WESLEY STEPHEN "WES" RUMMANS FMHS 1976 12/17/2008 Wesley Stephen Rummans of Cape Coral left our world suddenly on December 13, 2008. He was born April 27, 1958 in Springfield, Ohio and moved to Fort Myers at 6 months old. He is survived by his wife Sarah, daughter Kirsten Taylor, Mother Joyce Rummans-Massey his aunt Barbara Rummans-Summerall, cousins, brother and sisters-in-law, and his mother-in-law. He was a 1976 graduate of Fort Myers High School. He worked as a Contract Support Specialist for HDR. He was a board member of Bayshore Community Chapel and edited the church weekly bulletin. Memorial services will be held December 20, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Bayshore Community Chapel, N. Fort Myers. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to his wife and daughter. We all love and miss you. ==PICTURE== Via: Beth,Tena. Slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
WILLIAM RICHARD "BILLY" STANCEL SR FNHS 1954 12/29/2008 William (Bill) Stancel Sr, 73, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2008. He was born in Fort Myers, FL, on June 21, 1935. He graduated from Fort Myers High School in 1954. He married his highschool sweetheart, Joan (Wadlington) with whom he would have celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary this coming February. He was a self-employed businessman who built custom trailers and buggies along with dealing in produce. As a native Floridian of Cherokee descent, he was an avid sportsman who spent many of his years in the Everglades hunting and fishing. He was a devoted family man who cared deeply for his children and grandchildren. He was also a faithful servant to the Lord, who diligently worked to win over countless souls to Him. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Stancel; son, Bill Stancel, Jr., (wife, Kim) Alva, FL; daughters, Gayle Inge (husband, Michael), N. Fort Myers, FL, Teri Stancel Green (husband, Teddy), Highlands, NC, Marla Cartright Tetlow (husband, Eric), N. Fort Myers, FL; brother Cecil Stancel, Jr. (wife, Betty Ruth), Fort Myers, FL; sisters, Betty Jean Roller (husband, Don), Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, Judy Gomes, Fort Myers, FL. He also left behind 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter, Lisa Kelli Stancel; parents, Cecil and Cleo Stancel; sister, Sylvia Halbrook (husband, Ralph); and granddaughter, Niki Cartright. ==PICTURE== Services will be held at Sonshine Worship Center, 12925 Palm Beach Blvd., on Tuesday, December 30, 2008, with Pastor Bobby Calvert officiating. Visitation for family will begin at noon, friends at 1 PM, and services to begin 2 PM. via NM, JMM, TJ. Slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
ORVILLE M "BIG O" HOWELL SR (FMHS 1953) 12/9/2008 Orville M. (Big O) Howell Sr., age 74, of LaBelle, passed away Dec. 7, 2008 in Lehigh Acres. He was born March 1, 1934 in Fort Myers. Howell. Big O was a longtime resident of LaBelle. He retired from Florida Power & Light after thirty-eight years service. Big O also served in the Army. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion & VFW. Survivors include son: Marty Howell and his wife Melina of LaBelle, daughter: Judi Crocker of LaBelle, brother: Kenny Howell (Peggy) of Tampa, grandson: Blaine Howell. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karla Renee Parker. A memorial service will be held Wed. December 10, 2008, 6:00 pm at Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle with Rev. Dennis Edgar officiating. Big O was a longtime supporter of kids sports, so in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to LaBelle Youth Athletics, 1726 Caloosa Estates Ln, LaBelle, FL 33935. Cremation Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle. via NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
JERRY WAYNE CHARD FMHS 1959 11/4/2008 Jerry Wayne Chard, 67, of Fort Myers passed away suddenly from heart disease after a long successful battle with cancer. He was born in West Palm Beach, FL and grew up in Fort Myers where he graduated from Fort Myers High School. At Fort Myers High he was a member of the swim team, football team and a member of the FMHS Football Hall of Fame. He attended Georgia Military College on a football scholarship before returning to Fort Myers. He worked many years as a salesman in the construction industry and as a young man served as president of the Fort Myers Junior Chamber of Commerce. Jerry was an avid fisherman and his love of sports led him to coaching little league baseball. The greatest loves in Jerry's life were his children, family, friends and sports. Jerry was preceded in death by his father Warren and is survived by his mother Mildred Chard; a brother Richard; a sister Cathy (Andrew) DeSalvo; his children Brad, Melanie (Xavier) Villarreal, Mark; granddaughter Faith and several nieces and nephews. ==PICTURE== Jerry's family will receive friends Thursday from 11am to 1pm with a celebration of his life at 1pm conducted at the Harvey-Engelhardt-Metz Funeral Home 1600 Colonial Blvd. Fort Myers. Donations may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society. Condolences can be made online at: www.harvey-engelhardt-metz funeral home.com Slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
JUDY ANN LAMB (TANNER) FMHS 1968 9/21/2008 Judy Tanner, 57, a native of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on Thursday. Judy is survived by her husband, Bill Tanner, son, Josh Tanner (Tanya Tanner), daughter, Nikki Baird (Ben Baird), Brother, Larry Lamb (Sharon Lamb) and 7 loving grandchildren. Judy was preceded in death by her parents Bascum (FMHS 1942) and Irene Lamb (FMHS 1939, as Irene Nault) Judy was employed by Lee County Sheriff's Department for 16 years. ==PICTURE== Visitation will be on Monday, September 22, 2008 from 10-11 am, at Lee Memorial Park Funeral Home, 12777 S.R. 82, Ft. Myers, with a funeral service to follow at 11 am.(239) 334-4880. The pallbearers are Jacob Jones, Justin Jones, Allen Tanner, Gary Carter, Anthony Carbone and Ben Baird. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice. Slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
