Visitation: Friday, August 14, 2026
Visitation Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Visitation Location: Mt. Olive AME Church
11799 Summit Avenue
Dunnellon, Florida
Service Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Service Location: First Bethel Baptist Church
11840 N. Williams Street
Dunnellon, Florida
Obituary:
Harriet J. Bostick, 70, of Dunnellon, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 2, 1956, to the late John W. and Leatha M. Bostick, she was a beacon of faith and kindness.
Harriet was a faithful and active member of Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church, serving as the President of the Leatha M. Bostick Women’s Missionary Society. She attended Dunnellon Elementary and Dunnellon High Schools. After high school, she attended Central Florida College and Florida State University, where she graduated with a degree in Education. After graduating from Florida State University, Harriet returned to Dunnellon and began her teaching career at Dunnellon Elementary School. For 35 years Harriet devoted her life to shaping young minds with wisdom, kindness, and passion. Her classroom was a sanctuary of learning, laughter, and love. She enlightened minds and touched hearts as a beloved teacher.
Harriet’s community activities included being a member of The 360 Walking Club; She served on the City of Dunnellon Code Enforcement Board. Continuing her love of teaching, she devoted 20 years of service teaching Vacation Bible School. After retirement, Harriet volunteered at Dunnellon Elementary School.
Harriet is survived by Brothers, John Douglas Bostick (Doris) and Kenty Bostick (Beverly), Sister, Jennifer Bostick (Ann), Aunts, Sarah Ellis and Thelma Bennett of St. Petersburg, Florida; Nieces Laketha Welcome (Herb), Chanel Bostick, and Andrea Downs. Nephews Ronald Bostick (Heather), Kevin Bostick (Kayla), Dwayne Smith, and Stephen Edwards (Evelyn). Great-nieces Keaira Bostick, Destiney Welcome, Jasmine Welcome, Kmara Downs, Ja-Zaria Coleman, and Za-Riyah Coleman. Great-nephews Marcus Welcome, Kevin Bostick Jr., Sean Edwards, Keelan Downs, and Great-great-nieces, Great-great-nephews, Cousins, Goddaughter Leah Busby, and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 14, 2026 from 5-7PM at Mt. Olive AME Church, 11799 Summit Avenue, Dunnellon. A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, 11:00 AM at First Bethel Baptist Church, 11840 N. Williams Street, Dunnellon with Rev. Willie Alexander, officiating. Interment: Dunnellon Community Cemetery, Dunnellon, FL.
Harriet was my cousin, sister in Christ Jesus, school mate & 360 cub sister. She will truly be missed. Most importantly, she was a child of the most high God. Her presence from among us will truly be missed. Rest in peace cousin until we meet again.
Harriet was my classmate. I’ll never forget what she did for me. RIP my classmate. Gone but not forgotten. Sleep on my sister get your rest my 360 sister!🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
Rest with Jesus, my 360 Club Sista. My prayers are for God to provide peace and strength to her family and friends during this sorrowful time. Harriet, you are loved and will be missed.✝️🛐😇🕊✨️
Harriet and I were classmates through the early 70’s.
I see her smile ❤️
Rest in peace dear lady. Prayers to all the family, God bless you 🙏
I am so saddened to hear of her passing. She was my 5th-grade teacher, and even after all these years, I still remember the impact she had on me. Some teachers come into our lives for only a short season, but the kindness, lessons, and memories they leave with us can last a lifetime. I feel truly blessed to have been one of her students. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and everyone whose life she touched. ❤️🙏
Godmommy you are missed beyond measures. My heart is still broken but I know you are at peace and you’re okay. You were my earthly angel while you were here and now you’re my guardian angel. You will forever live on thru me! Love you always,
Your Godbaby