Gracie is the tall girl in the photo

Dolores Casals (83) passed away peacefully Saturday, November 28th 2015 at Kindred Hospital in Tampa, Florida. Dolores was born October 11th 1932 in Cuba and migrated to New York City with her children and husband Enrique Casals where they together engaged in the photography business. For many years, Casals Studios became one of the most successful photography businesses that served the upper Manhattan area. Dolores retired in Tampa, Florida where she spent her last years in company of her husband, children and grandchildren. Dolores is survived by her son and daughter Henry Casals and Ines Milan. Grandchildren: Henry Casals (Junior), Michael Casals, Jennifer Casals and Luis Betancur. A mass in her memory will be held on Friday, December 4th 2015 at Incarnation Church in Tampa, Florida.

Lynn was synonymous with the image of pale yellow sand, turquoise waves, soft sun and a breath of fresh air mixed with laughter and singing.

She had a goofball sense of humor and was always singing or humming in a sweet clear voice. Lynn loved to travel to tropical beaches and enjoyed the people there who shared her sunny disposition. During the holidays she delighted in making and serving an abundance of great food and cheer amidst perfectly placed decorations. Lynn would spontaneously bring out her baton from high school and expertly give it a twirl or jump on a trampoline with her granddaughters . She was always ready for an adventure, always had a place for more at her table and always had her arms wide open to life.

Our beloved Ryan, having done all to stand during a long battle with cancer, has fallen asleep on Thursday, November 26, 2015, surrounded by his loving family and is now awaiting the return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Ryan was born on December 12, 1979, the firstborn of Leroy Simi and Karen Patterson (Simi). He had three younger siblings and a nephew, who greatly loved and respected him: Alison Simi, Laura Cirksena, Scott Simi and Jude Cirksena. From his youth Ryan had a passion for truth and standing on God’s Word. Of his many attributes, Ryan was an amazing self-taught guitar player and loved Word-based music. Lyrics for one of his recent songs included: “I have the truth in my heart, the Word in my mind, I have the power I need, from my Lord Jesus Christ!” This truly exemplifies Ryan’s heart for God. Even when enduring life’s most difficult circumstances, he glorified God!

Ryan had a long suit in giving of his time and loved to teach and share God’s Word with anyone who would listen. He gave wise counsel to those with a heart to hear and learn. He loved to teach! Ryan’s life of service to God was cut short due to cancer, which he fought valiantly for many years. Before he became sick, Ryan had the joy to serve in the ministry he loved as a Way Disciple, a fellowship coordinator, and on staff at Headquarters. His passion was to do and stand on God’s Word.

Ryan was a very big part of the heart of his family. His love and heart, based on his knowledge and love of the Word, spread to all who knew him. We know we are not alone when we say how much we love him and how much we miss him. Thank God the Lord Jesus Christ is coming back, and we will all be together again. “Your life was such a blessing. Your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words. And missed beyond measure.” We love you, Ryan!