Dreka “Dede” Andrews McKay, 73, of Tampa, FL, passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family on the morning of June 4th, 2024. Born and raised in South Tampa, Dede attended Gorrie Elementary, Wilson Junior High School, H.B Plant High School and went on to attend Valdosta State University. Dede was a devout Christian and remained steadfast in her faith. She was a devoted mother, nana and friend. Dede is survived by her four children - Allison McKay Bell, Erin McKay, Charlie McKay, Jr. (and his wife, Ginette) and Molly McKay Diaz (and her husband, Andrew) as well as her five grandchildren - Tyson, Dylan, London, Charlie III and Chase.
A private service to celebrate Dede’s life will be held on Friday, June 7th, 2024.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared for the McKay family at gardenofmemoriestampa.com.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Sarah & Genevieve of Gulfside Hospice for the love, compassion and care offered to our family.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Dede’s memory be made to Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa, Florida. (2002 N. Florida Ave.)