ISABELLA D'ALESSANDRO (TAYLOR) FMHS 1955 Dec 31, 1968 Mrs. Isabella D'Alessandro Taylor of 1658 Ricardo Ave., died Monday of Cancer. She was 30. Mrs. Taylor was graduated from Fort Myers Senior High School with the class of 1955 and from Anna Marie University of Atlanta, Ga., where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She was employed at the First National Bank as a new account officer She was a member of the Junior Welfare League of Fort Myers and St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Surviving besides her husband, John W. Taylor, are two children, John Thomas 5, and Michelle Theresa, 3; her parents Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. D'Alessandro of Fort Myers; a sister, Mrs. Arthur Scott Jr. of North Fort Myers. ==PICTURE== Rosary service will be at 8 p.m. from the chapel of the Harvey Funeral Home. Requiem mass will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday from St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Burial will be in Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Via JV, edited from the Fort Myers News-Press
KENNETH "KENNY" HOWELL FMHS 1970 1/6/2009 Kenneth Howell, 76, of Tampa, passed away January 2, 2009. Born on February 20, 1932 in Fort Myers, Florida. He belonged to the Methodist Church and was retired from Gulf Oil & Kenan Transport. Survivors include: his wife of 46 years, Peggy; daughter, Deborah (Charles) Thomas; sons, Keith Howell and Mark (Sarah) Howell; grandchildren, Jessica and Mark II. ==PICTURE== Contact family for service information. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to LifePath Hospice, 3010 W. Azeele St., Tampa, FL 33609. Words of comfort may be expressed at: http://floridamortuary.net Via NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
WILLIAM A "BILLY" KIRBY (FMHS 1947) 1/10/2009 - 1/11/2009 William A. "Bill" Kirby, 79, of Gainesville, passed away January 7, 2009. Mr. Kirby was born in Ft. Myers and moved to Gainesville in 1960. He retired from the Federal Aviation Agency after 30 years as a Flight Service Specialist and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. His life long love of flying began at age 16 when he became a pilot. He was a member of the Florida Modelers Association, Experimental Aircraft Association and Academy of Model Aeronautics. In addition, he was a motorcycle enthusiast involved with AHRMA where he oversaw his son's motorcycle racing team. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Irene Kirby, son Michael Kirby (Debbie) of Orlando, daughters Debra Johnson (Jack) of Orange Park, and Cynthia LeBlanc-Summers of Panama City, grandchildren Melanie Kirby, Kyle Kirby, Kirby Johnson, Wilson Johnson, Sydney LeBlanc, Emma LeBlanc. ==PICTURE== A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the Milam Funeral Home Chapel, 311 South Main Street, Gainesville. Burial will follow at Forest Meadows Central Cemetery in Gainesville. Arrangements are under the care of MILAM FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, 311 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL (352) 376-5361. via JMM, published in the Gainesville Sun
CHARLES LELAND "CHARLIE" MILLER (FMHS 1947) 1/11/2009 Charles Leland Miller was born in Fort Myers FL on February 11, 1929. He went to his heavenly home on January 8, 2009. A service will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 12, 2009 in the chapel of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home in Ridgeland with entombment following in Parkway Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, January 11, 2009 and 9:00 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Roberta (Bobbie), daughter Patty (Miller) Ethridge (Dr. Chris) of Madison, MS and son, Bruce Miller (Sherry) of Elmhurst, IL. Grandchildren include: Dr. Amy (Ethridge) Hatchett (Brad) of Jackson, MS, Andy Ethridge (Ashley) of Franklin, TN, Phil Ethridge (Maggie) of Madison, MS, Lauren Ethridge of Greensboro, NC, Masters Charlie and Coleman Miller of Elmhurst, IL and four great grandchildren. He is also survived by sister, Bertie Scott (Wesley) (FMHS 1951) of Fort Myers and sister-in-law, Myrtle Miller of Sarasota, FL as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leland and Louise Miller of Ft. Myers, sisters Ruby Coleman, Frances Johnston and brother Harold Miller (FMHS 1948). After pastoring churches in Pine Island, FL and Cascade, VA, the Millers served as career missionaries under the Foreign Mission Board (SBC) in the Philippines for 34 years. Upon retirement, Rev. and Mrs. Miller lived in Gulf Breeze, FL until 2005 when they moved to Ridgeland, MS. During retirement, the Millers served in Bosnia under the Mission Board for six months. ==PICTURE== In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made to the Lottie Moon Offering of the International Mission Board, P.O. Box 6767, Richmond, VA 23230. Via JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
JOHN D "JACK" MARTIN JR (FMHS 1947) 1/14/2009 - 1/16/2009 JOHN D. MARTIN, Jr. "Jack" Jack Martin, age 80, of Boynton Beach, FL passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side on January 13, 2009. His wife of 54 years, Nancy, predeceased him in January of 2007. He is survived by his two loving children, Linda (husband, Mike) and John (wife, Janet) and his five adoring grandchildren: Leigh Ann, John and Dan Martin and Bailey and Nick Callaway. He graduated from the University of Florida in 1952 with a degree in Agriculture and served in the ROTC, completing active duty as a Captain in the U.S. Army. Jack and Nancy moved to Boynton Beach in 1958 and were partners in their family farming business for over 45 years. He was a successful vegetable farmer, nurseryman and grove owner. As a long time farmer in the community, he was elected an Honorary Lifetime Member of the Palm Beach County Farm Bureau. In addition, from 1994 to present he has served as a Director of Farm Credit Bank of South Florida and served as Chairman of the Board from 2005 to 2007. He also was an organizing director of both Palm Beach County Bank and Palm Beach Community Bank. Jack was admired and respected by his family, friends and business associates. The family will receive friends Thursday, January 15, 2009 from 4-7 PM at Scobee-Combs-Bowden Funeral Home, corner of U.S. Hwy. #1 and N.E. 15th Ave., Boynton Beach. ==PICTURE== A Funeral Service will be held Friday, January 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church, 235 S.W. 6th Ave., Boynton Beach. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in his memory be sent to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407. SCOBEE-COMBS-BOWDEN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY Boynton Beach, Florida. Via JMM, slightly edited from The Palm Beach Post
