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DURRETT, Jr., 53
WINTER HAVEN - Edwin J. "Joey" Durrett, Jr., who resided in Winter Haven for 53 years, passed away Monday (June 6, 2011) due to cancer.
He was born on April 20, 1958, adopted by very loving parents in 1960, Edwin Durrett, Sr. and Louise Durrett.
He was preceded in death by father Edwin Durrett, Sr. Survivors include mother Louise Durrett, brother Randy Durrett and his son Jody Durrett, two granddaughters Alora and Angela Durrett; one niece, Taylor; several aunts, uncles, cousins and longtime companion Darlene Reel.
He attended Southside Baptist Church, graduated from W.H.H.S. in 1976 and joined the Army (also in 1976) 82nd Airborne Division. He was a Jump Master Sergeant and served for 12 years. He was also employed by Semco. Joey loved to fish, water ski and work on motors (any kind).
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved by everyone. He will be in our memory and hearts forever.
Graveside service will be at the Church of Christ Cemetery in Eagle Lake on Saturday at 10 a.m.
Crisp-Coon Funeral Home, Winter Haven.
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jody durrett
February 1, 2012
DAD not a day goes by that i dont miss you even more...The loss of having you around is hard to do..but you always told me to do my best..so you left me some big shoes to fill...Just wanted you to know i love you n miss you ..As always just doing my job
D'Ann Durrett
June 10, 2011
Mom I love you and my heart breaks for you. Taylor and I will be there soon and forever. We LOVE you. Keep all the wonderful memories of Joey throughout the years in your heart and he will live on forever. The world has lost a wonderful and caring person who can not be replaced.
We Love You.
D'Ann, Taylor, Genevieve, Chris, and Brittany.
Deanna Miller
June 10, 2011
In my heart and prayers
Deanna Miller
June 10, 2011
May you rest in peace now May God be with you're family in their time of need my prayers are with you all Joey you will be missed by many in our hearts forever and always
Chris Harvey
June 9, 2011
Until we meet again old friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Michele Dukes
June 9, 2011
Sad goodbye to a childhood friend......
Linda Stephenson
June 9, 2011
My prayers go to you, Mrs. Durrett..Joey and Fred sure had some good times together, now they are together again. I will be thinking of you and praying for you. Linda, Fred Johnston's sister
EDDIE NELSON
June 9, 2011
IT'S NOT GOODBYE, IT'S JUST SO LONG UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN MY FRIEND.GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN, R.I.P. MY FRIEND
Debbie Powell Lacy
June 9, 2011
Joey you so kept me laughing growing up
Heaven opened up the gates for you!
No more suffering!! Praise the Lord!!
We will miss you!
June 9, 2011
IT'S NOT GOODBYE, IT'S JUST SOLONG UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN MY FRIEND.GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEM, R.I.P. MY FRIEND
Vilenda Parrish
June 9, 2011
Aunt Louise and Randy-
My family and I are very sorry for your loss. I wish we lived closer so we could
be there for you. I loved Joey dearly and
loved growing up with him. I have lots of good memories. You all are in our prayers and thoughts. Love you, Marcia Vilenda Parrish and Family
Savannah, Tennessee
Waymon & Jean Durrence
June 9, 2011
Louise and Randy you are in our prayers and thoughts. Sorry we are out of town and cannot be at the service.
CFCI
June 9, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Durrett's family. He was such a pleasure to have as a patient in our office and before treatment was done we were proud to call him our friend!
With Love, "his girls" at CFCI.
Frank Hollister
June 9, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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