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Grady W. White - Melbourne - A loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather of Melbourne passed peacefully into Heaven on September 18, 2010 at the Bay Pines VA Hospital at the age of 86. Born September 16, 1924 in Bemiston, AL to J. Bryan and Mamie White. Survived by his wife of 61 years, Martina; and daughters, Rebecca Kramer of Largo, FL, Tracy George of Flat Rock, NC, Debi Simpson of N.Y. Also six grandchildren, Deann Pruitt-Venuti, James Pruitt, Noah and Eric George and Richard and Scott Simpson; two great-grandchildren, Barclay George and Kiera Simpson; sister, Edith Carr; and brothers, Leon and Jerry White, and many nieces and nephews. White was an Army Veteran of WWII and member of the 82nd Airborne. Then he graduated from University of Alabama-1946 and Stetson Law School- 1952. Came to Melbourne in 1957 where he practiced law for over 50 years, a Circuit Court Judge the youngest ever appointed by the Governor, Mayor of Melbourne, 1962-1965. He was a Grand Master Mason and Shriner for 52 years. There will be a Celebration of Life Service at the First Baptist Church of Indialantic, 170 E. Washington Ave. on Friday, September 24, 2010 at 4:00 pm. Donations may be made to the Shriners Childrens Hospital.

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Published by FloridaToday on Sep. 21, 2010.

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Steve Boytis

October 6, 2010

I have lost a second father as I grew up with Grady at the Melbourne Golf course. He and my father Mickey would play together, share there scotch, and was there in my times of need. He spoke of the gang out there like family, LeRoy Foster, Al Johnson, Pop Cotron, the list goes on. I never recall hearing bad word spoken. He was a great man to me and has left a vast void in my heart.

May God hold Martina and the girls in his hand, comforting each of you.

Bless you all.

September 24, 2010

Grady was a long time friend and we played a lot of golf together. We have great memories of those years. My sympathy to Martina and all the girls, grandchildren and great-grandchildren - Sincerely, LeRoy Foster and Margaret

September 24, 2010

May your father rest in peace in the knowledge that he had a loving family and a long life. My sincere condolences. Mark Brajnikoff

James Taylor

September 22, 2010

Please accept our condolences in Mr. White's passing. He was the example of a true gentleman and provided many legal services to our family (the Casellas). Brother Grady . . . may you bask in the eternal light of God in that house not made with hands. Janis (Casella) Taylor and James Taylor

September 21, 2010

Mr. White was a gentleman from the word GO. Never did I go into the office that I was not treated as a lady should be, and I was in there quite a bit. My aunt was Elizabeth Kegerreis. Thank you Martina and Grady for all that you did for her. It is and was greatly appreciated.
Ann (Stratton) Horschel

Betsy and Cindy (Stafford)

September 21, 2010

We were very sad to read about Grady White passing away over the weekend. He was a tremendous person, contributing greatly to the City of Melbourne! Thank you for serving your community and country with great pride! We pray that the Lord will surround your family at this sad time, with His loving arms and give you comfort. We have many happy memories with your family, when we were growing up in Melbourne. God Bless!

Stephen Kegerreis

September 21, 2010

Thank you for your kindness. May you rest in peace.

The Kegerrreis family

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