LESSIE R MCCLENITHAN (ROBINSON)(JOHNS) FMHS 1955 12/30/1995 Lessie R. Johns, 58, of Fort Myers and Whittier, N.C., died Saturday, Dec. 30, 1995. A native of Fort Myers, she retired as a judicial assistant. She enjoyed nature, especially wildlife, and was a NASCAR enthusiast. Survived by her husband, Gary W.; daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Walter Johns of Fort Myers; brother, Arnold of Islamorada, Fla.; two sisters, Gerane Beckler and Irene Roan, both of Fort Myers, and granddaughter, Tori Johns. ==PICTURE== Funeral will be Wednesday, Jan. 3rd at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Interment to follow in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour prior to services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hope Hospice in memory of Lessie. Via: NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
BETTY JANE SPENCER (EDENS) (FMHS 1942) 1/14/2009 Betty Jane Edens Mrs. Edens, of 5423 Wintercrest Lane in Charlotte died Sunday, January 11, 2009 at Presbyterian Hospital after a prolonged illness. Betty was a long time Charlotte community member. She was raised in Fort Myers, Florida and graduated from Fort Myers High School in 1942. Betty was an important contributor to the community growth of the Park Dale and Barclay Downs neighborhoods in Charlotte and worked with the fashion industry at the Charlotte Merchandise Mart. In more recent years, Betty had been active in the Library and Prayer Groups of the Myers Park Baptist Church, where she had been a member since 1951. Betty is survived by her son, Steve Edens and his wife, Myra, and their three children, Brandon, Jeremy, and Carrie. A memorial service will be held at the Myers Park Baptist Church on Friday, January 16th at 11:00 a.m., followed by a reception at the church. ==PICTURE== In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Myers Park Baptist Church Library in memory of Betty Jane Spencer Edens, 1900 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC 28207. J.B. Tallent Funeral Service is serving the family of Mrs. Edens. Via SSS, slightly edited. Published in the Charlotte Observer (NC)
LOIS EVELYN JOHNSON (WALDORF) (FMHS 1943) 1/19/2009 - 1/20/2009 Lois J. Waldorf, 83, of Fort Myers, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009 following an extended illness. She was born April 16, 1925 in Fort Myers and has lived here most of her life. She was a homemaker and member of First United Methodist Church of Fort Myers. Mrs. Waldorf is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Douglas L. Waldorf; her children, Cheryl McGinnis and husband, Richard of Gainesville and Douglas L. Waldorf, Jr. and his wife, Donna of Fort Myers; her sister, Vivian Kight and her husband, James of Sebring; her grandchildren: Christen Crevasse and her husband, Beau, Jennifer McGinnis, Michael McGinnis, Steven Waldorf and Brennan Waldorf and one great grandson: Hunter Crevasse. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home with entombment to follow in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends will be received from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center, 10051 McGregor Blvd., STE 101, Fort Myers, FL 33919 or to Hope Hospice of Lee County, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907, 239- 936-0555.
Via Trill, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press BOBBY "LEE" JOINER JR FMHS 1971 1/22/2009 Bobby "Lee" Joiner, Jr., 56, of Fort Myers, passed away Monday, January 19, 2009 following an extended illness. He was born March 3, 1952 in Fort Myers and lived in Ashville, NC the last 16 years before moving back to Fort Myers. He graduated from Fort Myers High School in 1971. Lee loved fishing, hunting and collecting antiques. He was formerly employed by Kirkwood Electric where he worked as an electrician. Mr. Joiner is survived by his children: Lisa Hurt and Niel and Nicole Joiner; his parents: Bobby L. and Theresa Joiner; his sister, Marcia (Bill) Levinsky; a brother: Bruce Joiner and close friends Morris and Chris Attridge; grandchildren: Carlton and Zoe Hurt and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. ==PICTURE== Memorial services will be conducted at 6:00 PM on Friday, January 23, 2009 at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Friends will be received from 5:00 - 7:00 PM on Friday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907, 239- 936-0555. www.fortmyersmemorial.com Via KA,NM,TJ,JMM,BA, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
