Obituary of Vestal Vero Tatum

Tatum, Vestal Vero, age 85, of Tampa passed away on October 8, 2019.  He was born in Guanaja, Honduras and traveled the world as a young man before settling in Tampa.  In addition to his family, the A.W. Windhorst No. 185 Masonic Lodge played a large role in his life.  Vestal was a HVAC engineer and he also owned a refrigeration and air conditioning business.  He came from a large family with 12 siblings.  Vestal was preceded in death by his wife, Aracely.  He is survived by his son, Vernon (Darlene); daughter, Arianna (Eduardo) Aguero; grandchildren Jordan (Jaime) Tatum and Jarrod Tatum; as well as many nieces and nephews.  In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations in Vestal's name to the Masonic Home of Florida, 3201 1st Street NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33704.  His graveside service will be held Wednesday, October 16th at 10:00 a.m. at Garden of Memories, 4207 East Lake Ave, Tampa, Fl 33610.