Integrity Funeral Services

08/26/2026

Obituary For Larry Carnell Thompson
A Celebration of Life Service in loving memory of Mr. Larry Carnell Thompson will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Integrity Funeral Services, 3822 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa with Reverend Robert L. Carpenter II, officiating.

Larry Carnell Thompson was born on July 11, 1961, in Enterprise, Alabama, to Shirline Harvis Thompson and the late Charles Thompson. He later attended Hillsborough County Public Schools and enjoyed working as a paralegal when his health permitted.

Larry was preceded in death by his father, Charles Thompson; stepfather, Walter R. Hearn; siblings, British and Lashawn Thompson; paternal grandmother, Estella Jones; maternal grandparents, Ulysses and Eula Harvis; uncles, Coda, L.J., James T., Franklin, and Robert Harvis; aunts, Minnie Smith, Rogena Carter, Wilma Johnson, Eula Murray; and nephew, Marlo Thomas.

Larry leaves to cherish his memory, his loving mother, Shirline Hearn; children, Chris Ballard, Lillian Simmons, and Bresha Pickens; stepdaughter, Tiana; brothers, Willie T. Thompson and Johnnie Thornton; sister, Helen Neal; aunt, Gloria Odessa Summey; godmother, Ruthie Neal; nieces, Niesha Thompson, Shayla Thompson, Aliya Thompson, and Shaquita Norton; nephews, Rashawn Thompson, Demario Williams, Charles Wesley, Everett Taylor, Sherron McCombs Sr., and Claude Brooks Jr.; special friend Denise, godbrother, Lovette L. Clark Sr.; Dedicated Driver Raj, along with a host of loving relatives and friends.

Visitation for Larry Carnell Thompson will take place on Friday, August 28. 2026 6-8 p.m. at Integrity.

Gloria Y. Castillo, owner, LFDIC

Ronald J. Derr, Sr. manager, LFDE

A SERVICE OF INTEGRITY

08/26/2026

Obituary For Marquise Carwise
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Marquise Carwise, who departed this life on August 3, 2026, at the age of 44.
Marquise was born on July 31, 1982, to Belinda and Earnest Bennett. He was a cherished son, father, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, and friend whose presence brought meaning, laughter, love, and memories that will remain in the hearts of those who knew him.
Though our hearts are broken by his passing, we choose to remember Marquise not only for the sorrow of his absence, but for the life he lived and the love he gave. His memory will continue through the people he loved and the lives he touched.
Marquise leaves to cherish his memory his beloved children, Octavia Lakise and Marquise Carwise Jr.; his brothers, Ernest and his wife, Alisha Carwise, and Tavaris Bennett; his sisters, Symia Carwise and Cheetare Bennett; his grandparents, Lula and Eddie Canty; his aunts, Tonia and her husband, Kenneth Goss, and Rosalyn and Daniel Green; his uncles, Sherrald McCauley, Ulysses Carwise and King House Jr.
He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, Daysha, Lawren, Nai‘Aja, and Johnae, and his nephews, Walter, Kyjuan, Tavaris Jr., John, Zyquieryous, Jamark, Naijae Jr., Rameses, Justus, and Jesson, and a host of extended family members, and loved ones.
Marquise was preceded in death by his father, Earnest Thomas, and his aunt, Cassandra McCauley.
Although we cannot understand why his journey had to end so soon, we can be grateful for every moment, every memory, every conversation, every smile, and every piece of love that Marquise left behind.
His physical presence may be gone, but his memory will never be forgotten. He will continue to live in the stories we tell, the memories we share, and most importantly, in the hearts of those who loved him.
Rest peacefully, Marquise. Your life mattered. Your presence was meaningful. Your memory is everlasting. Until we meet again, may you rest in eternal peace.
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever remembered.

The Celebration of Life service for Marquise will be held Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Integrity Funeral Services, 3822 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa with Reverend James Richardson, officiating with visitation on Friday, August 28, 2026, 6-8 p.m.

Gloria Y. Castillo, owner, LFDIC

Ronald J. Derr, Sr. manager, LFDE

A SERVICE OF INTEGRITY

08/04/2026

Deacon James David Wilson
A Celebration of Life Service will be held for Deacon James David Wilson on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at Faith Temple Missionary Baptist Church, 2916 Orient Road, Tampa 33619 Reverend Dr. Joe S. Hardie, Pastor with Elder Ali Spencer, Greater New Salem Primitive Baptist Church Pastor, officiating, eulogist.