WAYNE WILSON WARRINER (FMHS 1955) 1/22/2009 Wayne Wilson Warriner, 71, of Fort Myers died after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born on February 16, 1937 to the late Rev. Norman W. and Vergie Mae O'Bannon Warriner in LaBelle, FL. He was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Warriner. Wayne was a 1955 graduate of Fort Myers High School where he was a captain of the football team and ran track. After graduation he served in the U.S. Air Force. Upon returning to Fort Myers, he married his wife of 48 years Barbara E. Griffin Warriner who survives him. Wayne worked in the automotive repair/tire business and was the owner/operator of Lee Auto Service Center in Lehigh Acres for 21 years. Dad loved to make people laugh and had the unique ability to make everyone feel special. He will be sorely missed by all. Also surviving are his children: Stephanie (Steve) Wiles, Charlton "Chocky" (Agnes) Warriner and Jodi (Michael) Constantine all of Fort Myers. "Poppy" had eight grandchildren whom he adored: Jeremy (Misty), Joshua, Jacob, Andrew, Zachary, Taylor Marie, Natalia and Ronan as well as two great-granddaughters Arlie and Jala. ==PICTURE== A memorial celebration will be held on Saturday January 24, 2009 at First Assembly of God, corner of Summerlin and Colonial at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Revs. David Yannatone and Chuck Smith officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to the Missions Dept. of First Assembly of God, Fort Myers or to Hope Hospice in Wayne's memory. Via NM,TJ,KA,JMM,BA, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
KENNETH NEAL "KEN" SCHULTZ (FMHS 1969) 2/5/2009 Ken, age 57, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 3. He was a 1969 graduate of Fort Myers High School and a graduate of the University of Miami. Ken was a professional oboist. ==PICTURE== He is survived by his mother, Betty, sister, Cindi Koehler (FMHS 1973), niece, Stacey Perkins and nephew, Brian Scheall. No services are planned. Via: NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
JAMES STEWART "JIMMY" SPOONER (FMHS 1964) 9/17/2008 AUGUST 22,1946-SEPTEMBER 13, 2008 James Stewart Spooner - husband, father, brother, coach, friend. As a young boy growing up in Fort Myers, Jimmy loved the outdoors-fishing, hunting, playing sports His love of baseball began in his youth, continued at Fort Myers High School, then took him to Edison Junior College and on to Florida State University. His passion for the game turned into a career that spanned 35 years, giving him many opportunities to influence the lives of young men. Loved by many and respected by all, Jimmy spent untold hours developing both the talent and the character of the young men he coached. That mutual love and respect was apparent by the efforts of former players to name the University of West Florida baseball field in his honor, an act that both filled him with joy and humbled him. During his courageous journey over the past year, he was continually encouraged by the many cards, emails, calls, and visits from his family, his friends, and his former players. He will be remembered as a good man who always took time for everyone who needed him, as a family man, and as a man with a strong sense of character who loved the Lord. Jimmy's memory will be cherished by his wife of 36 years, Carolyn, his daughters Jamie (Timothy) Sousa and Lindsay (David) DeWald and his two grandchildren, Carson and Caroline. His presence will be missed by his brother Phillip (Carolyn) Spooner and his sisters, Jeanette (Harry) Brown and Donna Jo (Frank) Cline, his extended family, and countless friends. ==PICTURE== The family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made to the University of West Florida Foundation, Inc., designated to the Coach Jim Spooner Endowment Fund. Visitation is at Faith Chapel North on September 18, 2008, from 5-7 PM. The celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, September 19, 2008, at Hillcrest Baptist Church, Pastor Jim Locke officiating. Interment will follow at Bayview Memorial Park. Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29 South Cantonment is in charge of arrangements. via KW, slightly edited from the Pensacola News Journal
ALAN DOUGLAS PEARSON (FMHS 1960) 1/25/2009 Alan Douglas Pearson, of Cape Coral, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009 under the compassionate care of Hope Hospice at Cape Coral Hospice House. He was born in Chicago, IL in the summer of 1942. He moved with his parents Waldo and Irene Pearson, sister Sue, brother Norman, and their dog Frisky by the boatTrident to Cape Coral in 1958. The Pearson family was one of the first families to live in Cape Coral. Alan was an accomplished sailor, boat captain, pilot, mechanic, and an avid NASCAR fan. He was a local contractor and instructor. He worked for several years for Povia-Ballentine Corp., Carl Mathews School of Construction, and retired from Kraft in 2007. He held various State Contracting Licenses. He was preceded in death by his wife Lora Pearson, parents Waldo and Irene Pearson, and brother Waldo Jr. (Joan) Pearson. Alan is survived by his daughter Beth Marie Pearson of Cape Coral, FL; Sue (Fred) Reed of Dade City, FL; Norman Pearson of Chicago, IL; numerous nieces and nephews, and his dog Angel. ==PICTURE== A Memorial Service will be held at Hope Hospice at 2430 Diplomat Pkwy. E., Cape Coral, FL at 2PM on Monday January 26, 2009. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Hospice. Via: Trill, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
LILLIAN CORRINE O'HARRA (BEYER) FMHS 1952 3/1/2009 Lillian Beyer, 74, of Fort Myers, FL and formerly of Chicago area, passed away February 27, 2009. Lillian grew up in Fort Myers, then returned to her birth state where she raised her 3 children. She is survived by her son, John Jr. and two daughters, Barbara Vanco and Susan Freier, numerous grand and great-grandchildren, her brother, John O'Harra (FMHS 1958) and numerous nieces and nephews. ==PICTURE== Local visitation will be at Kiser Funeral Home, March 2nd from 2-4 PM with interment at Oakridge Cemetery in Hillside, IL. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hope Hospice or the American Cancer Society. Via: JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
