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Lisa ALFONSO Obituary
54, lost her battle with ovarian cancer and passed away Thursday, April 26, 2018. Born in Tampa, Florida to the late Mike Alfonso III and Violet Alfonso, she is survived by the love of her life, her mother, Violet Alfonso; sister, Susie Alfonso Rodriguez (Jorge); brothers, Ricky Alfonso (Nancy) and Thomas Alfonso (Beth); nephews, Derrick Alfonso (Karrie) and Nicholas Cordero; nieces, Kirstin Alfonso and Rina Marie Alfonso Ricketts (John); numerous grand-nieces and grand nephews and her two four-legged kids, Zoie and Jack. Lisa graduated from Tampa Catholic High School, Class of 1982. In 1999, she graduated from USF with a B.A. in Criminology and went on to become a deputy United States Marshal. In 2014, after serving 15 years with the United States Marshal service, Lisa was forced to retire due to her Ovarian Cancer progression. We want her to be remembered for her beautiful smile, enormous sense of humor, generosity, compassion, and large circle of friends she collected during her life. Services will be held 10:30 am, Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church located at 5225 North Himes Avenue, Tampa. A Celebration of Life will follow immediately after service in the Higgins Hall. In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution in her name may be made to the Celma Mastery Ovarian Cancer Foundation, P.O Box 48787 St. Petersburg FL 33783. Memorial at:
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Sponsored by Anthony Pita and TC Class of 1982.
Yvonne Jomarron
April 22, 2021
Dear friend Lisa, I am very sorry not to be here for your funeral; but I felt sadder that you had left without being able to say goodbye to you, now I tell you in Spanish how you liked me to speak to you " Se que en otra dimensión, tiempo o espacio nuestros caminos volverán a encontrarse" ("I know that in another dimension, time or space our paths will meet again") I MISS YOU!!!
Linda Burns
April 22, 2021
Think about you every day dear friend. I crack up when J remember some of our attics and talks I know for sure you have your eye on us and gosh knows we need watching
Beatrice O'Brien
April 22, 2020
Time doesn't alter the fact that you are not here--your smile and laughter will and are missed......
THOMAS ALFONSO
May 22, 2018
I Love You And Miss You So Much Sis. I Will Never Forget The Wonderful Times We Shared Together. You Were A Wonderful Person With A Heart Of Gold. You Were Truly A Inspiration To Me In The Way You Fought, And In The Way You Helped Others. I Love You So Much, Till We Meet Again.
Tommy
Dee Cebollero
May 1, 2018
Though I hadn't seen Lisa in some years. My heart sunk when I heard the news. A lady that no one can forget. Warm & giving. Her smile, her laughter. How beautiful she was inside and out and her brillant mind. To her family. So sorry for your loss. She was a Gem.
Allison Astle
May 1, 2018
All of my heartfelt prayers for comfort going out to all of Lisa's friends and family. My heart is a bit heavier with knowledge of her passing. She fought with grace, strength and dignity for her life and was a bright inspiration to so many struggling with illness. She touched the world and the ripples of that will continue to be felt and experienced...just as a pebble does when thrown into a pond. The ripples of energy spread out to the shore and though we may not be able to perceive it... it flows beyond and changes form. She did not lose her battle. She won it valiantly in every way!
Candace Sugarek
May 1, 2018
Lisa's bright smile was like a shining star here on earth and I just know she will shine even brighter when God takes her home in heaven....
She will be dearly missed! !!
Freida Varnum
April 30, 2018
You became part of our family when we met you. Thank you for the wonderful memories you gave us all. Rest in peace, dear Lisa.
Krystal Ramos
April 30, 2018
The passing of Lisa is truly heartbreaking. As one of Susie's many friends I had the honor of meeting Lisa. What an amazing woman, daughter and sister. The love and amazing bond this family has will forever have a place in my heart. Lisa you are with the angels now smiling down on us. Thank you for leaving your footprints in our hearts. Rest in peace beautiful.
Lynne Vito
April 30, 2018
Lisa, you had such dignity and grace and you fought a good fight. May you rest in peace.
Gina Plowman
April 29, 2018
May Jesus comfort all of your friends and family. Rest in peace.
Renee Warmack
April 29, 2018
Lisa's passing is heartbreaking. Although we were not close friends I'd like to share my fond memories of her: I knew her as a fun loving, beautiful, giving and kind soul who added light to any room. I met Lisa when we were both on the countywide All-Star softball team in high school. She was a gifted athlete. I later connected with her through the Lip Sync events she was involved in-and loved watching her perform and enjoyed the social circle she was a part of back then. I watched from afar when she got her degree from USF and was proud of her as a fellow Bull. Later, I was excited to watch her in her profession as a US Marshal, when she was featured on national tv because she captured a notorious fugitive out West. It was inspiring to see a female law enforcement officer accomplish such a feat and I was pleased to see the media give Lisa the recognition she deserved. Lisa's positive attitude and courage are an inspiration to me and her powerful legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of those of us who knew her.
Colleen McLachlan
April 28, 2018
To a Wonderful persons taken away from us way to early.
I will never forgot the few days before she was diagnosed
With this awful disease that took her life.
To her Family way to young for this to have happened.
Lisa and I were watching the Rays game on TV and she said to me I just don't feel good. She had a golf tournament the next day and said she had to play.
We each finished our glass of wine and said good night
Love you Lisa you touched my life in so many ways.
Beth Ann Bertucci
April 28, 2018
My sweet Lisa, you fought the good fight for so long, and I know that you are in Heaven shining as you always did here on earth. I know that you are in a much better place and no more tears, no more pain, and no more sorrow.God Bless You and keep you in the palm of his hand. My love goes with you!
Anthony Pita
April 28, 2018
It was a privilege to have spent my adolescent years toward adulthood with Lisa as a friend. Her and Susie always brighten my day when I think if them both. Our childhood memories are priceless and our countless laughs till tears rolled down our faces. A true fighter, a sprit to be recconed with. May God grant her eternal peace,and may God comfort those left behind to deal with such a great loss.
Linda Burns
April 28, 2018
Rest well my friend. I know you will have your eye on all of us. ❤❤
Nancy Millan
April 28, 2018
Susie I didn't know your sister but i feel like I got to know her through all the wonderful experiences you shared. I am thinking of you my friend. May our prayers and faith help you and your family during this most difficult time.
In honor of Lisa - i light this candle. May her light shine bright from within your heart forever ♥.
Xoxo mi amiga
Billy Holmes
April 28, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Yvonne Jomarron
April 28, 2018
Amiga incondicional, guerrera incansable, me pedías te hablara en español para practicarlo, y en español te digo hasta luego, porque se que algún día nos volveremos a encontrar, no te olvidare
Gary Scevola
April 28, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Bonnie O'Brien
April 28, 2018
That smile never faltered-so proud to have known her - so in awe of her valient fight - You are missed Lisa - May God bless you and keep you in his arms RIP
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