Hortense Delorise Ready (Nannie) died peacefully in Hospice on November 8, 2026, in New Port Richey, Florida at the age of 79. Delorise is survived by her four children Frances Vann-Reed (Son-n-Law Scott Reed) of Wesley Chapel, Florida, John Vann “Red” (Daughter-n-Law Karen Vann) of Lutz, Florida, Raymond Vann of Wesley Chapel, Florida, and Mary “Peanut” Johnson of Lafayette, Louisiana. She also survived by her seven grandchildren Jacob Vann (Granddaughter by marriage Chistina Valentin-Vann), Britney Hawkins (Grandson by marriage Shawn Hawkins), Jordan Chambliss, Brandon Johnson, Nick Bedami, Daniel Romano, Jennifer Romano, 10 great grandchildren, brother Tommy Barber of Brandon, Florida and sister Arlene Vibbert (Brother-n-Law Frank Vibbert) of Brandon Florida along with many niece and nephews. Hortense (Delorise) Ready was born on December 21, 1946, to Harry Edward Barber and Mary Ruby Barber. Hortense (Delorise) was a devoted and loving mother who spent her life living life with her children, from racing with boys to skating with the girls she did everything with them and always supported their talents and desires in their lives and taught us to never give up in life. She was a loving and supportive mother and grandmother, we will remember her as a strong, kind, loving and compassionate women who encouraged everyone to pursue their goals, treat people with kindness, and always support and be there for your family.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled for November 28, 2026, at 11:00am at Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens 2323 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, Florida 33511. All are welcomed to attend and celebrate the life of Delorise Ready. Flowers are welcomed and in Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Gulfside Hospice 2061 Collier Parkway Land ‘O’Lakes Florida 34639.
The family would like to thank her 25-year Physician Dr. Alan Iezzi and the FMC team, who took great care of her throughout her journey, her Aide Livanne Rejouis who helped with her daily home health care needs, and the Gulfside Hospice Team for their support and making her end of life care an amazing transition to her home in heaven.