ALLEN RICHARD ELLIS (FMHS 1934/1935) 2/27/2009 Allen R. Ellis, 94, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2009. He was born in Lakeland, FL and moved to Fort Myers in 1918. As a boy, Allen delivered groceries to the home of Thomas Edison. He was a graduate of Fort Myers High School and the University of Florida. Allen was a retired Army Major serving in World War II and Korean War. For the next 35 years he had his own insurance agency. He was a past member of the Fort Myers and Estero Historical Societies, a member of the First United Methodist Church and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Ellis is survived by his wife of 67 years, Sybil Ellis (FMHS 1939); 4 children: Rebecca (Cliff) Buck (FMHS 1960), Arletta (Jackie) Kline (FMHS 1964), Chap (Lynn) (FMHS 1972)and Rick (Carol) Ellis (FMHS 1977); grandchildren: Kara Krantz, Heather Riviezzo, Steve, Ashley, Cody and Reid Ellis; step-grandchildren: Kyle and Zack Vealey and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brothers, Meece, Floyd and Robert; a sister, Daisy Cunningham (FMHS 1937) and a grandson, Chip Ellis (FMHS 1962). The family wishes to offer a special thanks to the Life Care Center of Estero, especially Danette Upshaw and to Hope Hospice at HealthPark. ==PICTURE== Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. Friends will be received from 1:00 PM until the time of the service. Private entombment will be in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Hospice of Lee County, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908. Via JMM, slightly edited from The News-Press on 2/27/2009
JOSEPH MITCHELL CLARK FMHS 1942 3/10/2009 - 3/11/2009 Joseph Mitchell Clark, 85, of Fort Myers, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2009. He was born July 30, 1923 in Goldsboro, NC and has lived in Fort Myers since 1925. He graduated from Fort Myers High School and attended Edison College. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II serving in the South Pacific. In 1974, he retired from the United States Postal Service with over 30 years of service and was a long time member of Tropical Masonic Lodge #56, F. & A.M. Mr. Clark is survived by his wife of 59 years, Pearl Clark of Fort Myers; his daughter, Iline Burks (FMHS 1980) of Altamonte Springs; grandchildren: Tiffany Harris (Lee Musselwhite) and Clayton Burks (Jamie Johnson) and great granddaughter, Lily Pearl Gilligan. Also surviving are his nieces: Caroline Halgrim (Robert), Ann Louise Fields, Debbie Ashbarger (Rick), Theresa Buckmaster and Sylvia Pike (Ken) and several cousins including a special cousin, Lalai Hamric (FMHS 1959)(Curtis). He was preceded in death by his brother, John Clark in 1990 and a grandson, Dayne Brian Harris in 1983. ==PICTURE== Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 12, 2009 at First Presbyterian Church, 2438 Second Street, Fort Myers. Burial at a later time will follow in Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Friends will be received from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 2438 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907, 239- 936-0555. http://www.fortmyersmemorial.com via NM, slightly edited from The Fort Myers News-Press
AARON HULCE STANCEL FMHS 1946 2/16/2009 Aaron Hulce Stancel, born April 27, 1926, Fort Myers, FL passed this life on February 13th. Aaron was preceded in death by parents, Howard and Roberta Stancel; brother, Roy; and sisters, Bessie and Pauline (FMHS 1953). He is survived by 2 sisters, Roberta (FMHS 1956) and Lottie (FMHS 1950); 2 sons, Mark (Joanne) and Greg (Sheila); 1 daughter, Beverly (Billy); 6 grandchildren, Shea, Brandon, Andrea, Nicole, Matthew and Courtney; and 6 great-grandchildren. He served in the US Navy during WWII and Korean War. He was a lifetime member of VFW and American Legion. Visitation will be at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, February 17th, at Lee Memorial Park Funeral Home, 12777 SR-82, with services following at 2:00 PM, (239) 334-4880. Published in The News-Press on 2/16/2009
EDGAR ARTHUR "HUT" WILSON (FMHS 1942) 2/23/2009 The physical being of Edgar A. Wilson, 84, passed on Thursday. However, his architectural works and spirit will live on long beyond all of us. Edgar was born on April 14, 1924 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. Preceding him in death were his parents Robert Giles Wilson and Rebecca Dubois Wilson. Also preceding him in death was his wife, Kathryn and sister, Rose Marie Duffield (FMHS 1944). Surviving family members are: Truman D. Wilson (FMHS 1941) , brother; Giles G. Wilson (FMHS 1974) and Edgar A. Wilson, II (FMHS 1971), sons. Grandchildren are: Edgar A. Wilson, III "Trey" (FMHS 2008), Matthew Robert Giles Wilson, John Patrick Hart Wilson and Katie Marie Wilson. Edgar attended Fort Myers High School, Texas A&M and University of Florida. Edgar served in WW2 as a foot soldier in the 103rd Infantry. He was awarded a field promotion to lieutenant. After the war under the Marshall Plan, Edgar practiced Architecture in Salzburg, Austria. Upon completion of his service, he returned to Southwest Florida where he practiced Architecture for fifty years. Projects that are representative of his career are: Church of the Resurrection, St. Cecelia's, Bishop Verot, Fort Myers Country Club, Cypress Lake Country Club and Farm Worker Village. His wife, Kathryn was with him every step of the way. A funeral Mass will be held for Edgar and Kathryn on Tuesday, February 24, at 10:30AM for family and friends at the Church of the Resurrection. Via TJ, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
DANIELLE JANENE BLACKBURN (FMHS 2005) 2/13/2009 Danielle Janene Blackburn, 21, of Fort Myers passed away on February 10, 2009. She was born in Fort Myers and graduated from Fort Myers High School in 2005. Shortly after graduating High School she was stricken with multiple sclerosis. Throughout her illness she maintained her will and love for life. Danielle is now over suffering from her disease and has gone home to be an angel with Jesus and her other family. Danielle is survived by her precious daughter Marissa, her loving Mom and Dad, Don and Debbie, two loving brothers Dana and Darin (FMHS 2001), and loving sister Amy, dearest grandmother Phyllis and grandpa Buddy, loving sister in law Crysten and brother in law Rich and many other family and friends. ==PICTURE== Funeral services will be conducted 1pm Saturday February 14th at the Cypress Lake United Methodist Church with Pastor Debbie Mak officiating. Danielle's family will receive friends from 12 noon until service time at the church and burial will follow at the Lee Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Danielle's name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Condolences may be made at: harvey-engelhardt-metz funeral home.com Via TJ, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
