Marion Lester "Bub" Friend's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Pinellas Park, Florida

Marion Lester "Bub" Friend

June 14, 1945 - May 16, 2026 (80 years old)

Pinellas Park, Florida

Marion Lester "Bub" Friend's obituary , Passed away on May 16, 2026 in Pinellas Park, Florida

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Taylor Family Funeral Home

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Marion Lester "Bub" Friend

June 14, 1945 - May 16, 2026 (80 years old)

Pinellas Park, Florida

Marion Lester Friend Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Marion Lester Friend (Pinellas Park, Florida), who passed away at the age of 80, on May 16, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Marion Lester Friend or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Marion's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Marion's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He is survived by: his wife Natividad "Naty" Friend; and his children, Rose Gentile (Friend), Joseph Friend, Jennifer Griffiths (Friend) and Julius Friend. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 6th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Taylor Family Funeral Home (5300 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 18th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Woodland Cemetery.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Taylor Family Funeral Home



Sat

June 06

Memorial service

2:00 PM

Taylor Family Funeral Home
5300 Park Blvd N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781

Sat

July 18

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Woodland Cemetery

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