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Lamar Bridges Obituary

BRIDGES, Lamar Sr., "Spo", age 88, of Tampa, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Mary Haskins Bridges; grandson, Cpl. Aaron Griner and brother, Julian Bridges. Survivors include his nine children, Beverly Fernandez (Dan), Marsha Dougherty (Tom), Lamar Jr. (Rosie), Mark (Annette), Mary Slayton (Bo), Anita, Steve, Joel and Chris Bridges; 20 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 15th at Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Chapel, Temple Terrace. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Suncoast Hospice House Brookside, 164 W. Lake Rd., Palm Harbor, FL 34684.

Published by TBO.com on Mar. 13, 2015.
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Beverly I loved your dad to pieces. He was always kind and great to be around. I am sorry for your loss. Heaven is in for a treat.

Ginny Wood

March 17, 2015

Dan and family, I send my sincere sympathies and may Spo rest in total comfort and peace. Deb Smith

March 17, 2015

I am very sorry for your loss and send my condolences to the family. May the peace that only God can give settle in your hearts and help you through this difficult time.

Brenda

March 15, 2015

Our sincere sympathies from St. Stephen Parish in Valrico. Our prayers are with all of you!
Fr. Bob Schneider
Pastor

Robert Schneider

March 14, 2015

March 13, 2015

I treasure the time I have known this man. He treated me well, many times went a extra mile or two. He also over looked short comings. My brother Mark G. and I often speak of our time with Spo and the legend of his character. Bigger than life, he was the John Wayne of our neighborhood. So versatile, strong,quick to help,quick to set you straight,a mentor,a protector. He loved his family and did many unselfish acts for them as well as myself.I have many examples of these. I am glad God blessed me with all these times,and I wish the Bridges family peace and comfort during this time.

Ernest Griner

March 13, 2015

Mary, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. It is never easy to say that final "goodbye" but knowing that your Mother and Father are together again, and pain free makes is easier. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Diana McLaugh;in

March 13, 2015

Marsha and family, Please know that you are in our prayers. We are sorry for your loss but believe your father's struggles in this life are finally over and he is at peace. Remember the beautiful memories.
Ron and Darleen Liebert (Indianapolis, IN)

March 13, 2015

Our prayers go out to all the family. Spo goes back many a year with our family and he will be dearly missed.

Brenda & Richard Seward

March 13, 2015

To Mark and your whole beautiful family. We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories for your angels are always with you. Love, The Haldane Family

Sandi / Chuck Haldane

March 13, 2015

I am so sorry if I could be at the service I would but knowI am there for you and Rosie in prayer and that your father in heaven.

Jeanne Schneider

March 13, 2015

Thinking of your family, I am so sorry for your loss.

Debra Bennett

March 13, 2015

Sara Giesler

March 13, 2015

Mary and family, so sorry for your loss. Please know that you're all in my thoughts and prayers.

Rhonda LeCornu

March 13, 2015

Sorry to hear about Uncle Spo, our condolences are with all the family. He was a great person and one who always had something to say to keep you laughing. He will surely be missed by many. Uncle Spo, Grandpa and Dad are all together now and they are enjoying good health and good times,

Your cousin Bud (and Nadine)

March 13, 2015

Spo was a one of a kind guy. He was so down to earth, funny and such a pleasure to talk to and be with. One of my fondest memories is sitting with Spo at the cabins in Ocala, talking until the wee hours of the morning while drinking wine and eating what must have been 30 blue crabs! Everyone so enjoyed his company. I think his was a life well lived and we are all the better for having known him.

Pam & Harold Stobaugh

March 13, 2015

Thank you Big Daddy for all the family and love that you created with Nana. I am truly blessed to have learned so much from you and will never forget all the special moments we have shared. You were one special man! Save me a few in heaven as I hope to see you again one day and have one with you again!

Peter Fernandez

March 12, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Tom Ellie

March 12, 2015

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