GRACE "CURLY" DAVIS (WILLIAMS) FMHS 1924 June 21, 1938 FORT MYERS NEWS-PRESS, June 21, 1938 Mrs. Grace Williams Davis, 32, died yesterday at Lee Memorial Hospital after an illness of two days. She is survived by a husband, Robert A.; a son, Robert Lamar, 9; three sisters, Mrs. Tullis J. Woodham of Jacksonville, Mrs. Harry Cooper of Fort Myers and Mrs. Geoge Lundquist of Naples; two brothers, Thomas and Raymond Williams of Fort Myers; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Williams. She had been a school teacher here for the past 12 years and made her home at 920 Virginia Avenue. She had taught for the past four years at Sanibel. ==PICTURE== Services will be held Wednesday. The time and arrangements will be announced later by Lawrence A. Powell, in charge. (Fort Myers Cemetery) via Becky Scott
VIRGINIA ANN "DINNY" PETERSON (ENGLAND) FMHS 1930 5/14/2009 APR. 23, 1912- MAY 7, 2009 Virginia was born in Rockford, IL on April 23, 1912. Her family moved to Fort Myers in 1919 and joined Bayshore Community Chapel, where she remained a faithful member for 90 years. She was not only a help to her church, she also volunteered in her community all her life. Virginia went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 7, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years Waymon England and 3 grandsons. She is survived by her 2 sisters Dixie Kelley (FMHS 1947) and Barbara Knowles (FMHS 1951), 3 children, Jerry England (FMHS 1952), Gloria Cook and Mark England, 11 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. And multitudes of family and wonderful friends. She was truly blessed. ==PICTURE== A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at Bayshore Community Chapel, Samville Road N. Fort Myers on Saturday, May 16th at 2:30 PM. Via: many, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
ROBERT E "ROBBIE" RECKWERDT FMHS 1958 5/14/2009 Robert E. Reckwerdt, 68, died unexpectedly. A 1958 graduate of Fort Myers High (1958) , he was a businessman in Fort Myers, Naples and the Florida Keys. Preceded in death by wife, Mona (FMHS 1959) , parents Art and Mabel. He is survived by son Michael, (Anne), daughter Jodi (Sean), 7 grandchildren, brothers Ted (FMHS 1957) and John (FMHS 1963), sister Ann (FMHS 1953) and their families. ==PICTURE== Memorial service will be held May 30th, 4 PM at "Robbie's Rent A Boat", Islamorada, FL.{www.robbies.com} Via many, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
WILLIAM HENRY "BILLY" KIRKLAND (FMHS 1959) 3/25/2009 - 3/26/2009 William H. Kirkland 70, of Fontana N.C passed away Sunday March 15 2009, born in Fort Myers Fl, Oct 3 1938, Bill served in the National Guard 7 yrs, worked for Lee County Sheriff's Dept for 10 yrs and then Florida Power and Light which he retired after 35 yrs. Bill is survived by his Wife Irene, 2 sons Todd (Lois) and Terry (Sue), and a daughter Tiffany (Brad), 2 granddaughters Brittany and Erin Kirkland and grandson Troy Kirkland. ==PICTURE== Services were held March 21, 2009 at Tuskeegee Baptist church Fontana NC. Bill will be greatly missed by all who knew him as being a kind and loving person. Via TJ, slightly edited from The News-Press
PETER LEO "PETE" ATKINSON FMHS 1966 4/29/2009 Peter Leo Atkinson, age 61, died peacefully, April 26, 2009. Born April 22, 1948, Yorkshire, Leeds, England. He was pre-deceased by parents Harry Leo and Dorothy May. Beloved friend of Mary Sivright, Mark Fry, Rudy Mansfield and John Best of Albino-Rhino.com, Wendy, Staff and Patrons of Stevie Tomato's and Shoeless Joes Sportscafe, Mrs. Lydia Lowell-Sherman (ex-wife), grad class 1966 Fort Myers Sr. High, Thomasville and Lazyboy Furn., Trivia King of NTN Buzztime, an avid gator and football fan. ==PICTURE== A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, April 30, 2009 at Steve Tomato's Sportspage, 11491 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33907. Via: MB, slightly edited from the Fort Myers News-Press
RUTH LYNETTE NAYLOR (MURRAY) FMHS 1957 4/29/2009 R. Lynette Murray, 69, of N. Fort Myers died on April 25, 2009. She was born on July 11, 1939 in Fort Myers. She was the wife of the late William Murray. She is survived by her children, John A. (Karen) Warren of Alva, Joy (Barry) Miller of N. Fort Myers, Lynn (David) Copping of N. Fort Myers and Bill Murray (Beverly) of Cape Coral, 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and her brother, Howard (Sandy) Naylor (FMHS 1962) of Fort Myers. ==PICTURE== Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at at 1:00 PM in Hope Hospice Chapel, Cape Coral. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be sent to Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908. Friends may sign the guest book at: http://www.dignifiedcremations.com. Via NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
LEWIS CARL SMITH FMHS 1974 4/8/2009 Lewis Carl Smith, age 52, of Fort Myers, passed away Sunday April 5, 2009. He was the son of the late L.D. smith and of Dorothy Ann (nee Kemp) Smith who still resides in Fort Myers. Carl leaves behind a son, Michael Ryan Smith; sisters, Caye Smith and Leslie Keen; nieces, Jennifer and Amy; nephew, Austin as well as many uncles, aunts and cousins. Carl will also be missed by many dear colleagues and friends. A memorial gathering will be held 3-4 PM Friday April 10th, 2009 with memorial services beginning at 4 PM the same day at the Anderson Funeral Home, 3654 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33916. ==PICTURE== Anderson Funeral Home Fort Myers, FL (239) 694-4121 Via TJ,JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
