.

David Raymond Worrell

A resident of Temple Terrace, Florida, who was born in Lakeland.

Hsiu-yun Huang

A former resident of Plant City, Florida, who passed away in Tallahassee at the age of 89 after a lengthy illness. She was a kind, loving, and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who immigrated to the United States from Taiwan in 1965.

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What’s next

A celebration of life for Hsiu-yun Huang will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:30 PM at the BayCare Center on the Strawberry Festival Grounds in Plant City.

The takeaway

These obituaries highlight the diverse tapestry of the Plant City community, honoring the lives and legacies of long-time residents as well as more recent arrivals. By celebrating the accomplishments, passions, and community service of these individuals, the Plant City Observer is helping to preserve the history and character of the local area.