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William Bridwell Obituary
He was born Nov. 22, 1946, in Carbondale to William and Ruby Simmons Bridwell, who preceded him in death.
He served his country in the U.S. Navy and Illinois Air National Guard in Springfield. He was in law enforcement as a police officer for many years in Chatham, Sangamon County and Jacksonville, Fla.
He is survived by his sons, Eric and Alex of Florida; three grandchildren; sisters, Sara Branson and Lynda (Fred) Huffstutler of Chatham; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Cremation rites will be accorded.
Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 13, in Murdale Garden of Memories near Carbondale with Paula Staab Polk as celebrant.
Staab Polk Memorial Home at 8855 State Route 4 in Chatham, is serving the Bridwell family.
Memorials may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, 7 Millbrook Road, Wilton, NH 03086.
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Jody Harden
May 13, 2011
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. God Bless Bill and his family.
Jim & Valerie Emery
May 12, 2011
Uncle Bill--rest in peace. Will never forget the good times in Chatham. God bless the Huffstutler family in your time of grief.
Gwen Bond
May 12, 2011
Linda, Sara and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Burtis Tarrence
May 11, 2011
In this time of sorrow remember Bill was a good friend & will be greatly missed. May GOD comfort you in your grief
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