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1926
DIED
2021
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Tallahassee, Florida
Oveda Mantooth Obituary
Oveda S. Mantooth was born May 27, 1926 in Altha, FL to George F. and Mary I Stone. She found love and happiness with US Army Veteran James E. Mantooth, who preceded her death in 2006. They were married for 51 years. She passed away peacefully at the age of 94.
Oveda's passion in life was to take care of others. Her life was filled with joy, helping others in need and as a mother to many. She loved to dance, cook, and bring the family together for gatherings. She had a spirit that resonates with so many others. No matter where she went, she always carried herself with grace and class. Not to mention plenty of stories to share.
She worked most of her adult career for the State of Florida, Office of Insurance. After retirement, she enjoyed making friends and greeting attendees at the box office of the Leon County Civic Center.
Oveda is survived by her great nephew Hans "Beau" and (Daryllen) Stone, great-great nephews Dylan and Landon Stone, nieces Kathy Revell and (Dennis), Georgia and (Marvin) Rice, and nephews Richard Stone, James Stone, Mark and (Penny) Stone, Ted and (Cindy) Stone, great-niece Athena Ehart, and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews She will be dearly missed by her loved ones.
Please join us celebrating her life Saturday morning April 10, 2021 between 11:00 a.m - 12 Noon at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 700 Timberlane Rd, Tallahassee, FL.
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Rev. Dr. Geraldine Harris
April 7, 2021
Mrs. Mantooth made a lasting impression on my life when she and her husband not only sold me their home, but also was an integral part in facilitating the purchase. She was a lady of grace and compassion. May God bless all of you in your time of grief.
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Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home & Memorial Park - Tallahassee700 Timberlane Road, Tallahassee, FL 32312
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