Bertha Maxine Dees, age 89 of Tampa, passed away on June 17, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antone Dees and a son, Michael Dees. Mrs. Dees is survived by daughters, Judy Yawn and Patsy Dees, grandchildren, Dina Whalen, Jennifer Vitale, Stephanie Yawn, D'Ann Dees and Brittany Dees and seven great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 23, 2015, from 2:00pm until time of service at 3:00pm at the Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4207 E. Lake Ave., Tampa. Burial will follow in Myrtle Hill Memorial Park.