GARCIA, Claude, Jr., 87 a native of Tampa, passed away on February 05, 2014 from natural causes. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruth. He is survived by his children, Susan Gail Chura and her husband Mike Chura; Michael Garcia and Laura Elaine Garcia; one grandson, Justin Chura; brothers, Celso (Flash) Garcia and Jerry Garcia; nephew, Dale M. Garcia and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He loved sports and the outdoors, and was known for his poetry. He will be dearly missed. Visitation will be Sun., February 9th from 3pm to 6pm at Gonzalez Funeral Home. Graveside will be held on Mon., February 10th at 1:30pm at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. www.gonzalezfuneral.com Gonzalez Funeral Home 7209 N. Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33614 , 813-931-1833.