Cespedes, Manuel Sr., 81, of Tampa passed away on March 15, 2017. He was born on January 1, 1936 in Cuba. Manuel is survived by his wife Elena (Igarza) Cespedes. Manuel is survived by his family; sons Manuel (Kelly), and Rodolfo, daughters Elaina (Urbano) Cespedes-Plaza, and Dora Maria Cespedes, brother Nelson, 9 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. Viewing will take place on Monday, March 20, 2017 from 6-8pm at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 12pm. Burial will take place at Serenity Meadows Memorial Park.