LISA DIANE BLEMKE (BRASHEAR) (FMHS 1973) 4/20/2009 Lisa Blemke, 54, of Fort Myers, passed away on April 8, 2009. She was born in Fort Myers on July 16, 1954. Lisa is survived by her son, Adam Brashear, brothers, Randy Blemke and wife Diane, Marvin McKemy and wife Erica, Todd Blemke, sisters, Mona Cossairt, Melissa Mckemy and husband Ryan, 8 nieces and 3 nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Russell Blemke, mother, Joyce Mckemy, and sister Tina Johnson. ==PICTURE== A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 10:00am by the lake in front of Mcgregor Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association, 28441 Bonita Crossings Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34135 or The American Cancer Society, 4575 Via Royale Suite 110, Fort Myers, FL 33919 Via TJ, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
MICHAEL M "MIKE" STRAYHORN (FMHS 1960) 4/19/2009 Michael M. Strayhorn, 67, of Fort Myers, passed away April 15, 2009. Mike was born and raised in Fort Myers and graduated from Fort Myers High School in 1959. He also attended Marion Military Institute in Alabama before attending Florida State University. He was a life-long supporter of his Seminoles. He became a brother of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity and participated on the Florida State Wrestling Team. As a wrestler he was the State of Florida champion and participated in the A.A.U. Olympic Trials where he championed at the State level. After Mike graduated from FSU in 1966, he went on to become an Eastern Airlines Pilot and retired as Captain in 1987. While flying for Eastern, Mike was actively involved and successful in the commercial real estate business in the Miami area. After his retirement, he returned to Ft. Myers and opened Strayhorn Realty Corporation, where he was again successful in the commercial real estate and real estate investment business. Mike was a veteran and a member of the Masonic Lodge Mike is known as a kind and generous man who enjoyed scuba diving and competing in (and winning) many triathlons and scuba diving. He supported many charities, especially those associated with his Christian faith, children and the poor. Most of all, Mike cherished his friends and family. To know Mike was to love him, and so many will miss him terribly. Mike is survived by his mother, Lorraine Strayhorn Miller of Fort Myers, and his sons, Joseph Matt Montgomery (Karen) and grandchildren April and Mark, of Katy, Texas and Edward Mark Montgomery (Vivian) of Lake Mary, Florida, and his many aunts and cousins. Mike's father, Orville T. Strayhorn Sr. and his brother Orville T. Strayhorn, Jr. pre-deceased him. ==PICTURE== A memorial service will be held Monday, April 20 at First United Methodist Church, 2466 First St., Fort Myers. Visitation is at 12:00 and services begin at 1:00 with a reception following. Private graveside services will follow. The family requests memorial donations be made to either Florida United Methodist Children's Home (www.funch.org) or First United Methodist Church. Fort Myers. Arrangements are by Anderson Funeral Home, 3864 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33916 Via NM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
WILLIAM DAVID NAYLOR FMHS 1967 3/22/2009 David Naylor, 59, passed away at his beloved cabin in Jasper, Arkansas on March 18, 2009. David is survived by his three cherished children, sons David (28), Chris (26) and daughter Ashby (23), his father Billy (FMHS 1939), brother Wally (FMHS 1964) of Fort Myers, sister Sue Carlson of Gainesville, FL, and many, many aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his dear mother Bea Naylor (FMHS 1941) who passed away in October of 2008. Having been born and raised in Fort Myers, David also had countless friends. As a young teenager David, his brother Wally and good friends, Ray Steen, Shep Beasley, Randy Frost and Mike Mathis formed "The Bees", a rock and roll band. The band entertained Southwest Florida teens throughout the 1960's. There was always a place to dance, listen to music and gather with friends when "The Bees" were playing at the family owned "Beehive" on Fowler Street. The band also performed at fraternity parties at the University of Florida, and numerous towns scattered throughout the state. Their original recording "Shy Boy" was a local hit and was played regularly on the radio. David entered the Air Force in 1968 with buddy Pat McInnis. After boot camp the two were separated. David served four years at which time he was stationed in Virginia, Karat, Thailand, and Patrick AFB in Florida. He received his honorable discharge and returned to Fort Myers. In the late 70's and 80's David worked with his family at Naylor Flower Farms in, what was then a thriving Gladiola business, during the time Fort Myers' slogan was "Welcome to Fort Myers - Gladiola Capital of the World." While his children were growing up, David was an active, involved father, coaching his sons in baseball and his daughter in soccer. He led his daughter Ashby's soccer team, The Heartbreakers, to win two championship titles. David loved horseback riding, reading, music, sports and was also an avid history buff. In 1998 he moved to the Ozark mountains and fell in love with the peacefulness and the quiet beauty of northern Arkansas, where he lived and enjoyed the remainder of his short life. David will be missed so much by his children, family and all who loved and knew him. ==PICTURE== A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, 7 PM at Southside Christian Church, 7800 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Via TJ, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