Deacon James David Wilson, age 82, of Seffner, Florida, peacefully entered eternal rest on July 26, 2026. Born on December 13, 1943, in Chattahoochee, Florida, Deacon Wilson lived a life defined by unwavering faith, humble service, quiet strength, and unconditional love for his family. A faithful servant of God and a proud veteran, he devoted his life to serving his church, North Bay Missionary Baptist, his country, and everyone blessed to know him.

Deacon Wilson proudly served his country as a veteran and later dedicated several years of service to the University of South Florida (USF), where he was known for his strong work ethic and dependable character. Beyond his employment, he was an accomplished entrepreneur who owned and operated his own handyman business. Through his craftsmanship, resourcefulness, and willingness to lend a helping hand, he earned the respect and trust of countless individuals throughout his community. Whether building, repairing, or restoring, Deacon Wilson approached every task with excellence, integrity, and a servant's heart.

Throughout his life, he was known as a humble, hardworking man whose wisdom, gentle spirit, and steadfast presence touched all who knew him. James will be remembered not only for what he built with his hands, but also for what he built in the hearts of those who loved him—a legacy of faith, perseverance, generosity, and unconditional love.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernice Edwards and Andrew Lee Wilson, Sr.; his brothers, Reginald Wilson and Charles Edwards; and his beloved children, Brenda Wilson-Harris, David Wilson, and Johnny "Wilson" Johnson.

He Leaves to Cherish His Memory: His devoted brother, Andrew Lee Wilson, Jr. (wife, Cheryl Wilson); his beloved sister, Alice Normil; Carolyn Wilson, the wife of his late brother, Reginald Wilson; his children: James David Wilson, Jr.; Andrea Smith; Carolyn Williams-Thomas; Latrice Williams; James David Wilson III; LaTonya Williams; and Shemeica Wilson-Tolbert; and a host of cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, church family at North Bay Missionary Baptist, and dear friends whose lives were enriched by knowing and loving him.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 7, 2026, 6-8 p.m. at Integrity Funeral Services, 3822 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa 33605
Gloria Y. Castillo, LFDE Ronald J. Derr, LFDE
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08/03/2026

Mattie Michelle Smith

A Memorial Service for Mattie M. Smith will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at St. John Progressive Missionary Baptist Church, 2504 Chipco Street, Tampa with Reverend Dr. Barthomew Banks, Sr., Pastor, officiating.
“To every thing there is a season, and a time for every purpose under the heaven; a time to be born and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted...” (Ecclesiastes 3:1-2)
Mattie M. Smith was born on September 28,1981 in Alabama to the late Mitchell and Barbara Ann Smith. The family relocated to Tampa, Florida after her father’s discharge from the military.
She graduated from Thomas Richard Robinson High School – Tampa, FL in 1999.
At an early age, she joined St. John Progressive Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Dr. Flager G. Hilton. She served in several ministries at St. John: Angelic Choir,
Youth Choir, Hour of Power, Girl Scouts. She was also a church representative (delegate) at Youth Congress and State and National Conventions.
She leaves behind to cherish her precious memories Stepmother, Bridget Wilbon; Brothers: Dion Smith (Kristen) and Mitchell Smith; Sisters: Briara Wilbon, Maya Wilbon, Maria Wilbon, Mariah Wilbon; Grandparents: Hubert and Marian Smith; Aunts: Sezilee Reid, Blanche Smith, Germaine Baugh (Paul), Beatrice Overton, Marilyn Sullivan (Walter); Uncle, Arnold K. Smith (Amanda); Nephews: Lorenzo Smith (Melissa), Jarren Smith, Kaleb Smith-Guerrise; Niece, Anna Smith; Special God-Children: Laraina Lerma, Nehemiah Ceasar, Amariah Tucker, Makayla Lang and Logan Lang, and a host of cousins, family members and friends.
Gloria Y. Castillo, LFDE
Ronald J. Derr, LFDE
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07/29/2026

07/28/2026

Our Sincere Condolences to the family of Mr. Reginald James Gambrell as we prepare to provide services to the family.

