Jimmy Messana, 54, of Zolfo Springs, died October 30, 2009 in Land O Lakes. He was born in Miami Beach, Fla. on September 10, 1955 and had been a resident of Hardee County for 37 years. He was a farmer and rancher. Survivors include his wife, Maggie Messana of Zolfo Springs; 1 son, Ricky Messana of Zolfo Springs; and lots of extended family members. Memorial Services will be held on the Ranch at 5587 Dallas McClellan Rd., Zolfo Springs, at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 6, 2009. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 1149, Wauchula, FL 33873.