BRUCE GARDNER JONES FMHS 1952 4/30/2009 Bruce G. Jones, age 75, a former long-time resident of Fort Myers, died on April 22, 2009 in Dagsboro, Delaware after a long battle with emphysema. He was born in Titusville, Florida on October 6, 1933 and moved to Fort Myers in December 1942. He attended both elementary and secondary schools in Lee County, graduating from FMHS in 1952. Following high school, he entered the Air Force and served over 20 years of active duty before retiring in 1973, having been stationed in Hawaii, Iceland, Germany, New Mexico, and Maryland, among other bases. After retiring from the Air Force he was employed by Westinghouse Corporation with assignments in Alaska, Las Vegas and Baltimore. He is survived by his brothers, The Reverend William R. Jones of Sylacaga, AL, Robert B. Jones of Ashville, NC, James T. Jones of San Antonio, TX, Richard A. Jones of Fort Myers, FL; sisters, Mary Lee Kanehl (FMHS 1950)of Manchester, CT, Florence Godwin (FMHS 1950) of Oneonia, AL, Juanita Barker of Jacksonville, FL, Francis Floyd of Naylor, GA. He is also survived by his former wife, Patricia Drish of Dagsboro, DE; his daughter, Melissa Kahn of Ashburn, VA; step daughter, Dana Thorne of Fort Myers, FL; and three granddaughters, Samantha Kahn, Rachel Kahn and Kayla Thorne. ==PICTURE== Services will be private. Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Delaware. Via TJ, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
VERNON ROBERTS WIDERQUIST FMHS 1939 4/22/2009 Vernon Roberts Widerquist, lately of the City of Friendswood, Texas, passed away Sunday morning, 12 April 2009. Mr. Widerquist was born to Vernon Gustav Widerquist and Johnette Wiley Odom (FMHS 1910) in Ft. Myers, Florida, on 21 September 1922. Mr. Widerquist attended school in Ft. Myers through high school, where among other things he learned to play the clarinet. He entered Georgia Institute of Technology in 1939. He served as Regiment Commander of the ROTC and graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (with honors). He later obtained a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering. He also attended the Army Electronics School at Harvard University and the Army-Navy Radar School at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Mr. Widerquist served as an officer in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946. From 1948 to 1956 he held positions at the Georgia Tech Engineering Research Station, as a Research professor. He was a founding member of Scientific-Associates, Inc., which later became Scientific Atlanta, Inc. He worked for TRW Systems from 1956 to 1987 managing projects for the Air Force in Florida, and then the Apollo Program for NASA in Houston, Texas. Mr. Widerquist was a member of Phi Eta Sigma, Tau Beta Pi, Phi Kappa Phi, and Sigma Xi. He was a Senior Member in the Institute of Radio Engineers, member of Groups on Engineering Management and Bio-Medical Electronics, and a member of the American Association of Advancement of Science. ==PICTURE== Mr. Widerquist is survived by Catherine, his wife of 59 years, sons George, of Friendswood, Texas, and Carl of Alpharetta, Georgia, daughter Jane Forbes of Lubbock, Texas, and his sister Anne and brother-in-law J. D. Raulerson of Bartow, Florida, along with 8 grand children and 4 great-grand children. A private family service will be held. Via NM, TJ, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
JOSEPH DARRELL "JOE" DENISON (FMHS 1979) 5/24/2009 Joseph Darrell Denison, 47, of Ft. Myers passed away on Wednesday May 20, 2009. Joe was a native of Tampa, FL, a 1979 graduate of Fort Myers High School, a veteran of the U.S. and an electronics engineer with Fox Electronics for 23 years. Survivors include his parents Dr. Richard C. and Janet McDuffie; four brothers Wayne (FMHS 1977), Dewey, Scott, Mark, and his beloved friend Joyce and many other friends. ==PICTURE== Memorial services will be private and Memorial Contributions may be made to Hope Hospice. Friends may sign the guest book for the family at: www.dignifiedcremations.com. Via AR, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
JEANETTE GRIFFIN (GALLEY)(SHEPHERD) (FMHS 1945) 5/27/2009 Jeanette Griffin Shepherd, 81, a native of Fort Myers, died peacefully Saturday, May 23 after a long illness. Jeanette was the loving mother of Dick Galley, grandmother of David and Karen Galley, great- grandmother of David Frazier and aunt of Cindy Carver and Pam Krass. She is also survived by her brother, Milton Griffin (FMHS 1948), her sister and brother-in-law Ruth and Norb Krass, many nieces and nephews and a multitude of close friends. Jeanette grew up in Fort Myers and married Jack Galley, who was stationed at Buckingham Army Air Force base during World War II in 1944. They moved to Cincinnati Ohio in 1946 where Jeanette worked at WCPO Television during its infancy. In 1959 she went to work with Cincinnati Rotary Club, where she worked for 33 years, becoming the first woman Executive Secretary of a Rotary in the United States in 1984. Upon her retirement in 1992, she returned to Fort Myers where she remained active in the local Rotary until her death. Jeanette was active in many other community activities, including volunteering at the HealthPark Medical Center and was a true Customer Service ambassador for the Lee Memorial Health System. Jeanette enjoyed tennis and represented both the Cross Creek and Legends tennis clubs as a player and organizer for their women's senior teams. Jeanette will be sadly missed by all who knew her. According to her wishes, there will be no memorial service. Donations in her name may be directed to the Southwest Florida Community Foundation, 8260 College Parkway, Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33919. Via NM,JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
ALBERT BRIAN HOARD (FMHS 1956) 5/27/2009 Mr. Albert Brian Hoard, age 70, of Toccoa, GA, formerly of Ft. Myers, died May 25, at his home. Born in Ft. Myers, FL, he owned and operated Hoard's Garage until 1998. He and his wife, Ruby, later made their home in Toccoa, GA. ==PICTURE== A Memorial Committal Service will be held at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia. WHITLOCK MORTUARY, Toccoa, Georgia in charge. Via JMM, slightly edited, from the Fort Myers News-Press
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