03/24/2026

A Celebration of Life for Mr. Edward Turner will be held 4:00 p.m. at Integrity Funeral Services, 3822 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa with Emanuel Watson officiating.

Mr. Edward Turner was born on April 21, 1983 in Tampa, FL to Tonglia Bush and Edward “Peter” Turner. Preceded in death by his grandparents Rubin Bush, Juanita
Highsmith Bush, Bernice Cooper and Sandra Simpson, aunts Valeria Oliver and Vanessa Howard, great uncles Perk “Smokey” Bush Jr. and Gary Bush, cousin Jose
Oliver and niece Nova R. Harris and best friend Derek Everett.
Edward was educated in Hillsborough County School System. He was a loving and devoted father and love spending time with his family. He was very good with his
hands. He enjoyed building things, fishing, gardening and landscaping.
He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving and devoted family; children, Joevon (Dantia), Elysia, Jenecia, Nya, Jazmin, Edward Jr and Sophia Turner. Granddaughter Alaiya Nunez-Turner, Fiancé; Arielle Carswell. Parents, mother Tonglia Miles, Edward “Peter” Turner, Alfonso “Pops” Miles. Grandmother Doris Mobley, siblings, Chretien Turner, Kim Turner (Mike), Alex Bush (La’Rie), Missie Tucker (DeAngelo), Jermel Miles (Haddie) and Devontae Miles. Nieces; Tae’Mari Merrell, Kamya Anderson, Syleena Tucker, Kahmeia Johnson, Taylor, Kendall, Regin Harris nephews; Ken’Zye Johnson, Jamir Miles, Jaxon Miles and DeAngelo Tucker Jr, Aunts; Ella Bush, Ethel Brown, Cassandra Bishop, Suzette Robinson (Terry), Twlia Wells (Sam), Alexis Bush (AJ), Aunt Stella, Aunt Wanda and Aunt Minnie Larry. Cousins: Bryian Bush (Sametha), Johnny McCaskell, Teah Bush, Bobby Jenkins, TaSchell Kitchen, Ra’Shetta Bush, Mario Stewart (Anna), Winston Reynolds, Marquis Mulkey (Jasmine), Andre C***s (Kylene), Dontae Manuel (Nadine), Diamond C***s (Tyler), Katrina (Shawn), Marquist, Jameshia, Syrcumna, Clarence, Demetrick, Octavius, Sirena, Emanuel (Tiara), Emanuel “Meme”,
Roger Jr, Jo’mari, Vallena (Llyod), Domonique (Kiya), Vanessa, Lotte’, Antonio, Zaeshu, Shareka, Alecia and Deborah and host of cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

Public visitation will be held 6 -8 p.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Integrity Funeral Services.

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02/19/2026

Ms. Shirley Ann White

A Celebration of Life Service for Ms. Shirley Ann White will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2026 at The Pentecostal Church of God in Jesus Christ, 4705 N 26th Street, Tampa Fl. 33610, Pastor Green officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery, 4406 E. Chelsea Street, Tampa.
Ms. Shirley Ann White was born on October 10, 1948, in Tampa, Florida, to the late Otha Lee (White) Jones Sr. and Luvenia E. Spencer White. Ms. Shirley attended the public schools of Hillsborough County and graduated from Middleton High School. Shirley was last employed with Tampa General Hospital. She loved gardening, listening to gospel music, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of the Church of the Living God, Tampa, Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Otha Lee (White) Jones Sr. and Luvenia E. Spencer White; sister, Patricia D. White; brother, Joseph W. Spencer Sr.; daughter, Archelle R. Brown; granddaughter, Antonisha M. Williams; great-granddaughter, Kaileia Thompson; and great-grandson, Cayden J. Thompson.
Shirley leaves to cherish her memories with her two daughters, Felisa Thompson (Corey Thompson), Tamika Brown; two sons, Johnny Barnum and Christopher White; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Lawrence (Roosevelt Lawrence Jr.); stepbrother, Otha Lee Jones Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives, and friends. Ms. Shirley may not be with us in person, but her spirit lives on. She is an angel watching over us from above.
Viewing will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026 6-8 p.m. at Integrity Funeral Services,
3822 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa Florida 33605.

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